VHF FM TRANSCEIVER

DJ-175 T/E/TFH
Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing your new Alinco transceiver.

This instruction manual contains important safety and
operating instructions. Please read this manual
carefully before using the product and keep it for future
reference.

ALINCO, INC.
 NOTICE / Compliance Information Statement

NOTICE / Compliance Information Statement

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 installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
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 interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Tested to Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Information in this document is subject to change without notice or obligation. All

brand names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Alinco
cannot be liable for pictorial or typographical inaccuracies. Some parts, options and/or
accessories are unavailable in certain areas. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.

VHF FM Transceiver DJ-175T/E/TFH

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation 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.

Manufacturer:
ALINCO, Inc.
Yodoyabashi Dai-bldg. 13F
4-4-9 Koraibashi, Chuo-ku,
Osaka 541-0043 Japan

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 NOTICE / Compliance Information Statement

Conformity Information
Alinco, Inc. Electronics Division hereby declare on our sole responsibility that the
product(s) listed below comply the essential requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC,
The council of 3/9/99 on Radio Equipment and Telecommunication Terminal
Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity and with the provisions of
Annex, after having performed the required measurements at Notified Bodies per
Standards, and relative certificate(s) or document(s) can be reviewed at http://www.
alinco. com/Ce/

DJ-175E: VHF FM Transceiver 144.000~145.995MHz

0560
This device is authorized for use in all EU and EFTA member states. An operator's
license is required for this device.

Copyright © All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, copied,
translated or transcribed in any form or by any means without the prior written
permission of Alinco. Inc., Osaka, Japan. English edition Printed in Japan.

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 Warning

Warning
To prevent any hazard during operation of Alinco's radio product, in this manual and
on the product you may find symbols shown below. Please read and understand the
meanings of these symbols before starting to use the product.

d Danger
This symbol is intended to alert the user to an immediate danger that
may cause loss of life and property if the user disregards the warning.

d Alert
This symbol is intended to alert the user to a possible hazard that
may cause loss of life and property if the user disregards the warning.

d Caution
This symbol is intended to alert the user to a possible hazard that may
cause loss of property or injure the user if the warning is disregarded.

d Alert symbol. An explanation is given.

a Warning symbol. An explanation is given.

m Instruction symbol. An explanation is given.

d Alert
■ Environment and condition of use

a
It is recommended that you check local traffic regulations regarding the use of
radio equipment while driving. Some countries prohibit or apply restrictions
for the operation of radios and mobile- phones while driving.

j especially medical ones. It may cause interference to those devices.

Do not use this product in close proximity to other electronic devices,

a Keep the radio out of the reach of children.

j skin. Rinse with plenty of cold water if the liquid contacted your skin.
In case a liquid leaks from the product, do not touch it. It may damage your

j use such as aboard aircraft, in airports, in ports, within or near the operating
Never operate this product in facilities where radio products are prohibited for

area of business wireless stations or their relay stations.

j informed in advance when you travel.

Use of this product may be prohibited or illegal outside of your country. Be

a property due to a failure of this product when used to perform important tasks
The manufacturer declines any responsibilities against loss of life and/or

like life-guarding, surveillance, and rescue.

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 Warning

j and/or damage to the product(s).

Do not use multiple radios in very close proximity. It may cause interference

a Dispose of, or recycle used batteries according to your local regulations.

Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with an incorrect type.

a a failure of this product when used with or as a part of a device made by third parties.
The manufacturer declines any responsibilities against loss of life and property due to

a our warranty for repair.

Use of third party accessory may result in damage to this product. It will void

■ Handling this product

a
Be sure to reduce the audio output level to minimum before using an earphone
or a headset. Excessive audio may damage hearing.

m Unauthorized modification or repair may result in electric shock, fire and/or

Do not open the unit without permission or instruction from the manufacturer.

malfunction.

l in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction.

Do not operate this product in a wet place such as shower room. It may result

j water or metal in close proximity to the product. A short-circuit to the product

Do not place the product in a container carrying conductive materials, such as

may result in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction.

■ About chargers

j
Do not use adapters other than having the specified voltage. It may result in
electric shock, fire and/or malfunction.

j result in overheating and/or fire.

Do not plug multiple devices using an adapter into a single wall outlet. It may

j Do not handle adapter with a wet hand. It may result in electric shock.
a in short-circuit, electronic shock and/or fire.
Securely plug the adapter into the wall outlet. Insecure installation may result

j short-circuiting may result in fire, electric shock and/or damage to the product.
Do not use the adapter if the plug or socket contacts are dirty. Overheating and/or

■ About power supply

j Use only appropriate, reliable power supply of correct voltage and capacity.
j and/or malfunction.
Do not connect cables in reverse polarity. It may result in electric shock, fire

j outlet. It may result in overheating and/or fire.

Do not plug multiple devices including the power supply into a single wall

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 Warning

j Do not handle a power supply with a wet hand. It may result in electric shock.
a result in short-circuiting, electronic shock and/or fire.
Securely plug the power supply to the wall outlet. Insecure installation may

j Short-circuit and/or overheating may result in fire, electric shock and/or

Do not plug the power supply into the wall socket if the contacts are dirty.

damage to the product.

j fire, electric shock and/or damage to the product.

Do not modify or remove fuse-assembly from the DC cable. It may result in

■ Cigar-lighter cable

j
Do not use the cable at any other than the specified voltage. It may result in
electric shock, fire and/or malfunction.

j Do not handle cigar cable with a wet hand. It may result in electric shock.
■ In case of emergency
In case of the following situation(s), please turn off the product, switch off the source
of power, then remove or unplug the power-cord. Please contact your local dealer of
this product for service and assistance. Do not use the product until the trouble is
resolved. Do not try to troubleshoot the problem by yourself.
• When a strange sound, smoke and/or strange odor comes out of the product.
• When the product is dropped or the case is broken or cracked.
• When a liquid penetrated inside.
• When a power cord (including DC cables, AC cables and adapters) is damaged.

a accessories from the wall outlet if a thunderstorm is likely.

For your safety, turn off then remove all related AC lines to the product and its

■ Maintenance

m
Do not open the unit and its accessories. Please consult with your local dealer
of this product for service and assistance.

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 Warning

d Caution
■ Environment and condition of use

j
Do not use the product in proximity to a TV or a radio. It may cause
interference or receive interference.

j in electric shock, fire and/or malfunction.

Do not install in a humid, dusty or insufficiently ventilated place. It may result

j shock, fire and/or malfunction when/if the product falls to the ground.
Do not install in an unstable or vibrating position. It may result in electric

j a heater or a stove. Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight.

Do not install the product in proximity to a source of heat and humidity such as

j when it happens.
Be cautious of a dew formation. Please completely dry the product before use

■ About transceiver

a
Be cautious of the whip antenna when carried in your shirt-pocket etc. It may
make contact with your eye and cause injury.

j product. It may result in damage to the devices.

Do not connect devices other than specified ones to the jacks and ports on the

a for extended period of time or in case of maintenance.

Turn off and remove the battery from the product when the product is not in use

j Never pull the cord alone when you unplug AC cable form the wall outlet.
a product. Never use thinner or benzene for cleaning.
Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe off dirt and condensation from the surface of the

■ About power supply

a
Use only reliable power supply of specific DC output range and be mindful of
the polarity of the cable and DC-jack.

a common with the ground of the power supply.

When using an external antenna, make sure that the antenna ground is not

a supply, cigar-plug etc), make sure that this power supply has approved to the
When a charger is powered from an external DC power source (adapter, power

level of IEC/EN 60950-1.

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 Warning

■ Lightning
Any person is not safe outdoor during thunderstorm and lightning. This condition is
getting worse if somebody keeps a hand-held radio; chances of being hit by lightning are
doubled since lightning may hit a radio antenna as well. At this time, there is no hand-
held radio having any kind of protection against lightning current (which is higher than
10 kA.). Note also that no car provides adequate protection of its passengers or drivers
against lightning as well. Therefore, Alinco will not take responsibility for any danger
associated with using its hand-held radios outdoor or inside the car during lightning.

■ Limited Power Source

Adhering to the requirement of the following warning ensures compliance of the
transceiver with the safety standard for information technology equipment, EN 60950-
1. Please note that the transceiver enclosure only provides mechanical protection of
its internal parts; it will not contain a fire within the device if the fire starts under
certain fault conditions. Alinco will not take responsibility for any fire hazard
associated with powering the transceiver or charging its batteries using a power source
which does not belong to the limited power sources in the meaning of EN 60950-1.

