ALINCO DR-M06R (01) PDF Document

Environment and condition of use:

• For your safety, do not drive while handling the radio. It is recommended that you check local traffic regulations regarding the use of radio equipment while driving.

• Do not use this product in close proximity to other electronic devices, especially medical ones, as it may cause interference.

• Keep the radio out of the reach of children.

• If liquid leaks from the product, do not touch it. It may damage your skin. Rinse with plenty of cold water if the liquid contacts your skin.

• Never operate this product in facilities where radio products are prohibited, such as aboard aircraft, in airports, in ports, or near business wireless stations or their relay stations.

• Be informed in advance when you travel, as the use of this product may be prohibited or illegal outside of your country.

• Do not use multiple radios in very close proximity to each other, as this may cause interference and/or damage to the products.

• Do not use the product in proximity to a TV or a radio, as it may cause or receive interference.

• Do not install the product in a humid, dusty, or insufficiently ventilated place.

• Do not install the product in an unstable or vibrating position.

• Do not install the product near a source of heat and humidity, such as a heater or a stove. Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight.

Handling this product:

• Be sure to reduce the audio output level to a minimum before using an earphone or headset, as excessive audio may damage hearing.

• Do not open the unit without permission or instruction from the manufacturer. Unauthorized modification or repair may result in electric shock, fire, and/or malfunction.

• Do not operate this product in a wet place such as a shower room.

• Do not place the product in a container carrying conductive materials, such as water or metal, in close proximity to it.

• Do not touch the heatsink, as it may become very hot during or after operation, which could risk burning your skin.

About the power supply:

• Use only an appropriate, reliable power supply of the correct voltage and capacity.

• Do not connect cables in reverse polarity.

• Do not plug multiple devices, including the power supply, into a single wall outlet.

• Do not handle a power supply with a wet hand.

• Securely plug the power supply into the wall outlet.

• Do not plug the power supply into the wall socket if the contacts are dirty.

• Do not modify or remove the fuse assembly from the DC cable.

In case of emergency:

If any of the following situations occur, please turn off the product, switch off the power source, and then remove or unplug the power cord. Contact your local dealer for service and assistance. Do not use the product until the trouble is resolved.

• When a strange sound, smoke, or strange odor comes from the product.

• When the product is dropped or the case is broken or cracked.

• When a liquid has penetrated inside.

• When a power cord (including DC cables, AC cables, and adapters) is damaged.

• Do not remove the case or touch the interior components. Tampering can cause equipment trouble.

• Do not use or keep the transceiver where it is exposed to direct sunlight, dusty places, or near sources of heat.

• Keep the transceiver away from TVs or other equipment if it interferes with reception.

• When transmitting for long periods at high power, the transceiver might overheat.

• Turn the power off immediately if the transceiver emits smoke or strange odors. Ensure the transceiver is safe, then bring it to the nearest Alinco service center.

• An operator’s license is required for this device.

Lightning Protection:

The transceiver has no protection against lightning. The user is responsible for providing adequate protection if using the device at home with an outdoor antenna. Be aware that any outdoor antenna creates a direct path for lightning current to the transceiver, whether the device is on or off. A vehicle does not provide a safe environment during lightning, and this becomes more dangerous if an outdoor antenna is installed on the car. Move the antenna and its cable into the car at the first sight of a forthcoming thunderstorm and lightning.

Your ALINCO DR-M06R features some of the most advanced functions and reliable engineering available. The ALINCO design philosophy focuses on developing innovative, usable features, including the following:

• Three different display styles are available on a large LCD panel, including frequency, channel number, or a 7-digit alphanumeric label.

• A simple, clean layout of keys and knobs ensures convenient operation.

• High-quality materials are used throughout the product, and a large heat sink around the chassis ensures stable and durable operation.

• 100 fully programmable memory channels with alphanumeric memory channel labels.

• CTCSS, DCS, and 4 different Tone-Bursts are standard for selective calling and repeater access worldwide.

• The transceiver has a cable clone capability.

• The Theft Alarm feature provides an extra measure of security for mobile installation (an optional cable may be required).

