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Hamtronix ELEKTRA 2500 - User Manual

Hamtronix ELEKTRA 2500
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Hamtronix
VHF/UHF Repeater Controller Board
ELEKTRA 2500/CT
Instruction and Operation Manual
Firmware V2.52
Hardware Rev. B
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Hamtronix ELEKTRA 2500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHamtronix
ModelELEKTRA 2500
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Connectors

Pinout

Details the pin assignments and color coding for various connectors. Includes CN1, CN2, and CN3.

CN1 - Repeater (RPT)

Specifies signals, colors, and descriptions for the Repeater (RPT) connector.

CN2 - Auxiliary (AUX)

Details signals, colors, and descriptions for the Auxiliary (AUX) connector.

CN3 - Remote

Lists signals and descriptions for the Remote connector, including logic outputs.

Installation and Tests

Turning On the Controller for the First Time

Guides initial power-up and connection checks for the controller, including squelch adjustment.

Audio Settings

Explains the function of various trimpots for adjusting audio input and output levels.

Retransmission Audio Adjustment

Provides steps to adjust audio levels for optimal retransmission fidelity.

LEDs

Describes the status indication of the LEDs on the controller board.

Timed Fan Output

Details the timed fan control feature and its activation criteria.

Determining COR Logic

Virtual Assistant

Interfacing Google-Elektra

Explains how to connect and interface the controller with virtual assistants like Google Home.

Repeater Audio Fidelity

De-emphasis and Pre-emphasis

Explains the role of pre-emphasis and de-emphasis circuits in FM audio transmission.

How to Get the Best Audio Quality

Provides guidance on achieving optimal audio quality for retransmission.

How to Get These Signals on the Transceivers

Details how to obtain necessary audio signals from various transceivers.

Deemphasize Selection on the Controller

Explains how to select the de-emphasis setting on the controller.

Controlling Your Repeater Over the Air

Command Syntaxes

Defines the format and structure for entering DTMF commands to control the repeater.

Function Description

01 - Repeater Transmitter Enable

Master switch to enable or disable the repeater transmitter.

02 - Transmitter Hang Time (Tail)

Sets the duration the transmitter remains active after a signal drops.

03 - Timer to Courtesy Tone

Determines the delay before a courtesy tone sounds after signal drop.

04 - Duration of Courtesy Tone

Sets the length of the courtesy tone.

05 - Courtesy Tone Frequency

Selects the frequency for the courtesy tone.

06 - Courtesy Tone Selection

Chooses the type of courtesy tone, including single, multi-tone, and special tones.

Function Description (Continued)

07 - Roller Beep

Determines how often the courtesy tone automatically changes.

08 - Confirmation Tone

Sets the type of confirmation sound for valid commands.

09 - Time-Out Action

Defines the action taken when the time-out limit is exceeded.

10 - ID Test

Allows testing of IDs and checking controller version and serial number.

11 - Repeater CTCSS Enable

Enables or disables CTCSS requirement for repeater operation.

12 - Auxiliary CTCSS Enable

Enables or disables CTCSS requirement for auxiliary port operation.

13 - PL;CTCSS Frequency Selection

Sets the frequency for the built-in PL/CTCSS decoder.

Function Description (Continued)

14 - ID Timer

Determines the interval for transmitting voice or CW IDs.

15 - ID Selection

Chooses which type of ID (CW, voice message, smart voice) will be transmitted.

16 - CW ID Frequency

Sets the frequency for the CW ID tone.

17 - CW ID Speed

Determines the transmission speed for CW IDs.

18 - CW ID Setup

Allows programming of the CW ID message content.

19 - Voice ID Message Recording

Guides on recording voice messages for ID purposes.

20 - Alarm Input

Configures the alarm input for violation detection, triggering a siren sound.

21 - Monitor Input

Sets up the monitor input for AC voltage or logic state monitoring.

22 - Repeater Port

Enables or disables the repeater port, affecting signal acceptance.

23 - Link Port

Configures the link port for different operational modes like auxiliary, control, or cross-repeater.

24 - Transmitter Test

Enables a test mode for the transmitter, allowing carrier or tone transmission.

Function Description (Continued)

25 - Simplex Repeater

Enables simplex repeater mode for recording and playback of signals.

26 - Repeater Time-Out

Sets the maximum allowed duration for each transmission.

27 to 32 - Remote Outputs 1 to 6

Configures general purpose remote outputs, including enable and pulse modes.

33 - Repeater DTMF Control Enable

Allows or denies DTMF command acceptance via the repeater port.

34 - DTMF Mute Enable

Mutes repeater audio upon DTMF tone reception to prevent command repetition.

35 - Password Setup

Allows changing the default 4-digit password for security.

Function Description (Continued)

36 - Reset

Restarts the microcontroller with user programmed values, similar to power up.

37 - Remote Full Reset

Restarts the microcontroller and all functions to factory default values.

38 - Voice Message Lock

Security measure to prevent accidental erasure of voice messages.

39 - Multi-Function Button

Defines the action assigned to the multi-function button S1.

40 - Voice Message Duration

Sets the duration for recorded voice messages.

41 - Voice ID Priority

Determines priority for voice IDs when the repeater is busy.

42 - Super User Mode

Enables Super User mode, bypassing password requirements.

43 - Courtesy Tone Editor

Allows custom creation of courtesy tones by setting frequency, duration, and interval.

Troubleshooting

Full Reset Procedures

Details three methods for performing a full reset to restore default settings.

Accessories