 














                         RADIO CONTROL PROGRAM FOR WINDOWS





                                   By Lydia Rosa


        Copyright 1995,1997,1998,1999,2000,2001,2002  by Lydia Rosa
     

     
     





                                     CONTENTS


  WHAT'S NEW IN THIS RELEASE ............................................... 1

  DISCLAIMERS .............................................................. 3

  REQUIREMENTS ............................................................. 4

  INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 5
    Defining Some Terms .................................................... 5
    Program Overview ....................................................... 6

  STARTUP .................................................................. 8
    Installation ........................................................... 8
    Getting Started ........................................................ 8
    Some simple operations ................................................. 8

  THE DISPLAY .............................................................. 9

  MAIN PANEL .............................................................. 10
    Channel ............................................................... 10
    Memory Scroll Buttons ................................................. 10
    Operation Buttons ..................................................... 10
      Manual Mode ......................................................... 10
      Scan Mode ........................................................... 10
      Search Mode ......................................................... 13
      Load ................................................................ 15
      Set ................................................................. 16
      Mem->VFO ............................................................ 16
      VFO->Mem ............................................................ 16
      Radio->Search ....................................................... 16
      Search->Radio ....................................................... 16
      Start Load/Set ...................................................... 16
      Stop Load/Set ....................................................... 16
      Swap VFO  Button .................................................... 16
    Speed Control ......................................................... 17
    Global Switches ....................................................... 17
      Memory Sync ......................................................... 17
      Priority ............................................................ 17
      Banks On ............................................................ 17
      Resume .............................................................. 17
      Don't Update Memory ................................................. 17
      Log To File ......................................................... 18
      Light on Signal ..................................................... 18
      Scan Trunk Freqs .................................................... 18
      CTCSS Enable ........................................................ 18
    Status Controls ....................................................... 18
      Radio Selection ..................................................... 18
      Signal Meter ........................................................ 18
    Main Panel Menu ....................................................... 19
      File menu ........................................................... 19
      View Menu ........................................................... 19
      Clear Everything .................................................... 19
      Parms ............................................................... 19
        Global Parms ...................................................... 19
          Priority ........................................................ 19
          Delay ........................................................... 19
          Resume .......................................................... 20
          Font ............................................................ 20
          Font Size ....................................................... 20
          Display Unused Aux .............................................. 20
          File Save Format ................................................ 20
          Load Frequency DBF on Start ..................................... 20
        Radio Parms ....................................................... 20
          Radio Name ...................................................... 20
 
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          Com Port ........................................................ 21
          Baud Rate ....................................................... 21
          Data Bits ....................................................... 21
          Stop Bits ....................................................... 21
          Flow Control .................................................... 21
          Min Channel ..................................................... 21
          Max Channel ..................................................... 21
          Min Frequency ................................................... 21
          Max Frequency ................................................... 21
          Signal Detect ................................................... 21
          Protocol ........................................................ 21
          Model ........................................................... 22
          Address ......................................................... 22
          VFO Channel ..................................................... 22
          Timeout ......................................................... 22
          Enable Extended Commands ........................................ 22
        Default settings by protocol ...................................... 22

  VFO PANELS .............................................................. 25
    VFO Frequency ......................................................... 25
    Modulation ............................................................ 25
    VFO step value ........................................................ 25
    Digit Scrolling ....................................................... 25
    Trunked Freq .......................................................... 26
    VFO Active ............................................................ 26
    Aux Controls .......................................................... 26
      Attenuator .......................................................... 26
      Notch|Tone Enable ................................................... 26
      AmSync|Recorder ..................................................... 26
      PreAmp .............................................................. 26
      Tone|Notch Filter value ............................................. 26
      AGC ................................................................. 26
      Ant ................................................................. 26
      Noise Blanker ....................................................... 27
      Bandwidth ........................................................... 27
      Tone 2 .............................................................. 27

  MEMORY CHANNEL PANEL .................................................... 28
    Channel Number ........................................................ 28
    Valid ................................................................. 28
    Delay ................................................................. 28
    Trunked Freq .......................................................... 28
    Rsm ................................................................... 28
    Frequency ............................................................. 28
    Mode .................................................................. 28
    Count ................................................................. 29
    Time .................................................................. 29
    Signal ................................................................ 29
    Time Stamp ............................................................ 29
    Service ............................................................... 29
    Aux Controls .......................................................... 29
      Attenuator .......................................................... 29
      Notch|Tone Enable ................................................... 29
      AmSync .............................................................. 29
      PreAmp .............................................................. 30
      Notch|Tone  Value ................................................... 30
      AGC ................................................................. 30
      Ant ................................................................. 30
      Noise Blanker ....................................................... 30
      Bandwidth ........................................................... 30
      Tone 2 .............................................................. 30
    Menu .................................................................. 30
      Database Menu ....................................................... 30
      Edit menu ........................................................... 30

  SCAN BANKS PANEL ........................................................ 32
 
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    Channel number ........................................................ 32
    Valid ................................................................. 32
    Start ................................................................. 32
    Stop .................................................................. 32
    Service ............................................................... 32
    Menu .................................................................. 32
      Database menu ....................................................... 32
      Edit menu ........................................................... 32

  SEARCH BANKS PANEL ...................................................... 34
    Channel number ........................................................ 34
    Valid ................................................................. 34
    Start ................................................................. 34
    Stop .................................................................. 34
    Incr .................................................................. 34
    Mode .................................................................. 34
    Service ............................................................... 34
    Menu .................................................................. 35
      Database menu ....................................................... 35
      Edit menu ........................................................... 35

  MESSAGE PANEL ........................................................... 36

  SPECTRUM PANEL .......................................................... 37

  Information unique for various radios ................................... 38
    ICOM .................................................................. 38
    KENWOOD ............................................................... 38
    OPTO .................................................................. 38
    AOR3000a .............................................................. 38
    AOR5000 ............................................................... 38
    AOR8000 ............................................................... 38
    BEARCAT ............................................................... 39
    Functions available for each radio .................................... 39

  SPECIAL KEYS ............................................................ 41
    ENTER ................................................................. 41
    Tab Keys .............................................................. 41

  DATA FILE FORMATS ....................................................... 42
    LOGFILE format ........................................................ 42
    FREQLIST.DBF .......................................................... 42
    data file format ...................................................... 42

  RS232 INTERFACE ......................................................... 50

  PROGRAM LIMITS AND RANGES ............................................... 51



















 
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                          WHAT'S NEW IN THIS RELEASE



 Version 0.1
    First Beta test release

 Version 0.2
   Fixed problem with COM port open failure aborting program.
   Fixed various ICOM modulation problems.
   Changed DIGITs to FONTS instead of BITMAPS to reduce flashing.

 Version 0.3
   Fixed problem with Program restarting when closed from ICON.
   Fixed hangs and errors caused when switching radios.
   Fixed functional problems with AOR3000 code.
   Added code to process commands in File (including CHAIN)

 Version 0.4
   Fixed various AOR8000 problems.
   Fixed more bugs.
   Made NT and Win95 versions separate (due to DLL differences).

 Version 0.5
   Fixed several problems with writing Frequency files.
   Added DEBUG file generation for troubleshooting.
   Added support for DRAKE R8a radio.
   Added short form/abbreviations for Frequency files.
   Updated Radio Option panel code.
   Added additional settings for AOR8000 and KENWOOD radios.
   Separated display into multiple panels.
   Added range selection for LOAD and SET
   Added COPY/MOVE/SWAP operations.

 Version 0.6
   More bug fixes
   Support for Bearcat 895xlt added.
   Support for AOR500  added.
   Fixed several problems that caused program to die.
   Enabled Extended options on PARMS panel.
   Re-arranged screen layouts to allow for future additional controls.
   Changed VFO A/B operation.

 Version 0.7
   Fixed problem with AOR8000 not scanning properly.
   Support for Bearcat 245xlt added.
   Added VFO channel selection for Bearcat radios
   Fixed problem with RADIO scan mode.
   Added TRUNK keyword
   Added FONT selection for Frequency Display (Much requested)

 Version 0.71
   BUG FIX- Numerous Bearcat bugs fixed
   Fixed "sticky" FLOW CNTRL selection on OPTIONS panel

 Version 0.80
   Merged NT & 95/98 into one file.
   Added radio locate function to OPTIONS panel.
   re-wrote radio routines to remove hang when radio not connected.
   Resized panels for bigger fonts.
   Added option to hide unused AUX controls.

 Version 0.90
   Numerous problems fixed.
   Removed Windows 3.1 support.

 
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 Version 0.91
   More bug fixes.
   Added support for additional ICOM radios.
   Changed VFO A/B operations (Radios use 1st VFO always).
   Left/Right Mouse buttons now working.
   Bandwidth kept in sync with FM modulation type.
   Updated SPEED and DELAY routines for better uniformity.
   Added SIZE selection for Frequency fonts.

 Version 0.92
   Fixed numerous bugs.
   Added support for Kenwood THF6A.
   Added code to Parms Panel to select best defaults.
   Added support for additional BEARCAT models
   Added Separate windows for VFOA and VFOB.
   Window positions are now remembered.
   Unrelated AUX controls are now hidden if GLOBAL SHOW AUX not checked.
   Added option to bypass DBF load at startup.
   CTCSS scanning for radios supporting it.
   Logging to file added.
   Added switch to disable update of memory channels.

   ************************************************************
   **** A big THANK YOU goes out to all of the folks that  ****
   ****        Helped test out this version!               ****
   ************************************************************








































 
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                                 DISCLAIMERS



   IBM is a trademark of IBM corporation.

   ICOM is a trademark of Icom incorporated.

   KENWOOD is a trademark of Kenwood Corporation.

   AOR     is a trademark of AOR inc.

   DBASE III is a trademark of Borland International.

   RADIO SHACK is a trademark of Tandy Corporation.

   BEARCAT  is a trademark of Uniden  Corporation.



       The author  takes no responsibility  for any  damages that may occur to
     your radio or computer due to the operation of this program.

       This  program  is  being  distributed  as  SHAREWARE. This  means  that
     voluntary  contributions are the only source of remuneration obtained for
     this work. A contribution of $25.00 gives you the following:

           1.  Fixes for any bugs.
           2.  Schematics and instructions for the interfaces.
           3.  A clear conscience.
           4.  Removal of Nag Screen

       Please  support continued development of RadioCtl  by registering  your
     program.


     Please mail all contributions, problem reports  and suggestions to

        Lydia Rosa
        P.O. Box 414
        Marlboro, N.Y.
        12542

     The author  can also be contacted via E-mail at

          richardrosa@yahoo.com


      The latest versions of RadioCtl can be downloaded from

          www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/1552


       Thank you for your support.












 
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                                   REQUIREMENTS

       In order to run this program you will need the following:

     *    A 486 or Pentium based computer.

     *    At least 8mb of memory (16mb is recommended).

     *    about 2mb of free disk space (for the program and document).

     *    Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000.

     *    A free Serial (RS232) port.

     *    one of the following models of radio:

         -   ICOM R-7000*

         -   KENWOOD R-5000*

         -   AOR3000A (not the AOR3000)

         -   AOR8000/AOR8200

         -   AOR5000

         -   BEARCAT BC895xlt*

         -   BEARCAT BC245xlt*

         -   RadioShack   radio   equipped  with   OPTOSCAN  interface   (from
             OptoElectronics).

         -   KENWOOD TH-F6A


     *NOTE: Although not tested, this program should work with other models of
     this manufacturer equipped with a serial port.

       For Kenwood and Icom Radios, a  modified interface is required for full
     program  functionally  (signal detection).  For  all  other  radios,  the
     manufacturer's  interface will work. However,  signal  detection  can  be
     speeded up by use of the modified interface for  all of the radios. Plans
     for this interface are  made available  free of charge for all registered
     users.

      Unfortunately, the  AOR3000  does not currently work with this  program.
     The  protocol  differences  between the  AOR3000  and  the  AOR3000A  are
     different enough to cause incompatibilities with RadioCtl.

















 
     Requirements     <Radio Control Program for Windows>               Page 4


                                   INTRODUCTION

       The  RADIO REMOTE CONTROL PROGRAM for Windows will allow you to control
     selected radios from  any computer serial  port  (RS232)  using  Windows.
     This program expands the capabilities of your radio  to 1000 channels and
     100 programmable scan or search banks.  In addition, scanning, searching,
     and logging  facilities are  also provided.  Some  radios  will  need  an
     additional interface to utilize the  signal detection facilities of  this
     program.  A circuit diagram  and build  instructions are provided free of
     charge to all registered users.

       The  program  allows  you to select various baud rates, COM  ports, and
     other parameters associated with individual radios. Up to eight different
     radio configurations can be defined for easy  switching.  A LOCAL mode is
     also provided to run the program without the need for a radio connection.

       Frequency  information  can  be loaded  or saved from a  text file.  An
     interface to a DBASE type file is also provided  for frequency to service
     lookup.

     DEFINING SOME TERMS:
       There are various  terms and descriptions used throughout this  manual.
     Although RadioCtl is fairly easy to use, it helps to have a clear picture
     of what the program is doing and  how it  is doing it.  Various terms are
     used throughout this document to explain the program operation.

     VFO       Stands for Variable Frequency Oscillator.  This is the settings
               for one frequency, modulation, and other  parameters  that tune
               the radio and set selected functions. Both the RadioCtl program
               and  the  radio  being  run  have VFOs.  RadioCtl contains  two
               separate VFOS,  one  active and  one standby.  Some radios also
               have two VFOs.  However, RadioCtl will select only one of these
               to be the active VFO. RadioCtl's active VFO is where parameters
               are sent to or received from the Radio's active VFO.

     MEMORY    Memory  is where  multiple  VFO  settings are  saved for future
               usage  by  the active VFO.  Both RadioCtl  and the  radio  have
               memories. RadioCtl has 1000 memories. The number of memories in
               the radio varies from model to model. RadioCtl memories may NOT
               always reflect the contents of the radio's memories.

