Operator’s Manual MM101332V1 Rev.
REVISION HISTORY REV R1A R2A R3A D E F DATE Mar 2003 Jun 2003 Feb 2004 Feb 2004 May 2004 Nov 2004 G Jan 2005 DESCRIPTION Initial release Added UHF—H (4W) and P25 functionality Added UHF-L (4W) Added CE Mark and safety symbol conventions Improved detail in operating instructions Added RU101219V71-V73 information. Updated battery information and CE marking information. Add marine channel information and change lapel mic earphone.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ............................................5 SAFETY CONVENTIONS................................................................7 OPERATING TIPS ............................................................................8 MARITIME CHANNELS................................................................10 BATTERY DISPOSAL....................................................................11 INTRODUCTION ......................................................
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION WARNING The M/A-COM P7100IP portable radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only,” meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an uncontrolled environment.
• Always transmit using low power (refer to High/Low Power Adjustment section) when possible. In addition to conserving battery charge, low power can reduce RF exposure. • ALWAYS use M/A-COM authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker/mics, etc). Use of unauthorized accessories may cause the FCC Occupational/Controlled Exposure RF compliance requirements to be exceeded. (Refer to Table 2: Options and Accessories.) • ALWAYS keep the device and its antenna at least 2 cm (0.
SAFETY CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this manual to alert the user to general safety precautions that must be observed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this product. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warning elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the product. M/ACOM, Inc. assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these standards.
OPERATING TIPS Antenna location and condition are important when operating a portable radio. Operating the radio in low lying areas or terrain, under power lines or bridges, inside of a vehicle or in a metal framed building can severely reduce the range of the unit. Mountains can also reduce the range of the unit. In areas where transmission or reception is poor, some improvement may be obtained by ensuring that the antenna is vertical.
WARNING Use only the supplied or approved antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications or attachments could cause damage to the radio unit and may violate FCC regulations. (Refer to Table 2: Options and Accessories.) Electronic Devices CAUTION RF energy from portable radios may affect some electronic equipment. Most modern electronic equipment in cars, hospitals, homes, etc. are shielded from RF energy.
MARITIME CHANNELS As part of FCC Equipment Authorization Part 80 licensing a maritime frequency usage plan has been included in this manual for reference.
BATTERY DISPOSAL The P7100IP series portable radios use rechargeable, recyclable Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) or Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries. NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERY At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of Nickel Cadmium batteries into the municipal waste stream. Check with local solid waste officials for recycling options and proper disposal.
INTRODUCTION This manual describes how to use the P7100IP series portable radio. The P7100IP series radios are synthesized, microprocessor-based, high performance portable FM radios providing reliable two-way communications in both the Enhanced Digital Access Communications Systems (EDACS®) trunking environment and conventional communications systems. In EDACS (trunked) mode, the user selects a communications system and group.
OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES Table 2 lists the Options and Accessories tested for use with the P7100IP series portable radios. Items for use with a specific band split or part number are noted. Refer to the maintenance manual or to M/A-COM’s Products and Services Catalog for a complete list of options and accessories, including those items that do not adversely affect the RF energy exposure. WARNING CAUTION Always use M/A-COM authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker/mics, etc).
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER BATTERIES (WIND DRIVEN RAIN) 7.5V NiCd Battery BKB 191 210/43 7.5V NiMH Battery BKB 191 210/44 MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES Speaker Mic KRY 101 1617/183 Speaker Mic Antenna Version Plus KRY 101 1617/184 Speaker Mic, Charger Compatible KRY 101 1617/185 Speaker Mic, Ant. Version, Charger Comp. KRY 101 1617/186 Speaker Mic, Immersible KRY 101 1617/283 Speaker Mic, Ant. Version, Immersible KRY 101 1617/284 Speaker Mic, Ant.
USER INTERFACE Figure 1: Top View Figure 2: Side View 15
Figure 3: System Model 16
Figure 4: Scan Model CONTROLS The radio features two rotary control knobs and an emergency button mounted on the top of the radio. Push-To-Talk, option and monitor buttons are mounted on the side. The front mounted keypad has six buttons on the P7150IP Scan model and 15 buttons on the P7170IP System Radio. Buttons and Knobs This section describes the primary function of the button and knob controls. Other functions associated with these controls are detailed in later sections.
