ROTHENBUHLER ENGINEERING ® 1673 REMOTE FIRING DEVICE OPERATION MANUAL ROTHENBUHLER ENGINEERING P.0.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter Page TABLE OF CONTENTS.................................................................................................. II LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS ............................................................................................. V SAFETY WARNINGS ................................................................................................... VII LIMITED WARRANTY .................................................................................................
.2. Charging the Batteries .................................................................................... 24 3.3. Power On Test ................................................................................................ 25 3.4. Testing the Electric Detonator Mode ............................................................... 25 3.5. Testing the Shock Tube Initiator Mode ........................................................... 27 4. RFD OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES ........................
9.2. 10. Controller Unit ................................................................................................. 55 RFD SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................................
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Figure 2-1 Controller Unit ................................................................................................ 3 Figure 2-2 Remote Unit ................................................................................................... 5 Figure 2-3 Controller External Features .......................................................................... 7 Figure 2-4 Controller Panel .............................................................................................
Figure 5-1 Start Menu ................................................................................................... 38 Figure 5-2 Advanced User Menu .................................................................................. 42 Figure 5-3 Choose System # (1-8) ................................................................................ 42 Figure 5-4 Choose the Number of Remotes in the System ........................................... 42 Figure 5-5 Program Remote Keys ......................
SAFETY WARNINGS 1) Always follow your local safety regulations. This manual and its procedures are secondary to governmental regulations, local regulations or company safety regulations and procedures. The operation procedures in this manual are only suggestions and should be checked against the above safety regulations and procedures. Company training should include the proper use of this machine and only trained personnel should use it.
LIMITED WARRANTY The 1673 Remote Firing Device is guaranteed for 2 years (batteries –1 year, spark tips excluded) against defects in workmanship or materials. If the equipment should fail during this period, we will repair it at our factory or at the nearest authorized service facility. Warranty service on this equipment must be performed only by an authorized service center.
REGULATORY INFORMATION UNITED STATES This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC regulations. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) That this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The radio contained in this device operates in FCC regulated frequency bands. This device must be licensed by the FCC before use.
Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device. Antenna: ¼ wave whip, gain 2.15 dBi Only Factory accessories are approved for use with this device – e.g. third party holsters, belt clips etc. are not approved for use. Contact information where the user can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance. 1. Health Canada Safety Code 6: http://www.hc-sc.gc.
RADIATION HAZARD WARNING This radio shall only be used during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards of radio frequency (RF) radiation exposure, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is not intended for use by the "General Population." Further, this radio must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. User should not allow antennas to come within 20 cm (8 inches) of the body during use.
1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. THEORY OF OPERATION 1.1.1. The Remote Firing Device (RFD) is used to activate both electric and nonelectric detonator devices. The system is strictly an electronic device, containing no explosive. The Remote Unit is placed at the explosive site, with a shock tube or the electric detonator firing cable running to the detonator(s). The Controller is placed at the intended firing position. 1.1.2.
1.2.5. The maximum operating temperature range of the RFD is –22 to 140 F (-30 to 60 C). 1.2.6. hours. The battery chargers are for indoor use only. Charge time is approximately 3 Minimum Temperature Maximum Temperature -22 F (-30 C) 140 F (60 C) Store* 41 F (5 C) 77 F (25 C) Charge 32 F (0 C) 104 F (40 C) Operate Table 1-1 RFD Temperature Ranges *Exposure outside of this temperature range may result in decreased battery life or damage to the internal battery packs.
2. RFD SYSTEM COMPONENTS 2.1. CONTROLLER UNIT Figure 2-1 Controller Unit 2.1.1. Figure 2-1 shows the Controller Unit. The Controller Unit is responsible for initiation of all communications with the Remote Unit(s). The Controller Unit’s case is yellow for easy identification. 2.1.2. The Controller has an electronic key that must be installed before Arming and Firing is allowed.
2.1.3. The Controller Unit is capable of commanding up to 64 Remote Units, in 8Remote groups that are hereafter referred to as “Systems”. 2.1.4. The Controller can operate in standby for typically 12-16 hours before recharging is required. The Controller’s charger is internal and is capable of worldwide operation. Typical charge time is 3 hours. The battery system features test and discharge functions. 2.1.5.
