Ritron RIT24-460 UHF MOBILE TRANSCEIVER User Manual rpm460userman

Ritron Inc UHF MOBILE TRANSCEIVER rpm460userman

USERS MANUAL

TYPE OF EXHIBIT:USERS MANUALFCC PART: 2.1033(c)(3)IC PART: RSP-100, Section 7.2(b)MANUFACTURER:RITRON, Inc.MODEL:RPM-460TYPE OF UNIT:UHF Mobile TransceiverFCC ID: AIERIT24-460IC ID: 1084A-24460DATE: March 15, 2006
RITRONRPM “60” SERIESFM MOBILE RADIOUSER MANUAL
Table of Contents_______________________________________________INTRODUCTIONOWNER INFORMATIONSTANDARD FEATURESACCESSORIESRADIO CONTROLSOPERATIONWARRANTY
INTRODUCTION___________________________________________________The RPM 60 Series Mobile is a programmable, two-way radio that can transmit and receive on any one of 15channels in the professional FM communications band (VHF or UHF band). This radio features (2) programmablefront panel buttons and a single digit alpha-numeric LED display. Each channel can be programmed to contain aunique set of operating frequencies and options. These options include industry standard signaling formats: QuietCall, Digital Quiet Call, Selcall(5 Tone/7 Tone), DTMF and 2-Tone.INSPECTIONThe radio package includes a Ritron mobile radio, microphone, and mounting kit. Review the installationinstructions in the mounting kit for a complete list of parts included. Examine all of the equipment immediately afterdelivery and report any damages to the shipping company.MODEL IDENTIFICATIONRPM-160/RPM-460The label attached to the back of the mobile includes both the FCC and Canadian identification numbers, radioserial number, radio model number, and operating frequency range. Ritron’s address, telephone number, andwebsite are also included on the label.
OWNER INFORMATION_____________________________________________FCC REGULATIONSThe FCC requires you to obtain a station license for your radios before using the equipment to transmit. Thestation licensee is responsible for ensuring that transmitter power, frequency, and deviation are within the limitsspecified by the station license. The station licensee is also responsible for proper operation and maintenance ofhis radio equipment. This includes checking the transmitter frequency and deviation periodically, using approvedmethods.
Your RITRON dealer can help you obtain an FCC license. To receive an FCC license for VHF or UHF frequencies,you must submit FCC application Form 600.HOW TO OBTAIN AN FCC RADIO LICENSEBecause your Ritron radio operates on Private Land Mobile frequencies, it is subject to the Rules and Regulationsof the FCC, which requires all operators of these frequencies to obtain a station license before operating theirequipment. Make application for your FCC license on FCC Forms 600 and 159.To have forms and instructions faxed to you by the FCC, call the FCC Fax-On-Demand system at 202-418-0177from your fax machine; request Document 000600 & Form 159.To have Document 000600 & Form 159 mailed to you, call the FCC Forms Hotline at 800-418-FORM (800-418-3676).For help with questions concerning the license application, contact the FCC at 888-CALL-FCC (888-225-5322).You must decide which radio frequency(s) you can operate on before filling out your application.For help determining your frequencies, call RITRON at 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872).SAFETY STANDARDSThe FCC (with its action in General Docket 79-144, March 13, 1985) has adopted a safety standard for humanexposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment. Ritron observes theseguidelines and recommends that you do so also:• DO NOT operate a mobile radio transmitter when someone outside the vehicle is within two feet of theantenna.• DO NOT transmit with a fixed radio(base station, microwave, rural telephone RF equipment) or marineradio when someone is within two feet of the antenna.• DO NOT operate any radio transmitter unless all RF connectors are secure and any open connectors areproperly terminated.• DO NOT operate radio equipment near electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.• GROUND ALL RADIO EQUIPMENT according to RITRON’s installation sheet.• RITRON products should be repaired only by RITRON authorized personnel.
