I already have both serial cables and somewhere I have a USB/serial adapter. I also have Uniden scanners that use serial cables.

Hi

If you only need this for your RADIO SHACK scanner, I would suggest using
the 20-047 all-in-one cable. (lots cheaper than getting TWO cables) Make
SURE you use the mono adaptor supplied in the package, AND be certain to
install the driver prior to plugging it in for the first time,

Best regards

Jim
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>I recently purchased a laptop and I wish to use it to program my scanners
>on trips. As is now the norm this computer has several USB ports but no
>serial port.
>
>Do I need the new USB 20-047 from Radio Shack, or can I just use a serial
>to USB adapter along with my old cables?
>
>Bryan Turner W8LN


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