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- Page 1 Operating I nstructions DBH50M -‐ 80 C hannel 5 w att U HF H and h eld C B r adio...
- Page 2 THANK YOU! Thank you for purchasing a Crystal transceiver. Crystal transceivers will provide you with a reliable, clear and efficient communication service. The transceiver introduces a n innovative DSP (Digital Signal Processing) baseband processing system to achieve high-fidelity voice processing and encryption. It boasts stability, great reliability, nice timbre and long distance communication as well as fashionable design and smooth exterior lines.
- Page 3 ATTENTION: All tips above apply to accessories supplied your Crystal transceiver. If any device does not work normally, please contact your Crystal dealer. If you use any accessories made by other companies Crystal does not guarantee the safety of operability the transceiver.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS U NPACKING ........................1 Supplied Accessories.......................... 1 STANDARD ACCESSORIES/OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ..........2 Standard Accessories ......................... 2 ASSIGNING & CHANGING FUNCTIONALITY KEYS ............2 Software Download ..........................2 Optional Accessory ..........................2 BATTERY INFORMATION .................... - Page 5 CONTENTS Installing/ Removing the Hand Strap (Optional)................. 10 GETTING ACQUAINTED..................... 11 LCD Display ............................11 Front Panel ............................12 Side Panel............................13 BASIC OPERATIONS ......................14 Switch on / off Transceiver ........................14 Adjusting Volume ..........................14 Channels Selection ..........................14 Receiving ............................
- Page 6 CONTENTS Talk Around ............................19 Keypad Lock ............................19 TX Power Switch..........................19 Instantaneously Squelch off ........................ 20 CTCSS/DCS Encode/Decode......................20 Transmit Pilot frequency ........................21 Scramble (Encryption) ........................21 Voice Compander ..........................21 Whisper .............................. 21 Voice Prompt Setup ..........................22 VOX level setup ..........................
- Page 7 CONTENTS LCD Backlight mode setup ......................... 25 Resume Factory Default ........................25 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE................... 26 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ....................29 DUPLEX OPERATION INFORMATION ................35 WARRANTY INFORMATION ..................... 38 ...
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Page 8: Unpacking
UNPACKING Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend you to identify the items listed in the following table before discarding the packing material. If any items are missing or have been damaged during shipment, please contact dealers immediately. Supplied Accessories ... -
Page 9: Standard Accessories/Optional Accessories
To assign and change function keys other than default (see picture below), USB programming (DBH50USB) cable is required. Additional free downloadable software is required to assign & change key functions. Downloadable software is available from this link. http://tdj.com.au/firmware/Crystal/DBH50M/ Factory default settings Software is Windows compatible only. -
Page 10: Battery Information
BATTERY INFORMATION Charging Operation The battery pack is not charged at the factory; please charge it before use. Charging the battery pack for the first time after purchase or extended storage (more than 2 months) may not bring the battery pack to its normal operating capacity. After fully charging/ discharging cycle for two or three times, the operating capacity will reach its best performance. -
Page 11: How To Charge
▼ Do not recharge the battery pack if it is already fully charged. This may shorten the life of the battery pack or damage the battery pack. ▼ Do not charge the battery or transceiver if it is damp. Dry it before charging to avoid danger. ... - Page 12 BATTERY INFORMATION NOTE: when charging a power-on transceiver equipped with battery, the indicating lamp will not turn into green to show the fully charged status. Only when the transceiver is switched off, can the lamp indicate normally. The transceiver consumes energy when it is power-on, and the charger can not detect the voltage when the battery has been fully charged.
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Page 13: Normal Charging Tips
Normal Charging Tips 1. Self- Examination: When charging, orange light flashes for 1 second and goes out, which means the charger has passed its self-examination and it can charge the battery normally. If the light remains orange or the red light flashes, it means the charger can not pass its self-examination or charge the battery. - Page 14 BATTERY INFORMATION WARNING: ▼ Do not short circuit battery terminals. ▼ Never attempt to remove the casing from the battery pack. ▼ Never assemble the battery in dangerous surroundings, sparks may cause explosion. ▼ Do not put the battery in hot environment or throw it into fire, it may explode. Professional FM Transceiver ...
