Ranger Marine Radio RCI 6300F25 150 User Guide

Table of Contents  
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Chapter 1 Specifications ........…..............................................  
Chapter 2 Installation .......…..................................................  
Installing the Radio.................................................................  
Ignition Noise Interference ......................................................  
Antenna …..............................................................................  
External Speaker .....................................................................  
Public Address .......................................................................  
Chapter 3 Operation ....…........................................................  
Controls and Indicators ..........................................................  
Front Panel .............................................................................  
Rear Panel .............................................................................  
Operation …...........................................................................  
Microphone ............................................................................  
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RCI-6300F25/150  
AM/FM Amateur Transceiver  
With Built-in Frequency Counter  
Procedure to Receive .............................................................. 10  
Procedure to Transmit ............................................................. 10  
Memo …................................................................................... 11  
LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................ Inside Back Cover  
Owner's Manual  
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Installation (Continued)  
Chapter 3 Operation  
Controls and Indicators  
Front Panel  
4. Mount the microphone bracket near the radio in an easily accessible  
spot using the two screws provided.  
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Ignition Noise Interference  
With weak signals, you may experience interference of the signal by  
background noise. This radio has NB and ANL controls which will help  
reduce background noise from sources such as your ignition system.  
However, background electrical noise may come from several sources  
and all noise may not be eliminated. With extremely weak signals, you  
can operate this radio with the engine turned off, which should improve  
reception. If the ignition noise level is too high to allow proper operation  
under most conditions, you should have your installation of the radio  
checked by a qualified technician.  
Ranger  
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Antenna  
This radio has a jack in the rear for a standard PL-259 antenna plug. If  
you are looking for the most range for your transmission, use a vertically  
polarized, quarter-wave length antenna. If antenna height is a problem,  
you may use a shorter, loaded-type whip antenna although you can  
expect some lost of transmission range.  
1. SQUELCH CONTROL: This control is used to control or eliminate  
receiver background noise in the absence of an incoming signal. For  
maximum receiver sensitivity, it is necessary that the control be  
adjusted only to the point where the receiver background noise is  
eliminated. Turn fully counterclockwise and then slowly clockwise  
until the receiver noise just disappears. Any signal to be received  
must now be slightly stronger than the average received noise.  
Further clockwise rotation will increase the threshold level that a  
signal must overcome in order to be heard. Only strong signals will  
be heard at a maximum clockwise squelch setting.  
To improve performance, your antenna should be matched to your radio.  
Your antenna can be adjusted so that it matches your radio.  
External Speaker  
The external speaker jack (EXT. SPK) on the rear panel is used for remote  
receiver monitoring. The external speaker should have 8 ohms impedance  
and be able to handle at least 4watts. When the external speaker is  
plugged in, the internal speaker is disconnected.  
2. ON/OFF VOLUME CONTROL: Turn clockwise to apply power to the  
radio and to set the desired listening level.  
Public Address  
3. RF GAIN CONTROL: This control is used to reduce the gain of the RF  
To use the Public Address (PA) function, first connect an external speaker  
to the PA. SP. Jack on the rear of the radio. See the above specifications  
for a proper external speaker. Keep the speaker away from the  
microphone to avoid acoustic feedback.  
amplifier under strong signal conditions.  
4. MIC GAIN CONTROL: Adjust the microphone gain in the transmit  
mode. This control is used to set the audio level of the microphone for  
maximum performance and clarity.  
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Operation (Continued)  
Operation (Continued)  
5. MODE SWITCH: This switch allows you to select one of three  
position, the Standing Wave Ratio (SWR) of your antenna. There are no  
adjustments because the SWR circuit this radio calibrates itself  
automatically.  
following operating modes: PA/FM/AM.  
6. Fr. POOL: The Frequency Pool allow the user to select the desired  
17. NB/ANL SWITCH: In the NB/ANL position, the RF Noise Blanker and  
the automatic Noise Limiter in the audio circuits are also activated. The  
Noise Blanker is very effective in eliminating repetitive impulse noise  
such as ignition interference.  
segments of frequencies.  
7. ECHO/TIME CONTROL: The ECHO control is used for echo effect. The  
TIME control is used to control the intervals of the echo sound.  
8. RF POWER CONTROL: This control enables adjustment of RF power  
18. ROGER BEEP SWITCH: When this switch is placed in the ROGER  
BEEP position, the radio automatically transmits an audio tone at the  
end of your transmission. This indicates the end of your transmission  
so that people who are having trouble hearing you will know that you  
are done speaking. As a courtesy to others, use the Roger Beep only  
when necessary.  
output continuously up to the rated output power.  
9. TALKBACK/OFF CONTROL: Adjust this knob for desired volume of  
Talkback. This is used to monitor your own voice. Or example, you  
could use this feature to compare different microphones.  
10. CHANNEL SELECTOR: This control is used to select a desired  
transmit and receive channel.  
19. + 10KHz SWITCH: In the + 10KHz position, the transmit and receive  
frequency is shifted 10KHz up.  
11. FRONT PANEL METER: The front panel meter allows the user to  
monitor signal strength and RF power out level.  
20. CHANNEL DISPLAY: The channel display indicates the current  
12. TX/RX LED: The red LED indicates the radio is in the transmit mode.  
selected channel.  
The green indicates the radio is in the receive mode.  
13. FREQUENCY COUNTER: This frequency counter indicates the  
transmit frequency digitally.  
