Ritron OutPost XT Series User manual
(PRELIMINARY)
Vandal-Resistant
Wireless Callbox
Owners Manual
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NOTICE:
The Outpost XT is not intended for communicating
information to protect life or property, and must not be
used for these purposes.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or personal
injury, follow these basic safety instructions when using
this unit:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION PAGE
WHAT THIS MANUAL COVERS .................................... ii
ACCESSORIES ............................................................. ii
DIMENSIONS ................................................................ ii
WARNINGS ................................................................... ii
ABOUT THE OUTPOST XT WIRELESS CALLBOX ...... 1
General Information ............................................ 1
Operating the OutPost XT ................................... 2
Intercom (Always-on Feature ............................ 2
Models and Frequencies .................................... 2
OUTPOST XT COMPONENTS ...................................... 3
IDENTIFICATION OF
CONTROLS & CONNECTORS ................................... 4
INSTALLING BATTERIES
INTO THE OUTPOST ................................................. 5
BATTERY LIFE ............................................................... 5
PTT PROGRAMMING THE OUTPOST XT
(R X-150/450/446 ONLY) ................................... 6
To Place the OUTPOST XT
into Programming Mode ................................. 6
To Program a Frequency and QC Tone .............. 6
PC PROGRAMMING THE OUTPOST XT
(R X-150/450/454) ............................................. 7
REPROGRAMMING THE AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
TIME ..................................................................... 8
MOUNTING THE OUTPOST XT ..................................... 8
To Mount the OutPost XT ..................................... 8
Coverage ............................................................. 8
EXPO12 EXTERNAL POWER 12 VDC INPUT/
BATTERY BACKUP KIT (OPTIONAL) ......................... 9
Back-Up Battery Installation ............................... 9
SEALING THE INTERNAL ANTENNA ........................... 10
External Power/Antenna Use ............................. 10
FCC RE UIREMENTS .................................................. 11
LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................... 11
COMPATIBLE PRODUCTS AND SYSTEMS ................. 12
ACCESSORIES
These replacement and optional items are available from
Ritron and its authorized dealers.
Item Description
AFB-1545 Standard 16 in. Flexible Whip Antenna
EXPO-12 External Power 12VDC Input/
Battery Back-Up Kit
RAM-1545 Magnetic-Mount Antenna w/ 20 ft. of Cable
and a BNC Connector
?? Optional Tamper-Resistant Enclosure
This manual (Ritron Item: RQX-150/450/446/454-XT), covers
rogramming, o eration and installation of the OUTPOST XT
2Way Callbox.
WHAT THIS MANUAL COVERS
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
RECHARGEABLE
+++
+++
RAM-1545
ANTENNA
EXPO-12
EXTERNAL
POWER/ BATTERY
BACK-UP KIT
FIGURES
DESCRIPTION PAGE
A: OUTPOST XT COMPONENTS ................................. 3
1: TOP HALF OF INTERNALHOUSING
CONTROLS & CONNECTORS ............................. 4
2: BOTTOM HALF OF INTERNAL HOUSING,
SHOWING CELL POLARITY ................................ 5
3: REAR IEW OF THE OUTPOST XT HOUSING ......... 8
4: INTERNAL IEW OF EXPO-12 ................................. 9
5: SEALING THE INTERNAL ANTENNA ....................... 10
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
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The OUTPOST XT exterior dimensions are:
11.0" H x 9.25" W x 6.0" .
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The OUTPOST XT weight is: 6.5 lbs w/o batteries.
TABLES
DESCRIPTION PAGE
1: FREQUENCY CODES ................................................ 5
2: QUIET CALL TONE CODES ...................................... 6
1. Read and follow all instructions.
2. Use only alkaline -cell batteries.
3. uring thunderstorms, avoid contact with this unit and
any external antenna system or wiring.
Power Requirements
(6) D Cell Alkaline Batteries (not included), or optional EXPO-1
External Power 1 VDC Input/Battery Backup Kit. Refer to page 3
of the OUTPOST XT Owners Manual for battery information and
page 7 of the OUTPOST XT Owners Manual for information on
the EXPO-1 .
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ABOUT THE OUTPOST XT TAMPER-RESISTANT WIRELESS CALLBOX
GENERAL INFORMATION:
The OutPost XT is a ruggedized version of the
popular OutPost Callbox. The XT model consists
of four basic components:
·External, rugged, fiberglass XT enclosure
ith pre-drilled mounting holes, inserts and
mounting ears.
·Vandal-resistant stainless steel faceplate
ith stainless steel vandal-resistant PTT
(push-to-talk) button.
·Internal, eather-resistant, sealed, and
gasketed RF electronics enclosure ith
attached acoustic tube.
·Internal flexible antenna ith BNC connector.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Refer to FIG.-A, page 3.
1. The external XT fiberglass enclosure itself
is not designed to provide a complete
weather-resistant seal, therefore, weep
holes in the XT enclosure will allow moisture
and/or condensation to escape.
2. The external fiberglass XT enclosure has
pre-drilled mounting holes with inserts on
the rear of the enclosure.
See page of manual for details.
3. The internal RF electronics enclosure is
mounted inside the XT enclosure and is
designed to provide a weather-resistant seal.
The internal RF electronics package has a
top and bottom half. The enclosure is
gasketed and held together with four captive
screws in the top half (Do Not remove the
screws from top half). The RF electronics are
contained in the top half and the battery or
optional external power kit are contained in
the bottom half.
