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AE 485 S

10 meter Amateur Radio Transceiver for AM / FM / SSB

according to EU standard EN 301 783 -2

Download from www.cbradio.nl

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Contents

Legal and General Information .....................................................................................................................................3 Preparation for Use.......................................................................................................................................................5 General Use Instructions ..............................................................................................................................................5 Connect to Power Supply .............................................................................................................................................5 Safety Precautions and Vehicle Installation .................................................................................................................5 Select Antenna - Vehicle Antenna...............................................................................................................................5 Operation as Base Station............................................................................................................................................6 Location of Controls AE 485 S (The picture is for the similar AE 5800 CB radio version)...........................................6 Controls and Switches ..................................................................................................................................................6 On/Off, Volume and Squelch Setting............................................................................................................................6 Mic Gain (3) ..................................................................................................................................................................6 RF Gain (4) ...................................................................................................................................................................7 Clarifier (11) ..................................................................................................................................................................7 LCD, S Meter and Power Meter ...................................................................................................................................7 Channel or Frequency Display .....................................................................................................................................7 Frequency Steps (channel knob)..................................................................................................................................8 Buttons AE 485 S (5-12)...............................................................................................................................................8 Select Mode..................................................................................................................................................................8 USB and LSB................................................................................................................................................................8 Set Transmission Power...............................................................................................................................................9 How to Receive SSB? ..................................................................................................................................................9 Use Frequency Memory ...............................................................................................................................................9 Enter Frequency ...........................................................................................................................................................9 Recall saved Frequency ...............................................................................................................................................9 CALL Channel ..............................................................................................................................................................9 Scan Mode....................................................................................................................................................................9 Start and Stop Scanning...............................................................................................................................................9 Reverse Scanning Direction .........................................................................................................................................9 Last Channel Recall (LCR).........................................................................................................................................10 Noise Blanker .............................................................................................................................................................10 Simplex- and Repeater Operation ..............................................................................................................................10 Repeater settings........................................................................................................................................................10 Activate the Repeater Shift .........................................................................................................................................10 Change Shift Value.....................................................................................................................................................10 Sound Filter.................................................................................................................................................................10 Activate/Deactivate Key Tone.....................................................................................................................................10 Interesting Facts Relating to the Technical Data........................................................................................................10 Storage and Backup of Set Data ................................................................................................................................10 Ports for Additional External Devices .........................................................................................................................11 Reset to Default and Deleting All Memory..................................................................................................................11 Disposal and Recycling ..............................................................................................................................................11 European Warranty 2 Years from Purchase Date......................................................................................................12 Technical Data............................................................................................................................................................12 General .......................................................................................................................................................................12 Service Contact Address (in Germany) ......................................................................................................................13

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Legal and General Information The legal regulations in some countries demand a printout of our CE Declaration of Conformity in its original wording (editorial status: March 2010). The latest regulations, announcements and other documentation for this device are published in the service download area at www.hobbyradio.de or www.alan-albrecht.info. Please observe the country-specific regulations when using this device and take the obligatory registration in individual countries and possible operation restrictions serious! As Amateur Radio, there are important restrictions for use of this radio. Most important is the following The radio is allowed to be used only by licensed radio amateurs

• It is not allowed to transmit on frequencies outside the allocated 10 m amateur band, even if the frequency switching of the radio should allow it technically.

• The band limitation depends on country specific amateur radio regulations. For use in Germany, there is

no band limitation requested for amateur radios.

• In other countries except Germany it may be allowed only to use band limited equipment.

• Even if you have an Amateur radio license, the license does not give you the right to use this transceiver for any other purpose than amateur radio in the 10 m Band.

• Persons, who do not have a valid amateur radio license, are not allowed to operate this radio.

• The radio fulfills the technical requirements of European Amateur radio standard EN 301 783-2.

Among other parameters, this means, that the essential requirements for radiations in the spurious domain are within limits. However, any combination with power amplifiers, permanently connected SWR meters or automatic RF operated antenna switches may increase the radiated spurious values. The radio amateur is responsible to keep his radiations within the amateur radio limits at any time. It cannot be excluded, that the national authorities may impose restrictions of use in individual cases.

• Please consider the minimum distances between antennas and persons in the near field of your antenna

installation (as base station) and observe the national requirements for site registration, where requested.

