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Table of contents

� Introduction 2

2 Safety warnings 3 2.1 Symbolsused 3 2.2 Warnings 3 2.3 Technicalsupport 4

3 Controls and features 4 3.1 Description 4 3.2 Displayedsymbols 6

4 Setup 74.1 Itemssuppliedwiththeradio 7

4.2 Fixing/removingtheoptionalbeltclip 7 4.3 Removing/installingthebatterypack 7 4.4 Rechargingthebatterypack 8 4.5 Correctuseofthebatterypacks/Halleffect 9

5 Basic features 95.1 Switchingtheradioonandoff 9

5.2 Backlighting 9 5.3 Checkingthelevelofthebatteriescharge 9 5.4 Adjustingsquelch(suppressingbackgroundnoise) 10 5.5 Selectingtheoperatingchannel 10 5.6 Receivingandtransmitting 11 5.7 Busychannellockout 12 5.8 Operatingmodes(openandrestrictedtrafficmode) 12 5.9 ProgrammingtheCTCSS/DCScodes 13

5.10 Monitoringfunction 14 5.11 Selectingthetransmissionpower 14 5.12 Lockingthekeyboard 14 5.13 Emergencymode 14 5.14 Scanfunction 14

6 Functions of the key MENU �56.1 ModeVOX(e-VOX) 15

6.2 Rogerbip 16 6.3 Keyboardtones 16 6.4 Selectingthecalltone 16 6.5 Scrambler 17 6.6 Outofrangeindicator 17 6.7 Cloning(copyingdatabetweenradios) 17

7 Care and maintenance �87.1 Cleaningtheradio 18

7.2 Batteryrechargecontacts 18 7.3 Connectors 18 7.4 Battery-charger 18 7.5 Troubleshooting 19 7.6 Correctinglogicfaults(SoftReset) 20

8 Technicalspecifications 21

9 Tables of codes 229.1 CorrespondenceoftheHP450referencenumber FrequenciesofCTCSStones 229.2 CorrespondenceoftheHP450referencenumber DCScodes 22

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� Introduction

Thank you for choosing one of our products. Besides beingcharacterisedbyacompactdesign,ahousinginaluminumdie-castandahighresistancetoalltypesofaggressions,AlanHP450ruggedisan industrialandportablePMR446deviceparticularlysuited forverynoisyenvironmentsandabletoguaranteemaximumrobustness.AlanHP450canbeusedinthehardestworkingconditionsbecauseitiscompliantwiththesevererequirementsofstandardsMIL 8�0 C, d, E, F, and has an IP67 class, which means that it is waterproof down to a maximum depth of � meter of water.Thedeviceoffersalso truly innovative features like the scrambler for confidentialcommunications and e-VOX that be used also without externalmicrophones, unlike traditional handsfree systems.Alan HP450 is supplied in the spacious semirigid EVA box that islarge enough to hold thewide range of accessories supplied withthedevice:battery,holsterinrigidpolycarbonatewithswivelingclip(360°)andatwo-positionfastcharger.• 3�2 channels - These channels can be used to store several

combinationsofradio/tonefrequencies• Class IP67 for maximum robustness and reliability - The

housing safely protects the device from dust and from waterinfiltrationuptoamaximumdepthofonemeter

• MIL STd 8�0 C, d, E, F-ThecompliancewiththesesevereUSmilitarystandardsisitselfaguaranteeofmaximumreliability

• Large display-11iconsand2+2digits• Out of range function-Warnstheuserwhenthedeviceisoutof

range• E-VOX - Enables to communicate handsfree without audio

accessoriesorhavingtopressbuttons

• Built-in inversion scrambler-Protectscommunications• High capacity lithium battery (optionalforsomemodels)-This

compactbatteryhasanautonomyof26hours2The manufacturer may change these features without warning as

a result of improvements applied to the products.2The actual features available depend on the programmed

settings. For more information, contact an authorised distributor or the radio link provider.

2Depending on the version, HP450 may be fitted with a 2,200 mAh lithium battery or a 1,100 mAh Ni-MH battery.

IThe resistance to immersion is guaranteed only if the battery and protective cover of the connectors have been correctly installed. In the event of accidental contact with water, the device must be immediately dried.

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2 Safety information

2.� Symbols usedIWarnings2Practical recommendations that help to improve performance.

2.2 WarningsCarefullyreadalltheinstructionscontainedinthemanualandonthelabelsappliedtothedevice.Themanufacturerhastakenallpossiblemeasurestoensurethatalltheinformationcontainedinthismanualis complete, accurate and current. However, CTE Internationalshall not be responsible for damages for which it is not directlyresponsible. Modifications performed by unauthorized personnelmayaffectthevalidityoftheinformationcontainedinthismanual.• ThistransceiveriscompliantwithDirective99/05/EC.Beforeusing

thedevice,alwaysrefertotherestrictionsontheuseenclosedtothismanual.

• Alwaysuse theprofessional transceiverselected incompliancewith the regulations in force in the country of residence andrefrain fromusing itwhen itsuse is forbiddenor if it is likely tocauseinterferenceorserioushazards.

