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Welcome to TRX-Manager V5 !Welcome to TRX-Manager, an interactive software for HAMRadio Operators! TRX-manager supports almost all the functions of mo

The TRX-Manager's band decoder emulates a Yaesu radio on pins 2-5 of a parallel port (otherband data formats are possible). Parallel port can als

very quickly during a session.InterfacingThe copy toolbar's button lets you copy the current data's ( callsign frequency modedate) into the

Monitoring. The activated controls, the shape and appearance of the window depend on thetype of transceiver: Levels window (FTDX-1200)Lastly if you ne

Split operation Various functions make Split operation much easier... Quick Up/Dn functionThe Monitoring's Quick Up/Dn function allows you switch

- This function is only usable if RX=VFOA and TX=VFOB- While TFS/XFC/TXW is activated, the Monitoring loop stops and VFO A can NOT be tuned(improper c

Undo RedoThe Undo and Redo functions (main Toolbars) are running in conjunction with the Monitoringwindow. They recall the last visited frequencies.Wh

S-Meter and Multi-MeterThe S-Meter of the Monotoring features two modes of operation/three appearances to beselected from the Transceiver/Layout dial

the signal values for the last 30 seconds.Auxiliary Meter (E-Meter)If feedback of meter data is supported by your transceiver, please choose the value

Repeater settingsFor transceivers which support the corresponding commands by computer, TRX-Managerprovides control of various parameters needed for r

TransverterTRX-Manager provides settings for a Transverter from the Preferences/Band Plan tab.By checking this option in the Transverter frame (Band P

Frequency editingDirect inputThe EDIT/VFO menu (F2) opens the VFO window and allows for edition of the currentfrequency (VFO ). Please note TRX-Manag

Installing TRX-ManagerTRX-Manager is installed by a program which copies the required files and registers the systemresources.Preparing your system fo

Graphic tuningIn the lower part of the Monitor Window is an advanced - mouse sensitive (when highlighted)- tuning control. The combo box (on the right

corresponding digits.Variable ScanningBy holding the left mouse's button and moving the mouse pointer on the right or the left ofthe cursor you e

Tuning knob and ScanningTuning KnobThere are two methods to control the VFO button according to the position of the Dialswitch. Fast button makes it p

By default, the FAST digit tuning option is NOT checked. In that case :- FAST Button NOT checked : a short click allows a precise tuning digit by digi

Scanning dialog From the Scanning dialog, you may define:the Lower and Upper scanning limits (MHz)the Center frequency (MHz) and the scanning Range

Keyboard tuningThe F2 or F3 function keys lets you direct input Frequencies for RX or TX. If Monitoring or DXBar are highlighted, a manual scanning is

Joystick ControlFrequency tuning and some other functions can be carried out with a PC games joystick or ahome made one. Joystick control is supported

Buttons The buttons have the following functions:button 1 (trigger): this button stops the scanning immediatelybuttons 2 & 6: centers the action

Wiring a Joystick NoteSound card inputs are rare on recent computers. An USB to game port connectors is a possible andinexpensive solution.Page 118

Memory channels overviewGenerally you can toggle the channel memory mode quickly from the Monitoring by selecting avalid channel (using the small arro

You may browse AppData\Local\TRX-Manager from the Parameters\Browse submenu.TRX-Tools.exe (distributed with TRX-Manager) lets you browse all the folde

Please take your time to test it before you purchase the program!Page 120

Editing the memory channelsDirect editing of memory channels is very easy from the Edit/Memory Window. Most ofsupported parameters may be edited.You

Displaying the channelsYou can view all the content of your memory using the Display/Memory Channels submenuor the following tool bar button . You on

Skip : Changes the status for scanningHide : Hides/Unhides the channel (see the manual of the transceiver)Page 123

Scanning the channelsA scanning “by soft” is possible using the Transceiver/Channels/Scanning submenu.The software provides a signal level floor (S-

Creating memory filesThe program allows you to create memories files on hard disk using the TRX-Manager's fileformat (.MEM) or the FTBasic's

Files formatWhen you save memories (from the Transceiver menu) the software creates a file with thename of your choice and extension .mem as default.

INFO.DAT fileThis file is used to store the current “information” for your memories. It is a text file with:A literal information for each channel (2

Band scope overviewThe band scope function gives a pleasant view of the band activity and provides graphictuning of your transceiver. TRX-Manager need

Red=S9+60dB) ; it is possible to toggle at any time from FS to TFS using the TFS button . Please note that the TFS mode takes a while to draw all the

If the folders and registry structure (32/64bits), screen resolution are the SAME on bothcomputers you may use the TRX-Manager.reg file to restore yo

Band scope parametersMode (Auto by default)The software scans in CW mode. This is because, in this mode, generally AGC delay isswitched to FAST by the

Sub Transceiver PanelUp to three Sub-Transceivers can be controlled at the same time simultaneously with theMain Transceiver. The Sub-Transceiver cont

Other functionsBand selectionFor each band, the software retains the last visited frequency like a band stack register butunrelated with those of your

DX Spots From the DXClusteror the WebCluster windows, you may send spots to a Sub-Transceiverwithout opening the corresponding panel and/or even if i

The DX Bar windowThe DX Bar window (in the Tools/DX Bar submenu) synthesizes the most importantinformation and controls of TRX-Manager for the Operat

Rotator When a spot has been activated, the corresponding azimuth is graphically displayed. TheRotate button controls the rotator and will move it to

NoteOn some systems or computers, opening the DX-Bar window prevents the system menu of themain window from working (especially Maximize, Exit). In th

Quick memories (QMB)The Quick Memories of TRX-Manager are - by definition - simple and quick to use. Using theQuick Memories is recommended in real-ti

The context menu (right click) provides various operations with the quick memories andespecially direct editing. The Open and Save manages various f

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Getting startedPlease run TRX-Manager from the Start menu.Your first session (Setup)For your first session the software prompts you to choose the Lang

Current SpotThe Current Spot may be the name of the current channel in use, the SW station being listento or the last DX-Spotset from a DX-Clusteror a

How to change the modes ?TRX-Manager provides important functions to automate the selection of modes and filtersaccording to your preferences. The Aut

For the Main Transceiver, you may associate a Mode and a Filter by entering your settingsfrom the Preferences dialog under Transceiver. This selection

(*) In CW (especially with TS-2000 TS-480 and K3), it is important you introduce the exactvalue of thePitch (Preferences under Transceiver) in order t

Macro buttonsThe Monitoring, Sub-Transceiver and Remote windows have configurable Function buttons(or Macro). The Monitoring window supports up to 30

Macro dialog appears after a right click on a macro buttonsSelecting a predefined functionIf you select a function, please make sure the function is a

Multiple commandsMultiple commands (in a chain) are possible; the multiple commands are separated by a slash "/"(ICOM, Others) and/or a del

Audio Gain (Kenwood)ExampleICOM : Command for AF gain is 14010000 to 14010255. Syntax = 1401**** (4 digits required)with Min=0 and Max=255 KENWOOD :

Band PlanTRX-Manager implements various functions related to the Band Plan. When you runTRX-Manager for the first time, you are prompted to define you

Automatic mode switching By checking Auto Mode, automatic mode switching is selected by default at startup. It isalways possible to activate/deactivat

If necessary, you can also access more controls from the Levelswindow (Transceiver/Levels submenu).InternetTRX-Manager uses Internet Explorer's s

Band DecoderTRX-manager can control external accessories (such as automatic selection of antenna, linearamplifier, external controller) by using band

Select a free COM port and fill in the settings accordingly (do not select Handshaking if yourcontroller does not use it: this may lock up the program

LPT Band Switch (default = BAND Checked)The length of each string is limited to 8 characters.The band decoder can also be used to send the Transceiver

If the commands are documented using ASCII numbers - like chr$(044) - you have totranslate ASCII commands into HEXA Decimal: 44 (ascii) = 2C (hexa)...

