Setting up a digipeater using a kantronics tnc with v8. Download and install the rms simple term program from the winlink. Many of the primary widenn digipeaters in the nwaprs use the kantronics kpc 3 with version 8. The kantronics kpc 3 plus only, as well as the new kam98, with version 8. Also, see a list of our legacy products and their current replacement. Kpc3, kpc9612 plus, kpc9612 and pacterm are trademarks of kantronics co. After using the kpc9612 plus an additional 2 months i still believe this is a great unit. I was given a kantronics kam plus yesterday, but without cables and software. There is one issue i wish kantronics would have considered when they designed the 9612 plus though. No matter what your wireless data control needs are, we are here to make your job easier and more rewarding for you. This is will documented in an article by hessu, the author of aprs. If you have some stuff that not is listed here you can donate this by contact mods. Checksum ok ram ok xxxxk bytes clock not present replace test jumper.
In the aprs digi application, uidupe, uidigi, uiflood, and uitrace did not provide duplicate checking for aprs packets as originally designed. It took me two evenings to figure things out, so i decided to document my. The kpc 3 plus is a kantronics hardware and software design incorporating the ax. Kantronics kpc 3 firmware upgrade full guides for download. Jan 25, 2016 deep sleep music ocean waves, fall asleep fast, relaxing music, sleeping music. This manual contains information from earlier kpc 1, kpc 2, kpc 2400, kpc 4 and kam manuals and addendums, modified as appropriate.
Using a second serial port in the kpc from jeff brentons site. Microprocessors are controlled by firmware that enables the device to do the job it was purchased for. Now that i have them working i am convinced that the lack of available documentation is the main problem. Ham radio and amateur radio online equipment sales. Many of the primary widenn digipeaters in the nwaprs use the kantronics kpc3 with version 8. The kantronics 9612xe is a versatile dualport, multispeed radio modemtncdata controller designed to fill many different roles, now and in the future. I bought this to connect a kantronics kpc3 plus tnc to a windows 10 laptop.
Kpc9612 plus 512k multiport, multispeed radio modem tnc data controller. Some of the features of the later firmware had more features. The kantronics kpc3 plus only, as well as the new kam98, with version 8. Hamcity has more than 30 years of experience in the amateur radio equipment business. First, the best way to start is to do a hard reset to set the tnc back to factory parameters. All links are for the same files, just different locations. Do read the comments below the post too, for workaround suggestions. This page contains links to the kpc3 not plus manual. Kantronics kpc3plus packet communicator radioworld.
Kantronics a nonexclusive right to use the software and associated. When you hear the phrase tapr ii clone it is referring to the second tnc that tapr made. The kam, kpc 4, kpc 2400, kpc 2 and kpc 1 are kantronics hardware and software designs incorporating the ax. View and download kantronics kpc 3 user manual online. Resurrecting a kantronics kpc3 tnc for winlink use n7cfo. This unit reflects many years of kantronics experience and is built with an eye toward emerging applications. The main category is packet radio programs that is about software for packet radio use. The comport number that is currently set up in the tnc and the baud rate.
Also, the kpc3 plus will be in newuser mode after a hard reset. Resurrecting a kantronics kpc 3 tnc for winlink use i recently bought four kantronics kpc 3 tncs at bargain basement prices because the owners could not make them work. The following is an annotated discussion of kpc3 settings, from aprssig. Using a second serial port in the kpc3 plus for gpsaprs. The radio operations center roc is a comprehensive suite of fullfeatured software solutions for commercial radio, amateur ham radio, mars and marine radio control. Resources listed under packet radio category belongs to software main collection, and get. Kantronics packet radio mail and bbs operations youtube.
Matt ackerman said i was working with kantronics support on. This link is listed in our web site directory since saturday dec 22 2007, and till today pacterm for windows has been followed for a total of 2736 times. Production changes to the tnc may add errata or addendum sheets. To switch to the full command set of the kpc3 plus, get in command mode and give the command intface terminal. I have tried with out success using usb to serial adapters. It appears to have a software bug which causes delays of over 10 minutes when receiving packets from the radio and then forwarding them to the computer, which then forwards them to the. In this page you find schematic, users and instructions manuals, service manuals, technical supplement, leaf leads and other good stuff.
