Ritron AIERIT16-446 UHF-FMBase Transceiver User Manual

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: INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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RITRON, INC.

505 West Carmel Drive

Carmel, IN 46032

PBS-446D

UHF-FM Base Transceiver

AIERIT16-446

December 9, 2002

Included in this exhibit is a draft of the User Manual for the Ritron Patriot Model PBS-446D UHF-FM Base

Transceiver. A copy of this manual will be included with every radio.

This manual provides the end user with installation and operating instructions.

Signed:

Michael A. Pickard - Project Engineer

PATRIOT

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PBS "D-SERIES" OWNER'S MANUAL

RUGGED, PR OFESSIONAL TW OW A Y BASE RADIOS

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Up to

10

channel capability

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Vehicle 12 VDC or wall outlet 120 VAC operation

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Weather Channel feature (VHF only)

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Emergency Weather Alert feature (VHF only)

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Easy-to-hear, high audio output

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Built-in Quiet Call ® and Digital Quiet Call ®

Interference Eliminator

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2-Tone Paging decode

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DTMF ANI encoding

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Channel scan

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2.5 Watts of power

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RHD-1X

Single Ear Headset

RHD-4X

Dual Ear Headset

RHD-6X

Behind-the-ear Earset

ACCESSORIES

OPTIONAL / REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES:

TO ORDER, CALL 1-800-USA-1-USA

AFB-1545 .... Molded Flex, Dual-band Replacement Antenna

RAM-1545 ... Magnet-mounted, Dual-band Antenna w/ BNC

RAM-1545

Magnet-mounted, Dual-band Antenna

RPS-1A ....... Replacement 110 VAC Power Supply

CCL-M ......... 12 VDC, Cigarette Lighter Adaptor

REP-2 .......... Low Profile Earphone

RHD-1X ....... Single Ear Headset

RHD-4X ....... Dual Ear Headset

RHD-5X ....... Lightweight Over-the-ear Earset /w In-line PTT

RHD-6X ....... Lightweight Behind-the-head Earset w/ In-line PTT

RSM-3X ...... Remote Speaker Microphone

RSM-7 ......... Hand Microphone & Hang-up Bracket

RHD-5X

Over-the-ear Earset

RSM-3X

Remote Speaker Mic

RPS-5 ......... External Speaker w/5 Watt Audio Capability

JBS-MMK ... Mobile Mounting Kit

(Does not include screws to mount bracket to wall or vehicle)

Call RITRON for a complete listing.

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The NEW "D-Series" model base radio contains updated programming features, and programs differently than other Ritron Base

Stations. These radios provide more channels, allow you to change channel programming contents individually, and also allow you to delete one or more channels, and add it back in, if needed.


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION PAGE

ACCESSORIES

Optional Accessories ......................................................................................... i i

INTRODUCTION

PBS "D-Series" Model Numbers ...................................................................... 1

Features .............................................................................................................. 1

CONTROL & OPERATION ..................................................................................... 2

FIG-1: Radio Controls and Connectors .......................................................... 2

OPERATION

On-off/ Volume Adjust ....................................................................................... 3

Channel Selection ............................................................................................ 3

Receive .............................................................................................................. 3

QC and DQC Tone Codes (Interference Eliminator Codes) .......................... 3

Transmit ............................................................................................................. 4

FIG-2: Transmit / Busy Lamp .......................................................................... 4

Radio Alert Tones ............................................................................................. 4

Optional Alert Tones ......................................................................................... 4

Scan Channel Operation .................................................................................. 5

2-Tone Paging Operation ................................................................................. 5

Special Feature "Z" Button .............................................................................. 6

NOAA WEATHER RADIO

How to Preset Your Radio for Local NOAA Weather Broadcasts .................. 7

FIG-3: Presetting Your Local NOAA Weather Broadcasts ............................ 7

FIG-4: NOAA Frequencies ............................................................................... 7

NOAA Weather Channel ................................................................................... 7

Weather Alert ..................................................................................................... 7

RADIO PROGRAMMING

FIG-5: How To Place the Radio in Program / Readout Mode ..................... 8

How to Turn Channel Scan "ON / OFF" .......................................................... 8

How to Turn Weather Channel "ON / OFF" .................................................... 8

How to Turn Weather Alert "ON / OFF" ........................................................... 8

PC Programmable Features ............................................................................. 8

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!! CAUTIONS — ALL RADIOS !!

Observe Caution in the Following Environments to Maximize the Life of

Your Radio Equipment ...................................................................................... 9

Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy ............................................................. 9

TROUBLESHOOTING

Notes ................................................................................................................. 1 0

Chart .................................................................................................................. 1 0

FCC LICENSE REQUIRED

FCC Regulations .............................................................................................. 11

Service .............................................................................................................. 11

How to Obtain an FCC Radio License ........................................................... 11

LIMITED WARRANTY .........................................................

INSIDE BACK COVER

FIGURES:

1. Radio Controls and Connectors .................................................................... 2

2. Transmit / Busy Lamp ................................................................................... 4

3. Presetting Your Local NOAA Weather Broadcasts ...................................... 7

4. NOAA Frequencies ........................................................................................ 7

5. How To Place the Radio in Program / Readout Mode .............................. 8

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NSPECTION

Make sure the package includes:

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PBS "D-Series" base radio

Antenna

RPS-1A Wall Mounted Power Supply

Owner's Manual

Examine the equipment immediately after delivery and report any damage to your shipping company.

