ALINCO TAHA DATARADIO. Ca ||| INSTRUCTION MANUAL a || || || ||| || |||! ALINCO ELECTRONICS INC.TABLE OF CONTENTS aa Introduction 9.2 ‘Accessories p92 ‘Specifications p93 Operation po4 Control Functions p04 Function Operation p98 Scan Pg. 10 Priority Scan po.11 Tane Frequency Selection pg. 12 Tone Squelch (CTCSS) Pg. 13 Repeater Operation Pg. 13 Reverse Function Pg. 13 “Transmission pg. 14 Dataradio Operation Pg. 15 Foreword Pg. 15 Nominal Settings 9.18 Receiving Packet Signals 99.18 Remember, Too Much Audio Is As Not Enough! pg. 18 ‘Transmitting Packet 29. 18 Interface Cable po. 19 Connection Samples for Packets, 9. 20~ pg. 25 INTRODUCTION a “Thank you for purchasing the Alinco DR-1200T (US Model) Alinco facies and other products are ranked as some of the finest in the worl. Your DR-12007 has been manufactured and tested very carefully atthe factory ‘and will give you satisfactory operation for many years. We are confident that you will be very satisfied with your choice of tis fine ALINCO radio, ACCESSORIES EE | Carefully unpack your transceiver and you will find the standard accessories included Standard Accessories ‘© DC Power Cable inertace Cable Optional Accessories ‘* Mobile Bracket jbile Bracket Mounting Hardware icrophone for DR200T ‘# 4pcs. of rubber foot ~2-SPECIFICATIONS a | ™ General Frequency Coverage ‘Antenna Impedance Power Requirements Receive Current Tansmit Current Dimensions Weight Output Power Emission Mode Modulation Type Maximum Frequency Deviation ‘Spurious Emission m Receiver Receiver Type ‘Modulation Acceptance Intermediate Frequency Sensitivity Selectivity ‘Audio Frequency Output Spesker Impedance 1440-1480 MHz ‘50 ohm unbalanced 138 volts DC. (05 ampere (approx) 55 ampere (approx.) 5/5 x2x6% Inches 2.25 Ibs 25 watts 16F3 Variable Reactance (True FM) =5kHz Better than ~60 68 Dual Conversion, Super Het. 16F3 107 MHz and 455 kHz 12.48 SINAD less than 0.16 uV Better than 3 6kH2 at the — 6 dB points, Less than * 12 kHz atthe ~ 60 dB points. 2 watts into 8 chm @ less than 10 S% distortion Bohm (For Ham Bands Only) Specifications and features are subject to change without atice or obligation,OPERAT|ON CONTROL FUNCTIONS Front Panel @ Main Dial Main dial is used to select ‘ransmitreceive frequency, Mem- ‘ry Channel, Frequency Step, Tone Frequency, and Otfset Frequency. @ Display Panel ‘The LCD disslays operation in- formation such as transmitreceive ‘requencies, memory channel formations, offset, tone frequency ‘tc. See page 6 for additonal in- formation VOL (Volume) Controt ‘Tum the control clockwise to in- crease the volume, and turn it counterclockwise to decrease the volume, SAL (Squelch) Control The SOL control is used to elimi: ale noise during no signal periods. Normally this control is adjusted clockwise until the noise just dis ‘appears, and the BUSY indicator 900s of, (Threshold level) OHI (High/Low) Switch This switch 18 used to select the desired. transmitter ouput power level © Power Switch ress to turn on, Press again to turn oft Function Keys (7 through 15) NOTE: Commands underined ind cated in Blue on transceiver keys. @F (Function) Key This is used to access secondary ‘controling function labeled in blue ile. MW, CHSP, LOCK, BEEP, ‘SKIP, and CALL W. See Function Operation pages 8-10 (MW is used wath the F key 0 store ddata_in memory. See Memory Pagos 9-10.a || MHz key “The MHz key is used to change the ‘requency up oF down in one MHz steps. Press the MHz key, and the decimal point and kHz digits wil disappear from the cisplay. The frequency in MHz will be changed by rotating the ‘main dal or pressing the UP/DOWN buttons on the microphone. Press the MHz key again or the PTT itch to return the display to the ‘complete frequency readout © VFOIM (VFO/MEMORY) key \VFOM is used to select VFO or Memory mode. Press the VFOM key to altemate between VFO and the