Maxon Telecom SP-140 manual

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    Operating Instructions SP - 130 / 140 Series Synthesized Scanning R adio[...]

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    About Your SP-130 / 140 Series Radio Maxon's SP-130 / 140 Series radios feature 4 / 16 channel operation with superior performance and reliability. Operation and functions for Maxon's SP-130 / 140 Series radios are described in this manual. We urge you to thoroughly read this manual before operating the radio. Application of some of the f[...]

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    Table of Contents Safety Information.................................................................. Unpacking Information.......................................................... SP-130 / 140 Series Features.................................................... Description of Radio Components......................................... Antenna Insta[...]

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    Safety Information The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with its action in General Docket 79-144, March 13, 1985, has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment. Maxon subscribes to the same safety standard for the use of its products. Proper operation of th[...]

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    Unpacking Information Remove and carefully inspect the contents of your package(s) for the following items: Radio Battery Pack Antenna Spring Belt Clip Operating Instructions If any items are missing, please contact your Dealer or Maxon. 3[...]

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    SP-130 / 140 Series Features • Wideband frequency separation • 1 / 5 Watts programmable output power • Programmable 12.5/25 kHz channel spacing • Channel scan • Priority channel scan • Look back channel • CTCSS/DCS tone signalling • Busy channel lockout • Time-out timer 4[...]

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    Description of Radio Components 1) Antenna Receptacle 2) Channel Selector Knob 3) On/Off - Volume Control 4) Busy/TX/BT Indicator 5) Battery Latch 6) Push-To-Talk (PTT) 7) Monitor Button 8) Option Button 9 ) Speaker 10) Microphone 11) Accessory Connector 12) Belt Clip 1 3) Battery 14) Battery Charge Contacts 5[...]

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    Antenna Installation Fasten the antenna to the radio by turning the antenna clockwise into the receptacle on top of the radio. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack To Install: Position the guides of the battery in line with the radio battery guide rails and slide the battery into position until a click is heard. To Remove: Holding radio in one [...]

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    Battery Charging and Care To ensure peak performance from your radio, the battery pack must be fully charged. Proper care and charging will allow maximum performance and life of your battery pack. The optional QPA-1135 Pedestal Charger provides a slow overnight charge of 12-16 hours. The optional QPA-1125 Desktop Charger provides 1.5 hours charging[...]

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    SP-130 / 140 Series Operations Power On-Volume Turn the radio on by rotating the on / off - volume control clockwise until you hear a click and the self test "alert" tone. Transmit CAUTION OPERATION OF THE TRANSMITTER WITHOUT A PROPER ANTENNA INSTALLED MAY RESULT IN PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE RADIO 1) Press the monitor button to monitor the [...]

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    Power Off When finished transmitting, receiving, monitoring, etc., turn the radio off by rotating the on/off - volume control fully counter-clockwise, to the detent position. Status Indicators and Audible Alert Tones Your SP-130 / 140 Series has a sophisticated microprocessor control which provides a series of audible alert tones. Upon initial powe[...]

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    Scan Modes Scanning is a Dealer programmable feature that allows you to monitor a number of channels. Your Dealer will help you define a channel "scan list" to be programmed into a scan channel (any channel, 1- 4 on model SP-130) or (any channel, 1-16 on model SP-140). Once that channel location is selected, scan is initiated. Normal Chan[...]

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    Other Scanning Features • Look Back: Any channel, when not in the scan mode, can be programmed to "look back" at the "Priority" channel. This feature is ideal for those who do not need scan as defined above, but want to make sure that they never miss a call on the "Priority" channel if another channel has been select[...]

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    13 Licensing and Service Information FCC Licensing The Federal Communications Commission requires that the operator of this radio be properly licensed under the applicable Part and / or Parts of the FCC Rules and Regulations. Consult with your Maxon Dealer, or contact the nearest FCC Field Office for information about obtaining a license. Service D[...]

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    Software Copyrights The Maxon products described in this operating instruction manual may include copyrighted Maxon software programs stored in semi- conductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Maxon certain exclusive rights for copy- righted software programs, including the exclusive right to copy [...]

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    Maintenance Your SP-130 / 140 Series Radio is designed to be maintenance free. To keep your radio in good working condition: Clean external surfaces with a clean cloth dampened in a solution of dishwasher detergent diluted in water. Apply the solution sparingly to avoid any moisture leaking into cracks and crevices. Do not submerge the radio. Use a[...]

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    Limited Warranty Maxon America, Inc. ("Maxon") warrants the Maxon Product manufactured by it against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two (2) years from the date of delivery to the original end user, provided that the user has complied with the requirements stated herein. This warranty is no[...]

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    U.S. P/N: 680-090-2002 Printed in Korea Maxon America, Inc. Business Radio Division 10828 NW Air World Drive Kansas City, Missouri 64153 816 / 891-6320, Ext. 399, FAX: 816 / 891-8815[...]