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Scout Frequency Recorder

Question: I have my Scout connected to my AR8000, but it's not Reaction Tuning my scanner. What should I do?

Answer: There are several things that need to be checked,

1. Is the cable to interface the Scout to the scanner properly inserted, and is the cable working?
2. Is the Scout configured in AR8000 mode? To change: Immediately upon power up, you will see all 8's on the display. During the time the 8's are there, flip the Capture switch to the opposite position from what it currently is. This will toggle the mode from CI-V to AR8000 or AR8000 to CI-V.
3. The AR8000 needs to be set in VFO mode: Press the SCAN/M.R. button this toggles between Mem Recall and Mem Scan, set to Mem Recall and press enter.
4. With the Scout set in CAPTURE mode you should now begin Reaction Tuning

OS456 Computer Controlled Scanning for the Pro 2005/6

Question: I have my OS456 installed in the radio, which wire is Audio and which is Analog?

Answer: The Audio wire is the blue wire and the Analog wire is the orange

Xplorer Test Receiver

Question: How do I set my Xplorer to its original default configuration?

Answer: Turn the Xplorer on while holding the F2 and SHIFT buttons. This will clear all memories, and lockouts.

Question: My Xplorer is only recording frequency and number of hits with time and date stamp. How can I set it up to record all the decoding functions?

Answer: The CTCSS, DCS, DTMF, Signal Strength, and Deviation need to be manually loaded into memory by pressing the SHIFT and STORE buttons. This is the only way to record accurate readings due to Deviation and CTCSS settling time.

DC442 Tone Decoder

Question: When hooked up to my receiver's speaker output I'm not able to read CTCSS or DCS. Is my unit defective?

Answer: No, the DC442 is not defective. In order to properly connect a CTCSS/DCS decoder to a receiver whether you are using the DC442 or any other, you need to make an internal connection to the receiver's Discriminator and Squelch circuits. The DC442 has information for a few different receivers. If your receiver is not listed consult the manufacturer of your receiver for information.

Question: I want to use the DC442's datalogging function. Do I need any special converter box or can I use my OptoLinx?

Answer: You do not need external boxes. The DC442 has its own RS232 built-in. The CB232 cable (optional) is available from Optoelectronics for direct connection to your computer's serial port.

OptoLinx Universal PC/Radio Interface

Question: How do I communicate with my AR8000?

Answer: The FFC (Flat Flexible Cable) supplied with the OptoLinx is provided for direct connection to the AR8000's interface port. The cable needs to be twisted 180 degrees with the blue backing tape down on the Optolinx end.

Techtoyz Micro DTMF Decoder

Question:I have held my DTMF Decoder next to the phone receiver but no digits are being decoded?

Answer:The Micro Phone located on the front of the DTMF Decoder works by and audible level, In most cases DTMF tones being transmitted through the receiver are not loud enough for the microphone to hear them. Try using a speaker phone or tape recorder.

Question:Sometimes my DTMF Decoder turns on and sometimes it does not?

Answer:This is normal operation which allows for the microprocessor to reset.