PRESIDENT ELECTRONICS v0.24 Ham Radio CB Radio

Product Information

Specifications:

• Brand: President
• Model: Washington
• Usage: Ham Radio Transceiver

Product Usage Instructions

Installation:

1. WHERE AND HOW TO MOUNT YOUR MOBILE RADIO:

   • Choose a well-ventilated place that is practical and does not
     interfere with the driver or passengers.

   • Provide for the passing and protection of wires.

   • Place the microphone support within reach of the driver without interfering with vehicle controls.

2. ANTENNA INSTALLATION:

   • Choose an appropriate antenna length for optimal performance.
   • Ensure good contact between the antenna and ground plane without pinching or flattening the coaxial cable.
   • Connect the antenna securely.

3. POWER CONNECTION:

   • Connect the red wire (+) to the positive terminal and the black wire (-) to the negative terminal of the battery.
   • Connect the power cable to the transceiver radio.
   • Do not replace the original fuse with a different value.

How to Use Your Transceiver:

Refer to the user manual for detailed instructions on using your President Washington Ham Radio transceiver.

Functions with the PTT Switch:

Explore the various functions available with the PTT switch on your transceiver. Refer to the manual for specific details.

Menu:

Access and navigate through the menu options on your transceiver using the provided instructions in the user manual.

FAQs

• Q: How can I troubleshoot issues with my President Washington Ham Radio?
  • A: Refer to the troubleshooting section in the user manual for guidance on resolving common issues.
• Q: What are the technical characteristics of the Washington transceiver?
  • A: The technical characteristics are detailed in the manual, providing information on specifications, features, and capabilities of the product.

WASHINGTON
HAM RADIO
Owner’s manual

Your PRESIDENT WASHINGTON at a glance

Your PRESIDENT WASHINGTON is equipped with the APM (Automatic Power Management) system, an advanced thermal management system designed to maintain optimal performance even in variable temperature conditions. The system continuously monitors the internal temperature of your radio station. In case of temperature increase, if you have connected fans (optional), they can automatically start to cool the radio station. If necessary, the power of your station is automatically adjusted to reduce generated heat. Additionally, you can customize thermal protection settings by setting your own temperature threshold for fan activation, if desired. This combination of options ensures efficient thermal management, guaranteeing the durability and reliability of your radio station in all usage conditions.

Parts marked with only concern USA and parts marked with only concern EU.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. AVERTISSEMENT : Ce produit peut vous exposer à des agents chimiques, y compris le plomb, identifiés par l’État de Californie comme pouvant causer le cancer et des malformations congénitales ou autres effets nocifs sur la reproduction. Pour de plus amples informations, prière de consulter le site www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING !
· The use of this equipment involves the possession of a Radio Amateur license · Before using, be careful never to transmit without first having connected the antenna (connection “B” situated on the back panel of the equipment) or without having set the SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) ! Failure to do so may result in destruction of the power amplifier, which is not covered by the warranty.
The warranty of this transceiver is valid only in the country of purchase.
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Welcome to the world of the new generation of radios. The new PRESIDENT range gives you access to top performance transceiver equipment. With the use of up- to-date technology, which guarantees unprecedented quality, your PRESIDENT WASHINGTON is a new step in personal communication and is the surest choice for the most demanding of professional radio users. To ensure that you make the most of all its capacities, we advise you to read carefully this manual before installing and using your PRESIDENT WASHINGTON.

INSTALLATION

1. WHERE AND HOW TO MOUNT YOUR MOBILE RADIO
   a) You should choose a well ventilated place most appropriate setting from a simple and practical point of view.
   b) Your radio should not interfere with the driver or the passengers. c) Remember to provide for the passing and protection of different wires
   (e.g. power, antenna, accessory cabling) so that they do not in any way interfere with the driving of the vehicle. d) To install your equipment, use the cradle (1) and the self-tapping screws (2) provided (drilling diameter 3.2 mm). Take care not to damage the vehicle’s electrical system while drilling the dash board. e) Do not forget to insert the rubber joints (3) between the radio and its support as these have a shock-absorbing effect which permits gentle orientation and tightening of the set.
   f) Choose where to place the microphone support and remember that the microphone cord must stretch to the driver without interfering with the controls of the vehicle..

2. ANTENNA INSTALLATION
   a) Choosing your antenna
   – For radios, the longer the antenna, the better its results. Your dealer will be able to help you with your choice of antenna.
   b) Mobile antenna
   – Must be fixed to the vehicle where there is a maximum of metallic surface (ground plane), away from windscreen mountings.
   – If you already have a radio-telephone antenna installed, the transceiver antenna should be higher than this.
   – There are two types of antenna: pre-regulated which should be used on a good ground plane (e.g. car roof or lid of the boot), and adjustable which offer a much larger range and can be used on a smaller ground plane (see § HOW TO ADJUST SWR, below).
   – For an antenna which must be fixed by drilling, you will need a good contact between the antenna and the ground plane. To obtain this, you should lightly scratch the surface where the screw and tightening star are to be placed.

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– Be careful not to pinch or flatten the coaxial cable (as this runs the risk of break down and/or short-circuiting).
– Connect the antenna (B). c) Fixed antenna – A fixed antenna should be installed in as clear space as possible. If it is fixed
to a mast, it will perhaps be necessary to stay it, according to the laws in
OUTPUT RADIUS PATTERN
force (you should seek professional advice). All PRESIDENT antennas and accessories are designed to give maximum efficiency to each radio within the range.
3) POWER CONNECTION
Your PRESIDENT WASHINGTON is protected against an inversion of polarities. However, before switching it on, you are advised to check all the connections. Your equipment must be supplied with a continued current of 12 volts (A). Today, most cars and lorries are negative earth. You can check this by making sure that the negative terminal of the battery is connected either to the engine block or to the chassis. If this is not the case, you should consult your dealer. WARNING: Lorries generally have two batteries and an electrical installation of 24 volts, in which case it will be necessary to insert a 24/12 volt converter (type CV 24/12 PRESIDENT) into the electrical circuit. The following connection steps should be carried out with the power cable disconnected from the set. a) Check that the battery is of 12 volts. b) Locate the positive and negative terminals of the battery (+ is red and – is black). Should it be necessary to lengthen the power cable, you should use the same or a superior type of cable. c) It is necessary to connect your transceiver to a permanent (+) and (-). We advise you to connect the power cable directly to the battery (as the connection of the transceiver cable to the wiring of the car-radio or other

parts of the electrical circuit may, in some cases, increase the likelihood of interference). d) Connect the red wire (+) to the positive terminal of the battery and the black (-) wire to the negative terminal of the battery. e) Connect the power cable to your transceiver radio.
WARNING: Never replace the original fuse by one of a different value.
4) BASIC OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BEFORE USING YOUR SET FOR THE FIRST TIME (without transmitting and without using the “push-to-talk” switch on the microphone)
a) Connect the microphone. b) Check the antenna connections. c) Turn the set on by turning the VOL knob (1) clockwise. d) Turn the squelch SQ knob (2) to minimum M. e) Adjust the volume to a comfortable level. f) Go to channel 20 by using the CH rotary knob (4) or UP/DN keys (19) on the
microphone.
5) HOW TO ADJUST SWR (Standing Wave Ratio)
Warning: This must be carried out when you use your radio for the first time and whenever you re-position your antenna. This adjustment must be carried out in an obstacle-free area.

