Frequently Asked Question GeneralQ: My amateur radio transceiver does not seem to receive out of the ham band frequencies as well as it does in the ham bands.Is mine defective?A: Alinco guarantee specifications only within the ham bands on our products.Characteristics of reception, as well as transmission, outside of the ham bands (authorized use only) is not specified. In some cases, such as the wide band receiver, we declare the typical sensitivity values on different frequencies, but can not guarantee the value for the entire range.For example, the DJ-V5T transceiver receives a wide range of frequencies. We specify the sensitivity on FM broadcast, 144 MHz and 440 MHz bands only. Other than these frequencies, reception is considered an accessory feature.If you are interested in a particular frequency for operation, not only for Alinco products, but other brands as well; it is recommended that you contact your dealer or the manufacturer first to make sure the product performs well at that frequency.Q: Do I have to return the warranty card to you?A: We ask that you follow the instruction specified on it. Warranty policies may vary depending on the country where you have purchased the product.Please contact the authorized importer of your area for details.Q: What is your policy regarding repair and replacement of a radio?A: Our policy is stated on the warranty card, please read it carefully; We reserve the right to make all final decisions regarding repair and replacement at any time.Q: My radio has a problem.
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What should I do for the service?A: If you live in the US or Canada, visit PARTS & SERVICE menu on this web-site, It explains in detail how to return the radio for repair. For other countries, please contact an authorized dealer of your area.Q: How can I order spare-parts not listed on this web-site?A: If you live in the US or Canada, visit PARTS & SERVICE menu on this web-site. For other countries, please contact an authorized dealer of your area.Q: How can I make a request for the catalog?A: Just contact the authorized distributor of your area for the request; anybody at Alinco and its distributors will be happy to help you. This service is free of charge.Q: I tried to put the offset and PL tone into memory but it won't stay. Why?A: You must enter all information such as frequency, offset and PL tone while in VFO mode and then commit the information to a memory channel all at once.
You cannot add to a memory channel once it has been used. This is common to all Alinco models.Q: Which microphone should I use for my mobile radio?A: Basically we have 5 different types of microphones available;Multi-function microphone with 8pin connector, DTMF keypad microphone with8pin connector, the same with a module plug and finally plain microphonesfor both 8pin and modular connectors. However, please choose the right modelof microphone to fully enjoy the operation of your radio.DDR570/DR110 and older radios (metal 8 pin connector with key-pad on theback of the microphone):The original DTMF microphone is no longer available. We recommend EMS-5 orEMS-53 plain microphones without keypad, or the repair of the originalmicrophone. We still have limited quantities of repair parts for it.DR600/DR130 and older mobile radios (metal 8 pin connector):Use EMS-12A multi-function microphone as a replacement to EMS-3 or EMS-11.EMS-5 or 53 plain microphone can be used also.DR610/DR150 (metal 8 pin):EMS-12A is the original microphone for the multi-functional operation. EMS-5plain microphone is available,too.DR605/140 (modular plug):EMS-45 went out of production, and it has been replaced with EMS-54 DTMFmicrophone. EMS-52 plain microphone is also available.
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Note that EMS-54 isnot a backlit microphone.DR135 (metal 8 pin):Earlier models (serial number T/M 000500 and up)EMS-56 is the original backlit DTMF microphone. EMS-53 plain microphone canbe used also. EMS-57 multi-functional microphone can be used butremote-controls are not functional, because these features are CPUdependent.All DR235/435 and DR135 (metal 8 pin):Later models (serial number T/M 100000 and up) of DR135, all versions ofDR435 and 235, the EMS-57 is the original multi-function back-litmicrophone. EMS-53 plain microphone can be used also. Note that EMS-57A isdeveloped for a special application (for a specific commercial use only tobe communicating with other manufactures' specific units), and isdistinguished from conventional EMS-57(without 'A' identifier) by an IDsticker on the back of the unit. They are compatible, but might soundslightly different.HF radiosEMS-42 handheld and EMS-14 desktop microphones are available for allversions of Alinco HF products.An optional EMS-14 desktop microphone can be used with any Alinco 8pinplug mobile radios but remote/DTMF features are not available on EMS-14. Theaudio input level should be adjusted with mic-level control on themicrophone for better modulation.
EDS-8 conversion connector is required forDR140/605 modular plug.