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                               VX-5500
                                OPERATING MANUAL


                               POWER




VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.
4-8-8 Nakameguro, Meguro-Ku, Tokyo 153-8644, Japan
VERTEX STANDARD
US Headquarters
10900 Walker Street, Cypress, CA 90630, U.S.A.
International Division
8350 N.W. 52nd Terrace, Suite 201, Miami, FL 33166, U.S.A.
YAESU EUROPE B.V.
P.O. Box 75525, 1118 ZN Schiphol, The Netherlands
YAESU UK LTD.
Unit 12, Sun Valley Business Park, Winnall Close
Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LB, U.K.
VERTEX STANDARD HK LTD.
Unit 5, 20/F., Seaview Centre, 139-141 Hoi Bun Road,
Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong



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                           Congratulations!
You now have at your fingertips a valuable communications tool - a              two-way
radio! Rugged, reliable and easy to use, your            radio will keep you in constant
touch with your colleagues for years to come, with negligible maintenance down time.
Please take a few minutes to read this manual carefully. The information presented here
will allow you to derive maximum performance from your radio. After reading it, keep
the manual handy for quick reference, in case questions arise later on.
We’re glad you joined the            team. Call on us any time, because our business is
communications. Let us help you get your message across.

                                     NOTICE
  There are no user-serviceable points inside this transceiver. All service jobs must
  be referred to your Authorized Service Center or Network Administrator.


                        Safety / Warning Information
  WARNING - DO NOT operate the VX-5500L radio when someone (bystanders)
  outside the vehicle is within following range.
  Safety Training information:
  Antennas used for this transmitter must not exceed an antenna gain of 0 dBd. The
  radio must be used in vehicle-mount configurations with a maximum operating duty
  factor not exceeding 50%, in typical Push-to-Talk configurations.
  This radio is restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where the
  radio operator must have the knowledge to control the exposure conditions of its
  passengers and bystanders by maintaining the minimum separation distance of
  following range.
  Failure to observe these restrictions will result in exceeding the FCC RF exposure
  limits.
  Antenna Installation:
  For rear deck trunk installation, the antenna must be located at least the following
  range away from rear seat passengers and bystanders in order to comply with the
  FCC RF exposure requirements.
  For roof top installation, the antenna must be placed in the center of the roof.

                           Radiated frequency and Distance

                                              (A)
                                     VX-5500L (B)

                                        1.15 m




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                 VX-5500 Operating Manual

                  POWER




The VX-5500 Series are full-featured FM transceivers designed for flexible mobile and
base station business communications in the L-VHF (70/30 Watts: programmable) Land
Mobile Bands. Each model is designed for reliable business communications in a wide
variety of applications, with a wide range of operating capability provided by its leading-
edge design.

The 250-channels memories can each be programmed with a 8-character channel name.

Important channel frequency data is stored in EEPROM and flash memory on the CPU,
and is easily programmable by dealers using a personal computer and the VERTEX STAN-
DARD CT-71 Programming Cable and CE49 Software.

The pages which follow will detail the many advanced features provided on the VX-5500
transceiver. After reading this manual, you may wish to consult with your Network Ad-
ministrator regarding precise details of the configuration of this equipment for use in your
application.




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                          CONTROLS & CONNECTORS
Front Panel
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À POWER Botton
     Press the button to turn the transceiver ON and OFF.

Á TX Indicator
     This lamp glows red when the radio is transmitting.

 BUSY Indicator
     This lamp glows green when the channel is busy.

à Liquid Crystal Display
     The display include an 8-character alpha-numeric section showing channel and group
     names, status and identity information, and error messages. Additional indicators on
     the display show priority channel assignments and scan include / exclude selection.

This channel on “SELECTABLE TONE” List         This channel on “INTERCOM” List
  This channel on “PUBLIC ADDRESS” or            Receiver Monitor
  “SPEAKER” List
                                                       This channel on “SCAN” List
This channel on “HORN ALERT” List
                                                                 Channel Group Number
      This channel on
          “OPTION” List




    This channel on “AUX A/B/C” List     8 Character Alpha-numeric Display


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                  CONTROLS & CONNECTORS
Ä p/q Button
   Pressing these buttons changes the current group (and displayed group number or
   name). Holding this button for more than 1/2 second causes the function to repeat.

Å SQC Indicator
   This lamp glows orange when incorrect position at the setting of CE49.

Æ Programmable Function Button (PF button)
   This button can be set up for special applications, such as high/low power selection,
   monitor, dimmer, talk-around, and call alert function, as determined by your network
   requirements and programmed by your VERTEX STANDARD dealer.

Ç VOLUME Knob
   This knob sets the volume of the receiver.

