AE 6120 VOX - Radio ALBRECHT - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	CB radio with VOX function
Brand	Albrecht
Model	AE 6120 VOX
Dimensions	111 x 104 x 25 mm
Weight	300 g
Power supply	12 V DC (via cigarette lighter socket)
Frequency range	26,565 - 27,405 MHz
Modulation	AM / FM
Transmission power	4 W (AM/FM)
Receiver sensitivity	1 μV for 10 dB SINAD
Main functions	VOX, automatic and manual squelch, S-meter, channel scan, emergency channels 9/19, country selection, settings menu
VOX function	Activation/Deactivation, adjustable sensitivity (9 levels), adjustable delay (9 levels)
Automatic squelch (ASQ)	9 sensitivity levels
Manual squelch	34 adjustment levels
Available country codes	d, EC, Po, UK, E, I2, In
Antenna connector	UHF (SO-239)
External speaker output	16 ohms, 2-4 W (BTL output)
Operating temperature	-20 °C to +50 °C
Care and cleaning	Clean with a dry, soft cloth. Do not use abrasive products or solvents.
Safety	Do not use without antenna connected; use only 12 V power supply; do not short-circuit the external speaker pins.
Warranty	2 years from date of purchase (excluding normal wear and handling defects)
Package contents	Radio, microphone, cigarette lighter cord, mounting bracket, user guide

Frequently Asked Questions - AE 6120 VOX ALBRECHT

How to turn the AE 6120 VOX radio on and off?

To turn on the radio, press the rotary knob. To turn it off, press and hold the knob.

How to change country on the AE 6120 VOX?

Turn off the radio. Press and hold the MODE (AM/FM) button while turning the radio back on. Release the button, then use the UP/DN buttons to select the country code (d, EC, Po, UK, E, I2, In). Turn off and on again to confirm.

How to activate the VOX function?

Press and hold the MODE/VOX button to activate or deactivate VOX. A symbol appears on the screen when the function is active. VOX automatically triggers transmission when you speak.

How to adjust VOX sensitivity?

Press and hold the EMG/MENU button to enter the main menu, select VOX L with the UP/DN buttons. Use the rotary knob to select a level from 1 (low) to 9 (high). The default value is 6.

How to use the automatic squelch (ASQ)?

Press and hold the SQ/ASQ button to display the AQ symbol. Turn the knob or use the UP/DN buttons to select the level (1 to 9, 1 being the most sensitive). Press SQ/ASQ again or wait 5 seconds to confirm.

How to switch to manual squelch mode?

Briefly press the SQ/ASQ button. Turn the knob or use the UP/DN buttons to adjust the level (1 to 34). Press SQ/ASQ again or wait 5 seconds.

How to access emergency channels 9 and 19?

Press the EMG button to toggle between channel 9, channel 19, and the previous normal channel. Each press changes the selection.

How to reset the radio to factory settings?

Press and hold the EMG/MENU button to open the main menu. Select RESET with the UP/DN buttons, then press and hold the rotary knob until RESETS flashes and the radio restarts.

Can I use an external speaker?

Yes, connect a 16 ohm speaker with a power rating of at least 2-4 W to the EXT SP jack. Note: the output is BTL type, do not connect any pin to ground or chassis, as this would damage the device.

What to do if the radio does not work after installation?

Check that the antenna is properly connected and the radio is powered with 12 V. Make sure the squelch is not set too high. If the problem persists, reset the radio via the RESET menu or contact customer service.

USER MANUAL AE 6120 VOX ALBRECHT

1. Important information 19
   2.Product contents. 19
2. Controls and connections 20
3. Installing the device 22

4.1. Installing the antenna 22

1. Operation 23

5.1. Turning on and adjusting volume 23
5.2. Choosing the right country setting 23
5.3. Country setting and use 24
5.4. Selecting a channel 24
5.5.Squelch 24

5.5.1. Automatic squelch (ASQ) 25
5.5.2. Manual squelch 25

5.6.AM/FM mode selector 26
5.7.VOX function 26

5.7.1.VOX sensitivity 26
5.7.2.VOX delay 27

5.8. Emergency channel 9/19 27
5.9. Main menu 27
5.10.S-Meter 28
5.11. Scan mode 28
5.12. Resetting to factory settings 28

1. External speaker 29
2. Specifications 30
3. Warranty and information on recycling 31

8.1.EEAG and Recycling 31
9. CE declaration of conformity 32
10. Service address 32

1. Important information

Please read these instructions carefully before installing and operating your AE 6120 VOX radio.

