Ritronics RQT-150, RQT-450 Basic Owner's Manual

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Quick Talk

Voice Notification Radio Transmitter

Basic Owner's Manual

- CONSTRUCTION

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Ritron Publication RQT-UM1 14500006 Revision B 02-12-1999

P.O. Box 1998, Carmel, IN 46032-1998 • 505 W. Carmel Dr., Carmel, IN 46032 • USA PH: 317-846-1201; 1-800-USA-1-USA (1-800-872-1872) • FAX: 317-846-4978 Web: www.ritron.com • E-mail: [email protected]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WHAT THIS MANUAL COVERS

DESCRIPTION PAGE

WHAT THIS MANUAL COVERS ii WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ii ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS ii

INTRODUCTION 1

General 1 Model Identification 1

FEATURES 1

Basic Features 1 Advanced Features 1

CONTROLS & CONNECTORS 2

PROGRAMMING 3

Frequently Asked Questions 3 Testing Your Programming Telephone 3 Transmitter Frequency 4 Quiet Call Coded Squelch Codes 5 Digital Quiet Call Squelch Codes 6 Testing Your Switch 7 Recording Voice Messages 8 Playing Back Voice Messages 8 Programming Voice Phrase Repetitions 9 Programming a Transmission Schedule 9 Limiting the Number of Transmissions 10 Resetting the unit to Factory Defaults 10

INSTALLATION 11

This manual (Ritron Item: RQT-UM1) covers basic operation of the Quick Talk Voice Notification Radio Transmitter. For the majority of applications this is all you will need. There are many more complex features of the Quick Talk that are explained in the Advanced Features Manual (Ritron Item: RQT-UM2).

In addition, the following application notes are available via fax by calling Ritron at 317-846-1201, or on the Ritron Website at "http://www.ritron.com".

App.Note # Description of Application Bulletin

RQT-AN01 Using 0-5 V and 4-20 mA Analog Inputs RQT-AN02 Using Terminated Alarm Loops RQT-AN03 Greater Range with Optional Antennas RQT-AN03 Greater Ranges using Repeaters RQT-AN04 Vehicle Detectors for the Quick Talk RQT-AN05 Solar Power Panels for Quick Talk RQT-AN06 Ritron Custom Engineering Services RQT-AN07 Interfacing to High Power Radios RQT-AN08 Quick Talk Agricultural Applications RQT-AN09 Quick Talk Industrial Applications RQT-AN10 Quick Talk Retail Business Applications RQT-AN11 Security and Alarm Applications RQT-AN12 Home and Sports Application

- - - - - - - WARNING - - - - - - -

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

CARE AND MAINTENANCE 11

Low Battery Alert Message 11 Battery Replacement 11

F.C.C. LICENSING 12

WARRANTY 12

ACCESSORIES FOR QUICK TALK

These replacement and optional items are available from Ritron and its authorized dealers.

Item Description

AFB-1545 Standard 19' Flexible Whip Antenna ABD-1545 High Performance External Antenna RAC-02BN Coaxial Cable for External Antenna, 20 ft. RQT-UM2 Advanced Features Applications Manual

When using this unit, follow these basic safety instructions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.

1. Read and follow all instructions.

2. Disconnect the unit before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

3. Use only approved power sources for the unit.

4. During thunderstorms, avoid contact with this unit and any external antenna system or wiring.

5. The Quick Talk switch and external power terminals are connected internally to the antenna connector. If the Quick Talk switch or power supply terminals are connected to a high voltage a hazardous condition may exist in that contact with the antenna may prove injurious or even fatal.

6. In general, the switches you connect to the Quick Talk should be independent dry contact switches and not a part of any other "live" electrical circuit

7. If you are unsure whether your installation will be safe, contact an experienced electrician or electronics technician.

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ABOUT THE QUICK TALK VOICE NOTIFICATION TRANSMITTER

GENERAL INFORMATION

The Quick Talk is a radio transmitter that reports changes in the status of switches by transmitting user-recorded voice messages to two-way mobile or portable radios. Quick Talk transmits your voice message when the switch change occurs and at intervals you select.

Because you provide and connect the switches to your Quick Talk units, they can report changes due to intrusion, tamper, equipment malfunction, liquid level, machinery, pressure, temperature, power, smoke or leakage.

The Quick Talk is easily programmed to transmit on your existing or new radio frequency and also encodes the most popular sub-audible coded squelch formats such as Quiet Call® or Digital Quiet CallTM. This enables all of your personnel with JOBCOM, PATRIOT or equivalent two-way radios to hear the voice messages instantly, and to be alerted to the current condition of each monitored location or device.

Quick Talk is housed in a weather-resistant enclosure so that it can be installed in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations. You don't have to supply AC line power to the Quick Talk because its six internal AA Alkaline batteries will power the unit for about a year.

QUICK TALK MODELS AND FREQUENCIES

There are two separate Quick Talk models, one for each of the most popular professional radio communications bands. The model number appears on a label on the front of the case and a second label is placed inside the case.

MODEL BAND FREQUENCY RANGE

RQT-150 VHF-FM 150 to 165 MHz RQT-450 UHF-FM 450 to 470 MHz

Ritron manufactures mobile, portable and base station twoway radios and repeaters for use with Quick Talk, and pioneered the use of Color Dots on radios to identify frequencies. The factory-programmed, default frequencies for Quick Talk are Blue Dot (154.570 MHz) for VHF units, and Blue Star (467.925 MHz) for UHF units. The instructions on page 4 describe how easy it is for the owner to change the Quick Talk transmit frequency to match that of an existing radio system.

