
Chapter 5
Test and Measurement Functions
Tone Encoding
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CX300 ComXpert Operation Manual
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February, 2022
5.10.5 Tone Encoding - CTCSS
Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch (CTCSS) is a system where a continuous, sub-audible
tone is encoded into the transmit audio of a radio to control the squelch opening of a
receiver. The receiver will only decode the signal when it receives that specific tone. The
CX300 supports the following CTCSS settings.
5.10.6 Tone Encoding - Tone Remote
Tone Remote signaling generates three independent tone sequences that the CX300 uses
for Tone Remote Encoding. The ability to define three separate components provides
users with the ability to determine if the UUT is properly processing the received audio tone
remote sequences.
Table 5-28 Tone Encoding CTCSS Controls and Settings
Parameter
Description
CTCSS Tone
This field defines the audio tone that is applied to the carrier
signal.
CTCSS Level
This field defines the level of the encoded tone; CTCSS
encoder levels are usually set for 15% of system deviation.
Table 5-29 Tone Encoding Remote Controls and Settings
Parameter
Description
Tone Remote Level
Tone remote levels are relative to a fixed level of one
portion of the signal. This field defines the fixed level of the
encoded signal.
Tone Frequency
This field defines the modulation frequency for each Tone
Remote component.
Tone Level
This field defines signal Level for each Tone Remote
component.
Tone Duration
This field defines the length of time each Tone Remote
component is emitted.
Start Button
This button begins sending the defined tone sequence.