Vertex Standard EVX-5300 User manual

Programmable Functions/Features
 AvailableProgrammableFunctionKeys
 2-ToneEncode/Decodeø1
 5-ToneEncode/Decodeø1
 MDC-1200®Encode/Decodeø1
 HornAlert
 PA(PublicAddress)
 Scan
 GroupScanø3
 DualWatch
 FM-Scan(Follow-MeScan)
 TAScan
 Encryptionø1
 Privacy(Basic/Enhanced)ø2
 VOX
 TalkAround
 Emergency
 LoneWorker
 TXSaveDisable
 DirectChannelEntryø3,4
 CodeUp/Downø1,3
 CodeSetø1,3
 SpeedDialø1
 DTMFCodeSetø1,3,4
 IDCheckø1,3
 TextMessageø2,3
 ARTSTMø1/ARTS
II
TM(
AutoRangeTranspondSystem
)
ø1:Analogmodeonly
ø2:Digitalmodeonly
ø3:EVX-5400only
ø4:RequiresOptionalMH-75A8J
EVX-5300
EVX-5400
oPerating manual
EVX-5300 EVX-5400

Unsafe Radiation Distance
Congratulations!
You now have at your ngertips a valuable communications tool: a Vertex Stan-
dard two-way radio! Rugged, reliable and easy to use, your Vertex Standard radio
will keep you in constant touch with your colleagues for years to come, with negli-
gible maintenance downtime.
Please take a few minutes to read this manual carefully. The information presented
here will allow you to derive maximum performance from your radio.
We’re glad you joined the Vertex Standard team. Call on us anytime, because com-
munications is our business. Let us help you get your message across.
Notice !
There are no owner-serviceable parts inside the transceiver. All service jobs
must be referred to an authorized Vertex Standard Service Representative.
Consult your Authorized Vertex Standard dealer for installation of optional
accessories.
Safety/WarNiNg iNformatioN
WARNING - DO NOT operate the EVX-5300/-5400 radio when any
person(s) (bystanders) outside the vehicle are within the distances shown in
the chart at the bottom of this section.
Safety Training information:
Antennas used for this transmitter must not exceed an antenna gain of
0 dBi. The radio must be used in vehicle-mount congurations with a maxi-
mum operating duty cycle not exceeding 50 %, in typical Push-to-Talk con-
gurations.
This radio is restricted to occupational use, work related operations only
where the radio operator must have the knowledge to control the exposure
limits of passengers and bystanders by maintaining the minimum separa-
tion distance shown below.
Failure to observe these restrictions will result in exceeding the FCC RF
exposure limits.
Antenna Installation:
For rear deck trunk installation, the antenna must be located at least the fol-
lowing distance away from rear-seat passengers in order to comply with the
FCC RF exposure requirements.
For roof top installations, the antenna must be placed in the center of the
roof.
VHF Model UHF Model
2.9 Feet (0.89 m)2.1 Feet (0.64 m)

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EVX-5300 EVX-5400
IntroductIon
The EVX-5300/-5400 series are a full-featured Digital/Analog transceiver de-
signed for exible mobile and base station business communications in the VHF/
UHF Land Mobile bands. These transceivers are designed for reliable business
communications in a wide variety of applications for a wide range of operating ca-
pabilities.
The EVX-5300/-5400 series operate using the TDMA protocol for spectrum and
power efficiency resulting in lower total equipment cost compared to FDMA.
Digital eliminates noise and static from voice transmit to deliver only the in-
tended voice message crisply and clearly. The EVX-5300/-5400 series feature the
AMBE+2™ vocoder for enhanced voice quality.
The EVX-5300 allows up to 8 memory channels. The EVX-5400 allows up to
512-channel capacity and 32 groups which can each be programmed with an
8-character Alpha-Numeric Tag. Important channel frequency data is stored in the
ash memory, and is easily programmable by a Vertex Standard licensed dealer
using a personal computer with Vertex Standard Programming equipment: FIF-
12 USB Programming Interface, CT-104A (or CT-171) Connection Cable with
CE142 Software. Or, once a single radio is programmed, cloning cable CT-4 can
be used to program additional radios directly.
The pages which follow will detail the many advanced features provided by the
EVX-5300/-5400 series transceiver. After reading this manual, you may wish to
consult with your Network Administrator regarding precise details of the congu-
ration of this equipment for use in your application.
For North American Users Regarding 406 MHz Guard Band
The U.S. Coast Guard and National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Ad-
ministration have requested the cooperation of the U.S. Federal Communi-
cations Commission in preserving the integrity of the protected frequency
range 406.0 to 406.1 MHz, which is reserved for use by distress beacons.
Do not attempt to program this apparatus, under any circumstances, for op-
eration in the frequency range 406.0 - 406.1 MHz if the apparatus is to be
used in or near North America.

