Vertex Standard VX-180 Manuals

VX-160/-180 Operating Manual Controls & Connectors Controls & Connectors Controls & Connectors Controls & Connectors Controls & Connectors This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harm- ful interference. Notice ! There are no owner-serviceable parts inside the transceiver. All service jobs must be referred to an authorized Service Representative. Consult your Authorized Dealer for installation of optional accessories. Display Icons & Indicators Display Icons & Indicators Display Icons & Indicators Display Icons & Indicators Display Icons & Indicators (VX-180 Only VX-180 Only VX-180 Only VX-180 Only VX-180 Only) � Press and hold in the MONITOR key for more than 1 seconds (or press the MONITOR key twice) to quiet the noise and resume normal (quiet) monitoring. � To transmit, press and hold in the PTT switch. Speak into the microphone area of the front panel grille (lower left-hand corner) in a normal voice level. To return to the Receive mode, release the PTT switch. � If a Speaker/Microphone is available, remove the plastic cap and its two mounting screws from the right side of the transceiver, then insert the plug from the Speaker/Microphone into the MIC/ SP jack; secure the plug using the screws supplied with the Speaker/Microphone. Hold the speaker grille up next to your ear while receiving. To transmit, press the PTT switch on the Speaker/ Microphone, just as you would on the main transceiver’s body. Note:Save the original plastic cap and its mounting screws. They should be re-installed when not using the Speaker/Micro- phone. Important Notice! Important Notice! Important Notice! Important Notice! Important Notice! FCC RF Exposure Compliance Requirements for Occupational Use Only: This Radio has been tested and complies with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF exposure limits for Occupational Use/ Controlled exposure environment. In addition, it complies with the following Standards and Guidelines: � FCC 96-326, Guidelines for Evaluating the Environmental Effects of Radio-Frequency Radiation. � FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 (1997) Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. � ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992, IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz. � ANSI/IEEE C95.3-1992, IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields - RF and Microwave. � This radio is NOT approved for use by the general population in an uncontrolled environment. This radio is restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where the radio operator must have the knowledge to control its RF exposure conditions. � When transmitting, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) away from your mouth and keep the antenna at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from your head and body. � The radio must be used with a maximum operating duty cycle not exceeding 50%, in typical Push-to-Talk (PTT) configurations. DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (50% duty cycle). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the red LED on the top of the radio is illuminated. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the PTT button. � DO NOT transmit when the radio is used in Body Worn configuration with the following accessory: belt-clip (Parts # CP7064001). It must be used ONLY for (1) there is a 4 cm distance from the body during transmitting, (2) monitoring purposes, using the speaker only and (3) for carrying purposes. � Always use Vertex Standard authorized accessories. 8 Character Alpha-numeric Invertible Display This icon is the “Low Battery” in- dicator, which appears when the battery voltage becomes too low for proper operation. This indicator confirms that DUAL 2-TONE DECODE is active. This indicator confirms that DUAL WATCH is active. Microphone Speaker MIC/SP Jack (External Mic/Earphone) VOL/PWR Knob CH (Channel) Selector Monitor Button Push To Talk (PTT) Switch Antenna LCD (VX-180) Soft KEY (VX-180) Battery Pack Latch Key Functions Key Functions Key Functions Key Functions Key Functions The VX-180 provides programmable [A], [B], and [C] function keys, and both the and provide programmable keys. These Soft keys functions can be customized (set to other functions), via programming by your VERTEX STANDARD dealer, to meet your communications/network requirements. Some features may require the purchase and installation of optional inter- nal accessories. The possible Soft key programming features are illustrated below, and their functions are explained in the next chap- ter. For further details, contact your VERTEX STANDARD dealer. For future reference, check the box next to each function that has been assigned to the Soft key on your particular radio, and keep it handy. Operation Operation Operation Operation Operation This indicator confirms that this channel will be skipped during scan. Before You Begin Before You Begin Before You Begin Before You Begin Before You Begin � To remove the battery, turn the radio off and remove any protec- tive cases. Open the Battery Pack latch on the bottom of the ra- dio, then slide the battery downward and out from the radio while holding the Belt Clip. Caution! Do not attempt to open any of the rechargeable battery packs, as they could explode if accidentally short-circuited. Low Battery Indication � As the battery discharges during use, the voltage gradually be- comes lower. When the battery voltage becomes to low, substi- tute a freshly charged battery and recharge the depleted pack. The TX/BUSY indicator on the top of the radio will blink red (on the VX-180, the “ ” icon will appear on the LCD) when the battery voltage is low. � Avoid recharging batteries often with little use between charges, as this can degrade the charge capacity. We recommend that you carry an extra, fully-charged pack with you so the operational battery may be used until depletion (this “deep cycling” tech- nique promotes better long-term battery capacity). Battery Pack Installation and Removal � To install the battery, hold the transceiver with your left hand, so your palm is over the speaker and your thumb is on the top of the belt clip. Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment on the back of the radio while tilting the Belt Clip outward, then close the Battery Pack Latch until it locks in place with a “Click.” Preliminary Steps � Install a charged battery pack onto the transceiver, as described previously. � Screw the supplied antenna onto the Antenna jack. Never attempt to operate this transceiver without an antenna connected. � If you have a Speaker/Microphone, we recommend that it not be connected until you are familiar with the basic operation of the VX-160/-180. Operation Quick Start � Turn the top panel’s VOL/PWR knob clockwise to turn on the radio on. � Turn the top panel’s CH selector knob to choose the desired operating chan- nel. � Rotate the VOL/PWR knob to set the volume level. If no signal is present, press and hold in the MONITOR key (the lower button on the left side) for more than 1 seconds; background noise will now be heard, and you may use this to set the VOL/PWR knob for the desired audio level. Function Soft Key [A] [B] [C] MONITOR key None Monitor Low Power Lock* Lamp* Channel Up* Channel Down* Scan Follow-me Scan Dual Watch Talk Around Add/Del* Call/Reset Speed Dial TX Save Off VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD. 4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan VERTEX STANDARD US Headquarters 10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A. YAESU UK LTD. Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K. VERTEX STANDARD HK LTD. Unit 5, 20/F., Seaview Centre, 139-141 Hoi Bun Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong VERTEX STANDARD (AUSTRALIA) PTY., LTD. Normanby Business Park, Unit 14/45 Normanby Road Notting Hill 3168, Victoria, Australia LED Indicator Glows Green Monitor on Blinking Green Busy Channel (or SQL off) Glows Red Transmitting Blinking Red Battery Voltage is low Blinking Yellow Receiving a Selective Call

VX-160/-180 Operating Manual Controls & Connectors 0108m-GE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harm- ful interference. Notice ! There are no owner-serviceable parts inside the transceiver. All service jobs must be referred to an authorized Service Representative. Consult your Authorized Dealer for installation of optional accessories. Display Icons & Indicators (VX-180 Only) Ì Press and hold in the MONITOR key for more than 1 seconds (or press the MONITOR key twice) to quiet the noise and resume normal (quiet) monitoring. Ì To transmit, press and hold in the PTT switch. Speak into the microphone area of the front panel grille (lower left-hand corner) in a normal voice level. To return to the Receive mode, release the PTT switch. Ì If a Speaker/Microphone is available, remove the plastic cap and its two mounting screws from the right side of the transceiver, then insert the plug from the Speaker/Microphone into the MIC/ SP jack; secure the plug using the screws supplied with the Speaker/Microphone. Hold the speaker grille up next to your ear while receiving. To transmit, press the PTT switch on the Speaker/ Microphone, just as you would on the main transceiver’s body. Note:Save the original plastic cap and its mounting screws. They should be re-installed when not using the Speaker/Micro- phone. Important Notice! FCC RF Exposure Compliance Requirements for Occupational Use Only: This Radio has been tested and complies with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF exposure limits for Occupational Use/ Controlled exposure environment. In addition, it complies with the following Standards and Guidelines: Ì FCC 96-326, Guidelines for Evaluating the Environmental Effects of Radio-Frequency Radiation. Ì FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 (1997) Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. Ì ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992, IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz. Ì ANSI/IEEE C95.3-1992, IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields - RF and Microwave. H This radio is NOT approved for use by the general population in an uncontrolled environment. This radio is restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where the radio operator must have the knowledge to control its RF exposure conditions. H When transmitting, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) away from your mouth and keep the antenna at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from your head and body. H The radio must be used with a maximum operating duty cycle not exceeding 50%, in typical Push-to-Talk (PTT) configurations. DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (50% duty cycle). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the red LED on the top of the radio is illuminated. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the PTT button. H DO NOT transmit when the radio is used in Body Worn configuration with the following accessory: belt-clip (Parts # CP7064001). It must be used ONLY for (1) there is a 4 cm distance from the body during transmitting, (2) monitoring purposes, using the speaker only and (3) for carrying purposes. H Always use Vertex Standard authorized accessories. Accessories & Options FNB-64 7.2 V 700 mAh Ni-Cd Battery FNB-V57 7.2 V 1100 mAh Ni-Cd Battery FBA-25 Alkaline Battery Case NC-77B 120 VAC Overnight Desktop Charger NC-77C 230-240 VAC Overnight Desktop Charger VAC-800 Desktop Rapid Charger VAC-6800 6-unit Multi Charger MH-45B4B Speaker/Microphone MH-37A4B Earpiece Microphone VC-25 VOX Headset VCM-1 Mobile Mounting Bracket (for VAC-800) LCC-160/S Leather Case (for VX-160) LCC-180/S Leather Case (for VX-180) CT-42 PC Programming Cable CT-27 Radio to Radio Programming Cable CE44 Programming Software 8 Character Alpha-numeric Invertible Display This icon is the “Low Battery” in- dicator, which appears when the battery voltage becomes too low for proper operation. This indicator confirms that DUAL 2-TONE DECODE is active. This indicator confirms that DUAL WATCH is active. Microphone Speaker MIC/SP Jack (External Mic/Earphone) VOL/PWR Knob CH (Channel) Selector Monitor Button Push To Talk (PTT) Switch Antenna LED Indicator Glows Green Monitor on Blinking Green Busy Channel (or SQL off) Glows Red Transmitting Blinking Red Battery Voltage is low Blinking Yellow Receiving a Selective Call LCD (VX-180) Soft KEY (VX-180) Battery Pack Latch Key Functions The VX-180 provides programmable [A], [B], and [C] function keys, and both the VX-160 and VX-180 provide programmable MONI- TOR keys. These “Soft” keys functions can be customized (set to other functions), via programming by your VERTEX STANDARD dealer, to meet your communications/network requirements. Some features may require the purchase and installation of optional inter- nal accessories. The possible Soft key programming features are illustrated below, and their functions are explained in the next chap- ter. For further details, contact your VERTEX STANDARD dealer. For future reference, check the box next to each function that has been assigned to the Soft key on your particular radio, and keep it handy. Operation This indicator confirms that this channel will be skipped during scan. Before You Begin Ì To remove the battery, turn the radio off and remove any protec- tive cases. Open the Battery Pack latch on the bottom of the ra- dio, then slide the battery downward and out from the radio while holding the Belt Clip. Caution! Do not attempt to open any of the rechargeable Ni-Cd packs, as they could explode if accidentally short-circuited. Low Battery Indication Ì As the battery discharges during use, the voltage gradually be- comes lower. When the battery voltage reaches 6.3 volts, substi- tute a freshly charged battery and recharge the depleted pack. The TX/BUSY indicator on the top of the radio will blink red (on the VX-180, the “ ” icon will appear on the LCD) when the battery voltage is low. Ì Avoid recharging Ni-Cd batteries often with little use between charges, as this can degrade the charge capacity. We recommend that you carry an extra, fully-charged pack with you so the opera- tional battery may be used until depletion (this “deep cycling” technique promotes better long-term battery capacity). Battery Pack Installation and Removal Ì To install the battery, hold the transceiver with your left hand, so your palm is over the speaker and your thumb is on the top of the belt clip. Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment on the back of the radio while tilting the Belt Clip outward, then close the Battery Pack Latch until it locks in place with a “Click.” Preliminary Steps Ì Install a charged battery pack onto the transceiver, as described previously. Ì Screw the supplied antenna onto the Antenna jack. Never attempt to operate this transceiver without an antenna connected. Ì If you have a Speaker/Microphone, we recommend that it not be connected until you are familiar with the basic operation of the VX-160/-180. Operation Quick Start Ì Turn the top panel’s VOL/PWR knob clockwise to turn on the radio on. Ì Turn the top panel’s CH selector knob to choose the desired operating chan- nel. Ì Rotate the VOL/PWR knob to set the volume level. If no signal is present, press and hold in the MONITOR key (the lower button on the left side) for more than 1 seconds; background noise will now be heard, and you may use this to set the VOL/PWR knob for the desired audio level. Function Soft Key [A] [B] [C] MONITOR key None Monitor Low Power Lock* Lamp* Channel Up* Channel Down* Scan Follow-me Scan Dual Watch Talk Around Add/Del* Call/Reset Speed Dial TX Save Off * VX-180 only E C 0 1 3 N 7 5 2

VHF/UHF Portable Radios Rugged, Durable Portables with Unmatched Operating LIGHT WEIGHT AND COMPACT SIZE 16 CHANNEL CAPACITY 5 WATTS POWER OUTPUT (Selectable to 1 Watt) 8-CHARACTER ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY MIL-STD 810 C/D/E RUGGED CONSTRUCTION LOUD, CLEAR AUDIO OUTPUT 12.5/25 kHz BANDWIDTH PROGRAMMABLE BY CHANNEL 3 PROGRAMMABLE FRONT-PANEL FUNCTION KEYS CTCSS/DCS ENCODE + DECODE DTMF ANI DECODE DUAL 2-TONE DECODE MULTI-MODE SCAN (incl. Dual Watch, Priority, Follow-Me) ARTS“ (Auto-Range Transponder System) BCLO, BTLO, AND TOT FUNCTIONS TX/RX BATTERY SAVER CIRCUIT PC PROGRAMMING RADIO-TO-RADIO CLONING VX-180 SERIES Actual Size * Simulated LCD display