Ritron OUTPOST RQX-156 User manual

XT callbox shown with
optional keypad *
Series OUTPOST®
Owner’s Manual
Ritron Pub. No. 14500055 Rev. B 02/08
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6 Series OUTPOST®Wireless Callbox
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T ABLE OF C ONTENTS .................................................................
Basic Operation
6SERIES OUTPOST®CALLBOX MODEL NUMBERS............. 1
A
BOUT THE 6SERIES OUTPOST®CALLBOX ...................... 1
O
PERATING THE 6SERIES OUTPOST®CALLBOX WITH
FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS......................................... 2
EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY ..................... 2
Installation Instructions
APPLYING POWER TO THE OUTPOST®CALLBOX................ 3
Using Rechargeable Batteries for Battery Back-up.......... 4
FIG-1: Charge Jumper Shown in Charge Position........... 4
P
OWER MANAGEMENT OPTIONS...................................... 4
FIG-2 : Sensor Turn-On Jumper Shown in Turn-On Position ..... 4
C
ALLBOX CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS.......................... 5
FIG-3: Callbox Assembly, Controls and Connectors ........ 5
BASIC OUTPOST®INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS................ 6
C
OVERAGE................................................................ 6
XT OUTPOST®INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................... 6
FIG-4: XT Callbox Mounting Brackets............................ 6
O
PTIONAL XT OUTPOST®MOUNTING BRACKET
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.......................................... 7
FIG-5: Optional XTMK Mounting Bracket XT Callbox....... 7
HOW TO SEAL THE ANTENNA........................................... 7
Field Programming
HOW TO READOUT CURRENT RADIO FREQUENCY &TONE
CODES ......................................................................... 8
H
OW TO FIELD PROGRAM FREQUENCY &TONE CODES..... 9
H
OW TO FIELD PROGRAM 2-TONE DECODE (RECEIVE)
CODES ....................................................................... 10
TABLE 1: PROGRAMMABLE FREQUENCY CODES ............. 11
C
ANADIAN FREQUENCY CODES....................... 11
T
ABLE 2: INTERFERENCE ELIMINATOR PROGRAMMABLE QC
TONE CODES................................................ 12
T
ABLE 3: DIGITAL INTERFERENCE ELIMINATOR
PROGRAMMABLE DQCTONE CODES .............. 12
T
ABLE 4: PROGRAMMABLE 2-TONE DECODE (RECEIVE)
CODES..........................................................12
H
OW TO FIELD PROGRAM SINGLE-DIGIT RADIO FEATURE
CODES ....................................................................... 13
T
ABLE 5: SINGLE-DIGIT RADIO FEATURE CODES............ 13
H
OW TO FIELD PROGRAM ADVANCED FEATURE CODES... 14
T
ABLE 6: ADVANCED FEATURE CODES .......................... 14
Programmable Features
PROGRAMMABLE OUTPOST®CALLBOX FEATURES........... 16
Glossary of Terms..................................................... 16
I
NTERCOM (ALWAYS-ON)PROGRAMMING....................... 18
U
SEFUL FEATURES TO USE WITH INTERCOM (ALWAYS-ON)
PROGRAMMING............................................................ 18
S
WITCH OUTPUT OPTIONS -ALLOWS CONTROL OF AN
EXTERNAL DEVICE....................................................... 19
2-TONE DECODE (RECEIVE)SETTINGS .......................... 20
GateGuard®Application
Configuration for the Remote Control of a Gate Controller
C
ONFIGURING THE CALLBOX FOR A GATEGUARD®
APPLICATION............................................................... 21
FIG-6: XT CALLBOX ASSEMBLY.................................... 22
Table 7: XT Callbox 6-Conductor Interface Cable.......... 22
H
OW TO FIELD PROGRAM THE OUTPOST®CALLBOX FOR
GATEGUARD®OPERATION ........................................... 23
O
PTIONAL GATEGUARD®SETTING/FEATURES ................ 23
Licensing
FCC Licensing............................................................. 25
How to Obtain an FCC Radio License............................. 25
Safety Standards.......................................................... 25
INDUSTRY CANADA Regulations.................................. 25
INDUSTRY CANADA License Application ....................... 25
Service ....................................................................... 25
Warranty
RITRON, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY..............................26
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING RITRON
Congratulations on your purchase of the
OUTPOST®Callbox. Your new radio is the
culmination of RITRON’s 28 years of designing,
manufacturing, and supplying reliable, professional
wireless communication products. Ritron wireless
products will improve the operation, safety, and
profitability of any organization by providing instant
voice communications between employees
throughout the workplace.

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6 S ERIES O UTPOST
®
C ALLBOX M ODEL N UMBERS ...........................
VHF MODELS
RQX-156 ......... VHF Basic Callbox
RQX-156-XT .... VHF Vandal-Resistant XT Callbox
UHF MODELS
RQX-456 ......... UHF Basic Callbox
RQX-456-XT .... UHF Vandal-Resistant XT Callbox
The model number appears on the serial label located on the
front of the basic Callbox enclosure, behind the removable
faceplate. On XT models the standard enclosure is located
inside the fiberglass reinforced vandal-resistant box.
VHF radios are designed to operate within the 15 MHz band
between factory standard 150 and 165 MHz.
UHF radios are designed to operate within the 20 MHz band
between factory standard 450 and 470 MHz.
A BOUT THE 6 S ERIES O UTPOST
®
C ALLBOX ....................................
The 6 Series OUTPOST®Callbox is a 2-way radio transceiver
used to communicate directly with portable, mobile and
stationary radios, or through radio repeaters with Ritron PC
Programming software. Each callbox is equipped with the
following features or capabilities.
•Field programming. Field programming allows you to
quickly program your radio in the field without the need for
a PC programmer. Each radio can be field programmed to
one of 26 VHF or 77 UHF channel table frequencies, and
one of 51 QC or 104 DQC interference eliminator codes.
•VHF “License Free” frequencies. VHF models can be
programmed from a list of 5 MURS frequencies that do not
require FCC licensing.
•154 interference eliminator codes. Quiet Call (QC) and
Digital Quiet Call (DQC) codes can be programmed to
eliminate other radio users not in your workgroup. For
compatibility, new radios should be programmed with the
same codes.
•2-Tone decoding. The Callbox can be programmed to
decode unique 2-tone codes for selective signaling of the
Callbox, “Listen In” remote activation of the transmitter, or
Switch Output activation in GateGuard®applications.
•Wide or narrow band operation. The radio can be
programmed for wide or narrow operation by selecting from
a wide variety of field programmable table frequencies, or
by PC programming.
•Volume Level. Field programmable to any one of 5 preset
levels and PC programmable to 2 – 100% volume level.
•Normal or High Microphone Gain. Field and PC
programmable to normal or high microphone gain.
•High/Low Power Output The callbox can be Field
programmed for transmitter power output.
•VHF: 1 Watt
•UHF: 1 Watt or 2* Watt
* See “Special Note” on page 3.
•Battery powered. The OUTPOST®Callbox is powered by 6
Alkaline, D-cell batteries that can operate the radio for up to one
year or 7,000 transmissions.
•External Power +12 VDC Capable The Basic and XT models
are capable of being power by an external +12 VDC source.
This method of powering the callbox allows the radio to remain
ON at all times, like an intercom. Automatic Turn Off must be
DISABLED via Field or PC programming.
•Low Battery Alert The callbox will transmit an Alert Tone at the
end of each transmission when the batteries approach end-of-
life. This allows sufficient time for you to replace the batteries
and assure uninterrupted service.
•+12 VDC Power Fail Alert This feature can be enabled via
Field or PC programming. The callbox will transmit an Alert
Tone if it detects loss of +12 VDC power. This Alert Tone
replaces a Low Battery Alert. The radio automatically continues
to transmit an Alert Tone once every hour (unless programmed
for Automatic Turn Off) until +12 VDC is restored or the batteries
are depleted.
•Companded Audio The radio can be Field programmed to
ENABLE or DISABLE audio companding. Companding will
compress transmit audio before sending it, and expand receive
audio before it is heard on the speaker to reduce the
background noise common in radio communications.
•“Automatic Turn-Off” or “Intercom” Operation The 6 Series
OUTPOST®Callbox can operate in the standard “Automatic
Turn-Off” mode (Factory Default), where the radio is normally
OFF until the Call Button is pressed, or can be Field or PC
programmed for “Intercom” operation where the radio is always
ON. See “External Power +12 VDC Capable” feature above.
•Listen In Allows remote activation of the transmitter when a
unique 2-Tone code is received. Field programmable to one of
9 different 2-Tone codes and 5 different Listen In transmit times.
•DTMF or Selcall ANI 3-7 digit codes can be transmitted at the
beginning of each message for radio identification.
Basic Callbox XT Callbox

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O PERATING THE 6 S ERIES O UTPOST
®
C ALLBOX WITH F ACTORY
D EFAULT S ETTINGS ....................................................................
The 6 Series OUTPOST®Callbox Factory Default setting
is with Automatic Turn Off ENABLED. This means the
callbox is OFF and will not receive a call until the callbox
first initiates a call.
In Automatic Turn Off mode the callbox automatically
shuts off whenever there is “no activity” for ten (10)
seconds.
To Initiate a Call
Press and hold the ON/PTT Button. The callbox will send
a unique CALL TONE to alert radio equipped personnel.
This CALL TONE will also be heard at the callbox.
Listen for the “beep”, then begin speaking into the MIC.
For best communication, the caller should be 3 feet or
less from the microphone.
To Receive a Call
1. When you have finished speaking, release the
ON/PTT Button.
2. Any reply will be heard through the callbox speaker. If
a call is not received within 10 seconds of releasing
the ON/PTT Button and there is no activity on the
channel, the callbox will sound a low double tone and
turn-off automatically. This automatic turn-off feature
is designed to conserve battery life.
Operation Notes
The 6 Series OUTPOST®must be powered with D-cell
Alkaline batteries ONLY, or alternatively, with an external
12 VDC power supply, order Ritron model RPS-EXPO
110 VAC to 12 VDC cube power supply. When using an
external 12 VDC supply, Alkaline or NiCd batteries can
be used as back-up. See page 3.
If there has been no activity for 10 seconds, i.e. either
the ON/PTT Button has not been pressed or a call has
not been received, the unit automatically shuts OFF.
Low Battery Alert
The callbox will transmit an Alert Tone at the end of each
transmission when the batteries approach end-of-life. This
allows sufficient time for you to replace the batteries and
assure uninterrupted service.
E XPOSURE TO R ADIO F REQUENCY E NERGY ...................................
These products generate radio frequency (RF) energy when
the ON/PTT button on the front of the unit is depressed.
These products have been evaluated for compliance with
the maximum permissible exposure limits for RF energy at
the maximum power rating of the unit when using antennas
available from RITRON.
These products are not to be used by the general public in
an uncontrolled environment unless compliance with the
Uncontrolled / General Population limits for RF exposure
can be assured.
Antennas other than those available from RITRON listed
below have not been tested for compliance and may or may
not meet the exposure limits at the distances given. Higher
gain antennas are capable of generating higher fields in the
strongest part of their field and would, therefore, require a
greater separation from the antenna.
RQX-456: For both the AFB-1545 and RAM-1545
antennas, at the 20 cm (7.9 inches) minimum expected
separation distance and greater, the maximum RF exposure
is well below the General Population / Uncontrolled limits.
RQX-156: To comply with the General Population /
Uncontrolled limits, all persons must be at least 7.9 inches
(20 cm) from the AFB-1545 antenna which is supplied by
RITRON to be attached directly to the top of the unit. For the
RITRON RAM-1545 magnet mount antenna, which can be
located away from the unit, all persons must be at least 10.8
inches (28 cm) from the antenna.
To limit exposure to RF energy to levels below the limit,
please observe the following:
• Use only the antenna(s) available from RITRON for
these models. DO NOT operate the radio without an
antenna.
• Keep talk times as short and infrequent as possible. DO
NOT depress the ON/PTT button when not actually
wishing to transmit. These radios are equipped with an
internal timer to limit continuous transmit times.
• When transmitting, make certain that the distance limits
for the particular model in use are observed.
• DO NOT allow children to operate the radio.
When used as directed, this series of radios is designed to
comply with the FCC’s RF exposure limits for “Uncontrolled /
General Population”. In addition, they are designed to
comply with the following Standards and Guidelines:
• FCC OET Bulletin 65, Edition 97-01, Supplement C,
Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human
Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
• American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992),
IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human
Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3
kHz to 300 GHz.
• American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992),
IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of
Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields-RF and
Microwave.

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A PPLYING P OWER TO THE O UTPOST
®
C ALLBOX .............................
The Callbox may be powered:
•by six (6) D-cell batteries
•through an external +12 VDC source
•or both
Powering the callbox from internal batteries will allow
for an installation that does not require wiring to an
external source of power. Powering the callbox by an
external source will allow the unit to remain ON, like an
intercom*.
To provide a useful amount of battery life, one of two
battery saver options should also be used. See “Power
Management Options” on page 4.
* Automatic Turn Off must be DISABLED via Field or
PC Programming
Using Internal Batteries
Six (6) D-cell batteries may be installed in the internal
battery holder for a no trenching, no wires required
installation. If internal batteries are used, a LOW battery
alert tone will be transmitted when the battery voltage
drops below a programmed value. The LOW battery
tone notifies personnel that the batteries should be
replaced.
SPECIAL NOTE: We recommend not operating the
UHF model set to High Power when using Alkaline
batteries. Due to the nature of alkaline batteries your
transmit power output will decrease rapidly as the
batteries are depleted.
Using External +12 VDC Power with Battery Back-up
Note: An additional hole, strain relief, and conduit will need to
be installed into the callbox.
The unit may be powered by an external source of +12
VDC. This source should be filtered, with minimum
noise and hum, and capable of supplying at least 1
Ampere.
Order Ritron model RPS-EXPO 110 VAC to 12 VDC
cube power supply.
Factory Default programming of the callbox is optimized
for battery power operation. The External +12 VDC
Power Fail Alert option is NOT ENABLED.
It is recommended that if an external source of power is
used, that the internal batteries be installed as a back-
up against loss of power. If this option is chosen, we
recommend that the “External +12 VDC Power Fail
Alert” feature be ENABLED via Field or PC
programming.
How the Callbox Operates:
If External +12 VDC Power Fail Alert Feature is
NOT ENABLED:
•Radio always checks for LOW battery or DEAD
battery condition when the radio is ON.
•If LOW battery is detected, a single Alert Tone will
be transmitted at the end of the transmission.
•Radio does NOT automatically transmit a LOW
battery tone. The callbox must be ON and Alert
Tone is only sent at the end of a transmission.
•If DEAD battery is detected, the radio ceases all
operation. A DEAD battery tone is heard on the
callbox speaker and the radio will turn OFF.
If External +12 VDC Power Fail Alert Feature is
ENABLED:
•Radio always checks for External +12 VDC when
the radio is ON. If loss of External +12 VDC is
detected while the radio is in standby: a single Alert
Tone will be transmitted immediately.
•If loss of External +12 VDC is detected while the
radio is in receive: a single Alert Tone will be
transmitted after the received message is complete.
