Alinco DJ MD5 User manual

VHF/UHF DUAL BAND
DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

DJ-MD5

User Manual

DJ-MD5

Thank you fo r p urc has ing yo ur new Alinco tr ans cei ver. Pleas e read th is man ual
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.

ALINCO, INC.

Copyright ©

An internal GPS receiver is installed in TGP(FCC) and EGP(CE) models.

All rights reserved.

■ Intergarated GPS Receiver

■ When using the GPS receiver

No p a rt o f t his d o c ume n t m ay b e repr o d u ced, t r ansl a t e d o r
transcribed in any from or by any means without the prior permission
of Alinco. Inc., Osaka, Japan. Alinco and ALINCO logo are registered
trademar ks of Alin co i nc orporat ed , Ja pan in Un it ed Stat es , EU
States, Russia, China and many other countries.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and other countries.

All other trademarks are the properties of their respective holders.

AL I NCO a nd a uth o r ize d de a l ers a re n o t r e spo n s ibl e for a ny
typographical errors there may be in this m

anual. The contents of this
man ua l ma y be upd ated without any notice or obl ig atio n.Alin co
cannot be liable for pictorial or t ypographical inaccuracies. Changes
or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

• A GPS receiver is installed under the top panel. When the GPS

receiver is activated, do not cover the top part with anything that will
block satellite signals.

• GPS signals can't pass through metal objects. When driving or
navigating, you may risk not receiving GPS signals if covered by metal
roof. External antenna can't be connected, so we recommend to operate
near a window or on a deck.

• GPS signals can't reach to the receiver in places like:

- Tunnels or a shadow of tall buildings.

- Underground floors and parking lots

- Under a wide bridge

- In remote forested areas
Also in severe weather conditions, clouds, rain, snow etc may
obstacles signals also.

• The Global Positioning System is operated by the U.S. Department of
Defense. The Department is responsible for accuracy and maintenance
of the system. Any changes by the Department may affect the accuracy
and function of the GPS system.

Notice

Notice

■ Introduction

Please be informed that this manual has been edited with consumer-use
in mind. The product is delivered to consumers with a default factory
setting status or after being programmed by dealers if your dealers have
been programmed it. Some features are programmable using editor-software
( PC software) only and they are not mentioned in this manual.

Please read this manual completely from the first page to the last, to
learn basic functions the product offers. It is important to note that some
of the operations may be explained in relation to information in other
chapters. By reading just one part of the manual, you may risk not
understanding the complete explanation of the function.

■ Utility software and instructions

The utility software and detailed instructions in PDF format are available
at distributors' websites. Please consult with your dealer for for details.
A personal computer and an interface cable ERW-21 is required for
programming.

■ Lightning

Any person is not s afe outdoor during thund erstorm 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 k in d of p ro te ct ion against lightning curr en t (w hi ch i s highe r
than10 kA.). Note also that no car provides adequate protection of its
passengers or drivers against lightning as well. Therefore, Alinco will
not take r es po ns ibility for an y danger asso ci at ed w it h using i ts
hand-held radios outdoor or inside the car during lightning.

■ Covering ranges (without using repeaters)

You ma y ex p ect a r a nge of a p pro x .4k m /2. 5 mi l es o r m o re a t
high-power when located on a flat, noise-free place like on a beach.
However, it may vary depending on how to wear and carry the radios,
surrounding locations/conditions and static noise levels, etc. In urban
areas with many buildings or inside a building, such covering range
may become drastically short.

■ About ingress protections

We don't guarantee any IP grade of this product. Avoid contacts with
dust and liquid, and wipe off immediately when wet or dusty.

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Notice

■ Intergarated GPS Receiver

An internal GPS receiver is installed in TGP(FCC) and EGP(CE) models.

■ When using the GPS receiver

• A GPS receiver is installed under the top panel. When the GPS

receiver is activated, do not cover the top part with anything that will
block satellite signals.

• GPS signals can't pass through metal objects. When driving or
navigating, you may risk not receiving GPS signals if covered by metal
roof. External antenna can't be connected, so we recommend to operate
near a window or on a deck.

• GPS signals can't reach to the receiver in places like:

- Tunnels or a shadow of tall buildings.

- Underground floors and parking lots

- Under a wide bridge

- In remote forested areas
Also in severe weather conditions, clouds, rain, snow etc may
obstacles signals also.

• The Global Positioning System is operated by the U.S. Department of
Defense. The Department is responsible for accuracy and maintenance
of the system. Any changes by the Department may affect the accuracy
and function of the GPS system.

Copyright ©

No p a rt o f t his d o c ume n t m ay b e repr o d u ced, t r ansl a t e d o r
transcribed in any from or by any means without the prior permission
of Alinco. Inc., Osaka, Japan. Alinco and ALINCO logo are registered
trademar ks of Alin co i nc orporat ed , Ja pan in Un it ed Stat es , EU
States, Russia, China and many other countries.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and other countries.

All other trademarks are the properties of their respective holders.

AL I NCO a nd a uth o r ize d de a l ers a re n o t r e spo n s ibl e for a ny
typographical errors there may be in this m
man ua l ma y be upd ated without any notice or obl ig atio n.Alin co
cannot be liable for pictorial or t ypographical inaccuracies. Changes
or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

All rights reserved.

anual. The contents of this

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Notice

■ Compliance Information Statement

FCC WARNING

This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy.
Chang e s or m o d i fic a t i ons t o thi s equipmen t m ay c a u se h a r m ful
interfere nc e un le ss t he m od if ic at ions are expressly approved i n th e
ins tr uc tion manua l. T he user c ould lose t he author it y to operate th is
equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER
REQUIRED BY THE FCC

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 li mi ts a re d es igned to pr ov id e reasonabl e pr ot ec ti on against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can generate 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 the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equip ment does cause ha rmful interfe ren ce to radio or tel evision
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.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different f rom that to

which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer for technical assistance.

