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® AR-ONE Ultra Wide Band Communications Receiver Operating manual v.2.1 AOR, LTD. March 1, 2010

9 Rear Panel 12. Antenna connector (N type) 13. Standard signal (10 MHz) input connector 14. IF output connector 15. Main power switch 16. DC power

10 1-5-1 Keypad Keypad conventions Most keys have secondary functions, these are printed on the panel. However, due to the restrictions of availabl

11 ATT RF Attenuator. Move the cursor to select the desired parameter. The AUTO selection will work best for most of cases. AGC Automatic Gain Contro

12 OFFSET Push the [FUNC] key, and then push this key to activate/deactivate the frequency offset in duplex mode. AFC Push the [FUNC] key, and then

13 2 Getting started 2-1 Making the AR-ONE ready for operation 2-1-1 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) All relevant operational information is provided via

14 The AR-ONE will take approximately 4 - 5 seconds before information appears on the LCD. This is normal, while the AR-ONE microprocessor generates

15 3. On the bottom of the LCD, a bar will be displayed. Using the SQL control, adjust the desired signal level. 4. Push the ENT key

16 2-4-1-2 Changing frequency using the main tuning dial While in VFO mode, the active VFO frequency may be ‘tuned’ using the rotary main tuning dial

17 In the absence of signal, the background white noise may appear quite loud. For ease of listening, the squelch control should be rotated clockwise

18 Note: Auto-mode is cancelled as soon as the receive mode, tuning step or other related data is changed. Remember that auto-STEP and auto-MODE are

1 Table of contents 1 Introduction ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4 1-1 Introductio

19 The bottom line of the LCD displays the icon “STEP SET” to indicate that the AR-ONE is Waiting for you to change the step size. Use the main tun

20 An appropriate IF filter is automatically selected when auto mode is engaged. However any combination of IF filter and receive mode is possible in

21 When MANU is selected, a desired parameter can be entered between 0 ~ 255 in the Configuration Menu. 2-9 ATTENUATOR Activating the attenuator r

22 2-10 RF AMPLIFIER The AR-ONE features a preamplifier. The LCD icon “a” is used to display the setting in use. To change the RF Amplifier set

23 2-11 OFFSET This function enables the receive frequency to be quickly SHIFTED by a predetermined value, this makes it easy to trac

24 DUPLEX followed by the current offset channel number. Use the main tuning dial or arrow keys to review the offset locations. 2. Push down arrow

25 100 channels. The memory banks are identified by the first BANK number 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. 7, 8 and 9 and the individual channels are numbered f

26 size” are set to the default auto mode. Push the VFO key to set the AR-ONE into VFO mode. Push the 1 key. Push the 2 key. Push the 3 key. Push

27 whatever memory channel you enter. The AR-ONE will display memory channel, mode, text comment (if one was used). The memory channel last used (

28 Push either the right arrow key or left arrow key to select the desired memory bank. Rotate the main tuning dial or push either the up arrow key

2 3 Memory channels and banks ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 24 3-1 Memory channel overview ---------------

29 When SCAN has been selected, only the currently displayed memory bank WHICH CONTAINS DATA will be SCANNED, receive mode and frequency are unimporta

30 Push the FUNC key, and then push the 2 key to start select scan. The direction of scan can be reversed using the main tuning dial knob. To sto

31  LO (lower) start frequency  HI (upper) stop frequency  Receive mode (or set to AUTO MODE)  Step (if auto is not selected)  Text comment

32 5-2-2 Forcing the search to resume If the AR-ONE stops on an unwanted busy frequency, rotate the main tuning dial knob or use the up arrow key or

33 Use the main tuning dial, right arrow key, left arrow key or keypad to select the bank you wish to program or overwrite (The down arrow key is use

34 LO: Input the lower start frequency in MHz format (don’t push the ENT key). Push the down arrow key. HI: Input the higher end (stop) frequency i

35 MODE SET: Use the right arrow key or left arrow key or main tuning dial to select receive mode, the FUNC key is used as a short cut to “AUTO”. Not

36 To accept the data input, push the ENT key. 5-5 Deleting search banks A delete menu is provided so that you can delete program search data (of

37 Push the down arrow key. Using the main tuning dial, keypad, right arrow key or left arrow key, select the desired search bank. The “HI” and “LO”

38 the PASS function before taking action or transmissions may be missed. While stopped on an unwanted frequency, push FUNC and then push the 9 key.

3 6-8 Configure Remote BPS (Baud Rate) ------------------------------------------------- 44 6-9 Configure RMT-ID (Remote ID) -------------------------

39 If pass channels have already been tagged for the current search bank, the icon “PAS” (PASS) will be displayed on the LCD. Push the FUNC key to d

40 BPS Communication data speed setting RMT-ID RS-232C identification address setting DELAY Scan/Search delay setting FREE Scan/S

41 especially in the early days while gaining familiarity of the receiver. To access the configuration menu, push the FUNC key and then push the 7 key

42 To access the configuration menu, push the FUNC key and then push the 7 key. Push the down arrow key to move the cursor to the “LAMP” selection po

43 is set OFF. The default setting for Manual AGC is 255, maximum gain control value. The value can be adjusted according to the receiving conditi

44 level for best reception. Push the ENT key to accept the data and return to a standard display. Alternatively, push the ESC key to abort entry

45 Push the ENT key to accept the data and return to a standard display. Alternatively, push the ESC key to abort entry, or, push the down ar

46 Use the main tuning dial, the right arrow key or the left arrow key to select the desired delay parameters. 2.0s The AR-ONE will wait the speci