• Adjustment with internal SWR-meter
  See function SWR CALIBRATION page 15.
• Adjustment with external SWR-meter (e.g. TOS-1 PRESIDENT)
  a) To connect the SWR meter :
  – Connect the SWR meter between the transceiver and the antenna as close as possible to the radio (use a maximum of 40 cm cable, type President CA 2C).
  b) To adjust the SWR meter:
  – In AM or FM, using the rotary knob CH (4) or pressing the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone, position the device in the middle of the band (it is advisable to verify the values obtained on external frequencies).
  – Put the switch on the SWR-meter to position FWD (calibration).

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– Press the PTT “push-to-talk” switch (18) on the microphone to transmit. – Bring the index needle to by using the calibration key. – Change the switch to position REF (reading of the SWR level). The reading on
the Meter should be as near as possible to 1. If this is not the case, readjust your antenna to obtain a reading as close as possible to 1. (A SWR reading between 1 and 1.8 is acceptable). – It will be necessary to recalibrate the SWR meter after each adjustment of the antenna.
WARNING: In order to avoid any losses and attenuations in cables used for connection between the radio and its accessories, PRESIDENT recommends to use a cable with a length inferior to 3 m.
Your transceiver is now ready for use.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRANSCEIVER

1. ON/OFF ~ VOLUME
   Turn on : turn VOL knob (1) clockwise. If the function KEY BEEP is active (see menu KEY BEEP page 12), the radio emits a beep. The radio is “on”.
   Display briefly shows the microphone type (consult the MICROPHONE TYPE menu page 14).
   Turn Off : turn VOL knob (1) counterclockwise until radio emits click sound. Your radio is “off”.
   Volume Adjustment: rotate VOL knob (1) clockwise to increase the volume. Turn the same knob counterclockwise to reduce the sound level.

2. ASC (Automatic Squelch Control) / SQUELCH
   Suppresses undesirable background noises when there is no communication. Squelch does not affect neither sound or transmission power, but allows a considerable improvement in listening comfort.

a) ASC: AUTOMATIC SQUELCH CONTROL

Worldwide patent, a PRESIDENT exclusivity.

Turn the SQ knob (2) anti-clockwise into ASC position.

appears on LCD.

No repetitive manual adjustment and a permanent improvement between

the sensitivity and the listening comfort when ASC is active. This function can

be disconnected by turning the switch clockwise. In this case the squelch

adjustment becomes manual again.

disappears from LCD.

b) MANUAL SQUELCH Turn the SQ knob (2) clockwise to the exact point where all background

noise disappears. This adjustment should be done with precision as, if set to maximum (fully clockwise), only the strongest signals will be received.
3) LCD
It shows all functions:
The main bargraph shows the reception level and the output power level. The small bargraphs show Mic Gain, RF Gain and RF Power levels.
4) CHANNEL SELECTOR ~ RF POWER CHANNEL SELECTOR
– Turn the rotary CH knob (4) to move up or down a channel. A beep sound is emitted each time the channel is changed if the KEY BEEP function is activated (see KEY BEEP function on page 13). See § UP/DN BUTTONS ON MICROPHONE page 11. The display shows the corresponding frequency.
– A long press (3 seconds) on this button (4) allows entering the MENU. – A short press on this button (4) validates the settings in the MENU.
RF POWER (combination 18 + 4)
In TX mode, increase/decrease the output power. – Press and hold the PTT switch (18). – Press CH (4) buttons. «RF POWER» is displayed. – Turn the rotary CH knob (4) to adjust the level using the bargraph.
5) MODE ~ PA ~ M1
MODE (short press)
This switch allows selecting the modulation mode AM, FM, USB, LSB; Your modulation mode has to correspond to the one of your correspondent. – Amplitude Modulation / AM: communication on a field with relief and obstacles at middle distance (the most used). – Frequency Modulation / FM: for nearby communications on a flat open field.

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– Upper and Lower Side Band/ USB-LSB: used for long distance communications (according to the propagation conditions)
PA (Public Address) (long press)
An external loudspeaker can be connected to the unit by the PA jack plug located on the back panel PA.SP. (D). Turn the VOL knob (1) to adjust the PA volume. Long press MODE key (5) to alternate between RADIO and PA mode.
For details on operating in PA mode, consult the PA SETTING menu page 14.
M1
See § MEMORY page 8
6) MEMORY ~ CTCSS/DCS ~ M2
MEMORY (short press)
This radio allows you to memorize 4 channels with the following attributes.
To store into memory: – Select the channel and its attributes. – Press the MEM key (6) for one second. If the KEY BEEP function is active, a
beep sounds. “MEM” flashes. – Press for one second one of the keys M1 (5), M2 (6), M3 (7) or M4 (8) to
memorize. “MEM” appears in the display and the number of the selected memory (M1, M2, M3 or M4) flashes. – If the KEY BEEP function is active, a long beep confirms the success of the operation.
To call a memory: – Press the MEM key (6) for one second. If the KEY BEEP function is active, a
beep sounds. “MEM” flashes. – Briefly press one of the M1 (5), M2 (6), M3 (7) or M4 (8) keys to display the
selected memory. – “MEM” is displayed, the number of the selected memory (M1, M2, M3 or
M4) flashes.
CTCSS/DCS
For simplicity, in this manual we will speak of CTCSS/DCS code to indicate both a CTCSS tone and a DCS code, of GENRE to indicate the kind of code (CTCSS, DCS or OFF = no code). TYPE indicates whether this is a TX

transmission or an RX reception and MODE specifies the operating mode, Identical Id or different DF. Consult the CODE SET menu page 15.
See list of codes on pages 25. Note: Codes can only be used in FM. Each channel can have its own code. – Press for one second one of the MEM key (6) to activate/deactivate the CTCSS/DCS function.
Activation If a CTCSS/DCS code has been stored, it becomes active, “CTCSS” or “DCS” icon is displayed on the screen. In MODE Id, if no CTCSS/DCS code has been stored, the device emits an error beep. Go to the CODE SET menu to store a CTCSS/DCS code. In DF MODE, if no CTCSS/DCS code has been stored in either TYPE TX or TYPE RX, the device emits an error beep. Go to the CODE SET menu to store the CTCSS/DCS codes.
Deactivation If a CTCSS/DCS code has been stored and “CTCSS” or “DCS” is displayed on the screen, a long press on the MEM key (6) deactivates the stored code, “CTCSS” or “DCS” disappears, a deactivation beep sounds. The memorized CTCSS/DCS code is kept in memory but no longer functions.
M2
See § MEMORY page 8
7) SCAN ~ DW ~ SKIP ~ M3
SCAN (short press)
Press the SCAN/DW key (7) to activate the SCAN function in ascending order. “SCAN” is displayed. The scanning stops as a channel is active. The scanning automatically starts 3 seconds after the end of the transmission and no key is activated. In SCANNING mode, turn the rotary CH knob (4) or use the UP/DN buttons (19) on the microphone to change scan direction. (see § SKIP below) Press the PTT switch (18) or the SCAN key (7) to exit the SCAN function.
DW (long press)
Long press the SCAN key (7) activates the DW (Dual Watch) function. “DW” is displayed. This function allows you to watch two channels..