     CHANNEL   Channel  in this document refers to the currently active memory
               number. A Channel number may either be a RadioCtl memory number
               or a radio memory number.

     BANK      This is a collection of Channels within RadioCtl. There are two
               types of banks, SCAN banks and SEARCH banks.  SCAN  banks group
               together  memory channels for  scanning.  SEARCH  banks  define
               search parameters.  Although some of  the supported radios also
               have  bank  definitions,  they  are usually  not  used  by this
               program.

     PROTOCOL  A  method of communication with  a particular radio. Each radio
               type has a unique method  of transferring  information  between
               the radio and the computer. The method used  by RadioCtl is set
               by  the  user based on the Make and Model of  the  radio  being
               controlled.









 
     Introduction     <Radio Control Program for Windows>               Page 5


     PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
       RadioCtl provides  the user with a flexible way of controlling a radio.
     It also provides a uniform interface for different types  of radios. This
     is a high-level block diagram of the program:


                   ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿
                   |search  |---¿      ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿
                   |banks   |   |      |stndby|
                   ÀÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ   |      | VFO  |
                                |      ÀÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ
                                |         |
                                |      ÚÄÄÁÄÄÄ¿
                   ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿   À----->|active|   serial  ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿
                   |memories|<---------|VFO   |---------->|  radio |
                   |        |--------->|      |<----------|        |
                   ÀÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ          ÀÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ  Ú------->|        |
                       ^  ^                      | port   ÀÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ
                       |  |                      |
                       |  |    ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿       |
                       |  À----|channel #|-------Ù
                       |       ÀÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ
                   ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿
                   |scan  |
                   |banks |
                   ÀÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ

       Memory  channels  store  information  on frequency, modulation, squelch
     count, duration, and other important parameters. The program provides for
     a maximum of  1000 memory channels.  Information can be  directly entered
     from the control panel, loaded from a text file,  loaded from the radio's
     memory, or transferred from the program's VFO.

       The VFO represents  a  single  frequency, modulation,  and  other radio
     settings. These settings can be sent to the radio, or  stored in a memory
     channel.  The VFO  can be set from the control panel direct input, loaded
     from a memory channel, loaded from a search  bank, or set from the radio.
     Current VFO settings can be swapped with a standby VFO for quick changing
     of VFO information.

       Scan  banks  provide  the ability  to  group  blocks  of  channels  for
     scanning. Scan banks allow the user to define  up to 100 different blocks
     of memory channels for selection.

       Search  banks  provide  groups  of  frequencies  to  search.  Up to 100
     different ranges of frequency, modulation and step value can be defined.

       The Channel number provides selection of the program's memory channels.
     It can also be used to address the memory channels of the current radio.

       Radio control information is sent to and received from the radio by way
     of  the  serial port.  The program provides for selection of up  to eight
     different radios, each with  a  unique  set of operation characteristics.
     The program can also provide simulation of  a  radio. The actual commands
     to  the  radio  are defined by a protocol setting. The  program currently
     supports protocols for KENWOOD, ICOM, AOR8000, AOR3000, BEARCAT, and OPTO
     equipped radios. A LOCAL protocol is also provided which does not require
     a radio to be attached.

       If you are controlling the R7000, you  will  need  either the ICOM CI-V
     interface adapter, or  the modified RS232  interface.  If you wish to use
     the signal  detection  feature of this program, you will need to  use the
     modified interface.

       For the R-5000, you will need the IC-10 option kit. A modification must
     be made to the R-5000 if you wish to use the signal detection feature  of
 
     Introduction     <Radio Control Program for Windows>               Page 6


     this program. Some  other  KENWOOD  radios  provide  for software  signal
     detection. Although RADIOCTL can make use of this, the hardware detection
     will increase the speed of scanning.

       The  AOR3000,  Bearcat, and  OPTO equipped radios already have a  RS232
     interface.  No  modification  is  needed  for  these  radios,  as  signal
     detection  is  done in software.  The modification instructions include a
     change to the AOR3000 to allow 9600 baud operation (from the default 4800
     baud) .

       For  the AOR8000, an  interface  is  also  needed.  The  OPTOLINK  from
     Optoelectronics has been tested with this  program. This interface allows
     the use of hardware signal detection for faster scanning.  This interface
     will also work with ICOM radios as well. However, most interfaces for the
     AOR8000 should  work with this program.  Although it has not been tested,
     this program should work with the AOR8200, as the command set is similar.

       The  Kenwood  TH-F6A uses a different  command  set  and interface then
     earlier Kenwood radios. A special cable,  PG-4P  (available from Kenwood)
     is  used to  connect  the radio  to the serial  port. Unfortunately, this
     cable  mutes the speaker, so  monitoring  is  not  possible.  However,  a
     special adapter can be built to overcome this limitation.

       It is highly  recommended that the modified interface be used for  ICOM
     and KENWOOD radios.  Most of the features of this program make use of the
     detection   of  an  available  signal  (SQUELCH).  These  radios  do  NOT
     currently have squelch  detection  as  part  of the  standard  interface.
     Although this  program will work  fine  without  this  signal  detection,
     operations such as SCAN and SEARCH will have no usability.

       The interface circuit is a inexpensive, easy to build project.  All the
     parts  are  readily available at any electronic store. Estimated cost for
     each interface is $15. Plans  and instructions  for these interfaces  are
     provided to you when you become a registered user.
































 
     Introduction     <Radio Control Program for Windows>               Page 7


                                      STARTUP


     INSTALLATION:
       To install the program, Unzip all the  files into a temporary directory
     and run the  program  SETUP from  the WINDOWS  RUN command.  The  install
     process will allow  you  to  specify  a directory and copy all the needed
     files to the appropriate places.

     GETTING STARTED:
      Once the install has  completed. select RadioCtl from the START PROGRAMS
     menu.

       When the program starts, you will be running with the "LOCAL" protocol.
     This allows you  to  check out all  the functionality of RadioCtl without
     having  to actually connect a real radio. Before using RadioCtl with your
     particular  radio,  you  need   to   tell  the  program  what  radio  and
     communication port that you are using. You do this by selecting the PARMS
     menu, and selecting one of the eight RADIO_PARMS items.

       Once  the  RADIO  PARMS  panel is  displayed, you can enter information
     pertaining to your specific radio. First select the PROTOCOL based on the
     type  of  radio that you have  connected.  When  the PROTOCOL is changed,
     RadioCtl will  fill  in settings that should  work  with  the  radio  you
     selected. You WILL need to select the Communications port that your radio
     is connected to. If know that your radio uses different settings, you can
     change them as you wish.  If you are not sure of your communications port
     settings, use the LOCATE RADIO  button  to have  RadioCtl attempt to find
     your radio.

       Once the parms are  set for  your radio, you can  give these settings a
     name  to make it  easy for  you  to  identify them. This name can be  any
     combination  of  letters  and numbers up to 40 in length.  Press  the  OK
     button to set the parms and return you to the main panel.

       If all the  settings are  correct, you should be  ready  to control you
     radio using RadioCtl.

     SOME SIMPLE OPERATIONS:

     *   Press the LOAD  button.  This will load your  radio's memory channels
         into RadioCtl's memories.

     *   Press  SCAN. This  will start scanning the frequencies  that you just
         loaded.

     *   While  scanning,  press  the  UP or  DN  buttons  next to the CHANNEL
         display. This will change the direction of scanning.

     *   Press MANUAL button. This stops the scanning operation.

     *   Enter a frequency in the Active VFO Frequency Entry field (be sure to
         press ENTER to  complete the entry). Your radio should  change to the
         frequency you entered.

     *   Left click  on  a VFO FREQUENCY  digit.  The  selected  digit  should
         increase by one (or set to 0 if it  was  at  9).  If  the  VFO  being
         changed is the Active VFO, then  your radio should also change to the
         new frequency.

     *   Right click on a FREQUENCY digit.  The selected digit should decrease
         (or set to 9 if it was at 0) with similar results to the left click.

     *   Select CHANNEL UP with either mouse button and hold the button  down.
         The channels will  start incrementing and  your radio settings should
         also change. Release the button to stop.
 
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                                    THE DISPLAY

       The  main  panel  shows you the status  of your radio,  as well as  the
     status of the  program.  There  are numerous controls, and various status
     fields. Controls are toggled by moving the mouse  cursor over the control
     and  clicking.  Entry  fields require a ENTER or TAB key to complete  the
     entry.  There are also separate windows for Messages, VFO status,  memory
     channels, search and scan Banks, and the spectrum display.

     You may  close any window (except the main panel) that you do not wish to
     view.  To close a panel either click the "X" on the upper right corner or
     click on the panel's ICON in the  upper left hand corner and select CLOSE
     from the drop-down  menu.  To  open a  window you have previously closed,
     use the  VIEW menu item on the main panel.  If  the Main panel is closed,
     the program is terminated.

       The following display windows are provided:

     *   Main Panel

     *   Messages

     *   VFOA

     *   VFOB

     *   Memory Channels

     *   Scan Banks

     *   Search Banks

     *   Spectrum

































 
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                                    MAIN PANEL

        The  MAIN PANEL is  the controlling panel for the entire program. From
     this panel, you can display other panels,  start and stop operations, and
     terminate the program.


     CHANNEL:
       This  display  shows  the  current  channel number  being used  by  the
     program.  Depending on the state of  the COMPUTER/RADIO  switch,  it will
     represent  the  internal memory channels in the  program, or the  radio's
     memory  channels. The memory channel can  be  changed  using  the  scroll
     buttons to  the left of the display, using left  or right mouse button on
     a  digit to  increment or decrement, or  entering a channel number in the
     entry field under the display.  When  a memory channel number is changed,
     and  the COMPUTER/RADIO switch  is  set  to COMPUTER,  the  corresponding
     computer memory channel information is set to  the VFO, and to the radio.
     If the COMPUTER/RADIO switch is in the RADIO position, the radio's memory
     channel is  changed.  If the program is  in MANUAL mode, and the MEM SYNC
     switch  is  selected,  changing  the  channel  number  will  display  the
     corresponding Memory Channel information.

     MEMORY SCROLL BUTTONS:
       The memory channel  number  can be incremented or decremented using the
     UP/DN  buttons  next to  the Channel  display.  The  mouse button used to
     select the UP/DN button can be held for continuous increment or decrement
     of FREQUENCY or CHANNEL.  A memory channel  digit  can also be changed by
     right or left clicking the mouse over the digit.

     OPERATION BUTTONS:
       These buttons  perform  various  operations and set the program into of
     three scanning modes. MANUAL, SCAN and SEARCH modes determine the primary
     operation  of the  program. MANUAL mode is the default.  MANUAL,  SCAN  &
     SEARCH  are "Sticky" operations. That  is,  once  selected, the operation
     continues until  another  scanning operation is  selected.  All the other
     operation buttons return to the scanning  mode that  was in effect before
     the operation was selected.

       MANUAL MODE:
       Of three scanning modes. MANUAL mode is the  default. In this mode, the
     program  will  continuously  monitor the  signal strength from the radio.
     Depending on the radio, changes in the radio frequency or modulation  may
     be logged in the active VFO display.

       The  program  will switch to  manual  mode  if  one  of  the  following
     conditions is met:

     *   The MANUAL button is pressed.

     *   SCAN mode detects no valid channels or banks.

     *   SEARCH mode detects no valid  banks.

     *   A new radio is selected.

     *   Any radio or global parameter is changed.


       SCAN MODE:
       The  SCAN button starts the program  scanning  through selected  memory
     channels.  When  a  signal is  detected, scanning will  stop, the  signal
     strength  will   be  displayed  in  the  Signal  Meter,  and  information
     (duration, squelch count, etc) will be logged in the memory channel.

        When the signal stops, scanning  will continue.  Memory  channels  are
     normally  incremented.  The direction of  the  scan  can  be  changed  by
 
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     pressing the  CHANNEL  NUMBER scroll button to the  side  of the  channel
     display.

       Various Global switches and memory channel setting affect the operation
     of scan mode. Global switches (on the main panel) overide any settings of
     individual  memory  channels.  In   Addition,  PARMS  settings  for   the
     individual radio also affect scanning.

       Each RadioCtl Memory Channel has a number of  settings that are used to
     setup the radio during a SCAN operations. Depending on the radio, some of
     the settings may  NOT  be  used  or  set.  Table  3  shows the  functions
     available for each radio.

       In addition, several switches in the memory channel affect how RadioCtl
     processes an individual channel. These switches are VALID, DELAY, TRUNKED
     FREQ and RSM.

       The  VALID switch is used during scan to identify  channels that should
     be scanned. Any memory channel with the VALID switch off will NOT be used
     in any scan operation.

       If the DELAY switch of a channel is set, and a signal is detected after
     setting  the radio with the channel's  settings,  then  the  program will
     delay  for a number of seconds after  the  signal  stops  before resuming
     scan. This DELAY value is set from the GLOBAL PARMS menu.

       This switch identifies  the  memory settings as belonging to a  set  of
     Trunked Frequencies.  If the Global Switch SCAN TRUNKED  FREQS is on, and
     this switch is also on,  (and the VALID switch is set). This channel will
     be included in scans. If  this switch  is  on and the  SCAN TRUNKED FREQS
     global switch is  off, then this channel will  NOT be  used  in any  scan
     regardless of the VALID switch setting.

       If  the RSM  switch  (Memory  Channel)  is  selected,  and a signal  is
     detected after  setting the  radio  with  the  channel's  settings,  then
     scanning will resume after a set time period, even if the signal is still
     present. This time period is set from the GLOBAL PARMS menu.

       The Main Panel has a number of Global Switches that affect the way that
     scanning is done.

       The  MEMORY SYNC  switch  allows the Memory Channel  display to  follow
     active channels. If this switch  is selected for SCAN or SEARCH mode, the
     displayed Memory Channel  information will change to any  channel where a
     signal is detected.  This allows you to automatically display the channel
     information whenever the squelch breaks.  If this switch is off, then the
     memory channel display will NOT change when a signal is detected.

     Note:  If  you are editing  a memory channel  during Scan with the MEMORY
     SYNC selected, you may loose  your edit if  the program  switches  memory
     channel before the edit is complete.

