Alinco DJ-X100T Instruction Manual
Alinco DJ-X100T Instruction Manual

Alinco DJ-X100T Instruction Manual

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Thank you for purchashing your DJ-X100T/E.Please read this manual carefully before using
the product to ensure full performance, and keep this manual for future reference as it contains
information on after-sales service.
In case addendum or errata sheets are included with this product,please read those materials
and keep them together with this instruction manual for future reference.
ALINCO, INC.
DJ-X100T/E
Instruction Manual
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or Modifications to this device, not expressly approved by
Alinco,Inc.,could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regulations.
MODIFICATION OF THIS DEVICE TO RECEIVE CELLULAR
RADIOTELEPHONE SERVICE SIGNALS IS PROHIBITED UNDER FCC RULES
AND FEDERAL LAW.
It's illegal to intentionally intercept or attempt to intercept electronic communication
and to use or disclose information obtained through receiving electronic
communications, moreover, possession and use of communications receivers is
prohibited in many countries.
Please check your local Radio Law and Privacy act about use of receivers in
advance to purchase this product.
DIGITAL MULTI-MODE RECEIVER

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  • Page 1 Please check your local Radio Law and Privacy act about use of receivers in advance to purchase this product. Thank you for purchashing your DJ-X100T/E.Please read this manual carefully before using the product to ensure full performance, and keep this manual for future reference as it contains information on after-sales service.
  • Page 2: Warning

    WARNING WARNING To prevent any hazard during operation of Alinco’s product, in this manual and on the product you may find symbols shown below. Please read and understand the meanings of these symbols before starting to use the product. Symbols...
  • Page 3 WARNING Caution ◎ Do not place it on unstable surfaces such as wobbly tables or inclined areas, or in places with excessive vibration. Dropping or tipping over may result in fire, injury, or equipment malfunction. „Radio Alert ◎Do not shaking and throwing the product. Dislodged components may cause injury, damage, or malfunction if they hit people, walls, or other objects.
  • Page 4 WARNING „Optional Accessory : Charger, Charger Stand Alert ◎ Failure to observe the following precautions may cause an accident that could lead to fire, overheating, electric shock, injury, or equipment malfunction. Do not operate this product in a wet place such as in a shower room. ...
  • Page 5 WARNING „Battery Danger ◎ Never use, charge or exposure to direct sunlight in enclosed areas such as a car or near windows, may cause overheating, leading to battery rupture, fire, or equipment malfunction. The performance and lifespan of the battery pack may deteriorate, and the protection circuit may activate, preventing charging.
  • Page 6 WARNING Caution ◎ F ailure to observe the following precautions may cause of leading to overheating, liquid leakage, corrosion, decreased performance, and reduced lifespan.  D o not leave the battery pack fully charged or completely depleted for long time. When storing the battery pack for long time, discharge it completely, then recharge it to approximately half of the estimated full charging time.
  • Page 7: Precautions Before Use

      Precautions before use    Precautions before use Handling Request - Please read carefully. This document contains important information that you should pay special attention to when using this product. Please be sure to read it carefully. Incorrect use may void the product warranty or lead to troubles and malfunctions.
  • Page 8 Alinco accessories and the device has not been disassembled by the consumer. The device is designed to remain operational when...
  • Page 9 [Trademarks / Copyrights / Patents] Alinco, Inc., Alinco, and the Alinco logo are registered trademarks of Alinco, Inc. The patents for receiving D-STAR signals are used under license from Icom Incorporated. NXDN is a registered trademark of Icom Incorporated and JVCKenwood Corporation, and DMR is a registered trademark of the DMR Association, which we are licensed to use.
  • Page 10 FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE About CE and DoC Hereby, Alinco Inc. declares that DJ-X100E which has the “CE” symbol on the product, complies with the essential requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU, and the restriction of the use of certain hazardrous substances in electrical and electronic equipment Directive 2011/65/EU.
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents WARNING ....................2 Precautions before use ................. 7 Table of Contents ................. 11 Functions and Features ..............17 1. Before use ..................18 Check accessories ................18 Attach / Detach Accessory ............... 18 Antenna EA-295 ................18 Belt clip EBC-65 (Belt clip x1, Screws x2pcs) .......
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Adjusting the Volume ..............32 FUNC (Function) Key Operations ..........32 Squelch level and S-meter ............33 About squelch ................33 About S-meter ................33 About [BUSY] icons..............34 Monitoring Function ............... 34 Selecting Receive Mode ..............34 Analog ..................
  • Page 13 Table of Contents 5. MEMORY MODE ................49 Types of Memory and How to Use Them ........49 Registering Memory Channels ............49 Deleting Memory Channels ............55 Operating Memory Mode ............... 56 All Memory ................. 56 Bank ................... 56 Bank Link ...................
  • Page 14 Table of Contents 7. Useful Functions ................73 Key Lock ................... 73 Offset Step ..................73 GPS Display ..................74 Display Examples (GPS Display) ..........74 Satellite Display................76 Position Display ................77 AIS Reception ................77 Examples of Display (Position Display)........78 Receiving Messages ................
  • Page 15 Table of Contents Vol(Volume) Reduction............... 87 Removal Setting ................. 88 Vol(Volume) Stabilization ............88 Bass Supp(Suppression) ............88 Treble Supp(Suppression) ............88 Display ................... 89 BL(Backlight) Timer ..............89 BL(Backlight) On Bright.............. 89 BL(Backlight) Off Bright .............. 89 BL(Backlight) USB Charge............89 BL(Backlight) Range ..............
  • Page 16 Table of Contents Auto Power Off ................96 USB Pow(Power) Supply ............96 USB Charge ................96 Adjustments ................... 97 S-Meter ..................97 Standard Freq(Frequency) ............97 Status .................... 98 Power Status ................98 Device Infor(Information)............99 9. PC Connection ................100 10.
  • Page 17: Functions And Features

