Alinco DJ-100 User Manual

A1.0-13/01

ALINCO, INC.

Yodoyabashi Dai-bldg 13F

4-4-9 Koraibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0043 Japan Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] http://www.alinco.com

E-mail:[e-mail]

VHF FM Transceiver / 136.000-173.995MHz All EU and EFTA member states. Operator license is required.

Copyright Alinco, lnc. PS0663/FNEG-EN

Printed in China

VHF FM Transceiver

DJ-100

Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing your new Alinco transceiver. Please read this manual carefully before using the product to ensure full performance, and keep this manual for future reference as it contains information on after-sales service.

In case addendum or errata sheets are included with this product, please read those materials and keep them together with this instruction manual for future reference.

Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing this excellent Alinco transceiver. Our products are ranked among the finest in the world. This radio has been manufactured with state of the art technology and it has been tested carefully at our factory. It is designed to operate to your satisfaction for many years under normal use.

Please read this manual completely from the first page to the last, to learn all the functions the product offers. It is important to note that some of the operations may be explained in relation to information in previous chapters. By reading just one part of the manual, you may risk not understanding the complete explanation of the function. In addition, please understand that your radio may be programmed by the dealer according to the local regulation, masking some of features mentioned in this manual.Please consult your dealer for details of programming.

Before transmitting

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

■ Lightning

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

■ About IP54 rating / Dust and splash resistant

About IP54 rating

5:Dust protected /Ingress of dust is not entirely prevented, but it must not enter in sufficient quantity to interfere with the satisfactory operation of the equipment; complete protection against contact.

4:Splashing water / Water splashing against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effect.

Test duration: 5 minutes / Water volume: 10 litters per minute /Pressure: 80~100 kN/m²

The IP54 designation provides for limited dust and splash proofing of the radio per specified above. This compatibility is factory guaranteed for a period of one year provided all the jack covers are securely in place, any accessories connected must be specified genuine Alinco accessories and the radio has not been disassembled by the customer. The factory has tested and made the equipment compatible to IP54 certifiication during engineering. However, please understand that this equipment is NOT certifiied IP54 compliant but is designed to remain operational when used in hard conditions and is in no way stating that you should attempt to wash the radio for cleaning. Warranty will not cover radios that are water/dust damage due to negligence or misuse of the product.

■ Covering ranges

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

Features

■Output power selectable 5W/2W/0.5W

■200 PC-programmable channels

■Li-Ion battery pack and stand-charger as standard accessories

■Alphanumeric name tags

■FM broadcast 76-108MHz receiver built-in

■Selectable Battery-save parameters

■Busy Channel Lockout

■Voice Compander (Reduce Noise & enhance audio clarity)

■Inversion Scramble(Analog encryption)

■CTCSS/DCS Encode/Decode, DTMF/ANI, 5-Tone, 2-Tone and Tone-bursts

■VOX built-in

■Emergency Kill/Stun/Revive, Alarm signal, Various scan modes, Key lock, Wide/ Narrow operations and more at NO extra costs.

Conformity Symbols

Tested to comply MIL-STD-810G

-Shock: Method 514.6/I,IV -Vibration: Method 516.6/I

SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

Warning: Please Read Carefully

A transceiver generates RF (Radio Frequency) electromagnetic energy while transmitting. This Alinco transceiver is designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only", meaning it must be used minimum necessary only during the course of employment by employees aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This transceiver is NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an uncontrolled environment. This transceiver has been required “SAR-Standard” tested and complies with the FCC RF exposure limits for “Occupational Use Only”.

To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic energy is within the allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:

•DO NOT operate the transceiver without a proper antenna attached, as it may damage the transceiver and may also cause you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is the genuine antenna

supplied with this transceiver by Alinco or ones specifically authorized by the antenna manufacturer for use with this transceiver.

•DO NOT transmit for more than 50% during the time of employment (50% duty cycle or less).

Transmitting excessive amount of time can cause RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. Please carefully read this instruction manual to learn how to transmit and stop transmitting before starting to use it.

•ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 3 cm (1 inch) away from your body when transmitting and only use the original belt clips when attaching the transceiver to your body (Unauthorized attachment devices may help radiating more electromagnetic energy). To obtain the best sound quality during communications, hold the antenna at least 6 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, and slightly off to one side.

•Use only the genuine Alinco accessories listed in this instruction manual for RF safety. Third party accessories are not guaranteed for RF safety by Alinco.

The above provides the information needed to make users of this transceiver aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this transceiver operates with the FCC RF exposure limits.

• Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

During transmissions, a transceiver generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices and/or systems.

To avoid such interference, turn off the transceiver in areas where signs are posted to do so. NEVER operate transceivers in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, blasting sites, aboard aircraft and similar advanced vehicles etc. Do not expose magnetic cards such as credit cards in a very close vicinity to a transceiver; it may erase the magnetic data. A person using medical devices such as a pacemaker MUST NOT use this transceiver, as interference may cause malfunction to such medical devices.

• Occupational/Controlled Use

This product is used in situations that users are exposed to RF as consequence of their employment provided those users are fully aware of the potential RF hazards and can exercise control over their exposure.

•This transceiver is NOT ATEX approved and NOT intended for the use in hazardous explosive atmospheres.

•California residents only: Please note per Proposition 65 that Li-Ion battery pack in this product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

FCC INFORMATION

FOR CLASS B UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

●● Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

●● ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.

●● Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ●● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

For Customers in Canada :

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.

L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :

(1)l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et

(2)l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Alert

Environment and condition of use

It is recommended that you check local traffic regulations regarding the use of a radio equipment while driving. Some countries prohibit or apply restrictions for the operation of radios and mobilephones while driving.

Do not use this product in close proximity to other electronic devices, especially medical ones. It may cause interference to those devices.

Keep the radio out of the reach of children.

In case a liquid leaks from the product, do not touch it. It may damage your skin. Rinse with plenty of cold water if the liquid contacted your skin.

Never operate this product in facilities where radio products are prohibited for use such as aboard aircraft, in airports, in ports, within or near the operating area of business wireless stations or their relay stations.

Use of this product may be prohibited or illegal outside of your country. Be informed in advance when you travel.

The manufacturer declines any responsibilities against loss of life and/or a property due to a failure of this product when used to perform important tasks like life-guarding, surveillance, and rescue.

Do not use multiple radios in very close proximity. It may cause interference and/or damage to the product(s).

Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Dispose of, or recycle used batteries according to your local regulations.

The manufacturer declines any responsibilities against loss of life and property due to a failure of this product when used with or as a part of a device made by third parties.

Use of third party accessory may result in damage to this product. It will void our warranty for repair.

Handling this product

Be sure to reduce the audio output level to minimum before using an earphone or a headset. Excessive audio may damage hearing.

Do not open the unit without permission or instruction from the manufacturer. Unauthorized modification or repair may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction and voids warranty.

Do not operate this product in a wet place such as in a shower room. It may result in electric shock, fire and/ or malfunction, This product is splash-proof but not a complete water-proof.

Do not place the product in a container carrying conductive materials, such as water or metal in close proximity. A short-circuit to the product may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction.

About chargers

Do not use adapters other than having the specified voltage. It may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction,Never turn on the radio while charging.

Do not plug multiple devices using an adapter into a single wall outlet. It may result in overheating and/or fire.

Do not handle adapter with a wet hand. It may result in electric shock.

Securely plug the adapter into the wall outlet. Insecure installation may result in short-circuit, electronic shock and/or fire.

Do not use the adapter if the plug or socket contacts are dirty. Overheating and/or short-circuiting may result in fire, electric shock and/or damage to the product.

In case of emergency

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

●● When a strange sound, smoke and/or strange odor comes out of the product. ●● When the product is dropped or the case is broken or cracked.

●● When a liquid penetrated inside.

●● When a power cord (including DC cables, AC cables and adapters) is damaged

For your safety, turn off then remove all related AC lines to the product and its accessories from the wall outlet if a thunderstorm is likely.