       If  the PRIORITY switch is  selected, The PRIORITY channel entered will
     be  scanned  at  a  specific  interval.  If  a  signal is detected on the
     priority channel, normal scanning stops, and the program switches  to the
     priority  channel. Normal  scanning  will resume when the  signal  is  no
     longer  present on  the  PRIORITY  channel.  The  interval  for  priority
     checking is set on the GLOBAL PARMS panel.
      Note:The  RESUME counter does not function  when stopped on the priority
     channel. Scan or Search will resume from a priority channel ONLY when the
     signal disappears.

       RadioCtl  provides  100 Scan  banks (numbered  0-99)  that can  contain
     ranges  of channels to scan.  These banks  allow you to group  a  set  of
     channels based on some common criteria.  For example, channels 1-10 might
     be  your  local  fire frequencies,  while  21-25  might  be  your  Police
 
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     departments.
       In  order  to  use these  banks,  the  BANKS  ON Global Switch  must be
     checked.  If this box  is  checked  when  scanning, the  order of channel
     selection is determined by the Scan Bank entries.  Bank channel selection
     is done with the following logic:

     1.  Set Bank number to 0.

     2.  Step through Scan Banks until a  bank is  found with the VALID switch
         set. Set the current memory channel number to the START value of this
         bank.  If no valid bank found,  terminate the Scan (return to  Manual
         Mode).

     3.  If the  RadioCtl  memory  channel has  the  VALID  switch is set, and
         either the  TRUNKED  FREQ switch is  off  or  the  Global Switch SCAN
         TRUNKED FREQS is on, then Frequency, Modulation and other information
         from the memory channel is use to tune the radio.

     4.  If the radio was set, RadioCtl will check  for a signal.  If a signal
         is detected, scanning will stop until either the signal goes away, or
         Global Switch RESUME is set and the resume period has expired.

     5.  If the current channel number is less than the current Scan bank STOP
         number,  then  increment  the  current  channel   number.   Otherwise
         decrement the current channel number.

     6.  If the updated  channel number is outside the START and STOP range of
         the current bank number, then increment the bank number and return to
         step 2. Otherwise go back to step 3.


       The RESUME switch  determines the action  after  the squelch breaks. If
     RESUME is  off, scanning  will not continue until  the  signal  ends.  If
     RESUME is on, scanning will resume after the  number of seconds specified
     by the RESUME value. This value can be set from the PARMS panel.
      NOTE:The  Global  RESUME  Switch  forces  a  resume  regardless  of  the
     individual memory channel setting.


       Normally,  RadioCtl  Memory  channels are updated with signal strength,
     time-stamp, and other information when squelch breaks. If the USE RADIO'S
     MEMORY switch is selected, then  Frequency  and  Modulation will  also be
     updated when a  signal  is  detected.  Checking  this  box  disables this
     logging, effectively  write-protecting the RadioCtl memory channels.

       When the LOG TO FILE  switch is selected, all squelch breaks are looged
     to the  current log file. This file is set with the FILE->CHANGE LOG FILE
     NAME menu. If this switch is off, then  squelch breaks are only logged to
     the MESSAGES panel.

       The SCAN TRUNK  FREQS switch  determines  what happens with frequencies
     marked as TRUNKED FREQ. If this box is checked, memory channels marked as
     TRUNKED channels will be included in the scan.  Otherwise memory channels
     marked as TRUNKED will be bypassed.

       The  CTCSS  Enable  switch  determines  how a  SCAN  handles  the CTCSS
     settings in a memory channel.  If this box is checked,  the SCAN function
     will  honor  the  CTCSS  setting  on  the memory  channel  being scanned.
     Otherwise, the CTCSS  setting  will  be  ignored.  If  CTCSS  scanning is
     selected, then RadioCtl will stop on a  channel ONLY if there is a signal
     AND  the CTCSS  setting for that  channel matches  the  CTCSS tone  being
     received   by  the  radio.  Note  that  CTCSS   scanning  results  in   a
     SIGNIFICANTLY  slower  scan  rate,  as  additional  information  must  be
     exchanged between the computer when checking the signal.

     Note: If the radio  does not support this feature,  this control will not
 
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     be visible.


       Under the Channel display is a button marked USE COMPUTER'S MEMORIES or
     USE RADIO'S  MEMORIES. This is  a toggle button  that  affects where  the
     frequency, modulation, and other settings for the  radio will come  from.
     If  this  switch  is in  the  COMPUTER state, then the radio is  set from
     RadioCtl's  current  memory  channel information.  If  set  in  the RADIO
     state, then the radio is set from  whatever information is in the Radio's
     memory channel.
       In the  RADIO position,  scan is usually much  faster, as there is less
     information  being  transmitted  between  the  computer  and  the  radio.
     However, information in RadioCtl's memories  will not always reflect what
     is kept in the radio's memories. Also, in the RADIO position, the channel
     number range is determined by the minimum and maximum channel numbers for
     the radio (set in the PARMS panel).
      NOTE.The OPTO protocol does not provide for memory channel control. When
     using the OPTO protocol, this  switch remains in  the  COMPUTER position,
     and cannot be changed.

       The  SPEED  CONTROL setting  determines how  fast each channel will  be
     scanned. In the event that a scan  is too  fast  to  respond  to  certain
     frequencies,  it can be slowed by  adjusting  the SPEED CONTROL.  Setting
     the SPEED  CONTROL to a lower value causes  the  computer to wait on each
     channel when  there  is no signal present. This gives the  radio time for
     the squelch to detect a signal.

       SEARCH MODE:
       Search Mode allows you to  scan a  range of frequencies for action.  Up
     to  100  different ranges can  be  programmed. Each range consists  of  a
     starting frequency,  stopping frequency, increment value and  modulation.
     In  addition,  searching  can start at the current VFO frequency  and  be
     incremented or decremented by the current STEP value.

       When a range is searched, the radio is set to the initial frequency and
     modulation. If a  signal is detected, the frequency  and  modulation  are
     recorded in the next  free RadioCtl  memory channel, and the VALID switch
     is set  for  this channel.  If  this frequency already exists in a memory
     channel, then COUNT, TIME and  SIGNAL values are  updated. If the  memory
     channel  has  the  VALID  switch  off,  then the  signal  is ignored, and
     searching  resumes with  the  next  frequency.  If there are no more free
     channels available, then the message "SEARCH FULL" is displayed, and  the
     information is NOT saved.

       Various Global switches and memory channel setting affect the operation
     of search  mode. Global switches (on the main panel) overide any settings
     of  individual memory  channels. In  Addition,  PARMS  settings  for  the
     individual radio also affect searching.

       When Search  encounters  a  signal  on a given frequency, the operation
     will  check to  see  if this frequency  is  already stored in one of  the
     RadioCtl Memories.  If  the  frequency is found, then the VALID switch is
     checked for that channel. If the switch is turned off, then the signal is
     ignored, and the next frequency is selected.  If the VALID switch  is on,
     information for that frequency is updated in the RadioCtl Memory Channel.

       When a signal has been detected, and then goes away, RadioCtl will wait
     a  short period  before resuming Search if the memory channel that it has
     logged information to has the DELAY switch set.  The DELAY time value can
     be set from the GLOBAL PARMS menu.

       If  the  RSM  (Memory  Channel) switch  is selected,  and  this  Memory
     Channel  is used for logging a signal, then the search  will resume after
     a set time period, even if the signal is still  present. This time period
     is set from the GLOBAL PARMS menu.

 
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       The Main Panel has a number of Global Switches that affect the way that
     searching is done.

       The MEM SYNC switch allows the Memory Channel display to follow  active
     channels.  If this  switch  is  selected,  the  displayed  Memory Channel
     information will change to any channel where information is being logged.
     This allows you to automatically display the channel information whenever
     the  squelch  breaks.  If  this  switch  is off, then  the memory channel
     display will NOT change when information is logged.

     Note:  If  you are editing a memory channel during Search with the MEMORY
     SYNC  selected,  you may loose your edit  if the  program switches memory
     channel before the edit is complete.

       The BANKS ON switch determines the  logic for the Search operation.  If
     this switch is off, the Search operation performs as follows:

     1.  Send  current active VFO Frequency, Modulation and  other  applicable
         settings to the radio, and wait a short period for a signal.

     2.  If a signal  is detected,  locate a memory  channel that has the same
         frequency  as the current VFO, or a memory channel that does not have
         any data (frequency = 0 ).  If the DON'T UPDATE MEMORY Global  switch
         is not set, update information (modulation, signal strength, etc.) to
         this memory channel.

     3.  If  a signal is detected,  wait  until the signal goes away, or until
         RESUME timeout (if Global RESUME switch set).

     4.  Update active VFO  Frequency by the active  VFO  step value.  If  VFO
         Frequency  is  greater than the  maximum  frequency  allowed for this
         radio, then set  VFO  frequency to  the minimum frequency allowed for
         this radio. If  VFO  is being  decremented, and VFO is less  than the
         minimum frequency allowed for this  radio, then set frequency to  the
         maximum  frequency allowed.  Maximum and  minimum frequencies are set
         in the PARMS menu for the particular radio.

     5.  If the UP or DN buttons are pressed  (on  the  VFO panel  next to the
         frequency display) then change the direction of the search.

     6.  go back to step 1.


       If the BANKS ON switch is on, then the Search operation is as follows:

     1.  Set Bank number to 0.

     2.  Step  through Search  Banks until  a bank  is found  with  the  VALID
         switch set.  If  no  valid  bank  found,  terminate search (return to
         Manual Mode).

     3.  Set  the current VFO frequency to the starting frequency of the bank,
         Set the current VFO  modulation  to  the modulation  specified in the
         bank.

     4.  Send  current  active VFO  Frequency, Modulation and other applicable
         settings to the radio, and wait a short period for a signal.

     5.  If  a  signal is detected, locate a memory channel that has the  same
         frequency as the current VFO, or a memory channel that does  not have
         any data (frequency = 0 ).  If the DON'T UPDATE MEMORY Global  switch
         is not set, update information (modulation, signal strength, etc.) to
         this memory channel.

     6.  If a signal is  detected, wait until the signal goes away,  or  until
         RESUME timeout (if Global RESUME or RSM on channel set).
 
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     7.  Update active VFO Frequency by  the INCR value for the current search
         bank. If the new frequency is  outside  the  range  specified  by the
         START and STOP of the current search bank, increment the bank  number
         and go back to step 2. Otherwise set the current VFO frequency to the
         new frequency and go to step 4.

         Note: If START frequency less than STOP frequency then frequency will
         be  incremented  by   the  value  in  INCR.  Otherwise  it  will   be
         decremented.


       The RESUME switch  determines the  action after the squelch breaks.  If
     RESUME is off, searching  will not continue  until  the  signal  ends. If
     RESUME is on, scanning will resume  after the number of seconds specified
     by the RESUME value. This value can be set from the PARMS panel.
      NOTE:The  Global  RESUME  Switch  forces  a  resume  regardless  of  the
     individual memory channel setting.

       Normally,  RadioCtl  Memory  channels are updated with signal strength,
     time-stamp, and other information when squelch breaks. If a new frequency
     is found during  a search,  an  empty  memory  channel is  used to  store
     Frequency  and  modulation.  Checking  this box  disables  this  logging,
     effectively  write-protecting the RadioCtl memory channels.

       When  this  switch is selected, all  squelch breaks are  logged  to the
     current log file. This  file  is set  with the FILE->CHANGE LOG FILE NAME
     menu. If this switch is off, then squelch breaks are only logged  to  the
     MESSAGES panel.

       The PRIORITY switch does NOT  have any effect on Search Mode.  Priority
     is not supported during a  search operation. Likewise, the COMPUTER/RADIO
     switch is also ignored. Search Mode always uses the computer's VFO.

       The  SPEED CONTROL setting determines how fast each  frequency  will be
     monitored. In the event that a search is too  fast to respond  to certain
     frequencies,  it can be  slowed by adjusting the  SPEED CONTROL.  Setting
     the  SPEED CONTROL to a lower value causes the computer to wait  on  each
     frequency when there is no signal present. This gives  the radio time for
     the squelch to detect a signal.


       LOAD:
       When this operation is selected, all of the radio's memory channels are
     loaded  into  RadioCtl's Memory  Channels. The load  starts at the  first
     channel entered in the START LOAD/SET field, and continues to the channel
     specified in  the  STOP LOAD/SET field.  The  contents of computer memory
     channels are  overwritten with the  new information.  Channels  that  are
     locked  out will have  the  VALID switch reset. The count,  duration  and
     strength  fields  are  reset  to  0.  If  the  radio  provides  for  text
     information, that will be  loaded into  the service field.  Any field  or
     setting  not  supported  by the radio will be set to the  default  state.
     When all channels specified in the START/STOP range have been loaded, the
     program will return to the previous scan mode (MANUAL/SCAN/SEARCH).

     For a LOCAL radio, a set of random settings will be set for each channel.

     Note: The OPTO protocol does not provide for memory channel control. When
     using the OPTO protocol, this switch is disabled.

     Note: This control will be disabled if the DON'T UPDATE  MEMORY switch is
     selected.





 
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       SET: When  this  operation is  selected, the contents  of  the computer
     memory channels are  stored  into  the radio's memory  channels.  The set
     starts at the  first  channel entered in  the START  LOAD/SET  field, and
     continues  to the channel  specified  in  the  STOP  LOAD/SET field.  The
     contents  of   radio   memory  channels  are  overwritten  with  the  new
     information. A  zero  frequency  will  cause  the  memory  channel  to be
     cleared.  For  a  LOCAL radio, each memory channel will be transferred to
     the VFO in turn.

     When all channels specified  in the  START/STOP range have been  set, the
     program will return to the previous scan mode (MANUAL/SCAN/SEARCH).
      NOTE.The OPTO protocol does not provide for memory channel control. When
     using the OPTO protocol, this switch is disabled.