Please use only the original microphone on the CB radio, otherwise the proper functioning of the VOX hands-free function can not be guaranteed.

The VOX sensitivity is preset for use in moderately loud vehicles. If your vehicle is very silent you can increase the VOX sensitivity, and the VOX function will trigger with softer speaking.

For optimal results mount the microphone 45 - 70 cm away and directly facing the driver.

2. Product contents

1. AE 6120 VOX CB radio
2. Handheld microphone
3. Power supply cable with cigarette lighter plug
4. Mounting bracket with screws
5. Manual

3. Controls and connections

The second function (in brackets) is activated by pressing and holding down the corresponding button.

No.	Description Function
1	Display Indication of all functions
2	MODE / (VOX) Switch AM/FM / (activate VOX function)
3	SQ / ASQ Squelch setting / ASQ
4	Microphone jack 6-pin microphone jack
5	EMG / (MENU) Emergency Channels / (Main menu)
6	VOL / CH /	Volume / Channel / On-Off
7	Antenna socket PL connector for antenna
8	EXT SP External speaker	connection
9	DC IN Power connection

Display

No.	Display Function
1 TX	Transmission status
2 AM	AM or FM mode
3 AQ	ASQ active
4 RFG	RG	Gain
5		S-Meter
6	###	Frequency
7		VOX function active
8	88	current channel

4. Installing the device

When installing your radio in the vehicle, make sure you do not damage any wiring or other vehicle components that may be hidden in the place of installation.

Connect the cigarette lighter plug of the unit to the corresponding socket of your vehicle. Please note that the unit is designed for a supply voltage of 12V only.

4.1. Installing the antenna

For the ultimate performance of your CB radio, it is crucial that you use a high quality antenna.

• Only use antennas that are suitable for the frequency range of 26.565 - 27.405 MHz.
• Connect the antenna to the antenna socket on the rear of the device with a PL259 plug.
• For the best range, mount the antenna as high as possible to ensure unobstructed transmission in all directions.
• Operation of standard CB radio mobile antennas requires a good conductive connection to the metal mounting surface.
• There are special "no ground plane" (NGP) antennas for camping vehicles or trucks with plastic superstructures. However, they do not work directly on metal surfaces.
• Do not use the radio to transmit messages without a connected antenna as the radio can be damaged or destroyed.

5. Operation

5.1. Turning on and adjusting volume

To turn on the radio, short press the turning knob to turn off the radio, long press the knob.

To increase the volume, turn the volume knob clockwise.

5.2. Choosing the right country setting

The AE 6120 VOX radio supports all current European CB radio standards. The factory default setting is "E".

Procedure for switching the country setting:

• Turn off the radio
• Press and hold down the MODE button (AM/FM)
  Now turn on the radio
• Release the MODE button
• Now use the UP/DN buttons to select one of the country settings "d, EC, Po, UK, E, I2, In"
• Turn the radio off and then on again to confirm your selection. The radio uses the selected country setting from now on.

5.3. Country setting and use

Band Display Channels
EU	E	FM 40 / 4 watts AM 40 / 4 watts
Poland Po		FM 40 / 4 watts AM 40 / 4 watts
DE, CZ, SK d		FM 80 / 4 watts AM 40 / 4 watts
UK UK		FM 40 / 4 watts FM 40 UK / 4 watts
EC EC FM 40 Cept / 4 watts
I2 I2		FM 36 / 4 watts FM 36 / 4 watts
In In		FM 27 / 4 watts FM 27 UK / 4 watts

You can switch the country setting at any time as described above. The country setting remains active until you select a different one.

5.4. Selecting a channel

If you short press the turning knob CH, the channel symbol start blinking.
- Turn the knob or use the channel UP/DN on the microphone to change the channel
- Press the knob CH again to confirm your selection

5.5. Squelch

The AE 6120 VOX radio has 2 squelch options

Automatic squelch (ASQ)
- Manual squelch (SQ)

Each suppresses the channel noise by muting the speaker.

