PicCon
Radio Transmitter Controller
User’s Manual

User’s Manual version 1.2	Firmware version 1.5	Hardware version 1.0	

Byon Garrabrant, N6BG
8378 Granite Mountain Lane
Las Vegas, NV 89129
byon@mail.com
http://www.qsl.net/n6bg/piccon/
General Description
PicCon is a PIC microcontroller based radio controller designed for hidden transmitter hunting.  When combined with a radio transmitter, it will produce tone sequences and Morse code messages at user-programmed times.  It is completely field programmable via DTMF tones, utilizes EEPROM for all programmed options so they are remembered when power is removed, and is quite compact.  

PicCon interfaces to a radio transceiver much like a packet radio TNC does.  It is controlled by the audio it receives from the radio, in the form of DTMF tones, and operates the radio by controlling the Push To Talk (PTT) while sending audio in the form of tones and modulated CW Morse code.

PicCon includes an LED, to show which state the device is in, and a push-button switch, to allow the starting and stopping of a transmission without requiring a DTMF receiver.  There are two jumper options on the board, one for power (on/off) , and one to activate PTT via the microphone line as is required by most hand-held radios. 

PicCon is usually provided in kit form, which includes a manual, a printed circuit board, and all parts necessary to build the board, excluding a chassis.  A six conductor cable is provided to interface to PicCon, but plugs for radio and power are not, since there are so many possible configurations. PicCon draws only a few milliamps, and runs off any 7-35VDC source, including a standard 9-volt battery.
Acknowledgments
PicCon was developed with the help of many individuals who deserve recognition.  Randy Holland (KO6KC), Marty Mitchell (N6ZAV), Dave Lee (W6ZL), Steve Sobodos (KN6UX), Chris MacDonald (KA6BTS), Ken Mirabella (KM6YH), Bob Barris, (KD6IFZ), Rachael Kent (KE6GIO), Dave Hess (KD6LZA), Joe Moell (K0OV), David Tait, Andy Warren, and Lara Garrabrant (KD6AYO).  Thanks go to all these people for helping making PicCon all it is.

 Printed Circuit Board Assembly Instructions
To assemble PicCon, the following equipment is necessary: a low wattage pencil-type soldering iron with a small tip, some thin solder, a pair of small diagonal cutters, and a pair of needle nose pliers. The integrated circuits are static sensitive, so use standard precautions.  The following checklist will be useful to insure all components are properly assembled.  For each item, insert on the component side (white silk-screen side), then turn the board over and solder the leads on the green solder side.  Be sure to only solder to the correct pad, and do not let any solder touch any other pad or trace.  Trim any excess leads with diagonal cutters after soldering each item. Check with the Parts List for resistor color codes and capacitor identification.  The assembly process should take about 30 minutes.

•	Install the two 18-pin IC sockets, one for U1, and one for U2.  Be sure to align the notched end of the socket with the notch on the silk-screen.  
•	Install capacitors C1, C2, C3 and C4. Polarity does not matter.  Some leads may need to be bent to 0.1 inch spacing before insertion. See Parts List for identification.
•	Install resistors R2 - R7.  For each resistor, fold one of the leads 180 degrees at the bulb of the resistor so that both leads are parallel and about .1 inch apart. Install vertically on the board. Polarity does not matter. Bend the leads apart once inserted to hold in place and insert all 6 resistors before soldering.  See Parts List for color coding and identification.
•	Install glass diode D1.  Bend the leads as was done with the resistors.  Align the striped side of the diode (cathode) with the stripe on the silk-screen (nearest the edge of the board).
•	Install potentiometer R1.
•	Install switch SW1.
•	Install LED DS1.  The leads of the LED may need to be straightened before insertion. Be sure to align the flat side of the LED (cathode) with the stripe on the silk-screen (closest to the RJ11 jack J1).  Leave about ¼ inch between the LED and the board so that the LED may be bent 90 degrees over and aligned with the front edge of J1.  
•	Install 1x2 jumper posts J2 and J3.  Insert short side through board.
•	Install voltage regulator Q2. Be sure to orient with the pattern shown on the silk-screen.
•	Install transistor Q1.  Be sure to orient with the pattern shown on the silk-screen.
•	Install RJ-11 jack J1.  Push through large holes before soldering.
•	Install crystal X1. Polarity does not matter.

