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Command Reference
Command Structure
The RC-210 provides an extremely flexible and powerful command structure. Each port is capable of being controlled independently as
well as controlling any other port.
There are 3 types of commands in the RC-210:
Port Specific commands that only affect one port.
Global commands which aren't port specific.
Programming commands that are used to program how the RC-210 operates.
Port Specific commands are specific to a particular port. For example, if you wanted to select a different courtesy tone on Port 1, you
could do so without affecting the courtesy tone on the other ports.
Global commands are those which don't affect a specific port. A good example would be reading a meter face.
Programming commands are those which change the operating parameters of the RC-210. Some programming commands affect only
a specific port. For example, programming the amount of hang time on Port 1. Other programming commands affect things that are not
port specific. For example, entering a remote base frequency.
The controller evaluates and acts on entered DTMF digits under two conditions - upon COS closure of the receiver receiving the digits
or upon receipt of the DTMF digit "D". For example, there is an interfering signal on the receiver you're currently using. Obviously the
controller would never detect COS closure under this condition. By ending your entered command with a "D", you force the controller to
act regardless of the COS state. This feature also permits you to string commands together, separated by a "D" and the controller will
act on them one-at-a-time. This allows for automated programming, such as is done by our RCP Programming Software. Note: this
terminator digit can be changed to be something other than "D". See the Programming section for details.
As it arrives from the factory, all commands in the RC-210 are protected behind the unlock commands. This means that no commands
will be accepted by the RC-210 unless one of its 3 ports is first unlocked. Not to worry however, as you can easily assign any function in
the RC-210 ("re-map") to be accessible without first unlocking the RC-210 (this is explained in the Macro section of this manual).
To some, this may seem a strange way to do things but there are distinct advantages to doing so:
• Most repeater system owners don't make the majority of functions available to general users.
• Since every RC-210 is shipped with the same default codes, you don't need to spend time reprogramming every, single
command in order to prevent malicious users from "playing". Only those functions you specifically make available are
accessible.
• You can assign your own custom code to every function as needed.
As you can see, this method gives you complete control over who will have access to which functions in your repeater system without
compromising security on your system. And without you having to do a ton of work!
You may find it useful to familiarize yourself with how the various commands work and the controller response to each before you
actually start custom programming your RC-210. You can do this by first unlocking the controller with one of the default lock codes,
15281.
While unlocked, the default values for the various command codes are listed in the next section, along with their description and syntax.
An asterisk next to each description signifies the default power up state of that function (this can be changed by programming).
You may also define a custom Command Prefix that must be used with all default commands. This can prevent code conflicts when you
use your RC-210 with another system that also uses DTMF commands, for example IRLP© or EchoLink©.
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