NOTE:

Refer to pages ii for Accessory information.


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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING RITRON

Congratulations on your purchase of the PBS "D-

Series" base radio. Your new radio is the culmination of Ritron's 25 years of designing, manufacturing, and supplying reliable, professional wireless communication products. Ritron wireless products will improve the operation, safety, and profitability of any organization by providing instant voice communications between employees throughout the workplace.

PBS "D-SERIES" MODEL NUMBERS

VHF MODELS

PBS-146D ......

(Patriot) ..... (2.5-Watt, 10 Channel)

UHF MODELS

PBS-446D ......

(Patriot) ..... (2.5-Watt, 10 Channel)

The model number located on the back of the radio case indicates its operating band.

VHF radios are designed to operate on up to ten channels within the 12 MHz band between factory standard 150 and 162 MHz.

UHF radios are designed to operate on up to ten channels within the 20 MHz band between factory standard 450 and 470 MHz.

INTRODUCTION

FEATURES

This manual covers the Ritron PBS "D-Series" base radios.

These radios are rugged, programmable two-way desktop base stations designed to operate in a professional FM communications band (VHF or UHF business available).

Each radio is equipped with these features:

• Push-button operating controls.

The Push-To-

Talk (PTT), Channel, On/ Volume Up, Volume Down/

Off and the special feature "Z" button controls are conveniently located on the face of the radio.

• Channel display. The LED display will show the current operating channel, and contains a transmit/ busy lamp. The display also indicates paging decode status on radios programmed for 2-tone paging operation.

• 10-channel capability. Up to 10 channels can be programmed to contain a unique set of operating frequencies and options.

• QC (Quiet Call) and DQC (Digital Quiet Call) intereference eliminator codes.

Each channel can be programmed from a list of 51 QC subaudible codes or 83 DQC digital privacy codes.

• 2-tone paging decode.

Each channel can be programmed for two-tone paging decode.

Additional 2-tone paging features include Group

Call, All Call, automatic reset, and transpond alert.

• DTMF ANI.

Each channel can be programmed to transmit a unique DTMF ANI string.

• Wide or narrow band operation.

Each channel is programmable for wide or narrow band transmit operation.

• High or low transmit power. Each channel can be programmed for high or low transmit power.

• Channel scanning.

The Scan channel allows scanning of all channels programmed into the radio, and can be turned On and Off through Field programming. The scan channel has many features, including Priority Scanning and Busy

Channel Blocking.

• Weather Channel.

VHF models can be programmed to receive your local NOAA weather radio broadcast.

The Weather channel can be turned On and Off through Field programming.

• Weather Alert.

VHF models can be programmed to alert you when the National Weather Service detects threatening weather conditions. The Weather Alert feature can be turned On and Off through Field programming.

• Alert tones.

Each channel is programmable for a variety of alert tones that include RX courtesy beep, TX clear to talk beep, busy channel lockout alert, last active channel marker, and channel scanning indicator.

• Squelch adjustment.

Squelch sensitivity can be programmed on a per channel basis to meet your specific needs.

• Special feature "Z' button.

The "Z" button can be PC programmed for many unique functions such as Scan, Weather Channel, send DTMF ANI, send

2-Tone Page, Monitor, 2-Tone reset, Transpond, or

Emergency.

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CONTROL & OPERATION

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CHANNEL DISPLAY

The channel display will indicate the current operating channel. When the Scan Channel is selected the display will rapidly flash the channels being scanned, and will stop when a channel is received.

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CHANNEL SELECTOR

Press the button and the radio will emit the channel beep, advance the channel, and the channel display will show the new operating channel. When the Scan Channel is selected the radio will emit the Resume Scan Beep and the radio will begin scanning.

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AUDIO ACCESSORY JACK

The audio accessory jack is used to plug in earphone options, and, in conjunction with the charge jack, to connect an optional remote speaker/ microphone or a single- or dual-ear headset. This jack is also used for PC programming.

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MICROPHONE JACK

The microphone jack is used to connect optional external microphones and, in conjunction with the audio accessory jack, to connect an optional remote speaker/ microphone or a single- or dual-ear headset.

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POWER CONNECTOR (TOP END OF CASE)

The power connector on the top end of the radio is used to connect power to the unit, either an external 12 VDC supply or the RPS-1A wall-mounted power supply included with the radio.

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SPEAKER

The speaker, located behind the front grille, allows you to hear calls on your channel.

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ANTENNA

The flexible antenna radiates and receives radio signals. The antenna connects to a BNC type connector located on the top end of the radio.

NOTE: The AFB-1545 antenna furnished with the radio is dual band, and will work with VHF and UHF radios.

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ON/ VOLUME UP

To switch the unit On, press the On/ Volume Up button; the speaker will emit a turn on beep. If the radio turns on to the Scan Channel it will emit the Resume

Scan Beep. Once the radio is On, press this button to increase volume.

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SPECIAL FEATURE "Z" BUTTON

The Special Feature "Z" button can be PC programmed for many unique functions such as

Scan, Weather Channel, send DTMF ANI, send 2-Tone Page, Monitor, 2-Tone reset,

Transpond, or Emergency.

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VOLUME DOWN / OFF

Press the Volume Down/ Off button to decrease volume. To switch Off the unit, press and hold this button until the speaker emits a double beep.

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PUSH-TO-TALK SWITCH (PTT)

Press and hold the PTT when transmitting; release it to receive.

