Alinco DJ-X7 User Manual

DJ-X7T/E
WIDE BAND COMMUNICATION RECEIVER
TONE
BANK
SHIFT
MW
PRI
PWR
BAND
V/P/M
SCAN
DJ-X7
WIDE BAND
COMMUNICATION RECEIVER
Instruction Manual
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ALINCO, INC.
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NOTICE / Compliance Information Statement
This device 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 device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the device 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 from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Tested to Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Information in this document is subject to change without notice or obligation. All brand names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Alinco cannot be liable for pictorial or typographical inaccuracies. Some parts, options, and/or accessories are unavailable in certain areas. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the device.
Wide Band Communication Receiver DJ-X7T This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Conformity Information
In case the device you have purchased is marked with a CE symbol, a copy of the relative conformity certificate or document can be reviewed at http://www.alinco.com/usa.html. This device is authorized for use in all EU and EFTA member states.
MANUFACTURER: ALINCO, INC. Shin Dai Building 9F, 1-2-6, Dojimahama, Kita-ku, Osaka, 530-0004, Japan
Copyright © 2005 All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transcribed in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Alinco, Inc., Osaka, Japan. English Edition Printed in Japan.
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Precautions ......................................................................5
Precautionary Statement ..........................................................5
Precautionary Statement - External Power Supply...................5
Request and Agreement ..........................................................5
Chapter 1 Features ..........................................................6
1.1 Standard Accessory List ....................................................6
Chapter 2 Accessories ....................................................7
2.1 Mounting Arrangement.......................................................7
Installing & uninstalling antenna..................................7
Installing & uninstalling battery ...................................7
Precaution for preventing short-circuit of battery........8
Receiving while charging with AC adapter .................9
Low battery indicator...................................................9
Chapter 3 Names and Functions of Parts ....................10
3.1 External View ....................................................................10
Top/Front panel .........................................................10
Side panel .................................................................11
3.2 Key Operations.................................................................12
3.3 Icons and Indicators.........................................................13
Chapter 4 Basic Operations ..........................................14
4.1 Turning Power ON ............................................................14
4.2 Adjusting Volume Level....................................................14
4.3 Adjusting Squelch Level...................................................15
Monitor function.........................................................15
Mute function.............................................................16
4.4 Operating Modes .............................................................16
Switching among modes...........................................16
4.5 Frequency Settings ..........................................................17
VFO mode .................................................................17
Preset mode ..............................................................18
Memory mode ...........................................................19
4.6 Memory Mode ..................................................................19
Memory types............................................................19
Programming to memory channel .............................20
Clearing memory channel .........................................21
Programmable items to memory channels................21
Chapter 5 Advanced Operations ..................................22
5.1 Scanning Function............................................................22
VFO scan...................................................................22
Programmed scan.....................................................23
Preset scan................................................................23
Memory scan.............................................................23
5.2 Memory Skip Function......................................................24
5.3 Key-lock Function.............................................................25
5.4 Priority Monitoring Function..............................................25
5.5 Descrambling Function ....................................................25
5.6 Tone Squelch Function.....................................................26
5.7 Tone Scan Function..........................................................27
5.8 Shift Function....................................................................27
Chapter 6 Set Mode Configurations .............................28
6.1 Set Mode Menu List..........................................................28
6.2 Configuring Values/Parameters of Menu Items................28
6.3 Set Mode Configurations..................................................29
(1)Attenuator function setting.......................................29
(2)Antenna Type Switching setting ..............................29
(3)AM Bar-antenna setting ...........................................30
(4)Shortwave Bar-antenna setting................................30
(5)Illumination Lamp function setting ...........................30
(6)Scan Type Switching setting ...................................31
(7)Priority Monitoring function setting ..........................31
(8)Auto-Power-Off function setting...............................31
(9)Battery-save function setting ...................................32
(10)Key-touch Beep function setting ...........................32
(11)Bell (Pager) function setting ..................................32
(12)Monitor/Mute function setting ................................33
(13)Monitor-key Operation setting ...............................33
Table of Contents
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(14)Write-protect function setting.................................34
(15)Modulation Type setting ........................................34
Chapter 7 Cable-clone and PC Connection .................35
7.1 Cable Connection.............................................................35
7.2 Operation for Receiving Data (on the Slave)....................35
7.3 Operation for Transferring Data (on the Master) ..............36
Chapter 8 Maintenance and Reference........................37
8.1 Troubleshooting................................................................37
8.2 Resetting ..........................................................................38
Factory default value .................................................38
8.3 Optional Accessory List ...................................................38
8.4 Table of Available CTCSS Tones .....................................39
Chapter 9 Specifications ...............................................40
This manual uses the following icons to explain:
Caution
Items indicated with this icon mention precautions for use and procedures which need to be followed. Otherwise, person may be injured, or the receiver including accessories may be damaged or not operate properly.
Items indicated with this icon mention precautions for use and procedures which need to be followed.
Items indicated with this icon mention supplementary and referential information.
Memo
NOTE
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Precautions
Precautionary Statement
Do not open the case nor touch the interior components. Tampering can damage the receiver.
Do not place the receiver in any place where it will be subjected to direct sunlight, dust, or high temperatures.
Keep the receiver away from TVs, tuners, or other equipment if it interferes with reception.
Ensure that the provided antenna is securely mounted.
Turn the power OFF immediately if the receiver should emit
smoke or strange odors. Ensure that the receiver is safe, then contact the nearest Alinco Service Center.
Precautionary Statement - External Power Supply
Use a regulated 3.7V to 6.0V DC external power supply.
Never use any external power supply which exceeds 6.5V.
Otherwise, this may cause the serious damage.
To charge the battery or operate the receiver using AC power, use the provided AC adapter (EDC-126 or EDC-128 depending on the version). Connect the adapter to the receiver's DC-IN jack directly.
When power is supplied from the cigarette socket of a car, use the optionally available cigar-socket DC cable (EDH-32).
Turn the receiver's power OFF when connecting or disconnecting the cable of external power supply.
Request and Agreement
This receiver is manufactured and shipped under strict quality control. However, in some rare instances, if questionable or doubtful points are found, please notify the store where you purchased the receiver.
Since this is a wide band communication receiver, its internal oscillation can sometimes block a signal, or detect an internal signal (sometimes referred to as a "birdie"). These symptoms are not a malfunction.
Specifications and information found in this document are subject to change without notice.
DJ-X7 is a wide band receiver and can be applied to business use.
DJ-X7 receives AM radio with the internal bar-antenna.
DJ-X7 receives high frequency wave (shortwave) with the
internal bar-antenna.
DJ-X7 receives FM radio with the provided earphone antenna.
DJ-X7 features the Shift function.
DJ-X7 features the Tone Squelch function, and it covers 39
CTCSS tones.
DJ-X7 features the Cable-clone function.
DJ-X7 features the PC Connection function*.
DJ-X7 adopts Lithium ion rechargeable battery.
