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XHDATA E-100 Manual

Portable two-way radio fm/am aviation/vhf/uhf/noaa band receiver
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  • Page 2 PREFACE Thank you for purchasing this product. which is a dual band/dual display/dual watch. This easy-to-use radio will deliver you secure, instant and reliable communications at peak efficiency. Please read this manual carefully before use. The information presented herein will help you to derive maximum performance from your radio. WARNING！...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter1. Getting Started 5.3 Main Band/Sub Band Select 1.1 Regulations and Safety Warnings 5.4 VFO/Channel Switch 1.2 Content of the packaging 5.5 Frequency (VFO) mode 1.3 Main features 5.6 Channel (MR) mode and Channel selection Chapter2. Charging the Battery 5.7 Making a call 2.1 Charging the Battery Pack 5.8 Using the Flashlight...

  • Page 4: Chapter1. Getting Started

    Chapter1. Getting Started 1.1 Regulations and Safety Warnings EU Regulatory Conformance As certified by the qualified laboratory, the product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 2014/53/EU. All applicable EU regulations are regarded (2006/66/EC, 2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863, 2012/19/EU). NOTE: It can be operating under 2000m.

  • Page 5: Important Tips

    • Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time. To transmit (talk), press the Push-to-Talk (PTT) key. To receive calls, release the [PTT] key. Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because the radio generates measurable RF energy only when transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards compliance).

  • Page 6: Precautions For Batteries

    9. Do not disassemble, modify or repair the product and its accessories without authorization. ■ Precautions for Batteries Charging Prohibitions To protect you against any property loss, bodily injury or even death, be sure to observe the following safety instructions: 1.

  • Page 7: Content Of The Packaging

    1.2 Content of the packaging • 1 Radio • 1 Li-Ion battery pack • 1 USB-C cable • 1 Wrist strap • 1 Antenna • 1 Belt clip 1.3 Main features • Frequency range: FM radio 76-108 MHz; AM aviation frequency band: 108-136MHz (RX) VHF1：136-174MHz（RX&TX）;...

  • Page 8: Chapter2. Battery Information

    Chapter2. Battery Information 2.1 Charging the Battery Pack The Li-ion 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 maximum operating capacity. Best operation will require fully charging/ discharging the battery two or three times before the operating capacity will reach its best performance.

  • Page 9: How To Charge

    2.4 How to Charge Note: This radio supports two charging methods - Type-C USB charging and desktop charging (desktop charger not included). a. Plug the AC adaptor into the AC outlet, and then plug the cable of the AC adaptor into the DC jack located on the back of the charger. The indicator light blinks orange and is then ready to charge a battery.
  • Page 10 2.7 Using the Type-C USB Charger The micro-USB charger is a handy port that allows you to conveniently charge your Li-ion battery pack. 1. Make sure your radio is turned OFF. 2. Plug the Type-C USB cable into the Type-C USB charging port on your battery. Connect the other end of the micro-USB charger to wall power outlet.

  • Page 11: Chapter3. Installation Of Accessories

    Chapter3. Installation of Accessories Before the radio is ready for use we need to attach the antenna and battery pack, as well as charge the battery. 3.1 Installing/ Removing the Antenna a. Installing: Align the antenna with the antenna port. Rotate the antenna clockwise until it is fully tightened and secured in place. b.

  • Page 12: Chapter4. Radio Overview

    Chapter4. Radio Overview 4.1 Buttons and controls of the radio Antenna 2. LED flashlight 3. Status LED 4. Power / Volume knob 5. Battery release latch PTT - Push to talk 7. SK1-Programmable key (flashlight/alarm switch) 8. SK2-Programmable Key (Radio/Monitor) 9.

  • Page 13: Frequency Mode

    4.2 LCD Display Icon Description Icon Description Mxxx Memory channel Dual watch enabled Frequency Mode Transmitting VOX enabled Receiving CTCSS enabled Reverse function enabled DCS enabled Indicates active band or channel  Narrowband enabled Frequency shift direction if enabled in VFO Transmit power level indicator Battery level indicator According to Power (High/Low)
  • Page 14 • [MENU] key: It is used for activating the MENU, choose each MENU selection and confirm the parameter. • key: Press it for more than 2 seconds, the channel and frequency will move upwards rapidly; in SCAN mode, press this control to move the scanning upwards.

