Kantronics KPC-9612+
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'''Kantronics KPC-9612+''' -- is a versatile multi-port, multi-speed radio modem/[[TNC]]/data controller designed to fill many different roles, now and in the future. Capable of speeds up to 38.4 kbps and optional three port operation, the KPC-9612+ opens a new era in user flexibility and customization. | '''Kantronics KPC-9612+''' -- is a versatile multi-port, multi-speed radio modem/[[TNC]]/data controller designed to fill many different roles, now and in the future. Capable of speeds up to 38.4 kbps and optional three port operation, the KPC-9612+ opens a new era in user flexibility and customization. | ||
Revision as of 12:22, 17 February 2009
Kantronics KPC-9612+ -- is a versatile multi-port, multi-speed radio modem/TNC/data controller designed to fill many different roles, now and in the future. Capable of speeds up to 38.4 kbps and optional three port operation, the KPC-9612+ opens a new era in user flexibility and customization.
Applications Include
- 'Keyboard to keyboard' communications
- Send/Receive Files
- Send/Receive Paging signals (POCSAG 512, 1200, 2400)
- Digipeater
- Personal Mail Box
- Local area node
- Remote control devices
- Remote access
- Network node operation (requires optional K-Net™ firmware)
- BBS operations and message forwarding
- GPS position transmitting and tracking (NMEA-0183 data required)
- Data storage and retrieval
- Weather facsimile reception (requires additional software)
- EMWIN weather information (requires additional software)
- 1200 <--> 9600 gateway operation
- The KPC-9612+ can be used in the field with a radio to form a mobile data terminal, or (with the addition of an external GPS receiver) a GPS mobile "tracker". Its broad supply voltage range (DC 5.5 V to 25 V) allows for maximum flexibility.
Features
- Dual port 1200/9600 bps operation, standard
- Port 1 supports 1200 bps
- Port 2 supports 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 bps with DFSK modulation
- "NEWUSER" mode provides a quick start for packet newcomers
- Large capacity internal mailbox and mail forwarding feature
- Multiple user mailbox flashes Mail lamp for up to 10 call signs
- GPS operation mode allows use with APRS® or other geolocation software
- Telemetry functions and Remote Control with two A/D inputs and two control line outputs
- Paging transmit/receive capability -- POCSAG compatible
- Faster HC11 Motorola® central processor
- Digital audio drive control -- set from keyboard or by remote control
- Low current requirements
- Network node functions with standard "KA" Node or optional K-Net™ firmware
- BBS, KISS, XKISS, HOST, TERMINAL, GPS and MODEM operating modes
- Upgradeable as new firmware is released
- "Online" HELP feature
- 128k memory standard; 512k optional
- Comes with data connector, data wire, coaxial power plug, detailed manual & basic software
- Use with base, mobile or hand-held radios
- Made in the USA -- Limited one year warranty to original purchaser