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Page 15: Preparation
PREPARATION Installing / Removing the Battery 1. Match the three grooves of the battery pack with the corresponding guides on the back of the transceiver, and then push it. 2. Press the battery pack until the release latch on the top of the transceiver locks. -
Page 16: Installing / Removing The Belt Clip
PREPARATION Installing / Removing the Belt Clip ■ Installing the Belt Clip: Place the belt clip to the corresponding grooves on the back of the transceiver, and then clockwise screw it. ■ Removing the Belt Clip: Anticlockwise turn the screws to remove the belt clip. -
Page 17: Installing/ Removing The Hand Strap (Optional)
PREPARATION GETTING ACQUAINTED Installing/ Removing the Hand Strap (Optional) Slide the loop of the hand strap through the eyelet on the upper rear of the transceiver; then pull the entire hand strap through the loop to secure the hand strap in place and lastly tighten the hand strap. -
Page 18: Getting Acquainted
GETTING ACQUAINTED LCD Display On LCD display screen, you will see various icons which stand for the selected functions and sometimes you may forget the meaning of them. Here you will find the following table extremely useful. ... -
Page 19: Front Panel
GETTING ACQUAINTED Front Panel Channel switch Antenna Power/Volume switch LED indicator, green light when receiving , red light when transmitting Speaker Microphone Programming key Professional FM Transceiver ... -
Page 20: Side Panel
GETTING ACQUAINTED Side Panel PTT key Speaker / Microphone Jacks Reading/Writing PF1key, programming key Programming Software PF2key, programming key Jack (programming all kinds of ... -
Page 21: Basic Operations
BASIC OPERATIONS Switch on / off Transceiver Switch on Transceiver: Under power-off state, turn POWER / VOLUME clockwise till hearing "Click" to switch on the transceiver. The transceiver will announce "Power on" when power-on. Switch off Transceiver: Under power-off state, turn POWER / VOLUME anticlockwise till hearing "Click"... -
Page 22: Receiving
BASIC OPERATIONS Receiving You can hear the transmitting party's calling when the channel you are operating is called and the LED light turns green. NOTE: You may not receive the calling if you set a high squelch off level of the transceiver. If current channel has been programmed with signaling, you can only hear the call from a same signaling, other calls cannot be heard. -
Page 23: Advanced Operations
ADVANCED OPERATIONS The [PF1]、 [PF2]、 keys are programmable. They can realize the 、 、 following functions by programming software. See page 2 for more information NOTE: The keys can be programmed of long press and short press , if program of short press, the function will be activated when press the programmed key , if program of long press, the function will be activated when press and hold the key for programmed time. -
Page 24: Squelch Off
ADVANCED OPERATIONS Press this key again, transceiver emits "DU DU" beep and exits the monitor state. Squelch off Under standby, press the programmed key of Squelch off, the squelch circuit is not mute, background noise can be heard. Press this key again, transceiver emits "DU DU" beep, the squelch circuit becomes mute. -
Page 25: Frequency Reverse
ADVANCED OPERATIONS Under standby, press the programmed key of Squelch Levels Setup, LCD displays Squelch level "SQL XX", rotate channel switch to choose desired level. Total 10 squelch levels, 0-9, 0 is lowest, 9 is highest. NOTE: Press the programmed key of Squelch Levels Setup repeatedly, also can level. Frequency Reverse Under standby, press the programmed key of Frequency Reverse, LCD displays "REV ON"... -
Page 26: Talk Around
ADVANCED OPERATIONS Talk Around Under standby, press the programmed key of Talk Around, screen displays "TALK ON" and enter into Talk Around state, press key again or wait 1 second, radio will return back to standby state, screen displays " " icon. Under Talk Around, transceiver will transmit at receiving frequency, the setting mute code (CTCSS/DCS) will use decode signal for encode transmitting. -
Page 27: Instantaneously Squelch Off
ADVANCED OPERATIONS transmits at high power . when screen display " " icon, it means lower power is chosen, current channel transmits low power. when screen not display " " or " " icon, it means middle power is chosen, current channel transmits middle power. -
Page 28: Transmit Pilot Frequency
ADVANCED OPERATIONS will start transmitting. Under this state, hold this key will send out Pilot frequency. NOTES: Pilot frequency of this transceiver is 1750HZ,2100HZ,1000HZ and 1450HZ,user can select needed Pilot frequency in programming software. Scramble (Encryption) This special audio process can offer a more confidential communication. It makes other transceiver of same frequency receive disordered noises only. -
Page 29: Voice Prompt Setup
ADVANCED OPERATIONS Under standby, press programmed key of whisper, screen displays "WHISPE ON", whisper function is enabled, press any other key or wait 1 second, transceiver will return back to standby state. Repeat above operation, whisper function is disabled when screen displays " WHISPE OFF". ... -
Page 30: Vox Delay Setup
ADVANCED OPERATIONS VOX Delay Setup If transceiver returns to receiving mode instantly after VOX transmitting, it may cause signal missing, to avoid this problem, user can set a suitable delay time. Under standby, press programmed key of VOX delay, screen displays "VOXDEY", rotate channel switch to choose desired delay time. -
Page 31: Fm Radio
ADVANCED OPERATIONS FM radio Under standby, press programmed key of FM radio, transceiver emits "DI" beep and switch into FM radio, screen displays icon, rotate channel switch to choose desired FM channel. Press this key again, FM icon disappears, transceiver returns back to standby state. -
Page 32: Background Operations
BACKGROUND OPERATIONS Resume Factory Default Once transceiver works abnormally for wrong operations or wrong programming, user can start this function to resume all functions and channels as Factory Default. Turn off transceiver, press [PF1] and key together to switch on transceiver, holding the ... -
Page 33: Trouble Shooting Guide
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE General Adjacent Channel ≥70dB ≥60dB Selectivity VHF: 136-174MHz Intermodulation ≥65dB ≥60dB Frequency Range UHF: 400-470MHz PMR446(Exp: 411-471MHz) Spurious Rejection ≥70dB ≥70dB Channel Capacity 128 channels Audio Response +1~-3dB(1.3~3KHz) +1~-3dB(1.3~2.55KHz) 25KHz (Wide Band) Hum &... - Page 34 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Problem Corrective Action A. The battery pack may be exhausting. Recharge or replace the battery pack. B. The battery pack may not be installed correctly. Remove the battery pack and install it again. No Power C.The power switch is broken;...