2.2. REMOTE UNIT Figure 2-2 Remote Unit 2.2.1. Figure 2-2 shows the Remote Unit. The Remote Unit contains the fire circuits used for the initiation of detonators. The Remote Unit is normally positioned at a protected location relatively close to the blast area. 2.2.2. The electronic keys used in the Remote Unit are matched to the Controller and must be installed for communication, arming and firing. 2.2.3.
2.2.4. The Remote Unit’s shock tube circuit develops a high voltage spark to initiate non-electric shock tube. 2.2.5. The Remote Unit can run on standby for typically 12-16 hours before recharging is required. The Remote Unit’s charger is internal and is capable of worldwide operation. Typical charge time is 3 hours. The battery system features test and discharge functions. 2.2.6. The Remote Unit features an internal history event log which stores 1024 events in non-volatile memory.
2.5. CONTROLLER UNIT EXTERNAL FEATURES 2.5.1. Figure 2-3 and Table 2-1 show the external features of the Controller Unit. Figure 2-3 Controller External Features Item Item Name Description 1 RETRACTABLE ANTENNA Raised vertically during operation, retracted for protection during transport and storage. 2 ANTENNA GUARD Protects the Antenna from damage. Holds the antenna in position. 3 CARRY HANDLE Normal carry point for individual unit.
2.6. CONTROLLER UNIT PANEL DISPLAY Figure 2-4 Controller Panel Figure 2-4 and Table 2-2 illustrate the panel indicators, and switch locations on the Controller Unit. Always press one switch at a time unless firing, and hold each switch for at least ½ second.
Item Item Name Description 1 ELECTRONIC KEY PORT Electronic key must be installed to Arm and Fire Remote units. 2 LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY The LCD displays information to the user such as battery charge, operation mode, etc. Backlights when switches are pressed. 3 KEYPAD AREA 24 switches used to control the unit through various modes of operation. 4 CHARGE/PROGRAM PORT Used to supply power to the internal charger and provides a serial connection for reading the history log and changing settings.
2.7. CONTROLLER LCD DISPLAY 2.7.1. The LCD display provides information that is supplemental to the basic operation of the 1673 RFD. The LCD is rated for -20 to 70 ºC (-4 to 158 ºF). At low temperatures, the LCD may unreadable. In most cases, the standard LED indicators are sufficient to complete blasting operations. In the event the display becomes unreadable due to low temperature, normal display operation should be restored as the unit comes back within the normal temperature range. 2.7.2.
information on the Normal menu by choosing option ‘3’. Units that are not equipped with GPS use a separate clock for recording the date and time of events in the history log. 2.7.6. SYSTEM SELECTED: This is the active System # that is currently selected. You can change to select a different System # on the Normal menu by choosing option ‘2’ and entering the number of your desired System (1-8). The Controller is capable of commanding up to 8 Systems, but it can only command one system at a time.
Figure 2-6 Controller Armed Screen 2.7.10. Figure 2-6 shows the Controller Armed Screen that is displayed when the Controller Unit is armed. The ARM TIME REMAING portion shows a count-down timer for the Remote Units that are expected to auto-disarm first (01:59). The units associated with the arm timer are shown to the adjacent left of the ARM TIME REMAINING timer. Additional units that are armed, that have a different (longer) remaining arm time are shown to the left of the asterisk. 2.7.11.
changed, Remote Units are updated from the Controller. Figure 2-7 Motion Detect Screen Figure 2-7 shows the Motion Detect Screen which is displayed after firing. After firing, the Remote Units have sensors which measure vibration between 8 and 12 Hz. About 10 seconds after firing, the Motion Detect Screen will be updated automatically to show any Remote Units that have detected a motion. Remote units that do not report that a motion was detected are not shown.
2.7.13. Figure 2-7 Remote Units 1, 3, 5, and 6 report that they have detected a motion following initiation. 2.7.14. The Motion Detect feature can be helpful to determine if a blast has successfully been initiated when sight or sound methods are not available. See the Advanced User Section of this Manual for more details on how to configure and use the Motion Detect feature of this product. Never depend on this feature for your safety.
2.8. 2.8.1. REMOTE UNIT EXTERNAL FEATURES Figure 2-8 and Table 2-3 show the external features of the Remote Unit.
