VHF FM TRANSCEIVER

DJ-V17T/E/R/TFH

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.

ALINCO, INC.

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, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Tested to Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Information in this document is subject to change without notice or obligation. All brand names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Alinco cannot be liable for pictorial or typographical inaccuracies. Some parts, options and/or accessories are unavailable in certain areas. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. VHF FM Transceiver DJ-V17T This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Manufacturer: ALINCO, INC. Shin-Dai building 9th Floor 2-6, 1-Chome Dojimahama, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0004 JAPAN
Conformity Information In case the unit you have purchased is marked with a CE symbol, a copy of relative conformity certificate or document can be reviewed at http://www.alinco.com/usa.html. DJ-V17E: VHF FM Transceiver 144.000~145.995MHz CE 0336 This device is authorized for use in all EU and EFTA member states. An operator's license is required for this device. Copyright All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, copied, translated or transcribed in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Alinco. Inc., Osaka, Japan, English Edition Printed in Japan.

Warning

To prevent any hazard during operation of Alinco's radio product, in this manual and on the product you may find symbols shown below. Please read and understand the meanings of these symbols before starting to use the product.
d Danger d Alert d Caution d a m d Alert
This symbol is intended to alert the user to an immediate danger that may cause loss of life and property if the user disregards the warning. This symbol is intended to alert the user to a possible hazard that may cause loss of life and property if the user disregards the warning. This symbol is intended to alert the user to a possible hazard that may cause loss of property or injure the user if the warning is disregarded. Alert symbol. An explanation is given. Warning symbol. An explanation is given. Instruction symbol. An explanation is given.

Contents

NOTICE / Compliance Information Statement..3 Warning....5 Introduction....9 Contents....10 1.Features....13 1.1 Accessories....13 2.Accessories....14 2.1 Installations....14 2.1.1 Antenna....14 2.1.2 Hand Strap...14 2.1.3 Belt Clip....14 2.1.4 Battery Pack....15 2.1.5 Prevent Short Circuiting the Battery Pack..17 2.1.6 Dry Cell Case (optional)....18 2.1.7 Battery-Level Icon...18 3.Names and Operations of Parts...19 3.1 Names and Operations of Keys and Ports...19 3.2 Keypad....21 3.3 Display (LCD)....22 4.Basic Operation....23 4.1 Turning On the Power....23 4.2 Adjusting the Audio Output (Volume)...23 4.3 Adjusting the Squelch....23 4.4 Setting the Frequency in the VFO Mode..24 4.4.1 Setting the Frequency...24 4.4.2 Setting the Tuning Step...25 4.4.3 Shift Direction and Offset Frequency Settings..25 4.5 Memory Mode....26 4.5.1 How to Program Memory Channel(s)...26 4.5.2 Recalling a Memory Channel...27 4.5.3 Deleting a Memory Channel...27 4.5.4 Programming a Repeater-Access Function Setting.27 4.5.5 Programmable Parameters in Memory Channels..28 4.6 Call-Channel Mode...28
4.7 Receiving...29 4.7.1 Monitor Function...29 4.8 Transmitting...30 4.8.1 Selecting the Output Level...30 5.Useful Functions...31 5.1 Scan Modes....31 5.1.1 VFO-Scan....31 5.1.2 Memory-Scan...31 5.1.3 Setting Skip Channels...32 5.2 Keylock....32 5.3 Tone-Burst....32 5.4 Naming Memory Channels...33 5.4.1 Setting Name-Tag....33 5.4.2 Using the Channel Name Function..33 5.5 Auto-Power-Off (APO)...34 5.5.1 Setting APO...34 5.5.2 APO Operation...34 5.6 Time-Out-Timer (TOT)...35 5.6.1 Setting TOT...35 5.6.2 TOT Operation...35 5.7 Lamp....35 6.Selective Calling....36 Selective Calling Operations...36 6.1 Tone Squelch (TSQ)...36 6.1.1 Setting the Tone Squelch...36 6.1.2 Switching Off the Tone Squelch...37 6.1.3 To Differentiate the ENC/DEC Tones..37 6.1.4 Tone Squelch Operation....37 6.2 DCS....37 6.2.1 Setting the DCS...37 6.2.2 Changing the DCS Code...38 6.2.3 Switching Off DCS...38 6.2.4 DCS Operation...38 6.2.5 DET Mode in DCS Operation...38 6.3 DTMF Tone Encoding...39 6.4 Auto Dialer....40 6.4.1 Setting the Auto Dialer...40 6.4.2 Generating the Auto Dialer Codes...40 6.4.3 Redial....41
7.Special Functions...42 7.1 ATT (Attenuator)...42 7.2 Battery Refresh....42 7.3 Repeater-Access...43 8.Set Mode....44 8.1 Set Mode Operation....44 8.2 Entering the Set Mode...44 8.3 Available Parameters...45 8.3.1 Menu 1 Battery Save (BS) Function...45 8.3.2 Menu 2 Timer/Busy Scan Setting..45 8.3.3 Menu 3 Beep Function...45 8.3.4 Menu 4 Tone-Burst Frequency Setting..45 8.3.5 Menu 5 Clock Shift Setting..46 8.3.6 Menu 6 Busy Channel Lockout Setting...46 8.3.7 Menu 7 TOT Penalty Time..47 8.3.8 Menu 8 DTMF WAIT Time...47 8.3.9 Menu 9 DTMF Burst/Pause Time..47 8.3.10 Menu 10 DTMF First Digit Burst Time...48 8.3.11 Menu 11 Battery Charge Function...48 8.3.12 Menu 12 Battery Type Setting..49 9.Cloning and Packet Operation...50 9.1 Cloning....50 9.1.1 Cable Connection....50 9.1.2 Master/Slave Units...50 9.1.3 Master Unit Operation...51 9.1.4 Slave Unit Operation....51 9.2 Packet Operation....52 9.2.1 Packet Operation Connections..52 10.Maintenance and Reference...53 10.1 Troubleshooting...53 10.2 Resetting....54 10.3 Options....55 10.3.1 Microphone/Speaker Cable (EDS-10)...56 10.3.2 Battery Packs....56 10.3.3 Using the Chargers...57 11.Specifications...63