Single Operator Four Radios (SO4R)Under TRX1, SO4R check box enables support for Single Operator Four Radios operation.SO4R has the following (optiona

Multikeyer interface by Bob KI2L Example 2 : Controlling the state of your linear amplifierA specific PIN of the LPT port may be assigned to control t

main program folder. If a TRXi.reg file is found the registry keys are set up for thecorresponding transceiver (TRX1.REG for TRX1... - TRX4.REG for TR

Drag and DropTRX-Manager provides fast transfers of frequencies by using drag and drop. How to ? The drag and drop feature is possible from/between so

PTT SwitchingBy default, TRX-manager uses a CAT command for RX/TX switching and you don't have toconfigure PTT switching!However, if this CAT fun

interface: in that case, this line (RTS or DTR) can NOT be used for PTT Switching (see thedocumentation of your interface). (2) If your transceiver re

Activating the Previous session option 3) About Time and Date Frequently asked question:When in edit mode (Normal QSO mode) the Log time is 24 hour Zu

PTT Keying is selected using the CW PortCW Port is COM 13, CW Keying uses DTRPTT Keying is done by RTS on COM13How to toggle from RX to TX (PTT) Switc

Synchronization TRX-Manager can synchronize - via an RS232 port - between the transceiver under thecontrol of TRX-Manager and any external device or s

4) By default the Synchronization is only activated for the main transceiver. If SO4Ris checked (Setup/TRX1), synchronization is also effective for th

avoids frequent and undesired tuning of the controller near the limits of a segment. Ck Buffer checked is recommended with STPIR. If checked, the prog

processor/buffer - THEREFORE - some functions like HOME or CALIBRATE do not always work asexpected. PLEASE note the appropriate information in these i

and COM3 are connected using a null-modem cable. Now TRX-Manager is under the control of yourlogging program like if it is a Kenwood transceiver... De

does not poll the transceiver and uses internal data. It is NOT recommended you use this protocol to synchronize a logging software but only tosynchro

NAP3 (Setup-IF panel): Note recommanded Rig timing with TRX-Manager Page 167

High Precision S-MeterA high precision S-Meter is installed with TRX-Manager. It is a separate application (\TRX-Meter\ TRX-Meter.exe) running with TR

fixed and not changed. The values read by TRX-Meter are affected by this correction. From TRX-Meter press the CAL. button. Calibration must be done fo

Graphical interface and preferencesThe program allows choosing various preferences from the Preference submenu. Each Tab ofthe Preferences dialog boxe

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Linear amplifiers - OverviewTRX-Manager makes the use of linear amplifiers easier by providing various functions toautomate real-time settings.Related

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Linear-Reminder - OperationEven if you don't own an automatic - CAT controlled - linear amplifier, this little module can bevery useful to help y

Linear-ReminderOPR (Standby/Operate)The Linear Reminder provides a Standby/Operate function (OPR). This function requiresa Relay inserted in the PTT l

When an alarm happens, please press OK to turn off alarm and re-activate the transmitter orthe amplifier.If Auto is NOT activated, only Cross-band con

Linear-Reminder - SettingsThe Linear Reminder module allows numerous settings and configurations. From the LinearReminder window, click to open the L

Or any preset value of your choice (in W). If the preset value = 0W, the program uses thecurrent power as default. Tune modeThis frame defines the wa

Available options for using a digital wattmeter from the Linear-Reminder module are:Scale of the wattmeter, PTT SWR! Alarm: Keys up the transmitter

Linear-Reminder - Assisted TuneThe Linear-Reminder module measures the Gain of your amplifier and offers acomputer assisted tuning method. This last f

Custom buttonsIt is possible to associate up to five buttons with any program of your choice. Please openthe Preference submenu, under software, to as

Measuring Drive powerPlease REPEAT the same operation while using Tune F. (Drive full power WITHOUT amplifier).Then, gradually, as you are Tuning and

Drive power value lost!Notes(a) If you don't have Relay control by TRX-Manager, please set up your amplifier toStandby/Operate manually and press

WarningIt is important you do not try to maximize Gain which can only result in a signal of poor quality andmay damage your amplifier. The objective o

TRX-AcomTRX-Acom software computer controls the ACOM2000A automatic amplifier manufactured byACOM. TRX-Acom.exe is distributed with TRX-Manager; it ma

TRX-AcomTOP button keeps TRX-Acom always on top of all other windows. TRACKbutton connects TRX-Manager and TRX-Acom together via OLE. Once TRACK is ON

CAT if your transceiver supports setting up RF Power via TRX-Manager, please check POWERVIA CAT and preset required RF Power values in Watts (*) for

Remote control overviewTRX-Manager lets you operate any transceiver by remote control through a LAN (through alocal area network or the Internet) and

The Transceiver/Remote TRXsub-menu opens the remote control window which allowssetting up your network and controlling the remote station (Transceive

Remote control SettingsAll settings are defined from the Remote TRX window (Transceiver/Remote TRXsubmenu).WarningThis section describes the specific

UDP: If your computers are connected to the Internet through a Router, you have to configureyour Router to route all incoming packets to the correspo

If the associated icon is not properly extracted (like with MS-DOS programs), please copy thedesired icon (16 X 16 pixels) into the TRX-Manager's

available with a registered version of the program).1.4) Packet control onlyAddress of the server station : 0 to 9 (the SERVER station must have an a

Typical setup for SERVER and CLIENT using UDP protocolSummary of the main steps1.Configure TRX-Manager from the base station (SERVER) as if remote con

small messages to SERVER is possible. However, this capability is essentially written fordebugging and should not be used during normal operation.If t

some specific ports. 2) Communication stopsMake sure Watch-Dog is enabled with the same settings on both computersMake sure your IPs have not change

Remote control operationThe Remote interface of the Remote TRX window is simple to use and allows controllingmost of the functions of the Remote sta

Additional macro buttons and sliders are provided to support specific commands for yourparticular transceiver (see also: Macro buttons).Manual scann

communication may be a disconcerting factor with a paddle. Paddle EchoBack must bechecked (see also Winkey configuration).NoteTRX-Manager (CLIENT) do

not supported by the Monitoring window can be used from the IP Control window. The Levelswindow is not available in this mode (see Real Control mode f

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Audio transmisionTRX-Manager does not support audio transmission many solutions to transfer the audio fromSERVER <->CLIENT has been described b

Quick Memories Programmable Band PlanDrag and drop of frequencies between windowsOLE Link, compatibility with LOGic, SwisslogHigh precision S-Met

