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USER MANUAL Jackson II Classic PRESIDENT

A Alpha H Hotel O Oscar V Victor B Bravo I India P Papa W Whiskey C Charlie J Juliett Q Quebec X X-ray D Delta K Kilo R Romeo Y Yankee E Echo L Lima S Sierra Z Zulu F Foxtrott M Mike T Tango G Golf N November U Uniform

SIN SELLO DEL DISTRIBUIDOR LA GARANTÍA NO SERÁ VALIDA Español26 English WARNING ! MULTI-NORMS TRANSCEIVER! 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 ampli- fier, which is not covered by the guarantee. See function “F” on page 31 and the Configuration table on page 50. The guarantee of this transceiver is valid only in the country of purchase27 English 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 Welcome to the world of the new generation of CB ra- dios. 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 JACKSON II ASC 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 JACKSON II ASC Classic. A) INSTALLATION

1) WHERE AND HOW TO MOUNT YOUR MOBILE CB RADIO

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.28

2) ANTENNA INSTALLATION

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 p. 29 § 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). 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.

Your PRESIDENT JACKSON II ASC 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.

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.

WARNING: Never replace the original fuse (6 A) by one of a different value.

YOUR SET FOR THE FIRST TIME (without transmitting and without using the «push-to-talk» switch on the microphone) a) Connect the microphone b) Check the antenna connections c) Turn the set on by turning the volume knob (1) clockwise. d) Turn the squelch knob (2) to minimum (M position). e) Adjust the volume to a comfortable level. f) Go to Channel 20 using either the «UP» «DN» key on the microphone or the rotary knob (6).

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.

• Adjustment with the built-in SWR meter - Set the CB to channel 20 in FM. - Turn the RF POWER (1) to maximum, - Put the switch (15) on the to position CAL (calibration). - Press the «push-to-talk» switch (18) on the microphone to transmit. - Bring the index needle to of the Meter by using the calibration key CAL (2). - Change the switch (15) 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.

• Adjustment with an 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 in FM. - Turn the RF POWER (1) to maximum, - Put the switch on the SWR meter to position FWD. - Press the «push-to-talk» switch (18) on the microphone to transmit. - Bring the index needle to ▼, ∞ or SET by using the calibration key CAL. - Change the switch to position REF (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.

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. Your CB is now ready for use.

a) To turn the set on, turn the knob (1) clockwise. b) To increase the sound level, turn the same knob further clockwise. RF POWER Adjustment of the output power in AM and FM mode only. Allows reducing the power in case of a nearby communication with a person who has no RF GAIN. The normal position of this function is set to maximum, fully clockwise.

2) ASC (Automatic Squelch Control) SQUELCH ~ CAL

SQUELCH 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. a) ASC: Automatic Squelch Control Worldwide patent, a PRESIDENT exclusivity. Turn the squelch knob (2) anti-clockwise into ASC position. The «ASC/VOX» led lights up into green. Note: If the VOX function is also active, the led lights up into orange. No repetitive manual adjustment and a permanent improvement in listening comfort when ASC is active. This function can be disconnected by turning the switch clockwise. In this case the manual squelch control becomes active again. The «ASC/VOX» led turns off. b) MANUAL SQUELCH Turn the squelch 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. English30 CAL Allows the calibration of the SWR meter (see page 29 § 5 ADJUSTMENT OF SWR).

