Vertex VX-410/420 Series Portable Radios User Guide

Vertex VX-410/420 Series Portable Radios User Guide

VHF/UHF Portable Radios

• FREQUENCY RANGE
• VHF: 146 — 174 MHz
• UHF: 450 — 490 MHz 5 WATTS POWER OUTPUT (SELECTABLE TO 1 WATT) 32 CHANNEL CAPABILITY
• 8-CHARACTER ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY (VX-420)
• MULTI-MODE SCAN
• (DUAL WATCH, PRIORITY, FOLLOW-ME) 5-TONE ENCODE/DECODE
• 2-TONE ENC/DEC (DUAL 2-TONE DEC) CTCSS / DCS ENCODE AND DECODE DTMF ANI/DTMF PAGING (REQUIRES OPTIONAL FVP-25)
• 2 PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION BUTTONS (SIDE) ON BOTH VX-410 AND VX-420 4 PROGRAMMABLE FRONT-PANEL FUNCTION BUTTONS (VX-420) FRONT PANEL KEYPAD ILLUMINATION (VX-420)
• 12.5/20/25 kHz BANDWIDTH (PROGRAMMABLE BY CHANNEL) COMPANDER INCLUDED (AVAILABLE ON WIDE AND NARROW CHANNELS) VOICE
• ENCRYPTION BUILT IN (NOT AN OPTIONAL MODULE!)
• VX-TRUNK ™ OPTIONAL (SMARTRUNK ™ UNIT REQUIRED)
• VOICE STORAGE (OPTIONAL DVS-5 REQUIRED)
• ARTS ™ (AUTO RANGE TRANSPOND SYSTEM) BCLO, BTLO AND TOT FUNCTIONS RX POWER SAVE CIRCUIT
• PC PROGRAMMABLE RADIO-TO-RADIO CLONING RUGGED CONSTRUCTION
• LOUD, CLEAR AUDIO OUTPUT MIL-STD 810 D/E/F INTRINSICALLY SAFE (IS) OPTION COMPACT CASE SIZE, LIGHT WEIGHT

VHF/UHF Portable Radios

The VX-410/420 Series of 32-Channel VHF/UHF Portables features 5 Watts of Power Output and a host of leading-edge built-in features for demanding business/industry and public safety applications. Included as standard features are Dual 2-Tone Decode, 2-Tone Encode, 5-Tone Encode/Decode, Encryption, Voice Compander, and Multi-mode Scanning. The VX-410/420 may be programmed, by channel, for 12.5/20/25 kHz channel spacing, and for simplex or split operation.
The deluxe VX-420 version features an eight- character alphanumeric display, 4 additional programmable keys and illuminated keypad. Both the VX-410 and VX-420 are available in Intrinsically Safe versions, and all are built with legendary Vertex ruggedness and unmatched cost-performance.

HIGH PERFORMANC E

5 WATTS POWER OUTPUT

The VX-410/420 Portables produce a full 5 Watts of power output, with an additional selection of 1 Watt available for increased battery life when higher power is not required.

12.5/20/25 kHz BANDWIDTH (PROGRAMMABLE BY CHANNEL)

When programming radios for use in different jurisdictions or geographical regions, the VX-410/420 Portables may be programmed, channel by channel, for 12/5, 20, or 25 kHz channel spacing environments, with both bandwidth and deviation automatically set according to each channel s requirements.

LEADING-EDGE DESIGN

Crafted with care for use in areas of severe RF pollution, the VX-410/420 Portables include excellent adjacent-channel selectivity and immunity from Intermodulation, along with TIA- compliant ±2.5 ppm frequency stability.

LOUD 500 mW AUDIO OUTPUT

Ideal for reception in noisy environments, the VX-410/420 Portables’ high- powered audio is coupled to a large internal speaker, assuring solid copy throughout difficult crowd control, fire, or sporting-event operations.

LONG-LIFE LITHIUM-ION BATTERY (1600 mAh)

The VX-410/420 Portables may be equipped with advanced FNB-V67 Lithium-Ion Battery Packs with 1600 mAh of capacity, for operating times of up to ten hours or more, even when using 5 Watts (5-5-90 duty cycle).

VERSATILITY

32 CHANNEL CAPACITY

The 32-channel capacity of the VX-410/420 Portables includes quick access, and the channel-specific information loaded during programming minimizes the extra keystrokes required on competing models. Two banks of 16 channels each are provided for convenient channel access.

