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THANK YOU!
We are grateful you decided to purchase this SPENDER PILOT 144H FM transceiver. This series of handhelds was
developed to satisfy the requirement for a compact rig thats simple to operate yet contains multiple new features.
SPENDER PILOT 144H believes that the compact size, coupled with reasonable cost, will meet your satisfaction.
FEATURES
This transceiver has the following main features.
Illuminates the keys on the keypad as well as the display to permit easy operation in the dark.
PRECAUTIONS
Please observe the following precautions to prevent the transceiver damage:
Do not modify this transceiver unless instructed by this manual or by SPENDER PILOT 144H documentation.
Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight nor place the transceiver close to heating
appliances.
Do not place the transceiver in excessively dusty areas, humid areas, wet areas, nor on unstable surfaces.
If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver, turn OFF the power immediately and
remove the battery pack from the transceiver. Contact a SPENDER PILOT 144H service station or your dealer.
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B A S I C S O P E R A T I O N
TURNING TRANSCEIVER ON/OFF
1. Turn the power switch clockwise to turn ON the transceiver.
A beep sounds.
2. To turn OFF the transceiver, turn the power switch counterclockwise again.
ADJUSTING VOLUME
1. Turn the VOL control clockwise to increase the audio level and counterclockwise to decrease the
audio level.
If background noise is inaudible because of the squelch function, press and hold [MONI] key, then turn VOL
control. While pressing [MONI] key, you will hear the background noise.
ADJUSTING SQUELCH
The purpose of the Squelch function is to silence background noise output from the speaker (squelch closed) when no
signals are present. When the squelch level is set correctly, you will hear sound (squelch opened) only while a station
i s a c t u a l l y b e i n g r e c e i v e d .
1. Press [F], [1].
The current squelch level appears.
2. Use the [UP], [DOWN] key to select the squelch level from 0 to 9.
Select just the level at which the background noise is eliminated when no signal is present.
The larger the level number you select, the stronger the signals you need to receive to hear.
3. Press any key other than [LAMP] and [MONI] to complete the setting.
SELECTING CHANNEL
1. Use [UP] key to increase the channel number, and [DOWN] to decrease.
You can also select your desired channel number with the numeric keys. See KEYPAD DIRECT
ENTRY.
TRANSMITTING
1. When ready to begin transmitting, press and hold the [PTT] switch and speak in a normal tone of voice.
The On Air lamp lights red.
Speaking too close to the microphone, or too loudly, may increase distortion and reduce intelligibility of your
signal at the receiving station.
2. When you finish speaking, release the [PTT] switch.
INITIALIZING MEMORY
If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, initializing the transceiver may resolve the problem.
Remember that you need to re-program memory channels after initialization. On the other hand, initialization is a
quick way to clear all memory data.
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SCAN
Scan is a useful feature for hands-off monitoring of your favorite frequencies. After becoming comfortable with how
to use all types of Scan, the monitoring flexibility gained will increase your operating efficiency.
Note: Remember to adjust the squelch threshold level before using Scan.
Memory channels that you prefer not to monitor while scanning can be locked out.
1. Recall the desired memory channel.
2. Press [F], [0] to switch Lockout ON (or OFF).
A star appears below the memory channel number to indicate that the channel has been locked out.
CONTINOUS TONE CODED SQUELCH SYSTEM
You may sometimes want to hear calls from only specific persons. The Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System
(CTCSS) allows you to ignore (not hear) unwanted calls from other persons who are using the same frequency.
Simply select the same CTCSS tone as selected by the other persons in your group. A CTCSS tone is subaudible and
is selectable from among the 50 standard tone frequencies.
Note: CTCSS does not cause your conversation to be private. It only relieves you of listening to unwanted
conversation.
USING CTCSS
1. Select the desired channel number.
2. Press [F], [6] to switch the CTCSS function ON (or OFF).
CT appears when CTCSS is ON.
3. Press [F], [9].
The current CTCSS frequency appears.
4. Use [UP], [DOWN] to select a tone frequency.
5. Press any key other than [LAMP] and [MONI] to complete the setting.
AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS
KEYPAD LOCK
This function prevents unauthorized individuals from changing the transceiver settings.
1. Press [F] (1 second) to switch the function ON (or OFF).
A key icon appears when the function is ON.
BATTERY SAVER
Battery Saver becomes active when the squelch is closed and no key is pressed for more than 10 seconds. This
function becomes passive whenever the squelch is opened or any key is pressed.
1. Press [F] + [2] to switch the function ON (default) or OFF.
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LAMP FUNCTION
You can illuminate the transceiver display by pressing [LAMP]. Approximately 5 seconds after releasing [LAMP],
the light goes OFF if no other key is pressed. Pressing any key other than [LAMP] while the display is
lit restarts the 5 second timer; pressing [LAMP] turns OFF the light immediately.
To latch the light ON, press [F], [LAMP]. The light remains ON until you press [F], [LAMP] again.