È EMERGENCY Microphone
   The emergency microphone is located behind this small slit. When the emergency
   feature is activated, this Microphone is enabled.

É CHANNEL Selector Knob
   This knob select the operating channel.
   Programmable Function Button (PF button)
   This button can be set up for special applications, such as high/low power selection,
   monitor, dimmer, talk-around, and call alert function, as determined by your network
   requirements and programmed by your VERTEX STANDARD dealer.


Side Panel
   Microphone Jack (It is on both sides.)
   Connect the microphone plug to this jack.




                              Microphone Jack




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                  CONTROLS & CONNECTORS
REAR (Heatsink)


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À Antenna Socket
   The 50-ohm coaxial feedline to the antenna must be connected here, using a type-M
   (PL-259) plug.

Á External Speaker Jack
   An external loudspeaker may be connected to this 2-contact, 3.5-mm mini-phone
   jack.
   Caution: Do not connect this line to ground, and be certain that the speaker has
            adequate capability to handle the audio output from the VX-5500.

 13.8-V DC Cable Pigtail w/Connector
   The supplied DC power cable must be connected to this 2-pin connector. Use only
   the supplied fused cable, extended if necessary, for power connection.

à DSUB 25-Pin Accessory Connector
   External TX audio line input, PTT (Push To Talk), Squelch, and external RX audio
   line output signal may be obtained from this connector for use with accessories such
   as data transmission/reception modems, ets.




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         BASIC OPERATION OF THE TRANSCEIVER
Important! - Before turning on the radio the first time, confirm that the power connec-
tions have been made correctly and that a proper antenna is connected to the antenna jack.

Switching Power ON/OFF
   Push the POWER switch turn on the radio. The display will become illuminated. The
   radio will start up on the last channel used prior to shut-down during the previous
   operating session.
   Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to choose the desired operating channel. A chan-
   nel name will appear on the display. If you want to select the operating channel from a
   different Memory Channel Group, press the UP (p) or DOWN (q) button to select
   the Memory Channel Group you want before selecting the operating channel.
Setting the Volume
   Turn the VOLUME knob clockwise to increase the volume, and counterclockwise to
   decrease it. If no signal is present, press and hold in the MON button more than 1/2
   seconds; background noise will now be heard, and you may use this to set the VOL-
   UME knob for the desired audio level. Press and hold the MON button more than 1/2
   seconds to quiet the noise and resume normal (quiet) monitoring.
Transmitting
   To transmit, wait until the “BUSY” indicator is off (the channel is not in use), and
   press the PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch on the side of the microphone (the “TX” indica-
   tor will appear or the “TX” indicator will glow red). While holding in the PTT switch,
   speak across the face of the microphone in a clear, normal voice level, and then release
   the PTT switch to receive.
Selecting Groups and Channels
   m Press the UP (p) or DOWN (q) button (repeatedly, if necessary) to select a
     different group of channels.
   m Turn the CHANNEL selector knob to select a different channel within the current
     group.

Automatic Time-Out Timer
   If the selected channel has been programmed for automatic time-out, you must limit
   the length of each transmission. While transmitting, a beep will sound five seconds
   before time-out. Another beep will sound just before the deadline; the “TX” indicator
   will disappear and transmission will cease soon thereafter. To resume transmitting,
   you must release the PTT and wait for the “penalty timer” to expire (if you press the
   PTT before this timer expires, the timer restarts, and you will have to wait another
   “penalty” period)



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                        ADVANCED OPERATION
Programmable Function Button (PF button)
The VX-5500 includes the seven Programmable Function Buttons (PF button).
The PF button functions can be customized, via programming by your VERTEX STAN-
DARD dealer, to meet your communications/network requirements. Some features may
require the purchase and installation of optional internal accessories. The possible PF
button programming features are illustrated at the below, and their functions are explained
on page 8.
For further details, contact your VERTEX STANDARD dealer. For future reference, check
the box next to each function that has been assigned to the PF button on your particular
radio, and keep it handy.


              POWER




                                                Programmable Function Button (PF button)
       Functions
                        <1.5 sec >1.5 sec <1.5 sec >1.5 sec <1.5 sec >1.5 sec <1.5 sec >1.5 sec <1.5 sec >1.5 sec <1.5 sec >1.5 sec <1.5 sec >1.5 sec


 None
 SCAN (SCN)
 Dual Watch
 Call/Reset
 Talk-Around (TA)
 Alpha Numeric (A/N)
 DIMMER (DIM)
 Emergency (EMG)
 Horn Alert (HA)
 Home Channel (HOM)
 Intercom (IC)
 Low Power (LOW)
 GRP UP
 GRP DWN
 CH UP
 CH DWN
 AUX A
 AUX B
 AUX C
 Public Address (PA)
 Monitor (MON)

