Introduction - Ten-Tec OMNI-VII 588 Programmer's Reference Manual

Introduction

Ten-Tec has produced this document as a starting point for software developers
undertaking the development of a PC based OMNI-VII (Model 588) Interface program.
The Ten-Tec OMNI-VII DSP HF transceiver is a product that is defined more by
firmware than hardware. As such, it is subject to change based on customer needs. It is
advisable to check for a more recent update at the Ten-Tec firmware update site,
www.rfsquared.com. This specification is intended for OMNI-VII Version 1.005 or later.
There are two levels of command interface protocols provided. The two levels of
commands are designed for two different operating modes of the OMNI-VII.
The first Operating Mode is referred to as "RADIO MODE". In "RADIO MODE"
only the base level of commands is available, and they are available only on the Serial
Interface. This is the command-set that is already utilized by the Jupiter in Jupiter mode.
A few of these commands have a parameter list that is extended to encompass added
items for that command. This makes the base level of the OMNI-VII in Radio Mode
compatible with control programs that already exist. The purpose of "RADIO MODE" is
for the radio user who wants to control the rig traditionally from the front panel.
Changing frequencies, watching the Power Meter, switching bands, and adjusting the
myriad of other controls, just like it is done with an Orion or Jupiter.
The second Operating Mode is referred to as "REMOTE MODE". In order to get
fully functional control of all of the OMNI-VII's operating parameters, then it is
necessary to operate the OMNI-VII in "REMOTE MODE". In this mode, the full
command set is available on the Ethernet interface, and also the serial port. The purpose
for "REMOTE MODE" is to be able to control the radio 100% through the Serial and/or
Ethernet interfaces. "REMOTE MODE" also provides for the audio streaming features
of RIP and TRIP.
RIP is an acronym for Radio over IP. This is the receive audio that is heard via the
OMNI-VII's speaker. In the case of the REMOTE Mode radio, this audio is then RIP'd
from the OMNI-VII via the Ethernet to a computer for playback on the computer's
speaker.
TRIP is an acronym for TRansmit audio over IP. Normally, transmit audio comes
from a microphone on the radio and is transmitted over the air by the radio. In the
instance of the Ethernet, it is the audio recorded on a microphone on a computer, and then
transmitted on the Ethernet in a packet for the OMNI-VII to subsequently transmit over
the air.
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