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Vertex Standard VXA-220 Operating Manual

Vertex Standard VXA-220 Operating Manual

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Introduction
The Vertex Standard VXA-220 Pro VI is a compact, stylish, solid hand-held transceiver
providing communication (transmit and receive) capability on the International Aircraft
Communication Band ("COM" band: 118 ~ 136.975 MHz), and it additionally provides
receive on the "NAV" band (108 ~ 117.975 MHz).
The VXA-220 boasts 0.7 Watt of clean audio output from its 1.4" (36-mm) diameter
loudspeaker, and it also provides 8.33 kHz synthesizer steps for the new narrow-band
channel plan.
The VXA-220 displays with our exclusive Omni-Glow
degradation of your night vision, NOAA weather band monitoring, 8-character
Alpha/Numeric Display, 150 Memory Channels, and 100 "Book Memory" Channels.
We recommend that you read this manual in its entirety, so as to understand the many
features of the VXA-220 completely. Keep this manual handy, so you may use it for
reference.
Congratulations!
You now have at your fingertips a valuable communications tool-a Vertex Standard two-way
radio! Rugged, reliable and easy to use, your Vertex Standard radio will keep you in
constant touch with your friends and colleagues for years to come, with negligible
maintenance down-time.
Please take a few minutes to read this manual carefully. The information presented here
will allow you to derive maximum performance from your radio, in case questions arise later
on.
We're glad you joined the Vertex Standard team. Vertex Standard products cover the entire
spectrum of radio communications applications, and our worldwide support network is here
to serve you. Let us help you get your message across.
Important Notice!
FCC RF Exposure Compliance Requirements for Occupational Use Only:
This Radio has been tested and complies with the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) RF exposure limits for Occupational Use/Controlled Exposure Environment. In
addition, it complies with the following Standards and Guidelines:
FCC 96-326, Guidelines for Evaluating the Environmental Effects of Radio-Frequency
Radiation.
FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 (1997) Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with
FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992, IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human
Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.
ANSI/IEEE C95.3-1992, IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of
Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields - RF and Microwave.
When transmitting, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 1 to 2 inches
(2.5 to 5 cm) away from your mouth and keep the antenna at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away
from your head and body.
The radio must be used with a maximum operating duty cycle not exceeding 50%, in
typical Push-to-Talk configurations.
DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (50% duty cycle).
Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements to be exceeded.
The radio is transmitting when the red LED on the front panel of the radio is illuminated.
You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the P-T-T button.
Always use Vertex Standard authorized accessories.
VXA-220 Operating Manual
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FCC ID: K6610723X20
IC ID: 511B-10723X20
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  • Page 1 Alpha/Numeric Display, 150 Memory Channels, and 100 “Book Memory” Channels. We recommend that you read this manual in its entirety, so as to understand the many features of the VXA-220 completely. Keep this manual handy, so you may use it for reference.
  • Page 2 Never connect any Speaker/Microphone that is not recommended by the manufacturer. Because these jack connections are unique, using a Speaker/Microphone that is not specified by Vertex Standard may damage the VXA-220. DIAL Selector Knob This (outer) 20-position detented rotary switch tunes the operating frequency or selects the memory channels.
  • Page 3 None None level or select the operating channel* *: Depends on setting of the Secondary function of the [5(DIAL/ )] key. See page ?? for details. Battery Pack Latch Open this latch for battery removal. 3/21 Vertex Standard Co., Ltd.
  • Page 4 24 ~ 28 Volt DC source, nor to AC power of any kind. Connecting the VXA-220 directly to a source which exceeds 15.0 Volts DC will result in damage to the unit. The Limited Warranty for this product does not cover damage caused by the application of improper voltage.
  • Page 5 Ni-MH battery. Installing the FBA-25 (option) Alkaline Battery Case The optional FBA-25 Battery Case allows operation of the VXA-220 using six “AA” size Alkaline batteries. When installing batteries, insert the (–) end first, then press in the (+) end so the battery snaps into place.
  • Page 6 The VFO is a “tuning dial” system which allows you to tune through the NAV or COM bands using the DIAL selector knob, the Keypad, or the scanner. The VXA-220 has two VFOs which are called VFO-A and VFO-B. Press the [XFER(SET)] key momentarily to 6/21 Vertex Standard Co., Ltd.