Memory Channel mode. HSE is used with the F key to select frequency steps fr program ming and scanning. See page 8 @REV (Reverse) key [REVis used to invert the TX and AX frequency in Repeater mode. LOCK is used wih the F key to disable the Function keys. Soo page 8. OSHIFT key ‘The SHIFT key is used to select the desired transite offset during re- ‘peater operation, When the key is pressed, the offset mode cycles from ~ to + to Dual to Simpex. Grew ne @TONE key (CTCSS key) ‘The TONE key is used to: ‘A. Activate the Tone frequency selection process. See page 12. B, EnablePDisable the Encode! Decode tunctons, See page 12 ‘The BEEP key is used with the F key to EnableDisable the function contmation tone. See page 8 ® PAI (Priority) key The PRI key is used to contol Prony function. See pages 11-12 @SCAN key The SCAN key is used to activate the frequency’ scan and memory scan functions. See pages 10-11 “The SKIP key is used withthe Fkey to skip busy memory frequencies when scanning. See page 8 CALL key ‘The CALL key is used to bring Memory Channel “Ct the display. See page 9. The CALL W is used to enter trequency into memory channel 'C", See page 2. Microphone Connector Plug the interface cable into this Audio Output © 8 ‘PTT no a) a,cno Fed Ont[hI Display mani REV + DUAL ! @ REV (Reverse) Indicator ‘Turns on when the reverse function has been selected © Shift and Dual indicators “+ oF "=" indicator turns on during repeater offset operations. See page 13. "DUAL" incicatortuns on uring Dual operation. See page 14 @ENC (Encoder) indicator “Turns on to indicate that ENCOD- ING TONE function is active ODEC (Decoder) indicator “Turns onto indicate the DECODER (CTCSS) function is active @ PAI (Priority) Indicator “Tums on to indicate the PRIORITY function is active @CALL Indicator “Tums onto indicate the CALL func: tion is active @ Frequency display Displays the transmivreceive_tre- quency, Frequency Step, or Tone Frequency. ENC DEC PRI [GALL] ME~2 © Decimal point indicator Separates the MHz, and KH Flashes in Scan mode. Disappears in Memory skip mode. BUSY indicator ‘On whenever the squelch is open or signal is received. @S/AF Meter ‘This meter indicates the relative receive input signal strength and relative transmitter RF output @ON AIR indicator ‘Tums on during transmit opera tions. ©M (Memory) indicator “Turns on whenever the transceiver isin the Memory mode. Flashes to indicate programming in process. @®Memory Channel Number display Indicates the selected memory Channel Number.i REAR PANEL @ Antenna Connector Used to connect the antenna to the set Use a PL259 antenna-plug with 50 ohm impedance. @ Power Connector Connect the supplied power cablo to this connector. @ External Speaker Jack When an external speaker (imp. 8 ‘ohm) is used, connect it to this Jack.ee FUNCTION Operation — 2. Key Lock A Whenever the F key is pressed, the ress the F key, and then press "M" indicator wil lash. You must com: the Lock key. plete the desired programming within 5 B. The °L” indicator will replace ‘seconds, oF the indicator goes off of the Memory number shown on stops flashing. In that case, you must right side of display. press the F key again C. Stops all function keys except ‘The F key is used with secondary the PTT switch functions printed in blue on the trans: D. To cancel thi function, press ceiver function keys. the F key and the LOOK key again 1. Frequency StepSelection 3. Beep ON/OFF The trequency stop can be ese cnaTio LGR ‘A, Press the F key, and then press the BEEP koy, eee Repeating this procedure, bs wth 1 so epeating hs procedure, beep Apr VOM yt sat Hepa pow ae 8. Pross the F key and then press nately the CHS? key. . Select the desired frequency 4. Memory Skip Stopusingthe Main Dial(orthe The Memory Channel Skip fncton migrophone UP/DOWN but: allows you to temporary skip un tone) The example