    (Audio signal is monaural.) ■ Alinco’s first IP67 dustproof and waterproof receiver, and in addition to the supplied li-ion battery, it can also be used with an optional dry cell battery case (3 AA dry cell batteries) or a commercially available portable battery (charger, power bank, external battery) for prolonged field reception.
  • Page 18: Before Use

    Before use Check accessories The following items are included with DJ-X100T/E. Please check them before use. DJ-X100(FCC: T/ CE: E)  Li-ion battery pack (EBP-114A) USB adapter EDC347 (For T) EDC348 (For E) USB cable (EDS-39) Whip antenna (EA-295)  Belt Clip (EBC-65) 2 screws included (Installed) Instruction manual...
  • Page 19: Belt Clip Ebc-65 (Belt Clip X1, Screws X2Pcs)

    Before use „ Belt clip EBC-65 (Belt clip x1, Screws x2pcs) The belt clip is packaged with the product attached. To remove the belt clip, use a screwdriver to unscrew it counterclockwise. *Check for any loosening of screws regularly. The belt Belt Clip clip is a consumable item.
  • Page 20: Remove Battery Pack

    Before use z Remove Battery Pack Slide the lock lever at the bottom of the battery pack in the direction of arrow (1) and remove the battery pack (2). NOTE NOTE: Be careful not to damage your fingers or nails when sliding the battery pack.
  • Page 21: Prevent Short Circuiting From The Battery Pack

    Before use „ Prevent Short Circuiting from the Battery Pack Be extra cautious when carrying the rechargeable battery pack; short circuiting will produce surge current possibly resulting in fire. Even with 1.5V AA batteries, temperatures can rise to over 90°C in just a few minutes, so it's essential to exercise caution.
  • Page 22: How To Recharge Li-Ion Battery Pack

    • When you purchase the battery pack or if it has not been used for a long time, please fully charge it before use. • When using charging optional stand and AC adapter, please use the genuine ALINCO products. Connecting unspecified products may cause accidents or fires.
  • Page 23: Usb Adapter

    Before use z USB adapter 1. See P.19 to install the battery pack. 2. Open the receiver’s USB port cap. 3. Connect the Type-C end of the USB cable to the receiver. 4. Connect the Type-A end of the USB cable to the supplied USB adapter.
  • Page 24: Optional Accessory: Edc-325

    Before use z Optional accessory: EDC-325 If use optional accessory EDC-325B, it can finish re-charging battery from empty to full about in 3.5 hours. 1. Connect charger stand (EDC-325T) to AC adapter (EDC-330) 2. Insert AC adapter to outlet, and put radio to charger stand.
  • Page 25: Battery Icon

    Before use „ Battery Icon The battery icon displayed on the device's screen indicates the remaining battery level. When the battery icon is empty, please charge the battery pack or replace it with new dry batteries. z Battery Ievel Indicate battery capacity in 5 stage. The battery leve is enough.
  • Page 26: Getting Acquainted

    GETTING ACQUAINTED In this manual, “press, short press” refers to pressing the key firmly for a short time and then immediately releasing your finger. “Long press, press for * seconds” refers to continuing to press the key until the described state is reached. If press the key incorrectly, it may perform a different action.
  • Page 27: Side

