Alinco DJ A10 User manual

A1.0-12/07

Alinco Incorporated, Electronics Division

Yodoyabashi Dai-bldg 13F 4-4-9 Koraibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0043 Japan Phone: +81-6-7636-2362 Fax: +81-6-6208-3802 http://www.alinco.com E-mail:export@alinco.co.jp

Copyright Alinco, lnc. PS0662/FNEF-NJ

Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing this excellent Alinco transceiver. Our products are ranked among the

nest 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 rst 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.

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.

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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.

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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 sufcient 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 proong of the radio per specied 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 specied genuine Alinco accessories and the radio has not

been disassembled by the customer. The factory has tested and made the equipment compatible to IP54

certication during engineering. However, please understand that this equipment is NOT certied 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.

SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

WARNING

Your radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and

classied as “Occupational Use Only”, meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by

individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for

use by the“General Population” in an uncontrolled environment.

This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC RF exposure limits for “Occupational Use Only”. In addition, your radio complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and

electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such levels for exposure to humans:

FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for ● Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.

American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to ●

Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.

American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement ● of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields– RF and Microwave.

The following accessories are authorized for use with this product. Use of accessories other than those ● specied may result in RF exposure levels exceeding the FCC requirements for wireless RF exposure.;

Belt Clip (MB-94), Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack (BP-230N/BP-232N) and Speaker-microphone (HM-131L).

CAUTION

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

DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damaged the radio and may ● also cause you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this

radio by the manufacturer or antenna specically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio. DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (“50% duty cycle”). “50% duty cycle” is also ●

applicable to VOX/PTT mode. Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure

compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the “LED indicator” lights red. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the “PTT” switch or VOX function.

ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body when transmitting and only use ● the belt-clip which is listed on page 33 when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the recipients of your transmission the best sound quality, hold the antenna at least 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, and slightly off to one side.

The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates with the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.

Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

During transmissions, your radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so.

DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.

Alert

Environment and condition of use

It is recommended that you check local traffic regulations regarding the use of aradio equipment while driving. Some countries prohibit or apply restrictions for the operation of radios and mobile- phones while driving.

Do not use this product in close proximity to other electronic devices, jespecially 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 jskin. Rinse with plenty of cold water if the liquid contacted your skin.

Never operate this product in facilities where radio products are prohibited for juse 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 jinformed in advance when you

travel.

The manufacturer declines any responsibilities against loss of life and/or aproperty 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 use d 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 modication or repair may result in electric shock, re and/or malfunction.

Do not operate this product in a wet place such as shower room. It may result in electric shock, re and/or

malfunction.

Do not place the product in a container carrying conductive materials, such as water or metal in close

proximity to the product. A short-circuit to the product may result in electric shock, re 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.

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

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 re.

Do not use the adapter if the plug or socket contacts are dirty. Overheating and/or short-circuiting may result

in re, 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 insufciently ventilated place. It may result in electric shock, re and/or

malfunction.

Do not install in an unstable or vibrating position. It may result in electric shock, re 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.

Maintenance

Use only reliable power supply of specic DC output range and be mindful of the polarity of the cable and DC-

jack.

Always turn off the power supply when connecting or disconnecting the cables.

When using an external antenna, make sure that the antenna ground is not common with the ground of the power supply.

European users: When a unit is powered from an external DC power source (adapter, power supply, cigarplug etc.), make sure that this power supply has approval to the level of IEC/EN 60950.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

STANDARD ACCESSORIES ��01

Standard Accessories ................................................................................................................................................01

OPERATION MODE (VFO mode and Channel mode) ��02 FIRST LEVEL MENU:SHORTCUT OPERATIONS ��04 SECOND LEVEL MENU: CHANNEL OPERATIONS ��05 THIRD LEVEL MENU:BACKGROUND OPERATIONS ��08 BATTERY INFORMATION �� 11

Charging Operation .................................................................................................................................................... 11

Battery Charger Type ................................................................................................................................................. 11

Notice for Charging Battery ........................................................................................................................................ 11

How to Charge the battery pack .................................................................................................................................13

Charging Prompt ........................................................................................................................................................14

INSTALLATION & CONNECTION ��15

How to Store the Battery ............................................................................................................................................15

Installing / Removing the Li-ion Battery ......................................................................................................................15

Installing / Removing the Antenna ..............................................................................................................................16

Installing / Removing the Belt Clip .............................................................................................................................16

Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................17

Installing the Hand Strap ............................................................................................................................................17

GETTING ACQUAINTED �� 18

LCD Display ��18 Front Panel ��19

Side Panel ..................................................................................................................................................................20

BASIC OPERATIONS �� 21

Power On and off .......................................................................................................................................................21

Adjusting Audio output level .......................................................................................................................................21

Emergency Alarm Function ........................................................................................................................................22

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Change between Main Channel and FM Radio .........................................................................................................22

FM radio station scanning ..........................................................................................................................................22

Frequency Input by Keypad .......................................................................................................................................23

