AnyTone AT-518Plus User manual

A2.150327
Qixiang Electron Science & Technology Co., Ltd.
www.qxdz.cn

AT-518Plus
TWO WAY RADIO

THANK YOU!
transceiver will provide you with reliable, clear and efficient communication service.The
transceiver introduces innovative DSP digital signal processing technology, high level integration, it is
including kinds of professional function, best stability and great reliability as well as exterior smooth lines,
novel, fashionable, let it meet the instant communication technology and become a high performance
transceiver. With many xed CTCSS/DCS groups, user-dened CTCSS and DTMF call function and
programmable shortcut key functions. It is best suit for property, building, shopping mall, outdoor work
place with noisy surroundings. For your full comprehension of the various excellent functions and
maintenance, please read the user manual before use.
NOTE:
When programming the transceiver, read the factory initial data first, then rewrite the frequency and
signaling etc., otherwise errors may occur because of different frequency band etc.
User Manual Applied to: AT-518Plus UHF FM Transceiver
VHF FM Transceiver
Programming Software: QPS518Plus

SAFETY INFORMATION FOR USER
transceiver is excellently designed with advanced technology. Please observe the following
precautions to perform your obligation, prevent personal injury and ensure the safety of transceiver
usage.
Keep the transceiver and accessories away from children.1.
Please do not try to open or modify the transceiver without permission, non-professionals process 2.
may also cause damage.
Please use assorted battery and charger to avoid damage.3.
Please use assorted antenna to ensure the communication distance.4.
Please do not expose the transceiver to long period of direct sunlight, nor place it close to heat5.
appliances.
Please do not put the transceiver in excessively dusty or humid areas.6.
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents to clean the transceiver.7.
Do not transmit without antenna.8.
When using this transceiver, we recommend transmitting for 1 minute then receiving for 4 minutes.9.
Continuous transmitting for long time or working in high power will heat the back of the transceiver.
Do not place the transceiver’s hot back close to any surface of plastic.
If any abnormal odor or smoke detected coming from the transceiver, turn off the power and take10.
off the battery pack and its case. Then contact local dealers.
ATTENTION:
All tips above apply to accessories of your transceiver. If any device can not work normally,
please contact local dealers.
If you use any accessories made by other companies, Company does not guarantee the
operability and safety of the transceiver.

