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USER MANUAL JIMMY III PRESIDENT

7) PÉDALE D’ÉMISSION PTT (Push To Talk)

English23 Welcome to the world of the new generation of CB radios. The new PRESIDENT range gives you access to top performance transceiver equipment. With the use of up-to-date technology, which guarantees unprecedented quality, your PRESIDENT JIMMY III 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 JIMMY III. A) INSTALLATION

1) WHERE AND HOW TO MOUNT YOUR MOBILE CB RADIO

a) You should choose a well ventilated place 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 loudspeaker 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.

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 transceiver antenna should be higher than this. English24 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 by one of a dif- ferent value.

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) a) Connect the microphone. b) Check the antenna connections. c) Turn the set on by turning the VOL knob (1) clockwise. d) Turn the squelch SQ knob (2) to minimum M. e) Adjust the volume to a comfortable level. f) Go to channel 20 by using the / keys (4) on the transceiver.

5) HOW TO ADJUST SWR (Standing Wave Ratio)

Warning: This must be carried out when you use your radio for the first time

and whenever you re-position your antenna. This adjustment must be car- ried out in an obstacle-free area.

• 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 on channel 20 in AM. - Put the switch on the SWR-meter to position FWD (calibration). - Press the PTT “push-to-talk” switch (7) on the microphone to transmit. - Bring the index needle to by using the calibration key. - 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 § HOW TO ADJUST SWR, below). - 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).

OUTPUT RADIUS PATTERN

c) Fixed antenna - A fixed antenna should be installed in as clear 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 JIMMY III is protected against an inversion of polarities. However, before switching it on, you are advised to check all the connec- tions. 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) 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. English25 - 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, readjust your antenna to obtain a reading as close as possible to 1. (A SWR reading between 1 and 1.8 is acceptable). - It will be necessary to recalibrate 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 3 m. Your transceiver is now ready for use.

Turn on : turn VOL knob (1) clockwise. The radio emits a beep if the key beep is activated (see § KEY BEEP page 26). The radio is “on”. Display briefly shows the frequency band (see § FREQUENCY BAND SELEC- TION page 26). Turn Off : turn VOL knob (1) counterclockwise until radio emits click sound. Your radio is “off”. Volume Adjustment: rotate VOL knob (1) clockwise to increase the volume. Turn the same knob counterclockwise to reduce the sound level.

2) ASC (Automatic Squelch Control) ~ 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 SQ knob (2) anti-clockwise into ASC position. ASC appears on display. No repetitive manual adjustment and a permanent improvement between the sensitivity and the listening comfort when ASC is active. This function can be disconnected by turning the switch clockwise. In this case the squelch adjustment becomes manual again. ASC disappears from display. b) MANUAL SQUELCH Turn the SQ knob (2) 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 allows you to visualize all the functions: The BARGRAPH displays the reception level and the transmitted power level.

4) CHANNEL SELECTOR ~ SCAN

CHANNEL SELECTOR: keys / on the unit These keys allow you to move up or down the channels. A beep sound is emitted each time the channel is changed if the key beep is activate (see § KEY BEEP page 26). SCAN Scans channels.

1. Press and hold the / keys simultaneously to activate SCAN mode.

MODE (AM/FM) Press the MODE (5) key to select the modulation mode: AM, FM. The selected mode appears on display. 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 obstacles at middle distance (the most used). In U configuration only: a short press on the MODE key (5) alternates be- tween the ENG or CEPT frequency bands. “UK” is displayed when the ENG frequency band is selected. “UK” disappears from display when the CEPT frequency band is selected (see table on page 38). English26 EMG (long press) Emergency channels will be automatically selected by pressing the EMG key (5). First press : emergency channel 1 is activated. Second press: emergency channel 2 is activated. Third press: return to the current channel. The emergency channels are see page 42. VOLUME ACCESSORY This function allows you to control the volume of the unit and of an accessory connected to the 6-pin plug (accessory available soon). Briefly press the F key (6) and then the MODE key (5) to modify the value. C0 or stored value flashes. Use the / keys (4) to change the value. Press the PTT switch (7) to validate the chosen value. C0 - VOL button (1) affects internal speaker volume. C1 - VOL button (1) affects accessory’s volume. C2 - VOL button (1) affects the volume of the internal speaker and of the accessory. Default value is

FREQUENCY BAND SELECTION (F) See page 27 VOX The VOX function allows transmitting by speaking into the original microphone (or in the optional vox microphone) without pressing the PTT switch (7). Long press the VOX key (6) in order to activate the VOX function. “VOX” appears on the display. Long press again the VOX key (6) to disable the function. “VOX” disappears. VOX SETTING (Combination 6+6)

1. Press the VOX/F button (6) once briefly, then press the VOX/F button (6)

a second time for one second to enter VOX ADJUSTMENT mode. “VOX” flashes, and the active parameter and its value appear in the display. Three parameters are used to adjust VOX: Sensitivity: L / Anti-Vox: A / Delay: t.