14. DIM/BRT SWITCH: This switch is used to adjust the brightness of the  
meter and LED display for optimum intensity for day or nighttime  
driving.  
15. HI/LOW TONE SWITCH: This switch changes tone quality in receive  
only. In LO position, bass is increased and in HI position, treble is  
increased.  
16. S-RF/SWR SWITCH: In the S-RF position, the meter swings  
proportionally to the strength of the received signal. When transmitting,  
the meter indicates relative RF output power. When in the SWR  
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Operation (Continued)  
Operation (Continued)  
Rear Panel  
Operation  
A. Microphone  
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The receiver and transmitter are controlled by the push-to-talk switch on  
the microphone. Press the switch and the transmitter is activated, release  
switch to receive. When transmitting hold the microphone two inches  
from the mouth and speak clearly in a normal “voice”. The transceiver  
comes complete with low-impedance dynamic microphone.  
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EXT.SP.  
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For best results, the user should select a low-impedance dynamic type  
microphone or a transistorized microphone.  
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The microphone should provide the functions shown in schematic below.  
4 WIRE MIC CABLE  
1. ANTENNA: This jack accepts a 50 ohms coaxial cable with a PL-259  
Pin Number  
Mic Cable Lead  
Audio Shield  
Audio Lead  
Transmit Control  
Receive Control  
style plug.  
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2. POWER: This accepts 13.8 VDC power cable with built-in fuse. The  
power cord provided with the radio has a black and red wire. The  
black goes to negative and the red goes to positive.  
3. PA. SP.: This jack is for PA operation. Before operating, you must  
first connect a PA speaker (8 ohms, 4W) to this jack.  
4. EXTERNAL SPEAKER: This jack accepts a 4 - 8 ohm, 5watt external  
speaker. When the external speaker is connected to this jack, the built-  
in speaker will be disabled.  
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Transceiver Microphone Schematic Diagram  
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Operation (Continued)  
Memo  
B. Procedure to Receive  
1. Be sure that power source, microphone and antenna are connected to  
the proper connectors before going to the next step.  
2. Turn unit on by turning VOL knob clockwise.  
3. Set the VOL for a comfortable listening level.  
4. Set MODE switch to the desired operation mode.  
5. Listen to the background noise from the speaker. Turn the SQ knob  
slowly clockwise until the noise just disappear. This SQ is now  
properly adjusted. The receiver will remain quit until a signal is  
actually received. Do not advance the control too far, or some of  
weaker signals will not be heard.  
6. Set the CHANNEL switch to the desired channel.  
7. Set the RF gain control fully clockwise for maximum RF gain.  
C. Procedure to Transmit  
1. Select the desired channel of transmission.  
2. Set the MIC GAIN to the level that will best suit your individual use.  
3. If the channel is clear, depress the push-to-talk switch on the  
microphone and speak in a normal voice.  
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Ranger Communications Limited Warranty  
Ranger Communication, Inc. (Ranger) warrants to the original purchaser only this  
product against defects in material or workmanship, as noted below.  
Effective December 1, 2001, the following Ranger Communications, Inc.'s products  
are covered by a two (2) year limited warranty:  
1. Amateur Radio Products: RCI-2950DX, RCI-2970DX, RCI-2980WX, RCI-  
2985DX, RCI-2990DX, RCI-2995DX, RCI-6300FHP, RCI-6300FTB, RCI-  
6900FHP, RCI-6900FTB.  
2. Citizens Band Products: TR-100 Series, TR-296 (all models), TR-396F, TR-696F,  
TR-696F SSB, TR-900 Series (all models).  
The above products are warranted for the specified time period from the original date  
of purchase as shown on the original purchaser’s bill of sale, receipted invoice, or  
other proof of purchase. After this period, the original purchaser must pay for any  
labor at the prevailing rate either at an authorized Ranger warranty repair facility or at  
the factory.  
In the event of a defect during the warranty period, Ranger shall, at its option, repair or  
replace the defective product. Such action shall constitute the purchaser’s exclusive  
remedy under this warranty.  
401 W. 35th Street, Suite B  
National City, CA 91950  
(800) 446-5778 FAX (619) 426-3788  
A Return Authorization Number must be obtained from the Ranger Customer Service  
Department before any returns for warranty repair will be accepted. Send the defective  
product postage-paid, along with proof of the date of purchase (photocopy of the  
original invoice or receipt), to:  
Ranger Communications, Inc.  
401 W. 35th Street, Suite B  
National City, Ca 91950-7909  
TEL: (800) 446-5778, (619) 426-6440  
FAX: (619) 426-3788  
This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident,  
misuse,  
abuse,  
negligence,  
improper  
installation,  
UNAUTHORIZED  
MODIFICATION, or any action in violation of the product’s instruction manual. This  
warranty is valid only in the U. S. A.  
1. "Limited" means that we will repair problems that are caused by factory defects,  
only for the above mentioned products and time limit, at no charge. Work performed  
by qualified technicians which did not cause any damage to the radio will not void the  
warranty. Problems or damage caused by unqualified or misinformed technicians,  
operator abuse or other miscellaneous actions may be able to be repaired, but there will  
be a charge. This warranty is limited to the radio only.  
2. Generally, if the warranty sticker is removed or cut, the radio is considered to be  
"Void of Warranty". However, our policy is to be as lenient as we can, and to take this  
into consideration. We will usually repair the radio - under warranty - if no abuse or  
misuse is found. Radios that have parts removed cut or clipped; or the PCB has been  
damaged, will not be repaired under warranty.  
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