below warted Memory Channels during Shows the order, inwhich the Memory Channel Scanning, Main Dial (or UPIDOWN but A. Pres the VEOM key to solet tons) wil increase or decrease the Memory Channel mode the spacing ®. Select the Memory Channel {hat you want to skip using the eames Main Dial (or the microphone ati rokne—1514)—-—-UPDOWNButons) Press F key, and then press the SKIP key. The decimal. point D. Press the F key again or PTT between MHz and KHz wil dis ‘switch to return to VEO mode. appear from the display . A frequency in memory without the decimal point will be skip: ped when scanning memories . To cancel Memory Channel ‘Skip, press the F kay and the SKIP key again.|| 5. CALL Channel Entry Select VFO mode by pressing the VEOM key. B. Select the desired operating band and frequency CC. Press the F key, and then press the CALL W. . When the CALL W is pressed, the tequency shown’ on the LCD wil be stored into memary “c' E, Whenever CALL is pressed, Memory “C will come to the disoay. F. To Change trom CALL mode back to VFO or Memory, press the VEOM key. 6, MEMORY AA lithium battery is installed to retain memory in the transceiver. Turning off the POWER. switch, disconnecting power cable, or a ower failure wil not erase mem- ory. The battery should last for approximately 5 years ‘*Microprocessor Initialization When you want to erase all pro- grammed data, of if the aisplay should show erroneous informa tion, you should reset (initialize) the microprocessor using the fol lowing procedure 1, Press and hold the F key and the VFOMM key at same time, ‘and tum off the POWER switch. Now turn the POWER switch on again, while stil holding buttons depressed 2, Release the butlons—Factory programming 's now in place. ‘*Memory Chane! This transosiver has 14 memory ‘channels (1-9, A-E). In addition to serving as normal memory channels, some serve a dual put- pose. The functions of the Mem- ory Channels A-D are described below. A Memory Channels A and & are used to store the Frequen- ‘oy limits for the Program Scan Function. For acsstional in- formation, see Band Sean on page 11 Memory Channel C is used to store the CALL channe! te quency. Memory Channel D is used to ‘store the transmit frequency sed for odd offset operation, ‘Memory Channel Contents Each Memory Channel is capable of storing Frequency SHIFT status (Offset) TONE status, (Encode, Decode, and Frequency) Receive Frequency for odd offset operation. See page 14 ‘eMemory Entry 1. Press the VFOIM key o select the VFO mode, 2. Select the desired operating frequency, 3. Activate sub aueible toneititis. require. 4. Press. the F key. The "M" indicator will fash5, Select the desired Memory mSCAN Channel using the Main Dial ‘The following scan options are aval- (or the microphone UP! able DOWN buttons.) Program Scan (Limited Frequency 6, Press the MW key during the Coverage in one band only) °M™ indicator is flashing Memory Scan the flashing stops betore the Band Scan MW key is pressed, you must press F key again in order to ‘A. Programmable Scan complete the desired function. ‘The scan frequency is determined by the frequencies stored in Mem cory Channels A and 8. ‘The frequency stored in Memory ‘Channel A and 8 must be different frequencies. Betore pressing the SCAN key, adjust the SQL control to the threshold level 1. Determine the desired scan fre- ‘quency range and enter the fre- ‘quencies into Memory Channel A and B. 2, Press the VFOIM key to select the VFO mode, and also select the band of the stored frequen: es. 3, Press the SCAN key to initiate 4, To clear scanning, press the SCAN key BL Memory Scan 1. Press the VFOM key to select the Memory Channel mode. 2, Belore pressing the SCAN key. adjust the SQL control to the threshold level 3, Press the SCAN key to initiate 4. To. clear scanning, press the SCAN key —10—©. Band Scan This scan