47 6-12-1 Configure rear speaker To access the configuration menu, push the FUNC key and then push the 7 key. Push the down arrow key to move the cur

48 6-13 Configure audio filters (HPF / LPF) An audio HPF (High Pass Filter) and a LPF (Low Pass Filter) are available. 6-13-1 Configure audio HPF (hi

4 1 Introduction 1-1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the AR-ONE Ultra Wide Band Communications receiver. The AR-ONE is designed using the ve

49 6-13-2 Configure audio LPF (low pass filter) The audio low pass filter is useful to cut off high tones (allowing low tones to pass) to improve inte

50 AR-ONE checks a selected frequency for activity (taken from one of the 1,000 memory channels periodically). The priority checking is accomplishe

51 6-16 Configure IF output frequency The function enables you to tap the 2nd IF signal (10.7MHz) or the 3rd IF signal (455KHz) from the BNC (marked a

52 7 Computer control Connect the AR-ONE (any of the 2 serial sockets) to your computer’s serial port, using a RS-232C cable terminated in a 9-pin p

53 or specified response should come back from the receiver after confirming the correct command. If no response has been gained after a short while,

54 FREQUENCY RF RFnnnnnnnnnn (entry in Hz format) (VFO mode only) RF RFnn.nn (entry in MHz format) (VFO mode only) Vx Vx nnnnnnnnnn (entry in Hz

55 BANDWIDTH BWn (n: 0 – 8) Auto mode will be disabled by this command n=0 0.5kHz n=1 3.0kHz n=2 6.0kHz n=3 8.5kHz n=4 16kHz n=5 30k

56 AGC (Automatic Gain Control) Acn (n: 0 – 2) n=0 AGC - OFF n=1 AGC - FAST n=2 AGC - SLOW AC n=3 AGC - MIDDLE To read: AC <CR> Respons

57 RF AMP (Amplifier) AMn (n: 0 – 2) n=0 RF AMP OFF n=1 RF AMP ON AM n=2 RF AMP AUTO To read: AM <CR> Response: AMn BFO FREQ (Beat Freq

58 MANUAL GAIN (10.7 MHz AGC) MG MGnnn (nnn: 000 – 255) Default: 255 Note: Available only when the AGC is set to OFF To read: MG <CR> Response

5 Main features:  Super wide coverage: 10 KHz ~ 3.3 GHz (continuous)  1,000 memory channels  10 VFOs  Monitor AM, NFM, WFM, USB, LSB, CW, D

59 AUTO SIGNAL LEVEL LC LCn n:0 Auto Signal Level off n:1 Auto Signal Level on While n is set to 1, and the squelch opens, the signal le

60 BACKLIT DIMMER LDn (n: 0 or 1) n: 0 NORMAL (Default) LD n: 1 DIMM To read: LD<CR> Response: LDn LCD CONTRAST LV LVnn (nn: 00 – 31) (Defaul

61 DELAY TIME (SCAN DELAY AND SEARCH DELAY) DD DDn.n (n.n: 0.0 – 9.9 second) Default: 2.0 sec. nn: FF (hold) To read: DD<CR> Response: DDn.n

62 SIGNAL LEVEL UNIT (in dBμV) – Read only LU LU nnn (-nnn – nnn) dBμV To read: LU<CR> Response: LU nnn SIGNAL LEVEL UNIT (in dBm) – Read only

63 PASS FREQUENCY LIST – Read only PRnn (nn: 01 – 40) Bank number PR00 nnnnnnnnnn PR PR01 nnnnnnnnnn PRmm (mm: 00 – 49) Last channel will be 49 or bla

64 MEMORY DATA LIST – Read only MAn (n: 0 – 9) Bank number, memory data between CH00 to CH10. MA MA Memory data for bank number higher than 10

65 SCAN/SEARCH RE-START SG SGn n= 0 (default) no operation, scan does not automatically resume n= 1 scan resumes after 2 seconds, or after the ti

66 8 RESET Should the AR-ONE appear to behave strangely, normal operation may be easily achieved by resetting the microprocessor. Two scenarios

67 9 SPECIFICATIONS Configuration: Triple conversion super heterodyne Frequency coverage: 10 KHz ~ 3.3 GHz (no gap) Receive mode: AM, NFM, WFM,

68 THD: 20 dB> (< 10 %) Audio Output: 2.0 W (at 8 ohms, THD < 10 %) Power requirement: 13.5 V DC, < 2 A. (@ 1 W audio output) An

6 SAFETY NOTICE – Always disconnect the power supply from the AC outlet when not in use. If used mobile, it should be noted that the AR-ONE has NOT b

69 IF-OUT SIGNAL LEVEL ACCURACY: The on screen SIGNAL level values (dBuV or dBm), as well as the SIGNAL level values streamed through the RS232C

70 10 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES EXT-ONE Separation kit (includes a control head adapter and 16 feet separation cable) MM8600 Mobile mounting bracket (

71 11 LIMITED WARRANTY (USA only) AOR USA, Inc. (AOR) warrants the AR -ONE as described below: AOR will repair or exchange equipment as a result of d

72 Limitations Any and all implied warranties, including those pertaining to merchantability and utility for a specific purpose are limited to the

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7 frequency range, either from the currently displayed frequency traveling upwards (or downwards) in a specified tuning increment (step) or b

8 1-4 Accessories supplied The following items are provided in the carton box: 1 AR-ONE receiver 1 DC power cable 1 Operating manual 1-5 Con