POWER ON-OFF Applies power to and adjusts the receiver’s volume. Rotating VOLUME KNOB the control clockwise applies power to the radio. A single alert tone (if enabled through programming) indicates the radio is operational. Rotating the control clockwise increases the volume level. Minimum volume levels may be programmed into the radio to prevent missed calls due to a low volume setting. While adjusting the volume the display will momentarily indicate the volume level (i.e. VOL=31).
Figure 5: Scan Radio Front Panel KEY FUNCTION Function: Allows the user to select system, Primary groups, or channels, depending on personality programming. The buttons act as STEP UP or STEP DOWN. Pressing one of these buttons displays the next or previous stored system, group or channel. Secondary Function: Changes the selection for an item within a list. Primary Function: Accesses the pre-stored menu.
Figure 6: System Radio Front Panel KEY FUNCTION Same as Scan Model Same as Scan Model 1-9, *, 0, # Selects a specific system. If the rotary knob is used to select the system and more than 16 systems are programmed in the radio, the key is used to select additional banks (groupings) of systems. These keys are used to place telephone interconnect and individual (unit-to-unit) calls. The keys operate like a normal telephone keypad. Selects a specific group.
KEY FUNCTION Deletes selected groups or channels of the currently selected system from the Scan list. Places telephone interconnect calls. Initiates individual calls. DISPLAY The radio Display is made up of 3 lines (see Figure 7). Lines 1 and 2 contain eight alphanumeric character blocks and are used primarily to display system and group names. Line 1 also displays radio status messages. The 3rd line is used primarily to display radio status icons.
Table 3: Display Descriptions Steady – “Busy” transmitting or receiving Flashing – call queued Steady – special call mode (individual or telephone) Steady – during all radio transmissions Steady – transmit at low power If icon is not visible – transmit at high power Steady – battery charge indicator (refer to Figure 8) Flashing – Low battery indicator (refer to Figure 8) Steady – Indicates the current channel is set up as an analog channel.
The battery icons (see Figure 8) indicate approximate level only, based on battery voltage. Figure 9: Tri-Color LED Tri-Color LED The Tri-Color LED changes color to indicate radio status and is visible from both the front and top of the radio (see Figure 9). The three colors of the LED and the status they represent are: Green: Receiving Red: Unencrypted transmission Orange: Encrypted transmission Status Messages During radio operation, various radio Status Messages can be displayed.
MESSAGE NAME DESCRIPTION TALKARND Talkaround Conventional mode only. Indicates the radio is operating on conventional channels in talkaround mode (no repeater). SYSC ON System Scan Features On Trunked mode only. Indicates the System Scan features are enabled. SYSC OFF System Scan Features Off Trunked mode only. Indicates the System Scan features are disabled. LOW BATT Low Battery Battery voltage has dropped to the point to where the radio is no longer able to transmit.
Table 4: Alert Tones NAME TONE DESCRIPTION Call Originate (B) one short midpitched OK to talk after pressing the push-to-talk button Call Queued (T) one high-pitched Call queued for processing Autokey (T) one mid-pitched Queued call received channel assignment System Busy (T) three low-pitched System busy or unable to complete call Call Denied (T) one low-pitched Radio is not authorized on the system or group Carrier Control Timer (B) five high-pitched / PTT depressed for maximum len
CONVENTIONAL OPERATION In addition to the features covered in the following BASIC OPERATION section, the following functions are for the conventional mode. The radio functions in the conventional mode when using conventional communications channels (non-trunked). RECEIVING A CALL 1. 2. Select desired conventional system and channel or turn scan ON and make sure desired channel is in scan list. When the radio receives a call, the radio will unmute and the channel name will appear in the display.
BASIC OPERATION TURNING ON THE RADIO 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Power ON the radio by rotating the POWER ON-OFF/VOLUME knob clockwise. A short alert signal (if enabled through programming) indicates the radio is ready to use. Refer to Figure 1 for location of the POWER ON-OFF/VOLUME KNOB. The display shows the last selected system and group or a default system and group (depending on programming). Adjust the POWER ON-OFF/VOLUME knob to the desired volume level. Select the desired system and group.
