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WIDE RANGE COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER 100 KHz – 1300MHzATTDWSKIP TSQCOMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER AR-miniSELPWL.SRCH TONEMWV/M SCAN MODEPWROPERATING MANUAL

INTRODUCTION10Part Names and FunctionsV/MSCANMODEPWRATTDWSKIPTSQCOMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER AR-miniSELPWL.SRCHTONEMW:82>B=@.;

INTRODUCTION11: Display@ c (Up) key● Press this key to increase the setting value.● Hold down this key to set the attenuator.● Hold down the FUNC key

INTRODUCTION128 Dial knob● Turn this knob to change the frequency or memorized channel.● Press this knob to switch the volume or squelch settings. ● H

INTRODUCTION13Descriptions of LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)Main Display: Frequency, memory name, set mode name or the other various conditions are disp

PREPARATION AND BASIC USAGE14Connecting the antenna1 Press the antenna firmly onto the antenna connector.V/MSCANMODEPWRATTDWSKIPCOMMUNICATIONS RECEIVE

PREPARATION AND BASIC USAGE15Attaching the Belt Clip1 Insert the supplied screws through the screw holes of the belt clip.2 Fix the belt clip with t

PREPARATION AND BASIC USAGE16Installing the supplied Ni-MH batteries or AA size batteries1 Unlock the battery case lock.Battery case lock2 Remove th

PREPARATION AND BASIC USAGE17Charging the Supplied Ni-MH BatteryCaution:Never charge other type battery. Especially, if the primary battery (e.g., ma

PREPARATION AND BASIC USAGE1810 Press the dial knob to return the VFO mode.11 Approximately 20 hours later, disconnect the AC adapter from AC outlet,

PREPARATION AND BASIC USAGE19Basic Usage1 Press and hold the PWR key for two seconds or more to turn the AR-mini on.V/MSCANMODEPWRATTDWSKIPCOMMUNICAT

FCC WARNING 2Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equ

PREPARATION AND BASIC USAGE20Note: AR-mini has been set Auto step and Auto reception mode functions at initial. These functions change the frequency s

PREPARATION AND BASIC USAGE21Options List● AA-mini “A” plug type AC adapter (6 VDC, 500mA for 100 – 240 VAC)● DC-mini DC cable with cigar-lighter

PREPARATION AND BASIC USAGE22Using the CO-mini Clone Cable 1 Turn the AR-mini off.PlugEarphonejackV/MSCANMODEPWRATTDWSKIPCOMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER AR-m

PREPARATION AND BASIC USAGE23Connecting PC-miniCaution:Check that the USB driver is properly installed before connecting PC-mini to the PC.Connect PC-

PREPARATION AND BASIC USAGE24 Running the PC-mini programClick and run AR-mini.exe that you have downloaded from the homepage.Tips: It is recommended

BASIC OPERATION25Switching On1 To turn the power on, press and hold the PWR key for two seconds or more.• Switching on beep is emitted, and the disp

BASIC OPERATION26Adjusting the Volume1 To adjust the volume, press the dial knob.V/MSCANMODEPWRATTDWSKIPCOMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER AR-miniSELPWL.SRCHTON

BASIC OPERATION27Adjusting the Frequency1 Confirm the VFO mode is set.• When a memory name is displayed, press the V/M key to switch the mode for the

BASIC OPERATION28Adjusting the Squelch1 To adjust the squelch, press the dial knob twice.V/MSCANMODEPWRATTDWSKIPCOMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER AR-miniSELPWL

BASIC OPERATION29Changing the Reception ModeAR-mini has been set Auto reception mode function at initial. This function changes the reception mode aut

CONTENTS3FOR SAFETY ...5Icon Labels ...5INTRODUCTION ...