Maintenance

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

Alert

Environment and condition of use

Do not use the product in proximity to a TV or a radio. It may cause interference or receive interference.

Do not install in a humid, dusty or insufficiently ventilated place. It may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction.

Do not install in an unstable or vibrating position. It may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction when/ if the product falls to the ground.

Do not install the product in proximity to a source of heat and humidity such as a heater or a stove. Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight.

Be cautious of a dew formation. Please completely dry the product before use when it happens.

About transceiver

Be cautious of the whip antenna when carried in your shirt-pocket etc. It may make contact with your eye and cause injury.

Do not connect devices other than specified ones to the jacks and ports on the product. It may result in damage to the devices.

Turn off and remove the power source (AC cable, DC cable, battery, cigar cable, charger adapter etc.) from the product when the product is not in use for extended period of time or in case of maintenance.

Never pull the cord alone when you unplug AC cable form the wall outlet.

Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe off dirt and condensation from the surface of the product. Never use thinner or benzene for cleaning.

Check with your local waste officials for details on recycling or proper disposal in your area.

PC PROGRAMMING

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

This product may be blocked for operation in default state and only dealers can program to make it working. Manufacturer is not available for reprogramming or modifying the dealer-programmed setting. VFO(frequnecy) mode may not be available due to regulation.

Please consult your dealer for technical supports of this product.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

STANDARD ACCESSORIES 01

Standard Accessories	01
KEY OPERATIONS / QUICK CHART	02
BATTERY INFORMATION	03
Charging Operation....................................................................................................................................................	03
Battery Charger Type..................................................................................................................................................	03
Notice for Charging Battery	03
How to Charge the battery pack	05
How to Store the Battery	07
Installing / Removing the Li-ion Battery	07
Installing / Removing the Antenna	08
Installing / Removing the Belt Clip	08
Accessories	09
Installing the Hand Strap	09
GETTING ACQUAINTED	10
LCD Display	10
Front Panel	11
Side Panel	12
BASIC OPERATIONS	13
Power On and off	13
Adjusting Audio output level	13
Frequency Input by Keypad	14
Channel Input by Keypad	14
Change Frequency / Channel Through Main Dial	15
Alarm	15
Squelch Off Momentary/ Squelch Off	15
Receiving	16

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Transmitting	16
[PF1] Key Function	16
Side [PF2] Key Function	17
Switching between VFO and Memory Mode	17
ADVANCED OPERATIONS	18
Channel Edit	18
Delete Channel	18
FM Radior Receiver	18
Add or Cancel DTMF, 2TONE, 5TONE, FSK Signaling	19
CTCSS / DCS Scan	20
Add or cancel CTCSS/DCS	21
Frequency Scan, Channel Scan or FM Search	21
Scan Channel Skip	22
Priority Monitor	23
TX Power Selection	23
FSK Message Single Transmitting	24
FSK Message Group Transmitting	24
FSK Message All Transmitting	25
FSK message checking	25
DTMF Code Searching And Setup	26
Manually Transmitting DTMF Signaling	26
Remotely Kill/ Revive	26
Remotely Stun /Waken	27
RF Attenuator (ATT)	27
CHANNEL OPERATIONS..............................................................................................................................................	28
CTCSS / DCS Encode Setup	28
CTCSS/DCS Decode	29

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Choose To Transmit 2TONE 29 Choose To Transmit 5TONE 30 Choose To Transmit FSK 30 Signaling Combination 31 Frequency Step 32 Offset Direction 32 Offset Frequency 33 Wide/ Narrow FM Mode 33 Frequency Reverse 34 Talk Around 34 Busy Channel Lockout 35 Prohibits transmitting 35 Sub Channel Display Setup 36 Compander (Reduce Noise, Improve Communication Quality) 36 Scrambler Setup (Encryption) 37