BEEP ON/OFF
The transceiver beeps each time you press a key on the keypad. You can also switch this function OFF.
1. Press [F] + [4], the menu appears, use [UP] or [DOWN] to switch the function ON (default) or OFF.
TIMER FUNCTION
Press [F] + [8], you may enter for the timer function.
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SPECIFICATION
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
Frequency coverage 144.0000-146.0000MHz
Mode type FM(F3E)
Frequency stability +/-5ppm (-20 C to -55 C)
Operating Temperature range -20 C to +55 C
Power Supply requirement 7.4V DC.
Current stand-by 40mA.
Current transmitting 1200mA.
Antenna impedance 50 Ohm.
Dimensions 100 x 53 x 33 mm.
TRANSMITTER
Tx frequency response 1dB to -3dB of +6dB. octave with
300 ~ 3000Hz. at 1000Hz for
reference PRE/EMP.
Power output 5W./Lo : 1W.
Spurious radiation 60dB.
Adjacent channel power 60dB.
Max. Frequency divination +/-2.5KHz./UP 20dB.
Tx distortion <5%
RECEIVER
Rx frequency response 1dB to -3dB of+6dB. octave with
300 ~ 3000Hz. at 1000Hz for
reference DE/EMP.
Sensitivity <0.25 V at 12dB/SINAD
Squelch sensitivity 0.158 V.
Selectivity 68dB.
Spurious response rejection 65dB.
Frequency Stability +/-5ppm
Audio output 400mW.
Rx Distortion <5% 8 Ohm Speaker
Image rejection 75dB.
Intermediation 73dB.
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INSTRUMENT SPECIFICATION
VHF Signal Frequency Range: 0.1 ~ 300MHz
Generator Output Level: 0.1uV ~ 50mV
Digital Voltmeter Measuring Range: 1mV ~ 15V
Distortion Meter Measuring Range: 0.1 ~ 20%
Frequency Counter Frequency Range: 0.1 ~ 300MHz
Accuracy: 1ppm or Better
Sensitivity: 100mV or Better
Oscilloscope Frequency Range: DC ~ 20MHz
Measuring Range: 0.01 ~ 15V
RF Power Meter Measuring Range: 0.1 ~ 10W
Frequency Range: 1 ~ 300MHz
Impedance: 50ohm
Stabilized Power Supply Output Voltage: 0 ~ 15VDC
Output Current: 3A or more
External Load Connection Type: 3.5 mono
Impedance: 4ohm/0.5W
FM Modulation Analyzer Frequency Range: 20Hz ~ 3kHz
Measuring Range: 0 ~ 10kHz
Audio Signal Generator Frequency Range: 20Hz ~ 5kHz
Output Level: 1mV ~ 1V
ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES
VCO SECTION
Item Condition Measurement Adjustment Specifications/
Test Equipment Terminal Parts Method Remarks
1. Setting 1) Power supply voltage
Battery terminal: 7.2V
2. VCO lock 1) CH: TX Lo Digital Voltmeter
C319 Adjust to 2.0V
Voltage 2) CH: TX Hi Digital Voltmeter
3) CH: RX Lo Digital Voltmeter
C306 Adjust to 2.0V
4) CH: RX Hi Digital Voltmeter
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TRANSMITTER SECTION
Item Condition Measurement Adjustment Specifications/
Test Equipment Terminal Parts Method Remarks
1. Transmit 1) CH: TX Lo RF Power meter ANT L8 - L10 Adjust it to 1.5W
Power PTT: ON Ammeter Check
2) CH: TX Hi RF Power meter ANT L10, L13 Adjust it to 4.5W
PTT: ON Ammeter Check
2. Transmit 1) CH: TX Center Frequency ANT VR2 Adjust to 500Hz or less
Frequency PTT: ON counter
3. Modula- 1) CH: TX Center Modulation ANT VR1 Adjust to 2.5kHz
tion analyzer
Oscilloscope MIC
Audio Signal
Generator
RECEIVER SECTION
Item Condition Measurement Adjustment Specifications/
Test Equipment Terminal Parts Method Remarks
1. Sensiti- 1) CH: RX Lo Oscilloscope ANT L1, L2, Adjust to the min.
vity CH: RX Center Distortion meter SPK L20, L21 Distortion and best
CH: RX Hi Signal to noise ratio
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CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
1. FREQUENCY CONFIGURATION
The receiver utilizes double conversion. The first IF is 38.85MHz and the second IF is 450 kHz. The first
local oscillator signal is supplied from the PLL circuit. The PLL circuit in the transmitter generates the
necessary frequency.
2. RECEIVER SYSTEM
2-1 Front End (RF AMP)
The signal coming from the antenna passes through the transmit/receive switching diode circuit, is
amplified by the RF amplifier (Q4), and passes through a BPF (L19). Then passes through the low-pass
filters and goes to the mixer.