* The free editing software can be downloaded at our website
(http://www.alinco.com). The optional PC interface-cable (ERW-4C) is required to interface your computer and the DJ-X7. Please visit our website for more details before you purchase the ERW-4C as some restrictions may apply depending on your computer conditions.
1.1 Standard Accessory List
Standard accessories may vary. Please contact your dealer for details.
A Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack* DJ-X7T/E: EBP-58N (3.7V 600mAh)
An AC adapter for both recharging battery and supplying
power** (6.0V 0.5A)
DJ-X7T: EDC-126 (120V) DJ-X7E: EDC-128 (220V)
An SMA whip antenna DJ-X7T/E: EA-131
A curl-cable earphone/antenna DJ-X7T/E: EME-25
An antenna cap
An instruction manual
* Hereinafter referred to as battery or battery pack. ** Hereinafter referred to as AC adapter or adapter.
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Features
Chapter 1 Features
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2.1 Mounting Arrangement
Installing & uninstalling antenna
Installing antenna
1.Hold the antenna at the base.
2.Attach the antenna to the antenna connector.
3.Turn the antenna clockwise until it stops.
4.Ensure the antenna is securely installed to the receiver.
Uninstalling antenna Turn the antenna counterclockwise.
Caution
When antenna connector conversion is necessary, be sure to select a proper conversion connector or cable which does not overburden the receiver. Otherwise, this may cause the damage to the receiver and/or the antenna.
Installing an excessively high performance external antenna may get worse of the receiving conditions.
Installing & uninstalling battery
Installing battery
1.Align the projections on the battery with the grooves on the receiver.
2.Push the battery in the direction
of the arrow.
3.Push down the latch of the
battery until it clicks.
Uninstalling battery
1.Push the latch of the battery
upward.
2.Pull out the battery in the
direction of the arrow.
Latch
Latch
Projections
Grooves
NOTE
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Accessories
Chapter 2 Accessories
Caution
Do not modify, dismantle, incinerate, or immerse the battery pack, as these practices can be dangerous.
Do not short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. This may cause damage to the receiver. The short-circuit may lead to overheating the battery, which causes burns.
The battery pack should be stored in dry places where the temperature range is between -20 to 45˚C (-4 to 113˚F). Leaving the battery pack exposed in high humidity or outside the proper temperature range may cause battery liquid leakage or rust on the metal portion.
The battery pack is not charged when shipped. It must be charged before use.
The battery pack can be charged by plugging the AC adapter to the DC-IN jack of the receiver after mounting it to the DJ-X7.
It takes up to 2 hours and 30 minutes (maximum) to fully charge.
Charging should be conducted within a temperature range of 0 to 40˚C (32 to 104˚F). Otherwise, the battery won't be charged properly.
Be sure to remove the battery pack when the receiver is not in use for a long period.
Typically, the battery pack can be charged up to 500 times. However, it is considered consumed if the period of use significantly drops despite the battery being charged for the aforementioned charging time. When this happens, replace the old battery with a new one.
In the interests of environmental protection, do not dispose of the battery pack improperly. Check with your local solid waste officials for details on recycling options or proper disposal in your area.
It is not necessary to turn the power OFF of the receiver while charging. However, noise may occur during reception.
Precaution for preventing short-circuit of battery
Be extra cautious when carrying the battery pack; the short-circuit will produce surge current possibly resulting in fire.
Put it in a non-conductive plastic bag, or wrap it with a non-conductive material when you carry.
Protect it by spreading a non­conductive sheet.
DON'T carry with any type of metals. (e.g. chains)
DON'T put it in bags whose interior is plated with metal. DON'T wrap with a metal plated cloth.
DON'T place it in the proximity of metals or conductors. (e.g. nails, chains)
Terminals
NOTE
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2
Accessories
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2
Accessories
Receiving while charging with AC adapter
Charging battery
1.Install the battery pack to the receiver.
2.Plug the AC adapter to the DC-IN jack of the receiver.
3.Plug the power plug to an outlet.
(EDC-128 has different shape.)
Regardless of whether the power ON or OFF of the receiver, it will start charging. When the receiver is OFF state, the low battery indicator shown below blinks and the RX lamp illuminates during charge. Once it is fully charged, the lamp will go off.
Caution
Never charge batteries of other manufacturers. Never plug the provided AC adapter to other devices, either.
If you should short-circuit the terminals with metal objects and the like, it may cause damage to both the receiver and the battery.
Be sure to connect the AC adapter after mounting the battery pack to the receiver. Otherwise, the battery won't be charged.
Be sure to unplug the AC adapter when it is not in use.
The required charging time depends on the condition of the battery pack.
The battery won't be charged if the voltage from an outlet is extremely low.
Low battery indicator
Battery consumption level may change depending on the surrounding temperature or the conditions of use.
Charge the battery when the indicator appears.
This is not an indicator for battery life remaining.
Low battery indicator
Indicates the charge level is low.
NOTE
AC adapter plug
Power plug
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Names and Functions of Parts
3.1 External View
Chapter 3 Names and Functions of Parts
EAR
PUSH
VOL/SQL
SET
TONE
BANK
SHIFT
MW
PRI
10M/1M
PWR
BAND
V/P/M
SCAN
DJ-X7
WIDE BAND
COMMUNICATION RECEIVER
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
2
7
6
3
4
5
Earphone jack
Dial
RX lamp
Keypad
Speaker
Power key
LCD
Top/Front panel
This is for plugging an earphone or an external speaker (8) with 2.5ø stereo plug. Rotate this dial to change frequency and various settings. Press this dial to adjust the volume and squelch levels. Pressing it down while the icon appears switches to the Set mode. (P.28) It illuminates green while it receives signals or the squelch opens. Use this keypad to change mode and various settings. See on P.12 for more information. A thin speaker is built in. Holding this key for 1 second turns the power ON/OFF of the receiver. It displays frequency and other information. See on P.13 for more information.
Item Description
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3
Names and Functions of Parts
F
LOCK
MONI
SKST
8
9
10
11
Side panel
8
9
10
11
Antenna connector
Function key (LOCK)
Monitor key (ST/SK)
DC-IN jack
Install the included whip antenna or an external antenna. (Hereinafter referred to as [F] key.) Use this key in combination with other keys to access various functions of the receiver. Holding this key for 1 second activates the Key­lock function. (Hereinafter referred to as [MONI] key.) When this key is pressed, squelch opens so that you may receive weaker signals better. TSQ becomes deactivated also. Pressing it down while the icon appears changes tuning steps. This is for plugging an external power supply. Connect the included AC adapter or an optional cigarette lighter cable to operate without battery. When you install the provided battery, you can charge it by connecting the adapter or the cable. (Depending on the receiving frequency, noise may occur when you use the receiver with the cable.)