3. When all adjustments are done, press PTT switch (7) to store and exit. A long

beep sounds to confirm the success of the operation.

4. If no key is pressed for 10 seconds, the unit automatically exits the function

VOX SETTING without save. - Sensitivity L: allows the adjustment of the microphone (original one or optional vox) for an optimum transmission quality. Adjustable level from L1 (high level) to L9 (low level). Default value: L5. - Anti-Vox A : allows disabling the transmission generated by the surrounding noise. The level is adjustable. AF (according the squelch level) and from A0 (without anti-vox) to A9 (low level). Default value: AF. - Delay time t: allows avoiding the sudden cut of the transmission by adding a delay at the end of speaking. The level is adjustable from t1 (short delay)

t9 (long delay). Default value: t1. VOX SETTING doesn’t activate the VOX function automatically.

7) PTT (Push To Talk)

is displayed and release to listen to an incoming communication,

8) 6-pin microphone plug

The plug is located on the front panel of your transceiver, making it easy to integrate into your vehicle’s dashboard. See Cabling Diagram on page 41. A) DC-POWER TERMINAL (13.2 V) B) ANTENNA CONNECTOR (SO-239) C) JACK FOR EXTERNAL OPTIONAL SPEAKER (8 Ω, Ø 3.5 mm)

Some operations like changing the channels, pressing the buttons, etc. are confirmed by a beep sound. This beep can be activated or deactivated as follows: Switch on the unit by holding down the key on the front panel. B0 indicates that the beep is activated. Bf indicates that the beep is deactivated. English27

2) FREQUENCY BAND SELECTION (F)

(Configuration: EU ; PL ; d ; EC ; U ; In) The frequency bands have to be chosen according to the country of use. Don’t use any other configuration. Some countries require a user’s licence. See table on page 43.

1. Switch on the unit by pressing and holding the F key (6). The letter corres-

ponding to the current configuration flashes.

2. In order to change the configuration, use the / keys (4) on the unit.

3. When the configuration is selected, press the F key (6) during 1 second.

The letter corresponding to the configuration is continously displayed and a confirmation beep sounds.

4. At this point, confirm your selection by switching the unit off and then

switching it on again. See frequency bands on pages 38 to 40 / configuration table on page 42.

- Channels : 40 - Modulation modes : AM / FM - Frequency ranges : from 26.965 MHz to 27.405 MHz - Antenna impedance : 50 ohms - Power supply : 13.2 V - Dimensions : 115 (W) x 130 (D) x 45 (H) mm - Weight : 0.560 kg - Accessories supplied : 1 microphone electret with support, mounting cradle, screws and fused power cord.

- Check that the antenna is correctly connected and that the SWR is properly adjusted. - Check that the microphone is properly plugged in. - You are using the same modulation mode as your correspondent. - Check that the programmed configuration is the correct one (see table page 42).

2) YOUR RADIO WILL NOT RECEIVE OR RECEPTION IS POOR

- Check that the squelch level is properly adjusted. - Check that the volume (1) is set to a comfortable listening level. - 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 correspond- ent. - Check that the programmed configuration is the correct one (see table page 42). - Consult the VOLUME ACCESSORY menu page 27.

3) YOUR RADIO WILL NOT LIGHT UP

- Check the power supply. - Check the connection wiring. - Check the fuse. English28 F) 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). Press the «push-to-talk» switch (7) 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) and you have established communication with someone, it is common practice to choose another available channel so as not to block the calling channel. G) GLOSSARY

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, Groupe President Electronics, declares that the CB radio equipment : Brand: PRESIDENT Type: TXPR046 Commercial Name: JIMMY III is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://president-electronics.com/DC/TXPR046.29 NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY WITHOUT THE DEALER STAMP Date of purchase : ........................................................................................ Type : CB Radio JIMMY III Serial N°: ......................................................................................................

Technical Manager and Quality Manager This device is guaranteed 2 years parts and labor in its country of purchase against any manu- facturing 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 covered 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 modifica- tion 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.