1.Features

1. Features
This transceiver has the following main features.
High-grade waterproof compatible to IPX7 * (submersible 1m/3feet for 30min.) and rugged body 39 CTCSS tone squelch 104 DCS digital code squelch Time-Out-Timer Alphanumeric display 4 tone-burst tones (1750, 2100, 1000, 1450Hz) 9 auto dial memories easily accessed from the DTMF keypad with redial function Direct frequency entry from the DTMF keypad A quick "Repeater-Access" function Refresh function for rechargeable battery reconditioning Cable Cloning
* The factory guarantees this grade for 1 year when all the jack-covers are properly and securely closed.

1.1 Accessories

Ni-MH battery pack EBP-65 (7.2V 700mAh) EDC-146 (AC 120V) wall charger (T version) EDC-147 (AC 230V) wall charger (E/TFH/R version) Flexible whip antenna EA0141 (T/E version) Flexible whip antenna EA0142 (TFH/R version) Belt clip Hand strap Instruction manual * Accessories may differ depending on the version you have purchased. Please contact your local dealer for details of standard accessories and the warrantypolicy.

2.Accessories

2. Accessories

2.1 Installations

2.1.1 Antenna Attaching the Antenna
1. Hold the antenna by its base. 2. Align the grooves at the base of the antenna with the protrusions on the antenna connector. 3. Slide the antenna down and turn it clockwise until it stops. 4. Confirm that the antenna is securely connected. NOTE: This antenna has been designed very flexible. It is softer than conventional ones but not a defect.

Removing the Antenna

Turn the antenna counter-clockwise to disconnect the antenna.

2.1.2 Hand Strap

Attach the hand strap as shown. There are two ways to attach it.

Hand strap

2.1.3 Belt Clip Attaching the Belt Clip
1. Put the belt clip on the back of the unit, and turn the screw clockwise until it stops. 2. Confirm that the belt clip is securely attached.

Belt clip

Removing the Belt Clip
Turn the screw counter-clockwise to remove the belt clip.

2.1.4 Battery Pack

For the specifications and the charging procedures, please refer to "Battery Packs"(page 56) and "Using the Chargers"(page 57).
Attaching the Battery Pack
Align the catches on the battery pack with the grooves on the unit, and close the latch until it clicks.

Latch Groove

Removing the Battery Pack
Push the latch in the direction of the arrow, and pull out the battery pack.

