AOR AR8200 Receiver Manual

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PUSH this key to place the AR8200 into 2VFO mode where you may receive spot frequencies and
‘generally monitor activity’.  The LCD displays two lines of frequency readout, the upper (larger) being the
current receive frequency.  The LCD legend “2VFO” confirms selection with each VFO being identified as
“V-A” and “V-B”.
   again to toggle between VFO-A “V-A” and VFO-B “V-B”.
  to initiate VFO search between the two displayed frequency limits set by VFO-A and
VFO-B, the legend “V-SR” confirms selection...

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  in 2VFO mode to access the VFO PASS menu which extends to include the
SEARCH bank pass edit menu.
    in 2VFO, SEARCH or SCAN mode to access the SELECT SCAN edit
menu.
PUSH to abort entry via the keypad.
  to select the optional SLOT CARD when fitted.
 and HOLD the  key while powering On the AR8200 to soft reset the microprocessor
should the AR8200 appear to behave strangely... no memory contents will be lost.
Numeric figure one during frequency input.  Selection of memory/scan bank “A” or “a” and...

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Numeric figure four during frequency input.  Selection of memory/scan bank “D” or “d” and search bank
“D” or “d” or “N” or “n”.
    toggles the priority facility on/off (assuming that one has already been
assigned using the priority menu).  The LCD legend “PRI” confirms when priority has been selected.
    to access the priority menu where the data from a memory channel may
be assigned for priority use.  The interval sampling time may also be specified.
Numeric figure five during frequency input....

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Numeric figure nine during frequency input.  Selection of memory/scan bank “I” or “i” and search bank “I”
or “i” or “S” or “s”.
    will delete the currently displayed memory channel during memory read
or scan.
    accesses the delete menu where search banks, VFO pass frequencies,
memory banks, select channel tags, channel protect status & memory pass tags may be deleted.
Numeric figure zero during frequency input.  Selection of memory/scan bank “J” or “j” and search bank
“J” or “j” or “T” or “t”....

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1-5-3  Side panel
The left hand side of the AR8200 comprises of three push keys, a nest of four
arrow keys and a rotary main dial.  An eject slider is also provided to release the
optional SLOT CARD.
FUNCTION KEY 
The function (shift) key is used to select the second function of keypad facilities.
  to toggle the function status on/off.  A solid reverse legend LCD
“FUNC” indicates when function shift is in operation.  The function status is
terminated automatically in the normal course of entry.
  to...

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ARROW KEYS
The arrow keys 
ïðñò are laid out as a group of four keys (up, down, left
and right).  This format is particularly convenient when used with the thumb of
the left hand (although you may use it with the middle finger of your right hand
etc) for navigation through on-screen menus.
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The right arrow key is used as a backspace when entering frequency via the
keypad.  Also selects bank in memory read mode, moves the cursor position
(especially during text input), tunes the receiver and changes...

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Dry cells such as Alkaline or Zinc / Manganese may be used but cannot be charged inside the
AR8200, if dry cells are fitted to the AR8200, remove dry cells before using the cigar lead or
connecting the charger or external power.
The AR8200 charging circuit is not designed to recharge dry cells or NiMHi batteries, if these are to be
recharged, they must be removed from the AR8200 and charged in a specialist external charger
following the manufacturers recommendations.
Fitting batteries
The battery...

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1-6-2  Charging the NiCads
It is possible to charge the supplied NiCad
batteries while still fitted inside the AR8200
using the charging unit provided.  Switch off
the AR8200 then connect the plug from the
charging unit to the 12V d.c. input socket on
the right hand side of the AR8200 cabinet.
Connect the charger to the a.c. supply and
switch the power to the charger on.
When fully discharged, the NiCad batteries
will take 12 hours to fully charge while the
AR8200 is switched off.  It is possible to...

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It is advisable to switch the AR8200 off when starting the vehicle as the starter motor often causes
power surges.  Some vehicles require their ignition to be ON for the cigar socket to operate.
1-6-4  Battery considerations
The supplied NiCads are not factory charged.  Fit them to the AR8200 and charge for about 12 hours.
After this time the NiCads should never be left in a flat condition or internal filaments will form (inside the
NiCads) shorting its terminals rendering it useless.  If you are not...

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(2)  Making the AR8200 ready for operation
2-1  LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
All relevant operational information is provided via the large LCD.  To see all the available LCD legends,
and to test the LCD, an LCD test routine has been provided.  
 and hold the  key then
switch the AR8200 on, 
 .  When the sign-on message has been displayed all LCD
graphics will be displayed.  To exit the LCD test 
 .  The LCD contrast is adjustable
using the configuration menu as is the rear LCD & keypad illumination....