VHF FM Mobile Transceiver
DR-B185HT
DR-B185HE
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing your new Alinco transceiver.
Please read this manual carefully before using the
product to ensure full performance, and keep this
manual for future reference as it contains information
on after-sales services. In case addendum or errata
sheets are included with this product, please read
those materials and keep them together with this
instruction manual for future reference.
Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing this excellent Alinco transceiver.
Our products are ranked among the finest in the world. This radio has
been manufactured with state of the art technology and it has been tested
carefully at our factory. It is designed to operate to your satisfaction for
many years under normal use.
Please read this manual completely from the first page to the
last, to learn all the functions the product offers. It is important to
note that some of the operations may be explained in relation to
information in previous chapters. By reading just one part of the
manual, you may risk not understanding the complete explanation
of the function.
Before transmitting
There are many radio stations operating in proximity to the frequency
ranges this product covers. Be careful not to cause interference when
transmitting around such radio stations.
■ Lightning
Please note that no car provides adequate protection of its passengers
or drivers against lightning.Therefore, Alinco will not take responsibility
for any danger associated with using its products outdoor or inside the
car during lightning.
Features
■ Output power selectable (Hi/Lo)
■ PC-programmable
■ Alphanumeric name tags
■ Sub-tone (CTCSS/DCS) Encode/Decode, DTMF/ANI
■ Various scan modes, Key lock, Wide/Narrow operations
and more at NO extra costs.
Copyright 2014 All rights reserved. NO part of this document
may be reproduced, copied, translated or transcribed in any
form or by any means writhout the prior written permission of
Alinco.Inc, Osaka, Japan, English Edition Printed in China.
NOTICE / Compliance Information Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 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 equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the transceiver 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 modications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
VHF FM mobile transceiver DR-B185HT
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
Alinco, Inc. Electronics Division hereby declare on our sole responsibility that
the product(s) listed below comply the essential requirements of the Directive
1999/5/EC, The council of 3/99/99 on Radio Equipment and Telecommunication
Terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity and with
the provisions of Annex, after having performed the required measurements at
Notified Bodies per Standards, and relative certificate(s) or document(s) can be
reviewed at http://www.alinco.com/Ce/
VHF FM mobile transceiver DR-B185HE
144.000~145.995 MHz
This device is authorized for use in all EU and EFTA member states. An operator's
license is required for this device.
Check with your local waste officials for details on recycling or proper disposal
in your area.
Manufacturer:
ALINCO,Inc. Electronics Division
Yodoyabashi Dai Bldg 13F, 4-4-9, Koraibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka
541-0043 JAPAN
WARNING
To prevent any hazard during operation of Alinco’s radio product, in this
manual and on the product you may nd symbols shown below. Please
read and understand the meanings of these symbols before starting to
use the product.
Danger
Alert
Caution
This symbol is intended to alert the user to an immediate
danger that may cause loss of life and property if the
user disregards the warning.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to a possible
hazard that may cause loss of 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.
ALART
Environment and condition of use:
Do not drive while handling the radio for your safety. It is
recommended that you check local trafc regulations regarding the
use of radio equipment while driving.
Some countries prohibit the operation of transceiver while driving.
Do not use this product in close proximity to other electronics
devices, especially medical ones. It may cause interference to
those devices.
Keep the radio out of the reach of children.
Alert symbol. An explanation is given.
Warning symbol. An explanation is given.
Instruction symbol. An explanation is given.
In case a liquid leaks from the product, do not touch it. It may
damage your skin.
Rinse with plenty of cold water if the liquid contacted your skin.
Never operate this product in facilities where radio products are
prohibited for use such as aboard aircraft, in airports, in ports,
within or near the operating area of business wireless stations or
their relay stations.
Use of this product may be prohibited or illegal outside of your
country. Be informed in advance when you travel.
The manufacturer declines any responsibilities against loss of
life and/or property due to a failure of this product when used to
perform important tasks like life-guarding, surveillance, and rescue.