DO NOT drill or penetrate the
external XT enclosure for mounting
purposes. Use only the pre-drilled holes
for mounting the fiberglass XT Callbox.
DO NOT drill or penetrate the internal
RF electronics enclosure with any
additional holes.
Take care when re-assembling this
enclosure to carefully seat the top half with
the recessed area and gasket into the
bottom half.
Make sure the black strain relief nut is properly
tightened around the PTT cable assembly to
insure weather resistant seal.
DO NOT pin h gasket, overtighten,
ross- thread, strip, or remove aptive
s rews. Failure to heed this warning will
prevent proper sealing of the enclosure
and will result in voiding Manufa turers
Warranty.
4. Antenna - The OutPost XT Callbox comes
standard with an internally mounted flex
antenna (AFB-1545). This antenna will
provide approximately ½ mile line-of-sight
range or more depending on terrain.
Optional (external) antennas can be used.
However, the owner/dealer is responsible
for making modifications (holes) to the XT
enclosure to allow for external cabling of
the antenna. Refer to page 10.
Regardless of the antenna to be used, it is
always best to seal the antenna connection
using seal tape. Refer to page 10.
WARNING!
If the OutPost XT is to be used
outdoors it is imperative that the
antenna onne tion be sealed to
prevent voiding Manufa turers
Warranty.
Take care to range test the OUTPOST XT
before installing and thoroughly engineer the
system BEFORE drilling or penetrating the
XT enclosure. Please refer to page 10 for
recommended practices and detailed
information.
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OUTPOST XT MODELS and FREQUENCIES
Model Band Frequency Range Signalling For ats
RQX-150-XT* VHF-FM 150155 MHz Std., 155160 MHz Opt. CTCSS
RQX-450-XT* UHF-FM 460470 MHz Std., 450460 MHz Opt. CTCSS
RQX-446-XT*** UHF-FM 460470 MHz, Wide or N rrow B nd TX,
460 MHz Opt CTCSS/ DCS (1stQ 2002)
RQX-454-XT** UHF-FM 450470 MHz N rrow B nd CTCSS/ DCS/LTR, P ssport
RQX-454-N-XT** UHF-FM 450-470 MHz N rrow B nd RX/TX CTCSS/DCS/LTR, P ssport
Refer to page 6 for instructions on matching the OUTPOST XT operating frequency to that of an
existing radio system.
*
The RQX150/ 450 Models are PTT-programmable to specific tones and channel fre uencies. They are also PC programmable to any
fre uency channel within the radio's band, using the RPTPCPK3.0 R20, or higher, PC Software.
**
The RQX454 models is PC-programmable ONLY and re uires the RPTPCPK8.1R5, or higher, PC Software.
***The RQX-446 model is PTT-programmable and/or PC-programmable. Software is not available at time of printing.
Call Ritron for details.
ABOUT THE OUTPOST XT TAMPER-RESISTANT WIRELESS CALLBOX
5. Power The standard OutPost XT ill
operate using 6 D size alkaline batteries. The
OUTPOST XT can also be used ith the
optional External Po er 12 VDC Input/Battery
Backup Kit model EXPO-12. If external po er
(EXPO-12) is required the the owner/dealer is
responsible for making modifications (holes)
to the XT enclosure, please refer to page 10
for recommended practices and detailed
information.
Warning!
Take care and thoroughly engineer the
system BEFORE drilling or penetrating the
XT enclosure.
Caution - If both external antenna and
external po er are required in the same
callbox DO NOT co-locate the antenna and
po er cable in the same conduit. Run
separate conduit for each cable.
NOTE: The OUTPOST XT will not receive a call until
a call has been initiated by the OUTPOST XT.
THE OUTPOST XT AUTOMATICALLY
SHUTS OFF WHENEVER THERE IS INAC-
TIVITY FOR TEN (10) SECONDS.
To Initiate a Call:
Press and hold the O /PTT Button on the unit, listen for
the beep, and begin speaking into the MIC. For best
communication, speak as closely as possible into the
microphone. The OUTPOST XT is designed so you will
be heard clearly when you speak, while pressing the
O /PTT Button, at a distance of up to 3 feet from the
microphone.
To Receive a Response:
1. When you have finished speaking, release the
O / PTT Button.
2. Any reply to you will be heard through the
OUTPOST XT speaker. If a reply is not received
within 10 seconds of releasing the O /PTT Button,
the unit sounds a low double tone and shuts off
automatically.
To call again, press and hold the O /PTT Button
and begin speaking after the beep.
OPERATING THE OUTPOST XT
INTERCOM (Always-On) FEATURE FOR THE RQX- 5 / 5 -N-XT
The RQX-454/454- -XT can be programmed to oper-
ate as a two-way intercom. When this feature is acti-
vated the automatic shut-off is disabled and the callbox
will remain on in standby mode allowing it to receive a
call from another radio at any time. Since the radio is
under constant current drain always on in the standby
mode, it would make the use of batteries impractical.
When using this feature, it is recommended that the
optional EXPO-12 external power kit be used.
To Enable the Intercom Feature: The Intercom Mode
can only be enabled using the PC Programmer
(PC Programming Software RPT-PCPK-8.0R12).
1. Refer to the PC PROGRAMMING THE OUTPOST
XT section to program the RQX-454/454- -XT.
