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(1) POWER Switch
Turn this knob clockwise (straight down) to turn the radio on. Counterclockwise
rotation will turn the radio off.
(2) SEL Knob
This is 20-position detended rotary switch selects the memory channels or tunes
the operating frequency.
(3) VOL Knob
This control adjusts the audio volume level. Clockwise rotation increases the
volume level.
(4) CLAR Knob
This control allows you to offset the receiving frequency from that originally
displayed (and used for transmission) frequency by up to 200 Hz in 10 Hz/step
(SSB, CW, and DATA mode), or up to 400 Hz in 20 Hz step (AM mode).
(5) GND Terminal
If an earth ground connection point is available at the operating site, this terminal
may be connected to it to provide improved performance and safety.
(6) ANT Jack
This jack accepts the 50Ω antenna. If an optional antenna tuner is installed, the
optional whip antenna can be connecting to this connector directly. Use only type
PL-259 (type M) plug.
(7) SQL Switch
Turn this switch to "upper" position to keep the receiver quiet until a signal is
received. Turn this switch to "lower" position to "open" the noise squelch manually,
allowing you to listen for very weak signals.
This switch function can be customized, via programming by your dealer. See page
XX for details regarding the available feature.
(8) LAMP Switch
Turn this switch to "upper" position to illuminate the LCD lamp continuously. To
disable the LCD lamp, turn this switch to "lower" position.
This switch function can be customized, via programming by your dealer. See page
XX for details regarding the available feature.
(9) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
Display the current operating channel.
(10) LED Indicator
This LED indicates the current status of the transceiver.
Glows Green: Busy Channel (or Squelch off)
Glows Yellow: Transmission in progress
Blinking Yellow:
Blinking Red: Battery voltage is nearing depletion. Prepare to replace the battery.
Glows Red: Battery voltage is critically low. Replace the battery immediately.
Front Panel Control and Switches
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- Page 1 VX-1210 PERATING ANUAL Front Panel Control and Switches (1) POWER Switch Turn this knob clockwise (straight down) to turn the radio on. Counterclockwise rotation will turn the radio off. (2) SEL Knob This is 20-position detended rotary switch selects the memory channels or tunes the operating frequency.
- Page 2 VX-1210 PERATING ANUAL Rear Panel Connectors (1) CHG Terminal This 4-pin coaxial jack allows connection to the optional CD-17 Rapid Charger or PA-25 AC adapter. (2) Battery Compartment This compartment allows installation of the FNB-66LI Lithium-Ion Battery Pack. Before You Begin...
- Page 3 “upper” position to illuminate the LCD display. FUNCTION Switch Functions The VX-1210’s Function (Toggle) switches are determined to LAMP on/off (LCD side), HI/LOW switch (Center), and SQL off (ANT side) on default. Therefore, these switches functions can be customized, via programming by your Vertex Standard dealer. The possible switch programming features are illustrated below, and their functions are explained below.
- Page 4 Public Amplifier on/off Enable/disable the Public Amplifier Unit, if the optional Jack & Run Unit is connected onto the rear panel. When enable the Public Amplifier Unit, combination of the VX-1210’s microphone and loudspeaker turns to Public Amplifier. Tel Call Function Enable/disable the Tel Call Function (DTMF dialing for Autopatch,) if the optional Sell Call Unit is installed.
- Page 5 “Memory System”). Sell Call Operation The VX-1210 Sell Call feature allow paging and selective calling using 4-digit codes transmitted as DTMF sequence. Your receiver remains silent until it receives four DTMF digit that match those stored in a dedicated code memory.
- Page 6 (assigned to the “Sell Call” feature) for 1/2 second to send a sell call. Manual Sending If your VX-1210 has not program the 4-digit codes for the Sell Call feature into the code memory, you can pre-program and send 4-digit codes temporarily.
- Page 7 VX-1210 PERATING ANUAL Specifications General Frequency Range: 1.705 ~ 30 MHz Emission Modes: J3E (LSB/USB) Synthesizer Steps: 100Hz Antenna Impedance: 50Ω, Unbalanced Operating Temperature Range: –10 °C to + 50 °C Frequency Stability: ±1 ppm (–10 °C to + 50 °C) Power Requirements: DC 13.2V Ni-Cd Battery, DC 14.4V Lithium-ion Battery or DC...