You may choose to display the icons related to each tab by checking the Icons check box (Preferences under Software). Note, on some PC, the size of ic

Remote control SyntaxYou don't need to learn this syntax; the commands are generated by the programautomatically. In case you develop your own in

Split : SP 0-1 TRX0=SP1;Sub RX : SU 0-1 TRX0=SU1;TX/RX : TX 0-1 TRX0=TX1;AutoMode : AU0-1 TRX0= AU0;VFO : VF 0-2 TRX0=VF0

AF Volume : AF Volume (0-255) TRX0=AF25;RF Level : RF Level (0-255) TRX0=RF25;VOX : VX 0-1 TRX0= VX1;CW : KY string TRX0=KYCQ C

Connect (*) : RC 0-1 (Packet: connection, RC1 enables S1/S2 buttons) TRX0=RC1;IP(disconnects user only)Scanning : SG 0-1STEPPIR : SRx (x: H=HOM

OFF : 0ON : 1VFO A : 0VFO B : 1VFO C : 2 (=CH)LSB : 0USB : 1CW : 2AM : 3FM : 4RTTY : 5PKT : 66K : 42.4K : 32.0K : 20.5K : 3

0.25K : 4Band : 0->13(Gen->70cm)CH : 1-99p : LPT Port (1-4)i : 0/1/- State for pins 2 to 9 (for LPT Port p) : 0=low state 1= hi

Real remote control modeFor expertsThe function described below is only available for the TS-480 TS-590S/SG TS-2000/B2000, ElecraftK2 K3 KX3 and ICOM

CW Keyer: 2 possibilities1.REMOTE selected as com port from the Setup/CW Tab (CW Internal, if available isequivalent). You use your keyboard for CW K

Alternatives to the remote control functionWhile the TRX-Manager's standard remote control mode (A) is economical, powerful and simpleto use, and

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Setting time and geographical positionYou have to set up the parameters for Time via the Preferences submenu under Location .By default, TRX-Manager u

Web ServerTRX-Manager’s Web Server is a very different and alternative approach to the standardremote control via Packet or IP.Thanks to a Web interfa

Setting up a Linksys RouterNote : this setting does not affect Web activities for other computers of the local networksince it only affects incoming r

<body onload="window.scrollTo(0, 1)"> hides the URL bar on the Safari browser.<meta name="viewport" content="width=3

TRX-Manager from a SmartPhone (Android)Implemented controls are simple and easy to understand. The interface is compact enough todisplay on small scre

to activate the Web Server by clicking the OPEN button. If this test is successful, either theaddresses are wrong or your router is not properly confi

Disabling Dual Control (for experts)TRX-Manager - by default - features a "dual control" of the transceiver: any action on the rigis detecte

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Sending CWTRX-Manager provides a small terminal (Tools/CW Keyer) for transmission (but not thereception) of Morse code. You may use :The TRX-Manager&

Sensitive image Move the mouse over the picture for more informationTipsIt is suggested that only experienced CW operators use this interface… it is a

The Stop button (CTRL+F12) stops the transmission (sometime with a delay). Thedetection of a TX interrupt command also stops the transmission immedi

Dates and Times are displayed according to the format defined for Windows : please setthese preferences from the Windows's Regional Settings Pane

CW Interface settingsThis section describes how to configure the TRX-Manager for CW Keying:A : TRX-Manager as CW Generator B : Keying using the intern

Serial interface using a reed relay Serial interface using a transistor (positive keying - not isolated)On a DB25 serial port connector, pin 20 is DTR

An important parameter is the priority you grant to the CW transmission compared to theother programs. Indeed, Windows is a pre-emptive multitasking s

Auto TXIn CW, automatic switch of the station into TX is done normally by the Break-In or the VOXof the transceiver. In certain cases (use of a linear

2.Switch into TX directly from the transceiver 3.Check that the monitoring indicates TX... in the Status box.If your transceiver does not communicate

CW MacrosThe CW macros are predefined fields made up of the current parameters such as yourcallsign but also that of the station you're working,

[DATE] : current date - Windows format (Date tab) [TIME] : current time [STX] : serial number (contest) NotePlease do not edit t

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NoteYou must press the CQ Sequencing button and the corresponding message button to engage theloop.Page 228

CQ SequencingTRX-manager includes a sophisticated CQ sequencer. Principle The cycle button makes it possible to launch a loop of CQ calls (or any oth

Windows layoutTRX-manager features various functions relating to the windows.Position and size of the windowsAll the windows can be laid out on the sc

CW Characters setTRX-Manager provides support for most of the Morse characters. However some charactersare not used very often and thus ignored by mos

Winkey InterfaceTRX-Manager provides extensive (local) support for the K1EL's Winkey & Winkey2 interface. Winkey2, WKUSBTRX-Manager automatic

Winkey configuration dialogENLARGE the window if this icon does not appearPlease see Winkey's user manual for more information about the paramete

Change Speed Buffered and Cancel Buffered Speed Change functions are supportedby inserting macros into your messages : [S:wpm] : to change Speed and

CW Skimmer InterfaceCW Skimmer by Alex VE3NEA is a panoramic, multi-channel CW decoder and analyzer.How to synchronize with CWSkimmerTRX-Manager provi

frequency (LO Frequency) and the Pitch . Some adjustements of LO frequency may berequired to synchronize the programs.2.You use a panoramic adapter ce

Using TRX-Manager and CW Skimmer together (Telnet Link)NotePlease launch TRX-Manager BEFORE CW Skimmer (to prevent CW Skimmer from opening the serialp

DXCC WindowTRX-Manager searches for geographical information from the prefix of a station. This feature isactivated from the Display/DXCC info… (F7)su

TRX-Manager determines the country starting from the left character : it may be necessary toforce a country by adding the corresponding identifier or

DXCC Award statusTheARRL DX Century Club awardstatus for a given country may be displayed from the DXCCWindow. This ability is only provided for QSOs

Reorganization of the windowsThe Windows menu offers the standard Windows's functions:Cascade : positions all the windows in cascading fashion. T

Please see how to update the DXCC codes to understand the program's limitations.More reportsThis DXCC information has been conceived as a real-t

Updating the DXCC codesTo calculate the DXCC status, TRX-Manager uses the DXCC field and not the country or thecallsign fields. That means this functi

Deleted countriesTRX-Manager is not able to distinguish QSOs worked with deleted countries from thoseworked with active countries. All QSOs will be as

164 MANCHURIA 178 MINERVA REEF 183 DUTCH BORNEO 184 NETHER N. GUNIEA 186 NEWFOUNDLAND/LAB 193 OKINAWA 194 OKINO TORI-SHIMA 196 PALESTINE 198 PAPUA TER

VUCC AwardTRX-Manager provides various function to track the progression of your VUCC (VHF/UHFCentury Club Award ). From the DXCC Window TRX-Manager d

IOTA AwardTRX-Manager support IOTA Award tracking (Island on the Air, RSGB) .IOTA InformationThe IOTA Icon opens the IOTA information window. The I

Selection by Continent or Region is possible (WI=West Indies, BI=British islands, AI=AntarticIslands).IOTA Summary Page 246

WAZ, WAS SummaryThe Display/Awards WAZ WAS submenus open the summary for WAZ (Worked AllZones) or WAS (Worked All States).WAZ and WAS have a very s