WARNING
Do not use multiple radios in very close proximity. It may cause
interference and/or damage to the product(s).
The manufacturer declines any responsibilities against loss of life
and property due to a failure of this product when used with or as a
part of a device made by third parties.
Use of third party accessory may result in damage to this product.
It will void our warranty for repair.
Handling this product:
Be sure to reduce the audio output level to minimum before using
an earphone or a headset. Excessive audio may damage hearing.
Do not open the unit without permission or instruction from the
manufacturer.
Unauthorized modification or repair may result in electric shock,
re and/or malfunction.
Do not operate this product in a wet place such as shower room. It
may result in electric shock, re and/or malfunction.
Do not place conductive materials, such as water or metal in close
proximity to the product. A short-circuit to the product may result in
electric shock, re and/or malfunction.
Do not touch the heatsink (on/around the unit mostly found on
mobile-base units) as it may become very hot during/after the
operation that may risk burn your skin.
About power-supply:
Use only appropriate, reliable and certied power supply of correct
voltage and capacity.
Do not connect cables in reverse polarity. It may result in electric
shock, re and/or malfunction.
Do not plug multiple devices including the power-supply into a
single wall outlet. It may result in overheating and/or re.
Do not handle a power-supply with a wet hand. It may result in
electric shock.
Securely plug the power-supply to the wall outlet. Insecure
installation may result in short-circuit, electronic shock and/or re.
Do not plug the power-supply into the wall outlet if the contacts are
dirty and/or dusty.
Shortcircuiting and/or overheating may result in re, electric shock
and/or damage to the product.
Do not modify or remove fuse-assembly from the DC-cable. It may
result in re, electric shock and/or damage to the product.
WARNING
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 including the antenna if a thunderstorm
is likely.
Turn off the unit, remove the mobile antenna from its base and
keep it in the vehicle if a thunderstorm is likely.
Please read cautions regarding the lightning-protection on page 9
also.
Maintenance
Do not open the unit and its accessories. Please consult with your
local dealer of this product for service and assistance.
CAUTION
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.
Do not modify, dismantle, incinerate, or immerse the batteries that
may be used in accessories you use with this product.
Please check your local regulations for details on recycling option
or disposal of the batteries in your area.
About transceiver
Do not connect devices other than specied 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.
Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe off dirt and condensation from the
surface of the product.
Never use thinner or benzene for cleaning.
About power-supply
Use only reliable power supply of specic DC output range and be
mindful of the polarity of the cables and DC jack.
Always turn off the power supply when connecting or disconnecting
the cables.
When using an external antenna, make sure that the antenna
ground is not common with the ground of the power supply.
European users: When a transceiver is powered from an external
DC power source (adapter, power supply, cigar-plug etc), make
sure that this power supply has approval to the level of IEC/EN
60950-1.
WARNING
CONTENTS
Supplied Accessories ..........................................................1
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ............................................................1
MOBILE INSTALLATION .................................................................2
Initial Installation ..................................................................2
DC POWER CABLE CONNECTION ............................................... 3
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE DISPLAY ...........................................5
ANTENNA CONNECTION ...............................................................5
ACCESSORIES CONNECTIONS ...................................................5
FRONT PANEL ................................................................................7
BASIC FUNCTIONS ........................................................................ 7
OPERATIONS BY PRESSING AND HOLDING THE
FOLLOWING RESPECTIVE KEYS ................................................. 7
Getting Acquainted ..............................................................7
PRESS
THE FOLLOWING KEY. ..................................................................8
PRESS
ACTIVATE FOLLOWING FUNCTION: .............................................8
OPERATIONS WHEN TURNING ON THE POWER WHILE
PRESSING THE FOLLOWING RESPECTIVE KEYS .....................9
REAR PANEL ................................................................................... 9
DISPLAY .......................................................................................... 10
MICROPHONE ................................................................................ 11
Operating Modes (VFO Mode, Memory Mode, Channel
Display Mode) .......................................................................12
VFO MODE ...................................................................................... 12
MEMORY MODE .............................................................................12
CHANNEL DISPLAY MODE ............................................................14
FUNC
KEY UNTIL ICON APPEARS THEN PRESS
FUNC
KEY AND FOLLOWING KEY TOGETHER TO
Basic Operations ................................................................. 15
