Midland ALAN 507 SpeakEasy User manual

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ALAN 507
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
1. “OFF/VOLUME”control:
In ‘’OFF’’ position your transceiver is off.Turn this knob clockwise to switch on the unit and
adjust the volume to a comfortable sound level.
2. “Speaker Microphone Connector”:
Connect an optional speaker/microphone or an earphone to this jack.
3. Antenna:
The antenna screws into the top of the radio.
4. LED“TX/BATT”:
Lights when the unit is transmitting and when the batteries are low. In that case, replace the
alkaline or recharge the AA Ni-Cd batteries as soon as possible after this indicator comes on.
5. Speaker and Microphone:
This is the speaker and mic location in the radio. During transmission, keep your mouth 4/10
cm far from the unit and speak with a normal voice level.
6. CHANNEL SELECTORS UP / DOWN
To skip to the next / previous channel.The selected channel will appear on the display.
7. LED Display:
It shows the channel in use.
8.“CALL” button:
Press this button to cause the radio to transmit an alerting tone to others on your channel.
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PTT
MON
VOX
PTT
H
L
CHG
123
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8
9
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18
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9. DualWatch:
this function allows the synthonization on two different channels at the same time.Thanks to
this function, you can monitor a second channel. When a signal on the second channel is
received, the conversation on the first channel is automatically interrupted and the receiver
switches on the second channel.The monitoring starts again 4 seconds after the signal end.
To activate this function, operate as follows:
- Select the desired channel through the channel selectors
- Press the “DW” button
- Select the second channel
- Press the button “DW” again
- To cancel the function press again either the “DW” button or the PTT button.
10.“SCAN”button:
with this control, you can automatically seek for a busy channel.
Operate as follows:
• Select one channel;
• Press the ‘’SCAN’’ button: the transceiver will scan automatically all the channels until a
carrier is being received.
• When it finds the carrier it stops and starts again some seconds after the ending of the
communication on the channel.
SCAN function can be deactivated by pushing PTT control or any other button.
11. Microphone.
12.“PTT” button:
By pressing “PTT”, the transmitter is activated; by releasing, you activate the receiver.
13.“MON”(Monitor) control:
By pressing “MON” control, the squelch is opened: with this operation, you can hear whether
thechannelisbusy.When initially setting the volume, pressing this buttonwill allowbackground
noise to be heard.
14. Charge jack:
Connectthe charger tothisjack.ALAN 507 operatesat 4,5 voltsmaximum.DONOTCONNECT
TO ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS OR ANY SOURCES HIGHER OR LOWER THAN 9 / 10VOLTS:
sever damage will result.
15.“PTT/VOX”switch:
The VOX function permits a hands-free use of the radio.
ALAN 507 transmission can start when speaking close to the unit.
The mic. sensitivity can be selected in 2 positions:
“H” (high sensitivity) or “L” (low sensitivity).
16. Battery pack:
To open the battery compartment, press the grooved latch area and slide the cover toward the
bottom of the radio.It accepts 3 optional “AA”size alkaline batteries or 3 “AA” Ni-Cd batteries.
17. Hole for wrist belt
18. Belt clip
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
1. “OFF/VOLUME”control:
In ‘’OFF’’ position your transceiver is off.Turn this knob clockwise to switch on the unit and
adjust the volume to a comfortable sound level.
2. “Speaker Microphone Connector”:
Connect an optional speaker/microphone or an earphone to this jack.
3. Antenna:
The antenna screws into the top of the radio.
4. LED“TX/BATT”:
Lights when the unit is transmitting and when the batteries are low. In that case, replace the
alkaline or recharge the AA Ni-Cd batteries as soon as possible after this indicator comes on.
5. Speaker and Microphone:
This is the speaker and mic location in the radio. During transmission, keep your mouth 4/10
cm far from the unit and speak with a normal voice level.
6. CHANNEL SELECTORS UP / DOWN
To skip to the next / previous channel.The selected channel will appear on the display.