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Declaration of Conformity

CE- Declaration of Conformity / Konformitätserklärung

We hereby declare that our product: / Wir erklären hiermit, dass unser Produkt

Amateur Radio Albrecht AE 485 S satisfies all technical regulations applicable to the product within the scope of EU Council Directives, European Standards and national frequency applications:/ alle technischen Anforderungen im Geltungsbereich der EU Richtlinien, europäischer Normen und nationaler Frequenzanwendungen einhält:

73/23/EEC, 2004/108/ EG and 99/5/EC EN 301 783-2 V 1.1.1

EN 301 489-1 V.1.8.1, EN 301 489-15 V1.2.1, EN 60 950-1 :2006

All essential radio test suites have been carried out. / Alle für das Produkt vorgeschriebenen Funktestreihen wurden durchgeführt.

Alan Electronics GmbH

Daimlerstr.1 k D- 63303 Dreieich

This declaration is issued under our sole responsibility. Basing on not harmonised frequency applications and international amateur radio regulations, the use of this radio in Europe is restricted to holders of a valid amateur radio licence and is only allowed for amateur radio traffic on the dedicated amateur radio frequencies. This radio is not allowed for any other application, not by radio amateurs or any other persons. Diese Erklärung wird unter unserer alleinigen Verantwortung abgegeben. Dieses Funkgerät darf wegen der nicht harmonisierten Frequenzanwendungen und der internationalen Regelungen über den Amateurfunk in Europa grundsätzlich nur von Inhabern einer gültigen Amateurfunklizenz benutzt werden. Dabei dürfen nur dem Amateurfunk zugewiesene Frequenzen im Rahmen des Amateurfunks benutzt werden. Jegliche andere Verwendung des Geräts ist weder durch Funkamateure noch andere Personen erlaubt. Point of contact/Ansprechpartner: Dipl.-Phys. Wolfgang Schnorrenberg Place and date of issue: Dreieich, 28. 3. 2010

(Signature) Dipl.-Phys. Wolfgang Schnorrenberg Alan Electronics GmbH

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Preparation for Use General Use Instructions This AM-FM-SSB transceiver AE 485 S is a universal 10 m radio for 12VDC power supply. It an be connected to powerful 12V batteries, such as rechargeable lead batteries, but also via a suitable 12V power adapter with at least 6A stabilized constant current to 230V mains power supply. Due to its SSB operation, demanding repeated fine-tuning and delicate operation, the radio is not intended for the use in vehicles when driving. The radio is intended for intermittent operation with an average transmission time of approx. 10% of its duty cycle, as it is typical for voice operation. This device is not intended for continuous transmission without regular reception periods as cooling phases. Avoid subjecting your radio to high humidity, extremely high or low temperatures, dust and direct sunlight. Only open the casing of your radio if you are knowledgeable in this regard, have the correct tools and measuring devices. The device comes with the international 10 m band range 28.000 MHz to 29.6 MHz with user selectable frequency steps or channel steps similar to the common CB rules. AM, FM, USB and LSB can be selected. Any extension of the frequency range und the use of other channels and modes than permitted in the individual countries may lead to prosecution. Connect to Power Supply Connect your device with the supplied DC cable to a 12V network or a 12V power adapter. Voltage fluctuation between 11V and 14V for power adapters and max. 15.6V, as in vehicles, campers or boats with rechargeable lead battery, chargers or alternators, are permissible. Battery and/or power adapter must supply at least 6-8 Ampere with good stabilization. Do not extend the power cord. In vehicles always try to connect directly to the battery terminals. In this case you have best immunity against interferences from ignition and alternator and the most stable supply voltage. In case the fuse integrated in the DC cable blows, please check the possible cause first (commonly voltage reversal and a flyback diode has reacted) and replace the fuse only with same type (10 Ampere, American glass fuse), and never bypass with foil or similar measures! Connect the red cable to the + terminal, and the black cable to the – terminal of the power source. The minus terminal for this radio is on the casing, as usual for all modern vehicles. When installing in boats safety measures against electrolytic and/or galvanic corrosion, such as insulated installation and galvanic insulation of the antenna connections may be necessary due to the grounding of the casing. Safety Precautions and Vehicle Installation The device contains no components that must be accessible for the user during operation. Leave the opening of the casing to experts. Do not open the casing before disconnecting from 12V power supply. For use in cars, trucks, boats or RV vehicles mount your radio with the supplied screws and bracket in a suitable position. Ensure that no risk of injuries for driver and passengers comes from the mounting position and avoid close proximity of air vents. Do not use your radio when driving. The device is neither intended not approved for this kind of operation. According to the Federal Motor Transport Authority the device is due to its risk potential only to be used in parked vehicles. Select Antenna - Vehicle Antenna This radio is not to be used with common 10 m base or mobile, or even retuned CB radio antennas, such as a magnetic foot antenna, balcony antennas, ground plane base station antenna or bult-in high efficiency car antennas. For electromagnetic compatibility in combination with near electronic components a powerful vehicle antenna with antenna base earthed via the chassis is to be used. When selecting the antenna position keep the greatest possible distance to passengers and all vehicle electronics. Avoid the side of the mudguard as mounting position which is nearer to passers-by on walkways. (this may be the left side in UK and the right side in continental Europe). Ensure best grounding for antenna base, as this ensures that no HF reaches the interior of the vehicle via sheath waves. According to the latest EU directives vehicle manufacturers have the right to stipulate antenna positions and maximum compatible transmission power for their vehicles. Please observe these guidelines, as you may otherwise risk loosing the operating license for your vehicle. Ask your vehicle manufacturer for further information.