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MICROPHONE

The microphone allows your voice to be heard in transmissions to other radios. Speak in a normal tone; shouting does not improve your listener's reception.


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OPERATION

ON-OFF / VOLUME ADJUST

To switch on the radio - press the On/Volume Up button.

The radio will emit the Channel beep. If the radio turns on to the Scan Channel it will emit the Scan Beep. The radio will turn on to the channel that was selected when it was last turned off, or can be programmed to always turn on to channel 1.

To adjust the volume - press the volume up or the volume down button until you reach the desired level. You should hear noise or any broadcasts on the channel.

To turn off the radio - press and hold the Off/Volume

Down button until a two tone "turn-off" beep is heard.

For instant turn-off, press the PTT button while holding the Off/Volume Down button.

RECEIVE

To hear calls from other users - adjust the volume as desired. The radio can receive broadcasts while the

Push-To-Talk button is not being pressed. Whether or not you hear these broadcasts depends upon the squelch settings.

There are four squelch modes that can be used in the

PBS "D-Series" base radio.

• Carrier squelch lets you hear all broadcasts on your channel strong enough for the radio to detect, and silences noise.

• Tone squelch uses one of the QC or DQC “tone squelch” formats available on the PBS. This allows you to screen out “on-channel” broadcasts that do not carry the correct code programmed for the radio.

• No squelch disables all squelch operation and allows you to hear even the weakest broadcasts on your channel.

• 2-tone paging can be used in conjunction with either carrier or tone squelch to block out all calls except those sent specifically to your radio. When the unique 2-tone sequence programmed into the radio is decoded, the radio will emit a series of ring tones similar to a telephone.

Once a squelch type has been selected by the user, all channels will operate in that mode. The PBS "D-

Series" radio will operate in tone squelch mode when it is 1st turned on.

To monitor the channel - press one of the volume control buttons. When you press the volume up or the volume down button, squelch turns off and all radio traffic on the channel (or noise) sounds in the speaker.

To activate carrier squelch - simultaneously press both of the volume buttons and hold briefly before releasing. When carrier squelch is on, the radio emits a “double beep.” The radio will now let you hear all broadcasts on your channel.

To activate tone squelch - simultaneously press both of the volume buttons and hold briefly before releasing. When tone squelch is turned on, the handheld sounds one beep. You will only hear broadcasts that carry the same QC or DQC code programmed into your radio.

To activate no squelch - simultaneously press both of the volume buttons and continue to hold them down.

About 3 seconds after the beep (or double beep), the radio will start beeping repeatedly. This means that squelch is turned off. Release the buttons. To restore squelch, press and hold both of the volume buttons until the radio sounds a beep or double beep.

If you are unable to activate carrier or no squelch the radio has been optionally programming for Monitor

Lockout. See your Ritron dealer or contact Ritron directly to disable this option.

CHANNEL SELECTION

To change channels - press and release the Channel

Selector button. The radio will emit a short Channel beep, increment the channel, and the Channel Display will show the new operating channel. If the highest channel number is selected and you press the Channel

Selector button, the radio resets to channel 1 and the

Channel beep is heard on the speaker.

If the Scan Channel is selected - the radio will emit the

Scan Beep and the Channel Display will rapidly flash the channel numbers as they are scanned. If a signal is received the channel display will indicate the channel number, and when the received signal is removed the radio will wait briefly, sound the Scan Beep, then scanning will resume as normal.

If the Weather Channel is selected - on a VHF radio the

Channel beep will be heard and the display will light a single segment that indicates which of the seven NOAA frequencies is monitored. See the "NOAA Weather

Radio" section on page 7 for details.

QC AND DQC TONE CODES

(Interference Eliminator Codes)

Tone codes filter out static, noise and reduce unwanted "chatter" on radio channels.

When you operate on a frequency with a tone code, you screen out most interference. This allows you to communicate with less interference and to hear only those users in your radio group.

IMPORTANT!

All radios in the talk group must operate on the same frequency and tone code.


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OPERATION

To activate 2-tone paging - simultaneously press both of the volume buttons and hold briefly before releasing. When 2-tone paging is turned on, the handheld sounds a "triple beep". You will only hear broadcasts that first send your two unique paging tone. If you are unable to set the radio, you have selected a channel that is not programmed for 2-tone paging decode.

Using the "Z" button for squelch - The PBS base radio

"Z" button can be programmed to monitor, toggle tone/ carrier squelch, or reset 2-tone paging.

Note: It is possible that the beginning of a call might be missed while the radio is in battery saver mode. If this happens, ask the caller to repeat the message.

TRANSMIT

Normally, you should not transmit until no one is talking on the channel. This can be determined by monitoring the channel prior to transmitting.

To transmit - hold down the Push-To-Talk button and with the radio at least 6 inches away talk into the microphone. Speak in a normal tone, since talking louder will not improve the listener’s reception.

Keep talk times as short and infrequent as possible to allow others to use the channel.

A Transmit / Busy Lamp in the lower right corner of the Channel Display is lit whenever the transmitter is activated and blinks when the channel is busy.

RADIO ALERT TONES

The radio responds to certain instructions by sounding a beep or series of tones. These tones can tell you that the radio is working as you expect.

Power On/Self Check “OK”

When it is first turned on, the radio runs a quick

“self test” to confirm basic functions. When complete the radio will emit the channel beep and the Channel Display will show the operating channel. The radio is then ready to use.

Error Tones

However, if the “self test” detects a diagnostic error, an error tone sounds. The error tone indicates the radio frequency synthesizer is malfunctioning. Turn off the radio and try again.

