ALINCO DJ-G46T UHF FM Transceiver Instruction Manual

ALINCO DJ-G46T UHF FM Transceiver

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: DJ-G46T
• Manufacturer: Alinco Incorporated, Electronics Division
• Address: Yodoyabashi Dai-bldg 13F 4-4-9 Koraibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0043 Japan
• Phone: +81-6-7636-2362
• Fax: +81-6-6208-3802
• Website: http://www.alinco.com
• Email: export@alinco.co.jp
• Copyright: Alinco, lnc. PS1096/FNFG-FI Printed in China

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Alinco DJ-G46T UHF FM Transceiver. This transceiver is manufactured with state-of-the-art technology and has been tested carefully at the factory. It is designed to operate to your satisfaction for many years under normal use.
Please read this manual completely to learn all the functions  the product offers. It is important to read the entire manual to  understand the complete explanation of each function.

Before Transmitting
When transmitting, be careful not to cause interference to other radio stations operating in the frequency ranges covered by this  product.

About IP54 Rating / Dust and Splash Resistant

About IP54 Rating:  The Alinco DJ-G46T UHF FM Transceiver has an IP54 rating. This  means that it is dust protected and ingress of dust is not entirely prevented, but it must not enter in sufficient quantity to interfere with the satisfactory operation of the equipment. It also  provides complete protection against contact.
Warranty : The warranty period of dust and splash resistance is the same as the period of the product warranty.

Covering Ranges

The range of the DJ-G46T UHF FM Transceiver can vary depending on various factors:

• Flat, Noise-free Place: Expect a range of approximately 3km/2 miles or more when located on a flat, noise-free place like on a  beach.
• Wearing and Carrying: The range may vary depending on how the radios are worn and carried.
• Surrounding Locations/Conditions: The range can be affected by surrounding locations and conditions.
• Static Noise Levels: The range may be affected by static noise levels, especially below or near power transmission lines.
• Urban Areas/Buildings: In urban areas with many buildings or inside a building, the covering range will become drastically short, even to several tens of meters.

FCC Information

Compliance Information Statement:
This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction  manual.

FCC INFORMATION:
This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operation isv subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept anyv interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION:
Changes or modifications to this device, not expressly approved by Alinco, Inc., could void your authority to operate this device.

FAQ

Q: Is a GMRS license required to operate this device?
A: Yes, a GMRS license is required to operate the Alinco DJ-G46T  UHF FM Transceiver.

Thank you for purchashing your new Alinco transceiver.Please read this manual carefully before using the product to ensure full performance, and keep this manual for future reference as it contains information on after-sales service.
In case addendum or errata sheets are included with this product,please read those materials and keep them together with this instruction manual for future reference. GMRS license is required to operate this device

Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing this excellent Alinco transceiver. Our products are ranked among the finest in the world. This radio has been manufactured with state of the art technology and it has been tested carefully at our factory. It is designed to operate to your satisfaction for many years under normal use.
Please read this manual completely from the first page to the last, to learn all the functions the product offers. It is important to note that some of the operations may be explained in relation to information in previous chapters. By reading just one part of the manual, you may risk not understanding the complete explanation of the function.

Before transmitting
There are many radio stations operating in to the frequency ranges this product covers. Be careful not to cause interference when transmitting around such radio stations.

Lightning

Any person is not safe outdoor during thunderstorm and lightning. This condition is getting worse if somebody keeps a hand-held radio; chances of being hit by lightning are doubled since lightning may hit a radio antenna as well. At this time, there is no hand-held radio having any kind of protection against lightning current (which is higher than10 kA.). Note also that no car provides adequate protection of its passengers or drivers against lightning as well. Therefore, Alinco will not take responsibility for any danger associated with using its hand-held radios outdoor or inside the car during lightning.

About IP54 rating / Dust and splash resistant
About IP54 rating

• Dust protected /Ingress of dust is not entirely prevented, but it must not enter in sufficient quantity to interfere with the satisfactory operation of the equipment; complete protection against contact.
• Splashing water / Water splashing against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effect. Test duration: 5 minutes / Water volume: 10 litters per minute /Pressure: 80~100 kN/m²
• The IP54 designation provides for limited dust and splash proofing of the radio per specified above. This compatibility is factory guaranteed for a period of one year provided all the jack covers are securely in place, any accessories connected must be specified genuine Alinco accessories and the radio has not been disassembled by the customer. The factory has tested and made the equipment compatible to IP54 certification during engineering. However, please understand that this equipment is NOT certified IP54 compliant but is designed to remain operational when used in hard conditions and is in no way stating that you should attempt to wash the radio for cleaning. Warranty will not cover radios that are water/dust damage due to negligence or misuse of the product.
• The warranty period of dust and splash resistance is the same as the period of the product warranty.

