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The zipped package is the Documentation File for SCANCAT-GOLD's DEMO.
It is advised to use a viewer such as the included utility viewer
"VIEW.COM", which is invoked by typing "VIEW SCANCAT.DOC".
Using this program you can view the enclosed SCANCAT.DOC file
Use VIEW'S help keys to help you view or print to a printer
the documentation. This doc file is not as complete as the manual
with the full version, but should enable you find most
of the features of SCANCAT-GOLD.
+++++++********** SPECIAL ATTENTION **************++++++++++
SCANCAT-GOLD now includes a utility program that enables you
to examine or modify the BANDPLAN and reprogram the EEPROM area
of the AR-8000 Handheld. This is not advertised in our ADS
nor is it documented in the manual. This is a powerful tool,
and use of this utility to restore frequency ranges that are
locked out is not legal. Computer Aided Technologies will
not be held responsible for the AR8000 utility program's misuse.
+++++++********** AR-8000 AOR HANDHELD **************++++++++++
SCANCAT NOW SUPPORTS THE NEW AR8000, AOR'S NEW WIDE BAND
HANDHELD SCANNER. These simple setup instructions will
assure your being able to control this radio if you have
the proper interface.
ON PAGE 101 OF YOUR AR-8000 MANUAL, YOU WILL SEE THE SAMPLE
SCREEN OF THE HANDHELD, SHOWING THE INTERFACE PARAMETERS.
The "DELIM" must be set for CR (only). If you have problems
communicating with the radio, check this setting. IF IT IS
SHOWN AS "CR,LF" the software cannot communicate properly
Secondly, it is recommended that you set "BPS" (BAUD) to 9600.
That's all there is to it!
******* HF-1000 WATKINS JOHNSON ******
SCANCAT NOW SUPPORTS THE NEW HF-1000 WATKINS JOHNSON HF RECEIVER.
The squelch, scanning settings are set by pressing the
"," and the "." (comma and period) keys. This will raise or
lower the "threshold" grid on the signal strength indicator.
If you radio is NOT scanning, then adjust this threshold setting.
Once the grid COVERS the signal strength, scanning will resume
until the signal again exceeds the threshold.
+++++++********** SPECIAL ATTENTION **************++++++++++
IF THIS DEMO IS ALREADY SET UP TO RUN ON THE OPTOSCAN OS456, PLEASE READ
THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW or ENCLOSED WITH THIS DEMO REGARDING INITIAL
SQUELCH SETTINGS IF YOU HAVE DIFFICULTIES GETTING THE RADIO TO
STOP SCANNING.
Special Instructions for OPTO ELECTRONICS OS456
The OS456 board supports squelch detection through software
as well as several special data types for CTCSS, DCS and
DTMF tone decoding. In order to optimize the transfer of data to
the computer, certain timing adjustments should be made. Because
there are so many variables due to computer processor speeds, graphics
type and etc, when you use SCANCAT for the first time, you should
adjust ONE TIME this setting.
FIRST:
Select either SCANNING between two frequencies, OR SCANNING a
disk file. from the "A" option menu (selected at the
main menu).
IF YOU ARE NOT GETTING SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATION:
Once the computer is scanning, OPEN THE SQUELCH CONTROL
COMPLETELY COUNTER CLOCKWISE.
SECOND:
Adjust the timing by pressing either the "[" or "]" keys.
These keys are located just above the ENTER key and to the right of
the letter "P". As you move the timing either UP or DOWN in value,
you will notice a message in the long window .<N>At some point, the
signal strength indicator will start working. There will be a LEFT
MOST and a RIGHT MOST value at which the signal will not be indicated.
Choose the MIDPOINT value to assure accurate response. DO NOT MAKE
THIS ADJUSTMENT TOO QUICKLY (Holding down the keys) or you can pass
over the value before seeing the signal strength. ALSO pressing the
SHIFT AND "[" or "]" keys multiplies the value incremented by a value
of 10 times. That's all there is to it.
These values are a hint to get you "in the ball park":
Start with a value aroung .00002 to .00019
CTCSS / DCS TONE SEARCH
SCANCAT-GOLD will read (and auto-log) squlech tones.
You can search BY these tones by pressing the "=" (equal) key. IF
you are listening to a frequency that is displaying a tone, that tone
will be automatically added into the input prompt area. Pressing
"=" again toggles OFF the search by tone feature.
All other features supported are the same for ANY radio SCANCAT supports.
SCANCAT-GOLD
$94.95
Computer Aided Technologies
P.O. Box 18285.
Shreveport, LA 71138
Order Desk Phone 318-636-1234
FAX 318-686-0449
Thanks for your support!