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Microbit RRC-1258 MkII(s) User Manual

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USER MANUAL
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RRC-1258 MKII
Ba1258B_RemoteRig_MkIIs-A30
 Microbit 2.0 AB 2010. All rights reserved
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User manual
Rev. A30 – 2014 Jan 21
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RRC-1258 MkII(s)
Yaesu Twin, Elecraft K3-Twin etc.
User Manual

Table of Contents

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Microbit RRC-1258 MkII(s) Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMicrobit
ModelRRC-1258 MkII(s)
CategoryRemote Control
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Statement of Conditions

General Description

Detachable Control Panel Operation

How the system works with radios featuring detachable control panels.

Twin Solution for Elecraft K3 and Yaesu

High-end solution for DX-ers and contesters using Elecraft K3 and Yaesu.

PC-Based Remote Control

Step-by-Step System Setup Guide

Hardware Overview - Front Panel

RS-232 Interface (9-pol D-sub female)

Pinout for the RS-232 interface on the front panel.

AUX/MIC Connector Details

TTL Control-RRC Connector (RJ-12)

Usage of the TTL connector for control panels and TTL level signals.

Speaker and TTL Connectors

AUX (RJ45) Pinout for TTL Control

Pinout for the AUX (RJ45) connector for TTL control.

TTL Radio-RRC Connector (RJ-12)

Usage of the TTL connector for radio communication and CAT control.

SP Connector (Speaker)

Details of the speaker output connector on the Control-RRC.

CW Control and Speaker Connections

SP Connector (Speaker) - Radio-RRC

Input for speaker signals from the radio to the Radio-RRC.

CW Control-RRC Knob

CW speed adjustment using the knob on the Control-RRC.

Hardware Overview - Back Panel

COM2 Control-RRC (RS-232)

COM2 connector for PC connection via RS-232.

COM2 Radio-RRC (RS-232)

COM2 connector for radio connection via RS-232.

Back Panel Interfaces and Power

RS-232 Interface for Radio Connection

Pinout for the RS-232 interface for radio connection.

PAD Connectors for CW-Paddle

Connecting a CW-paddle to PAD connectors on Control and Radio RRC.

Power Supply Requirements

Power consumption details for different radio models and RRC units.

Power, Reset, and I/O Connectors

PWR Connector Details

Pin configuration for the PWR connector (10-18 VDC).

Reset Functionality

How to reboot or reset the unit to factory default settings.

I/O Connector (RJ45)

I/O connector for signal transfer, inputs/outputs, and CW-keyer signals.

ETHERNET Connection

ETHERNET Port Pinout and LEDs

Pinout for the Ethernet port and LED indicators for link and activity.

Strapping and Jumpers Configuration

AUX/MIC Connector Strapping Area

Strapping for the AUX/MIC connector based on radio models.

JMP-1 for Microphone DC-Feed

JMP-1 placement for feeding DC voltage to microphone elements.

Jumper Settings for Microphone and TTL

JMP-2 for Microphone DC Voltage Selection

JMP-2 selection for 8V or 9V DC power to front panels.

JMP-3 for RTS/CTS Connection

JMP-3 to connect RTS and CTS together for RS-232 port.

Jumper Settings for Speaker Output and TTL Grounding

JMP-4 for Speaker/Headset Output Level

JMP-4 selection for speaker or headset level for Main-Rx output.

JMP-5 for TTL Connector Grounding

JMP-5 decision for grounding pin 1 in the TTL connector.

Reassembling the RRC Unit

Configuration with Microbit Setup Manager

Setup Manager Capabilities

Overview of functions like IP settings, firmware upgrades, and profile changes.

Firmware and Setup Manager Operations

Checking Firmware and Hardware Versions

Viewing the firmware and bootloader versions using the Setup Manager.

Firmware Update Procedure

Steps for downloading and updating the RRC firmware via the Setup Manager.

Executing the Firmware Update Process

Setup Tab Configuration in Manager

Network and WiFi Configuration Tabs

Retrieving Network Information

Reading current IP settings using the 'Get' button in Net info.

WiFi and Serial Port Tabs Overview

Description of WiFi tab and note on Serial port tab usage.

