Model RCI-6300F HP / RCI-6300F TB
Frequency Range 28.245 - 29.655MHz.
Emission Modes AM/FM (A3/F3)
Frequency Control Phase Lock Loop (PLL) synthesizer.
Frequency Tolerance
Frequency Stability
Operating Temperature Range
Microphone
Input Voltage
Current Drain: Transmit (AM full mod.) RCI-6300F HP < 5A; RCI-6300F TB < 15A.
Current Drain: Receiver (Squelched)
(Max. audio output) < 0.5A.
Antenna Connector UHF, SO239.
Dimensions (RCI-6300F HP) 2-3/8”(H) x 7-7/8”(W) x 10-3/4”(D).
Dimensions (RCI-6300F TB) 3-7/8”(H) x 7-7/8”(W) x 9-1/4”(D).
Weight 5 lb. (RCI-6300F HP) ; 7lb 6oz (RCI-6300F TB)
1.1 TRANSMITTER
RF Power Output (AM/FM)
(DC Carrier Power)
RF Transmit Modes AM/FM.
AM Modulation High and low level Class B, Amplitude Modulation.
Spurious Emissions -50 dB.
Audio Frequency Response 300 to 2500 Hz
Antenna Impedance 50 Ohms.
Output Indicators Meter shows relative RF output power, receive signal
1.2 RECEIVER
Sensitivity For 10dB S/N (AM)
Sensitivity For 12dB S/N (FM)
IF Frequency AM: 10.695 MHz 1
Image Rejection > 50 dB.
Adjacent Channel Selectivity > -55 dB.
RF Gain Control 45 dB adjustable for optimum signal reception.
Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Figure Of Merit 100 mV for 10 dB Change in Audio Output.
Squelch
Noise Blanker RF type.
Audio Output Power 2.5W @ 10% THD.
Audio Frequency Response 300 to 2500 Hz.
Built-in Speaker 8 Ohms, 4 Watts.
External Speaker (Not Supplied) 8 Ohms; 4 Watts.
(SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE)
RCI-6300F HP
CHAPTER 1
SPECIFICATIONS
± 0.005 %.
± 0.001 %.
-20°C to +50°C.
Dynamic PTT, 500 Ω
13.8V DC nominal ±15%. ≤ 0.25A.
10 W (RCI-6300F HP)
50W (RCI-6300F TB)
and SWR. Transmit LED glows red when transmitter
is in operation.
< 0.5 µV.
< 0.25 µV.
Adjustable; threshold less than 0.5 µV.
st
IF, 455 KHz 2nd IF.
CHAPTER 2
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RCI-6300F TB OPERATION
Figure 2-1 Front Panel
2.0 INTRODUCTION
This section explains the basic operating procedures for the RANGER RCI-6300F HP / RCI-6300F TB
mobile transceiver.
2.1 CONTROL AND CONNECTIONS
2.1.1 FRONT PANEL
Refer to the above Figure 2-1 for the location of the following controls.
1. ON/OFF VOLUME CONTROL
This knob controls the volume and the power to the radio. To turn the radio on, rotate the knob
clockwise. Turning the knob further will increase the volume of the receiver.
2. SQUELCH CONTROL
This switch is used to eliminate background noise being heard through the receiver which can be
disturbing when no transmissions are being received. To use this feature, turn the switch fully
counterclockwise and then turn clockwise slowly until the background noise is just eliminated. Further
clockwise rotation will increase the threshold level which a signal must overcome in order to be heard.
Only strong signals will be heard at a maximum clockwise setting.
3. MIC GAIN CONTROL
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Adjusts the microphone gain in the transmit and PA modes. This controls the gain to the extent that full
talk power is available several inches away from the microphone. In the Public Address (PA) mode, the
control functions as the volume control.
4. RF GAIN CONTROL
This control is used to reduce the gain of the RF amplifier under strong signal conditions.