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 Introduction

Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing this excellent Alinco transceiver. Our products
are ranked among the finest in the world. This radio has been manufactured with state
of the art technology and it has been tested carefully at our factory. It is designed to
operate to your satisfaction for many years under normal use.

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY TO LEARN ALL THE

FUNCTIONS THE PRODUCT OFFERS. WE MADE EVERY ATTEMPT TO
WRITE THIS MANUAL TO BE AS COMPREHENSIVE AND EASY TO
UNDERSTAND AS POSSIBLE. IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT SOME OF
THE OPERATIONS MAY BE EXPLAINED IN RELATION TO INFORMATION
IN PREVIOUS CHAPTERS. BY READING JUST ONE PART OF THE MANUAL,
YOU RISK NOT UNDERSTANDING THE COMPLETE EXPLANATION OF THE
FUNCTION.

*In case addendum sheet(s) is inserted to the package of this product, please read it
and keep it together with the instruction manual for your future reference.

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 Contents

Contents
NOTICE / Compliance Information Statement ................................................2
Warning...............................................................................................................4
Introduction ........................................................................................................9
Contents ...........................................................................................................10
1.Features .........................................................................................................13
1.1 Accessories .........................................................................................................13
2.Accessories ...................................................................................................14
2.1 Installations .........................................................................................................14
2.1.1 Antenna ......................................................................................................14
2.1.2 Hand Strap..................................................................................................14
2.1.3 Belt Clip .....................................................................................................15
2.1.4 Battery Pack ...............................................................................................15
2.1.5 Prevent Short Circuiting the Battery Pack .................................................17
2.1.6 Battery-Level Icon......................................................................................17
3.Names and Operations of Parts ..................................................................18
3.1 Names and Operations of Keys and Ports...........................................................18
3.2 Keypad ................................................................................................................20
3.3 Display (LCD) ....................................................................................................21
4.Basic Operation ............................................................................................22
4.1 Turning On the Power.........................................................................................22
4.2 Adjusting the Audio Output (Volume) ...............................................................22
4.3 Adjusting the Squelch .........................................................................................22
4.4 Setting the Frequency in the VFO Mode ............................................................23
4.4.1 Setting the Frequency.................................................................................23
4.4.2 Setting the Tuning Step ..............................................................................24
4.4.3 Shift Direction and Offset Frequency Settings...........................................24
4.5 Memory Mode ....................................................................................................25
4.5.1 How to Program Memory Channel(s) ........................................................25
4.5.2 Recalling a Memory Channel.....................................................................26
4.5.3 Deleting a Memory Channel ......................................................................26
4.5.4 Programming a Repeater-Access Function Setting....................................26
4.5.5 Programmable Parameters in Memory Channels.......................................27
4.6 Call-Channel Mode.............................................................................................27

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4.7 Receiving ............................................................................................................28

4.7.1 Monitor Function........................................................................................28
4.8 Transmitting .......................................................................................................28
4.8.1 Selecting the Output Level .........................................................................29
5.Useful Functions ...........................................................................................30
5.1 Scan Modes.........................................................................................................30
5.1.1 VFO-Scan...................................................................................................30
5.1.2 Memory-Scan .............................................................................................30
5.1.3 Setting Skip Channels ................................................................................31
5.2 Keylock ...............................................................................................................31
5.3 Tone-Burst ..........................................................................................................31
5.4 Naming Memory Channels .................................................................................32
5.4.1 Setting Name-Tag.......................................................................................32
5.4.2 Using the Channel Name Function ............................................................32
5.5 Auto-Power-Off (APO) ......................................................................................33
5.5.1 Setting APO................................................................................................33
5.5.2 APO Operation ...........................................................................................33
5.6 Time-Out-Timer (TOT) ......................................................................................33
5.6.1 Setting TOT................................................................................................33
5.6.2 TOT Operation ...........................................................................................33
5.7 Lamp ..................................................................................................................34
6.Selective Calling............................................................................................35
■ Selective Calling Operations ...................................................................................35
6.1 Tone Squelch (TSQ) ...........................................................................................35
6.1.1 Setting the Tone Squelch............................................................................35
6.1.2 Switching Off the Tone Squelch ................................................................36
6.1.3 To Differentiate the ENC/DEC Tones .......................................................36
6.1.4 Tone Squelch Operation.............................................................................36
6.2 DCS ....................................................................................................................36
6.2.1 Setting the DCS ..........................................................................................36
6.2.2 Changing the DCS Code ............................................................................37
6.2.3 Switching Off DCS ....................................................................................37
6.2.4 DCS Operation ...........................................................................................37
6.2.5 DET Mode in DCS Operation ....................................................................37
6.3 DTMF Tone Encoding........................................................................................38
6.4 Auto Dialer .........................................................................................................38
6.4.1 Setting the Auto Dialer...............................................................................38
6.4.2 Generating the Auto Dialer Codes .............................................................39
6.4.3 Redial..........................................................................................................39

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7.Special Functions..........................................................................................40
7.1 Battery Refresh ...................................................................................................40
7.2 Repeater-Access..................................................................................................40
8.Set Mode........................................................................................................41
8.1 Set Mode Operation ............................................................................................41
8.2 Entering the Set Mode ........................................................................................41
8.3 Available Parameters ..........................................................................................42
8.3.1 Menu 1 Battery Save (BS) Function ..........................................................42
8.3.2 Menu 2 Timer/Busy Scan Setting ..............................................................42
8.3.3 Menu 3 Beep Function ...............................................................................42
8.3.4 Menu 4 Tone-Burst Frequency Setting ......................................................42
8.3.5 Menu 5 Clock Shift Setting ........................................................................43
8.3.6 Menu 6 Busy Channel Lockout Setting .....................................................43
8.3.7 Menu 7 TOT Penalty Time ........................................................................44
8.3.8 Menu 8 DTMF WAIT Time.......................................................................44
8.3.9 Menu 9 DTMF Burst/Pause Time ..............................................................44
8.3.10 Menu 10 DTMF First Digit Burst Time.....................................................45
8.3.11 Menu 11 Battery Type Setting ...................................................................46
9.Cloning and Packet Operation ....................................................................47
9.1 Cloning................................................................................................................47
9.1.1 Cable Connection .......................................................................................47
9.1.2 Master/Slave Units .....................................................................................47
9.1.3 Master Unit Operation................................................................................48
9.1.4 Slave Unit Operation ..................................................................................48
9.2 Packet Operation.................................................................................................49
9.2.1 Packet Operation Connections ...................................................................49
10.Maintenance and Reference......................................................................50
10.1 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................50
10.2 Resetting .............................................................................................................51
10.2.1 All Resetting...............................................................................................51
10.2.2 Partial Resetting .........................................................................................51
10.3 Options................................................................................................................52
10.3.1 Battery Packs..............................................................................................52
10.3.2 Using the Chargers .....................................................................................53
11.Specifications .............................................................................................56

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 1.Features

1. Features
This transceiver has the following main features. 1
■ 39 CTCSS tone squelch
■ 104 DCS digital code squelch
■ Time-Out-Timer
■ Alphanumeric display
■ 4 tone-burst tones (1750, 2100, 1000, 1450Hz)
■ 9 auto dial memories easily accessed from the DTMF keypad with
redial function
■ Direct frequency entry from the DTMF keypad
■ A quick "Repeater-Access" function
■ Refresh function for rechargeable battery reconditioning
■ Cable Cloning
■ 3 levels of output power (5/2/0.5W)
■ 200 memories plus 1 CALL channel

1.1 Accessories
• EBP-72 Ni-MH battery pack (7.2V 700mAh)
• EDC-165 Trickle battery charger
• EA0141 Flexible whip antenna (T/E version)
• EA0142 Flexible whip antenna (TFH version)
• EDC-146 (AC 120V) AC adapter (T version)
• EDC-147 (AC 230V) AC adapter (E/TFH version)
• EDC-148 (AC 230V) AC adapter (U.K. models)
• Belt clip
• Hand strap
• Instruction manual

NOTE:
Accessories may differ depending on the version you have purchased.
Please contact your local dealer for details of standard accessories and the
warranty-policy.

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2. Accessories

2.1 Installations
2 2.1.1 Antenna
■ Attaching the Antenna
1. Hold the antenna by its base.
2. Align the grooves at the base of the antenna with
the protrusions on the antenna connector.
3. Slide the antenna down and turn it clockwise until it stops.
4. Confirm that the antenna is securely connected.

NOTE:
This antenna has been designed very flexible. It
is softer than conventional ones but not a defect.