- Page 35 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE A. Different frequency or channel, please change it. Cannot talk to or hear other members in your B. Different CTCSS / DCS please reset it. group C.Out of communication range. Check whether the battery touch is out of sharp or Can not power on or frequent power-off broken.
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Page 36: Technical Assistance
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE If you need assistance setting up or using your CRYSTAL product now or in the future, call CRYSTAL Support. Australia TEL: 03 – 8587 8898 FAX: 03 – 8587 8866 Mon-Fri 9am – 5pm AEST Please retain this user guide for future reference. - Page 37 NOTE: In Australia, channel 11 is the customary calling channel for establishing communication and channel 40 is the customary road vehicle channel. Always listen on a channel (or observe the receive signal level meter) to ensure it is not already being used before transmitting.
- Page 38 Information on Safe Operation Read This Information Before Using Your CRYSTAL Radio. The operation of your UHF radio in Australia is subject to conditions in the following license: In Australia the ACMA Radio communications (Citizen Band Radio Stations) and in New Zealand by MED the General User Radio License for Citizen Band Radio.
- Page 39 Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy Your CRYSTAL two-way radio complies with Australian Communications Authority Radio communications (Electromagnetic Radiation-Human Exposure) Standard, 2003. To assure optimal radio performance and make sure human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy is within the guidelines set out in the above standards always adhere to the following procedures.
- Page 40 Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI). To avoid the possibility of electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your radio in any location where posted notices instruct you to do so such as health care facilities. Radio Operation and EME Exposure Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and violate compliance.
- Page 41 Medical Devices - Hearing Aids Some radios may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives. Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy.
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Page 42: Duplex Operation Information
Duplex operation via Repeaters This feature o ws to local repeater stations that are designed automatically re-transmit your broadcast over large area thus giving you increased range. Repeaters stations are privately operated radio systems installed throughout Australia. example, if you wish to access a repeater station your area which... - Page 43 50 groups CTCSS Tone Frequency(Hz) 67.0 79.7 94.8 110.9 131.8 156.7 171.3 186.2 203.5 229.1 69.3 82.5 97.4 114.8 136.5 159.8 173.8 189.9 206.5 233.6 71.9 85.4 100.0 118.8 141.3 162.2 177.3 192.8 210.7 241.8 74.4 88.5 103.5 123.0 146.2 165.5 179.9 196.6 218.1 250.3 77.0 91.5 107.2 127.3 151.4 167.9 183.5 199.5 225.7 254.1 ...
- Page 44 Transmitting Range The talk range will depend on your surroundings and environment it will be affected by obstructions such as hills or buildings. Don’t try to use two radio units which are less than 1.5m (5 feet) apart. Otherwise, you may experience interference.
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Page 45: Warranty Information
WARRANTY INFORMATION CRYSTAL MOBILE WARRANTY AGAINST DEFECTS This warranty against manufacturing defects is given by TDJ Australia Pty Ltd ACN 006 385 191). Our contact details are set out in clause 2.7. 1. Consumer guarantee 1.1 Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. - Page 46 2. Warranty against defects 2.1 This Warranty is in addition to and does not limit, exclude or restrict your rights under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Australia) or any other mandatory protection laws that may apply. Consumer guarantees are a set of rules that apply to goods and services purchased by consumers under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL).
- Page 47 2.3 To the extent permitted by law, our sole liability for breach of a condition, warranty or other obligation implied by law is limited (a) in the case of goods we supply, to any one of the following as we decide - (i) the replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods;...
- Page 48 2.6 To make a warranty claim you must before the end of the applicable warranty period, at your own cost, return the goods you allege do not meet manufacturers specifications, provide written details of the alleged defect, and give us an original or copy of the purchase receipt, sales invoice or some other evidence showing details of the transaction.
- Page 49 (f ) goods where the serial number has been removed or made illegal. 4. Warranty period 4.1 We provide the following warranty on Crystal Mobile products. No repair or replacement during the warranty period will renew or extend the warranty period past the period from original date of purchase.
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