RMV25 / RMV50 RMU25 / RMU45 Owner's Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................ 3 FCC Requirements ..................................................................................... 3 SAFETY WARNING INFORMATION ............................................................. 3 CONTROLS and INDICATORS ..................................................................... 5 FRONT PANEL ..................................................................................
INTRODUCTION This Manual describes the operation for the RELM RM Series mobile radios. The RM Series is full-featured FM transceivers designed for flexible mobile and base station business communications in the VHF or UHF Land mobile frequency bands. The RM Series mobile radios can be programmed with 128 channels. The RM Series include a 16 segment, 8 character, alphanumeric display for channel display.
READ THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFE AND EFFICIENT OPERATION BEFORE USING YOUR LAND MOBILE RADIO. WARNING A List of several possible hazard is given. • Only qualified technicians are allowed to repair this product. • Typical electronic systems that may malfunction due to the lack of protection from radio frequency energy when transmitting. If the vehicle contains such equipment, consult the dealer.
CONTROLS and INDICATORS FRONT PANEL All Buttons on the Front Panel are Programmable Function (PF) Buttons, configured according to your system requirements and can be programmed by your dealer. The instructions below refer to a typically configured radio. 1 2 3 5 1. 4 6 VOL/PWR Knob Turn this control clockwise to switch the radio "on" and increase the volume. Turn it counterclockwise until a click is heard to switch the radio "off". 2.
LCD Icons and Indicators Monitor in progress Transmission power level Scan Enabled Talk-Around Enabled Key-Lock Enabled Indicate strength of radio wave Transmission in progress (follows red BUSY/TX indicator) 8-Charactor AlphaNumeric Display REAR PANEL 2 1 3 1. 4 Antenna Socket The 50-ohm coaxial feed line to the antenna must be connected here, using a TypeM (PL-259) connector. 2. 13.8V DC Input Connector The supplied DC power cable must be connected to this connector.
BASIC OPERATION Important! - Before switching on the radio the first time, verify that the power connections have been made correctly and that a proper antenna is connected to the antenna jack. Your authorized Dealer can program your radio to meet you communication and operational requirements. RECEIVING Switching Power ON Turn power on by the VOL/PWR knob. The radio will beep, and become illuminated. Press the UP/DOWN button to choose the desired operating channel.
If the Busy Channel Lockout feature has been programmed on a channel, the radio will not transmit when a carrier is present. Instead, the radio will generate a continuous lowpitched tone while the PTT switch is pressed. Release the PTT switch and wait for the channel to be clear of activity.
ADVANCED OPERATION Programmable Function Buttons The RM Series mobile radio includes eight Programmable Function (PF) Buttons (long press and short press). The PF button functions can be customized, via programming by your dealer to meet your communication requirements. Some features may require the purchase and installation of optional internal accessories. The possible PF button programming features are illustrated below, and these functions are explained on pages to follow.
EMERGENCY The RM Series mobile radios includes an "Emergency" feature, which allows you to transmit an alert tone and unit ID to notify a dispatcher or compatible monitoring station that could assist in a time of need. Press the assigned PF button to initiate an emergency call. For future details, contact your dealer. Display Invert This feature allows you to mount the transceiver from the top side or bottom side and still have the display correctly oriented.
INSTALLATION Please refer to the Service Manual or installation information. SERVICE IF you need service, contact your RELM dealer or any other RELM dealer equipped to service your radio. If you find it impractical to have service performed by your local dealer, contact RELM WIRELESS at the address below: RELM WIRELESS CORPORATION 7100 Technology Drive West Melbourne, FL 32904 Phone: ( 800 ) 422 - 6281 FAX : ( 800 ) 953 - 7986 www.RELM.
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