SWITCHING THE POWER ON/OFF ............................................... 15
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME ........................................................... 15
ADJUSTING FREQUENCY/CHANNEL THROUGH THE DIAL .......15
SQUELCH LEVEL SETTING ...........................................................15
TO RECEIVE SIGNALS ...................................................................16
MONITORING FUNCTION ..............................................................16
TO TRANSMIT SIGNALS ................................................................16
CALL MODE ....................................................................................16
KEY OPERATIONS ................................................................ 17
SCANNING FUNCTION ..................................................................17
DCS SCAN ......................................................................................19
CTCSS/DCS ENCODE AND DECODE SETUP ..............................20
HIGH/LOW POWER SWITCH ......................................................... 20
OFFSET DIRECTION SETUP .........................................................21
KEYPAD LOCKOUT ........................................................................21
REVERSE FUNCTION .................................................................... 21
PARAMETER SETTING MODE .............................................22
CHANNEL STEP SETTING .............................................................22
MEMORY NAME (ALPHANUMERIC TAG) .....................................23
MEMORY DISPLAY INDICATOR ..................................................... 23
BEEP ...............................................................................................23
DIMMER SETTING .......................................................................... 24
AUTOMATIC BACK LIGHT .............................................................. 24
TIME-OUT-TIMER ...........................................................................25
TOT PENALTY .................................................................................25
AUTO POWER OFF ........................................................................25
MESSAGE DISPLAYED WHEN TURNING ON THE POWER ........ 26
CONTENTS
SETTING THE MESSAGE DISPLAYED WHEN TRUNING ON
THE POWER ...................................................................................26
BCLO SETTING ...............................................................................26
OFFSET FREQUENCY ...................................................................27
VFO UPPER LIMIT ..........................................................................27
VFO LOWER LIMIT .........................................................................27
TONE-BURST FREQUENCY ..........................................................28
DEFAULT TONE VALUE .................................................................. 28
DEFAULT SQ VALUE ......................................................................28
DEFAULT DCS VALUE .................................................................... 29
AUTO-DIALER .................................................................................29
DTMF TX SPEED ............................................................................30
DTMF PAUSE TIME.........................................................................30
DTMF MONITOR .............................................................................31
SCAN TYPE ..................................................................................... 31
SCANNING STOP TIME -TMR ........................................................31
SCANNING STOP TIME -BSY ........................................................31
TONE SEARCH SCANNING SPEED .............................................. 32
DCS SCANNING SPEED ................................................................ 32
PRIORITY SCAN SETTING ............................................................32
MEMORY CHANNEL SCANNING SETTING ..................................33
GROUP SCANNING STEP..............................................................33
NARROW MODE ............................................................................. 33
BEAT SHIFT ..................................................................................... 34
TUNING CONTROL .........................................................................34
S-METER SQUELCH ......................................................................34
SQUELCH HANG TIME ................................................................... 35
2TONE .............................................................................................35
2TONE RECEIVING SYSTEM ........................................................36
2TONE TRANSMISSION TYPE ......................................................36
Cable Clone ........................................................................... 37
Maintenance .......................................................................... 38
DEFAULT SETTING AFTER RESETTING DR-B185.......................38
TO RESET .......................................................................................38
TROUBLE SHOOTING .................................................................... 38
Specications DR-B185 ....................................................... 39
1
Supplied Accessories
Carefully unpack to make sure the following items are found in the package in addition to this manual:
Supplied Accessories
●Transceiver DR-B185
1
About standard microphone
Either EMS-53 or 57 comes with this product.
The instructions in this manual are based on EMS-57, therefore some
key operations may not be available to EMS-53 users.