Covering ranges

You may expect a range of approx. 3km/2 miles or more when located on a flat, noise-free place like on a beach.However,it may vary drastically depending on how to wear and carry the radios, surrounding locations/conditions and static noise levels (below or near power transmission lines), etc. In urban areas with many buildings or inside a building, such covering range will become drastically short even to several tens of meters.

FCC Information

Your ALINCO radio operates on communicationsfrequencies which are subject to FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Rules & Regulations. FCCRules require that all operators using Personal Radio Servicefrequencies obtain a radio license before operating theirequipment. Application for license must be made on FCCform 574. Temporary operation is allowed, using form 574Twhich has been provided for your convenience (remove theform from the center of this Instruction Manual). Please readand follow the instructions on the provided form.

Compliance Information Statement

This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy.Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual.

FCC INFORMATION
This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are desianed to provide reasonablle protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However,there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation, If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more ofthe following measures：

• Reorent or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the eguipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for help.

CAUTION:
Changes or modifications to this device,note expressly approved by Alinco,Inc.could void your authority to operate this device under.

• SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by FCC with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands, although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value. Before a new model is a available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that is does not exceed the exposure limit established by the FCC. Tests for each product are performed in positions and locations as required by the FCC.
• For body worn operation, this device has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with and accessory designated for this product or when used with and accessory that contains no metal.
• To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines hold the transmitter and antenna at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) from your face and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away from the face.
• The equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for and uncontrolled environment. In order to comply with the FCC RF exposure requirement, the antenna installation must comply with the following:
• Users must be fully aware of the hazards of the exposure and able to exercise control over their RF exposure to qualify for the higher exposure limits.
• Your wireless hand-held portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter. This product sends out radio frequency ( RF) signals when the Push-to-Talk(PTT) button is pressed.
• The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%.

Your ALINCO DJG46 operates on GMRS frequencies

GENERAL MOBILE RADIO SERVICE(GMRS)

• GMRS is a two-way personal radio service available to an individual (one man or one woman) to facilitate the activities of the individual’s immediate family members. GMRS is not authorized for business uses.
• Users must cooperate in the selection and use of channels to make the most effective use of them and reduce the possibility of inter ference.
• Eight GMRS channels are authorized for repeater operation*.
• You must obtain a license for a GMRS system. Application is made on FCC Form 605 or on line at http://www.fcc.qov/wtb/uls. As of January, 2001 the license fee is $85 for a 5-year term. Schedule F of the form permits immediate temporary operation during the application process. Form 605 and Form 159 remittance fee advice are available for downloading at http://www.fcc.gov/formpage.html. Applications may be mailed to Federal Communications Commission, Wireless Bureau Applications, PO Box 358245, Pitsburgh PA15251-5245.
• Call 1-800-418 FORM to have the forms mailed toyouor call 1-202-418-0177 from your fax machine to have them faxed to you on the FCC Fax-On-Demand system. For assistance completing the forms call 1-800-CALL-FCC.
  *Repeater use may require a subscription.

Features

• Li-Ion battery pack and stand-charger as standard accessories
• FM broadcasting 76.1-107.9MHz receiver built-in
• Sub-tone (CTCSS/DCS) Encode/ Decode and DTMF/ANI

Tested to comply MIL-STD-810G
Shock: Method 514.6/I,IV -Vibration: Method 516.6/I

Alert

Environment and condition of use

• Use of this product may be prohibited or illegal outside of your country. Be informed in advance when you travel.
• It is recommended that you check local traffic regulations regarding the use of a radio equipment while driving. Some countries prohibit or apply restrictions for the operation of radios and mobile- phones while driving.
• Do not use this product in close proximity to other electronic devices, especially medical ones. It may cause interference to those devices.
• Keep the radio out of the reach of children.
• In case a liquid leaks from the product, do not touch it. It may damage your skin.Rinse with plenty of cold water if the liquid contacted your skin.
• Never operate this product in facilities where radio products are prohibited for use such as aboard aircraft, in airports, in ports, within or near the operating area of business wireless stations or their relay stations.
• The manufacturer declines any responsibilities against loss of life and/or a property due to a failure of this product when used to perform important tasks like life-guarding, surveillance, and rescue.
• Do not use multiple radios in very close proximity. It may cause interference and/or damage to the product(s).
• Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with an incorrect type.
• The manufacturer declines any responsibilities against loss of life and property due to a failure of this product when used with or as a part of a device made by third parties.
• Use of third party accessory may result in damage to this product. It will void our warranty for repair.

