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RCA Alpha One APR100 Series Instruction Manual

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APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual
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Congratulations on selecting the APR100 Series from
RCA Communications Systems - The most trusted name in radio!
INTRODUCTION
Our new series of business communications products establishes a new benchmark
in high quality radio products made to perform flawlessly under the most demanding
commercial conditions. Cutting edge design, professional grade materials and
components, simple operation and superior assembly quality: Alpha One
has it
TM
all, including our exclusive no-nonsense, two-year "Warranty Protection Program,"
one of the most comprehensive warranties in the communications industry.
To ensure you achieve maximum performance from your Alpha One
APR100 radio,
TM
please be sure to carefully read this manual.
Copyright © 2015 Discount Two-Way Radio Corporation - North American Distributor

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  • Page 1 APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual Congratulations on selecting the APR100 Series from RCA Communications Systems - The most trusted name in radio! INTRODUCTION Our new series of business communications products establishes a new benchmark in high quality radio products made to perform flawlessly under the most demanding commercial conditions.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual CONTENTS Safety and General Information....4 Removing the Battery......11 Product Inspection........5 Attaching the Antenna......12 Alpha One APR100 Overview.....6 Removing the Antena......12 Attaching /Removing Belt Clip....12 Battery Information........8 Initial Use..........8 Attaching/Removing the Earpiece/ Applicable Battery Packs......8 Microphone..........13 Functions and Settings......14 Battery Tips..........8...
  • Page 3 APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual CTCSS/DCS..........15 Emergency Alert........15 Battery Save...........15 Roger Beep..........16 Squelch Tail Elimination......16 Low Battery Alert........16 Side Keys..........16 Troubleshooting .........18 Care and Cleaning........19 Technical Specifications ......19 Optional Accessories.........20 Glossary............24 Warranty Statement........25 Copyright © 2015 Discount Two-Way Radio Corporation - North American Distributor...

  • Page 4: Safety And General Information

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual SAFETY AND GENERAL ■ Turn radio off when near electrical blasting caps to avoid possible interference with INFORMATION blasting operations. Obey posted signs such as those in hospitals or blasting areas Please observe the following general safety advising people to turn off all two-way radios.

  • Page 5: Product Inspection

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual PRODUCT INSPECTION Prior to unpacking the Alpha One porta- ANTENNA Li-ion BATTERY ble radio, please inspect the packaging for ANH3500U-3 B1013LI UHF 400-470MHZ 1300mAh Lithium signs of damage and report any damage or missing components immediately to your Alpha One Sales and Service Center.

  • Page 6: Alpha One Tm Apr100 Overview

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual Alpha One APR100 OVERVIEW Antenna Channel Selector Knob On-Off/ Volume Control Emergency Call LED Indicator Microphone Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button Side Key 1/ Side Key 2 Accessories Connector Battery Latch Figure 1 Copyright © 2015 Discount Two-Way Radio Corporation - North American Distributor...
  • Page 7 APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual ■ PTT (Push-to-Talk) Key Press and hold ■ Radio On-Off/Volume Control Knob down the PTT key to transmit, release it to Turn the knob clockwise to turn the radio on, receive. and turn the knob fully counter-clockwise until it clicks to turn the radio off.

  • Page 8: Battery Information

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual BATTERY INFORMATION Applicable Battery Packs To reduce the risk of injury, use only batteries Initial Use specifically designed for your Alpha One two-way radio. batteries shipped from factory uncharged. Charge a new battery Caution approximately 12 hours prior to initial use 1.

  • Page 9: Tips To Prolong Battery Life

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual in the charger, as it can damage both the 3. Batteries with damaged contacts can battery and the radio; the charger is not a be extremely dangerous. Any battery with radio stand. damage to one or more contacts should be replaced immediately and not used under 3.

  • Page 10: Steps For Setting Up Your Charger

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual ANTENNA INFORMATION 2. Use only chargers certified for use with your Alpha One radio and battery. When the charger’s LED illuminates red, it is an Stubby (3”) antennas ideal indication that the battery is being correctly communication within limited range, and charged.

  • Page 11: Assembly And Diassembly

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual ASSEMBLY AND 2. Release the battery latch and remove the battery. See Fifure 4. DISASSEMBLY Attaching the Battery 1. Hold the battery and attach it close to the top of the radio chassis. (Note: Insert tab on Figure 2 top of the battery into the top of battery slot.) See Figure 2.