•If loss of External +12 VDC is detected while the
radio is in transmit: a single Alert Tone will be
transmitted at the end of the transmission.
•Once loss of External +12 VDC is detected and the
Alert Tone is transmitted, the radio will
automatically send the Alert Tone once every hour
until External +12 VDC is restored or the batteries
are exhausted. If radio is set for Automatic Turn-Off
(default setting) this hourly alert will NOT occur.
•If Dead battery is detected the radio ceases all
operation, a DEAD battery tone is heard on the
callbox speaker and the radio will turn OFF.
!

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Using Rechargeable Batteries for Battery Back-up
If rechargeable NiCd batteries are used for battery
backup the “Charge Jumper” must be placed into the
“charge” position as shown in FIG-1.
! ! CAUTION ! !
If rechargeable batteries are NOT used for battery
backup, be sure the “Charge Jumper” is NOT in the
“charge” position. Charging Alkaline batteries will
damage the cells and reduce battery life!
P OWER M ANAGEMENT O PTIONS ................................................
There are four power management options available to
the 6 Series OUTPOST®Callbox:
Automatic Turn-Off (Field or PC Programmable)
In this mode, the callbox will automatically turn itself off
after a programmed period of no activity (no
transmissions made and no calls received) has
elapsed. Once the unit has turned itself off, it can only be
turned back on by depressing the ON/PTT Button. The
programmed period of no activity necessary before the
unit turns itself off is called the RQX Reset Time. RQX
Reset Time and Automatic Turn-Off can both be Field
programmed, or PC programmed by the factory or your
Ritron dealer via the Ritron RQX Series PC Programmer.
Automatic Turn-Off mode is the factory default mode for
power management with an RQX Reset Time of 10
seconds.
Battery Saver (PC Programmable Only)
This mode is similar to the Automatic Turn-Off mode
except that the unit does NOT turn itself off after the
RQX Rest Time has elapsed. Instead it reverts to a mode
where the unit goes to sleep and periodically wakes up to
test for receive activity on the channel. The Sleep Period
(called Battery Saver Sleep Time) can be set using the
Ritron RQX Series PC Programmer to between 0.5 and 8
seconds. Longer sleep times result in better battery life,
but increase the chances that activity on the channel
may be missed. The unit will come out of this mode when
activity is detected during the wake-up period or if the
ON/PTT button is pressed. The Automatic Turn-Off and
Battery Saver modes cannot be used together.
Neither “Automatic Turn-Off” nor “Battery Saver”
Used (Field or PC Programmable)
If neither Automatic Turn-Off nor Battery Saver are used
the unit will consume the largest amount of current, but is
always ready to instantly receive messages. This mode
should only be considered if an external source of +12
VDC is available (see “Using External +12 VDC Power
with Battery Back-up” on page 3).
Sensor Turn-On
When operating the Callbox with Automatic Turn-Off
enabled, the unit can be configured to turn itself ON any
time the Sensor Input is pulled LOW (ground). This
allows an external switch closure to activate the Callbox.
When the switch closure is detected the Callbox will turn
on and automatically transmit the Sensor On alert. The
Callbox is then in normal operating mode and will
automatically turn itself off after a programmed period of
no activity as described in the Automatic Turn-Off topic in
this section.
For Sensor Turn-On operation the Sensor Turn-On
jumper must be placed into the “Turn-On” position. Refer
to FIG-2 below for correct placement of the jumper. If the
Sensor Input is not used the jumper placement has no
effect on Callbox operation.
FIG-1: Charge Jumper Shown in Charge Position
Charge Jumper in
Charge position
FIG-2: Sensor Turn-On Jumper Shown in
Turn-On Position
Sensor Tu
Jumper in rn-On Turn-On
position

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Sensor Turn-On
Jumper
RF Mating Connectors
50
Ω
BNC Antenna Connector
Captive Plastic Case
Screws (4 Corners)
Program Button
Program Display
Battery Mating
Connectors
RJ-11 Program Cable Connector
Battery Holder with
D-Cell Batteries
Installed
Pre-Drilled Mounting
Holes
(
4 Corners
)
FIG-3: Callbox Assembly, Controls and Connectors
Charge Jumper Speaker Connector
On/PTT Connector
Input/Output
Connector
C ALLBOX C ONTROLS AND C ONNECTORS ....................................
Antenna Connector
The antenna radiates radio signals. Before using the
OUTPOST®Callbox, make sure the antenna is securely
fastened into the 50ΩBNC antenna connector. If the
OUTPOST®is to be used outdoors, see page 7 for
instructions on properly sealing the antenna connector.
RF Mating Connectors
An internal cable from the antenna connector is
terminated into a phono style connector for connection to
the radio circuit board.
Captive Plastic Case Screws
A captive plastic case screw is located in each corner of
the case front. These 4 screws are used to secure the
case front containing the radio, to the case back that
contains the batteries.
Charge Jumper
The charge jumper can be set to trickle charge re-
chargeable backup batteries.
Sensor Turn-On Jumper
The Sensor Turn-On jumper can be set to turn-on the
radio whenever the Sensor Input is pulled low.
Input/Output Connector
The 6-pin, polarized connector is used to connect
external input/output devices. This allows connection of
an external +12 VDC input, an external DC level sensor
input, and a 1A contact switch closure output.
Speaker Connector
The internal speaker is connected to the radio printed
circuit board with a polarized connector.
On/PTT Connector
The On/PTT switch is connected to the radio printed
circuit board with a polarized connector.
Pre-Drilled Mounting Holes
Mounting holes located in the 4 corners of the case back
are pre-drilled for mounting to a plate, wall or post. Once
mounted, the case front is secured to the case back
through these same threaded holes.
RJ-11 Program Cable Connector
An RJ11 style connector is used to connect the cable
from the PC programmer to the radio.
Program Button
A small, momentary pushbutton is used for field
programming the OUTPOST®Callbox.
Program Display
A single digit LED display is used during field
programming of the radio.
Battery Holder
The battery holder inside the case back is used for the
installation of 6 D-cell alkaline batteries. Refer to the
diagram below, or the labels beneath the cells, for
correct installation of the batteries.
Battery Mating Connectors
Polarized, 2-pin mating connectors are used to connect
the batteries to the radio circuit board.

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B ASIC O UTPOST
®
I NSTALLATION I NSTRUCTIONS .............................
The basic OUTPOST®can be mounted to virtually any
surface with four (4) #6 panhead screws. Choose a type
of screw thread and screw length which will hold firmly in
the surface to which the unit will be mounted.
MOUNTING the OUTPOST®: (Refer to FIG-3)
1. Loosen the (4) captive screws in the front corners of
the case and separate the case front from the case
back. These screws are captive to the housing; to
prevent damaging them, DO NOT remove the
screws from the housing.
2. Install 6 D-cell alkaline batteries into the battery
holder. Refer to FIG-3, or the labels beneath the
cells, for correct installation of the batteries.
3. If required, program the radio. Refer to the
programming section of this manual for details.
4. Disconnect the RF mating connectors and the
battery mating connectors. Set the case front
containing the radio circuit board aside.
5. Insert a #6 panhead screw into each of the four (4)
corner holes in the OUTPOST®case back. Position
the case back in the chosen installation location and
secure it in place with the four screws.
CAUTION
Do not drill or penetrate the
OUTPOST®case with any additional holes. Use
only the pre-drilled mounting holes.
6. Re-connect the RF mating connectors and the
battery mating connectors between the case front
and case back.
7. Fasten the case front to the case back with the four
(4) captive screws. Do not over-tighten the plastic
screws to prevent damage.
8. Insert, rotate and lock the antenna onto the antenna
connector. Orient the antenna vertically.
