Rhein Tech Laboratories 360 Herndon Parkway Suite 1400 Herndon, VA 20170 www.rheintech.com Appendix K: Client: M/A-COM, Inc. Model: P7300 UHF-H Radio ID’s: OWDTR-0052-E/3636B-0052 Standards: Part 90/RSS-119 Report #: 2008141 User Manual Please refer to the following pages for the operator’s manual and the product safety manual.
Operator’s Manual MM-013994-001 Oct/08 P7300 Series Portable Radio
MM-013994-001 MANUAL REVISION HISTORY REV DATE - Oct/08 REASON FOR REVISION Initial release. Tyco Electronics Technical Publications would particularly appreciate feedback on any errors found in this document and suggestions on how the document could be improved. Submit your comments and suggestions to: Tyco Electronics Wireless Systems Fax your comments to: 1-434-455-6851 Technical Publications or 221 Jefferson Ridge Parkway e-mail us at: techpubs@tycoelectronics.
MM-013994-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 SAFETY CONVENTIONS..................................................................................................................10 2 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ............................................................................................11 2.1 RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES .................................................................................................11 2.2 ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE/COMPATIBILITY....................................
MM-013994-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS 8.8 8.9 8.10 8.11 8.12 8.13 8.14 8.15 8.16 8.17 8.18 8.19 8.20 8.21 8.22 8.23 8.24 8.25 8.26 8.27 4 Page TURNING ON THE RADIO .....................................................................................................39 SYSTEM SELECTION..............................................................................................................40 GROUP/CHANNEL SELECTION......................................................................................
MM-013994-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS 8.28 9 Page PORTABLE DATA....................................................................................................................60 8.28.1 Displays .........................................................................................................................60 8.28.2 DATA OFF Operation...................................................................................................60 8.28.3 DATA ON Operation .........................................
MM-013994-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS 10.9 10.10 10.11 10.12 10.13 10.14 10.15 10.16 10.17 10.18 10.19 10.20 10.21 10.22 10.23 10.24 10.25 6 Page 10.8.1 GROUP/CHANNEL SELECTION...............................................................................89 MODIFY SCAN LIST ...............................................................................................................89 10.9.1 P7370 Model...................................................................................................
MM-013994-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 10.25.4 Exiting Data Calls........................................................................................................109 10.25.5 Scan Lockout Mode.....................................................................................................109 10.25.6 Data Lockout Mode .....................................................................................................109 10.26 GROUP CALLS IN P25 MODE .................................................
MM-013994-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Figure 9-9: Backlight Menu Item Parameter ................................................................................................. 73 Figure 9-10: Backlight Menu Display............................................................................................................ 73 Figure 10-1: Top View................................................................................................................................... 80 Figure 10-2: Side View .....
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MM-013994-001 1 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/A-COM, Inc. assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these standards.
MM-013994-001 2 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION The M/A-COM P7300 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.
MM-013994-001 • As noted in Table 2-1, ALWAYS keep the device and its antenna AT LEAST 1.1 cm (0.43 inches) from the body and at least 2.5 cm (1.0 inch) from the face when transmitting to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. However, to provide the best sound quality to the recipients of your transmission, M/A-COM recommends you hold the microphone at least 5 cm (2 inches) from mouth, and slightly off to one side.
MM-013994-001 3 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.
MM-013994-001 3.1.3 3.1.4 Aircraft • Always turn off a portable radio before boarding any aircraft! • Use it on the ground only with crew permission. • DO NOT use while in-flight!! Electric Blasting Caps To prevent accidental detonation of electric blasting caps, DO NOT use two-way radios within 1000 feet of blasting operations. Always obey the "Turn Off Two-Way Radios" signs posted where electric blasting caps are being used. (OSHA Standard: 1926.900) 3.1.
MM-013994-001 4 BATTERIES The P7300 series portable radios use rechargeable, recyclable Nickel Cadmium (NiCd), Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH), or Lithium Ion (Li Ion) batteries. Please follow the directions below to maximize the useful life of each type of battery. Do not disassemble or modify Lithium Ion battery packs. The Lithium Ion battery packs are equipped with built-in safety and protection features.
