ACC RC-96 Owner's Manual page 6

your link port for a fixed frequency, BCD, or FC-900 remote, the HF function is
not available). With the '96 controller you'll need to add a low cost serial port
board available from ACe. The '85 controller will connect to the HF radio as-is.
We selected the Kenwood TS-440S HF transceiver because of its clean interface
and its popularity. You'll have a basic subset of control functions - frequency,
mode, memory recall, and scan (not loading memories, operating the antenna
tuner, controlling a rotor, etc.). The TS-440S is the only radio that we plan to
support - if you like ICOM or Yaesu, try Kenwood! (We like all three! - we just
don't support the other HF radios.) And if you have another in Kenwood's
series, you may want to try it, but we've done all our testing with the T5-440S.
Finally, as our controller firmware continues to evolve, we've made a number
of miscellaneous additions and improvements based on feedback from owners
and users. The details are outlined at the end of this note.
WARNING: The field installation of the upgrade involves some risk - if you
don't follow the instructions precisely, or if there is a mechanical problem such as
a bent pin, it may be necessary to return the controller to ACe for repair. We've
done everything possible to make the upgrade easy to install. ACC offers to
perform the installation at no charge (except return shipping). If you would like us
to perform the upgrade, return your controller and the upgrade kit to ACC before
attempting installation. If you choose to perform the installation in the field, please
recognize the small but finite risk.
WARNING: Version 5 firmware requires 8Kx8 of E2PROM. All RC-96
controllers are equipped with the necessary 8Kx8. Very old RC-85 controllers
(shipped approximately before February, 1987, SIN 696) may have only 2Kx8 of
E2PROM. If your old '85 contains a 2815,2816, or 2817A at socket U27, then you
need to upgrade the E2PROM to a 28CQ4. Contact the factory for availability
before attempting the installation.
WARNING: If you connect your controller to a Kenwood TS-440S transceiver, we
strongly recommend lightning protection for your repeater and site to avoid
damage to the expensive HF radio.
WARNING: If you connect your controller to a Kenwood TS-440S transceiver
and plan to operate ten meters, be aware that RF emissions from the RC-85
controller may require additional shielding and filtering for-effective operation.
See Chapter 10 of the RC-85 Manual for suggestions.
WARNING: Do not tamper with the label on either supplied module.
Tampering with the labels will void al/ warranties.
Installation
The Version 5 upgrade consists of two modules which plug into existing sockets
on your controller. They include the new EPROM program memory which
contains the Version 5 firmware, and a time of day clock and calendar with its
built-in lithium backup battery.
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