7. LED Display:
It shows the channel in use.
8.“CALL” button:
Press this button to cause the radio to transmit an alerting tone to others on your channel.
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PTT
MON
VOX
PTT
H
L
CHG
123
4
5
7
8
9
6
10
11
12
13
14
15
18
17
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9. DualWatch:
this function allows the synthonization on two different channels at the same time.Thanks to
this function, you can monitor a second channel. When a signal on the second channel is
received, the conversation on the first channel is automatically interrupted and the receiver
switches on the second channel.The monitoring starts again 4 seconds after the signal end.
To activate this function, operate as follows:
- Select the desired channel through the channel selectors
- Press the “DW” button
- Select the second channel
- Press the button “DW” again
- To cancel the function press again either the “DW” button or the PTT button.
10.“SCAN”button:
with this control, you can automatically seek for a busy channel.
Operate as follows:
• Select one channel;
• Press the ‘’SCAN’’ button: the transceiver will scan automatically all the channels until a
carrier is being received.
• When it finds the carrier it stops and starts again some seconds after the ending of the
communication on the channel.
SCAN function can be deactivated by pushing PTT control or any other button.
11. Microphone.
12.“PTT” button:
By pressing “PTT”, the transmitter is activated; by releasing, you activate the receiver.
13.“MON”(Monitor) control:
By pressing “MON” control, the squelch is opened: with this operation, you can hear whether
thechannelisbusy.When initially setting the volume,pressingthisbuttonwill allowbackground
noise to be heard.
14. Charge jack:
Connectthe charger tothisjack.ALAN 507 operatesat4,5 voltsmaximum.DONOT CONNECT
TO ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS OR ANY SOURCES HIGHER OR LOWERTHAN 9 / 10VOLTS:
sever damage will result.
15.“PTT/VOX”switch:
The VOX function permits a hands-free use of the radio.
ALAN 507 transmission can start when speaking close to the unit.
The mic. sensitivity can be selected in 2 positions:
“H” (high sensitivity) or “L” (low sensitivity).
16. Battery pack:
To open the battery compartment, press the grooved latch area and slide the cover toward the
bottom of the radio.It accepts 3 optional “AA”size alkaline batteries or 3 “AA” Ni-Cd batteries.
17. Hole for wrist belt
18. Belt clip
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Insert 3 AA type alkaline or optional Ni-Cd batteries into the battery compartment, noting
polarity.
Note:Alkaline batteries are not rechargeable.Whenusing them,donotconnectto external
power or charger.Ni-Cd batteries must be charged before use.
2. On the top of the radio locate the power/volume control.Slightly rotate this knob clockwise
until the radio clicks on and adjust the volume control to the desired listening level.You are
now ready to receive and to transmit calls.
During transmission, “TX/BATT” LED lights.
3. To transmit press and hold the PTT (press to talk) button located on the side of the radio.
Hold the radio 4/10 cm from your lips and talk in a normal voice.
Release the PTT button and the unit is now ready to receive.
CARE OF OPTION RECHARGEABLE NI-CD BATTERIES
The following is meant as general information regarding Ni-Cd batteries.
• Allow the batteries to fully discharge before recharging. Full discharge will be indicated by
the “TX/ BATT” indicator coming on during receive operation.
• Always allow the battery to fully charge before using.
• The above will prevent the batteries from developing “memory” which effectively reduces
their capacity.
• It is better to store Ni-Cd batteries that are discharged rather than charged.
