Retevis RT5 PORTABLE Two Way Radio

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Note:
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SAFETY INFORMATION

The following safety precautions shall always be observed during operation, service and repair of this equipment.

• This equipment shall be serviced by qualified technicians only.
• Do not modify the radio for any reason.
• Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn can result.
• Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with explosive and flammable materials.
• Do not charge your battery in a location with explosive and flammable materials.
• To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your radio in any area where posted notices instruct you to do so.
• Turn off your radio before boarding an aircraft. Any use of a radio must be in accordance with airline regulations or crew instructions.
• Turn off your radio before entering a blasting area.
• For vehicles with an airbag, do not place a radio in the area over an air bag or in the airbag deployment area.
• Do not expose the radio to direct sunlight over a long time, nor place it close to a heating source.
• When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a vertical position with the microphone 3 to 4 centimeters away from your lips. Keep the antenna at least 2.5 centimeters away from your body when transmitting.

WARNING: If you wear a radio on your body, ensure the radio and its antenna are at least 2.5 centimeters away from your body when transmitting.

FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

• Dual-band handheld transceiver with display function menu on the display “LCD”.
• DTMFencoded.
• Lithium-ion battery with high capacity.
• Commercial FM radio receiver (65 MHz~ l08 MHz).
• Incorporates l05 codes “DCS” and 50 privacy codes “CTCSS” programmable.
• Function “VOX” (voice operated transmission),
• Alarm function.
• Up to 128 memory channels.
• Broadband (Wide)/ Narrowband (Narrow), selectable.
• High power/ low selectable.
• Display illumination and programmable keyboard.
• Function “beep” on the keyboard.
• Dual Watch/dual reception .
• Selectable Frequency Step 2.5/5/6.25/I0/12.5/25 kHz.
• Function “OFFSET” (frequency offset for repeater access).
• Battery sa,,ing function “SAVE”.
• Timer transmission “TOT” programmable.
• Selecting the Scan Mode.
• Function Busy Channel Lock “BCLO”.
• Built-in RX CTCSS/DCS scan
• Built-in LED flashlight.
• Programmable by PC.
• Level Threshold “Squelch” adjustable from Oto 9.
• Crossband reception
• Tone end of transmission
• Built-in key lock

UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT

Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you identify the items listed in the following before discarding the packing material. If any items arc missing or have been damaged during shipment, please contact your dealers immediately.

Note:
Items included in the package may differ from those listed in the table above depending on the country of purchase. For more information, consult your dealer or vendor.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Note
Consult the dealer or retailer for information about options available.

INSTALLATION OF ACCESSORIES

INSTALLING THE ANTENNA
Install the antenna as shown in the figure below and turn it clockwise until it stops.

Note:

• When installing the antenna, don’t rotate it by its top, hold it by its base and turn.
• If you use an external antenna, make sure the ‘S\VR’ is about 1.5:1 or less, to avoid damage to the transceiver’s final transiston.
• Do not hold the antenna with your hand or wrap the outside of it to avoid bad operation of the transceiver.
• Never transmit without an antenna.

INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP
If necessary, install the belt clip at the rear of the battery compartment cover as shown in the figure below.

Note:
Do not use any kind of glue to fix the screw on the belt clip. The solvents Glue may damage the battery casing.

MICRO-HEADSET INSTALLATION OF EXTERNAL
Plug the external micro-headset connector into the jack of ‘SP. & MIC’ of the transceiver as shown in the figure below.

BATTERY INSTALLATION

• When attaching the battery, make sure the battery is in parallel and in Q good contact with the aluminum chassis. The battery bottom is about I to fr2 centimeters below the bottom of the radio’s body.
• align the battery with the guide rails on the aluminum chassis and slide it upwards until a ‘click’ is heard.
• The battery latch at the bottom locks the battery.
• Slide down the battery for about I to 2 centimeters, and then remove the 1 battery from the radio’s body.

bATTERY CHARGING

Use only the charger specified by the manufacturer. The charger’s LED indicates the charging progress.