DDFM and DPF awardsTRX-Manager can calculate the progression towards the DDFM award (award of thedepartments of the Metropolitan France) and the DPF a

Other AwardsOther awards or reports can be computed, displayed and saved from the Logbook's Explorer.The first action is to select the valid QSOs

Database GridsTRX-Manager uses configurable grids (Infragistics Data Widget 3 library) to display thedatabase ( SW List, LogBook, Prefix...). This se

Prefix and Special Callsigns data base editingAny modification of the Prefix database or of the Special Callsigns database may beperformed by opening

Editing the Special CallSigns databaseEditing the Prefix databaseWarningsThe format of the Prefix and DXCC table must strictly match the format requir

The Prefix tableThis table keeps all prefix combinations and associations (2800 entries)... The Prefix tableincludes the following fields Prefix - DXC

Azimuth informationEach time you type a new callsign in the DXCC window, TRX-Manager shows thecorresponding azimuthand DXCC award information and repo

Rotator controlTRX-Manager can control a rotator via a com port or a DDE interface.SettingsIt is possible to define up to two rotators from the Setup

You must indicate the path of the EXE file (interface) in the Setup's panel. If the interfacedoesn't work properly, please exit the interfac

Because of the ease of remote controlling, you may forget the mechanical limitations of yourrotator: please make sure that you read and respect the fa

DX mapTRX-Manager provides an azimuthal projection of the 25 last DX-Spots or the NCDXF's HFBeacons. This feature may be activated from the Web C

Any left click on map draws a vector to aim the direction. You only have to press the rotatorbutton to rotate the antenna.Loading a mapThis projectio

HF Propagation PredictionsTRX-Manager includes HF Propagation predictions via the F2 Layer from the DXCC window. Displaying the predictionsOnce DXCC I

moving the splitterColoursOdd lines uses Windows default colours ; colour of even lines may be set from the Preferencedialog under Software.Saving a l

Short/Long (Path) buttons are activated, by clicking the DX Map you may obtain prediction for the corresponding zone, predictions are calculated fo

Interface with DX AtlasTRX-Manager provides an interface with DX Atlas written by Alex VE3NEA.DX Atlas DownloadAfreet Software, Inc.www.dxatlas.comIn

Path from your station to the DX From the DXMap, you can click on the DXAtlas button on its toolbar, which then shows thepath between the spotters and

VUCC progression displayed by DXAtlas • Possible problemsIf you launch DX Atlas from TRX-Manager, you will have the preferences for DX Atlasdefined b

Interface with Google EarthTRX-Manager provides an interface with Google Earth. The Google Earth application (V5 orlater) must be installed on your co

Logbook: Selection of QSOsFrom The DX Cluster, Web Cluster... the context menu allows you to display the position ofthe selected station while from th

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Log book overviewTRX-Manager is not a conventional logging program but provides a very intuitive real-timelogging... TRX-Manager uses the very reliabl

An editing tab to input a new QSOor edit an existing QSO, A listing tab using a configurable grid for a general view of the data base, QSOselectio

column buttonSortingTo sort a column, you have to select this column by selecting any record from this column orthe header ; an action on and button

Ultra Fast Logging: If checked, pressing F12 or Enter (depending on your choice)populates the fields and saves the QSO in one click (however, only if

Logging a new QSOPress the new QSO button (or Ctrl-N) to create a new QSO. The button looks as ifdepressed and the title bar shows : New QSO. Please

Different buttons have an automatic recall function for some of the current data suchas DX-Spot,DXCC country - continent - date - hour - frequency -

while QSL_VIA is for the QSL Manager (if required), the QSL_SENT_VIA field is related tothe way you send the QSL :B=Bureau D=Direct E=ElectronicSavin

Editing a QSOTo select a QSO for edition, you click the corresponding row of the Listing to make thatQSO current. Then select Edit tab and the lo

The QuickLog window (Duplicate context submenu)A multiple selection function is provided for deleting, logging OFF, QSL=Y and exportingstatus by selec

QSO Search, SortingVarious searches or selections of QSOs can be performed using the Select function/menu of the Logbook: Quick search for the curren

Searching by call signYou only have to type the desired callsign (or a part of a callsign) to search and press OK :the only matching QSO's will b

Logbook's ExplorerThe Explorer tab of the Logbook displays a hierarchical view of the database. This verypowerful and easy to use function (cou

When you click a QSO ( Worked, Confirmed) it is displayed under the Edit tab and youmay modify its content. The Contest and Dupes options allow disp

Saving your parametersSaving your parametersThe Parameters/Save Parameters subenu saves all your current settings (Setup andPreferences) into a reg fi

TipsWhen you work with the Logbook's Explorer, it is advised to close the Monitoring and windowsin order to improve the speed of the program, S

Advanced searches and reportsThe Advanced tab of the Log book's Searchdialog box allows you to select recordsusing SQL queries. Some SQL queri

Enumerating SELECT DISTINCT STATE FROM LOGBOOK WHERE QSL_RCVD='Y' AND (DXCC = 291 OR DXCC =110 OR DXCC = 6) AND STATE <> ' '

Printing the Log bookPrinting of the essential data is provided via the corresponding tool bar button . If a search is in progress (Select button pr

QSL Labels printingPrinting QSL labels is possible from the Logbookby pressing the button of the toolbar. Selecting the QSOs The program prints the l

The message (to be defined from the Preferences or the Log Book) may include the following joker * which will be replaced by the Name. Example: Lauren

Opening and creating a new Log bookCreating a new Log book is easy by using the Openbutton . You have to choose the MDB extension and to type -if nec

Contest Mode The TRX-Manager’s Contest mode allows contesting without necessarily using specializedsoftware. In Contest mode, the Logbook is configur

ccccccccccccc.rrr.iiiiiiiiEach character represents a field and the number of characters = the length of the field, asfollow: Once these data are com

Info rcvd (RX)cccccccccc.nnnn.p.tt.iii Info sent (TX)cccccccccc.nnnn.iiiiiiiiIn that case, data sent (p ck sec) are concatenated in the STX_STRING fie

Saving, restoring your personal filesSee also : Installation, Reinstallation and the note about the TRX-Manager's foldersstructureAll temporary a

Logbook in Contest modeCW Toolbars activatedDupes are indicated by a red squareSome useful shortcuts (*):Click « Enter » while the cursor is in the C

- Press F1 for a new call...StatisticsIn this current version of TRX-Manager, no detailed statistics are provided. However, you canget some useful inf

Importing and exporting the Log book -overviewTRX-Manager is able to export data using ADIF (Amateur Data Interchange Format), LOG-EQF (V8 & V9)

Importing is done by pressing the Open button of the Logbook ; the choice of the formatis made through the Windows common dialog box (Open… ) :Durin

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Logbook Of The World TRX-Manager can create files for submission of your logbook to the ARRL's Logbook of theworld (LOTW) as well as update your

Exports only QSOs with Export field checked QSO are unchecked after you click SIGNS(TQSL)The LOTW button opens the LOTW WebSite using your login and p

QSL_RCVD is updated to D for all values of QSL_RCVD (Y excepted) If the new digitally confirmed QSO has valid fields for CQ Zone , ITU Zone, State, Gr

