HARRY III CLASSIC - Radio transceiver PRESIDENT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HARRY III CLASSIC PRESIDENT

SUMMARY INSTALLATION

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WARNING ! Before using, be careful never to transmit without first having connected the antenna (connection «B» situated on the back panel of the equipment) or without having set the SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) ! Failure to do so may result in destruction of the power amplifier, which is not covered by the guarantee. English MULTI-NORMS TRANSCEIVER! See function “F” on page 34 and the Configuration table on page 53. The garantee of this transceiver is valid only in the country pf purchase.

Welcome to the world of the new generation of CB radios. The new PRESIDENT range gives you access to top performance CB equipment. With the use of up-to-date technology, which guarantees unprecedented quality, your PRESIDENT HARRY III Classic is a new step in personal communication and is the surest choice for the most demanding of professional CB radio users. To ensure that you make the most of all its capacities, we advise you to read carefully this manual before installing and using your PRESIDENT HARRY III Classic. A) INSTALLATION a) You should choose the most appropriate setting from a simple and practical point of view. b) Your CB radio should not interfere with the driver or the passengers. c) Remember to provide for the passing and protection of different wires (e.g. power, antenna, accessory cabling) so that they do not in any way interfere with the driving of the vehicle. d) To install your equipment, use the cradle (1) and the self-tapping screws (2) provided (drilling diameter 3.2 mm). Take care not to damage the vehicle’s electrical system while drilling the dash board. e) Do not forget to insert the rubber joints (3) between the CB and its support as these have a shock-absorbing effect which permits gentle orientation and tightening of the set. f) Choose where to place the microphone support and remember that the microphone cord must stretch to the driver without interfering with the controls of the vehicle. - N.B. : As the transceiver has a frontal microphone socket, it can be set into the dash board. In this case, you will need to add an external loud speaker to improve the sound quality of communications (connector EXT.SP situated on the back panel: C). Ask your dealer for advice on mounting your CB radio. MOUNTING DIAGRAM

Your PRESIDENT HARRY III Classic is protected against an inversion of polarities. However, before switching it on, you are advised to check all the connections. Your equipment must be supplied with a continued current of 12 volts (A). Today, most cars and lorries are negative earth. You can check this by making sure that the negative terminal of the battery is connected either to the engine block or to the chassis. If this is not the case, you should consult your dealer. a) Choosing your antenna:

For CB radios, the longer the antenna, the better its results. Your dealer will be able to help you with your choice of antenna. b) Mobile antenna:

Must be fixed to the vehicle where there is a maximum of metallic surface (ground plane), away from windscreen mountings. If you already have a radio-telephone antenna installed, the CB antenna should be higher than this. There are two types of antenna: pre-regulated which should be used on a good ground plane (e.g. car roof or lid of the boot), and adjustable which offer a much larger range and can be used on a smaller ground plane (see § 5, Adjustment of SWR). For an antenna which must be fixed by drilling, you will need a good contact between the antenna and the ground plane. To obtain this, you should lightly scratch the surface where the screw and tightening star are to be placed. Be careful not to pinch or flatten the coaxial cable (as this runs the risk of break down and/or short circuiting). Connect the antenna (B).

WARNING: Lorries generally have two batteries and an electrical installation of 24

volts, in which case it will be necessary to insert a 24/12 volt converter (type CV 24/12 PRESIDENT) into the electrical circuit. The following connection steps should be carried out with the power cable disconnected from the set. a) Check that the battery is of 12 volts. b) Locate the positive and negative terminals of the battery (+ is red and - is black). Should it be necessary to lengthen the power cable, you should use the same or a superior type of cable. c) It is necessary to connect your CB to a permanent (+) and (-). We advise you to connect the power cable directly to the battery (as the connection of the CB cable to the wiring of the car-radio or other parts of the electrical circuit may, in some cases, increase the likelihood of interference). d) Connect the red wire (+) to the positive terminal of the battery and the black (-) wire to the negative terminal of the battery. e) Connect the power cable to your CB radio. c) Fixed antenna:

A fixed antenna should be installed in a clear a space as possible. If it is fixed to a mast, it will perhaps be necessary to stay it, according to the laws in force (you should seek professional advice). All PRESIDENT antennas and accessories are designed to give maximum efficiency to each CB radio within the range.

WARNING: Never replace the

original fuse (2 A) by one of a different value.

OUTPUT RADIUS PATTERN

WARNING: In order to avoid any losses and attenuations in cables used for connection between the radio and its accessories, PRESIDENT recommends to use a cable with a length inferior to 3m.

4) BASIC OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BEFORE USING YOUR

SET FOR THE FIRST TIME (without transmitting and without using the «push-to-talk» switch on the microphone) Your CB is now ready for use. Connect the microphone Check the antenna connections Turn the set on by turning the volume knob (1) clockwise. Turn the squelch SQ knob (2) to minimum. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level. Go to channel 20 by using the channel selector (5).