will proceed over the entre tuning range of band. 1, Press the VFOM key to select the VFO mode. 2, Store the same frequencies into Memory Channels A and B. 2. Before pressing the SCAN key, agust the SQL contro! to the threstiol level 4. Press the SCAN key to inate 5. To cloar scanning, press the SCAN key ‘¢The transceiver wil stop on a busy ‘channel until a signal crops, ‘Aft a shor delay the scan wil ‘if you want to resume scanning ‘when the transceiver stops on & busy channel, rotate the Maia Dial PRIORITY SCAN ‘The folowing Procty Sean options are available: Memory Priosty Scan VFO Priority Scan CALL Priority Sean ‘A. Memory Priority Sean 1 2 Store the desired priory tre- ‘quency into any Memory. Select VFO made, and dial up the frequency you want to oper- ‘ale on Press the PAI key 10 initiate Memory Prity Scan, ‘The transceiver will scan the Prioity in Memory Chennel for 1 second out of 6 seconds and the ‘VFO frequency forthe remaining 5 seconds. \When a signal is present on the Prionty Memory Channel, press the PRI key, anc then press the \VFOIM key. The Prioty scan Will stop and the Memory Chan: nel will come to the display 8, VFO Priority Scan This function isthe reverse of Mem ory Priorty Scan, 1 2 3a ane ‘Select VFO mode, and dial up the frequency to be scanned Select the desked Memory you want to operate on. Press the PRI kay to inate VFO Prionty Scan, To cancel this scan, press the PRI key again.C. CALL PRIORITY SCAN @ TONE FREQUENCY ‘De te une roqerey SECTION gperaion in Memory Channel 5, To select a Tone (CTCSS) Frequen- she UEOM oy assoc 2. Preis te CAL toy and thon: Mente FOM ey and st ee roe ee aeons a Teeteneevitecmt veo TONE. The dy w for} second and the CALL — 2. Select the desired Tone Frequency, na See ae rele Te rae es 4. mse any Jay la 2 he tranemiting. Subaudible Tone Chart i Hz He He ‘Hz He Hz ero | esa | wore | wre | 922 | a0as [79 | es | 109 | 16s | 1679 | 207 ma | ors | tae | wa | wae | over | 70 948 118.8 146.2 1799 225.7 zor | woo | v0 | wis | woe | 2000 82.5 103.5. 1273 156.7 192.8 r 241.8 7 l 250.3MTONESQUELCH(CTCSS) —_“s" to "7.6". After the offset has been ‘This function allows you to remain stored, press any key, except the ‘squelched unti the proper Tone Fre- SHIFT key. {quency is received. Hyouare ona busy The normal display wil return frequency, this can be quite and ai. 1, Prass the TONE key. The “ENC” will appear on the display panel, lf REVERSE Function Press the TONE key again, The The REV key has been provided to "DEC" mill appear next to the allow you to reverse the tansmt anc ENC receive frequencies. To use the Re- 2. Your radio will now remain squel- verse function, press the REV key. The hed unti the proper code is re EV indicator wil ight in the display to ceived, remind you that you are working & ‘You should ensure all stations, you reverse repeater pair wish to communicate with, use the To return to normal operation, press same Tone Frequency. the REV key again 8, To release the Tone Squelch func: tion (Normal noise activate squelch), press the TONE key again. The “ENC and “DEC” wil cisappear from the display l§ REPEATER Operation Al amateur rado repeaters ullize a separate receiver and transmitter sec- tion. The receiver trequency may be fither above or below the transmitter frequency ‘This wransceiver allows you ‘0 store the trequency, offset frequency (06, 1.6, 5.0 and 7.6 MHz.) and offset ctec- tion in Memory Channel (1-9 and AE. To select the desired transmitter ofset dcection, prass the SHIFT key Each time you press the key, the radio will advance from one offset to the other, ie. "=" to "+" 10 "Dual" ‘To selec the desired transmitter offs press the SHIFT key, and then rotate the Main Dial, Each time controls, the ragio wil advance trough the following staps: "0" to "0.6" to "1.6" toTRANSMISSION Caution 1 Ensure that an antenna with a low standing wave ratio (SWR) is altached to the antenna connector betore attempting to transmit. Fil ute to provide proper termination may result in damage to the final ‘ampitier section. 