9. If the OUTPOST®is to be used outdoors, it is
imperative that the antenna connector be sealed
with sealing tape after the antenna has been
installed. Use Grainger #2A-459, Radio Shack #278-
1647, or equivalent. Refer to “HOW TO SEAL THE
ANTENNA” instructions in this manual.
10. To install the message placard, align the center of
the hole over the ON/PTT Button, and the
mushroom-head fastener strips on the back of the
placard with the strips on the front of the OUTPOST®
case. Press firmly to interlock the strips, snapping
the panel into position.
XT O UTPOST
®
I NSTALLATION I NSTRUCTIONS ..................................
The XT OUTPOST®can be mounted to virtually any surface with four (4) ¼” diameter fasteners, not included. Choose
a type of screw thread and screw length which will hold firmly in the surface to which the unit will be mounted.
MOUNTING the XT OUTPOST®: ( Refer to FIG-4 and FIG-6 on page 22)
1. Remove the front faceplate from the XT Callbox. The faceplate is secured to the
case with 4 vandal-resistant buttonhead, Torx screws. Use the T-25 Torx bit included
with the radio to remove these screws.
2. Remove the “Mounting Bracket” kit secured to the inside of the XT Callbox case.
3. Loosen the (4) captive screws in the front corners of the internal Callbox case and
separate the case front from the case back. The screws are captive to the housing;
to prevent damaging them, DO NOT remove the screws from the housing.
4. Install 6 D-cell alkaline batteries into the battery holder. Refer to FIG-6, or the labels
beneath the cells, for correct installation of the batteries.
5. If required, program the radio. Refer to the programming section of this manual for
details.
6. Fasten the internal case front to the case back with the four (4) captive screws. To
prevent damage, do not over-tighten the plastic screws.
7. Re-fasten the front faceplate to the radio with the 4 buttonhead Torx screws.
8. Install the 4 mounting brackets to the back of the XT Callbox case as shown in FIG-4
with the #10-32 bolts provided. The mounting brackets can be installed vertically, as shown, or horizontally.
9. Position the XT Callbox in the chosen installation location and secure it in place with four screws through the
mounting brackets.
FIG-4: XT Callbox
Mounting Brackets
!
COVER
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Depending on the unit location and installation, the OUTPOST® set for 1 Watt can cover up to 1 mile line of
sight. To increase range, use an external antenna that is mounted higher. Contact RITRON for a RAM-1545
Ma
g
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O PTIONAL XT O UTPOST
®
M OUNTING B RACKET I NSTALLATION
I NSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................................
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The optional XT Mounting Bracket (order part # XTMK)
can be attached to the callbox for special applications
with two (2) ¼” diameter fasteners, NOT included.
Choose a type of screw thread and screw length which
will will fasten the callbox securely to the mounting
surface.
MOUNTING the OPTIONAL XT OUTPOST®
BRACKET: Refer to FIG-5 :
1. Using the XTMK bracket as a template, mark the
two (2) holes #2 (see FIG-5) on the mounting
surface you intend to fasten the bracket.
2. Find a flat work surface and using the included four
(4) button head tamper resistant fasteners, attach
the XTMK bracket to the existing holes on the back
of the XT callbox (holes #1), as shown in FIG-5.
3. Secure the XTMK bracket to the mounting surface
using holes #2 and two (2) ¼” fasteners (NOT
included), as shown in FIG-5. Make sure mounting
surface and fasteners are capable of supporting
the total weight of the XT callbox. FIG-5: Optional XTMK Mounting B
T Callbo
racket
X x
H OW TO S EAL THE A NTENNA ......................................................
If the OUTPOST®Callbox is to be used outdoors it is imperative that
the entire antenna connection be sealed with seal tape to provide
proper operation and prevent voiding warranty.
Seal tape can be purchased at most Industrial Supply Stores, Harware
and Home Center Stores, or Electronic Supply Stores.
Regarless of the antenna used, it is always best to weatherproof the
antenna connection using seal tape.
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 Seal Tape:
1. Attach the antenna to the 50ΩBNC connector on the OUTPOST®
Callbox enclosure.
2. Begin wrapping seal tape at the base of the antenna connector
such that it is sealed to the enclosure top.
3. Overlap the seal tape as you tightly wrap upward around the
connector and antenna. Continue to overlap seal tape around the
connector base, past the articulated portion of the antenna and
several inches up the thin, shiny section of the antenna. AF
Wrap tape
from bottom,
sealing to
enclosure.
B-1545 Antenna
before sealing
Overlap
sealing tape
(1) inch be-
yond the
rigid section
of the an-
tenna
AFB-1545 Antenna
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H OW TO R EADOUT C URRENT R ADIO F REQUENCY & T ONE C ODES ....
1. Loosen the (4) captive screws in the front corners of the case. These screws are captive to the housing; to prevent
damaging them, DO NOT remove the screws from the housing.
2. Separate the case front from the case back, leaving the battery connected to the radio. 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 Callbox to turn the radio on.
4. Press and RELEASE the Program button (See FIG-3 on page 5 for location). The radio will immediately begin to
display a series of four digits; with each digit separated by a hyphen.
5. Write down the four digits.The first two digits indicate the frequency code and the last two digits the tone code; see
Table 1 and Table 2 on pages 11 and 12. In this example an RQX-456 is programmed to operate on the “Brown
Dot” frequency of 464.500 MHz (Frequency code “04”) with 100.0 Hz tone (Tone code “12”).
6. If a 5th digit is displayed, the channel has been programmed for DQC and the last three digits indicate the DQC
code; see Table 3 on page 12. In this example an RQX-456 was programmed to operate on the “Brown Dot”
frequency of 464.500 MHz (Frequency code “04”) with a DQC code of “723”.
7. If more than 5 digits are displayed, the radio has been programmed for 2-Tone Paging Decode. The frequency and
tone codes will be displayed, followed by a “C”, then the radio will display the 2-Tone paging code; see Table 4 on
page 12. In this example an RQX-456 was programmed to operate on the “Brown Dot” frequency of 464.500 MHz
(Frequency code “04”) with 100.0 Hz tone (Tone code “12”) and 2-tone paging decode frequencies of 330.5 Hz
and 569.1 Hz (2-Tone code “91”)
8. If the channel is PC programmed with any frequency or tone not listed in Table 1, Table 2 or Table 3 on pages 11
and 12, the radio will sound the ERROR TONE on contents read out and display an "E". The PC programmer will
be required to readout the radios frequency and tone programming.
9. Normal radio operation resumes after the programming information has been displayed.
FREQUENCY CODE DQC CODE
FREQUENCY CODE TONE CODE
FREQUENCY CODE TONE CODE PAGING CODE

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H OW TO F IELD P ROGRAM F REQUENCY & T ONE C ODES ..................
To match other radios, the owner can select Frequency, Tone and DQC Codes from Table 1, Table 2 and Table 3 on
pages 11 and 12. In our example, we will program an RQX-456 to operate on the "Brown Dot" frequency of 464.500
MHz with 100.0 Hz tone.
NOTE: Field programming frequency and tone codes will remove all 2-Tone decode programming. If 2-Tone decode
operation is required, the 2-tone code must be re-programmed after field programming of the frequency and tone
codes.
1. Refer to Table 1 on page 11 to determine the two-digit frequency code and write it down.
2. Refer to Table 2 on page 12 to determine the two-digit tone code for 100.0 Hz and write it
down.
3. Loosen the (4) captive screws in the front corners of the case. These screws are captive to the
housing; to prevent damaging them, DO NOT remove the screws from the housing.
4. Separate the case front from the case back, leaving the battery connected to the radio. Make
sure the unit has batteries installed.
NOTE: The voltage of the batteries must be greater than 6 VDC to program properly.
