The
Kantronics KAM PLUS is compatible with PACTERM 98 operating software, which allows
simultaneous dual-port, split mode operation in the Windows® 95/NT/98 operating
environment.
KAM Plus was designed to fill many different roles,
but the world of digital operations is constantly changing. Kantronics engineers
have designed KAM Plus to accept firmware and memory upgrades, so that your KAM Plus is
ready for future uses that may develop. The Kantronics KAM Plus is a versatile multi-mode
communicator engineered for years of dependable performance. Kantronics has been a pioneer
in digital communications, taking care to listen to the suggestions of digital operators,
like you.
Specifications—Kantronics KAM PLUS Data Communicator
| Dimensions (HWD) |
1.3" x 6.4" x 8.2" or 33 mm x
162 mm x 208 mm (w/o projections) |
| Weight |
2.5 lbs. or 1.1 kg (approx.) |
| Power Req. |
9VDC ~ 5VDC, 260 mA (max) 160 mZ (idle) |
| Power Plug |
Coaxial, center pin positive 2.1 mm |
| Ext. Connection Ports |
DB-9 female (VHF radio port); DB-25 female
(computer/data terminal); 8 pin DIN (HF radio port), power |
| Watchdog timer |
Approx. 2.5 minutes (jumper setting option) |
| External Carrier Detect |
Pulldown to ground |
| Data Rate–HF Port |
45 ~ 300 bps |
| Data Rate--VHF Port |
1200 bpx |
| PTT Output |
Open drain, +50 VDC max |
| FSK Output |
Open drain, +50 VDC max |
| Audio Output |
Continuously adjustable 1 mv p-p ~ 5 mv p-p |
| Drive Level (lo) |
HF: 20 ~ 400 mv
VHF: 2 ~ 60 mv |
| Drive Level (hi) |
HF: 200 mv ~ 4 v
VHF: 40 mv ~ 4 v |
| Output Impedance |
600W AC coupled |
| HF Modulation |
Up to 300 bps FSK, programmable MARK/SPACE
tones |
| VHF Modulation |
1200 bps FSK (Bell 202 ~ 1200/2200 HZ
standard) CCITT v.23 optonal by cutting trace at K18 |
| Audio Input |
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| Sensitivity |
HF: FM 2 mv; AM 40 mv VHF: 4 mv |
| Dynamic Range |
HF: >75dB; VHF: 73dB |
| Input Impedance |
10kW or 620W user selectable by jumper |
| Max input voltage |
HF:±12VDC; 35 vpp VHF:±12VDC |
| Operating Modes |
Packet, PACTOR, GTOR, AMTOR CCIR 476 and CCIR
625), RTTY, ASCII, CW, WEFAX, NAVTEX/AMTEX, KISS, HOST, GPS, EMWIN |
| LED Indicators |
Power, Xmit, Rcv, Connected, Status, Mail,
Tuner Centering Bar, Xmit, Lock/Con, Val/Sta |
| Remote Control Access |
All controller functions, user defined
password |
| Reset |
Keyboard or jumper placement |
| Compliance |
FCC Class B; Europe—CE Conformity |
KAM PLUS is protected by an one year warranty to the original owner.
A Quick Reference Guide to Kantronics Data Controllers
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High Speed |
Dual Port |
Packet |
HF & VHF |
Paging Monitor |
GPS Ops |
APRS® Ops |
K-Net |
9v battery option |
| KPC-3+ |
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Yes |
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Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| KPC-9612+ |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes (opt) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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| KAM+ |
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Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Yes |
Yes |
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| KAM98 |
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Yes |
Yes |
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Yes |
Yes |
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Explore New Modes
If you haven't tried GTOR™, PACTOR, or other HF text modes, KAM PLUS
can open new worlds of operating enjoyment. Copy NAVTEX bulletings and monitor
communications with ships or aircraft. Download WEFAX weather maps (requires
optional software) for up-to-the-
minute information. Receives, decodes and sends Morse Code from your
computer! Can also be used for code practice, generating random characters.GPS
Compatible
Connect a GPS to KAM PLUS (NMEA-0183 format required) and beacon your
position to others. Great for mobile and marine operators. KAM'9 is engineered
to work with APRS® geolocating software and supports advanced UI frame digipeating
functions.
HF and/or VHF Operation
KAM PLUS is flexible in that it can be used on HF or VHF/UHF bands.
With Pacterm 98, both ports can be active under different windows and in different modes!
Large Capacity Internal Mailbox
100k personal mailbox is standard, expandable with optional 512k memory
chip. Free Signal Detection supports HF e-mail function, a popular feature with many
marine operators. Mailbox can respond to HF calls on TOR modes as well as packet.
Remote Access and Remote Control
KAM PLUS can be remotely accessed and controlled with user defined
password protection.
Versatile Operations
Use your KAM Plus at home,in the field, mobile or marine. works with
base, mobile, and hand-held radios.
Internal Help
HELP command gives a brief description of parameter settings.
Detailed Manual
Reference manual provides help with getting started, setting parameters
and operating the many different modes of the KAM Plus.
KAM PLUS Options:
- 120VAC to 12VDC power cube
- 512k memory expansion chip
- Hardware Single Port (HSP) cable
- Pacterm 98™ program for Windows 95/NT/98®
- Superfax 2™ WEFAX software
Kantronics
1202 East 23rd St.
Lawrence, Kansas 66046
Phone: 785-842-7745
Fax: 785-842-2031
E-mail: sales@kantronics.com
Web: http://www.kantronics.com |