Caution

The battery pack isn't fully charged when shipped. It must be charged before use. Charging should be conducted in a temperature range of 0C to +40C (+32F to +104F). Don't modify, dismantle, incinerate or immerse the battery pack in the water as this can be dangerous. Never short-circuit the battery pack terminals, as this can cause damage to the equipment or lead to heating of the battery which may cause burns. Unnecessary prolonged charging (overcharging) can deteriorate battery performance. The battery pack should be stored in a dry place where temperature is in -10C to +45C (-14F to +113F) range. Temperatures outside this range can cause the battery liquid to leak. Exposure to prolonged high humidity can cause corrosion of metal components. Battery-packs are a consuming part. When its operating time becomes considerably short after a normal charge, please consider that the pack is exhausted and replace it with a new one. The battery pack is recyclable. Check with your local waste officials for details on recycling options or proper disposal in your area.

Antenna side

Dial side
SMA Antenna Connector FUNC key

PTT key MONI key

DC-IN jack
Attach the whip antenna. If you plan to use an optional antenna, select one that is tuned to the operating frequency. The FUNC key is used in combination with the other keys to access the various functions of the unit. To enter the Set mode to set operating parameters, press the FUNC key continuously for about 2 seconds. Press the PTT key to transmit, release to receive. When the MONI key is pressed, the squelch unmutes regardless of the TSQ/DCS setting. Pressing the MONI key after pressing the FUNC key illuminates display for about 5 seconds. Pressing the MONI key while pressing the PTT key transmits a tone-burst signal. Connect an external power source of DC 7.0V~DC 16.0V at 2A or more. An optional EDC-36 cigar-cable is available for mobile operation. EBP-65/66 packs can be charged using this jack (page 16).

3.2 Keypad

key Without pressing the FUNC key. Inputs* 1. Inputs 2. Inputs 3. Inputs 4. Inputs 5. Inputs 6. Inputs 7. Inputs 8. Inputs 9. Inputs 0. Switches between the VFO and Memory mode (page 24). Start/Stop scanning (page 31). Access the Call channel (page 28). Auto dialer operation (page 40). SQL adjustment (page 23). Audio level adjustment (page 23). Key / Frequency lock setting (page 32). Memory channel skip setting (page 32). Naming memory channels setting (page 33). N/A N/A While appears after the FUNC key is pressed.
Channel step setting (page 25). Offset frequency setting (page 26). Time-Out-Timer setting (page 35). Tone Encode / Tone Squelch setting (page 36). Hi / Low power setting (page 30). Auto-Power-Off setting (page 34). DCS (digital code squelch) setting (page 38). ATT (Attenuator) setting (page 42). Auto dialer memory setting (page 40). Repeater-Access function setting (page 43). Memory programming (page 26).
* The numeric keys can be used for direct VFO frequency input within the DJ-V17's operating range. DTMF tones are generated by pressing the keys during transmissions.

3.3 Display (LCD)

Appears when the FUNC key is pressed. Indicates the shift (+/-) direction. Appears when setting the CTCSS tone encoder. Appears when setting the tone squelch. Appears when setting the DCS. Displays the frequency and scan operation. Displayed when the frequency or the keypad is locked. Appears when the Repeater-Access function is activated. Appears when Auto-Power-Off function is activated. Indicates battery-level. The black icon flashes when the battery charge function is on. Displayed when in the Memory mode. Displays the memory channel No. Displayed when the transmission output is in LOW setting. Displays the operating frequencies, name-tags and parameters in the setting mode. Appears when the attenuator is activated. Appears when the squelch is unmuted. Indicates the receiving signal (S-meter) and transmission output levels (Power-meter).

15.0kHz 20kHz 25kHz

4.4.2 Setting the Tuning Step
1. Press the FUNC key in the VFO mode, and while key to display the current tuning step. 2. Rotate the dial to select the desired tuning step.
DOWN STP-5 STP-10 STP-12.5 STP-15 UP STP-20 STP-25 (unit: kHz) STP-30

is displayed, press the

3. Press any key except for the MONI key to complete setting.
NOTE: Tuning step can't be changed in the Memory mode. When the tuning step is changed from 5kHz,10kHz,15kHz,20kHz or 30kHz to 12.5kHz and 25kHz or vice versa, the operating frequency and the shift width automatically suite to the new setting.
4.4.3 Shift Direction and Offset Frequency Settings
In conventional repeater systems, a signal received on one frequency is retransmitted on another frequency. The difference between these two frequencies is called the offset frequency. The selectable offset frequency of this unit is from 0 to 99.995MHz. 1. Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed, press the key to display the current offset frequency and shift direction settings. 2. Each time the key is pressed the shift direction changes as indicated below. A (-) means that the TX frequency is lower than the RX frequency. A (+) means vice versa.