Handling this product

• Be sure to reduce the audio output level to minimum before using an earphone or a headset. Excessive audio may damage hearing.
• Do not open the unit without permission or instruction from the manufacturer. Unauthorized modification or repair may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction and voids warranty.
• Do not operate this product in a wet place such as in a shower room. It may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction, This product is splash-proof but not a complete water-proof.
• Do not place the product in a container carrying conductive materials, such as water or metal in close proximity. A short-circuit to the product may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction.

About chargers

• Do not use adapters other than having the specified voltage. It may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction,Never turn on the radio while charging.
• Do not plug multiple devices using an adapter into a single wall outlet. It may result in overheating and/or fire.
• Do not handle adapter with a wet hand. It may result in electric shock.
• Securely plug the adapter into the wall outlet. Insecure installation may result in short-circuit, electronic shock and/or fire.
• Do not use the adapter if the plug or socket contacts are dirty. Overheating and/or short-circuiting may result in fire, electric shock and/or damage to the product.

In case of emergency
In case of the following situation(s), please turn off the product, switch off the source of power, then remove or unplug the power-cord. Please contact your local dealer of this product for service and assistance. Do not use the product until the trouble is resolved. Do not try to troubleshoot the problem by yourself.

• When a strange sound, smoke and/or strange odor comes out of the product.
• When the product is dropped or the case is broken or cracked.
• When a liquid penetrated inside.
• When a power cord (including DC cables, AC cables and adapters) is damaged
  For your safety, turn off then remove all related AC lines to the product and its accessories from the wall outlet if a thunderstorm is likely.

Maintenance

• Do not open the unit and its accessories. Please consult with your local dealer of this product for service and assistance

Environment and condition of use

• Do not use the product in proximity to a TV or a radio. It may cause interference or receive interference.
• Do not install in a humid, dusty or insufficiently ventilated place. It may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction.
• Do not install in an unstable or vibrating position. It may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction when/if the product falls to the ground.
• Do not install the product in proximity to a source of heat and humidity such as a heater or a stove. Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight.
• Be cautious of a dew formation. Please completely dry the product before use when it happens.
• Electronics devices suchs as solar panels and LED light bulbs may generate high levels of RF noise that may cause an interference. This is not a defect of receiver circuits of our product.
• Turn off the radio before entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere or blasting caps.
• Do not operate the radio, disassemble or charge the battery in the potentially flammable and explosive atmosphere ( such as gas station, coal gas station, etc).

About transceiver

• Be cautious of the whip antenna when carried in your shirt-pocket etc. It may make contact with your eye and cause injury.
• Do not connect devices other than specified ones to the jacks and ports on the product. It may result in damage to the devices.
• Turn off and remove the power source (AC cable, DC cable, battery, cigar cable, charger adapter etc.) from the product when the product is not in use for extended period of time or in case of maintenance.
• Never pull the cord alone when you unplug AC cable form the wall outlet.
• Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe off dirt and condensation from the surface of the product. Never use thinner or benzene for cleaning.
• Check with your local waste officials for details on recycling or proper disposal of the electronics product, battery-packs and accessories in your area.

PC PROGRAMMING

NOTE : The utility software may be available to distributors/dealers only. USB programming cable is required. The manufacturer will not release the software to unauthorized party so please contact your dealer for details.

STANDARD ACCESSORIES/OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Standard Accessories

NOTE : Accessories may differ depending on the version you have purchased. Please contact your local dealer for details of standard accessories and the warranty-policy before purchase.

BATTERY INFORMATION

Charging Operation

The battery is not charged at the factory, so please charge it before use. Charge the battery for the first time after purchase or extended storage (more than 2 months) may not bring the battery to its normal operating capacity. After repeating fully charge/ discharge cycle, the operating capacity will reach the best performance. The battery life is over when its operating time decreases even though it is fully and correctly charged, and it must be replace to new one.

Battery Charger Type
Please use Alinco’s designated charger, other models may cause explosion and injury. After installing the battery, when the radio displays low battery, please charge the battery.

