Convert Spectra W4 or W5 to a W3?

[tfr501]

Can a spectra W4 or W5 be converted into a W3?

I found one post where someone converted a W7 into a W3.

[wavetar]

Since you're asking this in the Astro forum, I assume you're referring to an Astro Spectra. If this is the case, it's possible, but it requires a version of LAB RSS to force the appropriate codeplug into the radio.

Todd

[tfr501]

Thanks Todd!
Yes, I was thinking of Astro spectra's but now that you ask, is the same true to convert non astro W4 or W5 into a W3?

[wavetar]

No, the process is different & tends to be much more involved for the regular Spectras. There's a lot of information on the regular Spectra conversions on Batlabs.

Todd

[CTAMontrose]

just as a bit of a nitpic, the W# refers to 'astro' much as an A# refers to conventional

W9 is a totally different beast than an A9

/nitpick


lol

[The Pager Geek]

Don't forget... you need an interface board change also.

The hardware is different where the control head cable plugs in to.

tpg

[wavetar]

just as a bit of a nitpic, the W# refers to 'astro' much as an A# refers to conventional

W9 is a totally different beast than an A9

/nitpick


lol

True enough, as I thought afterwards, but I'd already asked the dumb question at that point.

Todd

[tfr501]

Thanks Guys!
Now that I've confirmed the D04UJF9W4 is on the way, can you fill me in on the details to convert it into a T04UJF9W3?

So far it sounds like I need the following...
T04UJF9W3 codeplug - Do the flashcodes need to match?
HMN4044E - W4 control head
Part #? - Front Interface board
Part #? - Remote mount control cable

Thanks!

[ems26m10]

I have a W7 and a W3..

One is flashed for IMBE (the W7)...I would like to use the HHCH with that.

Since I have both radios...Can someone help me thru putting the W3 head on the W7 Radio chassis

THanks

Don