Ritron SLX Series User manual

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Professional
Two-way Radio
User Guide
P/N 14500054 Rev D 2/07
SLX Series
SLX Series

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SLX Custom Programmed Listing
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Two-way Radio 1800mAh Li-Ion
Battery Pack
with attached Belt Clip
Desktop Stand with
110 VAC
Rapid Charger
VHF or UHF
Antenna
User Manual
INCLUDED ITEMS
FCC APPROVAL
FCC ID: SLX-100 AIERIT21-150
SLX-400 AIERIT21-450
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Radio Overview ................................................... 3
Get Acquainted with your Radio’s Controls ........ 4
Display Icons ...................................................... 5
SLX Audio Accessories........................................ 6
Attaching the Battery ........................................... 8
Removing the Battery.......................................... 8
Dual Slot Charger................................................ 9
Attaching the Antenna ......................................... 10
ON/OFF and Volume Control .............................. 10
Operating the Radio ............................................ 11
Programmable Function Buttons......................... 12
Using the MENU/ENTER Button ......................... 13
Programmable SLX Radio Features.................... 13
MENU Accessible Features................................. 17
FCC Regulations ................................................. 18
Safety Standards................................................. 18
Service................................................................. 18
How To Obtain An FCC License .......................... 18
RF Energy Exposure Awareness and Control
Information........................................................... 19
Limited Warranty ................................................ 21
SLX Tone Codes Cross-reference Chart ............. 22
SLX Antenna Cutting Chart ................................. 24
CONTENTS
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RADIO OVER VIEW
Thank you for purchasing the RITRON 60-channel
SLX Series business band two-way radio. Read all
instructions carefully and completely before using
your new two-way radio. This instruction manual
contains important operating instructions for your
radio.
Radio Controls
The numbers below refer to the illustrations on the
next page.
1. On-Off / Volume Knob
Turn the power/volume control knob clockwise
to turn the radio on.
2. Push to Talk Button (PTT)
Push and hold to transmit; release to listen.
3. Monitor Button
Press the Monitor button momentarily to
disable the Tone squelch.
4. Emergency Button (Orange)
The emergency function allows you to transmit
an emergency signal tone to other radios on
your system. In addition, your SLX radio will
show the word “EMERGENC” on the display.
Note: After the emergency tone is transmitted, the
microphone on the sending radio will be active for
5 seconds (programmable). This allows the user of
the transmitting radio to talk hands-free.
The emergency feature can be programmed to
cycle from 1-15 times or continuously until it is
manually re-set. See your Ritron dealer for
custom settings.
5. TX (Red) and RX (Green) LED Indicator
6. Microphone
7. LCD Display (8 Character Alphanumeric)
8. 8 Programmable Function Buttons (PFB)
9. Antenna
10. Accessory Connector
Connects headsets, remote speaker/
microphones and other accessories. Replace
attached dust cap when not in use.
11. Spring Action Belt Clip
12. Speaker
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Get acquainted with your radio’s controls
1. Volume Knob
5. LED Indicator
4. Emergency Button (Orange)
7. LCD Display
6. Microphone
12. Speaker
3. Monitor Button
2. PTT Button
9. Antenna
10. Accessory
Connector
11. Belt Clip
8. 8-Programmable
Function Buttons
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Display Icons
To provide additional feedback to the radio user, the
LCD display has several status icons. Some status
icons are “radio wide”. Other icons appear only if
the feature is set to ON for the current operating
Symbol Name/Function
Signal Strength Indicator – shows
received signal strength of an incoming
call.
Full circle = strong signal
¾ circle = moderate signal
½ circle = acceptable signal
¼ circle = very weak signal
H/L - Indicates power (High or Low) setting
of individual channel.
Keypad Lock – Appears when keypad lock
is ON.
Bell – Appears when keypad tones are
ON.
Battery Level Indicator:
3 Bars = full charge
2 bars = 66%
1 = bar 33%
“Hands-Free” VOX Indicator – Appears
when Hands-Free feature is ON.
Symbol Name/Function
Scrambler Indicator – Appears when
Voice Scrambler is ON.