Notice for Charging Battery

• Do not shortcircuit the charger. Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery, otherwise the warranty is void and you risk serious damage to yourself and properties.
• The ambient temperature should be between 5ºC and 40ºC in charging. Charging outside this range may not fully charge the battery.
• Always switch off the transceiver equipped with a battery before charging. Otherwise, it will interfere with correct charging.
• To avoid interfering the charging procedure, please do not cut off the power or take out the battery during charging.
• Do not recharge the battery if it is already fully charged. This may shorten the life of the battery.
• Do not charge the battery or transceiver when wet. Dry it before charging to avoid danger.

Caution

• Risk of explosion, generation of heat or leak of chemicals inside if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type or reverse polarity. Use always the recommended types of batteries in this manual only.
• The battery pack isn’t fully charged when shipped. It must be charged before use.
• Charging should be conducted in a temperature range of +5ºC to +40ºC (+41ºF to +104ºF).
• Don’t modify, dismantle, incinerate or immerse the battery pack in the water as this can be dangerous.
• Never short-circuit the battery pack terminals, as this can cause damage to the equipment or lead to heating of the battery which may cause burns.
• Unnecessary prolonged charging (overcharging) can deteriorate battery performance.
• The battery pack should be stored in a dry place where temperature is in -10ºC to +45ºC (+14ºF to +113ºF) range. Temperatures outside this range can cause the battery liquid to leak. Exposure to prolonged high humidity can cause corrosion of metal components.
• Battery-packs are a consuming part. When its operating time becomes considerably short after a normal charge, please consider that the pack is exhausted and replace it with a new one.
• The battery pack is recyclable.Check with your local waste officials for details on recycling options or proper disposal in your area.
• Use specified genuine chargers only to charge battery packs. Use of other chargers may cause damage to products, you and your property.
• Never carry battery packs together with conductive articles such as metals in a same bag to prevent from short-circuiting. Put the packs only in nylon bags to carry them safely.

IMPORTANT

Handling and storing information of batteries and battery packs.
Batteries contain flammable materials. Mishandling shall cause batteries to rupture producing extreme heat, fire, deteriorate or cause damages to you and your properties. Please care about the following information.

• Do not carry batteries in metal containers or in a bag containing objects such as metal tools, clips, screws, keys and jewelries.
• Do not carry batteries in wet conditions. Water is conductive and may cause short-circuit.
• The batteries must be packed in a dry nylon bag one by one when carried or stored to avoid short-circuit.
• Take batteries off of the transceiverbefore storing them for extended period of time. Store them in a dry, cool and dark place. Supplementary chargers is required from time to time and details are explained later in this manual.
• Please dispose of batteries according to your local regulations. When batteries are stored in a container for disposal, cover battery terminals with insulation tape to avoid short-circuit.

How to Charge the Battery Pack

1. Plug the AC adaptor into the AC outlet(100V-240V), then plug the cable of AC adaptor into the DC jack, the indicator lights RED on for 1 second then turns to GREEN on—waits to charge.
2. Slide the battery or transceiver with battery into the charger; make sure the battery terminals are in contact with the charging terminals. LED turns from GREEN to RED on—charging.
3. It takes about 4 hours to fully charge the battery, and LED turns to GREEN when the charge is complete.

Warning: Never charge while the radio is turned on. When turned on, the charger can’t detect the charging voltage properly and LED fails to indicate charge status correctly.

LED Indicator:

STATUS| self-examine

when power on

| (No battery)| Charge

normally

| Fully

Charged

| Trouble
---|---|---|---|---|---
LED| Red

(for 1 second)

| Green| Red| Green| Red blinks alternatively

NOTE:

• Trouble means battery heating, short-circuit or charger malfunction. Remove the battery pack from the charger immediately and contact to your local dealer for services.
• The max trickle pre-charging time is 30 minutes. In case the red indicator continues to blink longer, please stop charging and consult with your local dealer for services.
• It is known that Li-Ion battery packs heat up over 400℃ by itself when kept in a temperature of over 80℃ for extended period of time. Although the packs are protected against overheating with a protective circuit, never leave the battery packs in a car or similar locations in hot seasons.
• Li-ion packs may deteriorate by over 30% regardless of conditions after 3 years. This is a nature of Li-ion pack and not a defect of the product.
• The charger is to charge the battery pack only. It is not an AC adapter to operate the radio. Never attempt to transmit the radio with using the charger as it will cause the damage to the charger and a repair/replace may become necessary.
• The charge should be conducted in an ambient temperature with a minimum proper air-conditioning in an extremely hot or cold seasons.
• Try charging the battery pack only when having trouble charging with the radio.In case the radio may have troubles,the charge can’t be conducted properly.If the battery pack can be charged alone, please take the radio to your local dealer for services.

