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Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comP/N 14500065 Rev B 9/06User GuideJ SeriesJ Series

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comThank you for buying the Ritron J Series business band radio. For almost 30 years, Ritron has been a leader inproviding cost-effective, on-site communication equipment for businesses. The J Series radio will provide cost-effective communication for schools, retail stores, manufacturing, warehousing, construction sites, propertymanagement, hotel and motel management and many more. Ritron radio communication products improve efficiencyand safety in virtually any workplace environment. Ritron is the wireless connection for your on-site communicationneeds.NOTE: Please read all instructions in this manual.Two-way RadioINCLUDED ITEMS2.5 Hour, Dual Slot ChargingStand with Power SupplyUser Manual1800mAh Li-IonBattery Packwith attached Belt ClipVHF or UHF Antennai

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comFCC REGULATIONS, LICENSING ................................ 1SAFETY STANDARDS ................................................ 1SERVICE ............................................................... 1HOW TO OBTAIN AN FCC RADIO LICENSE ................. 1ABOUT THIS USER GUIDE ........................................ 2RADIO CONTROLS ................................................... 3RADIO BUTTONS & CONTROLS .................................. 4DISPLAY ICONS ....................................................... 5ATTACHING THE BATTERY ......................................... 6REMOVING THE BATTERY .......................................... 6J SERIES AUDIO ACCESSORIES ................................. 7FAST RATE DUAL SLOT DROP-IN CHARGER ................. 9ATTACHING THE ANTENNA ......................................... 10ON/OFF AND VOLUME CONTROL ............................. 10OPERATING THE RADIO ............................................ 11KEYPAD LOCK .................................................. 11EMERGENCY CALL FEATURE (ORANGE BUTTON) ......... 11NOAA WEATHER RADIO .................................... 12HOW TO READ-OUT FREQUENCY &TONE CODE SETTINGS .................................. 13HOW TO PROGRAM PER-CHANNEL FEATURES ........... 14TABLE #1 PROGRAMMABLE FREQUENCY CODES........... 15TABLE #2 INTERFERENCE ELIMINATORPROGRAMMABLE CODES.................................. 16TABLE #3 DIGITAL INTERFERENCE ELIMINATORPROGRAMMABLE CODES.................................. 16HOW TO PROGRAM RADIO-WIDE FEATURES............... 17HOW TO ASSIGN A FUNCTION TO A P KEYPROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION BUTTON ................. 18HOW TO DELETE A CHANNEL ............................... 19RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS AND CONTROLINFORMATION ............................................. 20RITRON LIMITED WARRANTY ................................ 22CONTENTSii© 2005 - 2006 Ritron, Inc. All rights reserved. Ritron, Patriot, Jobcom, OutPost, GateGuard, RadioNexus, Quiet Call and QuickAssist are registered trademarks of Ritron, Inc. Quick Talk, Liberty are trademarks of Ritron, Inc.

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comFCC REGULATIONSLICENSING The FCC requires the owners of J Series radios to obtain astation license before using them.The station licensee is responsible for ensuring that transmitter power, frequencyand deviation are within the limits specified by the station license. The stationlicensee is also responsible for proper operation and maintenance of the radioequipment. This includes checking the transmitter frequency and deviationperiodically, using appropriate methods.To get a FCC license for VHF or UHF frequencies, submit FCC application Form600 as indicated in the block at right. Your Ritron dealer can help you with thisprocess.SAFETY STANDARDS The FCC has adopted a safety standard for RF energyexposure awareness and control information, and operational instructions for FCCoccupational use requirements. Refer to page 20 for complete details.Service - Federal law prohibits you from making any internal adjustments to thetransmitter, and/ or from changing transmit frequencies unless you arespecifically designated by the licensee.If your radio equipment fails to operate properly, or you wish to have the radioprogrammed, contact your authorized dealer or Ritron.RITRON, INC., Repair DepartmentP. O. Box 1998Carmel, IN 46082-1998 USAPhone: 317-846-1201FAX: 317-846-49781HOW TO OBTAIN AN FCC RADIO LICENSE Federal 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 licensebefore operating their equipment. Make applicationfor your FCC license on FCC Forms 600 and 159.To have forms and instructions faxed to you bythe FCC, call the FCC Fax-On-Demand systemat 202-418-0177 from your fax machine;request Document 000600 & Form 159.To have Document 000600 & Form 159 mailedto you, call the FCC Forms Hotline at800-418-FORM (800-418-3676).For help with questions concerning thelicense application, contact the FCC at888-CALL-FCC (888-225-5322).You must decide which radio frequency(ies) youcan operate on before filling out yourapplication; refer to Table 1 on page 15 of thismanual.For help determining your frequencies, callRitron at 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872).