Below is a feature comparison for the ALINCO DR-M06R:

Carefully unpack to make sure the following items are found in the package in addition to the instruction manual:

• Transceiver

• Microphone EMS-53

• DC power cable with fuse holder (UA0038)

• Mobile mounting bracket (FM0078Z)

• Hardware kit for bracket (Complete set available as ADHK130), which includes:

– Black screws (M4*8mm) 4pcs. (AE0012)

– Tapping screws (M5*20mm) 4pcs. (AJ0003)

– Screws (M5*20mm) 4pcs. (AA0013)

– Washer (AZ0010) & S-washer (AZ0009)

– Hexagonal nut (M5) 4pcs. (AN0002)

– Small (spanner) wrench (FM0079)

– Spare fuses (a pair, 15A) 2pcs. (EF0005)

• Mic Hanger Unit (EBC-7) with Tapping screws (M3.5*10mm) 2pcs. (AJ0025)

• Instruction manual (PS0530B)

Note: The standard accessories may vary slightly depending on the version you have purchased.

The Transceiver requires a 12-13.8VDC negative-grounded power source. Use a regulated power supply capable of providing a continuous current of 12A or more. Power supplies that do not meet these specifications may cause malfunction and/or damage to the radio and will void the warranty.

1. Connect the microphone to the front panel of the transceiver.

2. Connect the antenna port to a 50-ohm antenna that is tuned to the band of operation, using good quality 50-ohm coaxial cable.

3. Connect the DC power cable to the transceiver. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal and the black lead to the negative terminal of your DC power supply.

CAUTION: The body (heatsink) of this product may become very hot during and after operation. Never touch the unit until it cools down.

Location:

The transceiver may be installed in any position in your car where the controls and microphone are easily accessible and it does not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle or the performance of the set. If your vehicle is equipped with airbags, be certain your radio will not interfere with their deployment. If you are uncertain about where to mount the unit, contact your vehicle’s manufacturer. When installing the unit in a less ventilated place, ensure that DC cables never touch the heatsink of the unit, as it may become excessively hot and risk melting the cable insulation.

Installing a Mobile Antenna:

Use a 50-ohm coaxial cable to connect the antenna. Mobile antennas require an appropriate mounting base for proper installation and operation. For more information, see the documentation for your antenna.

CAUTION: After installing your antenna, ensure that you have the best possible SWR reading. High RF environments can cause severe damage to your unit. Ensure that you are not in a high RF environment when operating the transceiver.

Installing the Transceiver:

Use the included mounting bracket and hardware to securely fasten the transceiver in your chosen location. You may need to drill holes (4+/-0.2 mm) to mount the bracket.

RF Hazard Warning: The electromagnetic (Radio Frequency) exposure level of this device may exceed European standards when transmitting at high power with a unity gain antenna at a distance of 63cm or less. Hazardous RF exposure depends on antenna gain, distance from the operator, output setting, and environment. For safety, it is recommended that the antenna be installed outside of, and as far as possible from, the operator’s area. Avoid using an excessively high-gained antenna if the distance between the operator and the antenna is very limited. Always use the minimum necessary output power for communications.

Primary Functions

Functions activated after pressing the FUNC Key (F appears on display)

Turning the unit on and off:

Press the power switch (PWR) to turn the unit on. Press the power switch again to turn it off.

Audio Volume level setting:

Rotate the VOL knob clockwise to increase the audio level, and counterclockwise to decrease it. Set it at the desired level.

The squelch eliminates the background noise when no signal is received. Higher level settings keep the squelch “closed” more tightly for quieter monitoring but may prevent you from hearing weak signals. Lower settings allow weaker signals to “open” the squelch, but noise may also cause it to open.

1. Press the SQL key. The SQL icon appears on the display, and the squelch level will be shown where the memory number is usually displayed. There are 21 levels available, from 0 to 20, with “0” being the lowest setting.

2. Rotate the main dial or use the UP/DOWN keys on the microphone to adjust the squelch to the desired level.

3. To return to normal use, press the PTT key or any key on the front panel. If there are no operations within 5 seconds, the unit will automatically store the setting and return to its original status. The new squelch level will be stored until another adjustment is made.