  • Page 15: Chapter5. Basic Operations

    Chapter5. Basic Operations 5.1 Power on the radio To turn the unit on, simply rotate the Volume/Power knob clockwise until you hear a "click". If your radio powers on correctly there should be an audible double beep after about one second and the display will show a message or flash the LCD depending on settings for about one second.

  • Page 16: Frequency (Vfo) Mode

    5.5 Frequency (VFO) mode In Frequency (VFO) mode you can navigate up and down the band by using the keys. Each press will increment or decrement your frequency according to the frequency step you've set your transceiver to. You can also input frequencies directly on your numeric keypad with kilohertz accuracy. The following example assumes the use of a 12.5 kHz frequency step.

  • Page 17: Making A Call

    5.7 Making a call NOTE: Press the [A/B] key to switch the main channel to the other channel if there are 2 channels shown on the display. In standby mode, press [V/M] key to switch between frequency (VFO) mode and channel (MR) mode. •...

  • Page 18: Monitor

    The frequency ranges to listen to the radio is 65-108MHz. (1) In frequency or channel mode, Press [SK2] key to turn on the radio. (2) Select the desired radio frequency with the keys or input the frequency. Or • Press to automatically search a radio station.

  • Page 19: One Touch Frequency Search

    5.15 One touch frequency Search (1) The radio will act as a receiver. Press and hold the key, and the screen will display “SEARCH SWEEK..." (2) If the transmitter continues to transmit and the unit receives an effective frequency (the strongest and stable signal), the received frequency will be displayed.

  • Page 20: Chapter6. Advanced Features

    Chapter6. Advanced Features 6.1 Working the menu system 6.1.1 Basic use Using the menu with arrow keys 1. Press the [MENU] key to enter the menu. 2. Use the keys to navigate between menu items. 3. Once you find the desired menu item, press [MENU] again to select that menu item. 4.

  • Page 21: Scanning

    b. To cancel your changes, press [EXIT] and it will reset that menu item and bring you out of the menu entirely. 6. To exit out of the menu at any time, press the [EXIT] key. 7. All further examples and procedures in this manual will use the numerical menu shortcuts. 6.2 Scanning The Radios features a built in scanner for the VHF and UHF bands.

  • Page 22: Channel Scanning

    a. In frequency mode, press key for more than 2 seconds. The radio will start scanning the frequency according to the set frequency step. b. You can change the scanning direction with the keys. c. Press key to stop the scanning. Note: for Scan mode, see Menu No.19.
  • Page 23 In standby mode, press [V/M] key to switch between frequency (VFO) mode and channel (MR) mode. These two modes have different functions and are often confused. Frequency Mode (VFO): Used for a temporary frequency assignment, such as a test frequency or quick field programming if permitted. Channel Mode (MR): Used for selecting preprogrammed channels.

  • Page 24: Repeaters Programming

    d. [MENU] [0][5] [MENU] 123.0 [MENU] [EXIT] Select desired TX encode tone (Ex 123 CTCSS) -->>Use [EXIT] to select Upper display e. Enter RX frequency (Ex. 43266250) f. [MENU] [1][3] [MENU] [1][0] [MENU] Enter the desired channel (Ex 10) -->> [EXIT] Channel has been added g.

  • Page 25: Vox

    If you for some reason want to listen to the repeater's input frequency instead, press key momentarily and you'll reverse your transmit and receive frequencies. This is indicated in the LCD on the radio with an R in the top row, next to the + and - for the offset direction. 6.5 VOX This function allows hands-free conversations: just speak in the direction of the microphone and the communication will be automatically activated.

