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1. Basic EAS Encoder Values Setup
The top section on this screen provides controls to set the basic values to construct an EAS alert.
EAS Origination (ORG) Code
The ORG code is a standard part of the EAS audio protocol. It is placed in the EAS alert message when the
encoder originates an EAS alert. The same code is also used for forwarded alerts. Multistation operation
allows this value to be overridden per station definition. This code categorizes the type of organization
sending the EAS. Use the selection menu to choose the EAS Origination code for your system:
 Broadcast station or cable system: Choose EAS
 Civil authorities: Choose CIV
 National Weather Service: Choose WXR
 Primary
Entry Point System: Choose PEP
Custom text for origination (ORG) code string: Default is disabled. The origination codes are given a
standard text translation when an encoded EAS alert is sent to a video display. When an EAS origination
Code is used, the alert text will start with the phrase "A Broadcast or Cable System has issued". Checking
the Custom Text option allows a custom translation to be used instead.
In the screen shot below Custom Text is enabled. When enabled, a text entry box is displayed in which you
can enter the organization name issuing the alert for Custom Origination (ORG) Code Translation. In the
screen shot, the phrase, "The Digital Alert Systems DASDEC II,” has been entered as the custom text. Thus
EAS translation text will use this phrase instead of the generic "A Broadcast or Cable System"; the phrase
`HAS ISSUED` follows the custom organization name in the alert translation.
Setup > Encoder, EAS Origination Code, top section of web page