2. Once the radios information has been Read,
select EDIT, select TUNE RADIO, select MISC,
select Pow r Sav r, select TUNE, set Power
Saver Off Time to 0 (zero), select SAVE, select
EXIT, and then remove power from the radio and
disconnect the programming cable. The RQX-454/
454- -XT is now set for Intercom Mode.
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If the OUTPOST XT is to be used outdoors it is imperative that the
antenna and connector be sealed with seal tape. Use Grainger
#2A-459 Radio Shack #278-1647 or equivalent. Refer to instructions
on the seal tape package. Refer to page 10
.
FIG.-A EXPLODED IEW OF THE
OUTPOST XT COMPONENTS
STAINLESS STEEL
FACE PLATE
TAMPER-RESISTANT
FASTENERS (4)
CAPTIVE SCREWS (4)
SEALED RF ENCLOSURE
INTERNAL MOUNTING
PLATE & HARDWARE
XT ENCLOSURE
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Refer to FIG1.
1. ANTENNA CONNECTOR
The antenna radiates radio signals. Before using
the OUTPOST XT, make sure the antenna is
securely fastened into the connector.
If th OUTPOST XT is to b us d outdoors, s
pag 10 for instructions on prop rly s aling th
ant nna conn ctor.
2. PROGRAM BUTTON (RQX-XT-150/450)
This button is used to enter frequency and Quiet
Call code information.
3. OFF BUTTON (RQX-150/450)
This button is used to turn the OUTPOST XT OFF
when programming is complete.
4. PROGRAM SAVE BUTTON (RQX-150/450)
This button is used to save the programmed
information.
5. PROGRAM ENABLE BUTTON (RQX-150/450)
Pressing this button when the unit is O puts the
OUTPOST XT into Programming Mode.
NOTE: Model RQX-XT-454 must be programmed
by a RITRO Dealer.
IDENTIFICATION OF INTERNAL CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
6. SPEAKER
After a message has been sent from the
OUTPOST XT, any reply from another radio may
be heard through the speaker.
7. MICROPHONE ("MIC")
For best communication, speak as closely as
possible into the microphone. The OUTPOST XT
is designed so you will be heard clearly when you
speak, while pressing the O /PTT Button, at a
distance of up to 3 feet from the microphone.
8. IN-LINE BATTERY CONNECTOR
The in-line battery connector connects the radio to
the Battery.
9. PRE-DRILLED MOUNTING HOLES
Mounting holes accommodate #6 panhead screws
to securely mount the unit to a variety of surfaces.
Refer to page 5, FIG-2.
10. BATTERY HOLDER
The rugged battery holder securely holds six
(6) D-cell batteries in place. Refer to page 5,
FIG-2.
5. ENABLE BUTTON
2. PROGRAM BUTTON
1. ANTENNA CONNECTOR
4. SAVE BUTTON
(SEE PAGE 5 FOR ITEMS 9 AND 10)
FIG1: TOP HALF OF INTERNAL HOUSING CONTROLS & CONNECTORS
6. SPEAKER
LIQUID TIGHT
STRAIN RELIEF
8. IN-LINE BATTERY CONNECTOR
3. OFF BUTTON
(Inside View of Top Half)(Front View of Top Half)
ACUSTIC TUBE
7. MICROPHONE
CAPTIVE SCREWS (4)
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INSTALLING BATTERIES INTO THE OUTPOST XT
FIG2: BOTTOM HALF OF INTERNAL HOUSING, SHOWING CELL POLARITY
Use non-rechargeable Alkaline D-cell batteries for maximum battery life.
The OUTPOST XT should operate for one (1) year on a set of Alkaline batter-
ies, depending upon usage.
Cooler temperatures degrade battery life. Exposure to 10° C (50° F) will reduce
battery life to 90% of normal. Exposure to 20° C (4° F) will reduce battery
life to 35% of normal.
contacts the negative () pole of the last battery, as
shown in FIG2.
6. Reconnect the in-line connector between the Front
and the Back halves of the Housing.
7. After re-assembling the OUTPOST Callbox inside
the OUTPOST XT enclosure, place the steel front
plate on the enclosure.
To pr v nt voiding Manufactur rs Warranty,
DO NOT pinch gask t, ov r tight n, cross-
thr ad, strip, or r mov captiv scr ws.
DO NOT drill or p n trat th int rnal RF
l ctronics nclosur s with any additional
hol s.
8. Secure the steel front plate with the (4) Tamper-
Proof Torx screws with the T-25 Tamper-Proof
Torx Driver. Take care when re-assembling this
enclosure to carefully seat the top half with the
recessed area and gasket into the bottom half.
BATTERY LIFE
. PRE-DRILLED
MOUNTING HOLES
(4 CORNERS)
IN-LINE CONNECTOR
R f r to FIG.-1 and FIG2.
1. Using the T-25 Tamper-Proof Torx driver, remove
the (4) Tamper-Proof Torx screws from the steel
front plate.
2. Lift the steel front plate from the OUTPOST XT
enclosure to expose the OUTPOST Callbox
mounted inside.
3. Use a medium Philips screw driver to complete
the battery installation loosening the four (4)
plastic screws at the corners of the front half of
the housing. These screws are captive to the
Housing; to prevent damaging them, DO OT
remove them.
4. Disconnect the in-line connector between the Front
and the Back halves of the Housing.
5. ote the positive and negative polarities ("+" and "")
of each cell. Press six Alkaline D-cells into proper
position.
NOTE:
When all batteries are in place,
confirm that the RED wire contacts the positive (+)
pole of the first battery, and the BLACK wire
BLACK WIRE ()
10. BATTERY HOLDER
RED WIRE (+)
! ! WARNING ! !