■ Removing the Antenna

Turn the antenna counter-clockwise to disconnect.

2.1.2 Hand Strap

Attach the hand strap to the belt clip as shown in the
Belt clip
illustration.

Hand strap

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2.1.3 Belt Clip

■ Attaching the Belt Clip
Attach the belt clip to the back of the transceiver until
Belt clip
it clicks.
Catch

2
■ Removing the Belt Clip
Push up the catch of the belt clip, and pull it.
Belt clip
Catch

2.1.4 Battery Pack

For the specifications and the charging procedures, please refer to "Battery
Packs"(page 52) and "Using the Chargers"(page 53).

■ Attaching the Battery Pack

Align the catches on the transceiver with the grooves
on the battery pack, and slide the battery pack in the
direction of the arrow until it clicks.

Catches

■ Removing the Battery Pack

Push up the catch on the battery pack, and pull it or
free of the transceiver.

Catch

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Caution
• The battery pack isn't fully charged when shipped. It must be charged
before use.
• Charging should be conducted in a temperature range of 0ºC to +40ºC

2 (+32ºF to +104ºF).
• Don't modify, dismantle, incinerate or immerse the battery pack in the water
as this can be dangerous.
• Never short-circuit the battery pack terminals, as this can cause damage to
the equipment or lead to heating of the battery which may cause burns.
• Unnecessary prolonged charging (overcharging) can deteriorate battery
performance.
• The battery pack should be stored in a dry place where temperature is in
-10ºC to +45ºC (-14ºF to +113ºF) range. Temperatures outside this range
can cause the battery liquid to leak. Exposure to prolonged high humidity
can cause corrosion of metal components.
• Battery-packs are a consuming part. When its operating time becomes
considerably short after a normal charge, please consider that the pack is
exhausted and replace it with a new one.
• The battery pack is recyclable. Check with your local waste officials for
details on recycling options or proper disposal in your area.
• Risk of explosion, generation of heat or leak of chemicals inside if the
battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Use always the recommended
types of batteries in this manual only
• Use specified genuine chargers only to charge battery packs. Use of other
chargers may cause damage to products, you and your property.

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2.1.5 Prevent Short Circuiting the Battery Pack

Be extra cautious when carrying the rechargeable battery pack; short circuiting will
produce surge current possibly resulting in fire.

DON'T carry with DON'T carry the battery DON'T place in the
metals of any type, e.g. pack inside bags made proximity of metals or
chains. of conductive materials. conductives, e.g. nails,
chains.

Do protect by spreading
Do enclose inside a non-conductive enclosure. (bags or a non-conductive sheet
handkerchief made only of non-conductive material) on a flat surface.

2.1.6 Battery-Level Icon

During the operation, a black battery icon indicates
that the battery-level is in usable range. When it
turns to empty, please charge the pack or replace the
cells with new ones.
Battery-level icon
The battery is in usable
condition.
Battery-level is low.
Replace or charge the pack.

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 3.Names and Operations of Parts

3. Names and Operations of Parts

3.1 Names and Operations of Keys and Ports

⑪ ⑫

② ③

④
⑤

⑥
⑦

⑧ ⑨

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① SMA Antenna Attach the whip antenna. If you plan to use an optional antenna,
Connector select one that is tuned to the operating frequency.
② PTT key Press the PTT key to transmit, release to receive.
③ Speaker
④ Microphone
A speaker is built in.
Speak into the microphone from a distance of about 5cm (2"). 3
⑤ TX/RX lamp Lights green when the squelch is unmuted. Lights red during
transmission.
⑥ Display (LCD) Refer to "Display" (page 21).
⑦ FUNC key The FUNC key is used in combination with the other keys to
access the various functions of the unit. To enter the Set mode to
set operating parameters, press the FUNC key continuously for
about 2 seconds.
⑧ MONI key When the MONI key is pressed, the squelch unmutes regardless
of the TSQ/DCS setting. Pressing the MONI key after pressing the
FUNC key illuminates display for about 5 seconds. Pressing the
MONI key while pressing the PTT key transmits a tone-burst signal.
⑨ Power key Press the power key down for approximately one second to turn
on/off the unit.
⑩ Keypad Refer to "Keypad" (page 20).
⑪ Microphone/ For an optional speaker/Mic connection.
Speaker jack
⑫ Dial Rotate the dial to select the frequency of operation, memory
channel, offset frequency, tone frequency, DCS code, Set mode
settings, and the characters for name-tags. Rotating the dial
while pressing the FUNC key increases or decreases the
frequency in 1MHz order.

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3.2 Keypad

3
key Without pressing the FUNC key. While appears after the FUNC key is pressed.
Inputs* 1. Channel step setting (page 24).
Inputs 2. Offset frequency setting (page 24).
Inputs 3. Time-Out-Timer setting (page 33).
Inputs 4. Tone Encode/Tone Squelch setting
(page 35).
Inputs 5. Hi/Mid/Low power setting (page 29).
Inputs 6. Auto-Power-Off setting (page 33).
Inputs 7. DCS (digital code squelch) setting (page 36).
Inputs 8. Repeater-Access function setting (page 40).
Inputs 9. Auto dialer memory setting (page 38).
Inputs 0. N/A
Switches between the VFO and Memory programming (page 25).
Memory mode (page 23).
Start/Stop scanning (page 30). Key/Frequency lock setting (page 31).
Access the Call channel (page 27). Memory channel skip setting (page 31).
Auto dialer operation (page 38). Naming memory channels setting (page 32).
SQL adjustment (page 22). N/A
Audio level adjustment (page 22). N/A
* The numeric keys can be used for direct VFO frequency input within the product's
operating range. DTMF tones are generated by pressing the keys during transmissions.

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3.3 Display (LCD)

① ②③④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩

⑪
⑫

3
⑬ ⑭⑮ ⑯ ⑰

① Appears when the FUNC key is pressed.

② Indicates the shift (+/-) direction.
③ Appears when setting the CTCSS tone encoder.
④ Appears when setting the tone squelch.
⑤ Appears when setting the DCS.
⑥ Displays the frequency and scan operation.
⑦ Displayed when the frequency or the keypad is locked.
⑧ Appears when the Repeater-Access function is activated.
⑨ Appears when Auto-Power-Off function is activated.
⑩ Indicates battery-level. The black icon flashes when the battery
/
charge function is on.
⑪ Displayed when in the Memory mode.
⑫ Displays the memory channel No.
⑬ Displayed when the transmission output is in LOW setting.
⑭ Displayed when the transmission output is in MID setting.
⑮ Displays the operating frequencies, name-tags and parameters
in the setting mode.
⑯ Appears when the squelch is unmuted.
⑰ Indicates the receiving signal (S-meter) and transmission output
levels (Power-meter).

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4. Basic Operation

4.1 Turning On the Power

Hold the key down for a second.
To turn off the power, hold the key down until
the display turns off.

4.2 Adjusting the Audio Output (Volume)

4 • There are 21 audio output levels (00~20).
• The default setting is level 00. There is no audio output at this status.
1. Press the key. The level is displayed on the
LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to increase or decrease the level.
As the setting value increases, the audio becomes
louder.
3. Press any key except for the MONI key or just leave it for 5 seconds to
automatically complete the setting.

4.3 Adjusting the Squelch

Squelch is a function that eliminates the noise when no signals are being received.
• There are 11 squelch levels (00~10).
• The default setting is Level 00.
1. Press the key. The squelch level is displayed
on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to increase or decrease the squelch
level. Set to the lowest level that the noise is cut.
3. Press any key except for the MONI key or just leave it for 5 seconds to
automatically complete the setting.

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4.4 Setting the Frequency in the VFO Mode

The factory default of this unit is the VFO mode. The VFO mode allows you to
change the frequency and operating parameters by using the dial and key operations.

4.4.1 Setting the Frequency

■ To Select the VFO Mode

The key switches between the VFO and Memory mode each time the
key is pressed.
" " is displayed on the LCD when the unit is in the Memory mode.

■ Selecting the Operating Frequency 4

Rotate the dial clockwise to increase the frequency by one tuning step.
Rotate the dial counter-clockwise to decrease it by one tuning step.

■ To Quickly Change the Frequency

Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed on the screen, rotate the dial to
increase or decrease (depending on the direction of rotation) the frequency by 1MHz
order.

