Ritron RIT14-441 UHF Portable Transceiver User Manual 14500026 rev 10 3 01 p65

Ritron Inc UHF Portable Transceiver 14500026 rev 10 3 01 p65

Users manual

RITRON JMX "FOUR SERIES"OWNER'S MANUAL•Four-channel capability•Easier, enhanced programming method•1, 2 and 3 Watt models•Quick-change battery•Drop-in charge capable•Weather scan feature (VHF only)•Easy-to-hear, high audio output•Built-in Quiet Call® tone feature•Customer-selectable frequency settingsNENENENENEWWWWW!!!!!!!!!!"FOUR SERIES" HANDHELDS"FOUR SERIES" HANDHELDS"FOUR SERIES" HANDHELDS"FOUR SERIES" HANDHELDS"FOUR SERIES" HANDHELDS COMP COMP COMP COMP COMPAAAAACTCTCTCTCT UL UL UL UL ULTRATRATRATRATRA-SMALL-SMALL-SMALL-SMALL-SMALL PR PR PR PR PROFESSIONAL TWOFESSIONAL TWOFESSIONAL TWOFESSIONAL TWOFESSIONAL TWO-O-O-O-O-WWWWWAAAAAY RADIOSY RADIOSY RADIOSY RADIOSY RADIOS
ACCESSORIESiiOPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:TO ORDER, CALL 1-800-USA-1-USA.BPJS-6N .......... Spare/ Replacement JMX BatteryBPS-6N-SC ...... Spare/ Replacement SST BatteryBPS-6N-MH ..... Replacement High Capacity BatteryAFS-150 ........... VHF Molded Flex AntennaAFS-450 ........... UHF Molded Flex AntennaRHD-1X ............ Single Ear HeadsetRHD-4X ............ Dual Ear HeadsetRHD-5X ............ Lightweight Over-the-ear Earset /w In-line PTTRHD-6X ............ Lightweight Behind-the-head Earset w/ In-line PTTRSM-3X ........... Remote Speaker MicrophoneREP-2 ............... Low Profile EarphoneCCL-B ............. Cigarette Lighter ChargerMHS-A............. Cordura Holster w/quick releaseBCJS-4AD ...... 4-Well Drop-in Charger: JMXBCPS-4AD ...... 4-Well Drop-in Charger: SSTBCJS-AD ......... Single-Well Drop-in Charger: JMX (Overnight)BCC-PS ........... Drop-in High-rate Charger/ Conditioner; for SST Models onlyCall RITRON for complete listings.RHD-1XSingle Ear HeadsetRHD-4XDual Ear HeadsetRSM-3XRemote Speaker MicThe NEW "Four Series" models contain updated programming features, and program differently than other JMXportables. These radios provide more channels, allow you to change channel programming contents individually,and also allow you to delete one or more channels, and add it back in, if needed.RHD-5XOver-the-ear EarsetRHD-6XBehind-the-ear EarsetBCJS-4AD4-Well Drop-in ChargerBCPS-ADSingle-Well Drop-in ChargerMHS-ASwivel HolsterBPJS-6NSpare BatteryHave questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com14500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:50 AM1
page 3 RITRON, INC. 1-800-USA-1-USA (1-800-872-1872)Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comDESCRIPTION PAGEBATTERIESFIG-5: Battery Access and Installation .............................................. 8Optional Charging Accessories ........................................................... 8Batteries ................................................................................................ 9General ................................................................................................. 9Charging ............................................................................................... 9Battery Maintenance and Conditioning ............................................ 9TROUBLESHOOTINGNotes .................................................................................................... 10Chart .................................................................................................... 10FCC LICENSE REQUIREDFCC Regulations ................................................................................. 11Service ................................................................................................. 11How to Obtain an FCC Radio License .............................................. 11LIMITED WARRANTY................................................ INSIDE BACK COVERTABLES:1. Programmable Frequencies and Codes ........................................ 52. Quiet Call Codes and Frequencies ................................................ 5FIGURES:1. Belt Clip Installation........................................................................ 12. Radio Controls and Connectors ...................................................... 23. To Scan Weather Frequencies ....................................................... 34. To Place the Radio in Program/ Readout Mode .......................... 45. Battery Access and Installation ...................................................... 8DESCRIPTION PAGEACCESSORIESOptional Accessories ............................................................................ i iINTRODUCTIONGeneral ................................................................................................. 1Inspection.............................................................................................. 1"Four Series" Model Numbers ............................................................. 1Model Identification............................................................................. 1New Programming Method ................................................................. 1FIG-1: Belt Clip Installation ............................................................... 1CONTROL & OPERATION ........................................................................... 2FIG-2: Radio Controls and Connectors ............................................. 2OPERATIONWeather Scan (VHF Radios Only) ....................................................... 3FIG-3: To Scan Weather Frequencies ............................................... 