QUICK TALK FEATURES

DESCRIBED IN THIS BASIC FEATURES MANUAL:

- Internal radio transmitter (separate VHF and UHF models).

- User-recorded voice messages; total recording time of 16 seconds.

- Terminals for connection to user supplied switches.

- Included external antenna.

- Typical range of 1/2 mile. Longer range is possible using an optional antenna.

- Weather-resistant (but not waterproof or immersible) enclosure.

- Internal battery holder for six (6) AA Alkaline cells.

- Typical operating battery life of 1 year.

- Automatic Low Battery Message

- Limited One-year Factory Warranty .

- The following programmable features:

- Transmit Frequency

- Tone Coded Squelch Encoder (Quiet Call® Interference Eliminator).

- Digital Coded Squelch Encoder (Digital Quiet CallTM Interference Eliminator).

- Message transmission schedules and limits.

DESCRIBED IN THE ADVANCED FEATURES MANUAL:

- Use of the Second Switch Input Terminals.

- Analog Voltage (or 4-20 mA loop) Inputs

- Multiple Location Identification Messages

- Terminated Alarm Loop Inputs

- Modulation Select for Narrow Band Channels

- Connection and Use of an External 12 Volt DC Power Supply.

- Use of Solar Power Panels to Operate and Charge Internal NiCad Batteries

- Enabling and Disabling the Low Battery or External Power Failure Messages

- Battery Saver Options

For assistance, telephone RITRON at 1-800-872-1872 or go to "http://www.ritron.com".

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IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS

1 ANTENNA CONNECTOR

The antenna radiates radio signals. Before using Quick Talk, make sure the antenna is fastened securely to this connector.

2 TELEPHONE JACK

The modular telephone jack is for temporary connection to a standard pulse or rotary mode telephone which is used by the owner to program the Quick Talk voice messages and other settings.

WARNING: Do not connect the Quick Talk to a line from the telephone company; doing so will damage the Quick Talk and void its warranty.

3 BATTERY HOLDER

This holds the six (6) standard "AA" alkaline cells required to power the Quick Talk.

Always install a fresh set of alkaline batteries before programming Quick Talk.

4 SWITCH TERMINALS

These terminals are for connection to two (2) external, user-supplied switches (SW1 and SW2). This manual covers applications that use Switch 1 only. Refer to the Advanced Features Manual for information about using the second switch.

5 EXTERNAL POWER TERMINALS

Refer to the Advanced Owner's manual for information about connecting an external 12 Volt DC power supply to these terminals.

6 WATERTIGHT STRAIN RELIEF CABLE FITTING

The cable to your external switches passes through this fitting. When used with recommended cable sizes, the strain relief fitting provides a watertight enclosure. Do not overtighten the strain relief fitting.

NOTE: You may use Radio Shack Telephone Station Wire, 6-conductor, solid 24-AWG In-wall Type CM, Cat. No. 278-874, or round cable of equivalent diameter (between 0.114 and 0.250 inches). If you cannot find suitable wire, call Ritron at 1-800-872-1872.

7 TRANSMITTER BANDWIDTH SELECT JUMPER

Do not remove. See the Advanced Features Manual.

8 BATTERY TYPE SELECTOR

As described in the Advanced Features Manual, this jumper controls charging of optional NiCad batteries.

FIGURE 1: CONTROL & CONNECTION LOCATIONS

USER SUPPLIED MODULAR

TELEPHONE CORD. TO TELEPHONE SET ONLY.

DO NOT CONNECT TO A

TELEPHONE LINE.

Standard RJ11 Telephone Jack

Owner-supplied Standard Desk Telephone Set, switched to Pulse Dialling Mode

TO QUICK TALK TELEPHONE JACK.

(Back of Quick Talk Cover Assem.)

—

SWIT

CH 2

—

SWIT

CH 1

—

EXT. PWR.

Strain Relief Fitting (for wire to external Switch)

Antenna Connection (Antenna shown on page 11.)

Battery Holder

Switch 2 Wiring Terminals

Switch 1 Wiring Terminals

External Power Input Terminals

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For assistance, telephone RITRON at 1-800-872-1872 or go to "http://www.ritron.com".

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PROGRAMMING YOUR QUICK TALK

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT QUICK TALK Do I have to program my Quick Talk? You may not need

to program your Quick Talk at all. If you purchased a Quick Talk factory programmed to your radio system frequency (check the Color Dots on your radios and the Quick Talk) and you do not use a form of Quiet Call coded squelch, you can connect your switch to the terminals marked "SW#1" install the batteries and start using Quick Talk. The factory default voice messages are "Switch Open" and "Switch Closed". Otherwise, yes you will need to use this manual.

Do I need to program everything? No. In many cases the factory preprogrammed settings which are explained in the instructions will meet your needs.

How do I program my Quick Talk? Quick Talk is designed to use a commonly available standard telephone set to enter programming information and your custom voice messages. However, the telephone must be capable of "Pulse" operation and switched to that mode. The telephone is only used for programming and is disconnected when the Quick Talk is operating normally.

What do I do if I don't find what I need in this manual?

Call Ritron. We are glad to help. For most applications, we hope this manual covers everything you need to know. However, the Quick Talk has even more capabilities and features than are described here. The Advanced Owner's Application Manual or the other Application Notes listed on the inside cover may also help you. Again, just contact us. We can make Quick Talk do just about anything.

