rugged. radios http://www.ruggedradios.com/ Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:29:51 +0000 FeedCreator 1.7.3 http://www.ruggedradios.com/images/M_images/joomla_rss.png rugged. radios http://www.ruggedradios.com/ Rugged Race Products is the leading racing, fire safety, and industrial communications manufacturer worldwide. We make everything from headsets, intercoms, cables, car harnesses, race radios, racing radios, racing electronics, helmet kits, rally intercoms, and 2-way radios. Call Rugged Radios today for all of your communication requirements. 888-541-RACE (7223) About rugged. radios http://www.ruggedradios.com/about-rugged.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/about-rugged.html With over 15 year experience in the racing industry, Rugged Radios, a division of Rugged Race Products Inc. is dedicated to supplying the aviation, industrial, off road, racing, and safety communities with quality products. By exceeding our customer’s expectations in quality, service, and value, we are working hard to build long lasting relationships, not just one time sales.

From headsets and radios to complete intercom systems, Rugged Radios has the right products for the Friday night racer to the professional race team. Call us and see why we are the perfect choice for your 2-way radio communications!

Sincerely,
Greg Cottrell
President
Rugged Radios
A Division of Rugged Race Products Inc. ]]> site admin Tue, 15 Dec 2009 04:34:13 +0000 rugged. radios News http://www.ruggedradios.com/rugged-radios-cummication-products-news.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/rugged-radios-cummication-products-news.html site admin Tue, 15 Dec 2009 04:35:36 +0000 Dealership Opportunities! http://www.ruggedradios.com/become-a-rugged-radios-dealer.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/become-a-rugged-radios-dealer.html Area dealerships available:
  • Off-road Racing
  • Sandcar Builders
  • Drag Racing

Circle Track and Road Racing Master Distributor:
Sampson Racing Communications - www.sampsonracing.com


 To become a Rugged Dealer please download our Dealer Application, and fax it back to us with a copy of your resale license.

Dealer Application (PDF)

Rugged Race Products
888-541-7223 toll free
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 info@ruggedradios.com ]]> site admin Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:29:34 +0000 Frequently Asked ?? http://www.ruggedradios.com/communication-products-faq.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/communication-products-faq.html

Intercoms and mobile radios


Q. Can my RRP600 intercom connect to a 24 volt system?
A. Yes. The RRP600 intercom is made to work with systems from 9-24 volts

Q. My mobile radio does not transmit as far as it use to.
A. Make sure the radio is on high power. Also check your antenna to make sure it is seated all the way down on the NMO mount.

Q. The audio from the mobile radio only comes out the front speaker on the radio not through the intercom system.
A. Plug in the 3.5mm gold plug on the intercom/radio cable into the external speaker port on the mobile radio.

Q. My intercom system has ignition noise when engine is running.
A. You may have a ground loop. Make sure your power for the intercom and radio are connected directly to the battery and not to a switch that maybe tied to the ignition.

Q. When I transmit through my intercom system the other car hears too much background noise?
A. Adjust the radio gain adjustment on the back of the RRP600 intercom under the plastic cover. Turn counter clockwise one click at a time. Retest your transmit level until the desired level is reached. Be sure to replace plastic cover.

Q. When I listen to my intercom system the mobile radio comes through too loud?
A. Turn the volume down on the mobile radio. The volume control for 2-way radio listening is only controled by the radio.

Q. How do I adjust my VOX/Squelch control?
A. Simple rotate the VOX control clockwise until the mics are always live. Be sure to have the microphones as close to your mouth as possible. Then rotate the VOX control counter colckwise until the background noise goes away and the mics are off. Then speak into the mics. They should instantly turn on. If the background noise still turns the mics on, rotate the VOX control one click at a time until the mics turn off. Speak into the mics with a louder voice to turn on.

Q. Do I need an external amplifier for my Ipod in the Rugged RRP600 intercom systems?
A. No! The Rugged RRP600 intercom and Rugged headsets are designed for audio performance. Simply plug your Ipod into the front of the intercom and enjoy the music. Remember the volume for the Ipod is controled on the Ipod.

Q. Will the RRP600 intercom work with my Icom V8000 mobile radio?
A. Yes! The RRP600 is designed for almost every application. See the Radio Jumper Cables for all of the available applications.

Q. My push to talk will not plug directly into my intercom.
A. The push to talk will need a CS-PTT-ADPT cable to adapt to the intercom.

Q. Can I use the push to talk on my headset for radio transmitting?
A. Yes! If you use the CS-9-5P or CS-16-5P Rugged headset direct cables the headset PTT is now ready to use.

Q. These FAQ's didn't answer my specific problem, can i call for help?
A. Of course, we are always happy to assist in your communication needs. We update this page with common questions we receive every week. Please check back again soon or give one of our techs a call (805)-541 7223.

Product Document Downloads

RRP600 Intercom Installation Instructions

Rugged DSP Installation Instructions

RRP600 Remote Head Instructions

Vertex VX2200 Operating Manual
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  • Handheld radios 
    • 4 watt 16 channel with drop in charger: $3.00 per day with a 5 day minimum.
    • If more than 5 radios are rented a 6 unit gang will be supplied.
  • Mobile radios
    • Just in time for the Baja 1000! 50 watt mobile radio with 12V adapter $10.00 per day with a 5 day minimum.
    • Antenna and coax cable are sold separate.
  • Headsets
    • Behind the head H41 dual muff headset and coil cord: $3.00 per day with a 5 day minimum.