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Have your vehicle manufacturer verify that he has no objections against the Amateur radio operation in connection with the vehicle electronics! Even though the effects of “electric smog” are controversial, you may not want to expose other persons, who may think your hobby dangerous, to electromagnetic fields. In case you wear a pacemaker, please observe the greatest possible distance to the antenna. If in doubt, obtain the manufacturer’s information with regard to recommended safety distance. It goes without saying that your antenna is to be optimized in standing wave ratio. The AE 485 S output stage copes during operation with SWR of up to 1:2 at full capacity and short-term up to 1:3 (e.g. during adjustment). Never press the transmission button without connected antenna! The radio is equipped with a SO 239 socket (for PL connector) for antenna connection. For connection and cable up to approx. 15 m RG-58/U cable is sufficient, otherwise we recommend RG-213/U or RG-8/U cable. Do not use coax cable for satellite or TV, as these have 75 ohm and are not suitable for radio operation. Operation as Base Station Only use an external antenna for AE 485 S. Any kind of interior antenna creates such high HF fields in close proximity that own electronic devices or devices of others are interfered with, even with sufficient EMC immunity according to EU directive! For instance hum trouble from your own power adapter or via the microphone to the transmitter, irradiation into VCR or hi-fi equipment and the like are well known. Especially in SSB mode, rather than in FM mode, it can come to interferences with other devices due to the pulsating transmission signals. Location of Controls AE 485 S (The picture is for the similar AE 5800 CB radio version) Controls and Switches On/Off, Volume and Squelch Setting Turn the combined volume/on/off control knob (1) to turn the device on and off. With first use set the volume to a medium level and turn the squelch button (14) fully counter-clockwise, until you can hear the background noise. Now set squelch in such way that the background noise just disappears. In this position squelch opens even with weak signals and is in its most sensitive position. If setting squelch above this point clockwise, the signals have to be stronger to be put through. Mic Gain (3) This control knob is designed for dual function with the RF gain control. Use the upper control knob (3) to set the sensitivity of the microphone. For the supplied hand microphone the control knob may be set to 2/3 or full (clockwise). For other microphones the control knob serves individual setting. Optimum modulation is best set with a control receiver or with an outstation.

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RF Gain (4) Use the RF Gain knob (lower, outer dial of the dual control knob) to set the amplification in the RF receiver. Turn fully clockwise for the unit to have the highest amplification and sensitivity. This setting is optimal for most receiving ratios. Turn the RF gain control knob back to mask unwanted long distance or interference signals, especially when deliberately listening to near stations. In SSB mode with high field strength it may be necessary to adjust the amplification with the RF gain control knob for optimum quality. Clarifier (11) This control knob serves the receiver fine-tuning and is only used in SSB mode if the distant partner station is not quite on the same transmission frequency. In radio circles with several participants you frequently have to fine tune individual stations with the clarifier for best comprehensibility. LCD, S Meter and Power Meter Your radio comes with a large backlit LCD for all settings, such as channel, frequency, status display and analog values, such as received field strength (S meter) and transmission power. In this way you always have the most important parameters in view. The S meter setting corresponds with the international short wave amateur standard: 100 µV EMC antenna voltage corresponds to S 9. The S meter uses a 5-stage bar display on the LCD. The stronger you receive an outstation, the stronger is the deflection on the S meter. For checking the S meter also works for transmissions as a power meter and gives you an approximate clue about the output power. You will see that for FM you will always have the same transmission display, for AM the deflection is generally less, and for SSB it varies with the rhythm of the speech. Channel or Frequency Display With first use the unit starts in FM mode and a frequency in the 29.300 MHz range is displayed. The unit starts in frequency mode. (the pictures below show the similar operating CB radio AE 5800) Channel mode Frequency mode The switching between the frequency mode and the channel mode works only when the 454 CH mode is activated. This is possible for units sold in Germany (but not possible in all countries of sales!):

