Ritron Outpost RQX-150, Basic Owner'S Manual

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OutPost Basic Owner’s Manual
INTERCOM (Always-On) FEATURE FOR THE RQX-454/454-N
The RQX-454/454-N can be programmed to
operate as a two-way intercom. When this feature
is activated the automatic shut-off is disabled and
the callbox will remain on in “standby” mode
allowing it to receive a call from another radio at
any time. Since the radio is under constant
current drain “always on in the standby mode”, it
would make the use of batteries impractical.
When using this feature, it is recommended that
the optional EXPO-12 external power kit be used.
To Enable the Intercom Feature: The Intercom
Mode can only be enabled using the PC
Programmer (PC Programming Software
RPT-PCPK-8.0R12).
1. Refer to the PC PROGRAMMING THE
OUTPOST section to program the
RQX-454/454-N.
2. Once the radios’ information has been “Read”,
select EDIT , select TUNE RADIO , select
MISC , select Power Saver , select TUNE , set
“PowerSaver Off Time” to “0” (zero), select
SAVE , select EXIT , and then remove power
from the radio and disconnect the program
ming cable. The RQX-454/454-N is now set
for Intercom Mode.
OPERATING THE OUTPOST CALLBOX
NOTE: The OUTPOST will not receive a call until a
call has been initiated by the OUTPOST.
THE OUTPOST AUTOMATICALLY SHUTS
OFF WHENEVER THERE IS INACTIVITY
FOR TEN (10) SECONDS.
To Initiate a Call:
Press and hold the ON/PTT Button on the unit, listen
for the “beep,” and begin speaking into the MIC. For
best communication, speak as closely as possible into
the microphone. The OUTPOST is designed so you
will be heard clearly when you speak, while pressing
the ON/PTT Button, at a distance of up to 3 feet from
the microphone.
To Receive a Response:
1. When you have finished speaking, release the
ON/PTT Button.
2. Any reply to you will be heard through the
OUTPOST speaker. If a reply is not received
within 10 seconds of releasing the ON/PTT
Button, the unit sounds a low double tone and
shuts off automatically.
To call again, press and hold the ON/ PTT Button
and begin speaking after the “beep.”
OPERATION NOTES
• The OUTPOST must be powered with Alkaline batteries ONLY—or alternately,
with the optional External Power 12VDC Input/ Battery Backup Kit (EXPO–12).
• If there has been no activity for 10 seconds—i.e., either the ON/PTT Button
has not been pressed/ released within 10 seconds, or no reply has been
heard within 10 seconds—the unit automatically shuts OFF. The automatic
shut-off feature is designed to increase battery life.