User's Manual

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11
INSTALLING THE QUICK TALK
TM
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Prior to installing the Quick Talk
TM
transmitter, it is important to verify all radio programming to be certain that you
have achieved the operation you desire. Re-programming requires the removal of the Quick Talk
TM
from its installed
location, which can be time consuming and frustrating.
1. Install 6 new AA Alkaline batteries into the
internal battery holder and screw the case halves
together. Be sure the case halves are pulled tightly
together for a good weather seal.
2. Select a location that provides the best possible
radio coverage.
• Avoid mounting to metal structures
• Install as high as possible
• Be sure the antenna is in a vertical position
• Be aware that metal or wires near the antenna
can block or absorb radio transmissions.
3. Temporarily mount the Quick Talk
TM
using the
top keyhole slots.
4. Test the radio from this location to be sure you
get the necessary radio coverage. This is
achieved by activating the transmitter with a change
on one of the inputs while a second radio-equipped
person receives the transmission at the furthest point
you will need to cover.
5. Permanently mount the Quick Talk
TM
using either
the four (4) corner mounts, or the top and bottom
keyhole slots.
6. Connect the antenna to the
front panel BNC connector.
If the Quick Talk
TM
is installed
in an outdoor location, the
antenna connection must be
sealed with weather-proof
tape to prevent corrosion and
leakage. Seal the antenna
connection to hold the
antenna in a vertical position,
to protect antenna fittings, and
to maintain water-resistance
of the Quick Talk
TM
in wet or
outdoor environments. Use
Archer Connector Sealant,
Radio Shack Catalog Number
278-1645 or an equivalent.
Wrap the connection with the
sealant tape and press it
securely in place. See sealant
instructions for the specific
details.
7. Connect the 4 Inputs and External
+12VDC power provided by a 10-
conductor, color -coded cable from
the front of the Quick Talk
TM
. This
cable has been pre-installed with a
sealed strain relief to provide weather
resistance.
8. Connect your switches or sensors to the
desired Quick Talk
TM
input using wire
nuts to the color-coded cable described in
Table 6. Be sure to use an appropriate
sized, sealing wire nut. The color-coded
wires are 24 AWG stranded.
9. Test each one of the input switches or
sensors for the desired operation.
Table 6: Color-Coded Inputs
Input 1
+ GREEN
- WHITE (Ground)
Input 2 + GRAY
- ORANGE (Ground)
Input 3 + PURPLE
- YELLOW (Ground)
Input 4 + BROWN
- BLUE (Ground)
External +12 VDC
+ RED
- BLACK
CARE AND MAINTENANCE...............................
Moisture: When the antenna sealant and power
cable recommendations are followed, the Quick
Talk
TM
is highly weather- resistant in outdoor
environments. Do not immerse the unit in water.
Temperature:
The Quick Talk
TM
is designed to
operate between -22 and +140 degrees
Fahrenheit. Like all electronic equipment, Quick
Talk
TM
should not be subjected to extreme heat.
A shaded area is an ideal outdoor location.
VibrationslShocks:
Though the Quick Talk
TM
is
designed to be rugged, it cannot be expected to
survive extreme abuse.
Chemicals:
Do not use harsh, corrosive
or abrasive chemicals to clean the Quick
Talk
TM
case; use only a cloth moistened
with water. Do not attempt to clean the
printed circuit board inside the housing.
Batteries: Use only fresh, new alkaline
batteries when programming Quick
Talk
TM
. Acceptable brands and types
are: Duracell MX1500B, Eveready E91,
Rayovac 815 or equivalent.
Estimated Battery Life:
Starting with a fresh set
of AA alkaline batteries, Quick Talk
TM
can
transmit about 7,000 voice messages over a
period of one year before the batteries will need
to be replaced.