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                         ADVANCED OPERATION
                                                 Programmable Function Button (PF button)
       Functions
                         <1.5 sec >1.5 sec <1.5 sec >1.5 sec <1.5 sec >1.5 sec <1.5 sec >1.5 sec <1.5 sec >1.5 sec <1.5 sec >1.5 sec <1.5 sec >1.5 sec


 RCL
 Selectable Tone (ST)
 SP*
 Squelch Level (SQL)
 Compander
 Encryption** (OPT)
* requires RMK-4000     ** requires Encryption Unit

Channel Scan
   The Scanning feature is used to monitor multiple signals programmed into the trans-
   ceiver. While scanning, the transceiver will check each channel for the presence of a
   signal, and will stop on a channel if a signal is present.
   To activate scanning:
   m Press the assigned PF button of the “Scan” momentarily to activate scanning.
   m The scanner will search the channels, looking for active ones; it will pause each
       time it finds a channel on which someone is speaking.
   To stop scanning
   m Press the assigned PF button of the “Scan”.
   m Operation will revert to the channel to which the CHANNEL selector knob is set.
   Note: Your dealer may have programmed your radio to stay on one of the following
          channels if you press the PTT switch during scanning pause:
          r Current channel (“Talk Back”)
          r “Last Busy” channel
          r “Priority” channel
          r “Home” channel
          r “Scan Start” channel
Dual Watch
   The Dual Watch feature is similar to the Scan feature, except that only two channels
   are monitored:
   r The current operating channel; and
   r The “Priority” channel.
   To activate Dual Watch:
   m Press the assigned PF button of the “Dual Watch”.
   m The scanner will search the two channels; it will pause each time it finds a channel
       on which someone is speaking.
   To stop Dual Watch:
   m Press the assigned PF button of the “Dual Watch”.
   m Operation will revert to the channel to which the CHANNEL selector knob is set.
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                        ADVANCED OPERATION
ARTS (Auto Range Transpond System)
This system is designed to inform you when you and another ARTS-equipped station are
within communication range.
During ARTS operation, your radio automatically transmits for about 1 second every 25
(or 55) seconds (the interval is programmed by Dealer) in an attempt to Shake hands with
the other station.
If you move out of range for more than one minutes, your radio senses that no signal has
been received, a ringing beeper will sound. If you subsequently move back into range, as
soon as the other station transmits, your beeper will sound.

The PF Button Function
The PF (Programmable Function) button can be programmed by the dealer to provide
two of the other functions described below.
To activate the primary Accessory function, press the PF button momentarily. To access
the secondary Accessory function (which may include the Alarm), press and hold the PF
button for 1.5 seconds or longer.
   Call/Reset
    When this feature is programmed and a selective call has been received, momen-
    tarily press the assigned PF button of the “Call/Reset” to reset the flashing indicator
    and mute the receiver, otherwise press the assigned PF button of the “Call/Reset” to
    sent your radio’s identification code (ANI) to the dispatcher.
   Talk-Around
    The feature causes the assigned PF button of the “Talk-Around” to select simplex
    operation on semi-duplex channels: the transmit frequency becomes the same as the
    receive frequency (regardless of any programmed offset for the channel).
    Note:This feature has no effect on simplex channels. After pressing the button,
         “-TAKARD-” is displayed on the LCD.
   Alpha Numeric
    Press the assigned PF button of the “Alpha Numeric” to switch the display between
    the Group/Channel number, and the Group/Channel name (alphanumeric). A tone
    will sound each time you switch between numerical and alphanumerical display.
   DIM
    Press the assigned PF button of the “DIM” to adjust the brightness of the display and
    key backright.




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                      ADVANCED OPERATION
  EMG (Emergency)
   Press the assigned PF button of the “EMG” to initiate an emergency call (requires
   ANI board). When an emergency call is made, not tone is emitted and the display
   does not change. To end the emergency call, turn the transceiver power OFF.
  HA (Horn Alert)
   Press the assigned PF button of the “HA” to turn the Horn Alert function ON or
   OFF. If you receive a call from the base station with 2Tone or DTMF signaling, horn
   alert will activate.
   When you turn Horn Alert ON, a tone will sound and “        ” appears on the display.
  Home (Home Channel)
   Press the assigned PF button of the “Home” to select the pre-programmed Home
   Channel. Press it again to return to the previous channel. If used while scanning,
   pressing this key a second time will change to the revert channel.
  IC (Intercom)
   This feature requires dual head configuration. Press the assigned PF button of the
   “IC” to turn the intercom feature ON or OFF. While ON, you can press the PTT
   switch to communicate to another control head operator without transmitting over
   the air. When you press this key, a tone sounds and “ ” appears on the display. The
   intercom can be used even while scanning and receiving a call
  Low Power
   Press the assigned PF button of the “Low Power” to set the radio's transmitter to the
   “Low Power” mode.
   Press this key again to return to “High Power” operation when in difficult terrain.
  GRP UP/DWN
   Press the assigned PF button of the “GRP UP” or “GRP DWN” to select a different
   group of channels.
  CH UP/DWN
   Press the assigned PF button of the “CH UP” or “CH DWN” to select a different
   channel within the current group.
  AUX A/B/C
   Press the assigned PF button of the “AUX A”, “AUX B”, or “AUX C” to turn the
   output port (respectively).
  PA (Public Address)
   Press the assigned PF button of the “PA” to use the transceiver as a PA amplifier.
   When you enable this function, a tone sounds and “       ” appears on the display.
   The public address can be used even while scanning and receiving a call.


