Ritron JBS-146i Owner's Manual

Ritron JBS-146i Owner's Manual

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TYPE OF EXHIBIT:
FCC PART:
MANUFACTURER:
MODELS:
TYPE OF UNIT:
FCC ID:
DATE:
Included in this exhibit is a draft copy of the User Manual for RITRON Model JBS-146i VHF-FM 2-Way
Desk Top Radio.
This manual provides the end user with installation and operating instructions.
SIGNED:
Michael A. Pickard - Project Engineer
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTION MANUAL
2.1033 (c)(3)
RITRON, INC.
JBS-146i
VHF-FM 2-Way Desk Top Radio
AIERIT37-146I
April 29, 2014
JBS-146i_UserMan.pdf

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  • Page 1 AIERIT37-146I FCC ID: DATE: April 29, 2014 Included in this exhibit is a draft copy of the User Manual for RITRON Model JBS-146i VHF-FM 2-Way Desk Top Radio. This manual provides the end user with installation and operating instructions. SIGNED: Michael A.
  • Page 2  “Z” Button - Programmable Soft Key  2-Tone Encode / Decode  DTMF ANl Encoding  Channel Scan  2 Watts of Power  2013 FCC Narrowband Compliant Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com page 1...
  • Page 3 JBS-MMK ..Mobile Mounting Kit (Does not include screws to mount bracket to wall or vehicle) RSP-5 RM-7 Call RITRON for a complete listing. 5-Watt External Speaker Hand Microphone Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ADDENDUM TO MANUAL FIG-1: Radio Controls and Connectors ....3 How to Field Program Frequency and Tone Codes ............13 JBS-146i-A and JBS-446D-A Instructions OPERATION Table 1: Programmable Frequency Codes..14 Auto Turn On When Power Restored ....22 FIG-2: Volume Level Indicator ......4 Table 2: Programmable QC Tone Codes ....
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Congratulations on your purchase of the “Display Series” base This manual covers Ritron JBS / PBS “Display Series” base station. Your new radio is the result of Ritron’s more than 30 stations. A rugged, programmable two-way desktop base station years history of designing, manufacturing, and supplying reliable, designed to operate in a professional FM communications band professional wireless communication products.
  • Page 6: 2013 Fcc Narrowband Mandate

    For a complete list of Ritron radios capable of narrowband  DTMF ANI. Each channel can be programmed to transmit a operation; a Ritron FAQ on the subject, and various links on the unique DTMF ANI string with the “Z” button programmed for FCC website dealing with Narrowbanding go to: DTMF ANI.
  • Page 7: Control & Operation

    These functions can be PC scanned, and will stop when a programmed by your Ritron dealer channel is received. The channel OR certain functions can be assigned to the “Z” button by the end user.
  • Page 8: Operation

    Scan Channel it will emit the Scan Beep. The radio will turn on to the channel that was selected when it was last turned off. RECEIVE NOTE: JBS-146i-A and JBS-446D-A turn on automatically any To hear calls from other users - adjust the volume as desired. time power is applied to the radio.
  • Page 9: Qc And Dqc Tone Codes (Interference Eliminator Codes)

    If you are unable to activate Carrier Squelch - the base station Tone codes filter out static, noise and reduce unwanted “chatter” has been programmed for Monitor Lockout. See your Ritron on radio channels. When you operate on a frequency with a tone dealer or contact Ritron directly to disable this option.
  • Page 10: Radio Alert Tones

    Channel Beep and the Channel Display will show the RITRON PC Programmer for optional alert tones. See your operating channel. The base station is then ready to use. Ritron dealer or contact Ritron directly for programming of these options. Error Tones However, if the “self test”...
  • Page 11: Channel Scan Operation

    This will prevent missed calls on the primary operating channel when in scan mode. To turn Channel Scan On / Off see “How to Field Program Radio Feature Codes” on page 15. Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com page 7...
  • Page 12: 2-Tone Decode Operation

