Rick I tried exactly what you said, right down to the port numbers. It doesn't work. In fact, it interferes with L32 controlling the rig (can't change modes ect.) until I close sdr-console. I think I'll unplug all the USB cables and try a different USB to RS-232 convertor on the radio to see if that changes any thing.
Thanks again for you help.
73,
Chuck
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