Description
Essential Pigtail Adapter for Vertex Standard Mobiles and Repeaters
The Motorola AAD66X502 (also known as the CT-104A) is a specialized programming interface cable designed for professional mobile radios and repeaters. This cable serves as the critical "pigtail" adapter required to connect your radio to the FIF-12A USB Interface Box. Engineered for reliability, the CT-104A features an RJ-45 style connector that plugs directly into the radio's microphone jack, establishing a secure data path for frequency configuration, firmware updates, and signaling adjustments.
As a genuine Motorola Solutions accessory, the AAD66X502 is built to maintain stable communication between the PC and the transceiver. It is an essential tool for technicians managing fleets of VX-2100 and VX-2200 mobile units. By utilizing this OEM interface, you ensure that sensitive data transfers—such as flashing new firmware or adjusting alignment settings—are performed without the risk of communication timeouts or data corruption.
Key Features & Benefits
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Required Interface Component: Necessary adapter to bridge compatible mobile radios to the FIF-12A USB Interface Box.
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Stable Data Link: Optimized for consistent data transmission through the radio's front-panel microphone port.
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Professional Grade Reliability: Manufactured to exact factory specifications to ensure a perfect fit and long-term durability in service environments.
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Simplified Fleet Management: Enables quick access to internal radio menus for updating channel aliases, emergency settings, and power levels.
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Direct Mic-Port Connection: Utilizes the standard 8-pin modular (RJ-45) interface found on the front of Vertex-style mobile radios.
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Compact Service Tool: Lightweight and flexible, making it an ideal addition to any technician's portable programming kit.
Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Part Number |
AAD66X502 (CT-104A) |
| Interface Style |
Mobile Radio/Repeater to PC (via FIF-12) |
| Connector Type |
8-Pin Modular (RJ-45) |
| Cable Type |
Programming Pigtail Adapter |
| Color |
Black |
| Warranty |
1-Year Manufacturer's Warranty |
Compatibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I plug this cable directly into my computer? No. The CT-104A is a pigtail adapter and must be used with the FIF-12A USB Interface Box. It does not have a USB connector on the computer side.
Does this work with handheld radios? No. This specific cable uses an RJ-45 connector for mobile microphones. For handheld Vertex/eVerge radios, you typically need the CT-106 (AAD68X501) pigtail.
Where do I plug this into the radio? This cable plugs into the microphone jack located on the front panel of the mobile radio. Ensure the radio is powered on during the programming process.
Warranty
1-year manufacturer's warranty.