VFO (variable frequency oscillator) mode allows you to change the frequency. First, ensure you are in VFO mode. If “M” or “C” icons are displayed, press the “V/M” key until those icons disappear.

Change frequency by the channel step:

Rotate the main dial clockwise to increase the frequency and counterclockwise to decrease it. The UP/DOWN keys on the microphone function in the same way.

Change frequency by 1 MHz steps:

This enables a quick change of frequency.

1. Press the MHz key. The digits after 100 kHz will disappear from the display.

2. Rotate the main dial or use the UP/DOWN keys to change the MHz value.

1. Ensure the unit is in VFO mode. Refer to the Parameter Setting Mode section to enter the SET mode.

2. Select the channel step setting using the tuning knob. The current channel step will be displayed.

Available steps are: 5 kHz (STP-5), 8.33 kHz (STP-83), 10 kHz (STP-10), 12.5 kHz (STP-125), 15 kHz (STP-15), 20 kHz (STP-20), 25 kHz (STP-25), 30 kHz (STP-30), and 50 kHz (STP-50).

3. Press PTT or any key except SQL on the front panel to enter the desired step into the transceiver’s memory. The display will then return to the original status.

Repeaters operate in duplex mode, receiving on one frequency (UP-LINK) and re-transmitting on another (DOWN-LINK). The difference between these frequencies is the offset frequency. The direction is positive (+) if the UP-LINK is higher than the DOWN-LINK, and negative (-) if it is lower. The offset is variable from 0 to 99.995 MHz.

1. Press the F (FUNC) key. While the F icon is on the display, press the MHz key. The display shows the current status of the shift direction (+ or -) and the offset frequency. The default value for the DR-M06R is 0.90 MHz (900 kHz) in the negative direction.

2. Press the MHz key repeatedly until the desired offset direction is set (+, -, or no icon for simplex). If SIMPLEX mode is desired (no offset), select the position where both – and + icons have disappeared.

3. Rotate the dial or use the UP/DOWN keys on the microphone to change the offset frequency. It changes according to the channel step setting.

4. For faster setting changes, while in this mode, if the F key is pressed again, the offset frequency can be changed in 1 MHz steps.

5. Press PTT or any key except F or MHz on the front panel to save the setting and return to the original status.

Many repeaters require a CTCSS tone or DCS code for access. These can also be used as a squelch to only hear calls with a matching tone/code.

1. Press the TS/DCS key. The current setting will be displayed with T, SQ, or DCS icons and the corresponding frequency or code. Press the same key repeatedly to cycle through the settings:

• T (Tone Encode): The display shows “T” and a frequency (e.g., 88.5). The unit transmits this sub-audible tone when PTT is pressed. Rotate the main dial or use UP/DOWN keys to select the desired frequency.

• T/SQ (Tone Squelch): The display shows “T/SQ” and a frequency. This enables CTCSS squelch, and the audio will only be heard when a signal with the matching tone is received. Rotate the dial or use UP/DOWN keys to change the frequency.

• DCS (Digital Coded Squelch): The display shows “DCS” and a 3-digit code. This enables DCS encoding and decoding. Rotate the dial or use UP/DOWN keys to select the code.

2. After selecting the mode and frequency/code, press any key (except TS/DCS or UP/DOWN keys) to enter the setting and return to the original status. The corresponding icon will remain on the display.

3. To turn off CTCSS/DCS, press the TS/DCS key until the T/TQ/DCS icon disappears.

Note: The CTCSS encoding and decoding frequencies can be set differently. The encode setting automatically relates to the decode setting, but the decode setting does not affect the encode setting.

The memory mode provides up to 100 channels (0-99), 1 call channel, and a pair of program-scan “edge memory” channels (PL/PH).

1. Return to VFO mode by pressing the V/M key until the ‘M’ icon disappears.

2. In VFO mode, set up all the desired parameters you wish to store: frequency, shift direction, offset frequency, CTCSS/DCS settings, etc.