■ Entry from the Keypad

Use the numeric keys to set the frequency. It accepts valid numbers only.
ie: 145.210 MHz
1. Input the 100MHz digit by pressing
2. Input the 10MHz digit by pressing
3. Input the 1MHz digit by pressing
4. Input the 100kHz digit by pressing
5. Input the 10kHz digit by pressing
6. Input the 1kHz digit by pressing

Depending on the tuning step, entry may be required to the 1kHz digit.
The relationship between the tuning step and entry-completion digit is shown in the
following chart. The setting will be completed automatically when the last digit is
correctly entered and a high-tone beep sounds.

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Tuning step Entry completion digit Final digit selection

5.0kHz 1kHz Accept 0 or 5 as valid number.
10.0kHz 10kHz Accept any of 0 to 9 keys.
12.5kHz 10kHz When you input the 10kHz digit, the 1kHz digit is
set automatically as follows.
0---00.0, 1---12.5, 2---25.0, 3---37.5, 4---invalid,
5---50.0, 6---62.5, 7---75.0, 8---87.5, 9---invalid
15.0kHz 1kHz Accept 0 or 5 as valid number.
20kHz 10kHz Auto-complete after the 10kHz digit entry.
25kHz 10kHz When you input the 10kHz digit, the 1kHz digit is
set automatically as follows.
0---00.0, 2---25.0, 5---50.0, 7---75.0
Other entries are invalid.
30kHz 10kHz Auto-complete after the 10kHz digit entry.

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4.4.2 Setting the Tuning Step
1. Press the FUNC key in the VFO mode, and while is displayed, press the
key to display the current tuning step.
2. Rotate the dial to select the desired tuning step.
DOWN UP (unit: kHz)

STP-5 STP-10 STP-12.5 STP-15 STP-20 STP-25 STP-30

3. Press any key except for the MONI key to complete setting.

NOTE:
• Tuning step can't be changed in the Memory mode.
• When the tuning step is changed from 5kHz,10kHz,15kHz,20kHz or 30kHz to
12.5kHz and 25kHz or vice versa, the operating frequency and the shift width
automatically suit to the new setting.

4.4.3 Shift Direction and Offset Frequency Settings

In conventional repeater systems, a signal received on one frequency is retransmitted
on another frequency. The difference between these two frequencies is called the
offset frequency. The selectable offset frequency of this unit is from 0 to 99.995MHz.
1. Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed, press the key to display the
current offset frequency and shift direction settings.

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2. Each time the key is pressed the shift direction changes as indicated below.
A (-) means that the TX frequency is lower than the RX frequency.
A (+) means vice versa.
-0.600 +0.600 OST-OF

3. Rotate the dial while the shift frequency is being displayed.

Clockwise: each click increases the frequency by one tuning step.
Counter-clockwise: each click decreases the frequency by one tuning step.
Press the FUNC key and rotate the dial to increase or decrease the frequency in 1MHz steps.
4. Press any key except for the MONI or FUNC key to complete setting.
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NOTE:
• Please refer to "Selective Calling" (page 35) to set the CTCSS/DCS tones
usually required for conventional Repeater-Accesses.
• If the offset frequency is set to exceed the transmitting frequency range of this
unit, "OFF" appears on the display and a beep sounds when the PTT key is
pressed. You can not transmit in this state.

4.5 Memory Mode

This mode allows recalling and operating the preprogrammed frequency or setting in
the memory channels. This unit provides up to 200 memory channels, 1 CALL
channel and 1 Repeater-Access function memory.

4.5.1 How to Program Memory Channel(s)

1. Select a frequency and operating parameters to be programmed in the VFO mode.
Programmable parameters are explained later. Press the key. " " appears
on the display.
2. Press the FUNC key to display .
3. Rotate the main dial to select the desired memory channel number while is
displayed. An empty channel is shown with a flashing " ". Select C for CALL
channel programming. "rP ALLFREQ" is explained later.
4. By pressing the key again while is on the display, a beep sounds and
programming is completed.
5. Pressing the FUNC then key while is displayed on the programmed
channel will delete the memory data and it becomes available for reprogramming.

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4.5.2 Recalling a Memory Channel

1. Select the Memory mode by pressing the key. " " and channel number
appear on the display to indicate that the unit is in the Memory mode.
Repeat to switch between the Memory and VFO modes.
2. Select a memory channel.
Rotating the main dial will increase or decrease a memory channel number.

4.5.3 Deleting a Memory Channel

1. Select the Memory mode by pressing the key.
2. Rotate the dial to select the memory channel No. that you wish to delete.
3. Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed on the LCD, press the key. A
4 beep sounds, then " " flashes on the display.

NOTE:
When " " is flashing in step 3 (when the memory contents are displayed as is
on the display), it is still possible to cancel the operation by pressing the FUNC
key, and while is displayed on the LCD, press the key. After changing
channels or modes, this is no longer possible.

4.5.4 Programming a Repeater-Access Function Setting

The "Repeater-Access" function is to set the desired shift and tone parameters to the
current operating frequency by just 2 key-touches.
Please set the parameters to be applied to the Repeater-Access function here.
1. Enter the Memory mode (by pressing the key if necessary).
2. Rotate the dial to select MrpALLFRQ.
3. Set the most commonly used Repeater-Access parameters by referring to "Repeater-
Access" (page 40). The parameters that can be programmed in this memory are
marked * in the chart 4.5.5 on the next page. By activating the Repeater-Access
function these settings are applied to the operating frequency regardless of the
VFO/Memory/CALL modes, by temporary replacing the current parameters.
4. After programming is completed, press the FUNC key then press the key
while MrpALL is displayed to store the edited parameters.
5. Rotate the dial to operate in the Memory mode by selecting channels or press the
key for VFO mode operation.

NOTE:
• You can not communicate in the channel.
• The channel is skipped during scanning. You can not delete or
convert this memory to other purposes.
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4.5.5 Programmable Parameters in Memory Channels

The following parameters can be stored in each of the memory channels.
• Frequency • Offset frequency *
• Skip channel setting • Shift direction (+/-) *
• Busy channel lockout (BCLO) • Tone encoder frequency *
• Transmission power (H/M/L) • Tone decoder frequency *
• Battery save setting • Tone encoder/decoder setting (TSQ) *
• Clock Shift setting • DCS code *
• Alphanumeric channel tag • DCS setting *

NOTE:
Only parameters marked "*" are programmable in Repeater-Access function memory.
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4.6 Call-Channel Mode
This mode is used to recall a most frequently used memory channel (stored in MC
channel) with a single key-touch.
1. Press the key.
" " is displayed on the LCD, and the channel
programmed in MC is recalled.
2. Press the key again or the key in the
Call mode to return to original operating mode
(VFO/memory).

IMPORTANT NOTE:
• The dial and direct key-entry of frequency/memory channel are blocked in the
Call mode.
• It is possible to temporary change the offset and CTCSS/DCS related
parameters in the Call mode.
• The Scan function is deactivated in the Call mode.
• The CALL channel reprogramming is possible but it can't be deleted from the
memory channel mode.

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4.7 Receiving
1. Turn on the unit.
2. Press the key and rotate the dial to adjust the audio level as necessary.
3. Press the key and rotate the dial to adjust the squelch level.
4. Select the frequency that you wish to operate by using the dial or the keypad.
When a signal is received on the frequency that you selected, and S-meter
are displayed on the LCD, then the received signal can be heard. The green RX
indicator also lights at this time.

4.7.1 Monitor Function

4 In case the receiving signal is weak and the audio is intermittently cut off by the
squelch, press the MONI key. As long as this key is pressed, the squelch including
TSQ/DCS unmutes making the audio easier to hear.
• The squelch is unmuted while the MONI key is pressed, regardless of the squelch
level setting.
• This function unmutes the squelch even if the DCS and Tone Squelch functions are
set.

4.8 Transmitting
1. Select the frequency that you wish by using the dial or keypad.
2. Press the PTT key.
The red TX indicator turns on while transmitting.
3. While holding down the PTT key, speak into the unit at normal voice from the
distance of 5cm (2").
4. Release the PTT key to receive.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
• To transmit a tone-burst signal, press the MONI key while holding down the
PTT key.
• Speaking too loud, too close or too far from the unit may distort the audio.
• "OFF" appears on the display and a beep sounds when the PTT key is pressed
with the TX frequency set out of the TX range. You can not transmit in this state.

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4.8.1 Selecting the Output Level

Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed on the LCD, press the key to
switch transmission power output.
The display changes as follows depending on the output level selected:
• is displayed with on the power meter. (Low power output)
• is displayed with on the power meter. (Middle power output)
• Nothing is displayed with on the power meter. (High power output)
The initial setting is low power.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
The output level can't be altered while transmitting.