B) HOW TO USE YOUR CB

a) To turn the set on, turn the knob (1) clockwise. b) To increase the sound level, turn the same knob further clockwise.

5) ADJUSTMENT OF SWR (Standing wave ratio)

WARNING: This must be carried out when you use your CB radio for the first time (and

whenever you re-position your antenna). The adjustment must be carried out in an obstacle-free area.

Suppresses undesirable background noises when there is no communication. Squelch does not affect neither sound nor transmission power, but allows a considerable improvement in listening comfort.

• Adjustment with external SWR-meter (e.g. TOS-1 PRESIDENT) a) To connect the SWR meter : - Connect the SWR meter between the CB radio and the antenna as close as possible to the CB (use a maximum of 40 cm cable, type President CA 2C). b) To adjust the SWR meter: - Set the CB to channel 20. - put the switch on the SWR-meter to position CAL (calibration). - Press the «push-to-talk» switch on the microphone to transmit. - Bring the index needle to W by using the calibration key. - Change the switch to position SWR (reading of the SWR level). The reading on the Meter should be as near as possible to 1. If this is not the case, re-adjust your antenna to obtain a reading as close as possible to 1. (An SWR reading between 1 and 1.8 is acceptable). - It will be necessary to re-calibrate the SWR meter after each adjustment of the antenna. Turn the SQ knob clockwise to the exact point where all background noise disappears. This adjustment should be done with precision as, if set to maximum (fully clockwise), only the strongest signals will be received.

It shows all functions:

The BARGRAPH shows the reception level and the output power level. KEY BP Beep on changing the channel, keys etc... (long press) Activate the KEY BP function by pressing 1 second the KEY BP key. A beep sounds and «BP» is displayed. In order to disable the function, press during 1 second the KEY BP key. «BP» disappears.

Adjustment of the sensitivity during reception. For long distance communications RF GAIN should be set to maximum. You can reduce the RF GAIN in order to avoid distortion when your correspondent is close by and when he has no RF POWER.

The normal setting of this function is on maximum (fully clockwise). Allows to lock all the keys on the front pannel and the rotary knob. An error beep sounds when a key is used and the LOCK function is activated. A press on LOCK activates/deactivates the LOCK function. appears on the display when the function is activated.

5) CHANNEL SELECTOR: Rotary Knob

This button allow increasing or decreasing a channel. A «beep» sounds each time the channel changes if the KEY BP function is activated. See KEY BP function. Transmission and reception remain active.

Channel research: Allows activating the SCAN function (research of the channels) in an increasing way. «SCN» is displayed. The scanning stops as soon as there is a busy channel. The scanning automatically starts 3 seconds after the end of the transmission and no key is activated during 3 s. The scanning starts again in an increasing way by turning the rotary knob to the right, or in a decreasing way by turning the rotary knob to the left.

F - FREQUENCY BAND SELECTION

English (configuration: E; d; EU; EC; U; PL) The frequency bands have to be chosen according to the country of use. Don’t use any other configuration. Some countries need a user’s licence. See the configurations/ frequency bands table at page 50 to 53.

A new press on SCAN disables the SCAN function. Proceeding: switch off the transceiver. Keep the key F pressed and switch on again. and the letter corresponding to the configuration are blinking. In order to change the configuration, use the channel selector on the front panel. When the configuration is selected, press 1 second on the F key. and the letter corresponding to the configuration are continuously displayed, a beep sounds. At this point, confirm the selection by switching off the transceiver and then switching it on again.

The icon « » appears on the display when the function is active. The Roger Beep sounds when the PTT switch of the microphone is released in order to let your correspondent speak. Historically as CB is a «simplex» communication mode, it is not possible to speak and to listen at the same time (as it is the case with a telephone). Once someone had finished talking, he said “Roger” in order to prevent his correspondent that it was his turn to talk. The word “Roger” has been replaced by a significant beep. There comes “Roger beep” from. See table page 53.

Note: the Roger beep also sounds in the loudspeaker if the KEY BP function is active. If the KEY BP function is not active, only the correspondent can hear the Roger Beep.

12) 6 PIN MICROPHONE PLUG

The plug is located on the front panel of the transceiver and makes the setting of the equipment into the dashboard easier.

See cabling diagram page 52. STORE (long press)

Allows to memorize an emergency channel with following parameters: AM (except for EC and U configurations) or FM (and CEPT/ENG in U configuration).