GROUP SELECTION Method 1 (System Model) 1. Press to access group list. 2. Press to scroll through the list of groups or the numeric key mapped to the desired group list. 3. Press group. to select desired group. The radio will move to the selected Method 2 Rotate System/Group/Channel knob, or If this knob is not programmed for groups, press the buttons to change groups. The display registers the new system name on line two.
Press twice to add as a Priority 2 group. Press three times to add as a Priority 1 group. 5. Press to re-start scanning. NUISANCE DELETE (SYSTEM MODEL) A channel can temporarily be deleted from the scan list if it is not the currently selected channel. 1. Turn Scan ON. 2. When the radio receives a call on the channel, press the . The channel is removed from the scan list until the radio is power cycled. BACKLIGHT ON/OFF 1. Press to access the menu. 2.
4. Press the PTT and 5. Release PTT when the transmission is complete. will reappear. LOCKING/UNLOCKING KEYPAD 1. Press button. 2. Within 1 second, press the Option button on the side of the radio. HIGH/LOW POWER ADJUSTMENT Transmit power adjustment is possible if enabled through programming. Within conventional systems, transmit power is adjustable on a per channel basis. Within EDACS trunking systems, transmit power is adjustable on a per system basis.
Figure 10: Menu Display 3. The radio will continue to receive and transmit normally while in the menu function. 4. To scroll through the menu options use the or keys. When the required menu item has been found align the cursor with the option then press to select it. The menu item's parameter setting shown in the display can now be changed by using or to scroll through the list of parameter values.
Once the desired setting is reached press to store the value and return the menu option selection level. 5. For menu items that display radio information pressing or will scroll through a list of informational displays. An example of information displays is shown in Figure 12. The TX POWER menu item, when selected, toggles LOW/HIGH power. It does not use or to scroll nor is NOTE an additional press of the button required.
FEATURE Select Desired System DISPLAY COMMENT N/A Selects a new system. Add Group/Channel SCAN ADD to Scan List N/A Adds to Scan List. Delete Group/Channel Add/Delete Scan List SCAN DEL N/A SCAN A/D N/A Deletes Group or Channel from Scan List. Add or Delete from Scan List. Select Telephone Numbers From Phone List PHN CALL N/A Trunked Only. Data Operation NO DATA ON/OFF Select Individual Call from IC List IND CALL N/A Trunked Only. Toggles Data Operation ON/OFF. Trunked Only.
DIGITAL VOICE OPERATION Digital voice programmed systems have three (3) different voice modes: clear (analog), digital, and private (encrypted). The voice modes are programmed on a per-group basis within each trunked system and on a per-channel basis within each conventional system. Clear Mode The Clear Mode is a voice mode in which the radio transmits and receives only clear (analog) voice signals. These analog signals are non-digitized and non-encrypted.
Private Mode The Private Mode allows the radio to transmit encrypted messages and receive clear or private transmissions. The radio transmits private if the group/channel is programmed for private operation and forced operation is pre-programmed. If autoselect operation is pre-programmed and the radio is in the Private Mode, the radio transmits in the mode of the received call if the hang time is active. If no hang time is active, the radio transmits private.
Group/Channel Encryption Key Figure 14: Group/Channel Encryption Key Display Key Zero All cryptographic keys can be zeroed (erased from radio memory) by pressing the MONITOR/CLEAR button and while still pressing this button, press and hold the OPTION button. Press both buttons for 2 seconds. A series of beeps will begin at the start of the 2 second period and then switch to a solid tone after the keys have been zeroed. The display will indicate KEY ZERO.
If a group or channel is not programmed for Private Mode operation, PVT DIS will be displayed if an attempt is made to enable private transmit mode. It is not possible to operate on this group/channel in Private Mode. If the radio does not have the correct encryption key loaded, NO KEY# will be displayed and the call will not be transmitted. 3. Continue with standard transmission procedures. A Private Mode access tone will be heard when the PTT button is pressed.