Can I hurt the Quick Talk by programming it improperly? No. You just may need to erase everything and start

all over again. See page 10 to do this. So feel free to experiment with the various features and configurations possible.

Can my settings or messages get lost or erased if the battery runs down or is disconnected? No. The settings

and voice messages you enter are stored in special electronic memory devices in the Quick Talk that do not require power to hold the information. This means that if the Quick Talk batteries run down or you remove the batteries, you will not need to reprogram the unit. All of your settings and messages will be there for you to use when you install fresh batteries.

What if I need more range? To increase the range of your Quick Talk transmissions, we first suggest changing where the unit is installed. Depending on the type of switch and wire you connect to the Quick Talk, you could run the wire to the switch for several hundred feet. This lets you install the Quick Talk and its attached antenna at some unobstructed and elevated position for the best range. Also, Ritron offers several optional "high gain" antennas. Finally, we can provide a radio repeater which can increase the range not only of your Quick Talk but all of the radios in your system.

1. TEST THE TELEPHONE YOU WILL USE TO PROGRAM THE QUICK TALK

A telephone that only produces Touch Tones cannot be used to program the Quick Talk.

Also most speaker phones, telephones with lighted dials or special office telephones usually cannot be used to program the Quick Talk.

a. Remove the screws from the front panel and open

the Quick Talk. Use care not to damage or disturb any exposed internal components.

b. Install six new alkaline "AA" batteries in the Quick

Talk. Observe the polarity marks on the batteries and the Quick Talk battery holder.

c. Check that your telephone is capable of "Pulse"

mode. Most modern telephones have a selection switch that must be set to the "P" rather than the "T" position in order to program the Quick Talk. In the "Pulse" mode, each telephone digit generates a rapid series of clicks rather than Touch Tones. The telephone switch must be set to "P" (Pulse) to program the Quick Talk.

d. Your telephone must have a cord with a standard

modular plug attached. Insert the plug into the telephone jack inside the Quick Talk.

e. Test the telephone for suitability by plugging it into

the Quick Talk's Telephone Jack and dialing "0" (Operator). You must hear a repeating busy signal in the earpiece which indicates that the telephone is acceptable for programming the Quick Talk.

d. If your telephone does not check out, try another

telephone.

Using the Telephone to Program Quick Talk

Programming the Quick Talk with the telephone consists of dialing numbers that represent commands and settings. These are explained in this manual.

If you make a dialing mistake while programming, hang up the telephone, then pick it up and start over.

What the Tones (Beeps) in the Telephone Receiver Mean

When you pick up the receiver, Quick Talk sounds a brief acknowledgment tone. You must wait for this tone before you dial any numbers.

After you dial in a command and setting, Quick Talk responds with a confirmation tone. You may then hang up or dial another command.

If Quick Talk does not understand your command because you mis-dialed or the command is invalid, Quick Talk sounds and repeats a series of longer tones until you hang up. You may then try your command again.

When you dial the command for Quick Talk to record a voice message, a series of three short tones cue you to begin speaking.

For assistance, telephone RITRON at 1-800-872-1872 or go to "http://www.ritron.com".

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PROGRAMMING YOUR QUICK TALK TRANSMITTER FREQUENCY

What is my Radio System Frequency? Ritron invented

the system of Color Dots to simply identify radio system frequencies for its Jobcom radios. The Color Dot is placed on the bottom and on the inside of the enclosure of all Jobcom radios. Other manufacturers also adopted this plan. If your radios do not have a color dot there may be another label somewhere indicating the receiver frequency in megahertz (MHz). Also your assigned frequency is shown on your F.C.C. Station License. Call your radio dealer or Ritron for help if you cannot determine your radio's receiver frequency.

Do I need to program my Quick Talk's transmitter frequency? The original factory programmed transmit

frequency for your Quick Talk is marked on the outside of the shipping box and indicated by a color dot on the inside of the case. If this is your radio system frequency and the Quick Talk has not been reprogrammed since it left the factory, then you may skip this section and proceed to the next.

TO PROGRAM THE QUICK TALK TRANSMITTER FREQUENCY:

a. Determine the frequency of your radio system. b. Find your frequency in the appropriate table to the

right and determine its corresponding two digit code. If your radio system frequency is not in the chart, your Quick Talk must be programmed by a radio dealer or Ritron.

c. Pick up the telephone receiver, and listen for the

acknowledge tone. Dial "11", then the digits of the correct frequency code from the table.

For example if your Quick Talk is a VHF-FM RQT150 model and your radios operate on 154.570 MHz (Blue Dot frequency), dial "11-02".

Or if your Quick Talk is an RQT-450 and the radios operate on 467.925 MHz (Blue Star frequency), dial "11-08".

d. Quick Talk will respond with a single beep to

indicate that it has set the transmitter to your radio system frequency.

e. You may either hang up or continue programming.

NOTES:To avoid confusion later, you might consider

removing the Color Dot if you program your Quick Talk to some other frequency.

If you make a dialing mistake while programming, hang up the telephone, then pick it up and start over.

What the Tones (Beeps) in Your Earpiece Mean:

- A single brief tone means your command is accepted and stored.

- A series of long repeating tones means your command was not understood. Hang up and try again.

- A series of three short tones cues you to begin recording a message.