5. Press and release the ON/PTT button on the front of the unit to turn the radio on.
6. Press and HOLD the Program Button (See FIG-3 on page 5 for location). A "P" will appear on
the program display as you enter program mode and the radio will beep rapidly.
7. Release the program button after the beeping has stopped. The radio will emit a triple beep
indicating that the radio is in program mode and a hyphen will appear on the program display.
8. Enter the 1st digit of the frequency code by clicking the Program button until the program
display shows the desired number. Pause—the radio will sound a low tone and show a
hyphen across the center of the display to indicate that it is ready to accept the next digit.
9. Enter the 2nd digit of the frequency code by clicking the Program button until the program
display shows the desired number. Pause—the radio sounds a low tone and will show a
hyphen across the center of the display to indicate that it is ready to accept the next digit.
10. Enter the 1st digit of the tone code (or 1st digit of the DQC code) by clicking the Program button
until the program display shows the desired number. Pause—the radio sounds a low tone and
will show a hyphen across the center of the display to indicate that it is ready to accept the
next digit.
11. Enter the 2nd digit of the tone code (or 2nd digit of the DQC code) by clicking the Program
button until the program display shows the desired number. Pause—the radio sounds a low
tone and will show a hyphen across the center of the display to indicate that it is ready to
accept the next digit.
12. FOR DQC CODES ONLY – Enter the 3rd digit of the DQC code by clicking the Program button
until the program display shows the desired number. Pause—the radio sounds a low tone and
will show a hyphen across the center of the display to indicate that it is ready to accept the
next digit.
13. Press and release the ON/PTT button to save your programming. A triple beep will sound to
indicate that programming was successful and a hyphen will appear on the program display.
The radio is now ready for another program entry.
NOTE: An error tone will sound if you attempt to save an incorrect code, an "E" will appear on
the display. Check the digits you are attempting to enter, then re-enter.
14. Once you have made your final program entry, press the ON/PTT button a second time to turn
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H OW TO F IELD P ROGRAM 2-T ONE D ECODE (R ECEIVE ) C ODES .......
For special applications, it is desirable to program the Callbox for 2-Tone decode (receive) operation. The user is able
to field program the radio for one of the 9 pre-determined tone pairs specified in Table 4 on page 12. These tone pairs
correspond to field programmable 2-Tone encode (transmit) codes available in other RITRON portable and base
radios. In our example we will program an RQX-456 to operate with 2-Tone Decode (Receive) Code 94 frequencies of
389.0 and 669.9 Hz.
1. Refer to Table 4 on page 12 to determine the two-digit code for 2-tone decode on 389.0 and
669.9 Hz and write it down.
2. Loosen the (4) captive screws in the front corners of the case. These screws are captive to the
housing; to prevent damaging them, DO NOT remove the screws from the housing.
3. Separate the case front from the case back, leaving the battery connected to the radio. Make
sure the unit has batteries installed.
NOTE: The voltage of the batteries must be greater than 6 VDC to program properly.
4. Press and release the ON/PTT button on the front of the unit to turn the radio on.
5. Press and HOLD the Program Button (See FIG-3 on page 5 for location). A "P" will appear on
the program display as you enter program mode and the radio will beep rapidly.
6. Release the program button after the beeping has stopped. The radio will emit a triple beep
indicating that the radio is in program mode and a hyphen will appear on the program display.
7. Enter the 1st digit of the 2-Tone code by clicking the Program button until the program display
shows the desired number. Pause—the radio will sound a low tone and show a hyphen across
the center of the display to indicate that it is ready to accept the next digit.
8. Enter the 2nd digit of the 2-Tone code by clicking the Program button until the program display
shows the desired number. Pause—the radio sounds a low tone and will show a hyphen
across the center of the display to indicate that it is ready to accept the next digit.
9. Press and release the ON/PTT button to save your programming. A triple beep will sound to
indicate that programming was successful and a hyphen will appear on the program display.
The radio is now ready for another program entry.
NOTE: An error tone will sound if you attempt to save an incorrect code, an "E" will appear on
the display. Check the digits you are attempting to enter, then re-enter.
10. Once you have made your final program entry, press the ON/PTT button a second time to turn
the radio off. Turn the radio back on for normal operation.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
1. Field programming frequency and tone codes will remove all 2-Tone decode programming. If 2-Tone decode
operation is required, the 2-Tone Decode Code must be re-programmed after field programming of the frequency
and tone codes.
2. When using 2-Tone decode for special applications (GateGuard®or Listen-In) the Feature Code must be entered
first, followed by the 2-Tone Decode Code. Programming any of the Switch Operation, GateGuard®or Listen In
features listed below requires re-programming of the 2-Tone Decode Code.
•Switch ON when called
•Switch ON when active
•Switch ON when active with turn-OFF code.
•GateGuard®momentary
•GateGuard®toggle
•Listen-In
3. The radio can operate only one 2-Tone Decode function from the list above when field programmed. Your Ritron
dealer can PC program the callbox to perform more than one 2-tone decode function. Contact your Ritron dealer
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T ABLE 1: P ROGRAMMABLE F REQUENCY C ODES ..........................
UHF Business Band
Code Frequency ColorDot BW
01 467.7625 J 25
02 467.8125 K 25
03 464.5500 Yellow Dot 25
04 464.5000 Brown Dot 25
05 467.8500 Silver Star 25
06 467.8750 Gold Star 25
07 467.9000 Red Star 25
08 467.9250 Blue Star 25
09 469.2625 25
10 462.5750 White Dot 25
11 462.6250 Black Dot 25
12 462.6750 Orange Dot 25
13 464.3250 25
14 464.8250 25
15 469.5000 25
16 469.5500 25
17 463.2625 25
18 464.9125 25
19 464.6000 25
20 464.7000 25
21 462.7250 25
22 464.5000 12.5
23 464.5500 12.5
24 467.7625 12.5
25 467.8125 12.5
26 467.8500 12.5
27 467.8750 12.5
28 467.9000 12.5
29 467.9250 12.5
30 461.0375 12.5
31 461.0625 12.5
32 461.0875 12.5
33 461.1125 12.5
34 461.1375 12.5
35 461.1625 12.5
36 461.1875 12.5
37 461.2125 12.5
38 461.2375 12.5
39 461.2625 12.5
UHF Business Band
Code Frequency ColorDot BW
40 461.2875 12.5
41 461.3125 12.5
42 461.3375 12.5
43 461.3625 12.5
44 462.7625 12.5
45 462.7875 12.5
46 462.8125 12.5
47 462.8375 12.5
48 462.8625 12.5
49 462.8875 12.5
50 462.9125 12.5
51 464.4875 12.5
52 464.5125 12.5
53 464.5375 12.5
54 464.5625 12.5
55 466.0375 12.5
56 466.0625 12.5
57 466.0875 12.5
58 466.1125 12.5
59 466.1375 12.5
60 466.1625 12.5
61 466.1875 12.5
62 466.2125 12.5
63 466.2375 12.5
64 466.2625 12.5
65 466.2875 12.5
66 466.3125 12.5
67 466.3375 12.5
68 466.3625 12.5
69 467.7875 12.5
70 467.8375 12.5
71 467.8625 12.5
72 467.8875 12.5
73 467.9125 12.5
74 469.4875 12.5
75 469.5125 12.5
76 469.5375 12.5
77 469.5625 12.5
VHF Business Band
Code Frequency ColorDot BW
03 151.625 Red Dot 25
04 151.955 Purple Dot 25
05 151.925 25
06 154.540 25
07 154.515 25
08 154.655 25
09 151.685 25
10 151.715 25
11 151.775 25
12 151.805 25
13 151.835 25
14 151.895 25
15 154.490 25
16 151.655 25
17 151.745 25
18 151.865 25
24 151.700 12.5
25 151.760 12.5
26 152.700 25
VHF MURS**
Code Frequency ColorDot BW
01 154.600 Green Dot 25
02 154.570 Blue Dot 25
19 151.820 MURS 12.5
20 151.880 MURS 12.5
21 151.940 MURS 12.5
22 154.600 MURS 12.5
23 154.570 MURS 12.5
Notes
** MURS frequencies do not require
an FCC license. All other fre-
quencies require an FCC license.