       MEM->VFO:
       This  button will transfer the contents of the Memory Channel indicated
     by the Channel  display,  to  the VFO. If the COMPUTER/RADIO switch is in
     the COMPUTER position, the Computer's memory channel will be transferred.
     If  the RADIO position is  selected, the  information will be transferred
     from the radio's memory.  For a  LOCAL radio, the input will be a  random
     frequency and modulation.  This operation is the same as a LOAD  for  one
     channel.

       VFO->MEM:
       This  button  will  transfer  the  contents  of  the  VFO frequency and
     modulation to the Memory Channel indicated by the Channel display. If the
     COMPUTER/RADIO switch is in the COMPUTER position, the  Computer's memory
     channel will be updated.  Count, Strength, and Duration fields are reset.
     The Service string  is also cleared.  If the RADIO  position is selected,
     the information  will be transferred to  the radio's memory.  For a LOCAL
     radio, no data is transferred.  This  operation is the same as a  SET for
     one channel.

     Note:  If  the  DON'T  UPDATE   MEMORY   switch   is  selected,  and  the
     COMPUTER/RADIO switch is in the COMPUTER position, then this control will
     be disabled.

       RADIO->SEARCH:
       Some  of the supported  radios have search memories  that can be loaded
     into  the RadioCtl program. When this button  is pressed,  those memories
     are loaded into the corresponding SEARCH BANK channels.

     Note: If the currently selected radio does not support this feature, this
     control will not be visible.

       SEARCH->RADIO:
       Some of the supported radios have search memories that can be  set from
     the RadioCtl program. When this button is pressed, those memories are set
     from the corresponding SEARCH BANK channels.

     Note: If the currently selected radio does not support this feature, this
     control will not be visible.

       START LOAD/SET:
       The starting channel  number for a load or a  set operation  is entered
     here.

       STOP LOAD/SET:
       The  ending  channel number  for a  load or a set operation  is entered
     here.

       SWAP VFO  BUTTON:
       RadioCtl  provides  two  sets  of  VFO  settings.  Each  set includes a
     frequency,  modulation, step, attenuator, notch,  preamp,  amsync,  tone,
     AGC, antenna, noise blanker and  bandwidth settings. The  Swap VFO button
     can be used to quickly switch the program between either of the two VFOs.
 
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     Note:  For radios  that have multiple  VFOs, RadioCtl will always use the
     first VFO regardless of the program's VFO selection.

     SPEED CONTROL:
        For SCAN or SEARCH mode, the speed control determines the time between
     each channel or frequency. When the control  is  all the way to the left,
     the time between each  setting is minimal. If the  slider is moved to the
     right, the program  will delay  for  a certain  time before changing  the
     setting on  the  radio.  During this time, the  program will monitor  the
     radio for a signal. The SPEED control  allows  you to reduce  the SCAN or
     SEARCH speed to give the radio more time to respond to a signal.

     GLOBAL SWITCHES:
       At  the right  of the Main Panel  is a  column  of switches that affect
     various  operations.  These  switches  determine  what  memory  is  used,
     priority, resume, and other settings.  If  the switch has a "check", then
     the switch is ON. Otherwise the switch is off.

       MEMORY SYNC:
       The  MEMORY  SYNC  switch allows the Memory Channel  display to  follow
     active  channels. If this switch is selected for SCAN or SEARCH mode, the
     displayed Memory Channel information  will change to any  channel where a
     signal  is detected. This allows you to automatically display the channel
     information whenever the  squelch  breaks.  If the program  is  in MANUAL
     mode, then the memory channel display will change in sync with the memory
     channel number.

       PRIORITY:
       Priority  scanning allows a selected channel to be  tested for a signal
     once every interval. The channel number  to select  as a Priority channel
     is entered  in  the  entry field at  the bottom  of  the  frame.  If  the
     Priority  switch  is  ON,  then the priority channel will  be  used.  The
     priority checking interval can  be set using  the  PARMS panel.  Priority
     only works during SCAN mode.

       BANKS ON:
       When in SCAN or SEARCH mode, the program can make use of banks  of scan
     or search information. These  banks  allow  the  grouping  of channels or
     frequencies  for the SCAN mode. The Banks On switch allows  the scan mode
     to  use  the  bank associated  with  the  SCAN  mode. When selected,  the
     indicator in the  status frame  will display  what bank number (00-99) is
     currently being used.  See  the  discussion of SCAN and SEARCH mode for a
     complete overview of bank usage.

       RESUME:
       The  Resume switch will allow  the  Scan  or Search  to continue when a
     signal is present.  This  is  useful  when a Scan  or Search encounters a
     constant signal. With Resume on, the signal is ignored after a set amount
     of time. This time interval is set  using the Parms  panel. The indicator
     in the  Status panel shows approximately how many seconds  are left until
     the SCAN/SEARCH resumes.
      Note:This switch is a global setting.  If  on,  the  RSM switch for each
     memory channel is ignored.

       DON'T UPDATE MEMORY:
       This switch acts as a write-protect for RadioCtl's memories during SCAN
     or  SEARCH operations.  If this box  is  checked,  then  scan  or  search
     operations will NOT update RadioCtl memories when the squelch breaks.

     Note: Selecting this switch disables the LOAD operation button.





 
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       LOG TO FILE:
       When  this  switch is selected, all actions are logged to a data  file.
     This  includes  mode changes  and squelch  breaks.  A time  stamp is also
     logged  with  each  event. This file is cumulative,  and is not erased by
     this program. The name of the logging  file can be changed  with the FILE
     menu selection.

       LIGHT ON SIGNAL:
       If  this box is checked,  the FREQUENCY display will change to  a green
     background whenever a signal is detected. If the connected radio supports
     this feature, the light on the radio will also light for a signal.

     Note: This switch is disabled for the Bearcat 895.

       SCAN TRUNK FREQS:
       If this box  is checked, then memory channels marked as TRUNKED will be
     included as  part of a SCAN operation.  If the  box is not checked, these
     channels will be bypassed.

       CTCSS ENABLE:
       If this box is checked, the SCAN function will honor the  CTCSS setting
     on the memory channel being scanned. Otherwise, the CTCSS setting will be
     ignored. This  is only available for radios that support CTCSS  scanning.
     For unsupported radios, this control will not be displayed.

     STATUS CONTROLS:
       The center frame on the Main Panel contains several status controls and
     displays. The controls allow you to select  a specific radio to test, and
     adjust signal detection.  The status  displays show information about the
     connected radio, bank selection, resume time and signal strength.

       RADIO SELECTION:
       Up to  eight  different  radios can be  defined  to the program.  These
     radios can  have different  BAUD  rates, Com  ports, protocols, etc. Each
     radio is assigned a name. You can change the name (and  other parameters)
     for a  given radio from the Parms  menu.  Radio Selection is  a drop-down
     selection field. Click on  the  right button  to display the  radio list.
     Double click on a radio to select it. The Baud  and Com port used will be
     displayed below to the Radio Selection control.
       The connection  status of the radio is displayed below the BAUD and COM
     status. This field can  be double-clicked to force a reconnection.  NOTE:
     When a new radio is selected, or the current radio is reconnected, Manual
     mode is forced.

       SIGNAL METER:
       The signal is a 12 step  indicator corresponding to the signal strength
     being detected.  Depending on the radio, the meter may reflect the actual
     signal strength, or just the presence of a signal. The signal  level of 9
     is used for  those  radios without the ability to  read the actual signal
     strength.  For a LOCAL radio, clicking any of  the signal display buttons
     will  turn on the signal at that strength. For all radios, the OFF button
     will temporarily turn off the signal. If scanning or searching, this will
     cause the radio to resume  scan or search.  For LOCAL operation, the  OFF
     button is the only way to turn off the signal detection.

       When  not  running  in LOCAL mode,  the signal  buttons can be  used to
     define a minimum  squelch  trigger. Clicking  on  a button will cause the
     program to ignore any  signal  at  or  below that signal  level. When the
     squelch minimum  is  active, the signal limit level buttons are displayed
     in green.
      NOTE:This  feature  is not  useful for the  ICOM and KENWOOD radios,  as
     these radios do not have the ability to determine signal strength values.




 
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     MAIN PANEL MENU:
       The menu on the top  of the  main panel provides  additional functions.
     These functions provide the ability to load and save information to disk,
     customize your radio setup, and  select various panels for viewing.  Menu
     items  can  be  selected by  placing the mouse cursor over the  item  and
     pressing the right  mouse button.  Menu  items  can also be selected from
     the keyboard using the underlined letter.  For the primary menu, the  ALT
     key  must also be pressed.  For drop-down  menus,  only the key itself is
     need to select an item.

       FILE MENU:
       The File menu provides  the ability to load or save the  current memory
     channel, scan banks, and search  banks to or from a  text file.  The file
     format for  this file  is described in the DATA FORMAT section.  The scan
     information can be  saved to or loaded from many different files.  When a
     file is loaded, only those memory channels, scan bank channels, or search
     channels that are included  in  the file  are changed.  For  a save,  all
     Memory Channels, Scan Banks and Search Banks are written.

       A new DBASE  file  can  also be selected  from this panel. This file is
     used for  service lookup  operations.  The  format  of  this file is also
     discussed in the DATA FORMAT section.

       The DEBUG item enables or disables the logging of debug data. This data
     is  used primarily for  logging information for  troubleshooting  program
     problems.  The information is logged to the file DEBUG.DAT. This file can
     grow to be quite large, as an extensive amount of  information is written
     to this file.

       The File menu also contains the Quit for the program.

       VIEW MENU:
       This menu item enables the display of various panels.  These panels are
     for VFOA,  VFOB, Messages, Frequency database, Scan and Search banks, and
     the spectrum display.

       CLEAR EVERYTHING:
       This operation will clear all Memory Channels, Search Banks, Scan Banks
     and the VFO. In addition, the program will be reset to Manual mode.



       PARMS:
       For the program, and for each radio, there are a set of parameters that
     need to  be defined. Although the program sets certain defaults, the user
     will  most  likely wish to  change these  to suit  individual  needs  and
     tastes.


         GLOBAL PARMS:
       Various  parameters  determine  the operation of the program.  For  the
     most  part,  these  parameters  are  set once  when you first install the
     program. This panel allows you to change program operation parameters.


           PRIORITY:
       This is the time (in  seconds) between  priority checks.  This value is
     used during SCAN when PRIORITY is selected.

           DELAY:
       The number of seconds that the program will  wait on a channel after  a
     signal disappears. This value only has affect if the DELAY switch is  set
     on the current memory channel.



 
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           RESUME:
       If RESUME is  selected, this is  the  number  of seconds that  SCAN  or
     SEARCH will continue after a signal is detected.

           FONT:
       The  frequency,  Step  and  Channel Fonts  are initially set to use the
     TRANSITOR type font. This font was selected to  look like a Seven Segment
     display found on most scanners.  However, tastes  vary,  and  a different
     font for these displays may be desired. This drop-down box  allows you to
     select any  FONT  that is  currently  installed  in the  system  for  the
     displays. When the font is changed, the sample box (next to the FONT SIZE
     selection) will change to reflect the new setting.
     Note:The TRANSISTOR font does not always get selected for use by Windows.
     If the font does not  seem  to be available, go  to  the Windows  Control
     Panel, Select  Fonts, locate the  font  "Transistor  Regular", and double
     click on the file. Press the  DONE key  to register  the font.  This font
     should now be available  in RadioCtl.  When the font size is changed, the
     sample box will change to reflect the new setting.

           FONT SIZE:
       The size of the Frequency, Step and Channel Fonts can  also be adjusted
     to  suit taste. Depending on the font  chosen, the size of  the  font may
     need to  be adjusted to allow the entire digit to display. Any size  from
     10 to 30 can be selected.

           DISPLAY UNUSED AUX:
       On  the VFO and MEMORY panels,  Aux values are  displayed. These values
     represent functions that may not be available based on the current radio.
     If this box is  NOT  checked,  functions  that  are not applicable to the
     current radio selected will NOT be displayed on these panels.

           FILE SAVE FORMAT:
       There are two  formats that frequency information can be saved in.  The
     long format logs  a  frequency  record that includes all keywords with no
     abbreviation.  When logged in  this manner,  each field is  aligned  with
     field above and below  it.  This  format is much  easier  for  reading or
     editing with a text based editor. However,  it  requires more disk  space
     than the short form. The long form is the program default.

        The short format abbreviates keywords and only logs  essential fields.
     This format conserves  disk space, but is harder to read or change with a
     text editor.

           LOAD FREQUENCY DBF ON START:
       Normally  when  the  program   starts,  the  DBF   file  that  contains
     information for service look-up  is loaded automatically. If this file is
     fairly large, it can take a bit of time to load. If you don't wish to use
     this file,  or  you want to load it  later (using  the FILE menu) you can
     uncheck this box.


         RADIO PARMS:
       The program provides  settings for up to  eight radios.  Each radio can
     be  setup  with different operation characteristics.  For the  most part,
     these parameters are  set  once  when  you  first  install  the  program.
     However, you may need to update these parameters if you connect different
     radios.  Except for  Name,  Baud rate and Com  port, the defaults for the
     particular radio types should only be changed if a non-standard  radio is
     being connected.

           RADIO NAME:
       This is the name that you give the radio. There are no restrictions  on
     the name, other than it is limited to 30 alpha-numeric  characters.  This
     name is used in the Radio Selection control on  the main panel. It is NOT
     required that each radio have a unique name, but  it  makes it easier for
     the user to select the right radio if they are.
 
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           COM PORT:
       This is the com port that your radio is attached to. The program allows
     you to select com 1 thru com 4.

           BAUD RATE:
       The  baud setting  for this  radio.  Most  radios  can be configured to
     accept baud  rates  from  1200  to  9600 baud. The  program will set  the
     default  baud  rate  when  a  new protocol is  selected.  If  your  radio
     requires a different baud rate, it can be changed with this control.

           DATA BITS:
       Most  of  the radios supported work with an 8 bit  data format. If  you
     have a radio that requires 7 bits, this can be changed.

           STOP BITS:
       Most of the radios supported use 2 stop bits. If needed, you can change
     this to 1 stop bit.

