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Strobe light
(pn R-STROBE-DC) and
relay cable assembly
(pn 60201136) are optional
accessories, not included as
standard.
Ritron Pub. 14500097
© 2019 Ritron, Inc. All rights reserved. Loudmouth, Ritron, Patriot, Jobcom, OutPost, GateGuard, Quiet Call and
Quick Assist are registered trademarks of Ritron, Inc. Quick Talk, Liberty and RadioNexus are trademarks of Ritron,
Inc.
P.O. Box 1998 · Carmel, Indiana 46082-1998 · 317-846-1201 · Fax: 317-846-4978 · Email: ritron@ritron.com · www.ritron.com
User Manual
LM-600Analog
Wireless PA Receiver System
Call 800-USA-1-USA
For the right Wireless for your communication needs.
- 1 Channel, Dual Band Receiver, VHF/UHF,
Configurable Supports:
VHF and UHF Business Band
VHF MURS USA
VHF and UHF Business Band CANADA
UHF GMRS CANADA
- NOAA Weather Radio Alert
- Relay Trigger Feature for Optional Strobe Light
- Delay Message Playback Feature
- Repeat Message Playback Feature
- Switch Input w/ pre-recorded message
Rev. B
05/19
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- Page 1 Rev. B 05/19 © 2019 Ritron, Inc. All rights reserved. Loudmouth, Ritron, Patriot, Jobcom, OutPost, GateGuard, Quiet Call and Quick Assist are registered trademarks of Ritron, Inc. Quick Talk, Liberty and RadioNexus are trademarks of Ritron, Inc. Call 800-USA-1-USA For the right Wireless for your communication needs.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
..........................2 ® Paging the Loudmouth receiver and PA speaker ...................... 3 Compatibility with other RITRON model radios ......................4 Determine the volume setting ............................. 5 Operating Conditions and Limitations ......................... 6 Installation Selecting the PA speaker location ..........................7 PA speaker installation ............................... -
Page 3: Getting Started
RYCONN ......“Y” Adapter Connect, Allows 2 PA Speakers (#05500040) to be attached to 1 LM Receiver BP-LM-Li22 ....... Backup Battery, Rechargeable, 11.1V Li-Ion, 2200mAH Ritron portable JMX-446D is also included when ordering the LM-U450SYSTEM, and the JMX-144D portable is included when ordering the LM-V150SYSTEM. -
Page 4: Loudmouth ® Receiver Assembly
® Loudmouth receiver assembly ® The Loudmouth receiver and PA speaker is on any time power is applied to the receiver. ® The Loudmouth receiver must be opened to connect an optional BP-LM-Li22 battery ® or to program the Loudmouth BP-LM-Li22 BNC Antenna Connector Optional Backup Battery... -
Page 5: Paging The Loudmouth
The 2-way radio’s Loudmouth ® ® channel and the Loudmouth receiver must be programmed for the same QC code. All Ritron radios offer 50 different field-programmable QC codes from which to choose. ® Paging the Loudmouth with Digital Quiet Call (DCS) only: ... -
Page 6: Compatibility With Other Ritron Model Radios
® frequencies. Loudmouth can be accessed with radios programmed for Quiet Call (CTCSS), Digital Quiet Call (DCS), 2-Tone Paging, DTMF, or Selcall paging formats. The following chart can be used to determine compatibility with existing Ritron radios. VHF models UHF models... -
Page 7: Determine The Volume Setting
See the Installation section of this manual for details on how to install 2 speakers using a single Loudmouth receiver, or multiple receivers and speakers. EXAMPLE: In the Ritron factory we need to Refer to the horizontal shaded bars on the chart below to cover a maximum distance of 50 feet on the determine the sound level that best represents your location. -
Page 8: Operating Conditions And Limitations
Codes), or by using the PC Programmer. These radios will be clearly marked as “FCC Narrowband Compatible”. For a complete list of all Ritron radios capable of narrowband operation; a Ritron FAQ on the subject, and various links on the FCC website dealing with Narrowbanding go to: www.ritron.com/narrowband... -
Page 9: Installation
Installation ® Proper installation of the Loudmouth wireless PA speaker is critical to the performance and ® overall satisfaction with your system. With careful consideration and planning Loudmouth can cover up to 7500 square feet with a single speaker, and can cover an even wider range with multiple speakers and receivers. - Page 10 ® The Loudmouth speaker should be mounted as high as practical and pointed toward the farthest location you need to cover. Large obstructions will significantly reduce the coverage area. Do not place the speaker behind large, tall objects. Section 2 Installation...