DO NOT USE NICKEL METAL
HYDRIDE BATTERIES IN THE
OUTPOST.
(INSIDE VIEW)
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NOTES: Refer to Table 1 (Frequency Codes) and Table 2
(QC Tone Codes) when programming the OUTPOST.
For PROGRAMMING BUTTON locations refer to the Internal
View of the Front of the Housing in FIG1, page 4.
Before you begin the programming pro ess refer to page
3 for disassembly of the XT en losure.
To pla e the OUTPOST into Programming Mode:
1. Loosen the (4) plastic screws in the corners of the unit. These
screws are captive to the Housing; to prevent damaging them
DO NOT remove the captive screws from the housing.
2. Make sure the unit has batteries installed.
NOTE: The voltage of the batteries must be greater than
6 VDC to program properly.
3. Press and release the ON/PTT Button on the front of the unit.
4. Press and release the PROGRAM ENABLE BUTTON. An audible beep
will sound to confirm the unit is in programming mode.
To read out (beep out) Radio Channel ontent:
5. Press and release the Program Save Button. The radio will begin
to sound a series of beeps; each series of beeps is equal to one
digit of each 2-digit frequency code or Quiet Call Code (see chart
below) that is programmed into the radio. See Tables 1 and 2 on
this page.
6. After the beeps are completed a triple tone will sound.
To Program Frequen y and QC Tone Codes:
7. Choose a frequency code (Table 1) and if desired a QC tone
code (Table 2). If you are not using a QC tone program 44
(No Tone) for the QC code.
8. Enter the codes in the sequence shown below by clicking the
PROGRAM BUTTON the number of times equal to each digit of the
codes.
EXAMPLE:
Frequency Code 02, Tone Code 44
Click the PROGRAM BUTTON ten times to program 0
pause; the unit sounds a beep.
Click the PROGRAM BUTTON two times to program 2
pause; the unit sounds a beep.
Click the PROGRAM BUTTON four times to program 4
pause; the unit sounds a beep.
Click the PROGRAM BUTTON four times to program 4
pause; the unit sounds a beep.
9. When all four digits are programmed press and release the
PROGRAM SAVE Button. The unit sounds a triple tone.
NOTE: An error tone sounds if you try to save an incorrect
digit. To correct the programming press and release the
PROGRAM OFF BUTTON. When the unit sounds a low tone
you may start over at Step #3.
10. Press and release the PROGRAM OFF BUTTON; the unit sounds a low
tone. The OUTPOST is now ready for use.
NOTES: Ten (10) clicks = 0 (zero).
TABLE 1: FREQUENC CODES
(VHF Business Band)
01 154.600 ..... Green Dot
02 154.570 ..... Blue Dot
03 151.625 ..... Red Dot
04 151.955 ..... Purple Dot
05 151.925
06 154.540
07 154.515
08 154.655
09 151.685
10 151.715
11 151.775
12 151.805
13 151.835
14 151.895
15 154.490
16 151.655
17 151.745
18 151.865
VHF Business Band
Model RQX-150
MHz Frequency Color
UHF Business Band
Model RQX-450
MHz Frequency Color
QUICK
TALK
FREQ. CODE
01 467.7625 ..... J
02 467.8125 ..... K
03 464.5500 ..... Yellow Dot
04 464.5000 ..... Brown Dot
05 467.8500 ...... S lver Star
06 467.8750 ...... Gold Star
07 467.9000 ...... Red Star
08 467.9250 ...... Blue Star
09 469.2625
10 462.5750 ...... Wh te Dot
11 462.6250 ...... Black Dot
12 462.6750 ...... Orange Dot
13 464.3250
14 464.8250
15 469.5000
16 469.5500
17 463.2625
18 464.9125
19 464.6000
20 464.7000
(UHF Business Band)
FREQUENCY CODE "02" TONE CODE "44"
1st
(pause)
2nd
(pause)
1st
(pause)
2nd
(pause)
digit digit digit digit
0
(pause)
2
(pause)
4
(pause)
4
(pause)
HOW TO PTT PROGRAM THE OUTPOST XT
(MODELS RQX-150/ 50/ 6 ONLY)
Program 44 to enter No Tone for Quiet Call. You
must enter 44 to match radios without tone codes.
If you make a programming click error press and
release the PROGRAM OFF BUTTON to turn the unit
OFF and start over.
If the unit does not sound the confirming triple tone
when you attempt to save your programming the
unit was factory- or dealer-customized to disable
programming. Consult the radio owner or your
Dealer.
Refer to Frequency and Tone Code tables at right
and on the following page.
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HOW TO PC PROGRAM
THE OUTPOST XT
(RQX-150/ 50/ 6/ 5 -XT)
D al rs and Authoriz d S rvic / Maint nanc
P rsonn l Only
If your frequency is not found in Table 1, page 4, the
frequency and tone must be programmed with a PC
using specialized RITRO Programming Software.
NOTE: Only RITRO dealers have access to
programming software. Contact RITRO at
800-USA-1-USA for the location of your
nearest Authorized RITRO Dealer.
Models RQX-150-XT & RQX-450-XT require
RPTPCPK3.0 R19 PC for PC programming.
Models RQX-454/454N-XT require
RPT-PCPK8.0R12 for PC programming.