    GETTING ACQUAINTED Side ⑪ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑫ Name Function [MONI] key Press to open the squelch to ease hearing the receiving sound. ⑧ ([SQL] key) [FUNC] key Use this key in combination with another key to operate the unit. ⑨...
  • Page 28 GETTING ACQUAINTED ICON Function ① Display the operation mode. Lights up when [FUNC] key is pressed shortly. It will disappear ② after 5 seconds if no operation by default. (P.95) Appears when using the GPS receiver. (P.93) [GPS] lights up: When the GPS is capturing the location information [GPS] blinks: When the GPS cannot capture the location information...
  • Page 29: Key Operation

    GETTING ACQUAINTED ICON Function Display the settings of the shift and attenuator, etc., and information on the received signal. ⑲ Display various info regarding Shift direction, attenuator and codes used in Japanese DCR digital voice signals. „ Key operation Long press Operation after Short press (1 second)
  • Page 30 GETTING ACQUAINTED Long press Operation after Short press (1 second) pressing [FUNC] key FUNC FUNC ON/OFF Key Lock Manual backlight on/off LOCK FUNC icon appears to (Only when setting is show it is in FUNCTION enabled) status. ― Power ON/OFF ―...
  • Page 31: Basic Operations

    Hold down [POWER] key about 1 second to turn on the power. Perform the same operation to turn the power off. The ALINCO Logo, Model Name, Firmware Number, and “Battery Voltage” or “USB” will be displayed before booting. Release your finger when this is displayed.
  • Page 32: Adjusting The Volume

    BASIC OPERATIONS Example 1: Entering 123.000 MHz Press [1][2][3] keys, and then press [SET] key Example 2: Entering 123.45 MHz Press [1][2][3] [SKIP(.)] [4][5] keys, and then press [SET] key Example 3: Entering 123.456789 MHz Press [1][2][3] [SKIP (.)] [4][5][6][7][8][9] keys, and then press [SET] key REFERENCE There is no function to round the entered values in the set step.
  • Page 33: Squelch Level And S-Meter

    BASIC OPERATIONS How to Set Up: 1. Press [SET] key in standby mode 2. SETTING and the menu will be displayed. Turn [Dial] to select [Operations]. 3. Press [SET] key again and turn [Dial] to select “FUNC Hold Time.” 4. Press [SET] key again, turn [Dial] to select the desired value, and then press [SET] key to confirm.
  • Page 34: About [Busy] Icons

    BASIC OPERATIONS z About [BUSY] icons There are two types of icons that light up when the squelch is open or when a signal is received: whitewashing and outlined. In analog modes, when a signal is received, the whitewashing will light up. When squelch opens, but because CTCSS/DCS tone etc.
  • Page 35: Analog

    12kIF(N): Output of received signal at 12 kHz IF (bandwidth 6 kHz) * These 12 kHz IF (intermediate frequency) outputs are adopted as it is sometimes used in third-party receiver software. It is not used for normal reception or with Alinco’s reception software.
  • Page 36: Operation Mode

    OPERATION MODE The DJ-X100 has five operation modes: VFO Mode, VFO Scan Mode, Memory Mode, Memory Scan Mode, and FM Radio Mode. VFO Mode This selects the frequency by turning the dial or using the numeric keys. The frequency of the set frequency step moves one step with one click of the Dial.
  • Page 37: Switch The Operation Mode

    DJ-X100 does not have the “AUTO Step/Mode” functions often employed in communications receivers. This product is designed for commercial use. Frequency allocations and band plans vary depending on local radio laws and administrations. Alinco doesn’t provide informations regarding frequency allocations and band plans.
  • Page 38: 1Mhz Up/Down

    OPERATION MODE The selectable steps are as follows (k=kHz): 1k/3.125k/5k/6.25k/8.33k/10k/12.5k/15k/20k/25k/30k/50k/100k/125k/200k 1. Press [STEP] key on the reception screen. 2. When the list of frequency steps is displayed, turn [Dial] to select a value. 3. Press [SET] or [STEP] key to confirm and return to the reception screen.
  • Page 39: Vfo Scan Mode

    OPERATION MODE „ VFO Scan Mode This method automatically switches frequencies in VFO Mode for reception. [MODE], [STEP], [V/M], [SCAN], and [SET] keys can be used while scanning. REFERENCE Read this section first, as although Memory Scans are described below in the “Memory Mode” section, there are many operations in common.
  • Page 40: Common Scan Operations

