AOR AR One Ultra Wide Band Reciever Instructions Manual

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Alternatively, push the ESC key to abort entry.   
 
Or, push the down arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu (LAMP). 
 
6-2 Configure lamp 
The AR-ONE is equipped with high intensity green LEDs to illuminate the LCD and keypad   
when operating in areas of low level lighting. 
 
The lamp may be configured in three ways: 
 
AUTO    The lamp will automatically illuminate when the keypad or main tuning dial are   
used. 
The lamp will remain illuminated for further five second after the last key push and then   
switch off. The lamp will also automatically illuminate while the squelch opens.   
 
ON     This is default setting. The lamp will continuously illuminate the LCD and keypad. 
 
OFF        The lamp remains permanently extinguished, this is useful when used in areas of   
high light levels. 
 
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 “LAMP” selection point.   
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to toggle the lamp 
between AUTO, ON and OFF.   
 
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 arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu (DIMM). 
 
6-3 Configure dimmer 
A DIMM (dimmer) function is available to dim intensity of the LEDs. This function is useful   
when used in areas of high light levels. 
 
The default setting of DIMM is “OFF”.  
						

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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 “DIMM” selection point.   
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to toggle the dimmer 
between ON and OFF.   
 
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 arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu 
(CONTRAST). 
 
6-4 Configure contrast 
The AR-ONE is equipped with variable LCD contrast which is adjustable in 32 steps to 
provide best visibility under different viewing angles, extremes of ambient light & 
temperature (and between sets due to variation). 
 
The default setting for contrast is 12. The display generally becomes too dark to read 
around 
20 and too feint around 02. Best results are usually achieved within the range of 09 – 15. 
 
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 “CONTRAST” selection point.   
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to vary the contrast 
level  
to achieve best visibility. 
 
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 arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu 
(OPENING MESSAGE). 
 
6-5 Configure Manual AGC  
						

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The manual AGC function is to adjust the receiver’s AGC (Automatic Gain Control) when it   
is set OFF.     
 
The default setting for Manual AGC is 255, maximum gain control value. 
The value can be adjusted according to the receiving condition. 
 
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 “MANU AGC” selection point.   
 
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to vary the manual AGC 
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.   
 
Or, push the down arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu   
(IF-GAIN). 
 
6-6 Configure IF-GAIN (Intermediate Frequency gain)  
						

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The IF gain control reduces the amplification in the receiver’s IF circuits and has the effect 
of  
reducing the sensitivity of the receiver. Normally, this is performed by the AGC system, and   
the control is left at maximum gain, but reducing the gain can be useful to limit noise when 
listening to CW or SSB signals. The IF gain control is must be used if the AGC is turned off. 
 
The default setting for IF-GAIN is 255, maximum gain control value. 
 
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 “IF-GAIN” selection point.   
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to vary the IF-Gain 
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.   
 
Or, push the down arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu 
(RF-GAIN). 
 
6-7 Configure RF-GAIN (Radio Frequency gain) 
The RF gain setting switches in the attenuator or preamplifier to suite the band conditions 
and antenna in use.   
 
The default setting for RF-GAIN is 255, maximum gain control value. 
The value can be adjusted according to the receiving condition. 
 
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 “RF-GAIN” selection point.   
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to vary the RF-Gain 
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.   
  
						

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Or, push the down arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu (BPS). 
 
6-8 Configure Remote BPS (Baud rate) 
The Remote BPS Set menu is used to configure the RS-232C computer control settings as 
it  
is important that they exactly match those of an associated computer connection or another   
AR-ONE (connected via a male 9-pin to mail 9-pin straight cable). 
 
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 “BPS SET” selection point.   
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to select the desired 
RS-232C baud rate between 4800bps and 9600bps. The default setting is 9600bps. 
 
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 arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu 
(RMT-ID). 
 
6-9 Configure RMT-ID (Remote ID) 
When multiple units are connected via remote connectors, each AR-ONE must be assigned 
a different ID (address).   
The value is adjustable between 00 ~ 99. The default value is 00. 
 