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5. Useful Functions

5.1 Scan Modes

The scan function automatically searches the receiving signals. There are 2 modes for
scan-resume condition.
• Busy Scan: The scan stops when a signal is detected, stays until the signal is gone
then resumes scanning.
• Timer Scan: The scan stops when a signal is detected, and resumes scanning after 5
seconds regardless of receiving status.
During scanning, the 1MHz decimal point ( ) on the frequency display flashes.
Press any key other than the MONI key to stop scanning.
Scanning starts in the direction of the last dial operation (up or down).

5 NOTE:
Please refer to the Set mode to switch the setting between Timer and Busy scan modes
(page 42).

5.1.1 VFO-Scan
1. Use the key to select the VFO mode.
2. Press the key to start scanning. The unit scans in accordance with the order
of one step.
3. Rotate the dial clockwise/counter-clockwise to change the scan direction.
VFO-scan scans the entire frequency range.
4. Press any key other than the MONI key to stop scanning.

5.1.2 Memory-Scan
1. Use the key to select the Memory mode.
2. Press the key to start memory scanning.
3. Rotate the dial clockwise/counter-clockwise to change the scan direction.
Memory-scan scans all programmed memory channels.
4. Press any key other than the MONI key to stop scanning.

NOTE:
Please set the squelch level correctly before scanning, even in the TSQ scanning the
normal squelch level adjustment is required to activate this function.

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5.1.3 Setting Skip Channels

You can select the memory channels that you wish to skip during the memory-scan.
• Press the FUNC key in the Memory mode, and while is displayed, press the
key to set the currently selected memory channel as a skip channel.
Use the same procedure to clear the skip channel setting.
• The 10MHz decimal point appears for memory channels that are set as skip
channels.

NOTE:
The Call channel and Repeater-Access memory are automatically skipped
during scanning.

5.2 Keylock
Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed, press the key to set the Keylock 5
function on, and repeat the same to quit.
When the Keylock is on, the is displayed on the LCD.
When the Keylock is on, other than the following, all operations are blocked.
* PTT * LAMP * MONI * VOL * SQL * Tone-burst
* POWER ON/OFF * DTMF tone

NOTE:
Keylock function can't be activated on the Repeater-Access function memory
channel.

5.3 Tone-Burst
This function is to generate an audible tone to access European repeaters mostly used
in Europe.
• To output the tone-burst tone, press the MONI key while holding down the PTT key.
The tone is transmitted as long as the MONI key is pressed.
The initial setting for the tone-burst tone is 1750Hz, but this can be changed in the
Set mode (page 42).
• While transmitting the tone-burst tone, the CTCSS/DCS tone is temporary
suspended.

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5.4 Naming Memory Channels

In the Memory mode, it is possible to display up to 6 alphanumeric characters (Name-
tag) instead of conventional frequency display.

5.4.1 Setting Name-Tag

1. Select the memory channel.
2. Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed press the key.
3. [A ] flashes on the display.
4. Rotate the dial to select a character to be the first digit.
5. Press the key to input the next character. The previous character will stop
flashing.
6. Repeat the same sequence as necessary.
Press the key during setting to delete all characters.
5 7. Press any key (except MONI, , ) to complete the setting.

5.4.2 Using the Channel Name Function

• Programmed memory channels are displayed with alphanumeric characters. The
channel number is displayed as it normally is.
• Press the FUNC key to display the frequency display for 5 seconds. Pressing certain
keys during this 5 sec period may immediately recall the alphanumeric display,
while other keys access their allocated functions.

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5.5 Auto-Power-Off (APO)

This function prevents an useless battery consumption.

5.5.1 Setting APO

Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed on the LCD, press the key. is
displayed on the LCD, and the Auto-Power-Off function is set. Repeat the same to
turn it off.
• The initial setting for the APO function is off.

5.5.2 APO Operation

• After having activated the APO and about 30 minutes elapse without any key-operation,
the unit turns off automatically alerting with beep sounds. The time to Auto-Power-Off
is determined by the last key operation only, not the last signal received.

5.6 Time-Out-Timer (TOT)

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This function automatically stops transmission when a preset time is elapsed.

5.6.1 Setting TOT

1. Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed on the LCD, press the key. T-
OFF is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to change the TOT setting time.
The maximum setting for the TOT time is 450 seconds.
OFF 30 60 90 ------ 450
(unit: seconds)

3. Press any key other than the MONI key to complete the setting.

5.6.2 TOT Operation

When the preset time is about to be elapsed, a beep sounds to alert that the unit is
forced to quit transmitting. Release PTT key to quit transmitting otherwise the TOT
penalty may be activated. Refer to page 44 for TOT penalty time setting.

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5.7 Lamp
Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed on the LCD, press the MONI key to
illuminate the display and DTMF keypad.
• The backlight automatically switches off if there is no key operation for 5 seconds.
• Pressing any key other than the LAMP key extends the LAMP function for another 5
seconds.
• Turning on the power while pressing the MONI key illuminates the backlight
permanently. Repeat the same to turn it off.
• When the lamp is set for the "permanent-on" position, pressing the FUNC key then
the MONI key to turn on/off the backlight.

NOTE:
The LAMP function consumes battery. The "permanent-on" position is
recommended only for the operation using an external power source.
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6. Selective Calling

■ Selective Calling Operations

• To communicate only with selected stations, use either the Tone Squelch or the DCS
function.
The Tone Squelch function unmutes the squelch only when a signal added with one
of the matching 39 CTCSS tone frequencies is received.
• The DCS function unmutes the squelch only when a signal added with one of
matching 104 digital codes is received.
• It isn't possible to use the Tone Squelch and DCS functions at the same time.

6.1 Tone Squelch (TSQ)

6.1.1 Setting the Tone Squelch
1. Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed on the LCD, press the
key to display the current TSQ settings. Each time the key is pressed,
the display shows:

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88.5 88.5 TCS-OF

• When only is displayed, the unit encodes the CTSS tone.

• When is displayed, the unit encodes and decodes the CTCSS tone.
2. Rotate the dial while the tone frequency is displayed to select one of the 39 CTCSS
tones shown below. The tone can be set for encode/decode separately (refer to
page 36 for details).
(unit: Hz)
67.0 69.3 71.9 74.4 77.0 79.7 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5
94.8 97.4 100.0 103.5 107.2 110.9 114.8 118.8 123.0 127.3
131.8 136.5 141.3 146.2 151.4 156.7 162.2 167.9 173.8 179.9
186.2 192.8 203.5 210.7 218.1 225.7 233.6 241.8 250.3

3. Press any key other than the MONI key to complete the setting. Observe that both
and are displayed.

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6.1.2 Switching Off the Tone Squelch

Press the key in Tone Squelch Setting mode to select TCS-OF, then press any
key other than the MONI key to complete the setting.

6.1.3 To Differentiate the ENC/DEC Tones

It is possible to set the encode and decode tones independently in the Tone Squelch
Setting mode.
• To set the encode tone, when displayed, select a desired tone. The decode tone is
set automatically to the same tone.
• To differentiate the decode tone, select another tone in status.

6.1.4 Tone Squelch Operation

The squelch unmutes only when the signal with the same decoding-setting tone is
received.

6.2 DCS
6.2.1 Setting the DCS
6 1. Press the FUNC key, and while
"
is displayed on the LCD, press the key.
" is displayed on the LCD, and the DCS code is displayed. The initial
setting is 023.
Each time you press the key, the display switches between:
DCS

023 DCS-OF

2. Press any key other than the MONI key to complete the setting. Observe that
" " is displayed.

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6.2.2 Changing the DCS Code

1. Rotate the dial in DCS Code Setting mode (while " " is displayed).
2. Press any key other than the MONI key to complete the setting.
• The same DCS code is set for ENC/DEC, differential setting isn't available.
One of the following 104 DCS codes can be selected.
023 025 026 031 032 036 043 047 051 053
054 065 071 072 073 074 114 115 116 122
125 131 132 134 143 145 152 155 156 162
165 172 174 205 212 223 225 226 243 244
245 246 251 252 255 261 263 265 266 271
274 306 311 315 325 331 332 343 346 351
356 364 365 371 411 412 413 423 431 432
445 446 452 454 455 462 464 465 466 503
506 516 523 526 532 546 565 606 612 624
627 631 632 654 662 664 703 712 723 731
732 734 743 754

6.2.3 Switching Off DCS

Select DCS-OF in the DCS Code Setting mode to turn it off. 6
6.2.4 DCS Operation
The squelch unmutes only when the unit receives the matching code.

