RefTalk RefTalk User manual

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Wireless communication
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Before the Game
Prior to the game, the only requirement is that the radio systems be
adequately charged. The radio is placed in the charger module and
willbe fully charged within approximately 2.5 hours. Be sure to
recharge if the radio indicates one bar or less.
Your RefTalk Radio Communication
System comes complete with the
followingitems:
RefTalk Radio
Charger Module with Power Supply
Cable Harness including Microphone,
Push-to-Talk Button, and Earpiece
Connector
Clear Coil Earpiece Extender
Three Earpieces:
-- Two Separate Right and Left
ComfortFit™ Earpieces*
-- Universal Earpiece
Elastic Arm Sleeve* to hold RefTalk Radio
Radio Belt Clip (normally not used)
*Thesecomponents are available in three different sizes to fit individual preference. If you wish to
change the size, please contact Olson Enterprises at 925-895-3649.
Your RefTalk Radio Communication System is pre-set to secure, encrypted
frequencies that minimize static and interference and provide confidential
communication. There are two pre-set channels and it is simple to switch between
channels. If interference is encountered or if additionalsecurity is desired, see the
instructions on changing frequency on page 5.
Note: All radio systems must be programmed to the same channel to
communicate. There is normally no reason to change channels unless
interference is detected.
The first few times you use the radio, it is a good idea to practice using the different
earpieces that are supplied to select an earpiece that is comfortable and secure.
The picture on page 4 shows the right earpiece assembly and appearance when in
the ear. Earpieces are detachable and should be washed after use using a mild
soap and water, then rinsed and dried thoroughly.
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While at the Field
During the field inspection process, test for any local interference by turning
on one radio tuned to the channel you intend to use, and simply monitor that
channel for a few minutes while conducting the field inspection. If inter-
ference is heard, change to the alternate channel (see instructions below).
Key Lock
The MENU, , and keys are normally locked to prevent accidentally
changing the operating mode and channel settings. In order to change
channels (or any other RefTalk settings), these keys must be unlocked.
When the radio is turned on, press and hold the MENU key for three seconds
to lock or unlock the keys.
The icon appears on the far right side of the display when the keys
are locked. No icon appears when they are unlocked.
Channel Selection
Once the MENU, , and keys are unlocked, simply press the or key
to toggle between channel one or two. Make the same changes to the other
RefTalk radios. Lock the MENU, , and keys as instructed above.
If interference is encountered on both channels, change the frequency and/or
Quiet Talk setting (p. 5) and clone the new setting to the other radios (p.6)
Preparing the Wiring Harness
There are four leads on the wiring harness. One has a two-prong connector
that plugs into the radio; the second is the microphone which clips or is
pinned to the uniform shirt; the third is the Push-to-Talk button; and the
fourth has a round connector which clips to the clear coil earpiece extension.
The wiring harness is prepared for use by the
following three steps:
1. Connect the clear coil earpiece extension to
the lead from the wiring harness by
squeezing the two disks together (see figure
at left).