SET MODE OPERATIONS 38

Beep and Voice assist sounds 38 Time-Out Timer 38 Voice Operated Transmission (VOX) 39 Voice Operated Transmission (VOX) Delay Time 40 Auto Power-Off 40 DTMF Burst and Pause timing 41 Squelch Level 41 Scan Resume Conditions 42 Function Key Setting time 43 Backlight On/Off Mode 43 Backlight Color Setup 44

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Display Mode 45 DTMF Self ID display 45 5TONE Self ID Inquiry 46 Tone-burst tone setting 46 Battery Save Ratio 47 FM Radio 48 Password 48 Reset 49

DEFAULT SETTINGS 50 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 51 RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION OF EARPHONE MICROPHONE 52 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS 53

Cable Cloning.............................................................................................................................................................	53
Communication Note..................................................................................................................................................	53
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS	54
Technical Specifications.............................................................................................................................................	54
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE	56
APPENDIX	58
CTCSS Frequency Chart	58
1024 Groups DCS Chart	59

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STANDARD ACCESSORIES

Standard Accessories

Antenna	Battery	Charger	AC Adaptor
			(A shape may vary)

Belt Clip	Instruction	Hand Strap
	Manual

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

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KEY OPERATIONS / QUICK CHART

	Function	Key Operation			Parameter Instruction	Page
	FM radio On/Off	A		1	Activate FM Broadcasting Receiver	18
	Add/delete Optional Signaling	A		2	Choose DTMF 2TONE 5TONE FSK as	20
					optional signaling of current channel
	CTCSS/DCS Scan	A		3	Scan CTCSS when channel set CTCSS	21
					decode; Scan DCS when channel set DCS
	Add or delete CTCSS/DCS code	A		4	Add or delete CTCSS encode/decode or DCS	22
					encode/decode
	Scan	A		5	Channel or frequency scan	23
	Scan skip	A		6	In standby state, checking Priority channel	23
	Priority Monitor	A		7	"H"icon: High power, "M" icon: Middle power,	24
					"L" icon: Low Power
	TX power selection	A		9	Press B key/ C key to choose transmit	24
					method:"CAL ID","CAL GR"or "CAL AL"
	FSK transmit method	A			Displays received message, press B key	25
					C key to change page
	FSK message checking	Hold pressing			Displays current data,"EMPTY" means no data	26
		key1second
	DTMF code inquir	A		0	When LCD displays "ATT" icon, receiving	27
					signal sensitivity reduces
	Signal Annenuation	A		#	When LCD displays "ATT " icon, Keypad is	28
					locked.
		Holdpressing #			When LCD displays "ATT " icon, Keypad is
	Keypad lock					36
		key1second			locked.

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BATTERY INFORMATION

Charging Operation

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

Battery Charger Type

Please use Alinco's designated charger, other models may cause explosion. After installing the battery, when the radio displayslow battery, please charge the battery.

Notice for Charging Battery

▲Do not shortcircuit the charger. Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery, otherwise the warranty is void and you risk serious damage to yourself and properties.

▲The ambient temperature should be between 5 and 40 while charging. Charging outside this range may not charge the battery.

▲Always switch off the transceiver before charging. Otherwise, it may not charge correctly.

▲To avoid interfering the charging procedure, please do not cut off the power or take out the battery during charging.

▲Do not recharge the battery if it is already fully charged. This may shorten the life of the battery or damage the battery.

▲Do not charge the battery or transceiver when wet. Dry it before charging to avoid danger.

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Caution

•Risk of explosion, generation of heat or leak of chemicals inside if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type or reverse polarity. Use always the recommended types of batteries in this manual only.

•The battery pack isn't fully charged when shipped. It must be charged before use.

•Charging should be conducted in a temperature range of +5ºC to +40ºC (+41ºF to +104ºF).

•Don't modify, dismantle, incinerate or immerse the battery pack in the water as this can be dangerous.

•Never short-circuit the battery pack terminals, as this can cause damage to the equipment or lead to heating of the battery which may cause burns.

•Unnecessary prolonged charging (overcharging) can deteriorate battery performance.