Squelch only unmutes the speaker for the received signal to be heard if certain criteria are met.

5.5.1. Automatic squelch (ASQ)

Automatic squelch continuously evaluates the noise level. If a signal is received it decreases and the ASQ unmutes the speaker.

To turn ASQ on, long press the SQ/ASQ button the AQ symbol appears on the display.

Use the turning knob or UP/DN buttons to select the desired ASQ level. Press SQ/ASQ again or wait 5 seconds to confirm your selection.

ASQ has 9 configurable levels, with Level 1 being the most sensitive.

Advantage: the highest sensitivity and thus the greatest range.

Disadvantage: can be disturbed by interferences such as sunspot activity, other electronic devices, etc., so that the speaker is activated even if no signal is received. In this case, manual squelch or tone squelch should be used.

5.5.2. Manual squelch

The squelch suppress the channel noise. To set the manual squelch, short press SQ/ASQ.

Use the turning knob or UP/DN buttons to select the desired squelch level. Press SQ/ASQ again or wait 5 seconds to confirm your selection.

The further you turn the control, the stronger a received signal has to be to open the squelch. Usually, the squelch is set to just barely mute the speaker.

The manual squelch can be set in 34 levels.

Advantage: Manual squelch can be set so that only close range stations can be heard.

Disadvantage: Manual setting is required. If the squelch is mistakenly set too high, it decreases the reception sensitivity and thus the range.

5.6. AM/FM mode selector

AM or FM modulation can be selected by pressing the MODE button.

The current setting is displayed on the LCD screen.

If a channel from 41 to 80 (only available in region mode d ) is set, the device switches to FM mode regardless of the setting on the lower channels.

When you switch back to channels 1 to 40, the AM mode is restored, if it was previously selected.

The bar graph on the display shows the signal strength (S-values) in 8 levels during reception.

5.7.VOX function

Long press the MODE/VOX button to switch the VOX function on or off. When the VOX function is activated, the radio automatically switches to transmission as soon as it detects speech. You no longer need to pick up the microphone to transmit messages.

The active VOX function is indicated by the symbol in the display.

5.7.1. VOX sensitivity

The VOX Level is used to select the volume level above which an automatic VOX transmission is activated.

Long press the EMG/MENU button and then use the UP/DN keys to select the submenu "VOX L".

1 = low sensitivity, VOX only reacts to very high volume levels
9 = high sensitivity, VOX already reacts to very low volume levels

The default value is level 6.

5.7.2.VOX delay

Long press the EMG/MENU button and then use the UP/DN keys to select the submenu "VOXT".

The VOX delay function sets the time after which the automatic transmission mode is disabled if no speech is detected:

Level 1 2 3 4	5 6 7	8 9
Time (sec)	0.5 1.0	1.5 2.	0 2.5	3.0 3.	5 4.0	4.5

There are 9 configurable delay levels. The default value is level 4.

5.8. Emergencycy channel 9/19

The EMG button is used to switch through CH 9, CH 19 and back to the previously selected "normal" channel. Simply press the button repeatedly.

5.9. Main menu

Long press the EMG/MENU button to enter the main menu.

Select your desired submenu with the UP/DN keys and confirm your selection by pressing the turning knob.

You can make the following settings:

Display Description Selection
KEY BP Key tones ON / OF
ROG BP Roger Beep OFF or sel		lect 1-6 tones
SCM Scan settings		S9 = Squelch Scan T1 = Time Scan
VOX L VOX sensitivity selectable in 9 levels
VOX T VOX delay selectable in 9 levels
RF.GAIN RF Gain selectable in 16 levels
TOT SET	Time Out Timer	Cuts of transmission after 0-10 min.
RESET	Factory reset	Reset the radio

5.10. S-Meter

The S-meter shows the current signal strength. The strength is indicated by the symbol in the lower left of the display.

The more bars are displayed, the stronger the signal.

5.11. Scan mode

Your AE 6120 VOX radio has an automatic channel search that can be used to view all channels one after the other.

• Long press the UP or DN button for 7 seconds. A beep tone can be heard and a dot between the 2 digits of the channel appears showing the active scan function
• Scanning stops every time a signal is received and you can listen in on the conversation.

If no action is taken, the scanning process continues after either the communication on the channel has ended or after approx. 5 seconds of observation time, if the communication continues.