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Page 11: Pa Speaker Installation
PA Speaker installation The speaker mount can be installed vertically on a wall, flat post or support column; or can be mounted horizontally from a ceiling or rafter beam. TOP / REAR REAR Speaker Wall mounted Ceiling mounted Mounting Once the speaker location has been determined the Speaker Mounting Template Template may be used to mark the mounting surface. -
Page 12: Loudmouth Radio Receiver Installation
Radio range can be extended with the use of an external antenna. The antenna can be installed at a higher elevation than is possible with the attached antenna. The Ritron RAM-1545 VHF/UHF magnet-mount antenna has a 25 ft. cable to allow optimum antenna location. -
Page 13: Installing Two Pa Speakers With A Single Loudmouth
Optional 2nd PA speaker with 25 ft. ® Large obstructions limit the effective range to a single Loudmouth cord and RCA phono connector. of a single speaker. receiver using the Ritron (Ritron PN# 05500040) model RYCONN RCA Male A wall separates two coverage areas. -
Page 14: Installing Multiple Loudmouth
If zone paging is not necessary, all Loudmouth receivers can be programmed for the same paging code. ® * All Call and Group Call code programming requires the Ritron Loudmouth PC Programmer. Zone 2 – Cafeteria Zone 1 – Warehouse and loading dock ... -
Page 15: Vehicular Installation
Dimensions: 13”H x 10.5”W x 5.5”D Weight: 8 lbs. ® Ritron model RSS-200 20W solar panel kit can be used to power the Loudmouth receiver without the need for the RPS-1B power supply in locations where AC power is not available. -
Page 16: Installation Of Optional Interface Cable Assembly 60201136
Interface Cable Assembly 60201136 ® ® Optional Ritron cable assembly 60201136 (6-Conductor Cable, Loudmouth Interface) is used to connect the Loudmouth relay switch to an optional strobe light, or any other device where a simple switch closure is desired. The cable assembly also provides input for the Switch Input closure. -
Page 17: Programming
PC Programming Software LM-PCPS While most LM-600Analog programming can be accomplished via Field Programming, the Ritron PC Programming Software (LM-PCPS) can also be used. The PC Programmer allows viewing of all programmed attributes at once. It also permits you to save a programming profile you can use to easily program other LM-600Analog radios to the same settings. -
Page 18: Readout And Field Program Frequency Codes
To match other radios, the owner can select Frequency Codes from Table F or can program the radio frequency directly. Table F divided into sections 2-6 to correspond with the frequency tables of other Ritron radios. Table frequency codes set both frequency and bandwidth. Section Ritron Table... - Page 19 Press and release the ENTER button to save your programming. A hyphen will flash 3 times on the program display to indicate that programming was successful. The radio is now ready for another program entry. NOTE: If you attempt to save an incorrect code an "E" will appear on the display. Check the digits you are attempting to enter, then re-enter.
- Page 20 Table F - Programmable Frequency Table Section 2: VHF Business Band Section 4: UHF Business Band Section 4: UHF Business Band Section - Section - Section - Code Frequency Color Dot Code Frequency Color Dot Code Frequency Color Dot 12.5 † 12.5 †...
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Page 21: Readout And Field Program Qc Or Dqc Tone Codes
Readout and Field Program QC or DQC Tone Codes ® The Loudmouth can be field programmed for a 2-digit QC tone code (CTCSS) or a 3-digit DQC tone code (DCS) from Table b. In the following example the radio is programmed for a 100Hz QC tone. To enter a QC or DQC Tone Code: Refer to the Table b... -
Page 22: Table C: Programmable 2-Tone, Dtmf And Selcall Codes
Table b - Programmable QC Tone Table Code Frequency Code Frequency Code Frequency Code Frequency Code Frequency 100.0 146.2 218.1 183.5 67.0 103.5 151.4 225.7 189.9 71.9 107.2 156.7 233.6 196.6 74.4 110.9 162.2 241.8 199.5 77.0 114.8 167.9 250.3 206.5 79.7 118.8... -
Page 23: Readout And Field Program 2-Tone, Dtmf Or Selcall Decode Operation
Table C, or for any 3-7 digit DTMF or Selcall sequence. The 2-Tone codes correspond to field programmable 2-Tone encode (transmit) codes available in other RITRON products. 2-Tone, DTMF or Selcall decode can be used to selectively call the radio in a system where multiple radios operate on a single frequency. -
Page 24: Field Program Advanced Feature Codes
Field Program Advanced Feature Codes ® The Loudmouth can be field programmed for a variety of additional features. Refer to Table A for the codes available for field ® programming. In our example we will program the radio for Record and Play delay operation of 2 seconds. The Loudmouth is set from the factory with these ... - Page 25 Table A - Advanced Feature Codes Weather Alert Operation Weather Alert – On Enable this feature to receive local NOAA weather radio emergency broadcasts from the National Weather Service and play them over the ® Loudmouth speaker. Weather Alert – Off Disable Weather Alert 26xx Weather Alert Timeout...