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A new short press SCAN key (7) deactivates the DW function. “DW” disappears from the display.
SKIP (long press only if the SCAN function is activated)
This function allows you to skip a channel found by the SCAN function. When the scan stops on an unwanted channel, press and hold the SCAN key (7) for 1 second to store this channel in the SCAN SKIP memory. A beep sounds. The channel will no longer be scanned. See the § SCAN above.
Consult the SCAN SKIP menu page 14 and the RESET menu page 19.
M3
See § MEMORY page 8
8) ANL/NB ~ HI-CUT ~ M4 ANL/NB (short press)
Short press the ANL/NB key (8) to activate/deactivate the filters in this order:
The activated filter is shown on the display. ANL – Automatic Noise Limiter: This filter allows the reduction of background noises and some reception interferences. In AM mode only. NB – Noise Blanker: This filter allows the reduction of back ground noise, and some reception interference.
HI-CUT (long press)
Long press the HI-CUT key (8) to activate/deactivate the HI-CUT filter. “HICUT” appears on the display when the filter is active. Hi-Cut: Eliminates high frequency interferences. Has to be used in accordance with the reception conditions.
M4
See § MEMORY page 8
9) EMERGENCY CHANNELS ~ RF GAIN ~ MIC GAIN
EMERGENCY CHANNELS (short press)
Emergency channels will be automatically selected by pressing the EMG key (9). First press : emergency channel 1 is activated. Second press: emergency channel 2 is activated. Third press: return to the current channel. “EMG” appears on the display when an emergency channel is activated.

RF GAIN (long press)
Setting the reception sensitivity. Maximum position in the case of longdistance call reception. You can decrease the RF GAIN, to avoid distortions, when the interlocutor is near. Reduce the gain on reception in the case of a close communication with a correspondent not equipped with a RF POWER. – Long press the RF GAIN/MIC GAIN key (9). “RF GAIN” is displayed. – Turn the rotary CH knob (54) to adjust the level 01 to 10 or using the bargraph.
The normal position of this function is at maximum level. The bargraph of the RF GAIN will always be displayed in reception.
MIC GAIN (combination 18 + 9)
Adjust the microphone sensitivity level. – Press and hold the PTT switch (18) – Press the RF GAIN/MIC GAIN key (9). “MIC GAIN” is displayed. – Turn the rotary CH knob (4) to adjust the level 01 to 10 or using the bargraph.
The normal position of this function is at maximum level. MIC GAIN bargrah will be displayed on transmission.
10) BAND ~ CALL
BAND (short press)
Press the BAND key (9) for a fast 200 kHz jump in the segments A / B / C / D / E / F / G / H / I / J
Consult BAND NAME menu page 18.
CALL (combination 18 + 10)
Press and hold the PTT switch (18). Press the CALL key (10) to send a preset call melody. «TX» is displayed. Consult CALL SET menu page 17. Consult MESSAGE menu page 17.
11) VOX ~ NOISE GATE ~ VOX SETTING
VOX (short press)
The VOX function allows transmitting by speaking into the original microphone (or in the optional vox microphone) without pressing the PTT switch (18). The use of an optional vox microphone connected to the rear panel of the transceiver (E) disables the original microphone. Short press the VOX key (11) in order to activate the VOX function. “VOX”

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appears on the display. Short press again the VOX key (11) to disable the function. “VOX” disappears.

NOISE GATE (combination 14 + 11)
– Short press the F key (14). appears on the display, – Short press the VOX key (11) to activate (On) or deactivate (OF) the NOISE
GATE. ” ” is displayed when the function is active.
Noise Gate: Prevents amplification of background noise. This results in optimized signal levels.

VOX SETTING (long press)

1. Long press the VOX key (11) to enter the VOX SETTING. “VOX” blinks, the

current setting and its value appear on the display. Three parameters allow

to adjtust the VOX: Sensitivity

/ Anti-vox level

/ Vox delay

time

.

2a. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone

to modify the current parameter then, press the F key (14) to select next

parameter or….

2b. Press first the F key (14) to select another the parameter and then turn the

CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to modify

the current parameter.

3. When all adjustments are done, press PTT switch (18) to store and

exit. If the KEY BEEP function is activated, a long beep sounds to confirm

the success of the operation (consul the KEY BEEP menu page 12).

4. If no key is pressed for 10 seconds, the unit automatically exits the function VOX SETTING without save.

– Sensitivity

: allows the adjustment of the microphone (original one

or optional vox) for an optimum transmission quality. Adjustable level from1

(high level) to 9 (low level). Default value: 5.

– Anti-Vox

: allows disabling the transmission generated by the sur-

rounding noise. The level is adjustable. 0F (according the squelch level)

and from 0 (without anti-vox) to 9 (low level). Default value: 0F.

– Delay time

: allows avoiding the sudden cut of the transmission by

adding a delay at the end of speaking. The level is adjustable from 1 (short

delay) to 9 (long delay). Default value: 1.

VOX SETTING doesn’t activate the VOX function.

12. RX/TX (short press)
    This function is only active in USB / LSB mode, and allows you to define how the CLARIFIER acts.

– Press the RX/TX button (12) to activate/deactivate the CLARIFIER in this order : 1- CLARIFIER in RX LED is green (default) 2- CLARIFIER in TX LED is red 3- CLARIFIER in RX + TX LED is orange
13) TALKBACK ~ ECHO
TALKBACK (short press)
This function allows you to hear your own modulation in the internal or external speaker connected to the EXT.SP jack (C). Short press the TB key (13) to activate /deactivate the TALKBACK function. When the function is active, the LED is red. See § TALKBACK LEVEL page 11.
ECHO (long press)
Long Press TB (13) key to activate/deactivate the ECHO function. The LED is green. Consult ECHO LEVEL and ECHO DELAY menu page 16
14) F ~ LOCK F (short press)
Allows to set/validate functions (see for example § NOISE GATE page 9). This key pressed alone don’t have any use. See § NOISE GATE page 9.
LOCK (long press)
Long press F (14) keys to activate/deactivate the KEY LOCK function. When the function is active, ” ” appears on the display.
15) NRC ~ SPLIT
NRC (short press)
This switchable filter can be used to improve reception and transmission modes.. – Press the NRC key (12) to activate/deactivate the NRC in this order:
1- NRC RX LED is green 2- NRC TX LED is red

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3- NRC RX + TX LED is orange 4- NRC Off LED is off. See NRC SET menu page 15.

