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- Page 1 two way radio...
- Page 2 Cutting edge design, high-end professional grade materials and components, simple operation and superior assembly quality: RCA Communications Systems has it all, including our exclusive no-nonsense, four-year “Warranty Protection Program,” one of the most comprehensive warranties in the communications industry.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Emergency Operations........25 Assignable Radio Functions......16 Assignable Settings or Utility Functions..16-17 Initiating and Responding to Emergency Accessing Programmed Functions....17 Alarm.............26 Radio Keypad (only RDR2600 )......18 Exiting Emergency Mode........27 Operational Status Indicators......19 Advanced Features...........27 Display Icons..........19-20 Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... - Page 4 Viewing an Entry in the Scan List.....42 Sending a Quick Text Message......33 Scan Instructions and Methods......42 Managing Fail-to-Send Text Messages.....34 Starting and Stopping Scan.......43 Resend a Text Message........34 Responding to a Scan........43 Forwarding a Text Message......34 Deleting a Nuisance Channel......44 Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems...
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Page 5: Technical Specifications
Turning the Introduction Screen VHF: 136-174MHz On or OFF (RDR2550 /RDR2600 )....49 Frequency Accessing General Radio Info UHF: 406.1-520Mhz (RDR2550 /RDR2600 Checking the Radio ID........49 Operating Temperature (-20°C)~+50°C / (-4°F)~+122°F Storage Temperature (-40°C)~+80°C / (-40°F)~+176°F Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... - Page 6 12.5khZ Voice: 7K60F1E & 70dB 4FSK Digital Modulation Rejection 7K60FXE Receive Spurious -57dBm@<1GHz, Combination of 12.5 kHz Voice Radiation -47dBm@>1GHz and Data: 7K60F1W Block 84dB Rated Audio Power 1W @16 Ohms Rated Audio Distortion ≤3% Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems...
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Page 7: Safety And General Information
Any service performed by away from your body. unauthorized technicians will void the warranty. For a complete list of RCA approved antennas, batteries, chargers, holsters audio » Turn radio off when near electrical blasting... -
Page 8: Product Inspection
RDR2000 Series Professional Digital Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual PRODUCT INSPECTION Prior to unpacking your RDR2000 Series portable radio, please inspect the packaging for signs of damage and report any damage or missing components immediately to your RCA RDR2500 RDR2600 RDR2550 Communications Systems Sales and Service... -
Page 9: Rca Rdr2000 Tm Series Overview
, RDR2550 or RDR2600 is marked on the radio label. If it is not visible, identify the frequency band according to the color circle on the antenna: white indicates UHF and red indicates VHF. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 10: Rca Rdr2000 Tm Series Overview (Continued)
5. The green LED light will illuminate Side Button 2* approximately two hours later, indicating the battery is fully charged. Side Button 3* Accessories Connector Screw-On Belt Clip Battery Battery Charging Contact Points Image A Image B Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 11: Charging The Battery
RDR2 500 lon) battery. To avoid damage and comply with warranty terms, charge the battery Image C using only an original RCA charger, exactly as described in the charger user guide. When the charger’s LED illuminates red, Caution: it is an indication that the battery is being To reduce the risk of injury, use only batteries correctly charged. -
Page 12: Battery Storage
-4°F (-20°C). Having 3. When storing a battery, keep it in a dry a spare battery is always necessary in place at room temperature. extremely cold environments. A cold Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 13: Attaching The Battery
1. Place the battery on the back of the radio. (See Figure 1) 2. Press the battery down (See Figure 2) until the battery clicks into place. Note: If the battery is not securely locked, remove it and reattach it. Figure 2 Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 14: Attaching / Removing Antenna
Note: Same for all RDR2000 Series Radios. Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 * If antenna needs to be replaced, ensure that only RCA Communications Systems antennas are used. Damaged Antennas may reduce your radio coverage. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 15: Connecting Audio Accessories
RDR2000 Series Professional Digital Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Connecting Audio Accessories The accessory connector is located on the side of the radio. It is used to connect RCA audio Turn On/Off the Radio accessories to the radio. Remove the accessory 1. -
Page 16: Adjusting The Volume
One Touch Access 1 Lone Worker On/Off One Touch Access 2 Manual Dial Private Call (RDR2600) One Touch Access 3 Zone Toggle (Only RDR2500 One Touch Access 4 Battery Indicator (Only RDR2500 One Touch Access 5 Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 17: Assignable Radio Functions
The microphone is activated when Scan On/Off - Toggles scan on or off. the PTT button is pressed. Tight/Normal Squelch - Toggles squelch level - If a call is in progress, the PTT button allows Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 18: Accessing Programmed Functions
(programmed A short or long press of the relevant by your RCA Communications Systems Dealer), programmable buttons. you will hear a short alert tone the moment the target radio (the radio that is receiving your call) releases the PTT button, indicating the channel is free for you to respond. -
Page 19: Radio Keypad (Only Rdr2600 Tm )
CAPS lock. Another long press to CAPS turn off the CAPS lock. * or Del NOTE: Press during text entry to delete a character. # or Space NOTE: Press during text entry to # ˽ insert a space. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 20: Operational Status Indicators
Emergency - Radio is in Emergency is only displayed while the radio is in mode. receiving mode. Monitor - Selected channel is being Privacy - The Privacy feature is enabled. monitored. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 21: Led Indicator