6.2.5 DET Mode in DCS Operation

■ DET Setting
If the DET mode in DCS operation is preferred, while in the DCS Code Setting mode
and DCS-OF is displayed, rotate the dial to eliminate the hyphen (DCS OF) then
proceed with the rest of setting sequence.
DET on DCS function stands for Detect-Only mode. In DCS operation, the TX signal
carries a digital code. The RX side, just like TSQ, detects this tone stream and
determines the squelch operation. This DCS code stream is transmitted all the way
through the communication like a CTCSS tone and it is necessary for receiver to
correctly and CONTINUOUSLY receive this DCS stream to hold the squelch open,
otherwise the CPU thinks that the signal is unwanted and it closes the squelch. But
due to noise or weak signal strength etc, sometimes it is difficult to continuously
receive a DCS stream. By activating DET, the receiver opens the squelch when the
first corresponding DCS stream is received, then thereafter, regardless of the status of
the DCS codes, the DCS squelch remains opened.

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■ Advantage of DET
It enables DCS squelch operation even in poorer signal conditions.

■ Disadvantage of DET
When it is activated, suppose 2 stations are sharing the same channel and using the
DCS selective-calling technique and transmitting at the same time. After station A
with its corresponding DCS is gone, you may still hear station B even his DCS code is
different from A, although he can't open your DCS squelch by his signal alone.

6.3 DTMF Tone Encoding

■ To Manually Transmit DTMF Tones
1. Press the numeric, alphabetic or symbol keys while holding down the PTT key.
The tones sound as long as the key is pressed.
2. Up to 16 characters of manually transmitted DTMF tones are automatically stored
for redialing. Refer to "Redial" (page 39) for operation.

6 6.4 Auto Dialer

The DTMF tones can be stored in the memory to automatically transmit.

6.4.1 Setting the Auto Dialer

• All 16 DTMF tones up to 16 characters are available for each of 9 memories called
an Auto Dialer memory.

■ Programming the Auto Dialer Memories

1. Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed on the LCD, press the key to
enter the Dialer Setting mode. The "M1" appears.
There are six space available for characters on the display, and nothing is displayed initially.
2. Select a desired Auto Dialer memory channel from M1 to M9 by rotating the dial.

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3. Use the DTMF key to input the DTMF tones.

For example: when programming 123456789, the display changes as follows:
[ 1] –> [ 12] –> [ 123] –> [ 1234] –> [ 12345] –> [123456] –> [234567] –>
[345678] –> [456789]
• To set a pause instead of a tone, press the FUNC key, and while is displayed ,
press the key. "-" is displayed for a pause.
The pausing time is approx. 1 second.
• Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed, rotate the dial to scroll the display
to see the hidden characters.
• To clear the programming, press the FUNC key, and while is displayed, press the
key.
4. Press the PTT key to complete the programming.

6.4.2 Generating the Auto Dialer Codes

Please program the Auto Dialer memory channel(s) in advance.
1. Press the key. "DIAL" is displayed on the LCD.
2. Press one of the to key (corresponding to memory #1~#9) to
automatically generate the DTMF tones. 6
■ Auto Dialer Operation While Transmitting
1. While pressing the PTT key, press the FUNC key. "DIAL" is displayed on the
LCD. Don't release the PTT to proceed.
2. Press one of the to key to automatically transmit the DTMF tones.

6.4.3 Redial
This function generates the last DTMF tones used by the unit.
1. Press the key while the unit is receiving.
2. Press the key. The last DTMF tones (either the auto dialer code or a
manually input DTMF code) is automatically generated from the speaker. The unit
doesn't transmit the tones in this operation.
3. To transmit, press the FUNC key while pressing the PTT key, then the key.

Please note that you must operate the DTMF tones at least once to proceed above.

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7. Special Functions

7.1 Battery Refresh

Repeating improper recharge of the Ni-MH battery pack may cause so-called the
"memory effect" that the battery holds less charge. To avoid this, it is always
recommended to fully discharge the battery pack then full charge. This function helps
discharging the battery pack. Please remove the unit from a charger before this
operation.
1. Activate the Keylock (page 31).
2. Press the key twice, the key twice, the
key twice and then the key twice.
"DISCHG" will be displayed on the LCD, and the
battery-refresh starts.

3. To cancel this operation, just turn off the unit, turn it on again, then unlock the
Keylock function.
4. The unit will turn off automatically when finished the refresh.

Caution
• The time to refresh totally depends on the remaining charge of the battery
7 pack. To discharge the fully-charged EBP-72 may take up to approx. 7 hours.
• When this function is on, the backlight and the keys are illuminated, and
noise from the speaker can be heard.
• Before storing the rechargeable battery pack for an extended period of
time, please full-charge it after this operation. Also, refresh and fully charge
the battery once every 6 months to keep the pack in good condition.

7.2 Repeater-Access
1. In the VFO/Memory/Call channel mode, select the channel to which you wish to
apply the Repeater-Access setting.
2. Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed on the LCD, press the key.
The Repeater-Access setting is applied to the operating frequency.

NOTE:
Preset parameters on the Repeater-Access function memory will be effective at
any frequency. Repeater-Access parameters have priorities over the parameters
programmed in the VFO/memory/CALL modes.

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8. Set Mode
The Set mode is used to customize the various operational parameters of your DJ-175.

8.1 Set Mode Operation

This chart shows the available parameters in the Set mode.
Menu Default setting Function
01 BS-1 Battery Save setting

02 TIMER Timer/Busy scan setting

FUNC key
03 BEP-ON Beep sound ON/OFF

04 1750 Tone-Burst Frequency setting

05 SFT-OF CPU Clock Frequency shift ON/OFF

06 BCL-OF Busy Channel Lock Out ON/OFF

07 TP-OFF TOT Penalty setting

08 DWT-01 DTMF Wait time setting

09 DP-60 DTMF Pause/Burst time setting

MONI key
10 DB-60 DTMF First Digit Burst time setting

11 BAT-NI Battery type setting

8.2 Entering the Set Mode

1. Press the FUNC key for at least 2 seconds.
The unit enters the Set mode. 8
"BS-1" is displayed as a factory-default.
2. Press the MONI key or FUNC key to select a menu.
The Monitor function can't be used in this status.
3. Rotate the dial to change the parameter.
4. Press any key other than the MONI key and FUNC key to complete the settings, or
use the MONI or FUNC keys to continue programming.

The last operated menu will be selected the next time you enter the Set mode.

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8.3 Available Parameters

8.3.1 Menu 1 Battery Save (BS) Function
This function prevents useless battery consumption by switching the power ON/OFF
at a fixed ratio if there is no key operation or receiving signal for a continuous period
of 5 seconds or more.
1. BS-1 is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to select BS-1, BS-2 or OFF.
BS-1 saves the more amount of battery but may cause slight delay on receiving. BS-2 allows
smoother communication but saves the less amount of battery. OFF cancels the BS function.
BS-1 BS-2 BS-OFF

• The factory setting is BS-1.

• The Battery Save function is temporarily suspended when a key is operated or a
signal is received.
• Set this parameter OFF for packet operation.
• The display remain unchanged even the BS function is in the OFF cycle.

8.3.2 Menu 2 Timer/Busy Scan Setting

Select the scan-resume condition in this menu (page 30).
1. TIMER is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to select the scan-resume condition between TIMER and BUSY.
TIMER BUSY

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8.3.3 Menu 3 Beep Function
Select OFF to turn off all the beep sounds inclusive of alerting beeps.
1. BEP-ON is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to select the beep setting on and off.
BEP-ON BEP-OF

8.3.4 Menu 4 Tone-Burst Frequency Setting

1. 1750 is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to select the tone-burst frequency.
1750 2100 1000 1450
(unit: Hz)

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8.3.5 Menu 5 Clock Shift Setting

In the unlikely event that you may hear a weak noise always on the same frequency, it
may be so-called a CPU-clock noise. Unfortunately this is due to the circuit-design of
this product and can't be eliminated, but can be moved away to another frequency.
1. SFT-OF is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to select the clock shift setting on and off.
SFT-OF SFT-ON

NOTE:
This function isn't a noise-blanker. Also, since not all noises are due to a CPU-
clock noise, the clock shift setting may not be effective.

