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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Moisture:
When the antenna sealant and power
cable recommendations are followed, the Quick Talk is
highly weather- resistant in outdoor environments. Do not
immerse the unit in water.
Temperature:
The Quick Talk is designed to operate
between -22 and +140 degrees Fahrenheit.
Like all
electronic equipment, Quick Talk should not be subjected to
extreme heat. A shaded area is an ideal outdoor location.
Vibrations/ Shocks
: Though the Quick Talk is
designed to be rugged, it cannot be expected to survive
extreme abuse.
Chemicals
: Do not use harsh, corrosive or abrasive
chemicals to clean the Quick Talk case; use only a cloth
moistened with water. Do not attempt to clean the printed
circuit board inside the housing.
Batteries:
Use only fresh, new alkaline batteries
when programming Quick Talk. Acceptable brands and
types are: Duracell MX1500B, Eveready E91, Rayovac
815 or equivalent.
QUICK TALK INSTALLATION
WHEN YOU ARE FINISHED PROGRAMMING:
1. Hang up and disconnect
the telephone from the
internal jack on the Quick Talk.
2. Test the operation
of the Quick Talk before putting it
into service by activating the switch and listening to the
message(s) received on your radio.
3. Replace the cover
and (4) cover screws; snug down,
but do not overtighten the screws. Excessive force can
break the plastic enclosure material.
NOTE:
Refer to FIG-7 on the next page.
4. Attach the antenna and seal the connection:
a. Insert, rotate and lock the antenna to the Quick Talk
antenna jack.
b. Orient the antenna in a vertical position.
c. Seal the antenna connection to hold the antenna in
vertical position, to protect antenna fittings, and to
maintain water-resistance of the Quick Talk in wet or
outdoor environments.
Use Archer Connector Sealant, Radio Shack
Catalog Number 278-1645
or an equivalent. Wrap
the connection with the sealant tape and press it
securely in place. See FIG-7 and instructions for the
sealant.
5. Test for sufficient broadcast range
when choosing the
location. For maximum range and coverage, install the
unit as high off the ground as possible. Be aware that
metal or wires near the antenna can block or absorb radio
transmissions. Choose a well-shaded location.
NOTE: An optional high gain antenna
is available
from Ritron; call for information.
6. Position the unit
as shown in FIG-7, and secure it in
place with screws through the enclosure flanges. Do not
overtighten these screws; you might break the plastic
flanges.
IMPORTANT: Contact a qualified technician or electri-
cian if you are not certain your installa-
tion will work properly and safely.
NOTE:
Refer to the Advanced Features Owner's Manual
for information on using rechargeable NiCad AA
batteries, charged by an optional external
12 Volt DC power supply.
Estimated Battery Life:
Starting with a fresh set of
AA alkaline batteries, Quick Talk can transmit about 7,000
voice messages over a period of one year before the
batteries will need to be replaced.
Automatic Low Battery Alert Message:
If the
battery voltage drops below approximately 6 Volts, the Quick
Talk transmits a factory prerecorded message, "Low
Battery", every 60 minutes. When this occurs, replace the
batteries promptly within a day or so.
FIG 7: QUICK TALK INSTALLATION
*
WARNING: The antenna connection
MUST BE
SEALED
if the Quick Talk is to be used
outdoors. See the illustration, and
Step 4 on previous page.
Antenna Connection
See Warning *
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