3What The Radio Tones Mean ............................................................. 3Interference Eliminator Codes ............................................................ 3TO DETERMINE FREQUENCIES & CODES IN "FOUR SERIES" JMXSelect Each Channel to Beep Out (Read Out) Channel Contents.. 4FIG-4: To Place the Radio in Program/ Readout Mode ................. 4TABLE 1: FREQUENCY CODES ................................................................ 5TABLE 2: INTERFERENCE ELIMINATOR (QUIET CALL®) TONE CODES................... 5HOW TO PROGRAM "FOUR SERIES" JMX PORTABLES ...................... 6!! CAUTIONS — ALL RADIOS !! ................................................................. 7TABLE OF CONTENTSNOTE: Refer to pages ii and 8 for Accessory information.Call RITRON at 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) for a complete Accessory listing or visit our website at www.ritron.comiii14500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:50 AM2
Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comCHINTRODUCTIONpage 1PHILLIPSHEADSCREWBELTCLIPFIG-1: BELT CLIP INSTALLATIONFIG-1: BELT CLIP INSTALLATIONFIG-1: BELT CLIP INSTALLATIONFIG-1: BELT CLIP INSTALLATIONFIG-1: BELT CLIP INSTALLATIONPlace the clip on the back of theradio case, aligning the screwhole in the clip with the hole inthe case. Tighten the screw.See FIG-1 below."FOUR SERIES" MODEL NUMBERSVHFMODELJMX-141 .........(Jobcom) ..... (1.5-Watt, 4 Channel)JMX-146XP ....(Jobcom) ..... (2-Watt, 4 Channel)JMX-144 .........(Jobcom) ..... (4-Watt, 4 Channel)JMX-146 .........(Jobcom) ..... (2-Watt, 4 Channel *)UHFMODELJMX-441 .........(Jobcom) ..... (1-Watt, 4 Channel)JMX-446XP ....(Jobcom) ..... (2-Watt, 4 Channel)JMX-444 .........(Jobcom) ..... (3-Watt, 4 Channel)JMX-446 .........(Jobcom) ..... (2-Watt, 4 Channel *)* JMX-146/-446 are limited to four-channel capabilityusing table frequencies only, PC programming is notpossible with these models.NEW PROGRAMMING METHODThese new "Four Series" portable radios are the re-sult of continuous product improvement, with specialattention to our customers' feedback. Each isequipped with these improved features:• Four-channel capability,• Allows you to select and program eachchannel individually with channel tablefrequencies and interference eliminator codes;• Allows you to delete a selected channel.To attach the belt clip to the radio:CAUTION:Use only the included Phillips headscrew, because a longer screw coulddamage radio electronics.GENERALThis manual covers Ritron JMX "Four Series" radios.These radios are compact, programmable two-wayhandhelds designed to operate in a professional FMcommunications band (VHF or UHF business available).These handhelds feature push-button operating con-trols, with the Push-To-Talk (PTT) and Channel buttonson one side of the radio, and the On/ Volume Up, VolumeDown/ Off and monitor controls on the top. Each radiocan be programmed to contain a unique set of operatingfrequencies and options.All JMX "Four Series" radios feature quick-change bat-tery pack and drop-in charger capabilities. See Acces-sories on the previous page.INSPECTIONMake sure the package includes a radio, antenna,rechargeable battery pack and belt clip. Examine theequipment immediately after delivery and report anydamage to your shipping company.MODEL IDENTIFICATIONThe model number on the back of the radio case indi-cates its operating band. A color "dot" label on the bot-tom of JMX radio cases also indicates the frequency.Refer to the Frequency Table on page 5.VHF radios are designed to operate on up to fourchannels within the 5 MHz band between factorystandard 150 and 155 MHz.UHF radios are designed to operate on up to fourchannels within the 10 MHz band between factorystandard 460 and 470 MHz.14500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:50 AM3
page 3 RITRON, INC. 1-800-USA-1-USA (1-800-872-1872)Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comCHON OFF/HOLDVOLUMECONTROL & OPERATIONIMPORTANT: CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK BEFORE using the radio for the first time. Refer to Batteries, pages 8 and 9.page 21ANTENNAThe flexible antenna radiates and receives radio signals.Screw the antenna base all the way into the threadedbushing on top of the radio.NOTE:Use only the type of antenna furnished with theradio. VHF and UHF antennas are notinterchangeable.2ON/ VOLUME UPTo switch the unit On, press the On/ Volume Up button; thespeaker will beep a number of times equal to the channel.Once the radio is On, press this button to increase volume.3VOLUME DOWN/ OFFPress the Volume Down/ Off button to decrease volume. Toswitch Off the unit, press and hold this button until thespeaker emits a double beep.4PUSH-TO-TALK SWITCH (PTT)Press and hold the PTT when transmitting; release it toreceive.5CHANNEL SELECTPress the button once and the radio will beep a number oftimes equal to the current channel number. Pressing thebutton again will increment the channel and the radio willbeep the new channel.6BATTERY ACCESS DOOR (CASE BOTTOM)The battery access door may be removed to access thebattery pack. Refer to Battery Access & Installation, FIG-5,page 8.7JACK COVERThis rubber cover seals out dust and moisture, etc. Snapthe cover into the audio accessory jack and charge jackopenings when the jacks are not in use.8AUDIO ACCESSORY JACKThe audio accessory jack is used to plug in earphoneoptions, and, in conjunction with the charge jack, to connectan optional remote speaker/ microphone or a single- or dual-ear headset.9CHARGE JACKThe battery pack may be charged through this jack usingthe supplied RITRON charger cube. Refer to Accessories,page 1, for additional charging options.10SPEAKERThe speaker, located behind the front grille, allows you tohear calls on your channel.11MICROPHONEThe microphone allows your voice to be heard intransmissions to other radios. Speak in a normal tone;shouting does not improve your listener's reception.12DROP-IN CHARGING CAPABILITYTwo contacts, in the bottom of the radio, permit chargingthe battery pack with an optional drop-in charger. Refer toOptional Charging Accessories, page 8.FIG-2: RADIO CONTROLS & CONNECTORSFIG-2: RADIO CONTROLS & CONNECTORSFIG-2: RADIO CONTROLS & CONNECTORSFIG-2: RADIO CONTROLS & CONNECTORSFIG-2: RADIO CONTROLS & CONNECTORS12345678910111214500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:50 AM4
Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comOPERATIONChannel Select ToneWhen you press the channel select button,the radio "beeps" the number of times equalto the channel number selected.Program/ Readout Mode TonePlacing the radio in Program/ Readout Modecauses it to beep rapidly for about threeseconds, then to "triple beep." This series ofbeeps indicates the radio is ready for youeither to program, or to read out the pro-grammed contents. See pages 4 and 6.Transmitter Time-OutA low tone will sound and the transmitterautomatically shuts off if you hold down thePTT button continuously for more than 60seconds. The radio switches to "receive."Quiet Call Squelch TonesIf you press both volume buttons simulta-neously, a single beep indicates Quiet Callsquelch is on; a "double beep" means it is off.page 3WEATHER SCAN (VHF RADIOS ONLY)TO SCAN STANDARD U.S. WEATHER FREQUENCIES and hearweather forecasts, follow the steps in FIG-3 below. To resume normaltwo-way operation, turn the radio off, then on again.FIG-3: TO SCAN WEATHER FREQUENCIESFIG-3: TO SCAN WEATHER FREQUENCIESFIG-3: TO SCAN WEATHER FREQUENCIESFIG-3: TO SCAN WEATHER FREQUENCIESFIG-3: TO SCAN WEATHER FREQUENCIESWHAT THE RADIO TONES MEANPower On/ Self Test"OK"When it is first turned on, the radio runs a quick"self test" to confirm basic functions. The radiothen "beeps" the number of times equal to thechannel number selected.Error TonesIn the Program/ Readout Mode, the radio will emitan Error Tone if a programming error is made.If the self test detects a diagnostic error, analternating error tone sounds. Turn the radio off,then on again. Consult a Ritron Dealer, or Ritron,Inc. with any problem you cannot correct.Low Battery ToneWhen the battery voltage has dropped below acertain level, the radio will sound a short "beep"every 20 seconds to inform you to charge thebattery. JMX-146/ -446 does not have thisfeature.A longer low tone will sound when the batteryis completely discharged, then automaticallyshut off the radio. (All models).QUIET CALL TONE CODES (Interference Eliminator Codes)Tone codes filter out static, noise and reduce unwanted "chatter" on radiochannels. When you operate on a frequency with a tone code, you screen outmost interference. This allows you to communicate with less interference andto hear only those users in your radio group.IMPORTANT: All radios in the talk group must operate on the same frequencyand tone code.ONOFF/HOLDVOLUME3. PRESS & RELEASE. The radio will start beeping.CH2. PRESS & HOLD.4. CONTINUE HOLDING THE CHAN- NEL BUTTON UNTIL THE BEEPING STOPS. THEN RELEASE IT & LISTEN.5. TO FIND THE NEXT ACTIVE WEATHER CHANNEL, PRESS & RELEASE THE CHANNEL BUTTON.1. PRESS & HOLD UNTIL THE "RADIO OFF" TONES ARE HEARD, THEN RELEASE.14500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:50 AM5
page 3 RITRON, INC. 1-800-USA-1-USA (1-800-872-1872)Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comTO DETERMINE FREQUENCIES & CODES IN "FOUR SERIES" JMXpage 4a.Ten (10) beeps = 0 (zero).b. The radio will beep out "44" as an interference eliminator code if it was programmed for "No Tone."c. If a radio is PC-programmed with any frequency or tone not listed in Table 1or 2 on page 5, theradio will sound the error tone on contents "beepout."*The radio pauses to sound a low tone at the end of each set of beeps.SELECT EACH CHANNEL TO BEEP OUT (READ OUT) CHANNEL CONTENTS:1. To enter the Programming/ Readout Mode, refer to FIG-4 at left.2. YOU MUST Press the Channel Selector button to select the channel to be read out.3. Press and release the On/ Volume Up button.The radio will begin to sound a series of beeps; each set in the series equals one digit of each two-digit(frequency code/ interference eliminator code) code in the radio; see Tables 1 and 2, opposite.4. Count the beeps in each set. Write down the number of beeps for each digit in the spaces provided below.EXAMPLES: 2 beeps = 2; 10 beeps = 0 (zero).5. To read out another channel, follow steps 2 through 4. When you are finished, complete step 6.6. Turn the radio off.NOTES:* The radio pauses to sound a low tone at the end of each set of beeps, separating one digit from the next. The radio sounds a triple beep when the readout (beep out) process is complete.FIG-4:FIG-4:FIG-4:FIG-4:FIG-4: TO PLACE THE RADIO INTO PLACE THE RADIO INTO PLACE THE RADIO INTO PLACE THE RADIO INTO PLACE THE RADIO INPROGRAM/ READOUT MODEPROGRAM/ READOUT MODEPROGRAM/ READOUT MODEPROGRAM/ READOUT MODEPROGRAM/ READOUT MODEIMPORTANT:To talk to other users in your group, all radiosmust be set to the same frequency andInterference Eliminator codes.ON OFF/HOLDVOLUME3. PRESS & RELEASE. The radio will start beeping rapidly.CH2. PRESS & HOLD.4. CONTINUE HOLDING THE PTT UNTIL THE BEEPING STOPS, THEN RELEASE IT. The radio will emit a triple tone: it is now in Program/ Readout Mode.1. PRESS & HOLD UNTIL THE "RADIO OFF" TONES ARE HEARD, THEN RELEASE.FREQUENCY CODE: INTERFERENCE ELIMINATOR CODE:CH. 1CH. 2CH. 3CH. 41st digit 2nd digit# of beeps*# of beeps 3rd digit 4th digit# of beeps*# of beeps1st digit 2nd digit# of beeps*# of beeps 3rd digit 4th digit# of beeps*# of beeps1st digit 2nd digit# of beeps*# of beeps 3rd digit 4th digit# of beeps*# of beeps1st digit 2nd digit# of beeps*# of beeps 3rd digit 4th digit# of beeps*# of beepsCHANNEL:****SELECT THE CHANNEL NUMBER YOU WISH TO READ OUT:NOTES:14500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:51 AM6
Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comFREQUENCY CODESTABLE 2: PROGRAMMABLE TONE CODESINTERFERENCE ELIMINATOR(QUIET CALL®) TONE CODESJMXBEEP OUT/PTT CLICKCODEpage 567.071.974.477.079.782.585.488.591.594.897.4100.0103.5107.2110.9114.8118.8123.0127.3131.8136.5141.3146.2151.4156.7162.2XZXAWAXBSPYZYAYBZZZAZB1Z1A1B2Z2A2B3Z3A3B4Z4A4B5Z5A5B272829303132333435363738394041424344**45464748495051 00167.9173.8179.9186.2192.8203.5210.7218.1225.7233.6241.8250.369.4159.8165.5171.3177.3No Tone183.5189.9196.6199.5206.5229.1254.1010203040506070809101112131415161718192021222324252667.071.974.477.079.782.585.488.591.594.897.4100.0103.5107.2110.9114.8118.8123.0127.3131.8136.5141.3146.2151.4156.7162.26Z6A6B7Z7AM1--------------------------------------167.9173.8179.9186.2192.8203.5210.7218.1225.7233.6241.8250.369.4159.8165.5171.3177.3No Tone183.5189.9196.6199.5206.5229.1254.1JMXBEEP OUT/PTT CLICKCODEFreq.( Hz )Freq.( Hz )OtherRadio BrandsToneCodeOtherRadio BrandsToneCode**Refer to Note 2 on both pages 4 & 6.❖❖ 2-digit Interference Eliminator placeholder codeFreq.(Hz)Freq.(Hz)0102030405060708091011121314151617181920210001020304050607080910111213141516171819202100154.600 Green Dot154.570 Blue Dot151.625 Red Dot *151.955 Purple Dot151.925154.540154.515154.655151.685151.715151.775151.805151.835151.895154.490151.655151.745151.865151.820 MURS †151.880 MURS †151.940 MURS †DELETE Code ❖467.7625 J467.8125 K464.5500 Yellow Dot *464.5000 Brown Dot *467.8500 Silver Star467.8750 Gold Star467.9000 Red Star467.9250 Blue Star469.2625462.5750 White Dot462.6250 Black Dot462.6750 Orange Dot464.3250464.8250469.5000469.5500463.2625464.9125464.6000464.7000462.7250††DELETE Code ❖VHF Business Band UHF Business BandMHz Frequency Color MHz Frequency ColorJMXBEEP OUT/PTT CLICKFREQ. CODEJMXBEEP OUT/PTT CLICKFREQ. CODE DELETE Code ❖❖TABLE 1: PROGRAMMABLE FREQUENCY CODES†Not available on JMX-146 model††Not available on JMX-446 model❖2-digit Frequency placeholder code*Itinerant frequencyNOTES:1. Programming ten (10) PTT clicks = the digit 0 (zero); hearing (10) ten beeps on readout = the digit 0 (zero).2. To delete a channel, all four placeholders must be programmed with "0" (zero)3. When a channel is deleted, the remaining channels stay in the same channel order. When you press theChannel Button, the radio will skip over any deleted channel(s).14500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:51 AM7
page 3 RITRON, INC. 1-800-USA-1-USA (1-800-872-1872)Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comHOW TO PROGRAM "FOUR SERIES" JMX PORTABLESTo match other radios, the owner can select FREQUENCY and INTERFERENCE ELIMINATOR TONE CODES from Tables 1 and 2 on page 5.1. Choose your frequency codes (Table 1), and interference eliminator codes (Table 2). Note that each code consists of two digits. Write down the number of PTT clicksto program each channel frequency in the spaces provided below.page 6FREQUENCY CODE: INTERFERENCE ELIMINATOR CODE:CH. 1CH. 2CH. 3CH. 41st digit 2nd digit# of PTT clicks*# of PTT clicks 3rd digit 4th digit# of PTT clicks*# of PTT clicks1st digit 2nd digit# of PTT clicks*# of PTT clicks 3rd digit 4th digit# of PTT clicks*# of PTT clicks1st digit 2nd digit# of PTT clicks*# of PTT clicks 3rd digit 4th digit# of PTT clicks*# of PTT clicks1st digit 2nd digit# of PTT clicks*# of PTT clicks 3rd digit 4th digit# of PTT clicks*# of PTT clicksCHANNEL:****SELECT THE CHANNEL NUMBER YOU WISH TO PROGRAM:2. Follow the instructions in FIG-4 on page 4 to place the radio in the Program/ ReadoutMode.3.YOU MUST press the Channel Selector button to select the channel to be programmed.4. Enter codes in the sequence shown in Step 1 by clicking the PTT the number of timesequal to each digit of the code.EXAMPLE: Code "04": Click the PTT ten times to program "0", pause—theradio sounds a low tone. Click the PTT four times to program "4", pause—theradio sounds a low tone.5.When all digits are programmed, press and release On/ Volume Up to save yourprogramming. The radio sounds a triple beep.NOTE:An error tone will sound if you attempt to save an incorrect digit. Turn the radioOFF, check the digits you are attempting to enter, then start over at Step 2.6.To program another channel, repeat steps 3 through 5. When you are finishedprogramming, complete step 7.7. Turn the radio OFF and then ON again—the radio is now ready to use.NOTES:a.Ten (10) PTT clicks = 0 (zero).b.YOU MUST enter "44" to enter "No Code" interferenceeliminator to match radios not having tone codes. Refer toTable 2 on page 5.c. IF YOU MAKE A PTT CLICK ERROR, turn the radio OFF then ON,and start over.d. If the radio does not sound a confirming triple tone when youattempt to enter Program/ Readout Mode, the radio was factoryor dealer customized to disable programming. Consult the radioowner or your dealer.e. Refer to Frequency and Interference Eliminator Tone Codetables on page 5.f. To delete a channel, follow steps 2 and 3 above, then enter "0"(zero = 10 PTT clicks) for each of the four digit locations.Remaining channels are in the same sequence, and theChannel Selector will skip over the deleted channel number.*The radio pauses to sound a low toneat the end of each set of beeps,separating one digit from the next.14500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:51 AM8
Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com!! CAUTIONS — ALL RADIOS !!page 7OBSERVE CAUTION IN THE FOLLOWINGENVIRONMENTS TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFE OFYOUR RADIO EQUIPMENT:MOISTURE: JMX Series radios are not waterproof.DO NOT directly expose them to rain or excessivemoisture.CHEMICALS: Detergents, alcohol, aerosol sprays orpetroleum products can damage the radio case. DONOT use petroleum solvents of any kind; use a softcloth moistened with water to clean the case.EXTREME HEAT: High temperatures can damage thebattery and other components. DO NOT expose theunits to extreme heat or leave them in directsunlight.LOW TEMPERATURES: The capacity of the NiCdbattery is greatly reduced in extreme cold. Whenusing the unit in very cold environments, periodicallywarm the radio under your coat.EXCESSIVE TRANSMISSIONS: Maximum drain onbattery power occurs when you are transmitting.DO NOT hold the Push-To-Talk switch down longerthan necessary during transmission intervals. DONOT reduce battery service life by attempting topower a radio with a depleted battery; alwayscharge batteries overnight after each day of use.VIBRATION/ SHOCK: Although your JMX Seriesradio is designed to be rugged, it will not surviveexcessive abuse. Avoid dropping the radio.NOTE:The optional MH-A holster provides addedprotection from weather and shock.EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY:The JMX/SST Series handheld radios generate RFelectromagnetic energy during transmit mode. Thetransmit mode is active when the PTT switch isdepressed. This radio is designed for, and classifiedas, “Occupational Use Only”, meaning that it must beused only during the course of employment byindividuals who are aware of the hazards and theways to minimize such hazards. This series of radiosis NOT intended for use by the “General Population” inan uncontrolled environment.When used as directed, this series of radios isdesigned to comply with the FCC’s RF exposure limitsfor “Occupational Use Only”. In addition, they aredesigned to comply with the following Standards andGuidelines:• FCC OET Bulletin 65, Edition 97-01, Supplement C,Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines forHuman Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromag-netic Fields.• American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels withRespect to Human Exposure to Radio FrequencyElectromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.• American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Recommended Practice for theMeasurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromag-netic Fields-RF and Microwave.To ensure that exposure to RF electromagnetic energyis within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use,always adhere to the following guidelines:• Use only the antenna(s) available from RITRON forthese models. DO NOT attempt to substitute anyother antenna. DO NOT operate the radio withoutan antenna.• Keep talk times as short and infrequent aspossible. DO NOT depress the PTT button whennot actually wishing to transmit. These radios areequipped with an internal timer to limit continuoustransmit times. DO NOT exceed a 50% transmitduty cycle.• When transmitting, hold the radio in front of themouth at a distance of at least 4 inches. DO NOThold the radio in such a manner that the antenna isnext to, or touching, exposed parts of the body,especially the face or eyes while transmitting.• In belt mounted applications, when transmitting,remove the radio from the belt and hold away fromthe body at least 4 inches.• When using external headset accessories, holdthe unit away from the body at least 4 incheswhile transmitting.•DO NOT allow children to operate the radio.14500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:51 AM9
page 3 RITRON, INC. 1-800-USA-1-USA (1-800-872-1872)Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.compage 8JOBCOM JMX Accessories:BPJS-6N ....................... 700 mAH Spare Battery PackBPJS-AD ....................... Drop-in Charger AdapterQuad Charger .............. 4-Unit Gang ChargerPATRIOT SST Accessories:BPS-6N-SC ................... 800 mAH Spare Battery PackBPS-6N-MH ................... 1500 mAH Spare Battery PackBCPS-AD ...................... Drop-in Charger AdapterBCC-PS ........................ Drop-in Charger/ ConditionerSee Accessories on page ii.1. Hold the radio as shown above (A).2. Use your thumbnail to open theDoor Latch, as shown below (B).3. Lift and rotate the Battery AccessDoor to release it (C).FIG–5: BATTERY ACCESS & INSTALLATION:(A)(C)(D)(B)BOTTOM VIEW OF THE RADIOOPTIONAL CHARGING ACCESSORIES:Spare/ ReplacementBattery PackDrop-in Battery Chargerwith spacerBatteryAccessDoorDrop-in ChargerContactsLATCHCLOSEDLATCHOPEN4. Use the Pull-tab to pull the batterypack out of the case (D).5. Insert the replacement batterypack, being certain to POSITION ITRELATIVE TO THE CASE ASSHOWN IN (D). Push the BatteryPack in as far as as possible.6. Replace the Battery Access Door.Secure it by closing the Door Latchas shown in (B).7. Be certain to firmly lock the DoorLatch, as shown in (B).BATTERY ACCESSDOORDOOR LATCHPULL-TABBATTERIES14500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:51 AM10
Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comBATTERY MAINTENANCE & CONDITIONINGDue to the extended run time of the JMX Series radios, some usersmay never fully discharge the NiCad battery pack during normal use.Achieve maximum battery life by fully discharging the batteryperiodically to condition it.After exposing the battery pack to many cycles of not fullydischarging it before recharging, the radio may exhibit reducedbattery capacity. This reduced capacity is evident when, afterseveral hours of use, battery voltage drops while the radio istransmitting, causing the radio to emit a dead battery warning toneand shut itself off.Condition battery packs by the following procedure as either apreventive measure, or if you suspect reduced capacity:TO CONDITION THE BATTERY PACK:1. Use your radio throughout a normal work day without charging.2. • Press and hold the On/ Volume Up and Volume Down/ Offbuttons simultaneously for 8 seconds to place the radio in"open squelch" mode.• Release both buttons when you hear the radio beep rapidly; itwill then emit a loud "rushing" noise. Press On/ Volume Up tomaximize this noise.3. • Put the radio away in a secure place (possibly a desk drawer),where nothing can press against the buttons to accidentallyturn it off or cause it to transmit. Allow the radio to run until itshuts off when the battery is completely discharged. A typicalbattery pack may require about 8 hours to completelydischarge.4. • When the radio has shut off, charge it overnight for 12-14hours. The battery will be ready for use with renewedcapacity.NOTE: A new battery must be charged and discharged severaltimes before it can reach its maximum charge capacity.CAUTION: Use only RITRON-supplied chargers; using other chargers may cause fireor explosion, or otherwise damage the radio.GENERALThe JMX Series radio is powered by a rechargeable battery pack.CHARGINGBecause the battery pack loses its charge during storage and shipment, fully charge it before firstuse. To ensure peak radio performance for the next day, charge the battery overnight after eachday of use. It completely charges in about ten hours.To charge the battery with a RITRON cube chargerPlug the charger cord into the charge jack (marked "CHG") on top of the radio. Then plug thecube into an 110 VAC outlet. The green lamp lights while the battery is charging, and should goout only when the cube or cord is unplugged.To charge the battery with a RITRON drop-in chargerTwo charger contacts, visible through the radio case bottom, permit charging the battery with anoptional Ritron drop-in charger. The battery pack may be either removed from the radio case forcharging, or charged inside the radio case.Each drop-in charger comes with a spacer to permit charging a "spare" battery while the radio isbeing used.To use the drop-in charger, plug it into a 110 VAC outlet. Set either the radio with the batteryinstalled, or only the battery with the battery spacer, into the charger. Refer to the illustration inOptional Accessories, opposite. Each battery contact must rest on a charger contact pin.NOTE:Battery pack life averages one year. Follow these guidelines to maximize service life:• CONDITION battery packs once a month as directed in Battery Maintenance & Conditioning, atright.• CONDITION batteries that are run down.• CHARGE batteries for 16 hours before storage, and for 16 hours once a month thereafter.• DO NOT overcharge batteries. Unplug the cube charger after 16 hours to avoid overcharging.• DO NOT charge batteries in temperatures colder than about 45°F. Charging batteries intemperatures above 95°C. does not harm them, but can reduce charge capacity.BATTERIESpage 914500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:51 AM11
page 3 RITRON, INC. 1-800-USA-1-USA (1-800-872-1872)Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comIf you have trouble operating the handheld, review the Control & Operation, pages 2 and 3.If you think the radio is malfunctioning, check the list below.Problem Possible SolutionsGENERALThe radio does not work at all. Make sure that the battery is installed correctly, as shown in FIG-5. page 8.Recharge or replace the battery. (See pages 8 & 9.)Operating features do not work exactly The radio has been dealer programmed for customized operation. as expected. (Consult dealer.)Reception is poor. Move to a different location. (See Note 2.)Confirm the proper antenna is connected to the radio. (See page 2, "Antenna.")You cannot hear calls from other radios. Turn off Quiet Call (coded) squelch. (See Note 3.)Ensure radio receives on the same frequency as the caller transmits. (See Note 4.)Recharge the battery. (See Note 1.)Your calls cannot be heard in other radios. Make sure that your radio transmits on the receive frequency of the radio(s) you want to call. (See Note 4.)Recharge the battery.BATTERYBattery loses charge sooner than expected. Review battery charging instructions, page 9.Conserve the battery. (See Note 5.)If the radio is used in extreme cold, warm the radio under your coat. (See Note 6.)Replace the battery; see FIG-5, page 8. (See Note 1.)ERROR TONESAn error tone sounds when the radio is See "Error Tones" on page 3. first switched on.An error tone occurs while transmitting. Refer to "Transmitter Time-Out," page 3.QUIET CALLYou cannot screen out calls from users Make sure that the channel is programmed with Quiet Call. outside of your Quiet Call group. Activate coded squelch. (See Note 7.)You cannot hear Quiet Call messages Confirm that the channel is programmed to detect the same code as the calling while in Quiet Call (coded) squelch. radio(s) transmits. (See Note 7.)Others in your Quiet Call group cannot hear Verify that you transmit the same code as the radio(s) you call are programmed your Quiet Call messages. to detect. (See Note 7.)TROUBLESHOOTING1. • Try a battery pack from a working radio. If the radio in question works with that pack, the original battery is suspect.