Ritron RBS-477DMR User Manual

Ritron RBS-477DMR User Manual

Professional two-way dmr/analog base radio
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Professional Two-Way DMR/Analog Base Radio
RBS-477DMR Base Radio User Manual
Contents
Optional Replacement Accessories ......................... 1
Basic Features ......................................................... 2
Items Included with the Base Radio ......................... 2
Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy ..................... 3
O
- G
PERATION
ENERAL
Radio Controls and Connectors ............................... 4
On-Off Volume Adjust .............................................. 5
Channel Selection .................................................... 5
P2 Button .................................................................. 6
Channel Scan Operation .......................................... 8
R
O
- A
ADIO
PERATION
NALOG
Receive - Analog Channels ..................................... 9
Transmit - Analog Channels .................................... 9
P1 Operation - Analog Channels........................... 10
Have questions? Call 800-872-1872 or visit our website at www.ritron.com
Page
C
HANNELS
Ritron Pub. 14500106
© 2022 Ritron, Inc. All rights reserved. Ritron, 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 (800-872-1872)
For the right Wireless Solutions for your communication needs.
P.O. Box 1998 · Carmel, Indiana 46082-1998 · Ph: 317-846-1201 · Fax: 317-846-4978
Email: ritron@ritron.com · www.ritron.com
• DMR Digital, Conventional Analog
• Narrow Band Capable
• 20 DMR or Analog Channels
• 2.5 Watt Transmit Power
• 1 Watt Audio Output
NOTICE: The RBS-DMR-PCPK PC programming software kit is
required to program channel frequencies and other settings.
Please contact your Authorized Ritron Reseller.
Contents
R
ADIO
DMR Channel Overview ......................................... 11
Receive - DMR Channels ...................................... 11
Transmit - DMR Channels ..................................... 12
P1 Button - DMR Channels .................................... 12
S
PECIFICATIONS
General ................................................................... 13
Receiver .................................................................. 13
Transmitter .............................................................. 14
RPS-1B Power Supply ............................................ 14
General Features .................................................... 14
Channel Features ................................................... 15
Analog Paging Decode ........................................... 15
FCC
IC L
AND
ICENSE
FCC Licensing ........................................................ 16
How to Obtain and FCC License ............................ 16
Industry Canada Regulations ................................. 16
Safety Standards .................................................... 16
Service .................................................................... 16
R
W
ITRON
ARRANTY
Rev. A
12/22
R
EQUIRED
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Ritron Pub. 14500106 Rev. A 12/22 © 2022 Ritron, Inc. All rights reserved. Ritron, 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 (800-872-1872) For the right Wireless Solutions for your communication needs.
  • Page 2: Introduction

    NTRODUCTION Dear Valued Ritron Customer, Thank you for your purchase of the RBS-477DMR DMR/Analog base radio. Each radio comes pre-programmed with the 2 factory default channels listed below. Channel programming can be changed via the RBS-DMR-PCPS PC programming software and cable.
  • Page 3: Basic Features

    ANUAL NTRODUCTION ASIC EATURES This manual covers Ritron RBS-477DMR DMR/Analog base radio. A rugged, programmable two-way desktop base radio designed to operate in a professional FM communications band. Each radio is equipped with these features: • Analog and DMR Digital Mode Operation. The RBS-477DMR DMR/Analog base radio can operate in Analog and DMR Digital mode within the 450-470 MHz frequency band.
  • Page 4: Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy

    RAM-1545 (optional magnet-mount antenna with 25’ cable) in a vertical orientation a 29.4 cm separation distance is required. Antennas other than those available from RITRON have not been tested for compliance and may or may not meet the exposure limits at the distances given.
  • Page 5: Radio

    The power connector on the top end of the radio is used to connect power to the unit, either an external 12 VDC supply or the RPS-1B cube power supply included with the radio. Have questions? Call 800-872-1872 or visit our website at www.ritron.com...
  • Page 6: On-Off Volume Adjust

    To scan all channels - Press and release the P2 BUTTON until “Scan” appears on the display, then hold the P2 Button until “Scanning” appears on the display. See the P2 Button section of this manual for details. Have questions? Call 800-872-1872 or visit our website at www.ritron.com...
  • Page 7: P2 Button

    Sending the Call Tone is a one-time occurrence, to resend the Call Tone it must again be selected with the P2 BUTTON. • This feature is helpful when the receiving radios are in a high noise environment and may not hear a voice transmission. Have questions? Call 800-872-1872 or visit our website at www.ritron.com...
  • Page 8 • Sending the DMR Contact code is a one-time occurrence, to resend it must again be selected with the P2 BUTTON. • This feature is only available on DMR channels. Have questions? Call 800-872-1872 or visit our website at www.ritron.com...
  • Page 9: Channel Scan Operation

    PERATION Channel scanning allows you to listen for broadcasts on all of your radio channels. The RBS-477DMR base radio can scan all channels programmed into the radio. Be aware that the more channels the radio must scan the longer it takes to check each channel.
  • Page 10: Receive - Analog Channels

    This allows you to communicate with less interference and to hear only those users in your radio group. IMPORTANT! All radios in the talk group must operate on the same frequency and tone code. Have questions? Call 800-872-1872 or visit our website at www.ritron.com...
  • Page 11: Paging Decode Operation - Analog Channels

    The P1 button is used to select Analog Contacts that can be transmitted to selectively signal other radios or radio operated devices. The RBS-477DMR radio can be programmed with 10 2-Tone, DTMF or Selcall Analog Contacts. Any number of the 10 Analog contacts can be assigned to the P1 button on a per-channel basis.
  • Page 12: Operation - Dmr Channels

    • The display will indicate the Channel Name and “Busy” will appear on the 2 B u s y line. • The incoming signal will not be heard on the radio speaker. Have questions? Call 800-872-1872 or visit our website at www.ritron.com...
  • Page 13: Transmit - Dmr Channels

    The P1 button is used to select DMR Contacts that can be used to communicate with other radio talk groups, or with an individual user. The RBS-477DMR radio can be programmed with 48 Individual or Group Contacts. Any number of the 48 Analog contacts can be assigned to the P1 button on a per-channel basis.
  • Page 14: General

    40.5 dB Audio Distortion 4.5 % 1W / 8Ω Audio Power Output Channel Scan Rate 120mS per channel Analog Squelch Set for 11-14 dB SINAD, Adjustable -126 to -116 dBm Have questions? Call 800-872-1872 or visit our website at www.ritron.com...
  • Page 15: Transmitter

    The P2 Button can be used to initiate a number of features that include Scan, P2 Button Send Call Tone Monitor, Last Channel, Paging Reset, and more. Refer to the P2 Button Analog Decode Reset section of this manual for details. Have questions? Call 800-872-1872 or visit our website at www.ritron.com...
  • Page 16: Channel Features

    10 seconds places it into Paging Decode mode. If Monitor Trip is set, the radio will only remain in Monitor mode for the Reset Time if the page is not answered. Have questions? Call 800-872-1872 or visit our website at www.ritron.com...
  • Page 17: Fcc Licensing

    The station licensee is also responsible for proper operation and maintenance of the radio equipment. This includes checking the transmitter frequency and deviation periodically, using appropriate methods. To get an FCC license for VHF or UHF frequencies, submit FCC application Form 601. Your Ritron dealer can help you with this process. FCC R...
  • Page 18: Information

    • 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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