RF EXPOSUREThe RPM-460 has been evaluated for compliance with the maximum exposure limits for RF energy at the maximumpower rating of the unit with a common unity gain quarterwave magnetic mount mobile antenna. To ensurecompliance with the Occupational/Controlled maximum exposure limits, please observe the following:When the quarterwave remote magnetic mount antenna is used, mount the antenna in a location that will ensurethat all persons will be at least 12 inches (30 cm) away from the antenna.Antennas other than a quarterwave magnetic mount antenna must be tested with the RPM-460 for RF exposurecompliance in the environment in which it is to be used per the FCC’s OET Bulletin 65, Edition 97-01 or IndustryCanada RSS-102.SAFETY PRECAUTIONSRADIO MOUNTING LOCATIONConsider driver and passenger safety when you choose a location for the radio. Do not mount the unit overhead oron a sidewall unless you take special precautions, such as securing the radio with a safety strap.Improper installation increases the possibility that a car accident could dislodge the radio and make it a dangerousprojectile.VEHICLE OPERATION• ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS – Check the vehicle’s manual for possible warnings about operating a two-wayradio in a vehicle equipped with an electronic ignition or anti-skid braking system.• LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM (LP) GAS FUEL SYSTEM – Radio installation in a vehicle fueled by liquefiedpetroleum (LP) gas (with the LP gas container stored in a sealed-off space, such as a trunk) must conformto NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standard 58.• BATTERY POWER – Avoid leaving the radio turned on for long periods when the engine is off, as thiscould run down the vehicle’s battery.RADIO CAREGENERAL• MOISTURE – The mobile is not waterproof and should not be exposed to rain, or immersed.• EXTREME HEAT – Like all electronic equipment, the mobile should not be subjected to extreme heat, suchas• being exposed to direct sunlight in a closed vehicle.• VIBRATION/SHOCK – Although your Ritron mobile is designed to be rugged, it should not be expected tosurvive abuse. Avoid dropping the radio.• CHEMICALS – Detergents, alcohol, aerosol sprays, and/or petroleum products may damage the frontpanel and/or case. Clean the mobile’s exterior using a soft cloth moistened with water.
SERVICEFederal law prohibits you from making any internal adjustments to the transmitter, and from changing transmitfrequencies unless you are specifically designated by the licensee.If your equipment fails to operate properly, or you wish to have your mobile programmed, contact your authorizeddealer or RITRON’s Repair Department.RITRON, INC.Repair Department505 West Carmel DriveCarmel, IN. 46032 USAPhone: (317)846-1201Fax: (317)846-4978www.ritron.com
STANDARD FEATURES_____________________________________________• 15 Receive/Transmit channels• 30 watts RF Power output• High Sensitivity Receiver• Wideband/narrowband transmit/receive operation• Rugged aluminum, uni-body construction• Small, compact size: 2.1”H x 5.8”W x 6.3”L, 2lbs. 4oz.• Loud 5 watt, front mounted speaker• External speaker jack• Large, easy to read LED display• Dual-color transmit/busy indicator• Rotary On/Off Volume control• 2 Dual function programmable front panel buttonsChannel UpChannel downOn-Hook MonitorScan On/OffEncode Call toneEncode 2-ToneEncode 5 or 7 tone(Selcall)Encode DTMF ANINOAA WX Scan(RPM-160 only)Encode Emergency CallTalk-aroundHigh/Low Transmit Power• CTCSS/DCS encode/decode• 2-Tone encode/decode• DTMF encode• Optional MDC1200 encoder available• Channel scan, normal and priority• Companding• Scrambling• Auxiliary output connector• Hand microphone, hang-up clip, and hardware• Mobile mounting bracket and hardware• DC power cable and in-line fuse
ACCESSORIES____________________________________________________Contact your dealer or RITRON to purchase the following items:ITEM___ DESCRIPTION_____________________________________________________RM-4 Hand microphone, standardRM-6TT Hand microphone w/12-key DTMF keypadRM-6 Desktop microphoneRSP-5 External 5 watt speaker w/10ft. cord/3.5mm plugRAM-1545 Dual-Band(VHF/UHF) magnet-mount antenna w/20ft. RG-58 coax/BNCRAM-45 UHF ¼ wave whip magnet-mount antenna w/12 ft. RG-58 coax/PL-259RPMK-12 Installation Kit, includes:1 – Mobile mounting bracket1 – 12VDC power cable w/in-line fuse1 – Microphone hang-up bracketHardware and installation instructionsRPM-MRM RPM-160/460 Maintenance/Operating ManualFactory programming of channels, codes, and features also available.
