Fanon fanfare 182 User manual

FANFARE 102
TYPE ACCEPTED - RB 249
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
SECTION I, INTRODUCTION
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PLL Frequency Synthesizers
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SECTION II, INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Mobile Station 
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Base Station Installation
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Antenna and Cable Information
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Voltage Standing Wave (VSWR) Measurements
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External Speaker Connections
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SECTION III, STATION OPERATION
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Function of the Controls, Indicators and Connectors
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Good CB Practices
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Receiver Operation
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Transmitter Operation
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External Speaker Operation
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SECTION IV, TECHNICAL DATA/SERVICE ? MAINTENANCE
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General Description
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Nominal Specifications
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Service and Maintenance
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Special Replacement Parts List
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LIMITED WARRANTY
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Back Cover
FIGURES AND DIAGRAMS
Figure 1, Typical Vehicle Mounting Bracket Installation
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Figure 2, Power Cable, Lead Identification Diagram
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Figure 3, Mobile Antenna Location Diagram
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Figure 4, Cable Connection Assembly Diagram
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Figure 5, External Speaker Cable Diagram
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Figure 6, Controls, Indicators and Connectors
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Figure 7, Schematic Diagram
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PLL FREQUENCY SYNTHESIZER
Most Citizens Band Transceivers in the past used Frequency
Synthesizers utilizing 12 or more quartz crystals to gener-
ate the various radio signals for receiving and transmitting
the assigned CB channels. The frequency stability of each
channel, when receiving or transmitting, was dependent
largely upon the crystals used to generate the frequencies
for that channel. The frequency accuracy and stability of
one channel was often better than another.
Citizens Band transceivers of recent design, such as the
transceiver you have purchased, utilize the most advanced
design of frequency synthesizers called Phase Locked Loop
(PLL) Frequency Synthesizers. These synthesizers utilize
a minimal number of crystals as reference frequencies from
which transmitting and receiving frequencies are developed.
The transmitting and receiving frequencies are stabilized
by phase comparing to the reference frequency and thus pro-
viding a phase-locked loop.
There are several types of PLL circuits in use; the one your
transceiver uses incorporates the best features of these de-
signs. Your transceiver uses crystal controlled standards
with digital type programmable frequency dividers for selec-
tion of the channel frequencies, which are always locked to
the reference frequency. If for any reason the PLL is not
"locked" the transmitter will not transmit.

SECTION II , INSTALLATION
A. Mobile Station
CAREFULLY READ
ALL INSTALLATION INFORMATION IN THIS MAN-
UAL BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO
INSTALL THE
TRANSCEIVER IN A
VEHICLE OR AS A BASE STATION.
1. Location
a)
Locate the transceiver under the dash or on the
hump of the vehicle. DO NOT POSITION ON TOP OF
THE DASH OR
ANY LOCATION THAT WILL
INTERFERE
WITH THE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE.
b) Use the VEHICLE
MOUNTING BRACKET as a template
to locate and mark the mounting holes. Refer
to fig. 1 for identification of the mounting
hardware.
c)
Position the transceiver in the mounting brack-
et for best view and accessibility to the front
panel controls.
2. Power Connections
a)
CAUTION: Be sure the transceiver
POWER SWITCH
is in the OFF position before making any con-
nections to the power source. ROTATE THE VOL-
UME CONTROL FULLY TO THE COUNTERCLOCKWISE POSI-
TION.
b)
The transceiver has a polarity reversal protec-
tion diode across the power input circuit. If
the polarity of the power source is reversed,
the fuse in the positive power lead will burn
out. CHECK CAREFULLY THE POLARITY OF THE POWER
SOURCE BEFORE CONNECTING TO THE TRANSCEIVER.
c)
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD A FUSE OF GREATER
AMPERAGE THAN 1.5 AMPERES BE USED TO REPLACE A
BURNED OUT FUSE. ALSO, NEVER BYPASS THE FUSE
WITH A JUMPER WIRE. IN EITHER CASE SEVERE DAM-
AGE WILL RESULT TO THE TRANSCEIVER AND VOID THE
WARRANTY.
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I . TRANSCEIVER
2.
RUBBER WASHER
3.
THUMB SCREW
4.
DASH BOARD
5. MOUNTING BRACKET
6.
SELF-TAPPING SCREW & WASHER
7. MICROPHONE MOUNTING BRACKET
8.
VEHICLE CENTER HUMP
FIGURE I, TYPICAL VEHICLE MOUNTING
BRACKET INSTALLATION