Model RQX-446-XT requires PC software not
available at time of printinng. Please contact
RITRON for further details
1. Follow instructions from page 6, steps 1-3.
2. Loosen the (4) captive screws in the corners of
the RF enclosure. These screws are captive to
the housing; to prevent damaging them, DO OT
QUICK
TALK
QC
CODE
67.0
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5
91.5
94.8
97.4
100.0
103.5
107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123.0
127.3
131.8
136.5
141.3
146.2
151.4
156.7
162.2
XZ
XA
WA
XB
SP
YZ
YA
YB
ZZ
ZA
ZB
1Z
1A
1B
2Z
2A
2B
3Z
3A
3B
4Z
4A
4B
5Z
5A
5B
167.9
173.8
179.9
186.2
192.8
203.5
210.7
218.1
225.7
233.6
241.8
250.3
69.4
159.8
165.5
171.3
177.3
No Tone
183.5
189.9
196.6
199.5
206.5
229.1
254.1
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
6Z
6A
6B
7Z
7A
M1
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
QUICK
TALK
QC
CODE
Freq.
( Hz )
Freq.
( Hz )
Other
Radio Brands
Tone
Code
Other
Radio Brands
Tone
Code
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
*44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
* Use Code "44" to program No Tone for systems without a
Coded Squelch Interference Eliminator feature. Refer to
Page 4 Step 5 and NOTES at the bottom of the page.
TABLE 2: QUIET CALL TONE CODES
remove the screws from the housing.
3. Lift the top half of the RF enclosure from the
bottom.
4. Remove the (4) metal seal screws from the front
of the top half of the RF enclosure.
5. Carefully lift the radio assembly away from the
inside of the front of the RF enclosure and plug
the Programming Cable adaptor into the 3.5mm
Jack located on the top of the radio assembly.
6. Execute the Programming Software for the radio
on your computer.
7. Make sure the radio has batteries installed or is
powered by an external 12 VDC source through
the EXPO-12. To turn the unit on, press the O /
PTT button on the front of the unit.
8. Follow the instructions for PC programming the
radio according to the software.
9. After the programming is complete and the
information has been saved to the radio, unplug
the radio from the battery holder or the EXPO-12
and remove the Programming Cable Adaptor.
10. Plug the battery cable or the EXPO-12 Power
Connector back into the radio.
11. Carefully place the radio assembly into the front
case and secure it with the (4) metal seal screws.
12. Secure the top of the RF enclosure to the bottom
of the Callbox with the (4) captive screws.
NOTE: The antenna may be positioned to either
side of the RF enclosure.
13. After re-assembling the RF enclosure, place the
steel front plate on the enclosure.
14. Secure the steel front plate with the (4) Tamper-
Proof Torx screws with the T-25 Tamper-Proof
Torx Driver.
When PC Programming:
the VHF RQX- 50-XT will read out as a model SST-150
the UHF RQX-450-XT will read out as a model SST-450
the UHF RQX-446-XT will read out as a model RQX-446
the UHF RQX-454-N-XT will read out as a model SST-454
WARNING: ONLY FREQUENCY AND TONE IN-
FORMATION should be altered when using the
RITRON Programming Software!!! Changes to
other features could render the unit inoperable.
FACTORY DEFAULT
Unit is set for medium volume.
Battery saver "Auto Shut-off" is set
for 10 seconds.
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The external fiberglass XT enclosure has pre-drilled
mounting holes with inserts on the rear of the enclosure.
To prevent voiding the Manufacturer Warranty. DO NOT
drill or penetrate the external XT enclosure for mounting
purposes. Use only the pre-drilled holes for mounting
the fiberglass XT Callbox.
The OUTPOST XT can be mounted to virtually any
surface by using (4) #10-32 Panhead screws secured
into the 4 corner rear inserts or by using the enclosed
metal mounting ears that are secured using the
included (4) #10-32 Panhead screws. If the metal
mounting ears are used use a maximum size of 5/16
diameter bolts to mount the OUTPOST XT.
The OUTPOST XT is designed to be mounted vertically.
The drain holes are located on the bottom of the enclosure
to allow for moisture to escape that may occur during
outdoor use.
Coverage
Depending on unit location and installation height of a
standard antenna the OUTPOST XT covers the area of a
1-Watt portable radio of the same frequency band. To
increase range use an external antenna that is mounted
higher. Refer to the RAM1545 Magnet Mount Antenna on
page ii.
MOUNTING THE OUTPOST
XT CALLBOX
FIG3: REAR VIEW OF THE OUTPOST XT ENCLOSURE
PRE-DRILLED
HOLES WITH INSERTS
(4 CORNERS)
MOUNTING EARS
(4 CORNERS)
USE ONLY
FOR MOUNTING
REPROGRAMMING THE AUTOMATIC SHUT-0FF TIME
RQX-150/450 Sta dard a d XT Models: Use PC Programming
Software RPT-PCPK-3.0R19.
1. Refer to the Owners Man al for disassembly instr ctions to PC
Program the radio.
2. Exec te the Programming Software and go to the Main Men
page.
3. Pl g the programming cable into the RQX and power the RQX by
pressing the b tton on the front case.
4. Press 1 to read the RQX information.
5. The RQX-150/-XT will read o t as a Model SST-150.
The RQX-450/-XT will read o t as a Model SST-450.
6. Use the down arrow key or enter key to get to the Access
Radio Tech Fields field.
7. Type t ne!.
8. The c rsor sho ld a tomatically go to the Battery Saver Off
time field.