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Page 26: Readout And Field Program Loudmouth Speaker Volume
® Readout and Field Program Loudmouth Speaker Volume The wireless speaker can be field programmed for any volume level between 05-99% by entering the volume level as a 2-digit code. Field programming Speaker Volume Level sets the voice volume levels. ®... -
Page 27: Readout And Field Program The Noaa Weather Frequency
Readout and Field Program the NOAA Weather Frequency ® The Loudmouth can be programmed to play severe weather warnings originating from the National Weather service that are ® broadcast on one of seven NOAA weather frequencies. The Loudmouth is shipped from the factory without a NOAA weather frequency selected. -
Page 28: Field Programming Flow Chart
Field Programming Flow Chart Feature Decision Programming Frequency Code from Table? Enter Custom frequency [F_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ] Enter Frequency Code [F_ _ _ _ ] Interference Eliminator Tone Code? Enter QC Tone codes [b_ _ ] Enter DQC Tone codes [b_ _ _ ] Selective Paging? None... -
Page 29: Operation
Operation ® Once installed, operating the Loudmouth radio receiver requires no human contact. Portable, base station or mobile 2-way radios can deliver voice messages to a PA speaker with a simple press of the PTT button for either live or recorded playback. This section ®... -
Page 30: 2-Tone Paging
2-Tone Paging ® To access the Loudmouth the 2-way radio must first send the correct 2-Tone Paging code. Once access to the loudspeaker is accomplished, the user simply presses the 2-way radio’s PTT and speaks while on the Loudmouth ® channel. -
Page 31: Weather Alert
Weather Alert ® The Loudmouth can automatically play emergency weather warnings from the National Weather Service that is broadcast on ® one of the seven NOAA weather frequencies. The Loudmouth will listen for emergency weather broadcasts any time it is not ®... -
Page 32: Loudmouth Options
® Loudmouth Options ® Certain Loudmouth options affect operation as follows: Pre-Announce Tone ® With this feature enabled the Loudmouth will sound a short tone prior to each broadcast to notify listeners that a page is forthcoming. Relay Enable ® Set this option for relay closure when the Loudmouth receives a valid signal. -
Page 33: Switch Input Operation
Loudmouth speaker Using the Switch Input to Test your System Press The Ritron model RPB-1AG pushbutton is available for use with Switch RPB-1AG Input Operation. When programmed for “Switch On Only” operation, simply pushbutton press the pushbutton to play the pre-recorded Switch On message over your ®... -
Page 34: Relay Operation
The Loudmouth relay can be used to operate a strobe light in a number of configurations with the addition of the optional ® Ritron cable assembly 60201136 (6-Conductor Cable, Loudmouth Interface). The cable can provide: A normally open relay switch that closes on a received signal. The relay switch can handle up to 3A when used to connect power to a strobe light. -
Page 35: Connecting The Relay Switch To A Strobe Light
Connecting the Relay Switch to a Strobe Light A simple switch closure capable of handling 3A current. The strobe light is activated when two On/Off inputs are connected. The strobe light requires its own external power, either AC or DC. 60201136 Description Strobe Light... -
Page 36: Specifications
Specifications Audio Output Output power 60mW - 5.35W RMS adjustable Sound pressure level (see chart below) Nominal coverage when wall-mounted Vertical .....+/- 50° (reference at 0° -5 dB) Horizontal ..+/- 45° Audio input level to power amplifier 180 mVPP 1.9 – 18.5 VPP Audio output level 10 –... -
Page 37: Power Requirements
Power Requirements STANDARD OPERATION Operating Voltage 12 VDC Maximum operating current 1.2 A Standby current 85 mA Typical operating current (8 load) 10% volume .... 140 mA 75% volume ... 885 mA 25% volume .... 260 mA 100% volume ..885 mA 50% volume .... -
Page 38: Loudmouth Receiver
® Loudmouth Receiver 7.125”H x 5.5”W x 3.0”D Receiver physical dimensions Receiver enclosure material Hi- Impact Polycarbonate Thermoplastic Receiver color Black Receiver weight 1.65 lb. (with AFB-1545 antenna and BP-LM-Li22 battery) Receiver mounting 2 aluminum brackets to side of radio Receiver environmental indoor use only Audio output connector... -
Page 39: Warranty
• Installation, maintenance or service of the product, unless this is covered by a separate written agreement with RITRON; • Any products not furnished by RITRON which are attached or used with the covered product, or defects or damage from the use of the covered product with equipment that is not covered (such as defects or damage from the charging or use of batteries other than with covered product);...
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