From the LoTW dialog ( Logbook), click LIST and select the list using the text format(.txt). TRX-Manager creates a database (lotwusers.mdb) with (kn

ADIF formatThe ADIF format was created to permit easy and direct transfer of data between variousamateur programs. For more information about ADIF ple

The software runs under any 32 bits or 64 bits version of Windows (Except NT3.51) andsupports the following transceivers defined as Main transceiver:Y

UninstallationEasy and clean uninstallation is provided by using Windows utilities.Automatic uninstallationThe software may be fully uninstalled using

Terminal overviewThe terminal module provides text-data exchange and processing of DX-Spots through amulti-mode controller (TNC) and/or via Telnet. Th

The sizeable terminal window shows 4 tabs:The TNC tab is used to communicate with the controller, Telnet1 and Telnet2 tabs are used to establish Tel

also Telnet connections)Special functions and features Different special features may be accessed from the tool bar, the lower frame or by doubleclick

Full window (toggle): This buttons stretches the receive area so it fits the window. Azimuthal projection : this button creates an azimuthal projectio

Setting up the TNC parametersSetting the serial port is made via the Parameters/Setup dialog box under Terminal. Firstcheck the TNC Enabled option the

Telnet connectionsThe Terminal of TRX-Manager makes it possible to establish two Telnet sessions (TCPprotocol) simultaneously with distant computers/s

The main status bar of the program displays the system messages (especially errors related totelnet connections).Addresses of DX-Cluster serversVariou

Attempting to connect to a server for which you do not have access rights may be regarded asan intrusion and exposes you to possible prosecution.Page

Function buttonsProgrammable commands are available to control the TNC by using the Terminal's functionbutton (1-10, A1-H1, A2-H2). For each butt

DX Cluster ™If you connect a DX-Cluster through the Terminal module (via the Internet and/or Packetradio), TRX-Manager analyzes and displays the DX-S

Troubleshooting guide: Installation and usePlease read all!This section summarises the most frequent problems (communications excepted) encountereddur

If Manual is checked, you can select specific bands If HAM is checked, TRX-Manager rejects spots outside of HAM segments (as definedin Band Plan) Fi

ExampleSpot Status is checked (default). TRX-Manager computes the DXCC Status for all SpotsDE<5000km is checked (recommended). All spots coming fr

A : Confirmed (C), Worked (W), New (N) for BAND B : Confirmed (C), Worked (W), New (N) for MODE C : Confirmed (C), Worked (W), New (N) for BAND+MODE D

If a Split condition is specified in the comment field, a powerful algorithm (but not infallible !)calculates the TX frequency and sets the transmit f

DX Tracking ListTRX-Manager allows you to automatically track of particular callsigns through the DX Cluster spots, the Web Cluster spots or WOTA lis

Sound announcesAbility to play WAV file for sound announcement when receiving DX-Spots or particularmessages from a BBS or Cluster is given. TRX-Manag

You wish playing the MAIL.WAV sound announce when receiving (in the Terminal) the followingmessage : You have new mail from You have to enter the foll

DX Spots BroadcastingTRX-Manager allows you broadcasting DX Spots received from a Telnet server via Packet. To engage this function, please select the

Link with Telnet clientsRunning a Telnet client and getting the DX Spots into TRX-Manager is possible provided yourTelnet client supports TCP/IP links

Web Cluster overviewThe software processes DX-Spots available on some Internet WEB Clusters (http). TipIn most cases, it is more efficient to connect

Some anti-virus using Heuristic analysis are prone to display false positive warnings. If you geta message like "Windows cannot access the specif

http://new.dxsummit.fi/api/v1/spots?content_type=csv&include=5MHz- To obtain the last 100 spots (&limit= 100) onHFhttp://new.dxsummit.fi/api/v

Manual loading is done using the or buttons. When the Timer button looks as if isdepressed, extractions are automatic according to your Preferenc

Web Cluster's spotsOnce a page of spots has been loaded, the program offers various functions for each spot. Significance of the icons and filter

C : Confirmed (C), Worked (W), New (N) for BAND+MODE D : Confirmed (C), Worked (W), New (N) for all BANDS and MODES DXCC Country is displayed in clear

launching DX-Atlas, Go-List HAM Cap... searching or direct logging:BlackList: the selected DXspot and/or the Spotter may be added to the blacklist

Watch List (advanced)Written by Fred KE2QRYou can display your own Watch List in the WebCluster window. This is a convenient way totrack a bunch of st

Once the entries appear in the WebCluster window you can take advantage of all the built-infeatures; e.g., check for dupes, QSY by clicking on the Cal

QRZ CD-ROMThe program allows you to perform a callsign search via the QRZ CD-ROM. It also supportsthe QRZ Online subscriptions . Installation (CD) The

. Possible problemsThe program fails to access the CD drive: this may happen if the drive is connected to aparallel or USB port and the drive is not

CallBook CD-ROMThe program allows you to perform a callsign search via the Radio Amateur Callbook.SettingsTo declare the CD-ROM type and drive, you ha

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A new search may be performed by filling in the callsign field and pressing the searchbutton. Possible problemsThe program doesn't properly tran

HAMCallThe program allows you to perform a callsign search via the Buckmaster's HAMCALL CD-ROM.SettingsTo declare the CD-Rom type and drive, you

Windows clipboard. First name, City and Statemay be transferred into the Logbook's corresponding fields bypressing ; the Grid Square field is up

FCC Database look-upTRX-Manager provides automatic callsign look-up from the license records of FCC (FederalCommunications Commission of the USA). The

GoListTRX-Manager provides QSL Manager look up via GoList, Qsl Manager DataBase. The GoListdatabase is updated on a monthly basis and available by sub

InternetThe Internet Browserprovides Callsign look-up from various servers via the Internet. Thisfunctionality is also accessible from the Logbook( b

WOTATRX-Manager supports WOTA. Please refer to the WOTA web site located athttp://www.wotadb.org and the FAQ page before using this facility. As state

Displayed dataStations connected to the server are displayed in the upper window of the WOTA panel.Messages are displayed in the lower window. Use th

Context menu provides various functions A description of the message window is provided below. Refer to Sending/Receivingmessages and Group messages T

the comment to send when you disconnect the groups (group messaging) you subscribe to, a Group filter and a Band filter (use DX-Cluster settings) 

You may try reinstalling TRX-Manager. Drivers for band decoder not found or not installed (Setup/LPT Tab)Please reinstall the program (or the update);

Short Wave listening overviewA comprehensive module is dedicated to Short Wave Listening. This module is opened viathe File/SW Listeningsubmenu (F8),

Sensitive image: move the mouse over the picture for more informationPreferencesThe only preference to set is the scanning delay which is defined from

Editing the SW DatabaseAdding a station manuallyPlease press the button : a station (or a record) will be added to the database with currentfrequency

Scanning the SW DatabaseThis section describes manual and automatic scanning capabilities of the database.TipDuring scanning, please make sure to unlo

Searching a SW station, sortingSearches (or Selections) are launched from the Select button. When a selection isactive, Selectbutton appears as press

corresponding field and this button : all records matching this field will be immediatelydisplayed.Page 345

