Alinco DJ-500 Instruction Manual

A1.131121ALINCO, INC.Yodoyabashi Dai-bldg 13F4-4-9 Koraibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0043 JapanPhone: +81-6-7636-2362 Fax: +81-6-6208-3802http://www.ali

In case of emergencyIn case of the following situation(s), please turn off the product, switch off the source of power, then remove or unplug the po

About transceiver Alert Environment and condition of use Do not use the product in proximity to a TV or a radio. It may cause interference or rece

Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe off dirt and condensation from the surface of the product. Never use thinner or benzene for cleaning.Check with your l

ITABLE OF CONTENTSSTANDARD ACCESSORIES ...

IITABLE OF CONTENTSChannel Input by Keypad ...

IIITABLE OF CONTENTSCTCSS/DCS Encode / Decode Synchronous Setup ...

IVTABLE OF CONTENTSTone Pulse Frequency ...

01STANDARD ACCESSORIESStandard AccessoriesHand Strap Antenna Battery Charger AC Adaptor Belt Clip Instruction ManualNOTE: Accessories may differ de

02BATTERY INFORMATIONCharging OperationThe battery is not charged at the factory, so please charge it before use. Charge the battery for the rst tim

03BATTERY INFORMATIONCaution• Risk of explosion, generation of heat or leak of chemicals inside if the battery is replaced by an incorrect

Thank you for purchasing your new Alinco transceiver. Please read this manual carefully before using the product to ensure full performance

04BATTERY INFORMATIONWarning: Never charge while the radio is turned on. When turned on, the charger can't detect the charging voltage properly

05BATTERY INFORMATION6. LED Indicator: STATUS self-examine when power on (No battery) Pre-charging Charge normally Fully Charged Trouble LED Orange (

06BATTERY INFORMATIONHow to Store the Battery1.The battery should be kept in the status of 50% discharge when storing.2.It should be kept in cool, dry

07Installing / Removing the Li-ion Battery1.Match the three grooves of the battery pack with the corresponding guides on the back of the

08INSTALLATION & CONNECTIONInstalling / Removing the Belt ClipInstalling the Belt Clip:1. Put the belt clip on the back of the unit, and the screw

09INSTALLATION & CONNECTIONInstalling the Hand StrapAttach the hand strap as shown.NOTE: 1.To keep the radio dust and splash resistant, the cover

10GETTING ACQUAINTEDLCD DisplayFollowing are the meaning of the icons and signs shown on the display.FrequencyReverseOffset directionDCSOptional Signa

11GETTING ACQUAINTEDFront PanelAntennaSpeakerMicrophoneLCDA key/Function keyNumeric keysMain dialPower / Volume SwitchTX/RX indicator, Main RX is Gree

12GETTING ACQUAINTEDSide PanelLeft Panel Right PanelPTT keyPF1 key (1 Primary Function key)PF2 key (2 Primary Function key)Accessory and PC programm

13BASIC OPERATIONSPower On and offTurn【POWER】/【VOLUME】dial clockwise to power on. Turn it counterclockwise to power off.Adjusting Audio output levelPr

IntroductionThank you very much for purchasing this excellent Alinco transceiver. Our products are ranked among the nest in the world. This radio ha

14Switch between Main band and Sub bandPress key to switch between Main band and Sub band.BASIC OPERATIONSSwitch between Channel mode and VFO modePr

15BASIC OPERATIONSChannel Input by KeypadIn Frequency + Channel or Channel + Name Tag mode, you may select the channel by entering th

16BASIC OPERATIONSNOTE: Please be aware of the squelch level and selective-calling settings such as CTCSS and DCS as you may risk not hearing the rece

17BASIC OPERATIONSNOTE: The tone pulse frequency can be set to 1750Hz, 1450Hz, 1000Hz or 2100Hz in programming software. Side key [PF2] functionMonito

18BASIC OPERATIONSDelete channel1.In Standby state, after pressing key, the top left corner of LCD displays " ", then press , the chann

19ADVANCED OPERATIONSFM Radio Receiver1. In standby state, after pressing key, while icon is displayed on the top left corner, then press key aga

20ADVANCED OPERATIONSCTCSS/DCS ScanAfter pressing key, the top left corner of LCD displays " ", then press to enter CTC

21NOTE: This feature is available only in the Channel modes.ADVANCED OPERATIONSNOTE: Turn the main dial clockwise or counter-clockwise to change scan

22ADVANCED OPERATIONSFrequency ReverseIn standby state, press key, the top left corner of LCD displays " " icon, then press to set the c

23ADVANCED OPERATIONSNOTE: During timing, press key to stop timing and displays current data, press this key again to clear timer.DTMF Code Searchin

About IP54 rating / Dust and splash resistantAbout IP54 rating 5: Dust protected / Ingress of dust is not entirely prevented, but it must not e

24ADVANCED OPERATIONSSwitch between Dual mode and Single modeIn order to reduce the working main channel suffer from sub-channel interference, can qui