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WarnIng! Fcc rF ExposurE rEquIrEmEnts
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERA-
TION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS
DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS
DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
THE GRANTEE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CHANGES OR MODIFI-
CATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE
FOR COMPLIANCE. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S
AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that inter-
ference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the inter-
ference by one or more of the following measures:
r Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
r Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
r Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
r Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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WarnIng! Ic rss gEnEral rEquIrEmEnts
English
r This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
r Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate
using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the
transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other
users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent
isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for suc-
cessful communication.
r Antennas used for this transmitter (identify the device by certication number,
or model number if Category II) must not exceed an antenna gain of 0 dBi.
The radio must be used in vehicle-mount congurations with a maximum op-
erating duty cycle not exceeding 50 %, in typical Push-to-Talk congurations.
Antenna types having a gain greater than 0 dBi are strictly prohibited for use
with this device.
FrEnch
r Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables
aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux
conditions suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2)
l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
r Conformément à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur ra-
dio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain maximal (ou in-
férieur) approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire
les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l’intention des autres utilisateurs,
il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope
rayonnée quivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépassepas l’intensité nécessaire à l’établisse-
ment d’une communication satisfaisante.
r Antennes utilisées pour cet émetteur (identier le dispositif par son numéro de
certication ou son numéro de modèle s’il fait partie du matériel de catégorie
II) ne doit pas dépasser un gain de l’antenne de 0 dBi. La radio doit être utili-
sée dans des congurations de montage en véhicule avec un maximum d’uti-
lisation en fonctionnement n’excédant ne pas 50 %, dans des congurations
typiques de Push-to-Talk. Types d’antenne ayant un gain supérieur à 0 dBi
sont strictement interdits pour une tilisation avec cet appareil.

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controls & connEctors (EVx-5300)
Front Panel
Important! - All buttons located on the Front Panel are Programmable Function
(PF) keys, congured according to your network requirements and programmed
by your Vertex Standard dealer. The instructions below describe a typically-cong-
ured radio.
 PWR ( ) Button
Press and hold in this button for 2 seconds to toggle the transceiver’s power
“on” and “off”.
 VOL Knob
Turn this control clockwise to increase the volume.
 Microphone Jack
Connect the microphone plug to this jack.
 TX/BUSY Indicator
Indicates transceiver’s Transmit/Receive Status.
 [P1] - [P4] Keys (Programmable Function Keys)
These keys can be set up for special applications, such as High/Low power
selection, Monitor, Talk-Around, etc., as determined by your network require-
ments and programmed by your Vertex Standard dealer.
 []/[] Keys (Programmable Function Keys)
In the factory default, pressing either key changes the current channel.
 
 


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controls & connEctors (EVx-5300)
 Channel Number Indicator
Indicates the operating channel.
 Transceiver Status Indicator
The “A”, “B”, and “C” indicators show current transceiver status, which can
be customized via programming by your Vertex Standard dealer to meet your
communications/network requirements. The possible indicators are explained
below.
transcEIVEr status IndIcator
status
IndIcator dEscrIptIon
A B C
MONI The indicator is illuminated constantly when the
signaling feature is disabled. The indicator blinks
while the audio is passing normally.
SCAN CH Indicator is illuminated when the scan enabled
channel is recalled.
Low Power Indicator is illuminated when the radio’s transmitter
is set to the “Low Power” mode.
TA (Talk Around)Indicator is illuminated when the “Talk Around”
function is activated.
Privacy (Digital)
Encryption (Analog)
Indicator is illuminated when the “Privacy” (Digital
mode) or “Voice Scrambler” (Analog mode) func-
tion is enabled.
Emergency Indicator is illuminated when the “Emergency” fea-
ture is activated.
Horn Alert Indicator is illuminated when the “Horn Alert” fea-
ture is activated.
PA (Public Address)Indicator is illuminated when the radio is turned to
a PA amplier.
Lock Indicator is illuminated when the “Lock” feature is
activated.
ACC2 Indicator is illuminated when the output port “2” on
the Accessory Connector is turned to “ON”.
RFC Indicator is illuminated when the radio is in the
“Ready for Communication” condition while operat-
ing with the 2-Tone or 5-Tone signaling.

