Ranger RCI-5054DX User Manual

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Specifications ..………....................................... 2

Chapter 2 Introduction ...........................................…......... 3

RCI-5054

Unpacking ........................................................................... 3

Chapter 3 Installation .......................................................... 4

Transceiver Mounting ...................................................….... 4

Power Connection .............................................................. 4

Chapter 4 Operation ............................................................ 6

AM/FM/SSB/CW 6 Meter

Amateur Mobile Transceiver

Front Panel .......................................................................... 6

Rear Panel .....................................…................................. 10

Microphone ......................................................................... 11

Frequency Selection ............................................................ 12

Mode Selection ..............................….................................. 13

RF Power Control ................................…............................. 13

Chapter 5 Programming ........................….......................... 14

RCI−5054

PWR VOL SQ

RF MIC

OFF

NB/ANL

DIM

SPLIT

R.BEEP MAN

SCAN

SWR

PRG

MEM

CLR GAINRF

SHF

ENT LOCK

USB

LSB

Receive Scanning ............................................................... 14

Split Function ...................................................................... 14

Memory Function ..................................................…........... 14

Memory Channel Scanning ................................................... 15

Metering ............................................................................. 15

Chapter 6 Frequency Scanning ......................................... 16

All-Frequency Scanning ....................................................... 16

Memory Scanning ............................................................... 17

Chapter 7 Offset (Split) Frequency Operation ....…............ 18

Owner's Manual

WARRANTY ..............………….......................... Inside Back Cover

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Chapter 1 Specifications

Chapter 2 Introduction

GENERAL

Model RCI-5054DX Frequency Range : 50.000 ~ 54.000 MHz Tuning Steps 100 Hz, 1 KHz, 10 KHz, 100 KHz, 1 MHz Emission USB, LSB, CW, AM, FM Frequency Control Phase-Lock-Loop Synthesizer Frequency Tolerance 0.005% Frequency Stability 0.001%

Operating Temperature Range

Antenna Impedance 50 ohm Microphone Meter Function RF Output, RX Receive Signal Strength, SWR Input Voltage 13.8 V DC Dimensions 7 3/4" (W) x 10 3/4" (L) x 2 3/8" (H) Weight 4 lb. 3 oz.

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C to +50OC

Plug-In (6-Pin), 400 Ω Dynamic PTT

TRANSMITTER

RF Power Output 25W PEP (USB/LSB)

10W RMS (CW/AM/FM)

RF Transmit Modes USB, LSB, CW, AM, FM Antenna Connector Modulation 16F3, A3E, J3E, A1A Spurious Emissions -50 dB Carrier Suppression -50 dB

RECEIVER

Sensitivity AM/CW : 0.5 uV for 10dB Sinad

Image Rejection Ratio -65 dB AGC Figure of Merit SSB/CW/AM : 80dB at 50mV for a 10dB change in

Audio Power Output 2.5W

( SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE )

UHF Type, 50 Ω

FM : 0.25uV for 12dB Sinad USB/LSB : 0.15uV for 10dB Sinad

Audio Output

Congratulations on your purchase of an RCI-5054DX 6 meter amateur radio. Your RCI-5054DX is designed to provide troublefree service and state-of-the-art communications in the 6 meter band. Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure proper performance.

IMPORTANT

To operate this radio, you must possess and amateur radio operator's license issued by the FCC. Operation of this unit without proper licensing is ILLEGAL and can result in severe penalties.

Unpacking

The following items are included with our RCI-5054DX. Carefully remove and examine all materials from the packing carton. If any items are missing or appear damaged, please contact your dealer immediately. Each unit should include:

(1) RCI-5054DX Transceiver

(2) Dynamic Microphone with remote frequency adjustment

switches

(3) Power Cord

(4) Mounting Bracket & Hardware

(5) Installation Hardware

(6) Owner's Manual

(7) Warranty Registration Card

It is recommended that you save the packing materials for future storage or shipping.