Talk Around Indicator – Appears when
radio is operating on the Talk Around
channel.
Scan Indicator – Appears when Channel
Scan is ON.
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SLX Audio Accessories
The Ritron offers a wide range of audio accessories and headsets to help customize your SLX radio for
your application. All SLX audio accessories include a durable, injection molded strain relief. The strain
relief keeps the audio accessory rmly attached to the SLX radio during use and attaches to the radio
using 2 Phillips head screws (provided).
1. To attach audio accessory to the SLX radio- rst remove the Phillips head screw holding the rubber dust
cover in place. (see diagram below).
2. Remove the Phillips head screw on the inside bottom of the dust cover area.
3. Remove inner foam gasket.
4. Place these items in a secure place for future possible use.
5. Attach audio accessory to the SLX radio. (see diagram for proper position of strain relief). Cord leading to
the headset or speaker mic of the accessory must be directed toward the top of the radio.
6. Do NOT over-tighten or apply excessive force when securing Phillips heads screws. Snug top and bottom
screws down to the molded strain relief.
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RSM-5XA
RHD-12X
RHD-10X
RHD-11X
RSM-5XA Remote Speaker Microphone w/ rotating
spring action clip
Speaker/mic can be attached to clothing close to mouth and
ears allowing easier communication without removing radio
from belt.
RHD-10X Earbud w/ pendant PTT w/ built-in
microphone and clip.
Enables private listening and great for noisy environments.
Mic with PTT can be attached to clothing for easy activation.
RHD-11X Security type earpiece w/ pendant PTT with
built-in microphone and clip.
Allows private listening and remote PTT for applications
requiring more discrete communications.
RHD-12X Lightweight behind-the-head headset w/
boom mic and pendant PTT.
Great for noisy environments! Single ear headset with boom
mic and in-line PTT.
LH-D Leather carry holster with swivel belt loop
DS-CB Swivel attachment, ts LH-D Leather Holster
NH-C Nylon Carry Holster with Fixed Metal Belt Clip
SLX Audio Accessories (cont...)
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1. Fit the tabs at the bottom of the battery
into the slots at the bottom of the radio’s body.
2. Press the top part of the battery towards the
radio until both latches rmly attach to the
radio.
Attaching the Battery
1. Turn off the radio.
2. Slide the latches located on both sides of the
battery downwards at the same time.
3. Pull the top part of the battery away from the
radio’s body, and remove the battery.
Removing the battery
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Dual Slot Charger
The enclosed dual slot charger can charge two batteries sequentially. The front slot must be
complete (green) before charging the 2nd slot. Note: Charge battery before use!
A completely discharged pack will be recharged
in approximately 2.5 hours.
Place radio with attached battery pack
or battery pack only (see slots for bat-
tery only)
Place spare battery pack in slot
with label facing forward
* Use only a Ritron
approved 110 VAC
Adapter.
* Do not attempt to
repair.
* Do not attempt to
charge any other
brand of battery!
* Do not expose to
rain, snow, or
moisture.
* Do not use an
extension cord to
run power to the
charger.
LED Status
Red Charging
Green Complete
Amber Waiting
Input For Ritron
110 VAC Adapter
Rear Slot
LED Indicator
Front Slot
LED Indicator
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1. To turn the radio ON, turn the knob clockwise.
To turn the radio OFF, turn the knob counter
clockwise.
2. To a d j u s t v o l u m e U P, t u r n t h e k n o b
clockwise. To turn the volume DOWN, turn the
knob counter clockwise.
1. Align the threaded end of the antenna with the
radio’s antenna connector.
2. Turn the antenna clockwise to attach to the
Attaching the Antenna
* Do not use radio or activate transmitter unless antenna is securely fastened to radio.
* Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna.
NOTE:
ON/OFF and Volume Control
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•Select the desired channel by using the Up/
Down button. When held down, channels change
continuously.
•To check channel activity, press the monitor
button.
•To talk press and hold the PTT button. Speak into
the microphone on the radio. Release to listen.