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controls & connEctors (EVx-5400)
Front Panel
Important! - All buttons located on the Front Panel are Programmable Function
(PF) keys, congured according to your network requirements and programmed
by your Vertex Standard dealer. The instructions below describe a typically-cong-
ured radio.
 PWR ( ) Button
Press and hold in this button for 2 seconds to toggle the transceiver’s power
“on” and “off”.
 VOL Knob
Turn this control clockwise to increase the volume.
 Microphone Jack
Connect the microphone plug to this jack.
 TX/BUSY Indicator
Indicates transceiver’s Transmit/Receive Status.
 [P1] - [P4] Keys (Programmable Function Keys)
These keys can be set up for special applications, such as High/Low power
selection, Monitor, Talk-Around, etc., as determined by your network require-
ments and programmed by your Vertex Standard dealer.
 []/[] Keys (Programmable Function Keys)
In the factory default, pressing either key changes the current channel.
 
 


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 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
The display includes a 8-character alpha-numeric section showing Channel
nametags/identity information and error messages, and an upper icon row dis-
playing feature status (see below).
“Call” indicator
“Dual Watch” is activated
Low Transmit Power Mode “ON”
: “Scan” is enabled
: “Priority Scan” is activated
“Talk-Around” is enabled
Receiver Monitor
“Group Scan” is enabled
“AUX A” Port,
Option Switch (Key Function),
or “Lone Worker” is activated
“VOX” is activated
“Privacy” or
“Encryption” is enabled
Priority-2 Channel
“Audio Compander” is activated
RSSI Indicator
(four steps)
8 Character Alpha-numeric Display
“5-tone Status Call” or
“Digital Text Message” is received
Sub Display

Channel Group Number

TX ID Type: Digital Mode

Message Number: Text Message Mode

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Rear Panel
controls & connEctors



 Antenna Jack
The 50-Ohm coaxial feedline to the antenna must be connected here, using a
mini-UHF plug.
 13.6V DC Cable Pigtail with Connector
The supplied DC power cable must be connected to this 2-pin connector. Use
only the supplied fused cable, extended if necessary, for power connection.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type fuse.
 External Speaker Jack
An external loudspeaker may be connected to this 2-contact, 3.5-mm mini-
phone jack.
Caution: Do not connect either wire of this line to ground, and be certain that
the speaker has adequate capability to handle the audio output (12 W) from
the radio.
 D-Sub 15-Pin Accessory Connector
External TX audio line input, PTT (Push To Talk), Squelch, and external RX
audio line output signals may be obtained from this connector for use with ac-
cessories such as data transmission/reception modems, and external Channel
control input, etc.

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BasIc opEratIon
Important! - Before turning on the radio the rst time, conrm that the power con-
nections have been made correctly and that a proper antenna is connected to the
antenna jack.
Switching Power ON/OFF
r Press and hold in the PWR( ) button for 2 seconds to turn the radio on. The
channel number indicator will indicate the operating channel.
r Press the []/[] key to choose the desired operating channel. The display
indicates a channel number (EVX-5300) or channel name (EVX-5400). The
radio announces the channel number if the Channel Announcement Feature is
enabled via the PC programming software.
r In the EVX-5400, if you want to select an operating channel from a different
group, press the Programmable Function (PF) key which is programmed to
the Group Up/Down feature to select the group you want before selecting the
operating channel. See page 11 for more information of the Programmable
Function keys.
Setting the Volume
r Turn the VOL knob clockwise to increase the volume and counterclockwise to
decrease it.
Transmitting
r To transmit, monitor the channel and make sure it is clear.
r If no signal is present on the analog channel, press the PF key which is pro-
grammed to the Monitor feature to listen for channel activity.
r When receiving a call, transmit only after the incoming call ends. The radio
cannot receive a call and transmit simultaneously.
r Press the PTT switch. If the channel is clear, the TX/BUSY indicator will
glow red (on the Analog Channel) or blue (on the Digital Channel). The radio
is now transmitting. While holding in the PTT switch, speak across the face
of the microphone in a clear and normal voice. For best transmission, hold the
microphone about 1-1/2 to 2 inches (4 ~ 5 cm) away from your mouth. Re-
lease the PTT switch to receive.
r If the BCLO (Busy Channel Lockout) feature has been programmed on an ana-
log channel, the radio will not transmit when a carrier is present. Instead, the
radio will generate short beep three times. Release the PTT switch and wait for
the channel to be clear of activity.
r If the BTLO (Busy Tone Lockout) feature has been programmed on an analog
channel or CCLO (Color Code Lockout) feature has been programmed on
a digital channel, the radio can transmit only when there is no carrier being
received or when the carrier being received includes the correct tone (CTCSS
tone or DCS code) on an analog channel or correct code on a digital channel.