•The battery pack should be stored in a dry place where temperature is in -10ºC to +45ºC (-14ºF to

+113ºF) range. Temperatures outside this range can cause the battery liquid to leak. Exposure to prolonged high humidity can cause corrosion of metal components.

•Battery-packs are a consuming part. When its operating time becomes considerably short after a normal charge, please consider that the pack is exhausted and replace it with a new one.

•The battery pack is recyclable. Check with your local waste officials for details on recycling options or proper disposal in your area.

•Use specified genuine chargers only to charge battery packs. Use of other chargers may cause damage to products, you and your property.

•Never carry battery packs together with conductive articles such as metals in a same bag to prevent from short-circuiting. Put the packs only in nylon bags to carry them safely.

•Even if you do not use the battery pack for a long time, charge it at least once every three months to prevent deterioration.

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BATTERY INFORMATION

How to Charge the battery pack

1.Plug the AC adaptor into the AC outlet, then plug into the DC jack the indicator lights orange for 1 second and goes

out---waits to charge.

2.Slide the battery or transceiver with battery into the

charger; make sure the battery terminals are in contact with the charging terminals . LED turns into twinkling RED

---pre-charging begins.

3.Pre-charging for about 5 minutes, LED twinkles stop then charging begins.

4.It takes about 4 hours to fully charge the battery, and LED turns to green when the charge is complete.

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

5. Charging Process:

Status	LED
Stand-by (self-examine orange lights
1second when power on) -----------------------	None
Pre-charging (pre-charging stage) ----------------	Red light twinkles for about 5 minutes
Charging (charge in constant current.) -------------	RED light lightens for about 4 hours
Fully charged (charge in constant voltage) -----------	Green light
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6. LED Indicator:

STATUS	self-examine	(No battery)	Pre-charging	Charge	Fully	Trouble
	when power on			normally	Charged
LED	Orange	None	Red blinks for 5	Red	Green	Red blinks
	(for 1 second)		minutes			alternatively

NOTE:

▲Trouble means battery heating, short-circuit or charger malfunction. Remove the battery pack from the charger immediately and contact to your local dealer for services.

▲The max trickle pre-charging time is 30 minutes. In case the red indicator continues to blink longer, please stop charging and consult with your local dealer for services.

▲It is known that Li-Ion battery packs heat up over 400 by itself when kept in a temperature of over 80 for extended period of time. Although the packs are protected against overheating with a protective circuit, never leave the battery packs in a car or similar locations in hot seasons.

▲Li-ion packs may deteriorate by over 30% regardless of conditions after 3 years. This is a nature of Liion pack and not a defect of the product.

▲The charger is to charge the battery pack only. It is not an AC adapter to operate the radio. Never attempt to transmit the radio with using the charger as it will cause the damage to the charger and a repair/replace may become necessary.

▲The charge should be conducted in an ambient temperature with a proper air-conditioning in an extremely hot or cold seasons.

▲Try charging the battery pack only when having trouble charging with the radio.In case the radio may have troubles,the charge can't be conducted properly.If the battery pack can be charged alone, please take the radio to your local dealer for services.

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INSTALLATION & CONNECTION

How to Store the Battery

1.The battery should be kept in the status of 50% discharge when storing.

2.It should be kept in cool, dry environment and remove it from the transceiver.

3.Keep away from source of heat and direct sunlight.

WARNING

Do notshort-circuit battery terminals.

Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery pack.

Never assemble the battery hazardous in explosive atmosphere as, spark may cause explosion.

Do not put the battery in hot environment or throw it into fire, it may also cause explosion.

Note: Battery pack discharges faster when it is attached to the radio. Please always remove it from the radio when not in use.

Installing / Removing the Li-ion Battery

1.Match the three grooves of the battery pack with the corresponding guides on the back of the transceiver, then push it.

2.Press the battery and transceiver firmly together until the release latch on the top of the transceiver locks. After hearing a“click”sounds, the battery has been locked.

3.To remove the battery, slide up the release latch and remove the pack away from the transceiver.

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