How to Store the Battery

1. The battery should be kept in the status of 50% discharge when storing.
2. Remove the battery pack from the radio and keep it in a cool, dry place.
3. Keep away from source of heat and direct sunlight.

Note : Incorrect storage will damage both the battery pack and the radio. Please always remove the battery pack from the radio when not in use.

INSTALLATION & CONNECTION

Installing / Removing the Li-ion Battery

1. Match the three grooves of the battery pack with the corresponding guides on the back of the transceiver, then push it.
2. Press the battery and transceiver firmly together until the release latch on the top of the transceiver locks. After hearing a“click”sounds, the battery has been locked.
3. To remove the battery, slide up the release latch and remove the pack away from the transceiver.

Installing / Removing the Belt Clip

1. Installing the Belt Clip:

2. Put the belt clip on the back of the unit, and the screw clockwise until it stops.

3. Confirm that the belt clip is securely attached.
   Tighten up the screw occasionally.

4. Removing the Belt Clip:

5. Turn the screw counter-clockwise to remove the belt clip.

6. Caution: Use the screws of specified size only. Others may cause damage to the product. (screws size PM Φ 2.5mm x 3mm)

Accessories

• Open the jack cover and insert the accessory plug into the jack,as shown.
• When the accessory is not used, please be sure to close the cover securely.

NOTE:

1. If you wear the earphones or earphone/microphone in a place where static electricity tends to accumulate or in your clothes, you may feel a static shock in your ears. It’s the same shock you feel when you touch a doorknob, and it’s not an abnormality such as a short circuit.
2. Be careful when using a stereo mini plug for the accessory port, as it can easily break

NOTE:

1. To keep the radio dust and splash resistant, the cover must be closed properly with the original supplied cover.
2. The radio is not dust and splash resistant while using the optional accessory risking that the water may penetrate inside through the plug.

Installing the Hand Strap
Attach the hand strap as shown.

GETTING ACQUAINTED

LCD Display
Following are the meaning of the icons and signs shown on the display. Some icons may not appear while operating this product due to pre-programming status by your dealer.

Front Panel

Side Panel

BASIC OPERATIONS

Power On and off

Adjusting Audio output Level

Press PF2 key to monitor white noise to refer to the current audio level. Turn【POWER】/【VOLUME】clockwise to increase the audio level, counterclockwise to decrease.

CAUTION:
NEVER USE EARPHONE while adjusting audio level. The max audio output is 1W, and it’s loud enough to hurt your eardrums. You may feel a static shock when wearing an earphone in a dry atomosphere but it’s not a defect of product but a cause of nature.It is the same shock you feel typically when opening a door of a car in certain conditions.

Emergency Alarm Function

While Stand-by state, press this key for 3 seconds to enable the emergency alarm function. When activated the function, the radio will sound an alarm beep and start transmitting the alarm beep.

• Adjusting Channel
  • Press key/ key to choose the desired channel. Press key once to enter the downward channel while press key to enter the upward channel.
• Side Key【PF1】(Jacklight Switch)
  • Long press this key to switch on or off the jacklight.
• Side Key【PF2】(Keypad lock)
  • Long press this key to start keypad lock function. Repeat to cancel the key lock function.
• Squelch Off
  • Press the【PF2】 key, squelch opens and the background noise is heard. Press this key again, it beeps twice, and the squelch closes. By using this function you can monitor weaker signals

Receiving

Select the channel that you wish to operate. When a signal is received on the channel that you selected, and S-meter is displayed on the LCD, then the received signal can be heard. The RX indicator also lights green at this time.
NOTE : Please be aware of the squelch level and selective-calling settings such as CTCSS and DCS as you may risk not hearing the receiving signal

Transmitting

1. Select the channel by using the keypad.
2. Press the【PTT】key. The red TX indicator turns on while transmitting.
3. While holding down the【PTT】key, speak into the unit at normal voice from the distance of 5cm (2″).
4. Release the【PTT】key to receive.
   Before transmitting, it is recommended to monitor the channel you are going to use to ensure it is not busy by pressing and holding【PF2】key.

Resetting

When you reset the unit, all settings are returned to the initial factory settings. The reset deletes the programmed memory channels also.

1. Turn on the unit with the【PF1】and【P2】keys pressed together.
2. All the icons appear on the display.
3. Release the keys.