    OPERATION MODE z Common Scan Operations • Turn [Dial] clockwise while scanning to change the scan direction to ascending order and counterclockwise to change it to descending order. • Press [MONI] key and monitor while scanning to pause the scan, and release [MONI] key to resume it.
  • Page 41: Program Scan

    OPERATION MODE REFERENCE • Operations when the band edge or a range without reception is designated Example 1: If 2 MHz is designated at 469.000 MHz, it will return to 470.000 MHz and scan between 469 and 470 MHz Example 2: If 5 MHz is designated at 74.000 MHz, it will scan between 74 and 76, skipping FM radio band z Program Scan This sets the upper and lower limits of the scan...
  • Page 42 OPERATION MODE Important Important When [MONI] key is pressed too many times while in operation, it will return to the program channel selection screen (PROG screen); as a result, all operations performed will be lost and will have to be redone. For efficiency, it is recommended to turn [Dial], select “Write” in the last menu by pressing [SET] key, turn [dial] on the “Do you wish to write?”...
  • Page 43: Link Scan

    OPERATION MODE 4. Select “Yes” for “Write” to save the edits and return to the PROG screen. 5. Press [SET] key and select “Yes” for “Delete” on the delete screen, and then confirm with [SET] key to delete and initialize the data for that channel. REFERENCE Data can be partially edited, and the changes can be saved.
  • Page 44 OPERATION MODE [Deleting Link Scans] Delete some of the linked Program Scans. 1. Move to the scan type selection screen using the same operations as described in “Registering Linked Scans” above, turn [Dial] to select [Link Scan], and then press [SET] or [SCAN] key.
  • Page 45: Priority Scan

    OPERATION MODE z Priority Scan While receiving or scanning, the receiver can receive a pre-registered priority channel for 0.5 seconds every 5 seconds to check for the presence of a signal. This runs in VFO Mode, Memory Mode, or while scanning. This item will not be displayed on the scan type selection screen unless the priority channel for memory channel 000 is edited and pre-registered.
  • Page 46: Skip

    OPERATION MODE REFERENCE The DJ-X100 editing software (utility software) makes these settings easy to perform on the computer. „ Skip Use this function when you do not wish to stop a frequency for the next scan that had stopped during a scan. •...
  • Page 47: Fm Radio Mode

    OPERATION MODE [Canceling Skip] 1. Press [FUNC] key to light up <FUNC> on the display. 2. Press [SKIP] key to display the skip channel edit screen. 3. Turn [Dial] to select “Skip Clear” or “Time Skip Clear,” and then press [SKIP] or [SET] key. 4.
  • Page 48 OPERATION MODE 4. When receiving communications or scanning while listening to FM radio, press [MODE], [STEP], [V/M], or [SCAN] key briefly during FM radio reception, or enter a frequency outside of FM broadcasting with the numeric keys. It can be determined whether FM Radio Mode is ON by whether the radio icon is displayed. FM Radio Mode operations, such as lowering or muting the broadcast volume when communications are received, can be designated in “Radio Volume Reduction”...
  • Page 49: Memory Mode

    MEMORY MODE This is a Receive Mode in which frequently used frequencies and settings are pre-registered to memory channels and recalled for use. The locations where frequencies are divided into categories for ease of use are called “banks,” and the registered frequencies are called “memory channels.”...
  • Page 50 MEMORY MODE • Offset step • Longitude and latitude • Bank • Memory name * Press [V/M] key to switch to VFO Mode. 1. Press [FUNC] key to light up <FUNC> on the display, and then press [V/M] key to display the memory channel registration screen “WRITE.”...
  • Page 51 MEMORY MODE 5. Steps (1) Turn [Dial] to select “Step,” and then press [SET] key. (2) When the list of steps is displayed, turn [Dial] to select a value, and then press [SET] key to confirm the selection and return to the memory channel registration screen. REFERENCE There is no function directly related to this set step value for memory channel reception.
  • Page 52 MEMORY MODE [Analog (FM/NFM)] • Squelch types (CTCSS, DCS) They are Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System or Digital Coded Squelch, and a low frequency audio tone or a code is added to the voice signal. Where there are different users on the same radio frequency, CTCSS/DCS system mutes those users who are using a different tone or DCS code.
  • Page 53 MEMORY MODE • Attenuator When there is a strong signal nearby suppressing or otherwise making it difficult to receive the intended signal, this function reduces the effect of the strong signal and facilitates reception by actually reducing the reception sensitivity. The initial value is OFF, and it can be selected between either 10dB or 20dB The attenuation becomes greater at 20dB.
  • Page 54 MEMORY MODE [Setting the Longitude] Turn [Dial] to select “Longitude,” and then press [SET] key. Enter the longitude using the numeric keys, and then confirm to return to the edit screen. Enter the longitude in is the same way as with the latitude. Press [MODE] key to switch between E (east longitude) and W (west longitude).
  • Page 55: Deleting Memory Channels