  • Page 7 COM band, if you like. MR (Memory Recall) The MR (Memory Recall) mode of the VXA-220 provides the user with the ability to store and recall as many as 150 channels in the radio’s main memory bank. These memory channels may also be labeled by you with an alpha/numeric name of up to 8 characters in length, to aid in quick identification of the channel.
  • Page 8 Receive Battery Saver Setup An important feature of the VXA-220 is its Receive Battery Saver, which “puts the radio to sleep” for a time interval, periodically “waking it up” to check for activity. If somebody is talking on the channel, the VXA-220 will remain in the “active” mode, then resume its “sleep”...
  • Page 9 (default: 25 kHz). If you need to change the channel step size, the procedure to do so is very easy. First set the VXA-220 to the operating band (NAV or COM) on which you wish to change the channel steps.
  • Page 10 PTT key to exit to normal operation. Timer Operation The VXA-220 is provided a “Stop Watch” timer and a “Count Down” timer. These can be used for a variety of time-keeping purposes. Press the [F] key followed by the [4(TIMER)] key to activate the Timer Mode.
  • Page 11 Memory System Operation The VXA-220’s Main Memory system allows the user to store, label, and recall channel frequencies which you may want to use frequently. You may store VFO frequencies, Book Memory frequencies, and/or Weather Channel frequencies (USA version only) into the Main Memory system.
  • Page 12 )] key, you may change the scan direction by pressing the [ ]/[ ] key in the opposite direction. The VXA-220’s automatic scanner is not operational in the NAV band (108.000 - 117.975 MHz), because the NAV stations (ILS, etc.) transmit constantly (thereby causing the scanner to stop repeatedly).
  • Page 13 The Dual Watch feature automatically checks for activity on a “priority” channel* while you are operating on another channel. During Dual Watch operation, the current channel and the Priority channel will each be polled for a 500 ms interval, as the VXA-220 looks for activity on each channel.
  • Page 14 Field Programming Mode The VXA-220’s Book Memories also allow the user to store, label, and recall channel frequencies which you may want to use frequently while the VXA-220 is in the Field Programming mode. Memory Storage into the Book Memory Press and hold the PTT and [ENT(LOCK)] key while turning the radio on, to activate the Field Programming Mode.
  • Page 15 Select a setting for this Menu item which just silences the receiver when no signal is present. Use the lowest setting which will keep the receiver quiet between incoming transmissions. [MCLR] Function: Memory Channel Clear (“MR” memory only). To clear a Memory channel: 15/21 Vertex Standard Co., Ltd.
  • Page 16 Function: CPU Clock Shift. Available Values: on/oFF Default Setting: oFF This function is only used to move a spurious response “birdie” should it fall on a desired frequency. Consult your Vertex Standard dealer for details regarding this function. 16/21 Vertex Standard Co., Ltd.
  • Page 17 Available Values: DW/PRI Default Setting: DW “DW” mode: The VXA-220 will activate the Dual Watch feature when you press the [F] key followed by the [6(DW)] key. “PRI” mode: The VXA-220 will activate the Priority feature when you press the [F] key followed by the [6(DW)] key.
  • Page 18 Available Values: 25 kHz/8.33 kHz Default Values: 25 kHz [BPLV] Function: Sets the Beep level. Available Values: 1~ 3 Default Setting: 2 [STLV] Function: Sets the Side tone level. Available Values: 1 ~ 3 Default Setting: 3 18/21 Vertex Standard Co., Ltd.
  • Page 19 Consult your Vertex Standard Dealer for details regarding these and any newly-available options. Connection of any non-Vertex Standard-approved accessory, should it cause damage, may void the Limited Warranty on this apparatus.
  • Page 20 +14 ºF to + 140 ºF (–10 ºC to +60 ºC) Modulation System: Low Level Amplitude Modulation Spurious Emission: >60 dB below carrier Int. Microphone Type: Condenser Ext. Mic. Impedance: 150 Ohms Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. 20/21 Vertex Standard Co., Ltd.
  • Page 21 FCC ID: K6610723X20 IC ID: 511B-10723X20 Operating Manual Part 15.21: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Vertex Standard could void the user’s authorization to operate this device. 21/21 Vertex Standard Co., Ltd.