PROGRAMMABLE ” SOFT” KEYS

Two buttons on the side panel of the VX-410 may be custom-programmed for specific functions needed in your application. The VX-420 additionally provides four front-panel programmable keys, for a total of six available custom buttons.

OPTIONAL TRUNKING CAPABILITY

Installation of the optional SmarTrunk® module enables use of the VX-410/420 on systems equipped for VX-Trunk operation.
Portables are equipped with 2-Tone Encode/Decode, Dual 2-Tone Decode, as well as 5/6-Tone Encode/Decode circuitry. In addition, DTMF ANI and DTMF Paging capability is also available through installation of the optional FVP-25 DTMF Pager Unit.

ADVANCED 8-CHARACTER ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY

Providing an Alphanumeric Channel Label of up to 8 characters, the LCD display also provides convenient operating function icons to provide instant recognition of radio status.

ERGONOMIC CONSTRUCTION

The carefully-engineered case construction features a gently rounded shape for a solid grip, whether the radio is wet or dry. Its over-sized keys are easy to activate, and the operating firmware has been carefully shaped by years of feedback from public safety, business, industry, and government users.

KEY LOCK

A    Soft    key may be programmed as a     Key Lock     control, to prevent inadvertent channel change or unwanted activation/de- activation of functions. This is especially valuable in surveillance operations, where the radio may be concealed and subject to accidental pressure on its keys.

RADIO TO RADIO CLONE FEATURE

For quick programming of the VX-410/420 radios for an emergency task force, the Clone feature allows copying of all channel and configuration data from one VX-410/420 to another, using the optional CT-27 Cloning Cable

EASY USER INTERFACE

ADVANCED 8-CHARACTER ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY

Providing an Alphanumeric Channel Label of up to 8 characters, the LCD display also provides convenient operating function icons to provide instant recognition of radio status.

ERGONOMIC CONSTRUCTION

The carefully-engineered case construction features a gently rounded shape for a solid grip, whether the radio is wet or dry. Its over-sized keys are easy to activate, and the operating firmware has been carefully shaped by years of feedback from public safety, business, industry, and government users.

KEY LOCK

A    Soft    key may be programmed as a     Key Lock     control, to prevent inadvertent channel change or unwanted activation/de- activation of functions. This is especially valuable in surveillance operations, where the radio may be concealed and subject to accidental pressure on its keys.

RADIO TO RADIO CLONE FEATURE

For quick programming of the VX-410/420 radios for an emergency task force, the Clone feature allows copying of all channel and configuration data from one VX-410/420 to another, using the optional CT-27 Cloning Cable.

SECURITY

BUILT-IN ENCRYPTION

The built-in Encryption circuit provides security for your important public safety and private security communications, and it may be enabled at the time of radio programming by the dealer.

OPTIONAL VOICE RECORDER

The optional DVS-5 Voice Recorder Unit allows you to record and store up to 120 seconds of incoming receiver audio, ideal for keeping an audible record of an important message. Audio may be saved either as a one-time 2-minute recording, or a constantly refreshing ” last 120 seconds” recording may be made.

PROGRAMMING SECURITY

Cloning capability may be disabled at the time of programming, to prevent unauthorized access to channel data. The transceiver also may be programmed with an access password, to prevent unauthorized attempts to gain access to channel data via computer programming

DURABLE CONSTRUCTION

ULTRA COMPACT

The VX-410/420  Series  Portables       features and performance are housed in an ultra- rugged, compact case measuring only  2.3″

(W) x 4.3″ (H) x 1.2″ (D), and weighing less than of a pound with the standard FNB-V57 Battery.

MIL-STD RATED

Designed for use under the most demanding conditions, the VX-410/420 Portables are built in compliance with MIL-STD 810 D/E/F specifications for reliable operation in environments including shock, vibration, high and low temperature, low pressure, rain, humidity, salt fog, and dust.

INTRINSICALLY SAFE (IS) VERSIONS

AVAILABLE (pending)

The VX-410/420 Portables are also available in Intrinsically Safe (IS) versions, for leading- edge communications capability in hazardous operating situations. Included in the IS certification for the VX-410/420 is approval for use in dangerous hydrogen and acetylene environments.

Specifications

Measurements per EIA standards unless noted above. Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation

Applicable MIL-STD

Intrinsically Safe Approvals

The VX-410/420 VHF and UHF models have been given an intrinsically safe rating for use in ANSI/UL-913-88 Class l,ll, and lll, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, D, E, F, and G hazardous environments on models equipped with the Intrinsically Safe option

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