5. MODE SWITCH
This control allows you to select one of the following operating modes: PA/FM/AM.
In the PA position, the radio acts as a public address amplifier. Your voice will come out of the speaker
that is plugged into the PA. SP. jack on the rear panel. The radio does not operate when you are in the
PA mode. In the FM/AM position, the PA function is disabled and the unit will transmit and receive on
the speaker that is connected to the radio.
6. FR. POOL SELECTOR
This switch is used to select the frequency range of operation (1 - 6).
7. ECHO SWITCH
This control is used for echo effect.
8. TIME CONTROL
This time control is used to control the intervals of the echo sound.
9. TALKBACK CONTROL
Adjust this knob for desired volume of Talkback. This is used to monitor your own voice. For example,
you could use this feature to compare different microphones.
10. RF POWER CONTROL
This control allows the user to adjust RF power output.
11. CHANNEL SELECTOR
This control is used to select a desired transmit and receive channel.
12. FRONT PANEL METER
The Front Panel Meter allows the user to monitor signal strength, RF output power and SWR level.
13. TX/RX LED
The red LED indicates the unit is in the transmit mode. The green LED indicates the unit is in the
receive mode.
14. FREQUENCY COUNTER
This display indicates the frequency of operation.
15. DIM/BRT SWITCH
This switch controls the level of brightness for the meter lamp, frequency display and the channel
display. Press this switch (DIM) for the meter lamp, frequency display and the channel display to be
dimly lighted. Depress this switch (BRT) for brighter effects.
16. HI/LO SWITCH
This switch selects received audio tone quality. In LO position, bass is increased and in HI position,
treble is increased.
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17. S-RF/SWR SWITCH
This is a two-function switch. In the S-RF position, the meter will indicate the strength of the signal
being received, as well as the relative RF output of transmission. To use the meter to measure the
standing wave ratio, turn the switch to the SWR position. The SWR function is self-calibrating.
18. NB/ANL/OFF SWITCH
In the NB/ANL position, the RF Noise Blanker and the Automatic Noise Limiter in the audio circuits
are also activated. The Noise Blanker is very effective in eliminating repetitive impulse noise such as
ignition interference.
19. R.B./OFF SWITCH
In the Roger Beep position, the radio transmits an audio tone at the end of your transmission to indicate
that transmission has ended. As a courtesy to others, use the Roger Beep only when necessary.
20. +10KHz/OFF SWITCH
When the switch is pressed the frequency is shifted 10KHz up.
21. CHANNEL DISPLAY
The channel display indicates the current selected channel.
2.1.2 REAR PANEL
Figure 2-2 represents the location of the following connections:
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Figure 2-2 Rear Panel
1. ANTENNA
This jack accepts 50 ohms coaxial cable with a PL- 259 type plug.
2. POWER
This connector accepts 13.8V DC power cable with built-in fuse. The power cord provided with the
radio has a black and red wire. The black goes to negative and the red goes to positive.
3. PA. SP.
This jack is for PA operation. Before operating, you must first connect a PA speaker (8 ohms, 4W) to
this jack.
4. EXT. SP.
This jack accepts 4 to 8 ohms, 4 watts external speaker. When the external speaker is connected to this
jack, the built-in speaker will be disabled.
The receiver and transmitter are controlled by the push-to-talk switch on the microphone. Press the
switch and the transmitter is activated, release switch to receive. When transmitting, hold the
microphone two inches from the mouth and speak clearly in a normal voice. The radio comes complete
with low impedance (500 ohm) dynamic microphone.
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2.3 OPERATION
2.3.1 PROCEDURE TO RECEIVE
1. Be sure that power source, microphone and antenna are connected to the proper connectors before
going to the next step.
2. Turn unit on by turning
VOL
knob clockwise on transceiver.
3. Set the
VOL
to a comfortable listening level.
4. Set the
MODE
switch to the desired mode.
