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ADI AR-147 - User Manual

ADI AR-147
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AR-147
AR-247
AR-447
TMA-281A
COMMANDO 246 BM
MOBILE TRANSCEIVER
USER'S MANUAL
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Summary

BEFORE OPERATION

General Safety Precautions

Important safety instructions to prevent electric shock, fire, and injury during operation.

CLEANING PROCEDURES

Cleaning Instructions

Instructions on how to safely clean the transceiver's exterior surfaces.

2. SPECIFICATIONS

Technical Specifications Summary

Detailed technical specifications for various transceiver models including frequency range, power, and sensitivity.

3. ACCESSORIES

Included Accessories List

List of accessories that should be included with the transceiver package.

4. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION

4.1 Mounting Bracket Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the mounting bracket for the transceiver in a vehicle.

4-2 CONNECTOR

4-2-1 Mobile Installation Wiring

Cautions and procedures for connecting the power cable for mobile installations, including battery connections.

FIXED STATION AND ANTENNA INSTALLATION

4-2-2 Fixed Station Power Supply

Requirements for a regulated DC power supply for fixed station operation.

4-2-3 Antenna Guidelines

Guidance on selecting and connecting antennas for optimal transceiver performance.

5 OPERATION

5-1-1 Control Functions Overview

Detailed explanation of the purpose and operation of each front panel control and key.

5-2 RECEIVER OPERATION

5-2-1 Reception Setup

Procedure for initial reception setup, including power, volume, and squelch adjustments.

FREQUENCY SELECTION AND STEPPING

VFO Mode Frequency Selection

Selecting frequencies using the VFO mode.

Memory Channel Selection

Selecting stored frequencies from memory channels.

CALL Channel Selection

Selecting the designated call channel frequency.

5-2-3 Frequency Step Selection

How to change the frequency step size for tuning and scanning operations.

5-3 TRANSMITTER OPERATION

5-3-1 Transmit Basics

Fundamental transmit procedures, including selecting power levels and checking frequency occupancy.

5-3-2 Time-out-Timer (TOT)

How to set and use the Time-out Timer to limit continuous transmission duration.

5-4 MEMORY

5-4-1 Memory Channels

Data that can be stored in memory channels, including frequencies, tones, and codes.

5-4-2 Initial State

Default transceiver settings shown in a factory state chart.

5-4-3 System Memory Initialization

Procedures for resetting the transceiver's memory or VFO settings to factory defaults.

ADVANCED MEMORY OPERATIONS

5-4-4 Specific Memory Channels

Special uses for memory channels like DUAL-WATCH and Programmable Band Scan limits.

5-4-5 Memory Entry

Steps for storing new data into memory channels and recalling stored information.

MEMORY CHANNEL UTILITIES

5-4-6 Memory Channel Recall

Recalling stored frequencies and parameters from memory channels.

5-4-7 Memory Shift

Copying memory or call channel data to the VFO for modification.

5-4-8 Memory Channel Clear

Procedure for erasing stored data from a memory channel.

5-5 SCAN

5-5-1 Scan Operation

Available scan options: Band scan, Programmable band scan, and Memory channel scan.

5-5-2 Scan Hold and Resume Settings

Configuration for time-operated scan (pause scan) and carrier-operated scan (busy scan).

5-5-3 Band Scan

Procedure for performing a band scan across the entire frequency range.

ADVANCED SCANNING FEATURES

5-5-4 Programmable Band Scan

How to set scan limits using memory channels for programmable band scanning.

5-5-5 Memory Channel Scan

Scanning through memory channels that have data entered and are not locked out.

5-5-6 Memory Channel Lockout

Temporarily skipping unwanted memory channels during a scan.

5-6 DUAL-WATCH OPERATION

Dual-Watch Functionality

Enabling and using the dual-watch feature to monitor two frequencies simultaneously.

DUAL-WATCH MODES

5-6-1 Dual-Watch with CH1 Memory

Setting up dual-watch to monitor the dial frequency and memory channel 1.

5-6-2 Dual-Watch with Other Memories

Configuring dual-watch with other memory channels or the call frequency.

5-6-3 Dual-Watch with Scanning Sequence

Monitoring dual frequencies during a sequential memory scan.

5-7 REPEATER OPERATION

5-7-1 Transmitter Offset

Understanding and setting transmitter offsets for repeater communication.

5-7-2 Automatic Repeater Offset

Using the automatic repeater offset function for simplified repeater access.