Please follow these steps:

1. Plug the power cord into the adapter.
2. Plug the AC connector of the adapter into the AC outlet socket.
3. Plug the DC connector of the adapter into the DC socket oa the back of the charger.
4. Place the radio with the battery attached, or the battery alone, in the charger.
5. Make sure the battery is in good contact with the charging terminals. The charging process initiates when the red LED lights.
6. The green LED lights about 4 hours later indicate the battery is fully charged. Then remove the radio with the battery attached or the battery alone from the charger.

BATTERY INFORMATION

INITIAL USE
New batteries are shipped uncharged fully from the factory. Charge a new battery for 5 hours before initial use. The maximum battery capacity and performance Are achieved after three full charge/discharge cycles. If you notice the battery power runs low, please recharge the battery.
WARNING:

• To reduce the risk of injury, charge only the battery specified by the manufacturer. Other batteries may burst., causing bodily injury and property damage.
• to avoid risk of personal injury, do not dispose of batteries in a fire!
• Dispose of batteries according to local regulations (e.g. recycling). Do not dispose of as household waste.
• never attempt to disassemble the battery.

BATTERY TIPS

1. When charging your battery, keep it at a temperature of s• – 40*. The temperature out of the limit may cause battery leakage or damage.
2. When charging a battery attached to a radio, turn the radio off to ensure a full charge.
3. Do not cut off the power supply or remove the battery when charging a battery.
4. Never charge a battery that is wet. Please dry it with a soft cloth prior to charge.
5. The battery will eventually wear out. When the operating time (talk-time and standby time) is noticeably shorter than normal performance, it is time to buy a new battery.

PROLONG BATTERY LIFE:

1. Battery performance will be greatly decreased at a temperature below o•. A spare battery is necessary in cold weather. The cold battery unable to work in this situation may work under room temperature, so keep it for later use.
2. The dust on the battery contact may cause the battery cannot work or charge. Please use a clean dry cloth to wipe it before attaching the battery to the radio.

BATTERY STORAGE

1. Fully charge a battery before you store it for a Jong time, to avoid battery damage due to over-discharge.
2. Recharge a battery after several months’ storage (Li-Ion batteries: 6 months), to avoid battery capacity reduction due to over-discharge.
3. Store your battery in a cool aod dry place under room temperature, to reduce self-discharge.

PARTS, CONTROLS, AND KEYS

RADIO OVERVIEW

1. antenna
2. flashlight
3. knob (ON/OFF,volumc)
4. LCD
5. SK-side keyl/CALL(radio,alarm)
6. SK-side key2/MONJ(flasbllght.,monitor)
7. PTT key(push-to-talk)
8. VFO/MR (frequency mode/channel mode)
9. LED indicator
10. strap buckle
11. accessory jack
12. A/B kcy(frequcncy display switches)
13. BAND key(band switches)
14. keypad
15. SP.&MIC.
16. Battery pack
17. battery contacts
18. Battery remove button

COMMAND/KEY DEFINITION

• [PTTJ(PUSH-TO-TALK):
  Press and hold down the [P’ITJ button to transmit; release it to receive.
• SK-SIDE KEYI/CALL:
  • Press the (CALL) button,to activate the FM Radio;Press it again to deactivate the FM Radio.
  • Press and hold on the (CALL)button,to activate the alarm function; Press and bold it again,to deactivate the alarm function.
• SK-SIDE KEY2/MONI
  • Press the [MONI] button,to turn on the flashlight;Press it again to turn off.Press and hold on the (MON[] button,to monitor the signal.
• [VFO/MR]BUTTON:
  • Press the (VFO/MR) button,to switch the frequency mode and channel mode.
• [A/B]BUTION:
  • Press the (A/B) button,to switch frequency display.
• [BAND]BUTION:
  • Press the band button,to switch band dhpaly.
  • While FM radio being activated,press the [BAND)button to switch the band of FM radio(band 6S-7SMHvi6- 108MHz).
• {*SCAN}KEY:
  • Press the [*SCAN) key to activate the Reverse function,it will exchange a separate reception and transmission frequency,
  • Press the (*SCAN] key for 2 seconds to start seanning(frequency/channel).
  • While FM radio is activated, press the l*SCAN] key to search FM radio station.
  • While setting the RX CTCSS/DCS, press the key (*SCAN] to scan the RX CTCSS/DCS.
• KEY
  • Under channel mode, press [#rr<>I key to switch High/Low transmit power.
  • Press (#n-0) key for 2 seconds to lock/unlock the keypad.
• FUNCTION KEYPAD:
  • To enter the menu of the radio and confirm the setting.
  • Press and bold [A]or(A)key for frequency up or down fast.
  • Press (A)or[A.]key,the scanning will be opposite.
  • To cancel /clear or nit.
• NUMERIC KEYPAD
  • Used to enter information for programming the radio’s lists and the non• standard CTCSS
  • Under transmission mode, press the numeric key to send the signal code(tbe code should be set by PC software).
• ACCESSORY JACK
  • The jack is used to connect audio accessories or other accessories such as programming cables.