Figure 2-8 Remote Unit External Features Item Item Name Description 1 RETRACTABLE ANTENNA Raised vertically during operation, retracted for protection during transport and storage. 2 ANTENNA GUARD Protects the Antenna from damage. Holds the antenna in position. 3 AUTOMATIC VENT The vent allows for automatic pressure equalization inside the case ensuring proper function of the membrane keypad. The vent is waterproof. 4 CARRY HANDLE Normal carry point for individual unit.
2.9.
Figure 2.9.1. 2-9 and Error! Reference source not found. illustrate the panel indicators, and switch locations on the Controller Unit. 2.9.2. Always press one switch at a time and hold each switch for at least ½ second. Error! Reference source not found.
2.10. REMOTE UNIT LCD DISPLAY 2.10.1. The LCD Display provides information that is supplemental to the basic operation of the 1673 RFD. The LCD is rated for -20 to 70 ºC (-4 to 158 ºF). At very low temperatures, the LCD may become unreadable. In most cases, the standard LED indicators are sufficient to complete blasting operations. In the event the display becomes unreadable due to low temperature, normal display operation should be restored as the unit comes back within the normal temperature range. 2.10.
takes approximately 1 minute to acquire after the unit is turned on. GPS signals are not available in underground installations, inside vehicles, or where the unit is surrounded by metal. The GPS unit will remember the date and time when no signal is available. You can check the actual GPS information on the Normal menu by choosing option ‘3’. Units that are not equipped with GPS use a separate clock for recording the date and time of events in the history log. 2.10.7.
2.10.12. Figure 2-11 shows the screen that is displayed on the Remote Unit when its Electric Detonator circuit is armed. The CHARGE STATE will initially display ‘Charging’ as the firing capacitor voltage begins to rise. As the capacitor becomes fully charged, this will change to ‘Charged’ and the red ARMED light on the front panel will also turn on. The REMAINING ARM TIME will be displayed as minutes: seconds as it counts down to zero.
as it counts down to zero. When it reaches zero, the unit will return to READY or disarmed state. The firing capacitor is not charged while the unit is armed, but as the unit is in the act of firing. After firing, the capacitor voltage will be briefly reported as the unit disarms back to the READY state. 2.11. SHOCK TUBE FIRING TIP 2.11.1. Shock Tube Initiation.
3. Insert the tube into the igniter port on the side. Slide the tube into the igniter port until the tube comes to a firm stop. 4. Pull the tube exiting the guide hole, removing any slack in the loop formed. This prevents the tube from coming loose from the igniter needle. Do not allow the tube to form a kink. 2.11.3. Tip Care. The two tips provided with the RFD are rugged, and will each last for up to 500 shots if properly cared for. Take care to keep mud and debris from getting on the igniter needle.
3. PREOPERATIONAL PROCEDURES 3.1. 3.1.1. PHYSICAL INSPECTION Inspect all components for physical damage. 3.1.2. Remove the caps from the CHARGE/PROGRAM ports on the Controller Unit and Remote Units are clean and dry and show no signs of physical damage. 3.1.3. Ensure that the Remote and Controller Unit antennas are clean and free of damage and can be extended and retracted with relative ease. 3.1.4. Examine the shock tube igniter jacks on the Remote Units. The jacks should be clean and dry. 3.1.5.
3.3. POWER ON TEST 3.3.1. Turn the Controller and Remote Units on by pressing the ‘ON’ switch and verify all units display their default screen with no errors. 3.3.2. Press the BATT TEST switch on each unit. The loaded battery voltage will be displayed after test completion. It is recommended that the batteries be recharged if below 7.5 V, or if the outside ambient temperature is below freezing. Units must be recharged before use if below 7.0 V or of the POWER light is blinking. 3.3.3.
3.4.8. On the Controller Unit, insert the Controller’s key and press the ON switch. Observe the yellow ON and KEY lights are on steady. 3.4.9. On the Controller, make sure the electric detonator circuit is selected. The LCD screen should show ‘FM:ED’ (firing mode electric detonator) in the lower right. To change the selection, to electric detonator, press MENU and choose ‘1. Normal User’ and then choose ‘1. CIRCUIT’ and then choose type ‘1. ELECTRIC’. Press MENU to return to the default screen. 3.4.10.