Factory default microphones:
•DR-B185HT : EMS-57 DTMF Remote
•DR-B185HE : EMS-53 Plain
The standard accessories may vary slightly depending on the version you have purchased. Please contact your local authorized Alinco dealer should you have any
questions. Alinco and authorized dealers are not responsible for any typographical errors there may be in this manual. Standard accessories may change without
notice.
Warranty Policy: Please refer to any enclosed warranty information or contact your authorized Alinco dealer / distributor for the warranty policy.
■
In order to operate this product, a properly tuned antenna, its feedline with connectors and xing hardware are necessary. Please
●Microphone EMS-53 or
EMS-57 (with DTMF keyboard)
EMS-53 EMS-57
●Mobile Mounting Bracket ●DC Power Cable with Fuse Holder
ZFM1004
●Hardware Kit for Bracket
Black Bracket Knob
(4PCS)
ZAE1002
●Spare Fuses
(2PCS)
ZEF1001
Tapping screws
(M5X20mm)
(4PCS)
ZUA1007
S-Washer
(4PCS)
consult with your dealer for details.
Mobile installation
The transceiver may be installed in any position in your car, where the
controls and microphone are easily accessible and it does not interfere
with the safe operation of the vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with air
bags, be certain your radio will not interfere with their deployment. If you
are uncertain about where to mount the unit, contact your vehicle's dealer.
Install the mounting bracket in the vehicle using the supplied self-
1.
tapping screws (4pcs) and at washers (4pcs).
Car body
Washer (M5)
Tapping screw
(M5x20mm)
Initial Installation
▼
Determine the appropriate angle of the transceiver, using the 3 screw
hole positions on the side of the mounting bracket.
2
Mounting bracket
SQL
Position the transceiver, then insert and tighten the supplied
2.
hexagon SEMS screws.
▼
Double check that all screws are tightened to prevent vehicle
vibration from loosening the bracket or transceiver.
Caution:
Use only the provided screws to x the
bracket, otherwise it voids warranty and
you risk damaging the circuit board,
components or fall-off of the unit.
2
2
DC Power Cable Connection
Initial Installation
Reconnect any wiring removed from the negative terminal.
5.
Mobile Operation
The vehicle battery must have a nominal rating of 12V. Never connect
the transceiver to a 24V battery. Be sure to use a 12V vehicle battery
that has sufficient current capacity. If the current to the transceiver is
insufcient, the display may darken during transmission, or transmitting
output power may drop excessively.
Route the DC power cable supplied with the transceiver directly
1.
to the vehicle's battery terminals using the shortest path from the
transceiver.
▼
Never use the cigarette lighter socket as a DC source.
▼
The entire length of the cable must be dressed so it is isolated from
heat, moisture, and the engine secondary(high voltage) ignition
system/cables.
After installing cable, in order to avoid the risk of damp, please
2.
3
use heat-resistant tap to tie together with fuse box. Don't forget to
reinforce whole cable.
In order to avoid the risk of short circuit, please cut down
3.
connection with negative (-) of battery, then connect with radio.
Confirm the correct polarity of the connections, then attach the
4.
power cable to the battery terminals; red connects to the positive (+)
terminal and black connects to the negative (-) terminal.
▼
Never remove the fuse holders from the cable.
Red
Black
Connect the DC power cable to the transceiver's power supply
6.
connector.
▼
Press the connectors rmly together until the locking tab clicks.
DC power cable
Ext. Power jack
Fixed Station Operation
In order to use this transceiver for xed station operation, you will need
a separate 13.8V DC power supply (not included) , Please contact local
dealer to require.
The current capacity of your power supply must be 20A or more.
Connect the DC power cable to the regulated DC power supply
and ensure that the polarities are correct. (Red: positive, Black:
negative).
▼
Never directly connect the transceiver to an AC outlet.
▼
Use the supplied DC power cable to connect the transceiver to a
regulated power supply.
▼
Do not substitute a cable with smaller gauge wires.
Initial Installation
2
Connect the transceiver’s DC power connector to the connector on
the DC power cable.
▼
Press the connectors rmly together until the locking tab clicks.