LCD DISPLAY

The display icons appear when certain operations or specific features are activated.

1750 Hz TONE FOR ACCESS TO REPEATERS

The user needs to establish long-distance communications through an amateur radio repeater which is coated after receiving a 1750 Hz tone. Press and hold on to the [PTT], then press the!BAND] button to transmit 1750!-lz tone.

BASIC OPERATION

RADIO ON-OFF/VOLUME CONTROL

• Make sure the antenna and battery are installed correctly and the battery is charged.
• Rotate the knob clockwise to turn the radio on, and rotate the knob fully counter-clockwise until a ‘click’ is heard to turn the radio off. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volu counter-clockwise to decrease the volume.

SELECTING A FREQUENCY OR CHANNEL

• Press the key and cut the desired frequency/channel you want. The display shows the frequency/channel selected.
• Press and hold down the key IAlor[.&I for frequency up or down fast.

Note:
You can not select a channel if not previously stored.

ADVANCED OPERATION

You can program your transceiver operating in the setup menu to suit your needs or preferences.

SET MENU description

SHORTCUT MENU OPERATION

1. Press the key MENU, then press the key to select the desired menu. 2.-Press the key
2. MENU again, come to the parameter setting.
3. Press the key . to select the desired parameter.
4. Press the key MENU to confirm and save, press the key EXIT to cancel the setting or clear the input.

Note
Under channel mode,the following menu settings arc invalid:CTCSS,OCS,W/N,PTT-10,BCL,SCAN ADD TO, S-CODE, CHANNEL NAME. Only the H/L power could be changed.

“SQL” (SQUELCH),
The squelch mutes the speaker of the transceiver in the absence of reception. With the squelch level correctly Sl’t, you will hear sound only while actually receiving signals and
significantly reduces battery current consumption. It is recommended that you set Level 5.

FUNCTION “VOX” (VOICE-OPERATED TRANSMISSION)
This function is not necessary to push the IPTT] on the transceiver for transmission.
Transmission is activated automatically by detecting the radio voice. When finished speaking, the transmission is automatically terminated and the transceiver will automatically receive the signal. Be sure to adjust the VOX Gain level to an appropriate sensitivity to allow smooth transmission.

SELECT WIDEBAND OR NARROW BAND “WIN”
In areas where the RF signals arc saturated, you must use the narrow band of transmission to avoid interference in adjacent channels.

TDR (DUAL WATCH/DUAL RECEPTION)
This feature allows you to operate between frequency A and frequency B. Periodically, the transceiver checks whether a signal is received on another frequency that we have scheduled. If yOU receive a signal, the unit will remain in the frequency until the received signal disappears.

TOT(TRANSMISSION TIMER)
This function can automatically control the time we transmit each time you press IPTTI on the transceiver. This feature is,·cry useful to avoid overheating excessive power transistors of the transceiver. The transceiver will be off transmission automatically once the set time.

