Optoelectronics Scout Manual de usuario
160 West Camino Real #233
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Telephone: 954-642-8997
Fax: 954-636-3533
Email: [email protected]
nternet: www.optoelectronics.com
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OPTOELECTRONICS
Scout
USER MANUAL
Table of Contents
ntroduction 1
Quick Start Guide 2 -4
External Connections 5
Front Panel Controls 6-8
Front Panel Display and ndicators 9 - 10
Communications Language 11
Specifications 12
Operation 13 - 20
Reaction Tuning 16 - 17
Antenna and Accessory Recommendations 21
Factory Service 22 - 23
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The Optoelectronics logo is a registered trademark of Optoelectronics, nc.
© Copyright 2008 Optoelectronics, nc.
160 West Camino Real #233
Boca Raton, FL 33432 U.S. atent No.
5,471,402
Factory Service
RETURN OLICY
The Optoelectronics Service Department will provide rapid turnaround of your repair. No return
authorization is required. Enclose complete information as follows:
1. Copy of sales receipt if under warranty.
2. Detailed description of problem(s).
3. Complete return address and phone number (UPS street address for USA).
4. Proper packaging (insurance recommended). Note: Carriers will not pay for
damage if items are improperly packaged.
5. Proper remittance including return shipping, if applicable (Visa/MasterCard
number with expiration date, Money order, Company PO, etc.). Note:
Personal checks are held for a minimum of two weeks before shipment.
Address all items to: Optoelectronics, nc.
Service Department
160 West Camino Real #233
Boca Raton, FL 33432
f in question, contact the factory for assistance. Service Department: (954) 642-8997. Monday -
Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
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This manual covers connection and operating instructions for the
Optoelectronics ScoutTM. The Optoelectronics ScoutTM is covered under
U.S. atent Number 5,471,402
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WARNING - Maximum input voltage is 12VDC. Automotive voltages may exceed 12V caus-
ing damage to internal circuitry. Damage resulting from excessive input voltage is readily
apparent and will not be covered under warranty. Units returned for warranty service that have
damage resulting from excessive supply voltages will incur service charges.
WARNING - Maximum antenna input signal is +15dBm (50mW). Under no circumstances
should the Scout be directly connected to an RF transmitter or be used in close proximity to a
radio transmitter of more than 5 watts. Damage to the input amplifier circuitry is readily appar-
ent and will not be covered under warranty. Units returned for warranty service that have dam-
age to the input circuitry will incur service charges.
CAUTION
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ntroduction
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The Scout is the latest advancement in hand-held frequency test instruments. t excels at finding and
recording frequencies for security, law enforcement, commercial and recreational applications. Patented
technology developed by Optoelectronics employs statistical analysis to filter out actual radio transmis-
sion frequencies from the background RF.
The Scout is more than a test instrument in the traditional sense because it is useful for finding frequen-
cies being used for two way radio communications. Designed to work with an antenna to pick up trans-
mitted radio frequencies, it is actually a frequency recorder. Up to 400 unique frequencies can be stored
in memory, along with up to 255 hits on each frequency.
The counter circuitry produces a coherent and stable count when there is a single dominant signal 10 to
20 dB stronger than any other signal or the RF floor. An embedded microprocessor evaluates each mea-
surement statistically to determine when an actual RF frequency is dominant. This is the digital filter pro-
cessing which makes automatic capture and recording possible.
Features include a signal strength bargraph, audible beeper, vibrator, internal NiCad batteries, and single
range operation. The Scout includes an AC-90 power adapter.
Factory Service
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RODUCT WARRANTY
Optoelectronics, nc. warrants all products and accessories for one (1) year against defects in materi-
als and workmanship to the original purchaser. Products returned for warranty service will be
repaired or replaced at Optoelectronics’ option.
Specifically excluded are any products returned under this warranty that upon examination, have
been modified, had unauthorized repairs attempted, have suffered damage to the input circuitry from
the application of an excessive input signal, have suffered damage to the charging circuitry or inter-
nal batteries from the application of excessive voltage, or show other evidence of misuse or abuse.
Optoelectronics reserves sole right to make this determination.
No other warranties are expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Optoelectronics, nc. is not liable for consequen-
tial damages.
WARRANTY
Products under warranty must be returned, transportation prepaid, to Optoelectronics’ service center.
All parts replaced and labor performed under warranty are at no charge to the customer.
NON-WARRANTY
Products not under warranty must be returned, transportation prepaid, to Optoelectronics’ service
center. Factory service will be performed on a time and materials basis at the service rate in effect at
the time of repair. A repair estimate prior to commencement of service may be requested. Return
shipping will be added to the service invoice and is to be paid by the customer.
Antenna and Accessory Recommendations
ANTENNAS
The small dual band, VHF/UHF, DB32 antenna is a very good multi-purpose antenna capable of pick-
ing up a very wide range of frequencies from 100MHz to 1GHz. There are other antennas available that
are useful for specific frequency ranges.
RD27 26-150MHz
RD150 144-165MHz
RD440 440-480MHz
RD800 500MHz-1GHz
BB85 100MHz-2GHz
DB32 100MHz-2GHz
Cell Lock824MHz-2GHz
TA100S 100-600MHz.
FILTERS
The N100 FM broadcast notch filter will remove the influence from local FM stations.
SERIAL DATA INTERFACE
n order to download the memories of the Scout, the Optoelectronics Optolinx serial data interface is
needed. The Optolinx universal PC interface adapts for use with a wide variety of receivers, frequency
counters and frequency recorders for the purpose of computer control of a receiver and downloading
memories of the Scout. The Optolinx comes supplied with the CB-C 5 cable, which is necessary in order
to interface the Scout to the Optolinx for downloading.
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Quick Start Guide
Step 1 TURN THE SCOUT ON
Set the POWER switch to the on position. On power-up, an LCD self-test will be displayed for two
seconds, followed by the COMMUN CAT ONS LANGUAGE for two seconds.
f the CAPTURE switch is ON when the Scout is turned on, the beeper is enabled.
Step 2 SELECT COMMUNICATIONS LANGUAGE
There are two different communications settings for the Scout; C -5 and AR8000.
To change the communications language:
1. Make sure F LTER and CAPTURE switches are in the ON position, or up.
2. Just after switching the power on, slide the CAPTURE switch to the OFF position, or down.
3. The Scout will display the new communications language.
Step 3 SELECT NORMAL MODE
NORMAL mode is selected by placing both the F LTER and CAPTURE switches in the OFF posi-
tion. n this mode the Scout functions as a conventional free-running frequency counter, where fre-
quency measurements are continuously displayed. The gate setting can be changed by pressing the
GATE/RECALL/CLEAR push-button switch on the front panel. The Scout has four different gate
settings.
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