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USER MANUAL Twintalker 3800 Camouflage Pack TOPCOM

14Topcom Twintalker 3800 1 Topcom Twintalker 3800 ENGLISH 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Topcom Twintalker 3800. It’s a short range, low powered radio communication device with a range of maximum 5 Km. It has no running costs other than the minimal cost of re-charging the batteries. TheTwintalker operates on 8 channels according to the PMR (Private Mobile Radio) standard. 2 Intended purpose It can be used for different professional purposes. For example: support crane operation. It can be used for recreational purposes. For example: to keep in contact during travelling with 2 or more cars, biking, skiing. It can be used to keep in contact with your children when they are playing outside, etc... 3 CE Mark The CE symbol on the unit, user guide and giftbox indicates that the unit complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE directive 1995/5/EC. The Declaration of conformity can be found on: http://www.topcom.net/cedeclarations.php 4 Safety instructions

Please read carefully through the following information concerning safety and proper use. Make yourself familiar with all functions of the device. Keep this manual in a safe place for future use.

4.2 Burning injuries

• If the cover of the antenna is damaged, do not touch because when an antenna comes in contact with the skin, a minor burn may result when transmitting.

• Batteries can cause property damage such as burns if conductive material such as jewellery, keys or beaded chains touches exposed terminals.The material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse or other container with metal objects.

• Do not place your device in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force. If a PMR is placed in the bag deployment area and the air bag inflates, the communicator may be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to the occupants of the vehicle.

• Keep the PMR at least 15 centimetres away from a pacemaker.

• Turn your PMR OFF as soon as interference is taking place with medical equipment.2 Topcom Twintalker 3800 Topcom Twintalker 3800

4.4 Danger of explosion

• Do not replace batteries in a potentially explosive atmosphere. Contact sparking may occur while installing or removing batteries and cause an explosion.

• Turn your PMR off when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.

• Never throw batteries in fire as they may explode.

4.5 Poisoning danger

• Keep batteries away from small children.

• In some countries it is prohibited to use your PMR while driving a vehicle. In this case leave the road before using the device.

• Turn your PMR OFF when on board an aircraft when instructed to do so. Any use of the PMR must be in accordance with airline regulations or crew instructions.

• Turn your PMR OFF in any facilities where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy.

• Replacing or modifying the antenna may affect the PMR radio specifications and violate the CE regulations. Unauthorised antennas could also damage the radio.

• Do not touch the antenna while transmitting, it could affect the range.

• Remove the batteries if the device is not going to be used for a long period. 5 Cleaning and maintenance

• To clean the unit, wipe with a soft cloth dampened with water. Don’t use a cleaner or solvents on the unit; they can damage the case and leak inside, causing permanent damage.

• Battery contacts may be wiped with a dry lint-free cloth.

• If the unit gets wet, turn it off and remove the batteries immediately. Dry the battery compartment with a soft cloth to minimize potential water damage. Leave the cover off the battery compartment overnight or until completely dry. Do not use the unit until completely dry. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include fuelling areas such as below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders; and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.Topcom Twintalker 3800 3 Topcom Twintalker 3800 ENGLISH 6 Disposal of the device (environment) At the end of the product lifecycle, you should not throw this product into the normal household garbage but bring the product to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipments. The symbol on the product, user guide and/or box indicate this. Some of the product materials can be re-used if you bring them to a recycling point. By reusing some parts or raw materials from used products you make an important contribution to the protection of the environment. Please contact your local authorities in case you need more information on the collection points in your area. 7 Using a PMR device To communicate between PMR devices they need to be all set on the same channel and CTCSS code and within receiving range (up to max. 5 km in open field). Since these devices use free frequency bands (channels), all devices in operation share these channels(total 8 channels). Therefore, privacy is not garanteed. Anybody with a PMR set to your channel can overhear the conversation. If you want to communicate (transmitting a voice signal) you need to press the -button . Once this button pressed, the device will go into transmit mode and you can speak into the microphone. All other PMR devices in range , on the same channel and in standby mode (not transmitting) will hear your message. You need to wait until the other party stops transmitting before you can reply to the message. At the end of each transmission the unit will send a beep if the Roger Beep is enabled (see chapter 14.10). To reply, just press the -button and speak into the microphone. 8 Included in the package

• 2 x NiMH (3 x AA) battery pack

• 2 x Earpiece with microphone and PTT button

• Card with service address and Hotline

If 2 or more users press the - button at the same time the receiver will receive only the stongest signal and the other signal(s) will be supressed. Therefore you should only transmit a signal (press - button ) when the channel is free.