2, Always check to ensure the fre- {quency is clear before tansmiting A. Simplex Operation ‘Select the desired operating tre quency using any of the methods described above, 2, Send command to transmit from your TNC. The ON AIR indicator willbe it B. Odd Offset Operation For other than 600 kHz, 1.6 MHz, 5.0 MHz and 7.6 MH2 spits 1, Select Memory “din memory ode. 2. Select VFO and dial up a transmit frequency required 3. Press the F key then press the MW. key 10 store the transmit frequency imo memory “é While stil in VEO mode dial up a receive frequency, 5. Press the SHIFT key 10 select offset, continue to press until tans: ceiver cycles through +, ~ and Simplex to "Dual oeDATARADIO OPERATION | FOREWORD PACKET RADIO has propelled LINCO LISTENED TO YOUR RE- ‘Amateur radio into the era of com- QUESTS, and ALINCO has respond- puters with a quantum leap, Because ed wit the kind of transceiver that is ff this rapid move into the world of designed with the Packeteer in mind. digital communications, there are Firstofall,the DR200T is engineered many new hams entering the hobby 10 provide optimum audio characteris- forthe express purpase dl usingthese tics for the Mark and Space tones of ‘igital modes that make use of the 1200 and 2200 Hz. By using this ap- ‘computor and associated software, proach with both the transmit and ‘As a result ofthis rapid growth, many receive circuits, the DR-1200T can be ‘of these new amateurs found that t utilized with both 1200 and 2400 bps. would require the use of the FM The same high quality is bul into the mobile unit, or a second VHF tran- DR-1200T DataRadio as with all other sceiver to access the large variety of LINCO products, yet the cost of the Packet applications that exist, inciud- DalaRadio had to be considered, ing: Keyboard to keyboard networks, because for many Packet users this, switches, nodes, DX spotting nets, would be a second transceiver. In BBSes, conference clusters, and order lomake the DR-1200T DataRiacio much more enjoyment centered more economical, the OR-1200T around the use of Packet radio. comes without a mobile mounting ‘With many of these Packet systems, bracket, microphone, or accessories the user can connect to distant sta: __that are not needed in a Packet Radio tions in other cities, stales, and coun- environment, This does not mean the tries using low powered transceivers. _DataRadio is not sutable for use with ‘There is no need for super powered FM voice operation. transceivers that run hundreds of As amatter of fact, the DR-1200T per- watts, forms well in voice applications. An Packet Radio is a mode of communi- accessory it that includes the micro- cations which makes use of a “store- phone, and mobile mounting bracket andorward’ technique called; AX.25 is available as an option for the protocol, This format provides error- _DR-1200T DataRadio. ‘ree throughput of both ASC, and binary, text or data between stations that are connected using the AX.25 protocol ALINCO attends hamfests throughout the United States, and the world. Ona ofthe subjects that seem to be on the mind of many Packeteers is; Where ‘can they find an economical tran. sceiver that will function wall when used in the digital, or Packet modes?INTERFACING YOUR ALINCO Before beginning the intertace, and 1DR-1200 TO THE TNC setup procedures that are discussed In an effort to minimize the new in the next portion of this manual, itis 1DR-1200 DataRacio owners time put recommended that you read the ap- ting the station on the air ALINCO is pendices in the final section of this, including the necessary interface manual. This will familiarize you with cable with the transceiver