ICOM RS-MS3W

System Requirements

The following are required to use the RS-MS3W. (As of March 2019)

Operating System

• Microsoft® Windows® 10 (32/64 bit)
• Microsoft® Windows® 8.1 (32/64 bit)
• Microsoft® Windows® 7 (32/64 bit)

USB Port

A USB 1.1 or USB 2.0

NOTE: Before using this software application, you must have your call sign registered to the gateway server that has the RS-RP3C installed. Ask the gateway repeater administrator for details.

Compatible Transceivers and Cables

The following transceivers are compatible with the RS-MS3W. (As of March 2019)

• ID-31A PLUS/ID-31E PLUS
• ID-51A (PLUS2)/ID-51E (PLUS2)
• ID-4100A/ID-4100E
• IC-9700

The OPC-2350LU DATA CABLE is needed to connect the transceiver to the RS-MS3W.

NOTE: See "About the DV Gateway function*" on the Icom website for connection details: http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/manual/

* When using the IC-9700, see the transceiver's Advanced manual.

Installation

To install:

• Confirm Windows has completed its startup.
• Log in as the administrator.
• Be sure no other applications are running.

These instructions are based on using Microsoft® Windows® 10.

Step 1: Unzip File

1. Unzip the file downloaded from the Icom website: http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/firm/

Step 2: Run Executable

2. Double click the executable file in the unzipped folder. When "User Account Control" is displayed, click [Yes] to continue.

Step 3: Select Language

3. Select a language, and then click [OK].

(Visual Description: An InstallShield Wizard dialog appears prompting the user to select an installation language. "English (United States)" is shown as an option. Buttons for "OK" and "Cancel" are present.)

Step 4: Proceed with Installation

4. Click [Next >>].

(Visual Description: An InstallShield Wizard welcome screen is displayed, with a "Next >" button to proceed.)

Step 5: Destination Folder

5. Click [Next >>]. To select another destination folder, click [Change...] before clicking [Next >>].

(Visual Description: An InstallShield Wizard dialog shows the default installation folder, typically "C:\Program Files (x86)\Icom\RS-MS3W". Options to "Change...", "< Back", "Next >", and "Cancel" are available.)

Step 6: Install

6. Click [Install].

(Visual Description: An InstallShield Wizard dialog indicates the program is ready to install, with "Install", "< Back", and "Cancel" buttons.)

Step 7: Finish Installation

7. Click [Finish].

(Visual Description: An InstallShield Wizard dialog confirms that the installation is complete, with "Finish" and "Cancel" buttons.)

The "RS-MS3W" file is created in the Windows Start menu, and a shortcut icon is created on the desktop. Double click the icon to open the RS-MS3W.

NOTE: To uninstall, use the "Apps & features" in the "System" menu. To get started, click on Start > Settings > System > Apps & features.

Main Screen

The main screen of the RS-MS3W software allows configuration and connection to the DV Gateway. The screen includes several key areas:

Interface Elements

• File Menu (1): Contains an 'Exit' option to close the application.
• Settings Menu (2): Includes 'Com Port' which displays the COM port number for the data communication cable. Clicking the dropdown allows selection of available COM ports. Refer to the data cable's "Installation Guide" on the Icom website for details on checking the COM port number. http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/manual/
• Help Menu (3): Contains an 'About' option that opens an information window displaying the software version number.
• Start Button (4): Click to initiate the connection to the destination.
• Stop Button (5): Click to terminate the connection.

(Visual Description: A screenshot of the RS-MS3W application window is displayed, with numbered indicators pointing to the File menu, Settings menu, Help menu, Start button, and Stop button.)

(Visual Description: A "COM Port Setting" dialog box is shown, allowing selection of a COM port, with "COM1" pre-selected and "OK" and "Cancel" buttons.)

Configuration Fields

The following fields are used to configure the software:

• Gateway Repeater (Server IP/Domain) (y): Enter the RS-RP3C's gateway repeater address or domain name. The address can be up to 64 characters. NOTE: Your call sign must be registered to the gateway server with RS-RP3C installed. Consult the gateway repeater administrator.
• Terminal/AP Call sign (u): Enter the Terminal/AP call sign registered on the RS-RP3C's Personal Information screen. This call sign consists of 8 characters. It typically includes your call sign, a space for the 7th character, and an ID suffix (A-F) for the 8th character. Lowercase letters are automatically converted to uppercase upon clicking [Apply].
• Gateway Type (i): Select the gateway type. Choose "Global" when operating outside of Japan.
• Allowed Call sign (o): This setting restricts call sign access in Access Point mode. When 'Enabled', only stations with assigned call signs can transmit via the internet. 'Disabled' allows any call sign to transmit. When using Terminal mode, select 'Disabled'.
• Allowed Call sign List (!0): Enter call signs permitted to transmit when "Enabled" is selected for "Allowed Call sign". Up to 30 call signs can be added. To add a call sign, enter it and click [Add]. To delete a call sign, select it in the call sign field (!2) and click [Delete].
• Call sign information field (!1): Displays information about call signs transmitted from the PC or received from the Internet.
• Call sign field (!2): Displays the call signs allowed to transmit when "Enabled" is selected for "Allowed Call sign".
• Apply Button (!3): Click to save entered data or settings. The button turns red when changes are made. Changes are not saved until this button is clicked.

(Visual Description: A screenshot of the RS-MS3W application window is displayed, with labels y, u, i, o, !0, !1, !2, !3 pointing to specific configuration fields and buttons.)