AttentionTheportableHP450extrátransceiverhasbeenspecificallydesignedtoguaranteea long-termsafeandreliableoperation.Foroptimumand safe performance, always observe the basic precautionsapplicabletoallelectricequipment:

do not handle the transceiver by its aerial. The use of a faulty aerial could seriously damage thetransmissionpowerstages.

do not keep the aerial of the radio too close to your body during transmission.

Users with cardiac stimulators, acoustic implants or medical devices should always consult their doctor or the manufacturer of these devices to make sure that they are adequately protected against RF energy.

Do not use the radio close to unshielded primers inexplosiveatmospheres.

Theradioisdesignedtobeusedinextremeconditions.However, it is always advisable to avoid exposing itto very high or low temperatures (temperatures below–20°Corabove+55°C).

Do not expose the transceiver to excessive vibrations,dustorrain.

do not attempt to disassemble or repair the radio or battery (except forperforming the routinemaintenanceoperationsdescribedinthismanual).

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Use original accessories only in order not to damage the radio.

do not use the radio next to water sources and not spill liquids on the radio.Ifthetransceivergetswet,dryitimmediatelywithasoftandcleancloth.

Always switch the radio off before cleaning it.

Verify that the supply source is compatible with thebattery-chargersupplied(ACadapter).

Do not place any objects on the power cable of thebattery-chargerinordernottodamageit.

2.3 Technical supportWritetheserialnumberofyourtransceiverinthisspace.Thisnumberisprintedon thenameplate inside thebatterycompartmentof thetransceiverandmustbeprovidedfortechnicalsupportand/orintheeventoflossand/ortheftoftheunit.

HP450transceiver-Serialnumber_________________________

3 Controls and functions 3.� description

3.1.a Front and left sides� Aerial –Fixed2 On/volume knob3 Status LEd –RedwhentheHP450radio is intransmission

mode,greenwhenitisinreceptionmode

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4 LCd display–(O3.2).5 pkey6 qkey7 Built-in microphone8 Built-in speaker9 MENU Key�0 SCAN/LOCK key–Holdthiskeydowntolockthekeyboard

(O5.14).�� HI/LO key–Enablestoselectahighorlowtransmission

power(notactiveonstandardmodels-O5.11).�2 E (emergency) key –Enablestocallthepresetemergency

channel(O5.13).�3 PTT (Push To Talk) key–Holdthisbuttondowntosetthe

transceiverintransmissionmode.�4 MON key –Holdthiskeydowntoenablethemonitoring

function(O5.10);pressittwicequicklytoadjustthesquelch(O5.13).

�5 CALL key – Press it briefly to start the preset audio call(tone).

3.1.b Rear and right sides�6 Battery pack–Powerstheportabletransceiver.�7 Battery pack lock–Enablestoremovethebatterypackfrom

theradio(O4.3.a).18 Clipfixinggrooves–Enable tofix theoptionalclipdirectly

ontothebatterypackandhangtheradiotoyourbeltwithoutholster.

�9 Battery recharge contacts–Enabletoconnectthebattery-chargertothedesktopquickcharger(O4.4).

20 Fixing screw - Fixes in place the protective cover of the

microphoneconnectors.2� Protective cover of the microphone connectors.22 SPKconnector(underthecover)-3.5mmjackconnectorfor

externalspeaker.Togetherwith theMICconnector itcanbeusedtoconnectoptionalmicrophones.

23 MICconnector(underthecover)-2.5mmjackconnectorforexternalmicrophone.TogetherwiththeSPKconnector,itcanbeusedtoconnectoptionalmicrophones.Thisconnectorcanalsobeusedfor theCloningfeature(O6.7),whichrequireshowevertheconnectionofthespecialoptionalcable.

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3.2 displayed symbolsThetransceiverhasanLCDdisplaythatcontinuouslydisplaysinformationontheoperatingstatusoftheradio.

Symbol Meaning descriptionBattery charge Indicatesthechargelevelofthebattery.

Strength of the received and transmitted signals

Accordingtothenumberofbarsdisplayed:• Receptionmode-Indicatesthelevelofthereceivedsignals• Transmissionmode-Indicatestheleveloftheoutputpower.

Radio/multifunctional channel Instandbytheselargedigitsindicatethecurrentlyselectedradiochannel.Duringtheprogrammingoffeatures,theyareusedtodisplaydifferentparametersorvalues(forexamplebP=Beepthatconfirmsthatakeyhasbeenpressed).

Multifunctional indicator Duringprogramming,itisusedtodisplaydifferentvaluesandparameters.ForexampleonstandsforON(enabledfeature)andoFstandsforOFF(disabledfeature).

LO Low TX power Indicatesthatalowtransmissionpowerhasbeenselected.Keyboard lock Indicatesthatthekeyboardhasbeenlocked.

CTC CTCSS IndicatesthatthecurrentlyusedchannelhasbeenprogrammedwithaCTCSStone.dCS dCS IndicatesthatthecurrentlyusedchannelhasbeenprogrammedwithaDCScode.