25CTCSS/DCS Decode SetupBy using this function with CTCSS/DCS encode feature, you hear only signals that are sent with matching tones. (Such oper

26ADVANCED OPERATIONSNote: You may set the encoding and decoding tones separately.CTCSS/DCS Encode / Decode Synchronous SetupThis function is for adju

27Add or Cancel DTMF, 5TONE Sgnaling This function is DTMF and 5TONE setting1. Press key, the top left corner of LCD displays " " icon,

28Signaling Combination You may combine the signaling functions of different system.1.After pressing key, the top left corner of LCD displays "

29Wide/ Narrow FM Mode 1.After pressing key, the top left corner of LCD displays " " then press key.2.Press / key to choose menu 08

30ADVANCED OPERATIONSOffset Frequency1.After pressing key, the top left corner of LCD displays " " then press key.2.Press / key to c

31ADVANCED OPERATIONSBusy Channel LockoutThis function prohibits the transmitting when the channel is busy.1.After pressing key, the top left corner

32ADVANCED OPERATIONSBand LimitWhen this function is on, inputting frequency or Scanning frequency under VFO is limited in current VFO frequency band.

33ADVANCED OPERATIONSBeep sounds1. Press key, the top left corner of LCD displays " " icon, then press key.2. Press / key to choose

Output power selectable 5W/2.5W/1W 200 PC-programmable channels Li-Ion battery pack and stand-charger as standard accessories Alphanumeric name t

34ADVANCED OPERATIONSVoice Operated Transmission (VOX)(An optional earphone-microphone is necessary)When this function is on, the transmitting can be

35ADVANCED OPERATIONSAutomatic Power Off TimeWhen this function is on, transceiver will automatic power off when reach the preset time.1. Press key,

36ADVANCED OPERATIONSSquelch levelThis function is used for setup intensity of receiving signals, transceiver will hear calls when receiving signal i

37ADVANCED OPERATIONSFunction Icon Stay Time1. Press key, the top left corner of LCD displays " " icon, then press key.2. Press /

38ADVANCED OPERATIONSAUTO: Backlight will automatic closed after a period.OFF: Always off.ON: Always on.4. Press key or key to conrm and exit.LCD

39ADVANCED OPERATIONSNOTE: When current channel add 5TONE to be optional signaling, LCD displays 5TONE self ID code, otherwise displays DTMF self ID c

40ADVANCED OPERATIONSNOTE: The Battery Save function is temporarily suspended when a key is operated or a signal is received. FM radio1. Press key,

41SET MODE OPERATIONSDisplay ModeThis parameter determines the LCD display mode. This parameter may not be available for dealer-programmed radios. 1.

42AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS4. Press key to exit.5. Press key to perform the reset.Cable CloningWith this function, you can copy the programming data of

43DEFAULT SETTINGSVFO Frequency 435MHz/145MHzMemory ChannelCH0:435MHzCH1:145MHzCH2-CH199:BlankTX Power HiKeylock OFFCTCSS/DCS Decode/Encode

NOTICE / Compliance Information StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

44EA-228 VHF/UHF & FM radio AntennaEBC-34 Belt Clip EBP-87 Li-ion Battery Pack (DC 7.4V 1500mAh)EBP-88 Li-ion Battery

45RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION OF EARPHONE MICROPHONEEarphoneUse a clip to x with collar.Clip the PTT unit closer to your mouth.Carry the radio on the si

46GeneralFrequency Range (T ver)TX 144~148MHz 420~450MHzRX 136~174MHz 400~480MHz FM radioFrequency Range (E ver)TX 144~146MHz 430~440MHz RX 144~14

47TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION* All specications are subject to change without notice or obligation.* ALINCO and Alinco logo are registered trademarks of

48TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDEProblem Corrective ActionNo powerA.The battery may be exhausting. Recharge or replace the battery.B.The battery may not be ins

49TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDEThe receiving sound level is low or intermittentConsult with local dealers for inspection.Receiving signal is intermittent. A.

50ATTACHED CHARTCTCSS Frequency Chart1 62.5 12 94.8 23 136.5 34 177.3 45 218.12 67.0 13 97.4 24 141.3 35 179.9 46 225.73 69.3 14 100.0 25 146.2 36 183

51ATTACHED CHART1024 groups DCS frequency chart000 001 002 003 004 005 006 007010 011 012 013 014 015 016 017020 021 022 023 024 025 026 027030 031 03

52ATTACHED CHART260 261 262 263 264 265 266 267270 271 272 273 274 275 276 277300 301 302 303 304 305 306 307310 311 312 313 314 315 316 317320 321 32

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144/440MHz FM amateur radio handheld transceiver DJ-500TThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

Alert Environment and condition of use Use of this product may be prohibited or illegal outside of your country. Be informed in advance when you t

Handling this productThe manufacturer declines any responsibilities against loss of life and property due to a failure of this product when used with