CTCSS/DCS
In some cases only)’ want to establish communications in a closed user group at a particular frequency or channel, for it will use “CTCSS” or code “DCS” for the reception. The “squelch” opens only when receiving a frequency with “CTCSS” or codes “DCS” the same as the programmed in your transceiver. If codes of the received signal differ from those programmed in your transceiver, the “squelch” will not open and the received signal can be heard.

Note:
The use of “CTCSS” or “DCS” in a communication, does not guarantee complete confidentiality communication.

ANI
ANI (Automatic Number Identification) is also known as PTT ID because an ID is transmitted when the PTT button of the radio is pressed and/or released. This ID tells the dispatcher which field radio was keyed. Only could be set by PC software.

DTMFST (DTMF TONE OF TRANSMITTING CODE):
First you should set the PTT-ID as BOT/EOT/BOTH

• “OFF”-Undcr transmitting mode, you can’t hear the DTMF tone, while you press the key to transmit the code or code automatically transmitted.
• “DT-ST”-Under transmitting mode, you can hear the DTMF tone, while you press the key to transmit the code.
• “ANI-ST”-undcr transmitting mode, you can hear the DTMF tone, while the code automatically transmitted.
• “DT-ANl”-undcr transmitting mode, you can hear the DTMF tone, while you press the key to transmit the code or the code automatically transmitted.

SC-REV(SCAN RESUME METHOD):
This transfer,·er allows you to scan memory channels, all the bands or part of the bands. When the transceiver detects a communication, the scan will stop automatically.

Notes:

• “TO” (Time Operation):
  Scanning will stop when it detects an active signal. The scanning will stop on each channel or active frequency for a predetermined time, after that time the scan will resume automatically.
•  “CO” (Carrier Operation):
  The scanning will stop and remain in the frequency or channel until the active signal disappears.
• “SE”(Search Operation):
  The scanning will stop and remain in the frequency or channel after it detects an acth·c signal.

PTT-ID(PTT OR RELEASE PTI TO TRANSMIT THE SIGNAL CODE):

• This feature allows you to know who call you.
• “OFF”-Don’t transmit the code while push the PTT button.
• “BOT”-Transmit the code while push the PTT button.(the code only could be set by PC software.)
• “EOT”-Transmit the code while release the PTT button.
• “BOTH”-Transmit the code while push or ttlease the PTT button.

BCL(BUSY CHANNEL LOCKOUT)

The BCLO feature prevents the radio’s transmitter from being activated if a signal strong enough to break through the “noise” squelch is present. On a frequency where stations using different CTCSS or DCS codes may be active, BCLO prevents you from disrupting their communications accidentally (because your radio may be muted by its own tone decoder).
SIT-D(DIRECTION OF FREQUENCY SHIFT)
The “OFFSET” is the difference or offset between the re<:eption frequency and the frequency of transmission for access to amateur radio repeaters. Set the “OFFSET” according to the “OFFSET” amateur radio repeater through which want to communicate.
OFFSET(FREQUENCY stDFn:
When communicating via a repeater, the direction of displacement of frequency should be timed to the displacement of the transmission frequency is higher or lower than the receiving frequency.
example:
U we want to make a communication through amateur radio repeater whose frequency input is 145,000 MHz and 145,600 MHz is output, we select the “OFFSET” of the previous section in 0600 and the direction of travel “SHIFT” programmed to 1-1, so the transceiver will always 145,600 MHz lo frequency and when you press [P’ITJ to transmit transceiver, the frequency will automatically move to 145,000 M1lz
STE (TAIL TONE ELIMATION):
This function Is used to activate or deactivate the transmission end of the transceiver. this final tone transmission only be used In communications between transceivers and oot in communications through a repeater, which must be deactivated.