• The search process can be cancelled at any time by pressing the EMG or PTT button (on the microphone).

5.12. Resetting to factory settings

To reset the device to its factory settings, proceed as follows:

• Long press the EMG/MENU button to open the main menu
• Select "RESET" from the menu. "RESETS" starts blinking on the display
• Press and hold the turning knob until the blinking stops
• Now the radio will restart automatically
  In most cases, the radio functions have now been restored.

6. External speaker

It is advisable to connect an external speaker depending on the ambient noise. Typical, commercial radio speakers with 16 ohms impedance and a minimum power of 2-4 W can be used.

WARNING: The sound output mode of the machine is BTL output, and the two pins of the speaker cannot be connected to the ground net or the machine shell! Otherwise, there will be a large DC current flowing through the speaker, which will burn the speaker and components.

We recommend to use the Albrecht speakers CB-150 or CB-250 for best compatibility.

Albrecht CB-150 (art.no. 71150)

Albrecht CB-250 (art.no. 7117)

7. Specifications

Modulation AM/FM
Frequency range 26.565 - 27.405 MHz
Frequency tolerance +/- 5.0 ppm
Input voltage 13.2 V
Dimensions 111x104x25 mm
Weight 300 g
Frequency control PLL Synthesizer
Operating temperature -20 °C to +50 °C
Antenna connector UHF, SO-239

Transmitter

Power output 4 Watt (AM/FM)
Transmission interference 4 nW (-54 dBm)
Frequency range 300 - 3000 Hz
Modulated signal distortion 5 %
Output impedance 50 Ohm

Receiver

Sensitivity	1 μV für 10 dB SINAD
Frequency response	300 Hz to 3 kHz
Adjacent channel rejection	60 dB
Audio output power	1 Watt
Squelch	less than 1 μV

8. Warranty and information on recycling

We are legally obligated to enclose for each device information on disposal and warranty, as well as an EU declaration of conformity with the instructions for use in different countries. You will find this information on the following pages.

2-year warranty from the date of purchase

The manufacturer/dealer provides a two-year warranty from the date of purchase for this product. This warranty covers all failures that occur due to defective components or faulty functions within the warranty period, except for wear and tear such as empty batteries, scratches on the screen, housing and antenna defects, as well as defects due to external effects such as corrosion, overvoltage due to improper external power supply or use of unsuitable accessories. Defects caused by improper use are also excluded from the warranty.

In the event of a warranty claim, please contact your dealer. The dealer will repair or replace the device or pass it on to an authorised service centre.

You can also contact our service partner directly. Please enclose your proof of purchase with the device and describe the malfunction as accurately as possible.

8.1. EEAG and Recycling

European laws prohibit the disposal of old or defective electrical or electronic equipment via household waste. To dispose of the device, return it to a collection point in your municipality for recycling. This system is financed by the industry and ensures environmentally friendly disposal and recycling of

valuable raw materials.

9. CE declaration of conformity

Standards and directives

C E Alan Electronics GmbH hereby declares that the model AE 6120 VOX radio complies with regulation 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity can be found at the

following Internet address:

http://service.alan-electronics.de/CE-Papiere/

10. Service address

Technical hotline (for devices sold in Germany)

Call our service hotline [phone] - 66 (normal rates on the German landline network) or send us an e-mail:

[e-mail]

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Bande Écran Canaux
EU	E	FM 40/4 watts AM 40/4 watts
Pologne Po		FM 40/4 watts AM 40/4 watts
DE, CZ, SK d		FM 80/4 watts AM 40/4 watts
UK UK		FM 40/4 watts FM 40 UK/4 watts
EC EC FM 40 Cept/4 watts
I2 I2		FM 36/4 watts FM 36/4 watts
In In		FM 27/4 watts FM 27 UK/4 watts

Banda Schermo	Canali
EU	E	FM 40/4 watt AM 40/4 watt
Polonia Po		FM 40/4 watt AM 40/4 watt
DE, CZ, SK d		FM 80/4 watt AM 40/4 watt
UK UK		FM 40/4 watt FM 40 UK/4 watt
EC EC FM 40 Cept/4 watt
I2 I2		FM 36/4 watt FM 36/4 watt
In In		FM 27/4 watt FM 27 UK/4 watt