TABLE 1:TRANSMIT FREQUENCY CODES

QUICK

TALK

FREQ. CODE

01 154.600..... Green Dot

02 154.570..... Blue Dot

03 151.625..... Red Dot

04 151.955..... Purple Dot

05 151.925 06 154.540 07 154.515 08 154.655

09 151.685 10 151.715 11 151.775 12 151.805

13 151.835 14 151.895 15 154.490 16 151.655

17 151.745 18 151.865

QUICK

TALK

FREQ. CODE

01 467.7625 ..... J

02 467.8125 ..... K

03 464.5500 ..... Yellow Dot

04 464.5000 ..... Brown Dot

05 467.8500 Silver Star 06 467.8750 Gold Star 07 467.9000 Red Star 08 467.9250 Blue Star

09 469.2625 10 462.5750 White Dot 11 462.6250 Black Dot 12 462.6750 Orange Dot

13 464.3250 14 464.8250 15 469.5000 16 469.5500

17 463.2625 18 464.9125 19 464.6000 20 464.7000

VHF Business Band

( Model RQT-150 )

MHz Frequency Color

UHF Business Band

( Model RQT-450 )

MHz Frequency Color

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For assistance, telephone RITRON at 1-800-872-1872 or go to "http://www.ritron.com".

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PROGRAMMING THE QUIET CALL SUB-AUDIBLE CODED SQUELCH

INTERFERENCE ELIMINATOR

What is Quiet Call Sub Audible Coded Squelch? The

Quick Talk radio transmitter is compatible with two communications industry standard sub-audible signaling formats: QC® (Quiet Call Interference Eliminator) and DQCTM (Digital Quiet Call Interference Eliminator). Both QC formats function to unlock receivers that are set to require these codes in order to screen out interference from other radio systems operating on your same frequency.

QC® Quiet Call is Ritron’s trade name for what the communications industry calls sub-audible (below the range of human hearing) tone squelch or the CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System). Other radio manufacturers have other tradenames for what is essentially the same system. A specific QC code may be set in your Quick Talk and transmitted with voice messages to unlock the receivers in your radio system.

DQCTM Digital Quiet Call is Ritron’s digital coded squelch, works the same as QC, except it is a digital code transmitted with voice messages.

Do I need to program my Quick Talk with a Quiet Call Code? Your radio system may or may not use coded

signaling. If you set the Quick Talk to your radio frequency and your radios do not receive its transmissions unless their "monitor" or "test" button is pressed, then your system probably uses Coded Squelch. Refer to the manual for one of your radios or contact your radio dealer or Ritron if you are unsure about this issue.

If your Quick Talk was previously programmed with a Quiet Call code, it may be removed by following the procedure below using the "No Tone" code of 44 as shown in the table.

TABLE 2: QUIET CALL TONE CODES

QUICK

TALK

CODE

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26

Freq. ( Hz )

67.0

71.9

74.4

77.0

79.7

82.5

85.4

88.5

91.5

94.8

97.4

100.0

103.5

107.2

110.9

114.8

118.8

123.0

127.3

131.8

136.5

141.3

146.2

151.4

156.7

162.2

Other

Radio Brands

Tone Code

XZ XA

XB SP YZ YA YB ZZ ZA ZB 1Z 1A 1B 2Z 2A 2B 3Z 3A 3B 4Z 4A 4B 5Z 5A 5B

* Use Code 44 to select No Tone or for systems without a Coded Squelch Interference Eliminator feature. Refer to text at left.

QUICK

TALK

CODE

27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43

*44

45 46 47 48 49 50 51

Freq. ( Hz )

167.9

173.8

179.9

186.2

192.8

203.5

210.7

218.1

225.7

233.6

241.8

250.3

69.4

159.8

165.5

171.3

177.3

No Tone

183.5

189.9

196.6

199.5

206.5

229.1

254.1

Other

Radio Brands

Tone

Code

6Z 6A 6B 7Z 7A

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To Program A Quiet Call Sub-Audible Squelch Code:

a. Determine the Quiet Call code tone that your radio

system uses. If your system uses Digital Quiet Call, go to the next page.

b. Select the desired Tone Code from Table 2 at right.

If your radio system does not use coded squelch, use the "44" no-tone code. Write down this Quick Call code.

c. Pick up the telephone receiver, and listen for the

acknowledge tone.

d. Dial "21", then the 2-digit QC Code for the selected

frequency. For example, if your Quiet Call frequency is 136.5

Hz or code 21, dial: "21-21". Quick Talk should respond with a confirmation tone.

e. You may either hang up or continue programming

additional features.

For assistance, telephone RITRON at 1-800-872-1872 or go to "http://www.ritron.com".

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PROGRAMMING DIGITAL QUIET CALL SUB-AUDIBLE CODED SQUELCH

INTERFERENCE ELIMINATOR

What is Digital Quiet Call? Digital Quiet Call (DQC) is a

digital sub-audible coded squelch system.

Do I need to program my Quick Talk with a Digital Quiet Call code? If your radio system does not use Digital Quiet

Call (or other tradename equivalent) then you should skip this section and go on to the next programming feature.

TO PROGRAM A DIGITAL QUIET CALL CODE:

a. Determine the specific Digital Quiet Call (DQC) code

used for your system. Make sure this code is listed in Table 3 which shows all of the possible DQC codes for the Quick Talk. If it is not there, call your radio service provider or Ritron.

b. Write down your code. c. Pick up the telephone receiver, and listen for the

acknowledge tone.

d. Dial "22" followed by the selected 3-digit DQC code.

For example if your DQC code is "131", dial "22- 131".

Wait for Quick Talk's Confirmation Beep.

e. You may either hang up or continue programming.