2-3 IF Amplifier
The signal then passes through the first IF (Q6), and is amplified and goes to the IF IC (U2). U2
incorporates the functions of the second OSC, second mixer, second IF amplifier, detector, noise amplifier,
and noise detector. The signal input to the IC is mixed with the RF signal of the second OSC to produce a
450kHz second IF signal. The signal is amplified by the IF amplifier. The signal passes through the
ceramic filter (F3) to provide the necessary selectivity. Finally, the signal is detected by the IC (U2) and
output as an AF signal.
2-4 AF Amplifier
The AF signal from the IF IC is amplified and decoded by IC (U2), and the signal passes through AF
VOL circuit and enters the audio power amplifier IC (U205) to drive the speaker.
2-5 Squelch
Part of the AF signal from the IF IC enters the FM IC again, and the noise component is amplified and
rectified by a filter and an amplifier to produce a DC voltage corresponding to the noise level. The DC
signal from the FM IC goes to the analog port of the microprocessor (U3). U3 determines whether to
output sounds from the speaker by checking whether the input voltage is higher or lower than the preset
value. To output sounds from the speaker, U205 sends a high signal to the MUTE and turns U205 on
though Q12, Q17.
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3. PLL CIRCUIT
The PLL circuit generates the first local oscillator signal for reception and the RF signal for transmission.
3-1 PLL
The receiver has a VCO (Q19), and the transmitter has another VCO (Q2). The generated signal passes
through Q1 buffer and Q4 amplifies. U1 incorporates the reference oscillation divider and phase
comparator functions. The input signal is divided into a 0.300~2.5kHz signal according to the divide ratio
data from the microprocessor (U3). This signal and the 0.300~2.5kHz signal divided from the reference
signal enter the phase comparator to produce a differential signal. The frequency control signal is output
from the charge pump. The signal passes through the passive LPF and goes to varicap to control the VCO
frequency.
4. TRANSMITTER
4-1 Transmit Audio
The modulation signal from the microphone is amplified by U5, passes through a reemphasis circuit, and
is amplified by the other U5 to perform IDC operation. Then the resulting signal goes to the VCO through
the VCO modulation terminal for direct FM modulation.
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BILL OF MATERIAL
NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REF. NO. QUANTITY
32 CHIP R (0603) 20K R145 1
33 CHIP R (0603) 22K R142 1
34 CHIP R (0603) 33K R16, R99 2
R14, R21, R59, R91, R152,
CHIP R (0603) 47K
35 R183 6
36 CHIP R (0603) 56K R57, R85 2
37 CHIP R (0603) 68K R147 1
38 CHIP R (0603) 100K R146 1
39 CHIP R (0603) 120K R141, R143 2
40 CHIP R (0603) 150K R15 1
41 CHIP R (0603) 220K R148 1
42 CHIP R (0603) 470K R17 1
43 CHIP R (0603) 1M R115 1
44 CHIP C (0603) 10P C141 1
45 CHIP C (0603) 20P C154 1
46 CHIP C (0603) 30P C116 1
C10, C23, C30, C151, C165,
CHIP C (0603) 100P 10
47 C183, C194, C235, C237, C238
48 CHIP C (0603) 120P C14 1
C15, C21, C22, C29, C55, C85,
C89, C97, C99, C100, C106,
49 CHIP C (0603) 200P C114, C120, C124, C129, C135, 26
C136, C143, C144, C149, C152,
C187, C188, C189, C219
50 CHIP C (0603) 470P C31, C135, C197 3
51 CHIP C (0603) 102P C196 1
52 CHIP C (0603) 682P C216 1
C43, C57, C77, C100, C102,
53 CHIP C (0603) 103P C133, C181, C182, C201, C222, 11
C229
54 CHIP C (0603) 273P C256 1
C11, C32, C37, C74, C103, C115,
CHIP C (0603) 104P 11
55 C132, C170, C195, C236, C244
56 CHIP C (0603) 154P C257 1
57 CHIP C (0603) 474P C26, C223 2
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MECHANICAL
15 SPRING 1
16 LCD FRAME 1
17 LCD 1
18 LCD ZEBRA CONNECTOR 1
19 LCD PLATE 1
20 BATTERY PLASTIC PACK 1
21 BATTERY CONTACT 2
22 BATTERY CHARGE CONTACT 4
23 BELT HOOK 1
24 SCREW 15
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SEMICONDUCTOR IDENTIFICATION
2SA1362 2SB561
2SC3295 2SK508
2SC1923 2SC4988
2SK3475 2SK3476
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DTC144EE HVU131
SEMICONDUCTOR IDENTIFICATION
LM1458 MA2S376
RB521 TA7368F
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SEMICONDUCTOR IDENTIFICATION
AT24C04 (EEPROM)
TA31136FN
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SEMICONDUCTOR IDENTIFICATION
HT46R739
HT46R739
-28 SKD P-A/SOP-A
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