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UNPACKING .........................................................................................................................................1
Supplied Accessories .........................................................................................................................1
STANDARD ACCESSORIES/OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................................................. 2
Standard Accessories................................................................................................................................................2
Optional Accessories .................................................................................................................................................2
BATTERY INFORMATION.................................................................................................................... 3
Charging Operation ...................................................................................................................................................3
Charger Applied.........................................................................................................................................................3
NOTES ......................................................................................................................................................................3
How to Charge...........................................................................................................................................................4
PREPARATION.....................................................................................................................................5
Installing / Removing the Battery...............................................................................................................................5
Installing / Removing the Antenna .............................................................................................................................6
Installing / Removing the Belt Clip.............................................................................................................................6
Installing the Additional Speaker/ Microphone (Optional) .........................................................................................7
GETTING ACQUAINTED......................................................................................................................8
Indicator Status and Beep ........................................................................................................................................10
[PF1] & [PF2] Key Default .........................................................................................................................................10
AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS ..................................................................................................................... 11
BASIC OPERATIONS...........................................................................................................................12
Switch on / off Transceiver ........................................................................................................................................12
Adjusting Volume.......................................................................................................................................................12
Channel Selection .....................................................................................................................................................12
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Receiving...................................................................................................................................................................13
Transmitting ...............................................................................................................................................................13
ADVANCED OPERATIONS.................................................................................................................. 14
Squelch Off................................................................................................................................................................14
Monitor.......................................................................................................................................................................14
Current Channel Power Enquiry................................................................................................................................14
Scan .........................................................................................................................................................................14
Frequency Reverse ...................................................................................................................................................15
Talk Around................................................................................................................................................................15
Battery Capacity Enquiry ...........................................................................................................................................15
Power Switch.............................................................................................................................................................16
Call 1/Call 2 ...............................................................................................................................................................16
Emergency Alarm Function .......................................................................................................................................16
ON/OFF VOX ............................................................................................................................................................16
CTCSS / DCS Encode and Decode ..........................................................................................................................17
Optional Signaling (DTMF) .......................................................................................................................................17
Signaling Relations Setup .........................................................................................................................................18
Wide / Narrow Band Setup ........................................................................................................................................
Accession to Scan List ..............................................................................................................................................
Busy Channel Lockout...............................................................................................................................................19
Time-out Timer...........................................................................................................................................................
Time-Out Timer Pre-Alarm.........................................................................................................................................
Voice Prompt .............................................................................................................................................................20
Battery Save Setup....................................................................................................................................................20
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Priority Scan Setup....................................................................................................................................................20
Return to Appointed Channel ....................................................................................................................................20
Expand Frequency ....................................................................................................................................................21
Eliminating Tail without signaling ..............................................................................................................................21
Resume Factory Default............................................................................................................................................21
Maintaining and Cleaning ..........................................................................................................................................21
Programming Software Installing & Starting........................................................................................ 22
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................................23
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE.............................................................................................................24
ATTACHED CHARTS ...........................................................................................................................26
CTCSS Frequency Chart...........................................................................................................................................26
DCS Chart .................................................................................................................................................................27
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UNPACKING
Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend you to identify the items listed in the following
table before discarding the packing material. If any items are missing or have been damaged during
shipment, please contact dealers immediately.
Supplied Accessories
Item Number Quantity
Antenna QA01V(136-174MHz)
QA01U(400-480MHz) etc 1
Li-ion Battery Pack QB-40L 1
Battery Charger QBC-40L 1
Belt Clip BC09 1
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STANDARD ACCESSORIES/OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Standard Accessories
Antenna*1
QA01V (136-174MHz)
QA01U (400-480MHz) etc.
Li-ion Battery Pack
QB-40L
Charger
QBC-40L
Belt Clip
BC09
Instruction
Manual
* Note: For frequency of antenna, please refer to label indicated in the bottom
of the antenna.
Optional Accessories
USB Programming
Cable PC03
Programming Software
QPS3208Plus
Earpiece
HS03
Battery Pack for Car
charger CPS05
AC Adaptor
QPS-07

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BATTERY INFORMATION
Charging Operation
The battery pack is not charged at the factory; please charge it before use.
Charging the battery pack for the rst time after purchase or extended storage (more than 2 moths)
may not bring the battery pack to its normal operating capacity. After fully charging/ discharging cycle
for two or three times, the operating capacity will reach its best performance. The battery pack life
is over when its operating time decreases even though it is fully and correctly charged. Replace the
battery pack.
Charger Applied
Please use the specic charger appointed by our company. Other models may cause explosion and
personal injury. After installing the battery pack, if the radio displays low battery with red ashing
lamp or voice prompt, please charge the battery.
NOTES
Do not short the battery terminals or▼throw the battery into re. Never attempt to remove the
casing from the battery pack, we show no responsibility on any results caused by modifying
freely without permission of our factory.
The ambient temperature should be between 5▼℃and 40℃while charging is in progress.
Charging outside this range may not fully charge the battery.
Always switch OFF the transceiver equipped with a battery pack before charging. Otherwise, it ▼
will interfere with correct charging.
To avoid interfering the charging, please do not cut off the power or take out the battery during▼
charging.

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BATTERY INFORMATION
Do not recharge the battery pack if it is already fully charged. This may shorten the life of the▼
battery pack or damage the battery pack.
Do not charge the battery or transceiver if it is damp. Dry it before charging to avoid danger.▼
WARNING:
When keys, ornamental chain or other electric metals contact with the battery terminal, the battery
may cause damage or hurt bodies. If the battery terminal short circuit it will generate a lot of heat.
Take care when carrying and using the battery. Remember to put the battery or radio into insulated
container.Do not put it into metal container.
How to Charge
Plug the charger into AC outlet . The indicator light shows in Green. 1.
Plug the Li-ion battery or transceiver with Li-ion battery into the charger.2.
A: Make sure that the battery terminals are in contact with charging terminals well.
B: In the process of charging, the indicator turns to Red.
3. When the battery full charged,
the indicator turns to green.
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NOTE: It takes approximately 5 hours to fully charge the
battery. The actual charging time depends on the capacity
battery. Don't over charging the battery as over charging
will shorten the battery lift and reduct its performance.