5. Listen to the background noise from the speaker. Turn the SQ knob slowly clockwise until the noise
just disappears. The SQ is now properly adjusted. The receiver will remain quiet until a signal is
actually received. Do not advance the control too far or some of weaker signals will not be heard.
6. Set the
CHANNEL
selector switch to the desired channel.
7. Set the
RF GAIN
control fully clockwise for maximum RF gain.
2.3.2 PROCEDURE TO TRANSMIT
1. Select the desired channel of transmission
2. Set the
MIC GAIN
control fully clockwise.
3. If the channel is clear, press the push-to-talk switch on the microphone and speak in a normal voice.
2.4 ALTERNATE MICROPHONES AND INSTALLATION
For best results, the user should select a low impedance dynamic type microphone or a transistorized
microphone. Transistorized type microphones have a low output impedance characteristic. The
microphones must be provided with a four-lead cable. The audio conductor and its shielded lead
comprise two of the leads. The third lead is for transmit control and the fourth is for receiving control.
The microphone should provide the functions shown in schematic below (Figure 2-3).
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4 WIRE MIC CABLE
Pin Number Mic Cable Lead
1 Audio Shield
2 Audio Lead
3 Transmit Control
4 Receive Control
Figure 2-4 Microphone plug pin numbers viewed from rear of pin receptacle.
RCI-6300F HP
Figure 2-3 Your Transceiver Microphone Schematic
CHAPTER 3
CIRCUIT
RCI-6300F TB
DESCRIPTION
3.0 INTRODUCTION
This section explains the technical theory of operation for the RCI-6300F HP / RCI-6300F TB mobile
transceiver.
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3.1 PLL CIRCUIT
The Phase Lock Loop (PLL) circuit is responsible for developing the receiver’s first local oscillator
signal and the transmitter’s exciter signal. The PLL circuit consists primarily of IC2, IC3, IC4, IC5
Q25, Q27, Q28, Q29 and Q61. The PLL circuit is programmed by the rotary channel switch GPS-0501.
The switch communicates the correct binary data information to the programmable divider inside of
IC3. IC3 then controls the VCO (Voltage Controlled Oscillator), consisting of VCO to oscillate on the
correct frequency. This signal is fed either into the receiver’s first mixer (for receive operation) or the
transmitter’s mixer (for transmit operation).
3.2 RECEIVER CIRCUIT
The incoming RF signal comes into the radio via the antenna and into the front-end pre-amp, Q17. The
RF signal is fed into the mixer circuit Q18 & Q19 and then into the IF section of the receiver
(depending on the mode of operation). The signals is then detected by either the AM detector or FM
detector and then fed to the audio amplifier section of the receiver and finally out to the speaker.
3.3 TRANSMITTER MODULATION CIRCUIT
(i) The transmitter modulation circuit modulates the low-level RF signal from the PLL exciter circuit
with the user’s audio voice signal from the microphone. The audio from the microphone is then
amplified and fed into the transmit amplifier circuit.
(ii) If the transceiver is in the AM mode, the AF power amplifier modulates the last RF amplifier which
produces a true amplitude modulated RF signal.
3.4 TRANSMITTER AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT
The transmitter takes the basic exciter signal from the TX mixer and amplifies it through a series of
amplifiers consisting of Q50, Q51, Q49, Q47, Q48 and EPA010010A (only for RCI-6300F TB) where
it is sent out to the antenna connector.
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RCI-6300F HP / RCI-6300F TB FREQUENCY COUNTER CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
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RCI-6300F HP / RCI-6300F TB ECHO BOARD (EB-99) CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
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RCI-6300F HP
Disconnect the “short PCB” from TP7, TP8
CHAPTER 4
RCI-6300F TB
4.0 REQUIRED TEST EQUIPMENT
!