Important notice: It is extremely important to set the RMT-ID to 00 for normal operation   
of the RS-232C connection.  
						

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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 “RMT-ID” selection point.   
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to change the 
AR-ONE’s 
RS-232C identification address. 
 
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 arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu 
(DELAY). 
 
6-10 Configure DELAY (Scan delay and Search delay) 
This parameter affects the time, the AR-ONE will remain on active frequency in scan mode 
or search mode once the received signal has disappeared and the squelch has closed. 
This 
Is particularly useful for customizing how long the receiver will wait for a reply before   
resuming scan or search. For example, when communications are passed back and forth   
between a control tower / aircraft which may take a few seconds. The limits are OFF / 
HOLD 
and 0.1 to 0.9 seconds in 0.1 second increments. The default is 2.0 seconds. 
 
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 “DELAY” selection point.    
						

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Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to select the desired   
delay parameters. 
 
2.0s      The AR-ONE will wait the specified time after the squelch closes before   
resuming scan or search. 
HOLD    The AR-ONE will stop indefinitely when an active frequency is located, this   
is very useful when you don’t want to miss that once-in-a-lifetime   
transmission! 
OFF        The AR-ONE will resume scan or search instantaneously when the   
squelch closes. 
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 arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu (FREE). 
 
6-11 Configure FREE (Scan free and Search free) 
The scan free and search free parameter determines how long the AR-ONE will remain on 
active frequency before resuming scan or search even though the frequency is still active.   
This is useful if you wish to gain a snap shot of activity without the AR-ONE being tied to a 
busy frequency for long periods of time (such as when monitoring active commercial   
repeaters etc). Scan free and search free time saves you having to manually intervene to 
force the scan or search process to resume and saves the need to lockout memory   
channels or search frequencies using the PAS S function. The limits are OFF and 0.1 to 9.9 
seconds. The default setting is OFF. 
 
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 “FREE” selection point.   
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to select the desired 
free 
parameters. 
 
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 arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu  
						

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(SPEAKER). 
 
6-12 Configure SPEAKER 
The AR-ONE is equipped with 2 separate speakers, one is in the main receiver unit and the 
another one is in the control head (Note: This function is available only when an optional 
separation kit is used), and a phones jack. Each speaker / head phones output can be 
configured under this menu. 
 
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 cursor to “REAR SP
” selection point.   
This menu is to configure the rear speaker.   
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to select the desired 
rear 
speaker setting (ON or OFF). 
 
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 arrow key
 to move to the next item on the configuration menu (FRONT 
SP). 
 
6-12-2 Configure front speaker 
(Note: This function is available only when an optional separation kit is used)  
						

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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 “FRONT SP” selection point.   
This menu is to configure the front speaker.   
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to select the desired 
rear speaker setting (ON or OFF). 
 
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 arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu   
(PHONES). 
6-12-3 Configure head phones output 
 
Push the down arrow key to move the cursor to “PHONES” selection point.   
This menu is to configure the headphones output.   
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to select the desired   
head phones output setting (To access the configuration menu, push the FUNC key and   
then push the 7 key. 
ON or OFF). 
 
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 arrow key to move to the next item on the configuration menu (Audio 
Filter). 
 
6-13 Configure audio filters (HPF / LPF) 
The AR-ONE is equipped with an audio HPF (High Pass Filter) and a LPF (Low Pass 
Filter). 
 
6-13-1 Configure audio HPF (high pass filter) 
The audio high pass filter is useful for limiting the audio bass response (allowing higher 
tones to pass) improving intelligibility in certain circumstances (such as low frequency 
whistles on AM, SSB & CW). 
  
						

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There are four available pass frequencies:    50Hz, 200Hz, 300Hz, and 400Hz. 
 
The higher the frequency the more limited the audio bandwidth. For highest fidelity for 
listening, select 50Hz. The filter selection can be set to automode to select the proper filter 
setting automatically. 
 
The default is AUTO. 
 
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 “HPF” selection point.   
 
This menu is to configure the high pass filter. 
  
Use the main tuning dial or the right arrow key or the left arrow key to select the desired 
high