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The JTECH Extend radio will provide you with reliable performance and high quality you demand. This user manual should be read to ensure that the user understands the operation of the JTECH Extend radios. Please read the Safety Information Manual before use.
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The radios are small but contain high power components. It is not uncommon to notice slight warming of the handset. This is normal and the unit may be continued to be used. If there is any problem with the radio, please contact JTECH or your local distributor. wecare@JTECH.com...
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For body-worn operation, always place the radio in a JTECH approved belt clip or similar accessory that contains no metallic components and provides a minimum separation distance of 1.3 cm between the back of the radio and the user’s body. JTECH approved accessories, antennas, and device combinations comply with the occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits.
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Your JTECH two-way radio has an RF exposure information label in the battery compartment. The training material below includes useful information about RF exposure and helpful instructions.
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General Items This warranty policy establishes the liability limits for which JTECH is responsible. JTECH has the right to decide, in their sole discretion, whether to repair, replace, or refund the purchase price of any equipment subject to this warranty. There are no other options available under this warranty.
Charging the Battery Turn the Unit ON/OFF Adjusting the Volume Select a Channel Transmitting and Receiving Keypad Lock VOX Operation Monitoring a Channel Scanning Wireless Cloning Local Programming Mode Entering Programming Mode Advanced Features Frequencies List CTCSS/DCS Code List Troubleshooting wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
GETTING AQUAINTED Product Inspection Thank you for your purchase of JTECH Extend portable two-way radio. Before use, please inspect the product as follows. First check the shipping carton for any signs of damage. If any damage has occurred, please contact your dealer or JTECH immediately. Confirm the supplied product against the packing slip to assure accuracy.
User Guide RADIO CONTROLS The following figures denote the radio keys, controls, and user interfaces of the JTECH Extend. The user should note the operation of each and be familiar before deployment. 10. SF1, Programmable Function Key - 1. Charger Terminal ( default: PTT ) 2.
Programmable Auxiliary Functions The SF1, SF2, S/M, and F keys can be programmed for a variety of functions. See “Local Programming Mode” menu list later in this manual. Please contact your dealer for further details on these functions. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
• Repair - Do not attempt to repair the product or modify the circuitry by yourself. Only replacement parts that are recommended by JTECH should be used. You can contact JTECH at (800) 321-6221. • Scratches - Do not scratch hard objects against the LCD display as this may cause damage.
Align the two screw holes on the metal bracket of the belt clip with holes on the back side of the radio. Then secure the belt clip on the back side of the radio, as shown below, and then secure the screws. • To remove, loosen the screw to remove the belt clip. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
Fit the one extension at the top of the battery cover into the slot at the top of the radio’s body, press the bottom of the battery cover towards the radio until a click is heard, and then the battery cover is securely attached to the radio, as shown below. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
5. Insert the radio (with battery installed) into the front charging pocket. NOTE: The radio will fit in the charger with the holster or belt clip on. The drop-in charger will also charge a spare Extend Li Ion battery. Both batteries will charge in approximately 3–6 hours.
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User Guide Using the Extend Multi-Unit Charger The Multi-Unit Charger (MUC) allows drop-in charging of up to 6 radios or batteries. Batteries can be charged inside the radios or removed and placed in the MUC Separately. Each of the 6 charging pockets can hold a radio or battery, but not both.
The transmitting and receiving radios must be on the same channel using the same CTCSS code or DCS code in order for you to communicate with another party. To Select Between Channels (Maximum 16): to increase channel 1. Press number. to decrease 2. Press channel number. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
To lock or unlock the keypad: Press and hold the F button for 2.0 seconds. appears on the LCD when the keypad is locked. Note: 1. The F button Long Press is programmed for keylock (default). 2. While key lock is “on” you can still use the PTT button. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
5. Lower the radio volume BEFORE placing the headset in or near your ear. 6. To transmit, speak into the accessory microphone. To receive, stop talking. NOTE: This product is compatible with Motorola headsets, please ask your local Account Manager for further information. Pressing the PTT button disables VOX. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
User Guide Monitoring a Channel Monitoring allows you to check for activity on a channel. The JTECH Extend has three monitor modes. You can choose a mode according to your preference. • Squelch Off (Default): In this mode, the speaker is unmuted in any condition so as to receive any sound on the current channel.
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Power-On Scan If power-on scan is enabled by your dealer, the radio will automatically enter scan mode when it is turned on. The radio is always in scan mode. Scan cannot be turned off. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
1. When cloning a radio(s), they should be in the same area as the source radio (radio containing the desired configuration). 2. To put the JTECH Extend in clone mode, press and hold the S/M key and PTT key while turning the radio on. “CLONE” will be displayed on the LCD.
User Guide Local Programming Mode Local programming mode allows you to configure your radio by manual operation. NOTE: Local programming mode can be disabled by the programming software. Local programming mode menu is as below. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
1. When the radio is in the ‘radio setting’ programming mode, the “RADIO SETTING” will appear on the bottom of the screen. 2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select the main menu that you want to program. 3. Press S/M to enter the main menu setting status. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
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5. Press ▲ or ▼ to set another function, or press “F” to exit channel mode status, or press and hold PTT to exit local programming mode. NOTE: To set MIC sensitivity, VOX parameter, TOT, speaker, headset , priority scan , vibration, battery saver, key tone, PTT tone, backlight, channel voice, the process is similar with channel display mode. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
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NOTE: There are 16 channels that can be selected. 4. Press S/M to confirm the selecting channel. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to set another function, or press F to exit channel setting menu, or press and hold PTT to exit local programming mode. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
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5. Press ▲ or ▼ to set another function, or press F to exit channel setting status, or press and hold PTT to exit local programming mode. NOTE: For code, TX PWR (transmit power), BCL, call tone, scan list, priority scan, compander, scrambler setting, the process is similar with programming frequency. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
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5. Press ▲ or ▼ to set another function, or press F to exit ‘KEY SETTING’ status, or press and hold PTT to exit local programming mode. NOTE: For SF1 long, SF2 short, SF2 long, S/M short, S/M long, F short, and F long key setting, the process is similar with SF1 short. wecare@JTECH.com 800.321.6221...
When enabled, the battery save feature is automatically activated once the radio has no activity on the channel and no operation performed for 10-12 seconds. This will extend battery life. Pressing any key or receiving a signal will restore the radio to normal operation and exit from battery save.
Possible Causes/Remedies Can’t Turn the Radio On Check That the Battery Is Correctly Installed and Has Been Fully Charged Can’t Communicate w/ Other Radios For This and All Other Issues Contact JTECH at 1-800-321-6221 or Visit www.jtech.com for more information. wecare@JTECH.com...
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