DC Power Supply (13.8VDC, 20A)
"
RF Wattmeter (25~60 MHz, 100W)
#
Multimeter (Digital)
$
Automatic Modulation Meter
%
Audio Signal Generator
4.1 ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES
This transceiver has been aligned at the factory and does not require any adjustments at installation.
The required test equipment listed are used for the test setup or alignment shown in Figure 4-1
Transmitter Test Setup and Figure 4-2 Receiver Test Setup. These test setup are used in part or total
during the following adjustments and refer to Figure 4-3 for adjustment location.
4.1.1 PLL ALIGNMENT
ITEM U.U.T. SETTING ADJUST
VCO Voltage
and TP9.
Set radio to Fr Pool 6, CH 40 AM RX mode.
Set the +10KHz switch to OFF position.
Connect Multimeter to TP2.
Connect Oscilloscope to TP3.
AM Frequency Set radio to Fr Pool 1, CH 1 AM RX mode.
TX Frequency Set radio to Fr Pool 1, CH 1 AM TX mode.
AM OSC Set radio to Fr Pool 1, CH 1 AM TX mode.
4.1.2 TRANSMITTER ALIGNMENT
Set radio to Pool 6, CH 40 AM RX mode.
Connect Frequency Counter to TP3.
Connect Frequency Counter to TP3.
Connect Frequency Counter to TP5.
ALIGNMENT
&
Frequency Counter (100 MHz)
'
RF Signal Generator (100 MHz)
(
Automatic Distortion Meter
)
Oscilloscope (50 MHz)
*
Sinad Meter
POINT
L14
L15
L20
L17
VR7 17.5500 MHz +
L23 10.6950 MHz +
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MEASUREMENT
6.5 VDC ± 0.1
Maximum Output
and Balance. (CH 1
& CH 40)
17.5500 MHz +
18.9600 MHz + 20Hz
20Hz
20Hz
20Hz
ITEM U.U.T. SETTING ADJUST
meter needle until it is
ADJUST
TX Power
AM TX Power Set radio to Fr Pool 2, CH 19 AM TX mode.
RF Power
Meter
AM
Modulation
FM Deviation Set radio to Fr Pool 2, CH 19 FM TX mode.
Frequency
Counter Adjust
4.1.3 RECEIVER ALIGNMENT
ITEM U.U.T. SETTING
MEASUREMENT
POINT
Set radio to Fr Pool 2, CH 19 AM TX mode.
Connect “short PCB” to TP7, TP8 and TP9.
Connect RF Power Meter to antenna jack.
Set RF Power Fully Clockwise.
Modulation off.
Set radio to Fr Pool 2, CH 19 AM TX mode.
L40,L42,L43,
L44
L40,L42
Power MAX.
Spurious emission
Min.
Balance Power
between CH 1 and
CH 40.
VR14 10W (RCI-6300F HP)
50W (RCI-6300F TB)
VR9 Adjust RF Power
Set SWR/S-RF switch to S/RF position.
Modulation off.
in-between the green
and red bar on PWR
scale.
Set radio to Fr Pool 2, CH 19 AM TX mode.
VR16 90%
Set Mic Gain Fully Clockwise.
AF signal 30 mV, 1 KHz to microphone.
VR5 4KHz
Set Mic Gain Fully Clockwise.
AF signal 30 mV, 1 KHz to microphone.
Set radio to Fr Pool 2, CH 19 AM RX mode.
Set DIM/BRT switch to BRT position.
VC1 on
frequency
counter
Display should be
28.9150
MEASUREMENT
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AM Sensitivity Set radio to Fr Pool 2, CH 19 AM RX mode.
ANL/OFF switch to NB/ANL
RF SG setting 28.915 MHz, 100uV. Mod
Set RF Gain Fully Clockwise.
Set SQ Fully Counter Clockwise.
Set VOL Control at 2 o’clock.
Set NB-ANL/OFF switch to OFF position.
Connect RF SG to antenna jack
Frequency 28.915 MHz, 1uV. Mod 30%.
