Configuration Newuser/Expert Status - AOR AR8000 Operating Manual

In normal use, the squelch control should be rotated clockwise until the
background noise is just cancelled. This is known as "threshold" and is the
most sensitive setting for the squelch control. Do not rotate the control too far
clockwise or only the stronger local signals will be heard. If you find setting the
squelch control difficult, try removing the aerial from the receiver.
Should you encounter problems in setting the volume level, press the [MONI]
key on the left hand panel to momentarily defeat (open) the squelch so that a
comfortable volume level may be set.
It is best to press the [2VFO] key at this time to place the receiver in a known
state of operation. The condition of "VFO" (1VFO) or "2VFO" is generally
referred to as manual mode.
Note: If the keypad or [DIAL] is not operated for 90 seconds while inputting
data through a selection menu, the operation will time out and the receiver will
return to its previous task just as if the [CLEAR] key had been pressed.
6-3 Defining initial configuration [CONF] BEEP,
FUNC / 2ndF, NEWUSER / EXPERT status
The AR8000 has been preprogrammed with defaults when shipped from the
factory. Two parameters (NEWUSER/EXPERT and FUNC/2ndF) greatly affect
the way in which the AR8000 microprocessor operates so careful setting is
required. This procedure may be skipped should you be happy to accept the
default settings.
To review or revise the initial configuration press and hold the [FUNC] key on
the top left hand side panel. The legend "F" appears at the bottom left hand
corner of the LCD. While the "F" indication is flashing (still holding the [FUNC]
key if necessary) press the [LOCAL] key (located toward the lower right of the
front panel keypad). Release both keys and the "INITIAL SET" menu will be
displayed.
BEEP ON/OFF
The flashing highlight cursor will first appear to the
left of the keypad confirmation "BEEP" on the second
line of the LCD. The setting is default ON. To
switch the keypad confirmation "BEEP OFF" rotate
the [DIAL] (on the top panel) one click, the direction
is unimportant. The legend "BEEP OFF confirms
selection.
The new setting may be saved by pressing [ENT] at
this point or the [DOWN] pressed once to move to
the next option "FUNC" on the third line of the menu.
FUNC / 2ndF
Background information: Most keys on the front panel have dual functions and
operate either on their own or in conjunction with the [FUNC] key. The setting
of FUNC / 2ndF affects the way in which the FUNCTION (shift) operates to suit