• To activate the 454 channel mode press first FUNC (12). In the display FUNC will appear. • Now hold key „2“ (7) several seconds pressed. Now the radio switches to the 454 CH mode (where

allowed). • In this mode the bands A, B, C, D etc. appear. These are band segments with 40 channels each. You can

change the band segments by successive pressing on key 2 . (please see the frequency-channel list at the end of the manual. Please note that the channel mode exceeds the 10 m band frequency limits. Radio amateurs are only allowed to use the frequency allocation of their license class. This is the reason why we are not allowed to ship this radio with activated channel mode into some countries.

• You can toggle your display to channel mode similar to CB radio devices. • First briefly press the FUNC button (12). The display shows FUNC. • Now press the 2 button (7). • In the channel mode, the unit switches in steps of 10 kHz and in a channel numbering like on CB radio

standard of international 10 kHz resolution, with some channels showing a 20 kHz step instead of 10 kHz (for historical reasons).

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• You can tune the frequency via the CHANNEL knob (9) on the unit or with the UP/Down buttons on the microphone.

• Press FUNC followed by 2 to toggle between the display modes. Frequency Steps (channel knob) Per default the frequency steps are 10 kHz. You can change the step width by key STEP (5) to 1, 10 or 100 kHz steps. After 1 x pressing STEP you will see the cursor appearing below the corresponding digit of the frequency readout, depending how often you press the button. Now you can select the digit of Your choice with the channel knob or up/down. Pressing FUNC (12) will switch back to 10 kHz default step system. The 10 kHz steps now will start from the before shifted frequency! Example: You have used STEP and the channel switch and reached 29.138 MHz. Now you press FUNC and use the channel switch again. Your next frequency will be 29.148 MHz, 27.158 MHz and so on. Buttons AE 485 S (5-12) The buttons of your unit are multi-functional and change automatically – according to the mode – or in combination with the FUNC button (12) manually. To avoid confusion you will find only the name of the corresponding function in this user manual. For instance for pressing the MODE button you will find “MODE” and not the all names of all functions for this button, such as “MODE/LOW/5”. Furthermore, all button functions, which are only possible in connection with the FUNC button, are printed in blue. Select Mode Press the MODE button (8) to toggle between AM, FM, USB and LSB. The selected mode is displayed. The abbreviations stand for: AM Amplitude modulation A3 with full carrier FM Narrow band frequency modulation (max. 2.0 kHz range) USB Single-sideband modulation, upper side band LSB Single-sideband modulation, lower side band The different modes for Amateur radios are partly historical, as Amateur radio started with AM more than 50 years ago. AM (amplitude modulation) mode corresponds with the technical operation of medium wave and short wave broadcast und is, except for CB radio, currently used for aircraft radio. While speaking the transmission power is adjusted rhythmically (technical term “modulated”). AM is traditionally the radio system used by truck drivers worldwide for CB radio. The low background noise is advantageous if for instance in low interfering diesel trucks squelch is left open during standby operation. A disadvantage is the lower communication range compared to FM (because of higher allowed power in FM) or even SSB and the varying volume between near and far stations. In FM mode the transmission power is always the same when speaking, thus hardly any interferences from other units are to be expected in this mode. Instead the frequency of the unit varies during speaking and for this reason it is called frequency modulation. Advantage is a greater range compared to AM and a constant volume of near and far stations as well as a clear modulation sound. Some noise is a disadvantage and can be heard with weak or missing signals. In FM mode it is basically not possible to leave squelch open in standby operation. FM is used on the 10 m Band only for operation via repeaters. SSB (Single-SideBand) marks the height in the development in long distance traffic voice transmission. SSB mode avoids the disadvantage of low range of AM and concentrates all transmission power on a minimum frequency width with speech pauses reducing the output to nearly zero. For reception a special circuit ensures that the transmission of cut off “sidebands” and the “carrier” are again restored. This achieves an enormous increase in range compared to AM and FM. Not only does the transmitter reach further, also the receiver is substantially more sensitive through the halved bandwidth. All this has to be paid for with the disadvantage of a very fine tuning being necessary for reception and that there is a higher risk of interferences of nearby devices during transmission. Due to the necessary fine tuning of the receiver with the “Clarifier” (11) the use of SSB in moving vehicles is a problem and can distract in an objectionable way from the traffic, similar to using a mobile phone. SSB is rather a mode for base stations. This is also the reason, why today only experienced radio operators use SSB – you really have to train and develop a sure instinct for the correct setting. USB and LSB In SSB mode a conventional channel is divided in two halves: the so-called upper sideband (USB) and the lower sideband (LSB). Both can be used independently. Example: you transmit 28.500 MHz in USB. In reality you use

