SSB AND AM

23 CHANNELS
CITIZENS BAND TRANSCEIVER
OPERATION MANUAL

GTX-3325

GEMTRONICS
 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This unit is a transceiver employing a frequency synthesizer circuit to provide 23 crystal-
controlled transmit and receive channels in the 27 MHz Citizens band. This unit is an all solid stated
unit making use of FET, transistor and diode, and is a compact and high capacity transceiver.
This unit can be operated over all 23 channels in the conventional AM mode (DSB), or in sup-
pressed carrier Single Sideband (SSB) using either the upper or lower sideband, as desired, which
increases from 23 to 69 the effective number of operating channels.

The transceiver has been carefully designed for ease of operation in the SSB mode. Selection of
AM, upper sideband or lower sideband is achieved by a mode switch. For transmit on SSB only
small consumption of RF power output is required since power output is consumed only when talking.
Your SSB signal will reach farther and be heard more clearly than on AM signal. This unit includes
every necessary feature for optimum communications — variable squelch, noise blanker, noise limitter
(only AM), RF attenuator, fine tune, public address and P-S meter. It is designed for mobile ope-
ration such as automobiles or boats. and its standard power supply is DC 12 V. Positive or negative
ground.

WARNING

PRIOR TO OPERATING YOUR TRANSMITTER, YOU MUST:

Have posted at your station your own class D Ctizens Radio Station License; Have available within your station
records and have read and understand a current copy of the FCC Rules and Regulations Part 95; Apply for your
station license by filling out an Application for Class D Station License in the Citizens Radio Service, FCC form
505 dated July 1973 or later. You may obtain a License Application from the FCC, Washington, D.C. 20554,
from your nearest FCC Field Office or from your local radio dealer. Your copy of the FCC Rules Et Regulations
is available by subscribing to VOLUME V1, FCC RULES AND REGULATIONS from the U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402 on an order blank included with the license application instructions.
 SPECIFICATIONS

General specifications:
*Frequency range 26.965/27.255 MHz.
*Modulation mode Conventional AM and suppressed carrier SSB
* Channel composition Crystal synthesizer type
* Frequency stability * At room temperature (Within 50 Hz. deviation
from assigned frequency)
* Temperature varies from —20t, to + 50'C.
(Within 500 Hz. deviation from assigned frequency)
* Power 13.8V. D.C.
* Polarity of power supply POS. or NEG. GROUND
Transmitter specifications:
* RF output on SSB mode 35 Watts PEP input.
12 Watts PEP (Max. rate)
* RF output on AM mode 4 Watts (average carrier power)
* Modulation method Filter method. (SSB)
* Spurious radiation All spurious and harmonics are more than 50dB
below the carrier on both SSB and AM mode.
(In case of SSB mode, this measurement will be
made with authorized standard test procedure)
*Hum and noise Hum and noise on RF signal are more than
40dB below the signal.
* Antenna impedance Adjustable for 50 or >52 ohm antenna.
* Carrier suppression More than 40dB below either signal of two
tone on SSB.

2. Receiver specifications:
* Reception method on SSB Single conversion super heterodyne.
* Reception method on. AM Double conversion super heterodyne.
* Intermediate frequency 7.8MHz. (2nd 455KHz. on AM mode).
*Selectivity on SSB ± 1.2 KHz. at 6dB, ± 2.3 KHz. at 50dB
* Selectivity on AM ±3KHz. at 6dB, -±10KHz. at 50dB.
* Suprious response More than 50dB spurious signal requires to
produce same amount of audio output as desired
signal does.
* Audio output 2 Watts at 10% distortion.
* Current drain approx. 350mA when no audio.
OPERATING CONTROLS AND FEATURES

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1. PWR/VOL:
Varies the audio volume from the speaker. Full clockwise provides Maximum. Incorporates an on-off switch
at the extreme counter-clockwise position.

2. Squelch:
This control is used to "quiet" the receiver during no-signal conditions. To adjust squelch threshold level at
12 o'clock (or similar location): Full clockwise provides maximum.

3. Transmit indicator:
To indicate transmit using visible light emitting diode.

4. Channel indicator window:

To indicate transceiver channel.

5. Receive indicator:
To indicate receive using visible light emitting diod

6. S/RF power meter:

This meter is automatically switched to indicate incoming signal strength in the receive mode, and relative RF
power output in the transmit mode. "S" scale to be adjusted at "S9" on input 100m V.

7. Mode switch:
Selects mode of operation among lower sideband, upper sideband and standard AM.
 8. Speaker Int— Ext Switch:
Selects internal speaker and external speaker.

9. Noise Blanker:
Push button to control noise blanker. Which is very effective against ignition noise.

10. CB PA SWITCH:
PA operation to be on when it is pushed.

11. Channel Selector:

Dial shows 1-23 channels. The selected channel appears at channel indicator window (4), and also selects
"black" mode (between channels 22 and 23).

12. RF Gain:
To reduce RF gain of receiver on strong signals.

13. Fine tune:

Permits slight adjustment of receiver tuning used for clarity on SSB reception and fine tuning of stations on
AM reception.

14. Microphone socket:

Four-pin socket for push-to-talk dynamic microphone with curl cord and dependable screw-on connector.

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15. Power Connector:
Connect the DC cord;

16. EXT SP:

Jack for connection of external devices such as headphone or speaker.
Insertion of a headphone plug into this jack will automatically disconnect the internal speaker.

