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QP350 USER MANUAL
Quantun Electronics, LLC
THANK YOU
We are grateful for you choice of Quantun transceiver. This
Professional two-way radio incorporates the advanced technology
and craft. You will be pleased with the quality and features of our
product.
Please read this manual carefully to ensure you know how
to property operate the radio before use.
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CONTENTS
User Safety Information
Compliance with RF Energy Exposure Standards
Precautions and notices
Product Inspection
Radio Overview
Parts of the Radio
The functions of the LEDs and Beeps Table
Programmable Auxiliary Functions
Getting Started
Battery
Antenna
Accessory Installation
Basic Operations
VOX Operation
Advanced Operations and Features
Troubleshooting
Care and Cleaning
Service
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User Safety Information
READ THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFE AND
EFFICIENT
OPERATION
BEFORE
USING
YOUR
QUANTUN PORTABLE TWO-WAY RADIO.
Compliance with RF Energy Exposure Standards
Your Quantun two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of national
and international standards and guidelines (listed below) regarding human exposure to
radio frequency electromagnetic energy. This radio complies with the IEEE (FCC) and
ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environment at duty
cycles of up to 50% talk-50% listen and should be used for occupational use only. In terms
of measuring RF energy for compliance with the FCC exposure guidelines, your radio
radiates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking), not when it is
receiving (listening) or in standby mode.
Note: The approved batteries supplied with this radio are rated for a 5-5-90 duty cycle
(5% talk-5% listen-90% standby), even though this radio complies with the FCC
occupational RF exposure limits at duty cycles of up to 50% talk.
Your Quantun two-way radio complies with the following of RF energ y exposure
standards and guidelines:
United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations;
47CFR part 2 sub-part J
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical and Electronic
Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1999 Edition
International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998
Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits of Human Exposure to Radio
Frequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range from 3KHz to 300GHz,
1999
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Precation and Notices
Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed radio transmitters. Illegal
operation is punishable by fine or imprisonment Of both.
To avoid problem caused by electromagnetic interference and electromagnetic
compatibility, please turn off the transceiver at the sites where you are required, such
as hospital, airplane etc.
In the vehicle equipped with air bag safety, don't put the transceiver within the scope
of the air bag inflation.
Please turn off the transceiver before step into the inflammable and explosive places.
Don't transmit for a long time, it may damage the transceiver or it may cause scald.
Don't use the transceiver which antenna is damaged or else when the exposed metal
touch the skin, it may cause scald also.
Don't expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight, nor place it close to
heating appliances.
If belt the transceiver on with belt clip, please notice that the distance Between body
and antenna should be more than 5cm when transmitting.
If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver, switch OFF
the power immediately and remove the optional battery pack from the transceiver.
Contact our dealer nearby.
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Product Inspection
Please carefully take the transceiver out of the box. We recommend that you confirm the
items listed in the following table are enclosed before discarding the box. If any items are
missing or have been damaged during shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately.
Available Accessories
Item
Qty. (Pcs.)
Antenna
1
Belt Clip
1
Screws(Belt Clip)
2
Battery
1
AC Adapter
1
Nylon Strap
1
User’s Manual
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Radio Overview
Parts of the Radio
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02
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03
04
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05
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06
15
07
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(1) Power Switch
(2) Antenna
(3) Volume Adjust
(4) PTT Key
Keys[+]
(6) Volume Adjust
Keys[-]
(7) Microphone
(8) Charging
Terminal
(9) Channel Selector
Knob
(10) Status
Indicator
(11) Charge
Indicator
(12) Charge DC
Jack
(13)External Earphone
Jack
(14) External
Earphone Jack
(15) Speaker
(16) Screw(Belt
Clip)
(17) Belt Clip
(18) Rear Cover
(19) Battery Latch
(5) SK(Programmable
Side Key)
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The functions of the LEDs and beeps Table
Power on
When the radio is turned on, the power on alert tone
sounds and status Indicator flashes green once. When the
current channel is a blank channel, the radio sounds beep
tone continuously.
Power off
When the radio is turned off, the power off alert is heard.
Low battery alert
Status Indicator flashes red, and a Di-Di-Di tone sounds at
intervals of 10 seconds.