BASIC OPERATION30Changing the AR-mini’s ModeAR-mini has the following modes to receive the desired frequency conveniently.VFO mode: This mode is the o

ADVANCED OPERATION31Finding the Desired FrequencyAR-mini has functions to find the desired frequency as follows;Priority watch, 2VFO watch, Search and

ADVANCED OPERATION322VFO WatchTwo frequencies are stored in the 2VFO watch memory in VFO mode. Each frequency is watched, and then either frequency is

ADVANCED OPERATION332VFO Watch with 2VFO Watch Receiving Memory10 combinations of frequency are set beforehand as the 2VFO watch receiving memory. The

ADVANCED OPERATION34VFO Search VFO search changes the frequency continuously from 0.1 MHz to 1299.99 MHz.1 Confirm VFO mode is set.2 Hold down the FU

ADVANCED OPERATION35Limit Search This enables searches to be conducted within a desired limited range.1 Confirm VFO mode is set.2 Hold down the FUNC

ADVANCED OPERATION36Changing the Search TypeAR-mini has tree types searching method. It can changed in searching.1 Start the search.2 Press the SCAN

ADVANCED OPERATION37Limit Link Search This enables a linked limit search for easy change of limit ranges.1 Confirm VFO mode is set.2 Hold down the FU

ADVANCED OPERATION38Example: The limit search memory 00 is set from 118.00 to 141.975 MHz.The limit search memory 01 is set from 154.95 to 154.61 MHz.

ADVANCED OPERATION39Storing a Frequency in the Memory1 Confirm VFO mode is set.2 Turn the dial knob to set the frequency to be stored in memory.3 Ho

CONTENTS4Setting the Resume Time ...54Setting the Search ...55Setting the Memory Scan ...56

ADVANCED OPERATION40Returning the VFO Mode with Displaying Memory Frequency1 Confirm VFO mode is set.2 Press the V/M key to set memory mode.3 Press t

ADVANCED OPERATION41Erasing All Memories in the Memory BankAll memory stored in the same memory bank can be erased simultaneously. 1 Confirm the memor

ADVANCED OPERATION42Naming MemoryMemory can be named using up to 6 characters.1 Confirm the memory mode is set.2 Turn the dial knob to recall the des

ADVANCED OPERATION43Setting the Skipped Memory in the ScanningA specified memory can be skipped in the scanning. This prevents a scan from being stoppe

ADVANCED OPERATION44Scanning a Linked Memory BankA memory bank can be linked other memory bank to scan.* AR-mini has 10 memory banks (0 – 9).1 Confi

ADVANCED OPERATION45Using the Broadcast ModeA typical frequency of AM, FM, TV or other official radio is set as broadcast radio memory. 1 Confirm VFO m

ADVANCED OPERATION46Using the Tone SquelchA tone squelch is set to receive a signal which has been set tone frequency. The tone squelch can be set to

ADVANCED OPERATION47Reversing the Tone Squelch FunctionUsually, a tone frequency will be mixed with voices when transmitting. A special radio uses a m

ADVANCED OPERATION48Receiving the Secret Communications(Not available for US domestic version)1 Confirm VFO mode is set.2 Turn the dial knob to set t

ADVANCED OPERATION49Searching the Wiretap FrequencyThis radio can search a wiretap frequency.1 Confirm VFO mode is set.2 Hold down the SCAN key for 2

FOR SAFETY5To ensure proper use of the receiver, carefully read the “For Safety” prior to use.After you finish reading, keep this operating manual and

ADVANCED OPERATION50Resting the System (System Rest)The system reset initializes all settings except the normal memory and the skip memory.1 Turn the

SETTING MODE51Changing the Frequency StepThis setting is used when changing the step. At initial, a step is set automatically depending on each band.1

SETTING MODE52Setting the Lamp FunctionThis setting is used for setting the time during which the lamp should be lit.1 Hold down the FUNC key and pre

SETTING MODE53• Off timer and the alarm time can be set as follows; OFT 30M: Turns off 30 minutes later OFT 60M: Turns off 60 minutes later OFT 90

SETTING MODE54Setting the S-meter BuzzerThis setting is used for emitting a beep sound as the S-meter’s value.1 Hold down the FUNC key and press the

SETTING MODE55Setting the SearchThis setting is used for switch between search methods. 1 Hold down the FUNC key and press the dial knob to enter the

SETTING MODE56Setting the Memory ScanThis setting is used for switching memory scan methods.1 Hold down the FUNC key and press the dial knob to enter

SETTING MODE57Setting the Limit Link SearchThis setting is used for linking a limit search. 1 Display a limit search to be linked to another limit se

SETTING MODE58Setting the Memory for the Memory Bank Link ScanThis setting is used for setting memory banks that are linked for a scan.1 Display a me