Call for complete details and availability: 888-541-7223 ]]> shop admin Mon, 28 Dec 2009 10:26:53 +0000 Installation Tips http://www.ruggedradios.com/install-tips-radios-cables-headsets.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/install-tips-radios-cables-headsets.html Intercom to radio cable:
  1. 5 pin chrome plug: The chrome plug on the cable plugs into the radio port on the intercom.
  2. 2 pin white molex: The white 2 pin molex connector plugs into the power plug off of the intercom. When you turn on the radio your intercom will power up.
  3. 15 pin serial connector: The gray 15 pin serial connector plugs into the back of the Vertex radio.
  4. 3.5mm gold tip plug: The 3.5mm gold pin plug goes back to the radio just above the serial port connector.
cj-vx4200


Antenna coax cable:
  1. Find the best location for mounting antenna. The center of your vehicle or it's hightest point is the best location for maximum range. Mount the NMO mount (gold connector) in a 3/8 hole on a roll bar tab or aluminum roof.
  2. Route the coax cable away from hot areas or spots where damage may occure. If you have any extra cable DO NOT COIL. Route excess cable further around the vehicle. Coiling the coax cable will cause bad performance and reduced range.
  3. Plug in the PL259 (silver connector) into the mobile radio. DO NOT use any thread lock or sealer. Make sure this plug is seated all of the way down and tight.

Do not coil excess cable like this:
nmo-mt-uhf ]]> site admin Mon, 28 Dec 2009 10:45:23 +0000 rugged. Recommends http://www.ruggedradios.com/rugged-radios-recommended-links.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/rugged-radios-recommended-links.html Circle Track & Road Racing Master Distributor
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]]> site admin Tue, 29 Dec 2009 17:07:39 +0000 The Crew http://www.ruggedradios.com/rugged-radios-crew.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/rugged-radios-crew.html
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]]> site admin Fri, 08 Jan 2010 17:30:36 +0000 Testimonial RedRhino http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/11-racing-communications-products-testimonial-red-rhino.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/11-racing-communications-products-testimonial-red-rhino.html

I have your 4 place package...... By far the best money I have spent on my rhino!

- RedRhino from RhinoForums.net]]> site admin Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:44:07 +0000 Testimonial Bdyzr1 http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/17-racing-communications-products-testimonial-bdyzr1.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/17-racing-communications-products-testimonial-bdyzr1.html

Well me and my son went on our Crown King run yesterday and the headsets were amazing, hooked my ipod to it and it made the trip seem alot shorter and no dirt clods in my ears, best money ive spent so far.

- Bdyzr1 from RhinoForums.net]]> site admin Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:44:07 +0000 Testimonial Rob Peterson http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/18-racing-communications-products-testimonial-rob-peterson.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/18-racing-communications-products-testimonial-rob-peterson.html

And I can't thank Rugged Race Radio products enough for hooking me up with such badass products for great prices.

- Rob Peterson, driver of truck 1473]]> site admin Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:44:07 +0000 Testimonial Karl http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/19-racing-communications-products-testimonial-karl.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/19-racing-communications-products-testimonial-karl.html

For doing group rides anywhere... this is one of thee best additions one could do to any offroad vehicle such as the SXS. Safe and Fun! My 5watt w/ external antenna gives me plenty of distance for car to car through the dunes. Thanks Greg and Matt!

- Karl from RhinoForums.net]]> site admin Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:44:07 +0000 Testimonial jtgroover http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/20-racing-communications-products-testimonial-jtgroover.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/20-racing-communications-products-testimonial-jtgroover.html

I purchased the Rugged Race products Intercom with all the cabling I needed from Greg at the SSSS, I have it temporarily installed in my Teryx (read mounted and all wires running with zipties and sticky backs and wired into the 12v plug for now.) and will be hard mounting in the next couple of weeks. Very quality product and great customer service from Rugged.
I had also ordered a Zamp SA-2005 wired for off-road com, forced air helmet for my wife for the powder puff race from them and had issues with it upon delivery (Zamp issue not rugged), and Greg stepped up and repaired it and overnighted it to me on the day before we were leaving for the race.
Great company and customer service from these guys.

- jtgroover from GlamisDunes.com]]> site admin Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:44:07 +0000 Testimonial Done-It-Again http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/21-racing-communications-products-testimonial-done-it-again.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/21-racing-communications-products-testimonial-done-it-again.html

Matt,
Got everything in yesterday. Thanks for the great deal. Cannot wait to use it, and the wiring on the helmets were super clean.

- DONE-IT-AGAIN, RhinoForums.Net]]> site admin Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:44:07 +0000 Testimonial Jerrod http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/22-racing-communications-products-testimonial-jerrod.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/testimonials/22-racing-communications-products-testimonial-jerrod.html

Hey Matt, just wanted to say thanks for everything with the intercom systems. Mine worked great out on our last trip and made the biggest difference both on the HWY and on the road. Made it safer, more fun, and just straight bad ass! Thanks for all your help!

- Jerrod, Owner, NS Offroad]]> site admin Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:44:07 +0000 rugged. Rhino Build http://www.ruggedradios.com/rugged-rhino-build.html http://www.ruggedradios.com/rugged-rhino-build.html The Rugged Rhino has gone on to its new owner in Southern California.  We would like to thank all that participated and followed our build!

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