104 Topcom Twintalker 3800Topcom Twintalker 3800 9 Getting started 10 Charging batteries

9.1 Removing/Installing the Belt

1. To remove the belt clip from the unit,

push the belt clip (B), while pulling the clip away from the unit (A).

2. To install the belt clip, align the pin with

the hole in the backside. Gently push until it clicks into position.

9.2 Battery Installation

1. Remove the belt clip (See chapter

2. Pull the battery cover tab (C) and gently

remove the battery cover (D).

3. Install the enclosed 3 x AA NiMh

batteries following the polarity as shown (E).

4. Re-install the Battery Cover and Belt

Clip (See chapter 9.1.2). When using rechargeable batteries you can use an optional adapter to charge.

• Insert three (3) “AA” rechargeable batteries.

• Plug the small plug of the adapter into the SPK/ MIC/CHG jack (15) and the other end in the electrical socket.

• Make sure that the unit is switched off in order to charge the batteries properly. NOTE: It takes approximately 7 to 10 hours to fully charge the batteries.

Only use the enclosed AC/DC ADAPTER with “AA” rechargeable batteries. Do not charge this unit when regular “AA” alkaline batteries are installed!Topcom Twintalker 3800 5 Topcom Twintalker 3800 ENGLISH 11 Battery Charge Level The BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL is indicated by the number of bars present inside the BATTERY icon on the LCD Display.

• Battery empty When the BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL is low, the BATTERY icon will flash to indicate that the batteries need to be replaced or recharged. 12 Description See folded cover page - Illustration 1 13 LCD Display information See folded cover page - Illustration 2

16. RX icon - Displayed when receiving a signal

20. Dual Scan icon - Displayed when dual scan mode is active

21. VOX icon - Displayed in Voice controlled (Vox) mode

22. Scan icon - Displayed when scan mode is active

– Decrease the speaker volume – Select the previous item in the menu.

– Press To Talk or release to listen – Confirm a setting in the menu

– Increase the speaker volume – Select the next item in the menu

VOX SCAN DCM Dispose of batteries at a designated battery disposal unit and not in the household waste. Do not short-circuit & dispose of in fire. Remove the batteries if this device is not going to be used for a long period.6 Topcom Twintalker 3800 Topcom Twintalker 3800 14 Using the Twintalker 3800

14.1 Turning the Unit ON/OFF

14.2 Adjusting Speaker Volume

14.3 Receiving a Signal

The unit is continuously in the RECEIVE mode when the unit is switched ON and not transmitting.

14.4 Transmitting a Signal

• Press and hold the - button for 2 seconds. The unit will “beep” and the LCD display will display the current channel. To switch OFF:

• Press and hold the - button for 2 seconds. The unit will “beep” and the LCD display will turn blank.

• Press the - button in stand-by-mode to increase the speaker volume. The volume level is displayed.

• Press the - button to decrease the speaker volume.

• Press and hold the - button to TRANSMIT. The TX symbol is displayed.

• Hold the unit in a vertical position with the MICROPHONE 10cm from the mouth and speak into the microphone.