SCAN Channel scan IndicatesthattheSCAN(automaticsignalscan)isinprogressonthepresetchannels.P Priority channel Indicatesthatthecurrentlyselectedchannelhasbeenprogrammedasaprioritychannelduringthe

scan.dW dual Watch IndicatesthattheDualWatch(fastsearchofsignalsontwochannels)isinprogress.

Roger bip IndicatesthattheRogerbipfunctionhasbeenenabled.

VOX e-VOX Indicatesthatthee-vox(enhancedVoiceOperatedeXchange–handsfreetransmission)hasbeenenabled.

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4 Setup

4.� Items supplied with the radioBeforeusing the transceiver,alwaysmakesure that thesemi-rigidEVAboxcontainsthefollowingitems:• Thetransceiverwiththerubber(fixed)aerialandtherechargeable

batterypack• Theholsterinrigidpolycarbonatewithrotatingcliptofixtheradio

tothebelt.Toproperlyfixtheradiointotheholster,pushtheholster till you hear 2 clic.

• Thedesktopbattery-charger(thatincludesthechargingseat,theACadapterandACcable)

• Theoperatingmanual(thismanual)If any of the above-described parts are missing or damaged,immediatelycontacttheretailer.2To operate the radio, use the Ni-MH or Li-Ion battery pack.

4.2 Fixing/removing the optional belt clipToremovetheclipfromthebatterypack,unhookthebatterypackfromtheradio,then pull the release lever, situated ontheupperpartoftheclip,outwards,thenremoveitpullingitupwards.Toreinserttheclip,inserttheguidesintothe grooves on the rear of the batterypack,thenslidetheclipdownwardsuntilitsnapsinplace.

4.3 Removing/installing the battery packDepending on the model, the transceiver can be fitted with thefollowingbatterypacks:• BP4511 - NiMH battery pack, 1,100 mAh, for standard

applications• BP4522-Li-Ionbatterypack,2,200mAh.IIf you are planning not to use the transceiver for a long period

of time, remove the battery pack.IBe careful not to soil/damage the contacts of the battery

compartment of the radio and battery pack.

4.3.a Removing/installing battery packToinsertthebatterypack:1) Insertthebatterypackasshowninthefigure.2) Pushthebatterypackdowntowardsthetransceiveruntilitclicks

inplace.

Toremovethebatterypack:1) Pressandholddownthebatteryreleasebutton.2) Removethebatterypackfromtheuppersideofthetransceiver.

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4.4 Recharging the battery packThe fast desktop battery-charger enables to recharge the batterypackwithout removing it from the radioor to recharge thebatterypackseparately.2At the end of the recharge operation, it is possible to leave the

radio/battery pack in the charger, because the latter has a special protection that prevents the battery pack from being damaged by overvoltages.

2Battery packs tend to loose their charge if they are not used (automatic discharge). This condition is perfectly normal. All models of battery packs tend to loose 10 - 20% of their power after a few days.

IIf the battery pack is new, it is necessary to fully recharge it before using it. Then, it is sufficient to follow the recommendations given in paragraph 4.4.a.

IAlways use the battery-charger with the above-described models of battery packs. Do not attempt to use the battery-charger to recharge other types of batteries (and specifically alkaline batteries), as this operation could cause explosions and personal injuries.

IAlways keep the battery-charger compartments clean.

4.4.a Recharging the battery packNewbatteriesarenotcharged.The battery provides maximum efficiency after 3-4 full charge/rechargecycles.1) Connecttheconnectorofthetransformertothatofthebase.2) Connecttheplugofthepowercableoftheadaptertoagrounded

ACpowersocket.3) Verifythattheradiohasbeenswitchedoff.4) Insert the radio into the

compartment of thebattery-charger, with thekeyboard facing upwards.The recharge starts andthe orange indicator UNITlights.

5) Once the recharge iscompleted (see followingtable),UNITturnstogreen.

INdICATIVE TIME REqUIREdTO FULLy RECHARGE THE BATTERy

Type of battery pack Recharge time (hours) BP4511(NiMH,1,100mAh)

<3hBP4522(Li-Ion,2,200mAh)

4.4.b External battery packInsert only the battery pack into the compartment on the rear ofthe battery-charger. BATT switches on. Once the recharge hascompleted(seethetableonthepreviouspage),BATTturnsgreen.

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4.5 Correct use of the battery packs/Hall effect

4.5.a BP4511 battery pack (NiMH, 1,100 mAh)BP4511isbasedontheNiMHtechnology,whichmeansthatitdoesnotaffectedbytheso-called"Memoryeffect".

4.5.b BP4522 battery pack (Li-Ion, 2,200 mAh)TheBP4522batterypackusestheLi-Iontechnology.

5 Basic features

5.� Switching the device on and offTurntheOn/Volumeknobclockwiseuntilitclicks:theLCDdisplaysswitchesonandthedeviceissuesaconfirmationbeep.2The backlighting of the LCD display switches off automatically

after five seconds for energy saving purposes, while the display remains on.