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for speaking only the frequencies upward of 28.500 to approximately 28.503 MHz, while in LSB mode the frequencies below 28.500 MHz to approximately 28.497 MHz are used. Both sidebands are mirror-inverted and this is why receiver and transmitter must be set to the same sideband. Otherwise you only receive some incomprehensible gibberish. Set Transmission Power Your unit comes with continuously variable transmission power. In normal state the control knob PWR (14) should be set fully clockwise. In this setting you achieve max. 25 Watts in FM and SSB and about 7-8 Watt in AM. Turn counter-clockwise to reduce power to approx. 100 mW. This should be done if you want to be heard only in the absolute near proximity. By the way: it also reduces the general electric smog level if the transmission power is set as low as just needed for the radio link! How to Receive SSB? As receiving station of course you do not know in which sideband your outstation is currently transmitting. That the outstation is transmitting in SSB mode is easily found out, because the “squawking noise” is very different from FM or AM signals. First receive in USB. Carefully tune through the Clarifier. If you hear a “Mickey Mouse like” pitch carefully fine-tune to a more comprehensible pitch. If this is not possible try the other sideband LSB. You will need some experience until you clearly understand your first dialog partner in SSB mode. But surely you will soon be rewarded by your first DX (= long distance traffic) connection. Use Frequency Memory Frequently used frequencies or channels can be saved and retrieved including the corresponding mode by pressing MSAVE/MLOAD (10) in 5 station memories. The settings are not erased during temporary power failure, as the unit works with low power backup technology. Enter Frequency Set the desired frequency. Press the buttons FUNC + MSAVE + station memory (1-5) in sequence to save the frequency. The display shows an “S” for “SAVE” after pressing FUNC + MSAVE. Recall saved Frequency Press MLOAD and the station memory (1-5) to access saved station memories (the display shows an “L” for “Load memory” after pressing MLOAD). CALL Channel Station memory 2 is especially easy to access by briefly pressing 2 (CALL). As a conformation for this preference channel the display flashes as long as the channel is selected. To leave the CALL channel briefly press 2 (CALL) again. The default call frequency is 29.300 MHz. The last used channel is displayed again. Scan Mode Scanning allows you searching the band beginning with the last frequency or channel. In does not matter if the last frequency was a station memory. After finding a signal in scan mode this channel is monitored for maximum 8 seconds, unless the signal disappears earlier. In this case scanning starts again until the next signal is detected. Start and Stop Scanning Press the SCAN (9) button; scanning starts. You can stop scanning by either pressing the PTT button or pressing the SCAN button again. Important: Scan mode uses the squelch setting as switching criteria. Set squelch first to the value for the scanner to stop at a used channel. Scanning is not possible with open squelch: This state is detected by the CPU as a used channel and it switches in 8-seconds cycle to the next channel. Reverse Scanning Direction You can change the scanning direction from up to down or vice versa at any time. Briefly turn the channel selector in the desired direction or use the UP and DOWN buttons on the microphone.