Set radio to Pool 6, CH 40 AM mode.
RF SG setting 29.655 MHz.
Set radio to Pool 1, CH 1 AM mode.
RF SG setting 28.245 MHz.
FM Sensitivity Set radio to Fr Pool 2, CH 19 FM RX mode.
Set MODE switch to FM mode.
RF SG setting 28.915 MHz, 0.5uV. Mod
3KHz.
NB Adjust Set radio to Fr Pool 2, CH 19 AM RX mode
RF SG setting 28.915 MHz, 100uV. Mod off.
Set NBposition.
Connect Voltmeter to TP1.
AM Squelch Set radio to Fr Pool 2, CH 19 AM RX mode.
Set SQ control fully clockwise.
RF SG setting 28.915 MHz, 1 mV. Mod 30%.
AM S/RF Meter Set radio to Fr Pool 2, CH 19 AM RX mode.
Set SWR/S-RF switch to S/RF position.
30%.
Figure 4-1 Transmitter test setup
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POINT
L2,3,5,6,7,8,
9,10
L5,L6
Audio output > 2V
S/N > 10 dB.
For Balance between
CH 1 and CH 40.
L5,L6
L4 Audio output Max
S/N > 20 dB.
L1 DC voltage to max.
( >2.0V )
VR4 Slowly Adjust very slowly
until squelch just
open
VR1 Meter needle to S9
on the S scale
Figure 4-2 Receiver test setup
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Figure 4-3 Main PCB Adjustment Location
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RCI-6300F HP
DIAGRAMS &
CHAPTER 5
RCI-6300F TB
5.0 PRECAUTIONS
The inherent quality of the solid-state components used in this transceiver will provide many years of
continuous use. Taking the following precautions will prevent damage to the transceiver.
(i) Never key the transmitter unless an antenna or suitable dummy load is connected to the antenna
receptacle.
(ii) Ensure that the input voltage does not exceed 16 VDC or fall below 11 VDC.
(iii) During alignment, do not transmit for more than 10 seconds at a time. Transmitting over long
periods can cause heat built-up and cause transmitter damage.
5.1 PERIODIC INSPECTION
This unit is aligned at the factory to deliver maximum performance. However, continued performance
cannot be expected without periodic inspection and maintenance. Important points to be checked
regularly are as follows;
Check Item Action
Whip antenna
(option)
Coaxial cable If sheath is cracked, seal with
Coaxial & power
plug connections
Battery connection If corroded, clean power
Ground terminal If corroded, clean terminal.
5.2 FUSE REPLACEMENT
To protect the equipment from serious damage, a fuse is provided on the power supply lines. The fuse
protect against overvoltage / reverse polarity and internal fault of the equipment. If the fuse has blown,
first find out the cause of the trouble before replacing it. A fuse rated for more than the transceiver
requirement should not be used, since it may permanently damage the equipment. Damage due to
overfusing is not covered by the warranty.
If cracked or broken, replace it.
vinyl tape. If immersed with
water, install new coaxial cable.
If loosened, reconnect. If
corroded, clean contacts.
terminals.
MAINTENANCE
RCI-6300F HP
CHAPTER 6
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RCI-6300F TB PARTS LIST
6.0 GENERAL
Information on most electrical and mechanical parts is included in the parts list. The reference
designators are in alphanumeric order.
6.1 ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
Parts orders should be referred to the Parts Department at:
Ranger Communications, Inc.