Toswitchthetransceiveroff,turntheOn/Volumecounterclockwise.

5.2 BacklightingWhenyouswitchthedeviceonorpressoneof theHI/LO,SCAN/LOCK,MENUorMONkeys, thedeviceautomaticallyenables thebacklighting for approximately five seconds to allow you to readthedisplayedmessagesifthelightingisnotadequate.Tokeepthebacklightingonfor5secondsmore,pressanotherkey.2The backlighting of the display consumes battery energy and

should therefore be used sparingly.

5.3 Checking the level of charge the batteriesWhenthetransceiverisinstandbymode,thebatterychargeindicatorcontinuouslydisplaystheresidualchargeofthebattery.2Icon indicates that the charge is insufficient and that the

device will soon switch off.2The consumption of the battery charge is affected by the volume

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5.4 Adjusting the squelch (suppressing background noise)The radio is fitted with a device called squelch that attenuatesthe background noise when no signals are present. The enablingthresholdcanbeadjustedaccordingtoyourspecificneeds.1) Briefly press MON twice. Sq displays, while the right section

displaysanumber from� to8,dependingon thesquelch levelyouhaveset.

2) Pressqseveraltimestosettheenablingthresholdon�(minimumvalue).Youwillhearaslightbackgroundnoise.

3) If the radio is not receving signals, pressp several times togradually increase the squelch value and stop as soon asyou detect the minimum value that guarantees a stable noisesuppression.

4) Press PTT (or wait five seconds). The device returns to thestandbymodeandstoresthesettingsyouhaveselected.

2Make sure you do not set an excessively high squelch level because in this case you may not be able to receive weaker signals. On the other hand an excessively low squelch value could enable the squelch even when no signals are present.

2This adjustment must be carried out within five seconds, otherwise the device returns to standby mode and stores the currently set value.

I Squelch must always be adjusted when no signals are present.

5.5 Selecting the operating channel1) PressMENUonce.Thedisplayflashes.2) Pressporqtoselectthedesiredchannel.Toquicklyscrollthe

channelsholddownporq.3) PressPTT(orwaitfiveseconds)tostorethesetting.2It is obvious that other parties shall also have to select the same

channel, otherwise communications will not be possible.2This adjustment must be carried out within five seconds, otherwise

the radio returns to the standby mode storing the currently set channel.

5.5.a How to select the channel TheHP450radiohasbeenprogrammedasfollows:• Channelsfrom�to8areprogrammedwiththe8radiofrequencies

ofthePMR446band• Channels from 9 onwards are programmed with the same

repeatedradiofrequencies(forexamplechannel9hasthesamefrequencyofchannel1,channel�0has thesamefrequencyofchannel2,etc.),butalsoincludeCTCSStonesorDCScodes.Ifyouselectthesechannels,CTCordCSdisplays.

I the DCS codes can be enabled only via software.I If you need to communicate with transceivers of different

brands, it is generally preferable to use one of the first eight channels to ensure maximum compatibility. It is obviously necessary to select the less used channel of your area. If the parties you are communicating with use a HP450 device (or a device with CTCSS tones), you may choose any channel. If all the eight PMR446 frequencies are occupied in your area, you can select a channel from 9 to 16 (the less busy one) to allow the CTCSS tone or DCS code to enable you to listen to communications of the members of your group only.

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2For more information on CTCSS tones and DCS codes, see O 5.8 and 5.9.

5.6 Receiving and transmittingDuringreceptionandtransmissiontryandkeeptheaerialasverticalaspossiblesothatthesignalcanbetransmittedwithouthindrances.Thisprecautionoptimisestheradiosignal.2The reception/transmission mode described below is the so-called

"open traffic mode", which is simplest one. It is however possible also to set other modes as described in paragraph 5.8.

5.6.a ReceptionAs soon as the signal has been received, the squelch disablesautomatically, the status LED turns green and icon displaysshowingtheintensityofthereceivedsignal.2If the signal is received fragmented because of weak signals, try

using the monitoring feature.

5.6.b Transmission1) Verifythatotherpartiesarenotconnectedtotheselectedchannel

(statusLEDoff).2) HoldPTTdown:thestatusLEDturnspermanentlyredtoindicate

thatthetransmissionisinprogress,whileindicator indicatesthetransmissionpower.

3) Waitafewseconds,thentalknormallyataboutfivecentimetresfromthetransceivertransmitter.Yourmessagewillbesimultaneouslyheardbyallthepartieslisteningtothesamechannel.

4) Toendthecommunication,pressPTT:thestatusLEDswitchesofftoindicatethatthedevicehasreturnedtothereceptionmode

andicon disappears.2Only one user at a time can talk during radio communications.

Therefore, it is important not to transmit when you are receiving a communication and use the transmission mode sparingly to allow other users to use the feature.

2Transmission consumes a significant amount of energy and should therefore be used sparingly to prolong the battery life. Alternatively, it is also possible to select a low transmission power.

2 If you are unable to contact a station that you have no problems in receiving, the station may be using CTCSS tones or DCS codes (O 5.8).

