Leixen VV898 User manual

Mobile Transceiver
VV-898

RFRadiationInformation
ThisproductmustberestrictedtooperationsinanOccupational/ControlledRFexposure
Environments.Usersmustbefullyawareofthehazardsoftheexposureandabletoexercise
controlovertheirRFexposuretoqualifyforthehigherexposurelimits.
RFRadiationProfile
RadioFrequency(RF)isafrequencyofelectromagneticradiationintherangeatwhichradio
signalsaretransmitted.RFtechnologyiswidelyusedincommunication,medicine,food
processingandotherfields.Itmaygenerateradiationduringuse.
RFRadiationSafety
Inordertoensureuserhealth,expertsfromrelevantindustriesincludingscience,engineering,
medicineandhealthworkwithinternationalorganizationstodevelopstandardsforsafe
exposuretoRFradiation.Thesestandardsconsistof:
ƔUnitedStatesFederalCommunicationsCommission,CodeofFederalRegulations;47CFRpart2
subͲpartJ;
ƔAmericanNationalStandardsInstitute(ANSI)/InstituteofElectricalandElectronicEngineers
(IEEE)C95.1Ͳ1992;
ƔInstituteofElectricalandElectronicEngineers(IEEE)C95.1Ͳ1999;
ƔInternationalCommissiononNonͲIonizingRadiationProtection(ICNIRP)1998.
FCCRegulations
FederalCommunicationCommission(FCC)requiresthatallradiocommunicationproductsshould
meettherequirementssetforthintheabovestandardsbeforetheycanbemarketedintheU.S,
andthemanufacturershallpostaRFlabelontheproducttoinformusersofoperational
instructions,soastoenhancetheiroccupationalhealthagainstexposuretoRFenergy.
Thisdevicecomplieswithpart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttotheconditionthatthis
devicedoesnotcauseharmfulinterference.
ThemanufacturerisnotresponsibleforanyradioorTVinterferencecausedbyunauthorized
modificationstothisequipment.suchmodificationscouldvoidtheuser'sauthoritytooperate
thisequipment.
ThisequipmenthasbeentestedandfoundtocomplywiththelimitsforaClassBdigitaldevice,
pursuanttopart15oftheFCCRules.TheselimitsaredesignedtoproͲvidereasonableprotection
againstharmfulinterferenceinaresidentialinstallation.Thisequipmentgeneratesusesandcan
radiateradiofrequencyenergyand,ifnotinͲstalledandusedinaccordancewiththeinstructions,
maycauseharmfulinterferencetoradiocommunications.However,thereisnoguaranteethat
interferencewillnotoccurinaparticularinstallation.Ifthisequipmentdoescauseharmful
interferencetoradioortelevisionreception,whichcanbedeterminedbyturningtheequipment
offandon,theuserisencouragedtotrytocorrecttheinterferencebyoneormoreofthe
followingmeasures:
ƔReorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
ƔConnecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthereceiveris
connected.
ƔConsultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp.
OperationalInstructionsandTrainingGuidelines
Toensureoptimalperformanceandcompliancewiththeoccupational/controlledenvironment
RFenergyexposurelimitsintheabovestandardsandguidelines,usersshouldtransmitnotmore

than50%ofthetimeandalwaysadheretothefollowingprocedures:
ƔAntennagainmustnotexceed4.1dBi.
ƔTheantennainstallationmustcomplywiththerequirementsofmanufacturerorsupplier,andit
mustbe1.00meterawayfromhumanbody.
ƔToensureoptimalperformanceandcompliancewiththeoccupational/controlledenvironment
RFenergyexposurelimitsintheabovestandardsandguidelines,usersshouldtransmitnomore
than50%ofthetimeandalwaysadheretothefollowingprocedures;andshouldtransmitno
morethan50%ofthetime,althoughthehardwaresupporttransmissionupto100%ofthetime
inanalogmodeandupto50%indigitalmode.
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ForNorthAmericanusers
Duetostrictrules,thisproductisblockedforoperationsbeforesalesandonlydealerscan
programtheradiobeforedeliverytoconsumers.Manufacturerisnotawareofdetailsofsuch
dealerͲprogrammingthereforepleasekindlycontactyourdealerfirstincasetechnicalͲservice
maybenecessary.
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IMPORTANT:Thismanualiscommontoamateurandcommercialusers.
Notallfeaturesareavailabletocommercialusers.CommercialͲuseunitsareprogrammedbythe
dealerbeforesalesthereforefeaturesmaybeprohibitedformanualaccessbytheusers.
CommercialͲusersshouldcontactthedealerforanytechnicalinquirybecausethedistributorand
manufacturerarenotawareofthedetailsofdealerͲprogramming.
Featureslikescramblingisnotallowedforamateurradiocommunications.
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ThedeviceaccordingtotheregulationinDirective1999/5/ECandcomplieswithstandardsas
follow:
ETSIEN301489Ͳ1V1.9.2
EMC(Article3.1b)
ETSIEN301489Ͳ5V1.3.1
ETSIEN300086Ͳ1V1.4.1
Radio(Article3.2)
ETSIEN300086Ͳ2V1.3.1
Safety(Article3.1a)EN60950Ͳ1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011
Health(Article3.1a)EN62311:2008
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WorkTemperature:Ͳ10ć~ˇ25ć