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comAbout This User GuideThis user guide covers two J Series model radios. Your model number is shown on the inside of the radio.2Model J-V110 J-U410Frequency Band VHF UHFTransmit Pwr Out Hi/Lo (Watt) 5/2 * 4/2 *Channel Capacity up to 10 + WX up to 10Selectable Frequency Codes 26 77Interference Eliminator Codes 158 possible 158 possibleNOAA Weather Channel 7 possible N/AProgramble Function Buttons 3 assignable PFBs 3 assignable PFBsEmergency Call Feature Yes YesVoice Scrambler Yes YesVOX Capability Yes Yes* Per FCC regulations certain frequencies (see frequency listing) are pre-set to operate at 2 Watt maximum.

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comRadio ControlsFIG. - 2:10. Accessory ConnectorConnects headsets, remote speaker/microphones and other accessories. Replaceattached dust cap when not in use.11. Spring Action Belt Clip12. Battery Release LatchesFIG. - 3:P Keys or Programmable Function Buttons (PFB)These buttons can be re-programmed for one of severalfunctions refer to page 18.FIG. - 1: 1. On-Off / Volume KnobTurn clockwise to turn the radio ON. Turn fullycounter clockwise to turn OFF. Rotate to adjustvolume. 2. Push to Talk Button (PTT)Push and hold to transmit; release to listen. 3. Up/ Down Scroll Buttons 4. LED IndicatorLights RED while transmitting.Lights Green while receiving a call. 5. LCD Display 6. Keypad Lock/MenuKeypad Lock function is permanently assigned tothis button in normal operation. Also serves as MenuButton in programming mode. See additional noteson page 11. 7. Microphone 8. Speaker 9. Antenna3The numbers below refer to the illustrations on the next page.(press momentarily)(on radio) P Key Location Default Function P1 P2 Side MonitorOrange (top) Emergency Call P3 P (front) Scan(also serves as SAVEin programming mode)

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comRadio Buttons & ControlsFIG.-19 Antenna1 Volume Knob8 Speaker7 Microphone3 Up / DownScroll5 LCD Display2 PTT Button4 TX/RX LED6 Keypad Lock/ Menu4FIG.-210 Accessory Connector11 Spring Action Belt Clip12 BatteryRelease Latches(right & Left sides)FIG.-3P3P2P1 (Orange)3 ProgrammableFunction Buttons

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comScan Indicator  Appears when ChannelScan is ON.Display IconsTo provide additional feedback to the radio user, theLED display has several status icons. Some statusicons are radio wide. Other icons appear only IF thefeature is set to ON for the current operating channel. Symbol Name/FunctionSignal Strength Indicator  showsreceived signal strength of an incomingcall.Full circle = strong signal¾ circle = moderate signal½ circle = acceptable signal¼ circle = very weak signalH/L - Indicates power (High or Low) settingof individual channel.Keypad Lock  Appears when keypad lockis ON.Bell  Appears when keypad tones areON.Battery Level Indicator:3 Bars = full charge2 bars = 66%1 = bar 33%Hands-Free VOX Indicator  Appearswhen Hands-Free feature is ON. Symbol Name/FunctionScrambler Indicator  Appears whenVoice Scrambler is ON.Talk Around Indicator  Appears whenradio is operating on the Talk Aroundchannel.5

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com1. Fit the tabs at the bottom of the batteryinto the slots at the bottom of the radios body.2. Press the top part of the battery towards theradio until both latches firmly attach to theradio.Attaching the Battery1. Turn off the radio.2. Slide the latches located on both sides of thebattery downwards at the same time.3. Pull the top part of the battery away from theradios body, and remove the battery.Removing the Battery122316

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comJ Series Audio AccessoriesRitron offers a wide range of audio accessories and headsets to help customize your J Series radio for yourapplication. All J Series audio accessories include a durable, injection molded strain relief. The strain reliefkeeps the audio accessory firmly attached to the J Series radio during use and attaches to the radio using 2Phillips head screws (provided). 12356 1. To attach audio accessory to the J Series radio- first remove the Phillips head screw holding the rubberdust cover in place. (see diagram below).2. Remove the Phillips head screw on the inside bottom of the dust cover area.3. Remove inner foam gasket.4. Place these items in a secure place for future possible use.5. Attach audio accessory to the J Series radio. (see diagram for proper position of strain relief). Cordleading to the headset or speaker mic of the accessory must be directed toward the top of the radio.6. Do NOT over-tighten or apply excessive force when securing Phillips heads screws. Snug top andbottom screws down to the molded strain relief.7