FOR CUSTOMERS IN CANADA :

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

L’EXPLOITATION EST AUTORISÉE AUX DEUX CONDITIONS SUIVANTES :

(1) I’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) I’utilisateur de I’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Hereby, ALINCO, INC. declares that the radio equipment type
DJ-MD5 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration
following internet address: http://www.alinco.com/Ce/

IC : 3070C-DJMD5

of conformity is available at the

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Notice

■ RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY SAFETY
INFORMATION

This A linco transceiver has been te sted and complies with the standards
listed below, in regards to Radio Frequency (RF) energy and electromagnetic
energy (EME) generated by the transceiver.

• FCC RF exposure limits for O ccupat ional Use Only . RF Exposure limits

adopted by the FCC are generally based on recommendations from the
National Council on Radiat ion Protection and Measurements, and the
American National Standards Institute.

WARNING

This Alinco transceiver generates RF EME while transmitting. R F EME
(Radio Frequency Electric and Magnet ic Energy) has the potent ial to
cause slight thermal, or heating effects to any part of your body less than
the recommended distance from this radio transmitter's antenna. RF
energy exposure is determined primarily by the distance to and the power
of the transmitting device. In general, RF exposure is minimized when the
lowest possible power is used or transmission time is kept to the minimum
required for consistent communications , and the greatest distance
possible from the antenna to the body is maintained. The transceiver has
been designed for and is c lassified for O c cupational Use O nly.
Occupational/ controlled exposure limit s are applicable to situations in
which p ersons are exposed to RF energy as a consequence of their
employment, and such persons have been made aware of the potential for
exposure and can exercise control over their exposure. This means you
can use the transceiver only if you are aware of the potential hazards of
operating a t ransceiver and are f amiliar in ways to minimize these
hazards. This transceiver is not intended for use by the general public in
uncontrolled environments. Uncontrolled environment exposure limits are
applicable to situations in which the general public may be exposed to RF
energy, or in which the persons who are exposed as a consequence of
their employment may not be fully aware of the potential for exposure or
cannot exercise control over their exposure.

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Notice

The following li st provides you with the information requ ired to ensure that
you are aware of RF exposure and of how to operate this transceiver so that
the FCC RF exposure limitations are not exceeded.

• While transmitting (holding the PTT key or speaking with VOX enabled),

always keep the antenna and the radio at least 2 .5 cm (0.98 inches) from your

and 0cm from your body.

face , as well as from any bystanders. A LED on the

top of the radio.

shows red when the transmitter is operating in both PTT and VOX modes.

• Do n ot transmit fo r more t han 50% o f t he to ta l transceiver u se time ;

trans mi tting o ve r 50% o f th e tot al use time may exceed th e limits i n
accordance to the FCC RF exposure requirements. Nominal transceiver
operation is 5% transmission time, 5% reception time, and 90% stand-by
time.

• Use only the specified antenna for this transceiver; this may be either the

antenna provided with the transceiver or ano ther antenna authorized by

Alinco.
Use only Alinco authorized accessories (antennas, battery packs, belt clips,
Speaker/ Mics or headsets etc.): When worn on the body, always place the
radio in a Alinco recommended clip or carrying case meant for this product.
The use of other than recommended or approv ed body- worn accessories
may re sult in RF ex posure lev els w hich exc eed the FCC's o ccupational /
controlled environment RF exposure limits.

To ensure that y our exposure to RF EME is within the FCC limit s for

occupational use, you must observe and adhere to the above points.

CAUTION

■ Electromagnetic Interference Compatibility

Electronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if
they are not adequat ely shielded o r d e signed f or ele c t romagne t ic
compatibilit y. Because this transceiver generates RF energy, it ca n cause
interference to such equipment.

• Turn OFF your transceiver where signs are posted to do so. Hospitals and

health care facilities use equipment that is se nsitive to electromagnetic

radiation.

• Turn OFF your transceiver while on board an aircraft when so instructed.

Use of the transceiver must be in accordance with airline regulations and/or

crew instructions.

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WARNING

To prevent any hazard during operation of Alinco's radio product, in this
manual and on the product you may find symbols shown below. Please
read and understand the me anings of these symbols before starting to
use the product.

Danger

Alert

Caution

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 recomm ended that y ou check lo c al traffic reg ulati ons
regarding the us e o f a radio equipment while driv ing. 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 medic al ones. It may cause interference to
those devices.

This symbol is intended t o alert the user to an
immediate danger that may cause loss of life and
property if the user disregards the warning.

This s ymbol is intended to alert the user t o a
possible hazard that may caus e loss o f life and
property if the user disregards the warning.

This symbol is intended to alert the user a possible
hazard that may cause loss of property or injure the
user if the warning is disregarded.

Alert symbol. An explanation is given.

Warning symbol. An explanation is given.

Instruction symbol. An explanation is given.

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Keep the radio out of the reach of children.

In case a liquid leaks from the product, do not t ouch it. It may
damage y our skin. Rinse with plent y of c old water if th e liquid
contacted your skin.

Never operate this product in facilities where radio pr oducts are
prohibited f or 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 t his product when used to
perform import ant ta sk s l ik e lif e-guarding, surveillan ce , and
rescue.

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

Risk of explosion if b attery is repla ced wit h an in corre ct type.
Dispose of, or r ec yc le u sed ba tt er ies according to your l oc al
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 th e
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.

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