  • Page 12: Attaching The Antenna

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual Attaching the Antenna Attaching/Removing the Belt Clip 1. Using a small screwdriver, remove the 1. Insert the antenna into the big screw thread hole on top of the main unit. screws from the back of the radio’s chassis. 2.

  • Page 13: Attaching/Removing The Earpiece/Microphone

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual Attaching/Removing the Earpiece/ Microphone 1. Remove the accessory cover, as shown in Figure 7. 2. Firmly plug the audio accessory into the Figure 7 accessory jack and secure the screw. See Figure 8. Warning!! Over-tightening accessories may cause damage to the radio which is not covered under warranty.

  • Page 14: Functions And Settings

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual FUNCTIONS AND most sensitive. SETTINGS TX POWER The transmit power can be adjusted between low (1 Watt), medium (2 Watt) and high (4 The following radio functions can be enabled Watt). by your Alpha One Sales and Service Center through the radio’s programming SQUELCH LEVEL...

  • Page 15: Time Out Timer (Tot)

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual When changing channels, the radio will receiving party for the receiver to unmute announce the newly selected channel. output audio. CTCSS/CDCSS Note: If the Audio Indication settings are turned off the Channel Annunciation function codes can only be set by your Alpha One will be disabled.

  • Page 16: Roger Beep

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual or operations are occurring on the channel, following functions can be set by your Alpha the radio will be on and off alternately. Sales and Service Center: ROGER BEEP ■ NONE - No function to be set. Roger Beep is an alert tone emitted by receiving radio at the end of each ■...
  • Page 17 APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual channel 6 is programmed as priority channel, reverse side key to activate the function and the scanning will look like this: 6-1, 6-2, press again to deactivate. 6-3•••). Press the programmed side key to enter the priority scan mode.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Solution ■ Cannot power on the a. The battery needs charging. Recharge the battery or replace it radio with a fresh one. b. The battery is not properly installed. Remove the battery and reattach it.

  • Page 19: Care And Cleaning

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual CARE AND CLEANING TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ■ Do not directly handle the radio by Frequency Range 134-176MHz 400-480MHZ its antenna or external microphone. Operating Temperature -20 C +50 C ■ Do not place the radio in a dusty or Number Of Channel dirty environment.

  • Page 20: Optional Accessories

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES High Capacity Battery B1601LI - (1600mAh Lithium Battery) More powerful battery helps you use the radio longer between charges. Stubby Antenna AN3500U-3 400-470 – UHF 400-470 MHz 3” Antenna More compact and convenient than the standard antenna, but reduces coverage by approximately 30%.
  • Page 21 APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual Multi-Unit Rapid-Rate Charger CH1006 PKG More convenient and saves space by using one power outlet for 6 radios. Light Duty, Remote Speaker Microphone SM110-X03S No need to remove the radio from your waist, which helps prevent radio damage or loss.
  • Page 22 APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES continued D-Loop Style Surveillance Kit with In-line PTT SK11DL-X03S Professional, 1-Wire, high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication. Ear Hook Style Surveillance Kit with In-line PTT SK11EH-X03S Professional, 1-Wire, high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication.
  • Page 23 APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual Nylon Holsters for Alpha One APR100 HN100FC - Nylon Holster with fixed clip HN100FL - Nylon Holster with fixed belt loop HN100SC - Nylon Holster with swivel clip HN100SL - Nylon Holster with swivel belt loop Lightweight Behind-The-Head Headset with In-line PTT HS11V-X03S Durable and inexpensive.

  • Page 24: Glossary

    APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual GLOSSARY ■ Squelch - The purpose of squelch is to mute audio output from the speaker when no signals are present. Open the squelch to ■ Short Press - Key press shorter than 1.5 unmute radio speaker.

  • Page 25: Warranty Statement

    The user is responsible for all charges ancillary equipment which incurred in returning the product to the attached to or used in conjunction with RCA Communications Systems products. Authorized Alpha One Sales and Service Outlet. RCA Communications Systems will RCA Communications Systems offers to...
  • Page 26 APR100 Bussines Two-Way Radios Instruction Manual RCA Communications Systems shall have FOR ANY PRODUCT WHICH DOES no obligation to repair or replace the product, NOT COMPLY WITH THE WARRANTY if there is damage as a result of normal wear SPECIFIED, THE SOLE REMEDY WILL and tear or if the damage is caused in whole BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT.
  • Page 27 RCA Communications Systems. The end-user of any two-way radio is solely responsible for obtaining any license or other authorizations required by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

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