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comRSM-5X Remote Speaker Microphone w/ rotatingspring action clipSpeaker/mic can be attached to clothing close tomouth and ears allowing easier communicationwithout removing radio from belt.RHD-10X Earbud w/ pendant PTT w/ built-inmicrophone and clip.Enables private listening and great for noisyenvironments. Mic with PTT can be attached to clothingfor easy activation.RHD-11X Security type earpiece w/ pendant PTTwith built-in microphone and clip.Allows private listening and remote PTT forapplications requiring more discrete communications.RHD-12X Lightweight behind-the-head headset w/boom mic and pendant PTT.Great for noisy environments! Single ear headset withboom mic and in-line PTT.8RSM-5XRHD-12XRHD-10XRHD-11XNote: All J Series audio accessories are VOX capable.

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com1. To turn the radio ON, turn the knob clockwise.To turn the radio OFF, turn the knob fully counterclockwise.2. To adjust volume UP, turn the knob clockwise.To turn the volume DOWN, turn the knob counterclockwise.1. Align the threaded end of the antenna with theradios antenna connector.2. Turn the antenna clockwise to attach to the radio.Attaching the Antenna* Do not use radio or activate transmitter unless antenna is securely fastened to radio.* Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna.NOTE:ON/OFF and Volume Control10

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comSelect the desired channel by using the Up/Down button. When held down, channels changecontinuously.To check channel activity, press the monitorbutton.To talk, press and hold the PTT button and speakinto the microphone on the radio. Release tolisten.Note: For maximum clarity hold the radio 2-3 inches awayfrom your mouth and speak in a normal tone of voice.Operating the RadioThis radio offers up to 10 channels.11Emergency Call Feature(Default P1 KEY-orange button)The Emergency Call feature allows the radio user toimmediately notify all other radios on the same channel.For example, if the radio user should become injured,trapped or is in danger, a simple push of the orangebutton (factory default) will activate the Emergency Callfeature.The Emergency Call feature operates as follows:1. Press and hold for 2 seconds the programmed toactivate the Emergency Call feature (factory defaultis the P1 KEY  orange button on top of the radio).2. The radio then sends an alert tone to all other radioson the same channel. Alert tone also sounds in thespeaker of the radio.3. Transmitter on sending radio will automatically keyup and transmit for a number of seconds after thealert tone ends.4. This allows any audio present at the initiating radioto be transmitted hands free to all other radios onthe system; e.g. a call for help.Default Setting: The Emergency Call will repeat 2 timesand can be cancelled at anytime by momentarilypressing the appropriate P KEY (orange button).Keypad LockThe button serves as the keypad lock. To turn ON,PRESS AND HOLD the button for 3 seconds. Keypadlock icon will be displayed when ON. To turn OFF, pressand HOLD button for 3 seconds, keypad lock icon willdisappear. Keypad lock feature prevents accidentalactivation of the buttons on the front of the radio (the PTTbutton, P1 and P2 keys do not lock).

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comNOAA Weather Radio (NWR) Feature12As an added benefit, your J Series radio is capable ofreceiving broadcasts from the National Weather Service.Use this extremely useful feature during times ofhazardous weather or simply to better schedule activitiesthat are weather dependent.The National Weather Service (NWR) broadcasts aretransmitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your areahas a specific NOAA weather frequency. To find thefrequency for your area go to:http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/nwrbro.htmClick on your state. Then click on the county closest toyou. You will see a frequency listed. Match the frequencyfor your area with 1 of the 7 listed in the table on thispage.Refer to page 17 [NOAA WX] How To Program Radio-Wide Features for details on how to program yourJ Series radio to a National Weather Service frequency.When youve programmed the NOAA WX feature into yourradio, [NOAA WX] will appear as the last channelprogrammed in your radio.You may select from the National Weather Servicefrequencies listed below:NOAA WEATHER BROADCAST FREQUENCY TABLE Code FrequencyW1 162.400W2 162.425W3 162.450W4 162.475W5 162.500W6 162.525W7 162.550

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com13How To Read-Out Frequency and Tone Code SettingsStep 4. Radio will then display [READY] and return to normal operation.Step 5. To read-out a different channel repeat steps 1-4 for each channel.Step 6. Turn radio OFF then ON again to return to normal operation.Note: If no Tone Code is programmed, the display will read: [ T 4 4 2T X ] 44 = No Tone* If no 2-Tone Code is programmed, display will read: [ 2T X ]. 2-Tone feature not available in all J Series models.This step allows you to read-out on a per-channel-basis what the frequency code and interference eliminatortone code settings are in your radio.Step 1. With radio ON, select the channel # you want to read-out.Step 2. Turn radio OFF,Step 3. HOLD the button and Turn radio ON.Note: Continue to HOLD button until the following appears on the display: Frequency Tone 2-Tone* Ch # Code # Code # Code # Display will read for 3 seconds = [CH _ _ F _ _ ] then . [T _ _ _ 2T _ ]