5.7 busy channel lockoutWhen BCLO has been enabled and the channel is busy, theselectionofPTTorCALLwillhavenoeffectandtheradiowillissueanerrorbeep.Assoonasthechannelisfree,PTTandCALLshallautomaticallyresumeordinaryoperation.

5.7.a Transmission timerTheHP450radiocanbeprogrammedwithatransmissiontimerthattemporarilyblockstransmissionif theradiohasbeenusedbeyondthemaximumtimepermitted.The radio is forced in reception mode if it continues transmittingafter the preset timer threshold has been reached. To restart thetransmission,itissufficienttoreleasekeyPTT.

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5.8 Operating modes (open or restricted traffic)HP450canbeusedintwomodes:

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Opentraffic(withoutCTCSS/DCS)

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Guarantees maximumcompatibilitywith thedevicesofother manufacturers. However,if the channel you are usingis used also by other parties,you will also receive theircommunications.Theopentrafficmode isnotparticularly suitablefor professional applications asoperationscouldbedisturbedbyothercommunications.

Restrictedtraffic(withCTCSS/DCS)

Fromchannel9onwards(withseveralCTCSStonesorDCScodes)

CTCSS and DCS tones aresimilar to access codes andenabletheradiotocommunicateonlywiththepartiesthatusethesamefrequencyorhaveset thesamecode.

2For information on how to change the CTCSS tone or DCS code of a channel programmed in restricted traffic mode, see O 5.9.

2The restricted traffic mode enables several radios to use the same radio frequency. However, if several parties (for example a user of group A and a user of group B) simultaneously use the same channel for transmission purposes, interference may occur. For this reason, it is advisable not to transmit if the radio signals that the channel is busy although there are no communications.

2The restricted traffic mode does not guarantee the privacy of communications. In this mode it in fact possible to listen also to parties that use CTCSS tones/DCS codes, although it is not possible to call them because they would not be able to receive the call. To communicate in confidential mode, enable the scrambler O 6.5.

2If you need to use the HP450 radio next to electric equipment that generates impulses that frequently enable the squelch of the radio (that is the radio cannot be permanently silenced when there are signals and noise can be occasionally perceived), it is generally preferable to use the restricted traffic mode.

5.9 Programming the CTCSS/dCS codesIt ispossibletochangetheCTCSStonesorDCScodesthathavebeenpresetforthechannelsfrom9onwards.

5.9.a Selecting the CTCSS tones1) Selecttheoperatingchannel.2) Press MENU twice. CTC displays on the left along with the

flashingvaluethathasbeensetontheright:oF(disabled)oranumber ranging from� to38 (CTCSS tone),dependingon thechannelinuse.

3) Pressporqtohighlightthedesiredsetting.4) PressPTTtostorethetone(orwaitfiveseconds).2The setting of a CTCSS tone disables all DCS codes, because

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5.9.b Selecting the DCS codes1) Selecttheoperatingchannel.2) PressMENUthreetimes.dCSdisplaysontheleftalongwiththe

flashingvaluethathasbeensetontheright:oF(disabled)oranumberrangingfrom�to83,dependingontheDCScodeused.

3) Pressporqtoselectthedesiredsetting.4) PressPTTorwaitfivesecondstostoretheDCScodes.2The setting of a DCS code disables the CTCSS tones because

these functions cannot be used simultaneously.

5.9.c LED operation with CTCSS/DCSWhenyouusetherestrictedtrafficmode, thestatusLEDprovidesslightlydifferentindicationsascomparedtothoseoftheopentrafficmode:• Off: indicates that no signal is being received (as in the open

trafficmode)• Green:indicatesthatasignalwithacorrectCTCSS/DCStoneis

beingreceived(itisenabledtogetherwiththeradiovolume)• Orange:indicatesthereceiptofasignalwithoutaCTCSS/DCS

toneorwithadifferentCTCSS/DCStone(thevolumewillnotbeenabled)

• Red:indicatesthatthetransmissionisinprogress(asintheopentrafficmode)

5.�0 Monitoring function - Monitor/squelchThis feature can be used to monitor the selected channel beforetransmitting and receiving low intensity signals. Press MON todisablethemode(CTCSS).To disable the squelch (noise reduction), hold MON down for

approximately3seconds. In thismode,youcanhearall thenoisepresentintheenvironment.2The disabling of the squelch increases the consumption of the

battery power.

5.�� Selecting the transmission powerThe HI/LO button is disabled in the standard models such asHP450.Thetransmissionpowerisdisplayedwiththeicon atthetopleftofthescreen.

5.�2 Locking the keyboardHolddownSCAN/LOCKforapproximatelythreesecondstohighlightsymbol (inthelowerleftsectionofthescreen).Allthefunctionsoftheradioaretemporarilydisabled,excepttransmission(PTT),calls(CALL)andthefeaturesfortheadjustmentofthesquelch/monitor.Toreleasethekeyboard,repeattheoperationdescribed.Symboldisappearsfromthedisplay.2If the radio is in Scan or Dual Watch mode and you press SCAN/

LOCK, these features are disabled without the keyboard being locked. To perform the latter operation, it is therefore necessary to press the key once more.

