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- Page 1 TX2700 27 MHz CB RADIO I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L Downloaded from www.cbradio.nl...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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Page 3: Features
FeATUReS • LCD display with lamp dimming function • Surface mount technology • Rotary Squelch Control • Provision for up to 10 private channels (GmE programmable option only). • C hannel Scanning with memory • Priority channel for CB application • Advanced Noise Limiter (NL) circuitry ACCeSSORIeS SUPPLIeD OPTIONAL ACCeSSORIeS • TX2700 Radio unit • DC Lead • mK200B Flush mounting kit • mounting Cradle • Screw Pack • LEm6P 4 metre microphone extension lead • Instruction manual If any items are missing or damaged, please contact • microphone your retailer or place of • microphone Clip purchase. CONTROLS FRONT PANeL Channel Selector Volume... - Page 4 MICROPhONe Channel Down Channel Up PTT Switch Priority Priority Channel TX-2700 LCD DISPLAY SPEC 100% DISPLAy DATE : MAY. 14, 2007 DISPLAY FUNCTION CHANNEL DISPLAY Channel Number 200% Transmit Indicator BUSY BUSY Busy Indicator RX SENSITIVITY RX Sensitivity SCAN SCAN SCAN Scan DUAL WATCH Dual Watch PRIORITY CHANNEL Priority Channel SCAN MEMORY Scan memory NOISE LIMITER...
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Page 5: Operation - General Functions
OPeRATION - GeNeRAL FUNCTIONS VOLUMe ON/OFF has a built-in speech processor which automatically controls the level of your transmitted voice. It is not necessary to Rotate the volume control clockwise past the ‘Click’ to turn raise your voice or shout into the microphone. the TX2700 ON. Continue to advance the control clockwise to increase the volume. Rotate the control counter- NOISe LIMITeR clockwise to turn the radio OFF. The NL key activates an extremely effective noise limiter Note: At minimum volume setting there is still sufficient circuit which helps to eliminate most electrical impulse volume to be heard in a quiet cabin environment. interference caused by engine ignition systems etc. This allows clearer reception of weak signals even under noisy SqUeLCh CONTROL electrical conditions. The Squelch control is used to eliminate the background When the NL key is selected, ‘NL’ is displayed on the LCD. noise when there are no signals present. To adjust the Squelch, first rotate it fully counter-clockwise until the SCANNING background noise is heard, then slowly rotate it clockwise The TX2700 is fitted with a Scan function that allows a until the noise just disappears. If there are signals on the group of user selected channels to be scanned for activity. channel, you should wait until the channel is clear before Your TX2700 has a Scan memory which remembers which adjusting the Squelch (or select a quiet channel). channels you would like to Scan. By default your TX2700 is Once adjusted, the receiver will remain quiet as long as supplied with all channels in the Scan memory. there are no signals present, but an incoming signal will To see which channels are presently override the Squelch and be heard in the speaker. As the... -
Page 6: Operation - Cb Mode
To resume scanning briefly press the SCAN key again. Note: If the PTT is pressed while the radio is scanning, it will be ignored and a low beep will be heard when the PTT is released. OPeRATION - Cb MODe PRIORITy ChANNeL channel for as long as the signal is present. Once the signal has gone, normal Dual Watch switching will resume. The Priority channel is preset to channel 8 allowing it to be Note: If you press the PTT switch while Dual Watch is instantly recalled at the press of a key. selected, your TX2700 will transmit on the selected channel. To use the Priority channel: If you wish to talk on the Priority channel, press the Simply press the Priority key at any time. The radio will Priority key to cancel the Dual Watch and switch straight jump straight to channel 8. If ‘Scan’ or ‘DW’ was selected, to the Priority channel. they will be cancelled. To return to the previously selected channel: Press the Priority key again. DUAL WATCh Dual Watch in CB mode allows your TX2700 to monitor both the Priority channel and another selected channel by quickly switching between them. Any signals received on... -
Page 7: 27 Mhz Cb Channel Assignments
27 Mhz Cb ChANNeL ASSIGNMeNTS Channel Frequency Suggested Usage 26.965 mHz General Use 26.975 mHz General Use 26.985 mHz General Use 27.005 mHz General Use 27.015 mHz General Use 27.025 mHz General Use 27.035 mHz General Use 27.055 mHz General Use 27.065 mHz Emergency (1) 27.075 mHz General Use 27.085 mHz Call Channel 27.105 mHz General Use 27.115 mHz General Use 27.125 mHz General Use 27.135 mHz General Use 27.155 mHz General Use 27.165 mHz General Use... -
Page 8: Installation