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comHow To Program Per-Channel FeaturesTo match other radios, the owner can select from a table of frequency codes and interference eliminator codes. Inorder to talk to other radios, the channel must be programmed to the same frequency and the same tone code.The following list of features can be programmed on a Per-Channel basis.14 Options Description of the feature[FREQ] Codes Select a Frequency code for a channel. Choose from 26 VHF frequencies or 77 UHF frequencies.[TONE] Codes Select a Tone code for channel. Choose from 158 interference eliminator codes. Tone codes screen-outother users not in your group. All radios must be the same code to talk.[CH SCAN] Select ON to mark a channel to be included in the scan list. Select OFF (default) to delete a channelfrom the scan list. Marked channels will be scanned when Scan feature is activated. You mustassign Scan function to a programmable function button (PFB) to activate. See Radio-Wide andPFB Programming.[SCRAMBLE] Select ON to activate Voice Scrambling for a specific channel. If ON, icon will be displayed and radiowill operate in Scramble mode on this channel. To be heard, all radios must have Scramble ON. [VOX] Select ON to activate Hands-Free VOX for a specific channel. No accessory required. If ON, radio willoperate Hands-Free on this channel and icon will be displayed. To adjust level of audio required totrigger radio transmitter refer to page 17 [VOX LEV] How To Program Radio-Wide Features.Step 1. HOLD Push-To-Talk button and turn radio ON.Step 2. Radio will sound triple beep, then [CH PROG] willbe displayed for 3 sec. Then [CH  1] or theprogrammed name will be displayed.Step 3. Use to select the desired channel[CH _ _ ], pick 1-10.Step 4. Press for Per Channel option (see list above).Step 5. Use to go to a specific option; e.g. [FREQ],[TONE], [2-TONE], [CH SCAN], [SCRAMBLE], [VOX].Step 6. Press to select a desired option e.g. [FREQ].Display will then show current setting of theselected option.Step 7. Use Buttons to scroll option sub-list; e.g.[FREQ] codes or [TONE] code lists.Step 8. Press button to SAVE selection. Display willshow selected feature. Example: [FREQ].Step 9. Use to select a different Per-ChannelFeature for the channel; e.g. [TONE]  and RepeatSteps 7  8 or...Step10. To select a different channel to program, PRESS theOrange button on top of the radio. Display willshow the last channel programmed; e.g. [CH  1].Repeat Steps 3  8 or...Step11. To return to normal operation turn radio OFF andthen ON.Important: If a Frequency Code is changed you must also reprogram the Tone Code.

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com*2-digit Frequency placeholder code (Refer toHow to Delete a Channel on page 19).** MURS frequencies - The 5 MURS frequenciesdo not require an FCC license. All otherfrequencies require an FCC license. Refer topage 1 for license information.VHF MURS ** Code MHz Color BandNo. Dot Width-- NONE *^01 154.6000 Green Dot 2 5^02 154.5700 Blue Dot 2 5^19 151.8200 MURS 12.5^20 151.8800 MURS 12.5^21 151.9400 MURS 12.5^22 154.6000 MURS/Green12.5^23 154.5700 MURS/Blue12.5VHF Business Band Code MHz Color BandNo. Dot Width03 151.6250 Red Dot 2504 151.9550 Purple Dot 2505 151.9250 2506 154.5400 2507 154.5150 2508 154.6550 2509 151.6850 2510 151.7150 2511 151.7750 2512 151.8050 2513 151.8350 2514 151.8950 2515 154.4900 25 16 151.6550 2517 151.7450 2518 151.8650 2524 151.7000 12.525 151.7600 12.5 26 152.7000 25UHF Business BandCode MHz Color BandNo. Dot Width^27 467.8750 Gold Star 12.5^28 467.9000 Red Star 12.5^29 467.9250 Blue Star 12.530 461.0375 12.531 461.0625 12.532 461.0875 12.533 461.1125 12.5 34 461.1375 12.535 461.1625 12.5 36 461.1875 12.537 461.2125 12.538 461.2375 12.539 461.2625 12.540 461.2875 12.541 461.3125 12.542 461.3375 12.543 461.3625 12.544 462.7625 12.545 462.7875 12.5 46 462.8125 12.547 462.8375 12.548 462.8625 12.549 462.8875 12.550 462.9125 12.551 464.4875 12.552 464.5125 12.5 UHF Business Band Code MHz Color BandNo. Dot Width-- NONE *^01 467.7625 J 25 ^02 467.8125 K 25 03 464.5500 Yellow Dot 25 04 464.5000 Brown Dot 25^05 467.8500 Silver Star 25^06 467.8750 Gold Star 25^07 467.9000 Red Star 25^08 467.9250 Blue Star 25 09 469.2625 25 10 462.5750 White Dot 25 11 462.6250 Black Dot 25 12 462.6750 Orange Dot 25 13 464.3250 25 14 464.8250 25 15 469.5000 25 16 469.5500 25 17 463.2625 25 18 464.9125 25 19 464.6000 25 20 464.7000 25 21 462.7250 25 22 464.5000 Brown Dot 12.5 23 464.5500 Yellow Dot 12.5^24 467.7625 J 12.5 ^25 467.8125 K 12.5 ^26 467.8500 Silver Star 12.5Per FCC rules and regulations, agiven radio must not beprogrammed to contain a mix ofboth VHF Business Band and VHFMURS frequencies.RADIO PROGRAMMINGTABLE #1: PROGRAMMABLE FREQUENCY CODES15^ By FCC rule these frequencies arelimited to 2 Watt maximum power output.

