UHF FM Transceiver / 400-470MHz
All EU and EFTA member states. Operator
license is required.
Copyright Alinco, lnc. PS0786/FNEG-NI
Printed in China
A2.130808
DJ-A40
UHF FM Transceiver
Instruction Manual
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Thank you for purchasing your new Alinco transceiver. Please read this manual
care fully befo re using the prod uct to ensur e ful l performa nce, and keep thi s
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
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 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 sufcient 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 proong of the radio per specied 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 specied genuine Alinco accessories and the radio has not
been disassembled by the customer. The factory has tested and made the equipment compatible to IP54
certication during engineering. However, please understand that this equipment is NOT certied 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.
The warranty period of dust and splash resistance is the same as the period of the product warranty.
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Covering ranges
You may expect a range of approx.3km/2 miles or more at high-power when located on a at, 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
■ 128 PC-programmable channels
■ Li-Ion battery pack and stand-charger as standard accessories
A transceiver generates RF (Radio Frequency) electromagnetic energy while transmitting. This Alinco
transceiver is designed for and classied 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
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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 specically authorized by the antenna manufacturer for
use with this transceiver.
DO NOT tran smit for m ore than 50% durin g the time of em ployment (50% du ty cycle or less).
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Transmitting excess ive 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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atmospheres.
California residents only: Please note per Proposition 65 that Li-Ion battery pack in this product
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may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
OR CUSTOMERS IN CANADA :
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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
Use of this product may be prohibited or illegal outside of your country. Be informed in advance when you
travel.
It is recommended that you check local trafc regulations regarding the use of a radio 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, 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.
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.
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 modication or
repair may result in electric shock, re 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, re 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, 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,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 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 insufciently 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.
Check with your local waste ofcials for details on recycling or proper disposal of the electronics product,
battery-packs and accessories 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
STANDARD ACCESSORIES .........................................................................................................................................01
Standard Accessories ................................................................................................................................................01
OPERATION MODE (VFO mode and Channel mode) ................................................................................................02
BATTERY INFORMATION .............................................................................................................................................11
Battery Charger Type .................................................................................................................................................11
Notice for Charging Battery ........................................................................................................................................11
How to Charge the battery pack .................................................................................................................................13
How to Store the Battery ............................................................................................................................................15
Installing / Removing the Li-ion Battery ......................................................................................................................15
Installing / Removing the Antenna ..............................................................................................................................16
Installing / Removing the Belt Clip .............................................................................................................................16
Installing the Hand Strap ............................................................................................................................................17
Front Panel .................................................................................................................................................................19
Side Panel ..................................................................................................................................................................20
Power On and off .......................................................................................................................................................21
Emergency Alarm Function ........................................................................................................................................22
Change between Main Channel and FM Radio .........................................................................................................22
FM radio station scanning ..........................................................................................................................................22
Frequency Input by Keypad .......................................................................................................................................23
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Channel Input by Keypad ...........................................................................................................................................23
Adjusting Channel / Frequency By "
Monitor / Squelch Off .................................................................................................................................................24
Side Key【PF1】Function Instruction ........................................................................................................................25
Side Key【PF2】Function Instruction ........................................................................................................................26
Switch between VFO and Frequency+Channel Mode ...............................................................................................26
Turn On/ Off FM Radio receiver .................................................................................................................................27
CTCSS / DCS Scan(Works only when CTCSS/DCS are preprogrammed) ...............................................................28
Offset Frequency Direction Setup ..............................................................................................................................28
Frequency Reverse / Talk Around ON/OFF ...............................................................................................................34
Tone Squelch / DCS squelch (Sub tone CTCSS / DCS) Encode/Decode tones synchronized setup .......................37
Offset Frequency ........................................................................................................................................................38
Frequency Reverse or Talk Around ............................................................................................................................38
PTT ID ........................................................................................................................................................................43
TX OFF (Transmission Prohibited) ...........................................................................................................................43
SET MODE OPERATIONS ............................................................................................................................................45
Set Mode Setting ........................................................................................................................................................45
Frequency Step Size Setup .......................................................................................................................................48
Battery Save ..............................................................................................................................................................49
LCD Backlight Color Setup ........................................................................................................................................50
Scan Resume Time ....................................................................................................................................................50
Tone Burst Tone ........................................................................................................................................................51
DTMF Transmitting Time ............................................................................................................................................52
Current Battery Voltage Display .................................................................................................................................53
CTCSS Frequency Chart ...........................................................................................................................................62
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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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.Memory mode/Freq.+channel display: At this mode, when set display as
FREQ
"
", 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.Memory mode/Name tag+channel number display: When set display as
NAME
"
", 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)
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【D】
key to switch between Channel mode and VFO.
(Pic 1)
(Pic 2)
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.
(Pic 4)
(Pic 5)
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KEY OPERATIONS / QUICK CHART
Function Key Operation Parameter Instruction Page
FM Radio On/Off
Beep Setup
CTCSS/DCS Scan
CTCSS/DCS Scan
Offset Frequency Direction Setup
Offset Frequency Direction Setup
Scan
Channel Scan Skip
Priority Scan
Frequency Reverse / Talk Around
Frequency Reverse / Talk Around
DTMF Code Enquiry
Keypad Lock
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【A】【1】
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【A】【3】
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【A】【7】
【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
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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KEY OPERATIONS / QUICK CHART
Function Key Operation 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
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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KEY OPERATIONS / QUICK CHART
Key Operation Parameter InstructionEnter and exit Page
Sub-tone setting:
Op er at io ns are common to Deco de (R-CDC) ,
Encode (T-CDC) and Synchronous (C-CDC). Press
【
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A
Key to move cursor to the menu, Press
Key to choose CTCSS/DCS/OFF, Press
Key to choose the value ,
DCS inverted and positive code.
Offset frequency shift value:
【
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A
Press
【B】/【C】
Frequency reverse / Talk-around:
Press
【B】/【C】
Inversion scrambling:
Press
Press
Voice Compander:
Press
【B】/【C】
N o t e : Do no t activate th is f u n c t i o n wh il e
communicating with Non-Compander radios.
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Key to move cursor to the menu, Press
Key to choose the value.
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A
Key to move cursor to the menu, Press
Key to choose the value.
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A
Key to move cursor to the value of menu,
【B】/【C】
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A
Key to move cursor to the menu, Press
Key to choose the value.
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Key to choose the value.
【B】/【C】
Key to choose correct
CTCSS (50 Groups in total): 67Hz-254.1Hz
【1】
DCS (232Groups in total): 017N-765I
Available parameters are 0-70Mhz.
REV : Frequency Reverse TA : Talk Around
OFF: Disable scramble ON: Enable scramble
ON: Enable compander
OFF: Disable compander
【D】/【#】
【D】/【#】
【D】/【#】
【D】/【#】
【D】/【#】
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Key Operation Parameter InstructionEnter 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 is pe r (En hanc e voice lev el while ta lk in g in
undertones):
Press【A】Key to move cursor to the menu, Press
【B】/【C】Key to choose the value.
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 matched 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: Pr ess an d Releas e PTT key ca n both
transmit DTMF tones
ON: Enable TX Off function
OFF: Disable TX Off function
ON: Enable whisper function
OFF: Disable whisper function
【D】/【#】
【D】/【#】
【D】/【#】
【D】/【#】
【D】/【#】
【D】/【#】
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KEY OPERATIONS / QUICK CHART
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
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