3) MIC GAIN ~ RF GAIN ~ VOX

MIC GAIN Adjustment of the sensitivity level of the microphone. The normal position of this function is set to maximum clockwise. RF GAIN This knob is for adjusting sensitivity during reception. For long distance com- munications RF GAIN should be set to maximum. RF GAIN can be reduced to avoid distortion, when your correspondent is close by and when he does not have RF POWER. The normal setting of this function is on maximum (fully clockwise). VOX The VOX function allows transmitting by speaking into the original microphone (or in the optional vox microphone) without pressing the PTT switch. In case of the use of an optional vox mike connected to the rear panel of the radio (VOX MIC jack), the original microphone doesn’t work. a) VOX Mode Press shortly the VOX key in order to activate the VOX function. The red «ASC/ VOX» led lights up. A new pressure on the VOX key switches the function off. The «ASC/VOX» led turns off. Note: If the ASC function is also active, the led turns up into orange. b) VOX adjustment Press during 1 second the VOX key in order to activate the function. Vox adjustment. Three adjustments are possible: Sensitivity, Anti-Vox level/Vox delay time. The preset adjustment is the Sensitivity adjustment. Press shortly the VOX key in order to go to the following adjustment. The display shows the type of adjustment by its first digit and its level by the second digit. - Sensitivity «L5»: allows the adjustment of the microphone (original one or optional vox) for an optimum transmission quality. Adjustable level from 1 (high level) to 9 (low level) by rotating the channel knob or with the UP/DN keys of the original microphone. L corresponds to the Sensitivity (Level). - Anti-Vox «A0»: allows disabling the transmission generated by the surrounding noise. The level is adjustable from 0 (Off) to 9 (low level) by rotating the channel knob or with the UP/DN keys of the original microphone. A corresponds to Anti-Vox. - Delay Time « 5»: allows avoiding the sudden cut of the transmission by adding a delay at the end of speaking. The level is adjustable from 1 (short delay) to 9 (long delay) by rotating the channel selector or with the UP/DN keys of the original microphone. corresponds to delay time. Once the adjustments are done, press during 1 second the VOX key in order to quit the Vox Adjustment Mode.

FINE: This function allows a frequency deviation during LSB/USB reception in order to improve the clearness of your correspondent’s voice. COARSE: This function allows a frequency deviation in reception. The normal setting of this function is on the central position.

5) FM / AM / USB / LSB MODE SELECTOR

This switch allows selecting the modulation mode AM, FM, LSB or USB; Your modulation mode has to correspond to the one of your correspondent. Frequency Modulation /FM: for nearby communications on a flat open field. Amplitude Modulation / AM: communication on a field with relief and ob- stacles at middle distance (the most used). Upper and Lower Side Band / USB-LSB: used for long distance communications (according to the propagation conditions).

6) CHANNEL SELECTOR: knob and UP/DN keys of the microphone

These switches allow increasing or decreasing a channel number. A «Beep» sounds each time the channel changes if the Beep function is activated (see Beep Function hereunder). KEY BEEP Some functions like changing channels, pressure on keys etc. are confirmed by a beep tone. This beep tone can be activated or deactivated by the user. To enable/disable Beep tone, turn on the power while pressing the mic “DN” (6) key. SCAN FUNCTION In order to activate the SCAN function (research of the channels) in an increas- ing way, press the UP (6) key during 2,5 seconds. The scanning automatically starts 3 seconds after the end of the transmission if no key is activated. The scanning starts again in an increasing way by using the UP (6) key of the microphone or in a decreasing way with the DN (6) key of the mike. English31

The digital LED display shows the channel, its con- figuration and the level of some adjustments.

This led is green when the ASC function is active and red when the VOX function is active. It’s orange when both functions are active.

This led is red in transmission and green when a signal is received.

The DIMMER function allows adjusting the brightness of the lighting.

11) F - FREQUENCY BAND SELECTION

(configuration: EU; PL; d; EC; U; In) The frequency bands have to be chosen according with the country of use. Don’t use another configuration. Some countries need a user’s licence. See table page 51. Proceeding: - switch off the transceiver. Put the switch (11) on «F» position and switch on again. The letter corresponds to the blinking configuration. - In order to change the configuration, use the channel selector on the front panel or the UP/DN keys (6) of the microphone. - When the configuration is selected, put the switch (11) on «OFF». The letter that corresponds to the configuration are continuously displayed. At this point, confirm the selection by switching off the transceiver and then switching it on again. See the configurations / frequency bands table at pages 46 to 50.

12) PRIORITY CHANNEL

This switch selects channel 9 or 19 according to the configuration. See table page 50.

The Roger beep sounds while releasing the microphone key in order to let your correspondent speak. Historically, CB is a mode of «simplex» communication. This means that 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 to talk, he said “Roger” in order to prevent his correspondent that it was his turn to talk. “Roger” has been replaced by a beep. There comes «Roger beep» from. Note: the «Roger Beep» also sounds in the loudspeaker if the function is al- ready active while switching on the transceiver. If the function is on OFF while switching on the radio, only the correspondent can hear the «Roger Beep».