connector the transceiver, and best ofall you will already installed, This means that discover the many wonderful features conly the connaciorfor the TNC endis that are a part of your ALINCO needed to put the Packet stain on DR-1200 DataRtadio. the air. Many TNC manufacturers in- ‘ludethe TNC connector asoneofthe Packet Operation of the ALINCO ‘supplied accessories. DR-1200 DataRadio Pinoutconnections forthe DataRadio Using the interface contiguration tor WO connector are listed below. These your TNC, connect the DR-1200 to the connections are already wired and TNC. Your TNC should already be in soldered at the DalaRad connector _terlaced to your Data Terminal Equip- (emaie) end of the cable. The color ment (OTE). The DTE can consist of @ ‘coded wires identify the appropriate “dumb terminal, or a computer with "TNC signal connections the appropriate terminal. software loaded Note: ‘The TNC should be configured for the hum or noise is experienced on the correct -hand-shaking between the transmitted packet signal, disconnect computerfterminal, and the TNC. the shield connection at the TNC end Most computers use “hardware” ‘ofthe cable. The gray wire at pin Bwill _-hand-shaking I this s true in your si provide groundreturn forthe PTT ine, uation, then set the TNC XFLOW to and no other ground are necessary. OFF Ifyouareusing “software” hand- ‘As an added benefit, ALINCO is sup- shaking, then set the XFLO to ON porting the new DR-1200 DataRadio To begin operation of your Packet sta- ‘owner by including some drawings tion, there are other TNC parameters that illustrate examples of how the which may need setting. As arule the DR-1200's interfaced to many Packet TNC manufacturer will supply the Radio, Terminal Node Controllers TNC with DEFAULT” parameters (INC). which are acceptable. As you become DA-200 PINNUMBER | _WIRECOLOR | TNCFunction | L 1 [YELLOW Wiblack Siseve | AFSK OUTPUT 2 ED PushToTak [PrrContro, |) 6 ORANGE Rix AF RECEIVE Audio 7 SHIELD —Shield/Ground 8 ‘GRAY Ground PTT Ground —16—familiar with your new station, and with the ALINCO DR-1200, you may determine that some adjustments of the TNC parameters are needed. Belore continuing; instal your callsign into the TNC. At te command prompt (em), enter your callsign in the fol owing manner: MYCALL [YourCalll — Note: Callsign installation may differ in ‘some TNCs. For openers we will set a few of the TNC parameters as follows TXDelay 30 to 40 (milliseconds) “TXD 35's optimum for the OR-1200. In ‘most applications, you may find that ‘even faster TXDelay times are accept able, This is because the ALINCO DR-1200 DataRadio has a very rapid receive to transmit transition period ‘The following parameters are sug- gested, however, the TNC may have default parameters which can func- tion without modification or change. FRack 4 SCReen! 0 MCOM ON MCON OFF OWait 16 MRPT ON Sitilother TNC parameters can be set to suit the users system, and mode of ‘operation. It should be pointed out that these settings may also depend fon the make and mode! of your termi- ral, and in some cases, the software. Ensure that an antenna, set for the \VHF Packet portion ofthe band, is at tached to the DR-1200. Make sure the 1DR-1200 is on the packet frequency that you wish to use, and check the transceiver “shit” or offset to be sure ‘11s set correct. Most Packet systoms ‘operate in the simplex mode, thus, there are no offsets and no “shits Used. It you are unable to contact a local Packet Users Group, or fellow pack ‘teer to assist with your frst contact, then try one of the national throughput frequencies tke 145010 MHz,HNOMINAL SETTINGS present 10 provide optimum data In tests we've run on many TNO’s, decoding ‘we've found that setting the volume contro! pointing to the left, or to 9:00 @ REMEMBER; TOO MUCH O'clock, wil provide ample receve =» AUDIO IS AS BAD AS NOT