TABLE 3: DIGITAL QUIET CALL CODES

Normal Invert Normal Invert Normal Invert Normal Invert

023 .........047 143.........412 315 ........ 423 532 .........343

025 .........244 152......... 115 331 ........ 465 546 .........132

026 .........464 155......... 731 343 ........ 532 565 .........103

031 .........627 156......... 265 346 ........ 612 606 .........631

032 .........051 162......... 503 351 ........ 243 612 .........346

043 .........445 165......... 251 364 ........ 131 624 .........632

047 .........023 172......... 036 365 ........ 125 627 .........031

051 .........032 174......... 074 371 ........ 734 631 .........606

054 .........413 205......... 263 411 ........ 226 632 .........624

065 .........271 223......... 134 412 ........ 143 654 .........743

071 .........306 226......... 411 413 ........ 054 662 ......... 466

072 .........245 243......... 351 423 ........ 315 664 .........311

073 .........506 244......... 025 431 ........ 723 703 .........565

074 .........174 245......... 072 432 ........ 516 712 .........114

114 ......... 712 251......... 165 445 ........ 043 723 .........431

115 ......... 152 261......... 732 464 ........ 026 731 .........155

116 ......... 754 263......... 205 465 ........ 331 732 .........261

125 .........365 265......... 156 466 ........ 662 734 .........371

131 .........364 271......... 065 503 ........ 162 743 .........654

132 .........546 306......... 071 506 ........ 073 754 .........116

134 .........223 311 ......... 664 516 ........ 432

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For assistance, telephone RITRON at 1-800-872-1872 or go to "http://www.ritron.com".

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TEST YOUR SWITCH'S OPEN AND CLOSED CONDITIONS

What is the purpose of testing my switch? In Quick

Talk's basic operating mode, you may record two (2) voice messages for the Quick Talk to transmit. One message is transmitted when the switch is Opened and the other is transmitted when the switch is Closed. Each message must be 8 seconds or less in length.

Before you record these messages, you must determine how your switch works. This can be done using the factory prerecorded messages in the Quick Talk. Use the following procedure after you have programmed the Quick Talk with your radio system frequency and any required sub-audible squelch codes.

Do I need to test my switch? If you are certain of what conditions cause your switch to open or close, you do not need to perform this test. However, we recommend that you perform this test because it confirms that you have properly programmed the Quick Talk's transmitter frequency (and if required by your radio, its Quiet Call Interference Eliminator squelch code).

To Test Your Switch and Verify Reception of Messages by Your Radios

1. Remove the batteries from the holder.

2. Review the safety precautions at the beginning of this manual when connecting your switches. When you are sure your connections will be safe, connect the switch you intend to use to the Quick Talk terminals labeled Switch #1. See Figure 2 below.

3. Reinstall the fresh AA Alkaline batteries in the Quick Talk according to the polarity marks.

4. Activate your switch and listen to your two way radio as the factory default messages are transmitted. The message will be either "Switch One Open" or "Switch One Closed." Write down the results of how the transmitted message corresponds to the condition of your switch. Deactivate the switch to hear the other message transmitted and again, write down the results.

5. From the results of Step 4, above, you should now understand how your switch works and what its open and closed states mean. This is essential knowledge for programming a voice message for each switch condition.

For example, if your switch is a magnetic reed switch on a door, and the switch closes when the door is opened, you can record the phrase "Door three open" for the switch closed condition, and then "Door three closed" for the switch open condition. Note that magnetic reed switches are available which work the opposite way.

We suggest that you do not record over the factory prerecorded messages until you are sure of how your switch works. If the factory programmed messages have been erased, you will have to use an electrician's continuity tester or similar instrument to determine how your switch works.

FIGURE 2: CONNECTIONS FOR TESTING YOUR SWITCH

Antenna Connection Owner Supplied Standard Desk Telephone, switch to Pulse Dialling Mode

TO QUICK TALK TELEPHONE JACK.

TO TELEPHONE ONLY. DO NOT CONNECT TO

A TELEPHONE LINE.

(Back of Quick Talk Cover Assem.)

—

SWITCH

EXT. PWR.

—

For assistance, telephone RITRON at 1-800-872-1872 or go to "http://www.ritron.com".

(Antenna shown on page 11.)

Battery Holder

Connect Your Switch to These Terminals

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RECORDING VOICE PHRASES FOR YOUR SWITCH CONDITIONS

What is the purpose of Recording Voice Phrases?

Recording your own voice phrases gives the Quick Talk's messages unmistakable meaning and significance. The standard factory prerecorded messages of "Switch Open" and "Switch Closed" require the listener to know how the switch works and what it does. When a user hears a custom message like "Water Pump 3 Running Hot" or "Se Habla Espan~ol" its meaning is clear.

Do I need to program Voice Phrases? If the factory recorded messages of "Switch Open" and "Switch Closed" are suitable for your application, you may skip this section.

Remember that the quality of your recorded voice message will only sound as good or as poor as the telephone you use. If your message has low audio, record it again, speaking louder. If your message is distorted, try recording it again, speaking softer. If you are dissatisfied with the audio quality, try a different telephone set.

When the Quick Talk is transmitting it draws the maximum power from its battery. It also can interfere with other transmissions. Therefore, when you record a voice phrase remember to hang up when you are done speaking. Otherwise, the Quick Talk transmitter will be on for the full 8 seconds regardless of the actual length of the voice message.

