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EATURES
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Basic Features:
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Internal radio transmitter (separate VHF and UHF
models).
•
User-recorded voice messages; total recording time of
30 seconds.
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Connection to user-supplied switches.
•
Included external antenna.
•
Typical range of 1/2 mile. Longer range is possible
using an optional antenna.
•
Weather-resistant
(not
waterproof nor immersible)
enclosure.
•
Internal battery holder for six (6) AA Alkaline cells.
•
Companded Audio – Selectable.
•
Optional External 12 VDC power supply with battery
back-up.
•
Connection and use of an external 12 Volt DC power
supply.
•
Typical operating battery life of 1 year.
•
Automatic
low
battery message.
•
Limited One-year Factory Warranty.
•
The following are programmable features:
- Transmit Frequency;
- Tone Coded Squelch Encoder (Quiet Call
®
Interference Eliminator);
- Digital Coded Squelch Encoder (Digital Quiet
CaII
TM
Interference Eliminator);
- Message transmission schedules and limits.
Advanced Features:
•
Use of multiple (4) switch inputs for messages
•
Analog voltage (or 4-20 mA loop) inputs
•
Multiple location identification messages
•
Terminated alarm loop inputs
•
Use of solar power panels to operate and
charge internal NiCad batteries
•
Enabling and disabling the low battery or
external power failure messages
•
Battery saver options
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UESTIONS
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ROGRAMMING
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Do I have to program my Quick Talk
TM
?
You may not need to program your Quick Talk
TM
at
all. If you purchased a Quick Talk
TM
that is factory-
programmed to your radio system frequency (check
the Color Dots on your radios and the Quick Talk
TM
),
and you do not use a form of Quiet Call coded
squelch, you can connect your switch to the color-
coded “Switch #1” wires on the hook-up cable, install
the batteries, and start using Quick Talk
TM
. The
factory default voice messages are “Switch Open”
and “Switch Closed”. Otherwise, read this manual,
and then program your Quick Talk
TM
.
Do I need to program every feature?
In many cases, no. The factory pre-programmed
settings, explained in the instructions, may meet
many of your needs.
How do I program my Quick Talk
TM
?
Quick Talk
TM
is programmed using RITRON
programming software and a PC computer.
What if I don’t find what I need in this
manual?
Call Ritron; we will be glad to help you. For most
applications, this manual should cover everything you
will need to know. However, the Quick Talk
TM
has
more capabilities and features than described here.
Contact us at Ritron; we can make Quick Talk
TM
do
just about anything.
Will it harm the Quick Talk
TM
if I program it
improperly?
No; however, you may need to erase all programming
and start over; see page 10 to do this. Feel free to
experiment with the various features and possible
configurations.
Can my settings or messages get lost or erased
if the battery runs down, or if my Quick Talk
TM
is
disconnected?
No. The settings and voice messages you enter are
stored in special electronic memory devices in the Quick
Talk
TM
that do not require power to hold the information.
This means that if the batteries run down or if you remove
them, you will not need to reprogram the unit. All your
settings and messages will be there for you when you
install fresh batteries.
What if I need more range?
To increase the range of your Quick Talk
TM
transmissions, we suggest you first relocate the unit.
Depending on the type of switch and wiring, you may use
several hundred feet of wiring to connect the switch —
this allows installation of the Quick Talk
TM
and it’s
attached antenna for the best range, at an unobstructed
and elevated position.
Also, Ritron offers several optional “high gain” antennas.
And, Ritron can provide a radio repeater to increase the
range not only for your Quick Talk
TM
, but also for your
entire radio system.
