Maxon SP-100 User manual

Operating
Instructions
SP -100 Series
Synthesized Two-Way Radio

About Your SP-100 Series Radio
Congratulations, you now own the Maxon SP-100 Series two-way
radio. Featuring 4 channel, 2 Watt operation, the SP-100 provides
superior performance and reliability. Operation and functions for your
radio are described in this instruction manual. We urge you to
thoroughly read this manual before operating the radio.
About Maxon America, Inc.
Maxon America, Inc. is a world leader in the design and manufacture
of portable and mobile CB radios, Family Radio Service radios, 49 MHz
two-way radios, GMRS/DOT frequency radios, weather monitors,
professional FM two-way Land Mobile Radios, Specialized Mobile
Radios, pagers and paging equipment, data/telemetry modules and
a variety of optional/accessory items.

Table of Contents
SafetyInformation..................................................................
UnpackingInformation..........................................................
Radio Controls / Functions.....................................................
FCC Licensing Information....................................................
DOT Frequency / Business Itinerate Radios......................
GMRSRadios..................................................................
FCC Forms and Information.............................................
FCC Part 90 Information .................................................
Battery Charging and Care....................................................
Installing / Removing the Battery Pack ..................................
AntennaInstallation..............................................................
Installing / Removing the Belt Clip.......................................
SP-100 Series Operation.......................................................
PowerOn-Volume.........................................................
Transmit.........................................................................
Receive..........................................................................
PowerOff.......................................................................
Status Indicators and Audible Alert Tones..............................
Accessories..........................................................................
Programmable Features.........................................................
Channel Programming....................................................
Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System (CTCSS)...........
ScanMode.....................................................................
Recycling / Disposal of Batteries..........................................
SoftwareCopyrights.............................................................
Service.................................................................................
Maintenance........................................................................
WarrantyStatement..............................................................
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Safety Information
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with its action in
General Docket 79-144, March 13, 1985, has adopted a safety
standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) electromagnetic
energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment. Maxon subscribes to the
same safety standard for the use of its products. Proper operation of this
radio will result in user exposure far below the Occupational Safety
and Health Act and Federal Communications Commission limits.
WARNING - DO NOT hold the radio in such a manner that the
antenna is next to, or touching, exposed parts of the
body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
WARNING -DO NOT allow children to operate transmitter - equipped
radio equipment.
CAUTION - DO NOT operate the radio near unshielded electrical
blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere unless it
is a type especially designed and qualified for such use.
CAUTION - DO NOT press and hold the transmit switch (P-T-T) when
not actually wishing to transmit.
NOTE: This radio operates in FCC regulated frequency bands.
All radios must be licensed by the FCC before use.
Because this radio contains a transmitter, Federal law
prohibits unauthorized use or adjustments of this radio.
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Unpacking Information
Remove and carefully inspect the contents of your package(s) for the
following items:
Radio Transceiver Unit
Antenna
Belt Clip
Rechargeable Ni-Cd Battery Pack
AC/DC Wall Charger
Operating Instructions
If any items are missing, please contact the place of purchase or
Maxon America, Inc.
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Radio Controls / Functions
1) Antenna Receptacle
2) Channel Selector Knob
3) On/Off - Volume Control
4) Busy/TX/BT Indicator
5) Battery Latch
6) Monitor Button
7) Push-To-Talk (PTT)
8) Microphone
9) Speaker
10) Accessory Jacks
11) Belt Clip
12) Battery
13) Battery Charge Contacts
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Radio Controls / Functions, Continued
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FCC Licensing Information
The Maxon SP-100 Series features 3 radio models, requiring two
different licensing types. Before using your Maxon SP-100, you must
obtain / possess a radio license issued by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC). It is illegal to transmit without the appropriate
license.
The SP-100H (VHF) and SP-100U (UHF) radios operates on FM
radio communication frequencies, commonly referred to as DOT
radio or business itinerate frequencies. These DOT radio frequencies
are allocated by the FCC for business use only.
The SP-100G operates on General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)
frequencies, which are allocated by the FCC for personal uses,
including recreation and travel.