• Charge the suspect battery as recommended in this manual. Ifthis original battery cannot power the radio, try charging it againwith another charger. If the battery still doesn't hold a charge, thepack should probably be replaced.• If the battery appears to be "good" after using the secondcharger, the first charger may be faulty. Contact a dealer or Ritronabout an accessory that is not operating properly.2. • Reception can often be improved if you relocate by a shortdistance. This effect is more noticeable inside buildings.• The range for JMX/ SST radios is about two miles, line-of-sight.3. If your radio does not detect calls from other radios on thechannel, turn off Quiet Call by pressing and holding both volumebuttons at the same time—a double beep indicates Quiet Call isoff.4. • Without use of a repeater: To hear a call, select a channelprogrammed to receive the caller's transmit frequency. Tocall another unit, select a channel programmed to transmitthe other radio's receive frequency.• Using a repeater: A radio channel can hold two separateoperating frequencies, one for receive and one for transmit.Your channel must work with the repeater's transmit andreceive frequencies.5. • Maximum power drain occurs when the radio transmits, sodon't hold down the PTT more than needed to transmit.• Battery power is used while the handheld is left on toreceive calls. If practical, switch off the unit.6. Battery capacity is greatly reduced in extreme cold.• To use the radio in very cold weather, periodically warm itunder your coat if possible.• An optional remote speaker/ microphone allows keeping theradio under your coat while transmitting and receiving.7. • To "talk" with each other, radios must be programmedidentically for Quiet Call code, as well as frequency. Eachcode is unique; radios respond only to the code programmed.• Press and hold both volume buttons at the same time.A single beep indicates Quiet Call squelch is on.A double beep indicates Quiet Call squelch is off.page 10CHARTNOTES14500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:51 AM12
Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comFCC REGULATIONS LICENSING —The FCC requires the owners of the radios to obtain a station license before using them.The station licensee is responsible for ensuring that transmitter power, frequency and deviation are withinthe limits specified by the station license. The station licensee is also responsible for proper operation andmaintenance of the radio equipment. This includes checking the transmitter frequency and deviationperiodically, using appropriate methods.To get a FCC license for VHF or UHF frequencies, submit FCC application Form 600 as indicated in theblock at right. Your Ritron dealer can help you with this process. SAFETY STANDARDS —The FCC (with its action in General Docket 79-144, March 13, 1985) has adopted a safety standard forhuman exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment. Ritronobserves these guidelines and recommends that you do also:• DO NOT hold the radio so that the antenna is very close to or touching exposed parts of the body,especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. Keep the radio vertical, four inches away whiletalking into the front panel.• DO NOT press the Push-To-Talk except when you intend to transmit.• DO NOT operate radio equipment near electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.• DO NOT allow children to play with any radio equipment that contains a transmitting device.• Repair of Ritron products should be performed only by Ritron authorized personnel.SERVICEFederal law prohibits you from making any internal adjustments to the transmitter, and/ or from changingtransmit frequencies unless you are specifically designated by the licensee.If your radio equipment fails to operate properly, or you wish to have the radio programmed, contact yourauthorized dealer or Ritron.RITRON, INC., Repair Department505 West Carmel DriveCarmel, IN 46032 USAPhone: 1-317-846-1201FAX: 1-317-846-4978FCC LICENSE REQUIREDHOW TO OBTAIN AN FCC RADIO LICENSEFederal Communications Commission(FCC) Licensing InformationBecause your Ritron radio operates on Private LandMobile frequencies, it is subject to the Rules andRegulations of the FCC, which requires all operatorsof these frequencies to obtain a station license beforeoperating their equipment. Make application for yourFCC license on FCC Forms 600 and 159.To have forms and instructions faxed to you bythe FCC, call the FCC Fax-On-Demand system at1-202-418-0177 from your fax machine;request Document 000600 & Form 159.To have Document 000600 & Form 159 mailed to you,call the FCC Forms Hotline at1-800-418-FORM (1-800-418-3676).For help with questions concerning thelicense application, contact the FCC at1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322).You must decide which radio frequency(ies) youcan operate on before filling out your application;refer to Table 1 on page 5 of this manual.For help determining your frequencies, call Ritron at1-800-USA-1-USA (1-800-872-1872).page 1114500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:51 AM13