The error tone will also sound if a channel has been programmed for an invalid frequency. A long, lowpitched tone means the battery voltage is too low to operate the radio. If you cannot correct a problem, consult an authorized Ritron service facility or

Ritron.

Channel Select

When the Channel button is pressed, the radio will emit a short channel beep, increment the channel, and the channel display will show the new operating channel.

Scan Channel

When the Scan channel is selected by pressing the

Channel button, the radio will emit the Scan beep and begin scanning.

Squelch Mode

When you press and hold both Volume buttons at the same time, a single beep will sound to indicate that tone squelch is on. A “double beep” means that carrier squelch is on. If the channel is programmed for 2-tone paging, a "triple beep" indicate that the pager has been reset.

Transmitter Time Out

A low tone followed by a higher-pitched tone sounds and the transmitter automatically shuts off if you hold down the PTT button longer than 60 seconds. The radio automatically switches to receive mode.

Battery Alert Tone

In battery powered installations, as the battery voltage approaches the minimum required "operating voltage" the radio will sound a short beep every 20 seconds to alert the user that the battery will soon need recharge or replacement. Once the battery voltage drops below the required "operating voltage" the radio emits a long, low tone and turns itself off.

OPTIONAL ALERT TONES

The PBS "D-Series" base radio can be programmed using the RITRON PC Programmer for optional alert tones. See your Ritron dealer or contact Ritron directly for programming of these options.

Courtesy Beep

A short tone sounds at the end of each received transmission to indicate that the channel is clear and you may transmit.

Busy Channel TX Inhibit

If a user is transmitting on your radio frequency without your tone, you will not be allowed to transmit. The radio will beep a series of long, low tones while the PTT is held down (like a busy signal).

Transmit Clear To Talk Beep

A short tone sounds after the PTT has been pressed to indicate that the radio is ready for you to begin talking.


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OPERATION

SCAN CHANNEL OPERATION

Channel scanning allows you to listen to broadcasts on your radio channels. The PBS "D-Series" base radio will scan all channels programmed into the radio except the NOAA Weather Channel.

How Scanning Works

Using the Channel Selector button, select the Scan

Channel. The radio sounds the Scan Beep, and then repeatedly checks each channel in the scan list. The channel display will show the channel numbers as they are scanned. The "Z" button can also be programmed to initiate scanning.

When receiving a call on a channel being scanned, the radio will stop scanning to let you hear communications on that channel. After the transmission has ended the radio will pause before it resumes scanning to allow you time to respond.

When transmitting from the Scan Channel, the radio will go to the last channel on which a signal was received, then transmit. After you release the PTT the radio will pause to allow time for a response, and then resume scanning.

Temporary Busy Channel Blocking

If one of the channels in the scan list is so busy that you want to temporarily block it out, press the

Channel Selector button while the radio is stopped on the channel to be blocked and hold it until scanning resumes. The blocked channel will now be skipped in the scan list.

The blocked channel will be returned to the scan list if the radio is turned off, or when the radio channel is changed using the Channel Selector button. The 1st channel in the scan list cannot be blocked.

See "How to Turn Channel Scan On / Off" on page 8.

Last Channel Scanned Alert Tone

When changing channels with the Channel Selector button, an alert tone will sound to indicate the last channel that received a message when the radio was scanning. This will identify the channel on which the last message was received, and allow uninterrupted transmission on that channel without the constraints of scanning. You can then press the Channel Selector button to return to the scan channel.

Priority Scanning (Optional)

The PBS "D-Series" base radio can be optionally programmed for priority scanning.

Priority Scan allows you to periodically monitor a Priority Channel, even if the radio has stopped on another channel. This will prevent missed calls on the primary operating channel when in scan mode.

With Priority Scan enabled:

• The first channel in the scan list is the

Priority Channel.

• The radio checks the Priority Channel every two seconds to check for activity. This time is programmable and can be set for 1 - 8 seconds.

• The radio can be programmed to transmit only on the Priority Channel when scanning.

• The radio can be programmed to sound a

Priority Channel Beep whenever the radio receives on the Priority Channel when scanning.

See your Ritron dealer or contact Ritron directly for PC programming of this option.

2-TONE PAGING OPERATION

To use 2-tone paging the PBS "D-Series" base radio must be PC programmed for this option , the radio does not operate with 2-tone decoding as it is received from the factory. See your Ritron dealer or contact Ritron directly for PC programming of this option.

To activate 2-tone paging you must first select a radio channel that has been PC programmed for

2-tone paging decode. The radio is normally programmed to automatically activate 2-tone decode any time the paging channel is selected.

If not, simultaneously press both of the volume buttons and hold briefly before releasing. The handheld sounds three beeps when 2-tone paging is turned on. The "Z" button may also be programmed for 2-tone paging reset. If you are unable to set the radio, you have selected a channel that is not programmed for 2-tone paging decode.

When receiving a 2-tone page the radio will emit a

"ring" tone similar to a telephone and the display will show a "C" to indicate that a call has been received. You can now proceed with normal two way communication until 2-tone paging has been reset. The "ring" tone will sound every time a 2tone page is decoded.

To reset 2-tone paging after receiving a call, simultaneously press both of the volume buttons and hold briefly before releasing. The handheld sounds three beeps when 2-tone paging is reset and the display will show the channel number.

The radio can be optionally programmed to automatically reset if a call is not answered within 15 seconds, or the "Z" button can be programmed for 2-tone paging reset.