8.3.6 Menu 6 Busy Channel Lockout Setting

This function restricts the PTT (transmit) operation.
1. BCL-OF is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to select the Busy Channel Lockout setting on and off.
BCL-OF BCL-ON

When Busy Channel Lockout is set to on, transmission is possible only in the
following conditions (and isn't possible otherwise).
The alarm sounds if the PTT key is pressed when transmission is prohibited.
1) When no signal is being received (BUSY isn't displayed).
2) When the tone matches and the squelch is unmuted based on the Tone Squelch 8
setting conditions.
3) When the codes match and the squelch is unmuted based on the DCS setting
conditions.

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8.3.7 Menu 7 TOT Penalty Time

This parameter determines the time to resume the transmission after the unit is forced
to quit transmitting by TOT.
1. TP-OFF is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to change the TOT Penalty Time setting.
TP-OFF TP-1 ----- TP-4 ----- TP-15
(unit: seconds)

Transmission is prohibited until the penalty time elapses.

• An alert beep sounds when the PTT key is pressed during the penalty time.

NOTE:
The following 3 menus explain the Auto Dialer DTMF tone parameters. Please
refer to the chart at the end for details.

8.3.8 Menu 8 DTMF WAIT Time

Use this parameter to delay the time to start transmitting the DTMF tones in Auto
Dialer operation. The initial setting is 100ms.
1. DWT-01 is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to change the DTMF wait time setting.
DWT-01 DWT-04 DWT-07 DWT-10
(unit: 100ms)

8.3.9 Menu 9 DTMF Burst/Pause Time

8 This parameter determines the length of DTMF tones and pause time between the tones.
1. DP-60 is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to change the DTMF burst/pause time setting.
DP-60 DP-80 DP-160 DP-200
(unit: ms)

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8.3.10 Menu 10 DTMF First Digit Burst Time

It often happens that the radios fail to receive the very beginning instant of each
communication due to squelch/TSQ/DCS etc. By setting the burst time of the first
digit longer, the risk to miss the first DTMF tone will decrease.
1. DB-60 is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to select the initial-character burst time.
DB-60 DB-80 DB-160 DB-200
(unit: ms)

The DTMF Timing Chart

PTT ON DTMF code DTMF code DTMF code

WAIT Time First Digit Pause Burst Pause Burst

Burst Time Time Time Time Time

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8.3.11 Menu 11 Battery Type Setting

Select the correct battery type from Ni-MH battery pack and Li-ion battery pack in
order to display the battery-level icon correctly.
1. BAT-NI is displayed on the LCD.
2. Rotate the dial to select battery type from Ni-MH battery pack (BAT-NI) and Li-
ion battery pack (BAT-LI).
BAT-NI BAT-LI
(Ni-MH) (Li-ion)

NOTE:
Please set this parameter correctly. When the BAT-LI is selected, previously
explained battery charge function can't be performed.

8
• Cut out the Set Mode Function List below for use as a quick reference.
SFT-OF CPU Clock Frequency shift

DTMF First Digit Burst time

BCL-OF Busy Channel Lock Out

DTMF Pause/Burst time

Tone-Burst Frequency
Reference (Set mode)

Timer/Busy scan

DWT-01 DTMF Wait time

Battery Save

BEP-ON Beep sound

TP-OFF TOT Penalty

Battery type
BAT-NI
TIMER

DB-60
DP-60
1750
BS-1

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9. Cloning and Packet Operation

9.1 Cloning
The memory data and customized operational parameters can be transferred from a
Master unit to other DJ-175 (Slave units).

9.1.1 Cable Connection

• Connect the speaker jacks of the setting sending transceiver and the receiving
transceiver using a 3.5 stereo mini plug cord as shown in the diagram.
• Be certain that both units are switched off before connecting them.
• After connecting the units, switch them both on.
Master Slave
To SP jack on the transceiver To SP jack on the transceiver

9.1.2 Master/Slave Units

Press the PTT key three times while holding down
the MONI key.
"CLONE" is displayed on the LCD, and both units
enter the Clone mode.

NOTE:
This operation is required also to program the data using utility software.

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9.1.3 Master Unit Operation

1. In the Clone mode, press the PTT key of the
master unit. "SD***" is displayed on the LCD,
and starts the data-transfer.

2. After the transfer is completed successfully,

"PASS" is displayed.
3. Turn off the unit. Repeat the same sequence to
clone more units.
Stop moving the SD***, COMERR etc. on the display means that the cloning is
failed. Please read below and repeat the procedure.

9.1.4 Slave Unit Operation

1. When the data is sent from the master unit,
"LD***" is displayed on the receiving unit, and the
data-transfer starts.

2. After the transfer is completed, "PASS" is

displayed.
3. After the cloning is done, turn off the unit by
pressing the key and remove the cable.
Repeat the same sequence to clone more units.

In case the transfer fails, please turn off the slave unit and perform the reset sequence
(page 51) to turn on again before retry. If you quit cloning of this slave unit, please reset
it anyway otherwise it may not work properly.

9 Caution
• Don't disconnect the cable during data transmission. If you disconnect the
cable at this time, "COMERR" is displayed on the LCD of the master unit,
and transmission is aborted.
• When data transfer is performed using the Clone function, all settings in the
slave unit are overwritten by the master unit settings.
There is NO data back-up available in unit's memory.

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9.2 Packet Operation

Packet operation is one of the data communication methods, which enables data
transmission and reception with a personal computer through an optional TNC unit
available from third-parties.

9.2.1 Packet Operation Connections

Connect the packet communication TNC (Terminal Node Controller) terminals to the
SP (Ø3.5 mm plug) and MIC (Ø2.5 mm plug ) connectors on the top of the transceiver.
• Input level adjustment: The unit doesn't have microphone and speaker level
adjustment circuit. Adjust their level on the TNC side.
• Output level adjustment: Use the audio output ( key) of the unit to adjust the
output level from MIC/SP terminal.

3.5ø PLUG
SP SP
T
GND GND
N
2.5ø PLUG 10µF

MIC
MIC C
5.0V 10kΩ
GND PTT (Low)
5.0V GND

Caution
• Refer to the TNC's instruction manual when connecting the TNC unit to other
devices (personal computer etc.). If the unit, TNC unit and connected personal
computer are set too close, noise between them may cause interference.
• Turn the battery save function off during packet operations.
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10. Maintenance and Reference

10.1 Troubleshooting
Please check the list below before concluding that the unit needs to be serviced. If a
problem persists, please reset the unit. The setting/CPU program-related troubles are
often resolved by the reset.
Symptom Possible Cause Action
Nothing appears on Poor battery pack Check that the battery pack terminals are
the display when connection. clean, and pack is correctly attached.
turning on the power. Battery is exhausted. Recharge or replace the battery
(pages 53-55).
You are releasing the Hold the power key down until the display
key too quickly. shows figures.
No Speaker audio. Volume too low. Adjust the audio level (page 22).
No reception. Squelch level too high. Adjust the squelch (page 22).
Tone squelch is on. Turn off tone squelch (page 36).
DCS is on. Turn off DCS (page 37).
You are pressing the PTT Release PTT key.
key and transmitting.
Frequency display is CPU error. Reset the unit (page 51).
incorrect. A channel name is See Naming Memory Channels function
set. (page 32).
Won't scan. Squelch is unmuted. Set squelch so that noise mutes (page 22).
Frequency and Keylock is on. Turn off Keylock (page 31).
memory number Transceiver is in the Select the VFO or Memory mode.
don't change. Call mode.
Key entry not possible. Keylock is on. Turn off Keylock (page 31).
Repeater-Access Incorrect setting of Set the correct parameters to suit your
can't be used. parameters. local repeaters (page 26).
Can't transmit. Battery is exhausted. Recharge or replace the battery
Display flashes or goes (pages 53-55).
out when you transmit.
Can't transmit. Not pressing the PTT Press the PTT key and confirm that TX/RX
Can't talk to other key firmly enough. lamp lights red.
stations. Off-frequency. Be sure that you are in the TX range
and/or check shift status.
Incorrect frequency. Check the shift status/repeater settings.
10 The display flashes
or disappears during
Battery is exhausted. Recharge battery or replace the battery
(pages 53-55).
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10.2 Resetting
10.2.1 All Resetting
When you reset the unit, all settings are returned to the initial factory settings. The
reset deletes the programmed memory channels also.
1. Turn on the unit with the FUNC and keys pressed together.
2. All the icons appear on the display.
Release the keys. All display will disappear for 2 seconds, and then reappear. The
initial mode is the VFO.

10.2.2 Partial Resetting

When you perform partial resetting, all settings except the programmed memory
channels are returned to the factory defaults.
1. Turn on the unit with the FUNC key pressed.
2. All the icons appear on the display.
Release the keys. All display will disappear for 2 seconds, and then reappear. The
initial mode is the VFO.

