AnyTone ARES II AM or FM or SSB Radio Instruction Manual

AnyTone ARES II AM or FM or SSB Radio

Product Information

The ARES II CB Radio from Qixiang Electron Science & Technology Co., Ltd is a high-quality and efficient communication device designed for use in vehicles. This radio comes equipped with several features and accessories to ensure exceptional performance and ease of use.

Functions & Features

• 13.8V power supply
• High efficient and harmonious adjusted CB antenna
• 50ohm characteristic impedance for antenna and cable
• Microphone with adjustable screw
• USB programming cable (optional accessory)
• External speaker (optional accessory)
• 10A, 250V fuse
• PA/FM/AM/USB/LSB mode
• Weather Channel 150-170MHz programmable(Optional)
• CTCSS/DCS Code
• PWR, RX RSSI S-Meter
• PC programmable
• Echo Function
• SQ, ASQ Function
• RF Gain Adjustment
• Mike Gain Adjustment
• RF PWR Adjustment
• Programmable RB
• NB/ANL Function
• Offset Function
• Beep Voice Prompt
• +10KHz Function
• TOT Function
• HI-CUT Function
• Busy channel lock
• Monitor
• LED Brightness Adjustment
• SWR Protection
• Voltage Protection
• VOX Function
• RX noise reduction
• TX noise reduction
• NPC function
• SCAN function

Standard Accessories

• Radio
• Microphone
• Mounting Bracket
• Microphone Hanger
• Non-slip Mat
• DC Power Cable
• Screws for Bracket Pads (2 sets)
• Spare Fuses (10A, 250V)
• Adjusting Screws

Optional Accessories

• USB Programming Cable
• External Speaker

Product Usage Instructions

Installation

Choose the most appropriate setting from a simple and practical point of view. Your radio should not interfere with the driver or crash the driver’s knee or leg when rush brake.

1. Fix the bracket using self-tapping screws and pads provided in the standard accessories kit.
2. Place the non-slip mat on both ends of the bracket and insert the radio. Then insert the adjusting screws and ensure they are tightened properly.
3. Select a suitable angle by using the three screw holes in the two ends of the bracket.

Microphone Connection

1. Plug in the microphone connector into the jack on the radio.
2. Adjust the screw for the microphone connector.

Antenna Installation

Before using this radio, please install a high efficient and harmonious adjusted CB antenna, suitable antenna type and correct installation will bring excellent communication.
To match with the radio, the antenna, and cable shall with a characteristic impedance of 50ohm, or the antenna system will not be efficient enough and will disturb TV, radio, or other electronics.

1. Screw the antenna connector into the antenna jack on the radio.

2. Ground the antenna system to ensure optimal performance.

3. Make sure to connect the antenna before transmitting to avoid any damage to the radio.
   WARNING:

   • Connect the antenna first before transmitting, or it might damage the radio.
   • To avoid the risk of fire, electric shock, and radio damage, all base stations shall equip with lightning protector
   • Be sure to choose a matching antenna, you may inquiry our dealers.

4. The position of the antenna can be put as the following example:

Power Connection:

1. Connect the positive red power cable to the + terminal of the battery.
2. Connect the negative black power cable to the – terminal of the battery.
3. Connect the DC power cable to the transceiver’s power supply connector.
   • Do not use a cigar lighter as it may bring down the voltage.
   • Use a full power cable even if it is longer than necessary and do not take off the fuse holder from the cable.
   • We suggest not using a cigar lighter as it often bring down the voltage.
   • Locate the power cable away from high temperature, moisture, portfire and cable insulator.

Fuse Replacement:

This radio adopts a 10A, 250V fuse. If the fuse blows, determine the reason, then correct the problem. After the problem is resolved, replace the fuse. If newly installed fuses continue to blow, disconnect the power cable and contact your authorized dealer or an authorized service center:

1. If the 10A, 250V fuse blows, determine the reason for it and correct the problem.
2. After the problem is resolved, replace the fuse with a new one of the suggested amperage.

Following these instructions will ensure the optimal performance and longevity of your ARES II CB Radio. For additional information or assistance, please contact your authorized dealer or an authorized service center.

1. Pull the two fuse cover in different direction and open it.
2. Replace the broke fuse with a good one, and close the fuse holder.
3. Be sure to use the suggested fuse, or it might damage the radio.

Install Microphone Hanger
Choose an ideal location that will not interfere with the driver. Using supplied self-tapping screws and pads(2 sets) to fix the hanger.

Install External Speaker
If using an external speaker, please choose an 8ohm speaker with a 3.50mm monoband (double cable) plug.

1. Locate the external speaker in a suitable place.
2. Plug into the speaker jack.

GETTING ACQUAINTED

Front Panel

Rear Panel

Microphone

HOW TO USE YOUR RADIO

• OFF/ON Radio

1. Turn VOL clockwise to switch on the radio, the radio emit a beep. When the LED displays the frequency or channel, the radio is on.
2. Turn VOL anti-clockwise to switch off the radio, the radio is OFF when hear Ka Ta from the switch.