Transmitting
Receiving
Scanning
Power adjust
VOX
Status Indicator glows red when transmitting.
When TOT timer expires, the radio sounds beep tone
continuously.
TOT pre-alert:: A beep is heard.
Status Indicator glows green when carrier is present.
Status Indicator flashes green once every 1 second, while
scanning is in process.
Scan Start Alert Tone (programmable by your dealer): A
beep is heard.
When signal is received on a certain channel, Status
Indicator solidly glows green.
Scan Exit Alert Tone (programmable by your dealer): Two
beep is heard.
A low-pitched tone is heard when transmit power is
switched from high power to low power.
A high-pitched tone is heard when transmit power is
switched from low power to high power.
One beep sounds when the VOX feature is activated.
Two beeps sound when the VOX feature is disabled.
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Programmable Auxiliary Functions
The SK key is a programmable function button. Your dealer may assign any of the
following auxiliary functions to a short or long programmable key-press.
None
Squelch Off
Squelch Off Momentary
Monitor
Monitor Momentary
Scan
Power Adjust
Battery Strength Indicator
Compandor
Scrambler
VOX
Channel Lock
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Getting Started
Battery
Safety Precautions
The battery is not fully charged at the factory. It is recommended to charge the new
battery for 5 hours before using it. Also, batteries that may have set longer than 2 months
since the last charge should be charged before using it. The battery capacity will be
optimum after being charged/discharged two or three times. When the battery’s charge is
depleted, charge the battery or replace the battery with a new one.
Caution:
1.
Do not short circuit the battery terminals or discard the battery in fire. Never attempt
to disassemble the battery.
2.
Never charge a battery that is wet. Please dry it with soft cloth prior to charge.
3.
Do not return fully charged batteries to the charger for an “extra boost”. This action
will significantly reduce battery life.
4.
Dispose of batteries according to local regulations (e.g. recycling). Do not dispose as
household waste.
Battery Tips
1. The battery should be charged at 5℃ ~ 40℃, temperature out of this range could
result the battery not fully charged.
2. When charging a battery attached to a radio, turn the radio off to ensure a full charge.
3. Do not cut off the power supply or remove the battery when charging a battery.
4. The battery will eventually wear out. When the operating time (talk-time and standby
time) is noticeably shorter than normal performance, it is time to buy a new battery.
To Prolong Battery Life
Battery performance will be greatly decreased at a temperature -20℃ below. Please
use back-up battery in cold weather. The cold battery unable to work in this situation
may work under room temperature, so keep it for later use.
The dust on the battery contact may affect battery life. Please use clean dry cloth to
wipe it before the attaching the battery to the radio.
Battery Storage
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1. Considering the battery's self-discharge characteristics, fully charge the battery prior
to long time storage, to avoid battery damage due to over-discharge.
2. Recharge the battery after 6 months’ storage, to avoid reducing battery capacity due
to over-discharge.
3. Notice the ambient humidity and temperature for the battery storage. Please store it in
cool dry area under room temperature, to reduce self-discharge capacity.
Charging the Battery
When the radio top LED flashes red and three beeps sound every 10 seconds indicating
the battery power runs low, please recharge the battery.
You are recommended to use Quantun authorized charger. Charger LED will indicate the
charging status.
Please follow these steps to charge your radio using the switching power adapter
or desktop charger:
1. Plug the AC connector of the switching power adapter into the AC outlet socket.
2. Plug the DC connector of the switching power adapter into the DC jack of the radio or
charger.
3. Place the radio with the battery attached in the charger when the charger indicator
glows green to indicate the power supplies normally. (Please skip this step if you don’t
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use a charger)
4. Make sure the radio is connected to the switching power adapter or the charger. The
charging process initiates when the Charge Indicator of the radio glows orange.
5. The Charge Indicator glows green when the battery is fully charged. Please remove
the radio then.
Charger LED
Status
Steady Orange
Battery is charging
Steady Green
Battery is fully charged
Note: Make sure the radio is attached with a battery before charging, and is
powered off during charging.
Please follow these steps to charge a battery using the desktop charger:
1. Plug the AC connector of the switching power adapter into the AC outlet socket.
2. Plug the DC connector of the switching power adapter into the DC jack of the charger.
Indicator of the charger glows green.
