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Spectra conversion to HHCH

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I have a Spectra D44KMA7JA7BK that I would like to convert from a standard control head to a handheld control head.

I was hoping it would be a simple plug and play or RSS change. Nope.

I read that I need an interface board. I found one and will order it, But I do not know where to go from there. Has anyone made this conversion, or framiliar with the process?

My HHCH moto part number is HCN1054A and inyerface board is listed as Motorola HLN6094 Command Board w/ HLN6154B, TRN7038A, HLN6154B, HLN6000B Spectra.
 
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With as low as prices have dropped for the conventional Spectra (20 to 50 bucks on Fleabay) I wouldn't waste my time on a conversion unless absolutely needed. I couldn't even get a nibble on the working high power A9's I have when asking $20.

I'd take a little time and shop around for one that is a unmodified unit.

Good luck with whatever direction you decide to go...
 
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You'll probably have to bit bang the radio in order to get it to see the head. Might be something on Batlabs or one of the other commercial radio sites.

As has been said, would probably be faster to just buy the correct model.
 
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