           FLOW CONTROL:
       Flow  Control  provides  the  ability to stop and start  communications
     based  on the  ability  of  the radio and computer to  accept data.  Flow
     control requires the use of  additional control  lines  (RTS/DTS).  These
     lines  are  used as  signals to indicate to the radio and the computer to
     start and stop sending information. When a new protocol is selected, this
     box will be set based on the radio type selected.

           MIN CHANNEL:
       This is the  first memory channel for the radio (0 or 1).

           MAX CHANNEL:
       This field defines the maximum memory channel in the radio.

           MIN FREQUENCY:
       This is the minimum frequency that the radio will accept.

           MAX FREQUENCY:
       This is the maximum frequency that the radio will accept.

           SIGNAL DETECT:
       There are three  ways  to detect a squelch  break. The first is using a
     spare  signal  on the RS-232 port. This signal  detection  is part of the
     modified interface, and  also provided with OPTO equipped radios. This is
     referred to as HARDWARE detection.

       The  second  detection method involves using a  command to the radio to
     detect squelch  break. This  is  referred to as SOFTWARE  detection. This
     method also uses a command to the radio to determine the signal strength.
     Not all radios can use software detection.

       The third method is a  combination of HARDWARE and SOFTWARE.  With this
     technique, the  signal line is  checked  for  squelch break, and a signal
     strength command  is issued  ONLY if the squelch  break  signal  has been
     detected. This method is the most efficient for  scanning speed. However,
     it can only be used with radios that have both available.

       Please note that to  make use of the HARDWARE, or HARDWARE and SOFTWARE
     detect methods, either the  modified interface or the OPTO interface must
     be present.

           PROTOCOL:
       This  field  defines the type of radio  (protocol). There are currently
     nine  types of radios supported. ICOM, KENWOOD,  AOR3000, AOR8000,  OPTO,
     DRAKE, BEARCAT,  TH-F6A and  LOCAL. Other  radios  may be  added  in  the
     future.  When this value is changed, all other  fields (except RADIO NAME
 
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     and COM PORT) are updated with values that RadioCtl believes are correct.

           MODEL:
       Some radios  have  small  variations on the command  set  based on  the
     model. For those  radios, the MODEL  field  will  be displayed.  Use this
     field  to  identify to RadioCtl the correct  model of radio that you  are
     using.


           ADDRESS:
       ICOM and OPTO radios require an address. For the R-7000, the address is
     normally 8. If you connect  a different ICOM or  OPTO  radio, or you have
     more than one ICOM radio connected, you can change this address to match.
     In  addition, the computer (RadioCtl)  must  also  have an  address. This
     usually defaults to 0, but can be changed.  These parameters will only be
     displayed for ICOM or OPTO radios.


           VFO CHANNEL: Some  radios (most notably the BEARCAT  series) do NOT
     have  a separate VFO. To make up for this, RadioCtl  will use  one of the
     radio's  memory channels as a "virtual"  VFO.  This  will  overwrite  the
     contents  of this channel whenever VFO  data  is sent  to the  radio. The
     default channel is 300, but can be set to any channel from 1 to 300.


           TIMEOUT:
       All  radios  require a delay between each packet sent.  In general this
     delay should  be between 60 and 90 milliseconds.  If you are seeing error
     messages that indicate overflow  or  bad  data from the radio, you should
     increase this  value.  Setting  this value too high  will  slow  down the
     maximum scanning speed. However,  setting this value  too  low will cause
     transmission errors.

           ENABLE EXTENDED COMMANDS:
       For certain radios an extended command set is provided.  These extended
     commands  provide  additional radio settings  (such  as Bandwidth,  CTCSS
     tones, etc.).  If  this switch is  visible, then the radio selected  will
     support these extended commands.  Note that  enabling  extended  commands
     will increase the amount of time scan  or  search  takes  per channel, as
     more information must be transferred.

         DEFAULT SETTINGS BY PROTOCOL:
        The following table  shows  what  defaults are  used  for the protocol
     selected:






















 
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                 TABLE 1-Protocol default settings
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     ³ parm       ³ LOCAL ³ ICOM ³ KENWOOD ³ AOR3000³ AOR8000 ³ OPTO ³
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     ³Baud Rate   ³ n/a   ³9600  ³ 4800    ³ 4800   ³ 9600    ³ 9600 ³
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     ³Data Bits   ³ n/a   ³8     ³ 8       ³ 8      ³ 8       ³ 8    ³
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     ³Stop Bits   ³ n/a   ³1     ³ 1       ³ 2      ³ 1       ³ 1    ³
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     ³Flow Cntrl  ³ n/a   ³Off   ³ On      ³ On     ³ Off     ³Off   ³
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     ³Min Channel ³ 0     ³1     ³ 0       ³ 0      ³ 0       ³ 1    ³
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     ³Max Channel ³ 999   ³99    ³ 99      ³399     ³ 999     ³ 99   ³
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     ³Min Freq    ³10hz   ³25mhz ³10hz     ³10hz    ³ 50hz    ³25mhz ³
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     ³Max Freq    ³1999mhz³999mhz³999mhz   ³2035mhz ³1899mhz  ³999mhz³
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     ³Signal Det  ³ n/a   ³Hardwr³Hardwr   ³Softwr  ³Softwr   ³Hardwr³
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     ³Radio Addr  ³ n/a   ³08    ³n/a      ³n/a     ³ n/a     ³ 08   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Comptr Addr ³ n/a   ³00    ³n/a      ³n/a     ³ n/a     ³ 00   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Timeout     ³ 90    ³90    ³90       ³90      ³ 90      ³ 90   ³
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     ³VFO Chan    ³ n/a   ³n/a   ³n/a      ³n/a     ³ n/a     ³ n/a  ³
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     ³Extended?   ³ n/a   ³Off   ³Off      ³n/a     ³ Off     ³ n/a  ³
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                TABLE 1- Protocol default settings (continued)
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     ³ parm       ³ DRAKE ³ THF6A³ BEARCAT ³ AOR5000³         ³      ³
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     ³Baud Rate   ³ 9600  ³9600  ³ 9600    ³ 9600   ³         ³      ³
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     ³Data Bits   ³ 8     ³8     ³ 8       ³ 8      ³         ³      ³
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     ³Stop Bits   ³ 1     ³1     ³ 1       ³ 2      ³         ³      ³
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     ³Flow Cntrl  ³ Off   ³On    ³ Off     ³ On     ³         ³      ³
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     ³Min Channel ³ 0     ³0     ³ 1       ³ 0      ³         ³      ³
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     ³Max Channel ³439    ³411   ³ 300     ³ 999    ³         ³      ³
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     ³Min Freq    ³10hz   ³10    ³ 29mhz   ³ 10hz   ³         ³      ³
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     ³Max Freq    ³29mhz  ³1999mz³ 955mhz  ³ 2035mhz³         ³      ³
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     ³Signal Det  ³Hardwr ³Softwr³Software ³Software³         ³      ³
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     ³Radio Addr  ³n/a    ³n/a   ³n/a      ³n/a     ³         ³      ³
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     ³Comptr Addr ³n/a    ³n/a   ³n/a      ³n/a     ³         ³      ³
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     ³Timeout     ³90     ³30    ³30       ³90      ³         ³      ³
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     ³Extended?   ³n/a    ³n/a   ³n/a      ³n/a     ³         ³      ³
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                                    VFO PANELS

       There are two identical VFO  displays. Each one shows the status of the
     affected VFO, and allows you to change the current settings. Whenever one
     VFO is active, the other  is considered to be in standby. This allows you
     to make multiple changes the inactive VFO, and then send those changes to
     the radio with one button press. Changes made to the  active VFO will  be
     sent immediately to the radio.

     VFO FREQUENCY:
       This  display  shows   the  current  frequency  of  the  program.  This
     frequency  may  or may not  reflect the state of the attached radio.  Any
     frequency  information sent to the radio is displayed.  The value of this
     display  can be changed  using the scroll  buttons to  the  left  of  the
     display or by using the mouse buttons when the mouse pointer  is over the
     digit displayed. Clicking the left  button  will increase a digit by one.
     Clicking the right button will decrease  a  digit by one.  Holding either
     button  for  about 1 second  will  cause the  action to repeat until  the
     button is released.  A frequency value can also be entered  in  the entry
     field  under  the  display. If  a value is entered,  changed  with  mouse
     buttons, or scrolled  with the VFO scroll bar for the ACTIVE VFO, the new
     value is sent to the radio.

     MODULATION:
       This  is a combination  display and selection box. It shows the current
     modulation  used by the program. This may or may not reflect the state of
     the radio. A  modulation can be set by pressing  the drop-down control on
     the right of the  box, and double-clicking on the  desired modulation. If
     the modulation on the ACTIVE VFO is changes, the corresponding modulation
     will be changed on the radio.
     NOTE:Some radios may  not support the modulation  selected. In that case,
     the appropriate modulation will be selected, and the display will  change
     to reflect this.

     VFO STEP VALUE:
        This  display  shows  the current step  value that will be  used  when
     incrementing  or  decrementing  the  VFO.  This  is  done  during  search
     operations, and when the UP/DN frequency buttons are pressed.  This value
     can be set by  entering  the desired step value in the entry field  below
     the Step digits. Alternately, left or right mouse  clicks can be  used to
     increment or decrement individual digits.  During  a  bank  search,  this
     field will be loaded from the selected bank.

     Note: The STEP  value displayed will most  likely  NOT  reflect any  STEP
     value set in the current radio.

     Note: Setting the step value to 0 will keep SEARCH from working.


     DIGIT SCROLLING:
       The VFO Step Value and VFO  frequency displays can be changed using the
     left  or right  mouse button to  increment or  decrement  the  digit. The
     mouse pointer selects the digit to change. The left button will increment
     that digit, while the right button will decrement.  If a digit is a 9, an
     increment sets the digit to 0.  Likewise, if  a digit is a 0, a decrement
     will  set  the digit to 9. Either mouse button can be held for continuous
     repeat of an increment/decrement.  This  allows quick changing of  any of
     the information in the display. Changes to the Frequency  display will be
     reflected to the attached radio.

     Note: Because the program will send  data  to the  radio when  a digit is
     scrolled, there may be a delay involved between each digit "click".




 
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     TRUNKED FREQ:
       If this  button is  selected, this frequency is identified as belonging
     to a trunked group of frequencies. The primary usage of this switch is to
     allow setting of the  TRUNK  switch in  radios such as the  BEARCAT  that
     support trunk  tracking.  This  switch  is  also  used for bypass  during
     scanning operations.

     VFO ACTIVE:
       The VFO Active indicator shows if  the VFO in question is the currently
     active VFO. If it is, the indicator will be Red, and will be indicated by
     "VFO Active". If the VFO is NOT active, the indicator will say "Make This
     VFO Active". If you click on this indicator for the inactive VFO, it will
     make  it the  active VFO.  This  operation is identical  to  the SWAP VFO
     button on the main panel.

     AUX CONTROLS:
       A  number  of  VFO  settings  are  enclosed  in a box identified as AUX
     CONTROLS. Depending on the protocol selected, and the DISPLAY  UNUSED AUX
     option setting, these controls may  or may not be visible. If the DISPLAY
     UNUSED AUX  option (set in the GLOBAL OPTIONS menu) is not selected, only
     those controls that are meaningful to the  radio  being used are visible.
     In addition, some controls will have different descriptions for different
     radios. Please see table 3 for a list of what controls  are available for
     what protocol.

       ATTENUATOR:
       Some radios have a built  in attenuator.  This can be  switched  on  to
     reduce  overload  from a strong signal. Pressing this switch will  toggle
     the  current attenuator setting  in the  radio. When in SCAN  mode,  this
     switch will  be set by the currently scanning memory channel's attenuator
     setting.

       NOTCH|TONE ENABLE:
       For certain radios, a notch filter is available. For these radios, this
     switch enables or disables the radio's notch  filter.  For  other radios,
     this  switch enables/disables  a descrambler tone.  If  supported by  the
     radio, a CTCSS  or descrambler  tone may be set using the  Tone drop-down
     box, and enabled by this switch. See Table  3 for a breakdown of how this
     switch is defined for each radio.

       AMSYNC|RECORDER:
       For certain radios, an AM synchronous detector is available.  For these
     radios, this switch enables or disables the radio's preamp function.  For
     the  BEARCAT  protocol, this  function enables  or disabled the  RECORDER
     function.

       PREAMP:
       For  certain radios,  a pre-amplifier is available.  For  these radios,
     this switch enables or disables the radio's preamp function.

       TONE|NOTCH FILTER VALUE:
       For  certain radios, a CTCSS  or  descrambler  tone  is available.  For
     these radios,  this dropdown  box selects the  tone value. When  the Tone
     switch  is  enabled,  the selected  Tone value will be sent to the radio.
     For other radios, this switch enables or disables a Notch filter.

       AGC:
       For  certain radios,  an  Automatic Gain Control is available For these
     radios, this dropdown box selects the AGC level.

       ANT:
       For certain radios, an antenna selection is available For these radios,
     this dropdown box selects the particular antenna.



 
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       NOISE BLANKER:
       For  certain  radios, a  noise blanker function  is available For these
     radios, this dropdown box selects the noise blanker function.

       BANDWIDTH:
       For  certain  radios, a bandwidth  function  is  available.  For  these
     radios, this dropdown box selects the bandwidth of the radio.

     Note: The Bandwidth control is kept in sync with the Modulation selection
     when the modulation type is FM.


       TONE 2:
       For certain radios,  a  second tone  function is available.  For  these
     radios, this  dropdown box selects the value of  that  tone.  The  switch
     below this control enables or disables this function.


















































 
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                               MEMORY CHANNEL PANEL

       RadioCtl  Memory  channels  contain information  for a  specific  radio
     setting.  Each channel contains information on  Frequency, Modulation and
     other parameters to be sent to (or received from) the radio. In addition,
     information  on signal  strength, number of squelch  breaks  and  service
     information is also displayed.