aucio for decoding data by most TNC. ENOUGH! ‘As you become familar withthe an- Next turn the squelch up (clockwise) Seaner and TNC. you may obs2N® ni the OCD LED extinguishes o thal loss receive aula is needed. goes ff. wih the wotume, cose in yr {he squelch sightly more clockwise © require slightly more AF: be sure there is a solid squelch ‘The squelcn's sattoapointwhereno reste noise (whilfshot noise) Is Teceved esr on 9 packa frequency, and through the speaker a he DR200T, thar aro packet signals presen yout or indicated by the DCD lamp onthe pR.1290T should be hearing the ‘TNC. Under normal operating condi: packet signals, If the terminal is tons, wove noted that a sting ot Poeneici an ine TNC propery 1200 Oslock i suflento keep he oe ee oe oe noise subdued until a packet signal is: printing text on the screen or to the Present printer, if one is present, RECEIVING PACKET SIGNALS I TRANSMITTING PACKET Another way to set the volume and To operate (transmit) a packet station ‘squelch with the TNC is to make all you should have a current amateur the correct interface connections, and radio license that allows operating with the system on and in the receive privileges within the spectrum that ‘operating mode, turn the volume up your DR-1200T is tuned to. about one fourth turn, orto about ten If the interface cables are properly ‘O'clock. Open the squelch by tuning wired and connected then we are ital the way counterclockwise, unl ready to establish contact with noise is heard another Packet station While watching the DCD, ACY, or tis wise to solicit the help of another CONV, LED (depending on the person whois already operating in the manufacturer) on the TNO, assuming Packet modes. This way you will have. the DCD lamp is lluminated, turn the someone who ean listen for your sig volume contol down until the DCD _naand guide you into the operating LED is no longer it. Now slowly turn frequencies that are used for Packet in the volume control until it again ik you ares. luminates, To be sure there i ample Although the ALINCO DR-1200T [AF drive tothe TNC, move the volume _DataRadiois engineered to make use control slighty. more clockwise. This _oflimiting circuits that are designed to will ensure that enough audio is prevent over modulation (deviation),||| TERFACE CABLE fill there are some TNCs which may drive the transmit audio circuitry too much ‘An indication that a problem such as this is present, would be noticed when ‘a connect is tried to a nearby Packet station with n0 results. Often too much transmit deviation can cause the same problem as not enough transmit audio. The best audio level setting has been found to be in the range of 35 kHz to 45 kHz swing AIITNCwithout exception, have provi= ‘sions within their circuitry that allows the user to increase, or decrease the AFSK level(s) when necessary. It is advisable to have knowledge of which ‘component inside the TNC, controls ‘the auio output as it may be neces- sary to make an adjustment to the associated level controls} Femember; ths is the exception, and rot the rule, less than 20 percent of all TNCs will require any adjustment at all ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Tetum audio signal from a speaker, you can plug dummy load as below. Hd aay Remarks:The number of cables are five and 3,4, 5 are un-usetul a1I CONNECTION SAMPLES FOR PACKETS YELLIN ae See, FS oN a Ae SEEN LOO fe aN oT {ELLON wa Sem 896 am TH OT ANG. ECE ALD ro 20 wT fe a TT) ALINCO DR-1200T AEA PK-87 —20—| i Speen a 1 Se (2 @ ©) | eo “5) 2) ALINCO DR-1200T DR-1200T AEA Px2021MEX % ©) i ALINCO DR-1200T DRSI PC Packet Adapter aaFLUO We Se. NK am NOR OO RANGE, CEN A oy cron J @ ALINCO DR-1200T oO LON. Wa Se. FS eT WOR RUNGE, REE 00 fom OM TE HEATH HK-232ee i sans eae UE. EEE LD er OR TD ® oS) [Xe go. 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