Group Call or All Call in progress. In the self-test upon powering up. Contacts list, it indicates a group alias (name) or ID (number). Solid Red - Radio is transmitting. Blinking Green - Radio is powering up. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 22: Audio Tones
Change zones with radio’s function keys Audio Tones (RDR2500) as programmed by your RCA Alert tones provide you with audible indications Communications Systems dealer or radio’s of the radio’s status or the radio’s response to Menu (RDR2550 / RDR2600). -
Page 23: Selecting A Channel, Subscriber Id Or Group Id
The second line displays Private Call and the 3. Press the [PTT] button to respond to the Private Call icon. (RDR2550 /RDR2600 call and the LED indicator lights up red. in Digital mode only). Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 24: Receiving An All Call
To make a call to a group of users, your radio Call icon. (RDR2550 /RDR2600 in Digital must be configured as part of that group. mode only). 1. Turn the Channel Selector Knob to select Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 25: Making A Private Call
Your radio must be or ID. programmed to allow you to use this feature. 2. Press the [PTT] button to make the call. 1. Turn the Channel Selector Knob to select Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 26: Making A Group Or Private Call With One Touch Access Button
(RDR2550 /RDR2600 1. Press the programmed One Touch Access only) display regardless of any activity on button to make a Group or Private Call to the current channel. Note: This function is Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 27: Initiating And Responding To Emergency
Emergency Alarm press the [PTT] button to initiate, or respond received indications. Press [PTT] button to to the call. initiate a call with the emergency initiating Initiating & Responding to Emergency radio. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 28: Exiting Emergency Mode
Note: This feature is only applicable for Target Radio Not Available. subscriber aliases or IDs in digital mode. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 29: Remote Monitor
Successful OR The display shows Remote activity surrounding the target radio. Note: Monitor Failed. Your radio must be programmed by your RCA 7. If successful, the radio will start receiving Communications Systems dealer to allow you audio from the monitored radio for a to use the Remote Monitor feature. -
Page 30: Making A Group Call From Contacts
ID and 5. Release the [PTT] button to listen, when any the second line displays Private Call and the user in the group responds, the LED blinks Private Call icon. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 31: Call Log Features
1. While viewing an entry from the Call Log Accessing the Call Log list press [ ] to select. Use the programmed Remote Monitor button. 2. Press [ 1. Press [ ] to access the menu. button to navigate to [Delete]. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 32: Call Alert Operation
OR if the Call Alert acknowledgement is the prompt, or press [ ] button to select not received, a tone sounds and the display ”Ignore?” and to exit the Call Alert. shows Call Alert Failed. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 33: Text Message Features(Rdr2550/Rdr2600 Tm )
Press [ ] to move option screen. one space to the left. Press [ or the Note: If you exit the message sending screen (#)] key to move one space to the right. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 34: Sending A Quick Text Message
[ Your radio supports a maximum of 50 Quick to Manual Dial, press [ ] button, input Text messages as programmed by your RCA subscriber ID and press [ ] button. Communications Systems dealer. While Quick 7. -
Page 35: Managing Fail-To-Send Text Messages
1. Press [ ] to resend the same message to sounds and the display shows Message the same subscriber / group alias or ID. Send Failed. 2. If the message is sent successfully, a tone Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 36: Editing A Text Message
Viewing Sent Text Messages (RDR2550 5. The display shows Text Message: RDR2600 only), confirming 1. Press [ ] to access the menu. your message is being sent. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 37: Deleting All Sent Text Messages From
] to navigate Delete All select. and press [ ] to select. 3. If you select [Resend] or [Edit] and then 5. The display shows Delete Message?, press [Send] the display will show Text Message: Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 38: Receiving A Text Message
] enter into Read Later or Inbox (RDR2550 /RDR2600 only) Delete option screen. 1. Press [ ] to access the menu. • Select Read Later to return to the screen 2. Press [ ] to navigate to Messages Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 39: Replying To A Text Message From Inbox
[ ] to select. Inbox (RDR2550 /RDR2600 only) 6. Press [ ] to navigate to Write 1. Press [ ] to access the menu. and press [ ] to select. A blinking Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 40: Privacy
Privacy button to Turn On or If enabled, this feature helps to prevent Turn Off Privacy. You can also turn on and off eavesdropping by unauthorized users on the Privacy through the Menu of the radio Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 41: Dual Tone Multi Frequency (Dtmf)
5. The display shows Privacy and Turn On. access code, which is system dependent. Press [ ] to enable privacy. The display Please contact with your RCA Communications shows Privacy On. If the Privacy was Systems dealer or system administrator for already on the display shows Privacy and more information. -
Page 42: Radio Active
Prodigi RDR2000 Series Professional Digital Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Menu of your radio (RDR2550 /RDR2600 Kill code set by your RCA Communications only) Systems dealer. 6. If successful, a tone sounds and the display Radio Active: Radio’s receive / transmit shows Radio Kill successfully. -
Page 43: Scan