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OPERATION

2-tone paging channels can be optionally programmed to:

• Automatically set the radio for 2-tone paging mode whenever the channel is selected.

• Automatically reset if a 2-tone page is not answered within 15 seconds.

• Automatically place the receiver into carrier squelch "monitor" mode whenever a 2-tone page has been decoded.

• Transmit a transpond tone to let the paging station know that the page has been received.

• Decode an All Call tone.

• Decode a Group Call if the 1st tone is sent for an extended period of time.

SPECIAL FEATURE "Z" BUTTON

The PBS "D-Series" base radio "Z" button can be PC programmed for any one of a number of options to provide unique operation. Refer to the PC programmer

HELP file for specific "Z" button programming instructions.

"Z" button options include:

SCAN

Enables the scan channel. A second press returns the radio to normal channel operation.

DTMF ANI

Transmits a unique DTMF ANI string that has been programmed seperately for each channel. If a channel is not programmed with a DTMF ANI string the "Z" button will do nothing.

WEATHER

Enables the weather channel on the PBS-146D. A second press returns the radio to normal channel operation. This option is only available on VHF radios.

2-TONE PAGE

Transmits a unique 2-tone page that has been programmed seperately for each channel. If a channel is not programmed to encode a 2-tone page the "Z" button will do nothing.

PRIORITY CHANNEL

Puts the radio on the priority channel programmed into the Scan list.

TALK AROUND

The radio transmits on the receive frequency if the channel has been programmed for a repeater offset.

If the channel has not been programmed for a repeater ofset the "Z" button will function as a PTT switch.

MONITOR

Places the radio in no squelch mode when pressed. A second press returns the radio to tone squelch operation.

CARRIER

Places the radio in carrier squelch mode when pressed. A second press returns the radio to tone squelch operation.

2-TONE RESET

Resets the 2-tone paging decoder on channels programmed for 2-tone paging decode.

VOX

Places the radio into voice activated transmit mode.

When in VOX mode, check the TX light on the Channel display to be sure that ambient noise is not inadvertently activating the transmitter. If so, the VOX sensitivity must be adjusted using the PC programmer.

TRANSPOND

Transmits a unique code or tone that causes the receiving radio’s transmitter to activate for a prescribed period of time. This feature only works with other radios that have been programmed for the

RITRON transpond feature.

EMERGENCY

Transmits an emergency tone, then the transmitter will remain active for a prescribed period of time.

CALL ALERT

Transmits a call alert tone on the channel currently selected. This is used when the receiving radio is in a high noise environment and may not hear a voice transmission.


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NOAA WEATHER RADIO

HOW TO PRESET YOUR RADIO FOR LOCAL

NOAA WEATHER BROADCASTS

VHF models of the PBS "D-Series" base radio can hear weather forecasts from the National Weather

Service which are broadcast on one of the seven

NOAA weather frequencies. In some areas you may be able to receive more than one broadcast.

1. PRESS & HOLD UNTIL

THE "RADIO OFF"

TONES ARE HEARD,

THEN RELEASE.

NOAA WEATHER CHANNEL

(VHF MODELS ONLY)

3. PRESS & RELEASE -

THE RADIO WILL

START BEEPING.

Once a NOAA weather frequency has been selected on your VHF model radio, a channel is created for listening to National Weather Service broadcasts.

Press the Channel button to step through your radio channels. The NOAA Weather Channel will be after your last channel, and the display will light the segment representing the selected NOAA frequency.

The radio is shipped from the factory without a

NOAA frequency selected. Before using any of the

NOAA weather features on your VHF radio you must first select the local NOAA frequency.

If you do not desire a NOAA Weather Channel, it can be turned off through Field Programming.

1.

Follow the steps in FIG-3 at right to place the radio into the Weather Frequency Select mode.

2.

The radio will scan to the 1st NOAA frequency where a broadcast is present. The display will light a single segment to indicate the NOAA frequency per FIG-4.

3.

Monitor the channel for a few minutes to be sure it is the broadcast for your local area.

2. PRESS & HOLD

THE CHANNEL

BUTTON.

4. CONTINUE HOLDING THE

CHANNEL BUTTON UNTIL THE

BEEPING STOPS, THEN RELEASE

IT & LISTEN.

5. TO FIND THE NEXT ACTIVE

WEATHER CHANNEL, PRESS &

RELEASE THE CHANNEL

BUTTON.

See "How to Turn Weather Channel On /

Off" on page 8.

WEATHER ALERT

Once a NOAA weather frequency has been selected on your VHF model radio it will listen for emergency broadcasts from the National Weather

4.

Press the Channel button to scan for the presence of any other NOAA broadcasts, monitoring each broadcast and noting the

Service, regardless of which channel you are on.

An alert tone will sound in the speaker and the

National Weather Service emergency broadcast will frequency as indicated by the display.

5.

Using the Channel button, select the local NOAA frequency you would like your radio to operate on.

162.450 MHz be heard, advising you of threatening weather conditions. Pressing the Channel button will return you to your normal operating channel.

162.475 MHz 162.425 MHz If you do not desire Weather Alert, it can be turned

6.

Turn the radio off by pressing the Volume

Down/Off button.

162.400 MHz (center) off through Field Programming.

7.

When the radio is turned back on all weather features will operate on the selected NOAA frequency.

162.500 MHz 162.550 MHz

See "How to Turn Weather Alert On / Off" on page 8.