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Transmit Time-Out Timer
If the selected channel has been programmed for automatic time-out, you must
limit the length of each transmission. While transmitting, a beep will sound 10 sec-
onds before time-out. Another beep will sound just before the deadline; the red “TX”
indicator will disappear and transmission will cease soon thereafter. To resume
transmitting, you must release the PTT switch and wait for the “penalty timer” to
expire (if you press the PTT switch before this timer expires, the timer restarts,
and you will have to wait another “penalty” period).
Key Lock
In order to prevent accidental operating function/feature change or inadvertent
transmission, various aspects of the front panel’s keys may be locked out.
To activate the Locking feature, press and hold in the [P1] key while turning the
radio on. To disable the Locking feature, repeat this power-on procedure.
BasIc opEratIon

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Programmable Function (PF) Keys
The EVX-5300/-5400 series includes six Programmable Function (PF) keys.
These PF keys can be customized, via programming by your Vertex Standard
dealer, to meet your communications/network requirements.
The possible PF key programming features are illustrated on the next page, and
these functions are explained beginning after page 14. For further details, contact
your Vertex Standard dealer.
In this chapter, the following icons are used to indicate features supported in either
the “Analog” mode or “Digital” mode:
: Indicates a “Analog” mode only feature.
: Indicates a “Digital” mode only feature.
For features that are available in both “Analog” and “Digital” modes, no icon is
shown.
For future reference, check the box next to each function that has been assigned to
the PF key on your particular radio and keep it handy.

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FunctIon
programmaBlE KEy
(prEss KEy/prEss & Hold KEy)
mIcropHonE KEy
(prEss KEy/prEss & Hold KEy)
P1 P2 P3 P4   A B C D Ü#
None /// / ///// / / /
Monitor ////////////
Monitor -Momentarily- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /--
Dimmerø1////////////
Low Power ////////////
Privacy/Encryption /// / //// / ///
Privacy Setø1////////////
SETø1////////////
SQL OFF ////////////
SQL OFF -Momentarily- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /--
SQL Setø1////////////
Beep OFF ////////////
AF Minimum Volume ////////////
CH Announcement ////////////
Whisper ////////////
VOX ////////////
VOX Setø1////////////
VOX Anti-Trip ////////////
Horn Alert ////////////
PA (Public Address) ////////////
EXT ACC 1 /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /--
EXT ACC 2 ////////////
Emergency /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /--
Lone Worker ////////////
Group Upø1////////////
Group Downø1////////////
Channel Up ////////////
Channel Down ////////////
Speed CH Upø1--/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/
Speed CH Downø1--/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/ --/
PRI-1 ////////////
PRI-2 ////////////
PRI-2 Set ////////////
PRI-2 Disable ////////////
Direct CH 1 ////////////
Direct CH 2 ////////////
Direct CH 3 ////////////
Direct CH 4 ////////////
Direct CH Entryø1, 2 --/-- --/-- --/-- --/-- --/-- --/-- / / / / / /
Scan ////////////
Group Scanø1////////////
Dual Watch ////////////
FM-Scan ////////////
Scan Set ////////////
Group Scan Setø1////////////
ø1: This function cannot assign to EVX-5300.
ø2: Requires the optional MH-75A8J Microphone.

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ø1: This function cannot assign to EVX-5300.
ø2: Requires the optional MH-75A8J Microphone.
FunctIon
programmaBlE KEy
(prEss KEy/prEss & Hold KEy)
mIcropHonE KEy
(prEss KEy/prEss & Hold KEy)
P1 P2 P3 P4   A B C D Ü#
TA Scan /////////// /
Talk Around ////////////
Reset ////////////
CALL 1 ////////////
CALL 2 ////////////
CALL 3 ////////////
CALL 4 /////// / ////
CALL 5 ////////////
Code Upø1////////////
Code Downø1////////////
Code Setø1////////////
Speed Dial ////////////
DTMF Code Setø1, 2 --/-- --/-- --/-- --/-- --/-- --/-- / / / / / /
Call ////////////
Status Setø1////////////
Status Upø1////////////
Status Downø1////////////
Status Checkø1////////////
Duty // / //// / ////
ID Checkø1////////////
ARTS Loginø1////////////
Text Messageø1////////////
Option SW1 /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /-- /--
Option SW2 ////////////
TX Save Disable ////////////
Lock ////////////

