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Reviews For: G3LIV Isoterm-Multicon Interfaces - All models

Category: Interfaces, Radio to computer, amp, rotor, coax switch, internet

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Review Summary For : G3LIV Isoterm-Multicon Interfaces - All models
Reviews: 145MSRP: between £40 and £60
Description:
Rig to PC interface with opto-isolator.
Fits most rigs (hf and vhf/uhf)
Product is in production
More Info: http://www.g3liv.co.uk
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IZ0DCK Rating: 2012-10-31
Isoterm Dual Interface Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Needing to substitute my old bulky PK232 (with sound interface) with a more efficient box, I was lucky enough to "meet" the Isoterm Dual Deluxe onto Johnny G3LIV internet site. After some emails with the always keen to help Johnny, I decided to go for the Isoterm Dual Deluxe so to keep the dual rig capability I got from my old box with the possibility to use it on field . Also the need for a very "non standard" cable (one of my rigs is the old faithful jrc-135) was easily solved from Johnny good attitude to "problem" solution.
After three (yes 3) days I got (in Italy) my new little nice box from Johnny; few minutes in reading the little and very clear manual and I was "on air" . What could I say? I strongly recommend this nice product coming together with a very helpful pre and post sales support given from Johnny
G7IZZ Rating: 2012-09-21
Excellent product. Excellent service Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I'm a complete newbie when it comes to digi modes and had no real clue what to look for. That's why I took personal recommendation and eventually plumped for Johnny G3LIV's Isoterm Multimode unit and that's why I'm writing this review now - personal recommendation is usually the best way and after all, that's why you're reading these reviews. I virtually never write reviews but Johnny's products and support are so good, I just had to in this case.

I ordered my interface late on a Friday evening and it was despatched the following Monday and received on the Tuesday. I read the excellect 8 page manual ("What??" I hear you say, "read the manual?") and although it refers to Windows software and I use a Mac, it told me everything I needed to know to get the unit up and running in minutes. One short phone call to Johnny later (to clarify a small query I had about PSK31 rather than his unit) and I was making QSOs.

Johnny is one of the old school who believes that a good quality product and proper product support wins you business and he's right. You certainly can't go wrong if you buy one of Johnny's interfaces. Everything you need is in the box with no hidden extras to purchase. Just read the manual, connect it up and away you go.

If you need a digi interface, you can't go wrong with one of Johnny's.
G0DOR Rating: 2012-09-02
great piece of kit Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Just bought my second Isoterm after passing on the first.

The latest unit is a really great piece of kit.

Well constructed, sensibly priced, easy to use and well documented.

Delivery in less than 24 hours even with UK postal service :)

Well done Johnny
M0MAC Rating: 2012-08-15
Top Quality product Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I ordered the Isoterm USB Interface on Sunday afternoon and it was delivered to door on Tuesday morning early . Wow , top quality service and the help and advice from Johnny was really great , well done Johnny.
Jim M0MAC
M6WWT Rating: 2012-06-01
excellent interface Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Purchase the Isoterm Multicom from Johnny very good unit small and compact very satisfied with it and very good service from Johnny



SV1HFY Rating: 2012-05-31
Rock solid excellent quality and support Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
Best interface I have had with rock solid performance and excellent build quality. Johnny is the best so even if you are not satisfied with something, he will work it patiently with you and keep you satisfied.

If only Johnny's USB interfaces had the FTDI chipset instead of the prolific, it would have been just perfect! There are some driver issues with the prolific USB chipset so if you are concerned about this it is best to get one of Johnny's serial interfaces such as this one here and an FTDI serial converter.
G3NPL Rating: 2012-02-18
excellent interface Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Bought Isoterm-Multicom, received it within 2 days. Well made unit,working in less than half hour. The best interface I have used.
G3IOI Rating: 2012-02-02
Two rig solution Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I wanted to use both my Electraft K3 and Yaesu FT-897D on digi modes. A friend suggested that I check out the G3LIV site and after a pleasant chat with Johnny I ordered an 'Isoterm Dual Deluxe'.
The lead for the K3 was not a stock item but Johnny made one up.
I took the PCB out of the case to have a look and I must say that the construction is supurb and also nice and compact.
It is a treat to be able to use either rig at the push of a button and I thoroughly recommend the 'Isoterm Dual Deluxe' as a two rig solution.
G0VHT Rating: 2011-12-02
Excellent Product, Excellent Customer Service!!! Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Johnny is a delightful Ham offering a range of first class range of radio interface products combined with outstanding individual customer service.

I recently purchased a USB version of the Isoterm Multicon to use with my laptop. The interface worked first time, straight out of the box. Clear easy to follow instructions were provided, build quality is excellent and Johnny includes all the 'extras' needed to get you going (USB installation disk, a number of software programs, matching rig, PC & USB leads).

A long lasting product which will give years of trouble free service (yes I have purchased Johnny's products before)!

One final point, my Isoterm was posted to me immediately after payment was sent. Unfortunately, good old Royal Mail (UK's postal service) managed to lose the parcel despite being sent 'recorded delivery'. I informed Johhny by telephone and we ended up having a super 40 minute natter about life and work experiences in general!

Johnny sent a replacement Isoterm without any quibbling or delay and did so via special delivery to gaurentee this reached me next working day! He point blank refused my offer to pay all additional postage costs.

So there it is, if you need a top quality PC/Radio interface to use PSK31, SSTV etc, go on buy one of these, you won't regret it!


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Earlier 5-star review posted by G0VHT on 2005-02-04

I have owned an Isoterm Multicon for over two years now. These interfaces are superbly built and robustly constructed. Mine has worked faultlessly with a large variety of different rigs (Johnny provides suitable matching leads for almost any rig you may have).

G3LIV provides an excellent service, super quick delivery and fast turn around of any e-mail / telephone questions, (not that there is much call for support - mine was up and running within minutes of opening the parcel).

So, if you are considering purchasing one of these, just do it, you won't regret it!

73's


G0VHT
G5VZ Rating: 2011-11-11
Delighted! Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
This isn't the first of G3LIV's products I've bought. It is as excellent as the earlier devices. I do like the traditional idea of supplying the interface with a paper instruction book that you can pick up and read without first having to fiddle about with a CD or download it.
It was despatched immediately after I'd decided which model met my requirements and arrived the following day.
It's well made, too, and took no time at all to connect up and be on the air WSPR.