d)
Negative Grounded Power System Connections
Connect the FUSED power lead (RED) to the POSI-
TIVE (+) terminal of the power source (a battery
in most vehicles) or to the accessory terminal
on the ignition switch or to the accessory fuse
on the fuse block (refer to fig. 2).
Connect the other power lead (BLACK) to the NEG-
ATIVE (-) terminal of the power source or to the
frame of the vehicle or to the COMMON (-) ground
connection.
e)
Positive Grounded Power System Connections
Connect the FUSED power lead to the FRAME of
the vehicle or to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of
the power source (refer to fig. 2).
Connect the other lead (NEGATIVE) to the NEG-
ATIVE terminal of the power source or to the
accessory terminal on the ignition switch or
to the accessory fuse on the fuse block.
POSITIVE CABLE LEAD
RED in color
TRANSCEIVER
NEGATIVE CABLE LEAD
BLACK in color
FUSE HOLDER
(+)
(—)
FIGURE 2, POWER CABLE, LEAD INDENTIFICATION DIAGRAM

3. Microphone
Connect microphone plug into transceiver jack and
mount microphone hanger as follows:
a) In the package containing the mounting hardware,
there are screws and the microphone hanging
bracket. For convenience, locate the hanger on
the dashboard within easy reach of the opera-
tor, so that the microphone may be grasped with-
out the operator having to take his eyes off
the road.
When an approximate location has been chosen,
use the hanger as a template and center punch
the centers of the two #30 (.120 Dia.) holes,
drill and mount the hanger with the two #6 self-
tapping screws.
4.
Mobile Station Antennas
CAUTION: NEVER OPERATE YOUR TRANSCEIVER WITHOUT A
PROPERLY MATCHED ANTENNA.
Many styles and types of mobile antennas are avail-
able for installation on just about every type of
vehicle, including boats and aircraft. You should
discuss this with your dealer.
Location
The position of the antenna on a vehicle is very im-
portant as it will affect the directional character-
istics (radiation
pattern). Figure 3 shows four
possible locations for a standard "quarter
,
wave" an-
tenna. The ROOFTOP is usually considered the best
location.
Front Cowl
._—__-_,---- -- _______•
III,
Mount
541.11
Roof Mount
Rear Deck
OPIMIS,
Mount
_-'
Bumper Mount
+-. 
-- 
4
4
--
----'
FIGURE 3, MOBILE ANTENNA LOCATION DIAGRAM