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Last Channel Recall (LCR) If you were scanning or listening a lot to other frequencies you may want to return to your last transmission channel by pressing a single button? Press the LCR (6) button to return to the last channel you used for transmission for more than 3 seconds. Noise Blanker A noise blanker is a circuit to fade out or limit temporarily pulsating interferences. As the 10 m band is especially effected by noise from electrical appliances and vehicles your unit is equipped with a corresponding function to be engaged in AM and SSB modes. The noise blanker is activated/deactivated by pressing FUNC and NB (5). Simplex- and Repeater Operation With the default settings you can start to communicate point-to-point on simpex channels. In the years of high sun-spot activities you can reach communication distances of several 1000 kilometers. A good indicator for long distance conditions are the repeater stations in Europe and USA. Most of the repeaters can be found in the upper band segment just below 29.670 MHz. Repeater settings You can reach repeaters in Europe and – under good propagation conditions as well in USA. For repeater operation it is necessary to shift your transmitting frequency to the uplink frequency of the repeater, while you listen on the downlink frequency. For example you hear a repeater on 29.670 MHz. Then the suitable transmitting frequency for this repeater is 100 kHz lower at 29.570 MHz in this example. Activate the Repeater Shift Press first FUNC and then SHIFT (9) in sequence. +SHIFT will appear in the display. Press both buttons once more, then you obtain –SHIFT. Factory default value is 600 kHz (Far East). In Europe we use 100 kHz, so you should change the setting from 600 kHz to 100 kHz. Change Shift Value The frequency shift can be varied between 10 and 999 kHz. Use again the sequence of FUNC and SHIFT, but then hold the SHIFT-key more than 3 seconds pressed, until the display shows 600. Now you can use the rotary channel knob or the UP / DOWN- buttons at the microphone to adjust the shift value to the European / USA standard value 100 kHz. Confirm the setting be pressing the PTT button or the FUNC button. Sound Filter The receiver comes with a switchable sound filter, what is especially useful for noisy signals, as it attenuates the aggressive high sounds, making the sound easier to listen to. Deactivate this filter by pressing FUNC and LOW (8). Activate/Deactivate Key Tone Turn the unit on while pressing the transmission button (PTT on microphone). In this way you toggle between activation and deactivation. Interesting Facts Relating to the Technical Data Storage and Backup of Set Data The radio is no longer equipped with a lithium battery, but uses the low power backup technology. For this reason data are only erased after a long time.

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Ports for Additional External Devices Microphone Jack (2) 6-pole, Jap. standard, suitable for screwable electret or other microphones with approx. 600 ohm to 1 kOhm impedance. PIN 1 Microphone NF PIN 2 PTT-RX (not used for this unit) – also for NF extraction packet radio PIN 3 PTT-TX contact PIN 4 UP/DOWN button PIN 5 Ground, shielding PIN 6 Power supply for electret microphone (or other accessories) Important: Wiring according to “Albrecht” Standard, widespread for CB radios. Please observe when connecting other microphones! In case you want to connect a different microphone: Only use microphones with electret capsules. Additional devices, such as modems, etc. are only permitted in FM mode. Please observe the regulations in the individual countries. Speaker Jack (Rear) 3.5 mm mono jack, suitable for 4-8 ohm speakers with minimum 2-4 Watts. The internal speaker is automatically muted when connecting an external speaker. Maintenance and Programming The following references are exclusively for expert service staff. Program settings are only permitted for authorized users and for commercial export in countries allowing the corresponding versions. No responsibility for damages and consequential damage caused by incompetent or not expressly by Albrecht explained programming steps and other interference. The end user warranty generally expires with opening the casing. Only use Albrecht specialized dealers for modifications during the warranty period! Reset to Default and Deleting All Memory A general reset to factory settings is possible by disconnecting from power supply and briefly pressing the reset button on the separate small internal SUB Board after removing the speaker cover (visible after removing the cover). Perform this reset when experiencing malfunctions. There are inevitable external interferences, which may block the processor or lead to certain functions being not or not correct performed. The interferences can be caused by electric storms, overvoltage, to great HF irradiation and the like and are generally easily fixed by reset. However, reset also deletes all station memories. For Amateur radio the factory jumper setting CON1 on the internal Sub Board is permitted for all countries (28.000 to 29.700 MHz). Other settings are permitted for amateur radio, but maybe restricted in some countries. The user needs a valid amateur radio license. Even amateur radio operators are only allowed to use frequencies allocated for amateur radio, even if a device can be programmed for further frequency ranges. You find the permitted jumper setting for amateur radio operators at http://www.hobbyradio.de/Amateurfunk under AE 485S. Please note that our Declaration of Conformity expires with modifications. Disposal and Recycling This radio was manufactured with low emission according to the new European RoHS and WEEE directives. For disposal please note that electrical and electronic devices can no longer be disposed of with the household waste; they must be disposed of at municipal collection points. The return of used appliances is free, as the manufacturers cover the disposal costs. By returning the device to a municipal collection point you contribute to the recycling of valuable resources.