•
3377 Carmel Mountain Road
San Diego, CA 92121
Tel: 858-259-0287
Fax: 858-259-0437
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PART LIST:
RCI-6300F HP / RCI-6300F TB ROTARY SW P.C.B
ITEM REFERENCE NUMBER RANGER PART
DESCRIPTION
NUMBER
1 EPT690020Z ROTARY SW P.C.B
2 R300-R310,D325,
REMARK:
TOP: COMPONENT SIDE (BLUE)
BOTTOM: COPPER SIDE (BLUE)
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PART LIST:
RCI-6300F HP / RCI-6300F TB LED DISPLAY P.C.B
ITEM REFERENCE NUMBER RANGER PART
DESCRIPTION
NUMBER
1 EPT900022Z LED DISPLAY P.C.B
2 DISPLAY PCB EX03N40003 LED DISPLAY
3 1,2,3,4,5,6 EX03N40476 LED DISPLAY
4 TX/RX EX01N40004 LED
5 ON,NB/ANL,R.B,S/RF,
IC8 LZZZ61008Z IC SHIELD B
DC(2) JS053006MN SET SCREW
Q37 JS052006MN SET SCREW
Q47,48,49 JS052012MN SET SCREW
IC8 JS013006MV SET SCREW
Q54 JS052010MN SET SCREW
HEAT SINK JS013008TN SET SCREW
ANT JACK(1),MIC
JACK(1)
COUNTER XZZZ90363Z PVC STAND
COUNTER JS013016WH SET SCREW
FRONT PANEL(4) JS033008MN SET SCREW
TONE(2),CH9(2),
WB/ANL(2)
SWR SW(2) JS052605MN SET SCREW
CH BKT(2),
CHASSIS(12)
SPK(4) JS053008MN SET SCREW
MAIN PCB(5) JS053006TN SET SCREW
SPK(4) JN263035ZS NUT WITH
Q47,49 JS052012MN SET SCREW
IC8 JS013006MV SET SCREW
Q47,49 JN242012ZS NUT
- PT9000060K FRONT PANEL
- PT9000020E CH KNOB
- PT9000070E BAND KNOB
- PT9000040E INNER KNOB
- PT9000050E OUTER KNOB
- PT2100041C DISPLAY
- PT3600080A SIGNAL
- PT2100031C COUNT
- PT7001070C PUSH KEY
- MT9000010X FRONT
- MT3600040S CHANNEL
- MT3600061X TOP HOUSING
- MT3600071N BOTTOM
- MT3600030S HANDLER
- XZZZ90004Z FOAM
- GZZZ50000Z CLAMP
- LZZZ60001Z SHIELD
- XZZZ90098Z SOLDER
- XZZZ90021Z FOAM
- XZZZ90064Z INSULATING
COUNTER XZZZ90363Z PVC STAND
COUNTER JS013016WH SET SCREW
FRONT PANEL(4) JS033008MN SET SCREW
CH BKT(2),
CHASSIS(12)
SPK(4) JS053008MN SET SCREW
MAIN PCB(5) JS053006TN SET SCREW
SPK(4) JN263035ZS NUT
2SB754Y XZZZ90020Z INSULATING
Q47,49 XZZZ90003Z INSULATING
Q47,49 XZZZ90358Z INSULATING
IC8 LZZZ61008Z IC SHIELD B
Q37 JS052006MN SET SCREW
- BA0112010P MIC PLATE
JS053006MN SET SCREW
- XZZZ90008Z MIC STOPPER
- XZZZ90007Z MOUNTING
- JS015010WH SET SCREW
- JS013509TH SET SCREW
- JW315510CN OUT-TOOTH
- XZZZ90188Z FIBER
- HZZZ76005Z SSSEBRIH K
- MT3600200X SET CHASSIS
WINDOW
METER
HOLDER
WINDOW
CHASSIS
BRACKET
HOUSING
CLOTH
PLATE
PLATE
OFF
SCREW
WASHER
WASHER
905
PLATE
PLATE
PLATE
- JS052010MN SET SCREW
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RCI-6300F HP SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM
RCI-6300F TURBO SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM
RCI-6300F HP EXPLODE DRAWING
RCI-6300F TURBO EXPLODE DRAWING
AT6300040A
COPYRIGHT 1999, RANGER COMMUNICATIONS INC.
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