Arcom RC210, Operation Manual, Page: 7 / 68

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Command Reference
Command Structure
The RC210 provides an extremely flexible and powerful command structure. Each port is capable of being controlled independently as
well as controlling any other port.
There are 3 types of commands in the RC210:
Port Specific -
Those commands that are specific to a particular port. For example, if you wanted to select a different courtesy
tone on Port 1, you could do so without affecting the courtesy tone on the other ports.
Global -
Those commands which don't affect a specific port. A good example would be reading a meter face.
Programming -
Those commands which change the operating parameters of the RC210. Some programming commands affect
only a specific port. For example, programming the amount of Hang Time on Port 1. Other programming commands affect things that
are not port specific. For example, entering a Remote Base Prefix.
Evaluation Of Entered Commands
The controller evaluates and acts on entered DTMF digits under two conditions - upon COS (or CTCSS) closure of the receiver
receiving the digits or upon receipt of the DTMF Terminator Digit. For example, there is an interfering signal on the receiver you're
currently using. Obviously the controller would never detect COS (or CTCSS) closure under this condition. By ending your entered
command with a "D", you force the controller to act regardless of the COS (or CTCSS) state. This feature also permits you to string
commands together, separated by a "D" and the controller will act on them one-at-a-time. This allows for automated programming, such
as is done by our RCP Programming Software.
Note: this terminator digit can be changed to be something other than "D". See the
Programming section for details.
Command Accessibility
As it arrives from the factory, all commands in the RC210 are protected behind the unlock commands. This means that no commands
will be accepted by the RC210 unless one of its 3 ports is first unlocked. Not to worry however, as you can easily assign any function in
the RC210 ("re-map") to be accessible without first unlocking the RC210 (this is explained in the Macro section of this manual).
To some, this may seem a strange way to do things but there are distinct advantages to doing so:

Most repeater system owners don't make the majority of functions available to general users.

Since every RC210 is shipped with the same default codes, you don't need to spend time reprogramming every, single
command in order to prevent malicious users from "playing". Only those functions you specifically make available are
accessible.
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You can assign your own custom code to every function as needed.
As you can see, this method gives you complete control over who will have access to which functions in your repeater system without
compromising security on your system. And without you having to do a ton of work!