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2. Install your selected earpiece to the pin at
the end of the clear coil earpiece extension
(see figure at right).
3. Plug the two-prong connector into the right
side of the radio (it will only fit in one way --
see figure at left).
Wearing the RefTalk System
The RefTalk System is designed to be simple to wear and inconspicuous in
use. To ensure quick and easy installation, it is best to practice with the
system prior to the game day.
To wear the system, use the following steps:
1. Dress in your uniform with the exception of your uniform shirt. The
system is most comfortable to wear if you use an undershirt beneath your
uniform shirt—if so, put the undershirt on first.
2. Slide your arm (either left or right) into the elastic sleeve, with the open
end of the elastic sleeve pocket facing up. Pull the elastic sleeve up to
shoulder level (a second referee might assist with this).
3. Slip the radio into the sleeve pocket (the top portion of the sleeve can be
folded over the radio antenna to hold it securely in place).
4. Route the wiring assembly under the armpit or over the back.
5. Attach the microphone to the undershirt near the open “V”
of the shirt collar. The microphone is highly sensitive and
can be placed underneath the shirt (so it is invisible in use).
6. Attach the earpiece near the microphone or behind your
head on the undershirt collar. Place the clear coil earpiece
extension behind and over the ear, with the earpiece
installed comfortably in your ear. Adjust the earpiece clip
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7. Clip the Push-to-Talk button to a convenient position on the waistband of
your uniform shorts. For Assistant Referees it is best to clip in front and in
the middle of the uniform shorts.
8. Turn on the radio and adjust the volume, testing with the other radios of
your referee team, until all team members have confirmed operation and
adjusted volume to a desired level.
9. Put on your uniform shirt, inserting the arm wearing the radio sleeve into
the sleeve of the uniform shirt while allowing the wiring harness to remain
inside the shirt. Tuck in your uniform shirt and the entire radio system
should be secure and inconspicuous.
After the Game
After the game, remove the RefTalk Communication System, turn off the radio
and detach the earpiece from the clear coil earpiece extension and place in a
protective plastic bag. Before next use, wash the earpiece in a mild soap and
water, and rinse and dry thoroughly.
Changing the Radio Frequency
If you need to reprogram RefTalk to an entirely different frequency, follow
these steps to select the new frequency, then follow the directions on page 6
under “Cloning” to copy the new settings to the other RefTalk radios.
1. Make sure the radio keys are unlocked (see page 3).
2. Starting with the RefTalk power OFF, press and hold the MENU key (for
approx. 1 second) while turning the RefTalk ON.
3. Press the and keys to select either channel 1 or 2 to be changed.
4. Press the MENU key once and then press and to select any frequency
listed from 01 through 16.
5. Press the MENU key again to confirm the selection.
6. Press the MON or CAL key to exit Setting Mode.
Changing the Quiet Talk Setting
Quiet Talk (QT) is a feature that rejects signals from other parties that are using the
same frequency. You will hear audio only when the radio receives a signal that
contains a matching code. There are 122 different codes, numbered Qt-01 to Qt-39
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To change the QT code, first make sure that keys are unlocked (p.3), then:
1. Press the MENU key once. The current QT code will display.
2. Select a different code using the and arrow keys.
3. Press either the MON or CAL key to confirm the setting and return.
Cloning Multiple RefTalk Radios
RefTalk supports a simple and easy means for ensuring that all radios in a set
are programmed to the same settings. This is called “cloning”, and is
accomplished by first setting one radio to the desired new setting (see
“Changing Frequency” and “Changing Quiet Talk Setting” on page 5) and then
copying (cloning) that setting to all other RefTalk radios in use.
1. First select one RefTalk radio (e.g., the Referee) and make that RefTalk
the “Master”. The Master RefTalk will be set up first, and then will
download that configuration to the other RefTalk radios in use.
2. To clone, all RefTalk radios must be turned on in Programming Mode.
Up to 5 RefTalk radios can be cloned from one Master.
3. Starting with all RefTalk radios turned OFF (including the Master), turn on
each radio one-by-one while simultaneously depressing and holding the
Push-to-Talk button and the MON key when you turn on the power
switch. Keep the two keys depressed until the LCD display switches from
CLon to FQ-1.
4. Repeat for each RefTalk radio, including the Master RefTalk radio.
5. With all RefTalk radio displays reading Fq- 1, on the MASTER RefTalk
radio, press ONCE and RELEASE the Push-to-Talk button (if the
wiring harness is not connected, use the large black button on the left side
of the radio).
6. The Master RefTalk LCD Display will begin changing, one letter at a time
to C L o n while the other RefTalk radios will change, one letter at a
time, to P r o g.
7. If the cloning is successful the slaves will turn off once P r o g is
achieved and then restart, matching the Master RefTalk LCD Display.
8. If any of the RefTalk radios display e r r, repeat items 3 thru 7 for the
failed RefTalk radio(s) until cloning is complete for all radios.
9. Lock the new settings by pressing the MENU key for three seconds until
the symbol appears. Test to ensure interoperability of all radios.

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Power/Volume
Switch
Speaker/Microphone
Jacks for Harness
Assembly
MON button to
monitor channel
for interference
and 
buttons to change
the operating
frequency
Menu
Key
Channel Indicator
Radio Controls
Key
Lock
Battery Indicator
Push-
to-Talk
Key

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