Wildlife Materials TRX-10S User manual
TRX-10S RECEIVER
Instructions for Use
NOTES:
--ELECTRONICS (parts & labor) are guaranteed for FIVE YEARS.
--This receiver is NOT WATERPROOF and not guaranteed to be so. In
rain, snow, fog, etc., please COVER RECEIVER. Water inside the
receiver will void the warranty.
Specifications:
Frequency Coverage -- 10 channels that are 10 KHz-wide @ 40 KHz spacing standard
Sensitivity -- -147 to -149 dBm Minimum Discernible Signal
Selectivity -- plus or minus 2 KHz @ 6dB down
Stability -- plus or minus 1 KHz from -4 to +122 degrees F
Features --
• Sensitive signal meter
• Built-in attenuator
• Rechargeable nicad batteries
• External DC power cord for vehicle cigarette-lighter socket
• Padded nylon carrying case with belt loop and shoulder strap
• Weight: 1 pound Length: 5 3/4" Width: 3" Height: 2 1/4"
Front Panel Controls:
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
-5
+5
0
CHANNEL
TUNE
GAIN
MIN.
MAX.
MAX
RANGE
ON
PWR OFF
ATTEN. ON
PHONE
Wildlife Materials Inc.
Carbondale, Illinois
design by M. Burke
INFORMATION about FRONT PANEL CONTROLS:
PHONE JACK: Allows connection for low-impedance earphone or headphone with 3.5
mm plug. Sound from speaker is disconnected when phone jack is used.
MAX RANGE ON/POWER OFF/ATTEN ON: This multipurpose 3-position switch turns
the power on and off. It also operates the attenuator, needed when your receiver is
being swamped by the animal's beeping signal.
When the switch is in the MAXimum RANGE ON position, the receiver power is
turned on and the attenuator is off to give best long distance tracking.
When the switch is in the ATTENuator ON position, the receiver power is turned on
and the attenuator is on for best close-in tracking.
When the switch is in the center POWER OFF position, the receiver power is
turned off to save battery.
GAIN: Sets receiver volume; turn clockwise for more volume; turn counterclockwise for
less.
TUNE: Fine-tunes each 10 KHz channel. O (zero) position marks the channel center. -5
and +5 are marks to show plus and minus 5 KHz from center frequency.
CHANNEL: Ten-position channel switch allows selection of the desired frequency
number. See list of channels/frequency ranges on top of receiver.
SIGNAL METER: Enhances direction and location finding by allowing comparison of
signal with the beeping sound coming from transmitter. The sensitive needle deflects to
match transmitter collar's sound. The stronger the signal, the more the needle is moved
to the right with the beep.
INFORMATION about CONTROLS at BACK of receiver:
ANTENNA JACK: (at lower back) accepts antenna's BNC Connector with 50-ohm coax
cable
DUAL PURPOSE DC EXTERNAL POWER JACK and RECHARGER JACK: (at upper
back) allows receiver to be operated by DC power cord from vehicle cigarette lighter
plug-in. Also insert recharger plug here for recharging NiCad batteries.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. To turn on receiver, push toggle switch UP to Max(imum) Range On. For battery
conservation, turn the receiver OFF by pushing the toggle switch to central POWER
OFF position after you have located your animal's signal. The TRX-10S Receiver will
automatically be powered by rechargeable NiCad batteries.
If you wish to power the receiver from a vehicle, insert the DC power cord's male plug
into the DC External Power Jack at the upper back, then insert other end of DC Power
Cord into vehicle cigarette lighter. The toggle switch on receiver face can be pushed up
to MAX RANGE ON or down to ATTEN. ON position.
2. As your transmittered animal moves a distance away, a directional antenna will be
needed to locate and magnify the animal's signal. To use the antenna, attach its cable
BNC Connector to the receiver jack at the lower back. Fit the BNC Connector, push in
and rotate clockwise to lock. If your receiver is mounted on an antenna, use the short
cable coming from the receiver jack at lower back. Attach that cable's BNC Connector to
the gamma match on the middle element of the 3-element antenna immediately behind
the receiver. Fit the BNC Connector to the gamma match, push in and rotate clockwise
to lock.