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A Note To Users
Thank you for purchasing the VV-898
Mobile transceiver. We trust this transceiver
will give you convenient and reliable
communication for many years.
For the best experience, we advise that you
read this manual completely before using your
new transceiver.
Notice
Please use the transceiver in
compliance with local regulations.

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Contents
Security Information .................................................. 1
Accessories & Options............................................... 2
Supplied Accessories.............................................. 2
Optional Accessories.............................................. 2
Installation.................................................................. 3
Connect Power ....................................................... 3
Keeping the Transceiver Cool ................................ 3
Install with Bracket ................................................ 4
Connect Accessories............................................... 4
Getting Acquainted..................................................... 6
DTMF Microphone Panel .......................................... 8
LCD Display ............................................................ 10
Front Panel Description............................................ 12
Basic Operation........................................................ 13
Power on/off......................................................... 13
Turn Volume......................................................... 13
Select Channel...................................................... 13
Transmitting and receiving................................... 14
Function Menu Operation ........................................ 15
Auto Power Off(APO): Menu 01 ......................... 16
APRO (APRO): Menu 02 .................................... 16
Busy Channel Lock (BC Lock): Menu 03............ 16

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Key Beep (Beep): Menu 04.................................. 17
Channel Save (CHASave): Menu 05.................... 17
DTMF Function (DTMF): Menu 06 .................... 18
Dual Watch (DW): Menu 07 ................................ 23
Decode Type and Decode Code (Menus 08 and 09)
.............................................................................. 23
Encode Type and Encode Code (Menus 10 and 11)
.............................................................................. 25
FM Radio Function(FM): Menu 12...................... 26
FM DualWatch (FM DW): Menu 13.................... 27
FM Scan(FM Scan˅): Menu 14.......................... 27
FM SQL (FM SQL): Menu 15 ............................. 28
Font size (Choose˄Font): Menu 16 .................... 28
Key Lock Function (Keylock): Menu 17 ............. 28
Keypad Function(Keypad): Menu 18................... 29
Backlight (Lamp): Menu 19................................. 29
Setting Channel Names: (Name): Menus 20 /21/22
.............................................................................. 30
Set Opening Display (OpenDIS): Menu 23 ......... 31
Custom Keys Set (P1-P3ǃM Key): Menus 24-29
.............................................................................. 32
High/Low Power Set (Power): Menu 30.............. 33
PTT ID (PTT ID): Menu 31 ................................. 33

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ROGER(ROGER): Menu 32................................ 35
REVERSE (REVERSE): Menu 33 ...................... 35
Offset Frequency (RPT SET/RPT TYPE): Menus
34 and 35.............................................................. 35
Save Battery (SaveBat): Menu 36........................ 37
Scan (SCAN): Menus 37, 38, and 39 ................... 37
Squelch Level (SQL): Menu 40 ........................... 39
Step (Step): Menu 41............................................ 39
Tail Elimination (Tail): Menu 42.......................... 40
Talk Around (Talk): Menu 43............................... 40
Time out timer(TOT): Menu 44 ........................... 40
TX Stop (TXStop): Menu 45................................ 41
VOX (VOX): Menus 46-49.................................. 41
Wide and Narrow Bandwidth Set (WidNar): Menu
50.......................................................................... 42
User-defined Keys Menu ......................................... 42
OFF ...................................................................... 43
FM˄FM˅.......................................................... 43
Band change˄Bandchange˅............................. 43
Time of system˄Time˅..................................... 43
Monitor Momentary˄MONI˅.......................... 44
Monitor Lock˄MOLO˅.................................... 44
SQ OFF Momentary˄SQM˅............................ 44