CTCSS TABLE

DCS TABLE

WALKIE TALKIE WRITE FREQUENCY OPERATION PROCESS

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Operating System : Windows98, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows7, Windows8 Hard Disk Space: At least 50MB of available .
The minimum memory: 64M

INSTALL THE WRITE FREQUENCY LINE DRIVER

1. Find the write line drive which your system corresponded to
2. Click to install, successfully installation is ok

WRITE FREQUENCY SOFIW ARE INSTALLATION
Programming cable readying

1. USB Programming cable – need to install the driver before they write frequency
2. Serial port Programming cable does not need to install the driver, it can directly write Computer terminal preparations
3. Open the computer, run the computer operating system.
4. insta11 the write frequency software which bas been downloaded wcll or Install It From the programming software CD
5. installed, and open the write frequency software programming interface

Walkie Talkie end preparations

1. USB(or serial)Programming cable connect the computer end
2. the USB Programming cable pin is connected with one end of the walkie talkie programming interface
3. Ensure the walkie talkie under the condition of power, open it.

WRITE FREQUENCY SOFTWARE OPERATING PROCESS

1. Find the software settings, and open the communication port, to ensure the communication port Option and computer connection port are consistent (inconsistent will not read frequency) to solve the related problem
2. ln the menu to find the reading frequency and click in the window that appears can reading frequency
3. This process needs waiting for a while, after the completion or reading the progress bar shows the walkie talkie channels and frequencies that have been read Into the current software
4. Modify the walkie-talkie channel and frequency data, and other functional parameter data
5. Find the write frequency in the menu,click the appeared window to confirm, complete the progress bare
6. if multiple walkie talkie needs the same frequency, frequency steps can be repeated to write

RELATED PROBLEM SOLVING
When reading or writing frequency of walkie-talkie long time no response or a communication error?

1. cheek the write frequency line to find if it is damaged
2. cheek wether the write frequency line with computer serial port or walkie talkie interface is bad or loose
3. Cheek to find whether the walkie-talkie battery ls low or out of power, if this , please replace the battery or charge the battery
4. Check whether the programming software Is matches the current model
5. Please check whether the write frequency software port settings are assigned to the computer USB port
6. Please check whether the power Is switched on the walkie talkie
7. Whether to choose the corresponding drive system and the correct installation

WHEN WRITING THE FREQUENCY IS COMPLETED, FOUNDlWO WALKIE TALKIE CANNOT NORMAL CALL OR RECEIVE

1. make sure whether the two walkie-talkies are in the same channel
2. Determine the same channel at the receiving end CTCSS, CDS and the transmitter is not the same
3. make sure whether the two walkie-talkies’ volume is too low, if it is too low, Turns on the volume
4. Please check whether the two walkie-talkies are open, or at low/no power status
5. Check whether The walled-talk Insailed antenna
6. check and confirm whether the communication distance Is too far.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

WARRANTY: (Better buy the radios from a local dealer)

The device described in this Certificate is guaranteed for a period of one year from the date of sale to the final user.This \Varranty Certificate is unique and not transferable and may not be reissued for new or original or copy. Substitution of product failure or any part thereof shall not involve extension of the guarantee. The warranty covers the replacement and free replacement of all parts that arc defective in materials and components used in the manufacturing and/ or assembly of the apparatus. The warranty docs not cover any faults caused by accident, improper installation and use, electric shock (CG storms), connect a power other than that specified, re,,erse polarity in the diet, or claims due to deterioration in the external appearance of normal use, nor the amount or condition of the accessories. Checking the accessories is the responsibility of the purchaser at the time of purchasing the device. The warranty does not cover rechargeable batteries even if they are part of the equipment purchased as they are considered consumables, the impairment must be reported within a period of  fifteen days from the date of purchase.

The warranty is mid on the following assumptions:

1. Devices that have been manipulated by another or by anyone other than authorized sen,ice provider.
2. Equipment and accessories in which the serial number has been altered, deleted or filed unreadable.
3. Use of the product than as intended.

To make use of the guarantee is necessary to give the dealer or any of the Authorised Service the defective device with its accessories and the following documentation:

1. Warranty Certificate duly completed and scaled.
2. An original invoice that clearly identifies the device and the date of purchase.
3. Description of the faults.

The warranty terms contained in this Certificate of Guarantee do not exclude, modify or restrict the statutory rights of the buyer by virtue of the laws in force at the time of purchase, but are added to them.

FAQS

References

• User Manual