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comUHF Business Band Code MHz Color BandNo. Dot Width 53 464.5375 12.5 54 464.5625 12.5 55 466.0375 12.5 56 466.0625 12.5 57 466.0875 12.5 58 466.1125 12.5 59 466.1375 12.5 60 466.1625 12.5 61 466.1875 12.5 62 466.2125 12.5 63 466.2375 12.5 64 466.2625 12.5 65 466.2875 12.5 66 466.3125 12.5 67 466.3375 12.5 68 466.3625 12.5 ^69 467.7875 12.5 ^70 467.8375 12.5 ^71 467.8625 12.5 ^72 467.8875 12.5 ^73 467.9125 12.5 74 469.4875 12.5 75 469.5125 12.5 76 469.5375 12.5 77 469.5625 12.5 TABLE #2: INTERFERENCE ELIMINATORPROGRAMMABLE QC TONE CODESTABLE #3: DIGITAL INTERFERENCE ELIMINATORPROGRAMMABLE DQC CODESCode Numbers356364365371411412413423431432445446452454455023025026031032036043047051053054065071072073074114115116122125131132134143145152155156162165172174205212223225226243244245246251252255261263265266271274306311315325331332343346351462464465466503506516523532546565606612624627631632645654662664703712723731732734743754-- NONE01 67.0 18 123.0 35 225.702 71.9 19 127.3 36 233.603 74.4 20 131.8 37 241.804 77.0 21 136.5 38 250.305 79.7 22 141.3 39 69.406 82.5 23 146.2 40 159.807 85.4 24 151.4 41 165.508 88.5 25 156.7 42 171.309 91.5 26 162.2 43 177.310 94.8 27 167.9 44 No Tone11 97.4 28 173.8 4 5 183.512 100.0 29 179.9 46 189.913 103.5 30 186.2 47 196.614 107.2 31 192.8 48 199.515 110.9 32 203.5 49 206.516 114.8 33 210.7 50 229.117 118.8 34 218.1 51 254.1Code No. Hz Code No. Hz Code No. HzRADIO PROGRAMMINGTABLE #1: CONT.16^ By FCC rule these frequencies arelimited to 2 Watt maximum power output.