20. 6 PIN MICROPHONE PLUG
    The plug is located on the front panel of the transceiver and makes the setting of the equipment into the dashboard easier.

SPLIT (combination 14 + 15)
The SPLIT function allows you to transmit and receive on separate frequencies. The radio receives on the current frequency and transmits on the selected frequency. To activate this function, you must first define a TX frequency offset (see the SPLIT menu page 16). – Press the F (14) key once briefly. appears on the display. – Press the NRC (12) key briefly a second time to activate: SPLIT ON or deactivate: SPLIT OFF the function. The selected value or «SPLIT SET», if the transmit frequency offset has not yet been selected, flashes for 3 seconds.
Note: When the SPLIT function is activated : – The RX and TX frequency is displayed – The channel and band flash on the TX display.
16) CLARIFIER
The function CLARIFIER (16) allows a frequency deviation during LSB/USB reception in order to improve the clearness of your correspondent’s voice.
See § RX/TX page 10

See Cabling Diagram page 25.
A) DC-POWER TERMINAL (13.8 V) B) ANTENNA CONNECTOR (SO-239) C) JACK FOR EXTERNAL OPTIONAL SPEAKER (8 , Ø 3.5 mm) D) PA SPEAKER JACK (8 , Ø 3.5 mm) E) JACK FOR OPTIONAL VOX MICROPHONE (Ø 2.5 mm) F) FANS OPTIONALS (Not supplied with radio)

FUNCTIONS WITH THE PTT SWITCH

1. TALKBACK LEVEL
   This function allows to adjust the volume level of the TALKBACK. 1. Activate the TALKBACK function. 2. Press and hold the PTT switch (18) then turn the CH rotary knob (4) to in-
   crease (clockwise) / decrease (counterclockwise) the volume level of the TALKBACK. 3. Release the PTT switch (18).

2. USB CHARGING SOCKET
   The USB socket (17) can be used to charge smartphones, tablets or other rechargeable devices with 5 V – 2.1 A.

3. PTT (Push To Talk)
   Transmission key, press to transmit a message, is displayed and release to listen to an incoming communication, disappears.

4. RF POWER LEVEL
   In TX mode, the RF POWER can be used to increase/decrease the output power. – Press and hold the PTT transmit switch (18). – Press the CH key (4). «RF POWER» is displayed. – Use the CH rotary selector (4) to adjust the level from 01 to 10 or by using the bar graph.

TOT (Time Out Timer)
If the transmission using PTT switch (18) or VOX function is longer than 3 minutes, the display starts blinking and the transmission ends. A beep will sound until the PTT switch (18) key is released.
19) UP/DN KEYS ON MICROPHONE (short press)
Press UP/DN keys (13) on the microphone to change the channel. UP to increase and DN to decrease the channel.

2. MIC GAIN LEVEL
   Adjusting the microphone sensitivity level. – Press and hold the PTT transmit switch (18) – Press the RF GAIN/MIC GAIN key (9). «MIC GAIN» is displayed. – Turn the CH rotary knob (4) to adjust the level, using steps 01 to 10 or the
   bar graph.
   The normal position of this function is at maximum. The MIC GAIN bar graph
   appears on the display.

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MENU

The order of 32 menus is as described in this manual. However, the menu displayed by entering the MENU will be the last menu modified by user. The procedure is the same whatever the function is:
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to
select the menu to set. 2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current color blinks on the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to
modify the value of the parameter. 4. New press on PUSH key (4) to validate the chosen value. The parameter
stops blinking and if the function has more than one parameter, the next parameter blinks. 5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
Note: UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone have the same effect as the rotation of the CH rotary knob (4). PTT switch (18) validates the last setting and exists MENU. disappears.

1. COLOR

Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.

1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to

select the

menu.

2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current color blinks on the display.

3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to

modify the color of the display.

4. Short press PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display.
5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
Default COLOR is: (orange).
2) DIMMER
DIMMER function allows adjusting the brightness of the lighting. 10 steps from 0 to 9.
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.

1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to

select the

menu.

2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display.

3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone

to change the value of the dimmer.

4. Short press PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another

menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU.

disappears from the display.

5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears

from the display.

Dimmer default value is : 5.

3. TONE

This function allows to change the RX TONE. 11 steps from -5 to +5

Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.

1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to

select the

menu.

2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display.

3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone

to change the value of the tone.

4. Short press PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another

menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU.

disappears from the display.

5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears

from the display.

Tone default value is : 0

4. KEY BEEP

When the function is activated, a beep sounds when a key is pressed, by changing the channel etc. “BP” appears on the display when the function is active.

Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.

1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to

select the

menu.

2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display.

3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to activate (on) / deactivate (of) the function.

4. Short press PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another

menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU.

disappears from the display.

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5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. from the display.
Default KEY BEEP is On.

disappears

5. ROGER BEEP
   When the function is active, the icon appears on the display. The Roger Beep sounds when the PTT switch (12) on the microphone is released in order to let your correspondent speak. Historically as transceiver is a “simplex” communication mode, it is not possible to speak and to listen at the same time (as it is the case with a telephone). Once someone had finished talking, he said “Roger” in order to prevent his correspondent that it was his turn to talk. The word “Roger” has been replaced by a significant beep. There comes “Roger beep” from.
   Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to
   select the ROGER BEEP menu. 2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
   to activate (1 to 6) / deactivate (OF) the function. 4. Short press PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another
   menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display. 5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
   6 roger tones for ROGER BEEP.
   Default ROGER BEEP is OF.

6. INDIC
   Use this function to select the information to be displayed. In RX mode: Frequency is displayed continuously.

In TX mode:
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to
select the INDIC menu. 2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to
select the function to be displayed. FREQUENCY ~ SWR ~ TOT is displayed alternately. Each time the PTT is pressed, the display indicates the voltage and function selected.

4. Short press PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display.
5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
7) DCTEMP
This function is used to select the information to be displayed to the right of the frequency in RX and TX mode.
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.
1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to select the DCTEMP menu.
2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
to select the function to be displayed. POWERSUPPLY ~ TEMPERATURE will appear to the right of the parameter selected in INDIC. 4. Short press PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display. 5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
8) SCAN MODE
Allows to select the MODE of SCAN.
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to
select the SCAN MODE menu. 2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
to select the mode CH or NE. 4. Short press PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another
menu or b) Short press PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display. 5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
“CH” means that the station scans all 40 channels of the active frequency band.
“nE” means that the station scans memorized and priority channels only.
Default mode is: CH.

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9. SCAN TYPE
   Allows to select the TYPE of SCAN.
   Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to
   select the SCAN TYPE menu. 2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
   to select the scan type sq or t1. 4. Short press the PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another
   menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display. 5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
   ” “means scanning stops when busy channel is found. “t1” means scanning stops when busy channel is found and return to scan after 5 seconds.
   Type default value is : 5Q.