3.4.14. Figure 2-11. The voltage displayed on the Remote Units should be above 350V and all of their ARMED lights should be on. 3.4.15. On the Controller, before the arm time counter has expired, press the DISARM switch. All Remotes will disarm within 10 seconds. The red ARMED lights will go out, and the green READY lights will come on steady. 3.4.16. Re-arm the Controller Unit and wait for the arm time counter to expire. After expiration, all Remote Units will return to the disarmed state.
3.5.5. Raise the antennas vertically on the Controller and Remote Units. 3.5.6. On the Remotes, insert the enable keys and press the ON switches. Observe that the Remote Units display the default screen, the green READY and yellow POWER lights are on and the yellow KEY light is blinking. On the Remote Units, observe the green READY lights are on, and the red ARMED lights are out. Install the Shock Tube Firing Tip across the shock tube firing jacks as shown in 3.5.7. Figure 2-8. 3.5.8.
Figure 2-6 and the Remote Units will show the shock tube armed screen of 3.5.13. Figure 2-12. The Remote Units’ ARMED lights should be on. 3.5.14. On the Controller, before the arm time counter has expired, press the DISARM switch. All Remotes will disarm within 10 seconds. The red ARMED lights will go out, and the green READY lights will come on steady. 3.5.15. Re-arm the Controller Unit and wait for the arm time counter to expire. After expiration, all Remote Units will return to the disarmed state.
4. RFD OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES 4.1. SETTING UP THE RFD 4.1.1. Select the number of Remotes required for the operation. Ensure all units are sufficiently charged and tested according to Chapter 3. Figure 4-1 Raising the Controller Antenna 4.1.2. Ensure the Controller Unit electronic key is removed. Position the Controller Unit at the intended firing position and raise the antenna vertically. 4.1.3.
Figure 4-2 Raising the Remote Antenna 4.1.4. Raise the antenna vertically on the Remote Unit. Ensure the antenna is free of obstruction.
Figure 4-3 Activating the Remote Unit 4.1.5. Press the ON switch. Observe the yellow ON light is on and not flashing. Press the BATT TEST switch and verify the battery voltage. If the battery voltage is below 7.0 V, the unit must be recharged before use. 4.1.6. If the green RX light is on, it suggests there may be an interfering radio signal or noise present. The RX light is similar to breaking squelch on a handheld radio and does not necessarily indicate operation is degraded. 4.1.7.
4.2. FIRING THE RFD Figure 4-4 Controller Unit Face Panel 4.2.1. Activate the Controller Unit on pressing the ON switch. Observe the yellow POWER light is on and not flashing. Conduct a battery level test by pressing the BATTERY TEST switch. The battery must be recharged if below 7.0 V. 4.2.2. When the area is clear and all shots are prepared, insert the enable key into the Controller Unit in the Electronic Key port shown in Figure 4-4. The yellow KEY light will turn on.
Figure 4-5 Controller Default Screen 4.2.3. Ensure that the System (#1-8) that you intend to fire is active on the Controller (Figure 4-5). If you have 8 Remotes or less, by default System #1 should be selected. To change to select a different system, press the MENU switch and choose the ‘Normal’ menu. Press ‘2’ and select and save your desired System (1-8) using the arrow keys. Press MENU to return to the default screen. Your new System selection should be displayed. 4.2.4.
Figure 4-6 Status Check Results on Controller Shown in 4.2.7. Figure 4-6 are the results of our STATUS check with all 8 Remote Units reporting. The steady green READY lights for Remote Units #1-8 indicate they are disarmed. The steady yellow BATT lights indicate Remote Units #1-8 do not have low batteries. Figure 4-7 Arm the SELECTED Remote Units 4.2.8. Wait for the appropriate warning sirens. About 30 seconds from firing, press and hold the ARM switch for ½ second.
4.2.9. Any Remotes that are not within communications range will not be armed. 4.2.10. When ready to fire, press the two FIRE switches together at the same time and hold for ½ Second as shown. Shot initiation in surface mines is normally detected. Figure 4-8 Motion Detect Screen After firing, the following Motion Detect Screen will be shown as in 4.2.11. Figure 4-8. About 10 seconds later, the screen will be updated for any units that have detected a motion that was likely caused by the blast.