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comHow To Program Radio-Wide FeaturesThe following list of features can be programmed on a Radio-Wide basis. These settings will uniformly affectradio operation on all channels.17Options Description of the feature[VOX LEV] Select VOX Level. 0 to 15, Higher number = Lower level of audio required to key radio transmitter.Ex:15 = whisper trigger. Must also program channel for VOX operation. See page 14.[SQ LEV] Select Squelch Level. 0 to15, Higher number = decreases receiver sensitivity. With higher number theradio will hear only the strongest, closest signals.[EMERGENC] Factory Default = [ON] and feature is by factory default assigned to P2 Key. Can turn feature OFF or ON. IfON, must also assign this feature to one of the Programmable Function Button. See page 18.[P1 Key] Factory Default = [EMERGENC]. Allows access to one specific feature. See page 18 for list.[P2 Key] Factory Default = [MONITOR]. Allows access to one specific feature. See page 18 for list.[P3 Key] Factory Default = [SCAN]. Allows access to one specific feature. See page 18 for list.[ALERTS] Factory Default = [ON]. Select ON for keypad tones when button is pressed. Icon will be displayed whenON. Keypad Tones OFF allows silent operation.[EAR PTT] Select ON if earphone only is used. When earphone only is connected to radio, microphone on radio will beactive when PTT is pressed.[WEATHER] Factory Default = [W7]. Select NONE or choose from 7 National Weather Broadcast RX frequencies. Ifselected, [NOAA WX] will be displayed after last programmed channel. Choose [NONE] to turn feature OFF.Go to www.noaa.nws.gov/nws/nwrbro/htm to find frequency of NOAA Weather Broadcast for your area.To Program Radio-Wide Settings:Step 1. HOLD the MONITOR button and turn radio ON. Radiowill sound triple beep, then [PROGRAM ] will flashon the display for 3 sec. [VOX LEV] will appear firston display.Step 2. Use buttons to scroll to one of the Radio-Wide features. e.g. [VOX LEV], [SQ LEV],[EMERGENC], [P1 KEY], [P2 KEY], [P3 KEY],[ALERTS], [EAR PTT], OR [WEATHER (VHF only)].Step 3. Press for the current setting of the selectedRadio-Wide feature.Step 4. Use buttons to scroll sub-list settingoptions such as; [1-15] Level Settings; ON or OFFSetting; or individual Key function options.Step 5. Press button to SAVE the sub-list settingselection. Display will then return to selectedRadio-Wide feature,Step 6. To program another Radio-Wide setting repeatSteps 2 - 5 or...Step 7. To return to normal operation turn radio OFF andthen ON.VHF models only

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comHow To Assign A Function To A P KEY (Programmable Function Button)There are 3 Programmable Function Buttons on the J Series radio (P1, P2 and P3). See FIG 3 below for theirlocation on the radio. You can assign each of these buttons or P keys to perform 1 specific function whenpressed. The functions you may choose from are listed below:18Options Description of the feature[NONE]P KEY will perform no function when pressed.[SCAN KEY] When P KEY pressed, radio will scan markedchannels. Icon will display when ON. See CH SCANon page 14.[EMERGENC] When P KEY pressed, radio sends Emergency signalto other radios on same frequency.[CALL KEY] Press and hold the P KEY to send a unique Call Toneto let others know you are about to talk.[MONITOR] When P KEY pressed, radio will monitor traffic on thechannel without tone.[TX PWR KEY] When P KEY pressed, will toggle* transmit power ofselected channel frequency, between HI and LOWpower. Icon H or L will be displayed.To Program P KEYs :Step 1. HOLD the MONITOR button and turn radio ON. Radiowill sound triple beep, then [PROGRAM] will flashon the display for 3 sec. [VOX LEV] will appear firston display.Step 2. Use buttons to scroll to the PFB you wish toprogram: [P1 KEY], [P2 KEY] or [P3 KEY].Step 3. Press to see current setting of the specificP KEY you have selected.Step 4. Use buttons to scroll sub-list settingoptions listed above.Step 5. Press the button to SAVE your sub-listing option.Display will then show the last P KEY programmed;e.g. [P_ KEY].Step 6. To program another [P_ KEY] repeat Steps 2 - 5or...Step 7. To return to normal operation turn radio OFF andthen ON.P3P2P1 (Orange)3 ProgrammableFunction Buttons* NOTE: Certain frequencies are limited by the FCC to 2 Watt maximum output. See pages 15 &16.

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comHow To Delete A ChannelTo delete a channel from your channel list, follow these instructions. Deleting a channel will remove that channelnumber from the display. It is not necessary to delete a channel if you merely wish to change the frequency and/or tone settings. To change frequency or tone settings see How To Program Per-Channel Features on page 14.19To Program Channel Delete:Step 1. HOLD Push-To-Talk button and turn radio ON.Step 2. Radio will sound triple beep, then [CH PROG] willflash on display for 3 sec. Then [CH  1] or aprogrammed name will appear on the display.Step 3. Use to select the channel you want todelete [CH _ _], 1-10.Step 4. Press for Per-Channel Feature listStep 5. Display will show [FREQ].Step 6. Press to select [FREQ]. Display will thenshow current frequency code for the channel; e.g.[F C_ _ ].Step 7. Use buttons to scroll to [NONE]Step 8. Press button to SAVE [NONE] selection.Display will show selected feature; e.g. [FREQ].Step 9. To select a different channel, PRESS the P1 Key(orange button) on the top of radio. Display willshow the last channel deleted; e.g. [CH  1].Repeat Steps 3  8 orStep 10. To return to normal operation turn radio OFF andthen ON.Step 11. The channel(s) you deleted will not appear onthe display in normal operation.