3 positions switch: Off / NB.ANL filter activated / NB.ANL + HI-CUT activated. NB.ANL: Noise Blanker / Automatic Noise Limiter. These filters allow reducing back ground noises and some reception interferences. In FM and USB/LSB mode, only the NB filter is active. HI-CUT: Cuts out the high frequency interferences and has to be used in accordance with the reception conditions.

15) S/RF ~ SWR ~ CAL

3 positions switch: changing meter function. S/RF Analogue S/RF meter which shows the power in transmission and reception. SWR Shows the value of the SWR (see proceedings of the SWR adjustment at page 29). CAL Calibration of the SWR meter (see proceedings of the SWR meter at page 29).

Shows the level of the signal in transmission and reception, the SWR or the calibration of the SWR according to the position of the S/RF~SWR~CAL (15) switch.

17) 6-PIN MICROPHONE PLUG

This plug is situated on the front panel of the radio making the setting of the equipment into the dashboard easier. See the cabling diagram at page 49. English32

Transmission key, press to speak and release to receive a message. TOT (Time Out Timer) If the PTT key (18) is pressed for more than 5 minutes, the transmission ends, RX/TX Led and Channel blink. Released the PTT key (18) and press it again to continue. A) POWER SUPPLY (13.2 V) B) ANTENNA CONNECTOR (SO-239) C) JACK FOR EXTERNAL LOUDSPEAKER (8 Ω, Ø 3,5 mm) D) JACK FOR OPTIONAL VOX MIKE (Ø 2,5 mm)

0.35 µV -116 dBm (FM)

- 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 RF POWER switch (1) is set on maximum. - Check that the CLARIFIER, FINE/COARSE (4) switches are set on central position. - Check that the programmed configuration is the correct one (see p. 50).

2) YOUR CB RADIO WILL NOT RECEIVE OR RECEPTION IS POOR

- Check that the RFGAIN (3) is set on maximum. - Check that the squelch level is properly adjusted. - Check that the programmed configuration is the correct one (see p. 50). - 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 CLARIFIER, FINE/COARSE (4) switches are set on central position.

3) YOUR CB WILL NOT LIGHT UP

- 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). English33 Choose your channel (19, 27). Choose your mode (AM/FM) which must be the same as that of your corre- spondent. Press the «push-to-talk» switch and announce your message «Attention sta- tions, 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.

INTERNATIONAL PHONETIC ALPHABET

A Alpha H Hotel O Oscar V Victor B Bravo I India P Papa W Whiskey C Charlie J Juliett Q Quebec X X-ray D Delta K Kilo R Romeo Y Yankee E Echo L Lima S Sierra Z Zulu F Foxtrott M Mike T Tango G Golf N November U Uniform TECHNICAL VOCABULARY AM : Amplitude Modulation CB : Citizen’s Band CH : Channel CW : Continuous Wave DX : Long Distance Liaison DW : Dual Watch FM : Frequency Modulation GMT : Greenwich Meantime HF : High Frequency LF : Low Frequency LSB : Lower Side Band RX : Receiver SSB : Single Side Band SWR : Standing Wave Ratio SWL : Short Wave Listening SW : Short Wave TX : CB Transceiver UHF : Ultra High Frequency USB : Upper Side Band VHF : Very High Frequency CB LANGUAGE Advertising : Flashing lights of police car Back off : Slow down Basement : Channel 1 Base station : A CB set in fixed location Bear : Policeman Bear bite : Speeding fine Bear cage : Police station Big slab : Motorway Big 10-4 : Absolutely Bleeding : Signal from an adjacent channel interfering with the transmission Blocking the channel : Pressing the PTT switch without talking Blue boys : Police Break : Used to ask permission to join a conversation Breaker : A CBer wishing to join a channel Clean and green : Clear of police Cleaner channel : Channel with less interference Coming in loud and proud : Good reception Doughnut : Tyre Down and gone : Turning CB off Down one : Go to a lower channel Do you copy? : Understand? DX : Long distance Eighty eights : Love and kisses Eye ball : CBers meeting together Good buddy : Fellow CBer Hammer : Accelerator Handle : CBer’s nickname Harvey wall banger : Dangerous driver How am I hitting you? : How are you receiving me? Keying the mike : Pressing the PTT switch without talking Kojac with a kodak : Police radar Land line : Telephone Lunch box : CB set Man with a gun : Police radar Mayday : SOS English34 Meat wagon : Ambulance Midnight shopper : Thief Modulation : Conversation Negative copy : No reply Over your shoulder : Right behind you Part your hair : Behave yourself - police ahead Pull your hammer back : Slow down Rat race : Congested traffic Rubberbander : New CBer Sail boat fuel : Wind Smokey dozing : Parked police car Smokey with a camera : Police radar Spaghetti bowl : Interchange Stinger : Antenna Turkey : Dumb CBer Up one : Go up one channel Wall to wall : All over/everywhere What am I putting to you? : Please give me an S-meter reading.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We, GROUPE PRESIDENT ELECTRONICS, Route de Sète, BP 100 – 34540 Balaruc – FRANCE, Declare, on our own responsibility that the CB radio-communi- cation transceiver Brand : PRESIDENT Model : JACKSON II ASC Classic Made in Vietnam 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: EN 60215(96) EN 300 135-1 V1.1.2 (2000-08) EN 300 135-2 V1.2.1 (2008-02) ETSI EN 301 489-1 V1 9.2 (2011-09) ETSI EN 301 489- 13 V1.2.1 (2002-08) EN 300 433-1 V.1.3.1 (05-2011) EN 300 433-2 V.1.3.1 (05-2011) and is in conformity with Directive RoHS2: 2011/65/EU (2011/06/08). Balaruc, the 2015-05-05 Jean-Gilbert MULLER General Manager English35

