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1. Introduction
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This document contains information for the 1.0 release of the Progmod 
software for programming the Teragen SKU 3566 user-programmable 
Midland Syntech I Z-273 replacement module. 


2. Release software
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This release contains the following files:

	PROGMOD.EXE     README.TXT    


3. Module Programming and Installation Instructions
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   Programming the channel module
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   Before you begin, be sure that the PC parallel port is configured 
   as LPT1 and set to EPP Mode in the bios setup or using the system 
   configuration utility. The parallel port must be configured as LPT1 
   and set to EPP mode to access the module. 

      The basic programming procedure is outlined below:
	
      1. Use the included application mrp70.exe to create a binary file 
         for programming the radio. Be sure to select the correct target 
         radio model and module type (Z-273 for Midland radios). Use the 
         menu choice File -> Save As to save the binary file containing 
         the channel and radio configuration information. Each binary file 
         can contain up to 80 channels, the new module has four channel banks
         allowing up to four different binary files (320 channels total) to 
         be loaded. The additional channel banks (2-4) may be selected using 
         the optional channel bank selector switch if installed
         (see order form below to purchase). 

      2. Connect the module to the PC parallel port using the metal DB-25 
         connector at the edge of the module. Avoid using an extension cable, 
         connect the module directly to the LPT1 port on the PC or laptop if 
         possible. Parallel port connections should always be made with the 
         computer powered off to prevent damage to the port and/or module.

      3. From a DOS-command prompt, use the included application progmod.exe 
         to transfer the binary file(s) to the channel module. Run progmod.exe 
         without specifying any files or parameters for details on program syntax 
         and how to program specific channel banks, verification options, etc. 

   Installing the channel module
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   Before proceeding, be sure to disconnect all power to the radio. Remove the 
   radio top cover (two screws on each side) to access the Z-273 module. 
   Remove the existing module by lifting gently upwards to disengage the 
   connectors. If present, disconnect the optional CTCSS 8-pin connector/wire 
   attached to the module and connect it to the new module at the connector 
   designated J903. Install the new module and replace the top cover.

   Important! Be sure that the optional CTCSS connector is oriented correctly 
   with the grey wire toward the front of the module (closest to the DB-25 
   connector) and the brown wire toward the rear of the radio.


4. Copyright/Disclaimer
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The Progmod.exe software is provided exclusively for use with the SKU3566 Z-273 
replacement channel module available from Teragen Systems Inc. (www.RFGuys.com). 
Unauthorized use and/or distribution of the software is strictly prohibited.

This software is provided "AS-IS" with no warranty. In no event shall
the author of this software, Teragen Systems Inc., be held accountable for any
damages or losses that may occur from use or misuse of the software.

Optional channel bank selector switch order form
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To order an optional channel bank selector switch with wire and connector, 
send USD $24 by Paypal to sales@laptopupgrades.com or complete this form and return 
with payment (money order/cashier's check, payable to "Teragen") to the address below:

Teragen Systems, PO Box 34536, 1268 Marine Dr., North Vancouver, BC  V7P 1T2, Canada

Customer information                            Transceiver information
Name:  _________________________________        Mfg:   ______________________________
Email: _________________________________        Model: ______________________________
Qty:   ___                                      Band:  ______________________________

Addr:  _________________________________
       _________________________________        Payment Method: _____________________
       _________________________________        Payment Date:   _____________________

Note: Selector switch kit will be sent by Airmail
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(c)2005 Teragen Systems Inc.