magnum deltaforce User Manual
OPERATING MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Limited Warranty .................................................................................................. 2
Introduction........................................................................................................... 3
Installation ........................................................................................................3 - 4
Front Panel Controls and Functions..................................................................4 - 7
Other Features ..................................................................................................... 7
Specifications ...................................................................................................... 8
LIMITED WARRANTY
Magnum International warrants this product to be free of defects for a period of one (1) year from the
original date of purchase. This warranty is non-transferable. This limited warranty is subject to repair or
replacement of defective components only . This warranty is void if the radio has been tampered with or
misused.
IMPORT ANT : RET AIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT
The enclosed warranty registration must be filled out and mailed along with a photocopy of your sales
receipt within 15 days from the purchase date. If the warranty registration and copy of your sales
receipt are not received the radio is not covered under warranty . Please fill out the enclosed warranty
registration and send it along with a copy of your sales receipt to:
Magnum International
PO Box 445
Issaquah, WA 98027
Registering your DeltaForce with Magnum International provides several benefits:
1) Validates your warranty
2) Entitles you to free updates and information regarding your radio and new accessories for your
radio
3) Provides possible recovery of lost or stolen radios through our serial number tracking database
4) Receive your free “Magnum Power” baseball cap within 30 days after registering
Copyright 1999-2003 by Magnum International. All rights reserved.
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a MAGNUM
DEL T AFORCE 10 meter FM/AM/SSB/PA transceiver . Y our
MAGNUM is designed to provide years of enjoyment and
trouble-free service. There are many features and functions
designed into this transceiver. To ensure that your investment is enjoyed to it’s fullest extent please take a few moments and thoroughly read this manual.
Your MAGNUM DELTAFORCE is a microprocessor controlled, user programmable radio combining both high RF
performance with a user-friendly environment. The
DELT AFORCE is built rugged to withstand years of use in
harsh mobile environments. Although engineered with mobile use in mind the DELTAFORCE, with the addition of a
high quality 10 amp regulated power supply , may be easily
adapted to fixed station operation.
Some of the features of the DEL TAFORCE are; an advanced
design liquid crystal display that provides the operator with
a full visual account of the transceivers operating status,
automatic frequency scanning from either the front panel or
microphone, memory storage of your favorite frequencies,
programmable frequency resolution of either 1 kHz, 10 kHz
or 100 kHz, and split (offset) frequency operation for repeater
use. These are just a few of the features that make the
DEL T AFORCE a pleasure to own and operate.
IMPORTANT: The MAGNUM DEL TAFORCE is designed
for entry level amateur use. If the transmitter is operated in
the United S tates or within it’s territories a licensed amateur
radio operator must be present at the station. The minimum
license class to operate 10 meter phone is Novice/Technician. If you are studying for your license and want to familiarize yourself with the operation of the radio, the receiver
may be operated with or without a licensed operator present.
For more information regarding FCC licensing, contact your
nearest amateur radio dealer, or for complete details contact the American Radio Relay League.
American Radio Relay League (ARRL)
225 Main S treet
Newington, CT 061 11
T elephone 860-594-0200
Facsimile 860-594-0259
http://www.arrl.org
Quantity Description
1 DEL TAFORCE Transceiver
1 Scanning Microphone
1 Mounting Bracket and Hardware
1 Power Cord
1 Operating Manual with Schematic
2. Install the DEL TAFORCE
Choose a location where there is easy access to all
front panel controls and air circulation available to the
rear panel and aluminum heatsink. Do not install the
transceiver in any compartment that restricts airflow.
Attach the mounting bracket to the vehicle first then
mount the transceiver to the bracket. If the rear panel is
not easily accessible you may want to attach the power
cord and antenna feed line prior to mounting.
3. Make Electrical Connections
The transceiver is designed to work on any 13.8 VDC
power source with a negative ground. The condition of a
vehicle’s electrical system can affect operation. A low
battery , worn generator/alternator, or poor volt age regulator will seriously impair the performance of the transceiver. Any of the above conditions could result in a high
level of receiver noise generation or a substantial loss of
the transmitter’s RF output. Make sure that all of these
components of your vehicle’s electrical system are in
good condition prior to installing the transceiver.
Before making any electrical connections make sure
the AF gain (volume) control on the transceiver is in the
“OFF” position. Connect the positive (+) red wire and
negative (-) black wire from the transceiver directly to
the battery. Connecting directly to the battery has several benefits, the first of which is to maximize RF output. Secondly , the battery is a very large capacitor and
will help eliminate certain types of ambient and vehicle
noise. Depending on your mounting location, additional
power cable may be required. On additional runs of 6
feet or less use 14-gauge stranded wire. Use 12-gauge
wire on longer runs.
CAUTION!
VOL T AGE EXCEEDING 15 VDC WILL DAMAGE
THE RADIO. MEASURE VOLT AGE A T BA TTERY
TERMINALS, WITH VEHICLE RUNNING , PRIOR
TO INST ALLA TION!
INSTALLATION
1. Contents
Unpack and inspect your Magnum DELTAFORCE for
missing or damaged components. Y our DEL T AFORCE
includes the following items:
4. Connect the Antenna
The transceiver will operate using any standard 50-ohm
ground-plane, vertical, mobile whip, long wire or similar
antenna. The antenna should be rated at 50 watts PEP
minimum. A standard SO-239 type connector is provided on the rear panel of the transceiver . Connection is
made using a PL-259 and high grade coaxial cable
(RG213, RG58A/U or Mini RG-8 is recommended).
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