After all items have been installed, inspect the solder side of the board for poor or cold solder joints.  All pads should be shiny and smooth. Inspect for any undesired solder bridges.  If the board looks ready, insert the two integrated circuits into their sockets.  The rows of pins may need to be bent slightly. Be sure to align the notch in each chip with the notch on the socket, as well as the notch on the board’s silk-screen (nearest the edge of the board).  Also be sure that the chips are in their correct sockets.  Improperly inserted chips may be permanently damaged!

Parts List
Part	Description	Source	
PCB	PicCon Printed Circuit Board	Byon Garrabrant, N6BG	
U1	PIC 16F84 microcontroller 
(with PicCon firmware)	Byon Garrabrant, N6BG	
U2	SSI 202 DTMF decoder	B.G. Micro 	
X1	3.579545 crystal	B.G. Micro	
Q1	2N2222A NPN transistor (R327)	B.G. Micro	
Q2	78L05 voltage regulator	Digi-Key NJM78L05A-ND	
R1	1K potentiometer (102)	Digi-Key 36C13-ND	
R2	1 M resistor (brn-blk-grn)	Digi-Key 1.0MQBK-ND	
R3	22 K resistor  (red-red-org)	Digi-Key 22KQBK-ND	
R4,R5	10 K resistor  (brn-blk-org)	Digi-Key 10KQBK-ND	
R6	2.2 K resistor  (red-red-red)	Digi-Key 2.2KQBK-ND	
R7	1 K resistor  (brn-blk-red)	Digi-Key 1.0KQBK-ND	
C1,C2,C3	.1 f capacitor (104)	B.G. Micro	
C4	.01 f capacitor (103)	B.G. Micro	
SW1	SPST Switch (mom. cont.)	Digi-Key EG1840-ND	
J1	6 conductor RJ-11 jack	Digi-Key A9031-ND	
D1	1N914 Diode (1N4148)	B.G. Micro	
DS1	Red T1-3/4 LED	B.G. Micro	
J2,J3	1x2 Jumper header posts (2)	B.G. Micro	
	Jumper shunts (2)	B.G. Micro	
	18 pin dip sockets (2)	B.G. Micro	

Byon Garrabrant, N6BG
byon@mail.com
8128 Kokoma Dr.
Las Vegas, NV 89128	B.G Micro
(800) 276-2206
PO Box 280298
Dallas, TX 75228 	Digi-Key
(800) 344-4539
701 Brooks Ave.
Thief River Falls, MN 56701	

Interface Cable Assembly Instructions
PicCon’s radio and power interface is connected through the RJ-11 jack (J1). When the jack is viewed from the front (opening towards you, soldered pins down),  the pins are numbered 1 to 6 (from left to right) with their functions listed below.  The pins on the plug of the cable, when viewed from the end (clip down)  are numbered 6 to 1 (from left to right). The colors shown below are standard, but should be double checked.

Pin	Function	Color	
1 	Radio Push to Talk (PTT)	white	
2 	Radio Ground	black	
3 	Radio transmit audio (MIC)	red	
4	Radio received audio (SPKR)	green	
5	Positive DC Power (+)	yellow	
6 	Negative DC Ground (-)	blue	

The power leads (pins 5 and 6, furthest from the LED) should be connected to a 9-volt battery connector or any other 7-35 volt DC source.  Do not confuse power pins 5 and 6 with the red and black wires (pins 2 and 3).

Consult the radio’s owner’s manual for more details on the radio interface.  Most hand held radios (other than Kenwood) do not need pin 1 (PTT) connected, but instead need PTT jumper J3 on the board to be closed.  If PTT is wired to the radio, board jumper J3 should be left open (off).

Printed Circuit Board Use
Jumper J2 can be used to control power to PicCon.  When closed (on), power will be passed to the rest of the circuit.  When open (off) PicCon will not operate.  This jumper can be replaced with an external power switch, if desired.  Jumper J3 connects the Radio PTT to the Radio MIC with a resistor as required for most hand held radios.  If this connection is not needed, jumper J3 should be left open (off).  Potentiometer R1 controls the outgoing MIC audio level.  Adjust so that audio tones are comfortable when heard on a second receiver. 
Operations Overview
Basic PicCon operation is simple.  When started, PicCon will send a transmission sequence to a radio transmitter over and over again.  A transmission sequence consists of between two and eight of the following: off-the-air delays, tone sequences, and Morse code IDs (although typically, only a tone sequence and a Morse code ID are needed). After the transmission sequence is sent, it will restart, either immediately, or, after a pre-programmed delay.  The transmission sequence can optionally be programmed with an initial delay of over 100 hours and the sequence can optionally be programmed to stop running after up to 100 hours.  The transmission sequence can be started, stopped, or re-started at any time.  All parameters for the transmission can be pre-programmed, including the tones, speed, and duration of the tone sequence, speed and tone of  the Morse code ID, delay duration, the transmission sequence order and loop time, initial delay and total run time.

There are also several special modes which can be applied if desired.  These include random tone sequences, random tone durations, random Morse code ID frequency, various LED modes, a CW mode and a one-shot mode.  There is also a special mode to comply with IARU International T-Hunting Rules.  PicCon can also be locked and unlocked via DTMF to prevent unwanted controlling. 

Timings
There are five timing parameters which can be adjusted to configure PicCon.  The tone sequence timer controls how long the tone sequence will run, each time it is included in the transmission sequence. The transmission delay controls how long PicCon will delay without transmission, each time it is included in the transmission sequence. The transmission loop time controls how often to restart the transmission sequence.  The initial delay controls a one-time off-the-air delay before starting transmissions, and the total run time controls how long to send transmissions before stopping.  

For example, assume the transmission delay is set to 0, the tone sequence timer is set to 10 seconds, and the transmission loop time is set to 30 seconds.  Also assume the transmission sequence is set to delay - tones - ID and that the initial delay and total run time are both set to 0 (off).  When started, PicCon would delay send the tone sequence for 10 seconds, send the Morse ID (about 5 seconds depending on speed and duration), and then delay off the air for about 15 seconds.  Then the sequence would start over again with the tone sequence for 10 seconds, starting exactly 30 after the last time it started. 

LED modes
The LED serves multiple purposes for PicCon.  In the normal LED mode, the LED will flash quickly when receiving DTMF or when the switch SW1 is pressed.  It will be on without flashing when PTT is active.  It will flash 3 times per second when it is being programmed, and will flash once per second when running, but not currently transmitting.  When in the alternate LED mode, the LED will be solid when receiving DTMF or when the switch SW1 is pressed, and will flash when it is being programmed.  The LED can also be completely disabled.

Normal mode 	Alternate mode	Meaning	
ON 	-	PTT active	
Fast Flash	ON	Receiving DTMF or SW1 pressed	
Medium Flash	Medium Flash	Programming	
Slow Flash	-	Running, but not PTT	

Quick Start
After assembling PicCon and the interface cable, connect to the radio and battery/power supply.  The LED should flash twice if all it working correctly.  When PicCon is initially started or after it has been reset, the only programming that must be done before operation is setting the Morse ID to the operator’s callsign.  This is done with the C1 command.  A remote transmitter can be used, or the radio connected to PicCon.  To use the connected radio, PTT may need to be pressed by hand while DTMF is sent.  Most radios will send the DTMF tones out the radio’s earphone jack when it transmits them, so PicCon should be able to use then. To program the Morse ID, send DTMF “C”, then DTMF “1”, followed by a number of two-digit codes, each representing a letter or number in the desired callsign.  The letter “A” is entered with the code 01, “B” with 02, and so on.  The numerals 0 to 9 are entered as DTMF “3” followed by the DTMF of the numeral itself.  The callsign entry is completed with a DTMF “#”.  (For example, to enter the callsign N6BG, send the following DTMF digits: “C1 14 36 02 07 #”.)  Modify the example and enter the correct callsign now. After the callsign is entered, operations can begin by pressing SW1 or sending a DTMF “1”.  This will start PicCon transmitting with the default tone sequence and transmission sequence and timing.  It can be stopped by pressing SW1 again.  Operation can be then further configured with the commands below.

Control Commands
PicCon can be controlled via either a single DTMF tone command or a manual switch (SW1).  “Controls” consist of starting and stopping a transmission, locking, unlocking and resetting PicCon.  When a transmission is started, or re-started if already running, all delay and loop timers are reset, and the transmission begins with the first item in the transmission sequence.  If a transmission delay has been programmed, that time must pass before the transmission will begin. The transmission will continue to run until controlled to stop, power is removed, or total run time is reached, if programmed. Pressing  the manual switch (SW1) has the same function as DTMF “2”.

1 	Start transmission	
2 	Toggle transmission on/off	
3 	Stop transmission	
4	Lock DTMF control	
0	Reset PicCon EEPROM	
SW1 	Toggle transmission on/off	

Start Transmission (1)
This command is used to begin a transmission.  If no initial delay is programmed, and the transmission sequence starts with tones or the Morse ID, radio transmissions should begin immediately.  All timers are reset when a transmission is started.   If a transmission is already running, it will be restarted.

Toggle Transmission ON/OFF (2 or SW1 press)
This command will function like the Start Transmission if no transmission is running, or like the Stop Transmission if a transmission is running or if PicCon is in the initial delay mode.

Stop Transmission (3)
This command is used to stop the currently running transmission.  If no transmission is running, this has no effect.

Lock DTMF Control (4)
This command is used to lock out further DTMF controlling and programming.  It can be unlocked by entering a ‘#‘, followed by the DTMF unlock code (set with A6xxxx).  The default unlock code is 0000.  When locked, the LED will not flash with received DTMF, however SW1 will continue to function.

Reset PicCon EEPROM (0)
This command is used to reset PicCon’s EEPROM to the original settings.  This may be required if parameters get programmed to improper values.  To activate, press and hold switch SW1 and send DTMF 0.  This will clear all previously programmed options, including Morse code ID.
Programming Commands
PicCon can be programmed via short DTMF tone sequences.  All programming begins with an DTMF A, B, C, or D, and most options can be set with 4 or 6 tones. The DTMF ‘#’ will cancel any incomplete programming command that starts with A or B, and is used to complete any programming command that starts with C. Programming can be done while PicCon is transmitting, although timing may be slightly affected.  The following chart shows the programming commands.

A1mmss 	Set transmission delay to mm minutes and ss seconds	
A2mmss 	Set tones duration to mm minutes and ss seconds	
A3mmss 	Set transmission loop time to mm minutes and ss seconds 	
A4hhmm 	Set initial delay time to hh hours and mm minutes	
A5hhmm 	Set total run time to hh hours and mm minutes	
A6xxxxx 	Set DTMF unlock code to xxxx 	
B1xx	Set tones sequence speed (00-99)	
B2xx	Set Morse code speed in words per minute (05-30)	
B3xx	Set Morse code tone (01-99)	
B4xx	Set Operation Mode A Flags	
B5xx	Set Operation Mode B Flags	
C1....# 	Set Morse code message	
C2....# 	Set simple tone sequence (1 digit per tone)	
C3....# 	Set detailed tone sequence (2 digits per tone)	
C4....# 	Set transmission sequence 	
Dx 	Set IARU Mode 	

Set Transmission Delay (A1mmss)
This command is used to set an off-the-air delay time of between 0 seconds and over 100 minutes. To be used, this delay must be placed in the transmission sequence.  This delay will not be needed for typical operations, and should only be used when offsetting multiple PicCons which will be started simultaneously, or for a non-trivial transmission sequence.  Typical transmissions should use the transmission loop time (A3mmss) for setting off-the-air delays. DTMF format is “A1” followed by 2 digits for number of minutes, and then 2 digits for number of seconds.
Examples:	A10000 - no delay
		A10030 - 30 second delay
		A10210 - 2 minute 10 second delay

Set Tones Duration (A2mmss)
This command is used to set the amount of time that the tone sequence is transmitted.  Valid range is between 0 seconds and over 100 minutes.  The radio PTT is keyed and the tone sequence is repeated during this time.  To be used, the tone sequence must be placed in the Transmission Sequence.  DTMF format is “A2” followed by 2 digits of number for minutes, and then 2 digits for number of seconds.
Examples:	A20000 - no tone sequence
		A20030 - 30 seconds of tones
		A20210 - 2 minute 10 seconds of tones

Set Transmission Loop Time (A3mmss)
This command is used to set how often the transmission sequence loops.  Valid range is between 0 seconds and over 100 minutes.  When set to 0000, the transmission restarts as soon as it ends.  When set to something other than 0000, the controller goes into a waiting state when it completes a transmission, until the designated time has elapsed since the transmission was started.  At this time, the transmission restarts.  If the transmission has not yet completed, it will still be restarted. DTMF format is “A3” followed by 2 digits for number of minutes, and then 2 digits for number of seconds.
Examples:	A30000 - loop upon completion of transmission
		A30030 - loop transmission every 30 seconds
		A30210 - loop transmission every 2 minutes 10 seconds

Set Initial Delay Time (A4hhmm)
This command is used to set a one-time initial delay.  When a transmission is started, either via DTMF or switch press, PicCon will wait for the specified amount of time before beginning the transmission. If set to 0000, the transmission will begin without delay. Valid range is between 0 minutes and over 100 hours. DTMF format is “A4” followed by 2 digits for number of hours, and then 2 digits for number of minutes.
Examples:	A40130 - Set Initial delay to 1 hour 30 minutes
		A40000 - Do not use an initial delay

Set Total Run Time (A5hhmm)
This command is used to set a total transmission run time.  When set to 0000, the transmission will only stop when commanded via DTMF or switch press.  When set to something other than 0000, the transmission will stop after the specified amount of time.  The Initial Delay Time (A4)  is not included in the total run time.  DTMF format is “A5” followed by 2 digits for number of hours, and then 2 digits for number of minutes.
Examples:	A50130 - Set run for a total of 1 hour and 30 minutes
		A50000 - Run until commanded to stop

Set DTMF Unlock Code (A6xxxx)
This command is used to set a code to unlock PicCon when it has been DTMF locked.  PicCon is locked via a DTMF “4” command.  To unlock a locked PicCon, enter the pound sign (#), followed by the DTMF unlock code programmed with this command (xxxx).  While PicCon is locked, the LED will not flash with received DTMF commands, as it normally does when unlocked.  DTMF lock state will be cleared if power is removed.  Default unlock code is 0000. DTMF format is “A6” followed by a 4 digit number.
Examples:	A61234 - Set DTMF unlock code to 1234

Set Tone Speed (B1xx)
This command is used to set the how fast the tone sequence tones are played. Valid range is between 00 (very slow) and 99 (very fast).  DTMF format is “B1” followed by 2 digits for speed.
Examples:	B102 - play tones slowly
		B195 - play tones quickly

Set Morse Code ID Speed (B2xx)
This command is used to set the how fast the Morse code ID is sent in words per minute. Valid range is between 05 (wpm) and 30 (wpm).  DTMF format is “B2” followed by 2 digits for speed.
Examples:	B208 - play Morse code at 8 words per minute
		B227 - play Morse code at 27 words per minute

Set Morse Code ID Tone (B3xx)
This command is used to set the tone frequency of the Morse code ID. Valid range is between 01 (low) and 99 (high).  The specific frequency used is 
[ 27965 / ( 110 - tone ) ] Hz. DTMF format is “B3” followed by a 2 digit tone.
Examples:	B375 - play Morse code ID at 799Hz [27965/(110-75)Hz]
B354 - play Morse code ID at 499Hz [27965/(110-54)Hz] 
B382 - play Morse code ID at 999Hz [27965/(110-82)Hz]

Set Operation Mode A Flags (B4xx)
This command is used to set the first group of miscellaneous mode options, which are shown below.

1 	Random Tone Sequence	
2 	Random Tone Speed	
4	Random Morse Code Tone	
8	Use alternate LED mode	
16	Disable LED	
32 	Auto-Start on Power-Up	

Random Tone Sequence (1)
When this mode is set, the programmed tone sequence is ignored and a random tone sequence is used.  

Random Tone Speed (2)
When this mode is set, the programmed tone speed is ignored and a random tone speed is used.  

Random Morse Code Tone (4)
When this mode is set, the Morse Code ID will play at a random tone each time. 

Use Alternate LED mode (8)
When this mode is set, an alternate LED mode will be used.  The LED will be on when DTMF is received or the switch is pressed, and will flash when in programming mode.  This mode does not show PTT or running state. 

Disable LED (16)
When this mode is set, the LED will not light or flash. 

Auto-Start on Power-Up (32)
When this mode is set, PicCon will automatically start the transmission when power is applied.

To set the operation mode A flags, add the codes of the desired option.  Valid range is between 00 and 63.  DTMF format is “B4” followed by a 2 digit “sum code”.
Examples:	B400 - Use no special A operation modes 
B403 - Play random tones at random speeds (03 = 2 + 1)
B433 - Auto-Start transmission and play random tones at the programmed speed.  (33 = 32 + 1)

Set Operation Mode B Flags (B5xx)
This command is used to set the second group of miscellaneous mode options, which are shown below.

1 	Only run once	
2 	CW mode	

Only run once (1)
When this mode is set, PicCon will stop running after one iteration of the C4 transmission sequence.  This is useful for “one-shot” transmissions or Ids. 

CW mode (2)
When this mode is set, the PTT is keyed only when audio is generated. This mode is intended for 80-meter CW hunts and other non-FM based transmitters.  It is recommended for use during a Morse ID only hunt, or when using the IARU mode.  The audio is still present on the audio out line, but should not be needed.

To set the operation mode B flags, add the codes of the desired option.  Valid range is between 00 and 03.  DTMF format is “B5” followed by a 2 digit “sum code”.
Examples:	B502 - Run in CW mode

Set Morse Code ID (C1xxxx…#)
This command is used to set the Morse code ID. The ID may be up to 14 characters. All characters are entered as 2 digit numbers.  The letters are entered as an ordinal number (A = 01, B = 02, Z = 26). The numbers are entered as “3” followed by the number (1 = 31, 9 = 39).  A space is entered as 00. A complete chart is below.  DTMF format is “C1” followed by up to 14 two-digit character codes, and completed with a “#”.
Example:	C1 14 36 02 07 00 20 31 #  - set ID to “N6BG T1” 

A  01	G  07	M  13	S  19	Y  25	0  30	5  35	?  40	
B  02	H  08	N  14	T  20	Z  26	1  31	6  36	BT  41	
C  03	I  09	O  15	U  21	/  27	2  32	7  37	AR  42	
D  04	J  10	P  16	V  22	,  28	3  33	8  38	SK  43	
E  05	K  11	Q  17	W  23	.  29	4  34	9  39		
F  06	L  12	R  18	X  24			SPACE  00	

Set Simple Tone Sequence (C2xxx…#)
This command is used to set the tone sequence. Up to 28 tones can be entered, each one being 1 of 9 tones or silence. All tones are entered as a single DTMF digit from 0 to 9 where 0 is silence, 1 is the lowest tone, and 9 is the highest.  The sequence loops for the tone duration time and speed is set with the “set tone speed” command. This command is simpler to use than the Set Detailed Tone Sequence Command because only one DTMF digit per tone is needed, but it only allows the use of 9 different tones.  Only one tone sequence can be stored, so this command clears a detailed tone sequence. DTMF format is “C2” followed by up to 28 single-digits, and completed with a “#”.
Example:	C2123045607890# - set the tone sequence to rising groups of 		three

Set Detailed Tone Sequence (C3xxxx…#)
This command is used to set the tone sequence. Up to 28 tones and be entered, each one being 1 of  99 tones or silence. All tones are entered as a 2 DTMF digits from 00 to 99 where 00 is silence, 01 is the lowest tone, and 99 is the highest. The frequency of each tone is [27965/(110-tone)] Hz. The sequence loops for the tone duration time and speed is set with the “set tone speed” command. This command is more difficult to use than the Set Simple Tone Sequence Command because two DTMF digits per tone are needed, but it allows the use of 99 different tones.  Only one tone sequence can be stored, so this command clears a simple tone sequence. DTMF format is “C3” followed by up to 28 double-digits, and completed with a “#”.
Example:	C3 10 20 30 00 40 50 60 00 # - set the tone sequence to rising		groups of three

The following chart gives the PicCon two-digit tone equivalent to common musical notes starting with middle C.

C	03	F	30	B	53	E	68	A	78	D	86	G	92	
D	15	G	39	C	57	F	70	B	82	E	89	A	94	
E	25	A	46	D	62	G	74	C	83	F	90	B	96	

Set Transmission Sequence (C4xxxx…#)
This command is used to set the transmission sequence. Up to 8 sequence elements can be entered, consisting of an off-the-air delay (DTMF “1”), a tone sequence (DTMF “2”), and a Morse code ID (DTMF “3”). Each element is entered as a single DTMF digit between 1 and 3. The chart below also shows the which DTMF digit to use for each element.  DTMF format is “C4” followed by up to 8 DTMF digits, and completed with a “#”.
Examples:	C4 2 3 # - set a transmission sequence to tones and Morse ID.  		This make a good simple sequence.
C4 2 1 3 1 # - set transmission sequence to tones, delay, 	Morse code ID, delay.

1 	off-the-air delay	
2 	tone sequence	
3 	Morse code ID	

Set IARU Mode (Dx)
This command is used to enable IARU mode.  In IARU mode, the tone sequence is replaced by Morse Code “MOE” for T 1, “MOI” for T2, etc. Switch SW1 must be pressed and held while activating this mode . The digit after the D is the T number, between 1 and 9.  When this mode is set, tone speed (B1xx) should be updated by the user to a value between 04 and 20. The tone sequence duration (A2) determines how long the sequence will run.  To clear IARU mode, reprogram the tone sequence with C2 or C3.  DTMF format is “D” followed by a DTMF digits 1 to 9 while holding down SW1.
Examples:	D3 will set IARU mode with tone sequence “MOS”

Hints, Tricks, and Notes
When using a single band radio, remote DTMF control commands will not be received while the radio is transmitting.   It is a good idea to have some off-the-air time in a transmission to allow controlling in such a situation.

When PicCon is first powered up or reset, the Morse code ID contains the firmware version number.  (i.e. PicCon/1.0)

Entering undefined commands (i.e. A7, B9, etc.) will affect normal operation and is not recommended.  Also, entering parameters outside the specified range (i.e. B299) will not give the desired results and is not recommended

A 9-volt battery connection can be added to the PicCon board to provide power when it is not supplied via the interface jack J1.  Connect the cathode (stripe side) of a second (not included) 1N914 diode to the cathode of D1.  Connect the anode of the second diode to the positive side of the 9-volt and any ground point of the PicCon board to the negative side of the battery. 

If outgoing audio level is too low, even with R1 adjusted to the maximum, R3 can be changed to a lower value (10K) to give more range.

Troubleshooting
If the LED does not flash when power is applied, check the voltage source, jumper J2, IC orientation, and all traces.

If the LED does not flash with DTMF, adjust radio volume level, and check traces for solder bridges.

If audio is not received from the radio, or if audio is not being sent to the radio, check the interface cable for shorts and opens with a multi-meter.

If radio PTT is not activating, check that jumper J3 is correctly configured.

If the tone sequence is not being transmitted, be sure it is set with the C2 or C3 command, its duration is set with the A2 command, and that it is included in the transmission sequence (C4).  Also be sure there is no initial delay (A4). 

 Schematic

PCB Artwork (double sized)
Trace layout - solder side

Parts placement - component side