DOT Frequency / Business Itinerate Radios
For the DOT frequency / business itinerate radios (SP-100H and U),
you must submit FCC Form 600 and any appropriate attachments
to the Personal Communications Industry Association (PCIA). This
organization is responsible for coordinating frequencies available
to U.S. businesses to prevent regional communication conflicts. For
more information about PCIA, call 1-800-759-0300; in Virginia, call
1-703-739-0300. Submit completed Form 600 to:
PCIA Frequency Coordination
P.O. Box 25648
Alexandria, VA 22313-5648
GMRS Radios
For GMRS radios (SP-100G), you must submit FCC Form 574 directly
to the FCC at this address:
Federal Communications Commission
General Mobile Radio Service
P.O. Box 358230
Pittsburgh, PA 15251-5230
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FCC Licensing Information, Continued
FCC Forms and Information
To obtain current FCC forms and filing instructions, you can:
• Have the forms mailed to you by calling the FCC Forms Hotline
1-800-418-FORM (3676).
• Have the forms faxed to you by the FCC's Fax-On-Demand
System by calling 1-202-418-0177.
As a reminder, request Form 600 for Maxon models SP-100H or
SP-100U. You can request:
Document 000600 for all forms and filing instructions
Document 006001 for instructions only
Document 006002 for Form 600 main form only
Document 006003 for all schedules
Request Form 574 for Maxon model SP-100G. A booklet entitled
"Form 574 Instructions" can be obtained as well.
For more information regarding the licensing application, contact:
the FCC at 888-CALL-FCC (255-5322).
For more information regarding PCIA, or Form 600, contact:
PCIA Frequency Coordination
703-739-0300
FCC Part 90 Information
You are required to have in your possession a current copy of Part 90
of the FCC Rules and Regulations before operating your radio. It is
your responsibility to insure your radio operates in accordance with
the guidelines established by the FCC. You should familiarize yourself
with Part 90 of the FCC Rules before operating your radio. NOTE:
FCC Rule 95.5 applies to GMRS radios, as they are for personal use
only.
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FCC Licensing Information, Continued
To obtain current copies of FCC Rules, Part 90 or Part 95, contact:
Superintendent of Documents
Government Printing Office
Washington, DC 20402-9371
or by phone: [phone] (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST, Monday
thru Friday, excluding Holidays).
Many larger metropolitan areas have U.S. Government book stores.
Check the business listings of your local telephone directory under
"Government Book Stores" for listings and locations.
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Battery Charging and Care
To ensure peak performance from your radio, the battery pack must
be fully charged. Proper care and charging will allow maximum
performance and life from your battery pack.
The SP-100 comes standard with a wall charger. Turn radio off
and insert charging adapter into lower hole of accessory jacks.
The charging cycle with this charger is overnight (12-16 hours).
(See figure A.)
The optional QPA-1125 Desktop Charger provides "one hour"
charging and normal "slow" charging to one radio and one battery.
The high capacity 1200 mAh battery pack will take longer to fully
charge. (See figure B.)
See accompanying instructions included with these chargers for more
information.
To receive maximum performance from your radio and battery pack,
periodically completely discharge and recharge the battery pack.
A B Battery Only Slot
Battery with
Radio Slot
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Installing / Removing the Battery Pack
To Install:
Position the guides of the battery in line with the radio battery guide
rails and slide the battery into position until a click is heard.
To Remove:
Holding radio in one hand, slide and hold battery latch. With the other
hand, push the battery in downward direction.
Antenna Installation
Fasten the antenna to the radio by turning the antenna clockwise into
the receptacle on top of the radio.
Installing / Removing the Belt Clip
To Install: To Remove:
Install belt clip on back of Pull release tab outward
battery until it clicks into place. and push belt clip up.

SP-100 Series Operations
Power On-Volume
Turn the radio on by rotating the on /off - volume control clockwise
until you hear a click and a single tone.
Transmit
CAUTION
OPERATION OF THE TRANSMITTER WITHOUT
A PROPER ANTENNA INSTALLED MAY RESULT IN
PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE RADIO
1) Press the monitor button to monitor the channel for activity. To
avoid interrupting another user, make sure the channel is clear
before you begin transmitting.
NOTE: FCC Rules and Regulations require that you monitor a
channel for activity before transmitting.
NOTE: The tri-color LED located on the top panel can help with
channel monitoring. It will glow amber if RF activity is
present; or green if the transmission has a CTCSS tone that
matches a tone programmed for receive in your radio.