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comRF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATIONRF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS AND CONTROLINFORMATION, AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCCOCCUPATIONAL USE REQUIREMENTSBEFORE USING YOUR PORTABLE 2-WAY RADIO, READ THISIMPORTANT RF ENERGY AWARENESS AND CONTROLINFORMATION AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURECOMPLIANCE WITH THE FCCS RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES.NOTICE: This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlledconditions, where users have full knowledge of their exposureand can exercise control over their exposure to meet FCC limits.This radio device is NOT authorized for general population,consumer, or any other use.This 2-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency(RF) spectrum to provide communications between two or moreusers over a distance. It uses radio frequency (RF) energy or radiowaves to send and receive calls. RF energy is one form ofelectromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are not limitedto, electric power, sunlight and x-rays. RF energy, however, shouldnot be confused with these other forms of electromagnetic energy,which when used improperly can cause biological damage.Very high levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues andgenetic material.Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health and industrywork with organizations to develop standards for exposure to RFenergy. These standards provide recommended levels of RFexposure for both workers and the general public. Theserecommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins ofprotection. All 2-way radios marketed in North America aredesigned, manufactured and tested to ensure they meetgovernment established RF exposure levels. In addition,manufacturers also recommend specific operating instructions tousers of 2-way radios. These instructions are important becausethey inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simpleprocedures on how to control it. Please refer to the followingwebsites for more information on what RF energy exposure is andhow to control your exposure to assure compliance with establishedRF exposure limits.http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.htmlhttp://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.htmlFEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION REGULATIONSThe FCC rules require manufacturers to comply with the FCC RFenergy exposure limits for portable 2-way radios before they canbe marketed in the U.S. When 2-way radios are used as aconsequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fullyaware of and able to control their exposure to meet occupationalrequirements. Exposure awareness can be facilitated by the useof a product label directing users to specific user awarenessinformation. Your Ritron J Series 2-way radio has an RF exposureproduct label. Also, this user manual includes information andoperating instructions required to control your RF exposure and tosatisfy compliance requirements. (See following page)COMPLIANCE WITH RF EXPOSURE STANDARDSYour Ritron J Series 2-way radio is designed and tested to complywith a number of national and international standards andguidelines (listed below) for human exposure to radio frequencyelectromagnetic energy. This radio complies with the IEEE andICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposureenvironment at operating duty factors of up to 50% transmittingand is authorized by the FCC for occupational use only. In termsof measuring RF energy for compliance with the FCC exposureguidelines, your radio radiates measurable RF energy only whileit is transmitting (during talking), not when it is receiving (listening)or in standby mode.NOTE: The approved batteries supplied with this radio are ratedfor a 5-5-90 duty factor (5% talk-5% listen - 90% standby), eventhough this radio complies with the FCC occupational RF exposurelimits and may operate at duty factors of up to 50% talk.20

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com21Your Ritron J Series 2-way radio complies with the following RFenergy exposure standards and guidelines: United States Federal Communications Commission, Codeof Federal Regulations; 47 CFR §§ 1.1307, 1.1310, 2.1091and 2.1093 American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute ofElectrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992 Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 EditionRF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE AND CONTROL GUIDELINES ANDOPERATING INSTRUCTIONSTo control your exposure and ensure compliance with theoccupational/controlled environment exposure limits alwaysadhere to the following procedures.GUIDELINES: Do not remove the RF Exposure Label from the device. This user manual should accompany device whentransferred to other users. Do not use this device if the operational requirementsdescribed herein are not met.OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of thetime. To transmit (talk), push the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button.To receive calls, release the PTT button. Transmitting 50%of the time, or less, is important because this radio generatesmeasurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting (interms of measuring for standards compliance). Hold the radio in a vertical position in front of face with themicrophone (and the other parts of the radio, including theantenna) at least one inch (2.5 cm) away from the nose.Keeping the radio at the proper distance is importantbecause RF exposures decrease with distance from theantenna. Antenna should be kept away from eyes. When worn on the body, always place the radio in a Ritronapproved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for thisproduct. Using approved body-worn accessories is importantbecause the use of Ritron or other manufacturers non-approved accessories may result in exposure levels, whichexceed the FCCs occupational/controlled environment RFexposure limits. If you are not using a body-worn accessory and are not usingthe radio in the intended use position in front of the face,then ensure the antenna and the radio are kept at least 2.5cm (one inch) from the body when transmitting. Keeping theradio at the proper distance is important because RFexposures decrease with increasing distance from theantenna. Use only Ritron approved supplied or replacement antennas,batteries, and accessories. Use of non- Ritron approvedantennas, batteries, and accessories may exceed the FCCRF exposure guidelines. For a list of Ritron approved accessories (see this usermanual), or (visit the following website which lists approvedaccessories: http://www.ritron.com, or (contact the radiomanufacturer at 800-872-1872.)CONTACT INFORMATIONFor additional information on exposure requirements or otherinformation, contact Ritron at 800-872-1872.