    MEMORY MODE [Changing Bank Names] For example, when registering the air band frequencies of Los Angeles Airport and Heathrow Airport in Bank A and Bank B, respectively, the banks can be named as “LAX” and “LHR” (1) Turn [Dial] on the bank selection screen to select “Change Bank Name,” and then press [SET] key.
  • Page 56: Operating Memory Mode

    MEMORY MODE „ Operating Memory Mode This operation cannot be performed unless the memory channel has been registered for the mode to be used. For example, if a memory channel containing position information has not been registered, even if you select GPS Memory Mode, an alert message will be displayed stating that there is no position information.
  • Page 57: Gps Memory

    MEMORY MODE 1. Select “Bank Link” with [Dial] on the Memory Mode type selection screen, and then press [SET] key to display the “Bank Link + Number” setting screen. 2. Turn [Dial] to select the bank link number you wish to edit, and then press [SET] key. 3.
  • Page 58 MEMORY MODE Important Important All GPS-related functions will run only when: • The lat/long coordination is properly set in advance to FIX Location Information • the receiver is receiving enough sattelite signals to identify its current location. 1. Select “GPS Memory” with [Dial] on the Memory Mode type selection screen, and then press [V/M] or [SET] key.
  • Page 59: Memory Name

    MEMORY MODE „ Memory Name Memory channels registered in Memory Mode can be given names of up to 28 characters, including numbers, alphabetical letters, and symbols. Registering a name with a call sign or broadcast station name makes it easier to find the memory channel.
  • Page 60: List Of Entry Characters

    (Initial value is uppercase.) When full-width katakana or full-width hiragana are input, press [STEP] key to select the kanji for that character. JIS-1 and JIS-2 characters are available. See Japanese instruction manual at www.alinco.co.jp HP for details. Available characters • Half-width symbols •...
  • Page 61: Enterable Characters

    Enterable Characters Japanese characters are omitted from the list below. DJ-X100T/E supports JIS1/JIS2 Standard Kanji. • Half-width symbols Space ! ” # $ % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @[ \ ] ^ _ ` { | } ~ For supported Kanji characters, please refer to the PDF copy of Japanese DJ-X100 instruction manual available from alinco.co.jp site.
  • Page 62: Memory Scan

    MEMORY MODE „ Memory Scan Scans will not run unless the memory channels are pre-registered. As explained in the memory channel section, GPS Memory Scans require GPS reception or the registration of FIX position information. There are six types of memory scans: •...
  • Page 63: Gps Memory Scan

    MEMORY MODE REFERENCE Bank links can also be registered from the scan type selection screen. The operations are the same as explained on P.56, except that [V/M] key changes to [SCAN] key. 1. Hold down [SCAN] key, select “Bank Link Scan” with [Dial] on the scan type selection screen, and then press [SET] key to display “Bank Link + Number”...
  • Page 64: Priority Scan And Shift Scan

    MEMORY MODE 1. Hold down [SCAN] key in Memory Mode to display the scan type selection screen. 2. Turn [Dial] to select “GPS Memory Scan,” and then press [SET] or [SCAN] key. 3. Turn [Dial] on the GPS Memory Scan setting screen to select “Search Range,”...
  • Page 65: Functions

    Functions Communication Settings (CONFIG) The contents of the “Communication Settings” previously explained in Memory Mode can be easily changed. Operating in Memory Mode temporarily rewrites the communication settings for that channel. With the settings for such selective reception methods as tone squelch and user code, and their tones, frequency shifts, attenuators, etc., the menu displayed will vary depending on it being analog, digital, or data.
  • Page 66: Analog

    Functions Set value: 0 to ± 99MHz Initial value: 0 Press [MODE] key to toggle between plus and minus. [Attenuator] This function reduces the reception sensitivity to make the desired signal easier to hear by reducing disturbances when the reception is affected by a station with a strong signal on a nearby channel (suppression), or in case like FM broadcasting is heard in an Aeronautical Radio band (intermodulation).
  • Page 67 Functions [CTCSS Tone] This is a decoder setting. The squelch will open when a signal superimposed with the same tone frequency as the set value is received. The tone squelch is known as PL (Private Line) of Motorola radios. The receiver supports 50 tones. Set value: 67.0 69.3...
  • Page 68: Digital