10. SCAN SKIP

This function allows to memorize/erase a channel form the SCAN SKIP memory.

1. Select a channel

2. Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.

3. Turn the CH rotary knob (6) or use UP/DN keys (13) on the microphone to

select the

menu.

4. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display.

5. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone

to alternate between On and OF.

6. Short press PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another

menu or b) Short press PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disap-

pears from the display.

7. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears

from the display.

On memorizes the current channel into the SCAN SKIP memory. When a channel is stored in the memory, appears on the display close to the channel number. OF erases the current channel from the SCAN SKIP memory, disappears from the display. See § SKIP on page 8.

11. PA SETTING
    This function allows to select the operating mode of Public Address.
    Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to
    select the PA SETTING menu. 2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
    to select the operating mode of the PA : In, OF or PA. 4. Short press PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another
    menu or b) Short press PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display. 5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
    In: the modulation of the microphone is transmitted to the external loudspeaker connected to jack PA.SP. (D). The received signal is transmitted to the internal loudspeaker [or external optional loudspeaker connected to jack EXT.SP (E). “PA” blinks alternately with the modulation mode (AM or FM).
    OF: The reception is no more functional. Only the modulation of the microphone is transmitted to the Public Address loudspeaker connected to jack PA.SP. (D). PA is displayed.
    PA: the modulation of the microphone and the received signal are transmitted to the Public Address loudspeaker connected to jack PA.SP. (D). “PA” blinks alternately with the modulation mode (AM or FM).
    Turn the VOL knob (1) to adjust the audio level of the mode PA.
    See § PA (Public Address) page 8.

12. MICROPHONE TYPE

PRESIDENT WASHINGTON can be used with both a PRESIDENT electret and dynamic 6-pin microphone (see microphone wiring on page 25). When the unit is turned on, the microphone type is displayed briefly.

Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.

1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to

select the

menu.

2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display.

3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone

to select the microphone type EL (electret) or dy (dynamic).

4. Short press the PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another

menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU.

disappears from the display.

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5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. from the display.
Microphone type default is EL (electret).

disappears

13. SWR CALIBRATION

This function allows you to monitor the swr digitally and audibly (via beep) while making adjustments.

Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.

1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to

select the

menu.

2. Press PUSH key (4) to confirm. The radio automatically switches to TX mode

without pressing the PTT switch (18) and calibration begins. Calibration time

is 5 minutes maximum. A countdown is done in the display.

3. Adjust the antenna.

– The beep* is continuous when the SWR value is 1.0. The space between the

beeps becomes larger and larger as the SWR value moves away from1.0.

– The volume of the beep is adjustable with VOL knob (1).

– The display shows the SWR value, for example 2.5.

4. Press the PTT switch (18) to exit SWR CALIBRATION.

*Check that the beep volume is set to a suitable level.

See ADJUSTMENT OF SWR page 6.

14. NRC SET

The NRC filter can be set independently in transmission ( ) as in reception ( ).

Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.

1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to

select the

menu. The last parameter used and its value appears

on the display.

2. Press the PUSH key (4) to confirm. The parameter blinks, X or X .

3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone

to select X (recepetion) or X (transmission).

4. Press PUSH key (4) to confirm. The value of the filter blinks.

5. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone

to change the value from 01 to 05.

6. Short press PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another

menu or b) Short press PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disap-

pears from the display.

The default value are 01 (transmision) and 01 (reception)

See the § NRC page 10 to activate/deactivate the function.

15. CODE SET

For simplicity, in this manual we will speak of CTCSS/DCS code to indicate both a CTCSS tone and a DCS code, of GENRE to indicate the kind of code (CTCSS, DCS or OFF = no code). TYPE indicates whether this is a TX transmission or an RX reception and MODE specifies the operating mode, Identical Id or different DF. See § CTCSS/DCS page 8.
This menu allows you to configure the operating mode of the CTCSS/DCS function and to store the CTCSS/DCS codes.
2 operating modes: – Id means that the code used will be identical for transmission (TX) and for
reception (RX). – DF means that the user can use one code (or OFF = no code) for transmis-
sion (TX) and another (or OFF = no code) for reception (RX).
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.

OPERATING MODE

1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone

to select the

menu.

2. Briefly press the PUSH key (4) to confirm. The operating mode flashes (Id or

DF).

3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone

to select the desired operating mode.

STORING A CTCSS/DCS CODE

Depending on the operating mode used, the procedure differs:

Identical mode Id

4. Short press on the PUSH key (4) makes the genre blink (“CTCSS”, “DCS” or “OFF” no genre).
5. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to select the genre or…
6. Press the PUSH key (4) to confirm the genre. The code value flashes (unless OFF selected).
7. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to select the code (from 01 to 38 for CTCSS and 001 to 104 for DCS).

Different Mode DF

4. Short press on the PUSH key (4) makes the type RX blink. 5. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
to select the RX or TX type.

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6. A short press on the PUSH key (4) validates the choice of type. The genre value flashes (“CTCSS”, “DCS” or “OFF” no genre).
7. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to select the genre or…
8. Press the PUSH key (4) to confirm the genre. The code value flashes (unless OFF has been selected).
9. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to select the code (01 to 38 for CTCSS 001 to 104 for DCS).
10. Press PUSH key (4) to confirm the selected code. The unit returns to point 5, to set the second type.
11. If you don’t need to set the second type, long press the PUSH key (4) to validate and exit the MENU.
12. If no key is pressed, the device exits the MENU after 10 seconds without saving the changes.
The default mode is Id (Identical). The default genre is OFF.
See the RESET menu.
16) EMERGENCY CHANNEL
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
to select the EMG SETTING EMG 1 menu. 2. Press PUSH key (4), turn the CH knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the
microphone to select the priority channel to set EMG 1 or EMG 2. 3. Press PUSH key (4). The channel flashes in the display. 4. Turn CH knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to select
the channel. 5. Press MODE (5) to select AM, FM, USB and LSB mode. 6. Press PUSH key (4) again to confirm. The channel stops flashing. a) Start
again at point 1 to set another function or b) Press the PTT switch (18) to exit MENU. 7. If no key is pressed, the unit exits the MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
Default Emergency channel 1 is 9 in AM.
Default Emergency channel 2 is 19 in AM. See § EMERGENCY CHANNELS page 9.
17) DW (DUAL WATCH)
This function allows you to customize the second channel scanned by the DUAL WATCH function.
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.