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Mute˄MUTE˅.................................................. 45
Scan˄SCAN˅................................................... 45
High/Low Power˄LOW˅................................. 45
Emergency˄EMG˅........................................... 45
V/M Mode Switch˄V/M˅................................ 45
DTMF Function˄DTMF˅................................ 46
Call˄Call˅........................................................ 46
A/B Mode Switch˄A/B˅.................................. 46
Talk Around˄Talk˅........................................... 46
Reverse Frequency˄Reverse˅.......................... 46
Reset Menu............................................................... 47
All Reset............................................................... 47
Function Reset...................................................... 47
Programming Operation........................................... 48
Lease Function ..................................................... 48
Wireless Change Frequency................................. 49
RX Inhibit/RXTX Inhibit ..................................... 51
Setting Transmission Limits Per Minute .............. 52
Maintenance ............................................................. 53
Base Knowledge................................................... 53
Cleaning and Maintenance ................................... 53
Specification............................................................. 55

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Security Information
To use this transceiver safely and efficiently, please
read the following safety information.
XRefer service to qualified technicians only.
XTurn off the transceiver while refueling or while
parked in a gasoline service station.
XPlease turn off the transceiver where flammable
gases or fumes may be present.
XDo not place the transceiver where it might block
airbag deployment.
XDo not expose the transceiver to long periods of
direct sunlight or extreme heat.
XDo not transmit for long periods, especially at
high power. Doing so may damage the
transceiver or cause the transceiver to overheat.
XDo not use the transceiver with a damaged
antenna or feedline. Doing so may damage the
transmitter.
XWhen using this transceiver, Please make sure
the antenna is connected. Transmitting without an
antenna may damage the final amplifier in the
transmitter.
XPlease keep at least 2in (5cm) away from the
antenna while transmitting.

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XTurn off the power immediately if the transceiver
emits peculiar odors or smoke and contact the
nearest authorized dealer for service.
Accessories & Options
Welcome to your new VV-898 transceiver. Please
unpack it carefully and ensure that the below
accessories are included. If you find any missing or
damaged components, please contact your dealer
immediately.
Supplied Accessories
Item Qty
Mobile transceiver 1
DC Power Cable 1
Bracket 1
Bracket Screw
˄Installed in sides of transceiver ˅2
User Manual 1
Optional Accessories
USB Programming
Cable DC/AC Adaptor
DTMF Keypad
Microphone
No Keypad
Microphone
Antenna Mount Antenna

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Installation
Connect Power
This transceiver should be connected to a 13.8V DC
power supply. It can not be connected directly to an
AC outlet. Connect the transceiver to a regulated
power supply with the supplied power cable. Do not
replace the DC power cable with a thinner wire. The
supplied cable is rated to meet the power requirements
of the transceiver.
Connect the DC power cable to a DC power supply or
battery. Connect the red wire to the positive terminal
and the black wire to the negative terminal. Then, plug
the power connector into the DC power outlet of the
transceiver.
Note: Make sure to turn off the DC power supply and
transceiver before connecting.
The DC power supply can only be connected to an AC
power outlet after all connections are completed.
Keeping the Transceiver Cool
As with all modern electronics, it is very important
that the transceiver not be allowed to overheat. The
VV-898 has been designed to take advantage of
natural air flow to keep it cool. Thus, to help in
providing enough space for natural air flow, it is very

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important that you install the transceiver using the
supplied mounting bracket. If the transceiver is
installed without providing for adequate air flow, the
transceiver may overheat. If adequate air flow is not
available, the transceiver will be damaged from
overheating. Do not place books or other equipment
directly on the transceiver. Allow 4In (10cm) of
clearance between the rear of the transceiver and any
other objects.
Install with Bracket
An adjustable angle bracket is supplied with the
transceiver. Please attach the bracket to your desired
installation location. Remove the two mounting
screws from the sides of the transceiver and reinstall
them through the holes in the bracket.
Note: Do not install the transceiver where it might interfere
with the deployment of airbags.
Do not place the transceiver in the front windshield. The heat
of the sun may damage the transceiver.
Connect Accessories
Hand Microphone: The Hand microphone connection
jack is located on the left side of the front panel of the
transceiver.
Earphone: The Earphone connection jack is located
in the right of the rear panel of the transceiver. The

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internal speaker is muted when an earphone or
external speaker is connected to this jack
Antenna: The SO-239 mount connection is on the left
of the rear panel of the transceiver. The antenna
system is composed of an antenna, feedline, and
ground network components. Carefully consider your
antenna system installation for best results with this
transceiver. For instance, be sure the antenna you will
use matches your desired operating frequencies.
Selecting an appropriate antenna is beyond the scope
of this manual. Do not transmit without first
connecting an antenna. Doing so may damage the
transceiver.

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Getting Acquainted
VV-898 Upper Panel
VV-898 Front Panel