    Functions „ Digital z DCR, NXDN [Sequence Code(SC)] (Not compatible with DJ-X100T) Set value: 001 to 511 / AUTO Initial value: 228 REFERENCE Press [MODE] key on the code selection screen for AUTO, or press [STEP] key to return the changed value to the initial value.
  • Page 69: Dpmr

    Functions [Color Code] This is similar to DCR/UC or NXDN/RAN, and OFF receives all signals. Set value: OFF / 00 to 15 Initial value: OFF [Group Code] This function is similar to the group call function of DCR/NXDN. When it is set to all stations, it will receive all signals.
  • Page 70: F-Count (Frequency Counter)

    Functions F-COUNT (Frequency Counter) 1. Press [FUNC] key to light up <FUNC> on the display. 2. Press [SET] key to shift to the F-COUNT Mode. Only the dot and MHz will be displayed as it searches for a strong signal. 3.
  • Page 71: Quick Recall

    Functions Quick Recall The reception status itself, including not only the frequency but also the display, memory channels, and Set Mode items can be easily recalled by holding down the numeric keys. Numeric keys 1 to 9 can be registered. As the receiver is used to minutely switch between such display screens as position and GPS along with the Receive Modes, steps, etc., this is a convenient function that enables recalling with a touch when frequently used statuses or Set Mode items have been registered.
  • Page 72 Functions Status Main items that can be registered VFO Mode Frequency, Receive Mode, Frequency step, Offset step, Communication settings, Display Mode VFO Scan Mode Scan type selection screen, Program Scan selection screen, Link Scan selection screen During an All Scan Scan start frequency, Receive Mode, Frequency step, Offset step, Communication settings, Display Mode During an MHz Scan...
  • Page 73: Useful Functions

    Useful Functions Key Lock This function prevents the unintentional operation of keys and dials when in use or carrying. Hold down [FUNC] key to lock. While locked, the <key> icon lights up to the left of the battery icon. Hold down [FUNC] key again to cancel.
  • Page 74: Gps Display

    Useful Functions GPS Display The GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) is the collective name for satellite positioning systems, such as GPS in the United States, Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) in Japan, and Galileo in the European Union. The following functions will not run in environments that are unreceptive to positioning satellites, or when the “Position System Setting”...
  • Page 75 Useful Functions Explanation Name Function GPS lit up: The GPS function is activated when GPS signals are received. ① GPS blinking: It is unable to receive a GPS signal in this status; the receiver’s GPS function will not run. ② Receiving Frequency of the receiver ③...
  • Page 76: Satellite Display

    Useful Functions REFERENCE • Though the GPS icon normally changes to being lit up in tens of seconds, it may take several minutes depending on the operating environment. • Depending on the surrounding environment of the location or the building of use, it may not be able to receive signals from GPS satellites.
  • Page 77: Position Display

    Useful Functions Position Display When a signal that is decodable by the receiver is received in communications containing position information, the current position obtained by the receiver’s GPS or the manually entered FIX info will be analyzed and its positional relationship will be displayed. These communications are easily received by AIS (Automatic Identification System).
  • Page 78: Examples Of Display (Position Display)

    Useful Functions REFERENCE Icons such as for moving objects are not displayed under the following conditions, except when there is no signal received. • The GPS icon or FIX icon is blinking (no position information) • The position system setting is set to be OFF •...
  • Page 79: Receiving Messages

    Useful Functions Distance of one side of the grid (frame displaying dotted line) Initial value is 5 km; can be changed to 10 m/20 m/50 m/100 m/ ⑥ 200 m/500 m/1 km/2 km/5 km/10 km/20 km/50 km/100 km/200 km/ 500 km (press numeric key 3 to go down, press 9 to go up). Operation Guide for Numeric Keypad (For details, read the next section on keyboard operations during ⑦...
  • Page 80: Message Log

    Useful Functions REFERENCE The character display function can be set to not be used in Set Mode. If messages that were being received are no longer being displayed, check if the “Message Display Time” item (P.91) is set to “Do not display.” NOTE NOTE: Depending on the type of radio wave, messages may not be received.
  • Page 81: Set Mode