Note: For maximum clarity hold the radio 2-3 inches
away from your mouth and speak in a normal tone of
voice.
Operating the Radio
This radio offers up to 60 channels.
Radio sends the alert tone to other radios with the
same frequency and tone. If the “receiving” radio is
an SLX it will display the word “EMERGENC” on it’s
display.
• After alert tone sounds, “sending” radio’s
transmitter is “keyed” for a specied period of
time (factory default 5 seconds). This allows
any audio present at the “sending” radio to be
transmitted “hands free” to all other radios on
the system (e.g. a call for help, the location
and/or name of the person in need, reason for
Emergency).
• The Emergency function “cycle” can be
programmed to repeat a number of times
(factory default 2 times). See your dealer for
details.
• To cancel the Emergency cycle at anytime:
Press the orange button momentarily.
Sending an Emergency Call
The Emergency feature button allows the radio user to
send an Emergency Call to all other radios programmed on
the channel. For example, if the radio user should become
injured, trapped or is in danger, a simple push (HOLD for 2
seconds) of the orange button will activate the Emergency
function. The Emergency function is programmable, it
• Press and HOLD Orange button for 2
seconds, the word “EMERGENC” will be
displayed on the radio display. Alert tone sounds
on “sending” radio speaker.
Sending a Page, Call Tone, or GateGuard
Command Code
• Press the P2 button (factory default). The
pre-programmed Contact List will appear in the
radio display.
• Using the scroll up/down arrows select the
desired name in the list.
• Press the PTT button momentarily and the
code associated with the name will be
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Programmable Function Buttons (PFB’s)
Programmable Function Buttons (PFB) provide easy, one-button access to a specic feature/function. Your dealer can
program the PFB to have: no function when pressed, toggle ON or OFF a specic feature, transmit a Call Tone or a
variety of other features/functions (see complete list starting on page 13). The following table indicates the Factory
Default setting for each of the PFB’s on your radio.
PF Button Function Description of Function
Orange Emergency
(top)
Monitor Monitor If radio is programmed with sub-tone, momentarily press the Monitor
(left side) button to toggle between sub-tone, no sub-tone or open squelch (you
will hear squelch noise).
P 1TX Pwr Level Transmitter toggles between high power (UHF 4W/VHF 5W) and low
power (1W). H=High, L=Low pwr.
P 2Contact List Allows access to pre-programmed Contact List. User can scroll
contact list and/or transmit selective signaling codes e.g. GateGuard
command codes, 2-Tone codes, DTMF strings, Call Tones.
P 3Scan Radio will begin to scan designated channels. A channel must be
aggedusing PC programmer in order to be included in scan list.
Scan symbol will appear in display.
Scroll Up Scroll channels or feature sub-list.
Scroll Down Scroll channels or feature sub-list.
MENU/ENTER Allows access to MENU enabled features and/or ENTER key.
Begins Emergency Cycle. Transmits assigned Emergency Call to other
radios, transmitter keys for programmed period of time (5 seconds) to
allow hands-free operation by sender. Cycle repeats 2 times.
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Using The MENU/ENTER Button
Using the SLX special PC programming software your dealer can enable or disable access to certain features from the
radio MENU button. Listed below are instructions for accessing these feature/functions from the radio MENU button.
The MENU/ENTER button can also be assigned to have no function when pressed.
To access feature/functions via the radio MENU:
• Press , if enabled, the rst feature/function in the list will appear on the LCD display
• Use to scroll to a specic feature/function or
• Press to ENTER the feature/function appearing on the LCD display
• Use to scroll sub-list option settings for the specic feature/function
• Press to SAVE selection and exit MENU
• The last channel of operation will appear on the LCD display
Programmable SLX Radio Features
Your dealer can enable or disable access to the following features/functions. Listed below is a description of each.
The grid on the right indicates if the feature can be: (1) Assigned to a specic programmable function button, and/or
(2) If the function can be programmed to be accessible via the radio’s MENU mode. Ask your dealer for details on the
specic operation of these functions.