-0.600 +0.600 OST-OF

3. Rotate the dial while the shift frequency is being displayed. Clockwise: each click increases the frequency by one tuning step. Counter-clockwise: each click decreases the frequency by one tuning step. Press the FUNC key and rotate the dial to increase or decrease the frequency in 1MHz steps. 4. Press any key except for the MONI or FUNC key to complete setting.
NOTE: Please refer to "Selective Calling" (page 36) to set the CTCSS/DCS tones usually required for conventional Repeater-Accesses.

4.5 Memory Mode

This mode allows recalling and operating the preprogrammed frequency or setting in the memory channels. This unit provides up to 200 memory channels, 1 CALL channel and 1 Repeater-Access function memory.
4.5.1 How to Program Memory Channel(s)
1. Select a frequency and operating parameters to be programmed in the VFO mode. Programmable parameters are explained later. Press the key. " " appears on the display. 2. Press the FUNC key to display.
3. Rotate the main dial to select the desired memory channel number while is displayed. An empty channel is shown with a flashing " ". Select C for CALL channel programming. "rP ALLFREQ" is explained later. 4. By pressing the key again while programming is completed. is on the display, a beep sounds and
5. Pressing the FUNC then key while is displayed on the programmed channel will delete the memory data and it becomes available for reprogramming.
4.5.2 Recalling a Memory Channel

4.7 Receiving

1. Turn on the unit. 2. Press the 3. Press the key and rotate the dial to adjust the audio level as necessary. key and rotate the dial to adjust the squelch level.
4. Select the frequency that you wish to operate by using the dial or the keypad. When a signal is received on the frequency that you selected, and S-meter are displayed on the LCD, then the received signal can be heard. The green RX indicator also lights at this time.

4.7.1 Monitor Function

In case the receiving signal is weak and the audio is intermittently cut off by the squelch, press the MONI key. As long as this key is pressed, the squelch including TSQ/DCS unmutes making the audio easier to hear. The squelch is unmuted while the MONI key is pressed, regardless of the squelch level setting. This function unmutes the squelch even if the DCS and Tone Squelch functions are set.

4.8 Transmitting

1. Select the frequency that you wish by using the dial or keypad. 2. Press the PTT key. The red TX indicator turns on while transmitting. 3. While holding down the PTT key, speak into the unit at normal voice from the distance of 5cm (2"). 4. Release the PTT key to receive.
IMPORTANT NOTE: To transmit a tone-burst signal, press the MONI key while holding down the PTT key. Speaking too loud, too close or too far from the unit may distort the audio. "OFF" appears on the display when the TX frequency is out of the TX range. This may easily happen when the offset is activated.
4.8.1 Selecting the Output Level
Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed on the LCD, press the key to switch between high and low transmission power output. When the low power output is selected, " " is displayed on the LCD (nothing is displayed when the high power is selected). The initial setting is low power. The Power-meter display is when transmitting at the low power, and when transmitting at the high power. IMPORTANT NOTE: The output level can't be altered while transmitting.

5.Useful Functions

5. Useful Functions

5.1 Scan Modes

The scan function automatically searches the receiving signals. There are 2 modes for scan-resume condition. Busy Scan: The scan stops when a signal is detected, stays until the signal is gone then resumes scanning. Timer Scan: The scan stops when a signal is detected, and resumes scanning after 5 seconds regardless of receiving status. During scanning, the 1MHz decimal point ( ) on the frequency display flashes. Press any key other than the MONI key to stop scanning. Scanning starts in the direction of the last dial operation (up or down).

NOTE: Please refer to the Set mode to switch the setting between Timer and Busy scan modes (page 45).

5.1.1 VFO-Scan

1. Use the 2. Press the of one step. key to select the VFO mode. key to start scanning. The unit scans in accordance with the order
3. Rotate the dial clockwise/counter-clockwise to change the scan direction. VFO-scan scans the entire frequency range. 4. Press any key other than the MONI key to stop scanning.

5.1.2 Memory-Scan

1. Use the 2. Press the key to select the Memory mode. key to start memory scanning.
3. Rotate the dial clockwise/counter-clockwise to change the scan direction. Memory-scan scans all programmed memory channels. 4. Press any key other than the MONI key to stop scanning.
NOTE: Please set the squelch level correctly before scanning, even in the TSQ scanning the normal squelch level adjustment is required to activate this function.
5.1.3 Setting Skip Channels
You can select the memory channels that you wish to skip during the memory-scan. Press the FUNC key in the Memory mode, and while is displayed, press the key to set the currently selected memory channel as a skip channel. Use the same procedure to clear the skip channel setting. The 10MHz decimal point appears for memory channels that are set as skip channels.

