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Configuration, RRC 1258 / IC7100 + CT-17 ... what baud rate?

« on: 2024-11-18, 05:13:26 »

I followed instructions and set the COM port to 9600 8n1. I have not been able to get HRD or Icom's RS-BA1 software to work with the remote radio. When it does, it's VERY slow and HRD doesn't even show the S-meter

This works:
IC7100 control head (CI-V set to 9600) --> RR1258 --> router+MODEM+Internet --> RR1258 --> IC7100 radio

This struggles and almost never works:
Computer w/HRD ot RS-BA1 (COM 7 at 9600 8n1) --> USB port RR1258 --> router+MODEM+Internet --> RR1258 COM 2 --> Icom CT-17 (RS232 to CI-V) --> IC7100 radio (remote jack)

- Does your remote woirk at 9600 bps? Or do you set the radio, computer and RR to higher? If so, what data rate?

- If faster, will the Icom CT-17 recognize the change or do I need to changer any internal settings/jumpers?

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General discussion forum / Re: WSJTX SuperFox and RCC

« on: 2024-11-18, 04:55:55 »

Not an asnwer but a question. Can you help me with my remote setup? I replaced a TS-480SAT remote (which worked fine) with the IC-7100, and I am struggling.

However, I have NOT been able to get WSJT to work. Even HRD or Icom's RS-BA1 struggles.

Can you share how you got your remote IC-7100 to work with WSJT.

My setup:

This works:
IC7100 control head --> RR1258 --> Router+MODEM --> Internet --> MODEM+router --> RR1258 --> Icom CT-17 --> IC7100 radio
I also have Morse Code and that works fine.

This doesn't work
WSJT on computer --> USB (via COM 7, 9600 8n1) --> RR1258 --> rouer+MODEM --> Internet --> MODEM+router --> RR1258 --> Icom CT-17 --> IC7100 radio.

I plan to setup Virtiual Audio Connection (VAC v4.70). I do have SignalLink but I was told (?) that the VAC would feed the audio to/from the RR1258 via the USB connection

This also fails ... (can't connect,  or very slow, or connects with errors, no S-meter, etc.)
HRD (licensed and current) on computer --> COM 7 (9600 8n1)--> RR1258 USB --> router+MODEM --> Internet --> MODEM+router --> RR1258 --> Icom CT-17 --> IC7100 radio

Icom RS-BA1 (licensed and current) on computer --> USB (COM 7, 9600 8n1) --> RR1258 USB --> router+MODEM --> Internet --> MODEM+router --> RR1258 --> Icom CT-17 --> IC7100 radio

This never worked (to remotely program the radio)
RT-Systems software on computer -->  COM 7 (9600 8n1) --> RR1258 USB --> router+MODEM --: Internet --> MODEM+router --> RR1258 --> Icom CT-17 --> IC7100 radio. I tried "slow"and "fast"but the radio always fails and I need to load what I had saved on the SD-card

I am looking for any help from those who have sunnessfully remoted their IC-7100 for voice and data using a pair of RR1258 mk-II

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Configuration, RRC 1258 / How to use RT-Systems to remotely program an IC-7100?

« on: 2024-11-10, 00:50:16 »

My remote is working fine using the RR1258 but when I try to use RT Systems to remotely program the radio, it fails.

The COM ports are configured properly and I am using COM 7 (9600 8n1). I can use either Icom's RS-BA1 or the current HRD software to manage and operate the radio.

RT-Systems (programming)
- I was able to download the configuration and frequencies from the radio using RT-Systems, which says that link is working!

- However, when I try to upload the frequencies and configurateion using RT-Systems, it fails!

Using RT-Systems, I tried to upload using the software's "normal" and "fast". (This is ths "Adjust Sending Speed: Normal or Fast")

- In "fast" the radio does not respond.
- In "normal" it responds then fails to clone the radio.
- When it fails, the radio is initialized and lost everythng. I then need to load the saved frequencies and configuration from the radio's SD-Card (good that I backed it all up to the SD Card before trying to upload).

So I am looking for suggestions from anyone who has managed to remotely program their IC-7100 using RT Systems software.

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Configuration, RRC 1258 / Re: IC-7100 ... How to setup for CW?

« on: 2024-10-23, 07:24:35 »

I FOUND THE PROBLEM !!!!   (Sharing this for everyone)

The IC-7100 needs to be set to Break-IN ("BK IN" appears on the left side of the display).