TONE AND REPEATER ACCESS

5-7-3 Reverse Function

Using the reverse function to check repeater input frequencies.

5-7-4 Tone Operation

Using sub-audible tones (CTCSS/DCS) and repeater access tones.

Repeater Access Tone Selection

Selecting the desired repeater access tone frequency.

5-7-5 CTCSS Tone Selection

Selecting and setting CTCSS (Continuous Tone-Controlled Squelch System) tones.

DCS CODE MANAGEMENT

5-7-6 DCS Code Selection

Selecting DCS codes and understanding the DCS code table.

CTCSS;DCS FEATURES

DCS Code Polarity Selection

Adjusting DCS polarity to ensure correct signal decoding.

5-8 CTCSS;DCS Feature Selection

Enabling CTCSS/DCS squelch functions for selective reception.

CTCSS Tone;DCS Code Scan

Scanning for CTCSS tones and DCS codes on received signals.

5-9 C.SQ(CODE Squelch System) OPERATION

5-9-1 C.SQ Code Selection and Storage

Selecting and storing C.SQ codes using VFO mode or DTMF keypad.

PAG;C.SQ FUNCTIONALITY

5-9-2 C.SQ Code Selection

Detailed steps for selecting C.SQ codes.

5-9-3 Using PAG;C.SQ Function

Activating and using the PAG (Paging) and C.SQ functions.

PAG;C.SQ WITH REPEATER

5-9-4 PAG;C.SQ with Repeater

Using PAG/C.SQ with repeaters, including transmission delay.

5-10 PAGING

5-10-1 Paging Code Memories

Storing and using individual, group, and station codes for paging.

5-10-2 Setting the Paging Codes

Procedure for entering and setting paging codes into memory.

5-10-3 Paging Transmission (Calling)

Calling All Stations in Group

Procedure to call all stations in a group using the paging function.

Calling a Specific Station

Procedure to call a specific station using the paging function.

5-10-4 Paging Reception (Stand by)

Paging Reception Standby

How the transceiver enters standby mode for incoming paging calls.

CODE LOCKOUT AND DTMF DECODING

5-10-5 Code Lockout

Locking out paging memories to prevent accidental transmission or reception.

5-11 DTMF Code Decoding Function

Displaying received DTMF signals on the LCD.

5-11-1 Setting the CODE Decoding Mode

Entering and setting the DTMF code decoding mode to view incoming DTMF signals.

DTMF AUTODIALER OPERATION

5-11-2 Store the CODE Memory

Saving decoded DTMF codes to EEPROM for future use.

5-12 DTMF Autodialer Operation

Using DTMF Autodialer memories for remote control or telephone numbers.

DTMF REDIALER AND KEYPAD ENTRY

5-13 DTMF Redialer Operation

Redialing the last transmitted DTMF sequence.

5-14 Keypad Direct Frequency Entry

Entering frequencies directly using the DTMF microphone keypad.

AUTOMATIC POWER OFF (APO)

5-14 APO Function Settings

Enabling and configuring the Automatic Power Off feature to save battery.

DISPLAY DIMMER SETTINGS

5-15 Dimmer Level Adjustment

Adjusting the front panel display illumination intensity.

BEEP AND LOCK FUNCTIONS

5-16 Beep On;Off Control

Turning the audible beep feedback for key presses on and off.

5-17 Panel and Microphone Key Lock

Activating and deactivating panel and microphone key lock functions.

CHANNEL DISPLAY AND AM RECEPTION

5-18 Channel Display Mode

Switching the display between frequency and channel number formats.

5-19 AM Reception Mode

Enabling AM reception for specific frequency bands (AR-147 option).

6 KEY FUNCTION LIST

Front Panel Key Combinations

A comprehensive list of functions accessed via front panel key combinations.

7 MAINTENANCE

7-1 General Information

Factory alignment, warranty, and general service guidelines.

7-2 Service Procedures

Guidelines for returning equipment for repair and providing necessary information.

7-3 IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY

Common Problems and Corrective Actions

Table of symptoms, probable causes, and solutions for common operational issues.

INSTALLING ACCESSORIES

DTMF Unit Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the optional DTMF unit.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

One Year Limited Warranty Details

Terms and conditions of the one-year limited warranty for defects in material and workmanship.

ADI AR-147 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandADI
ModelAR-147
CategoryTransceiver
LanguageEnglish

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