To Record Your Switch OPEN Condition Phrase

a. Pick up the telephone receiver, wait for the beep

and dial "311". Quick Talk sounds three short tones to prompt you

to begin speaking . . .

b. Record a phrase no longer than 8 seconds describ-

ing the open condition of your switch. For example say, "Pump motor temperature OK".

c. Hang up the telephone when you are done speak-

ing.

d. Pick up the telephone and dial "411". Your phrase

will be played back through the telephone receiver.

e. You may return to Step (a) above and record again

if you are not pleased with the results.

To Record Your Switch CLOSED Condition Phrase

a. Pick up the telephone receiver, wait for the beep

and dial "312". Quick Talk sounds three tones to prompt you to

begin speaking . . .

b. Record a phrase no longer than 8 seconds long

describing the closed condition of your switch. For example say, "Pump motor over temperature".

c. Hang up the telephone when you complete your

phrase.

d. Pick up the telephone and dial "412". Your phrase

will be played back through the telephone receiver.

e. You may return to Step (a) above and record again

if you are not pleased with the results.

PLAYING BACK THE OPEN AND CLOSED VOICE PHRASES

FOR YOUR SWITCH CONDITIONS

Play Back the Switch OPEN Condition Phrase

a. Pick up the telephone, b. After the tone, dial "411". Quick Talk plays the

Switch Open condition phrase: For example, "Pump motor temperature OK".

c. Wait for the confirmation beep then hang up the

telephone or continue programming.

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Play Back the Switch CLOSED Condition Phrase

a. Pick up the telephone, b. After the tone, dial "412". Quick Talk plays the

Switch Closed condition phrase: For example, "Pump motor running hot".

c. Wait for the confirmation beep then hang up the

telephone or continue programming.

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PROGRAMMING HOW MANY TIMES YOUR

RECORDED VOICE PHRASES ARE

REPEATED IN EACH TRANSMISSION

PROGRAMMING A BROADCAST

SCHEDULE FOR SWITCH STATUS

TRANSMISSIONS

What is the purpose of setting the number of times the Voice Phrase is repeated in each Quick Talk Transmission? In each Quick Talk radio transmission

your previously recorded voice phrases can be repeated from 1 to 9 times depending on the emphasis you wish to put on the message. More important messages can have the phrase repeated more than just once. For example, if you previously recorded the message "Pump Motor Hot" and then set the Quick Talk to repeat the phrase two (2) times in each transmission, activating the switch will result in the Quick Talk transmitting:

"...beep. Pump motor hot. Pump motor hot. beep..." The beginning and ending beeps are added automati-cally

to attract special attention to Quick Talk transmissions. Do I need to program this feature? The Quick Talk is

set at the factory to play each recorded voice phrase once in each transmission. If this is sufficient for your application you can skip to the next section. In that section we explain how to have the transmission itself repeated at different intervals.

To Program the Number of Times the Switch Open Phrase is Repeated in Each Transmission:

1. Pick up the telephone receiver, listen for the tone.

2. Dial "711" then a single digit for how many times you want the voice phrase repeated in each transmission. For example, to repeat the phrase three times dial "711-3". Wait for the confirmation beep after dialing.

3. Hang up the telephone or continue programming.

To Program the Number of Times the Switch Closed Phrase is Repeated in Each Transmission:

1. Pick up the telephone receiver, listen for the tone.

2. Dial "712" then a single digit for how many times you want the voice phrase repeated in each transmission. For example, to repeat the phrase one time dial "712-1". Wait for the confirmation beep after dialing.

3. Hang up the telephone or continue programming.

— TABLE 4 —

VOICE PHRASE REPEATS CODE IN EACH TRANSMISSION NUMBER

1 time

.............................

2 times 3 times 4 times 5 times 6 times 7 times 8 times 9 times

............................

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

What is the purpose of programming a Broadcast Schedule for Switch Status Transmissions? You can

program an individual schedule of Quick Talk transmissions for both the open and closed conditions of your switch. For example, if the message for the switch Open condition is "Pump motor temperature OK" you could schedule the Quick Talk to transmit that message just once every two hours to let you know that the Quick Talk is operating properly. On the other hand, if the message for the switch Closed is "Pump Motor Over Temperature" you might schedule the Quick Talk to broadcast that message every 2 minutes so that the condition would receive prompt attention.

Do I need to program this feature? The Quick Talk is set at the factory to transmit a switch status message once each time the switch changes. If this is sufficient for your application, you can skip to the next section.

To Program the Schedule of Voice Transmissions for the Switch Open Condition:

1. Pick up the telephone receiver, listen for the tone.

2. Dial "511" then the one digit code number from Table 5 below. The Factory Default is "511-1" which means the transmission is sent just once when the switch changes to this condition. Wait for the confirmation beep after dialing.

3. Hang up the telephone or continue programming.

To Program the Schedule of Voice Transmissions for the Switch Closed Condition:

1. Pick up the telephone receiver, listen for the tone.

2. Dial "512" then the one digit code number from Table 5. The Factory Default is "512-1" which means the transmission is sent just once when the switch changes to this condition. Wait for the confirmation beep after dialing.

3. Hang up the telephone or continue programming.

— TABLE 5 —

MESSAGE SCHEDULE CODE

Never send messages for this condition.. 0 On switch condition change only Every 30 seconds Every (1) minute Every (2) minutes Every (5) minutes Every (10) minutes Every (30) minutes Every (1) hour Every (2) hours

......................

.......................

......................

.....................

.........................

........................

.........