• Never use batteries which differ from the ones recommended.Do not mix old and new
batteries or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
Channels ..............................................................................................................................69
Channels spacing ........................................................................................................25 KHz
Operating frequency ........................................................................... 433.075- 434.775 MHz
Battery life .................................................................................................... 45 hours approx
Batteries ...................................................................... 3 AA type 1.5V alkaline / 1.2V Ni-CD
Operating temperature ...................................................................................... -10 ° C - +55 ° C
Frequency control ........................................................................................ PLL synthesizer
Frequency stability .................................................................................................+/-2.5 PPM
Weight ........................................................................................................................... 100 gr
Dimensions ................................................................................................ 50 x 100 x 30 mm
RECEIVER
Sensitivity 12dB SINAD ..........................................................................better than 0,35 µ V
Squelch treshold .............................................................................................................. auto
Audio output ....................................................................................................0.3Watts (max)
Frequency response .....................................................................................300Hz - 3000 Hz
Intermediate frequency ...............................................................................1’ST IF : 21.4MHz
................................................................................................................. 2’ND IF : 0.455MHz
TRANSMITTER
Frequency coverage............................................................................ 433.075- 434.775 MHz
Output power................................................................................................................. 10mW
Type of modulation ..............................................................................................................FM
Modulation capability .................................................................................. +/- 4.5 KHz (max)
Spurious emission.......................................................................................less than 250 nW
Frequency tolerance ......................................................................+/- 2.5PPM (-10 ° C-+55 ° C)
Current drain ....................................................................................................below 100mA
Stereo Jack for external speaker.........................................................................................3,5
Modifications are subject to change without notice.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Insert 3 AA type alkaline or optional Ni-Cd batteries into the battery compartment, noting
polarity.
Note:Alkaline batteries are not rechargeable.Whenusingthem,donot connectto external
power or charger.Ni-Cd batteries must be charged before use.
2. On the top of the radio locate the power/volume control.Slightly rotate this knob clockwise
until the radio clicks on and adjust the volume control to the desired listening level.You are
now ready to receive and to transmit calls.
During transmission, “TX/BATT” LED lights.
3. To transmit press and hold the PTT (press to talk) button located on the side of the radio.
Hold the radio 4/10 cm from your lips and talk in a normal voice.
Release the PTT button and the unit is now ready to receive.
CARE OF OPTION RECHARGEABLE NI-CD BATTERIES
The following is meant as general information regarding Ni-Cd batteries.
• Allow the batteries to fully discharge before recharging. Full discharge will be indicated by
the “TX/ BATT” indicator coming on during receive operation.
• Always allow the battery to fully charge before using.
• The above will prevent the batteries from developing “memory” which effectively reduces
their capacity.
• It is better to store Ni-Cd batteries that are discharged rather than charged.
• Never use batteries which differ from the ones recommended.Do not mix old and new
batteries or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
Channels ..............................................................................................................................69
Channels spacing ........................................................................................................25 KHz
Operating frequency ........................................................................... 433.075- 434.775 MHz
Battery life .................................................................................................... 45 hours approx
Batteries ...................................................................... 3 AA type 1.5V alkaline / 1.2V Ni-CD
Operating temperature ...................................................................................... -10 ° C - +55 ° C
Frequency control ........................................................................................ PLL synthesizer
Frequency stability .................................................................................................+/-2.5 PPM
Weight ........................................................................................................................... 100 gr
Dimensions ................................................................................................ 50 x 100 x 30 mm
RECEIVER
Sensitivity 12dB SINAD ..........................................................................better than 0,35 µ V
Squelch treshold .............................................................................................................. auto
Audio output ....................................................................................................0.3Watts (max)
Frequency response .....................................................................................300Hz - 3000 Hz
Intermediate frequency ...............................................................................1’ST IF : 21.4MHz
................................................................................................................. 2’ND IF : 0.455MHz
TRANSMITTER
Frequency coverage............................................................................ 433.075- 434.775 MHz
Output power................................................................................................................. 10mW
Type of modulation ..............................................................................................................FM
Modulation capability .................................................................................. +/- 4.5 KHz (max)
Spurious emission.......................................................................................less than 250 nW
Frequency tolerance ......................................................................+/- 2.5PPM (-10 ° C-+55 ° C)
Current drain ....................................................................................................below 100mA
Stereo Jack for external speaker.........................................................................................3,5
Modifications are subject to change without notice.
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