5.2 Keylock

Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed, press the key to set the Keylock function on, and repeat the same to quit. When the Keylock is on, the is displayed on the LCD. When the Keylock is on, other than the following, all operations are blocked. * PTT * LAMP * MONI * VOL * SQL * Tone-burst * POWER ON/OFF * DTMF tone
NOTE: Keylock function can't be activated on the Repeater-Access function memory channel.

5.3 Tone-Burst

This function is to generate an audible tone to access European repeaters. To output the tone-burst tone, press the MONI key while holding down the PTT key. The tone is transmitted as long as the MONI key is pressed. The initial setting for the tone-burst tone is 1750Hz, but this can be changed in the Set mode (page 45). While transmitting the tone-burst tone, the CTCSS/DCS tone is temporary suspended.
5.4 Naming Memory Channels
In the Memory mode, it is possible to display up to 7 alphanumeric characters (Nametag) instead of conventional frequency display.

5.4.1 Setting Name-Tag

1. Select the memory channel. 2. Press the FUNC key, and while 3. [A ] flashes on the display. 4. Rotate the dial to select a character to be the first digit. 5. Press the flashing. key to input the next character. The previous character will stop is displayed press the key.

NOTE: The LAMP function consumes battery. The "permanent-on" position is recommended only for the operation using an external power source.

6.Selective Calling

6. Selective Calling
Selective Calling Operations
To communicate only with selected stations, use either the Tone Squelch or the DCS function. The Tone Squelch function unmutes the squelch only when a signal added with one of the matching 39 CTCSS tone frequencies is received. The DCS function unmutes the squelch only when a signal added with one of matching 104 digital codes is received. It isn't possible to use the Tone Squelch and DCS functions at the same time.

6.1 Tone Squelch (TSQ)

6.1.1 Setting the Tone Squelch
1. Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed on the LCD, press the key to display the current TSQ settings. Each time the key is pressed, the display shows:

When only When

T 88.5

T/SQ 88.5 TCS-OF

is displayed, the unit encodes the CTSS tone. is displayed, the unit encodes and decodes the CTCSS tone.
2. Rotate the dial while the tone frequency is displayed to select one of the 39 CTCSS tones shown below. The tone can be set for encode/decode separately (refer to page 37 for details). 67.0 94.8 131.8 186.2 69.3 97.4 136.5 192.8 71.9 100.0 141.3 203.5 74.4 103.5 146.2 210.7 77.0 107.2 151.4 218.1 79.7 110.9 156.7 225.7 82.5 114.8 162.2 233.6 85.4 118.8 167.9 241.8 (unit: Hz) 88.5 91.5 123.0 127.3 173.8 179.9 250.3
3. Press any key other than the MONI key to complete the setting. Observe that both and are displayed.
6.1.2 Switching Off the Tone Squelch
Press the key in Tone Squelch Setting mode to select TCS-OF, then press any key other than the MONI key to complete the setting.
6.1.3 To Differentiate the ENC/EDC Tones
It is possible to set the encode and decode tones independently in the Tone Squelch Setting mode. To set the encode tone, when displayed, select a desired tone. The decode tone is set automatically to the same tone. To differentiate the decode tone, select another tone in status.
6.1.4 Tone Squelch Operation
The squelch unmutes only when the signal with the same decoding-setting tone is received.

6.2 DCS

6.2.1 Setting the DCS
1. Press the FUNC key, and while is displayed on the LCD, press the key. " " is displayed on the LCD, and the DCS code is displayed. The initial setting is 023. Each time you press the key, the display switches between:

Battery Save ON/OFF Timer/Busy scan setting Beep sound ON/OFF Tone-Burst Frequency setting CPU Clock Frequency shift ON/OFF Busy Channel Lock Out ON/OFF TOT Penalty setting DTMF Wait time setting DTMF Pause/Burst time setting DTMF First Digit Burst time setting Battery Charge ON/OFF Battery type setting FUNC key MONI key
8.2 Entering the Set Mode
1. Press the FUNC key for at least 2 seconds. The unit enters the Set mode. "BS-ON" is displayed as a factory-default. 2. Press the MONI key or FUNC key to select a menu. The Monitor function can't be used in this status. 3. Rotate the dial to change the parameter. 4. Press any key other than the MONI key and FUNC key to complete the settings. The last operated menu will be selected the next time you enter the Set mode.

