User manual

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- Auto ( CPU ) Mode

In Auto Mode, the controller will respond to commands from control

software running on an attached computer. The

, , , buttons

can still be used, but pressing of any of them will cause cancelling the

data from software.

Setup Mode

The

button steps through the setup menu, for modes other than

manual control operate as STOP. The display cycles through each of

the setup menu items.

- Rotator Transmission

- Program Simulation

- Heading Adjust

- Programmable High Limit Default flashing “DOT” 180

- Programmable Low Limit Default not flashing “DOT” 180

- Rotator Transmission

This value defines the resolution of controller operation.

1.0 means operating with 1 degree accuracy, 0.5 means 0.5 degree

accuracy. On customized units this may be some other value.

0.25, 0.5, 1.0

- Program Simulation

Program Simulation allows the user to set the serial communication

protocol used by the rotator. When set to emulate another brand of

rotator, the AlfaSpid will respond to commands.

If your favourite software supports a rotator, chances are, the

AlfaSpid will be able to interface to your software. There are 2

modes available: