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--- radios:tait2xxx [2024/02/26 23:38] – 2e0hkd
+++ radios:tait2xxx [2024/08/22 08:53] (current) – g4wqg
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-======  Tait T2000II series ======
+======  Tait T2000 I & II series ======
-The Tait T2000 II series are an older generation of "PMR" radios that have become popular with Amateurs due to their availability, reasonable pricing and models available for the 70cms, 2m and 4m bands (Note they're single band only).
+The Tait T2000 I & II series are an older generation of "PMR" radios that have become popular with Amateurs due to their availability, reasonable pricing and models available for the 70cms, 2m and 4m bands (Note they're single band only).
-A VHF T2010 has been tested at 1200b (AX.25) and 2400b (IL2P) and performed well for both Tx and Rx. Deviation is limited in the hardware, so 9600b hasn't been tested yet.
+A VHF T2010 has been tested at 1200b (AX.25), 2400b (IL2P) and 3600b (IL2P) performed well for both Tx and Rx. Deviation is limited in the hardware, so 9600b hasn't been tested yet. However, there is an untested {{ :radios:t201x_ii_9600_baud_conversion.pdf | conversion guide}}.
+NOTE: The following T2010/15/20's have been tested up to 4800b GFSK_ILP2_CRC. UHF 70CM Series I and Series II 2M & 4M versions. All are 12.5KHz spec and work great. (G4WQG)
 **Note: Before rushing out to purchase one, read this //entire// page to understand the various models and be aware that several different options boards have surfaced which needed some reverse engineering before use - it might not be plug and play**
+The Series I radios have Light Grey decals and the Series II have Blue decals the front panel.. There are some "Auriga" branded radios available, but these are generally Series II.
 ====== Models ======
 | **Model** | **Notes** |
-| 2010  | Known working |
+| 2010  | Tested working up to 4800b |
-| 2015  | Probably works. Similar to the 2010 but with more channels and an LED screen |
+| 2015  | Tested working up to 4800b. 24 channels and an LED screen |
-| 2030  | This version supports trunking and has proven difficult to get working |
+| 2020  | Tested working up to 4800b. Multi channel with LCD Screen 100/1200|
+| 2030  | This version supports trunking but does have 4 conventional channels available |
+| 2035  | This version supports trunking and has proven difficult to get working |
+| 2040  | This version supports trunking and has proven difficult to get working |
+{{ :radios:t2000_model_recognition.pdf | Model recognition}}
 ====== Images ======
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 Testing indicates the pin out is as follows (Use at your own risk). Note that other pins provide other functions including 13.8v, so make sure any cable you use isn't connecting undocumented pins to your TNC or similar:
+When Initially plugged into the NinoTNC the CRC led may be on or flickering.. To stop this turn the pot marked "RX" anticlockwise. To increase the TX deviation turn the pot clockwise marked "LIM". Both of these are located on the option board.
 | **Pin** | **Usage**    | **NinoTNC Pin** |
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 {{:radios:tait-t2010-321-f00_option-board-t20220-iss-3.jpg?direct&600|}}
+{{:radios:tait-t2010-321-f00_option-board-t20220-iss-3_back.jpg?direct&600|}}
 {{:radios:tait-t2000-series_ts0220-iss-5-topside.jpg?direct&600|}}
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 ====== Pin Outs ======
+Should you find a Series II radio with no Option board fitted, you could fit a 9 pin D like this.. The pinout is Nino to Nino compatible.
+(**Note** the green link from S14 Pin 5 to 6 is only fitted if the option board is removed and substituted to a 9 pin D.. Not always required depending on the logic board. If the radio stops transmitting when the option board is removed then add the link..)
+{{:radios:tait_t2000_dtype.jpeg?400|}}
+{{:radios:tait_t2000_wiring.jpeg?400|}}
+__======= Series I =======
+Front Panel
+{{:radios:tait_t2000i_panel.jpeg?400|}}
+This is the wiring for the Series I logic board to 9 Pin D, Nino to Nino compatable.
+{{:radios:tait_t2010i_logic.jpeg?400|}}
+| **Pin**       | **Usage**       | **NinoTNC Pin** |
+| S14 Pin 5     | PTT             | 3               |
+| S13 Pin 8     | Tx Audio In     | 1               |
+| S13 Pin 1     | Rx Audio Out    | 5               |
+| S13 Pin 11    | Gnd             | 6               |
 ===== Power =====
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 | 5 | Gnd |
 | 6 | Rx Data (Input) |
+====== Internal Adjustment Controls ======
+You may not need to mess with these, but you can use internal pots to fine-tune frequency, deviation, CTCSS deviation, and output power (and probably a few other things as well based on the diagram).
+When programming the radio, you can set a channel to high or low power, and the power pot will affect both these settings. This can be useful if you are looking for a specific power output. There is a hole in the metal cover through which you can inset a flat head screwdriver to adjust. It is very sensitive, so only give it a little movement.
+{{:radios:tait-t2000-series-adjustment-controls-diagram.jpg?direct&600|}}
+{{:radios:tait-t2010-adjustment-controls.jpg?direct&600|}}
 ====== Programming ======
 Programming the T2000II series is relatively straightforward. The software is referred to as the "T2000 Conventional Programming Application" and Version 3.00 is tested and working on Windows 11.
+The programming for the T2000I series radio is a DOS program and requires to be run on a machine that runs Windows 7 or earlier with a serial port. I have not been able to run the DOS program using any DOS emulators and USB/serial adapters succesfully.
 ===== Hints =====
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 {{:radios:tait_t2000-prog_channels.jpg?direct&600|}}
+{{tag>radio packet vhf uhf 1200}}