AnyTone THE OBLITERATOR OBLTR-8R User manual

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USER'S MANUAL

THANK YOU FOR TRUSTING US WITH YOUR RADIO NEEDS !
transceivers provide you with reliable, clear, and precise communications. This transceiver
includes innovative DSP (digital signal processing) technology - allowing for easy integration into all
environments. We encourage you to read through the manual to understand the various functions to get the
most from your handset.
The transceiver includes 200 programmable channels, The transceiver also allows for Dual PTT functions,
51 groups of CTCSS encode/decode, 1 group of user-dened CTCSS encode/decode, 1024 groups of DCS
encode/decode, DTMF encode/decode, and many more features.
This radio is a meticulously built and a functional hand-held intended for every radio operator.
OBLTR-8R: FM Transceiver
Radio Versions
TERMN-8R: FM Transceiver

THIS MANUAL IS FOR:
OBLTR-8R
OBLTR-8R Programming Software: OBLTR-8R_Setup_1.01.exe
TERMN-8R
TERMN-8R Programming Software: TERMN_8R_Setup_1.01.exe
USB PROGRAMMING PRECAUTION
When programming the transceiver, rst read from the radio, before modifying the frequencies data and
settings. This will prevent errors caused from incompatible les.

WARNINGS
transceivers are intelligently designed with advanced technologies. The following tips are required to prevent
voiding warranty and understanding the safety of transceiver usage.
1.Keep the transceiver and all accessories away from children.
2.Do not try to open or modify the transceiver without permission. Irresponsible operation of the transceiver may also cause
damage.
3.Use only approved batteries and chargers.
4.Use the provided antenna for communication.
5.Avoid exposing the radio to excess heat (such as direct sunlight) for extended periods or storing your transceiver in a hot
location. High temperatures do shorten the life of electronic devices.
6.Do not store the radio in dusty, dirty, or damp areas.
7.Keep the radio dry. Do not wash radio with chemicals or detergents.
8.Do not transmit without the provided antenna.
9.When using this transceiver, we recommend transmitting for 1 minute then receiving for 1 minute. Continuous
transmissions for a long time may over-heat the transceiver. If the transceiver is warm to the touch; do not set it by
objects (such as plastic) that could melt.
10.If any abnormal smell or smoke comes from the transceiver, immediately shut off the power and remove the battery
from the radio body. Then contact your local dealer.
NOTE：
The above tips apply to your transceiver's accessories as well. If your accessories don't operate
normally, please contact your local dealer for assistance.
Use of third-party/ after-market accessories are not guaranteed by and may void the warranty
and/or safety of the transceiver

I
TABLE OF CONTENTS
UNPACKING.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 01
Supplied Accessories ......................................................................................................................................................................... 01
STANDARD ACCESSORIES/ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES............................................................................................... 02
Standard Accessories.......................................................................................................................................................................... 02
Additional Accessories........................................................................................................................................................................ 02
BATTERY INFORMATION........................................................................................................................................................................ 03
Charging Operation .............................................................................................................................................................................. 03
Battery Charger Type........................................................................................................................................................................... 03
Notice for Charging Battery .............................................................................................................................................................. 03
How to Charge........................................................................................................................................................................................ 04
Charging Prompts Explained........................................................................................................................................................... 06
How to Store the Battery.................................................................................................................................................................... 06
INSTALLATION & CONNECTION........................................................................................................................................................ 07
Installing / Removing the Battery................................................................................................................................................... 07
Installing / Removing the Antenna................................................................................................................................................. 07
Installing / Removing the Belt Clip ................................................................................................................................................ 08
IInstalling the Additional Speaker/ Microphone (Optional) ................................................................................................ 08
GETTING ACQUAINTED.......................................................................................................................................................................... 09
LCD Display ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 09
BASIC OPERATIONS................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Turn the Radio On & OFF ................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Adjusting Volume................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Switch between Channel mode and VFO mode.................................................................................................................... 13
Channel Adjusting ................................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Frequency Adjusting............................................................................................................................................................................. 14

