New project : Uniden 880 remote head

durango5550 · Mar 16, 2015

So,

I have decided to start on a project to turn my 880 into a remote head configuration. something I believe Uniden should have done already considering the lack of room in most modern day cars and trucks for a full size radio.

I am in the first stages on figuring out what I am going to need for the project and what the cost will be for parts.

UPMAN , I really wish Uniden would have done something like this. I love a full featured head , can;t stand the current compact "remote" style radios

The ribbon cable is my biggest worry and trying to find a way around that is gonna be a challenge.

Ill keep you all updated on my progress

Dan

durango5550 · Mar 25, 2015

Problem one im running into is finding good quality shielded multi conductor wire....

Project still on going will post pics when I start assembly

Dan

RCR619 · Mar 25, 2015

Would PVC data cable work?

I've wanted to try this exact same project for a long time since the Cobra 29 LX LE came out.

SCPD · Mar 26, 2015

Slightly off topic, but are there ANY remote head CB mobiles made?

MeddleMan · Mar 26, 2015

technically...

If you include those where all controls are on the microphone

k8krh · Mar 27, 2015

I believe their are 2 of them out, mind is blank who makes them at the moment
DOCTOR/795

krokus · Mar 27, 2015

Are you using a service manual, to help identify signals?

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durango5550 · Apr 3, 2015

no service manual for one does not exist.

I am basically just making the ribbon cable longer so to speak. I am still trying to find good quality multi conductor cable that's not 3 inches thick. need 32 conductor cable , hard to find it shielded.

durango5550 · Apr 3, 2015

Wyandotte said:
Slightly off topic, but are there ANY remote head CB mobiles made?

cobra makes one as well as stryker , but the are the type with all the controls on the mic. I like a full control head.

SCPD · Apr 4, 2015

Thanks

KC8ONR said:
cobra makes one as well as stryker , but the are the type with all the controls on the mic. I like a full control head.

All right thanks.
I like remote heads, cuz it's easier to mount in a center shift console.

I'm thinking about doing the same thing my buddy did, He covered up his car's cup holders with a couple of radios, took a couple of ceramic cups from the house, slid the handles of the ceramic cups on the emergency brake, and is using the ceramic cups as cup holders. It actually worked out good. First I've ever seen it done.

JayMojave · Apr 4, 2015

Hello ONR and All: Yeah good going if you can make that work, I am keeping an eye on this thread, and it would be great if you could publish diagrams and photos. Good going.

Having cross country trips this summer planned, a remote control head would be a good call in all ready crowded cab of my truck.

I am looking at the Kenwood TS-480 radio, it has a remote head, and 200 watts PEP output. And screwdriver tunable antennas to allow using the lower ham bands. I believe the more radio equipment you have in the truck the more better things are, I think that's right...

Kenwood TS-480SAT and TS-480HX Transceivers TS480

Jay in the Great Mojave Desert. No International Airport, Monorail, new fire fighting aircraft, or convent freeway on/off ramps yet, but I am sure Governor Brown's policy of over taxing and spending will save us all.

kc8kek · Apr 13, 2015

Good luck, neat idea. I have seen this done successfully with a Cobra 29 before, it was less than 4 feet of cable, and noise was a slight problem, but that was pretty much just putting really long extensions on the pots. I still haven't cracked the case on my new 980 yet...I might just have to take a look. Curious to see how your project works.

ladn · Apr 17, 2015

I, too, have often wondered why there aren't any split mount CB radios available today. We have them in amateur and commercial radio, so it wouldn't be too much to expect one in CB.

durango5550 · Nov 11, 2015

for those following this thread , the project came to an end. The tools required for the SMT soldering are to dang expensive. Once the proper tools and proper multi conductor cable are found I will continue this project.

Sorry for the build up and let down

durango5550 · Nov 11, 2015

What gets me is Uniden Makes this for the aussie guys.

SB-Wi · Feb 8, 2016

durango5550 said:
The tools required for the SMT soldering are to dang expensive. Once the proper tools and proper multi conductor cable are found I will continue this project.

I opened my 880 and thought about getting matching connectors to eliminate soldering and/or splicing. Also found many shielded cables at DigiKey: Multiple Conductor Cables | Cables, Wires | DigiKey

SB-Wi · Feb 9, 2016

After looking at this closer, I see the ribbon is a FFC jumper without connectors. You could get a breakout board for the radio and head and use cable of your choice.

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SB-Wi · Feb 9, 2016

Lowest cost shielded cable I've found yet and you could use chassis connectors or cut the ends off.
50-Pin (DB50) Deluxe D-Sub Cable - Copper Shielded - Male / Male

D Sub DB50 50 Pin Female Solder Connector Gold Plated Contact Lot of 10pc | eBay

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NavyGator · Nov 14, 2016

I joined the forum today based on this thread regarding making a Uniden 880 a detachable face. It looks like the thread is dead but there was some info given for a possible solution.

I am trying to make a remote face for the Uniden 980. I will start a thread in a few days to begin the process of planning it out. I'm hoping to get some assistance from you all.

Rich

Delta33 · Nov 14, 2016

durango5550 said:
for those following this thread , the project came to an end. The tools required for the SMT soldering are to dang expensive. Once the proper tools and proper multi conductor cable are found I will continue this project.

Sorry for the build up and let down

Surface mount soldering stations can be had for Less than $100, so what's expensive unless you want your own Wave machine then yeah, a bit pricey. I am a IPC trained soldering tech.

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