9. The factory defa lt time is 10 seconds. Type in the time(in
seconds from 1 to 256) for yo r desired sh t-off time.
NOTE: DO NOT type 0 for the Battery Saver Off Time unless
your RQX has a label marked 314G0158 on the outside of the
case. Doing so will render the RQX inoperable. Units that do not
have the 314G0158 label do not contain the necessary firmware
for the On all the time option.
10. Press the F10 key.
11. Press 2.
12. Wait for the next prompt, press C.
13. Wait for the radio programmed ok message.
12. Remove the power from the RQX and npl g the RQX from the
comp ter.
RQX-454 Sta dard a d XT Model: Use PC Programming Software
RPT-PCPK-8.0R12.
1. Refer to the Owners Man al for disassembly instr ctions to PC
Program the radio.
2. Exec te the Programming Software and go to the Main Title Page.
3. Click on Pl s-Series, then click on Start.
4. Pl g the programming cable into the RQX and power the RQX by
pressing the b tton on the front case.
5. Click on Radio, then click on Read Radio.
6. The RQX-454 will read o t as a Model RQX-454.
7. Click on Edit, then click on T ne Radio.
8. Click on Misc.
9. Click on Power Saver Off Time, then click on T ne.
10. To calc late the decimal n mber for yo r desired off time, divide
yo r desired time (in seconds) by 32. Ro nd the n mber to two
places pass the decimal point.
Example: 10 seconds(factory defa lt) divided by 32 = .31
NOTE: 1. The maximum amount of shut-off times is 255 seconds.
2. DO NOT type 0 for the Battery Saver Off Time unless
your RQX-454 has firmware version 1.14 or later. Doing
so will render the RQX inoperable. Units that do not have
version 1.14 or later do not contain the necessary
firmware for the On all the time option. To check, click
on Edit, then click on Radio ID.
11. Type in yo r decimal n mber.
12. Click on Save.
13. Click on Exit.
14. Remove the power from the RQX and disconnect the RQX from the
comp ter.
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EXPO-12 EXTERNAL POWER 12VDC INPUT/
BATTERY BACK-UP KIT (OPTIONAL)
3. Place the jumper over the correct two PJ101 pins
for the batteries you are using (rechargeable or
non-rechargeable). See PJ101 location below.
NOTES: When the OUTPOST has rechargeable
batteries installed, place the PJ101 jumper
in position "A".
When the OUTPOST has non-rechargeable
batteries installed, to prevent damaging the
batteries, place the PJ101 jumper in the
position "B", over two pins.
4. Reinstall the metal plate removed in Step 1;
secure it with the four (4) #4 screws.
5. Mak sur th black strain r li f nut is prop rly
tight n d around th PTT cabl ass mbly to
insur w ath r r isistant s al.
JUMPER POSITION "A"
(PJ101 JUMPER SET IN
RECHARGEABLE
POSITION)
FIG-4: INTERNAL IEW OF EXPO12 (CO ER PLATE NOT SHOWN)
POSITIVE POWER CONNECTION (+)
NEGATIVE POWER CONNECTION (-)
POLARIZED IN-LINE BATTERY CONNECTOR
Back-Up Batt ry Installation
1. Remove the four (4) #4 screws securing the metal
plate covering the battery holder.
2. Install the desired batteries, rechargeable or non-
rechargeable (see otes below and at right).
Match polarities of the battery to the Battery
Holder, as shown below.
NOTES: For rechargeable batteries, use O LY
AA-size i-cd ( ickel Cadmium) cells.
For non-rechargeable batteries, use
O LY AA-size Alkaline or Lithium cells.
DO OT USE ickel Metal Hydride cells.
BATTERY
HOLDER
AA-SIZE
CELLS (6)
LIQUID TIGHT
STRAIN RELIEF
WIRES FROM EXTERNAL
POWER SOURCE
The optional EXPO12 will facilitate powering the 2-Way Radio Transceiver in the RQX OUTPOST Callbox from
an external 12 VDC source. Battery back-up capability is a standard feature of the EXPO-12.
A 12 VDC, 1.5 Ampere power supply (not includ d with th EXPO-12) is required. The optional AC to 12 VDC
RPS-EX wall transformer is available from Ritron.
The Battery Back-up feature of the EXPO-12 allows the OUTPOST Callbox to continue operating for a period
of 8 hours talk time if external power is interrupted. Either non-rechargeable 6 AA Alkaline, Lithium, or re
chargeable i-cd batteries can be used.
By moving jumper PJ101 on the EXPO12 Board, rechargeable batteries can be trickle-charged.
Refer to the illustration below, Jumper Position "A.". OTE: DO OT attempt to charge Alkaline batteries.
JUMPER POSITION "B"
( PJ101 JUMPER SET IN
NON-RECHARGEABLE
POSITION)
PRE-DRILLED
MOUNTING HOLES
(4 CORNERS)
DO NOT drill or penetrate the internal
RF electronics enclosure with any
additional holes. Use only pre-drilled
mounting holes.
PJ101
PJ101
Due to space limitations
in the XT model, the
installation of the liquid
tight strain relief must
be reversed.
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1. DO NOT drill or penetrate this enclosure. Use
only the pre-drilled mounting holes located in
each of the four corners of the bottom half of the
enclosure. Take care when re-assembling the
enclosure. Be sure to carefully seat the recessed
area and gasket of the top half with the bottom
half. DO NOT pinch gasket, over tighten, cross-
thread, strip or remove captive screws.