Initial IP Address Setup

Checking Network Configuration via CMD

Using `ipconfig` in CMD to determine PC's network configuration.

Adjusting RRC IP Addresses for Network Compatibility

Configuration via Web Interface

Navigating and Applying Web Settings

How to select, edit, submit, and apply changes through the web interface.

Info Page - System Information

Status Page - Debugging and Connection

Profiles - Storing and Loading Settings

Changing Active Profile via Setup Manager

IP Settings Configuration

IP Settings Parameters - Unit ID to Eth-type

IP Settings Parameters - IP-interface to Web Page Password

Radio Settings - General Configuration

Radio Settings Parameters - Program Mode to Auto Connect

Radio Settings Parameters - Audio Quality to Codec Input Gain

Radio Settings Parameters - Codec Input HPF Hz to COM0 Parity

Radio Settings Parameters - COM0 Program Mode and USB Com Port

Serial Settings - COM Port Configuration

COM1 Mode Configuration

COM1 Modes 6-8 and Baud Rate

COM1 Stop Bits, Parity, CTS/RTS, and Terminator

COM2 Mode and USB COM Port

Advanced Network Settings

Advanced Settings - UDP Ports and SIP Port

Advanced Settings - Web Server Port to Debug Level

Advanced Settings - Audio Tones to UDP Command Min Data Size

Dynamic DNS Setup for Radio-RRC

Remoterig Dynamic DNS Service Configuration

Checking DDNS Update Status

DynDNS Commercial Service Configuration

DynDNS Parameters - Check Interval to Host Name

CW-Keyer Settings - Control-RRC

Control-RRC Keyer Parameters - Iambic Mode to Speed Pot Max

CW-Keyer Settings - Radio-RRC

Radio-RRC Keyer Parameters - PTT Activation and Tail Delay

IO Settings - Input/Output Configuration

Control-RRC IO Settings - OUT modes and USB Signals

Radio-RRC IO Settings - Output Modes

Ping Settings - Radio-RRC Watchdog

Wi-Fi Settings Configuration

Export Settings - Backup Options

Import Settings - Restoring Configuration

Application Firmware Upgrade

Firmware and System Management

Bootloader Firmware Upgrade

Updating the bootloader firmware using steps similar to application firmware upgrade.

Restarting the RRC Device

Resetting and restarting the RRC without saving changes or for ordinary reset.

Terminal Interface Configuration

WiFi Interface General Information

Connecting to a WiFi Network

WiFi Setup Process via Setup Manager

Steps for selecting WiFi tab and initiating connection setup.

Storing and Scanning WiFi Networks

Identifying Available WiFi Networks

Selecting and Saving WiFi Network Settings

Rebooting and Verifying WiFi Connection

Accessing RRC Web Pages and WiFi Status

CW-Keyer Functionality

CW-Keyer Connections

CW-Keyer Connections - I/O Connector Details

Pin assignments for CW-keyer signals via I/O connector.

RTTY Keying - FSK/RTTY Input

RTTY Keying Setup - Radio-RRC IO Settings

RTTY Operation with MMTTY Software

MMTTY Configuration - TX Tab and Misc Tab

MMTTY USB Port Option Settings

RTTY Keying Connections

ICOM CI-V Protocol Support

ICOM CI-V Hardware Configuration and Jumpers

Hardware configuration and jumper settings for ICOM CI-V radios.

ICOM CI-V Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for ICOM CI-V radios.

ICOM IC-7100 Remote Control Setup

IC-7100 Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for ICOM IC-7100.

IC-7100 Connections

Necessary signals and cable connections for IC-7100.

ICOM IC-7100 Power Supply

ICOM IC-703/706 Remote Control

IC-703/706 Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for ICOM IC-703/706.

IC-703/706 Connections and Cable Preparation

Cable connections and preparation for IC-703/706.

ICOM IC-703/706 Power Supply

Preparing Separation Cable for IC-703/706

ICOM IC-R2500 Remote Control

ICOM IC-R2500 Power Supply

ICOM IC-E2820 Remote Control

IC-E2820 Connections and Microphone Adapter

Cabling and use of HM-133 adapter boards for IC-E2820.