• Volume Control
  When the radio is turned on, turn VOL clockwise will increase the volume, turn VOL anti-clockwise will reduce the volume.
  Note: Adjust the volume during communication to get a suitable level.

• Squelch Control
  When the radio is on standby, turn SQ outer shaft clockwise to adjust squelch level.

• Mic Gain Control
  When the radio is transmitting, turn MIG inner shaft to adjust Mic gain. Turn it clockwise to increase gain, and anti-clockwise to reduce gain.

• RF Gain Control
  When the radio is receiving, turn RFG outter shaft to adjust RF gain. Turn it clockwise to increase gain, and anti-clockwise to reduce gain.

• RF POWER Concentric
  Valid forr AM and FM mode only. Reducing the power for communication with a radio without RF gain, a default set to maximum for normal use.

• Scan Function
  CB Channels Scan ( long press 7 seconds)

1. In CB mode, press and hold UP/DN keys in the microphone for 7 seconds until hear a beep sound, the CB scan function starts.  

The dot between the two channel digits flashes to indicate that the scanning is active.

2. Rotary channel switch or UP/DN keys in the microphone to change scan direction.
3. short press [PTT] to exit the scan.  

WX Channels Scan(long press 3 seconds)

  1. In WX mode, press and hold the UP/DN keys in the microphone for 3 seconds until hearing a beep sounds to start WX scan function.  

The dot between the two channel digits flashes to indicate that the scanning is active.

  2. Rotary channel switch or UP/DN keys in the microphone to change scan direction.
  3. short press [PTT] to exit the scan.

• Working Mode Control
  Turn the mode switch to choose PA/FM/AM/USB/LSB mode.

• Working Band Control
  Turn the band switch to choose the A/B/C/D/E/F band.

• Channel Selection
  Turn the channel knob to select the desired channel. Clockwise to increase, anti-clockwise to reduce channel.

SLIDE SWITCH

FUNCTION MENU

1. Press the [UP] key of the microphone to enter into the radio function menu.
2. Rotate the channel switch or press the [UP/DN] key of the microphone to select the menu function options.
3. Press the [PTT] key of the microphone to enter into the menu setting.
4. Rotate the channel switch to select the desired setting.
5. Turn off to save and exit the function settings.

ERROR CODE

When the RX/TX indicator light is on yellow, the LED displays a code, which means the radio meets the problem.

• E1: Voltage too low
• E2: Voltage too high
• E3: WX function invalid
• E4: Current BAND invalid
• E5: TX SWR too high

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL

Frequency Range| 28.000-29.695MHz(Programmable)
Frequency Band| L band: A/B/C/D/E/F  H band : A/B/C/D/E/F
Channel| 40channels(programmable)in each band
Frequency Control| Phase-Locked-Loop Synthesizer
Frequency Tolerance| ± 5.0 ppm
Temperature Range| -20℃to +50℃
Microphone| with push-to-talk /UP/DN and coiled cord
Input Voltage| 13.8V
Dimensions (in mm)| 287(L)x200(W)x61(H)
Weight| 1.5kg
Antenna Connector| UHF, SO239
TRANSMITTER

Power Output

| AM:1-12W(adjustable) FM:1-40W(adjustable)

USB/LSB:1-35W(adjustable)

Drain| 8A(with modulation)
Modulation| FM/AM/SSB
Inter-modulation Distortion| SSB: 3rd order, more than -25dB; 5th order, more than -35dB
SSB Carrier Suppression| 55dB
Unwanted Sideband| 50dB
Frequency Response| AM/FM: 450 to 2500Hz
Output Impedance| 50ohms, unbalanced
RECEPTION

Sensitivity

| AM:1.0μV for 10 dB(S+N)/N at greater than 1/2watt

of audio output.

FM: 1.0 μV for 20 dB (S+N)/N at greater than 1/2

watt of audio output.

SSB: 0.25μV for 10dB(S+N)/N at greater than 1/2-

watt of audio output.

Selectivity| AM/FM:6dB@3KHz,50dB @9KHz

SSB: 6 dB@2.1KHz,60dB @3.3KHz

Adjacent-Channel Selectivity| 60dB AM/FM &70 dB SSB
Image Rejection| More than 65dB
IF Frequency| AM/FM: 10.695 MHz 1st IF, 455 KHz 2nd IF SSB: 10.695 MHz
RF Gain Control| 45dB adjustable for optimum signal reception
Automatic Gain Control(AGC)| Less than 10dB change in audio output for inputs from 10 to 100,000 microvolt
Squelch| Adjustable; threshold less than 0.5 μV. Automatic Squelch Control(only AM/FM)0.5 μV
ANL| Switchable
Noise Blanker| RF type, effective on AM/FM and SSB
Audio Output Power| 3 watts into 8 ohms
Frequency Response| AM/FM: 300 to 2800Hz
Built-in Speaker| 8 ohms, round
External Speaker(Not Supplied)| 8 ohms, disables internal speaker when connected

Note:
Specifications are subject to change without notice due to advancements in technology.

References

• Handheld Two Way Radio Manufacturer / Walkie Talkie Supplier | Anytone

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