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Chapter 1  Specifications 

 

 

GENERAL 

 

 

Model RCI-5054DX 

RCI-5054DX-100 

Frequency Range : 

50.000 ~ 54.000 MHz 

50.000 ~ 54.000 MHz 

Tuning Steps 

100 Hz, 1 KHz, 10 KHz,  

100 KHz, 1 MHz 

100 Hz, 1 KHz, 10 KHz,  

100 KHz, 1 MHz 

Emission 

USB, LSB, CW, AM, FM 

USB, LSB, CW, AM, FM 

Frequency Control 

Phase-Lock-Loop Synthesizer 

Phase-Lock-Loop Synthesizer 

Frequency Tolerance 

0.005% 

0.005% 

Frequency Stability 

0.001% 

0.001% 

Operating Temperature 

Range 

-10

O

C  to  +50

O

C -10

O

C  to  +50

O

Antenna Impedance  

50 ohm 

50 ohm 

Microphone 

Plug-In (6-Pin), 400 

 Dynamic PTT 

Plug-In (6-Pin), 400 

 Dynamic PTT 

Meter Function 

RF Output, RX Receive Signal 

Strength, SWR 

RF Output, RX Receive Signal 

Strength, SWR 

Input Voltage 

13.8 V DC 

13.8 V DC 

Dimensions 

7 3/4" (W) x 10 3/4" (D) x 2 3/8" (H) 

7 3/4" (W) x 9 3/4" (D) x 2 7/8" (H) 

Weight 

4 lb. 3 oz. 

5 lb. 13 oz. 

TRANSMITTER 

 

 

RF Power Output 

25W : USB/LSB Peak Power 

10W : CW/AM/FM 

100W : USB/LSB Peak Power 

50W : CW/AM/FM 

RF Transmit Modes 

USB, LSB, CW, AM, FM 

USB, LSB, CW, AM, FM 

Antenna Connector 

UHF Type, 50 

 

UHF Type, 50 

 

Modulation 

16F3, A3E, J3E, A1A 

16F3, A3E, J3E, A1A 

Spurious Emissions 

>60 dB 

>60 dB 

Carrier Suppression 

-50 dB 

-50 dB 

RECEIVER 

 

 

Sensitivity   

   AM/CW :  0.5 uV for 10dB  Sinad 

          FM :  0.25uV for 12dB Sinad 

 USB/LSB :  0.15uV for 10dB Sinad 

   AM/CW :  0.5 uV for 10dB  Sinad 

          FM :  0.25uV for 12dB Sinad 

 USB/LSB :  0.15uV for 10dB Sinad 

Image Rejection Ratio 

-65 dB 

-65 dB 

AGC Figure of Merit 

SSB/CW/AM : 80dB at 50mV for a 

10dB change in Audio Output 

SSB/CW/AM : 80dB at 50mV for a 

10dB change in Audio Output 

Audio Power Output 

2.5W 

2.5W 

( SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE )

 

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Chapter 2  Introduction

 

 

 

Congratulations on your purchase of an RCI-5054DX/5054DX-100 6 
meter amateur radio. Your RCI-5054DX/5054DX-100 is designed to 
provide trouble-free service and state-of-the-art communications in the 6 
meter band.  Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure proper 
performance. 

 

 

 

Unpacking

 

The following items are included with our RCI-5054DX/5054DX-100. 
Carefully remove and examine all materials from the packing carton. If 
any items are missing or appear damaged, please contact your dealer 
immediately. Each unit should include: 

 

(1) RCI-5054DX/5054DX-100 Transceiver 

 

(2) Dynamic Microphone with remote frequency adjustment switches 

 

(3) Power Cord 

 

(4) Mounting Bracket & Hardware 

 

(5) Installation Hardware 

 

(6) Owner's Manual 

 

(7) Warranty Registration Card 

 

It is recommended that you save the packing materials for future storage 
or shipping.

 

IMPORTANT 

To operate this radio, you must possess and amateur radio operator's 

license issued by the FCC. Operation of this unit without proper 

licensing is ILLEGAL and can result in severe penalties. 

NOTE 

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference 

caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such 

modifications could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. 

Summary of Contents for RCI-5054DX-100

Page 1: ...ting 4 Power Connection 4 Chapter 4 Operation 5 Front Panel 5 Rear Panel 9 Microphone 10 Frequency Selection 11 Mode Selection 12 RF Power Control 12 Chapter 5 Programming 13 Receive Scanning 13 Split...

Page 2: ...Ratio 65 dB 65 dB AGC Figure of Merit SSB CW AM 80dB at 50mV for a 10dB change in Audio Output SSB CW AM 80dB at 50mV for a 10dB change in Audio Output Audio Power Output 2 5W 2 5W SPECIFICATIONS SUB...

Page 3: ...OTE The condition of a vehicle s electrical system can affect the operation of your RCI 5054DX 5054DX 100 A low battery worn generator alternator or poor voltage regulator will impair performance of t...

Page 4: ...MATIC NOISE LIMITER also limits noise at the receiver audio stages 10 ROGER BEEP BUTTON R BEEP This switch activates the ROGER BEEP circuit when its function is selected When enabled the radio automat...

Page 5: ...ms coaxial cable with a PL 259 style plug 2 CW KEY The CW key is used for Morse Code operation To operate connect a CW key to this jack and place the mode switch in the CW position 3 EXTERNAL SPEAKER...

Page 6: ...o be changed Use the key to increase the number Press the key to decrease the number Perform the steps described above for each digit until the desired frequency is displayed in the LCD frequency disp...

Page 7: ...cy activity stops the RCI 5054DX 5054DX 100 will resume scanning after about a 2 second pause To deactivate the Scan mode press the MAN manual button or turn the Squelch control counterclockwise until...

Page 8: ...stment The fewer the bars the better the match 15 Chapter 6 Frequency Scanning Frequency scanning can be achieved by either of two methods the first method involves scanning of all frequencies between...

Page 9: ...SCAN to indicate whether the radio is scanning from the lowest to the highest memory location or vice versa To return the radio to normal non scanning operation press the MAN key 17 Chapter 7 Offset F...

Page 10: ...vice Department before any returns for warranty repair will be accepted Send the defective product postage paid along with proof of the date of purchase photocopy of the original invoice or receipt to...

Page 11: ...20 401 W 35th Street Suite B National City CA 91950 800 446 5778 FAX 619 426 3788 Email rci rangerusa com http www rangerusa com PRINTED IN TAIWAN AT5054010B...

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