•BW is the bandwidth in kHz.
•12.5 kHz indicates a narrow band
channel, 25 kHz indicates a wide
band channel.
C ANADIAN F REQUENCY C ODES .................................................
Canada Models
UHF Business Band
Code Frequency ColorDot BW
01 458.6625 25
02 469.2625 25
Canada Models
VHF Business Band
Code Frequency ColorDot BW
01 151.055 25
02 151.115 25
British Columbia Models
VHF Business Band
Code Frequency ColorDot BW
01 154.100 25
02 158.940 25

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T ABLE 2: I NTERFERENCE E LIMINATOR P ROGRAMMABLE QC T ONE
C ODES ....................................................................
Code Frequency
01 67.0
02 71.9
03 74.4
04 77.0
05 79.7
06 82.5
07 85.4
08 88.5
09 91.5
10 94.8
11 97.4
12 100.0
13 103.5
Code Frequency
14 107.2
15 110.9
16 114.8
17 118.8
18 123.0
19 127.3
20 131.8
21 136.5
22 141.3
23 146.2
24 151.4
25 156.7
26 162.2
Code Frequency
27 167.9
28 173.8
29 179.9
30 186.2
31 192.8
32 203.5
33 210.7
34 218.1
35 225.7
36 233.6
37 241.8
38 250.3
39 69.4
Code Frequency
40 159.8
41 165.5
42 171.3
43 177.3
44 No Tone
45 183.5
46 189.9
47 196.6
48 199.5
49 206.5
50 229.1
51 254.1
T ABLE 3: D IGITAL I NTERFERENCE E LIMINATOR P ROGRAMMABLE
DQC TONE C ODES ...................................................
Code
023
025
026
031
032
036
043
047
051
053
054
065
071
Code
072
073
074
114
115
116
122
125
131
132
134
143
145
Code
152
155
156
162
165
172
174
205
212
223
225
226
243
Code
244
245
246
251
252
255
261
263
265
266
271
274
306
Code
311
315
325
331
332
343
346
351
356
364
365
371
411
Code
412
413
423
431
432
445
446
452
454
455
462
464
465
Code
466
503
506
516
523
532
546
565
606
662
612
624
627
Code
631
632
645
654
664
703
712
723
731
732
734
743
754
T ABLE 4: P ROGRAMMABLE 2-T ONE D ECODE (R ECEIVE ) C ODE .............
Code Tone 1 Tone 2
90 * *
91 330.5 569.1
92 349.0 600.9
93 368.5 634.5
94 389.0 669.9
95 410.8 707.3
96 433.7 746.8
97 457.9 788.5
98 483.5 832.5
99 330.5 600.9
* If the Callbox displays 2-Tone Code “90” on readout it has been PC programmed for custom frequencies.

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H OW TO F IELD P ROGRAM S INGLE -D IGIT R ADIO F EATURE C ODES .....
The OUTPOST®Callbox can be field programmed for a specific number of features that include companding,
GateGuard®, and speaker volume level. Refer to Table 5 below for the single digit codes available for field
programming. In our example we will program an RQX-456 for GateGuard®operation.
NOTE: Field programming frequency and tone codes will turn companding and GateGuard®OFF. If companding or
GateGuard®operation is required, the single-digit Radio Feature code must be re-programmed after field programming
of the frequency and tone codes.
1. Refer to Table 5 below to determine the single-digit code used to enable GateGuard®.
2. Loosen the (4) captive screws in the front corners of the case. These screws are captive to the
housing; to prevent damaging them, DO NOT remove the screws from the housing.
3. Separate the case front from the case back, leaving the battery connected to the radio. Make
sure the unit has batteries installed.
NOTE: The voltage of the batteries must be greater than 6 VDC to program properly.
4. Press and release the ON/PTT button on the front of the unit to turn the radio on.
5. Press and HOLD the Program Button (See FIG-3 on page 5 for location). A "P" will appear on
the program display as you enter program mode and the radio will beep rapidly.
6. Release the program button after the beeping has stopped. The radio will emit a triple beep
indicating that the radio is in program mode and a hyphen will appear on the program display.
7. Enter the single-digit code by clicking the Program button until the program display shows the
desired number. Pause—the radio will sound a low tone and show a hyphen across the center
of the display to indicate that it is ready to accept the next digit.
8. Press and release the ON/PTT button to save your programming. A triple beep will sound to
indicate that programming was successful and a hyphen will appear on the program display.
The radio is now ready for another program entry.
NOTE: An error tone will sound if you attempt to save an incorrect code, an "E" will appear on
the display. Check the digits you are attempting to enter, then re-enter.
9. Once you have made your final program entry, press the ON/PTT button a second time to turn
the radio off. Turn the radio back on for normal operation.
T ABLE 5: S INGLE D IGIT R ADIO F EATURE C ODES .........................
Code Feature Default Description
1 Companding ON Companding will compress transmit audio before sending it, and expand
receive audio before it is heard on the speaker to reduce the
background noise common in radio communications. Companding is not
recommended unless all radios in the system are companded.
2 Companding OFF √
3 Volume Level – Medium √Sets Volume level to 50%
4 Volume Level – High Sets Volume level to 100%
5 GateGuard®ON Provides momentary (1 second) switch closure via on-board relay. The
2-Tone Decode code must be programmed AFTER entering the
GateGuard®ON code.
6 GateGuard®OFF √The GateGuard®OFF code will disable the 2-Tone Decode Code.
7 Transmit Low Pwr (1 W) √
8 Transmit High Pwr (2 W) UHF Mode Only: Refer to Special Notice on page 3 regarding Alkaline
Battery usage.
9 Call Tone ON √When PTT button is initially pressed a Call Tone will be transmitted.
0 Call Tone OFF
√The Callbox is set from the factory with these options enabled.

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H OW TO F IELD P ROGRAM A DVANCED F EATURE C ODES .................
The OUTPOST®Callbox can be field programmed for a number of advanced features. Refer to Table 6 for the three
digit codes available for field programming. In our example we will program an RQX-456 for an RQX Reset Time of 30
seconds.
1. Refer to Table 6 to determine the three-digit feature code and write it down.
2. Loosen the (4) captive screws in the front corners of the case. These screws are captive to the
housing; to prevent damaging them, DO NOT remove the screws from the housing.
3. Separate the case front from the case back, leaving the battery connected to the radio. Make
sure the unit has batteries installed.
NOTE: The voltage of the batteries must be greater than 6 VDC to program properly.
4. Press and release the ON/PTT button on the front of the unit to turn the radio on.
5. Press and HOLD the Program Button (See FIG-3 on page 5 for location). A "P" will appear on
the program display as you enter program mode and the radio will beep rapidly.
6. Release the program button after the beeping has stopped. The radio will emit a triple beep
indicating that the radio is in program mode and a hyphen will appear on the program display.
7. Enter the 1st digit of the feature code by clicking the Program button until the program display
shows the desired number. Pause—the radio will sound a low tone and show a hyphen across
the center of the display to indicate that it is ready to accept the next digit.
8. Enter the 2nd digit of the feature code by clicking the Program button until the program display
shows the desired number. Pause—the radio sounds a low tone and will show a hyphen
across the center of the display to indicate that it is ready to accept the next digit.