I had to cut off the two little hex heads with the female threads on the db25 side, because the kpc3 plus also has hex heads with female threads, but once plugged in, the db25 plug remains fairly stable. Kantronics upc availability in stock average rating 0. About pacterm for windows the resource is currently listed in in 2 categories. In use around the world, kantronics packet communicators set the standard by which others are measured. The settings described below are for the kpc33 plus. The kpc3 plus ships with newuser as the default intface mode. Kantronics kpc3 plus usb digital modems, kpc3 plus usb. When switching to or from p2p or wl2k the software sends out required commands to. Some things have been edited to correct typos in the original text. Resurrecting a kantronics kpc3 tnc for winlink use i recently bought four kantronics kpc3 tncs at bargain basement prices because the owners could not make them work.
The kpc 3 is the easiest tnc to setup for any aprs operation, a digi is easy takes almost no time. Kantronics has recently become aware of an anomaly in the version 9. Driver the computer interface chip inside this kpc3 plus is made by ftdi. This frees up the real serial port to talk to a computer, as needed, so you can run aprs all flavors on computers with only one serial port. Tnc pictures kantronics kpc 3 kantronics kam plus paccomm. This is the page to look at for tnc settings for aprs. We have attempted to make this manual technically and typographically correct as of the date of the current printing. Jul 30, 2016 video showing how to use the bulletin board system bbs feature in kantronics terminal node controller tnc products. Kpc 3 plus, kpc 9612 plus, kpc 9612, kam with enhancement board, kam plus. The kpc3 plus is a kantronics hardware and software design incorporating the ax. The settings described below are for the kpc 3 3 plus. The kpc3 plus is just as ideal for those starting out into packet radio, or for those. Kpc 3 1 open the case 2 with modem power off, install reset jumper, j7 near the power connector, on the two posts. Kpc3 1 open the case 2 with modem power off, install reset jumper, j7 near the power connector, on the two posts.
Software for packet radio use category is a curation of 32 web resources on, uiss windows packet program, packetcluster dx statistics, winafsk. Then connect the tnc to a computer with a terminal program such as hyperterminal in windows. I picked up a kpc3 and have it working fine with the old school comm port on my pc. How to download and update firmware kantronics kpc 3 firmware upgrade download digital photo cameras firmware.
To enter a command, the kpc3 plus needs to be in command communication mode. This manual contains information from earlier kpc1, kpc2, kpc2400, kpc4 and kam manuals and addendums, modified as appropriate. It appears to have a software bug which causes delays of over 10 minutes when receiving packets from the radio and then forwarding them to the computer, which then forwards them to the internet or possibly retransmits the old. Please visit us today for all your ham radio needs.
The kam, kpc4, kpc2400, kpc2 and kpc1 are kantronics hardware and software designs incorporating the ax. Diagnosing and fixing comport communication errors when using. The kpc3 is the easiest tnc to setup for any aprs operation, a digi is easy takes almost no time. Kantronics kpc3 plus radio modems packet communicators. I recently bought four kantronics kpc3 tncs at bargain basement prices. This is not the only tnc that will function as true widenn digi under the nn paradigm. This appears to be an issue with how the aprs software andor the ax. Video showing how to use the bulletin board system bbs feature in kantronics terminal node controller tnc products.
Kantronics kpc9612 xe radio modems packet communicators. Contains all the popular aprs functions, digipeating, and the emwin command. After using the kpc 9612 plus an additional 2 months i still believe this is a great unit. The delivery date is not guaranteed until you have checked out using an instant payment method. When switching to or from p2p or wl2k the software sends out. I have tried both the ftdi and the prolific chipset but. You can check our versatile product line and read about what kantronics products can do for you.
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