1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to select the DW SET menu.
2. Press the PUSH key (4). The channel flashes in the display. 3. Turn CH knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to select
the channel. 4. Press MODE (5) to select AM, FM, USB and LSB mode. 5. Press PUSH key (4) again to confirm. The channel stops flashing. a) Start
again at point 1 to set another function or b) Press the PTT switch (18) to exit MENU 6. If no key is pressed, the unit exits the MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
18) SPLIT (REPEATER)
This function allows you to customise the TX frequency offset.
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.
1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to select the SPLIT menu.
2. Press the PUSH key (4) to set the repeater function to OFFSET and DIRECTION.
3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to select the DIRECTION. When « » is displayed, the offset is positive in the current channel. When « » is displayed, the offset is negative in the current channel. «OF» means no offset.
4. Press the PUSH key (4) to confirm. The OFFSET value flashes.
5. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to set the desired offset.
6a. Press the PUSH key (4) again briefly to confirm and move on to the next digit.
6b. Press and hold the button for 1 second to confirm and exit the MENUS. disappears from the display.
7. If no key is pressed, the device exits the MENUS after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
19) SPAN SETTING
When the function is active, the frequency can be adjusted continuously. Pressing the PUSH knob (4) displays a bar under the first or second decimal of the frequency. The CH rotary knob (4) no longer acts on the channel but executes a jump frequency.
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to

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select the SPAN SETTING menu. 2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
to activate (on) / deactivate (of) the function. 4. Short press the PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another
menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display. 5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
Default SPAN is oF.
20) CALL SET
Set the FREQUENCY of the CALL tone. Setting the CALL TONE FREQUENCY.
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to
select the CALL SET menu. 2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
to set the type of tone «Fr» frequency or « E» message. 4. Short press the PUSH key (4) to validate.
5a. If you have selected «Fr» frequency, you will be asked to set the frequency. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to set the frequency. Frequency range: 300 Hz ~ 3000 Hz. Step size: 10 Hz. Default value: 1050 Hz. Press the PUSH key (4) to modify the step.
5b. If you have selected « E» message, instead of the tone, the CALL function will play the message recorded in the MESSAGE menu (see next §).
6a. Press the PUSH key (4) again briefly to confirm and remain in the MENUS. 6b. Press and hold for 1 second to confirm and exit the MENUS. disappears
from the display. 7. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears
from the display.
21) MESSAGE
This function can be used to record a message of up to 30 seconds, which can then be transmitted using the CALL function.
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to

select the MESSAGE menu. 2. Press the PUSH key (4) to validate. « » flashes on the display.
You can choose between «PLAY» or «RECORD» «PLAY» to listen to the previously recorded message. 3a. Press the SCAN key (7) to listen to the message. « » flashes on the display. «RECORD» allows you to record a message up to 30s long. The previously recorded message will be erased. 3b. Take the microphone in your hand. You don’t need to press PTT. Press the ANL/NB key (8) to start recording the message. « REC» flashes on the display, the remaining time is shown. Press the ANL/NB key (8) again to stop recording. 4. Press the PUSH key (4) again to confirm the selected value. « » stops flashing. a) Start again at point 1 to set another function or b) Press the PTT switch (18) to exit MENU 5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits the MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
22) AUTOMATIC RELAY
This function turns your PRESIDENT WASHINGTON into an automatic relay point.
Once set up, your radio will automatically transmit the message received on the RX reception channel to the TX transmission channel. The duration of the message is limited to 5 minutes. When the function is active, your radio is locked. To unlock it, see the LOCK function on page 10. If there is a power cut, your radio will resume its configuration and the AUTOMATIC RELAY function will remain active.

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To activate the AUTOMATIC RELAY function, you must first : – be in FM mode (see § MODE page 7) – select the RX channel. (see § CHANNEL SELECTOR page 7) – have set a CTCSS/DCS code – in RX mandatory.
(see § CODE SET page 15) – have activated the CTCSS/DCS function (see § CTCSS/DCS page 8) – If necessary, have configured a frequency offset using the SPLIT function
(REPEATER). (see § SPLIT page16)
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.
1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to select the AUTOMATIC RELAY menu.
2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
to activate (on) / deactivate (of) the function. 4. Press the PUSH key (4) again to confirm your choice.
– Choice activate On : If all the required parameters are activated, the terminal locks and displays «AUTOMATIC RELAY»; if not, an error message is displayed. To unlock the unit, refer to § LOCK page 10.
– Choice to disable OF : The value stops flashing. a) Return to the point 1 to set another menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display.
5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
The default value for the function is OF (disable).
23) BAND NAME
This function allows bands to be renamed with two digits.
1. Press the BAND key (10) to select the band to be modified. 2. Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to
select the BAND NAME menu. 4. Push PUSH key (4). The first digit flashes in the display. 5. Turn the rotary knob PUSH (6) or use UP/DN key (19) on the microphone to
select the character for the first digit. 6. Push PUSH key (6) to validate the first digit. the second digit flashes on the
display. 7. Turn the rotary knob PUSH (6) or use UP/DN key (19) on the microphone to
select the character for the second digit.

8. Press the PUSH PUSH key (6) again to confirm the new name assigned to the tape selected in step 1. The second digit stops flashing. a) Return to the point 1 to set another menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate

and exit the MENU. disappears from the display.

9. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. from the display.

disappears

The default band name is : A / B / C / D / E / F / G / H / I / J. See RESET menu-

page 20.

See § BANDE page 9.

24. VOLUME ACCESSORY

This function allows you to control the volume of the unit and an accessory plugged on the 6-pin plug (accessory available soon).

Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed.

1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to

select the

menu.

2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display.

3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone

to select 00, 01 or 02.

4. Short press the PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another

menu or b) Short press the PTT key (19) to validate and exit the MENU.

disappears from the display.

5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears

from the display.

00 – the vol knob (1) affects the internal speaker volume. 01 – the vol knob (1) affects the accessory volume 02 – the vol knob (1) affects both the internal speaker and accessory volume.

Default accessory volume is 00.

25. SWR PROTECTION SETTING
    Set the SWR LEVEL PROTECTION. Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to select the SWR PROTECTION menu. 2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone. We recommend a setting of 3.0 for the SWR protection. 4. Short press the PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display.

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5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. from the display.

disappears

Default value is 3.0

26. MAXI.VOLTAGE PROTECTION LIMIT
    Set the MAXIMUM LIMIT of VOLTAGE PROTECTION.
    Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone to
    select the VOLT PROTECTION menu. 2. Press PUSH key (4) to validate. The current value blinks on the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
    to select 9.0 to 16.0. 4. Short press the PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set another
    menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display. 5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.

Default value is 16.0

27. POWER LIMITATION
    If a power amplifier is used, this function limits the output power of your radio.
    Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
    to select the POWER LIMITATION the menu. 2. Press the PUSH key (4). The current setting flashes in the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
    to select OF, A4, A0 4. Press the PUSH button (4) again to validate. The value stops flashing. a)
    Go back to point 1 to set another function or b) Press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENUS. disappears from the display. 5. If no key is pressed, the device exits the MENUS after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
    OF no power limitation
    A4 power limited to 4 W
    A0 power limited to 10 W

28. ECHO LEVEL
    Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
    to select the ECHO LEVEL the menu. 2. Press the PUSH key (4). The current setting flashes in the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
    to set the value. There are 64 «LEVEL» ; default: 25. 4. Short press the PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set ano-
    ther menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display.
    5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.