8.3 Available Parameters

8.3.1 Menu 1 Battery Save (BS) Function
This function prevents useless battery consumption by switching the power ON/OFF at a fixed ratio if there is no key operation or receiving signal for a continuous period of 5 seconds or more. 1. BS-ON is displayed on the LCD. 2. Rotate the dial to select the battery save setting (on or off).

BS-ON BS-OFF

The factory setting is BS-ON The Battery Save function is temporarily suspended when a key is operated or a signal is received. Set this parameter OFF for packet operation. The display remain unchanged even the BS function is in the OFF cycle.
8.3.2 Menu 2 Timer/Busy Scan Setting
Select the scan-resume condition in this menu (page 31). 1. TIMER is displayed on the LCD. 2. Rotate the dial to select the scan-resume condition between TIMER and BUSY.

TIMER BUSY

8.3.3 Menu 3 Beep Function
Select OFF to turn off all the beep sounds inclusive of alerting beeps. 1. BEP-ON is displayed on the LCD. 2. Rotate the dial to select the beep setting on and off.

BEP-ON BEP-OF

8.3.4 Menu 4 Tone-Burst Frequency Setting
1. 1750 is displayed on the LCD. 2. Rotate the dial to select the tone-burst frequency.

(unit: Hz)

8.3.5 Menu 5 Clock Shift Setting
In the unlikely event that you may hear a weak noise always on the same frequency, it may be so-called a CPU-clock noise. Unfortunately this is due to the circuit-design of this product and can't be eliminated, but can be moved away to another frequency. 1. SFT-OF is displayed on the LCD. 2. Rotate the dial to select the clock shift setting on and off.

SFT-OF SFT-ON

NOTE: This function isn't a noise-blanker.
8.3.6 Menu 6 Busy Channel Lockout Setting
This function restricts the PTT (transmit) operation. 1. BCL-OF is displayed on the LCD. 2. Rotate the dial to select the Busy Channel Lockout setting on and off.

BCL-OF BCL-ON

When Busy Channel Lockout is set to on, transmission is possible only in the following conditions (and isn't possible otherwise). The alarm sounds if the PTT key is pressed when transmission is prohibited. 1) When no signal is being received (BUSY isn't displayed). 2) When the tone matchs and the squelch is unmuted based on the Tone Squelch setting conditions. 3) When the codes match and the squelch is unmuted based on the DCS setting conditions.

Factory default settings

VFO Frequency CALL Frequency Memory Channel Channel Step Shift Offset Frequency Tone Setting Tone Frequency DCS Setting DCS Code Transmitter Output Auto Dialer Code Keylock Time-Out-Timer Auto-Power-Off Volume Level Squelch Level Repeater Shift Repeater Offset Frequency Repeater Tone Setting DJ-V17T 145.000MHz 145.000MHz 0~199ch Blank 5kHz None 0.6kHz None 88.5Hz None 023 Low None off off off 0.6kHz 88.5Hz DJ-V17E 145.000MHz 145.000MHz 0~199ch Blank 12.5kHz None 0.6kHz None 88.5Hz None 023 Low None off off off 0.6kHz 88.5Hz DJ-V17TFH/R 155.000MHz 155.000MHz 0~199ch Blank 5kHz None 0.6kHz None 88.5Hz None 023 Low None off off off 0.6kHz 88.5Hz
NOTE: THE RESET DELETES ALL THE MEMORIES. Please take notes of the important data and keep it for future reference.

10.3 Options

EBP-63 EBP-64 EBP-65 EBP-66 EDC-36 EDC-37 EDC-43 EDC-143T/E/UK EDC-143R EDC-144A/E/UK EDC-144R EDC-146 EDC-147 EDC-148 EDH-34 EDS-10 EDS-11 EME-6 EME-12 EME-13 EME-15 EME-20 EMS-47 EMS-59 ESC-41 Li-ion Battery Pack (DC 7.4V 1100mAh) Li-ion Battery Pack (DC 7.4V 1600mAh) Ni-MH Battery Pack (DC 7.2V 700mAh) Ni-MH Battery Pack (DC 7.2V 2000mAh) Mobile Cigarette Lighter Adapter with Active Noise Filter External DC Power Supply Cable Mobile Cigarette Lighter Cable for Charging Ni-MH Packs Trickle Battery Charger (T: 120V E: 240V UK: 240V UK plug) Multiple-Charger Basket (An external DC power supply required) Rapid Battery Charger (A: 120V E/UK: same as above) Multiple-Charger Basket (An external DC power supply required) Wall Charger (120V) Wall Charger (230V) Wall Charger (230V) U.K. Socket Dry Cell Case Microphone/Speaker Cable Clone Cable Earphone Headset with VOX * Earphone and MIC with VOX * Tie-pin MIC with VOX * Earphone Microphone * Speaker Microphone with Audio Control * Speaker Microphone * Soft Case
NOTE: FOR EUROPEAN USERS Please be advised that some of the accessories listed above aren't RoHS compliant at the moment this manual has been edited. Please refer to an updated brochure or ask your dealer for eventual replacements at the moment of the purchase after July 2006. Use of cigar-plug and DC cables are at your own risk per IEC/EN60950. Refer to page 8 for details.