    Set Mode Make the unit easier to use by changing various functions to suit your needs. In Set mode, the following items can be customised. White text indicates the Initial value. Set mode list [Setting] [Display Mode] ……………………… Basic Display / Position Display / GPS Display [Antenna] ……………………………...
  • Page 82 Set Mode [Display] [BL Timer] …………………… Always/ 1 Second/ 2 Seconds/ 3 Seconds/ 5 Seconds/ 10 Seconds / 20 Seconds/ 30 Seconds/ 60 Seconds/ 90 Seconds/ 120 Seconds/ 180 Seconds [BL On Bright] ……………… 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / [BL Off Bright] ………………...
  • Page 83: How To Set Setting Mode

    Set Mode [Operatioon] [MONI Settings] …………… Alternate / Momentary [Dial acceratatoin.] ………… / ON [Dial] ………………………… Selector / Volume/Squelch [Ring] ………………………… Selector / Volume / Squelch [Vol/Sql Swap] ……………… / ON [Dial Vol(Lock)] ……………… / ON [QR (Lock)] ………………… OFF / [Key Lock Range] ……………...
  • Page 84: Antenna

    Set Mode „ Antenna Switches between the earphone antenna and the external antenna(SMA port). When earphones are selected, the earphone cord becomes a simple antenna, allowing signals to be received without antenna connected to SMA port. Please use 3.5Φ stereo earphones for antenna purposes.
  • Page 85: Release Timer

    Set Mode z Release Timer Set the amount of time to wait before resuming scanning when there are no more received signals after scanning has stopped. OFF will not resume until the dialing operations are performed. Selection items: OFF/1 sec./2 sec./3 sec./5 sec./10 sec./20 sec./30 sec./60 sec./90 sec./ 120 sec./180 sec.
  • Page 86: Mhz Scan Width

    Set Mode z MHz Scan Width Set the MHz Scan range. Selection items: 0.25/0.5/1.0/1.5/2.0/3.0/5.0MHz Initial value: 1.0 MHz z Freq(Frequency) Shift Scan Allow the choice of whether or not the shifted side of the frequency set in the shift frequency during a VFO Scan or Memory Scan is also subject to the scan. OFF: It is not subject to the scan.
  • Page 87: Skip

    Set Mode „ Skip z Program Link Allow the choice of whether or not to use the individual Program Scan skip designation for a Program Link Scan. Individual: Skips are newly designated and used exclusively for Program Link Scans. Skips designated at this time are not reflected in individual Program Scans. Common: The skip designated for each Program Scan is also used for linking.
  • Page 88: Removal Setting

    Set Mode Mute: This sets the FM radio volume to zero (mute). Selection items: OFF/Low/Medium/High/Mute Initial value: OFF z Removal Setting This function prevents the speaker from emitting sound when the earphones are unplugged. This prevents such mishaps as unplugging the earphones by mistake in public spaces and having the received audio become audible.
  • Page 89: Display

    Set Mode „ Display z BL(Backlight) Timer The LCD screen automatically dims slightly after a certain amount of time without operation. This designates the amount of time without operation unit the LCD and keyboard backlight dims. Selection items: Always/1 sec./2 sec./3 sec./5 sec./10 sec./20 sec./30 sec./60 sec./90 sec./ 120 sec.
  • Page 90: Bl(Backlight) Range

    Set Mode z BL(Backlight) Range This allows for the choice of the range in which the backlight is lit up. All: This turns on both the LCD screen and the keyboard backlight. Screen only: This turns on the LCD screen backlight only. Selection items: All/Screen Only Initial value: All z BL(Backlight) Trigger...
  • Page 91: Message Display

    Set Mode Busy linked: The BUSY icon and S-meter will be displayed when there is an RF signal that has been determined to not be noise. Press [MONI] key to open the squelch, and the BUSY icon and S-meter will blink. In either case, when the squelch is 0, “BUSY”...
  • Page 92 Set Mode User Setting The letters and graphics can be set from a combination of RGB (The three primary colors of Red, Green, and Blue). Select “Settings” for the User Setting, and then press [SET] key to display the “Red,” “Green,” and “Blue”...
  • Page 93: Position/Distance

    Set Mode „ Position/Distance z Position System This is the reference setting for the longitude and latitude used for the distance and position display. OFF: This does not use position-related functions. The entered FIX position information is also not used. GPS: This turns on GPS and uses the position information received from satellites.
  • Page 94: Time Zone

    Set Mode z Time zone The time information of GPS receiver can be displayed to suit your local time. UTC is coordinated Universal Time, Please care about the daylight time (summer time) that requires manual correction. Selection Items: 0~±12 (E.g. UTC New York is -5, Paris +1, Tokyo +9 and Sydney +11) Initial value: 0 (UTC) * Apologize for not being compatible to time zones of 15/30/45min.
  • Page 95: Dial Vol(Volume) (Lock)