9. Enter the 3rd digit of the feature code by clicking the Program button until the program display
shows the desired number. Pause—the radio sounds a low tone and will show a hyphen
across the center of the display to indicate that it is ready to accept the next digit.
10 Press and release the ON/PTT button to save your programming. A triple beep will sound to
indicate that programming was successful and a hyphen will appear on the program display.
The radio is now ready for another program entry.
NOTE: An error tone will sound if you attempt to save an incorrect code, an "E" will appear on
the display. Check the digits you are attempting to enter, then re-enter.
11. Once you have made your final program entry, press the ON/PTT button a second time to turn
the radio off. Turn the radio back on for normal operation.
T ABLE 6: A DVANCED F EATURE C ODES .........................................
Code Feature Default Description
RQX Reset Time
801 5 seconds RQX Reset Time is the length of time the RQX Callbox can remain
802 10 seconds √inactive (not receiving or transmitting) before it automatically shuts off.
803 20 seconds
804 30 seconds
805 45 seconds
806 1 minute
807 2 minutes
808 3 minutes
809 4 minutes
√The Callbox is set from the factory with these options enabled.

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T ABLE 6: A DVANCED F EATURE C ODES ( CONTINUED ) ........................
Code Feature Default Description
Switch Operation
811 No Switch * √Disables 2-Tone decode and all switch operation.
812 Switch On When Called Switch closes (e.g. strobe light turns on) when Callbox 1st receives a
call. Switch opens (e.g. stobe light turns off) as soon as the PTT is
pressed. Enabling this feature will disable 2-Tone decode.
813 Switch On When Active Switch is closed (e.g. strobe light turns on) as long as Callbox is in use.
Switch opens (e.g. stobe light turns off) when Callbox has not been used
(transmit or receive) for a period of time longer than RQX Reset Time.
Enabling this feature will disable 2-Tone decode.
814 GateGuard®Momentary * Switch is closed for 1 second when correct 2-Tone Decode Code is
received. Enabling this feature will disable any previously programmed
2-Tone decode operation and require re-entry of the 2-Tone Decode
Code before it can operate.
815 GateGuard®Toggle Switch alternately closes and opens when correct 2-Tone Decode Code
is received. Enabling this feature will disable any previously
programmed 2-Tone decode operation and require re-entry of the 2-
Tone Decode Code before it can operate.
Special Features
821 Reset to Factory Defaults Resets Callbox to Factory default programming.
822 Display Radio Revision Callbox will display a sequence of 6 digits to identify operating code
revision. This is helpful when troubleshooting the radio.
823 Enable External +12 VDC Enables the External +12 VDC “Loss of power” notification feature.
824 Disable External +12 VDC √Disables the External +12 VDC “Loss of power” notification and reverts
back to “Low Battery” notification.
825 Enable Auto Turn-Off √Callbox will automatically turn off when it has not been used (transmit or
receive) for a period of time longer than RQX Reset Time.
826 Disable Auto Turn-Off Callbox will remain on at all times. This mode of operation is not
recommended for battery-powered applications.
827 Enable Busy Channel Lockout Callbox cannot transmit when there is a received signal. A “busy signal”
will be heard on the Callbox speaker when the PTT is pressed and a
received signal is present.
828 Disable Busy Channel Lockout√Callbox will transmit whenver the PTT is pressed, regardless of any
received signal.
829 Mic Gain High Places the microphone into high gain operation where quiet and distant
voices will be heard. This mode of operation will increase background
noise transmitted by the Callbox.
820 Mic Gain Normal √Places the microphone into normal gain operation for the majority of
applications where the user is talking directly into the Callbox. This
mode of operation will decrease background noise transmitted by the
Callbox.
Listen In Time
870 Listen In Off √The Callbox will automatically transmit for a period of time equal to the
871 Listen In 5 seconds Listen In Time when the correct 2-Tone decode code is received.
872 Listen In 10 seconds Programming Listen In Time will disable any previously programmed 2-
873 Listen In 20 seconds Tone decode operation and require re-entry of the 2-Tone Decode Code
874 Listen In 30 seconds before it can operate.
Receive Volume Level
875 10% Sets the speaker volume level of received signals.
876 25%
877 50% * √
878 75%
879 100% *
√The Callbox is set from the factory with these options enabled.
* Setting is also available with Single-Digit Radio Feature Code programming.

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C ALLBOX F EATURES ..........................
The OUTPOST®Callbox has a variety of programmable
features that determine how your callbox operates. Some
of these features can be Field Programmed (FP) by you
without using special tools, while other features can only
be Programmed (PC) with a PC and RQX Series PC
Programmer version 10.1.0 or higher. Contact your
Ritron dealer or the factory for details.
Glossary of Terms
Intercom Mode – The Automatic Turn-Off feature has
been disabled and the Callbox is able to receive calls at
any time.
Sleep – If Automatic Turn-Off is DISABLED and Battery
Saver is ENABLED the Callbox will go into a low current
Sleep Time when it is not being used, waking up
periodically to check for a received message. Pressing
the ON/PTT button will wake-up the radio immediately.
Wake-Up – When Battery Saver is ENABLED and the
Callbox has entered the low current Sleep state, the
radio will wake-up periodically to check for a received
message. The Sleep Time is set by the Battery Saver Off
Time.
No Activity Time – A continuous period of time where
the Callbox is not sending or receiving a call.
Programmable Features Key:
FP for Field Programmable Feature – no software required
PC for PC Programmable Feature with Software
Field Programming Enable ..................(PC)
This option is ENABLED as the Factory Default setting.
This permits all Field Programmable features (FP) to be
field programmed by you. If DISABLED, the features can
only be programmed using special Ritron PC
Programming software.
Send Call Tone.......................... (PC or FP)
The Factory Default setting has the Call Tone feature ON
(refer to “How to Field Program Single-Digit Radio
Feature Codes on page 13). The callbox can be
programmed to transmit a Call Tone if the Reset Time
has expired and the ON/PTT button is pressed. This will
alert system users that the call is originating from the
callbox.
Speaker Volume............................(PCorFP)
The Factory Default setting is medium volume. Field
programming allows you to select from 5 different
Volume settings. PC Programming allows any volume
level between 2 – 100%. A lower speaker volume
reduces audio distortion and provides a more natural
sound. For best performance, do not set the volume any
higher than is necessary for your application.
Companding ................................ (PCorFP)
The Factory Default setting for Companding is OFF (NOT
selected). The radio can be programmed to ENABLE or
DISABLE audio companding. Companding will compress
transmit audio before sending it, and expand receive
audio before it is heard on the speaker to reduce the
background noise common in radio communications.
See page 13.
High/Low Power........................... (PCorFP)
The callbox can be set to transmit at high (2-Watt) or low
(1-Watt) power. Low power is recommended in battery
powered installations.
Refer to Special Note on page 3regarding
Alkaline batteries.
Automatic Turn-Off ....................(PC or FP)
This feature is ENABLED as the Factory Default setting.
The callbox will turn OFF when the RQX Reset Time has
expired. The Reset Time is a pre-programmed amount of
time of “no activity” (no calls transmitted, no calls
received) before the callbox turns OFF in order to
conserve battery life. The callbox can be turned back ON
when the ON/PTT button is pressed. This is the
recommended mode of operation for all battery only
powered applications.
If Automatic Turn-OFF is NOT selected, the callbox does
NOT completely turn OFF, but remains in the Intercom
mode, allowing the callbox to receive calls at any time.
Operating the callbox with Automatic Turn-OFF
DISABLED significantly increases battery drain, and is
therefore NOT recommended for battery only powered
applications. Battery life can be increased using the
Battery Saver Enable feature detailed in this section.
