Supplied with:
- Mounting Cradle
- Microphone
- Microphone Clip
- DC Lead
- Screw Pack
- Instruction Manual
TX3500 compact 5 watt UHF CB radio
The latest in Digital Signal Processing Technology ensures the TX3500 offers superior performance and features compared to radios which use conventional analogue technology.
Simple, practical and affordable the compact, rugged TX3500 is ideally suited to harsh operating environments. The unique slide in mounting cradle makes installation simple and the solid die cast chassis is built to last.
With the introduction of the narrow band 80 Channel UHF CB service in 2011, the GME TX3500/TX4500 series represent the first Australian radios specifically designed to the new ACMA standard.
Fully engineered and manufactured in Australia with a host of evolutionary features newly developed by GME’s highly experienced two-way radio R & D team. Industry firsts that not only differentiate the GME brand from the competition, but take advantage of the latest digital technology to ensure ease of operation and optimum performance across all 80 channels.
Unique and practical benefits include GME’s Full Spectrum Backlighting, the amazing, interference suppressing Advanced Signal Management System, the highly effective Dynamic Volume Control and voice inversion scrambling options. GME also retains all the key attributes that have long been associated with our robust and tough locally manufactured radios like Open/Group scan, Sellcal, CTCSS and a full 3 year parts and labour warranty available through GME’s nationwide service network.
The TX3500 series and its DIN sized companion the TX4500 provide an 80 channel solution to suit every application and installation requirement; built specifically for the harsh Australian conditions where durability and reliable communications are paramount, the TX3500/TX4500 series epitomises GME’s long standing reputation for innovation, quality and value for money.
Features
- User adjustable full spectrum LCD backlight
- CTCSS and DCS
- Advanced signal management
- Duplex
- Dynamic volume control
- Graphic signal strength meter
- Rotary channel and volume controls
- 19 dealer programmable extra receive channels (403-520 MHz)
- Push button squelch control
- 3 year warranty
- Open and group scan
- Rear mic option
Specifications
| Electrical | |
|---|---|
| General | |
| Compliant Specification | Meets AS/NZS 4365 for radio communications equipment in the UHF citizen and personal radio service. |
| Frequency Range TX | 476.425-477.4125 MHz |
| Number of Channels | 80 |
| Channel Spacing | 12.5 kHz |
| Operation Mode | Simplex or half Duplex with repeater talk around. |
| Scanning Speed | 50 ms per channel (20 channels per second). |
| Antenna Impedance | 50 Ohms nominal |
| Nominal Battery Voltage | 12 volts DC |
| Operating Voltage Range | 10-16 volts DC |
| Battery Polarity | Negative Earth |
| Standard Test Voltage | 13.8 volts DC |
| Overvoltage Protection | 30 volts DC maximum. At 18 volts DC the channel display flashes ‘Hi DC’ for 5 seconds on receive. The RF power is reduced and TX flashes on transmit. |
| Reverse Voltage Protection | Diode Crowbar |
| Overcurrent Protection | In-line 2 amp fuse |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to 60°C |
| Transmitter | |
| RF Output | 5 watts |
| Spurious Emission | < - 70 dBc |
| Frequency Error | < ± 1.5 kHz |
| Modulation | FM |
| Maximum Deviation | < ± 2.5 kHz at + 20 dB AF limiting. |
| Transmit Frequency Response | + 6 dB per octave 300 Hz to 3 kHz + 1-3 dB. |
| Demodulated Audio Signal to Noise | > 45 dB unweighted |
| Current Consumption | 1.7 amps with 50 Ohms termination. |
| Receiver | |
| Intermediate Frequencies | 38.85 MHz |
| Sensitivity | - 122 dBm for 12 dB SINAD unweighted |
| Selectivity | - 6 dB at + 3.5 kHz ‑ 60 dB at ± 12.5 kHz |
| Intermodulation Immunity | -72 dB |
| Blocking Immunity | -98 dB |
| Spurious Response Immunity | 70 dB |
| Audio Output Power | 3 watts average into 4 Ohms |
| Audio Signal to Noise | > 45 dB unweighted |
| Receive Frequency Response | ‑ 6 dB/Octave de‑emphasis 300 Hz to 3 kHz + 1-3 dB. |
| Current Consumption | < 175 mA muted 750 mA Full volume. |
| Conducted Spurious Emission | < - 70 dBm |
| Mechanical Specifications & Connections | |
| Dimensions: | 29 (H) x 128 (L) x 117 (D) mm |
| Weight | 450 grams |
| 12 Volt Power Supply | Two core cable with bulkhead connector in rear panel. |
| Antenna | SO239 Panel Socket |
| External Speaker: | 3.5 mm Mono Jack |
| Microphone Port | 6 Way telephone style with rubber strain relief. |