II
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Receiving................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Transmitting.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Emergency Alarm .................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Side Key [PF1] Setup and Use....................................................................................................................................................... 15
Side Key [PF2] Setup and Use....................................................................................................................................................... 17
Add a channel ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Delete a channel.................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
SHORTCUT OPERATIONS ..................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Add/Cancel Optional signal decode function........................................................................................................................... 19
CTCSS/DCS Scan................................................................................................................................................................................ 20
Offset Frequency Direction Setup................................................................................................................................................. 20
Frequency/Channel Scan.................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Channel Scan Skip ............................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Frequency Reverse .............................................................................................................................................................................. 21
TX Power selection............................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Talk Around function............................................................................................................................................................................. 22
DTMF code Transmit and Enquiry ................................................................................................................................................ 22
Keypad lock.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 23
Single-band Switching......................................................................................................................................................................... 24
CTCSS/DCS Encode and Decode................................................................................................................................................ 24
MSK (Text) Signal Sending (TERMN-8R ONLY) ................................................................................................................... 25
Function Menu Setup................................................................................................................................................................................ 26
CTCSS/DCS Encode Setup............................................................................................................................................................. 26
CTCSS/DCS Decode Setup............................................................................................................................................................. 26
CTCSS/DCS Encode/Decode Synchronous Setup.............................................................................................................. 27
5TONE encode group selection..................................................................................................................................................... 28

III
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2TONE encode group selection..................................................................................................................................................... 28
Optional signaling setup..................................................................................................................................................................... 29
2TONE decode group selection..................................................................................................................................................... 30
MSK encode group selection(TERMN-8R ONLY)................................................................................................................. 30
Squelch mode setup ............................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Frequency step size setup................................................................................................................................................................ 32
Wide / Narrow Band Selection........................................................................................................................................................ 32
Frequency Reverse .............................................................................................................................................................................. 33
Talk Around ON/OFF............................................................................................................................................................................ 33
Offset Frequency setup ...................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Editing Channel name......................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Busy Channel Lockout........................................................................................................................................................................ 35
TX OFF....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Sub band Display setup ..................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Keypad Voice prompt setup ............................................................................................................................................................. 37
Time-Out-Timer (TOT)......................................................................................................................................................................... 38
Voice Operated Transmission (VOX) Setup............................................................................................................................. 38
VOX Delay Setup .................................................................................................................................................................................. 39
Automatic Power Off Time setup ................................................................................................................................................... 39
DTMF Transmitting Time Setup...................................................................................................................................................... 40
Squelch level setup .............................................................................................................................................................................. 40
Scanning Resume Time Setup ....................................................................................................................................................... 41
Scan Speed.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 42
Function Icon Stay Time Setup....................................................................................................................................................... 43
LCD Backlight Setup............................................................................................................................................................................ 44
LCD Backlight Color Setup............................................................................................................................................................... 44

IV
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Self ID inquiry ................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Tone Pulse Frequency Selection ............................................................................................................................................ 45
Battery Save Setup........................................................................................................................................................................ 46
PF1 key Function Setup.............................................................................................................................................................. 47
PF2 key Function Setup.............................................................................................................................................................. 48
ADVANCED FUNCTION OPERATIONS.................................................................................................................................... 49
Display Mode Setup...................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Resume Factory Default ............................................................................................................................................................. 49
Public Usage Frequency Mode (FCC Part 95) ................................................................................................................ 50
Optional Signaling (DTMF) ........................................................................................................................................................ 51
2TONE Calling ................................................................................................................................................................................. 53
Optional signal (5TONE)............................................................................................................................................................. 54
Communication Note (Caller ID/PTTID List) (ANI)......................................................................................................... 57
MSK ENCODE / DECODE and FHSS-Frequency Hopping (TERMN-8R ONLY).......................................... 57
Cloning Cable................................................................................................................................................................................... 59
Programming software starting (Takes Windows XP system for example) .................................................... 61
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION........................................................................................................................................................ 62
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE....................................................................................................................................................... 65
ATTACHED CHART.............................................................................................................................................................................. 67
CTCSS Frequency Chart............................................................................................................................................................ 67
1024 groups DCS Frequency Chart...................................................................................................................................... 68
FCC COMPLIANCE.............................................................................................................................................................................. 71
Usage of Your Transceiver on Part 95 (Public) Frequencies.................................................................................... 71
LIMITED WARRANTY (UNITED STATES) ............................................................................................................................... 72
ANYTONE TECH’S LETTER TO YOU........................................................................................................................................ 73