Item Description
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Names and Functions of Parts
3.2 Key Operations
[F] key
Dial
V/P/M
SCAN
BAND
PWR
10M/1M
F
Dial
Switch among the VFO/Preset/Memory mode (P.16) Start scanning (P.22-24, 25-27)
Switch among bands (P.17)
Perform the Shift function (P.27) Switch between 10MHz and 1MHz up/down (P.18) Switch among functions
Adjust volume, squelch, and other parameters/values (P.14-15, 28)
Program to memory channels (P.20) Switch to the Tone Squelch setting (P.26) Switch among banks
Switch to the Shift setting (P.27)
Switch to the Set mode (P.28)
Perform the Priority Monitoring function (P.25)
Switch to the setting of bank links Turn power ON/OFF (P.14)
Set and release the Key-lock function (P.25)
Switch among the scanning modes (P.22-24)
Independent Operation While is ON Holding for 1 Sec
Dial Operation with Holding
Key
PRI
MW
V/P/M
PWR
TONE
SCAN
BANK
BAND
SHIFT
10M/1M
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Names and Functions of Parts
3.3 Icons and Indicators
Blinks during various types of scanning operations. Disappears during the memory skip operation.
Displays the memory channel number, the set menu number, and other various settings.
Appears when the [F] key is pressed.
Appears while the Attenuator function is ON.
Appears while the keypad is locked.
Indicates the shift direction.
Appears while the Auto-Power-Off function is ON.
Appears while the Bell function is ON.
Appears only when the remaining battery level is low.
Displays frequency and values of the various settings.
Appears while the Battery-save function is ON.
Appears when the receiver squelch opens.
Blinks during the descrambling operation.
Appears while the Priority Monitoring function is ON.
Indicates a modulation type (AM/FM/WFM).
Indicates strength of the receiving signals.
T appears during the tone squelch operation. SQ appears during the tone signal detection operation.
Appears when you link banks in the linked banks scan of the DJ-X7's memory scan.
* The unexplained icon is not used on this receiver.
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12
13
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15
16
17
18
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
10
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Basic Operations
4.1 Turning Power ON
Hold the key for 1 second to turn the power ON.
Hold the key again for 1 second to turn the power OFF.
4.2 Adjusting Volume Level
There are 51 volume levels. (0-50)
The default is set to 30.
1. Press the dial once.
The current volume level is displayed on the LCD.
2. Adjust the volume level by rotating the dial.
As the value increases, the sound becomes louder.
3. Press the dial twice or the [F] key to conclude the setting.
The DJ-X7 also concludes the setting and returns to the normal operating mode after no dial operation continues for 5 seconds.
Caution
When you use an earphone, be sure to set the volume to a proper level.
Never adjust the volume level while using an earphone, as it may hurt your ear.
If the DJ-X7 makes no sound...
When squelch closes or the Mute function is activated, the DJ­X7 does not make any sound even though you increase the value of the audio volume. For more information, refer to "4.3 Adjusting Squelch Level" (see on P.15) and "Mute function" (see on P.16).
TONE
BANK
SHIFT
MW
PRI
10M/1M
PWR
BAND
V/P/M
SCAN
PWR
TONE
BANK
SHIFT
MW
PRI
10M/1M
PWR
BAND
V/P/M
SCAN
Chapter 4 Basic Operations
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4
Basic Operations
4.3 Adjusting Squelch Level
"Squelch" is a function for eliminating noise which you may hear during AM or FM radio reception. This noise is a nature of AM/FM receivers when no signals are present. "To open squelch" means that you have the DJ-X7 receive any signals stronger than the squelch level you adjusted.
There are 10 squelch levels. (0-9)
The default is set to 3.
1. Press the dial twice.
The current squelch level is displayed on the LCD.
2. Increase/decrease the squelch level by rotating the dial.
When you set it to a higher level, weak signals may be interrupted while receiving or may not be received at all. Generally, you should set the squelch to the lowest level where noise is just cut. Depending on the receiving frequencies and the conditions around you, the squelch level needs to be adjusted.
3. Press the dial or the [F] key to conclude the setting.
The DJ-X7 also concludes the setting and returns to the normal operating mode after no dial operation continues for 5 seconds.
Monitor function
This is a function to open squelch compellingly. When a receiving signal is relatively weak or is interrupted, this function opens squelch temporarily regardless of the squelch level you adjusted. This is activated only when the [MONI] key is assigned to the Monitor function in the Set mode. For more information, refer to "(12)Monitor/Mute function setting" on P.33.
There are two options in the Monitor function: PUSH and HOLD. Both options open squelch, and the icon appears on the LCD while this function is ON.
PUSH: Squelch opens while holding the [MONI] key down. When you release the key, the squelch goes back to its normal setting.
HOLD: Squelch opens when you press the [MONI] key, and it remains open until you press the key again. The squelch then goes back to its normal setting.
You can switch between PUSH and HOLD in the Set mode. For more information, refer to "(13)Monitor-key Operation setting" on P.33.
TONE
BANK
SHIFT
MW
PRI
10M/1M
PWR
BAND
V/P/M
SCAN
[MONI] key
TONE
BANK
SHIFT
MW
PRI
10M/1M
PWR
BAND
V/P/M
SCAN
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4
Basic Operations
Mute function
This is a mute function, and it's for cutting off the audio output. This is activated only when the [MONI] key is assigned to the Mute function in the Set mode. For more information, refer to "(12)Monitor/Mute function setting" on P.33.
There are also two options in the Mute function: PUSH and HOLD. Both options put the receiver on mute, and the icon blinks on the LCD while this function is ON.
PUSH: You can keep the DJ-X7 on mute while holding the [MONI] key down. When you release the key, audio output comes back to normal.
HOLD: You can mute the DJ-X7 when you press the [MONI] key, and the mute state is kept on until you press the key again. Then, audio output comes back to normal.
You can switch between PUSH and HOLD in the Set mode. For more information, refer to "(13)Monitor-key Operation setting" on P.33.
Only either of the Monitor function or the Mute function can be executed at a time.
Preparations for receiving signals are now finished. Now, let's tune to a frequency and operate the receiver. The next section explains the DJ-X7's three operating modes.
4.4 Operating Modes
The DJ-X7 has three operating modes; VFO, Preset, and Memory.
VFO mode...............This mode allows you to change frequency
continuously by rotating the dial.
Preset mode............The frequencies of AM, FM, and TV
channels have already been set so that you can choose among them.
Memory mode.........You can receive signals by calling up
previously programmed frequencies.
To program to memory channels, refer to "4.6 Memory Mode" (see on P.19-20).
Switching among modes
Every time you press the key, you can change the operating mode as shown below.
Preset Memory
VFO
M
W
P
R
I
V/P/M
MW
P
R
I
V/P/M
MW
P
R
I
V/P/M
MW
PRI
V/P/M
Memo
Memo
TONE
BANK
SHIFT
MW
PRI
10M/1M
PWR
BAND
V/P/M
SCAN
[MONI] key
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4
Basic Operations
4.5 Frequency Settings
VFO mode
This is the mode which is displayed when you turn the power ON of the receiver as a factory default setting. Frequency and the various settings can be changed by rotating the dial in this mode. Note that the operations are slightly different between the DJ­X7 T and E.