Unfortunately, that was not listed in the RR manual nor in posts I read. CW now works via the RR as the radio goes into TX when I activate the paddle and I can send Morse Code without any problem. I monitored the power level and all is fine.

My final settings:

Control RR - Keyer
- Keyer   Yes
- Iambic Mode A
- Paddle Reverse  No
- Lf delay  200  (to mute the sidetone from the control head while TX CW)
- Key delay  50
- Speed min  10
- Speed Max  40

Control RR - I/O
- IN0  I/O
- OUT0  Connect
- OUT1  Keyer
- OUT2  Keyer
- USB RTS  Disabled
- USB DTR on CW Disabled

Radio RR - Keyer
- PTT activated by keyer  Yes
- PTT delay 0

Radio RR - I/O
- OUT0  I/O  (I also tried Keyer)
- OUT1  I/O  (I also tried keyer)
- OUT2  Keyer

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Configuration, RRC 1258 / Re: IC-7100 ... How to setup for CW?

« on: 2024-10-23, 07:09:14 »

Jonas - The problem seems to be that the IC-7100 is NOT switching to TX.

If I hold the PTT button on the mic, I can send CW and it works fine. But when I release the MIC's PTT, I cannot TX CW.

Control RR - Keyer
- Keyer   Yes
- Iambic Mode A (I also tried Mode B)
- Paddle Reverse  No
- Lf delay  0
- Key delay  50
- Speed min  10
- Speed Max  40

Control RR - I/O
- IN0  I/O
- OUT0  Connect  (I also tried Keyer)
- OUT1  I/O  (I also tried Keyer and Keyer-PTT)
- OUT2  Keyer (I also tried Keyer and Keyer PTT)
- USB RTS  Disabled
- USB DTR on CW Disabled

Radio RR - Keyer
- PTT activated by keyer  Yes
- PTT delay 0

Radio RR - I/O
- OUT0  I/O  (I also tried Keyer)
- OUT1  I/O  (I also tried keyer)
- OUT2  Keyer

I do have a CT-17 to COM2 on the radio side, and USB on the control side. I can use HRD or Icom's RS-BA1 software to manage the radio so that works

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Configuration, RRC 1258 / IC-7100 ... How to setup for CW?

« on: 2024-10-21, 02:48:54 »

I have read the manual, configured it as indicated, then read many posts and I still cannot get CW to operate. I am sure it's a simple config issue that I am overlooking.

Can someone please share the RR Radio, RR Control settings, and if any special function needs to be activated in the IC-7100 radio?

- I have a single paddle connected to "PAD" on the RR control via a stereo cable
- I have a stereo cable connected between the "PAD" on the RR Radio and the "KEY" on the back of the radio

- When I key up, I hear the sidetone on the Control RR but the radio does not TX
- If I raise the volume on the IC-7100 control head, I hear dits and dots (not the proper weight) but the radio refuses to TX
- The radio is set to CW.

What am I missing here???

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General discussion forum / Re: Is the RR-1258 still available?

« on: 2024-03-23, 03:39:57 »

Thanks ... I just asked for a quote w/shipping :-)

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General discussion forum / Is the RR-1258 still available?

« on: 2024-03-16, 02:26:29 »

I live in the USA and I am ready to order from a European rep as there seems to be no US or Canada based distributor.

- Is the 1258 mkII still available?
- What's the best way to order a pair?

Thanks, W4AFK

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Configuration, Webswitch 1216H / Re: 1216H and DCU-2 rotator controller

« on: 2021-02-28, 04:19:46 »

The DCU-2 controller is documented here:

https://static.dxengineering.com/global/images/instructions/hgn-dcu-2.pdf.

Per page 8 of the manual, the DCU-2 protocol is the same as for the DCU-1.

So we will order the DCU-1 adapter :-)

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Configuration, Webswitch 1216H / 1216H and DCU-2 rotator controller

« on: 2021-02-25, 05:41:41 »

Hi again ... we have been using the 1216H + 1216L to control an old HAM-IV rotator controller.

We just got our hands on a new rotator and a DCU-2 digital controller (bought and took down a tower/antenna from another ham who was moving).

- I understand that the 1216H doesn't need the 1216L when using a DCU-1

- Can we use the same procedures to connect the DCU-2 as I read for the DCU-1?