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

For assistance, telephone RITRON at 1-800-872-1872 or go to "http://www.ritron.com".

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PROGRAMMING A LIMIT TO THE NUMBER OF SCHEDULED TRANSMISSIONS

What is the purpose of limiting the number of times a scheduled voice message is transmitted? If you have

set the Quick Talk to transmit a switch status message at some regular interval as described in the previous section, you can set a limit to the number of times the message will be transmitted at the scheduled interval.

For example, suppose you have a vehicle detector switch that closes when it detects a vehicle present at the delivery door of your building. Your recorded message might then be "Vehicle Detected at Delivery Door".

You may want that message to be transmitted every two minutes for up to about a quarter hour after a vehicle is detected and then stop transmitting until the vehicle leaves. In this case you would program the message schedule to every 2 minutes and set the message limit as described here to 8.

Now when a vehicle arrives the switch closes and the message is transmitted every 2 minutes until it has been sent 8 times over a span of 16 minutes.

After the vehicle leaves, the switch opens and when another vehicle arrives the Quick Talk would again transmit the message every 2 minutes for about a quarter of an hour.

Do I need to program this feature? The Quick Talk is set at the factory to transmit switch status messages without any limit if a transmission schedule has been set as described in the previous section. This means that if you programmed the Quick Talk to transmit a status message every 1 hour, it would continue to do so without any limit. If this is sufficient for your application, you can skip to the next section.

Set Scheduled Message Repeat Limit for Switch Open

a. From Table 6 below, select the code number for the

number of messages.

b. Lift the telephone receiver and dial "611", then dial

the selected Code Number. Quick Talk responds with the single confirmation tone.

c. You may either hang up or continue programming.

Set Scheduled Message Repeat Limit for Switch Closed

a. From Table 6 below, select the code number for the

number of messages.

b. Lift the telephone receiver and dial "612", then dial

the selected Code Number.

c. You may either hang up or continue programming.

— TABLE 6 —

MESSAGE DIAL SCHEDULED REPEAT LIMIT NUMBER

1 time

.............................

2 times 3 times 4 times 5 times 6 times 7 times 8 times Repeat Forever, No Limit

............................

............

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

TO ERASE AND REPROGRAM THE QUICK TALK TO ITS

ORIGINAL FACTORY SETTINGS.

What is the purpose of erasing and reprogramming the Quick Talk to its original factory settings? You can

erase all of your programming and return the Quick Talk to its Factory Default Settings with this command.

Note that this command does not restore the Factory Default recorded voice messages. Any recorded messages may be lost after using this command and you would need to record them again using the instructions in this manual.

Do I need to use this feature? If you are unsure of how the Quick Talk features are programmed and want to "start all over again" you could use this feature.

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To Erase and Reprogram the Quick Talk Settings as Originally Factory Programmed:

a. Pick up the telephone receiver, wait for the acknowl-

edgment tone.

b. If your Quick Talk is an RQT-150 VHF model,

Dial "978",

c. If your Quick Talk is an RQT-450 UHF model,

Dial "979", d. After the confirmation tone, hang up telephone. e. Play back your voices messages and re-record

them if necessary.

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QUICK TALK INSTALLATION

WHEN YOU ARE FINISHED PROGRAMMING:

• Hang up and disconnect the telephone from the internal jack on the Quick Talk assembly.

• Test the operation of the Quick Talk before putting it in service. Activate the switch and listen to the message received on your radio.

NOTE: Refer to Figure 3 at right.

• Replace the cover and (4) cover screws; snug down but do not overtighten the screws. Excessive force could break the plastic enclosure material.

• Attach and seal the antenna connection. a. Insert, rotate and lock the antenna to the Quick Talk

antenna jack. b. Orient the antenna to a vertical position. c. Seal the antenna connection to hold the antenna in

its position, protect the antenna fittings, and

maintain water-resistance of the Quick Talk in wet

or outdoor environments.

Use Archer Connector Sealant, Radio Shack

Catalog Number 278-1645 or an equivalent. Wrap

the connection with the sealant tape and press it

securely in place. See package directions.

• Test for sufficient broadcast range when choosing the location. For maximum range and coverage, install the unit as high off the ground as possible. Be aware that metal or wires near the antenna can block or absorb radio transmissions. Choose a well-shaded location.

• Position the unit as shown, and secure it in place with screws through the enclosure flanges. Do not overtighten these screws. You may break the plastic flanges.

Batteries: Use only fresh, new alkaline batteries when programming Quick Talk. Acceptable brands and types are: Duracell MX1500B, Eveready E91, Rayovac 815 or equivalent. Refer to the Advanced Owner's Manual for information about using rechargeable NiCad AA batteries that are charged by an optional external 12 Volt DC power supply.

Estimated Battery Life: Starting with a fresh set of AA alkaline batteries, the RQT can transmit about 7,000 voice messages over a period of one year before the batteries need replacement.

Automatic Low Battery Alert Message: When the battery voltage drops below about 6 Volts, the Quick Talk begins transmitting a factory prerecorded message saying "Low Batt" every 15 minutes. This is an indication that your batteries should be replaced sometime in the next day or so.

FIGURE 3: QUICK TALK

INSTALLATION

Antenna (To be in vertical position)

Antenna Connection (Apply sealant tape here.)

IMPORTANT: Contact a qualified technician or

electrician if you are not certain your installation will work properly and safely.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Moisture: When the antenna sealant and power cable

recommendations are followed, the Quick Talk is weather tight in outdoor environments. Do not immerse the unit in water.

