User Manual Operating Instructions About Your SL1000 Radio Maxon's SL1000 radio features 16 channels. Operation and functions of these radios are outlined in this manual. We urge you to thoroughly read this manual before operating the radio The application of some of the functions described in this manual is determined by the system you use.
User Manual Safety Information WARNING DO NOT hold the radio in such a manner that the antenna is next to, or touching, exposed parts of the body while transmitting. DO NOT allows children to operate transmitter-equipped radio equipment. CAUTION DO NOT operate the radio near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere unless it is a type especially designed and qualified for such use.
User Manual SL1000 Unpacking Information Remove and carefully inspect the contents of your package(s) for the following items: 1. Radio 2. Battery Pack 3. Battery Charger 4. Spring Belt Clip 5. Jack Cover 6. Battery Charger Power Supply 7. User Manual...
Holding the radio in one hand, push and hold the battery latch button located in the upper central part of the battery pack, held as if looking at the back of the unit. Hold the radio firmly and slide the battery in a downward direction whilst pushing the battery latch button.
User Manual SL1000 Attaching and Removing the Belt Clip To Install: Install belt clip onto the belt clip holder located on the upper part of the battery, held whilst looking at the back of the unit. Locate the slot on the battery and push belt clip downward until a click is heard.
CH-SL1000-02 Desktop Charger provides 2 hours charging to one radio and one battery. Before using your SL1000 for the first time a full two hour charge will be required for the best performance.
User Manual Status Indicators and Audible Alert Tones Your SL1000 has a sophisticated microprocessor control which provides a series of audible alert tones. Upon initial power up, a quick melody indicates that the self-test of the microprocessor functions has been completed satisfactorily. A series of tones may be sounded with any of the following...
This section provides general descriptions of the operating modes of the SL1000 Radio. Power off Mode The SL1000 shall enter Off mode when the On/Off Volume knob is rotated to the most counter- clockwise position, beyond the detent. Upon entering off mode, the radio shall store its current channel (if Power On Channel function is enabled via PC Programmer).
User Manual SL1000 If a conversation is detected on any of the channels in the scan list, the radio will stop on that channel and you will be able to hear the conversation. If programmed for normal scan TX, you will be able to transmit on that active channel during the programmable scan delay time.
Mark Idle Marked Idle enabled: Can only be enabled if Busy Channel Lockout is ON. If the Busy Channel Lockout is on and carrier is detected, the radio permits transmit if the RX squelch option is valid. TX Delay TX Delay is the delay time TX delay time when transmit. Eliminates squelch tails for SAT transmissions by removing the SAT tone for approximately 200mS before the end of the transmission.
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SL1000 CTCSS/DCS The SL1000 Series radio(s) support 2 kinds of squelch options. A different squelch option can be applied to each channel. Sub Audible Tone (SAT) codes are made up from frequencies which are below 300Hz. These frequencies are lower than the voice audio band. The two most common forms of SAT codes are CTCSS, Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System, and DCS, Digitally Coded Squelch.
For further information on how to safely dispose of your used batteries, contact your Maxon Dealer. Maintenance Your SL1000 Radio is designed to be maintenance free. To keep your radio in good working condition: Clean external surfaces with a clean cloth dampened in a solution of dishwasher detergent diluted in water.
CH-SL1000-02 Desktop Charger Product description The CH-SL1000-02 is the standard charger for Maxon's SL1000 two-way radio batteries. The charger has been designed to fully charge only the Li-ion, 1500mAh battery, the front charging slot charges a battery while connected to the radio, the back charging slot charges a battery that has been removed from the radio.
Only charge Maxon's batteries in this charger – other battery types may burst causing personal injury or damage to the charger, battery or radio. The CH-SL1000-02 desktop charger is rated for indoor use only. Do not disassemble the charger; incorrect reassembly can cause fire or electric shock.
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User Manual SL1000 SL1000 Series This product is marked with in accordance with the Class II product requirement specified in the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. This equipment is intended for use in:- Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,...
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