User manual

8.1 ASCII / Baudot Operation
Baudot operation (also know as RTTY) is a favorite of DXers. This is a
non-linked mode of operation and is highly effected by band conditions.
It is recommended to use the tightest possible bandwidth filtering on the
radio for best results. ASCII is not too often used on the ham bands but
does offer a few interesting features, namely it can transmit characters
between 0 and 255.
8.1.1 Changing current operating speed
Click on the '+' or '-' signs in the toolbar. The new speed will be
displayed in the status bar for the current port.
8.1.2 Switching between Transmit and Receive
To switch to transmit mode, press the Page Up key.
To switch to receive mode, press the Page Down key.
The end key may also be used and will provide any additional text
that was defined in the operating parameters of the program.
8.1.3 Calling CQ
To call CQ in Baudot or ASCII, press the F5 key. This will send
out the text as defined in the Baudot operating parameters under
the setup menu.
If another station links to you, be sure to press F5 to cancel the
CQ.
8.1.4 Calling another Station
To call another station in Baudot or ASCII use the following steps.
1. Press F2 and Enter the Callsign of the other station.
2. Press ALT-C and press enter when ready.
The program will send a call to the other station using the text that
is defined in the Baudot or ASCII operating parameters.
8.2 AMTOR Operation
8.2.1 FEC Operations
FEC operations are "one-way" forms of communication. This can
be convenient for "round table" operations involving more than
one other station. There are only three active controls required for
FEC operation. There are Page Up which places the TNC into
transmit mode, Page Down which places the TNC into receive
mode after the appropriate idle sequence and the End Key which
provides a formatted changeover to receive mode.
To operate in FEC mode, first place the TNC into the appropriate
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