MM-013994-001 Always use M/A-COM authorized chargers and conditioners. Use of unauthorized chargers and conditioners may void the warranty. CAUTION 4.1.3 Additional Information For more information regarding the proper care of portable radio batteries or establishing a battery maintenance program, refer to ECR-7367 which may be ordered by calling toll free 1-800-368-3277, then select option 7. 4.2 CHARGING BATTERY PACKS Battery chargers are available from M/A-COM with nominal charge times.
MM-013994-001 Do not leave any M/A-COM rechargeable batteries in a charger for more than a few days. 4.4 CHANGING THE BATTERY PACK 4.4.1 Removing the Battery Pack Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF. CAUTION Although the P7300 has been designed to tolerate changing the battery pack without turning power off, M/A-COM, Inc. recommends turning the radio off before changing battery packs to ensure safety and best operation. 1.
MM-013994-001 4.4.2 Attaching the Battery Pack Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF. 1. Align the tabs at each side on the bottom of the battery pack with the slots at the bottom of the battery cavity . 2. Push the top of the battery pack down until the latches click to attach the battery to the radio. 3. Tug gently to verify that the latches are secure and the battery pack is properly attached to the radio. Figure 4-2: Attaching the Battery Pack 4.
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MM-013994-001 5 INTRODUCTION The P7300 series portable radio is available in two models: the P7350 Scan model with a limited 6-button front-mounted keypad and the P7370 System model with a 15-button DTMF front-mounted keypad. The UHF P7300 portable radio delivers end-to-end encrypted digital voice and IP data communications.
MM-013994-001 6 OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES Table 6-1 lists the Options and Accessories tested for use with the P7300 series portable radios. 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. Always use M/A-COM authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker/mics, etc).
MM-013994-001 DESCRIPTION Throat Mic with Acoustic Tube, Body PTT, and Ring PTT Breeze Headset with PTT and Pigtail Jack Hurricane Headset with PTT Hurricane Headset with PTT and Pigtail Jack CARRYING CASE ACCESSORIES P7300 Black Nylon Case with Belt Loop Kit, consists of: P7300 Black Nylon Case with Retaining Strap and Leather Belt Loop P7300 Orange Nylon Case with Belt Loop Kit, consists of: P7300 Orange Nylon Case with Retaining Strap and Leather Belt Loop P7300 Leather Case with Belt Loop Kit, consists
MM-013994-001 7 USER INTERFACE This section describes the primary user interface; the buttons, knob controls, indicators, and display. Figure 7-1: P7300 Portable Radio 7.1 CONTROLS 7.1.1 Buttons and Knobs The P7300 portable radios feature two rotary control knobs, an emergency button, and a dual-position A/B switch located on the top of the radio (Figure 7-2). The Push-To-Talk (PTT) button and two option buttons are located on the side (Figure 7-3).
MM-013994-001 Figure 7-2: Top View Figure 7-3: Side View The functions of the button and knob controls vary depending on the mode of operation. The primary functions of the button and knob controls when in the EDACS mode of operation are listed in the following paragraphs. The functions while in other modes are discussed in the specific sections.
MM-013994-001 POWER ON-OFF/VOLUME KNOB Applies power to the radio and adjusts audio volume. Rotating 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).
MM-013994-001 Figure 7-4: P7350 “Scan” Model Front Panel Figure 7-5: P7370 “System” Model Front Panel Alpha-numeric character entry is the secondary function of most of the P7300 keypad keys in the EDACS mode of operation. In addition, the (*) and (#) keys are also available. The primary and secondary functions of each key, where applicable, are described in Table 7-1 and the following section.
MM-013994-001 KEY FUNCTION Primary function: Status key. Access to the status list (0-9). The Status key permits the transmission of a pre-programmed status message to an EDACS site. Primary function: Message key. Access to the message list (0-9). The Message key permits the transmission of a pre-programmed message to an EDACS site. Primary function: Deletes selected groups or channels of the currently selected system from the Scan list.