• Release the - button when you want to stop transmitting. SCAN SCAN VOX VOX DCM DCM

In order for other people to receive your transmission, they must also be on the same channel and have set the same CTCSS code. (See chapter

To check the channel activity use the monitor function (See chapter 14.7). The maximum transmitting time is limited to 1 minute. Release and press PTT - button to restart transmitting. 10Topcom Twintalker 3800 7 Topcom Twintalker 3800 ENGLISH

14.5 Changing Channels

14.6 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System)

The 2 digit CTCSS code corresponds to a specific tone frequency the radio emits. Two users, with the same channel and CTCSS set can hear one another. They will not be able to hear anyone else on the channel unless the other radios have the same exact CTCSS code enabled. The Twintalker 3800 has 38 CTCSS codes available.

You can use the monitor feature to check for weaker signals in the current channel.

• Press the - button and the - button at the same time to activate channel monitoring.

• Press the - button to stop monitoring.

• Press the - button once, the current channel number flashes on the display.

• Press the - button or the - button to change the channel.

• Press the - button to confirm and return to stand-by mode.

• Press the - button twice, the current CTCSS code flashes on the display.

• Press the - button or the - button to change to another code.

• Press the - button to confirm and return to stand-by mode. VOX SCAN DCM

If no button is pressed within 5 seconds during setting, the unit will return to standby. VOX SCAN DCM

• Any PMR set on the same channel can receive and listen to the conversation, also when the other uses a CTCSS code.

• To disable CTCSS code, set the code to ‘0’.

The PMR is capable of voice activated (VOX) transmission. In VOX mode, the radio will transmit a signal when it is activated by your voice or other sound around you. VOX operation is not recommended if you plan to use your radio in a noisy or windy environment.

A call tone alerts others that you want to start talking.

14.9.1 Setting the Call Tone

The Twintalker 3800 has 5 call tones

14.9.2 Sending a call Tone

Press the button briefly. The call tone will be transmitted on the set channel.

14.10 Roger Beep On/Off

After the PTT - button is released, the unit will send out a roger beep to confirm that you have stopped talking.

• Press the - button three times, the current VOX setting flashes on the display and the VOX icon is displayed.

• Press the -button to turn the VOX feature ON. Press the -button again to set the VOX sensitivity level between 1 and 3. Press the button until ‘OF’ appears on the display, to turn VOX OFF.

• Press the - button to confirm and return to stand-by mode.

• Press the - button four times, ‘CA’ is displayed.

• Press the - button or the - button to change to another Call Tone. Select ‘OF’ to disable the call tones.

• Press the - button to confirm and return to stand-by mode.

• Press the - button five times, the current Roger Beep setting flashes on the display and ‘ro’ is displayed.

disable (OF) the Roger Beep.

• Press the - button to confirm and return to stand-by mode. VOX SCAN DCM

When a button is pressed, the unit will beep briefly.

Channel scan performs searches for active signals in an endless loop from channel 1 to 8 including the CTCSS codes

14.13 Dual Channel scan

In stand-by, the PMR is set on one set channel with CTCSS code. The PMR will only receive signals transmitted on that channel and CTCSS code. Dual Channel Monitor allows you to monitor a second channel with CTCSS code. Press the -button seven times to disable the function. Then press the - button or the - button until ‘OF’ is displayed.

• Press the - button six times, the current Key Tone setting flashed on the display and ‘to’ is displayed.

• Press the - button or the - button to enable (ON) or disable (OF) the Key Tone.

• Press the - button to confirm and return to stand-by mode.

• Press and hold the - button . Press the - button briefly to activate Channel Scan. The channel scan icon is displayed.

• When an active signal (one of 8 channels) is detected, press the - button to fix the channel and starts communicating over the active channel. If you don’t press the PTT - button , Channel Scan will restart after 5 seconds.

• Press the - button or the - button to bypass the current channel and continue to search for another active channel.

• Press the - button briefly to deactivate Channel Scan.

• Press the - button seven times, the dual channel scan icon appears on the display.

• Press the - button or the - button to change the channel.

• Press the - button to confirm the channel selection and go to CTCSS SUB-CHANNEL SELECTION.

• Press the - button or the - button to change the CTCSS.