IMPORTANT NOTE: All accessories except EBP-63/64/65/66 and soft cases above listed are NOT water-proof. Never use these accessories in wet conditions.
Please purchase an optional EDS-10 cable to operate optional accessories marked *. When using EDC-36, EDC-37, EDC-43, EDC-146, EDC-147, EDC-148, connect them to the unit first before turning on the unit. EBP-63, 64, 65 and 66 are IPX7-grade water-proof only when correctly attached and used with DJ-V17.
10.3.1 Microphone/Speaker Cable (EDS-10)
1. Turn off the unit. 2. Turn the plug clockwise until it stops. Check to be sure it is securely connected. 3. Connect the Microphone/Speaker plugs to the each jack.
Speaker jack Microphone jack

10.3.2 Battery Packs

The battery packs aren't fully charged when shipped. Please charge the pack completely before use.
Available Battery Packs for DJ-V17:
EBP-63 EBP-64 EBP-65 EBP-66 Li-ion Battery Pack (DC 7.4V 1100mAh) Li-ion Battery Pack (DC 7.4V 1600mAh) Ni-MH Battery Pack (DC 7.2V 700mAh) Ni-MH Battery Pack (DC 7.2V 2000mAh)

Charging Battery Packs

Refer to the chart below for the combination of the proper battery pack and charger. The indicates the usable combination, (* hrs) means the approximate time necessary to full charge the empty pack.
Li-ion Battery Pack Battery Packs EBP-63 EBP-64 Chargers Trickle Charger EDC-143 (2hrs) (3hrs) Rapid Charger EDC-144 Wall Charger EDC-146/147/148 Ni-MH Battery Pack EBP-65 EBP-66 (10hrs) (14hrs) (1.5hrs) (3.5hrs) (10hrs) (30hrs)
10.3.3 Using the Chargers Caution
Please also read the "Warning" (page 5 of this manual) and the safety instruction that is included in the accessories' package before operating with them for your safety.
Charging with the EDC-143 (Trickle Charger)
Please make sure that following items are included in the package. EDC-143T: EDC-143 basket, EDC-146 adapter (AC 120V), insulation sheet EDC-143E: EDC-143 basket, EDC-147 adapter (AC 240V), insulation sheet EDC-143UK: EDC-143 basket, EDC-148 adapter (AC 240V), insulation sheet EDC-143R: EDC-143 basket, connection cable, insulation sheet, 2 screws, connective stay
Before using them for the first time, attach the insulation sheet to cover the screw-terminals to avoid short-circuiting. Please refer to page 61 for instruction.
1. Connect the AC adapter plug to the DC-IN jack on the back of the basket. *The design of the AC adapter may vary depending on the models. 2. Connect the adapter to an outlet.

AC adapter* AC adapter plug

Basket

3. Press the sides of the adjustment plate, and attach it to the proper grooves of the basket according to the size of the battery pack. Please be sure to place the plate all the way down to the bottom.

Adjustment plate

Groove
EBP-63/65 EBP-64 EBP-66 EBP-66 Attached to EBP-64 EBP-63/65 the unit
4. Mount the battery (with or without being attached to the unit) in the basket as shown. Turn off the unit while charging. The red indicator on the basket turns on and charging starts.

Indicator

5. After charging time is elapsed (page 56), remove the battery pack from the basket. The red indicator stays turned on as long as the pack is mounted on the basket regardless of the charging status.