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Description of Operating Functions
monItor
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to cancel any signaling features.
In the EVX-5400, when the Monitor function is activated, the “ ” icon will be in-
dicated on the display.
monItor -momEntarIly-
Cancel any signaling features while pressing the assigned PF key.
In the EVX-5400, the “ ” icon will be indicated on the display while canceling
any signaling features.
dImmEr (This function is only available in the EVX-5400)
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to select the brightness level of the
display and keypad of the optional MH-75A8J 16-Keypad Microphone if used.
loW poWEr
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to set the radio’s transmitter to the
“Low Power” mode. Press, (or press and hold), the PF key again to return to “High
Power” operation when in difcult terrain.
In the EVX-5300, when the radio’s transmitter is set to “Low Power” mode, the
Transceiver Status Indicator (“A”, “B” or “C”) will illuminate if the “Low Power”
status is assigned to one of the Transceiver Status Indicators.
In the EVX-5400, when the radio’s transmitter is set to “Low Power” mode, the “L”
icon will be indicated on the display.
prIVacy
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to toggle the Privacy feature “On”
and “Off”. The Privacy feature initiates an encryption algorithm that will protect
your communication from unauthorized eavesdropping.
In the EVX-5300, when the Privacy feature is activated, the Transceiver Status In-
dicator (“A”, “B” or “C”) will illuminate if the “Privacy” status is assigned to one
of the Transceiver Status Indicators.
In the EVX-5400, when the Privacy feature is activated, the “ ” icon will be indi-
cated on the display.
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prIVacy sEt (This function is only available in the EVX-5400)
You can change a Privacy Key Code to maintain the best security using this
function:
r Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key. A tone will sound, and the
current Privacy Key Number and its tag name will appear on the display.
r Press the []/[] key to select the desired Privacy Key Code.
r Press the [P4] key to store the new setting. The display indicates “- SET -”
briey, then reverts to the normal channel indication.
You may cancel the new setting by pressing the [P3] key. In this case, the
display indicates “-CANCEL-” briey.
Note: If the optional MH-75A8J 16-Keypad Microphone is used, you may select
the Privacy Key Code and set/cancel the setting by the microphone’s [A], [B], [C],
and [D] key in place of [], [], [P3], and [P4] key.
EncryptIon
When the Voice Scrambler feature is enabled, press, (or press and hold), the as-
signed PF key to toggle the Voice Encryption “On” and “Off”.
In the EVX-5300, when the Voice Encryption is activated, the Transceiver Status
Indicator (“A”, “B” or “C”) will illuminate if the “Encryption” status is assigned
to one of the Transceiver Status Indicators.
In the EVX-5400, when the Voice Encryption is activated, the “ ” icon will be
indicated on the display.
sEt (This function is only available in the EVX-5400)
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to activate the “User Set (Menu)”
mode. See page 36 for more information of the “User Set (Menu)” mode.
sql oFF
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to open the SQL (Squelch) to hear
background noise (unmute the audio).
In the EVX-5400, when the SQL OFF function is activated, the “ ” icon will be
blinked on the display.
sql oFF -momEntarIly-
Opens the SQL (Squelch) to hear background noise (unmute the audio) when
pressing the assigned PF key.
In the EVX-5400, the “ ” icon will blink on the display while opening the
Squelch.
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sql sEt (This function is only available in the EVX-5400)
You can manually adjust the squelch level using this function:
r Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key. A tone will sound, and the cur-
rent squelch level will appear on the display.
r Press the []/[] key to select the desired squelch level. Available selections
are “SQLLV OP (Open)”, “SQLLV TH (Threshold)”, “SQLLV NM (Nor-
mal)” and “SQLLV TI (Tight)”.
r Press the [P4] key to store the new setting. The display indicates “- SET -”
briey, then reverts to the normal channel indication.
You may cancel the new setting by pressing the [P3] key. In this case, the dis-
play indicates “- CANCEL -” briey.
Note: If the optional MH-75A8J 16-Keypad Microphone is used, you may select
the squelch level and set/cancel the setting by the microphone’s [A], [B], [C], and
[D] key in place of [], [], [P3], and [P4] key.
BEEp oFF
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to disable the radio beeps and the
channel announcement (if activated) temporarily. Press again, (or press and hold
again), the assigned PF key, to enable the radio beeps and the channel announce-
ment.
In the EVX-5400, when the Beep Off function is “on” and “off”, the display indi-
cates briey “BEEP OFF” and “BEEP ON”.
aF mInImum VolumE
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to reduce the audio output to the
(lower) level programmed. Again press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key,
resume normal audio output level.
In the EVX-5400, when AF Minimum Volume function is “on” and “off”, the
display indicates briey “AFATT ON” and “AFATT OF”. Furthermore, you may
change the programmed (lower) level by the “User Set (Menu)” mode. See page
36 for more information.
cH announcEmEnt
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to select the channel change con-
rmation between “beep” (and indicates “BEEP” briey in the EVX-5400) and
“announcement” (and indicates “ANNOUNCE” briey in the EVX-5400).