• Press the - button to confirm and return to stand-by mode. VOX SCAN DCM

710 Topcom Twintalker 3800Topcom Twintalker 3800 When the Dual Channel Monitor function is activated, the PMR will switch sequentially between the standby channel + CTCSS and the Dual Channel + CTCSS. When there is activity on the Dual Channel + CTCSS, the active channel will be displayed for 5 seconds after the activity has ended. Within this period, you have the posibility to answer the transmission.

The Twintalker 3800 has a chronometer function (mm:ss).

14.15 Display back light

To activate the backlight of the LCD display, press any button except the - button or the button . The LCD backlight will light up for 5 seconds. 15 Earpiece connection The Twintalker 3800 can be used with the included earpiece. The connector is located under the protective rubber cover on top of the unit

To attach the earpiece, remove the rubber flap to expose the connector. Insert the earpiece plug into the connector (2,5mm jack).

• Press and hold the - button for 3 seconds. The counter is displayed.

• Press the - button to start counting.

• Press the - button again to stop counting and see the lap time. The counter continues in the background. Press the - button to proceed counting.

• When the counter is stopped, press the - button to reset the counter.

• Press and hold the - button for 3 seconds to go back to stand-by. VOX SCAN DCM

Do not connect other earpieces. This may damage your device.Topcom Twintalker 3800 11 Topcom Twintalker 3800 ENGLISH 16 Troubleshooting 17 Technical specifications No power Clean the battery contacts with a soft cloth. Replace the batteries. No transmission Make sure the - button is pressed completely before you speak. Monitor the channel activity and switch to another channel if the current is used. No reception Check the speaker volume. Make sure that you are in the reception range of the sender and change if necessary your location. Limited Range and noice during transmission The talking range depends on the terrain. Steal constructions, concrete buildings or the use in vehicles have a bad influence on the range. Try to avoid as many obstacles as possible and communicate in a clear line of sight. Change your locations. Interference The receiver and transmitter are too close. The mimimum distance between 2 units is 1,5m. Channels Sub-code Frequency Range Batteries Transmission Power Modulation Type Channel spacing Duo Charger adapter

Channel Frequency Chart: CTCSS Code Chart Channel Frequency (MHz

18.1 Warranty period

The Topcom units have a 24-month warranty period. The warranty period starts on the day the new unit is purchased. Consumables or defects causing a negligible effect on operation or value of the equipment are not covered. The warranty has to be proven by presentation of the original purchase receipt, on which the date of purchase and the unit-model are indicated.

18.2 Warranty handling

A faulty unit needs to be returned to a Topcom service centre including a valid purchase note. If the unit develops a fault during the warranty period, Topcom or its officially appointed service centre will repair any defects caused by material or manufacturing faults free of charge. Topcom will at its discretion fulfill its warranty obligations by either repairing or exchanging the faulty units or parts of the faulty units. In case of replacement, colour and model can be different from the original purchased unit. The initial purchase date shall determine the start of the warranty period. The warranty period is not extended if the unit is exchanged or repaired by Topcom or its appointed service centres.

14.6 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System)

Channel Frequency Chart: CTCSS Code Chart Channel Frequency (MHz

14.6 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System)

Channel Frequency Chart: CTCSS Code Chart Channel Frequency (MHz

14.6 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System)

Channel Frequency Chart: CTCSS Code Chart Channel Frequency (MHz

14.6 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System)

Channel Frequency Chart: CTCSS Code Chart Channel Frequency (MHz

14.6 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System)

Channel Frequency Chart: CTCSS Code Chart Channel Frequency (MHz

14.6 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System)

Channel Frequency Chart: CTCSS Code Chart Channel Frequency (MHz

Channel Frequency Chart: CTCSS Code Chart Channel Frequency (MHz

Channel Frequency Chart: CTCSS Code Chart Channel Frequency (MHz

14.6 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System)

Channel Frequency Chart: CTCSS Code Chart Channel Frequency (MHz

14.6 CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) (ɫɢɫɬɟɦɚ

Channel Frequency Chart: CTCSS Code ChartChannel Frequency (MHz

Channel Frequency Chart: CTCSS Code Chart Channel Frequency (MHz

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