3. Adjust GAIN or volume control until a low hissing noise comes from the speaker.
Always try to keep your GAIN as low as possible.
4. Use CHANNEL selector to choose the channel on which your transmitter's signal will
come in. For the exact channel that will broadcast your transmitter collar's signal, see
frequency range chart taped to the receiver's exterior.
5. Rotate the TUNE CONTROL from left to right, from -5 to O (zero) to +5, to refine the
signal strength and get the clearest tone. For instance, collar frequency numbers
ending in 5 will come in best at center channel or O. Collar numbers ending in 1 or 2 will
come in best near -5; collars ending in 8 or 9 will come in best near +5. To fine tune for
best range, play with the TUNE Control until you locate the place on the dial where
each collar performs best.
6. Adjust GAIN control or volume. At first, turn up the volume to bring in the transmitter
signal. After you hear the signal, turn GAIN as LOW as possible (the beeping signal
may sound best when it is a high chirp, a faucet drip or a dull thump, depending on your
hearing ability). When your directional antenna is pointed at the transmitter wearer, your
Gain is LOW but you can still hear signal, and the meter needle stays below 6 on the
meter, you will get the best signal direction. As you move closer to the transmittered
animal, keep adjusting the GAIN LOWER to retain the best directional signal and to
avoid swamping.
7. If the signal comes at you equally from all directions, overload or swamping is
occurring. Use the ATTENUATOR circuitry by pushing the toggle switch to ATTEN ON.
This attenuator brings the signal in strongly from one direction, allowing accurate
direction finding when the operator's receiver is close to the transmittered animal.
When the animal wearing the transmitter moves out to a greater distance, turn the
toggle switch from ATTEN. ON to MAX RANGE ON or to receiver OFF (the center
position).
8. Receivers are shipped from Wildlife Materials, Inc. with a full charge, which lasts
about 6 hours of tracking. To charge, insert recharger plug into the recharge jack at the
upper back of receiver. Make sure the power switch is OFF when you are charging
the battery. A fully discharged TRX-10S should be charged at least 16 hours but no
more than 24 hours. After the receiver is fully charged, recharge for 4 hours for each
hour of operation, up to 24 hours.
9. Vary your recharge times to avoid a "memory" buildup. If you recharge 4 hours
each time, the battery will gradually become good for only 4 hours of life. Avoid a
recharging pattern to get the most out of a battery. For instance, if you charge for 4
hours one time, use your equipment until a charge of 8-10 hours or 12-14 hours or 16-
20 hours is required the next time.
10. During storage periods, stimulate the battery by turning on receiver every 3-4
months. Run for 3-4 hours, then recharge for 12-16 hours.
WARRANTY: Parts and labor on ELECTRONICS guaranteed for FIVE YEARS. Other
aspects of the receiver are covered for ONE YEAR. Failures caused by user's abuse,
neglect, water damage, and acts of God are not covered. Any attempt to repair or
modify this receiver by the user or anyone other than WMI technicians will VOID
warranty.
The receiver IS NOT WATERPROOF, and not guaranteed to be so. During rain, place
inside plastic bag or operate from a vehicle.
15-DAY TRIAL PERIOD: Call us if you wish an exchange or refund. Return items in
like-new condition, without evidence of dog wear.
CARRYING CASE: The padded nylon carrying case features a quick-disconnect adjustable
shoulder strap and belt loop for wearing the receiver at the waist. There are two Velcro closures:
one at the top to protect the receiver face, the second closure at the bottom to allow space for
the antenna cable, DC power cord and recharger's use. For antenna-mounted receivers: A
padded holster, with separate pockets to prevent scratching of the removable elements, is
provided.
Wildlife Materials, Inc. shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting directly or
indirectly, or as a consequence of or incidental to, the use or loss of any Wildlife
Materials product including, without limitation, the original purchaser’s expenses
associated with downtime, interrupted or lost data, or damages to persons, animals or
property.
Wildlife Materials International, Inc.
1202 Walnut Street Murphysboro, IL 62966 USA
Phone: 1-800-842-4537
FAX: 618-687-3539
34 YEARS MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE
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