29. ECHO DELAY
    Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
    to select the ECHO DELAY the menu. 2. Press the PUSH key (4). The current setting flashes in the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
    to set the value. There are 64 «DELAY» ; default: 30. 4. Short press the PUSH key (4) to validate. a) Return to the point 1 to set ano-
    ther menu or b) Short press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENU. disappears from the display.
    5. If no key is pressed, the unit exits MENU after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.

30. TEMPERATURE UNIT
    Selects the unit of temperature measurement.
    See § DCTEMP page 13
    Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
    to select the TEMP SET the menu. 2. Press the PUSH key (4). The current setting flashes in the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
    to select C ou F. 4. Press the PUSH button (4) again to validate. The value stops flashing. a)
    Go back to point 1 to set another function or b) Press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENUS. disappears from the display. 5. If no key is pressed, the device exits the MENUS after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
    C to give the temperature in Celsus.

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F to give the temperature in Fahrenheit.
Default C.
31) TEMPERATURE PROTECTION
Your PRESIDENT WASHINGTON is fitted with two connectors for connecting fans. You can use this menu to set the temperature at which the fans are switched on. They will switch off automatically as soon as the temperature falls below 5°C.
Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
to select the TEMP PROTECTION the menu. 2. Press the PUSH key (4). The current setting flashes in the display. 3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
to select the value, between 50°C and 80°C; Default: 50. 4. Press the PUSH button (4) again to validate. The value stops flashing. a)
Go back to point 1 to set another function or b) Press the PTT key (18) to validate and exit the MENUS. disappears from the display. 5. If no key is pressed, the device exits the MENUS after 10 seconds. disappears from the display.
32) Mic Up/Down Key Lock
This function locks the Up and Down buttons on the microphone. When it is activated (ON), it becomes impossible to change the channel using these keys. However, the Up/Down keys on the microphone remain active in the menus to allow setting parameters.
Note: Activating this function only affects the microphone Up/Down keys. The other controls of the device remain fully operational.
Default value is OFF.

Activating and deactivating the function

Long Press PUSH key (4) to enter the MENU. is displayed. 1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone

to select the

menu.

2. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone
to select the value: ON or OFF. 4. Press the PUSH button (4) again to validate. The value stops flashing.

5. If no key is pressed, the device exits the MENUS after 10 seconds. disap-

pears from the display.

33. RESET
    This function can be used to erase memories, the SCAN SKIP memory, restore tape names or all factory settings.

Long press the PUSH key (4) to access the MENUS.

1. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the UP/DN keys (19) on the microphone

to select the

menu.

2. Press the PUSH key (4). The current setting flashes in the display.

3. Turn the CH rotary knob (4) or use the microphone UP/DN keys (19) to select

1, 2, 3, 4, BD, SC or AL.

4. Pressing the PUSH key (5) again resets the selected option. The device

displays — and restarts.

5. If no key is pressed, the device exits the MENUS after 10 seconds, disap-

pears from the display.

1, 2, 3, 4 empties the corresponding memory

BD restores the name of all tape

SC empties the memory of the SCAN SKIP. All channels are now accessible via the SCAN function.

AL restores all factory settings.

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

1. GENERAL – Modulation modes – Frequency ranges
   – Antenna impedance – Power supply – Dimensions – Weight – Accessories supplied

: AM / FM / USB / LSB : from 28.000 MHz to 29.700 MHz : from 24.890 MHz to 24.990 MHz : 50 ohms : 13.8 V : 185 (L) x 172 (P) x 56 (H) mm : 1.190 kg : 1 microphone electret UP/DOWN with
support, mounting cradle, screws and fused power cord.

2. TRANSMISSION

– Frequency allowance

: +/- 200 Hz

– Carrier power

: 80 W PEP AM / 50 W FM

80 W PEP USB LSB

– Transmission interference

: inferior to 4 nW (- 54 dBm)

– Audio response

: 300 Hz to 3 KHz in AM/FM/USB/LSB

– Emitted power in the adj. channel : inferior to 20 µW

– Microphone sensitivity

: 3.0 mV

– Drain

: < 12 A max. with modulation (13.8 V)

– Modulated signal distortion

: 2%

3. RECEPTION – Maxi. sensitivity at 20 dB sinad
   – Frequency response – Adjacent channel selectivity – Maximum audio power – Squelch sensitivity
   – Frequency image rejection rate – Intermediate frequency rej. rate – Drain

: 0.5 µV – 113 dBm (AM) 0.35 µV – 116 dBm (FM) 0.28 µV – 118 dBm (USB/LSB)
: 300 Hz to 3 kHz in AM/FM : 60 dB : 3W : minimum 0.2 µV – 120 dBm
maximum 1 mV – 47 dBm : 60 dB : 70 dB : 200 ~ 600 mA maximum (13.8 V)

4. FANS (Optional – Not supplied with radio)

– Power supply

: 12 V

– Power

: max. 1.5 W

– Dimensions

: 40 x 40 mm

– Connector

: 2 plots

TROUBLE SHOOTING

1. YOUR transceiver RADIO WILL NOT TRANSMIT OR YOUR TRANSMISSION IS OF POOR QUALITY
   – Check that the antenna is correctly connected and that the SWR is properly adjusted.
   – Check that the microphone is properly plugged in. – Check that the RF POWER switch (2) is set on maximum. – Check that the MIC GAIN switch (8) is set on maximum. – Check that the CLARIFIER (7) switch is set on central position.
2. YOUR transceiver RADIO WILL NOT RECEIVE OR RECEPTION IS POOR
   – Check that the squelch level is properly adjusted. – Check that the volume is set to a comfortable listening level. – Check that the antenna is correctly connected and that the SWR is properly
   adjusted. – Check that you are using the same modulation mode as your correspond-
   ent. – Check that the RFGAIN (9) is set on maximum. – Check that the CLARIFIER (7) switch is set on central position.
3. YOUR transceiver WILL NOT LIGHT UP
   – Check the power supply. – Check the connection wiring. – Check the fuse.

GLOSSARY

INTERNATIONAL PHONETIC ALPHABET

A Alpha B Bravo C Charlie D Delta E Echo F Foxtrott G Golf

H Hotel I India J Juliett K Kilo L Lima M Mike N November

O Oscar P Papa Q Quebec R Romeo S Sierra T Tango U Uniform

V Victor W Whiskey X X-ray Y Yankee Z Zulu

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SIMPLIFIED EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Groupe President Electronics, declares that the radio equipment : Brand: PRESIDENT Type: TXPR901 Commercial Name: WASHINGTON is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://president- electronics.com/DC/TXPR901
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WARRANTY