       Each program  channel displayed has several fields associated with  it.
     Some  of these fields are  entry fields that  information can be entered.
     Other fields  are  toggle switches that can be  turned  on and off.  Note
     that entry field  information  is  NOT accepted until ENTER is pressed, a
     TAB key is  pressed, a new entry field is selected with the mouse, or the
     channel display is changed with the scroll bars.

     CHANNEL NUMBER:
       This field  determines which  memory  channel  is  being  displayed  or
     changed.  The  memory  channel can  be  changed  by  direct  entry in the
     channel  field, or  using the scroll bars  to  the  left of  the  channel
     number.  If entering the channel number, keep in mind that the data  will
     NOT be finalized until you press ENTER or a TAB key.

     VALID:
       The VALID field determines whether or not SCAN  and SEARCH will use the
     frequency  currently  entered  into that  channel.  For  SCAN  mode,  the
     program will not scan the memory channel  if  VLD is OFF.  For the SEARCH
     operation,  a  frequency entered in a  memory  record that has  the VALID
     switch off will NOT cause the search to stop and log.
     When  a program  memory channel is transferred to the  current radio, the
     VALID  switch will be used  to set  or reset  any  channel lockout in the
     radio.

     DELAY:
       The  DELAY  field  is use during the  SCAN and  SEARCH  operations.  If
     delay is set  ON, scanning will  continue DELAY seconds  after the signal
     ends on that channel.  If  delay  is set OFF, then scanning will continue
     immediately after the signal ends.  The  DELAY time value can be  set  on
     the PARMS panel.
     When a  program  memory channel is transferred to the  current radio, the
     DELAY switch will be used to set or reset any channel delay switch in the
     radio. Note that not all radios have this feature.

     TRUNKED FREQ:
       A memory channel can be identified as a trunked channel. This is useful
     for  being able to store frequencies  in the radio  from the program, but
     having  the ability to exclude them from RadioCtl scans.  In addition, if
     the radio supports it, this switch will be set in the radio when a memory
     channel is transferred to that radio.

     RSM:
       The RSM  field  selects the  resume function  for the individual memory
     channel. If this  switch  is on, and a signal is detected for this memory
     channel in SEARCH or SCAN mode, SEARCH or SCAN will continue after a  set
     number of  second if the signal has not gone away. This works the same as
     the global RESUME switch except that it only affects the single channel.

     FREQUENCY:
       The FREQUENCY field is used to record or set the current memory channel
     frequency.  Frequency information is entered in Mhz.

     MODE:
       The  MODE  field  represents  the  modulation being used for a specific
     frequency.  This  field  is  a  drop  down selection  box.  To  select  a
     modulation, click  on the button to the right of the box. Double click on
     the desired  modulation.  Note  that not all modulations will be accepted
     by your particular radio.
 
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     COUNT:
       This  field displays  the number of times a signal  was detected  on  a
     specific channel. This field cannot be edited.  However, left-clicking on
     this field with the mouse cursor will reset the field to 0.

     TIME:
       This field  displays the  average number  of seconds that a  signal was
     detected on a specific  channel. This  field cannot be  edited.  However,
     left-clicking on this field with the mouse cursor will reset the field to
     0.

     SIGNAL:
       The signal strength of the last  recorded signal is reported here. This
     field cannot  be edited.  However,  left-clicking on this field with  the
     mouse cursor will reset the field to 0.

     TIME STAMP:
       When ever a squelch break occurs for this channel, the  time  stamp  is
     updated with  the time and date of  the occurrence.  This field cannot be
     edited.  However,  left-clicking on this field with the mouse cursor will
     reset the field to 0.

     SERVICE:
       This  field is used to record the service for a specific channel.  This
     is  a  scratch  pad  location to  record  information  about  a  specific
     frequency.  If the squelch breaks on this channel  during  SCAN or SEARCH
     mode, the program  will attempt  to  lookup the service for the frequency
     entered. If the frequency is found in the current frequency database, and
     the SERVICE field is blank, then  it will be filled in  with the  service
     found in the database.

     AUX CONTROLS:
       A number of Memory settings  are enclosed in  a box  identified  as AUX
     CONTROLS. Depending on the protocol  selected, and the DISPLAY UNUSED AUX
     option setting,  these controls may or may not be visible. If the DISPLAY
     UNUSED AUX option (set in the GLOBAL OPTIONS menu) is not  selected, only
     those controls that are meaningful to  the  radio being used are visible.
     In addition, some controls will have different descriptions for different
     radios. Please see table 3  for a list of what controls are available for
     what protocol.

       ATTENUATOR:
       Some  radios  have  a built in attenuator. This  can  be switched on to
     reduce overload from a  strong signal. Clicking this  switch will set  or
     reset the attenuator setting when  the program memory channel is sent  to
     the radio.

       NOTCH|TONE ENABLE:
       For certain radios, a notch filter is available. For these radios, this
     switch  enables or  disables  the  radio's notch filter when this  memory
     channel  is  sent  to   the  radio.  For   other   radios,  this   switch
     enables/disables  a  descrambler tone.  This  switch  may  also enable or
     disable the CTCSS tone function.  If supported by  the  radio, a CTCSS or
     descrambler tone may be set using the Tone drop-down box, and enabled  by
     this switch.  See Table 3 for  a breakdown  of how this switch is defined
     for each radio.

       AMSYNC:
       For certain radios, an AM synchronous detector is available.  For these
     radios, this switch  enables or disables the radio's preamp function when
     the  program  memory  channel  is  sent to the  radio.  For  the  BEARCAT
     protocol, this function enables or disabled the RECORDER function.



 
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       PREAMP:
       For certain  radios, a  pre-amplifier is available.  For  these radios,
     this switch  enables  or disables the radio's preamp  function  when  the
     program memory channel is sent to the radio.

       NOTCH|TONE  VALUE:
       For  certain  radios,  a  CTCSS or descrambler tone  is available.  For
     these  radios,  this  dropdown box  selects  the  tone  value.  When  the
     Notch|Tone switch is  enabled,  the selected Tone value will be sent when
     the program memory channel is sent to the radio.

       AGC:
       For  certain radios, an Automatic Gain Control  is  available For these
     radios,  this  dropdown  box  selects the AGC  level  to be  set when the
     program memory channel is sent to the radio.

       ANT:
       For certain radios, an antenna selection is available For these radios,
     this dropdown box selects the particular antenna to use  when the program
     memory channel is sent to the radio.

       NOISE BLANKER:
       For  certain radios, a noise  blanker function is  available  For these
     radios, this dropdown  box selects the noise blanker function to use when
     the program memory channel is sent to the radio.

       BANDWIDTH:
       For  certain  radios, a bandwidth  function  is  available.  For  these
     radios, this dropdown box selects the bandwidth of the radio.

     Note: The Bandwidth control is kept in sync with the Modulation selection
     when the modulation type is FM.


       TONE 2:
       For certain radios, a second  tone  function  is available.  For  these
     radios, this  dropdown  box  selects the  value of that tone.  The switch
     below this control enables or disables this function.


     MENU:
       Several menu operations are available for manipulating memory channels.
     These operations are selected by clicking on the Menu option, or pressing
     the underlined menu letter.

       DATABASE MENU:
       The Database menu allows  you  to  manipulate  various aspects  of  the
     memory channels. A sort of  memory channel by frequency can be  done from
     this  panel. With a sorted frequency  list,  the  radio being  controlled
     requires  less settling  time  for each frequency  change,  allowing  for
     faster signal detection.

       The Service  lookup will  update  all Service  fields  for  any  memory
     channel with a  non-zero frequency.  The service  information is obtained
     from the current DBASE file.

       The  Clear option allows you to clear all memory  channels, all service
     fields from all memory channels,  or all count, time and signal logs from
     all memory channels.

       EDIT MENU:
       Selecting the Edit  menu item will display  the  Move/Copy/Swap  panel.
     This panel is used to manipulate a block of memory channels at a time.

       The COPY operation  will  copy a source block of  channels  to  another
     location.  The MOVE operation  is the same as copy except that the source
 
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     channels are cleared.  SWAP will exchange two blocks of channels.

       For each operation, a starting and stopping channel is required for the
     source block, and a starting channel is required for the destination. The
     source  and destination blocks  can overlap.  If  the  number  of  source
     channels specified would cause  the  destination  to exceed the number of
     available channels, then  the  program  will adjust the source block such
     that  the  operation  will  end when reaching  the  last available memory
     channel.

























































 
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                                 SCAN BANKS PANEL

       Scan Bank entry  allows  you to  define banks of channels for scanning.
     RADIOCTL allows you to assign any  range of channels to various banks. Up
     to 100 banks (0-99) can be assigned. Banks can overlap, and can be turned
     on or off  selectively. In  order for SCAN mode to recognize  banks,  the
     Banks On switch must be  active.  The  bank displayed  has several fields
     associated with it.

     CHANNEL NUMBER:
       This is the first field on  the display. It determines which  scan bank
     is being displayed or changed.  The range for this channel number is 0 to
     99.  The Channel number can be changed  by  direct entry  in  the channel
     field, or using the scroll bars  to the left of  the  channel number.  If
     entering  the  channel  number,  keep  in  mind that the data will NOT be
     entered unless you press ENTER or a TAB key.

     VALID:
       The VALID  field  determines whether  or  not SCAN  will use this bank.
     Scanning banks without the VALID switch will be ignored at all times.

     START:
       START  identifies the first  memory channel to start  scanning with for
     the given bank. When  this bank is active, START will be the first memory
     channel  scanned  if  the  memory channel's  VALID switch is set.  If the
     memory channel's VALID switch  is NOT set, then the first  memory channel
     to be scanned  will  be  the next sequential  memory channel with a VALID
     switch.

     STOP:
       STOP  identifies  the  last memory channel  to scan when  the  bank  is
     active.  After  this memory  channel is  scanned, scanning  will continue
     with the memory channel specified by the  START value of the  next  valid
     SCAN bank.

       If the STOP channel is set lower than the START channel, the SCAN  will
     decrement channel numbers. If STOP is greater than START, channel numbers
     will increment. If STOP and START are equal, the single channel number in
     START and END will be scanned.

     SERVICE:
       This field is provided to enter comments about a given bank.  It is not
     used or modified by any program function.

     MENU:
       Several menu operations are available for manipulating memory channels.
     These operations are selected by clicking on the Menu option, or pressing
     the underlined menu letter.

       DATABASE MENU:
       The  Database menu allows you  to clear a single scan bank or  all scan
     banks.

       EDIT MENU:
       Selecting  the  Edit menu  item will  display the Move/Copy/Swap panel.
     This panel is used to manipulate a block of scan channels at a time.

       The COPY operation  will copy a source  block  of  channels to  another
     location.  The  MOVE operation is the same as copy except that the source
     channels are cleared.  SWAP will exchange two blocks of banks.

       For  each  operation, a starting and stopping channel  required for the
     source block, and a starting channel is required for the destination. The
     source and destination  blocks can  overlap.  If  the  number  of  source
     channels  specified would cause the destination to exceed  the  number of
     available  channels, then the program  will adjust the  source block such
 
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     that the  operation will  end  when  reaching  the  last  available  scan
     channel.
































































 
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                                SEARCH BANKS PANEL

       The  search  bank  panel allows you  to  define  banks of channels  for
     searching.  RADIOCTL allows you to assign any range of frequencies, along
     with a  modulation and step  value for searching.  Up to 100 search banks
     (0-99) can be defined.  In order for SEARCH  mode to recognize banks, the
     Banks On Global switch must be active.

       When  searching, the program  will start with  the first search channel
     marked as valid, set the  radio VFO  to the frequency in the  START field
     and the  modulation  in  the MODE  field,  and check for a signal. If  no
     signal is detected, the program will increment or decrement the frequency
     by  the  amount  in  the  INC  field,  and repeat  the  process. When the
     frequency in  the STOP field is reached, the program will select the next
     valid search bank and repeat the process. When all  valid search channels
     have been processed,  the program returns  to the first search bank.  For
     more details on the  SEARCH operation, see the description  of the SEARCH
     mode.

     CHANNEL NUMBER:
       The CHANNEL number determines which search bank  is being displayed  or
     changed.  The  range  for  this channel number  is  0 to 99.  The Channel
     number can  be changed by direct entry in the channel field, or using the
     scroll bars to the left of the channel number.  If  entering  the channel
     number, keep in mind that the data  will NOT be accepted unless you press
     ENTER or a TAB key.

     VALID:
       The  VALID field  determines whether or not SEARCH  will use this bank.
     Search banks without the VALID switch will be ignored at all times.


     START:
       START  identifies the  first  frequency  to set for the search.  Please
     note that the  program does NOT check the range of  this value. If  it is
     outside the range of the radio, the radio may  ignore the setting.

     STOP:
       STOP identifies the last frequency to  set for the search.  The  search
     bank ends  when  the VFO frequency  reaches the Stop value.  If the  Stop
     value is less than the Start value, the frequency  is decremented. If the
     Stop value is greater than the Start value, the frequency is incremented.
     Please note that  the program does NOT check the  range of this value. If
     it is outside the range of the radio, the radio may  ignore the setting.

     INCR:
       INCR determines the steps for the given search bank. The  Incr value is
     added to (or subtracted from) the VFO frequency for each step. If an Incr
     value of 0 is entered, the SEARCH mode will automatically reset the VALID
     switch for that bank.

     MODE:
       The  MODE  field  represents  the modulation being  used for the search
     range. The radio will be set to  this modulation  at the beginning of the
     search range.  This  field  is  a drop  down selection  box. To select  a
     modulation,  click on the button to the right of the box. Double click on
     the desired modulation.  Note  that not all modulations will  be accepted
     by your particular radio.

     SERVICE:
       This field is provided to enter comments about a given bank.  It is not
     used or modified by any program function.




 
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     MENU:
       Several  menu  operations  are  available for manipulating  search bank
     channels.  These  operations are selected by clicking on the Menu option,
     or pressing the underlined menu letter.

       DATABASE MENU:
       The  Database  menu  allows  you  to clear a  single search bank or all
     search banks.