INSTALLATION LOCATION Flush Mounting - It is advisable to spend a little time selecting the best ( Optional mK200B flush location for your TX2700. The mounting bracket can be mounting kit available) rotated above, below or behind the radio enabling the radio DC CONNeCTIONS to be mounted in a wide range of locations. In addition, an optional flush mounting kit allows the radio to be flush Connect the RED power lead to the positive (+) side of the mounted in a panel or dashboard. battery or to an accessory point in the vehicle’s fuse box. When choosing a location: Connect the BLACK power lead to the negative (-) side of the battery or to a ground point in your vehicle. • S elect a location that won’t expose your radio to continuous direct sunlight which could cause Note: The DC Connector is not waterproof. If installed in overheating. an exposed location, the connector should be protected with waterproof tape to prevent water ingress. • E nsure the location allows a free flow of air around the IMPORTANT: The RED power lead is fitted with a 2 Amp heat sink on the back of the radio. fuse. If the fuse blows, use only a standard 2 Amp (3AG) • T he microphone and all controls should be readily... -
Page 9: Noise Suppression
Noise Limiter (NL) key on the radio. In some severe cases, additional suppression may need to be fitted to the ignition system of your vehicle, in which case we recommend you consult an Auto Electrician for advice specific to your Cable entry hole installation. FITTING The MICROPhONe Rear Microphone Connection The microphone uses a miniature 6 pin telephone style plug The TX2700 also has a rear microphone connection. To use and socket. this facility, remove the rubber grommet on the rear of the Fitting microphone to the front panel: radio and insert into the front panel of the radio. Insert the microphone plug into rear microphone connection. 1. P osition the microphone plug so the plastic tab faces sideways to the left on the front panel. Press the plug Microphone extension Lead into the socket until it ‘clicks’. The LEm6P is a 4 metre microphone extension lead that can 2. G ently press the rubber strain relief into the hole be fitted to the microphone socket. -
Page 10: Specifications
Transmitter Weight: 450 grams Modulation Frequency Response: 300 Hz to 3 kHz, + 1 - 3 dB eNVIRONMeNTAL Max Modulation Depth: 100% Temperature Range: - 10°C to + 60°C Carrier Output Power: 4 Watts max The TX2700 will operate over the 26-30 mHz frequency Microphone Level @ 1 kHz range. For information specific to frequencies outside of for 60% Modulation: 1 Pa the Australian CB Bands, please refer to the appropriate Spurious Emissions: < - 26 dBm amendment, or contact GmE at: export@gme.net.au Specifications are typical unless otherwise indicated and may be subject to change without notice or obligation. PAGE 1 0... -
Page 11: Warranty
WARRANTy GMe AFTeR SALeS SeRVICe GmE limit this warranty to the original purchaser of Your radio is especially designed for the environment the equipment. encountered in marine installations. The use of all solid state circuitry, careful design and rigorous GmE warrant the TX2700 to be free from defects testing, result in high reliability. Should failure occur in material and workmanship for a period of twelve however, GmE maintain a fully equipped service (12) months from the date of purchase from their facility and spare parts stock to meet the customer’s authorised dealer. requirements long after expiry of the warranty period. Should the product require servicing during this period, all labour and parts used to effect repairs will be supplied free of charge. GmE reserve the right to determine whether damage has been occasioned by accident, misuse or improper installation whereby the warranty would be void, including equipment which has been damaged due to: (a) I ncorrect or reverse polarity connection to a battery or power supply or to an incorrect supply voltage. (b) O peration without an antenna or by connection to an antenna which has been incorrectly installed, resulting in damage to the radio’s output circuit. (c) E ffects of water or moisture penetration. - Page 12 Office: SyDNey- Locked Bag 2086, North Ryde, NSW 1670, Australia. Tel: +61 (0)2 9844 6666 Fax : +61 (0)2 9844 6600 MeLbOURNe ADeLAIDe PeRTh bRISbANe SyDNey AUCKLAND 7 micro Circuit Unit 1 Unit 1 Unit 1 Unit B 2/24 Bishop Dunn Pl DANDENONG STH 3165 14 Phillips Street 10-12 Harvard Way 89-101 Factory Road 22-24 College Street East Tamaki Tel: (03) 9798 0988 THEBARTON 5031 CANNING VALE 6155 OXLEY 4075 GLADESVILLE 2111 mANUKAU 2013 Fax: (03) 9798 0177 Tel: (08) 8234 2633 Tel: (08) 9455 5744 Tel: (07) 3278 6444 Tel: (02) 9879 8888 Tel: (09) 274 0955 Fax: (08) 8234 5138 Fax: (08) 9455 3110 Fax: (07) 3278 6555 Fax: (02) 9816 4722 Fax: (09) 274 0959 For customers outside Australia and New Zealand please contact your local GmE Distributor or email: export@gme.net.au www.gme.net.au Part Number: 310428 Drawing Number: 44184-2...
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