3. When all settings are complete, press the FUNC key. The ‘F’ and ‘M’ icons will appear, and a memory channel number will be indicated on the display.

4. Rotate the main dial or press the UP/DOWN keys to select the desired memory channel number. An empty channel is shown with a flashing ‘M’ icon.

5. While the ‘F’ icon is on the display, press the MW (V/M) key. The VFO settings are copied to the memory channel, and a beep will sound. If you select a previously programmed channel (stable ‘M’ icon), it will be overwritten.

To delete a programmed channel:

1. Select the channel in memory mode.

2. Press the FUNC key, then press the MW key while the ‘F’ icon is on.

3. The memory is deleted, a beep sounds, and the ‘M’ icon starts flashing, indicating the channel is now empty.

Programmable data in the memory channel includes:

• Frequency

• Shift frequency

• Shift direction

• CTCSS tone (encode and decode)

• Tone Squelch setting

• DCS code (encode and decode)

• DCS squelch setting

• Scan skip channel

• Busy Channel Lock Out setting

CALL mode is a memory mode that allows the transceiver to quickly recall an assigned memory channel by simply pressing the CALL key.

1. Press the CALL key. The ‘C’ icon appears on the display, and the transceiver enters CALL mode. In this mode, the main dial and UP/DOWN keys cannot change the frequency.

2. Press the CALL key again or press the V/M key to exit CALL mode.

Note: No scan functions are available in CALL mode. To store a desired setting in the CALL channel, follow the memory programming instructions and assign your selected settings to memory channel ‘C’. The call channel can be modified but cannot be eliminated or hidden.

1. Select the desired frequency. Ensure you are authorized to operate on this frequency and monitor it to make sure you are not disturbing any ongoing communications.

2. Select the output power. Press the FUNC key, and then while the ‘F’ icon is on the display, press the CALL/H/L key. As the CALL key is pressed, the output power changes among 3 levels:

• Lo icon: LOW power setting

• Mi icon: MEDIUM power setting

• No icon: HIGH power setting (default)

The output power level cannot be changed during transmission.

3. Press the PTT key on the microphone to transmit and release it to receive. During transmission, the relative power output is shown on the RF meter:

• LOW power: 2 segments

• MID power: 3 segments

• HIGH power: 5 segments

Note for vehicle operation: Do not transmit for extended periods without running the engine to avoid battery drainage. Watch the road and check local regulations that may pertain to the use of a transceiver while driving.

By entering the Parameter Setting mode, some of the radio’s operating parameters can be changed to suit your application.

1. Press the FUNC key for more than 2 seconds to enter the Parameter Setting mode.

2. Rotate the main dial to select the desired setting menu (e.g., STP-20, TIMER, BEEP-ON).

3. Press the SQL or UP/DOWN keys to enter the selected setting into the radio’s memory. The transceiver is now ready for additional parameter adjustments.

4. Press any key OTHER than SQL/UP/DOWN to exit the Parameter mode. The only exception is the Channel Tag setting, which accepts only PTT, FUNC, MHz, and TS/DCS keys to exit.

Selectable Parameters Menu:

• STP-20: Channel Step setting

• TIMER: Scan type (time scan/busy scan)

• BEEP-ON: Beep sound ON/OFF

• TOT-OFF: Time-Out-Timer ON/OFF

• TP-OFF: TOT penalty ON/OFF

• APO-OFF: Auto-Power-Off ON/OFF

• TB-1750: Tone-Burst Frequency setting

• BCLO-OF: Busy-Channel-Lock-Out ON/OFF

• SCR-OFF: Theft Alarm ON/OFF

• Alphanumeric Channel Tag setting (Appears only after memories are programmed)

• Scan Type: Selects the scan resume condition. TIMER setting allows the radio to resume scanning after 5 seconds, regardless of signal status. BUSY setting resumes scanning only when the received signal is gone.

• Beep Sound: BEEP-ON enables a beep that sounds after certain keys are touched or a setting is done. BEEP-OF disables the beep function.

• Time-Out-Timer (TOT): Prohibits transmitting after a certain period has elapsed. In the menu, rotate the main dial to select the time-out time in seconds (up to 450 seconds or 7.5 minutes). The radio alerts you with a beep 5 seconds before time-out.

