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PK-88 OPERATING MANUAL
CONNECT call1 [VIA call2[,call3 .... call9j]
The CONNECT command requires a string argument 'call1'
You may include the keyword VIA, followed by a list of from one to eight call
signs, 'call2' through 'call9.'
Multiple call signs in the list must be separated by commas or spaces.
An acceptable entry would be:
cmd:C WXlAAA V WXIBBB,WXlCCC
3.3.7
Using Commands Without Arguments
If you type a command name without an argument, the current value of the
command's arguments is displayed. For example:
cmd:mdigi
MDIGI
cmd:MDIGI Y
MDIGI
MDIGI
NOTE: The DISPLAY command shows you the values of all parameters or groups of
related parameters.
3.4
Controller Messages
The PK-88 will frequently send you messages during normal operating sessions.
This section shows you typical messages and discusses the circumstances under
which they can appear.
3.4.1
General Messages
This 'sign-on' message appears when you apply power to the PK-88, or when you
issue the RESTART and RESET commands. The release date will change in each new
firmware release. The checksum is a hexadecimal number that verifies the
firmware version you are using is working.
PK-88 is using default values,
This message appears with the sign-on message shown above if the batteries are
not installed (or have failed). You will see this message the first time you
apply power to the PK-88. This message also appears if the PK-88 loads the
defaults in response to the RESET command, or when the firmware version is
changed.
Command typed without argument
ON
Displays the present value.
Sets the value to YES (ON)
was OFF
Displays the previous value
now ON
Displays the new value
AEA PK-88 Packet Controller
AX.25 Level 2 Version 2.0
Copyright (C) 1986, 1987, 1988 by
Advanced Electronic Applications, Inc.
Release 29.APR.88 +
Checksum $D9
3-6
BASIC OPERATION
PK88-46
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