Switching among bands (T version)
For T version, every time you press the key, the following 8 bands can be switched in listed order.
Switching among bands (E version)
For E version, every time you press the key, the following 14 bands can be switched in listed order.
Specifying tuning step The tuning step can be changed. You may choose one of the selections as follows: Auto, 5, 6.25, 8.33, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 125, 200 kHz. *
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Only 1kHz is available as the step in the bands listed above.
*2Only 9kHz is available as the step in the band listed above.
The default is set to "Auto". It is not necessary to change this setting in normal operations, however, this feature may be useful when you wish to receive frequency which is hard to be tuned with the "Auto" setting.
Default
.100 .531
1.625
51.000
76.100
118.000
145.000
175.750
270.000
380.000
433.000
475.750
806.000
1295.000
(100~530kHz)*
1
(531~1620kHz)*
2
(1.625~49.995MHz) (50.000~75.995MHz) (76.000~107.995MHz) (108.000~141.995MHz) (142.000~169.995MHz) (170.000~221.995MHz) (222.000~335.995MHz) (336.000~429.995MHz) (430.000~469.995MHz) (470.000~769.995MHz) (770.000~959.995MHz) (960.000~1299.995MHz)
AM AM AM FM WFM AM FM WFM AM FM FM WFM WFM FM
BANK
BAND
Default
.100 .530
29.000
59.750
145.000
216.000
400.000
960.000
(100~529kHz)*
1
(530~28.995MHz) (29.000~59.745MHz) (59.750~107.995MHz) (108.000~215.995MHz) (216.000~399.995MHz) (400.000~959.995MHz) (960.000~1299.995MHz)
AM AM FM WFM FM FM FM FM
BANK
BAND
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Basic Operations
1. Press the key to select a band to change its tuning step.
Note that the bands with the * marks in the lists shown at the previous page are not able to be selected.
2. Press the [F] key, and press the [MONI] key with the
icon ON.
3. Choose a tuning step by rotating the dial.
4. Press the [F] key to conclude the setting.
The DJ-X7 returns to the display of frequency.
10MHz1MHz UP/DOWN Frequency can be tuned in increments/decrements of
10MHz by pressing the key once. Then, every time you click the dial (rotate clockwise/counterclockwise), the frequency can be changed in 10MHz units. The digit of the 10MHz flashes at this time.
Frequency can be tuned in increments/decrements
of 1MHz by pressing the key once again. Then, every time you click the dial (turn clockwise/counterclockwise), the frequency can be changed in 1MHz units. The digit of the 1MHz flashes at this time.
Note that this key will be used as the Shift key when the Shift function is set to ON (see on P.27). Thus, this tuning becomes invalid.
Preset mode
1. Press the key to switch to the Preset mode.
2. Press the key to select a band you wish to monitor.
Every time you press the key, the band is changed as follows: AM radio FM radio ➔ TV ➔ AM radio...
3. Increase/decrease the frequency (or the channel for TV reception) by rotating the dial.
"AM" appears on the LCD when you select AM radio, and "WFM" appears when you select FM radio or TV. Also, the frequency is displayed when AM/FM radio is selected, but the channel number is displayed when TV is selected.
Memo
BANK
BAND
BANK
BAND
MW
PRI
V/P/M
NOTE
Increase/decrease by 10MHz units when pushing once. by 1MHz units when pushing twice.
Tune frequency with a click
SHIFT
10M/1M
SHIFT
10M/1M
BANK
BAND
PRI
V/P/M
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BANK
TONE
BAND
SCAN
SHIFT
PWR
10M/1M
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Memory mode
1. Press the key to switch to the Memory mode.
2. Press the key to select a bank you wish to monitor.
For more information on a bank, see on P.20 (step 3). It is not possible to select a bank which you have not programmed to.
3. Select a channel by rotating the dial.
For more information on a channel, see on P.20 (step 4). It is not possible to select a channel which you have not programmed to.
When nothing is programmed to memory channels, the Memory mode is skipped and the receiver switches between VFO and Preset in turn.
4.6 Memory Mode
This mode allows you to program frequencies into the DJ-X7's memory. A programmed frequency is called a channel.
Memory types
The DJ-X7 has four types of memory bank; bank for normal memory channels, bank for programmed scan channels, bank for skip-search channels, and bank for priority channels. "Bank" is like a partition which separates a group of channels from others. The following explains each bank type.
Normal memory channel
....................................Channels which are usually called up in
the Memory mode. You can program frequencies up to 1000 channels into the available memory banks. Editing your favorite frequencies in advance will ease calling them up.
Programmed scan channel
.....................................Channels which are used for the
programmed scan. You can program up to 50 pairs of frequency ranges (higher and lower limits) into the "PS" bank.
Skip-search channel
.....................................Channels which are skipped while
executing the VFO scan or the programmed scan. You can program frequencies up to 100 channels into the "PAS" bank.
Priority channel
....................................Channels which are used for the Priority
Monitoring function. You can program frequencies up to 10 channels into the "Pri" bank.
Memo
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BAND
MW
PRI
V/P/M
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It is not possible to program duplicated frequencies to a skip-search channel. If you try to do so, an error beep will sound.
Programming to memory channel
Here are the instructions for programming a frequency to a memory channel. It is necessary to have the icon appear while you are following the step 2 to 4. If the icon disappears, press the [F] key to continue.
1. In the VFO mode, tune to the frequency you wish to program by rotating the dial.
2. Press the [F] key.
The icon appears on the LCD. The bank type is displayed as well.
3. Press the key to select a bank you wish to program to.
Each bank corresponds to the following channel.
0-9 ...............Banks for normal memory channels.
(Note that the number of this bank may vary depending on the factory default or can be varied
by using the editing software.)
PS ................A bank for programmed scan channels.
PAS..............A bank for skip-search channels.
Pri ................A bank for priority channels.
Select an appropriate bank as you desire.
4. Select a channel by rotating the dial.
According to the bank, the number of programmable channels is different as follows;
0-9 ...............Note that the programmable numbers of each
channel may vary depending on how you separate each bank. Total 1000 channels can be divided
into each bank.
PS ................0A - 49b (50 pairs)
PAS..............000 - 099 (100 channels)
Pri ................000 - 009 (10 channels)
Blinking of the channel number indicates that the channel is free to program. When the channel number does not blink, then this indicates the channel is already registered.
5. Press the key to conclude the setting.
Now, the frequency you specified is programmed to the channel. To call up the frequency, refer to "Memory mode" on P.19.
It is not possible to increase the number of memory channels.
It is not possible to overwrite to registered memory channels with the factory default setting. If you wish to enable memory overwriting, refer to "(14)Write­protect function setting" on P.34.
Memo
MW
PRI
V/P/M
BANK
BAND
NOTE
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Clearing memory channel
1. Set the Write-protect function to OFF, if necessary.
For more information, refer to "(14)Write-protect function setting" on P.34.