GENERAL WARRANTY CONDITIONS

This device is guaranteed 2 years parts and labour in its country of purchase against any manufacturing defects validated by our technical department. The After-sales Service of PRESIDENT reserves the right not to apply the warranty if a breakdown is caused by an antenna other than those distributed by PRESIDENT, and if said antenna is at the origin of the breakdown. An extension of 3 years warranty is proposed systematically for the purchase and use of a PRESIDENT antenna, bringing the total duration of the warranty to 5 years. In order to be valid, the warranty certificate must be returned within a period of 30 days after the purchase date to the After-sales Service of the company Groupe President Electronics, or any foreign subsidiary. It is recommended to carefully read the following conditions and to respect them under penalty of losing their benefit. To be valid the warranty certificate must be returned to us at the latest 1 month after the purchase. Please duly complete the warranty certificate on the right hand side of the page, detach it (portion
to be removed marked by dotted line) and send it back. Any repair under warranty will be free and the return delivery costs will be borne by our company. A purchase proof must be necessarily included with the device to be repaired. The dates listed on the warranty certificate and proof of purchase must match. Do not proceed with the installation of the device without reading the user manual. No spare part will be sent nor exchanged by our services under warranty. The warranty is only valid in the country of purchase. Exclusions (are not covered): Damages caused by accident, shock or inadequate packaging. Power transistors, microphones, lights, fuses and the non respect of the installation and use of
specifications (including but not limited to antenna used with too high power, final output power transistors (SWR), inversion of polarities, bad connections, overvoltage,….) The warranty cannot be extended due to the non- availability of the device while it is being serviced at our technical services location, nor by a change of one or more components or spare parts. Transceivers which have been modified. The warranty application is excluded in case of modification or poor maintenance done by a third party not approved by our company. If you note malfunctions: * Check the power supply of your device and the quality of the fuse.

• Check that the antenna, the microphone…. are correctly connected. Check that the squelch level is properly adjusted; the programmed configuration is the correct one… In case the device is not under warranty, the repair and return of the device will be charged. All related documents must be preserved even after the end of the warranty period and if you
  resell your device, given to the new owner for the After-sales follow-up. In case of real malfunction, please contact your dealer first; they will decide action to be taken. * In case of an intervention not covered by the warranty, an estimate will be established before
  any repair. Thank you for your trust in the PRESIDENT quality and experience. We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you are completely satisfied with your purchase. Do not forget to return the detachable warranty certificate on the right hand side of this page; it is very important for the identification of your device during a possible rendering of our services.
  Technical Manager and
  Quality Manager

  Date of purchase : …………………………………………………………………………… Type : Radio Amateur WASHINGTON
  Serial N°: …………………………………………………………………………………………
  NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY WITHOUT THE DEALER STAMP

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GENERAL WARRANTY CONDITIONS
This device is guaranteed 2 years parts and labour in its country of purchase against any manufacturing defects validated by our technical department. PRESIDENT After Sales Service department reserves the right not to apply the warranty in the event a breakdown is caused by an antenna other than those distributed by PRESIDENT. An extension of 3 years warranty is proposed systematically for the simultaneous purchase of a device and a PRESIDENT antenna, bringing the total duration of the warranty to 5 years. In order to be valid, the warranty registration must be completed and submitted within a period of 30 days after the purchase date to PRESIDENT ELECTRONICS online at www.president-electronics.us/warranty-registration. You can also access this warranty registration page by using your smartphone to read (application must be available) the QR code. You will receive a confirmation email if the registration is successfully completed. Please keep a copy of this email for your records.
Any repair under warranty will be without charge and the return delivery costs will be borne by PRESIDENT. A proof of purchase sales receipt must be included with the device to be repaired. The dates listed on the warranty registration and proof of purchase must match. In case the device is not under warranty, the repair and return of the device will be charged.
No spare parts will be sent nor exchanged by PRESIDENT under warranty. Do not proceed with the installation of the device without reading the user manual.
The warranty is only valid in the country of purchase.
Exclusions (not covered by Warranty):
· Damages caused by accident, shock or inadequate packaging.
· Power transistors, microphones, lights, fuses and the disrespect of the installation and use of specifications (including but not limited to antenna used with too high power, final output power transistors (SWR), inversion of polarities, bad connections, over voltage…).
· The warranty cannot be extended due to the non-availability of the device while it is being serviced at PRESIDENT After Sales Service department, nor by a change of one or more components or spare parts.
· Transceivers which have been modified. The warranty application is excluded in case of modification or poor maintenance done by a third party not approved by PRESIDENT ELECTRONICS.
If you note a malfunction:
· Check the power supply of your device and the quality of the fuse.

· Check that the antenna, the microphone are correctly connected. · Check that the squelch level is properly adjusted; the programmed configuration is the correct
one. · In the event of a real malfunction, please contact your dealer first. He will decide what action
should be taken. In case of an intervention not covered by warranty, an estimate will be established before any repair. Thank you for your confidence in the PRESIDENT quality and experience. We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you are completely satisfied with your purchase.
Technical Manager and
Quality Manager
Warranty Registration

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PRISE MICRO À 6 BROCHES · CONEXIÓN DEL MICRO 6 PINS 6-PIN MICROPHONE PLUG · WTYK MIKROFONU 6-PIN

1 Modulation 2 RX 3 TX – UP/DOWN 4 _ 5 Masse 6 Alimentation

Modulación RX TX – UP/DOWN _ Masa Alimentación

Modulation RX TX – UP/DOWN _ Ground Power Supply

Modulacja RX TX – UP/DOWN _ Masa Zasilanie

CTCSS TONES LIST · LISTE TONALITES CTCSS ·

LISTA DE TONALIDADES CTCSS · LISTA DOS TONS CTCSS

No.

Freq. (Hz)

No.

Freq. (Hz)

No.

00 – oF

OFF

13

103.5

26

01

67.0

14

107.2

27

02

71.9

15

110.9

28

03

74.4

16

114.8

29

04

77.0

17

118.8

30

05

79.7

18

123.0

31

06

82.5

19

127.3

32

07

85.4

20

131.8

33

08

88.5

21

136.5

34

09

91.5

22

141.3

35

10

94.8

23

146.2

36

11

97.4

24

151.4

37

12

100.0

25

156.7

38

Freq. (Hz)
162.2 167.9 173.8 179.9 186.2 192.8 203.5 210.7 218.1 225.7 233.6 241.8 250.3

DCS CODE LIST · LISTE CODES DCS

LISTA DE LOS CÓDIGOS DCS · LISTA DOS CÓDIGOS DCS

Code No.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26

DCS (Octal)
023 025 026 031 032 036 043 047 051 053 054 065 071 072 073 074 114 115 116 122 125 131 132 134 143 145

Code No.
27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52

DCS (Octal)
152 155 156 162 165 172 174 205 212 223 225 226 243 244 245 246 251 252 255 261 263 265 266 271 274 306

Code No.
53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78

DCS (Octal)
311 315 325 331 332 343 346 351 356 364 365 371 411 412 413 423 431 432 445 446 452 454 455 462 464 465

Code No.
79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104

DCS (Octal)
466 503 506 516 523 526 532 546 565 606 612 624 627 631 632 654 662 664 703 712 723 731 732 734 743 754

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NOTES
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NOTES
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References

• electronics.com
• electronics.us
• P65Warnings.ca.gov
• Groupe President Electronics
• Group President Electronics USA
• Warranty-registration - Group President Electronics USA

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