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.comWHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: RITRON, INC. ("RITRON") pro-vides the following warranty against defects in materials and/or work-manship in RITRON J-V110 AND J-U410 PORTABLE RADIOS undernormal use and service during the applicable warranty period, asstated below. "Accessories" means antennas, holsters, chargers, ear-phones, speaker/microphones, and items contained in the program-ming and programming/service kits. Rechargeable batteries will be re-placed during the applicable warranty period only if leakage occurs orthe batteries drop below 75% of rated capacity.WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: Any technical information provided with the covered product or anyother products; Installation, maintenance or service of the product, unless this iscovered by a separate written agreement with RITRON; Any products not furnished by RITRON which are attached or usedwith the covered product, or defects or damage from the use of thecovered product with equipment that is not covered; Defects or damage, including broken antennas, resulting from:- misuse, abuse, improper maintenance, alteration, modification,neglect, accident or act of God, or,- the use of covered products other than in normal and customarymanner, or,- improper testing or installation; Defects or damages from unauthorized disassembly, repair ormodification, or where unauthorized disassembly, repair or modifica-tion prevents inspection and testing necessary to validate warrantyclaims; Defects or damages in which the serial number has been removed,altered or defaced.IMPORTANT: This warranty sets forth the full extent of RITRON's ex-press responsibilities regarding the covered products, and is given inlieu of all other express warranties. What RITRON has agreed to doabove is your sole and exclusive remedy. No person is authorized tomake any other warranty to you on behalf of RITRON. Warranties im-plied by state law, such as implied warranties of merchantability andfitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the duration of this lim-ited warranty as it applies to the covered product. Incidental and con-sequential damages are not recoverable under this warranty (this in-cludes loss of use or time, inconvenience, business interruption, com-mercial loss, lost profits or savings). Some states do not allow theexclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so theabove limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. Becauseeach covered product system is unique, RITRON disclaims liabil-ity for range, coverage, or operation of the system as a wholeunder this warranty.WHO IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY: This warranty is givenonly to the purchaser or lessee of covered products when acquired foruse, not resale. This warranty is not assignable or transferable.HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE: To receive warranty service,you must deliver or send the defective product, delivery costs and in-surance prepaid, within the applicable warranty period, to RITRON,INC., 505 West Carmel Drive, Carmel, Indiana 46032, Attention: War-ranty Department. Please point out the nature of the defect in asmuch detail as you can. You MUST retain your sales or lease re-ceipt (or other written evidence of the date of purchase) and de-liver it along with the product. If RITRON chooses to repair or re-place a defective product, RITRON may replace the product or anypart or component with reconditioned product, parts or components.Replacements are covered for the balance of the original applicablewarranty period. All replaced covered products, parts or componentsbecome RITRON's property.RIGHTS TO SOFTWARE RETAINED: Title and all rights or licenses topatents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in any RITRONsoftware contained in covered products are and shall remain inRITRON. RITRON nevertheless grants you a limited non-exclusive,transferable right to use the RITRON software only in conjunction withcovered products. No other license or right to the RITRON software isgranted or permitted.YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAW: This warranty gives you spe-cific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary fromstate to state.WHERE THIS WARRANTY IS VALID: This warranty is valid onlywithin the United States, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.RITRON, INC. LIMITED WARRANTYWHAT IS COVERED FOR HOW LONG WHAT RITRON WILL DOJ Series 1 year * During the first year after datePortable Radio of purchase, RITRON will repairor replace the defective product,at RITRON's option, parts andlabor included at no charge.Ritron Rechargeable 1 year * Ritron willl replace the defectiveBatteries batteryAccessories 90 days * *After date of purchase22

Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com505 West Carmel Drive  Carmel, IN 46032  USAP. O. Box 1998  Carmel, IN 46082-1998  USAPh: 317-846-1201  Fax: 317-846-4978  Email: ritron@ritron.com  Website: www.ritron.comBase Station/Wireless IntercommFixed location 2-way radio, desktop orwall-mount capable. Never needsrecharging, its AC powered.JMX Series PortablesSmall but sturdy 2-way radios permitan efficient mobile command centerfor an array of commercial uses.OutPost XT CallboxTalk at the push of a buttonto radio equipped personnel.Improves safety and workflow.

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