TRUNKED OPERATION SCANNING TRUNKED GROUPS Groups that have been previously added to the scan list on a per system basis may be scanned. Each system's group scan list is retained in memory when the radio is powered OFF or when the battery pack is removed. The following procedures outline scan operations for trunked groups. See the conventional mode operating procedures for specific procedures on conventional channel scanning. Turning Scan On and Off 1.
4. Press the key a second time to set the group to Priority 2. A displayed on line three. is Press a third time to set the group to Priority 1. A is displayed on line three. The priority level section sequence only advances the group to the next high priority level and stops at priority level 1. To select a lower priority level, the group must be deleted from the scan list and then added back to the scan list. Each new group added to the scan list starts at the lowest priority.
Press a third time to set the group to Priority 1. A is displayed on line three. The priority level selection sequence only advances the group to next higher priority level and stops at priority level 1. To select a lower priority level, the group must be deleted from the scan list and then added back to the scan list. Each new group added to the scan list starts at the lowest priority.
While the status is displayed, press to delete the group from the scan list. , ,or turns OFF. Any group that is not in a trunked system group scan list will show a "blank" for the time out period when it is the selected channel. Nuisance Delete A group can also be deleted from the scan list, if it is not the currently selected group, by pressing the key (Scan model) or the key (System model) during scan operation while the radio is displaying the unwanted group.
When ProScan is Enabled The radio monitors the priority system and will switch to the priority system if the criteria defined by the controls in the ProScan Options dialog box are met. If ProScan is enabled, the rate at which the radio will scan for the priority system is defined by the System Sample Time control, located in the ProScan Options dialog box. ProScan The radio may be programmed for ProScan system scan operation for multisite applications depending on the version of radio flash code.
Receiving an Emergency Call When Receiving An Emergency Call on the selected group and system, an alert beep is heard and is displayed. The message *RXEMER* flashes in the display on line two until the emergency condition is cleared. Declaring an Emergency Call To send an emergency call to a selected system and group (or on an optionally pre-programmed group), proceed as follows: 1.
If a response is made by pressing the PTT to the call prior to the programmed call-back time-out, the call will automatically be directed to the originating unit. If a response is not made before the call-back time-out, the radio will return to normal receive display, and *WHC* will appear on the first line of the LCD. To respond after the call-back time-out, press the key. The radio's display will show the callers ID on the first line and WHCI=1 on the second line.
Sending an Individual Call (Trunked Mode Only) Pre-Stored Individual Calls The following procedures describe how to initiate and complete a Pre-Stored Individual Call. System Model 1. To select a pre-stored individual phone number, enter the individual call key. is displayed. Then scroll through the list of stored numbers using the or key. mode using the 2. Press the PTT button; when the radio is clear to transmit, turns ON, turns OFF and the channel access tone sounds.
Call Storage Lists There are two lists available for call storage in the P7100IP series radios, the calls received list (1 - 10) and the personality list (1 - 99 as defined by the user). When the individual call mode is entered by pressing , the calls received list is available. The user can toggle to the personality list by selecting any index other than 0 or toggle between the two lists by pressing the key. If wrap is enabled, the calls received list wraps on itself and not into the other list.
Sending a Telephone Interconnect Call (Trunked Mode Only) Pre-Stored Number Use the following procedures to initiate and complete a Telephone Interconnect call: 1. System Model: To select a previously stored phone number, press . Use the or keys to scroll through the list of stored numbers. Scan Model: To select a previously stored phone number, press . Use the or keys to select the menu option PHN CALL. Press the key again then use the stored numbers.
2. If the phone number is not stored in the pre-stored list of phone numbers, but the phone number is known, it can be entered directly from the keypad. Start by pressing the the keypad. 3. . Then enter the required number from A telephone ring can be heard from the speaker. When someone answers the phone, press the PTT button and speak into the microphone. Release the PTT button to listen to the individual called.
Press to enter the overdial select/entry mode and follow the selection mode rules to call up a stored number from the phone list. is displayed. Press PTT to send the overdial sequence once. If the number needs to be transmitted again it must be selected or entered again (this prevents unwanted numbers from being sent the next time the PTT button is pressed during the call). This overdial select/entry mode remains active until the call is dropped, cleared, or is pressed.