When the LED is not illuminated, the radio is indicating a
"clear" channel.
2) When the channel is clear, hold the radio upright with the antenna
vertical and the front microphone area about 2-3 inches from the
mouth, keeping the antenna away from the face and eyes. Press
and hold the P-T-T bar on the side of the radio, and speak slowly
and clearly into the microphone area.
NOTE: The LED will glow red when transmitting. This indicator
should be on continuously while the P-T-T bar is being
pressed and the radio is transmitting. Should the red LED
be "flashing", the battery needs to be recharged and trans-
mission will cease. Recharge the battery before attempting
more than one transmission.
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STATUS DESCRIPTION LED COLOR AUDIBLE TONE
NORMAL Power On - Ready N/A Single tone
Busy Channel Amber N/A
Correct all w/ tone Green N/A
Transmit Red N/A
SCAN Scan is initiated Green, flashing N/A
WARNING Time-Out Timer N/A Single tone
Battery Low Red, flashing Four beeps, repeat
ERROR EEPROM Error Red, flashing Single beep, repeat
PLL Error Red, flashing Double beep, repeat
Filtering Error Red, flashing Triple beep, repeat
SP-100 Series Operations, Continued
Receive
When you have finished transmitting, release the P-T-T bar to receive.
Power Off
When finished transmitting, receiving, monitoring, etc., turn the radio
off by rotating the on/off-volume control fully counter-clockwise, to
the detent position.
Status Indicators and Audible Alert Tones
Your SP-100 Series radio has a sophisticated microprocessor control
which provides a series of audible alert tones. Upon initial power up,
a single tone indicates that the self-test of the microprocessor functions
has been completed satisfactorily. A tone, or series of tones, may be
sounded with any of the following conditions:
•Attempt to transmit on a channel set for receive only
•Transmitting time has exceeded time-out timer time of 5 minutes
of continuous transmitting
•Low battery condition
•Selecting a channel with no frequency programmed on it
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Accessories
The Maxon SP-100 Series radio is designed to work with a variety of
accessory products. These accessories are available for the SP-100:
QPA-600G* 600 mAh Ni-Cad Battery Pack
QPA-700G 700 mAh Ni-Cad Battery Pack
QPA-1200G 1200 mAh Ni-Cad Battery Pack
CA-1410C* AC/DC Wall Trickle Charger
QPA-1130 Dual Slot /Dual Rate Desktop Charger
with Power Supply
QPA-1425 Lapel Speaker /Microphone
QPA-1480 Voice Operated /P-T-T Mini-VOX Headset
QPA-1491 Heavy Duty Leather Case
QPA-1496C Camouflage Canvas Case
SPK-400C Programming Kit (includes cable and disk)
* Comes standard with the SP-100 radio.
These accessories can be purchased from your local Maxon supplier,
or you may contact Maxon at 816/891-6320, ext. 707.
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Programmable Features
Channel Programming
Your Maxon SP-100 Series radio has several programming options.
For programming options, Maxon's SPK-400C PC programmer and
cable are required. The programmer works with an IBM® or compatible
PC (one 3.5" floppy and one hard drive with at least 300K of available
memory). The SPK-400C allows you to program channel frequencies,
CTCSS private tone codes per channel, and a scan function. The
following shows possible channel frequencies for each version of
the SP-100 Series:
SP-100H (VHF radio):
151.6250 Red DOT
151.9550 Purple DOT
154.5700 Blue DOT
154.6000 Green DOT
162.5500 NOAA Weather Channel 1
162.4000 NOAA Weather Channel 2
162.4750 NOAA Weather Channel 3
162.4250 NOAA Weather Channel 4
162.4500 NOAA Weather Channel 5
162.5000 NOAA Weather Channel 6
162.5250 NOAA Weather Channel 7
SCAN
NOTE: NOAA Weather Channels are receive (RX) only, the radio
will not transmit on these channels.
NOTE: The SCAN feature can be programmed on Channel 4 only.
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Programmable Features, Continued
SP-100U (UHF radio):
464.5000 Brown DOT
464.5500 Yellow DOT
467.7625 "J" DOT
467.8125 "K" DOT
467.8500 Silver Star
467.8750 Gold Star
467.9000 Red Star
467.9250 Blue Star
SCAN
NOTE: The SCAN feature can be programmed on Channel 4 only.