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Chapter 3 Installation

The RCI-5054DX is easy to install. All necessary parts (less the antenna and coax cable) have been included to facilitate installation.

Transceiver Mounting

Choose a suitable location for the transceiver that will allow easy access to the front panel as well as proper air circulation to the back of the unit. If you are installing the unit in a vehicle, attach the mounting bracket first, then attach the transceiver to the mounting bracket using the hardware provided. Before making any electrical connection, ensure that the transceiver is turned off and the vehicle's battery is disconnected.

Power Connection

The transceiver operates off of any 12 to 13.8 VDC source. Beware of voltage drops caused by operating from Cigarette Lighter Plugs or long DC wire runs. Sometimes it is best to connect direct to the battery for best RF output and Tx audio quality

CAUTION

Voltage above 15 VDC will damage the unit. Be sure to check the source voltage before connecting the power cord.

NOTE

The condition of a vehicle's electrical system can affect the operation of your RCI-5054DX.. A low battery, worn generator/alternator, or poor voltage regulator will impair performance of the unit as well as the vehicle.

If an AC power supply is used with your radio, it must be regulated and rated for at least 7 Amps continuous. Low voltage while under load will cause reduced receiver gain and low transmitter output with possible distortion and splatter.

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Chapter 4 Operation

Front Panel

221

RCI−5054

NB/ANL SPLIT

SWRDIM SCAN MEM LOCKENT

PRG

SHF

MANR.BEEP

19 20

1. FREQUENCY SELECTOR: Used to set the desired transmit and receive frequency. The frequency is digitally displayed in the LCD window next to the selector. The FREQUENCY SELECTOR knob next to the LCD display, allows changing each digit on the frequency display by first placing the frequency display cursor (using SHF button) below the desired digit and then turning the selector knob.

2. RF POWER CONTROL: This control adjust the Transmitter’s RF power output level.

3. MIC GAIN CONTROL: This feature adjust the microphone gain for the transmit and PA modes. Experiment with this control for the setting that will provide best audio quality. Avoid overmodulation, which causes interference to adjacent stations and “splatter”.

4. ON/OFF VOLUME CONTROL: Turn clockwise to apply power to the radio and to set the desired listening level.

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RF MICPWR VOLPASQ

CLR GAINRF

USB

OFF

LSB

5. SQUELCH CONTROL: This control is used to control or eliminate receiver background noise in the absence of an incoming signal. For maximum receiver sensitivity, it is necessary that the control be adjusted only to the point where the receiver background noise is eliminated. Turn fully counterclockwise and then slowly clockwise until the receiver noise just disappears. Any signal to be received must now be slightly stronger than the average received noise. Further clockwise rotation will increase the threshold level that a signal must overcome in order to be heard. Only strong signals will be heard at a maximum clockwise squelch setting.

6. RF GAIN CONTROL: This control is used to reduce the receiver's front-end gain when receiving strong signals.

7. CLARIFIER CONTROL: Allows variation of the receive frequency above and below the selected receive frequency as shown on the display. This control is intended primarily to tune in SSB signals when communicating with several stations that may not be exactly on frequency. It may also be used to optimize AM/FM signals as described in the operating procedure paragraph. The clarifier can adjust the receive frequency ±2.5KHz but does not affect the transmit frequency or the frequency display.

8. MODE SWITCH: This switch allows you to select one of the following six operating modes: FM, AM, USB, LSB, CW and PA.

9. NB/ANL BUTTON (NB/ANL): The noise blanker (NB) is very effective in eliminating repetitive impulse noise such as ignition interference. In the ANL position, the AUTOMATIC NOISE LIMITER also limits noise at the receiver audio stages.

10. ROGER BEEP BUTTON (R.BEEP): This switch activates the ROGER BEEP circuit, when its function is selected. When enabled, the radio automatically transmits an audio tone each time you release the PTT. This indicates the end of each transmission so that stations who may be having trouble receiving will know that you have finished transmitting. This feature is sometimes used in weak signal conditions or other

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