Automatic identification of SW stationsA powerful and easy to use function is the automatic filtering functioning with the Monitoring:this function pr

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Creating a new databaseCreating a new Short Wave database is easy by using the Import/Createbutton . Youhave to choose the MDB extension and to type

Importing a SW DatabaseVarious functions are available to make easier the creation of SW databases. Files areimported by pressing the Open button and

This may occur if the little font is selected under Properties for display (Windows) becausethe program is optimized for the large fonts. It is recomm

In addition, TRX-Manager supports some other shortwave databases distributed on theInternet provided they use the generic DBF format. A conversion uti

Fields of the SW DatabaseDefinitions and conventions of the different fields of the SW database are as follows :ID : Station ID (required)Frequency

CSV Files structureTRX-Manager can export/import CSV files to/from the SW database. The CSV format is a textfile format which is compatible with Excel

SWL files structureThe old SWL format is no longer used by TRX-Manager. Instructions that follow show how toimport old databases which were created by

Loading DBF filesA conversion utility: DBFToMDB.exe (registered version only) converts DBase (or FoxPro)(*.DBF) files to Access 7 (.mdb) databases. DB

RecorderTRX-Manager has a very useful recorder for recording stations. The recorder providesrecording of a preset sequence of stations (programmable m

launching several scans at the same time. The duration of the recording is adjustable. The LOG recapitulates the various heard stations. Manual mode T

Satellite interface - overviewTRX-manager makes satellite communications easier by automating Doppler compensationand cross-band communications. The p

ConfigurationThe Satellite interface is launched from the Tools/Satellite sub menu. A good knowledgeof the various way to establish satellite communi

DDE Link with the Satellite programThe Satellite program must be launched and properly configured:NOVAPlease choose DDE Interface only as rotator inte

Transceivers: Overview and SettingsTRX-Manager can configure up to four transceivers (Setup: TRX1 to TRX4 tabs).DefinitionsUp to four local transceive

properly during satellite control (or the satellite control does not work properly…)Using your transceiver(s) in SAT modeYour transceiver must impleme

OperationOnce your transceiver (or your two transceivers) is configured in SAT mode (SAT engagedfrom TRX-Manager) and the DDE link is selected, you ma

2.Choose a clear RX frequency and copy this frequency into the RX box of the interface,click >VFO to set your transceiver and the interface (*) 3.F

1.define a Name and a number (1-20) 2.press the M.IN button Recalling a memory channel is done by a single click in the list from the memory tab. Poss

About transceivers for satellitesOnly few transceivers are compatible with satellite communications. In addition, operating theprogram may be slightly

Using a pair of transceiversTwo transceivers can be used. They must then be defined under the TRX1 and TRX2 Setup’stabs only (in that case running two

Keyboard shortcutsSpecific keyboard shortcuts are available for various modules. Two types of shortcut areavailable : MS Windows's shortcuts and

Q: QSX R: Start Tuner S: Split mode T: Tuner On/Off U: USB mode V: VFO>M W: CW mode X: Quick Split (Recall) Y: RTTY (FSK) mode Ct+Ent: Sto (QMB) Bk

CW Keyer (and Logbook)Key Effect F1 to F8: recalling message M1 to M8 Ctrl-K: sending message CTRL+F12: stops the transmissionCTRL+Q: CQ Cycle CTRL-S

Internet browserTRX-Manager includes an integrated Web browser based on Microsoft's Internet Explorer (IE4or later). Obviously IE4 or later must

For a TS-2000/480/590/K2/K3/KX3 (or Remote) transceiver, if you choose the internalCW Interface, check CW Internal (CW via CAT port). For these transc

Quick EMailerTRX-manager can send electronic mails from various windows, either with your defaultsoftware, or using an internal mailer : this module m

Please consider the following limitations of the internal mailer of TRX-Manager:You must be a subscriber of a SMTP server (outgoing mail) and be conn

Data base compactingWhen making changes to your database, the file can become fragmented and its sizeincreases. TRX-Manager allows you to compact any

SQL LanguageThe Structured Query Language (SQL ) is used to retrieve, sort, and filter specific data from adatabase ; it is not possible within this o

>= Greater than or equal to = Equal to <> Not equal to BETWEEN Determines whether the value of an expression falls within a specified range o

OLE OverviewTRX-Manager is able to communicate with other programs via the Windows OLE feature. Thisidea was introduced by Dennis WN4AZY, author of th

Running LOGicTRX-Manager is able to communicate with LOGic 5 & later via the OLE link.LOGic is a powerful logging program that allows you a compr

From TRX-Manager, a tool bar button (or the External submenu) allows you to call or tomaximise the LOGic window. This action also copies the current

Screen saverA compatible screen saver Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP is provided with TRX-Manager. Thisscreen saver (or watch screen) is conceived to run si

TRX-SynchroA little application TRX-Synchro (also accessible from the Transceiver submenu) isdistributed with TRX-Manager: this program can control

About com port (main transceiver)The serial port for the main transceiver is opened as soon as the program starts and closes whenyou exit TRX-Manage

and RX buttons sets up the Transceiver under the control of TRX-Manager with thecurrent Frequency and Mode of the second transceiver (only available w

TRX-PanA Panoramic Spectrum Analyser for SDR TRX-Pan is delivered with TRX-Manager (*) ; it isan external program accessible from the TRX-Manager&ap

Critical parameters:Audio Input (it is possible TRX-Pan does not support all Sound Cards and/or all Audioinput settings)Select Sample Rate (S. Rate)

Offset (in KHz) by mode. Compensates for the carrier shift used in the transceiver for SSBand CW modes begtween TX and RX. If you use a K3, these par

The relative position of the Main bandwidth indicator shows the IF Shift value, but the relativeposition of Sub bandwidth indicator does not follow IF

The [...] button (just right to the Stop button, during analysis only) opens the Macro buttonframe. A right click on a macro button opens the configur

TRX-CommandSending powerfull macro commands (or direct commands) to a rig or a device under thecontrol of TRX-Manager (or not) is possible using a sep

Commands to a parallel port These commands are sent via OLE to TRX-Manager; therefore TRX-Manager must be runningwhen you activate the button and acti

Please select ICOM for the Command to field; the command is typed in using the formatrequired by the manual but without Preamble + Addressees (FEFEXXY

License agreement CopyrightTRX-Manager - Copyright © 1999-2014 Laurent Labourie. All rights reserved. IDDN.FR.001.180003.00.R.P.1999.000.31400TRX-Mana

The Transceiver's preferences are distinct for each Transceiver (Band Plan excepted).Transceiver model and Logging TX Power are also memorized f

Anyone distributing the EVALUATION version of TRX-Manager (Demo) on CD-Rom for any kindof remuneration must respect the conditions explained in the do

How to order TRX-ManagerTRX-Manager is sold py PDA, IncPersonal Database Applications, Inc. 1323 Center Drive Auburn, GA 30011-3318 USA Tel 770-307-15

Registering TRX-ManagerAny version or copy of TRX-Manager (Licensed) V5.X shall be registered.Please install the licensed copy using instructions prov

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Support and upgrade policyPlease don't hesitate to visit the TRX-Manager web site at http://www.trx-manager.com forkeeping you informed about imp