No Function Assigned For most basic applications and ease-of-use. If enabled, the PF button
will have no function when pressed. YES No
Menu Button Activates the radio menu feature, menu selections will appear on the display. YES No
Up/Down Scroll Buttons Scroll Up/Down any selection list. This includes channel list, menu list,
contact list, status list, RX or TX tone list, and variable level settings. YES No
Monitor/Call Cancel Will toggle sequentially between: tone, carrier, and open squelch mode, or
will clear the display of any incoming call. YES No
PF Button Menu
Assignable Accessible
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Emergency Call Allows user to send an Emergency Call/Message on a pre-dened channel to
other radios. Ex: If radio user should become injured, or is in danger. A push of the orange button
activates the Emergency Call function.Ask your dealer for on specic details and operation of this
feature. YES No
Backlight ON/OFF Turns the display backlight On or Off. YES No
Send A Selective Signaling Call, 1 - 4 Sends 2-tone Page e.g. GateGuard\Command code,
5-Tone Page, DTMF ANI numbers on a per channel basis. YES No
Send A Call Tone You can transmit a Call Tone to other radios in your group to alert them that
you are about to talk. Radio transmits alternating tones for as long as the programmable
function button is pressed. YES No
Group Select When programmed to a programmable function button, allows quick access to a
group of up to 10 pre-programmed channels. YES YES
Go To A Fix (Pre-Set) Channel #, 1 - 4 “Speed dial” for quickly accessing pre-programmed
channel(s). Eliminates the need to scroll through channels. A programmable function button can be
assigned to 1 of up to 4 pre-set channels. YES No
Keypad Lock ON/OFF Prevents accidental activation of the front panel buttons. Icon appears on
LCD display when ON. YES YES
Alerts ON/OFF Turn keypad tones OFF for silent operation. Icon will appear on LCD display
when ON. YES YES
Send DTMF Digits Radio can be programmed by your dealer to transmit unique DTMF digits on a
per channel basis and/or via programmable function button. YES No
Normal Scan ON/OFF Must be programmed by your dealer. Channels must be agged as eligible
scan channels. Normal Scan will periodically check these channels to prevent missed calls. YES YES
Programmable function button can be set to turn function ON or OFF. Icon will appear on LCD
display when scan is ON.
Talk Around ON/OFF Causes the radio to transmit on the receive frequency on channels where
the RX and TX are not the same. Icon will appear on the LCD Display when ON. YES YES
PF Button Menu
Assignable Accessible
Programmable SLX Radio Features (cont....)
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Tx/Rx Tone Select Select CTCSS or DCS encode and decode tone codes on the current
operating channel. YES YES
TX Power Level Set transmit power to high, medium or low on current operating channel. Icon
(H or L) will appear on LCD display. YES YES
Battery Saver ON/OFF When ON, battery life is extended. YES YES
Missed Call Displays a list of missed Selcall calls. YES YES
Contact List Select and send from a list of pre-programmed encode codes. E.g. 2-Tone
GateGuard Command codes to open different gates, turn on lights, pump control etc. YES YES
Status List Select and send from a list of pre-programmed “status” messages. E.g. Text
messaging. YES YES
Voice Scrambler ON/OFF Provides added security and privacy. When ON, voice transmissions
are scrambled. Can be programmed on a channel-by-channel basis. Icon will appear on LCD
display when ON. YES YES
Squelch Level Will display the current squelch level and allow the user to raise or lower squelch
with the Up and Down buttons. Smaller numbers increase squelch sensitivity, allowing the radio to
hear weak and distant signals. Larger numbers decreases sensitivity, only strong, quiet signals
are heard. YES YES
Password Prevents unauthorized use of the radio. At radio turn on user must enter 4 character
password before radio will operate. Password is entered using the Up/Dwn scroll buttons and
MENU button. YES YES
Priority Scan ON/OFF Must be enabled by your dealer. Designates a priority channel that is
checked more frequently than other channels to prevent missed calls. YES YES
“Hands-Free” VOX ON/OFF Allows “hands-free” use of the radio, without an audio accessory
(I.e. a headset). Icon will appear on LCD display when ON. YES YES
Priority Scan Channel Allows the user to set the priority channel from a list of available channels. No YES
PF Button Menu
Assignable Accessible
Programmable SLX Radio Features (cont....)