    Channel Beep whenever the base station receives on the Priority Channel when scanning. To reset 2-Tone Decode after receiving a call: Simultaneously See your Ritron dealer or contact Ritron directly for PC press both of the volume buttons and hold briefly before programming of this option.
  • Page 13: Z" Button - Programmable Soft Key

    See Special Application for Field Programming the 9 Pre-set 2-Tone Codes on page 19. WEATHER The “Z” button on the VHF JBS-146i base stations are DTMF ANI ON TRANSMIT programmed for Weather Channel operation from the factory. This feature must be PC Programmed by your Ritron dealer.
  • Page 14: Noaa Weather Radio Feature

    Feature Codes” on page 15. NOAA frequency. NOTE: If the base station is moved, for example, to another state you must re-train your base station with a new local NOAA frequency. Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com page 10...
  • Page 15: Fig-5: Selecting Your Local Noaa Weather Frequency

    Weather Channel, Press & hold the press and release the The VHF JBS-146i base stations are programmed for “Z” button NOAA Weather operation “Z” button. “Z” button. from the factory. This option is only available on VHF band base stations.
  • Page 16: Radio Programming

    PROGRAM / READOUT MODE display. 7. To readout another channel, repeat steps 4 through 6. 8. Turn the radio OFF and then ON again—the radio is now ready to use. Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com page 12...
  • Page 17: How To Field Program Frequency And Tone Codes

    If the radio does not sound a confirming triple tone when you attempt to enter Program / Readout Mode, the radio was factory or dealer customized to disable programming. Consult the radio owner or your dealer. Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com page 13...
  • Page 18 12.5 466.3625 12.5 461.1125 12.5 467.7875 12.5 British Columbia VHF Models 461.1375 12.5 467.8375 12.5 154.1000 25.0 461.1625 12.5 467.8625 12.5 158.9400 25.0 461.1875 12.5 467.8875 12.5 Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com page 14...
  • Page 19: How To Field Program Radio Feature Codes

    If Code 7 is selected Codes 1 & 2 will have no effect If Code 8 is selected, Codes 3 & 4 will have no effect Code 0 is entered by pressing the PTT 10 times Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com page 15...
  • Page 20: How To Delete A Channel

    The “Display Series” base station has many features that are only radio channels, even channels that are not selected with the available through PC programming. See your Ritron dealer or Channel Selector button. Other programmable scan features include contact Ritron directly for PC programming of these options.
  • Page 21: !! Cautions - All Radios

    8.7 inches (22 cm) from the AFB-1545 antenna which is sprays or petroleum products can damage supplied by RITRON to be attached directly to the rear of the unit. For the RITRON the radio case. DO NOT use petroleum RAM-1545 magnet mount antenna, at the 20 cm (7.9 inches) minimum expected...
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

     Skip over the interfering channel when scanning. See “Temporary The radio constantly stops on Busy Channel Blocking” on page 7. a busy channel, preventing you from hearing calls on. Have questions? Call 800-USA-1-USA (800-872-1872) or visit our website at www.ritron.com page 18...
  • Page 23: Special Application

    HOW TO FIELD PROGRAM 2-TONE ENCODE CODES Volume Up button to SAVE the entry. The LED display will briefly For special applications, it is possible to use your Ritron portable radio or show the channel number you have just programmed and then a base station for remote control applications;...
  • Page 24: Fcc & Ic License Required

    FCC application Form 600 as indicated in the renewed annually on April 1st. Refer to system at 202-418-0177 from your fax block at right. Your Ritron dealer can help you with the calculation for application fees for machine; request Document 000600 & Form this process.
  • Page 25: Limited Warranty

    No person is authorized to make during the applicable warranty period (as stated below). “Accessories” means antennas, any other warranty to you on behalf of RITRON. Warranties implied by state law, such as holsters, chargers, earphones, speaker / microphones and items contained in the programming implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to and programming/service kits.
  • Page 26: Addendum To Manual

    JBS-146i-A and JBS-446D-A Instructions Auto Turn On When Power Restored Ritron models JBS-146i-A and JBS-446D-A have been built to operate any time power is applied to the base radio, eliminating the need to press the On/Volume Up button to turn the radio on.

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