page 3 RITRON, INC. 1-800-USA-1-USA (1-800-872-1872)Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comWHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERSRITRON, INC. ("RITRON") provides the following warranty against defects in materials and/orworkmanship in RITRON Radios, Rechargeable Batteries and Accessories under normal use andservice during the applicable warranty period (as stated below). "Accessories" means antennas, holsters,chargers, earphones, speaker/microphones and items contained in the programming and programming/service kits. Rechargeable batteries will be replaced during the applicable warranty period only if leakageoccurs or the batteries drop below 75% of rated capacity.WHAT IS COVERED FOR HOW LONG WHAT RITRON WILL DOPortable JMX/ SST 1 year*During the first year after date of purchase,SeriesRadios RITRON will repair or replace the defectiveproduct, at RITRON's option, parts andlabor included at no charge.RITRON Rechargeable 1 year*RITRON will replace the defective batteryBatteriesAccessories 90 days**After date of purchaseWHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:•Any technical information provided with the covered product or any other RITRON products;•Installation, maintenance or service of the product, unless this is covered by a separate writtenagreement with RITRON;•Any products not furnished by RITRON which are attached or used with the covered product, ordefects or damage from the use of the covered product with equipment that is not covered (such asdefects or damage from the charging or use of batteries other than with covered product);•Defects or damage, including broken antennas, resulting from:- misuse, abuse, improper maintenance, alteration, modification, neglect, accident or act of God,- the use of covered products other than in normal and customary manner or,- improper testing or installation;•Defects or damages from unauthorized disassembly, repair or modification, or where unauthorizeddisassembly, repair or modification prevents inspection and testing necessary to validate warrantyclaims;•Defects or damages in which the serial number has been removed, altered or defaced.•Batteries if any of the seals are not intact.IMPORTANT: This warranty sets forth the full extent of RITRON’s express responsibilities regarding thecovered products, and is given in lieu of all other express warranties. What RITRON has agreed to doabove is your sole and exclusive remedy. No person is authorized to make any other warranty to you onbehalf of RITRON. Warranties implied by state law, such as implied warranties of merchantability andfitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the duration of this limited warranty as it applies to the coveredproduct. Incidental and consequential damages are not recoverable under this warranty (this includes loss ofuse or time, inconvenience, business interruption, commercial loss, lost profits or savings). Some statesdo not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation onhow long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.Because each covered product system is unique, RITRON disclaims liability for range, coverage, oroperation of the system as a whole under this warranty.WHO IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTYThis warranty is given only to the purchaser or lessee of covered products when acquired for use, not resale.This warranty is not assignable or transferable.HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICETo receive warranty service, you MUST deliver or send the defective product, delivery costs and insuranceprepaid, within the applicable warranty period, to RITRON, INC., 505 West Carmel Drive, Carmel, Indiana46032, Attention: Warranty Department.Please point out the nature of the defect in as much detail as you can. You MUST retain your sales or leasereceipt (or other written evidence of the date of purchase) and deliver it along with the product. IfRITRON chooses to repair or replace a defective product, RITRON may replace the product or any part orcomponent with reconditioned product, parts or components. Replacements are covered for the balance of theoriginal applicable warranty period. All replaced covered products, parts or components become RITRON’sproperty.RIGHTS TO SOFTWARE RETAINEDTitle and all rights or licenses to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in any RITRON softwarecontained in covered products are and shall remain in RITRON. RITRON nevertheless grants you a limitednon-exclusive, transferable right to use the RITRON software only in conjunction with covered products. Noother license or right to the RITRON software is granted or permitted.YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAWThis warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.WHERE THIS WARRANTY IS VALIDThis warranty is valid only within the United States, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.RITRON, INC. LIMITED WARRANTYPub. 14500026 REV. A 01-09COPYRIGHT© 2001 RITRON, INC. • ALL RIGHTS RESERVEDRITRON®, JOBCOM® and QUIET CALL® ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF RITRON, INC.14500026 rev 10-3-01.p65 10/15/01, 10:51 AM14
505 West Carmel Drive • Carmel, IN 46032P. O. Box 1998 • Carmel, IN 46032Ph: 317-846-1201 • Fax: 317-846-4978 • Email: ritron@ritron.comWebsite: www.ritron.com

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