2. Press the key to switch to the Memory mode.
3. Select a channel you wish to delete by rotating the dial.
4. Press the [F] key, and press the key with the icon ON.
A beep sounds telling that the channel and its frequency are deleted successfully. Then, "------" is displayed on the LCD.
5. With "------" displayed on the LCD, return to the Memory mode by rotating the dial. Otherwise,
press the key to return to the VFO mode.
When there are no more channels programmed to the
memory, press the key to return to the VFO mode.
Right after deleting a channel with "------" displayed on the LCD, you can restore what you erased. To undo the deletion, press the [F] key and press
the key with the icon ON. Note that you won't be able to restore it once you change the operating mode.
Programmable items to memory channels
The following can be stored in each memory channel:
Frequency
Shift frequency
Shift direction (+/-)
Tone frequency
Modulation type
Tone Squelch setting
Analog-inversion scrambling frequency
Decode number for Descrambling
Introducing both free software we provide from our website (http://www.alinco.com) and the optionally available PC interface-cable (ERW-4C) enables you to control and manage the configurations or previously mentioned memory settings from your computer. In addition, connecting the DJ-X7 to your computer enables you to change the factory defaults and separate each bank of the normal memory channel as you desire. (Up to 50 banks x Desired number of channels should equal to less than 1000 channels. For instance, maximum 20 channels can be stored in each of the 50 banks.) This function enhancement is available only by the editing software, and can't be operated with the keypad of the receiver.
Memo
MW
PRI
V/P/M
Memo
MW
PRI
V/P/M
MW
PRI
V/P/M
MW
PRI
V/P/M
MW
PRI
V/P/M
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Chapter 5 Advanced Operations
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Advanced Operations
5.1 Scanning Function
This function automatically searches for active frequencies to help you locate the signal that you wish to receive. There are two types of the scan-resume conditions; Busy and Timer. The default is set to Busy. Switching between those two types can be done in the Set mode. (See on P.31)
Busy scan
Until the scanned signal is gone, the DJ-X7 continues to receive it. Then, the DJ-X7 restarts scanning.
Timer scan
Even if the scanned signal is detected and is being received, the DJ-X7 restarts scanning after 5 seconds.
The decimal point (.) on the LCD blinks during the operation.
The scanning can be suspended to open squelch temporarily
by using the Monitor function (see on P.15). Releasing the function resumes the scanning.
The scanning direction can be changed by rotating the dial during the operation. The scanning restarts in the direction of the last dial operation.
Press any key other than the [MONI] key to stop scanning.
VFO scan
In the VFO mode, it scans with the tuning step you specified in advance throughout the frequencies of the selected band.
1. Press the key to switch to the VFO mode, if necessary.
2. While holding the key down, rotate the dial to display "vFo" on the LCD.
3. Release the key.
The scanning will be performed with the specified tuning step in the direction of the last dial operation (up or down).
4. Rotate the dial in the clockwise direction to scan in the UP direction. Conversely, rotate the dial in the counterclockwise direction to scan in the DOWN direction.
5. Press any key other than the [MONI] key to stop scanning.
TONE
SCAN
TONE
SCAN
MW
PRI
V/P/M
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Programmed scan
This programmed scan searches for signals between a specified range of frequencies. Both the higher and the lower limit of the range need to be programmed in advance. Otherwise, the following operations can't be executed. A programmed range of frequencies (higher and lower) is called a pair of the "programmed scan channel". You can program up to 50 pairs of frequencies. For more information on programming, refer to "Programming to memory channel" on P.20.
1. Press the key to switch to the VFO mode, if necessary.
2. While holding the key down, rotate the dial to select a pair of programmed scan channel you wish to search through.
Either A or b of the pair will scan the same range.
3. Release the key.
When you selected "A" side, the scanning performs in the direction of "b" side. Conversely, when you selected "b" side, the scanning performs in the direction of "A" side.
4. Rotate the dial in the clockwise direction to scan in the UP direction. Conversely, rotate the dial in the counterclockwise direction to scan in the DOWN direction.
5. Press any key other than the [MONI] key to stop scanning.
Preset scan
1. Press the key to switch to the Preset mode.
2. Press the key to select an AM, FM, or TV station.
3. Press the key.
This starts the preset scan. The decimal point (.) on the LCD blinks during the operation. When the DJ-X7 detects a signal, the scanning operation will be suspended.
Memory scan
In the Memory mode, signals are detected from the specified bank or all the banks. There are three types of scanning methods in this memory scan.
Bank scan...................This scans only through a specified
bank.
Linked banks scan
....................................This scans multiple banks which were
linked beforehand. Select a bank to be
linked, and hold the key for 1 second. When the link is set, the icon appears on the LCD. Holding the key again for 1 second cancels the link setting, and the icon will go off.
All banks scan ............This scans from the bank 0 through bank
9 which are previously programmed.
BANK
BAND
TONE
SCAN
BANK
BAND
MW
PRI
V/P/M
TONE
SCAN
TONE
SCAN
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PRI
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The all banks scan is valid only for numeric banks, and other banks such as priority are disregarded.
The banks can be expanded up to 50 with free downloadable software we provide at our website.
1. Press the key to switch to the Memory mode.
2. Hold the key.
The currently selected scanning method is displayed.
3. Select a method by rotating the dial with the key pressed down.
Each method is displayed as follows on the LCD.
mEmorY .......Bank scan
Linq..............Linked banks scan
ALL ..............All banks scan
When you select the bank scan, the bank which is currently selected in the Memory mode becomes a target bank for scanning.
4. Release the key.
This starts the memory scan. The decimal point (.) on the LCD blinks during the operation. When the DJ-X7 detects a signal, the scanning operation will be suspended.
The following operations are applicable to all the Scanning functions (VFO, programmed, preset, and memory).
The scanning starts in the direction of the last dial operation (up and down). However, the programmed scan searches for signals towards the other side you selected. (From "A" to "b" or from "b" to "A")
The scanning direction can be changed by rotating the dial during the operation.
Press any key other than the [MONI] key to stop scanning.
The scanning can be suspended to open squelch temporarily by using the Monitor function (see on P.15). Releasing the function resumes the scanning.
You can choose the scan-resume condition from two options. For more information, refer to "(6)Scan Type Switching setting" on P.31.
5.2 Memory Skip Function
This function is for skipping the specified memory channel while executing the memory scan function. Follow the instructions below to set the memory channel you wish to skip during the scanning operation.
1. Press the key to switch to the Memory mode.
2. Select the memory channel you wish to skip.
3. Press the [F] key.
The icon appears on the LCD.
MW
PRI
V/P/M
Memo
TONE
SCAN
TONE
SCAN
TONE
SCAN
MW
PRI
V/P/M
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4. Press the [MONI] key.
You can now set the memory channel to be skipped. The decimal point (.) on the LCD goes off during the skip operation.
