9-1217.fm Page 1 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Cat. No. 19-1217 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment.
19-1217.fm Page 2 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Features Your RadioShack BTX-128 CTCSS•VHF Business Band Transceiver is a portable, two-way business radio service transceiver that you can carry almost anywhere. The transceiver is compact and light, making it an ideal choice for your business needs. Your transceiver has these features: 38-Tone CTCSS (Continuous Tone Control Squelch System) — helps reduce interference from other transceivers which are operating on the same frequency and in the same area.
19-1217.fm Page 3 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM The transceiver’s preset frequencies are: • • • • • • • • • 151.625 MHz (red dot) 151.700 MHz 151.760 MHz 151.820 MHz 151.880 MHz 151.940 MHz 151.955 MHz (purple dot) 154.570 MHz (blue dot) 154.600 MHz (green dot) Note: Some manufacturers identify some business band frequencies by color. These “dot” frequencies are shown above. We recommend you record your transceiver’s serial number here. The number is on the back of the transceiver.
19-1217.fm Page 4 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM CONTENTS FCC Regulations ................................................................................. 5 FCC License Required .................................................................. 5 FCC Part 90 Rules ........................................................................ 5 Additional FCC Regulations .......................................................... 7 Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy ..........................................
19-1217.fm Page 5 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM FCC Regulations FCC License Required This transceiver is intended for use in the operation of commercial activities, educational, philanthropic, or ecclesiastical institutions, and hospitals, clinics, or medical associations. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requires you to have a license before you operate this transceiver.
19-1217.fm Page 6 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Overall, Part 90 states that: • You must have a valid license before you use the transceiver. • As licensee, you are responsible for proper operation of all transceivers operating under your license authority. • You can let unlicensed persons operate this transmitter, as long as you take precautions to prevent unauthorized transmissions.
19-1217.fm Page 7 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Your transceiver might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly. To determine whether your transceiver is causing the interference, turn off your transceiver. If the interference goes away, your transceiver is causing it.
19-1217.fm Page 8 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM • FCC Report and Order FCC 96-326 (August 1996) • American National Standards Institute (C95-1-1992) • National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP-1986) • International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNRP-1866) • CENELEC — Env. 50166-1 1995E - Human Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields Low Frequency (0 Hz to 10 KHz) — Env.
19-1217.fm Page 9 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy. Turn your radio off when on board aircraft when instructed to do so. Any use of the radio must be in accordance with airline regulations or crew instructions. WARNING ! Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Turn your radio off when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, unless it is a type especially qualified for such use (for example, FMRC Approved).
19-1217.fm Page 10 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Antennas Do not use a radio with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin, a minor burn might result. Batteries All batteries can cause property damage, injury, or burns if a conductive material such as jewelry, keys, or a beaded chain touches exposed terminals. The material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot.
19-1217.fm Page 11 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Do not disassemble your charger. If it does not work; contact your local RadioShack store. Incorrect reassembly can result in electric shock or fire. To reduce risk of injury, use the charger to charge only the type of battery recommended in this Owner’s Manual. Other types of batteries might burst, resulting in personal injury or damage.
19-1217.fm Page 12 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Preparation Installing the Battery Pack The supplied battery pack, when fully charged, provides power to your transceiver for up to 10 hours. You must install the battery pack in your transceiver, then charge it. Caution: Do not remove the plastic wrap from the battery pack. Doing so can permanently damage the battery. 2.
19-1217.fm Page 13 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM 4. Slide the battery cover back onto the transceiver, then slide both of the latches toward the front of the transceiver to lock it. To remove the battery pack, unlock the compartment and remove the cover, then turn the transceiver face down and gently tap it into your palm so the battery pack slides out. clicks to make sure power is turned off. 2.
19-1217.fm Page 14 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM When the transceiver beeps about 3 to 4 seconds after you turn it on or each time you release PUSH TO TALK, recharge the battery pack. Notes: • A nickel-cadmium battery pack lasts longer and delivers more power if you occasionally let it fully discharge. To do this, use the transceiver until it beeps when you release PUSH TO TALK.
19-1217.fm Page 15 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Using the Belt Clip Align the belt clip to the mounting rails on the back of the transceiver, then push the clip down until it clicks to lock it. Using an External Speaker/ Microphone An external speaker/microphone (not supplied) can make it easier to use the transceiver when you clip it to your belt, so you do not have to lift the transceiver to your mouth each time you transmit.
19-1217.fm Page 16 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Listening Safely Traffic Safety To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use an earphone. Do not use an earphone with your transceiver when operating a motor vehicle or riding a bicycle in or near traffic. Doing so can create a traffic hazard and could be illegal in some areas. • Set the volume to the lowest setting before you begin listening. After you begin listening, adjust the volume to a comfortable level.
19-1217.fm Page 17 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Setting Frequency Options Before you can use your transceiver, you must set your transceiver to a VHF business band frequency you have a license to use. Then you can select a preset CTCSS (Continuous Tone Control Squelch System) frequency and set your transceiver to use it.
19-1217.fm Page 18 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Selecting a Business Band Frequency 1. While holding PUSH TO TALK, turn on the transceiver. You hear “frequen-cy” and the current frequency setting (“frequency nine,” for example). 2. Choose a business band frequency from the following table. Frequency Freq (MHz) You Hear 151.625 one 151.955 two 154.570 three 154.600 four 151.700 five 151.760 six 151.820 seven 151.880 eight 151.940 nine 3.
-1217.fm Page 19 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM 3. Choose a CTCSS code from the table on Page 19, then repeatedly press PUSH TO TALK to scroll through the transceiver’s CTCSS codes. When you hear the CTCSS code you want, release PUSH TO TALK. CTCSS CTCSS 136.5 two one 141.3 two two 146.2 two three 151.4 two four 156.7 two five 162.2 two six 167.9 two seven 173.8 two eight Freq (Hz) You Hear none off 179.9 two nine 67.0 one 186.2 three zero 71.9 two 192.8 three one 74.
19-1217.fm Page 20 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Operation Note: You can only communicate with another transceiver that is set to the same CTCSS code as your transceiver. 1. Turn the volume control clockwise until it clicks to turn on the transceiver. The transceiver beeps and the transmit light on top of the transceiver flashes. 2. While pressing MONITOR, rotate the volume control to a comfortable listening level. 3. To transmit, hold down PUSH TO TALK.
19-1217.fm Page 21 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Care AND Maintenance Your RadioShack BTX-128 VHF/FM Business Band Transceiver is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your transceiver so you can enjoy it for years. • Keep the transceiver dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits. • Use and store the transceiver only in normal temperature environments.
19-1217.fm Page 22 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Specifications Frequency Range ........................................................... 150–160 MHz Channels ................................................................................................. 1 Modulation Type ............................................................................... FM Antenna Impedance ................................................................. 50 Ohm Microphone ..............................................
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19-1217.fm Page 24 Tuesday, August 3, 1999 1:18 PM Limited One-Year Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers.