Battery Saver Enable...........................(PC)
When the OUTPOST®Callbox is programmed to operate
with Automatic Turn-Off disabled, Battery Saver can
increase battery life in both internal or external battery
powered applications.
With Battery Saver Enable, the callbox will periodically
Wake-Up and listen for a received signal before returning
to a low current Sleep state. The time between Wake-Up
states can be PC programmed between 0.5 - 8 seconds
with the Battery Saver Sleep Time setting. A longer time
between Wake-Up states will result in increased battery
life.
The callbox immediately leaves Battery Saver mode any
time the ON/PTT Button is pressed or a signal is
received, and will not return to Battery Saver until the
period of no activity exceeds the RQX Reset Time.
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External +12 VDC Power Fail Alert Tone
................................................ (PC or FP)
By selecting the +12 VDC Power Fail Alert Tone feature
the callbox will look for a loss of the +12 VDC power
source. The callbox will immediately transmit an Alert
Tone to notify personnel that the +12 VDC source has
been lost and is now operating on battery back-up. The
callbox will transmit an Alert Tone once every hour until
the +12 VDC power source is restored or until the back-
up batteries are exhausted. Even if this feature is NOT
selected, it will always revert to Back-up Battery power,
see page 3for details.
RQX Reset Time ........................ (PC or FP)
Set from the factory for 10 seconds, the RQX Reset Time
can be Field Programmed to 9 different times ranging
from 5 seconds to 4 minutes, and PC programmed for 1-
255 seconds. A shorter RQX Reset Time will result in
increased battery life. In standard Automatic Turn-Off
operation a longer RQX Reset Time will allow more time
for a response before the Callbox turns off.
RQX Reset Time defines the Inactivity Time allowed
before the Callbox:
•Turns Off if Automatic Turn-Off is ENABLED.
•Enters Battery Power Saver mode if Battery Power
Saver is ENABLED.
•Resets 2-Tone Paging Decode.
•Automatically opens the Switch output.
Microphone Gain ....................... (PC or FP)
The Microphone can be placed in HIGH or NORMAL
gain mode. With the microphone in high gain mode quiet
and distant voices will be heard. This mode of operation
will increase background noise transmitted by the
Callbox.
The Microphone gain is set to NORMAL mode by default.
Place the microphone in normal gain mode for the
majority of applications where the user is talking directly
into the Callbox. This mode of operation will decrease
background noise transmitted by the Callbox.
Listen In................................... (PC or FP)
Listen In allows remote activation of the Callbox
transmitter for a programmed period of time when the
correct 2-Tone code is decoded.
This feature, turned OFF by default, can be Field
Programmed to 9 different transmit times ranging from 5-
30 seconds and PC programmed for 1-255 seconds.
The 2-Tone Decode Code required to activate the
feature can be Field Programmed from the 9 different 2-
Tone Decode Codes in Table 4, or PC programmed for
any 2-Tone frequency pair between 300-1500 Hz.
Busy Channel Lockout ...............(PC or FP)
With this feature enabled the Callbox cannot transmit
when there is a received signal. A “busy signal” will be
heard on the Callbox speaker when the PTT is pressed
and a received signal is present. Busy Channel Lockout
is disabled from the factory.
Sensor/Contact Closure Input...............(PC)
The Callbox will send a warning tone when a change in
the Sensor Input is detected. The Sensor Input will
respond to an OPEN or CLOSED switch.
Transmit Beep Enable ..........................(PC)
This feature is turned on from the factory to provide a
short beep in the Callbox speaker any time the ON/PTT
button is pressed. This assures the Callbox user that the
radio has turned on and is ready to transmit their
message. With this feature disabled the Callbox will only
beep when the radio is first turned on.
RX Courtesy Beep Enable.....................(PC)
In high noise environments it is sometimes difficult to
determine when a received message has ended. With
the RX Courtesy Beep enabled the Callbox will sound a
short beep on the speaker at the end of each received
transmission.
Narrow or Wide Band Operation............(PC)
A number of table frequencies, which are Field
Programmable, offer you a choice between narrow (12.5
kHz) or wide (25 kHz) band operation. See “TABLE 1:
PROGRAMMABLE FREQUENCY CODES” on page 11. The
callbox automatically makes the narrow or wide band
adjustment depending on the frequency code selected.
The callbox can be PC programmed with Ritron RQX
software to operate either narrow or wide band on any
custom frequency within the specified band.
TX Time Out Time ...............................(PC)
Set from the factory for 60 seconds, the TX Time Out
Time can be programmed for 1-255 seconds. This sets
the length of time the Callbox can transmit continuously.
If the ON/PTT button is held down longer then the TX
Time Out Time will allow, the radio will stop transmitting
and a “Busy Signal” will be heard in the speaker until the
button is released.
DTMF or Selcall ANI............................(PC)
The RQX can be programmed to send a 3-7 digit DTMF
or Selcall ANI code at the beginning of each transmission
for radio identification.

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I NTERCOM (A LWAYS O N ) P ROGRAMMING ...................................
The OUTPOST®can be Field or PC programmed by the
factory or by your Ritron dealer to operate as a two-way
intercom. When operating as an intercom the Automatic
Turn-Off must be DISABLED so that the radio will remain
ON in a “intercom” mode. The callbox can receive a call
from another radio at any time. The higher current
requirements of Intercom operation make it undesirable
in battery powered only installations. It is recommended
that you power the callbox using +12 VDC capability.
See page 3.
Required Radio Programming:
Automatic Turn-Off......................................(PC or FP)
This feature must be DISABLED via Field or PC
programming for the callbox to remain ON at all times.
Other Programmable Features to Consider:
Battery Saver ...........................................................(PC)
Battery Saver can be used to increase battery life in
battery powered applications. With Battery Saver
activated, the callbox will periodically “wake-up” and
listen for a received signal before returning to a low
current “sleep” mode. The Sleep Time can be PC
programmed between 0.5 - 8 seconds. A longer sleep
time will result in increased battery life, but may result in
missed calls.
Busy Channel TX Inhibit ...............................(PC or FP)
If ENABLED this feature prevents you from talking over
someone else on the same channel even if they are
using a different tone code. The radio will beep a series
of long, low tones that sounds like a “busy signal” when
you press down the ON/PTT button.
U SEFUL F EATURES TO USE WITH I NTERCOM (A LWAYS O N )
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Programming for Selective Calling:
2-Tone Paging Decode..................................(PC or FP)
This allows selective calling to a Callbox in a radio
system where there is more than one Callbox. When the
Callbox is programmed for 2-tone decode in Intercom
(Always-On) mode it will sound an alert tone on the
Callbox speaker, similar to a telephone ring tone,
whenever 2-tone has been successfully decoded. This
will alert any users in the immediate area that there is an
incoming call on the Callbox.
Ring Tone.................................................................(PC)
Ring Tone must be set to sound the alert tone on the
Callbox speaker when a 2-Tone Page is successfully
decoded.
2-Tone Monitor Trip.................................................(PC)
This can be set when used with 2-Tone decode to allow
the Callbox to hear all radio traffic on the channel after it
has successfully decoded the correct 2-tone code,
regardless of QC or DQC programming. Normal
conversation will follow after the 2-tone code is decoded
and the radio will automatically reset back to 2-tone
decode after the RQX Reset Time has expired.
Switch Output Programming:
Switch on When Called.................................(PC or FP)
This will close the internal Switch Output whenever the
radio receives a call after an Inactivity Time that exceeds
the RQX Reset Time. The switch will remain closed until
the ON/PTT button is pressed or the RQX Reset Time
expires. The Switch Output could be used to turn on a
light or activate an alarm to notify users in the area that
an incoming call was present.