There have been mixed results using regular cat 5 cable. Kenwoos uses 8
pin network cables, rj 45 I think. Kenwood's over priced cable does have
the audio shielded. The network cable is worth a try though. The 71 uses
a rj 45 on the radio and a smaller, I think six pin on the control head.
You could possibly use the short pig tail that comes with the radio and
adapt to rj 45 cable. The way Kenwood packages their stuff amazes me.
They actually make two kits, one has long power cord, long mike and
control cables but no mounting bracket. Tlhe $50 one just has bracket and
control cable. Go figure!!!
73
Butch
WA0VJR
Node 3148
Wallace, ks.