Temperature: The Quick Talk is designed to operate between -22 and +140 degrees Fahrenheit. Like all electronic equipment, Quick Talk should not be subjected to extreme heat. An ideal outdoor location is in a shaded area.

Vibrations/Shocks: Though the Quick Talk is designed to be rugged, it cannot be expected to survive extreme abuse.

Chemicals: Do not use harsh, corrosive or abrasive chemicals to clean the Quick Talk case. Use only a cloth moistened with water. Do not attempt to clean the electronic printed circuit board.

Cover screws (4)

Cable to external switch

}}

Strain relief fitting

Enclosure

Mounting screws (4) (User-supplied)

Enclosure flange

For assistance, telephone RITRON at 1-800-872-1872 or go to "http://www.ritron.com".

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F.C.C. LICENSING AND REGULATIONS

The Rules and Regulations of the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) require you or your radio service provider to have a license for your radio system before activating the Quick Talk radio transmitter. If you already are operating a licensed radio system, you most likely can add a Quick Talk without any changes to that license.

The station licensee is responsible for ensuring that transmitter power, frequency and modulation are within the limits specified by the station license, and also for proper operation and maintenance of the radio equipment. These responsibilities include checking the transmitter frequency and modulation periodically, using appropriate methods.

Ritron or your Ritron dealer can help you with all of these requirements. You may also contact the FCC directly by any of the following methods:

To obtain copies of FCC forms and instructions use the FCC FaxOn-Demand system at 1-202-418-0177. Request Document

000600. For more information go to the FCC Internet Website at: "http/

www.fcc.gov".

SAFETY STANDARDS — The FCC has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment. The Quick Talk conforms to the standards effective at the time of its equipment authorization by the FCC. In general these standards recommend that you:

• DO NOT allow the antenna to become very close to or touch exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.

• DO NOT transmit near electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.

• DO NOT allow children to play with radio transmitters.

• BE AWARE of the conditions which cause the unit to transmit.

SERVICE - Federal law prohibits you from making any internal adjustments to the transmitter, and from changing transmit frequencies unless you are specifically designated by the licensee.

Do not adjust or tamper with components or the printed circuit board in any manner not directed in this manual. Unauthorized adjustments may render the unit inoperable; repair will be at owner's expense.

If your radio equipment fails to operate properly, or you wish to have the Ritron Quick Talk serviced, contact your authorized dealer or call Ritron at 1-317-846-1201 and ask for the Repair Department.

RITRON, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY

WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: RITRON, INC. ("RITRON")

provides the following warranty against defects in materials and/or workmanship in RITRON RQT-150 AND RQT-450 QUICK TALK voice notification telemetry transmitters units under normal use and service during the applicable warranty period (as stated below). "Accessories" means antennas, chargers, wire, cable and items contained in the programming and programming/ service kits. For the Quick Talk unit itself, during the first year from the original date of purchase, and for Accessories, during the first 90 days from the original date of purchase, RITRON will repair or replace the defective product, at RITRON's option, parts and labor included at no charge.

WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: Any technical information provided with the covered product or any other products; Installation, maintenance or service of the product, unless this is covered by a separate written agreement with RITRON; Any products not furnished by RITRON which are attached or used with the covered product, or defects or damage from the use of the covered product with equipment that is not covered; Defects or damage, including broken antennas, resulting from: - misuse, abuse, improper maintenance, alteration, modification, neglect, accident or act of God, - the use of covered products other than in normal and customary manner or, improper testing or installation; - Defects or damages from unauthorized disassembly, repair or modification, or where unauthorized dis-assembly, repair or modification prevents inspection and testing necessary to validate warranty claims; - Defects or damages in which the serial number has been removed, altered or defaced.

IMPORTANT: This warranty sets forth the full extent of RITRON's express responsibilities regarding the covered products, and is given in lieu of all other express warranties. What RITRON has agreed to do above is your sole and exclusive remedy. No person is authorized to make any other warranty to you on behalf of RITRON. Warranties implied by state law, such as implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the duration of this limited warranty as it applies to the covered product. Incidental and consequential damages are not recoverable under this warranty (this includes loss of use or time, inconvenience, business interruption,

commercial loss, lost profits or savings). Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. Because each covered product system is unique, RITRON disclaims liability for range, coverage, or operation of the system as a whole under this warranty.

WHO IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY: This warranty is given only to the purchaser or lessee of covered products when acquired for use, not resale. This warranty is not assignable or transferable.

HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE: To receive warranty service, you must deliver or send the defective product, delivery costs and insurance prepaid, within the applicable warranty period, to RITRON, INC., 505 West Carmel Drive, Carmel, Indiana 46032, Attention: Warranty Department. Please point out the nature of the defect in as much detail as you can. You must retain your sales or lease receipt (or other written evidence of the date of purchase) and deliver it along with the product. If RITRON chooses to repair or replace a defective product, RITRON may replace the product or any part or component with reconditioned product, parts or components. Replacements are covered for the balance of the original applicable warranty period. All replaced covered products, parts or components become RITRON's property.

RIGHTS TO SOFTWARE RETAINED: Title and all rights or licenses to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in any RITRON software contained in covered products are and shall remain in RITRON. RITRON nevertheless grants you a limited non-exclusive, transferable right to use the RITRON software only in conjunction with covered products. No other license or right to the RITRON software is granted or permitted.

YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAW: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

WHERE THIS WARRANTY IS VALID: This warranty is valid only within the United States, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.

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