B. Base Station Installation
1.
The unit was basically designed for mobile operation;
however, it may be used as a base station by the ad-
dition of a 13.8VDC External Power Supply.
2.
Locate the transceiver on a shelf or table out of
the path of foot traffic and near a 117VAC/60Hz
power outlet.
3.
An external rooftop 4ntenna may be used or a simple
whip type which connects directly to the antenna con-
nector on the transceiver. Most of your dealers can
give you advise.
4.
Refer to fig. 2 for the proper connections to the
external power supply.
C. Antenna and Cable Information
1.
The antenna is a very important part of your radio
station, whether it is a mobile or base station.
Antenna height is of prime importance. Refer to
the FCC Rules and Regulations for the maximum
height from the ground or building you are allowed.
The higher the terrain or structure on which the
antenna is mounted, the greater the range of com-
munication will be.
2.
The unit is designed to operate with any good qual-
ity Citizens Band mobile or base station antenna.
The type of antenna you should use depends in large
measure upon WHERE the antenna is to be mounted and
the radiation pattern you require. All your dealers
are well qualified to assist you in selecting the
proper type.
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SOLDER THRU HOLES (3)
TO BRAIDED SHIELD 
COUPLING  BRAIDED SHIELD 
CENTER CONDUCTOR
ADAPTER 
PLUG ASSEMBLY
FOLD BRAIDED SHIELD
BACK OVER ADAPTER
PLACE CENTER CONDUCTOR THRU
CENTER OF PLUG ASSEMBLY AND
SOLDER
FIGURE 4, CABLE CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
FINISHED ASSEMBLY
3.
Transmission Cable Requirements
In most cases the coaxial cable supplied with mobile
CB antennas are of the proper length for connecting
directly to the antenna connector on the rear panel
of the transceiver; however, if it is necessary to
change the length, type RG58/U is recommended for
lengths up to 50 feet.
4.
Length Calculations
The length of the transmission cable is very im-
portant, as the length will vary according to the
transmission "velocity factor" of the cable. The
length of cables with a velocity factor of 0.66
(regular type cable) should be in odd multiples of
6 feet for a frequency of 27 MHz.
Cables with a velocity factor of 0.82 (foam type
dielectric) should be in odd multiples of 7.5 feet
for 27 MHz installations.
5.
The formula for determining the length in feet of
the cable you may use, is as follows:
Cable length = 246 V
f
Where V = Transmission Velocity Factor of the cable
f = Frequency in Megahertz
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D. Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) Measurements
The VSWR of the antenna system should not be greater than
1.5 to 1. Use a COURIER Model Port-A-Lab 500 D Voltage
Standing Wave Ratio Meter, or equivalent instrument;
follow the instructions
given with the instrument.
F. External Speaker Connections
1. External Speaker
Prepare an 8 ohm speaker as shown in fig. 5 and in-
sert into the EXT-SPK jack on the rear panel. The
internal speaker will be bypassed when the external
speaker plug is inserted.
CAUTION: POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION
BEFORE INSERTING THE SPEAKER PLUG INTO
THE JACK ON THE REAR PANEL. THE SPEAKER
LEADS MUST NOT BE CONNECTED IN ANY WAY TO
THE VEHICLE CHASSIS OR TO THE TRANSCEIVER
CASE, AS SHORTING MAY OCCUR AND CAUSE DAM-
AGE TO THE SPEAKER AND TRANSCEIVER COMPO-
NENTS.
2.
Public Address Speaker
The transceiver volume control controls only the
audio level of the CB receiver. Therefore, if it is
desired to control the audio level of the PA function
it is necessary to prepare an insulated cable with
minature phone plug (H.H.Smith #480, or equivalent),
horn or speaker, and add a volume control as shown in
fig. 5. Insert the miniature phone plug into the PA
SPK jack.
CAUTION: BE SURE THAT THE EXTERNAL SPEAKER OR THE
PUBLIC ADDRESS SPEAKER CABLE, DO NOT MAKE
AN ELECTRICAL CONNECTION IN ANY WAY TO THE
TRANSCEIVER CASE, AS THE UNIT MAY BE SHORT-
ED AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE TRANSCEIVER COM-
PONENTS.
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8 OHM
3 WATT
SPEAKER
Turn the transceiver volume control down to minimum and
set the CB/PA switch to PA. Press the microphone switch
and adjust the added volume control for the desired audio
level at the PA speaker or horn. When the CB/PA switch
is in the PA position, the CB transmit function of the
transceiver is inhibited, and the internal speaker is
bypassed.
8 OHM
3 WATT
SPEAKER
MINIATURE
PHONE PLUG
AUDIO CABLE
EXTERNAL SPEAKER CABLE
16 TO 25 OHM, 25 WATT
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AUDIO CABLE
MINIATURE
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VOLUME CONTROL
PHONE PLUG
P.A. SPEAKER CABLE CONNECTIONS
FIGURE 5, EXTERNAL SPEAKER CABLE DIAGRAM
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SECTION III , STATION OPERATION
A. Function of Controls, Indicators and Connectors (Fig. 6)
VOLUME CONTROL - POWER ON/OFF SWITCH
When this control is turned fully counterclockwise, the
power switch is in the OFF position. Turning the con-
trol clockwise turns the power ON and controls the vol-
ume level.
S/RF POWER METER
Meter indicates relative signal strength of incoming
signals from 1 through 9. A reading of 1 indicates a
weak or distant station and a reading of 9 would indi-
cate a local or a higher power station. The RF power
scale indicates the relative RF power in watts being
transmitted by your transmitter.
AUTO NOISE LIMITER
This control reduces excessive noise impulses. When the
control is in the UP position, the noise is reduced,
when in the OFF position the circuit does not function.
CB/PA SWITCH
This switch selects the mode of operation. When set in
the CB position, the transceiver will function as a
Citizens Band Radio. When set in the PA position, and
an EXTERNAL PA SPEAKER and volume control is connected
to the PA jack on the rear panel, the unit operates as
a public address amplifier.
RF GAIN CONTROL
This control is used to increase the sensitivity of the
receiver so that distant stations may be received more
clearly, or to decrease the sensitivity so that very
strong stations may be received more clearly.
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5
7 4
1 Auto Noise Limiter
2 CB/PA Switch
3 RF Gain Control
4 Transmit Indicator
5 Digital Channel Indicator
6 Instrument "DIM/BRIGHT" Switch
7 Channel Selector
8 Squelch Control
9 Volume ON/OFF Switch
10 S/RF Power Meter
11 Antenna Connector
12 External Speaker Jack
13 PA Speaker Jack
14 Power Cable
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FIGURE 6, CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