       EDIT MENU:
       Selecting  the Edit  menu  item will display  the Move/Copy/Swap panel.
     This panel is used to manipulate a block of search channels at a time.

       The  COPY  operation will  copy a source block  of channels to  another
     location.  The MOVE operation is the same as copy  except that the source
     channels are cleared.  SWAP will exchange two blocks of banks.

       For  each operation, a starting and  stopping channel  is  required for
     the source block, and a starting channel is required for the destination.
     The source and destination blocks can overlap.  If the number  of  source
     channels specified would cause the destination to  exceed the  number  of
     available  channels,  then the program will  adjust the source block such
     that the operation will  end  when  reaching the  last  available  search
     channel.










































 
     Search Banks Panel  <Radio Control Program for Windows>           Page 35


                                   MESSAGE PANEL

       The Message Panel displays messages from the program. This may be error
     messages, or  normal operation messages.  The time and date  are included
     with all messages as an  indication of when the error occurred. Up  to 10
     messages at a time are displayed. The most recent message is displayed in
     red at the top of the panel

       If  the LOG TO FILE Global switch is  set, all messages that appear  on
     the Message Panel are also logged to the Log file.
























































 
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                                  SPECTRUM PANEL

       The spectrum  display shows a graph of  frequency vs. signal  strength.
     An active channel will be shown as a red  line (if the  graph is  in  the
     range  of the active  frequency). Frequencies representing past  activity
     will be displayed in green.

       In  the  lower  left  hand  corner,  the  starting  frequency  will  be
     displayed.  The ending frequency of the spectrum will be displayed in the
     lower right  hand corner of the  display.  The  center  frequency  of the
     spectrum  is changed by moving the horizontal  scroll  bar.  The  minimum
     start frequency is 0 mhz and the maximum stop frequency is 9999.9mhz. The
     horz  step  increment is  determined  by  the  spectrum  resolution.  The
     resolution is changed by moving the vertical scroll  bar. Resolution goes
     from 100khz per pixel to 1khz per pixel in 1khz steps.

       Tic marks are displayed for reference. Tic marks are displayed every 10
     mhz when the resolution  is above 10khz/pixel.  When  the  resolution  is
     10khz or below, the tic marks are displayed every 1mhz.















































 
     Spectrum Panel   <Radio Control Program for Windows>              Page 37


                       INFORMATION UNIQUE FOR VARIOUS RADIOS


       Every  radio supported is unique in the way  it operates.  The RadioCtl
     program  has attempted  to  standardize  the  way  that  all  radios  are
     controlled. However,  it  is not  always  possible  to  make  every radio
     perform  the same  way. The following  information is provided to explain
     and identify some of the differences.

     ICOM:
        Several ICOM models have variations on the command set.  As  a result,
     you will need to select  the  particular  model (in the PARMS  panel) for
     proper operation.

     KENWOOD:

     OPTO:
        OPTO radios do  NOT  have memory channels. Therefore all the  features
     relating to storing and recalling memory from the radio do not work.


     AOR3000A:
       The  AOR3000a does  not  have the ability to clear memory channels from
     the computer. If a  0 frequency is encountered during any operation,  the
     information will NOT be sent to the radio.

     AOR5000:
        FM  and  FMw   modulation  provide  the   same  modulation  when  set.
     Narrow/Wide modulation is provided by the setting of the BandWidth.

     AOR8000:
       The AOR8000 is  organized  into  20 banks of 50 channels.  Each bank is
     identified as a  lower or upper case letter. RADIOCTL maps these channels
     as follows:

            TABLE 2- AOR to RadioCtl mapping
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     ³A00-A49  ³ 000 - 049        ³    a00-a49  ³ 050 - 099   ³
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     ³B00-B49  ³ 100 - 149        ³    b00-b49  ³ 150 - 199   ³
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     ³C00-C49  ³ 200 - 249        ³    c00-c49  ³ 250 - 299   ³
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     ³D00-D49  ³ 300 - 349        ³    d00-d49  ³ 350 - 399   ³
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     ³E00-E49  ³ 400 - 449        ³    e00-e49  ³ 450 - 499   ³
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     ³F00-F49  ³ 500 - 549        ³    f00-f49  ³ 550 - 599   ³
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     ³G00-G49  ³ 600 - 649        ³    g00-g49  ³ 650 - 699   ³
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     ³H00-H49  ³ 700 - 749        ³    h00-h49  ³ 750 - 799   ³
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     ³I00-I49  ³ 800 - 849        ³    i00-i49  ³ 850 - 899   ³
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     ³J00-J49  ³ 900 - 849        ³    j00-j49  ³ 950 - 999   ³
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     The AOR8000 provides  for the  installation  of  a  decoder for scrambled
     communications. If this decoder is installed, the TONE ENABLE switch will
     turn the  decoder on and off.  The TONE select drop-down  box allows  the
     selection of a decoding tone.
 
     Radio Specific Info  <Radio Control Program for Windows>          Page 38



     BEARCAT:
        Because the BEARCAT  does NOT have a VFO, RadioCtl makes use of one of
     the radio's  memory channels to function as a VFO. The default channel is
     300, but is changeable.
        BEARCAT  radios  do  NOT have the  ability  to change modulation.  The
     modulation within the radio is selected based on the frequency range, and
     is not user selectable.
     RadioCtl currently cannot setup  Trunk banks. Future releases may include
     this support. However, memory  channels CAN be identified as belonging to
     a trunked frequency  set. Once these frequencies have been written to the
     radio, all that is  required is to select  the  trunk  system type (using
     TRUNK key on the  radio).  The  RadioCtl  program reduces the  amount  of
     manual data entry for a trunked system.

     FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE FOR EACH RADIO:
        The following table shows what functions are available for each of the
     protocols

             TABLE 3 - Functions available by radio
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     ³ function   ³ LOCAL ³ ICOM ³ KENWOOD ³ AOR3000³ AOR8000 ³ OPTO ³
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     ³Tone|Notch  ³ Tone  ³ No   ³ Notch   ³ No     ³ Tone    ³ Tone ³
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     ³AM Sync     ³ Yes   ³ No   ³ No      ³ No     ³ No      ³ No   ³
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     ³Preamp      ³ Yes   ³ No   ³ No      ³ No     ³ No      ³ No   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Attenuator  ³ Yes   ³ Yes  ³ Yes     ³ No     ³ Yes     ³ Yes  ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Tone        ³ Yes   ³ No   ³ No      ³ No     ³ Yes     ³ Yes  ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³AGC         ³ Yes   ³ Yes  ³ Yes     ³ No     ³ No      ³ No   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Antenna     ³ Yes   ³ Yes  ³ Yes     ³ No     ³ No      ³ No   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³NoiseBlank  ³ Yes   ³ No   ³ No      ³ No     ³ No      ³ No   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Bandwidth   ³ Yes   ³ Yes  ³ No      ³ No     ³ No      ³ No   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Tone 2      ³ Yes   ³ No   ³ No      ³ No     ³ No      ³ No   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Trunked Freq³ Yes   ³ No   ³ No      ³ No     ³ NO      ³ No   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Light on Sig³ Yes   ³ Yes  ³ Yes     ³ Yes    ³ Yes     ³ Yes  ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³            ³       ³      ³         ³        ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³            ³       ³      ³         ³        ³         ³      ³
     ÀÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ















 
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             TABLE 3 - Functions available by radio (continued)
     ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿
     ³ function   ³ DRAKE ³ THF6A³ BEARCAT ³ AOR5000³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Tone|Notch  ³ Notch ³ TONE ³ CTCSS   ³ Tone   ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³AM Sync     ³ Yes   ³ No   ³ Recorder³Recorder³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Preamp      ³ Yes   ³ No   ³ No      ³ No     ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Attenuator  ³ Yes   ³ Yes  ³ Yes*    ³ Yes    ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Tone        ³ No    ³ Yes  ³ Yes     ³ Yes    ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³AGC         ³ Yes   ³ No   ³ No      ³ No     ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Antenna     ³ Yes   ³ No   ³ No      ³ No     ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³NoiseBlank  ³ Yes   ³ No   ³ No      ³ No     ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Bandwidth   ³ Yes   ³ No   ³ No      ³ No     ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Tone 2      ³ No    ³ CTCSS³ No      ³ No     ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Trunked Freq³ No    ³ No   ³ Yes*    ³ No     ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³Light On Sig³ Yes   ³ Yes  ³ Yes*    ³ Yes    ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³            ³       ³      ³         ³        ³         ³      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³            ³       ³      ³         ³        ³         ³      ³
     ÀÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ

   *model dependent
































 
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                                   SPECIAL KEYS


     ENTER:
       The ENTER key  finalizes  input  to the program. For data entry fields,
     the information  is  stored into the computer's memory,  and  the  cursor
     advances to the next field.



     TAB KEYS:
       The tab keys  will  move the cursor  to the next  field.  A  forward or
     reverse tab key will complete data entry of the current field.





















































 
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                                 DATA FILE FORMATS

       There are several files that this program makes use of. These files are
     used to store and retrieve data used by the program.

     LOGFILE FORMAT:
        When LOGGING  is enabled,  certain transactions  are logged to a file.
     The name of this file is  set  by the user. The initial  setting for this
     filename is RADIOCTL.LOG.

     For a given transaction, the following information is logged:

     *   Timestamp- The Date and Time of the transaction.

     *   The scanning mode (SCAN/SEARCH/MANUAL).

     *   The VFO frequency.

     *   The VFO modulation.

     *   The current memory channel.

     *   The signal strength at the time of transaction.

     *   The length of the transaction.

     *   The service information for the current memory channel.



     FREQLIST.DBF:
       This is a standard DBASE  III+ type data file. It  contains frequencies
     and allocations for the radio spectrum. There are three fields  that  are
     used by this program.

       field name     allocation       description
       -----------------------------------------------------------
       FREQUENCY      decimal 10.5     holds the frequency in Mhz
       DESCRIPT       character 50     usage of the frequency
       ACTION         logical          flags the frequency in use

       If  the ACTION field is not  present, the program will use the DESCRIPT
     field to  determine  ACTION. A  blank DESCRIPT field signals  an inactive
     channel.

       The length of the DESCRIPT field  can be  changed, if so desired.  This
     program only uses the first 80 chars of this field.

       Any other fields  can  be  added  or  deleted from  this  file  without
     affecting the operation of the program.  However, if either the FREQUENCY
     or DESCRIPT field is not present in the database, the DBASE function will
     not operate.

     DATA FILE FORMAT:
       The SAVE  command  creates a file  with the current settings  of memory
     channels,  and  various  scan  parameters.  The file created  is an ASCII
     readable file. Each record is terminated by  a CR/LF sequence. One record
     represents one frequency  channel, one scan bank channel, one search bank
     channel, one command, or a  comment.  Which type  if record is determined
     by the first non-blank character on the line.  The following table  shows
     the identifier for the various types of records:





 
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                  TABLE 4- Record IDs
                ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿
                ³ identifier   ³  type of record             ³
                ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
                ³ number       ³ frequency channel info      ³
                ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
                ³ @            ³ scan bank information       ³
                ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
                ³ #            ³ search bank information     ³
                ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
                ³ keyword      ³ command to program          ³
                ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
                ³ *            ³ comment                     ³
                ÀÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ



     Each  record contains one  or more fields delimited  by blanks.  The file
     can be altered (or created) using  any standard text editor.  The maximum
     record  length that the program  can handle  is 200  characters.  If  the
     comment record  flag is detected, all  information following  the '*'  is
     ignored on  that line.  When  the  program reads the  file,  any  missing
     required  parameter, parameter range error, or unrecognized keyword  will
     terminate the file read at that line.










































 
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      The format for a frequency channel entry is as follows:

            TABLE 5- Frequency Channel Entry Format
     ÚÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿
     ³field³ name      ³ value range    ³ description                ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   1 ³ CHANNEL   ³ 0-9999         ³channel number to set       ³
     ³     ³           ³                ³ required-positional        ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   2 ³ FREQUENCY ³ 0-999.9999     ³frequency in Mhz            ³
     ³     ³           ³                ³ required-positional        ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   3 ³ MODE      ³ 3 chars        ³valid modulation for radio  ³
     ³     ³           ³                ³ required-positional        ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ COUNT     ³ 0-999999       ³count of squelch breaks     ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ DURATION  ³ 0-999999       ³total duration of squelch   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ SIGNAL    ³ Sxx            ³Signal strength value (xx)  ³
     ³     ³           ³ xx=00 to 15    ³ optional                   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ VALID     ³ VALID/NOTVALID ³indicator of channel valid  ³
     ³     ³           ³ VLD            ³                            ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ ATTEN     ³ ANTEN/NOANTEN  ³indicator of attenuation    ³
     ³     ³           ³ ATT            ³                            ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ RESUME    ³ RESUME/NORESUME³indicator of resume         ³
     ³     ³           ³ RSM            ³                            ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ TSTAMP    ³ TSTAMP/TS value³squelch break time stamp    ³
     ³     ³           ³ TSTAMP/TS 0    ³time value is UNIX time     ³
     ³     ³           ³                ³(number of seconds since    ³
     ³     ³           ³                ³ 1970) 0 = no stamp.        ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ TONE      ³ PL 0 0 0       ³Tone values. All three      ³
     ³     ³           ³                ³numbers must be specified   ³
     ³     ³           ³                ³and between 0 and 15.       ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ AGC       ³ AGCO/AGCS/AGCF ³AGC OFF/SLOW/FAST           ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ BNDWDTH   ³ BW0/BW1/BW2/   ³Bandwidth 0-6               ³
     ³     ³           ³ BW3/BW4/BW5/BW6³ see BANDWIDTH table        ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ NOISE     ³ NBO/NBN/NBW    ³Noise Blanking OFF/NAR/WIDE ³
     ³     ³ BLANKING  ³                ³                            ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ NOTCH     ³ NTCH           ³Notch filter on (default    ³
     ³     ³           ³                ³ is off)                    ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ PREAMP    ³ PAMP           ³Preamp on (default is off)  ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ SYNC      ³ SYNC           ³SyncDet on (default is off) ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ TRUNK     ³ TR             ³Frequency is Trunked        ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ ANTENNA   ³ A1/A2/AV       ³Antenna 1/2/VHF             ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ DELAY     ³ DELAY/NODELAY  ³indicator of channel delay  ³
     ³     ³           ³ DLY            ³                            ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   * ³ SERVICE   ³ 80 chars       ³service for channel         ³
     ÀÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ
  *optional fields

 
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       The first three fields  MUST  be  specified and be in the proper order.
     Optional fields do  NOT  have  to  be  specified.  However, the following
     positional restrictions apply:,

     *   If  COUNT  is  specified, it  MUST  follow  the MODE  field.  If  not
         specified, the COUNT value for the channel is set to 0.