2. Ant nna - The product comes standard with a
flex antenna (Model AFB-1545) with a B C
connector. This antenna will provide approximately
½ mile or more range in line-of-sight conditions with
no-obstacles.
Optional Ant nnas The Ritron model RAM-1545
magnet mount antenna can be used to increase
range. Be advised that the magnet mount antenna
MUST be attached to a magnetic ground plane
(metal) to function properly.
SEALING THE ANTENNA - If th product is to b
us d outdoors it is imp rativ that th ntir
ant nna conn ction b s al d with s al tap to
provid prop r op ration and pr v nt voiding
warranty.
Regardless of the antenna you use, it is always best
to weatherproof the antenna connection using seal
tape.
HOW TO PROPERLY SEAL THE INTERNAL ANTENNA
NOTICE:
Failure to follow these instructions will cause damage to the product, prevent
proper sealing of the enclosure and will void the Manufacturers Warranty.
Applying S al Tap :
1. Attach the antenna to the connector on the
OUTPOST RF enclosure and position at th
lbow into a 90° angl .
2. Begin wrapping seal tape at base of antenna
connector such that the base of the antenna is
sealed against the enclosure top.
3. Overlap the seal tape as you wrap upward around
the connector and antenna. Continue to overlap
seal tape around the connector base, past the
articulating portion of the antenna and several
inches up the thin, shiny section of the antenna.
Seal tape can be purchased at most Industrial &
Contractor Supply Stores, Hardware and Home Center
Stores or Electronic Supply Stores.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EXTERNAL POWER/ANTENNA USE
1. Do not route external 12 VDC power cable and external antenna cable through the same conduit.
2. It is recommended that metal conduit fittings and metal conduit be used to route either external power and/
or external antenna cable to maintain vandal-resistance integrity.
3. It is recommended that a standard B C male connector be used to mate with the B C connector located
on the internal RF electronics enclosure.
4. If installing an external antenna form a drip loop using the antenna cable inside the XT enclosure. Position
the drip loop below and away from the B C connector located on the top of the internal RF electronics
enclosure.
Overlap sealing tape to include
the antenna connection and the
top of the RF enclosure
Overlap sealing tape (1) inch
beyond the rigid section of the
antenna
5 ½ min
BEFORE SEALING
AFTER SEALING
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The Rules and Regulations of the United States Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) require you or your radio service provider to have a
license for your radio system before activating the OUTPOST XT radio
transmitter. f you already are operating a licensed radio system, you
probably can add a OUTPOST XT without any changes to that license.
The station licensee is responsible for ensuring that transmitter power,
frequency and modulation are within the limits specified by the station
license, and also for proper operation and maintenance of the radio
equipment. These responsibilities include checking the transmitter frequency
and modulation periodically, using appropriate methods.
Ritron or your Ritron Dealer can assist you with all these requirements. You
may also contact the FCC directly by any of the following methods:
To obtain copies of FCC forms and instructions use the FCC Fax-On-Demand
system at 202-418-0177. Request Document 000600.
For more information, go to the FCC nternet Website at:
< http/www.fcc.gov >
SAFETY STANDARDS The FCC has adopted a safety standard for hu-
man exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC
regulated equipment. The Quick Talk conforms to the standards effective at
the time of its equipment authorization by the FCC. n general these stan-
dards recommend that you:
F.C.C. LICENSING AND REGULATIONS
DO NOT allow the antenna to come very close to, or to touch exposed
parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
DO NOT transmit near electrical blasting caps or in an explosive
atmosphere.
DO NOT allow children to play with radio transmitters.
BE AWARE of the conditions which cause the unit to transmit.
SERVICE - Federal law prohibits you from making any internal adjustments to
the transmitter, and from changing transmit frequencies unless you are
specifically designated by the licensee.
DO NOT ADJUST OR TAMPER with components or the printed circuit board
in any manner not directed in this manual. Unauthorized adjustments may
render the unit inoperable; repair will be at owner's expense.
f your radio equipment fails to operate properly, or if you wish to have the
radio serviced, contact your authorized dealer, or call Ritron at 317-846-1201
and ask for the Repair Department.
WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: RITRON, INC. ("RITRON")
provides the fo owing warranty against defects in materia s and/or
workmanship in RITRON RQX-150-XT, RQX-450-XT, RQX-446-XT,
AND RQX-454-XT Wire ess Ca box units under norma use and
service during the app icab e warranty period, as stated be ow.
"Accessories" means antennas, wire, cab e and items contained in
the programming and programming/service kits.
WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
Any technical information provided with the covered product or any other products;
Installation, maintenance or service of the product, unless this is covered by a
separate written agreement with RITRON;
Any products not furnished by RITRON which are attached or used with the covered
product, or defects or damage from the use of the covered product with e uipment
that is not covered;
Defects or damage, including broken antennas, resulting from:
- misuse, abuse, improper maintenance, alteration, modification or modification to
any housing, neglect, accident or act of God, or,
- the use of covered products other than in normal and customary manner, or,
- improper testing or installation;
Defects or damages from unauthorized disassembly, repair or modification, or
where unauthorized disassembly, repair or modification prevents inspection and
testing necessary to validate warranty claims;
Defects or damages in which the serial number has been removed, altered or defaced.