CHANNEL SELECTOR
The Channel Selector sets the channel frequencies simul-
taneously for the receiving and transmitting modes. Re-
fer to the RB11 Rules and Regulations for complete infor-
mation on the use of the various channels.
SQUELCH CONTROL
The word "squelch" means to silence; therefore, the func-
tion of the control is to silence the atmospheric noise
(hash) usually present in all high frequency AM radio
communications. The maximum squelch is obtained when the
control is in full CLOCKWISE position, minimum squelch
when in
COUNTERCLOCKWISE position.
ANTENNA CONNECTOR
A standard PL-259 coaxial connector fits this connector
on the rear panel. The output impedance is 50 ohms.
EXT SPKR JACK
A standard miniature phone plug fits this jack on the
rear panel. When an external speaker is connected, the
internal speaker is disconnected.
PA SPKR JACK
A standard miniature
phone plug fits this jack on the
rear panel. An external volume control is required to
control the audio level of the PA speaker.
POWER CABLE
The DC power
cable supplied with the transceiver has a
fuse holder in the positive lead containing a 1.5 ampere
fuse.
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B. Good CB Practices
In order that all CB operators may obtain maximum bene-
fit from
their CB
radio
station, the we strongly urge
all CB radio operators to observe the following "Good
CB Practices":
1. Channel Selection
In selecting a channel for your station, it is very
important that the following factors be considered:
a.
Channel 6 is the recommended calling
channel.
b.
There are only a limited number of channels
available for use by all
CB stations.
c.
Channel 5 may be used for emergency communica-
tions only (situations which require immediate
assistance to a motorist, etc.).
d.
Any one of the other channels are to be used to
conduct personal and business radio communica-
tions.
2. Channel Usage
Cooperate to the fullest extent possible in sharing
the CB channels. Always be courteous and consid-
erate when using a channel. In order to assure that
all CB operators will have an equal opportunity to
use_the frequencies, radio communications between
CB stations (interstation) must.be limited to no
longer than 5 continuous minutes to be followed by
a silent period of at least one minute. Operators
should restrict their time on the air to a practical
minimum.
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The importance of all CB users disciplining them-,
selves from needlessly transmitting for long periods
of time cannot be stressed enough.
3.
Identification
See RB14 for examples of communication proceedures.
Identify your radio transmissions with your own
licensed call sign before and after each transmiss-
ion.- This call sign is unique in that it is unlike
any other CB radio station call sign. Be proud to
identify your radio transmissions with it. "Nick-
names" or "handles" may also be used to identify your
radio transmissions provided they are accompanied by
the assigned call sign. It is not necessary to
transmit the call sign of the station with whom you
are talking.
4.
Equipment
Have frequency, power and modulation measurements
made at regular intervals. Do not tamper with the
equipment. A licensed commercial technician is re-
quired to perform any adjustments that might affect
the proper operation of the transceiver.
5.
Promote "Good CB Practices"
Encourage other CB users to follow the above sug-
gested practices.
If all CB users make a serious attempt to understand
and follow the above recommended practices, we be-
lieve efficient utilization of the shared CB chan-
nels will be maximized.
6.
Telecom approved phonetic alphabet
A Alpha
B Bravo
C Chalie
D
Delta
E Echo
F Foxtrot
G
Golf
H
Hotel
I India
J
Juliet
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S Sierra
K Kilo
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T Tango
L Lima
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U Uniform
M
Mike 
V Victor
N November
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W Whisky
O
Oscar 
X X-ray
P Papa 
Y
Yankee
Q
Quebec
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Z Zulu
R Rameo
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CHANNEL FREQUENCY CHART
Australian
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U. S. A.
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Frequency
Channel No.
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Channel
 No.
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MHz.
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1
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5
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27.015
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2
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6
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27.025
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3
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7
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27.035
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4
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8
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27.055
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5
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9

27.065
**
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6
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11
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27.085
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7

27.095
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8
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12

27.105
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9
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13
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27.115
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10
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14
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27.125
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11

15
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27.135
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12
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16
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27.155
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13

17
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27.165
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14

18
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27.175
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15

19

27.185
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16

27.195
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17

20
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27.205
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18