When a scan is initiated, your radio cycles scan list supports a mixture of both analog through the programmed scan list for the and digital entries. You can add, delete, or current channel looking for voice activity. The Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 44: Starting And Stopping Scan
• Manual Scan: Initiate scan manually 5. Press [ ] to select. using the programmed by your RCA 6. The LED blinks red and the Scan icon is Communications Systems dealer Scan displayed when Scan is enabled. The LED... -
Page 45: Deleting A Nuisance Channel
Keypad Unlocked and returns to the Home To restore the deleted nuisance channel, screen. power the radio off and back on again or press Stop and Start to restart a scan via the programmed Scan button. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 46: Turning Keypad Tones On Or Off (Only Rdr2600 Tm )
5. Choose either Tight or Normal and press You can adjust your radio’s squelch level [ ] button, screen returns to the previous to filter out unwanted calls with low signal menu. strength or channels that have a higher than Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 47: Setting The Power Level
Settings and press [ ] to select. 5. Change your current setting as prompted 4. Press [ ] to navigate to VOX and on the display and press [ ] to select new power level. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 48: Controlling The Display Backlight
5. If the display shows “Auto On”. Press 1. Press [ ] to access the menu. [ ] to enable the display backlight and 2. Press [ ] to navigate to Utilities the display shows “Backlight Auto On”. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 49: Turning The Led Indicator On Or Off
] to navigate to Utilities alerts (except for the incoming Emergency and press [ ] to select. alert tone) if needed. 3. Press [ ] to navigate to Radio 1. Press [ ] to access the menu. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 50: Turning The Introduction Screen On Or Off
[ ] to select. RDR2600 only) 3. Press [ ] to navigate to Radio 1. Press [ ] to access the menu. Settings and press [ ] to select. 2. Press [ ] to navigate to Utilities Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 51: Checking The Firmware Version
• Do not place the radio in a dusty environment. 5. The display shows the current Firmware • Clean with a lint-free cloth moistened with version. clean water or a mild dishwashing liquid. • Avoid exposing to corrosives, solvents or spirits. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 52: Troubleshooting
Turn the volume control knob to its maximum volume. Radio is on, but you cannot b. Return the radio to your dealer to check for microphone hear voice transmissions or damage. they are not very loud Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 53: Optional Accessories
Prodigi RDR2000 Series Professional Digital Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual Optional Accessories Note: Only the use of Genuine RCA accessories will guarantee compatibility and maximum performance of your radios. Stubby Antenna ANH3500U-3 - UHF ANH3500V-3 - VHF More compact and convenient than the standard antenna, but reduces coverage by approximately 30%. - Page 54 No need to remove the radio from your waist, which helps prevent radio damage or loss. D-Loop Style Surveillance Kit with In-line PTT SK11DL-X03S Professional, 1-Wire, high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems...
- Page 55 SK21NE-X03S Professional, 2-Wire, high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication In-Ear Style, 3-Wire Surveillance Kit with In-line PTT SK31NE-X03S Professional, 3-Wire, high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems...
- Page 56 High Noise, Over-The-Head Double Ear Headset HS61NR-X03S For use in high noise environments such as airports, race tracks and manufacturing plants (-24dB noise reduction). High Noise, Behind-The-Head Headset HS71NR-X03S When a hard hat is necessary in high noise environments. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems...
- Page 57 HL3600FL - Leather Holster with fixed belt loop, with keypad and display HL3600SC - Leather Holster with swivel clip, with keypad and display HL3600SL - Leather Holster with swivel belt loop, with keypad and display Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems...
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Page 58: Fcc Caution
This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... -
Page 59: Rf Exposure Compliance
Do not use this device if the operational requirements described herein are not met. Operating Instructions: Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time. To transmit (talk), push the Push- To-Talk (PTT) button. To receive calls, release the PTT button. Copyright © 2016 RCA Communications Systems... - Page 60 Keeping the radio at the proper distance is important because RF exposures decrease with increasing distance from the antenna. Use only RCA Communications Systems approved supplied or replacement antennas, batteries, and accessories. Use of non-manufacturer-nameapproved antennas, batteries, and accessories may exceed the FCC RF exposure guidelines.
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Page 61: Warranty Statement
RDR2000 Series Professional Digital Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual WARRANTY STATEMENT RCA Communications Systems warrants each new radio product it supplies to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the time period listed below, provided that the user has complied with the requirements stated herein. - Page 62 RDR2000 Series Professional Digital Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual RCA Communications Systems shall have no obligation to repair or replace the product, if there is damage as a result of normal wear and tear or if the damage is caused in whole or in part by...
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Page 63: Customer Support Contact Info
Phone: 310-224-5100 / Fax: 310-224-5101 www.discounttwo-wayradio.com RCA COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS strives to achieve accuracy and completeness of this manual, but no warranty of accuracy or reliability is given. All the above specifications and design are subject to change without notice due to continuous development.