3. Place the battery in the charger.
4. Make sure the battery is connected to the charger. The charging process initiates
when the charger indicator glows orange.
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5. The charger indicator glows green when the battery is fully charged. Please remove
the battery then.
Charger LED
Status
Steady Orange
Battery is charging
Steady Green
Battery is fully charged
Antenna
Stubby antennas are ideal for communication within limited range. Fine and long antennas
optimizes communication coverage, ideal when the radio is worn on the belt because they
are flexible and soft.
Rainy days or forest locations may narrow your communication range, please repare in
advance to avoid potential inconvenience.
Accessory Installation
Battery
Attaching the battery
1. Hold the top part of the radio’s body, and slide the battery latch in the direction of arrow
① Then lift the rear cover and remove it from the radio’s body, as shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1
2. Align the discharging terminal of the battery with the radio’s charging piece, and insert
the tab at the top of the battery into the slot at the top of the radio’s body. Then press the
bottom of the battery towards the radio, until the battery is securely inserted into the
battery slot, as shown in Figure 2. Note: If the battery is not well locked, please remove
the battery and attach it again.
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Figure 2
4. Fit the two extensions at the top of the rear cover into the slots at the top of the radio’s
body, slightly press the bottom of the rear cover towards the radio until a click is heard,
and then the rear cover is securely attached to the radio, as shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3
Removing the Battery
1. Turn off the radio, if it is turned on. Then follow step 1 in the section “Attaching the
Battery” to remove the rear cover.
2. Hold the top part of the radio's body, and lift the battery in the direction of arrow ① by
the notch at its bottom, and then remove the battery from the radio’s body in the direction
of arrow ②, as shown in Figure 4.
Figure 4
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Antenna
Attaching the Antenna
1. Align the threaded end of the antenna with the radio’s antenna connector.
2. Turn the antenna clockwise to fasten it, as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5
Removing the Antenna
Rotate the antenna counterclockwise to remove it.
Belt Clip
Attaching the Belt Clip
Align the two screw holes on the metal bracket of the belt clip with holes on the elliptical
protrusion on the back side of the radio. Then secure the belt clip on the back side of the
radio, as shown in Figure 6. Align the belt clip screws with screw holes on the metal
bracket of the belt clip, and then secure the screws.
Figure6
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Removing the Belt Clip
Loosen the screw to remove the belt clip. Please refer to the operations for attaching the
belt clip.
Attaching/Removing the Battery When the Belt Clip is Attached
When the belt clip is attached to the radio, please first press the belt clip to make its
bottom up, and then attach/remove the rear cover and battery by the steps mentioned
above, as shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7
Attaching the Earpiece/Microphone
Open (not remove) the accessory cover, plug the audio accessory firmly into the
accessory jack. as shown in Figure 8
Figure 8
Note: Using the radio with audio accessory may affect the waterproof performance of the
radio.
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Basic Operations
Turn On/Off the Radio
Long press the Power Switch until an alert tone is heard to turn the radio on. The LED
glows green during power-up. If the current channel is not set, the radio sounds beep tone
continuously
To turn the radio off, do the same as you turn it on.
Adjusting the Volume
You may adjust the volume level through Volume Adjust Keys [+]/[-]. Press the [+] key
to increase the volume, or press the [-] key to decrease the volume.
Selecting a Channel
Turn the Channel Selector knob to select a channel. Make sure the desired channel
number points at the Channel Indicator.
The radio provides 16 conventional channels. Some of the channels may be not
programmed and, therefore, not used. Please contact your dealer for more details.
Transmitting
To transmit, press and hold down the PTT key, and then speak into the microphone at
normal voice level. Hold the radio about 2.5 to 5 centimeters away from your mouth.
Receiving
Release the PTT key to receive.
VOX Operation
When hands-free operation is desired, your radio can be activated by voice alone using
the VOX feature when you speak through an accessory that is connected to your radio.
Connecting a VOX Headset
1. Turn off your radio.
2. connect the VOX accessory to your radio and turn the radio on.
Enabling or Disabling VOX
To enable or disable VOX operation, press the preprogrammed VOX button (see
advanced operations)
Note:
Pressing the PTT button disables VOX.