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Installing / Removing the Battery
■ Installing the Battery
Match the two grooves of the battery pack with the corresponding guides on the back of the 1.
transceiver, and then push it.
Press the button of battery , the latch in button of transceiver locks will release . After hearing a2.
"click" sounds ,the battery has been locked.
PREPARATION
■ Removing the Battery
According to “ ” to push the battery lock to removing the battery.
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PREPARATION
Installing / Removing the Antenna
■ Installing the Antenna:
Screw the antenna into the connector on the top of
the transceiver by holding the antenna at its base
and turning it clockwise until secure.
■ Removing the Antenna:
Turn the antenna anticlockwise to remove it.
Installing / Removing the Belt Clip
■ Installing the Belt Clip:
Place the belt clip to the grooves on the back of the
transceiver, and then clockwise screw it.
■ Removing the Belt Clip:
Anticlockwise turn the screws to remove the belt
clip.

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PREPARATION
Installing the Additional Speaker/ Microphone (Optional)
Unveil the MIC-SP jack cover and then insert the
Speaker/Microphone plug into MIC-SP jack.

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GETTING ACQUAINTED
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GETTING ACQUAINTED
1Antenna
2POWER / VOLUME Switch:
Turn clockwise to switch on the transceiver, and turn anticlockwise till hearing “Click” to switch off the
transceiver. After switching on the transceiver, turn clockwise to increase the volume and anticlockwise
to decrease the volume.
3Indicator light
4PTT Key
When you are making a call, please press and hold this key to speak into the microphone. Release
the key to receive.
5PF1 Key
It can realize different functions by programming.
6PF2 Key
It can realize different functions by programming.
7Channel Selector Knob
Turn the selector knob to select desired channel. Turn clockwise to increase channel, anticlockwise to
decrease channel.
8Additional Microphone / Speaker Jack、Reading / Writing frequency Jack
9Belt Clip
10 Battery Lock

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GETTING ACQUAINTED
Indicator Status and Beep
Warning on low voltage The red light twinkles , and the transceiver emits a low voltage
beep at intervals of 30 seconds.
Transmitting Lighten the red light.
Receiving Lighten the green light.
Scan Green light twinkles every second.
Reading/Writing Frequency Reading Frequency: Red light twinkles
Writing Frequency: Green light twinkles
DTMF Successfully Decoded Voice prompt or vibration(vibration function is option).
Key Operation Voices "DU" into any function, "DU DU" or beep voice prompt to
exit any function.
[PF1] & [PF2] Key Default
Press [PF1] Battery Capacity Enquiry
Press [PF2] Squelch off
Press [PF1] 1 second Monitor
Press [PF2] 1 second Power Switch
Press [PF1] 3 seconds On/Off VOX Function

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Users can setup the key [PF1] and [PF2] to be one of the optional functions as bellows :
Squelch off•
Monitor •
Current Channel Power Enquiry •
Scan•
Frequency Reverse •
Talk Around•
Battery Capacity Enquiry •
Call 1•
Call 2 •
TX Power Switch •
Emergency A•larm
For better information on this part ,please refer to the "Advanced Operation" instruction.
AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS

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BASIC OPERATIONS
Switch on / off Transceiver
Switch on Transceiver: Under power-off state, turn POWER / VOLUME clockwise till hearing
"Click" to switch on the transceiver. The transceiver will announce "Power on" when power-on and
announce the current channel.
Switch off Transceiver: Under power-off state,turn POWER / VOLUME anticlockwise till hearing
"Click" to switch off the transceiver.
Adjusting Volume
Under power-on state, turn POWER / VOLUME switch to adjust the volume. Turn clockwise to
increase the volume, and anticlockwise to decrease the volume.
NOTE: You can press the programmed key of squelch off [PF1] / [PF2] to monitor the background
noise and meanwhile turn POWER / VOLUME to adjust the volume. Under the communicating state,
you can adjust volume as per your need more accurately.
Channels Selection
Under the standby conditions, turn channel selector knob to choose the desired channel, and
the transceiver will announce the adjusted channel. Turn clockwise to increase the channel,
anticlockwise to decrease the channel.
NOTE: The transceiver will emit a voice prompt when current channel is blank.