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WIDE BAND COMMUNICATION RECEIVERPOWERSCANSCRTV/P/MMWBANKWIDE BANDCOMMUNICATION RECEIVERDJ-X31M/10MInstruction ManualThank you for purchasing this ALIN

10 Battery Recharger · Recharging with the EDC-1051. Mount NiMH battery pack on thetransceiver. (The NiMH batterypack can also be placed in thebattery

11 Attaching the Belt ClipAttach the belt clip on the rear side ofthe transceiver with the includedscrew. Make sure it is tightenedproperly. Attaching

1Names and Functions of Parts121Chapter Names and Functions of PartsExternal View Front TopAntenna connectorFor connecting the included antenna. (P.7)

131Names and Functions of Parts SideDC-INTerminal for connecting an external DC power supply.INDC[FUNC/ENTER] keyUse this key to set and execute sever

141Names and Functions of PartsKeyboard"F" appears on the display when you press the [FUNC/ENTER] keyTurns the power on/off.Executes scannin

151Names and Functions of PartsDisplayIn the illustration below, all indicators are displayed.From to are not displayed on this transceiver.1612 De

2Chapter Basic Operation2Basic Operation16Power SwitchHold the POWER switch down for a second. "HELLO" will appear on thedisplay. (The indic

172Basic OperationAdjusting the SquelchThe squelch silences the DJ-X3 except for signals above a certain level. Squelch eliminates noise when the DJ-X

2Basic Operation18 Monitor FunctionThe Monitor function temporarily unmutes the squelch. This is useful when thedesired signal is weak or intermittent

192Basic Operation· PUSH: Mute function is on while holding the [MONI(ST/SK)] key down. Whenyou release the key, the function is off and received sign

2ContentsFeatures ··········································································································4NOTICE···················

2Basic Operation20 Switching ModesEvery press of the [V/P/M (MW)] key changes the operating mode as shownbelow.TipWhen nothing is programmed in Memory

212Basic OperationSetting the Frequency In VFO ModeRotating the dial increases or decreases the displayed frequency by a valuedetermined by the select

2Basic Operation22 In Memory Mode1Select a bank by pressing the [BANK(1M/10M)] key.2Select a channel by rotating the dial.It is not possible to select

232Basic Operation Programming a Channel1In VFO mode, select the frequency you want to program.2Press the [FUNC/ENTER] key."F", bank No., an

2Basic Operation24 Erase a Channel1Switch to the Memory mode by pressing the [V/P/M (MW)] key.2Select a channel you want to erase.For more information

252Basic OperationScan FunctionThe scan function periodically changes the frequency to search for a signal.The DJ-X3 has four types of scan functions.

2Basic Operation26 Program ScanThis function scans a specified range of frequencies. Before using this function,you need to specify the upper and lowe

272Basic Operation Preset Scan1Switch to Preset mode by pressing the [V/P/M (MW)] key.2Select AM radio, FM radio, or TV by pressing the [BANK(1M/10M)]

2Basic Operation28To operate Memory scan:1Switch to Memory mode by pressing the [V/P/M (MW)] key.2Press the [SCAN(SCRT)] key.Type of Memory scan will

292Basic OperationSetting the Tuning StepThe tuning step sets the increment/decrement of each click of the dial whenadjusting the frequency in VFO mod

3Scan Function ·······························································································25VFO Scan ·····························

2Basic Operation30Memory SkipThis function is for skipping the specified memory channel(s) when executingthe Memory scan function.1Switch to Memory mo

313Useful Functions of the DJ-X3DescramblingThis function returns scrambled voice to normal reception.1Select the frequency of the scrambled voice.2Pr

3Useful Functions of the DJ-X332Bug DetectorThe DJ-X3 detects a bug’s signal by scanning frequencies in the programmedmemory banks. When a listening m

333Useful Functions of the DJ-X3Caution!· Operate in a quiet environment where doors and windows are closed. It ishard to find a listening microphone

3Useful Functions of the DJ-X334KeylockTo prevent incorrect or unauthorized operations, you can lock the keys.The following operations can be used whi

353Useful Functions of the DJ-X3ResettingYou can reset programmed memory channels and settings.There are two types of reset; Partial reset and All res

3Useful Functions of the DJ-X336The Set Mode FunctionThis Set mode allows you to customize the DJ-X3 for your particular application.The following ite

373Useful Functions of the DJ-X3 ATT (Attenuator) FunctionThis function attenuates strong signals on nearby channels.Use this function when the receiv

3Useful Functions of the DJ-X338In the Set mode, select the type of antenna.· In the case of each type of bar antenna, rotate the dial and set ON/OFF.

393Useful Functions of the DJ-X3 Selecting between Stereo and MonophonicIn the Set mode, select either "mono" or "StErEo."· When r

4FeaturesThe DJ-X3 is a wide band communication receiver which has many variousfunctions in a small package.Easy operation is performed with a simple

3Useful Functions of the DJ-X340 Setting Bank LinkThis is the setting for the "Bank link scan", which scans specified multiplebanks.You can

413Useful Functions of the DJ-X3 Lamp FunctionThis function sets the display backlight ON or OFF.When ON is selected, an operation of any key turns ON

3Useful Functions of the DJ-X342 APO (Auto Power Off) FunctionThis function automatically turns the power off if there is no key operation for aspecif

433Useful Functions of the DJ-X3 BS (Battery Save) FunctionThis function extends battery life.If there is no key operation for five seconds, the inter

3Useful Functions of the DJ-X344 PRIO (Priority) Watch FunctionThis function monitors two frequencies alternately.Every five seconds, the DJ-X3 moment

453Useful Functions of the DJ-X3 Setting Operation of the Monitor and Mute FunctionsSelect operation of the [MONI(ST/SK)] key when the Monitor and the

3Useful Functions of the DJ-X346CloningWhen using the Clone function, all the memories and settings of one DJ-X3(master) can be copied to another DJ-X

473Useful Functions of the DJ-X34Press the dial (the [VOL/SQL(SET)] key) of the master DJ-X3.Cloning starts. "Sd " appears on the master DJ-

3Useful Functions of the DJ-X348If "comErr" appears on the display...If a communication error occurs, "comErr" will appear on both

494AppendixTroubleshootingPlease check the list below before concluding the DJ-X3 is faulty. If a problempersists, reset the DJ-X3. This can sometimes

5Tested to ComplyWith FCC StandardsFOR HOME OR OFFICE USEInformation in this document is subject to change without notice or obligation. Allbrand name

4Appendix50Specifications GeneralReceiving range E : 0.1 - 1299.995 MHzT : 0.1 - 1299.995 MHzModulation modes : A3 (AM), F3 (FM, WFM)Ant. impedance :

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6PrecautionsNo warranty is made on the effectiveness of the "Bug Detector" function. Thefunction should be considered experimental and for e

7AccessoriesOpen the box and check that the following accessories are included. Connecting the AntennaConnect the antenna to the SMAantenna connector

8 Loading the BatteriesLoad three AA batteries in the batterycase in the "+" and "-" orientationmarked at the bottom of the case.C

9 Prevent Short Circuiting the Battery PackBe extra cautious when carrying thebattery pack; short-circuiting willproduce surge current possiblyresulti