RADIO CONTROLS – GENERAL______________________________________ON/OFF VOLUME CONTROLThe On/Off volume control knob switches the radio on and off, and adjust the volume level. To switch the radio on,rotate the control knob clockwise. To raise the volume level continue rotating the control clockwise.To lower the volume level, rotate the control counter-clockwise. To switch the radio off, completely rotate thecontrol counter-clockwise past the click position.CHANNEL DISPLAYThe LED display indicates the current channel number the radio is operating.PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION BUTTONSEach of the 2 front panel buttons may be PC programmed to 2 functions from the following list:Channel Up Encode 5 or 7-Tone(Selcall) High/Low Transmit PowerChannel down Encode DTMF ANI NOAA WX Scan(RPM-160 only)On-Hook Monitor Encode 2-ToneScan On/Off Encode Emergency CallNuisance Channel Delete Talk-aroundEncode Call toneOn/Off VolumeControl ChannelDisplay SpeakerTransmit/BusyIndicatorProgrammableFunction ButtonsMicrophoneJack
Each button can be programmed for a function with a momentary press and a function with a longer 2 second pressof the button. TRANSMIT / BUSY INDICATORThe transmit/busy indicator is a dual color LED. When the operating channel is busy, the TX/Busy LED will flashgreen. At any time when the radio is transmitting, the TX/Busy LED will light red continuously.SPEAKERAn internal 5 watt speaker is mounted behind the front panel for clear, crisp audio. An external speaker(RSP-5)may be plugged into the rear panel jack, which disconnects audio to the front speaker.MICROPHONE PTTPressing the microphone PTT button on the side of the microphone activates the radio’s transmitter. Whilepressing the PTT button, talk directly into the front of the microphone.MICROPHONE JACKThe microphone is connected to the front of the radio via modular plug. When you insert the plug, align it as shownbelow. The cord may be removed by pressing up on the underside of the rubber cover to unseat the plug’s lock-tab. The rubber cover is attached to the cord and should not be removed.MICROPHONE HANG-UPThe microphone hang-up controls squelch and monitor functions through a hook-switch circuit inside themicrophone. The microphone is off-hook(monitor/carrier squelch) when it is out of the hang-up clip. Themicrophone is on-hook(tone squelch, if programmed with QC/DQC tone) when it is in the hang-up clip.Microphone PTTMicrophoneHang-Up Clip
ANTENNA CONNECTORThe antenna connector is located on the back of the radio. It is a 50 ohm UHF Type connector. The radio iscapable of 40 watts maximum of RF power.EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACKThe external speaker is also located on the back of the radio. The connector is a 3.5mm stereo type connector.The connections to the speaker are made from the tip and sleeve of the connector. The internal audio amplifier iscapable of supplying 5 watts of audio power to a 4 ohm speaker.EXTERNAL DC POWER CONNECTORThe RPM mobile is powered from the back of the radio through a 2-pin connector. The power source must becapable of delivering 10 Amps @ 11-16VDC.AntennaConnectorExternal Speaker JackExternal DC PowerConnector
OPERATION______________________________________________________WHAT THE RADIO TONES MEANThe RITRON RPM mobile responds to certain instructions by sounding a tone or series of tones. These tones cantell you whether the radio is working as you expect.Power On: Single high frequency tone when the radio is turned on.Programmable Buttons: Single high frequency tone when the button is pressed.Receive Courtesy Beep: Single high frequency tone at the end of a received call to let the user know when toreply.Transmit Clear to Talk: Single high frequency tone after the PTT is pressed to let the user know when to beginspeaking.Busy Channel Lockout: A repeating single low frequency tone when the PTT is pressed while the channel isbusy.Transmit Time-Out: A repeating single low frequency tone after the PTT has been pressed longer than thetransmit time-out time period.2-Tone Decode: A fast alternating high and low frequency tone when the radio has decoded a valid 2-tone signal.Start/Resume Scan: A single low frequency tone when the radio begins/resumes the channel scan function.Last Active Channel: A single low frequency tone to alert the user what channel was last received during thechannel scan.Priority Scan Channel: A single high frequency tone during the channel scan to alert the user the Priority channelhas been received.Out-Of-Lock: A slow alternating high and low frequency tone to alert the user the