    Set Mode z Dial Vol(Volume) (Lock) This function allows a selector that is no longer used after key lock to be used instead of the volume control volume only while locked. OFF: This keeps the selector locked. ON: The volume is operated by the selector. Selection items: OFF/ON Initial value: OFF z QR(Quick Recall) (Lock)
  • Page 96: Auto Power Off

    Set Mode NOTE NOTE: • When BS is turned on, BAT SAVE will be displayed on the device information screen. (P.99) • The initial value of the receiver for BS is OFF as it may result in poor data decoding rates or failure to demodulate digital audio.
  • Page 97: Adjustments

    Set Mode Important Important When the receiver can not start up due to misoperation of USB supply/charge parameters, Plug in the USB cable to supply DC current to the receiver while pressing and holding <FUNC> and <SCAN> keys together. „ Adjustments z S-Meter The lit up segments of the S-meter can be changed based on the number of segments when the set value is 0.
  • Page 98: Status

    Set Mode „ Status This displays the status and information of the receiver on the LCD. z Power Status A screen will be displayed for checking the power supply status. It is divided into left and right. Current Route The left side of the screen shows the power supply information in use.
  • Page 99: Device Infor(Information)

    Set Mode When the batteries are removed, an X will be displayed in the voltage graph, and -.-V will be displayed for BAT. z Device Infor(Information) Turn off the power, and then turn it on while holding down [MONI] key to display the software version, memory usage, settings, etc.
  • Page 100: Pc Connection

    Note that there is the possibility that a newly provided OS may not be compatible. Although Alinco Incorporated owns the copyright on the software, it is free to use as long as it is not used for commercial purposes.
  • Page 101: Reset

    1 Turn off the unit. 2 Turn the unit on while pressing [FUNC] key. 3 Release the key when the “ALINCO DJ-X100” startup screen appears. 4 The RESET screen shown in the illustration will be displayed, so use [Dial] to select “Yes”...
  • Page 102: Reset(All)

    1 Turn off the unit. 2 Turn on the unit while pressing [FUNC] and [MONI] keys together. 3 Release the keys when the “ALINCO DJ-X100” startup screen appears. 4 The RESET screen shown in the illustration will be displayed. Use [Dial] to select “Yes” and press [SET] key to initialize and start up.
  • Page 103: Option List

    Option List • Charging stand set (EDC-325T): A set of a quick charging stand and an AC adapter. • Soft case (ESC-65): Can be used with the belt clip attached. • Battery case (EDH-46): Uses three AA alkaline batteries. About the EDH-46 battery case •...
  • Page 104: Maintenance

    Maintenance Trouble Shooting Guide The following symptoms may not be a malfunction. Please try the procedure described in “Troubleshooting.” If the problem persists after trying the procedure, try “partial reset” on P.101. Problem Cause Corrective Action When I turn it on, nothing The battery is having a poor Clean the battery and the battery shows on the display.
  • Page 105: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Receive frequency range 30MHz ~ 470MHz Receive 76.000000 ~ 108.000000MHz (WFM Only) frequency range Frequency step 1/3.125/5/6.25/8.33/10/12.5/15/20/25/30/50/100/125/ 200kHz Receiving mode Analog: FM/NFM/AM/NAM/WFM Digital: DCR/DMR/NXDN/dPMR/D-STAR/C4FM(DN) Data: AIS/ACARS/12kIF(W)/12kIF(N) Operating Li-ion battery 3.6V (EBP-114A, 3120mAh) voltage Dry cell battery (optional parts) External power supply (USB Type-C) 5V Current Standby: Approx.
  • Page 106 Technical Specifications Receiving [FM/AM/Digital/Data] Triple Super Heterodyne Conversion 1st IF : 243.95MHz. 2nd IF: 50.85MHz 3rd IF 450kHz [WFM] Direct Conversion Sensitivity: FM / NFM: ≦ -10dBμV (12dB SINAD) AM / NAM: ≦2dBμV (10dB S/N) ≦ -10dBμV (BER 1%) T98: ≦...
  • Page 107 [MEMO]...
  • Page 108 DJ-X100T DJ-X100E Manufacturer: ALINCO, INC. Yodoyabashi Dai-bldg 13F 4-4-9 Koraibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0043 Japan Phone: +81-6-7636-2362 Fax: +81-6-6208-3802 http://www.alinco.com E-mail:export@alinco.co.jp Copyright Alinco,Inc. PS1141 FNFH-EF...

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