• TOT Penalty: When transmission is shut down by TOT, this function prohibits another transmission for a selected time period (up to 15 seconds). A beep sounds if PTT is pressed during the penalty period.

• APO – Auto Power OFF: This feature automatically shuts off the transceiver after 30 minutes of no activity to avoid draining a car battery. Rotate the dial to select APO-ON to activate.

• Tone-Burst Frequency: Selects the audible tone required to activate “sleeping” repeaters. Default is 1750 Hz. Selectable from 1750, 2100, 1000, 1450 Hz.

• Busy-Channel-Lock-Out (BCLO): Prohibits transmission as long as there is a signal on the receiving frequency. When activated, the radio transmits only when the channel is clear (BUSY icon is off) or when the tone/DCS squelch is opened by a corresponding signal.

• Theft Alarm: Select ON or DLY to activate the function. (See Theft Alarm section for full operation).

You can display memory channels with an alphanumeric tag instead of the frequency. This function cannot be enabled without programming memories first. 67 characters are available (A-Z, 0-9).

1. Enter the set mode while the unit is in memory mode.

2. Select the alphanumeric tag setting by rotating the main dial or pressing the UP/DOWN keys. The display shows ‘[A]’ flashing.

3. Rotate the main dial to select a character. Press the V/M key. The character stops flashing and is entered.

4. The same flashing character appears next to it, ready for the next character to be entered. Repeat the sequence for up to seven characters.

5. To delete all characters during programming, press the [CALL] key.

6. To exit after the setting is done, press one of the following keys: PTT, FUNC, TS/DCS.

After programming, the alphanumeric tag will be displayed instead of the frequency in memory mode. To see the programmed frequency, press FUNC, and it will be displayed for 5 seconds. To return to the alphanumeric display, wait 5 seconds or press any key.

Use this function to automatically search for signals. You can choose Timer or Busy mode for the resuming condition in the parameter settings. The scan direction can be changed by rotating the main dial or pressing UP/DOWN keys during the scan.

[VFO Scan]

Scans all VFO channels according to the preset tuning step.

1. Enter VFO mode.

2. Press the UP (to go up) or Down (to go down) key or the MHz key for more than 1 second but less than 2 seconds.

3. The scan starts. It stops at a frequency where a signal is detected and resumes according to the resume setting.

4. Press any key (other than UP/DOWN keys) to exit.

[Memory Scan]

Scans all memory channels unless the Memory skip feature is selected.

1. Enter Memory mode.

2. The sequence to start and stop is the same as in VFO scan.

Memory Skip feature: This allows specified memory channels to be skipped during the scan.

1. In Memory mode, select the channel to be skipped.

2. Press the FUNC key. While the F icon is visible, press the V/M key. When the channel is set to Skip, the 10 MHz order decimal point will be displayed.

3. Repeat the sequence to delete the skip setting.

[Program Scan]

This is a type of VFO scan that only scans between frequencies set in the PL (low) and PH (high) memory channels.

1. Enter VFO mode and set the PL and PH frequencies into the designated memory channels.

2. Return to VFO mode and set the VFO to a frequency within the range to be scanned.

3. Press the MHz key for more than 1 second to start scanning. During this scan, “P” flashes after the memory channel display.

4. Use the main dial or UP/DOWN keys to change direction. Press any other key to exit.

[Tone Scan]

Automatically searches for the CTCSS tone an incoming signal might carry.

1. Press the TS/DCS key to enter CTCSS decode setting mode.

2. Press the UP/DOWN key for more than 1 second but less than 2 seconds to start scanning. It scans 39 tones in order.

3. The decimal point on the tone frequency will flash, and it stops when the matching tone is detected.

4. Press any key (other than UP/DOWN keys) to exit.

[DCS Scan]

Searches for a DCS code on an incoming signal.

1. Press the TS/DCS key to enter DCS setting mode.

2. Press the UP/DOWN key for more than 1 second but less than 2 seconds to start. It searches the 104 DCS codes.

3. The 10 MHz order decimal point will flash and stop when the matching code is detected.

4. Press any key (other than UP/DOWN keys) to exit.

This will lock the keys to avoid unintentional changes.