  • Page 26: Dtmf

    Press [MENU] to enter the function. Press the keys to enable (ON) the function, then press [MENU] key for confirmation. To return to the standby mode press [EXIT] key. Using the stopwatch timer: When this function is ON, press [MENU] key to start counting;...
  • Page 27 Press [MENU] key to enter the function. Press the keys to select the always on/required delay time (ON/5sec/5sec/10sec/15sec/20sec) the backlight of the display, then press [MENU] key to confirm. To return to the standby mode press [EXIT] key. 6.9.2 Beep PROMPT (BEEP) - MENU 32 If you enable this function, every time a key is pressed, you will hear a Beep tone.
  • Page 28 • BEEP: Roger Beep tone at the end of transmission In standby mode, press [MENU] + 3 3; the screen will display “ROGER”. [MENU] [MENU] Press to enter the function. Press the keys to select OFF/ON. Confirm your selection by press key.

  • Page 29: Appendix A. - Trouble Shooting Guide

    Press [MENU] to enter the function. Press the keys to select VFO, then press [MENU] to confirm. The display will show “Sure to reset？”. Press [MENU] again to confirm and the screen will display “Wait…”. Then, the transceiver will turn off and reboot again.

  • Page 30: Appendix B. - Technical Specifications

    Appendix B. - Technical Specifications Frequency band FM65-108MHz; AM108-136MHz(Rx); 350-390MHz(Rx); 136-174MHz (Rx/Tx); 220-260MHz (Rx/Tx); 400-520MHz (Rx/Tx); Memory channels Power supply batteria Li-Ion da 7.4V/ 3000 mAh Operating temperature -10°C to + 45°C Working mode monoband/dualband Modulation F3E(FM) Max. frequency deviation ≤...

  • Page 31: Appendix C. - Shortcut Menu Operations

    Appendix C. - Shortcut Menu operations Name MENU Settings Description (Full Name) Set the alias of the channel. 1 to 16 characters (one Chinese CHL Name CH-1 character takes up two characters) Displays the current received frequency and allows the RX Frequency 430.00000 frequency to be reset...
  • Page 32 •- [2]: TX will be shifted lower in frequency than RX OFFSET 00.000,…,99.999 Specifies the difference between the TX and RX frequencies This menu is used to either create new or modify existing channels (001 through 999) so that they can be accessed from MEMCH 001,…,999 MR/Channel Mode.
  • Page 33 •OFF: No ID is sent When to Send PTT-ID •BOT: The selected S-CODE is sent at the beginning •EOT: The selected S-CODE is sent at the ending PTT ID Codes are sent during either the beginning or ending of a •BOTH: The selected S-CODE is sent at the beginning transmission.
  • Page 34 Defines the time between entry and exit of the menu. The counter is activated after the radio enters menu operation. If Menu HangTim 5,10,15……60Sec there is no physical operation of the radio until the counter expires, the radio will exit the menu. BEEP PROMPT OFF | ON Allows audible confirmation of a key press...
  • Page 35 This function is used eliminate squelch tail noise when RP_STE OFF|1s,2s,3s… 10s communicating through a repeater. RPT-RL OFF|1s,2s,3s… 10s Delay the Tail Tone of Repeater (X100 milliseconds) •1000Hz: PTT + SK1 = Transmits 1000Hz Tone Burst Transmits 1000Hz, 1450Hz, 1750Hz tone bursts to activate •1450Hz: PTT + SK1 = Transmits 1450Hz Tone Burst ALERT- 1750Hz Tone-burst sleeping repeaters.
  • Page 36 •None:No Function •Torch On/Off •Power Select PF1 LongPre •Scan On/Off You can program these keys for different functions •VOX On/Off •Alarm on/off •Radio on/off •None:No Function •Torch On/Off •Power Select •Scan On/Off You can program these keys for different functions PF2 Press •VOX On/Off •Alarm on/off...
  • Page 37 Disclaimer The accuracy and completeness of the contents are sought in the process of compilation, but we do not bear any responsibility for the possible errors or omissions. With the continuous development of technology, we reserve the left to change the design and specification of the product without notice. No copy, modification, translation and dissemination of this handbook may be made in any form without the prior written authorization of our department.

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