KPC-9612+ Packet Communicator

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Overview

KPC-9612+ 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
• Node and Network node functions standard "KA" Node and K-Net™
• 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

KPC-9612+ Specifications

Dimensions (H×W×D)	0.8"×6.7"×6.9" (21 mm × 170 mm × 175 mm) without projections
Weight	18 oz (0.5 kg) (approx.)
Power Requirements	DC 6 V to 25 V, < 45 mA (LEDs on, unit active)
Power Connector	2.1mm coaxial, center pin positive
External Signal Ports	DB-9 female (radio port 1) DB-15 female (radio port 2) DB-25 female (computer/data terminal)
Watchdog Timer	3 minutes (radio port 1), 40 seconds (radio port 2) (approx)
External Carrier Detect	Pulldown to ground
Analog Measurement Inputs (A/D Converter)	Two inputs; 0 V to +5 V, 8-bit accuracy, ZIN= 20 kOhm
PTT Output	Open drain, max +50 V dc, 200 mA max
Radio Port 1
Data Rate	1200 bps (default); 300, 400, 600
Modulation	1200 bps FSK full duplex CCITT V.23 1300 Hz/2100 Hz
Audio Output Level	Continuously adjustable from 1 mV p-p to 4 V p-p
Output Impedance	600 Ohm, AC coupled
Audio Input Sensitivity	5 mV p-p
Input Dynamic Range	> 70 dB
Input Impedance	Unbalanced, 10 kOhm (600 Ohm with jumper J 3 installed)
Max Audio Input Voltage	±12 V dc; 35 V p-p sinusoidal
Equalization	None or Fixed
Radio Port 2
Data Rate	4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 bps
Modulation	Gaussian Filtered DFSK with normal Bandwidths of 0.3, 0.5 or full
Audio Output Level	2 mV p-p ~ 100 mV p-p (J 20 off) 80 mV p-p ~ 4 V p-p (J 20 on)
Output Impedance	600 Ohm, AC or DC coupled
Audio Input Sensitivity	lo: 15 mV ~ 200 mv p-p (J 16 on) hi: 80 mV ~ 2.0 V p-p
Input Dynamic Range	>20 dB (either range)
Input Impedance	Unbalanced, 10 kOhm (600 Ohm with jumper J 3 installed)
Max Audio Input Voltage	±25 V dc; 25 V p-p sinusoidal
Equalization	Variable, Software controlled
RX S/N Quality Indicator	0 V to 3 V dc (Zout= 2.2 kOhm)
General
Operating Modes	Packet, KISS, XKISS, HOST, GPS, PAGING, MODEM
LED Indicators	Power, Xmit, Rcv, Connected, Status, Mail (user option on/off)
Remote Control Access	All controller functions, user-defined password
External Reset	Pulldown to ground
Operating Protocols	AX.25 Levels 1 and 2 (user-selectable)
Compliance	FCC Class B; Europe - CE Conformity

Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation.
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