22
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27.225
Emergency Channel.
** Calling Channel
RECEIVER OPERATION
1. Set the front panel
CHANNEL SELECTOR
VOLUME -CONTROL
SQUELCH CONTROL
RF GAIN CONTROL
AUTO NOISE LIMITER
SWITCH
PA/CB SELECTOR
controls as follows:
to 
Desired Channel
to 
1/2 Rotation CW
to  Full CCW
to  Full CW
to OFF
to CB
2.
Rotate the CHANNEL SELECTOR and locate an incoming sig-
nal. Adjust the VOLUME CONTROL as desired.
3.
If a very strong signal is being received, set the RF
Gain control CCW and observe that the audio level
- is re-
duced. Readjust the VOLUME as required.
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4. The S-Meter will indicate the strength of the station
being received when the RF Gain control is in the CW
position. A reading of 1 to 4 indicates a distant or
low power signal. A reading of 5 to 9 indicates a
higher power or local station.
5. Squelch Adjustment
a.
Locate a channel where there is no signal and rotate
the
SQUELCH CONTROL
from full CCW to a point where
the noise just stops.
b.
Rotate the
CHANNEL SELECTOR
to a channel .where there
is a signal and observe that the audio comes through
loud and clear.
c.
Do not set the SQUELCH CONTROL too far past the
quiet point, as weak signals may not overcome the
squelch and will not be heard.
6. Automatic Noise Limiter
When there is excessive electrical disturbance, set the
Automatic Noise Limiter switch to the ANL position, ob-
serve that the noise is reduced and the signal is re-
ceived clearly.
TRANSMITTER OPERATION
BEFORE TRANSMITTING, IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOUR TEMPORARY OR
PERMANENT LICENSE BE POSTED WITH YOUR TRANSMITTER.
1. Set the front panel
CHANNEL SELECTOR
VOLUME CONTROL
SQUELCH CONTROL
RF GAIN CONTROL
AUTO NOISE LIMITER
SWITCH
PA/CB
controls as follows:
to Clear Channel
to 1/2 Rotation CW
to
Noise Quiet Point
to Center Position
to. OFF
or as required
to CB
2. Select a clear
channel or wait for an opportunity to
"break-in" on a
desired
channel.
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3.
Position the microphone approximately 2 inches from your
mouth and hold the Press-to-Talk switch down. Speak in
a normal tone and level of voice, do not speak for more
than five minutes. Release the Press-to-Talk switch
and listen for the reply.
4.
Double numbers on the Channel Selector
The large outside numbers on the channel selector
indicate the official Australian channels. The
smaller inside numbers indicate the equivalent
American channel numbers allowing ease of cross
reference with other operators using old 23 channel
transceivers not built to the largest Australian
specification. Note that the large numbers are
the official ones.
PUBLIC ADDRESS AND EXTERNAL SPEAKER OPERATION
1. Public Address Speaker (Figure 5)
Turn the transceiver volume control to the minimum posi-
tion, set the CB/PA switch to PA and press the transmit
switch on the microphone. Speak into the microphone and
set the added volume control to provide the desired audio
level at the PA speaker. When the CB/PA switch is in
the PA position, the internal speaker is bypassed.
2. External Speaker (Figure 5)
When the external speaker is used, the internal speaker
is disconnected.
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SECTION IV, TECHNICAL DATA /SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
General Description
The FANFARE 182 is an AM Citizens Radio Service Band
Transceiver. The unit incorporates the most advanced design.
in Phase Locked Lopp (PLL) Frequency Synthesizer circuitry
for the generation and precision control of the official
Australian 18 channel frequencies.
The transceiver is designed to operate in vehicles using
power supplies providing 13.8 Vdc. The unit may also be
used in base station installations when used with a 13.8 Vdc
external power source.
Special Features:
•
Phase Locked Loop (PLL) Frequency Synthesizer
•
Self-contained Heavy Duty Speaker
• Illuminated S/RF Power Meter
• External and PA JACK
•
Low Noise RF Stages
•
Automatic
Noise
Limiter
•
Public Address Mode
• RF Gain Control
•
Automatic Transmit Inhibit Circuit
• Automatic Level Control (A.L.C.)
• Squelch
Control
•
Spurious Radiation Control Circuits
Nominal
Specifications
General
Operating
Temperature Range - 30
° C to +50 ° C
Solid State Devices
Transistors - 22
Diodes - 12
Integrated Circuits (IC) -
Zener Diodes - 1
Varicaps - 1
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