Factory default settings

DJ-175T DJ-175E DJ-175TFH
VFO Frequency 145.000MHz 145.000MHz 155.000MHz
CALL Frequency 145.000MHz 145.000MHz 155.000MHz
Memory Channel 0~199ch Blank 0~199ch Blank 0~199ch Blank
Channel Step 5kHz 12.5kHz 5kHz
Shift None None None
Offset Frequency 0.6kHz 0.6kHz 0.6kHz
Tone Setting None None None
Tone Frequency 88.5Hz 88.5Hz 88.5Hz
DCS Setting None None None
DCS Code 023 023 023
Transmitter Output Low Low Low
Auto Dialer Code None None None
Keylock off off off
Time-Out-Timer off off off
Auto-Power-Off off off off
Volume Level 0 0 0
Squelch Level
Repeater Shift
0
-
0
-
0
-
10
Repeater Offset Frequency 0.6kHz 0.6kHz 0.6kHz
Repeater Tone Setting 88.5Hz 88.5Hz 88.5Hz

NOTE:
THE RESET DELETES ALL THE MEMORIES.
Please take notes of the important data and keep it for future reference.

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10.3 Options
EBP-71 Li-ion Battery Pack (7.4V 1200mAh)
EDC-164T/E/UK Li-ion Battery Charger (T: 120V E: 230V UK: 230V UK plug)
EME-6 Earphone
EME-12 Headset with VOX
EME-13 Earphone and MIC with VOX
EME-15 Tie-pin MIC with VOX
EMS-47 Speaker Microphone with Audio Control
EMS-59 Speaker Microphone
*More accessories may be available. Please visit alinco.com for details.

NOTE:
FOR EUROPEAN USERS:
Please be advised that some of the accessories listed above are not RoHS
compliant at the moment this manual has been edited, and they are intended for
the sales to where RoHS order is not effective. Please consult with your local
dealer for any updates about RoHS compliance of our products before purchase.
Use of external power source cables are at your own risk per IEC/EN60950-1.
Please refer to "Limited Power Source" on page 8 for details.

10.3.1 Battery Packs

The battery packs aren't fully charged when shipped.
Please charge the pack completely before use.

■ Available Battery Packs for DJ-175

EBP-71 Li-ion Battery Pack (DC 7.4V 1200mAh)
EBP-72 Ni-MH Battery Pack (DC 7.2V 700mAh)

■ Charging Battery Packs

Refer to the chart below for the combination of the proper battery pack and charger.
The ○ indicates the usable combination, (* hrs) means the approximate time
necessary to full charge the empty pack.
10
Battery Packs Li-ion Battery Pack Ni-MH Battery Pack
Chargers EBP-71 EBP-72
EDC-164 (2.5hrs)
EDC-165 (10hrs)

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10.3.2 Using the Chargers

Caution
Please also read the "Warning" (page 4 of this manual) and the safety
instruction that is included in the accessories' package before operating for
your safety.

■ Charging with the EDC-165 (Trickle Charger)

Please make sure that following items are included in the package.
• EDC-165T: EDC-165 basket, EDC-146 adapter (AC 120V), insulation sheet
• EDC-165E: EDC-165 basket, EDC-147 adapter (AC 230V), insulation sheet
• EDC-165UK: EDC-165 basket, EDC-148 adapter (AC 230V), insulation sheet
*Standard accessories may vary depending on the models you have purchased.

1. Connect the AC adapter plug to the DC-IN jack on

the back of the basket.
*The design of the AC adapter may vary
depending on the models.
AC adapter*
2. Connect the adapter to an outlet.

AC adapter
plug
Basket

3. Mount the battery (with or without being attached

to the unit) in the basket as shown. Turn off the
unit while charging.
The red indicator on the basket turns on and
charging starts.

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4. After charging time is elapsed (page 52), remove the battery pack from the basket.
The red indicator stays turned on as long as the pack is mounted on the basket
regardless of the charging status.

Specifications
EBP-72
Input Voltage DC 12.0V 70mA
Operating Temperature Range 0˚C~+40˚C (+32˚F~+104˚F)
Charging Current 70mA
Battery Capacity DC 7.2V 70mA
Charging Time Approx. 10 hours
*The charging time may vary depending on the condition of the battery pack and the
temperature of the environment.

■ Charging with the EDC-164 (Quick Charger/Optional)

Please make sure that following items are included in the package
• EDC-164T: EDC-164 basket, EDC-170 adapter (AC 120V), insulation sheet
• EDC-164E: EDC-164 basket, EDC-151A adapter (AC 230V), insulation sheet
• EDC-164UK: EDC-164 basket, EDC-152A adapter (AC 230V), insulation sheet

1. Connect the AC adapter plug to the DC-IN jack on

the back of the basket.
*The design of the AC adapter may vary
depending on the models.
AC adapter*
2. Connect the adapter to an outlet.

AC adapter
plug
Basket

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3. Mount the battery (with or without being attached

to the unit) in the basket as shown. Turn off the
unit while charging.
The red indicator on the basket turns on and
charging starts.

Indicator

4. The red indicator turns off when the charge is completed. Remove the battery pack
from the basket.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Charging does not start if the fully charged battery pack is mounted or if an
abnormal voltage is detected.

• In case the battery pack can't be charged, please try charging it by the battery pack
alone.
• This charger is provided with a protection circuit and it automatically stops charging
in case a short-circuit is detected. To resume charging, remove the AC adapter from
the wall outlet and fix the cause of trouble.

Specifications
EBP-71
Input Voltage DC 12.0V 600mA
Operating Temperature Range 0˚C~+40˚C (+32˚F~+104˚F)
Charging Current 600mA
Battery Capacity DC 7.4V 1200mA
Charging Time Approx. 2.5 hours
*The charging time may vary depending on the condition of the battery pack and the
temperature of the environment.

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11. Specifications

■ General
Frequency range T: TX144~147.995MHz * 144~147.995MHz
RX136~173.995MHz * 144~147.995MHz
E: TX144~145.995MHz * 144~145.995MHz
RX144~145.995MHz * 144~145.995MHz
TFH: TX136~173.995MHz * 150~173.995MHz
RX136~173.995MHz * 150~173.995MHz
*Guaranteed range per specifications

Modulation: F3E (FM), F2D* *T/E models only

Channel steps: 5, 10, 12.5, 20, 25 & 30KHz
Memory channels: 200 channels + 1 CALL channel + 1 Repeater-Access
function memory
Antenna impedance: 50 Ω unbalanced
Frequency stability: ±2.5ppm
Microphone impedance: 2k Ω nominal
Power supply: 7.2/7.4V (Battery only)
Current drain (Approx.): 1.6A Transmit high at 5W
250mA Receive at 500mW
70mA Stand-by
30mA Battery save on
Temperature range: -10 ~ +45°C (+14 ~ 113°F)
Ground: Negative ground
Dimension: 58(W) x 107.5(H) x 36.3(D) mm
2.28(W) x 4.23(H) x 1.43(D) inches
Weight: Approx. 245g/8.7oz with EBP-72 & antenna
DTMF: 16 Buttons Keypad
Subaudible Tone (CTCSS): encode/decode 39 tones
Digital Code SQ. (DCS): encode/decode 104 codes

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■ Transmitter
Output power (Approx.): 5W (High)/2W (Middle)/0.5W (Low)
Modulation: Variable reactance frequency modulation
Max. deviation: ±5KHz
(±2.5KHz)**
Spurious emission: -60dB or less

■ Receiver
Receive system: Double conversion superheterodyne
Intermediate frequencies: 1st: 21.7MHz/2nd: 450KHz
Sensitivity (12dB SINAD): -14dBµ (0.2µV)
Selectivity: -6dB: 12KHz or more/-60dB: 26KHz or less
(-6dB: 6KHz or more/-60dB: 14KHz or less)**
Audio output power: 500mW (8 Ω, MAX)
400mW (8 Ω, 10% THD)

**Narrow FM models are available depending on areas of distribution.

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1 Features

2 Accessories

3 Names and Operations of Parts

4 Basic Operation

5 Useful Functions ALINCO, INC.

Yodoyabashi Dai-Bldg 13F,
4-4-9 Koraibashi, Chuo-ku,

6 Selective Calling Osaka 541-0043 Japan

Phone:06-7636-2362
Fax:06-6208-3802
http://www.alinco.com
7 Special Functions E-mail:export@alinco.co.jp

8 Set Mode

9 Cloning and Packet Operation

10 Maintenance and Reference

11 Specifications

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