Upon purchase of TRX-Manager V5.X, you are eligible for 36 months of free downloadableupdates and upgrades. The purchase date is based on the day your

Versions history• V 5.4.2- Prix database: update for TX5W- Fix: sometime the program reopens when exiting • V 5.4.1- WebCluster (DXSummit): Spotters d

- KX3: FIX for the display in TEXT mode• V 5.3.3- SMIRK Contest added• V 5.3.2- Minor fixes for ICOM, Elecraft rigs, temporary fix for Spotting from L

- Fix for 16 bits color video adapter- Fix for K3 Synchro mode- Preferences/Software: specific tab for DX-Spots- WebCluster updated for Simons' D

- FT-2000/5000/9000/3000/950 : important fixes and improvements. WARNING: Pleaseensure that RTS (TRX-manager) and the transceiver (menuu) are matched-

(F6ELU), RADIO 33 (F5OLS ), ICOM France (F6FOW) John KI4JPL (TenTec) Stan LZ1IU (ACOM)for the technical assistance brought to the implementation of th

Troubleshooting guide : Serial portThe program doesn't communicate with your rig (or your TNC, Rotor...) Of course, anything is possible, but ple

- New graphic control screens for K3 and KX3- IOTA Award tracking- Contest mode• V 4.7.2- Webcluster crashes : fix for Windows 8 (new version of comct

- Support for IC-9100, fixes for IC-7410- Prefix database: R1MV now deleted• V 4.6.4- TRX-Acom: remembers antenna change for the same segment (and ses

- TRX-Pan updated (fix for negative values of Phase, QSY Detect, new options...)- Support for LoTW users list• V 4.5.5- K3 : now reads and controls Su

- Support for YO3DMU's PSTRotator Interface added- DXCC Window: configurable colors• V 4.4.7Fixes for ICOMs (channels, synchro) and K3• V 4.4.6-

- K3 : support for CW OFS (firmware 3.19)- Linear reminder: new options for OPR/SBY using VOX or RF Power.• V 4.3.8- Fix for Google Earth (Google Eart

- Many fixes, optimization and new functions for Elecraft K3• V 4.3.1- Fix for older Kenwood• V 4.3.0- Synchronizing two controllers now possible (Syn

• V 4.2.1- SteppIR : Native mode supported (control window...)• V 4.2.0- Minor changes for FT-2000, NRD-545- Support for FT-950 (not tested)- Prefix d

- SWL Module : selection for Font added- Browser : Search from IK3QAR QSL Manager database added- DX Announce : GRID>GRID can be added to the comme

- Fix for LPRotor- New DXCC entities : Montenegro and Swain Isl.• V 4.0.5- Updated support for LP-100 (N8LP)- Synchro (Kenwood mode) : RX and TX comma

- Remote: Connect IP option at startup, VoIPoption (at Startup), fix for TRX-Audio- TS-2000 (SAT mode) : problem to set mode of SUB-VFO fixed- Prefix

selected (or a generic model is selected), the program may run but with limited functions.Make sure the Com Port OFF function ( Transceiver menu) is

- various fixes• V 3.7.8- Fixes for the Channels module (inopportune change of the Label)- Winkey : Initialization may fail + text sent now appears at

- Remote control : Password for TX+RX or RX only(with other restrictions)• V 3.7.0- Orion rotator : support for feedback - WebCluster/Preferences : St

- ICOM: Real remote control mode (full control via TCP/IP)- VUCC : Update for DXAtlas 2.24• V 3.6.2- Monitoring : new tuning control and improved supp

- TS-2000 : Scanning speed improved, SUB ON/OFF button, PBT (DSP) display- New menu Transceiver, Com Port Off option (ICOM, Kenwood only)- New menu Ex

IC-R75- IC-746Pro : fix for Channels in FM/Split- Quick Split : Split Memory- Memory channels : function for clearing all memory channels in one click

to fill in CQ and ITU fields of your logbook).- Band Plan : ability to split either the 10m or the 80 m band• V 3.3.2- DXMap& DXAtlas : a button a

- SW Listening : Print button- SAT Interface : running two ICOMs on one com port supported- Rotator control : with Yaesu and HyGain, the program polls

- Web Cluster : change of the POST method for DXSummit + bug fixed (Error 67)- ICOM : fix related to VFO selection- Minor fixes for TS-2000- CD-Rom :

- Prefix database : TX added for FK/CH- Preferences : divided into two parts (to solve a lack of memory on some PCs)- Monitoring (fix) : KEY button st

- Support for the SWBC Schedules Subscription Service SW database- Scanning (Stop) : the scanning resumes when the signal drops down- VUCC (Grid squar

this can not solve a communication problem. Moreover, this function is not supported by somecomm drivers (like Prolific) and this may lock up the prog

- Ability to control two transceivers- Support for JST transceivers and receivers• V2.2.3- new DXCC Window• V2.2.2- Preference for Distances Km/Mi• V2

Distribution of TRX-ManagerAnyone distributing TRX-Manager for any kind of remuneration must first contact LaurentLabourie for authorization. This aut

ContributionsTRX-Manager was created based upon the success of Soft990 for MS-DOS and FT-Managerfor Yaesu. Some users helped me in improving the softw

Joe K1JN (FT-1000MP)Joel Allamy (VR-5000)John VE3NFK (Translation, OS, Log Book FT-817 TS-2000 K3) and a lot of other testsduring many years!John N3WT

required with some serial servers).Step 5 : check your com portsChoosing an USB/RS232 InterfaceThe RS232/USB Converters built with FTDI chips are the

Test your device (Transceiver, TNC...) with another program. Check the com port has notbeen disabled by the Bios program (see above).RFI ProblemsIn so

ICOM TransceiversThis section applies to ICOM radios and TenTec radios using the ICOM protocol (Omni VIand Omni VI).If your transceiver doesn't a

polls the tansceiver every 500ms since these rigs do not have a Transceive function.OperationThe set of commands (from the PC) is variable from one mo

Tips by Rich K0FUNWhen TRX-Manager starts is assumes VFO A is active. If the radio is set to VFO B the program willread this value into VFO A of the p

Level, Squelch, APF, NR, PBT , IF Shift, Keyer... Most of these commands are implementedfrom the Level windows (Transceiver/Levels submenu or Toolba

Recent ICOMs (IC-703 IC-746/PRO, IC-R75 and IC-756PRO/PRO2/PRO3 IC-7000IC-7410 IC-7600 IC-7700 IC-7800 IC-9100) provides editing of the memory labels

TRX-Manager: features mapThis diagram shows the various functions grouped by main features. Page 5

Yaesu transceivers Related TopicsFT-990 ROM1.2, FT-1000 V5, FT-747, FRG-100 FT-1000MP FT-757GX FT-767GX FT-817/857/897 FT-847/736/212/412 FT-98

• With FT-890/900 and FT-100 setting the clarifier is not supported. However, the programreads the clarifier and displays the right RX frequency. With

Operation with FT-990 ROM 1.2, FT-1000 V5,FT-747 and FRG-100This section is about the early firmware versions of FT-990 and FT-1000, the FT-747 or the

FT-1000 MP - EDSP and Keyer ControlsThis section applies to the FT-1000 MP EDSP and Keyer controls.When writing this section of the code with help of