     *   If DURATION is specified, COUNT must also be  specified, and DURATION
         must follow the COUNT.  If  not specified, the DURATION value for the
         channel is set to 0.

     *   Duration value MUST  be specified if any of the  following fields are
         specified:
           SIGNAL, VALID, ANTEN, RESUME,  TSTAMP,  TONE, DELAY, SERVICE.  AGC,
         PREAMP, BANDWIDTH,NOISE BLANKING, NOTCH TRUNK or SYNC.

     *   If  SIGNAL  value is not specified, then SIGNAL value for the channel
         is set to 0.

     *   If VALID  is not specified, the channel will be marked VALID.

     *   If  ANTEN, RESUME  or DELAY is not specified, the respective switches
         will be reset for the channel.

     *   If DELAY is specified, it MUST precede the service field.

     *   If  SERVICE  is  specified,   DELAY  must  also  be  specified.   All
         characters (up to 80) following the DELAY value and  up to the end of
         the line (CR/LF)  are taken  as a SERVICE string. Leading  blanks and
         any special ASCII characters are removed.


       BANDWIDTH keyword  sets  a  numeric  index. If the  radio  allows for a
     bandwidth setting, the index will be  used as per the table below. If the
     radio does not support BANDWIDTH, then the value is ignored.

     TABLE 6- Bandwidth settings
     ÚÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿
     ³index³ DRAKE-R8  ³ AOR500         ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   0 ³  0.5khz   ³ 0.5khz         ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   1 ³  1.8khz   ³ 1.3khz         ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   2 ³  2.3khz   ³ 6khz           ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   3 ³  4.0khz   ³ 15khz          ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   4 ³  6.0khz   ³ 30khz          ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   5 ³  6.0khz   ³ 110khz         ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   6 ³  6.0khz   ³ 220khz         ³
     ÀÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ



       The TONE (PL) field is provided for future enhancement. At present, the
     AOR8000 uses  the first number  as a  tone number for decoding  scrambled
     communications. The other two numbers are not  currently used, but should
     be set to 0 for future compatibility.




 
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      The format for a scan bank entry is as follows:

      TABLE 7 - Scan Bank record format
     ÚÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿
     ³field³  name     ³ value range    ³ description                ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   1 ³ BANKID    ³ @              ³@ identifies a scan bank    ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   2 ³ BANK      ³ 1-100          ³bank number                 ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   3 ³ START     ³ 0- MAX         ³starting channel for bank   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   4 ³ END       ³ 0- MAX         ³ending   channel for bank   ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   5*³ SCAN      ³ SCAN/NOSCAN    ³valid bank                  ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   6*³ DESCRIPT  ³ 80 chars       ³description of bank         ³
     ÀÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ

  *optional fields




       If NOSCAN is not specified, the bank is marked as valid.







































 
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      The format for a search bank entry is as follows:

       TABLE 8 - Search Bank record format
     ÚÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿
     ³field³  name     ³ value range    ³ description                ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   1 ³ BANKID    ³ #              ³@ identifies a search bank  ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   2 ³ BANK      ³ 1-100          ³bank number                 ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   3 ³ START     ³ 0- 9999.99999  ³starting frequency for bank ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   4 ³ END       ³ 0- 9999.99999  ³ending   frequency for bank ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   5 ³ INC       ³ 0- 9999.99999  ³frequency increment         ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   5 ³ MODE      ³AM,FM,FMN,etc.  ³modulation for bank         ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   5*³ SEARCH    ³ SEARCH/NOSEARCH³valid bank                  ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³   6*³ DESCRIPT  ³ 80 chars       ³description of bank         ³
     ÀÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ

  *optional fields



       If NOSEARCH is not specified, the bank is marked as valid.





































 
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       Certain commands can  be  entered in a text  file for execution.  These
     commands provide the ability to execute certain operations automatically,
     without having to select them from the various panel controls.



      TABLE 9 - Recognized Commands in Frequency File
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     ³command         ³ option(s)      ³ description                ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³BANK            ³ ON|OFF         ³BANK mode on or off.        ³
     ³                ³                ³Equivalent to pressing BANK ³
     ³                ³                ³switch.                     ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³CHAIN           ³ filespec       ³start reading another text  ³
     ³                ³                ³file. Maximum CHAIN depth   ³
     ³                ³                ³is 3 files.                 ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³CHANNEL         ³ 0 to 9999      ³set channel number.         ³
     ³                ³                ³Equivalent to setting       ³
     ³                ³                ³CHANNEL display value.      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³CLEAR           ³    -           ³Clear all memory channels   ³
     ³                ³    ALL         ³Clear all memory channels   ³
     ³                ³    COUNTS      ³Clear all squelch counts    ³
     ³                ³    SERVICE     ³Clear all service strings   ³
     ³                ³    SIGNAL      ³Clear all strength readings ³
     ³                ³    TIME        ³Clear all squelch times     ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³DBNAME          ³ filespec       ³change DBASE filename for   ³
     ³                ³                ³service lookups.            ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³DELAY           ³    xxxx        ³Set DELAY value to xxxx.    ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³F               ³  frequency     ³Set VFO frequency           ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³HALT            ³     -          ³Force MANUAL mode           ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³LOAD            ³     -          ³load memory from radio      ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³M               ³   modulation   ³set VFO modulation          ³
     ÀÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ























 
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      TABLE 9 - Recognized Commands in Frequency File (continued)
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     ³MANUAL          ³     -          ³Force MANUAL mode           ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³MEMORY          ³     -          ³use radio's memory          ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³PDELAY          ³   0 to 9999    ³set priority interval       ³
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     ³QUIT            ³     -          ³exit RADIOCTL               ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³PRIORITY        ³     ON         ³set priority switch on      ³
     ³                ³     OFF        ³set priority switch off     ³
     ³                ³   0 to 999     ³set priority channel        ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³RESUME          ³     ON         ³set resume   switch on      ³
     ³                ³     OFF        ³set resume   switch off     ³
     ³                ³   0 to 9999    ³set resume  interval        ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³SCAN            ³     -          ³Start SCAN mode             ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³SEARCH          ³     -          ³Start SEARCH mode           ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³SORT            ³     -          ³Sort memory channels        ³
     ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´
     ³VFO             ³     -          ³use computer's memory       ³
     ÀÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ




     Note:Certain commands are processed on a deferred basis. In other  words,
     they are not processed until the entire file (and  any chained files) are
     read. Because of this, only one  of these commands (the last one read in)
     will  be  processed. As a result,  only one of these  commands  should be
     present in the file. The commands are:

      CHANNEL, F, HALT, LOAD, M, MANUAL, SCAN, and SEARCH.

      The F and M commands CAN co-exist in the same file.



     Any record that is not recognized as a Frequency, Scan bank, Search bank,
     command or comment will be ignored.




















 
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                                  RS232 INTERFACE


       This program is  designed to use the serial communications port (RS232)
     of  the  IBM  computer. In  order to interface a radio to  this port,  an
     interface adapter is needed designed for the specific  radio.  Each radio
     manufacturer  makes  such  an  adapter.  However, none  of  the  adapters
     supplied  from the  manufacturer provide for squelch  detection.  Without
     this detection, the  signal  sensing functions of this  program  will not
     work.

       For  some  of  the radios supported, a  circuit  and  instructions  are
     available.  This circuit  provides the  squelch detection  needed by this
     program.  The interface  circuits  are  easy to build,  and  require  few
     parts.  All of  the parts can be  obtained  cheaply  at  any  electronics
     supply  store.  The  schematics  and  instructions  are provided  to  all
     registered users.

















































 
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                             PROGRAM LIMITS AND RANGES


       MEMORY REQUIRED:       4 meg (Windows Minimum). 8 Meg+ suggested
       PROCESSOR REQUIRED:    80386 or Higher
       WINDOWS LEVEL REQUIRED:Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows NT

       MAXIMUM MEMORY CHANNELS    1000
       MAXIMUM SCAN BANKS          100
       MAXIMUM SEARCH BANKS        100
       FREQUENCY RANGE           .01khz to 9999.99999mhz*
       MINIMUM FREQUENCY STEP     10hz*
       MAXIMUM FREQUENCY STEP     9999.99999mhz

       *may be limited by radio model.



















































 
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                                    INDEX

                                                                                  
              A                                       L                           
                                                                                  
     Address of Radio 22                     Light on Signal 18                   
     AOR3000 4                               Load 15                              
     AOR3000A 3                              Local Protocol 8                     
                                             Log To File 17                       
                                                                                  
                                                                                  
              B                                                                   
                                                      M                           
     bank (defined) 5                                                             
     Banks On 17                             Main Panel Menu 18                   
     BEARCAT 3                               Manual Mode 10                       
                                             Mem->VFO 16                          
                                             memory (defined) 5                   
                                             Memory Channel Panel 27              
              C                              Memory Channel                       
                                                CHANNEL number 28                 
     Channel 10                              Memory Scroll Buttons 10             
     channel (defined) 5                     Memory Sync 17                       
     CTCSS Enable 18                         Memory                               
                                                AGC 30                            
                                                AmSync 29                         
                                                Ant 30                            
              D                                 Attenuator 29                     
                                                Aux Controls 29                   
     DBASE 3                                    Bandwidth 30                      
     Digit Scrolling 25                         Count 29                          
     Don't Update Memory 17                     delay 28                          
                                                Frequency 28                      
                                                Menu 30                           
                                                   Database 30                    
              E                                    Edit 30                        
                                                Modulation 28                     
     Extended Commands 22                       Noise Blanker 30                  
                                                Notch Enable 29                   
                                                Notch Value 30                    
                                                PreAmp 29                         
              G                                 RSM 28                            
                                                Service 29                        
     Global Switches 17                         Signal 29                         
                                                Time 29                           
                                                Time Stamp 29                     
                                                Tone 2 30                         
              I                                 Tone Enable 29                    
                                                Tone Value 30                     
     ICOM 3                                     Trunked Freq 28                   
     installation 8                             valid 28                          
     interface 4, 6                          Menu                                 
                                                   Parms Radio                    
                                                Clear Everything 19               
                                                File 19                           
              K                                 Parms 19                          
                                                   Global 19, Font, Delay, Display
     KENWOOD 3                                        Unused Aux, File Save       
                                                      Format, Font Size, Load     
                                                      Frequency DBF on Start,     
                                                      Priority, Resume            
                                                   Radio 20, Address, Baud Rate,  
                                                      Com Port, Data Bits,        
                                                      Extended Commands, Flow     
                                                      Control, Max Channel, Max   
                                                      Frequency, Min Frequency,   
 
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              Model, Protocol, Radio Name,   Scan Trunk Freqs 18                  
              Signal Detect, Stop Bits,      Search  Mode                         
              Timeout, VFO Channel              Global Switches 14                
        View 19                              Search Bank                          
     Message Panel 35                           Channel number 34                 
     Modulation 28                              Incr 34                           
                                                Menu 34                           
                                                   Database 35                    
                                                   Edit 35                        
              O                                 Mode 34                           
                                                Service 34                        
     Operation Buttons 10                       Start 34                          
        MANUAL 10                               Stop-freq 34                      
        SCAN 10                                 Valid 34                          
        SEARCH 13                            Search Banks Panel 33                
     OPTO protocol 15, 16                    Search Mode 13                       
                                                BANKS ON 14                       
                                                DELAY 13                          
                                                DON'T UPDATE MEMORY 15            
              P                                 MEM SYNC 14                       
                                                Memory Channel 13                 
     Priority 17                                RESUME 15                         
     protocol (defined) 5                       RSM 13                            
     Protocol Defaults 22                       SPEED 15                          
                                                VALID 13                          
                                             Search->Radio 16                     
                                             Set 15                               
              R                              shareware 3                          
                                             Signal Detection 21                  
     Radio Selection 18                      Signal Meter 18                      
     Radio->Search 16                        Special Keys                         
     Resume 17                                  ENTER 41                          
     RS232 6                                    TAB 41                            
                                             Spectrum Panel 36                    
                                             Speed Control 17                     
                                             Start Load-Set 16                    
              S                              Status Controls 18                   
                                             Stop  Load-Set 16                    
     Scan Bank                               Swap VFO  Button 16                  
        Channel number 32                                                         
        Menu 32                                                                   
           Database 32                                                            
           Edit 32                                    V                           
        Service 32                                                                
        Start 32                             Valid 15                             
        Stop 32                              VFO (defined) 5                      
        Valid 32                             VFO Frequency 25                     
     Scan Banks Panel 31                     VFO Modulation 25                    
     Scan Mode 10                            VFO step value 25                    
        BANKS ON 11                          VFO->Mem 16                          
        CTCSS Enable 12                      VFO                                  
        DELAY 11                                AGC 26                            
        DON'T UPDATE MEMORY 12                  AmSync 26                         
        Global Switches 11                      Ant 26                            
        LOG TO FILE 12, 15                      Attenuator 26                     
        Memory Channel 11                       Aux Controls 26                   
        MEMORY SYNC 11                          Bandwidth 27                      
        PRIORITY 11                             Noise Blanker 26                  
        RESUME 12                               Notch Enable 26                   
        RSM 11                                  Notch Filter value 26             
        SCAN TRUNK FREQS 12                     PreAmp 26                         
        SPEED 13                                Recorder 26                       
        TRUNKED FREQ 11                         Tone 2 27                         
        Use COMPUTER's Memories 13              Tone Enable 26                    
        Use RADIO's Memories 13                 Tone value 26                     
        VALID 11                                Trunked Freq 25                   
 
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        VFO Active 26                     
     Virtual VFO 22                       
































































 
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