▼
Before connecting the DC power to the transceiver, be sure to
switch the transceiver and the DC power supply OFF.
▼
Do not plug the DC power supply into an AC outlet until you make
all connections.
REPLACING FUSES
If the fuse blows, determine the cause, then correct the problem. After the
problem is resolved, replace the fuse. If newly installed fuses continue to
blow, disconnect the power cable and contact your dealer for assistance
.
Regulated
power supply
Black
DC power cable with fuse holder
Red
Fuse Location Fuse Current Rating
Transceiver 20A
Supplied Accessory DC
power cable
20A
Only use fuses of the specied type and rating, otherwise the transceiver
could be damaged.
If you use the transceiver for a long period when the vehicle battery is
not fully charged, or when the engine is OFF, the battery may become
discharged, and will not have sufcient reserves to start the vehicle. Avoid
using the transceiver in these conditions.
4
2
Power supply voltage Display
After connecting the transceiver to the power supply, the supply voltage
can be displayed on LCD by pressing the
FUNC
The display immediately changes as the voltage supply changes, It also
displays voltage during transmission.
The transceiver will return to its normal operation when the power is
turned ON/OFF or repeat above operation.
Important
5
Antenna Connection
Before operating, install an efficient, well-tuned antenna. The success
of your installation will depend on the type of antenna and its correct
installation.
Use a 50Ω impedance antenna and low-loss coaxial feed-line that
has a characteristic impedance of 50Ω, to match the transceiver input
impedance. Coupling the antenna to the transceiver via feed-lines having
an impedance other than 50Ω reduces the efficiency of the antenna
system and can cause interference to nearby televisions, radio receivers
and other electronic equipment.
Initial Installation
SQL
key together with the
key.
The range of displayed voltage is from 7V to16V DC. Because the
displayed value is estimated, please use a voltmeter when a more
precise reading is desired.
Transmitting without first connecting an antenna or other matched
load may damage the transceiver. Always connect the antenna to the
transceiver before transmitting.
All xed stations should be equipped with a lightning arrester to reduce
the risk of re, electric shock, and transceiver damage.
Accessories Connections
External Speaker
If you plan to use an external speaker, choose a speaker with an
impedance of 8Ω. The external speaker jack accepts a 3.5mm (1/8")
mono (2-conductor) plug.
External speaker adopt double port BTL, please care about the connection.
Do not use the speaker that requires grounding.
Error
Ground
Microphone
For voice communications, connect a provided microphone into the
socket on the front of the main unit. Turn the ring rmly on the plug until it
locks. Attach the supplied microphone hanger in an appropriate location
using the screws included in the screw set.
Initial Installation
2
connector
Antenna Microphone
Microphone (EMS-53)
External speaker
6
3
Front panel
Basic Functions
Getting Acquainted
TX
VOL
PWR
SET
FUNC
MW
LOCK
TS/DCS
V/M
H/L
CALL
REV
SQL
NO. KEY FUNCTION
7
1 TX/Busy
Lights green when channel is busy and red
when radio is transmitting
Rotate to adjust the audio level.
2 VOL knob
Press to switch the power on/off. (Press and
hold to turn off the power.)
3 Mic.connector Microphone connection port
FUNC
4
V/M
5
TS/DCS
6
Switches to function mode.
Switches between VFO mode and Channel
mode
Sets the tone squelch and DCS value
NO. KEY FUNCTION
• In VFO mode
Switches the CALL channel/VFO mode (for
the frequency being edited).
CALL
7
• In memory mode
Switches the CALL channel/memory mode.
• In channel display mode
Switches the CALL channel/currently
displayed channel.
SQL
8
Adjust Squelch level
• In VFO mode
Rotate to switch frequencies and various
settings.
9 Dial
Press to enter the settings.
• In memory mode/channel display mode
Rotate to change memory channels and
various settings.
Press to enter the settings.
Operations by pressing and holding the following
respective keys
NO. KEY FUNCTION
2 VOL knob
Press to switch the power on/off. (Press and
hold to turn off the power.)
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