4.2.13. To manually check status, press the STATUS switch at any time. The updated status of the SELECTED Remotes will be reported on the Controller panel. You may alternately press DISARM and STATUS until all Remotes have reported they are confirmed READY. 4.2.14. With all deployed Remote Units having reported steady READY status, deactivate the Controller by pressing the OFF switch. 4.2.15. Remove the Controller Unit’s enable key. 4.2.16.
5. RFD SYSTEM CONFIGURATION –MENUS 5.1. START MENU 5.1.1. To enter the Start Menu, press the ‘MENU’ switch. The Start Menu shown in Figure 5-1 will be displayed, with further sub-menu options available. Figure 5-1 Start Menu 5.2. NORMAL USER 5.2.1. The Normal User menu provides basic options and settings for which you may want to view or change in the normal day to day operations. This is the only sub-menu which does not require a 4-digit pin code to access.
Item Item Name Description 1 CIRCUIT Allows the selection of Electric Detonator or Shock Tube Firing Circuit. Controller remembers user selection. 2 SELECT SYSTEM Select the desired system for operation (1-8). Default selection is System #1. 3 DISPLAY GPS Displays the GPS coordinates along with GPS date and time. 4 SET TIME ZONE This should be set to the correct GMT for your local area. 5 SET LCD CONTRAST Change the contrast for the LCD test. Higher number means darker text.
selections are shown in Table 5-3. You can scroll through the various menu options with the up and down arrow keys and press the number to make the selection. Press the back arrow or MENU switch to escape. Follow the on screen instructions. Item Item Name Description 1 DISPLAY GPS Displays the GPS coordinates along with GPS date and time. 2 MOTION DETECT BG Calibrates the Motion Detection feature of the 1673. 3 SET TIME ZONE This should be set to the correct GMT for your local area.
5.6. SERVICE MENU 5.6.1. Service Menu a PIN protected menu only available to the manufacturer or authorized service shops. Service Menu allows changes of various to critical operation parameters such radio settings, calibration, and arm time. Consult the manufacturer or distributor if you feel you need to have adjustments to your system. 5.7. FACTORY MENU 5.7.1. Factory Menu is a PIN protected mode where change can only be performed by the manufacturer. 5.8. PROGRAMMING ELECTRONIC KEYS 5.8.1.
Figure 5-2 Advanced User Menu 5.8.2.5. On the Advanced Menu screen, choose ‘4. PROGRAM KEYS’. Figure 5-3 Choose System # (1-8) 5.8.2.6. Choose which System # you wish to program keys for. If you have 8 or less Remote Units, by default you will choose ‘1’. Figure 5-4 Choose the Number of Remotes in the System 5.8.2.7. Choose the number of Remotes that are associated with the System you have chosen with the keypad (up to 8 Remotes). You must have the key for each Remote available.
Figure 5-5 Program Remote Keys 5.8.2.8. Put in the key to be used as Remote #1 first. If the keys are labeled, ensure the Unit #s on the labels match the Remote number you are programming. Then continue following the screen instructions until all of the Remote keys are programmed. 5.8.2.9. Follow the screen instruction to put in the Controller’s key and Remove when programming is complete. 5.8.2.10. Repeat procedures 5.8.2.1 through 5.8.2.
6. 1673 CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE 6.1. ABOUT THE CONFIGURATON SOFTWARE 6.1.1. The programming software allows the user to view and change various settings within the RFD units to best match the equipment to the blasting application. Many of the settings can also be configured through the Advanced User menu directly. The programming software also allows the user to upload the history event log, which stores a record of the last 1024 operation events. 6.1.2.
Figure 6-1 1673 RFD Configuration – Main Screen 6.3. READING THE EVENT HISTORY LOG 6.3.1. Within both the Controller and Remote Units is stored a record of the last 1024 operation events. Recorded events include commands (arm, fire, disarm, status), battery status, key status, firing voltage, motion detect level, auto-disarm, internal temperature, and selected firing circuit.
6.3.5. Each event is provided a time and date stamp, and GPS coordinates are included if the GPS module is installed and a GPS signal is available. Figure 6-2 shows provides an example of the history log from a Controller unit with date, time, and GPS coordinates for each event. Figure 6-2 Event History Log for Controller 6.3.6. In the ‘System’ column of the Controller’s event history event log, ‘FV’ is displayed after firing to indicate the firing voltage for each particular Remote Unit that was fired.