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Advanced Operations and Features
Features
Key function programmable
Your dealer may program the Function Key(long or short press) with one of the auxiliary functions
respectively described in the Radio View section.
Programmable 12.5kHz/25kHz Channel Spacing
The feature enables flexibility an easy migration of channel spacing requirements when the need arises,
with no need to buy new radios.
CTCSS/DCS Signalling
CTCSS/DCS may have been programmed on a channel to ignoreunwanted calls from other parties on
the same channel. user will receive the calls on the same channel only when the received signals contain
the matching CTCSS/DCS code;otherwise,the user receives all the calls on the same channel within
communication range.
The dealer preset CTCSS/DCS signalling on all or just certain channels.
NOTE:Although using CTCSS/DCS enables you to avoid hearing Unwanted calls, it does not mean your
calls will be private.
Squelch Tail Elimination
The function will minimize the annoying audio outputs that occur at the receiver on completion of a
transmission to relieve the fatigue of you ears.
When CTCSS/DCS signalling is set, this channel will have the tail elimination function automatically.
Selectable Squelch Level
The purpose of squelch is to mute audio output from the speaker when no signals are present.The higher
the squelch level selected,the stronger the signals must be to receive.The appropriate squelch level
depends on ambient RF noise conditions.
Busy Channel Lockout (BCL)
When the BCL feature is enabled by your dealer, you are prevented from transmitting on a channel that is
already in use. Press the PTT on a channel that is already in use, the radio will sound alert tone and turn
back to the receive mode.
Time-Out-Timer (TOT)
The Time-Out-Timer(TOT) is used to prevent someone from using the same channel for a long time and
to prevent the radio from damage due to continuous transmission.
If the transmission exceeds the preset time (it's set by your dealer), transmission will be inhibited and a
beep tone will sound.To stop the beep tone, release the [PTT] key .Press the [PTT] key again to resume
transmitting.
Battery Save
When enabled, the Battery Save feature is automatically activated once the situation that no activity on
the channel and no operation performed, lasts for 10-12 seconds. for extended operation time.
Pressing any key or receiving a signal will restore the radio to normal operation and exit from Battery
Save.
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Low battery Alert
When the battery voltage goes below a preset value, the LED indicator Will flash red and the alert tone
sound and then the radio stops transmitting.
This feature is designed to automatically reminds you of recharging or replace the battery.
Scrambler
This feature means that your conversation is secrecy.
If Scrambler is set on the current channel, only the radio setted Scrambler active can receive you, the
radio not setted only get a noise voice.
Compander
Companding is a feature that allows further improvement of voice quality. It compresses your voice at
transmission, and expands it when receiving while simultaneously reducing extraneous noise. However,
to enjoy this benefit, all transmitting and receiving radios must have this feature activated.
Advanced Operations
Monitor
Squelch Off
In this mode, the speaker is unmuted in any condition so as to receive any sound on the
current channel. When audio signal is received on the channel, audio will be heard.
Otherwise, background noise will be heard.
Operation: Press the Monitor key to enter this mode, and press it again to exit.
Squelch Off Momentary
Refer to Squelch Off. When audio signal is received on the channel, audio will be heard.
Otherwise, background noise will be heard.
Operation: Hold down the programmed key continuously to enter this mode, and release
the key to exit.
Monitor
In this mode, the receiving party can receive incoming calls from the transmitting party
regardless of CTCSS/CDCSS condition. If the carrier condition is not satisfied, the
receiving party will fail to receive any incoming calls.
Operation: Press the Monitor key to enter this mode, and press it again to exit.
Monitor Momentary
Refer to Monitor.
Operation: Hold down the programmed key continuously to enter this mode, and release
the key to exit.
Scan
The Scan feature enables a two-way radio to continuously receive each channel for
activity. Press the programmed Scan key to initiate scanning channels in the order as
they appear in scan list. Status Indicator flashes green during the scan process, and
solidly glows when activity is detected and signaling condition is satisfied on a channel.
Press the key again to exit scanning. When scanning is active, the radio will continuously
scan for activity on scan list members. Once activity is detected on a channel, scanning
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will pause on the active channel for you to receive activity. The channels available for
scanning are programmed by your dealer.