17. PA SP:
Special speaker jack for PA. Be sure to use PA speaker only on PA operation since internal speaker is
disconnected. Use external speaker having 8 — 16 ohms impedance only.

18. Antenna connector:

For antenna lead-in cable with matching PL-259 connector.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Never attempt to transmit without an antenna connected to the transceiver. Make sure the transceiver is
properly installed for mobile operation and that the antenna and power source are connected. If you have not
already done so, plug in the microphone.

Receive Mode AM:

Initially, set front panel controls as follows:
CB/PA switch — CB position (Switch-out)
RF gain — Maximum (Fully-clockwise)
Mode switch — "AM"
Fine Tune — Center (12 o'clock position)
Squelch — Minimum (Fully counter-clockwise)
PWR/VOL — Rotate clockwise to switch on, and increase for desired volume.

Squelch Control (AM and SSB Reception)

The squelch control is used for elimination of any annoying background noise when no signals are present. To
adjust the SQUELCH control properly during reception, turn up VOLUME until background noise is heard and
rotate the "SQUELCH" slowly clockwise until the background noise just disappears. Such position of
SQUELCH is called the "THRESHOLD LEVEL". At this point, the receiver will be quiet under "no-signal"
conditions. Speaker must be operative in case that incoming signal overcomes squelch set above threshold
level.

Noise Blanker (AM and SSB reception)

Noise Blanker is specially designed to combat pulse type noise such as ignition noise. But it is not designed for
against interference caused by neon, atmospheric and various types of electrical machinery.

RF gain (AM and SSB reception)

Extremely strong signals can be reduced for more comfortable listening by rotating RF gain. Usually, RF gain to
be kept at max. position for best sensitivity.

"S" Meter (AM and SSB reception)

During reception, this meter provides relative indication of signal strength of a received signal Adjustment to be
made using AM signal, where S9= 100/2V.
'Receive Mode SSB
Set all controls initially as follows:

CB/PA switch — CB position (Switch-obt)

RF gain' — Maximum (Fully -clockwise)
Mode switch — To be turned on to USB or LSB.
Fine Tune — Center (12 O'clock position)
Squelch — Minimum (Fully counter clockwise)
PWR / VOL — Turn clockwise to switch on. Increase "VOL" to desired level.

If you are unable to clarify the voice or hear the signal, it is possible that the signal is not on
the sideband you are using (Transmitting frequency differs from receiving frequency). Switch the
transceiver to the another sideband and repeat the adjustment of the "Fine Tune" control in this
mode, until you are able to clarify the voice and make it intelligible. Switch to either the USB or
LSB mode. Rotate the "Fine Tune" control Very Slowly on either side of 12 O'clock position
(between the 7 o'clock position and the 5 o'clock position). Within this range it should be possible
to clarify the sound so that the voice becomes intelligible.

TRANSMIT MODE:

It is illegal to operate the transmitter section of this transceiver prior to receiving a valid station
license and call sign. Part 95 of the F.C.C. rules and regulations dealing with the Citizens Radio
Service must be obtained, read and understand.

CB/PA switch — Set at CB. (switch out)

Mode switch — To be selected LSB, AM or USB.

After you have selected the desired mode of operation by means of the LSB-AM-USB selector switch, simply
depress the push-to-talk button on the microphone to transmit. On transmitting in the AM mode, be sure that
RF power output meter fluctuates in accordance with your voice. This indicates AM modulation. When the
press-to-talk button is pressed while in the single sideband mode, the meter will produce no reading until you
speak into the microphone and provide modulation.

PUBLIC ADDRESS OPERATION

Special provision has been made in this unit for public address (PA) operation.

For PA operation:-- (CB/PA SWITCH-IN)

Connect an external 8-16 ohm speaker to "PA-SP" jack. Depress "CB/PA" switch (Switch-In). Press the
push-to-talk button on the microphone, speak into the microphone in a normal voice and adjust microphone-lip
distance for desired undistorted volume.
CRYSTAL FREQUENCY CHART

11.000M 11.050M 11.100M 11.150M 11.200M 11.250M

LSB 8.1635M
1 5 9 13 17 21
AM. USB 8.1665

LSB 8.1735M
2 6 10 14 18 22
AM. USB 8.1765

LSB 8.1835M
3 7 11 15 19
AM. USB 8.1865

LSB 8.2035M
4 8 12 16 20 23
AM. USB 8.2065

1 ch 26,965 kHz 13 ch 27,115 kHz

2 26,975 14 27,125
3 26,985 15 27,135
4 27,005 16 27,155
5 27,015 17 27,165
6 27,025 18 27,175
7 27,035 19 27,185
8 27,055 20 27,205
9 27,065 21 27,215
10 27,075 22 27,225
11 27,085 23 27,255
12 27,105
MOBILE INSTALLATION

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black

red

BATT.

POWER CONNECTIONS TO VEHICLE

NEGATIVE GROUND: Connect black lead to chassis.

Connect red lead to (POS) hot battery.
POSITIVE GROUND: Connect red lead to chassis.
Connect black lead to (NEG) hot battery.

POWER CONNECTIONS TO VEHICLE

ANT BLOCK DIAGRAM, TRANSMITTER
BLOCK DIADRAM, RECEIVER