To cancel the Memory Skip function
Repeat step 3 and 4 after selecting the memory channel you wish to cancel the skip. Then, the decimal point (.) on the LCD appears.
5.3 Key-lock Function
This function avoids unwanted, incorrect, or unauthorized operations of the keys.
Hold the [F] key for 1 second to switch ON/OFF of the function.
When the Key-lock function is ON, the icon appears on the LCD.
The [MONI] key operations, volume and squelch adjustments, ON/OFF of the power supply, and the Key-lock release are executable even with this function ON.
5.4 Priority Monitoring Function
This function can monitor two frequencies at a time, so that you can catch the target signal effectively while receiving frequency of another band. This means that the DJ-X7 switches between two reception modes alternately; after receiving the VFO frequency for 5 seconds, the DJ-X7 changes the mode momentarily to see if the priority frequency is active. If not, it returns to the VFO frequency after 0.5 seconds.
1. Hold the key for 1 second to start the priority monitoring operation.
The icon appears on the LCD during the operation.
2. Release the key to cancel the function.
The icon disappears.
You are required to program frequency to at least 1 priority channel in advance. Otherwise, a beep sounds and the above operation can't be executed. For more information on programming, refer to "Programming to memory channel" on P.20.
You can select the programmed priority channel for this operation in the Set mode. (See on P.31)
The scanning is not executable during the operation.
Even if the DJ-X7 detects the priority frequency, it
returns to the VFO frequency after a lapse of 5 seconds.
5.5 Descrambling Function
This function returns scrambled voice to normal reception. Note that the DJ-X7T doesn't have this function. This feature is available only for the E version.
1. Tune to a signal using analog-inversion scrambling.
2. Press the [F] key.
The icon appears on the LCD.
Memo
MW
PRI
V/P/M
MW
PRI
V/P/M
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3. Press the key.
This starts the Descrambling function. The icon on the LCD blinks during the operation. Also, the decode No. for scrambling will appear.
4. Select a decode No. by rotating the dial.
Select a number from 0 to 16 where you can hear clear audio output.
Pressing the [F] key allows you to descramble the voice using the specified decode No., and change the frequency at the same time.
To cancel the Descrambling function
Press the [F] key, then the key.
Use of the Descrambling function may be prohibited in some jurisdictions. Check local regulations before use.
5.6 Tone Squelch Function
This function opens squelch only when a signal carrying the CTCSS tone is received. This function allows you to monitor specific stations without listening to unwanted signals.
1. Rotate the dial to tune to a frequency on which the CTCSS (Tone Squelch) system is used.
2. Press the [F] key.
The icon appears on the LCD.
3. Press the key several times to display the tone frequency with the icon ON.
4. Select a CTCSS tone by rotating the dial to match the target signal.
Select a tone referring to "8.4 Table of Available CTCSS Tones" on P.39.
5. Press the [F] key to conclude the setting.
To cancel the Tone Squelch function
Press the [F] key. Then, press the key several times to display "oFF" on the LCD. Press the [F] key again to conclude the cancel setting.
You should always set the normal squelch level properly (see on P.15) even though the noise is cut automatically with this function.
NOTE
TONE
SCAN
TONE
SCAN
NOTE
TONE
SCAN
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SCAN
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5.7 Tone Scan Function
This function detects a CTCSS tone frequency of the receiving signal automatically.
1. In the VFO mode, rotate the dial to tune to the frequency on which a tone signal is transmitted.
2. Press the key.
3. Rotate the dial to display "tonE" on the LCD while
holding the key down.
4. Release the key.
This starts the Tone Scan function. The scanned CTCSS tone will be displayed on the LCD. When it is detected, the icon appears on the LCD and the scanning stops.
5. Press the [F] key.
This returns to the VFO mode.
To cancel the Tone Scan function
This function continues scanning until it detects a tone. When you wish to suspend or stop the function, press any key other than the key or the [MONI] key.
5.8 Shift Function
This function switches to receive another frequency with the one-touch operation while receiving the other. This feature is useful to receive both repeaters' uplink and downlink signals.
1. Press the [F] key, and press the key with the icon ON.
Every time you press the key, the display changes as follows.
2. Select a frequency to be shifted by rotating the dial.
When you rotate the dial while holding the key down, you can tune frequency in the unit of 1MHz except the band .100 (T and E version) and the band .531 (E version).
3. Press the [F] key to conclude the setting.
4. While holding the key down, you can temporarily receive the frequency of the split side.
Releasing the key returns to the current frequency reception.
As a nature of repeater signals, it is not always able to receive both signals. The uplink stations must be close to you to receive them. Otherwise, you may hear only the downlinks.
NOTE
SHIFT
10M/1M
SHIFT
10M/1M
SHIFT
10M/1M
「oFF」 Shiftfreq. Shiftfreq.
SHIFT
10M/1M
PWR
TONE
SCAN
TONE
SCAN
TONE
SCAN
Chapter 6 Set Mode Configurations
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Set Mode Configurations
You can configure values or parameters of the DJ-X7's various operating functions in the Set mode.
6.1 Set Mode Menu List
The following 15 items are available for your DJ-X7 customization.
(1)Attenuator function setting
(2)Antenna Type Switching setting
(3)AM Bar-antenna setting
(4)Shortwave Bar-antenna setting
(5)Illumination Lamp function setting
(6)Scan Type Switching setting
(7)Priority Monitoring function setting
(8)Auto-Power-Off function setting
(9)Battery-save function setting
(10)Key-touch Beep function setting
(11)Bell (Pager) function setting
(12)Monitor/Mute function setting
(13)Monitor-key Operation setting
(14)Write-protect function setting
(15)Modulation Type setting
6.2 Configuring Values/Parameters of Menu Items
1. Press the [F] key, and press the dial once with the icon ON.
The DJ-X7 enters the Set mode.
2. Press the dial to select an item.
Every time you press the dial, the setting item is changed. When you press the [MONI] key, the items are displayed in the reverse direction.
3. When the item to be configured is displayed, change its value or parameter by rotating the dial.
For more detailed information, refer to "6.3 Set Mode Configurations" section. The number shown in the section corresponds to the set menu number displayed on the LCD. The explanations are made in the order displayed in the clockwise direction.
4. Press the [F] key to conclude each setting.
Set menu No.
Setting item
Value/Parameter
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6.3 Set Mode Configurations
Details of each item of the Set mode menu are as follows.
(1)Attenuator function setting
Use this function when the receiving signal is interfered by strong signals of nearby channels. When you activate this function, the DJ-X7 attenuates the receiving sensitivity at about 20dB. Although the reception level of the target signal you wish to listen to weakens, this means that unnecessary signals also become difficult to be received. And as a consequence, it may make the target signal distinctly audible.
1. Select the set menu No.1 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to switch ON/OFF of the function.
When you set it to ON, the icon appears on the LCD.
This function is effective only for antennas installed to the DJ-X7's antenna connector. Set it to OFF for normal operations.