radio synthesizer is notoperating correctly.Low Battery: A short high frequency tone every 20 seconds to alert the user that the supply voltage to the radiohas dropped below the minimum usable voltage.Channel 1 Marker Tone: When incrementing or decrementing the channels, a long, high frequency tone to alertthe user that the radio display is at Channel 1.Monitor/Squelch: If one of the programmable buttons is programmed for MONITOR and a channel isprogrammed for carrier, tone, or 2-Tone, when the Monitor button is pressed a single, double, or triple highfrequency tone will be heard.Tone Squelch – single toneCarrier Squelch – double tone2-Tone Squelch – triple toneCHANNEL SELECTIONThe RPM mobile provides 15 channels, each of which may be “dealer” programmed. The first nine channelsappear on the display as 1 through 9, and the next six channels are displayed as A through F (with b, c, and ddisplayed as lower case letters).You can move forward or backward through the channels, depending upon the programming of the programmablebuttons. If the buttons are programmed for Channel Up and Channel Down, then pressing and releasing the buttonprogrammed for Channel Up will increment the displayed channel. Pressing and releasing the button programmedfor Channel down will decrement the displayed channel. If only one button is programmed for channel selection,
either Channel Up or Channel Down, then pressing and releasing the button will cause the display to eitherincrement or decrement the displayed channel. Any time the display is incremented to or decremented to Channel1, then, a long tone is emitted to let you know you have reached Channel 1. This allows you to change channelswithout looking at the display.OPERATING MODESYou can hear calls with the RPM mobile in receive mode, and broadcast your voice with the RPM mobile in transmitmode.RECEIVEThe RPM mobile can receive broadcasts while the microphone PTT button is not being pressed. Whether you hearthese broadcasts depends upon the volume and squelch settings.VOLUME: You can set the volume by one of two ways.1. Press and release the programmable buttons while adjusting the volume control, using the tones as areference.2. When a received broadcast is heard, adjust the volume control to a desired level.SQUELCH: Squelch mutes the speaker so that interference from licensees outside of your group or backgroundnoise does not bother the user. There are three types of squelch in the RPM mobile. First is carriersquelch, which mutes the speaker if no on-channel transmissions strong enough for the radio to detectare present. The second is Quiet Call(coded) squelch. This mutes the speaker unless the radiodetects an incoming signal that carries the same Quiet Call(QC) code as programmed for the selectedchannel. The third is 2-Tone decode. This mutes the speaker unless the radio detects an incomingsignal that carries the same 2-Tone code as programmed for the selected channel.When you remove the microphone from the hang-up clip, Quiet Call squelch and 2-Tone decode aredisabled and the radio reverts to carrier squelch, allowing all on-channel transmissions strong enoughfor the radio to detect to be heard. (This is true, unless the radio is programmed for Channel MonitorLock-Out)MONITOR: Monitoring lets you hear all on-channel transmissions that are strong enough for the radio to detect.Monitoring a Channel Programmed with Quiet CallIf the channel is programmed with Quiet Call coded squelch, you can monitor the channel one of twoways.`1. Remove the microphone from the hang-up clip, or;2. Press and release the front panel button that is programmed for the Monitor function.The Monitor button may be programmed one of two ways; (see your dealer for programming)1. Toggle - In toggle mode, when the Monitor button is pressed and released, the radio is switchedbetween coded squelch and carrier squelch. If two beeps are heard when the button is pressedand released, the radio is in carrier squelch. If only one beep is heard when the button is pressedand released, the radio is in coded squelch.2. Momentary – In momentary mode, when the Monitor button is pressed and held, the radio isswitched to carrier squelch. When the button is released, the radio reverts back to coded squelch.You will hear 2 beeps when the button is pressed, and 1 beep when released. Monitoring a Channel Programmed with 2-Tone DecodeIf the channel is programmed with 2-Tone decode, you can monitor the channel one of two ways.`1. Remove the microphone from the hang-up clip, or;2. Press and release the front panel button that is programmed for the Monitor function.