Each time the program sends EDSP CAT commands to the rig, the word EDSP will be promptedin the receive or transmit window.When you close the RX or TX

Operation with FT-757GXThis section applies when using with the FT-757GX Transceiver only (and not theFT-757GXII).The FT-757GX has very few number of

Operation with FT-767GXThis section applies for use with the FT-767GX Transceiver. You may run the program asfollow:CAT Control Mode To be under CAT c

Operation with FT-817 FT-857 FT-897This section has been written by Rich KOFUN.Due to the available CAT Codes provided by Yaesu there are some limitat

Narrow CW FilterThere is no CAT Command to set Filters on the FT-817/857/897. The Narrow CW Filter Settingin the Parameters - Preferences - FT-817/857

Operation with the FT-847 FT-736 FT-212/412This section applies to the use with the FT-847 FT-736 FT-212/412 transceiversNote that unlike other models

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It is not possible to retrieve from the FT-736/212/412 current operatingconditions. Consequently, you may have a slight difference between transceiver

Operation with FT-980This section is only for use with the FT-980LimitationsThe FT-980 was one of the early transceivers featured with a CAT Control s

Note the following bug of the FT-980 Yaesu CAT control system : when you run TRX-Managerfor the first time after the XCVR was OFF the Width is not upd

Operation with FRG-9600This section applies for use with the FRG-9600 Receiver.The FRG-9600 is poorly equipped in CAT commands. The only available CAT

Operation with FT-450 to FTDX-9000This section applies for operating TRX-Manager with the FT-450 FT-950 FT-2000 FTDX-3000FTDX-5000 FTDX-9000 Transcei

Possible problems< STRONG>Shift of the frequency when selecting a CW spot: If you notice a shift of the frequency(=Pitch/BFO) when you select a

checked).OperationPower On/OffPower On/Off function (CAT button) is supported. Please always power on from thecomputer if the rig is OFF at startup.

Reading VDDNoise BlankerLevels window: clik the NB (2/1)number to set NB1 or NB2ContourYou can set up CONTOUR (CO) with a PEAK or a NULL using the H

Reverse CWThis section applies to FT-990/890/900/840/1000D/767GX/757GXII.These rigs do no feature a CW Reverse function. For these rigs, TRX-Manager

Kenwood transceiversThis section is mainly related to the older Kenwood transceivers (TS-450, 850...).See alsoTS-2000 TS-480 TS-590 TS-990General r

Getting helpTRX-manager features a very comprehensive help system. Most windows have a help buttonand many controls have touch help.Index is the best

S-Meter and Band Scope may (sometime) not work properly.Tuning stepsTS-450 TS-690 and recent Kenwood provides automatic selection of the tuning step :

TS-2000 TS-480 TS-590S/SGKenwood TS-2000 TS-480 TS-590S/SG are particularly well suited to TRX-Manager. Fullycontrollable via a computer, they also h

TS-590S/SG/480/2000 share a similar driver and TS-590S or SG are listed in setup. Just for fun,you may select the TS-990 driver by directly typing TS

While the sub receiver has the control, you may use the Edit/VFO window ( F2) or theUp/Down buttons, the keypad and the slider of the Monitoringto set

From the Levels window (Transceiver/Levels submenu), you may set-up the transceiver'sparameters or access some menus or functions in an intuitive

internal electronic keyer of your transceiver, A Memory function of the DSP filters is featured, The Pitch=Shift button shifts Pitch and IF-Shift s

Mode).PCT Mode : the DX Spots are displayed under the DX Cluster tab of the Terminalwindow. TNC Mode (Terminal) : the button of the Terminal's

TS-990SThe Kenwood TS-990S is particularly well suited to TRX-Manager. Fully controllable via acomputer, it also have a rich front panel which takes a

The SUB button toggles the active receiver. If the sub-receiver is active, all controls anddisplays (Levels window included) are related to the sub re

Like all other transceivers, your TS-990S may be controlled through a LAN or the Internetusing the standard remote control mode of TRX-Manager, but wi

RequirementsTRX-Manager requires:Probably a transceiver or a receiver!...A Personal Computer and any 32 bits or 64 bits version of Windows (except N

Elecraft K2 K3 KX3TRX-Manager supports the Elecraft K2 K3 KX3 transceivers. Settings (Setup)It is recommended you set up the Transceiver for the highe

A combo box provides a direct access to the menu.NotesThe AF GAIN and RF GAIN controls cannot be emulated, During edition of a menu or a frequency (

K3' virtual front panel (KX3 is different)Colors follow Monitoring's ConfigurationAs the Elecraft K3 KX3 are still in development, some of t

K3/KX3's menu(8) BAND and MODE switch: Click BAND or MODE to open the Switch. On Switch select TOP tokeep it "on top". You may of cours

Keyer interface TEXT to Terminal (TT) modeYou may use this little terminal for sending text either in CW PSK or FSK! Just type yourmessage and click E

Since TRX-Manager can not control the CW Pitch of the K3 (until now), it is important you fillin Pitch with the current value under Preferences/Transc

output (Audio sound card and KXV3 required).See also Synchronization with PowerSDR-IF or NaP3 using the K3 Synchro mode (alternative to LP-Bridge)K3/

may also take full control over your transceiver through a network using the real remotecontrol mode : TRX-Manager behaves exactly like if the com por

TenTec TransceiversGeneral information for all models (but Omni VI/VI+)DSP FilteringTRX-Manager implements two virtual filters (Normal and Narrow) for

OMNI VIITRX-Manager supports Omni VII in radio mode. Please select OMNIVII in the Setup's combobox. DTR and RTS must be checked and communicatio

andWiMo (Germany). Other reasonably priced interfaces are available on the market.CableGenerally the cable between the computer and the interface (or

The roll-off value for DSP is fixed to 200 Hz.BFO (CW)The BFO may be adjusted by using the Pitch function of TRX-Manager (Edit/Pitch) or from thePrefe

Alinco transceiversTRX-manager supports the Alinco DX-77 Transceiver.SettingPlease choose generic model Alinco or DX-77 (Setup). Speed is always fixe

JST TransceiversTRX-manager supports JRC JST transceivers and the NRD-545 receiver with some limitationson program functionality.SettingsChoose NRD-53

Other brandsCODAN NGTSelect CODAN in Setup. By convention TRX-Manager adresses the CODAN NGT's Channels bytheir name (or label) from "01&quo

DATA modes. If CW_U gives CW-R on your transceiver, check CW Reverse in theTRX-Manager's Preferences/Transceiver tab.JUMA TRX2TRX-Manager support

CAT ProgrammingThe CAT Commands window (Tools/CAT Commands submenu) may help you testing andunderstanding the communication protocol between a PC and

NoteA Kenwood (like) protocol has been adopted by Elecraft and Yaesu (from FTDX9000...).However set of commands and parameters may be different from o

Monitoring overviewThe Monitoring is the main module of TRX-Manager. The monitoring engages a constantcommunication between the Main Transceiver and t

Frequency resolution: HF 1Hz resolution is not supported by all transceivers (if you note awrong behavior, please unselect this option). Layout (colo

For each band, the software retains the last visited frequency (+ mode, filter, tuner ) like a band stack register but unrelated with those of your tr