162.525 MHz

NOTE: If you move to another location within your area, or to another state, you must "re-train" page 3 RITRON, INC. 1-800-USA-1-USA (1-800-872-1872) www.ritron.com

See "How to Turn Chann

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RADIO PROGRAMMING

1. PRESS & HOLD UNTIL

THE "RADIO OFF"

TONES ARE HEARD,

THEN RELEASE.

3. PRESS &

RELEASE -THE

RADIO WILL START

BEEPING RAPIDLY.

HOW TO TURN WEATHER CHANNEL ON / OFF

1.

Follow the instructions in FIG-5 to place the radio in the Program/ Readout Mode.

2.

Using the PTT (push-to-talk) button and the LED display, enter a single digit code "3" to turn weather channel on, or code "4" to turn weather channel off.

3.

Pause—the display will change and show a hyphen, you will also hear a short low tone.

4.

Press and release the On/ Volume Up to SAVE your programming entry. The radio will sound a triple beep to indicate that programming was successful.

5.

Turn the radio OFF and then ON again—the radio is now ready to use.

Receive and Transmit Frequency on any channel can be programmed to any valid frequency within it's designated band. (See "PBS D-Series

Model Numbers" for frequency bands)

QC or DQC Selective Signaling on any channel can decode and encode any of 51 available QC privacy codes or 83 available DQC digital privacy codes.

Squelch Tightener on any channel can adjust carrier squelch UP to block distant signals or DOWN to hear more distant signals.

Wide or Narrow Band Transmit on any channel.

Transmit Power can be set on any channel to high or low power.

Monitor Lock Out can be set on any channel to prevent monitoring of the channel, only broadcasts with the correct QC or DQC code can be heard.

2. PRESS & HOLD

THE PUSH-TO-

TALK BUTTON.

FIG-5:

4. CONTINUE HOLDING THE PUSH-

TO-TALK BUTTON UNTIL THE

BEEPING STOPS, THEN

RELEASE IT.

5. THE RADIO WILL EMIT A

TRIPLE TONE: IT IS NOW IN

PROGRAM/READOUT MODE..

HOW TO PLACE THE RADIO IN

PROGRAM / READOUT MODE

HOW TO TURN CHANNEL SCAN ON / OFF

1.


2.

Using the PTT (push-to-talk) button and the LED display, enter a single digit code "1" to turn channel scan on, or code "2" to turn channel scan off.

3.


4.


5.


HOW TO TURN WEATHER ALERT ON / OFF

1.


2.

Using the PTT (push-to-talk) button and the LED display, enter a single digit code "5" to turn weather alert on, or code "6" to turn weather alert off.

3.


4.


5.


PC PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES

The PBS "D-Series" base radio has many features available through PC programming. See your Ritron dealer or contact Ritron directly for PC programming of these option.

Transmit Inhibit on Busy Channel can be set on any channel to prevent transmitting when a broadcast is present on the receiver that does not carry the correct code. This feature is usually used in conjunction with

Monitor Lock Out.

Courtesy Beep sounds a short tone at the end of each received transmission to indicate that the channel is clear and you may transmit.

Transmit Clear To Talk Beep Any channel can be set to sound a short tone after the PTT has been pressed to indicate that the radio is ready for you to begin talking.

Transmit Time Out time can be changed.

Power Saver "sleep" time can be set, or power saver can be disabled.

Disable Field Programming to allow PC programming only.

4-Hour Inactivity Turn-Off can be set to turn the radio off automatically if not used for over 4 hours.

Scan Channel can be programmed or edited to include any of the radio channels, even channels that are not selected with the Channel Selector button. Other programmable scan features include scan resume delay time, busy channel blocking, last active channel beeps, and priority scanning options.

2-Tone Paging Decode can be set on any channel. Programmable options include the setting of the 2 tone frequencies and duration, all call, group call, call transpond, automatic setting of 2-tone decode when the channel is selected, automatic reset of the 2-tone decode if a call is not answered within 15 seconds, and automatically set the radio to carrier squelch mode after a 2-tone page is received.


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!! CAUTIONS— ALL RADIOS !!

OBSERVE CAUTION IN THE FOLLOWING

ENVIRONMENTS TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFE OF

YOUR RADIO EQUIPMENT:

LOCATION: Be aware that this radio and/or antenna may create interference with, or be interfered with, by nearby electronic equipment such as computers, monitors, keyboards, electronic telephones and other sensitive devices. Either move the equipment or use a remote antenna to separate components sufficiently to stop or reduce interference.

MOISTURE: PBS "D-Series" base radios are not waterproof. DO NOT directly expose them to rain or excessive moisture.

CHEMICALS: Detergents, alcohol, aerosol sprays or petroleum products can damage the radio case. DO

NOT use petroleum solvents of any kind; use a soft cloth moistened with water to clean the case.

EXTREME HEAT: High temperatures can damage the radio and its components. DO NOT expose the units to extreme heat or leave them in direct sunlight.

EXCESSIVE TRANSMISSIONS: DO NOT hold the

Push-To-Talk switch down longer than necessary during transmission intervals.

VIBRATION/ SHOCK: Although your PBS "D-Series" base radio is designed to be rugged, it will not survive excessive abuse. Avoid dropping the radio.

EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY

The PBS "D-Series" base radios generate RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This product has been evaluated for compliance with the maximum permissible exposure limits for RF energy at the maximum power rating of the unit with the antenna included with the unit. To comply with Occupational/Controlled limits, all persons must be at least 5.7 inches from the antenna while the unit is transmitting. Other antenna may require lesser or greater distances to meet limits depending upon their gain relative to that tested. Higher gain antennas are capable of yielding a higher RF energy density in the strongest part of their field and would, therefore, require a greater separation from the antenna. This product is not designed to be used by the general public in an uncontrolled environment unless compliance with the Uncontrolled/General Population limits for RF exposure can be assured.

To ensure that exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:

• Use only the antenna(s) available from RITRON for these models. DO NOT operate the radio without an antenna.

• Keep talk times as short and infrequent as possible. DO NOT depress the PTT button when not actually wishing to transmit. These radios are equipped with an internal timer to limit continuous transmit times.

• When transmitting, maintain a distance of at least 5.7 inches. DO NOT hold the radio in such a manner that the antenna is next to, or touching, exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes while transmitting.

• DO NOT allow children to operate the radio.

When used as directed, this series of radios is designed to comply with the FCC’s RF exposure limits for

“Occupational Use Only”. In addition, they are designed to comply with the following Standards and Guidelines:

• FCC OET Bulletin 65, Edition 97-01, Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human

Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.

• American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human

Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.

• American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of

Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields-RF and Microwave.


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NOTES

1.

• Reception can often be improved if you relocate by a short distance. This effect is more noticeable inside buildings.

• The range of the PBS "D-Series" base radio is approximately two miles, line-of-sight.

2.

If your radio does not detect calls from other radios on the channel, turn off Quiet Call by pressing and holding both volume buttons at the same time—a double beep indicates Quiet Call is off.

3.

• Without use of a repeater: To hear a call, select a channel programmed to receive the caller's transmit frequency. To call another unit, select a channel programmed to transmit the other radio's receive frequency.

• Using a repeater: A radio channel can hold two separate operating frequencies, one for receive and one for transmit. Your channel must work with the repeater's transmit and receive frequencies.

• NOTE: A dealer must program the radio for repeater operation.

4.

• An optional RM-7 Remote Speaker/

Microphone and headset, plus the CCL-M

12 VDC Adapter, allow operation in a vehicle. See page ii for accessories.

5.

• To "talk" with each other, radios must be programmed identically for Quiet Call code, as well as frequency. Each code is unique; radios respond only to the code programmed.

• Press and hold both volume buttons at the same time.

A single beep indicates Quiet Call squelch is on.

A double beep indicates Quiet Call squelch is off.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART

If you have trouble operating the base radio, review the Control & Operation, pages 2 through 5.

If you think the base radio is malfunctioning, check the list below.

Problem

The radio does not work at all.

Operating features do not work exactly as expected.

Reception is poor.

Possible Solutions

GENERAL

• Make sure the 120 VAC outlet is active and the RPS-1A power supply is connected.

• The radio has been dealer programmed for customized operation.

(Consult dealer.)

• Move to a different location. (See Note 1.)

• Confirm the proper antenna is connected to the radio.

• Use an optional high-gain antenna. See page ii, Optional Accessories.

• Turn off Quiet Call (coded) squelch. (See Note 2.)

• Ensure radio receives the same frequency the caller transmits. (See Note 3.)

• Make sure that your radio transmits on the receive frequency of the radio(s) you want to call. (See Note 3.)

You cannot hear calls from other radios.

Your calls cannot be heard in other radios.

An error tone sounds when the radio is first switched on.

An error tone occurs while transmitting.

ERROR TONES

• See "Error Tones" on page 4.

• Refer to "Transmitter Time-Out," page 4.

QUIET CALL

You cannot screen out calls • Make sure that the channel is programmed with Quiet Call.

from users outside of your Quiet • Activate coded squelch. (See Note 5.)

Call group.

You cannot hear Quiet Call messages while in Quiet Call

(coded) squelch.

Others in your Quiet Call group cannot hear your Quiet Call messages.

• Confirm that the channel is programmed to detect the same code as the calling radio(s) transmits. (See Note 5.)

• Verify that you transmit the same code as the radio(s) you call are programmed to detect. (See Note 5.)

SCAN


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FCC LICENSE REQUIRED

FCC REGULATIONS

LICENSING —

The FCC requires the owners of the radios to obtain a station license before using them.

The station licensee is responsible for ensuring that transmitter power, frequency and deviation are within the limits specified by the station license. The station licensee is also responsible for proper operation and maintenance of the radio equipment. This includes checking the transmitter frequency and deviation periodically, using appropriate methods.

To get a FCC license for VHF or UHF frequencies, submit FCC application Form 600 as indicated in the block at right. Your Ritron dealer can help you with this process.

SAFETY STANDARDS —

The FCC (with its action in General Docket 79-144, March 13, 1985) has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment. Ritron observes these guidelines and recommends that you do also:

• DO NOT hold the radio so that the antenna is very close to or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. Keep the radio vertical, four inches away while talking into the front panel.

• DO NOT press the Push-To-Talk except when you intend to transmit.

• DO NOT operate radio equipment near electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.

• DO NOT allow children to play with any radio equipment that contains a transmitting device.

• Repair of Ritron products should be performed only by Ritron authorized personnel.

SERVICE

Federal law prohibits you from making any internal adjustments to the transmitter, and/ or from changing transmit frequencies unless you are specifically designated by the licensee.

If your radio equipment fails to operate properly, or you wish to have the radio programmed, contact your authorized dealer or Ritron.