SP-100G (GMRS radio):
462.5500 GMRS Channel 1
462.5750 GMRS Channel 2
462.6000 GMRS Channel 3
462.6250 GMRS Channel 4
462.6500 GMRS Channel 5
462.6750 GMRS Channel 6
462.7000 GMRS Channel 7
462.7250 GMRS Channel 8
462.5625 GMRS Interstitial Channel
462.5875 GMRS Interstitial Channel
462.6125 GMRS Interstitial Channel
462.6375 GMRS Interstitial Channel
462.6625 GMRS Interstitial Channel
462.6875 GMRS Interstitial Channel
462.7125 GMRS Interstitial Channel
SCAN
NOTE: Only Channels 1 through 8 can be programmed for repeater
operation, transmit (TX) at 5 MHz higher than receive (RX).
NOTE: The SCAN feature can be programmed on Channel 4 only.
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Programmable Features, Continued
Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System (CTCSS)
CTCSS is used to give you semi-private conversation by eliminating
unwanted reception of signals on the same channel, but not pro-
grammed with the same CTCSS code. There are 38 standard tones
you can program on any channel, except NOAA Weather channels.
The CTCSS tones are as follows:
OFF 103.5 162.2
67.0 107.2 167.9
71.9 110.9 173.8
74.4 114.8 179.9
77.0 118.8 186.2
79.7 123.0 172.8
82.5 127.3 203.5
85.4 131.8 210.7
88.5 136.5 218.1
91.5 141.3 225.7
94.8 146.2 233.6
97.4 151.4 241.8
100.0 156.7 250.3
Scan Mode
The SP-100 allows for a channel scan function. The scan feature can
be programmed onto Channel 4 only, (making the radio a 3 channel
radio with scan) and no channel frequency may be programmed onto
Channel 4 with scan. The scan function will scan all programmed
channels (Channel 1 ~ 3). NOTE: The programmed will not allow
you to program less than 3 channels when the scan feature is enabled.
To initiate the Scan mode, (when programmed), turn the channel
selector knob to Channel 4 position - the radio will start to scan. The
top panel LED will flash green as the radio is scanning. If conversation
is detected on any channel, the radio will stop on that channel and
you will be able to hear the conversation. You will be able to transmit
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Programmable Features, Continued
(TX) on that active channel during the scan delay time of 5 seconds.
Scan delay time is the amount of time the radio will stay on a channel
once activity has ceased. The radio will resume scanning once the
scan delay time has expired. Scanning will continue until the channel
is changed.
Recycling/Disposal of Batteries
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) classifies used Ni-Cd
batteries as hazardous waste, unless certain exemptions apply.
The battery should be recycled at the end of its useful life. Under
various state or local laws, such batteries must be recycled or disposed
of properly and cannot be dumped in landfills or incinerators.
Maxon America, Inc. fully endorses and encourages the recycling of
Ni-Cd batteries. A national program to collect and recycle used Ni-Cd
batteries is being implemented by the Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation (RBRC™). This program is being funded through the use of
license fees paid by the battery and product manufacturers to place the
RBRC™ Seal on the batteries.
The following is a list of facilities where the batteries can be shipped to
be recycled. Contact these facilities for proper packaging and shipping
guidelines.
INMETCO KINSBURSKY BROTHERS INC.
245 Portersville Road 1314 N. Lemon Street
Ellwood City, PA 16117 Anaheim, CA 92801
Tel: [phone] Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]#: 800-548-8797
Fax: [phone]
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Software Copyrights
The Maxon products described in this operating instruction manual
may include copyrighted Maxon software programs stored in semi-
conductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and
other countries preserve for Maxon certain exclusive rights for copy-
righted software programs, including the exclusive right to copy or
reproduce in any form the copyrighted software program. Accordingly,
the copyrighted Maxon software programs contained in the Maxon
products described in this operating instruction manual may not be
copied or reproduced without the express written permission of
Maxon. Furthermore, the purchase of Maxon products shall not
be deemed to grant either directly or by implication, estoppel, or
otherwise, any license under the copyrights, patents or patent
applications of Maxon, except for normal non-exclusive royalty free
license to use that arises by operation of law in the sale of a product.
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