ANL FILTER (Automatic Noise Limiter) To delete a memory: switch off the transceiver. keep the MEM key pressed and switch on the transceiver. the memory is deleted. The transceiver is equipped with an automatic filter which reduces back ground noises and some reception interferences in AM. A) DC-POWER TERMINAL (13,2 V) MEM (short press)

is displayed and release to listen B) ANTENNA CONNECTOR (SO-239) To recall a memory: press MEM shortly, «MEM» appears on the display. If the KEY BP function is activated a beep sounds. The memorized channel is actived. C) EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK (8 Ω, Ø 3,5 mm)

This switch allows selecting the AM or FM modulation. Your modulation mode has to correspond to the one of your correspondent. Amplitude modulation/AM: is for communications in areas where there are obstacles and over medium distances. Frequency modulation/FM: for nearby communications in flat, open field.

Transmission key, press to transmit a message, to an incoming communication. To memorize: Select the channel to be memorized. press 1 second the MEM key; «MEM» appears in the display. If the KEY BP function is activated a long beep confirms the saving.

Channels Modulation modes Frequency ranges Antenna impedance Power supply Dimensions (in mm) Weight Accessories supplied - Filter

AM/FM from 26.965 MHz to 27.405 MHz 50 ohms

125 (L) x 150 (H) x 45 (D) ~ 0.7 kg Electret microphone with support, mounting cradle, screws. : ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) built-in

Frequency allowance Carrier power Transmission interference Audio response Emitted power in the adj. channel Microphone sensitivity Drain Modulated signal distortion

+/- 200 Hz 1 W AM / 4 W FM inferior to 4 nW (- 54 dBm) 300 Hz to 3 KHz inferior to 20 µW 7 mV 1,7 A (with modulation) 1,8 % Maxi. sensitivity at 20 dB sinad Frequency response Adjacent channel selectivity Maximum audio power Squelch sensitivity - Frequency image rejection rate - Intermediate frequency rej. rate - Drain Check that RF GAIN (4) is on maximum. Check that the squelch level is properly adjusted. Check that the programmed configuration is the correct one (see table page 53). Check that the volume is set to a comfortable listening level. Check that the microphone is properly plugged in. Check that the antenna is correctly connected and that the SWR is properly adjusted. Check that you are using the same modulation mode as your correspondent.

Check that the antenna is correctly connected and that the SWR is properly adjusted. Check that the microphone is properly plugged in. Check that the programmed configuration is the correct one (see table page 53).

300 Hz to 3 kHz 60 dB minimum 0.2 µV - 120 dBm maximum 1 mV - 47 dBm : 60 dB : 70 dB : 300 mA nominal / 750 mA maximum Check the power supply. Check the connection wiring. Check the fuse. E) HOW TO TRANSMIT OR RECEIVE A MESSAGE Now that you have read the manual, make sure that your CB Radio is ready for use (i.e. check that your antenna is connected). Choose your channel (19, 27). Choose your mode (AM/FM) which must be the same as that of your correspondent.

UHF USB VHF Press the «push-to-talk» switch and announce your message «Attention stations, transmission testing» which will allow you to check the clearness and the power of your signal. Release the switch and wait for a reply. You should receive a reply like, «Strong and clear». If you use a calling channel (19, 27) and you have established communication with someone, it is common practice to choose another available channel so as not to block the calling channel. F) GLOSSARY Below you will find some of the most frequently used CB radio expressions. Remember this is meant for fun and that you are by no means obliged to use them. In an emergency, you should be as clear as possible.

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Long Distance Liaison Dual Watch Frequency Modulation Greenwich Meantime High Frequency Low Frequency Lower Side Band Receiver Single Side Band Standing Wave Ratio Short Wave Listening Short Wave CB Transceiver Ultra High Frequency Upper Side Band Very High Frequency Amplitude Modulation Citizen’s Band Channel Continuous Wave Blocking the channel Blue boys

Flashing lights of police car Slow down Channel 1 A CB set in fixed location Policeman Speeding fine Police station Motorway Absolutely Signal from an adjacent channel interfering with the transmission : Pressing the PTT switch without talking : Police English

English Break Breaker Clean and green Cleaner channel Coming in loud and proud Doughnut Down and gone Down one Do you copy? Eighty eights Eye ball Good buddy Hammer Handle Harvey wall banger How am I hitting you? Keying the mike Kojac with a kodak Land line Lunch box Man with a gun Mayday Meat wagon Midnight shopper Modulation Negative copy Over your shoulder Part your hair Pull your hammer back Rat race

Used to ask permission to join a conversation A CBer wishing to join a channel Clear of police Channel with less interference Good reception Tyre Turning CB off Go to a lower channel Understand? Long distance Love and kisses CBers meeting together Fellow CBer Accelerator CBer’s nickname Dangerous driver How are you receiving me? Pressing the PTT switch without talking Police radar Telephone CB set Police radar SOS Ambulance Thief Conversation No reply Right behind you Behave yourself - police ahead Slow down Congested traffic Rubberbander Sail boat fuel Smokey dozing Smokey with a camera Spaghetti bowl Stinger Turkey Up one Wall to wall What am I putting to you?