Using HM-133 Microphone with Adapter PCBs

ICOM IC-E2820 Power Supply

ICOM ID-E880 Remote Control

ID-E880 Jumpers and Connections

Jumper settings and cable connections for ICOM ID-E880.

HM-133/880 Microphone Adapter Boards

Using HM-133/880 adapter PCBs for ID-E880 microphone function.

ICOM ID-E880 Power Supply

ICOM IC-2725 Remote Control

IC-2725 Hardware Adaptation and Adapters

Hardware adaptation for IC-2725 serial bus and adapter PCBs.

IC-2725 Radio Settings Example and Connections

Radio settings and cable connections for IC-2725.

YAESU TWIN Concept - Radio-to-Radio Control

YAESU TWIN Hardware Configuration and Strapping

Hardware configuration and small PCB strapping for Yaesu Twin package.

YAESU TWIN Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for Yaesu Twin.

Logging, Computer Control, and RTTY Operations

YAESU FT-857 Remote Control Setup

FT-857 Hardware Configuration and Strapping

Hardware configuration and strapping instructions for FT-857.

FT-857 Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for Yaesu FT-857.

YAESU FTM-350 Remote Control

FTM-350 Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for Yaesu FTM-350.

YAESU FT-7800/8800/8900 Remote Control

FT-7800/8800/8900 Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for Yaesu FT-7800/8800/8900.

YAESU FT-897/FT-1000 Remote Control

FT-897/FT-1000 Connections and Cables

Cable connections and using adapter cables for FT-8x7 series.

YAESU FT-2000 General Remote Control

FT-2000 Radio Settings and Connections

Radio settings and cable connections for Yaesu FT-2000.

KENWOOD General Remote Control

Kenwood TS-480 Hardware Configuration

Hardware configuration and jumper settings for Kenwood TS-480.

Kenwood TS-480 Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for Kenwood TS-480.

KENWOOD TS-480 Remote Control Setup

TS-480 Hardware Configuration Types

Different hardware configurations for Kenwood TS-480 based on serial number.

TS-480 Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for Kenwood TS-480.

KENWOOD TM-D710 Remote Control Setup

TM-D710 Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for Kenwood TM-D710.

KENWOOD TM-D700 Remote Control Setup

TM-D700 Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for Kenwood TM-D700.

KENWOOD TS-2000 Remote Control Setup

TS-2000 Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for Kenwood TS-2000.

TS-2000 Connections and Cable Preparation

Cable connections and preparation for TS-2000.

ELECRAFT K3-Twin Remote Control Setup

K3-Twin Hardware Configuration and Strapping

Hardware configuration and small PCB strapping for Elecraft K3 Twin.

K3-Twin Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for Elecraft K3 Twin.

Elecraft K3 Logging, Control, and RTTY

ELECRAFT K2 and K3 Support

Elecraft Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for Elecraft radios.

Elecraft Connections

Cable connections for Elecraft radios.

ALINCO DX-SR8/DX-R8 Remote Control

ALINCO DX-SR8/DX-R8 Hardware Configuration

Hardware configuration for Alinco DX-SR8/DX-R8.

ALINCO DX-SR8/DX-R8 Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for Alinco DX-SR8/DX-R8.

RRC-1258MkII 2-Wire/4-Wire Interfaces

2-Wire/4-Wire Radio Settings Example

Example radio settings for 2-wire and 4-wire interfaces.

2-Wire/4-Wire Connections

Pinout for AUX/MIC connector for 2-wire and 4-wire interfaces.

Schematics - I/O and PAD Interface

MIC/AUX Interface Schematic - Control-RRC

Speaker Interface Schematics

MIC/AUX Interface Schematic - Radio-RRC

Networks and Firewalls Configuration

DMZ Setup for Network Access

Port Forwarding Configuration

SIP ALG Setting in Router

Mobile Network Router Connectivity

Appendix A - Audio Coding Options

Appendix B - COM-port Keyer Interface Circuit

Appendix D - Technical Data and Specifications

Appendix E - Safety and Regulatory Information

FCC Statement Compliance

Device compliance with FCC Rules Part 15 and measures to correct interference.

Important Safety Notices

Warnings about water, electrical storms, high volume audio, and power supply limits.

Disclaimer of Liability

FCC / CE Declaration of Conformity

Appendix F - Contact and Support Information