RITRON, INC., Repair Department

505 West Carmel Drive

Carmel, IN 46032 USA

Phone: 317-846-1201

FAX: 317-846-4978

HOW TO OBTAIN AN FCC RADIO LICENSE

Federal Communications Commission

(FCC) Licensing Information

Because your Ritron radio operates on Private Land

Mobile frequencies, it is subject to the Rules and

Regulations of the FCC, which requires all operators of these frequencies to obtain a station license before operating their equipment. Make application for your

FCC license on FCC Forms 600 and 159.

To have forms and instructions faxed to you by the FCC, call the FCC Fax-On-Demand system at

202-418-0177

from your fax machine; request Document 000600 & Form 159.

To have Document 000600 & Form 159 mailed to you, call the FCC Forms Hotline at

800-418-FORM

(800-418-3676).

For help with questions concerning the license application, contact the FCC at

888-CALL-FCC

( 888-225-5322).

You must decide which radio frequency(ies) you can operate on before filling out your application.

For help determining your frequencies , call Ritron at

800-USA-1-USA

(800-872-1872).


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RITRON, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY

WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS

RITRON, INC. ("RITRON") provides the following warranty against defects in materials and/or workmanship in RITRON Radios, Rechargeable Batteries and Accessories under normal use and service during the applicable warranty period (as stated below). "Accessories" means antennas, holsters, chargers, earphones, speaker/microphones and items contained in the programming and programming/ service kits. Rechargeable batteries will be replaced during the applicable warranty period only if leakage occurs or the batteries drop below 75% of rated capacity.

WHAT IS COVERED

Portable JMX/ SST

Radios

FOR HOW LONG

1 year *

1 year *

WHAT RITRON WILL DO

During the first year after date of purchase,Series

RITRON will repair or replace the defective product, at RITRON's option, parts and labor included at no charge.

RITRON will replace the defective battery RITRON Rechargeable

Batteries

Accessories 90 days * * After date of purchase

WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

• Any technical information provided with the covered product or any other RITRON products;

• Installation, maintenance or service of the product, unless this is covered by a separate written agreement with RITRON;

• Any products not furnished by RITRON which are attached or used with the covered product, or defects or damage from the use of the covered product with equipment that is not covered (such as defects or damage from the charging or use of batteries other than with covered product);

• Defects or damage, including broken antennas, resulting from:

- misuse, abuse, improper maintenance, alteration, modification, neglect, accident or act of God,

- the use of covered products other than in normal and customary manner or,

- improper testing or installation;

• Defects or damages from unauthorized disassembly, repair or modification, or where unauthorized disassembly, repair or modification prevents inspection and testing necessary to validate warranty claims;

• Defects or damages in which the serial number has been removed, altered or defaced.

• Batteries if any of the seals are not intact.

IMPORTANT: This warranty sets forth the full extent of RITRON’s express responsibilities regarding the covered products, and is given in lieu of all other express warranties. What RITRON has agreed to do above is your sole and exclusive remedy. No person is authorized to make any other warranty to you on behalf of RITRON. Warranties implied by state law, such as implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the duration of this limited warranty as it applies to the covered product. Incidental and consequential damages are not recoverable under this warranty (this includes loss of use or time, inconvenience, business interruption, commercial loss, lost profits or savings). Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

Because each covered product system is unique, RITRON disclaims liability for range, coverage, or operation of the system as a whole under this warranty.

WHO IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY

This warranty is given only to the purchaser or lessee of covered products when acquired for use, not resale.

This warranty is not assignable or transferable.

HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE

To receive warranty service, you MUST deliver or send the defective product, delivery costs and insurance prepaid, within the applicable warranty period, to RITRON, INC., 505 West Carmel Drive, Carmel, Indiana

46032, Attention: Warranty Department.

Please point out the nature of the defect in as much detail as you can. You MUST retain your sales or lease receipt (or other written evidence of the date of purchase) and deliver it along with the product.

If

RITRON chooses to repair or replace a defective product, RITRON may replace the product or any part or component with reconditioned product, parts or components. Replacements are covered for the balance of the original applicable warranty period. All replaced covered products, parts or components become RITRON’s property.

RIGHTS TO SOFTWARE RETAINED

Title and all rights or licenses to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in any RITRON software contained in covered products are and shall remain in RITRON. RITRON nevertheless grants you a limited non-exclusive, transferable right to use the RITRON software only in conjunction with covered products. No other license or right to the RITRON software is granted or permitted.

YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAW

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

WHERE THIS WARRANTY IS VALID

This warranty is valid only within the United States, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.


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Designed to work as an integrated system or as an add-on to virtually any existing two-way radio system

Quick Talk

TM

Alert for Remote Monitoring of any sensor or switch

Quick Talk OutPost

TM

XT

Ruggedized Two-Way Callbox

Quick Talk OutPost

TM

Basic Two-Way Callbox

Quick Assist

®

Push-Button RF Transmitter

Battery-operated callboxes provide instant wireless communication over existing two-way radio systems

Wireless Intercom/Base Station

Desktop or Wall Mountable Radio

505 West Carmel Drive • Carmel, IN 46032

P. O. Box 1998 •

Carmel, IN 46032

Ph: 317-846-1201 • Fax: 317-846-4978 • Email:

[email protected]

Pub. 14500036 REV. A 02-11

Website: www.ritron.com

COPYRIGHT© 2002 RITRON, INC. • ALL RIGHTS RESERVED page 3 RITRON, INC. 1-800-USA-1-USA (1-800-872-1872) www.ritron.com

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