The Monitor button may be programmed one of two ways; (see your dealer for programming)1. Toggle - In toggle mode, when the Monitor button is pressed and released, the radio is switchedbetween 2-Tone decode, coded squelch and carrier squelch. If one beep is heard when the buttonis pressed and released, the radio is in coded squelch. If only two beeps are heard when thebutton is pressed and released, the radio is in carrier squelch. If three beeps are heard, the radiois in 2-Tone decode squelch.2. Momentary – In momentary mode, when the Monitor button is pressed and held, the radio isswitched to carrier squelch. When the button is released, the radio reverts back to coded squelch.Also, you will only hear two beeps when the button is pressed then one beep when the button isreleased. To revert the radio back to 2-Tone decode, turn the radio off then back on.Receiving a 2-Tone PageTo receive a 2-Tone page, select the channel programmed for 2-Tone decode. When the correct2-Tone signal is received, the RPM mobile will generate a ringing tone and a “C” will be displayed inthe LED display to indicate that a call was received. At this time the radio is in either tone squelch( ifprogrammed with QC or DQC) or carrier squelch. To reply, remove the microphone from the hang-upclip and begin speaking into the microphone while pressing and holding the PTT button. When you arefinished transmitting, place the microphone into the hang-up clip. If there is no activity for 16 seconds,the radio will automatically reset(if Auto Reset is enabled) to 2-Tone decode and alert you with a singlebeep. If you do not respond within 16 seconds after the decode ringing tone, the radio willautomatically reset(if Auto Reset is enabled) to 2-Tone decode and generate a single beep.If Auto Reset is not programmed, you can reset to 2-Tone decode mode by:1. Turning the radio off then back on.2. If one of the front panel buttons is programmed for Monitor/Toggle, press and release the buttonuntil you hear three beeps.SCAN: Scanning allows you to continually check for transmissions on multiple channels over a short amount oftime. The RPM mobile has two types of scanning. For both types of scanning, all channels that are tobe scanned must be marked during programming as a scan channel. Also, in order to enable anddisable scanning, one of the programmable front buttons must be programmed as a SCAN button.The first type of scan is normal scan. In normal scan, when the SCAN button is pressed and released,all channels programmed as a scan channel are incrementally checked for a received signal. If nosignal is present, the display is incremented to the next channel and so on. If a signal is present, theradio stops on the channel until the signal is no longer present, and then resumes scanning.The second type of scanning is priority scan. In priority scan, when the SCAN button is pressed andreleased, all channels programmed as a scan channel are incrementally checked for a received signal.If no signal is present, the display is incremented to the next channel and so on. If a signal is present,the radio stops on the channel until the signal is no longer present, and then resumes scanning. Also,during the time the radio is stopped on a non-priority, the radio will automatically go to the prioritychannel and check for a signal. If a signal is present, it will interrupt the non-priority channel and allowyou to hear the broadcast on the priority channel. When that is finished, the radio will return to the non-priority channel to check for a signal. If no signal, the radio continues with the scanning cycle.Nuisance Channel Delete – When scanning, if a channel is busy for an abnormal amount of time, thebusy channel can be temporarily deleted from the scan function by pressing and releasing the frontpanel button programmed for Nuisance Channel Delete. To add the channel back into the scan, simplyturn the radio off and back on.NOAA WX: (This feature is only available with the RPM-160) To receive your local NOAA weather broadcast, theRPM must be programmed to your area NOAA frequency and one of the front panel buttons must beprogrammed for NOAA WX. Press and release the button programmed for NOAA WX and the radiowill automatically begin receiving on the pre-programmed NOAA weather frequency for your area.
TRANSMITMake sure that the channel is not busy before you begin transmitting. Check the TX/Busy LED, which flashesgreen if the channel is busy. This occurs regardless of any code signaling programmed. Normally, you should nottransmit until the channel is clear.To transmit, remove the microphone from the hang-up clip. Press and hold the PTT switch on the side of themicrophone, and talk in a normal tone with the microphone held two to three inches away from your face. Pressingthe PTT button activates the transmitter and lights the TX/Busy LED a constant red.If, when pressing the PTT button, error tones are heard in the speaker, check for the following conditions:1. The channel is programmed as a Receive Only channel.2. The channel is programmed with Busy Channel Lock-out and the channel is busy.The front panel buttons can be programmed to automatically transmit various tone signaling formats. The featuresavailable are:Encode Call tone – When the button is pressed and released, the radio transmits a ringing tone to alert users inyour group that a call is coming through.Encode 2-Tone - When the button is pressed and released, the radio transmits a pre-programmed 2-Tone signal.Encode 5 or 7 tone(Selcall) - When the button is pressed and released, the radio transmits a pre-programmed 5 or7-Tone signal.Encode DTMF ANI - When the button is pressed and released, the radio transmits a pre-programmed DTMF tonesignal. The RPM mobile may also be programmed to transmit a DTMF signal every time thePTT button is pressed.Encode Emergency Call - When the button is pressed and released, the radio transmits a pre-programmed multi-tone signal to alert all users in your group there is an emergency.Other functions that the front panel buttons may be programmed for:Talk-Around - When the button is pressed and released, and if you are operating on a repeater channel, the radiowill transmit on the receive frequency when the PTT button is pressed. This will allow you to talk insimplex mode rather than occupying the repeater frequency.High/Low Transmit Power – When the button is pressed and released, the radio’s transmit power will switch fromhigh to low and vise versa. An “h” or “L” will appear in the display when the button ispressed to indicate the power level.

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