NOTE : THE RESET DELETES ALL THE MEMORIES.
Please take notes of the important data and keep it for future reference

KEY ASSIGNMENT

group.
Emergency| Emergency alarm function.

Monitor

| Under the standby conditions. pressing and releasing the programmed key. it beeps and enters the monitor state. While in Monitoritignores CTCSS/DCS decode and enables monitoring all incoming signals. Press this key again, it beeps twice and exits the monitor state.
Scan| Scan function is to automatically search the busy channels.
Adjust squelch level| Select squelch level.
Reverse| Frequency Reverse. In this condition, the current receiving frequnecy is switched to the transmitting channel’s, and the CTCSS or DCS encode/decode setting will be interchanged.

Talk Around

| In case of semi-duplex channels. it will transmit on receiving frequency and CTCSS/DCS encode/decode setting will be reversed. This ables the user to talk to other users without using the repeater.
Key Lock| If activate key lock, keypad is locked.
Compandar| This feature reduces the back-ground noise and enhances audio clarity.
Instantneuously Squelch off| Squelch opens and the background noise is heard. Press this key again, it beeps twice, and the squelch closes. By using this function you can monitor weaker signals.
CTCSS/DCS SEL| Select CTCSS/DCS.
Color Setting| Select color setting.
NAME| FUNCTION
---|---
VOX Sensitivity

Level

| When this function is on. the transmitting can be started by voice, no need to press [PTT] key.
VOX Delay time| If transceiver returns to receive mode instantly after VOX calling, it may cause calling voice

missing. To avoid this problem, user can set a suitable delay time.

Battery power indicator| Under the standby conditions, pressing the programmed key, it will display the current battery level.
DIRECT CH1| Jump to CH1.
DIRECT CH2| Jump to CH2.
CALL List| Display cal list.
FM Radio| Activate FM broadcasting.
Scan Add and Del| Users can choose whether to set current channel as Scan Stop/Skip.
Lighting| Lit LED light on the top of radio.
Backlight Setting| Select Backlight setting.
Languge Setting| Select language setting.
 |

ADVANCED OPERATIONS

• Call
  Under the standby conditions, press the programmed key to transmit the prestored and selected DTMF signaling. ※Set DTMF CALL Signal to use Call function.

• Emergency
  Under the standby conditions press the proqrammed key to transmit the prestored and selected DTMF signaling.

• Monitor
  Under the standby conditions, pressing and releasing the programmed key, it beeps and enters the monitor state. While in Monitor, it ignores CTCSS/DCS decode and enables monitoring all incoming signals. Press this key again, it beeps twice and exits the monitor state.

• Adiustment Squelch Level
  Under the standby conditions, pressing and holding the programmed key, it will set the squelch and displays the level.

• Reverse
  Under the standby conditions, pressing the programmed key, it can select and activates Freauency Reverse. In this condition, the current receiving freaunecy is switched to the transmitting channel’s, and the CTCSS or DCS encode/decode setting will be interchanged.
  Pressing this key again, it beeps twice and exits reverse function. This is to monitor other stations without using repeaters.

• Talk Around
  Under the standby conditions, pressing the programmed key, it beeps and activates TalkAround. In case of semi-duplex channels, it will transmit on receiving frecuency and CTCSS/DCS encode/decode setting will be reversed. This ables the user to talk to other users without using the repeater. Press the key again, it beeps twice and Talk-around is deactivated.
  Note : Under the talk around state, the transceiver can not communicate with other transceivers through repeaters.

• Key Lock
  Under the standby conditions, pressing and holding the proarammed key, it beeps and enters the Key Lock state. While in key lock, it can use only PTT key.
  Press this key again, it beeps and exits the keylock state.

• Tx Power Switch
  Under the standby conditions, pressing the programmed key, it beeps and will change the output power setting of the selected channel.

• Instantaneously Squelch Off
  Pressing and holding the proarammed key. squelch opens and the backaround noise is heard. Release this key again, it beeps twice, and the squelch closes. By using this function you can monitor weaker signals.

• VOX Sensitivity Level
  Under the standby conditions, pressing the programmed key, it beeps and enters the VOX sensitivity level select state.

• VOX Delay Time
  Under the standby conditions, pressing the programmed key, it beeps and enters the vox delay time select state.

• Battery Power Indicator
  Under the standby conditions, pressing the programmed key, battery capacity shows on display.

• Direct CH1
  Under the standby conditions pressing the programmed key, move channel to Direct CH1.

