Alinco Dr-620t/e Vhf/uhf Fm Transceiver Instruction Manual

VHF/UHF FM TRANSCEIVER
DR-620T/E
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing your new Alinco transceiver.
This instruction manual contains important safety and operating instructions. Please read this
manual carefully before using the product and keep it for future reference.
Printed in Japan
Copyright Alinco,Inc. 2002 PS0410
ALINCO,INC.
Head Office: Shin-Dai building 9th Floor
2-6, 1-Chome, Dojimahama, Kita-ku,
Osaka 530-0004, JAPAN
Phone:+81-6-4797-2136 Fax:+81-6-4797-2157
E-mail:
[email protected] 

NOTICE / Compliance Information Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,...

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Contents
Before operating the transceiver ............. 3
Attention ................................................................ 3
Introduction ............................................... 3
New and Innovative Features ................... 4
Standard Accessories .............................. 5
Initial Installation ....................................... 6
For a base station set up ....................................... 6
For a mobile station set up .................................... 7...

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Contents
Selective Communication ...................... 41
Tone-squelch (CTCSS) and DCS ........................ 41
DET setting ............................................. 42
Digital voice communication (DR-620T only) ..43
Special Functions ................................... 44
THEFT ALARM .................................................... 44
To connect, set and operate ................... 44
How the alarm operates .......................... 45
Setting alarm starting time .........................

Attention
• Do not remove the case or touch the interior components.
Tampering can cause equipment trouble.
• Do not use or keep the transceiver where it is exposed to direct sunlight, dusty
places, or near sources of heat.
• Keep the transceiver away from TVs or other equip-
ment when it interferes with reception.
• When transmitting for long periods of time at high
power, the transceiver might overheat.
• Turn the power off immediately if the transceiver
emits smoke or strange odors. Ensure the...

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New and Innovative Features
Your new radio features some of the most advanced functions and reliable engineering
available anywhere. The ALINCO design philosophy is focused on developing innova-
tive usable features, including the following:
• A large, color-selectable display panel
Very clear display of frequency, memory name etc. ensure convenient operation.
• Excellent frequency stability
By using a temperature compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO), deviation less than
+/- 2.5ppm is realized.
•...

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Standard Accessories
Carefully unpack to make sure the following items are found in the package in addition to this manual:
• Transceiver
• Mobile mounting bracket. (FM0078Z) • DC power cable with fuse holder  (UA0038)
•ACC cable (UX1290A)
• Theft Alarm stickers 2pcs. (PR0454)
• Instruction manual (this manual)
•
Warranty certificate (T version only) (PH0009A)
• EJ-50U manual & disc (with TNC version only)• Hardware kit for bracket • Microphone EMS-53 or EMS-57 (with
DTMF keypad)
Tapping screws...

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Initial Installation
Connect the microphone to the front panel of the transceiver.
Connect antenna port to a 50 ohm antenna that covers the 2 m/70 cm bands, using good quality
50 ohm coaxial cable.
Microphone
connector
Antenna
External speaker
(if used) Microphone
rear panel
For a base station set up
The Transceiver requires a 12-13.8VDC negative grounded power source.
Use a regulated power supply capable of providing continuous current of 12A or more.
Power supplies that do not meet those...

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Initial Installation
For a mobile station set up
Location
The transceiver may be installed in any position in your car, where the controls and microphone are
easily accessible and it does not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle or the performance
of the set. If your vehicle is equipped with air bags, be certain your radio will not interfere with
their deployment. If you are uncertain about where to mount the unit, contact your vehicles manu-
facturer. Please refer the next page for...