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- Page 1 Max-555 16 channel UHF PMR446 Transceiver 446mhz User Manual...
- Page 2 PRECAUTIONS Refer service to qualified technicians only. Do not operate the transceiver or charge a battery pack in an explosive atmosphere (gases, dust, fumes, etc.). Turn OFF the transceiver while taking on fuel or while parked in a gasoline service station. Do not modify or attempt to adjust this transceiver for any reason.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Installing/Removing the Battery Pack…………………….. Installing the Belt Clip……………………………………… Installing the Cover over the Speaker / Microphone Jacks & Installing the Optional Speaker Microphone ………………. GETTING ACQUAINTED (Max--555) ……………………………… Max-555 OPERATION…………………………………….. AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS………………………………... Time\Out timer……………………………………………… Battery & battery save ……………………………………… Low Battery Warning……………………………………….. -
Page 4: Unpacking And Checking Equipment
If any items are missing or have been damaged during shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately. Supplied Accessories ITEM QUANTITY Max-555 : Battery charger (Max-10C) Li-on battery pack (Max-10) (Max-555 only) 6V (1200mAh) Speaker/ microphone jack cover Belt clip Screw set Instruction Manual Disk (1 per batch of units) -
Page 5: Unpacking And Checking The Equipment
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT Battery charger (Max-555) AC adaptor (Max-555 only) Li-ion battery pack (Max-10) (Max-555 only) Belt clip Speaker / microphone jack cover Screw set... -
Page 6: Charging The Lion Battery Pack
Charging the Li-ion Battery Pack The battery pack is not charged at the factory; charge it before use. Initially charging the battery pack after purchase or extended storage (greater than 2 months) will not bring the battery pack to its normal operating capacity. After repeating the charge/discharge cycle two or three times, the operating capacity will increase to normal. -
Page 7: Charging Information
Charging Information Plug the AC adaptor cable into the adaptor jack located on the rear of the charger. Plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet. Slide the Li-ion battery pack or transceiver with a Li-ion battery pack into the charger. Make sure the battery pack contacts are in contact with the charging terminals. -
Page 8: Installing/Removing The Battery Pack
Installing/Removing the Battery Pack The average life of the supplied MAX-10 Lion battery pack is up to 16 hours use. Average times are calculated using 5% transmit time 5% receive time, and 90% standby time. (5/5/90 cycle) CAUTION DO NOT SHORT THE BATTERY TERMINALS OR DISPOSE OF THE BATTERY BY FIRE. -
Page 9: Installing The Belt Clip
Installing the Belt Clip If necessary, buckle the belt clip to the back of the battery pack. Note: If the belt clip is not installed, its mounting location may get Warm during continuous transmission or when left sitting in a hot environment. -
Page 10: Installing The Cover Over The Speaker/ Microphone Jacks
Installing the Cover over the Speaker/ Microphone Jacks If you are not using a speaker / microphone, install the cover over the speaker Microphone jacks using the supplied 3 x 6 mm screw. Note: To keep the transceiver water resistant, you must cover the speaker/Microphone jacks with the supplied cover. -
Page 11: Getting Acquainted (Max-555)
GETTING ACQUAINTED (Max-555) Antenna LED indicator lights red while transmitting. Lights green while receiving a signal. Flashes red when the battery voltage is low while transmitting. Speaker Microphone Channel selector rotates to select channels 1-16. Power switch/ volume control Turn clockwise to switch ON the transceiver. To switch OFF the transceiver, turn counter- ,clockwise until a click sounds. -
Page 12: Max-555 Operation
Max-555 OPERATION Switch ON the transceiver by turning the Power switch / Volume control clockwise. A beep sounds Adjust the volume by pressing and holding the Monitor key, then rotating the Power switch / Volume control. Rotate the Channel selector to select your desired channel. -
Page 13: Auxiliary Functions
AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS Time-out Timer The purpose of the Time-out Timer is to prevent any single person from using a channel for an extended period of time. If you continuously transmit for 300 seconds, the transceiver will stop transmitting and a tone will sound. To stop the tone, release the PTT switch. -
Page 14: Monitor
Monitor When no signals are present, the squelch on the transceiver automatically mutes the speaker so you will not hear background noise. To manually deactivate the squelch, press and hold the Monitor key. This is useful when you want to adjust the volume level, or when you need to hear a weak signal. -
Page 15: Optional Accessories
Speaker/ Microphone (Light Duty) MAX-8: Spring-action Belt Clip In addition to these Max-555 works with the Maximon Max range of accessories featured in our brochure and at www.maximonsolutions.com This gives your transceiver a wide variety of accessories and will enable... -
Page 16: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM SOLUTION No power : The battery pack may be dead. Recharge or replace the battery pack. The battery pack may not be installed correctly. Remove the battery pack and install it again. Battery power dies shortly after charging : The battery pack life is finished. -
Page 17: Frequency Chart
FREQUENCY CHART Model Name: MAX-555 Channel Transmit & Receive Frequency QT/DQT 446.00625 DCS 023 446.01875 DCS 025 446.03125 DCS 031 446.04375 DCS 043 446.05625 DCS 047 446.06875 DCS 053 446.08125 DCS 065 446.09375 DCS 071 446.00625 DCS 073 446.01875 DCS 122 446.03125... - Page 18 DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites. We hope your Max-555 Transceivers will provide years of trouble free operation! The Maximon Team...