IMPORTANT: This warranty sets forth the fu extent of RITRON's
express responsibi ities regarding the covered products, and is given
in ieu of a other express warranties. What RITRON has agreed to do
above is your so e and exc usive remedy. No person is authorized to
make any other warranty to you on beha f of RITRON. Warranties
imp ied by state aw, such as imp ied warranties of merchantabi ity
and fitness for a particu ar purpose, are imited to the duration of this
imited warranty as it app ies to the covered product. Incidenta and
consequentia damages are not recoverab e under this warranty (this
inc udes oss of use or time, inconvenience, business interruption,
commercia oss, ost profits or savings). Some states do not a ow the
exc usion or imitation of incidenta or consequentia damages, or
imitation on how ong an imp ied warranty asts, so the above
imitations or exc usions may not app y to you. Because each covered
product system is unique, RITRON disc aims iabi ity for range,
coverage, or operation of the system as a who e under this warranty.
WHO IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY: This warranty is given
on y to the purchaser or essee of covered products when acquired for
use, not resa e. This warranty is not assignab e or transferab e.
HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE: To receive warranty service,
you must de iver or send the defective product, de ivery costs and
insurance prepaid, within the app icab e warranty period, to RITRON,
INC., 505 We t Carmel Drive, Carmel, Indiana 46032, Attention:
Warranty Department. P ease point out the nature of the defect in as
much detai as you can. You must retain your sa es or ease receipt
(or other written evidence of the date of purchase) and de iver it a ong
with the product. If RITRON chooses to repair or rep ace a defective
product, RITRON may rep ace the product or any part or component
with reconditioned product, parts or components. Rep acements are
covered for the ba ance of the origina app icab e warranty period. A
rep aced covered products, parts or components become RITRON's
property.
RIGHTS TO SOFTWARE RETAINED: Tit e and a rights or icenses
to patents, copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets in any RITRON
software contained in covered products are and sha remain in
RITRON. RITRON neverthe ess grants you a imited non-exc usive,
transferab e right to use the RITRON software on y in conjunction with
covered products. No other icense or right to the RITRON software is
granted or permitted.
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAW: This warranty gives you
specific ega rights, and you may a so have other rights which vary
from state to state.
WHERE THIS WARRANTY IS VALID: This warranty is va id on y
within the United States, the District of Co umbia and Puerto Rico.
RITRON, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED FOR HOW LONG WHAT RITRON WILL DO
OutPost XT 1 year
*
During the first year after date of
Callboxes purchase, RITRON ill repair or
replace the defective product, at
RITRON's option, parts and labor
included at no charge.
Accessories/Antennas 90 days
**
After date of purchase
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Complete Wireless Communication Solutions From
Portable Radios
Communicate ith multiple orkgroups instantly
ith a push-of-the-button. Rugged and light eight
ith built-in eather scan (VHF models only)
automatically finds NOAA broadcasts. Other
features include Interference Eliminator, Loud and
Clear Audio, Removable Quick S ap Battery, and
Drop-in Charging Capability.
Accessories
Ritron offers a ide variety of headsets, earsets,
remote speaker microphones, multi-unit chargers,
and carry holsters to meet all your ireless
communication needs.
Wireless Intercom/Two-way Base
Station Monitor
110 VAC or 12 VDC desktop or all mountable
radio that is compatible ith any VHF/UHF radio
system. Includes built-in Weather Scan (VHF
models only), loud audio output for noisy locations,
built-in microphone ith automatic gain control, and
rugged metal housing. Optional Public Address (PA)
modification available.
Ideal for in-plant schools retail stores jobsite
vehicles community repeater systems, loading
docks construction trailers or any here that fixed
t o- ay communication is needed.
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The Leader in Workplace Two-Way Radio Systems
Wireless Radio Callboxes
Battery-operated (6 alkaline "D" cells) callboxes,
available in basic or rugged models, provide
instant ireless communication over existing
t o- ay radio systems ithout costly trenching,
extensive iring, or dedicated phone lines.
Ideal for Hotels/Motels Golf Courses Schools,
Public Parks Playgrounds Roadsides Marinas
Parking Lots or Garages Receiving or Delivery
Docks Campuses Shopping Malls Beachs
and Pools Campgrounds and Hiking Trails
Unattended Gates.
Wireless Alert Monitoring
No need to run ires, phone lines, or pay a person
for 24/7 monitoring. The lo -cost, battery-operated
(6 alkaline "AA" cells) Quick Talk Alert permits
ireless monitoring of virtually any sensor or s itch
from a t o- ay radio. When the s itch opens or
closes, a user recordable "custom" voice message
is automatically transmitted to all radios on the same
channel frequency.
Ideal for remote monitoring of po er failures liquid
levels intrusion or tampering temperature sensing
unattended doors to name only a fe of the 1000s
of applications.
ONE-WAY CALLBOX
TWO-WAY CALLBOX
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
VIBRATIONS/ SHOCK
Though the OUTPOST XT is designed to be
rugged, it cannot be expected to survive extreme
abuse.
CHEMICALS
Do not use harsh, corrosive or abrasive chemicals
to clean the OUTPOST XT case; use only a cloth
moistened with water. Do not attempt to clean the
printed circuit boards inside the enclosure.
MOISTURE
When antenna sealing recommendations are
followed, the OUTPOST XT is highly weather
resistant in outdoor environments. Do not immerse
the unit in water.
TEMPERATURE
The OUTPOST XT is designed to operate between
22° and +140° F. Like all electronic equipment, the
OUTPOST XT should not be subjected to extreme
heat. A shaded area is an ideal outdoor location.
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