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VOX Level Allows user to select the voice audio level required to “key” the transmitter. VOX Level
can be set from 0-15. A higher number makes the VOX circuit “MORE” sensitive (“less” audio is
required) to trigger VOX operation. A lower number makes the VOX circuit “LESS” sensitive (“more”
audio is required). No YES
Ear PTT ON/OFF Enables or disables microphone on radio. Allows use of earbud (listen only)
device while microphone on radio remains enabled. No YES
Missed Call List Delete Clears the Missed Call List. No YES
Missed Call Send Will automatically send the current Status message if a Missed Call is detected. No YES
LED Indicator ON/OFF LED on top of the radio can be set to “blink” green every 10 seconds. No YES
Lone Worker Useful in situations where the radio user works alone and is either required to or it
would be helpful to check in at regular intervals. SLX radio can be programmed to sound a tone to
remind the Lone Worker that they must “call in”. If they do not call in within the specied period, radio
will automatically send the Emergency code. No YES
Radio Reset See your Dealer for details No YES
Caller/Group ID Each transmission (16 possible codes) is uniquely identied. Receiving radios
show name of caller/group on LCD display. No No
Selcall (Selective Calling) 2-Way Paging Selcall is a voice call to a specic radio or group
of radios. The caller selects the radio or group of radios from a pre-programmed “contact list.” No YES
Status Messaging Send and receive pre-programmed alpha/numeric status messages. No YES
[Ack]nowledge Sending radio receives an [Ack]nowledge message conrming that the
Selcall or Status Message has been received. No No
PF Button Menu
Assignable Accessible
Programmable SLX Radio Features (cont....)
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MENU Navigation Chart
This chart shows the order of all MENU Accessible features. To be accessible from the radio’s MENU they
must rst be “Enabled” using the PC programming software. The button is the Factory Default for
the MENU selection function. See page 12 for the Factory Default settings for each PF Button.
Note: Not all features are “Enabled” from the factory.
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FCC REGULATIONS
LICENSING —The FCC requires the owners of SLX Series radios to obtain a
station license before using them.
The station licensee is responsible for ensuring that transmitter power, frequen-
cy and deviation are within the limits specied by the station license. The sta-
tion licensee is also responsible for proper operation and maintenance of the
radio equipment. This includes checking the transmitter frequency and deviation
periodically, using appropriate methods.
To get a FCC license for VHF or UHF frequencies, submit FCC application Form
600 as indicated in the block at right. Your Ritron dealer can help you with this
process.
SAFETY STANDARDS —The FCC has adopted a safety standard for RF en-
ergy exposure awareness and control information, and operational instructions
for FCC occupational use requirements. Refer to page 20 for complete details.
Service - Federal law prohibits you from making any internal adjustments
to the transmitter, and/ or from changing transmit frequencies unless you
are specically designated by the licensee.
If your radio equipment fails to operate properly, or you wish to have the
radio programmed, contact your authorized dealer or Ritron.
HOW TO OBTAIN AN FCC RADIO LICENSE
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Licensing Information
Because your Ritron radio operates on Private Land
Mobile frequencies, it is subject to the Rules and
Regulations of the FCC, which requires all operators
of these frequencies to obtain a station license before
operating their equipment. Make application for your
FCC license on FCC Forms 600 and 159.
To have forms and instructions faxed to you by
the FCC, call the FCC Fax-On-Demand system
at 202-418-0177 from your fax machine;
request Document 000600 & Form 159.
To have Document 000600 & Form 159 mailed
to you, call the FCC Forms Hotline at
800-418-FORM (800-418-3676).
For help with questions concerning the
license application, contact the FCC at
888-CALL-FCC (888-225-5322).
You must decide which radio frequency(ies) you
can operate on before lling out your application;
refer to Table 1 on page 15 of this manual.
For help determining your frequencies, call
Ritron at 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872).