5.�3 Emergency modeTheEbuttonisdisabledinthestandardmodelssuchasHP450.InEmergencymode, theonlychanneldisplayed is theemergencyoneandthepoweroutputishighlevel.

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5.�4 Scan function

5.14.a Channel scanningHP450canautomaticallysearchsignalsonalltheavailablechannelsby"scanning"them,thatisrapidlyselectingtheminsequence.TostartthescanbrieflypressSCAN/LOCK.SCANdisplays.Duringthescanyoucanalso:• ReplytoacallbypressingPTT.Todisablethescan,pressoncemoreSCAN/LOCK.SCANdisappearsfromthedisplayandthetransceiverreturnstothestandbymodeonthechannelthathadbeenselectedbeforestartingthescan.2If a priority channel has been programmed and you select it, P

displays in the lower left section of the screen.I The channels to scan must be previously enabled through

the programming software.

5.14.b Dual Watch (dual listening mode)Thisfunctionenablesyoutoscantwoselectedchannelsonly.1) Selectthedesiredoperatingchannel.2) PressMENUfivetimes.dW(DualWatch)flashesonthedisplay

alongwithoF(DualWatchdisabled).3) Pressporqtoselectthesecondchannel.4) Press PTT (or wait five seconds) to enable the Dual Watch

feature.dWdisplaysinDualWatchmode.TodisabletheDualWatchfeature,brieflypressSCAN/LOCK.

6 Functions of MENU key

1) PressMENUseveraltimestohighlightthedesiredfunction.2) Pressp orq to set the selectable value for the displayed

feature.Thefollowingtableliststhefeaturesthatcanbeset(thenumberoftimeskeyMENU hastobepressedis indicatedinthecolumnsontheleft):MENU Feature display disabled

� Selectionoftheoperatingchannel (channel) NO2 SelectionoftheCTCSStones CTC NO3 SelectionoftheDCScodes dCS NO4 Mode VOX YES5 DualWatch dW YES6 Rogerbip NO7 Keyboardtones bP NO8 Selectionofthecalltone CA NO9 Scrambler SC NO�0 Outofrangeindicator oU YES�� Cloning(copyingdatabetween

radios)CL NO

6.� E-VOXe-VOX (enhanced Voice Operated eXchange) enables to start atransmissionwithoutpressinganykeys,butbysimply talking.Thesensitivityofe-VOXcanbeadjustedaccordingtoneeds;forexampledependingonwhetheryouusethetransceiveronlyortheoptionalmicrophoneoronwhetheryouusetheradioinaverynoisyornoise-

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lessenvironment.1) Press MENU several times until VOX flashes on the display

(normally 4 times).The right sectionof thedisplays shows thecurrentVOXsetting(forexampleoFifthefeatureisdisabled).

2) Pressp orq to highlight the number related to the desiredsettingasshowninthefollowingtable:No. Sensitivity CommentsoF - VOXdisabled.transmissioncanbestartedonly

bypressingPTT� Minimum Inthiscaseyoucantalkeveninaverylowvoice

andatagreaterdistancefromtheradio.However,iftheenvironmentistoonoisy,transmissionmaybeaccidentallystartedbyanynoise.

2 Medium Intermediatesetting3 Maximum Inthiscaseyouwillhavetotalkinaloudvoice

andclosetotheradio,butitisalsopossibletousetheradioinverynoisyenvironments.

3) PressPTTtoconfirm.

6.1.a Connecting the optional microphonesToconnecttheoptionalmicrophones:1) Verifythattheradiohasbeenswitchedoff.2) Loosenthescrew[20]thatfixesinplacetheprotectivecover[21]

ofthemicrophoneconnectors.3) Remove the protective cover of the microphone connectors by

pushingthesectionlabelledPUSHupwards.4) InsertthejackofthemicrophoneintotheSPKandMICslotsof

theradio.

6.2 Roger bip“Roger bip” is a short audio tone that the radio issues when youreleasePTTattheendofthetransmission.Toenable/disablerogerbip:1) PressMENUsixtimestohighlight .2) Pressporqtoenableordisableit.3) PressPTTtoconfirm.2If the Roger bip feature has been enabled and the radio is in

standby mode, displays.

6.3 Keyboard tones1) PressMENUseventimestohighlightbP(bip).2) Pressporqtoenableordisablethekeyboardtones.3) PressPTTtoconfirm.2When you press one of the keys to disable the keyboard tones

(oF) in step 2, the radio will not issue a beep to confirm the disabling. The re-enabling of the tones (on) is instead signaled with a beep.

6.4 Selecting the call toneBrieflypressCALL tostartanaudiocall.Toselectoneof thefiveavailabletones:1) PressMENUeight times.CA (CALL)displayson the leftalong

with the currently set value: oF (disabled) or �, 2, 3, 4 or 5,accordingtothetoneinuse.

2) Pressporqtoselectthedesiredsetting.Youcanlistentothetoneyouaresettingthroughthespeaker.