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European Warranty 2 Years from Purchase Date The vendor of this device grants an implied warranty of two years from the date of purchase. This warranty includes all malfunctions caused by defective components of malfunctioning within the warranty period, but not malfunctions due to normal use, such as scratches on display or casing, defective casing, broken antenna, consumed light bulbs, damaged microphone cables and defects due to external forces, such as corrosion, overvoltage due to improper external power supply or the use of unsuitable accessories. Furthermore, malfunctions due to improper use, such as a defective transmission output stage caused by a mismatched antenna or connection of illegal amplifiers, are excluded from the warranty. In case of warranty claims contact your dealer directly. The dealer will either repair or exchange the device, or he will give you the address of a specialized service center for the device. If in coubt, please contact our hotline. In case you want to send your device in for repairs, please remember to include your proof of purchase and describe the malfunction as clearly as possible. Technical Data General Frequency range (jumper setting 2) 28.000 MHz – 29.700 MHz Frequency stability +/-400 Hz Transmission type A3E, F3E, J3E Admissible operating voltage range 10.8 - 15.6V DC Fuse 10 A Transmitter Transmission power AM ca. 7-8 Watt (other power levels for different FM max. 25 Watts countries available on request) SSB max. 25 Watts PEP Harmonic suppression min. –60 dBc Microphone sensitivity 4 mV / 1 kOhm Supplied microphone: Electret with integrated pre-amplifier Dynamic control microphone ALC 50 dB Power consumption transmission max. 2.5 (AM) max. 3.0- 6 A depending on power setting (FM, SSB) Receiver Receiver sensitivity for 12 dB SINAD 0.5 µV EMK FM/SSB 0.9 µV EMK AM Receiver adjacent channel selection 60 dB FM/AM 70 dB SSB Clarifier control range +/- 1 kHz Audio output power 2.5 Watts at 8 ohms Dimensions incl. knobs/jacks 24.5 x 15.5 x 5.3 cm Weight 1.3 kg

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Service Contact Address (in Germany) You find technical documentation and the latest information regarding the regulation in individual EU countries in the service pages of the Albrecht and Alan websites and directly on the download server www.hobbyradio.de Alan Electronics GmbH Daimlerstr. 1 K D-63303 Dreieich or Dovenkamp 11 D-22952 Lütjensee http://www.albrecht-online.de http://www.alan-electronics.de Service enquiries: alan-service@ps-tech.de Hotline 01805 - 012204 (0,14 Euro/minute from German landlines, mobile may be up to

0.42 Euro) Important: Customers in Germany should contact the Hotline before returning any radio, because only our service address can give you the nearest and best service partner address for the most efficient repair service. Customers in other countries: please contact the local distributor, where you have bought the radio © Alan Electronics GmbH 2010 It is prohibited to copy or reproduce this documentation full or in parts for commercial use without prior written permission of Alan Electronics GmbH.

REMARKS / Bemerkungen: Black / schwarz Some countries may only allow CON 1 jumper (restricted to 10 m Amateur Band) Red / rot: Default setting AE 485 S for Amateur Radio in Germany/

entspricht Lieferzustand AE 485 S in Deutschland Green / grün: Setting for CB 40 channels only- not allowed for AE 485 S

Blue/blau nur 454 CH Mode / nur 454 Kanalmode - open / offen (Brücke nicht vorhanden bzw. entfernt) Yes/Ja: install mini jumper / Mini Steckbrücke eingesteckt Positions CON1 - CON3 only for licensed amateur radio operators allowed / CON 1 bis CON 3 nur für lizenzierte Funkamateure im Rahmen ihrer Lizenzbestimmungen erlaubt- Die Drahtfarben können – je nach Lieferung abweichen und sind nicht maßgeblich ©Alan Electronics 2006

MODE CON1 CON2 CON3 CON4 REMARKS / Bemerkungen Only/ Nur 10m yes/ ja - - - Step FUNC enable /ein

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Only/ Nur 454 CH - - yes/ ja - Step FUNC enable/ ein

Only/ Nur 40 CH - - - yes / ja Step FUNC disable/ aus

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