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RLC-4 V1.79 Copyright © 1998 Link Communications Inc. 9/18/98
RLC-4 4 Port Communications Controller
Software Version 1.79
Copyright 1998, All Rights Reserved
Link Communications, Inc.
1407 4 Ave N
th
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 245-5002 Voice
(406) 245-4889 Fax
http://www.link-comm.com

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Link Communications RLC-4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLink Communications
ModelRLC-4
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting Started

Setup, Interfacing and Adjustment

Basic setup, connecting radios, adjusting RLC-4, and input/output features.

Serial Port Interfacing

Connecting the controller to a computer or terminal via the serial port.

Entering Commands

How to input commands via DTMF or serial port.

Error Messages

Reference for interpreting controller error codes.

The Autopatch

Information on the autopatch feature and its operation.

Troubleshooting the Controller

Common problems and solutions for controller operation.

Port Connection Commands

Radio port connections

Commands for establishing connections between radio ports.

Receiver access control

Managing conditions for receiver access.

Transmitter PTT control

Commands for controlling transmitter PTT activation.

Audio and DTMF Configurations

DTMF Mute

Controlling audio muting during DTMF input.

DTMF Cover Tone

Enabling a tone during DTMF mute to indicate activity.

DTMF Mute Bypass

Bypassing DTMF mute for specific transmission needs.

Voice Falsing

Mitigating voice-induced DTMF decoder false triggers.

Timers

DTMF Mute Timer

Sets the duration the receiver stays muted after a DTMF digit.

Timeout Timer

Limits how long a receiver can be continuously active.

Preaccess Timer

Controls the window for access after entering the preaccess code.

Command Names

Command name programming, checking and recalling

Procedures for managing command names.

Blocking and allowing command execution

Controlling command access from specific ports.

How Command Names and Command Numbers are Used

Explains the role of command names and numbers.

Macros

How Macros Get Executed

Explains the mechanisms for macro execution.

What a macro is

Defines the concept of a macro in the controller.

Limits on Macros

Describes the limitations and constraints of macro usage.

Program a Single Command Macro Sequence

Programming a macro with a single command.

Append a Command to a Macro

Adding a command to an existing macro.

Insert a Command in a Macro

Adding a command into a macro at a specific position.

The ID System

How the IDs Work

Explains the functionality of the controller's ID system.

To Program Your Own IDs

Steps for programming custom repeater identification messages.

ID Timing

Information on the timing and intervals for sending repeater IDs.

The I;O Interface

Logical Input Lines

How to use logical input lines for status monitoring.

Logical Output Lines

How to use logical output lines for control.

Analog Input Lines

How to use analog input lines for sensor readings.

I;O Connector Pin-Out

Diagram and explanation of the I/O connector pin assignments.

Autopatch Routines

Configuring the Autopatch

Steps for setting up the autopatch feature.

Autopatch Up Commands

Commands used to initiate an autopatch call.

Hanging Up

Commands and methods for terminating an autopatch call.

Predial Digits

Setting up digits to dial before the main number.

The Autodialer

Using macros to store and dial phone numbers.

Limiting Call Length

Setting timers to limit autopatch call duration.

Doug Hall RBI-1 and RLC-ICM Routines

Interfacing and Setup

Connecting and configuring the RBI-1/RLC-ICM interfaces.

Using the RBI-1 or RLC-ICM

Operational procedures for using the RBI-1/RLC-ICM.

Special Audio Routing Commands

Set Audio Routing Variable for Commands In a Macro

Overrides default message routing within a macro.

Kill All Responses Following This Command

Suppresses CW responses from commands within a macro.

Restore Audio Routing Variable (Undo 037 and 038)

Resets audio routing to the state at the macro's beginning.

Special Control Commands

Remotely Reset the Controller

Resets the RLC-4 controller remotely.

Set Command Entry Options for a Port

Specifies options for command processing like chaining and timed execution.

Execute Command by Number

Executes commands using their numerical identifier.

Event Triggers

Set;Recall Event Trigger

Assigns macros or commands to events for response or action.

Enable;Disable Event Trigger

Activates or deactivates specific event triggers.

Hardware Reference Section

Important Connections

Key connection points on the main board.

Initialize and Reset Switches

Location and function of controller reset and initialization switches.

RS-232 I;O

Details on the RS-232 serial port for controller programming.

+12 V and Power Board

Power connections and board information.

J3 - RECEIVE AUDIO PATH

Pinout and description of the receive audio path.

J4 - TRANSMITTER AUDIO PATH

Pinout and description of the transmitter audio path.

S1 - Analog Temperature Power Switch

Controls power to the LM335 temperature sensor.

S2 - Analog Voltage Divider Switch

Selects the voltage range for analog inputs.

Power Board LED Definitions

Explains the meaning of LEDs on the power board.

Component Layouts and Schematic Diagrams

Visual guides for component placement and circuit diagrams.

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