Figure 6-3 Event History Log for Remote 1673 OPERATION MANUAL REV A 47
7. CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 7.1. 1673 RFD CONGURATION SOFTWARE 7.1.1. The programming software allows the user to view and change various settings within the RFD units to best match the equipment to the blasting application. Many of the settings can also be configured through the Advanced User menu directly. The programming software also allows the user to upload the history event log, which stores a record of the last 1024 operation events. 7.1. INSTALLING THE USB CABLE DRIVERS 7.1.1.
Figure 7-1 Figure 7-2 7.1.8. Note the COM number that has been assigned to the device. The COM number will be necessary when connecting to the 1673 RFD Configuration 7.1.9. The assigned COM number must be between 1 and 16 for compatibility with the 1673 RFD Configuration Software. Note that the computer reserves COM assignments for previously installed serial devices even if they are no longer attached to the computer. This can cause COM numbers greater than 16 to be assigned.
Figure 7-3 7.1.11. A drop down list shows the currently assigned COM port number. Figure 7-4 7.1.12. Select a COM number less than or equal to 16 that is known to be not in use from the list. Click ‘OK’. A warning message may be displayed, press yes to continue. The computer may have to be restarted. The computer should now retain the new COM assignment. 7.1.13.
‘Universal Serial Bus Controllers category’. Figure 7-5 7.1.14. Select the USB Serial Converter, and right click to open its properties. Figure 7-6 7.1.15. Open the Advanced tab and make sure the ‘Load VCP’ box is checked. It may be necessary to disconnect and reconnect the USB cable to refresh the listing in the device manager, after checking the ‘Load VCP’ box.
7.1.16. Installing the 1673 RFD Configuration Software 7.1.17. Install the installation thumb drive into the USB port. Browse to the folder ‘1673 RFD Configuration Software’ and file and double click the file ‘Setup.exe’. Figure 7-7 Select Setup.exe Figure 7-8 Install 1673 RFD Configuration Software 7.1.18. Click “Install” to install the 1673 RFD Configuration Software to your PC to finish process.
8. MAINTENANCE 8.1. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 8.1.1. Normal Maintenance. Normal maintenance is limited to periodic battery charging and cleaning the outer surfaces and panels with a damp cloth removing dirt and debris. Ensure the CHARGE/PROGRAM, ELECTRONIC KEY port, and firing terminals are clean and dry with a cotton swab. Check for signs of corrosion around and on connector pins. Ensure the electric detonator firing terminals are clean, and easy to depress. 8.1.2. Scheduled Maintenance.
8.1.6. Tip Care. The two shock tube igniter tips provided with the RFD are rugged, and will last for 500 or more shots if properly cared for. Take care to keep mud and debris from getting on the igniter needle. In some cases, the tip’s life can be extended by washing in soapy water and gently rubbing the igniter needle with a non-metallic device such as a cotton swab. 8.1.7. Tip Replacement. As the tips are used, the electrodes will wear and eventually become unreliable.
9. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING IN THE FIELD 9.1. 9.1.1. REMOTE UNIT Will not Initiate shock tube a) Igniter tip may be worn or damaged. Try a new tip. b) There may be water on tip. Blow out tip and test fire the tip without any tube installed. c) Shock tube may be damaged. Cut a fresh section. d) Unit needs recharging. 9.1.2. Charger does not work a) Ensure the battery charger and RFD Units are indoors and the air temperature is between 32 and 86 F (0 to 30 C) 9.2. 9.2.1.
10. RFD SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL CARRIER FREQUENCY: VHF 150 – 174 MHz FCC VHF: CW21673-1 IC VHF: 2758A-167301 Max. Operating Temp** -22F to 140F (-30 to 60C) Rec. Operating Temp** 23F to 122F (-5 to 50C) Storage Temp** -4F to 86F (-20 to 30C) Charge Temp 32F to 86F (0 to 30C) CONTROLLER REMOTE FREQUENCY STABILITY MODULATION TRANSMIT POWER OPERATING VOLTAGE TRANSMISSION RANGE RECEIVER SENSITIVITY SIZE 5 PPM 11K3F1D 1-5 Watts 7.2 VDC 1–5 miles* 12 dB SINAD < 0.30V 9.25 x 7.5 x 4.
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