SETTING MODE59Confirming the Limit Search FrequenciesThis setting is used for confirming the frequencies in a set limit search.The upper frequency and l

FOR SAFETY6 WARNINGDisassembly not allowed• Do not disassemble the battery. Doing so may cause the battery to leak, heat up, or burst.Caution• Do not

SETTING MODE606 Repeat from the step 3 when other memories are erased.7 To return the original display, press the dial knob or V/M key.Tips: In step

SETTING MODE61Erasing the Memory Channel’s Skip MarkThis setting is used for erasing the skip mark of the memory channel. The skip mark is stored to s

SETTING MODE62Setting the Built-in Bar AntennaAR-mini has the built-in bar antenna for AM broadcasts or the short wave. This setting is used for setti

SETTING MODE63Increasing the Volume Automatically in FMThis setting is used for automatically increasing the volume to 6 dB in a FM when 12.5 kHz step

SETTING MODE64Selecting the Reversed Tone FrequencyThis setting uses to select the reversed tone frequency.1 Hold down the FUNC key and press the dia

SETTING MODE65Switching the Display Information AutomaticallyThis setting is used for switching the display from the volume or squelch display to the

SETTING MODE66Setting the DCS Code PhasesThis setting is used for the phase of DCS codes that have been set.1 Hold down the FUNC key and press the di

SETTING MODE67Changing the Battery Saving TimeThis setting is used for changing the battery saving time.1 Hold down the FUNC key and press the dial k

SETTING MODE68Charging the Ni-MH BatteryThis setting is only available for supplied Ni-MH batteries. Never use this setting for other batteries.1 Hol

SETTING MODE69Revising the Step FrequencyThis receiver can automatically revise step frequencies to match the channel plan. This setting can also be u

FOR SAFETY7 CAUTIONRemove plug from outlet• When removing the AC adapter power plug, be sure to grasp the plug as you remove it. If you pull on the DC

APPENDIX70Setting Frequency of Broadcast Radio ModeFor U.S.A. versionMode No. Initial frequency Frequency Range Remarkr-0 1.6200 AM 0.520 – 1.620 AM

APPENDIX71Setting Frequency of Preset MemoryFor U.S.A. versionPreset No. Initial frequency Remark P00 1.6200 AM MW BroadcastP01 6.030 AM SW Broadc

APPENDIX72Short-wave Broadcast Station ListDisplayMemory ChannelFrequency (MHz)DisplayMemory ChannelFrequency (MHz)DisplayMemory ChannelFrequency (MHz

APPENDIX73Tone Frequency ListTone frequency (Hz)67.0 79.7 94.8 110.9 131.8 156.7 171.3 186.2 203.5 229.169.3 82.5 97.4 114.8 136.5 159.8 173.8 189.9 2

APPENDIX74Search Band Memory ListNo.Lower frequency (MHz)Upper frequency (MHz)No.Lower frequency (MHz)Upper frequency (MHz)L00 118.00 141.9750 L12

APPENDIX75Setting Mode ListSetting Mode No.Initial Display Function Page00 Changing the frequency step P. 5101 Changing the fast frequency step P. 510

APPENDIX76Setting Mode No.Initial Display Function Page11Setting the memory for the memory bank link scanP. 5812 Confirming the limit search frequencie

APPENDIX77Setting Mode No.Initial Display Function Page23Selecting scrambled carrier frequencies(Not available for US domestic version)P. 6424Switchin

APPENDIX78Trouble ShootingSymptom Cause Solution No power The battery is consumed. Replace new battery.Charge the battery.The battery polarity is diff

APPENDIX79SpecificationsFrequency Range ... 100 KHz – 1299.995 MHz (*)Circuit type ...

INTRODUCTION8Packing ListWhen you unpack the carton box, could you check the following items are provided in the carton box.If you will find a missing

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AR-Mini notes Q: How to change VOLUME and SQUELCH settings in the BROADCAST FACILITY and PRESET? A: You need first to enter VFO by holding down the

INTRODUCTION9About AR-miniAR-mini can receive the 0.1 MHz to 1299.995 MHz of AM, FM and Wide FM bands. AR-mini is designed for simple operation by five