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3) PressPTTtoexit.2If you select oF (Disabled), the call function shall be disabled.

Thus, the selection of CALL shall produce no effect.

6.5 ScramblerThescramblerisdesignedtoprotectcommunications.Thisfeaturepreventspartiesfromothernetworksfromhearingandunderstandingvoicecommunications.To enable/disable the scrambler:1) PressMENUninetimes.SC(Scrambler)2) Pressporqtoenable/disablethescrambler.3) PressPTT.If the scrambler is enabled, the status LED flashes in green (tworepeatedflashesingreen).2When the scrambler is enabled, it is not possible to clearly receive

communications. Therefore, before enabling it, it is necessary to make sure that all the radios you wish to communicate with have enabled this feature, otherwise you will not be able to communicate with them.

2The scrambler of the transceiver does not fully guarantee the safety of communications.

6.6 Out of range indicatorIfthisfeatureisenabled,theHP450willissueadoublebeepwhentheradioisoutofrange.Theradiowithwhichyouarecommunicatingmustalsoenablethisfeature.

To enable/disable the out of range indicator:1) Asktheotherradiotoenablethefeature.2) PressMENUtentimes.oU(Outofrange)isdisplayed.3) Pressporqtoenableordisablethisfeature.4) PressPTT(orwaitfiveseconds).

6.7 Cloning (copying data between radios)The Cloning feature enables to copy all the settings (for examplechannels,CTCSS/DCS,calltones,enabled/disabledfeatures)ontoanotherHP450radio:

6.7.a Connection1) Connect the twoendsof theoptional cloning cable to theMIC

connectorsofbothradios.

6.7.b Enabling the Cloning featureOntheradioyouwishtoprogram(thatreceivesthedata):1) PressMENU11times.CL(cloning)2) Pressq.CLdisplaysfollowedbyrE(receipt).3) Pressoncemoreq.ThestatusLEDlights ingreento indicate

thattheradioisreadytoreceivethedata.Ontheprogrammedradio(thathasalreadybeenprogrammed):1) PressMENU11times.CL(cloning)2) Pressp.CLdisplaysfollowedbytr(transmission).3) Pressoncemorep.ThestatusLEDflashesinredandthedata

transferisstarted.4) Attheendofthetransferoperation,Pdisplaysontheradiothat

hasreceivedthedata.5) PressMENUonbothradiostoexit.

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7 Care and maintenance

7.� Cleaning the radioDelicatelycleantheradiowithasoft,cleanandlint-freecloth.Iftheradioisverydirty,dampenaclothinasolutioncontainingwateranddetergent.IDo not use detergents, alcohol or abrasive substances.IDo not remove the protection of the side connectors and

the battery pack during cleaning. Do not wet connectors or electric contacts.

7.2 Recharge contacts of the batteriesIftheoperationsdescribedabovedonotallowyoutothoroughlycleantherechargecontactsofthebatterypack[19],youcandelicatelyrubthemwithacleaneraser.

7.3 ConnectorsWhenunused,connectorsshouldbeprotectedwiththeappropriatecover.IDo not connect the connectors to parts that have not been

supplied or recommended by CTE International as this could damage the radio.

IThe resistance to immersion can be guaranteed only if the protection of the connectors is firmly installed on the radio. In the event of accidental immersion in water, immediately dry the device.

7.4 Battery-chargerAlways handle the radio in compliance with the above-describedprecautions.Alwayskeepseatsandcontactsclean.IBefore performing cleaning operations, disconnect the

battery-charger from the mains.

7.5 TroubleshootingHP450 has been designed to guarantee years of trouble-freeoperation.However, if a failureoccurs,please read thecontentofthischapterbeforecontactingthelocalservicecenter.

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7.5.a Table of solutionsProblem Possible cause SolutionThe radio doesn't switch on Thebatterypackisdischargedand/orhasnotbeen

installedcorrectly.Verifythatthebatterypackischargedandthatithasbeencorrectlyinstalled.

The radio switches off shortly after it has been switched on

Dischargedbatterypack. Rechargethebatterypack.

The battery pack does not recharge

Thebattery-chargerhasnotbeenconnectedorinstalledcorrectly.

Inspecttheconnectionsofthebattery-chargerandtheinstallationofthebatteries.

The radio switches on but is unable to receive signals

Thesiteofinstallationistooshielded. Movetoananotherarea.Thevolumeistoolow Adjustthevolume.IncorrectCTCSSorDCS CheckthattheCTCSStoneorDCScodecorrespondstothe

onesetbythepartiesyouarecommunicatingwith.Noise is always present in reception mode

Themonitoringfunctionisenabled. Disablethemonitoringfunction.

It is not possible to communicate with other parties

Anincorrectradiochannelhasbeenselected. Selectthesameradiochannelusedbythepartiesyouarecommunicatingwith.

Theradioisinstalledinashieldedareaoristoofarfromthepartyyouarecommunicatingwith

Movetoanotherarea.

IncorrectCTCSSorDCS CheckthattheCTCSStoneorDCScodecorrespondstotheonesetbythepartiesyouarecommunicatingwith.