1. Press the FUNC key, and then press the TS/DCS key while the ‘F’ icon is on the display.

2. The key symbol icon appears on the display.

3. With this function activated, only the following commands can be accessed:

• PTT

• FUNC+TS/DCS to cancel this function

• Monitor function (to release squelch for weak signal reception)

• Squelch setting

• UP/DOWN keys

To send a tone burst, press and hold the DOWN key on the microphone while the PTT key is pressed. The tone burst will be transmitted as long as both keys are pressed together. Usually, just a few seconds of burst is enough to activate a repeater.

This alert uses a beep sound when the unit is about to be removed in an improper manner. This function is useful when the unit is installed in a vehicle and requires the optional ADALM135 alarm cable kit.

[Operation 1: Immediate Alarm]

Setting: Connect the DC cable directly to the battery.

1. Connect the provided alarm cable to the DATA jack on the front panel. Secure the other end of the cable to an object that stays fixed in the vehicle.

2. Enter the Parameter Setting mode by pressing FUNC key for more than 2 seconds. Use SQL or UP/DOWN keys to select the ‘SCR’ menu and rotate the dial to set SCR-ON. Press any key other than SQL/UP/DOWN to enter the setting and exit.

3. Turn off the unit with the main power switch. The TX LED will be lit, indicating the alarm is active.

Function:

• If the alarm cable is removed from the DATA jack or cut, the alarm sounds for 10 minutes. During the alarm, the unit goes to receive on memory channel 99, according to its pre-programmed setting (TSQ/DCS accepted).

• When a signal is received on channel 99, the alarm stops.

• Turning on the unit with the SQL key pressed also cancels the alarm.

• To turn off the alarm function, turn on the unit, enter the Parameter setting mode again, and select SCR-OF.

[Operation 2: Delayed Alarm]

Choose this operation when a delay period is desired.

1. Enter the Parameter setting mode as described previously and select SCR-DLY.

2. Turn off the unit. The display will disappear but the LCD illumination stays on. After 20 seconds, the TX LED lights up, illumination dims, and the alarm function becomes active. The system won’t work during this 20-second “DELAY” period.

3. The alarm sounds under the same conditions as described previously, but there is a 20-second delay before it sounds. To cancel the alarm, turn ON the unit during the “DELAY” period.

This feature will copy the programmed data and parameters from a master unit to slave units. You will need to make a cable using 3.5 mm stereo-mini plugs.

Connection:

1. Make a master unit by setting and programming it as desired.

2. Turn off both units (master and slave).

3. Connect the cable between the DATA jacks on both the master and slave radios.

4. Turn both radios on after the connection is made.

Setting: Slave side

1. Go to receive mode (VFO or Memory).

2. When it receives the clone data, LD*** shows up on the display.

3. When the transmission is successfully finished, the display will show [PASS].

4. Turn off the power. Disconnect the cable and repeat the sequence to clone the next slave unit.

Setting: Master side

1. Press the CALL key with the FUNC key pressed. CLONE will be displayed, and the radio enters the clone mode.

2. Press PTT. SD*** will be displayed, and it starts sending the data into the slave unit.

3. [PASS] will appear on the display when the data is successfully transmitted.

4. The master radio may stay turned on for the next clone. Turn off the unit to exit from the clone mode.

If the data is not successfully transmitted, turn off both units, make sure the cable connection is correct, and repeat the entire operation. If you quit the operation while the clone is incomplete, please reset the slave unit.

Resetting the transceiver returns all programmed contents to their factory default settings. If any problems persist, resetting may resolve them.

Reset Procedure:

While holding the FUNC key down, turn the power on. All segments of the LCD will be displayed, and then the default settings will be displayed.

NOTE: Take special care when resetting because all settings are initialized.

Factory Default Settings for DR-M06R:

Please check the list below before concluding that the transceiver is faulty. If a problem persists, reset the transceiver. This can sometimes correct erroneous operation.

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Note: All specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.