(2)Antenna Type Switching setting
The DJ-X7 can switch its antenna according to the frequency bands you wish to listen to. The DJ-X7 provides you with the following 4 types of antenna. You can select the antenna with the set menu No.2 to No.4.
External antenna
....................................The whip antenna included with the DJ-
X7 or an external antenna. This setting is valid for all frequency range.
Earphone antenna
...........................................The provided earphone's cord performs the
role of an antenna. It can receive frequency bands over 30MHz.
AM bar-antenna............This is an internal antenna which receives
100kHz to 3MHz frequencies including AM radio. Switch to this antenna with the set menu No.3.
Shortwave bar-antenna
.........................................This is an internal antenna which receives
3MHz to 30MHz frequencies including shortwave bands. Switch to this antenna with the set menu No.4.
Each antenna is displayed as follows on the LCD.
External antenna......................SmA
Earphone antenna ...................EAr
AM bar-antenna.......................Abr
Shortwave bar-antenna ...........Sbr
Switch between the external antenna and the earphone antenna with this set menu No.2.
1. Select the set menu No.2 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
Memo
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2. Rotate the dial to change the display as shown below and select the antenna.
When using the earphone antenna, a signal may be unstable depending on the conditions, such as position of the earphone cord and receiving frequency.
(3)AM Bar-antenna setting
You can choose whether or not to use the AM bar-antenna. When you set this function to ON, it comes to receive 100kHz to 3MHz frequencies including AM radio. When you set it to OFF, the DJ-X7 uses the antenna installed to the DJ-X7's antenna connector.
1. Select the set menu No.3 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to switch ON/OFF of the function.
(4)Shortwave Bar-antenna setting
You can choose whether or not to use the shortwave bar­antenna. When you set this function to ON, it comes to receive 3MHz to 30MHz frequencies including shortwave bands. When you set it to OFF, the DJ-X7 uses the antenna installed to the DJ-X7's antenna connector.
1. Select the set menu No.4 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to switch ON/OFF of the function.
(5)Illumination Lamp function setting
As the factory default setting, any key operations automatically turn on the backlight of the LCD and turn it off when no operation continues for 5 seconds. When you set this function to ON, it becomes always ON state. Setting it to OFF deactivates the backlight feature.
1. Select the set menu No.5 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
Memo
「SmA」「EAr」
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2. Rotate the dial to select the mode as you desire.
The default is set to 5 seconds. The battery consumes faster when you select ON.
(6)Scan Type Switching setting
You can set the scan-resume condition. When the DJ-X7 detects a signal while scanning, it suspends the operation. With this setting, you can choose how it resumes.
bUSY ...........This setting resumes the scanning when the DJ-X7
no longer receives the signal.
timEr ............This setting resumes the scanning after an interval
of 5 seconds, even though the DJ-X7 is receiving the signal.
1. Select the set menu No.6 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to change the display as shown below and select either of the scan-resume conditions.
(7)Priority Monitoring function setting
This function can monitor two frequencies at a time, so that you can catch the target signal effectively while receiving frequency of another band. With this setting, you can set a priority channel for the priority monitoring operation. For more information on this function, see on P.25.
1. Select the set menu No.7 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to select one of the priority channels to be watched.
Select a priority channel from the channels of 000 to 009 which are programmed beforehand. (See on P.20)
(8)Auto-Power-Off function setting
This function prevents the battery from being consumed by forgetting to turn off the receiver.
1. Select the set menu No.8 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
「bUSY」 「timEr」
「5」「on「oF
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2. Rotate the dial to switch ON/OFF of the function. Unless you set it to OFF, select the setting time.
When you set it to ON, the icon appears on the LCD. With the icon ON, the power is automatically turned off if there is no key operation for the specified period of time. Just before turning it off, a beep sound will be heard. To turn the power ON, hold the power key for 1 second.
Any key operations can reset countdown for the APO (Auto-Power-Off) and extend the APO time. However, the APO time is not extended only by receiving signals.
(9)Battery-save function setting
This function prevents wasting battery power by making the internal circuit dormant at a constant ratio. When you set this function to ON, the receiver will be in the hibernation state if no key operation or no reception continues for 5 seconds. Set it to ON for normal operations.
1. Select the set menu No.9 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to switch ON/OFF of the function.
When you set it to ON, the icon appears on the LCD.
The default is set to ON.
This function becomes invalid temporarily while the DJ-X7 is
scanning or receiving signals.
The LCD displays even when the DJ-X7 is in the hibernation state.
(10)Key-touch Beep function setting
This function sounds a beep during operations. If you feel noisy or annoying, you may turn off the sound.
1. Select the set menu No.10 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to switch ON/OFF of the function.
(11)Bell (Pager) function setting
This function is like a pager (beeper). The DJ-X7 informs you with a bell sound that it received a signal.
1. Select the set menu No.11 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
Memo
「oF」「30「60「90
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2. Rotate the dial to switch ON/OFF of the function.
When you set it to ON, the icon appears on the LCD. When the DJ-X7 receives a signal, a bell sounds with the icon blinked to let you know.
(12)Monitor/Mute function setting
With this setting, you can decide the role of the [MONI] key; to be used for the Monitor function or to be used for the Mute function.
moni.............The [MONI] key is used for the Monitor function.
mUtE............The [MONI] key is used for the Mute function.
1. Select the set menu No.12 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to change the display as shown below and select the key role.
(13)Monitor-key Operation setting
With this setting, you can decide the operation of the [MONI] key when the Monitor or the Mute function is used.
PUSH ...........The Monitor or the Mute function is valid while
holding the [MONI] key down.
HoLd............The Monitor or the Mute function switches to
valid/invalid every time the [MONI] key is pressed.
1. Select the set menu No.13 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to change the display as shown below and select the operation mode.
「PUSH」 「HoLd」
「moni」 「mUtE」
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(14)Write-protect function setting
This is a memory-save function. This function prevents overwriting or deleting memory channels by mistake and protects what you've programmed. You can always program frequencies to blank channels regardless of this setting.
1. Select the set menu No.14 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to switch ON/OFF of the function.
(15)Modulation Type setting
You can select modulation types (radio wave types). It may be necessary to change the tuning step used in the target frequency band in advance, referring to "Specifying tuning step" on P.17.
1. Select the set menu No.15 by pressing the dial.
The following is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to select the radio wave type.
When the tuning step is set to "Auto", this set menu No.15 won't be displayed.
Memo
「WFM」「FM「AM
Caution
Before resetting (see on P.38) the receiver, be sure to check out the setting of the Write-protect function. Executing the resetting with the function OFF state deletes all programmed memory channels and returns to the initial (default factory) settings. Once you execute the resetting and delete the data you've programmed, it is not possible to undo it (unless you saved the data in your computer with the editing software).