Channel Input by Keypad ...........................................................................................................................................23

Adjusting Channel / Frequency By "

Alarm ..........................................................................................................................................................................24

Monitor / Squelch Off .................................................................................................................................................24

Receiving ...................................................................................................................................................................25

Transmitting................................................................................................................................................................25

Side Key【PF1】Function Instruction ........................................................................................................................25

Side Key【PF2】Function Instruction ........................................................................................................................26

Switch between VFO and Frequency+Channel Mode ...............................................................................................26

SHORTCUT OPERATIONS ��27

Editing Channels ........................................................................................................................................................27

Deleting Channels ......................................................................................................................................................27

Turn On/ Off FM Radio receiver .................................................................................................................................27

Enable /Disable Beeping ............................................................................................................................................28

CTCSS / DCS Scan ...................................................................................................................................................28

Offset Frequency Direction Setup ..............................................................................................................................28

Frequency/Channel Scan ...........................................................................................................................................29

Channel Scan Skip .....................................................................................................................................................30

Priority Scan ...............................................................................................................................................................30

TX Power Selection ....................................................................................................................................................31

DTMF Code Enquiry and Setup .................................................................................................................................31

Manually Transmitting DTMF Tones ...........................................................................................................................31

Remotely Kill / Waken ................................................................................................................................................33

Remotely Stun / Waken..............................................................................................................................................33

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Frequency Reverse / Talk Around ON/OFF ...............................................................................................................34

Frequency Reverse. Or else,it is as enable and disable Talk Around. .......................................................................34

Keypad Lock. .............................................................................................................................................................35

CHANNEL OPERATIONS ��36

Tone Squelch / DCS squelch (Sub tone CTCSS / DCS ) Decode Tone Setup ..........................................................36

Tone Squelch / DCS squelch (Sub tone CTCSS / DCS ) Encode Tone Setup ..........................................................36

Tone Squelch / DCS squelch (Sub tone CTCSS / DCS) Encode/Decode tones synchronized setup .......................37

Offset Frequency ........................................................................................................................................................38

Wide/ Narrow Channel-spacing Selection ..................................................................................................................38

Frequency Reverse or Talk Around ............................................................................................................................39

Inversion scrambling (Encryption) ..............................................................................................................................39

Voice Compander (Reduce noise & enhance audio clarity) .......................................................................................40

Busy Channel Lockout ...............................................................................................................................................40

Turn On/Off Optional Signaling function .....................................................................................................................41

Signaling Relations ....................................................................................................................................................42

PTT ID ........................................................................................................................................................................43

TX OFF (Transmission Prohibited) ...........................................................................................................................43

Whisper ......................................................................................................................................................................44

Set Mode Setting ........................................................................................................................................................44

Voice Prompt ..............................................................................................................................................................45

Time-Out-Timer(TOT).................................................................................................................................................45

Voice Operated Transmission (VOX) ........................................................................................................................46

VOX Delay ................................................................................................................................................................46

VOX Beep .................................................................................................................................................................47

Frequency Step Size Setup .......................................................................................................................................47

Squelch Level .............................................................................................................................................................48

Battery Save ..............................................................................................................................................................48

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LCD Backlight operation ............................................................................................................................................49

LCD Backlight Color Setup ........................................................................................................................................50

Scan Resume Time ....................................................................................................................................................50

Frequency/Channel Display Mode .............................................................................................................................51

Tone Burst Tone ........................................................................................................................................................51

DTMF Transmitting Time ............................................................................................................................................52

Beep Volume level .....................................................................................................................................................52

Priority Channel Setup ...............................................................................................................................................53

Current Battery Voltage Display .................................................................................................................................53

Resume Factory Default (RESET) .............................................................................................................................54

PC PROGRAMMING �� 55 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ��56 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE �� 58 ATTACHED CHART��60

CTCSS Frequency Chart ...........................................................................................................................................60

DCS Chart ..................................................................................................................................................................61

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STANDARD ACCESSORIES

Standard Accessories

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Antenna Battery

Belt Clip Instruction

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Charger AC Adaptor

Hand Strap

Manual

OPERATION MODE (VFO mode and Channel mode)

You may set the radio as VFO mode and Channel mode. There are also different setting parameters to properly set functions as per your operating comfort.

1. By programming software:

In PC programming utility software, "General Setting" menu, choose "Display Mode" to select VFO

mode or Channel mode.

2. By manual setup:

Please refer to "Display Mode" in Page 51. VFO Mode: In this mode, press

A.Frequency + Channel mode: At this mode, when set display as "

it enters into Frequency + Channel mode. Once the radio is turned off or switched to another channel, the temporary setting will be erased and back to initial settings. (As pic 1)

B.Channel + Name Tag Mode: When set display as "

Channel +Name Tag Mode. At this mode, it will display corresponding channel name when the current channel is edited with name in advance. Otherwise, it will display frequency and channel number. Its operations are the same as frequency + channel mode. (As pic 2)

C.VFO Mode（Frequency mode): This mode shows only frequency on the

display. Set mode operation and Channel setting are stored as the latest value. Once the radio is turned off or changed to new frequency using VFO, the value remains until next change. (As pic 3)

【D】

key to switch between Channel mode and VFO.