GENERAL WARRANTY CONDITIONS

This device is guaranteed 2 years parts and labour in its country of purchase against any manufacturing defects validated by our technical department. *The After-sales Service of PRESIDENT reserves the right not to apply the warranty if a breakdown is caused by an antenna other than those distributed by PRESIDENT, and if said antenna is at the origin of the breakdown. An extension of 3 years warranty is proposed systematically for the purchase and use of a PRESIDENT antenna, bringing the total duration of the warranty to 5 years. In order to be valid, the warranty certificate must be returned within a period of 30 days after the purchase date to the After-sales Service of the company Groupe President Electronics, or any foreign subsidiary. It is recommended to carefully read the following conditions and to respect them under penalty of losing their benefit.

• To be valid the warranty certificate must be returned to us at the latest 1 month after the purchase.

• Please duly complete the warranty certificate on the right hand side of the page, detach it (portion to be removed marked by dotted line) and send it back.

• Any repair under warranty will be free and the return delivery costs will be borne by our company.

• A purchase proof must be necessarily included with the device to be repaired.

• The dates listed on the warranty certificate and proof of purchase must match.

• Do not proceed with the installation of the device without reading the user manual.

• No spare part will be sent nor exchanged by our services under warranty. The warranty is only valid in the country of purchase. Exclusions (are not covered):

• Damages caused by accident, shock or inadequate packaging.

• Power transistors, microphones, lights, fuses and the non respect of the installation and use of specifications (including but not limited to antenna used with too high power, final output power transistors (SWR), inversion of polarities, bad connections, overvoltage,….)

• The warranty cannot be extended due to the non-availability of the device while it is being serviced at our technical services location, nor by a change of one or more components or spare parts.

• Transceivers which have been modified. The warranty application is excluded in case of modification or poor maintenance done by a third party not approved by our company. If you note malfunctions:

• Check the power supply of your device and the quality of the fuse.

• Check that the antenna, the microphone…. are correctly connected.

• Check that the squelch level is properly adjusted; the programmed configuration is the correct one...

• In case the device is not under warranty, the repair and return of the device will be charged.

• All related documents must be preserved even after the end of the warranty period and if you resell your device, given to the new owner for the After-sales follow-up.

• In case of real malfunction, please contact your dealer first; they will decide action to be taken.

• In case of an intervention not covered by the warranty, an estimate will be established before any repair. Thank you for your trust in the PRESIDENT quality and experience. We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you are completely satisfied with your purchase. Do not forget to return the detachable warranty certificate on the right hand side of this page; it is very important for the identification of your device during a possible rendering of our services. Technical Manager and Quality Manager Date of the purchase: ....................................................................... Type: CB Radio JACKSON II ASC Classic Chrome Serial Number: ..................................................................................