New CBer Wind Parked police car Police radar Interchange Antenna Dumb CBer Go up one channel All over/everywhere Please give me an S-meter reading

English Jean-Gilbert MULLER General Manager Balaruc, the 2009-06-15 EN 300 135-1 V1.1.2 (2000-8) EN 300 433-1 V1.1.3 (2000-12) EN 300 433-2 V1.1.2 (2000-12) EN 301 489-1 V1.7.1 (2007-4) EN 301 489-13 V1.2.1 (2002-8) EN 60215 ( 1996) is in conformity with the essential requirements of the Directive 1999/5/CE (Article 3) adapted to the national law, as well as with the following European Standards: Brand : PRESIDENT Model : HARRY III Classic Manufactured in PRC We, GROUPE PRESIDENT ELECTRONICS, Route de Sète, BP 100 – 34540 Balaruc – FRANCE, declare, on our own responsibility that the CB radio-communication transceiver

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26,965 MHz 26,975 MHz 26,985 MHz 27,005 MHz 27,015 MHz 27,025 MHz 27,035 MHz 27,055 MHz 27,065 MHz 27,075 MHz 27,085 MHz 27,105 MHz 27,115 MHz 27,125 MHz 27,135 MHz 27,155 MHz 27,165 MHz 27,175 MHz 27,185 MHz 27,205 MHz

27,215 MHz 27,225 MHz 27,255 MHz 27,235 MHz 27,245 MHz 27,265 MHz 27,275 MHz 27,285 MHz 27,295 MHz 27,305 MHz 27,315 MHz 27,325 MHz 27,335 MHz 27,345 MHz 27,355 MHz 27,365 MHz 27,375 MHz 27,385 MHz 27,395 MHz 27,405 MHz

27,80125 MHz 27,81125 MHz 27,82125 MHz 27,83125 MHz 27,84125 MHz 27,85125 MHz 27,86125 MHz 27,87125 MHz 27,88125 MHz 27,89125 MHz 27,90125 MHz 27,91125 MHz 27,92125 MHz 27,93125 MHz 27,94125 MHz 27,95125 MHz 27,96125 MHz 27,97125 MHz 27,98125 MHz 27,99125 MHz

26,965 MHz 26,975 MHz 26,985 MHz 27,005 MHz 27,015 MHz 27,025 MHz 27,035 MHz 27,055 MHz 27,065 MHz 27,075 MHz 27,085 MHz 27,105 MHz 27,115 MHz 27,125 MHz 27,135 MHz 27,155 MHz 27,165 MHz 27,175 MHz 27,185 MHz 27,205 MHz

27,215 MHz 27,225 MHz 27,255 MHz 27,235 MHz 27,245 MHz 27,265 MHz 27,275 MHz 27,285 MHz 27,295 MHz 27,305 MHz 27,315 MHz 27,325 MHz 27,335 MHz 27,345 MHz 27,355 MHz 27,365 MHz 27,375 MHz 27,385 MHz 27,395 MHz 27,405 MHz

26,565 MHz 26,575 MHz 26,585 MHz 26,595 MHz 26,605 MHz 26,615 MHz 26,625 MHz 26,635 MHz 26,645 MHz 26,655 MHz 26,665 MHz 26,675 MHz 26,685 MHz 26,695 MHz 26,705 MHz 26,715 MHz 26,725 MHz 26,735 MHz 26,745 MHz 26,755 MHz

26,765 MHz 26,775 MHz 26,785 MHz 26,795 MHz 26,805 MHz 26,815 MHz 26,825 MHz 26,835 MHz 26,845 MHz 26,855 MHz 26,865 MHz 26,875 MHz 26,885 MHz 26,895 MHz 26,905 MHz 26,915 MHz 26,925 MHz 26,935 MHz 26,945 MHz 26,955 MHz

26,960 MHz 26,970 MHz 26,980 MHz 27,000 MHz 27,010 MHz 27,020 MHz 27,030 MHz 27,050 MHz 27,060 MHz 27,070 MHz 27,080 MHz 27,100 MHz 27,110 MHz 27,120 MHz 27,130 MHz 27,150 MHz 27,160 MHz 27,170 MHz 27,180 MHz 27,200 MHz

27,210 MHz 27,220 MHz 27,250 MHz 27,230 MHz 27,240 MHz 27,260 MHz 27,270 MHz 27,280 MHz 27,290 MHz 27,300 MHz 27,310 MHz 27,320 MHz 27,330 MHz 27,340 MHz 27,350 MHz 27,360 MHz 27,370 MHz 27,380 MHz 27,390 MHz 27,400 MHz