• Direct CH2
  Under the standby conditions, pressing the programmed key, move channel to Direct CH2.

• Call List
  Under the standby conditions pressing the programmed key, it can show call list on display. Program the DTMF auto-dialer group in advance to activate this feature.

• Scan Add and Del
  Under the standby conditions, pressing the programmed key, it can select to add or delete from scan group.

• Lighting
  Under the standby conditions, pressing the programmed key, it lits jacklight.

• Backlight Settiing
  Under the standby conditions, pressing the programmed key, it beeps and enters the backlight setting state. While in backlight setting state, it can select backlight level.
  Press this key again, it beeps twice and exits the backlight settiing state.

• Language Setting
  Under the standby conditions, pressing the programmed key, it beeps and enters the language setting state. While in language setting state, it can select language.
  Press this key again, it beeps twice and exits the language settiing state.

• Color Setting
  Under the standby conditions, pressing the proqrammed key, it beeps and enters the color setting state. While in color setting state, it can select the color of display.
  Press this key again, it beeps twice and exits the color settiing state.

P1 KEY OPERATIONS

Tone Squelch / DCS Squelch (Sub tone CTCSS / DCS) Encode/Decode Tones Synchronized Setup

• Short press【P1】key to choose the desired CTCSS / DCS encode tone.
• Available CTCSS tones: 67Hz- 254.1Hz, 50 tones in total, Deafault is OFF.
• DCS: 017N-765I, 232 codes, “N” stands for positive, “I” stands for inverse codes. Default is OFF. Press【PF2】key to confirm and exit.

Scan

• Long press [P1] key to start scan function.
• A beep sounds and starts scanning. It scans channels in scan list one by one.
• When one channel receives a matching signal, the transceiver will temporarily stay in this channel till the signal disappears. Long pressing the key again, it beeps twice, and stops scanning and returns to the channel pre-programmed as “return-channel”.

Turn On/ Off FM Radio Receiver

• Short pressing【P2】key, FM Radio is enabled.
• LCD displays ‘FM’ and starts receiving FM broadcasting frequency. Repeat the operations to turn off.
• While listening to the FM broadcasting, press key or key to start scanning. When a signal is received, LCD displays current frequency and stops scanning.

Squelch Level

• Squelch is a function that eliminates the noise when no signals are being received.
• Setting the higher squelch level allows you to monitor only stronger signals.
• Usually start from level zero (the squelch is open and hear the noise), increasing the level and when the noise is gone, set just 1 level higher than the current level. For example the noise is cut at level 3, set the level to 4 and exit.
• Long press【P2】key then press key or key to choose the parameter, that is from 00 to 09 in 10 levels.
• Press【PF2】key to confirm and exit

Tone Burst

Press and hold【PTT】key, then press【PF1】key to transmit selected tone burst frequency. The tone burst frequency can be set to 1000Hz / 1450Hz/1750Hz / 2100Hz by PC software.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

• EBC-34 Belt Clip
• EBP-87 Li-ion Battery Pack (DC 7.4V 1500mAh)
• EBP-88 Li-ion Battery Pack (DC 7.4V 1700mAh)
• EDC-189 Li-ion Battery Charger
• EDC-191T AC Adapter (AC120V)
• EME-56A Earphone Microphone
• EMS-76 Speaker microphone

Recommended Installation Of Earphone Microphone

AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS STARTING TAKES

• Key Programming
  The【PF1】, 【PF2】,【P1】and【P2】keys are programmable.
  NOTE : The keys can be programmed of long press and short press, if the program of short press, the function will be activated when press the programmed key, if the program of the long press, the function will be activated when pressing and holding the key for the programmed time

DEFAULT SETTING

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

General|  | Audio Response| +1~-3dB(0.3~2.55KHz)|
---|---|---|---|---
Frequency Range| 462.5500-462.7250, 462.5625-462.7125MHz

467.5500-467.7250, 467.5625-467.7125MHz

| Hum & Noise| ≥45dB|
Audio Distortion| ≤5%|
Channel Capacity| 128 channels|
Audio Power Output| 1000mW/10%|
Operating Voltage| 7.4V DC ±20%|
Battery Life| More than 14 Hours (1800mAh), by

5-5-90 work cycle

| |
 | Transmitting Part|
Frequency Stability| ±2.5ppm|
Power Output| 36.66dBm/28.45dBm|
Temperature range| Operating:-10~+45°C(+14~113°F) / Charging:+5~+40°C(+41~104°F)|
Modulation| 8K50F3E (FM)|
Adjacent Channel Power| ≥65B|
Size| 240×56×30mm (with battery pack,

antenna)

|
Hum & Noise| ≥36dB|
Weight| 240 g (with battery pack, antenna)|
Spurious Emission| ≤-36dB|
 |
Audio Response| +1~-3dB

