Important Safety Information; Care And Maintenance; Frequently Asked Questions About; Programming - Ritron RQA-152M Installation And Operating Instruction Manual

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MPORTANT AFETY NFORMATION
NOTICE The Quick Talk
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury, follow these basic safety instructions when using this unit.
1. Read and follow all instructions.
2. Remove power from the unit before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
3. Use only Ritron approved power sources for the unit.
4. During thunderstorms, avoid contact with this unit and any external antenna system or wiring.
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5. The Quick Talk switch and external power inputs are connected internally to the antenna connector. If the Quick Talk
power supply terminals contact high voltage, a hazardous condition may exist in that contacting the antenna could prove injurious
or even fatal.
6. In general, the switches you connect to the Quick Talk
"live" electrical circuit
7. If you are unsure whether your installation will be safe, contact an experienced electrician or electronics technician.
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ARE AND AINTENANCE
Moisture: When the antenna sealant and power cable
recommendations are followed, the Quick Talk
weather-resistant in outdoor environments. Do not immerse the
unit in water.
Temperature: The Quick Talk
between -22 and +140 degrees Fahrenheit. Like all electronic
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equipment, Quick Talk should not be subjected to extreme
heat. A shaded area is an ideal outdoor location.
Vibrations/Shocks: Though the Quick Talk
rugged, it cannot be expected to survive extreme abuse.
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REQUENTLY SKED UESTIONS
Do I have to program my Quick Talk
You may not need to program your Quick Talk
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purchased a Quick Talk
radio system frequency (check the Color Dots on your radios
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and the Quick Talk ), and you do not use a form of Quiet Call
coded squelch, you can connect your switch to the color-coded
"Input #1" wires on the hook-up cable, install the batteries, and
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start using Quick Talk . The factory default voice messages
are "Switch 1 Open" and "Switch 1 Closed". Otherwise, read
this manual, and then program your Quick Talk
Do I need to program every feature?
In many cases, no. The factory pre-programmed settings,
explained in the instructions, may meet many of your needs.
How do I program my Quick Talk
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Quick Talk is programmed using RITRON programming
software and a PC computer.
What if I don't find what I need in this manual?
Call Ritron (800-872-1872): we will be glad to help you. For
most applications, this manual should cover everything you will
need to know.
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are to be independent dry contact switches, and not part of any other
Chemicals: Do not use harsh, corrosive or abrasive chemicals
to clean the Quick Talk
water. Do not attempt to clean the printed circuit board inside
the housing.
Batteries: Use only fresh, new alkaline batteries when
programming Quick Talk
Duracell MX1500B, Eveready E91, Rayovac 815 or equivalent.
Estimated Battery Life: Starting with a fresh set of AA alkaline
batteries, Quick Talk
messages over a period of one year before the batteries will
need to be replaced.
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ROGRAMMING
Will it harm the Quick Talk
No; however, you may need to erase all programming and start
over. Feel free to experiment with the various features and
possible configurations.
Can my settings or messages get lost or erased if the
battery runs down, or if my Quick Talk
No. The settings and voice messages you enter are stored in
special electronic memory devices in the Quick Talk
not require power to hold the information. This means that if
the batteries run down or if you remove them, you will not need
to reprogram the unit. All your settings and messages will be
there for you when you install fresh batteries.
What if I need more range?
To increase the range of your Quick Talk
suggest you first relocate the unit. Depending on the type of
switch and wiring, you may use several hundred feet of wiring
to connect the switch — this allows installation of the Quick
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Talk and it's attached antenna at an unobstructed and
elevated position for the best range.
Also, Ritron offers several optional "high gain" antennas. Ritron
also offers a radio repeater to increase the range not only for
your Quick Talk
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case; use only a cloth moistened with
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. Acceptable brands and types are:
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can transmit about 7,000 voice
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if I program it improperly?
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, but also for your entire radio system.
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