No Priority Channel
Providing that there is a scan list with 6 channels and all channels are non-prioritized, the
normal scan operation would proceed in the following sequence, as shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1 Normal Scan Sequence
Figure 2 Priority Scan Sequence
Priority Channel Scan
If you prioritize Channel 2 as Priority 1, the scan operation would proceed in the following
sequence, as shown in Figure 2.
Scan On/Off
You can enter scan mode through any of the following two methods:
(1) Key Operation
Press the programmed Scan key to enter scan mode, provided that there’re no less than
2 members in the scan list. Press the Scan key again or power off to exit.
(2) Auto
If Auto Scan is enabled for a channel, the radio will automatically enter scan mode when it
is switched to this channel. When it is switched to other channels or powers off, the radio
will exit from scan mode.
Talk Back
This option defines whether users can talk back on the channel where scanning pauses.
When the option is checked, users can do so. If the scanning does not pause on any
channel, users may talk back on the predefined channel.
Priority Channel Scan
This function enables users to scan the most frequently used channel so that messages
will not be missed. The priority channel is programmed by the dealer via programming
software. Contact your dealer for details. Note: Even though the radio remains on a
non-priority channel, activities on the priority channel are still under monitoring. The radio
will switch to the priority channel once any activity is detected.
Available Keys in Scan Mode
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PTT key, Volume Adjust keys [+] / [-], and 4 programmable keys of Squelch Off, Squelch
Off Momentary, Monitor and Monitor Momentary.
TX Power Adjust
Users can switch the Tx power level between high and low power by pressing the
programmed Power Adjust key.
Battery Strength Indicator
QP-350 allows you to simply press the programmed Battery Strength Indicator key to
illuminate the Status Indicator, which gives different indications representing battery
strength levels. To exit the indications, release the key. The Status Indicator gives the
following indications to represent corresponding battery strength levels:
Battery
Strength
Status Indication
70%-100%
Status Indicator solidly glows green.
50%-70%
Status Indicator solidly glows orange.
30%-50%
Status Indicator solidly glows red.
10%-30%
Status Indicator flashes red.
Even no press this key, Status Indicator still flashes red while the radio is
operating.
Less than
10%
Status Indicator flashes red.
Even no press this function key, While the radio is in standby mode,
Status Indicator still flashes red and a low-pitched tone sounds at
intervals of ten seconds. If PTT key is pressed at the moment, the radio
will give an alert indicating that transmissin is prohibited.
Channel Lock
Press the programmed function key to activate the Channel Lock mode, When the
Channel Lock feature is activated, rotate the channel selector is invalid.
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Troubleshooting
Trouble
Solution
Cannot power on the radio.
The battery has run out. Please recharge
the battery or replace it with a new one.
The battery may not be properly installed.
Remove the battery and attach it again.
The operating time is noticeably shorter
than normal performance, even though
the battery is properly charged.
The battery has worn out, and it is time to
buy a new battery.
The battery is not fully charged. Make sure
the charge indicators glow green.
Cannot talk to or hear group members.
Make sure radios have the same channel
and the same CTCSS/CDCSS settings.
Make sure you are within their
communication range.
Non-group members voice are present
on the channel
Send the radio to your dealer to change
your CTCSS/CDCSS settings, and so as your
group members.
No voice or low voice while transmitting
Make sure the volume is turned up to its
maximum value.
Send the radio to your dealer for
microphone examination.
Noise always on
Group members are too far away to receive
their call. Please go within the communication
range and re-power on the radio to try.
Reset the Squelch Level by your dealer.
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Care and Cleaning
Do not place the radio in a dusty or dirty environment.
Clean the radio with a lint-free cloth to remove dirt or grease, to avoid poor contact
due to excessive dust.
Clean the radio using a lint-free cloth moistened with clean water and a mild
dishwashing liquid.
Avoid subjecting the radio to corrosives, solvents or spirits.
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Service
If you need service, contact your Quantun dealer. If you find it inconvenient to have
service performed by your local dealer, you may contact Quantun below:
Quantun Electronics,LLC
1379 Shotgun Road Sunrise, Florida 33326 USA
Main line: 954-598-3500
Toll Free USA: 888-361-0521
www.quantun.com
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