Reception is fragmented and/or disturbed

Thesignalisveryweak. TrytemporarilydisablingthesquelchbymeansoftheMonitoringfeature.

Thetransmissiondistanceisexcessiveand/orthereareobstaclesinthetransmissionpath

Moveclosertothepartyyouarecommunicatingwithortoanotherarea.

Otherpartiesareusingthesamechannel CheckthetrafficontheradiochannelbymeansoftheMonitoringfeatureandselectanotherchannelifrequired.

Theradiohasbeeninstalledtooclosetoequipmentthatcausesinterference(televisions,computers,etc.)

Increasethedistancebetweentheradioandthisequipment.

Received communications are not clear

Thescramblerhasbeenconfiguredonadifferentsettingascomparedtothatofthepartiesyouarecommunicatingwith(allthepartiesshouldeitherenableordisablethescambler).

Selectthesamescramblersettingofthepartiesyouarecommunicatingwith.

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Transmission is not always possible

Thechannelisusedbyanexcessivenumberofpartiesorthetransmissionhasbeenbarredduetoabusychannel.

Selectanotherchannel.Asktheradiolinkprovidertodisabletheblockduetobusychannel.

Thetransmissiontimerhasenabled Reducetransmissiontime.Asktheradiolinkprovidertosetthetransmissiontimertoahighervalue.

VOX causes the radio to accidentally enable transmission

Thesensitivityand/orenvironmentalnoiseistoohigh. ReducetheVOXsensitivity.

The VOX feature requires speaking in a loud voice

Thesensitivityistoolow. Iftheenvironmentalnoiseisnothigh,increasethesensitivityoruseanoptionalmicrophone.

The autonomy of the battery pack is limited

Commissiontimeistoohigh. Tryreducingthetransmissiontimeand/orusingalowpower.

ForNiMHbatterypacksonly:memoryeffectonthebatterypack

Eliminatethememoryeffect.

Some functions are not available

Theradiomayhavebeenprogrammedsothatthesefunctionsaredisabled.

Contacttheradiolinkprovideroryourauthorisedsupplier.

Logic related faults (unreadable displayed symbols, functions blocked, etc.)

Incorrectsettingcausedbyaproblemwiththepowersupply.

PerformaSoftResetprocedure.

7.6 Correcting logic faults (Soft Reset)Somefaultsarecausedbytemporaryproblemsoriginatingfromexternalfactors;forexamplethepresenceofdisturbancesinthepowersupplyduringtherechargeofthebatteriesmayalterthesettingsoftheradio.Inthiscasetryswitchingtheradiooffandonandverifythatthetransceiverisworkingcorrectlyafterithasbeenreset.

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8 Technical specifications

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONSChannels 312 99arepre-programmedtoassurecompletecompatibilitywithHP446extràFrequencygeneration - PLLsynthesizerFrequencyrange MHz From446.00625to446.09375MHzAerial “Rubberducky”inrubberRatedpowersupply Vdc From4.5to7.2Vdc(Li-IonorNiMHbatterypack)Operatingtemperature °C From-25°to+55°Size(HxLxDwithaerial) mm 113×54×35Weight(withoutbatteries) g 180

TRANSMITTEROutputpower(ERP) W 0,5Typeofcircuit - FMSuppressionofspurioussignals - CompliantwithR&TTEstandards

RECEIVERSensitivityat12dBSINAD µV Above0.25Audiooutputpower(10%THD) W 1Spurioussignalsrejection dB 70Mediumfrequencies MHz First45.1

KHz Second455CONNECTIONS

Connectionforexternalmicrophoneandrecharge

- 2.5mmstereojack

Connectorforexternalspeaker - 3.5mmmonojack

Specificationsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.

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displayed

Tone frequency

Hz1 672 71.93 74.44 775 79.76 82.57 85.48 88.59 91.5

10 94.811 97.412 10013 103.5

Number displayed

Tone frequency

Hz14 107.215 110.916 114.817 118.818 12319 127.320 131.821 136.522 141.323 146.224 151.425 156.726 162.2

Number displayed

Tone frequency

Hz27 167.928 173.829 179.930 186.231 192.832 203.533 210.734 218.135 225.736 233.637 241.838 250.3

No. dCS code1 232 253 264 315 326 437 478 519 54

10 6511 7112 7213 7314 7415 11416 11517 11618 12519 13120 13221 13422 14323 15224 15525 15626 16227 16528 17229 17430 205

No. dCS code31 22332 22633 24334 24435 24536 25137 26138 26339 26540 27141 30642 31143 31544 33145 34346 34647 35148 36449 36550 37151 41152 41253 41354 42355 43156 43257 44558 46459 46560 466

No. dCS code61 50362 50663 51664 53265 54666 56567 60668 61269 62470 62771 63172 63273 65474 66275 66476 70377 71278 72379 73180 73281 73482 74383 754

9 Tables of codes

9.� Correspondence of the HP450 reference number to be selected - Frequency of CTCSS tones

9.2 Correspondence of the HP450 reference number to be selected - dCS codes