Specifications

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Chapter 6 - Repeater Programming By Modem
This chapter describes how to program the CAT-1000B controller using the computer
interface through the on board 300-baud modem or RS-232 port.
300-Baud Modem Auto Answer
Call the repeater by telephone. When the CAT-1000B answers the phone a beep will be
heard. Enter the control operator prefix code [100] followed by a [#]. The voice
will say: "CONTROL READY." Turn on Zone 5 channel 6. (Modem Automatic Answer Enable)
[561#]. Exit the control operator mode by entering [*0#]. The CAT-1000B is now set
to answer the next telephone ring by automatically placing the modem tone on the line.
This mode is identical to calling an Internet provider. Program your computer to
dial the repeater and watch for the "CONNECT" prompt. Press the carriage return and
the screen will display Password. Type:
cat1000(C/R)
Activation Of The RS-232 Port With Dipswitch #8
To activate the RS-232 port, set the DC power to OFF. Set dipswitch #8 to ON. Turn
the DC power to ON. After the CAT-1000B finishes the power up and ID messages, the
word “password” should appear on the computer screen. Type: cat1000(C/R). The RS-232
port is configured for a baud rate of 4800. A special cable must be fabricated, see
Figure 7-2.
Activation Of The RS-232 Port By Rad
io
To activate the RS-232 port, key-up and enter the control operator prefix code [100]
followed by [97]. Un-key, the word “password” should appear on the computer screen.
Type: cat1000(C/R).
Command
Definition
extn Extend modem program timer.
pass Enter a new PASSWORD to establish modem communications.
quit EXIT the computer terminal mode.
xfer Xmodem file UPLOAD and DOWNLOAD to save to disk.
Modem Parameters
RS-232 Parameters
Baud Rate: 300 8N1 Baud Rate: 4800 8N1
Default Password:
cat1000
Password Buffer: (15 Characters Max)
Notes:
The command prompt is:
->
The password is case sensitive. Entries can be in upper or
lower case. In the examples, all prefix numbers are default values and the carriage
return is displayed as (C/R).
Enter New Password - pass
To provide security, a password must be entered to establish communications with the
CAT-1000B through the 300-baud modem or the local RS-232 Serial port. The default
password is
cat1000
.
To
CHANGE
the password, Example: w4xyz Type:
pass(C/R)
.
The terminal will display the prompt: Enter new password: Type:
w4xyz(C/R)
The terminal will display the prompt: Please retype it: Type:
w4xyz(C/R)
The terminal will display: Password has been changed.
Exit Terminal Routine - quit
To
EXIT
the terminal mode and return the CAT-1000B to normal operation
Type:
quit(C/R)
. The sign-off message will appear.