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WHIspEr
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to increase the microphone gain;
allowing you to speak in a low voice (whisper) temporarily. Press again, (or press
and hold again), the assigned PF key to resume normal microphone gain.
In the EVX-5400, when the Whisper function is “on” and “off”, the display indi-
cates briey “WHISP ON” and “WHISP OF”.
Vox
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to activate the VOX function; al-
lowing hands-free, automatic activation of the transmitter, based on voice input
into the microphone. You may disable the VOX function temporarily by pressing
the PTT switch.
Press again, (or press and hold again), the assigned PF key to resume normal op-
eration.
In the EVX-5400, 1) when the VOX function is activated by operation from the
external equipment, a small dot (“.”) will be indicated at the bottom right of the
display, and 2) when the VOX function is “on” and “off”, the display indicates
briey “VOX ON” and “VOX OFF”.
Vox sEt (This function is only available in the EVX-5400)
You can manually adjust the VOX Gain using this function:
r Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key. A tone will sound, and the cur-
rent VOX Gain level will appear on the display.
r Press the []/[] key to select the desired VOX Gain level. Available selec-
tions are “VOXLV –8” to “VOXLV +8”.
r Press the [P4] key to store the new setting. The display indicates “- SET -”
briey, then reverts to the normal channel indication.
You may cancel the new setting by pressing the [P3] key. In this case, the dis-
play indicates “- CANCEL -” briey.
Note: If the optional MH-75A8J 16-Keypad Microphone is used, you may select
the VOX Gain level and set/cancel the setting by the microphone’s [A], [B], [C],
and [D] key in place of [], [], [P3], and [P4] key.
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Vox antI-trIp
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to toggle the VOX Anti-Trip fea-
ture “On” and “Off”.
When the VOX Anti-Trip feature is set to “On”, the transceiver does not activate
the transmitter section from the receiver audio or own beep sound.
Press again, (or press and hold again), the assigned PF key, the VOX Anti-Trip
feature is disabled.
In the EVX-5400, when the VOX Anti-Trip feature is “on” and “off”, the display
indicates briey “ATRP ON” and “ATRP OFF”.
Horn alErt
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to activate the Horn Alert function.
If you receive a call from the base station with the signaling, horn alert will be ac-
tivated and your vehicle’s horn will sound.
Press again, (or press and hold again), the assigned PF key, the Horn Alert func-
tion is disabled.
In the EVX-5300, when the Horn Alert function is activated, the Transceiver
Status Indicator (“A”, “B” or “C”) will illuminate if the “Horn Alert” status is as-
signed to one of the Transceiver Status Indicators.
In the EVX-5400, when the Horn Alert function is “on” and “off”, the display in-
dicates briey “HA ON” and “HA OFF”.
pa (puBlIc addrEss)
Press, (or press and hold), the assigned PF key to use the transceiver as a PA am-
plier. The Public Address can be used even while scanning and receiving a call.
Press again, (or press and hold again), the assigned PF key, the Public Address
function is disabled.
In the EVX-5300, when the Public Address function is activated, the Transceiver
Status Indicator (“A”, “B” or “C”) will illuminate if the “Public Address” status
is assigned to one of the Transceiver Status Indicators.
In the EVX-5400, when the Public Address function is activated, the “PA” indica-
tion will be indicated on the display.
Ext acc 1
Activates the output port “1” of the D-Sub 15-pin Accessory Connector while
pressing the assigned PF key.