Maxon Telecom SP-330, SP-320, SP-310, SP-300, SP-340 User Manual

SP-300 Series

Synthesized Scanning Radio

(Models SP-310, SP-320, SP-330 & SP-340)

Operating
Instructions

About Your SP-300 Series Radio

Maxon's SP-300 Series radios feature 4/ 16 channel operation with
superior performance and reliability. Operation and functions for
Maxon's SP-300 Series radios are described in this manual.

We urge you to thoroughly read this manual before operating the
radio.

Application of some of the functions described in this manual
is determined by the system you use. Your Maxon Dealer will
program your radio so that you have the greatest number of
functions possible relative to your needs.

Should you have questions regarding the operation of the radio,
please consult your Maxon Dealer.

About Maxon / Topaz3

Maxon is a world respected name in professional FM two-way radio
equipment operating in the UHF VHF and 800 MHz frequencies;
personal two-way communication devices, including the popular
FRS (Family Radio Service) and GMRS radios; and a variety of
wireless communication products(two-way voice messaging handsets,
Wireless Local Loop terminals, etc.)

Topaz3 is the exclusive supplier of Maxon products to North America.
For more specific product information, visit our website:
www.topaz3.com

Table of Contents

Safety Information.....................................................................

Unpacking Information............................................................

SP-300 Series Features.............................................................

Description of Radio Components.........................................

Antenna Installation..................................................................

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack............................

Attaching and Removing the Belt Clip..................................

Battery Charging and Care......................................................

SP-300 Series Operation.........................................................

Power On - Volume................................................................

Transmit..................................................................................

Receive....................................................................................

Power Off................................................................................

Status Indicators and Audible Alert Tones...........................

Scan Modes..............................................................................

Normal Channel Scan..........................................................

Priority Channel Scan...........................................................

Other Scanning Features.........................................................

Look Back...............................................................................

Scan Channel Delete.............................................................

CTCSS/ DCS Scanning...........................................................

Normal Scan TX.....................................................................

Priority Scan TX.....................................................................

Priority Only TX.....................................................................

Receive Only Scan................................................................

Licensing and Service Information.........................................

Recycling /Disposal of Batteries...............................................

Software Copyrights..................................................................

Maintenance..............................................................................

Warranty Statement.........................................

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Safety Information

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with its action in
General Docket 93-62, November 7, 1997, has adopted a safety
standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) electromag­netic energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment. Maxon subscribes
to the same safety standard for the use of its products. Proper operation
of this radio will result in user exposure far below the Occupational
Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and Federal Communications
Commission limits.

WARNING - DO NOT hold the radio in such a manner that the

antenna is next to, or touching, exposed parts of the
body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.

WARNING - DO NOT allow children to operate transmitter-

CAUTION - DO NOT operate the radio near unshielded electrical

CAUTION - DO NOT press and hold the transmit switch (P-T-T)

NOTE: This radio operates in FCC regulated frequency bands. All
radios must be licensed by the FCC before use. Because this radio
contains a transmitter, Federal law prohibits unauthorized use or
adjustments of this radio.

equipped radio equipment.

blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere unless it
is a type especially designed and qualified for such use.

when not actually wishing to transmit.

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Unpacking Information

Remove and carefully inspect the contents of your package(s) for the
following items:

Radio
Battery Pack
Antenna
Spring Belt Clip
Operating Instructions

If any items are missing, please contact your Dealer or Maxon.

SP-300 Series Features

• Wideband frequency separation

• 1/ 5 Watts programmable output power

• Programmable 12.5/25 kHz channel spacing

• Channel scan

• Priority channel scan

• Look back channel

• CTCSS/DCS tone signalling

• Busy channel lockout

• Time-out timer

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