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Cable-clone and PC Connection
Cable-clone is a useful function for transferring the stored memories and operating parameters from one receiver (called as Master) to another (called as Slave) using a cable to make a copy of the Master (original) DJ-X7. Moreover, once you connect the DJ-X7 to your computer using an optionally available cable, you can control and manage the configurations or other memory settings from the computer with free downloadable software we provide on the Internet. (For more information, see MEMO on P.21 right hand.) When you wish to connect to a computer, refer to "7.2 Operation for Receiving Data (on the Slave)" section.
7.1 Cable Connection
Connect the earphone jacks on the Master and the Slave with a 2.5ø stereo plug cable (commercially available) as shown in the below illustration. When you connect the DJ-X7 to a computer, use the PC interface-cable (optionally available; ERW-4C). Plug the socket of the cable to a serial port on the computer, and plug the other to the earphone jack on the DJ­X7.
Ensure that the both receivers are OFF before the connection.
7.2 Operation for Receiving Data (on the Slave)
1. Hold the key for 1 second to turn the power ON while holding the [MONI] key.
The following is displayed on the LCD, and the Slave enters the Clone mode.
2. For the Cable-clone, operate on the Master at this time with reference to the next section. For the PC connection, launch the editing software.
After you launched the software, select the menu displayed on the screen as you desire.
3. Turn the power OFF on the Slave after the transfer is over or you finish the operations with the computer.
A 2.5ø stereo plug cable should be a direct-coupled type to avoid internal resistance.
Even while the Master transfers data, the operation can be suspended with any key operations on the Slave. To restart, press the dial.
Do not unplug the cable while cloning. Otherwise "" is displayed on the Master's LCD, and the Master suspends transferring.
Note that all data stored on the Slave are overwritten with the Master's if cloning is executed. Be sure if it's OK before cloning.
NOTE
PWR
To the earphone jack on the Slave DJ-X7
To the earphone jack on the Master DJ-X7
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Cable-clone and PC Connection
7.3 Operation for Transferring Data (on the Master)
1. Hold the key for 1 second to turn the power ON while holding the [MONI] key.
The following is displayed on the LCD, and the Master enters the Clone mode.
2. Press the dial to transfer data of the Master's. Make sure that the following is displayed on the LCD.
3. Make sure of the following display.
4. Turn the power OFF on the Master to release the Clone mode.
If it should fail to transfer data, " " is displayed on the LCD. If you see this, redo from step 1.
PWR
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Maintenance and Reference
Chapter 8 Maintenance and Reference
8.1 Troubleshooting
Please check the list below before concluding that the receiver is faulty. If a problem persists, try to reset the receiver (see on P.38). This may correct erroneous operations.
Nothing appears on the LCD when you turn
the power ON.
No speaker audio/ No reception.
Frequency display is incorrect.
Won't scan.
Frequency and memory channel number do
not change.
Key entry is not possible.
Display blinks or goes out during reception.
Loose connection of the Li-Ion battery
Consumed battery/ Discharged battery
Releasing the [PWR] key too quickly.
Volume level is too low.
Squelch level is too high.
Tone Squelch is ON.
CPU error
Squelch opens.
Key-lock is ON.
Key-lock is ON.
Insufficient battery power
Symptom Possible Cause Action
Check if the terminals of the battery are clean.
Recharge the battery.
Hold the [PWR] key for 1 second until the receiver turns on.
Adjust the volume level.
Adjust the squelch level.
Deactivate the Tone Squelch.
Uninstall the battery or unplug an external power supply, and
do it again after an interval of 10 seconds. If it does not solve
the problem, reset the receiver.
Adjust the squelch level so that noise is just muted.
Release the Key-lock.
Release the Key-lock.
Recharge the battery.
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Maintenance and Reference
8.2 Resetting
The resetting deletes all programmed memory channels and returns to the initial (default) factory settings.
1. Hold the key for 1 second to turn the power ON while holding the [F] key.
2. Release the keys when all icons and indicators are displayed.
The receiver returns to the initial VFO mode.
Factory default value
VFO frequency 145MHz
Max number of memory channels 1000ch
Volume level 30
Squelch level 3
Tuning step Auto
8.3 Optional Accessory List
EBP-58N: Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack (3.7V 600mAh) EDC-126: AC Adapter (6.0V 0.5A/120V for DJ-X7T) EDC-128: AC Adapter (6.0V 0.5A/220V for DJ-X7E) EME-25: Curl-cable earphone/antenna EDH-32: Cigar-socket DC cable EME-18: Straight-cable earphone ESC-38: Softcase ERW-4C: PC interface-cable
PWR
Caution
Before resetting the receiver, be sure to check out the setting of the Write-protect function (see on P.34). Executing the resetting with the function OFF state deletes all programmed memory channels and returns to the initial (default factory) settings. Once you execute the resetting and delete the data you've programmed, it is not possible to undo it (unless you saved the data in your computer with the editing software).
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8.4 Table of Available CTCSS Tones
The table below illustrates the available CTCSS tones. Rotate the dial while a tone frequency is displayed on the LCD to make selection of CTCSS tone from the 39 available.
67.0
69.3
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5
91.5
94.8
97.4
100.0
103.5
107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123.0
127.3
131.8
136.5
141.3
146.2
151.4
156.7
162.2
167.9
173.8
179.9
186.2
192.8
203.5
210.7
218.1
225.7
233.6
241.8
250.3
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Specifications
Chapter 9 Specifications
AM FM/WFM
Battery contacts External DC port Average Stand-by Battery-save ON
NFM/AM WFM 1st 2nd 3rd FM WFM AM NFM/AM WFM
0.100~1299.995MHz continuous (USA T version: cellular frequencies [824.000~849.995MHz,
869.000~894.995MHz)] are blocked.) A3E F3E 50 unbalanced SMA port DC3.7V DC3.7V~6.0V Approx. 90mA Approx. 65mA Approx. 22mA
-7~+3ppm (-10°C~+60°C) 58W×96H×14.5D mm/2.28W×3.78H×0.57D inches (projection exclusive) Approx. 103g/3.62oz (antenna and battery inclusive) Triple-conversion Super-heterodyne Double-conversion Super-heterodyne
243.95MHz
39.15MHz (NFM/AM),10.7MHz (WFM) 450kHz (NFM/AM) 30~470MHz: -12dBµ (0.25µV) 470MHz or higher: -6dBµ (0.5µV) 12dBSINAD
76~470MHz: -2dBµ (0.8µV) 470MHz or higher: 9dBµ (2.8µV) 12dBSINAD
0.1~50MHz: 0dBµ (1.0µV) 50MHz or higher: -8dBµ (0.4µV) 10dB S/N
-6dB/12kHz or more -60dB/35kHz or less
-6dB/130kHz or more -60dB/300kH or more Max 100mW or more (8Ω)
Receiver range
Modulation type Antenna impedance Operating battery voltage
Current consumption
Frequency stability Size Weight
Receiver
Intermediate frequency
Sensitivities (*)
Selectivity
Audio output power * Typical values in the bands, not the minimum guaranteed values.
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