NAME

", it enters into

FREQ

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OPERATION MODE (VFO mode and Channel mode)

3.Commercial radio Mode:

When set display mode as "CH", it enters into Commercial radio mode. At this mode, except scanning, talk around/frequency reverse, DTMF encode or editing, BEEP on/off and keypad lock, all other functions should be set by PC software in advance to the operation (As pic 4). If name tag is programmed, the LCD will display current channel and name tag. (As pic 5)

Note: In Commercial radio mode, you can't switch the mode to VFO or channel manually, but you must use PC utility software.

4. In each operating mode, access to the set mode is possible.

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FIRST LEVEL MENU:SHORTCUT OPERATIONS

Function Setup Entry Parameter Instruction Page

FM Radio On/Off Beep Setup CTCSS/DCS Scan CTCSS/DCS Scan

Offset Frequency Direction Setup

Scan Channel Scan Skip

Priority Scan

TX Power Selection Frequency Reverse / Talk Around Frequency Reverse / Talk Around

DTMF Code Enquiry

Keypad Lock

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【A】【9】【A】【】【A】【】

【A】【0】

【A】【#】

Activate FM broadcasting receiver Beep sound ON/OFF CTCSS Scan DCS Scan (+):Transmitting frequency higher than

receiving frequency (-):Transmitting frequency lower than

receiving frequency Channel or Frequency Scan S: Scan without current channel PRI: Check priority channel one time when

scan each 10 channels H: High Power 5 W R: Frequency Reverse T: Talk Around Displaying “-” when no data

Displaying data when being with data All keys locked, except PTT/PF1/ PF2

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SECOND LEVEL MENU: CHANNEL OPERATIONS

Function Setup Entry Function Option Display

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Sub tone (CTCSS / DCS) Decode Setup

Sub tone (CTCSS / DCS) Encode Setup Sub tone (CTCSS / DCS) Encode/Decode

Synchronous Setup Offset Frequency

Wide/ Narrow Band Selection

Frequency Reverse/Talk Around

Scramble Setup( Encryption)

Voice Compander Function

Busy Channel Lockout

Add Optional Signaling

Signaling Relations

PTT ID Setup

TX Off Function

Whisper

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SECOND LEVEL MENU: CHANNEL OPERATIONS

Parameter Adjustment Parameter Instruction Enter and exit Page

Busy-Channel-Lockout (BCL): Press【A】Key to move cursor to the menu, Press 【B】/【C】Key to choose the value.

Adding Optional Signaling tones: Press【A】Key to move cursor to the menu, Press 【B】/【C】Key to choose the value. DCS (232Groups in total):017N-765I

Signaling relations: Press【A】Key to move cursor to the menu, Press 【B】/【C】Key to choose the value.

PTT ID Setup (DTMF encoding): Press【A】Key to move cursor to the menu, Press 【B】/【C】Key to choose the value.

TX OFF (PTT lock): Press【A】Key to move cursor to the menu, Press 【B】/【C】Key to choose the value.

Wh isper (Enha nc e voi ce level whil e tal king in undertones): Press【A】Key to move cursor to the menu, Press 【B】/【C】Key to choose the value.

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OFF: Disable BCL: Prohibit transmitting when receiving a carrier and squelch is open. BTL: Prohibit transmitting when receiving a carrier with unmatched signaling.

CTCSS (50 Groups in total):67Hz-254.1Hz

AND: The other parties' traffics can be heard as long as the m atched CTCSS / DCS signal AND optional signal are received. OR: The other parties' traffics can be heard as long as the matched CTCSS / DCS signal OR optional signal is received.

OFF: Disable PTT ID BOT: Press PTT key to transmit DTMF tones EOT: Release PTT key to transmit DTMF tones BOTH: P res s and Rel eas e PTT key c an bot h transmit DTMF tones

ON: Enable TX Off function OFF: Disable TX Off function

ON: Enable whisper function OFF: Disable whisper function

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THIRD LEVEL MENU:BACKGROUND OPERATIONS

Function Menu Entry Function Option Display

Voice Prompting Selection Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Time-Out Timer (TOT) Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Voice Operated Transmission (VOX) Setup Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Voice Operated Transmission (VOX) Delay Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Voice Operated Transmission (VOX) Beep Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Frequency Step Setup Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Squelch level Setup Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Battery Save Setup Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

LCD Backlight Setup Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

LCD Backlight Color Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Scan Dwell Time Setup Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Display Mode Setup Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Tone Pulse Frequency Setup Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

DTMF Transmitting Time Setup Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Beep Volume Control Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Priority Channel Setup Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Current Battery Voltage Enquiry Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

Resume Factory Default Press PF2 and hold this key for 3 seconds

【B】/【C】

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