[PCR-1000] TalkPCR

Thu, 9 Jan 2003 13:31:32 -0500

And some more info....

PCR1K units vary a bit !!

The units that have BOTH a speaker and a packet connector may have an
internal jumper to direct the output....  The packet output might not be
controllable, but when switched to speaker it should be.

Frank
 ._._.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Brian Winter" <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, January 09, 2003 9:25 AM
Subject: Re: [PCR-1000] TalkPCR

> additionl info
>
> .... which will only work if you have no jack plug inserted in the EXT-SP
> socket.  Best remove this for initial test in case you have faulty speaker
> or incorrect pc setup
>
>
>
> Of course we could all be barking up the wrong tree.
>
> *** as mentioned before double click volume control to mute/unmute
>
> *** you can also double click squelch control to defeat any squelch
> setting - you should hear noise whatever freq
>
> *** Note that there are some combinations of setup which are invalid. eg
> 230k bandwidth will only work on WBFM.  WBFM will only work with 50k or
230k
> filter.  Suggest you try either
> 1. somewhere in airband   eg 125.000,000  AM and 6k filter for some
squeaks
> and farts. turn up the volume to suit
> 2. a local FM broadcast freq around 98 -108 Mhz  WBFM and 230k filter
>
> tyr clicking the small BS button (bottom middle - its not what you might
> think !!).  You should get a default display with vertical bars showing
> carriers - this might at least prove your radio is switched on.
>
>
>
> Theres something else which is slightly misleading for the new user:-
> You may have
> * started the software
> * clicked AGREE on the slash screen
> * waited a few seconds to get the "Com Error" screen
> * pressed "Run as Demo"
>
> This will display the prog correctly but give the "mute" (um deaf really)
> symptoms you report.  You are not actually connected to the radio, but
> you're operating the s/w a standalone demo mode - ideal for those who
don't
> have a radio but wish to evaluate the software.
>
>
> Suggest you start software again
> * click AGREE on the slash screen
> * wait a few seconds to get the "Com Error" screen
> * press "Change Com Port" and select the com port you think you have your
> radio on. Press "Try again"
> * If it "dings" and returns the "Com Error" screen then either you have
> selected incorrect com port or power is not connected to your radio.
> * If all is well you should be in business
>
>
> Let us know the outcome so we can help others
>
> thks & gd luck
> bw
>
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Skip Flem" <[email protected]>
> To: <[email protected]>
> Sent: Thursday, January 09, 2003 1:18 PM
> Subject: RE: [PCR-1000] TalkPCR
>
>
> > All I use is the UNIT speaker and have had NO problems...
> >   Works GREAT!!!
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: [email protected]
> > [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Robbins, Matty
> > Sent: Thursday, January 09, 2003 7:16 AM
> > To: [email protected]
> > Subject: RE: [PCR-1000] TalkPCR
> >
> > what do you mean by main cord
> > at the back of the receiver you have a line out (its like an earphone
> > connector) this you should connect to the line in or mic in of your
> > sound
> > card
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]]
> > Sent: Thursday, January 09, 2003 12:53 PM
> > To: [email protected]
> > Subject: RE: [PCR-1000] TalkPCR
> >
> >
> > Are you talking about the main cord?
> > > Bill
> > > no you need to connect the output of your pcr1000 to a line in of the
> > sound
> > > card and make sure that it is not muted and then you will hear it via
> > the
> > > computer speakers
> > > Matty
> > >
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]]
> > > Sent: Thursday, January 09, 2003 10:28 AM
> > > To: [email protected]
> > > Subject: RE: [PCR-1000] TalkPCR
> > >
> > >
> > > matty
> > >
> > > did you have to plug your computer speakers into your unit? I had to
> > > unplug my speacker from my computer and plug it into the back of my
> > unit
> > > for it to play through my computer. Is that right?
> > >
> > > Bill
> > > > Hi Bill
> > > > I am using the demo version and it work fine
> > > > maybe you don't have the com port set correctly
> > > > Matty
> > > >
> > > > -----Original Message-----
> > > > From: Bill & Tammie [mailto:[email protected]]
> > > > Sent: Thursday, January 09, 2003 5:54 AM
> > > > To: Undisclosed-Recipient:;@mailman.qth.net;;
> > > > Subject: [PCR-1000] TalkPCR
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > I just got my PCR-1000 in the mail today and I tried to use the demo
> > > talkpcr
> > > > and I can't hear a thing. I can use the software that cam with it
> > and it
> > > > works fine. What the deal? Do you have to buy the full version to
> > hear
> > > > anything?
> > > >
> > > > Bill
> > > >
> >
> >
> > _________________________________________________________________
> > PCR-1000 Mailing List
> > Post Address: [email protected]
> > Subscribe / Unsubscribe:
> > http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/pcr-1000
> > Mailman FAQ and Users Guide
> > http://mailman.qth.net/faq.htm
> >
>
> _________________________________________________________________
> PCR-1000 Mailing List
> Post Address: [email protected]
> Subscribe / Unsubscribe:
> http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/pcr-1000
> Mailman FAQ and Users Guide
> http://mailman.qth.net/faq.htm
>

---
Outgoing email Certified Virus Free.
Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com).
Version: 6.0.435 / Virus Database: 244 - Release Date: 12/30/02