- Any special instructions (I read this post: https://www.remoterig.com/forum/index.php?topic=1632.msg6905#msg6905)

Looking forward to responses

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Configuration, Webswitch 1216H / Re: 1216H generates ~10kHz wide interference on 17m

« on: 2021-02-25, 05:33:26 »

Solved ... We had an older version of the "1216L" and followed Mikael's instructions to solder a 100nF capacitor between two ground planes. Result: The RF noise is gone 

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General discussion forum / 1216H + L rotator control RF interference

« on: 2021-01-01, 22:01:28 »

I am posting this here as there doesn't seem to be any activity in the 1216 section

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We have a 1216H and 1216L at our remote site and control a rotator. I've had the 1216 H + L for several years and finally decided to put them to use as originally planned.

First: It does work, and I can remotely control the rotator (see rotator and motor diagram)

The challenge: What we noticed was that the 1216H (or L) generates very strong interference over ~10kHz 17m and on other bands. The interference will drift when the 1216 is powered on then stabilize, but very strong (see attachment for a snapshot of the interference as captured on a FLEX6400 waterfall) <-- This interference appears at many spots and stops moving after a few minutes that teh 1216 is ON.

The interference seems to be coming from the 1216L and not the H.

The interference also changes center frequency when you rotate the antenna. The noise seems to be radiated via control cable and is picked up by the RF cables running up the tower. If we switch to the antennas on the other side of the garage, the interference is still there but much lower.

Has anyone experienced this type of interference and if so, how did you resolve it?

As a temporary solution, we plan to connect the 1216L DC power to one of the 1216H relays so that we can turn the 1216L "OFF" when we don't need the rotator. We would turn the power ON then use the rotator.

 

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Configuration, Webswitch 1216H / 1216H generates ~10kHz wide interference on 17m

« on: 2020-12-21, 20:48:30 »

We have a 1216H and 1216L at our remote site and control a rotator. I've had these for many years and finally decided to put them to use as originally planned.

First: It does work, and we can remotely control the rotator.

The challenge: What we noticed was that the 1216H (or L) generates very strong interference over ~10kHz 17m and on other bands. The interference changes center frequency when you rotate the antenna and also drifts by itself. The 1216H is connected to the same PSU as the radio.

For what follows, please see the attached drawing

Tried with 1 "GND", 3 "+" and 7 "-"

We know it's "radiated" as if we select an antenna that is on the other side of the garage, the "interference" drops a lot.

The problem definitely appears to come from the connection to the indicator pot (3 and 7). If we run up the webswitch and relay card with no cables attached there is no interference.

Any ideas ?

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General discussion forum / Re: TS-480SAT - Control head to 1258 or body doesn't work with COTS RJ12 cable?

« on: 2018-10-01, 01:43:33 »

Small world LOL. I know Cecil so I'll say hi. Along with PARC, I am a member of the PAPA system and use the analog, DMR and D-Star repeaters.

As for Naples or Carlsbad, well Naples is cheaper. I lived in West Melbourne for ~8 years and just relocated back to EXPENSIVE SoCal :-). I went through the last two hurricanes (Cat 1 on our side). The second one damaged our roof and we were almost flooded (6 more inches) as the retention ponds overflowed and they could not pump the water into the canals as they were also over capacity. We ran our generator for 36+ hours so we didn't lose any food and kept cool with some fans. This is nothing compared to what the west cost of the peninsula got. I hope you did not sustain too much damage.

This being said, although I am not thrilled about the cost of living over here, I do prefer the SoCal climate over the hot, humid and stormy Florida coast. Our daughter lives around 20 miles south of us (Mira Mesa), which also compensates.

I will report back to this thread regarding my data connections so that others can have reference.

73 and I'll share non thread stuff and Cecil's response via E-mail.

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General discussion forum / Re: TS-480SAT - Control head to 1258 or body doesn't work with COTS RJ12 cable?

« on: 2018-09-30, 23:41:49 »

Thanks Mitch, that will be very helpful as I start the setup of the DATA part before moving the radio, RR Radio & PSU to the shed :-)

FYI - RJ12 cable issue - It WAS the two cheap cables I bought at Fry's. The bag says "RJ12 6 pin, 6 connections" but neither cable worked. I even tried tightening the connector to no avail (used my RJ11/12 crimp tool). I am certain that if checked each wire that I would have found some "anomalies".
So ... while at Fry's I bought the last bag of RJ12 (6P) connectors they had and wired my own 6P6C cable. The result? It works great!

Moral - Don't assume that you cannot have two cables from the same 2-cable bag that are both defective. A "good price" is NOT always a bargain LOL.