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Describes the RS-232 serial interface, wiring, and parameters for connecting to a PC.
Explains the Ethernet interface, controller, and cable types for network connectivity.
A quick reference table summarizing OMNI-VII commands, formats, and modes.
Explains commands for setting the main and sub VFO frequencies in Hz format.
Describes how to set Automatic Gain Control (AGC) modes: SLOW, MEDIUM, FAST, or OFF.
Details the command for controlling the squelch level, adjustable from 0 to 127.
Explains control of relative RF gain over a range of 0-127, affecting S-Units.
Describes the three levels of software-controlled RF attenuation: 6db, 12db, or 18db.
Details controls for Noise Blanker, Noise Reduction, and Automatic Notch functions.
Lists supported receive and transmit modes like AM, USB, LSB, CW, FM, and FSK.
Explains how to adjust the passband tuning range (+/-8192Hz) using a 2-byte binary number.
Describes control over relative Audio Volume, adjustable from 0 to 127 for 0-100% output.
Command to retrieve the OMNI-VII software version and MARS transmit capability.
Details selection of pre-defined receive filters, ranging from 200Hz to 14000Hz.
A simple notify command that indicates radio operational status (RADIO or REMOTE).
Commands for controlling radio execution events like flash update mode or master reset.
Reports signal strength (S-Units) in receive mode, and power readings in transmit modes.
Controls putting the OMNI-VII into transmit mode and managing RIP/TRIP compression.
Allows splitting VFO frequencies for simultaneous receive and transmit on different bands.
Query for OMNI-VII mode compatible with CT Logger, using Orion format.
Queries Ethernet settings: MAC Address, RIPping state, and Computer IP Address.
Explains frequency entry via ASCII and decimal formats, in addition to binary.
Adjusts receive or transmit frequency with an offset, controlling RIT and XIT.
Selects audio input source: MIC, LINE input, or BOTH, also affecting TRIP audio gain.
Controls the keying loop on the back panel, enabling or ignoring it for CW transmissions.
Programs CW waveform rise/fall time between 3ms and 10ms for waveform shaping.
Controls relative Microphone Gain over a range of 0-127, affecting transmit audio level.
Controls relative Line Input Gain over a range of 0-127, affecting transmit audio level.
Adjusts the amount of Speech Processing, from 0 (least) to 127 (maximum).
Enables transmission of FM CTCSS tones, with options for OFF or 48 standard tones.
Selects RX Equalizer settings in 1-dB steps from -20dB to +20dB for audio shaping.
Selects TX Equalizer settings in 1-dB steps from -20dB to +20dB for transmit audio shaping.
Sets the transmit roll-off frequency from 70-300Hz to shape the SSB transmit signal's low end.
Adjusts external T/R delay for amplifier keying, from 15ms to 1 second.
Sets the sidetone frequency in 10 Hz steps, from 0 to 1270 Hz.
Adjusts CW QSK delay for receive audio restoration, from 0 (full break-in) to 127 (1 sec).
Controls whether transmit attempts produce RF output, from disabled (0) to enabled (1).
Sets the sideband transmit bandwidth between 1000 – 4000Hz.
Controls whether the OMNI-VII utilizes an optional Auto Tuner, with options to enable or bypass.
Adjusts relative Sidetone Volume, from 0 (Off) to 127 (maximum 100%).
Controls relative SPOT Volume, from 0 (Off) to 127 (maximum 100%).
Selects whether the OMNI-VII transmits MARK at High or Low Frequency.
Selects I-F filter from 20kHz to 300Hz, or Automatic Selection based on bandwidth.
Enables optional I-F filters for automatic switching based on receive bandwidth.
Selects HF Transceiver Antennas (ANT1, ANT2) and HF Receiver Antenna (RXAUX).
Controls the Monitor function, adjustable from 0 (Off) to 127 (maximum 100%).
Controls relative Transmit Power from 0-100 Watts, with a minimum of 5 Watts.
Controls whether the OMNI-VII generates the SPOT Tone, enabling or disabling it.
Controls the engagement of the Pre-Amplifier, enabling or disabling it.
Initiates or exits the TUNING state, similar to pressing the local TUNE button.
Extended command for Split State selection, mirroring RADIO MODE functionality.
Controls the VOX Trip Level, adjustable from 0 (lowest) to 127 (maximum).
Controls the ANTI VOX Level, adjustable from 0 (lowest) to 127 (maximum).
Controls the VOX Hang Time, adjustable from 0 (lowest) to 127 (maximum).
Sets the internal keyer mode to Curtis A, Curtis B, or OFF.
Adjusts CW Keyer Weighting, from 0 to 50% (or 0-24% for older firmware).
Engages or disengages the Manual NOTCH filter.
Sets the Manual NOTCH Center Frequency, from 20 Hz to 4000 Hz.
Controls the Manual NOTCH Width, from 10 Hz to 300 Hz.
Sets the internal keyer speed in WPM, ranging from 5 to 63 WPM.
Turns the VOX function on or off.
Remotely turns the radio's display on or off.
Mutes or unmutes the radio's internal and external speaker.
Adjusts the shift level of the TRIP Gain remotely.
Enables passing key presses and encoder turns from the 302 Remote Pod to the Host PC.
Describes the format of notifications sent when POD keys are pressed or released.
Describes the format of notifications sent when the POD Encoder is turned.
Encapsulates and sends command streams to the OMNI-VII's serial port via Ethernet.
Enables echoing serial interface data to the Ethernet interface port.
Explains RIP audio as received audio from OMNI-VII to computer via UDP packet.
Explains TRIP audio as audio from computer to OMNI-VII via UDP packet for transmission.
Details the Ethernet command/query format, including the PassCode prefix.
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