Specifications

Input Voltage Operating Temperature Range Charging Current Battery Capacity Charging Time EBP-65 DC 12.0V 150mA 0C~+40C (+32F~+104F) 70mA DC 7.2V 700mA Approx. 10 hours EBP-66 DC 12.0V 150mA 0C~+40C (+32F~+104F) 140mA DC 7.2V 2000mA Approx. 14 hours
*The charging time may vary depending on the condition of the battery pack and the temperature of the environment.
Charging with the EDC-144 (Quick Charger)
Please make sure that following items are included in the package EDC-144A: EDC-144 basket, EDC-150 adapter (AC 120V), insulation sheet EDC-144E: EDC-144 basket, EDC-151 adapter (AC 240V), insulation sheet EDC-144UK: EDC-144 basket, EDC-152 adapter (AC 240V), insulation sheet EDC-144R: EDC-144 basket, connection cable, insulation sheet, 2 screws, connective stay
5. The red indicator turns off when the charge is completed. Remove the battery pack from the basket. NOTE: The flashing red indicator means that the charger isn't working properly. Stop using it immediately, remove the cord form the outlet and consult with your local Alinco dealer.
Input Voltage Operating Temperature Range Charging Current Battery Capacity Charging Time EBP-63 EBP-64 DC 12.0V 700mA 0C~+40C (+32F~+104F) EBP-65 EBP-66
600mA DC 7.4V 1100mA DC 7.4V 1600mA DC 7.2V 700mA DC 7.2V 2000mA Approx. 2 hours Approx. 3 hours Approx. 1.5 hours Approx. 3.5 hours
Connecting Additional Baskets (EDC-143R/144R)
In order to use EDC-143R and EDC-144R, an optional power supply (IEC/EN 60950 compliant) of 1A/5A minimum respectively is required. A DC cable isn't included in the package; the suggested DC cable is 20 AWG wire, shorter than 1m (3feet) in length. 1. Make sure that the output voltage of the power supply is DC 12.0V. 2. Connect the terminals with the provided connection cable, the red cable to the positive and the black cable to the negative terminals. The additional basket can be connected up to 5 in the same way.

Black cable Red cable

3. Connect the ends of the DC cable to the terminals of the basket. * This DC cable isn't provided in the products.

To the power supply DC cable*
4. Attach the connective stay and the insulation sheets to cover the terminals to avoid shortcircuiting.

Insulation sheet*

Connective stay
This insulation sheet marked * is provided to all EDC-143/144 series chargers. Please be sure to cover the bottom of the charger with this sheet as shown above to prevent short-circuiting.
5. Connect the other ends of the DC cable to the output terminals of the power supply. Be mindful to the polarities of the terminals.

Power supply

DC cable

11.Specifications

11. Specifications

General

TX144~147.995MHz * 144~147.995MHz RX130~173.995MHz * 144~147.995MHz E: TX144~145.995MHz * 144~145.995MHz RX144~145.995MHz * 144~145.995MHz TFH/R:TX130~173.995MHz * 150~173.995MHz RX130~173.995MHz * 150~173.995MHz * Guaranteed range Modulation: F3E (FM) Frequency step: 5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25, 30kHz step Memory channel: 200 channels + 1 call channel + 1 Repeater-Access function memory Ant. impedance: 50 unbalanced Frequency stability: 5ppm Mic. impedance: 2k Supply voltage: DC 7.0~16.0V (EXT DC-IN) Current consumption: 1.4A (typical) Transmit high at 5W 250mA (typical) Receive at 500mW 70mA (typical) Standby 25mA (typical) Battery save on Temperature range: External DC: -10C~+60C (+14F~+140F) Battery packs: -10C~+45C (+14F~+113F) Ground: Negative ground Dimension: 58(W)x110(H)x36.4(D)mm (2.28"(W)x4.33"(H)x1.43"(D)) (with EBP-65N) Weight: Approx. 280g (9.9oz) (with EBP-65N) DTMF: 16 Buttons Keypad Sub audible Tone (CTCSS): encoder/decoder installed (39 tones) Sub audible Tone (DCS): encoder/decoder installed (104 codes) Frequency range T:

Transmitter

Power output: Approx. 5W (with EBP-65N) Approx. 5W (with DC 13.8V) Approx. 0.8W (LOW output) Variable reactance -60dB or less 5kHz 2k
Modulation: Spurious emission: Max. deviation: Mic. impedance:

Receiver

System: Sensitivity: Intermediate frequency: Sensitivity: AF output: Double-conversion super heterodyne -14.0dB (0.2V) or less 1st IF 21.7MHz 2nd IF 450kHz -6dB: 12kHz or more -60dB: 26kHz or less 500mW (MAX) 400mW (8 , 10% distortion)
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SPECIFICATIONS

General

Transmitter

Receiver

Authorized Dealer:

ALINCO, INC. Electronics Division
Shin Dai Bldg., 9F 1-2-6 Dojimahama, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0004 Japan Phone: 06-4797-2135 Fax: 06-4797-2135 E-mail: export@alinco.co.jp