4. Press and hold until the display changes indicating that the number has been stored. Repeat steps 1-4 above if the number stored in an entry location needs to be changed. STATUS/MESSAGE OPERATION Status operation permits the transmission of a pre-programmed status condition to the EDACS site. Message operation permits the transmission of a pre-programmed message text to an EDACS site.
Dynamic Regroup Operation Dynamic Regroup Operation permits multiple talk groups (up to eight) to be added to a radio via the system manager. The radio must be pre-programmed to respond to regrouping. Dynamic regrouping will not be activated in a radio until the system manager sends an activation message. Each radio that receives and acknowledges the regrouping instructions is successfully regrouped. Pressing and holding the CLEAR/MONITOR button for 2.
radio. Support for MDTs or host computers is a programmable option per radio. Additionally, radios may also be programmed for data only operation (no voice calls transmitted or received). Displays The following will be displayed during the various states of data mode of operation: TX DATA Appears on top line of display when the radio is transmitting a data call. RX DATA Appears on top line of display when the radio is receiving a data call.
Exiting Data Cells Under normal conditions, the radio enters the scan lockout mode and returns to the control channel after completion of a data call (transmit or receive). If, during a data call, one of the following conditions occurs, the data call is immediately terminated and the radio performs the desired function: • PTT is activated. • Emergency is declared by pressing the pre-programmed emergency button. • A group or system is changed.
PROJECT 25 (P25) CONVENTIONAL OPERATION GROUP CALLS IN P25 MODE Transmitting a Group Call 1. Select the desired P25 system. (P25 icon will appear in display.) 2. Select the Talk Group/Conventional Channel. (Selected simultaneously using either the system/group/channel knob or the group key.) 3. Press and hold the PTT. 4. When a grant tone is received (if enabled through programming) speak into the microphone. 5. Release PTT and wait for response.
Receiving an Individual Call The radio will unmute according to the squelch mode defined in the radio personality (monitor, normal, selective). 1. Select the desired P25 system and Talk Group/Channel or turn scan on and make sure the desired channel is in the scan list. 2. When the radio receives a P25 call, the radio will unmute and the ID of the transmitting radio will appear in the display. 3. Press the PTT button to respond. Unanswered calls will appear in the Who Has Called (WHC) list.
Receiving an Emergency Group Call 1. Select the desired P25 System and Talk Group/Channel. 2. When the radio detects an incoming Emergency Group Call, the radio will sound an alert tone and “RXEMER” will appear in the display. 3. Voice or emergency transmissions will be heard at the receiving radio. 4. To clear an emergency from the receiving radio, perform one of the following steps: 56 a. Change systems. b. Change channels (if not prohibited by programming). c.
OPERATION FOLLOWING WATER CONTACT If the P7100IP model radio has been immersed in water or if the microphone air path or speaker grill become clogged with water, follow instructions under “Radio Microphone” and “Radio Speaker” sections to assure the highest quality transmitted and received messages. RADIO MICROPHONE In the event the P7100IP microphone air path becomes clogged with water, blow two quick successive breaths of air directly into the radio microphone air hole. Refer to Figure 18.
CHANGING THE BATTERY PACK REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF. 1. Press the latch at the bottom of the battery pack. 2. Lift the battery pack from the bottom. 3. Remove the battery pack from the radio. Figure 19: Removing the Battery Pack ATTACHING THE BATTERY PACK Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF. 1. Align the tab on the top of the battery pack with the slot at the top of the battery cavity. 2.
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BATTERY WARRANTY A. M/A-COM, Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the original purchaser for use (hereinafter "Buyer") that nickel-cadmium and nickel-metal hydride batteries supplied by Seller shall be free from defects in material and workmanship, and shall conform to its published specifications for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase. B.
WARRANTY A. M/A-COM, Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the original purchaser for use (hereinafter "Buyer") that Equipment manufactured by or for the Seller shall be free from defects in material and workmanship, and shall conform to its published specifications. With respect to all non-M/A-COM Equipment, Seller gives no warranty, and only the warranty, if any, given by the manufacturer shall apply.
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