(0.3~2.25KHz)

|
Receiving Part(ETSI EN 300 086 Standard Test)|  |
Sensitivity(12dB SINAD)| ≤0.35μV|
Audio Distortion| ≤5%|
 |
Adjacent Channel Selectivity| ≥60dB|
Intermodulation| ≥60dB|
Spurious Rejection| ≥70dB|
Problem| Corrective Action
---|---

No power

| A. The battery may be exhausting. Recharge or replace the battery.

B.The battery may not be installed correctly. Remove the battery and install it again.

C. The power switch is broken; send it to local dealers to repair.

D. Battery life is end; contact to local dealers to replace.

Battery power dies shortly after charging.| The battery is exhausted. Replace the battery pack with a new one.
All band noisy after programmed| Adjust squelch level.
No sound when using earphone.| Earphone or the jack is broken. Please contact with local dealers for inspection.
Communication distance becomes short, and Low sensitivity| A.Check whether the antenna is in good conduction and the antenna base do not come adrift.

B. Antenna may be broken. Consult your local dealer for services.

Cannot talk or hear other members in your group| A.Different channel, please change it.

B.Different CTCSS / DCS /DTMF, please reset it. C.Out of communication range.

Can not power on or frequent power off| Check if the battery pack is securely attached.
The receiving sound level is low or intermittent| Consult with local dealers for inspection.
---|---

Receiving signal is intermittent.

| A. Out of communication range or obstruct by walls, buildings etc. Change position to transmit.

B. 4Internal components may be in trouble, please contact with

local dealers to repair.

Loudspeaker sounds lower or with dry noise after certain

time of usage.(Speaker magnet

attracts iron powders)

|

Check whether the loudspeaker is broken, Iron powder or dusts is in the loudspeaker. Please contact with local dealers to repair.

Receive voice from the other parties and can not transmit| Interference is being received. BCLO activated.

Receiving indicator with green light but no sound

| A. Low volume, increase the audio level.

B. Volume switch or loudspeaker is broken, please contact with local dealers to repair.

C. Earphone jack is broken, please contact with local dealers to

repair.

NOTE : Alinco guarantees the supply of minimum-necessary spare parts such as battery packs, components and mechanical parts for at least 5 years after the production of this product is terminated except in case of accidents beyond control.

ATTACHED CHART

Channel Frequency Chart

NO.| RX Frequency| TX Frequency| Channel

Name

| NO.| RX Frequency| TX Frequency| Channel

Name

---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
1| 462.56250| 462.56250| CH 001| 17| 462.60000| 462.60000| CH 017
2| 462.58750| 462.58750| CH 002| 18| 462.62500| 462.62500| CH 018
3| 462.61250| 462.61250| CH 003| 19| 462.65000| 462.65000| CH 019
4| 462.63750| 462.63750| CH 004| 20| 462.67500| 462.67500| CH 020
5| 462.66250| 462.66250| CH 005| 21| 462.70000| 462.70000| CH 021
6| 462.68750| 462.68750| CH 006| 22| 462.72500| 462.72500| CH 022
7| 462.71250| 462.71250| CH 007| 23| 462.55000| 467.55000| RP 015
8| 467.56250| 467.56250| CH 008| 24| 462.57500| 467.57500| RP 016
9| 467.58750| 467.58750| CH 009| 25| 462.60000| 467.60000| RP 017
10| 467.61250| 467.61250| CH 010| 26| 462.62500| 467.62500| RP 018
11| 467.63750| 467.63750| CH 011| 27| 462.65000| 467.65000| RP 019
12| 467.66250| 467.66250| CH 012| 28| 462.67500| 467.67500| RP 020
13| 467.68750| 467.68750| CH 013| 29| 462.70000| 467.70000| RP 021
14| 467.71250| 467.71250| CH 014| 30| 462.72500| 467.72500| RP 022
15| 462.55000| 462.55000| CH 015|  |  |  |
16| 462.57500| 462.57500| CH 016|  |  |  |

CTCSS Frequency Chart

1024 groups DCS Frequency Chart

ATTACHED CHART

Alinco Incorporated, Electronics Division
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Phone : +81-6-7636-2362 Fax: +81-6-6208-3802
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