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                      ADVANCED OPERATION
  MONI (Monitor)
   Press the assigned PF button of the “MONI” momentarily to cancel CTCSS and
   DCS signaling squelch; the “MON” icon appears on the display. Press and hold this
   key for 1/2 seconds to hear background noise (unmute the audio); the MON icon
   blinks on the display.
  RCL (Channel Recall)
   During scan, you can press the assigned PF button of the “RCL” to select the last
   called channel.
  ST (Selectable Tone)
   Press the assigned PF button of the “Selectable Tone”, then rotate the CHANNEL
   selector knob to select a 2-Tone.
  SP
   Press the assigned PF button of the “SP” to switch “Front panel”, “Front panel &
   Body” and “Body” speaker. When “Body” is selected, a tone sounds and the “        ”
   icon appears on the display. You can use this function while scanning and receiving
   a call. However, all audio will be emitted from the PA speaker.
  SQL (Squelch Level)
   You can manually adjust the squelch level using this function:
   1. Press the assigned PF button of the “SQL”. A tone sounds and SQL appears on
      the display with the current squelch level.
   2. Rotate the CHANNEL selector knob to select the desired level.
   3. Press the this key. A tone sounds and the display returns to the normal channel.
  COMP (Compander)
   Press the PF button assigned to the “COMP” function to turn the “Compander” IC
   ON or OFF.
   This IC contains two variable gain circuits configured for compressing and expand-
   ing the dynamic range of the radio's transmitted and received audio signal.
   When you enable this function, the signal-to-noise radio can be improved by reduc-
   ing the transmitted audio dynamic range.
  Encryption (Option)
   When the Voice Scrambler feature is enabled, pressing the assigned PF button of the
   “Encryption” toggles the Scrambler on and off.




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               OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
MH-25B7A      Microphone
MH-53C7A      Heavy Duty Microphone
MH-53A7A      Heavy Duty Microphone w/Noise Canceler
MH-53B7A      Heavy Duty DTMF Microphone w/Noise Canceler
CE49          Programming Software
CT-70         Radio Programming Cable (Requires VPL-1)
CT-71         Radio to PC Programming Cable
CT-72         Radio to Radio Programming Cable
CT-81         Cable for RMK-4000 (6 m)
CT-82         Cable for RMK-4000 (2.5 m)
CT-83         Cable for RMK-4000 (0.6 m)
CNT-6000      Control Head
RF DECK       RF Deck w/MMB-79 (for Dual Band Installations)
RMK-4000SH    Remote Kit (for Single Transceiver)
RMK-4000DH    Remote Kit (for Dual-Head Installations)
RMK-4000DB    Remote Kit (for Dual Band Installations)
RMK-4000DBH   Remote Kit (for Dual Band plus Dual Head Installations)
F2D-8         2-Tone Decode Unit (Requires FIF-7)
F5D-14        5-Tone ENC-DEC Unit (Requires FIF-7)
VTP-50        VX-Trunk Unit (Requires FIF-7)
FVP-25        Encryption/DTMF pager Unit (Requires FIF-7)
FP-1030       External 30A Power Supply
MLS-100       Mobile Loud speaker (12 W Peak Power)
MMB-79        Mobile Mounting Bracket
MMB-77        Locking Mobile Mounting Bracket
FIF-7         Inter face Board (for F2D-8, F5D-14, VTP-50, FVP-25)
CN-6          Inter face Board (for Accessories)




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Note:




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  This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause
  harmful interference.



  Part 15.21: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly ap-
  proved by Vertex Standard could void the user’s authorization to oper-
  ate this device.

VX-3200 OPERATING MANUAL
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            2008
Copyright 2003
VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.
All rights reserved
No portion of this manual
may be reproduced without
the permission of
VERTEX STANDARD CO., LTD.
Printed in Japan.


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Document Modified: 2008-12-10 13:18:08

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