MM-013994-001 EDACS and Conventional icons will be discussed in the EDACS or Conventional Operation sections, and P25 icons will be discussed in the P25 Operation section. Table 7-2: Status Icons Descriptions STATUS ICON DESCRIPTIONS EDACS, CONVENTIONAL, AND P25 ICONS Steady – “Busy” transmitting or receiving. Appears in the 2nd position of the display. Steady – special call mode (telephone). Appears in the 11th position of the display. Steady – during all radio transmissions.
MM-013994-001 Figure 7-7: Full Cycle Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicators illustrate approximate level only, based on battery voltage. Refer to Figure 7-7. Figure 7-8: Tri-Color LED 7.1.4 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 7-2). In addition, the mode of operation may also help determine what the color of the LED represents. In EDACS, Conventional, or P25 modes 7.
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MM-013994-001 8 8.1 EDACS OPERATION CONTROLS The radio features two rotary control knobs and an emergency button mounted on the top of the radio. Push-To-Talk and option buttons are mounted on the side. The front mounted keypad has six buttons on the P7350 Scan model and 15 buttons on the P7370 System Radio. 8.1.1 Buttons and Knobs This section describes the primary function of the button and knob controls (see Figure 7-2 and Figure 7-3).
MM-013994-001 8.1.2 Keypad The keys on the keypad have special functions and are labeled using a symbol or abbreviated word describing its primary function. Alpha-numeric entry is a secondary function of the keys. Each key is described in the following subsections. Figure 8-1: P7350 “Scan” Radio Front Panel Table 8-1: P7350 Keypad Functions KEY FUNCTION Primary Function: Accesses the pre-stored menu.
MM-013994-001 Figure 8-2: P7370 “System” Radio Front Panel Table 8-2: P7370 Keypad Functions KEY FUNCTION Primary Function: Accesses the pre-stored menu. Secondary Function: Activates a selected item within the menu. This is similar to an “Enter” key. Primary Function: Allows the user to scroll through available systems, groups, or channels, depending on personality programming. Secondary Function: Changes the selection for an item within a list.
MM-013994-001 KEY FUNCTION Initiates telephone interconnect calls. Initiates individual unit-to-unit calls.
MM-013994-001 8.2 DISPLAY The radio Display is made up of 3 lines (see Figure 8-3). 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. All three lines are used to display menu options when in the menu mode. If programmed, the display backlighting will illuminate upon power up or when radio controls are operated.
MM-013994-001 8.3 RADIO STATUS ICONS Status Icons indicate the various operating characteristics of the radio. The icons show operating modes and conditions and appear on the third line of the display (see Table 8-3). Table 8-3: Status Icon Descriptions nd Steady – “Busy” transmitting or receiving. Appears in the 2 position of the display. Flashing – call queued th Steady – special call mode (individual or telephone). Appears in the 11 position of the display.
MM-013994-001 Figure 8-4: Full Cycle Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicators illustrate approximate level only, based on battery voltage. Refer to Figure 8-4. 8.4 TRI-COLOR LED Figure 8-5: 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 8-5). The colors of the LED and the status they represent while operating in EDACS and P25 modes are defined below. 8.
MM-013994-001 MESSAGE 8.6 NAME DESCRIPTION CC SCAN Control Indicates the control channel is lost and the radio has entered the Control Channel Scan Channel Scan mode to search for the control channel (usually out of range indication). WA SCAN Wide Area Scan Indicates the radio has entered the Wide Area Scan mode to search for a new system (if enabled through programming). SYSC ON System Scan Features On Indicates the System Scan features are enabled.
MM-013994-001 8.7 ALERT TONES The P7300 radio provides audible Alert Tones or “beeps” to indicate the various operating conditions (see Table 8-4).
MM-013994-001 8.9 SYSTEM SELECTION METHOD 1: From the control knob: If system selection is programmed to the Voice Group Selection control knob, select a system by turning the knob to the desired system number position (1-16). The display registers the new system name on line one. The button can be programmed to provide access to a “2nd bank” of 16 system number positions (17-32).
MM-013994-001 8.11 MODIFY SCAN LIST 8.11.1 P7370 Model 1. Press to toggle scan OFF and verify is not displayed. 2. Select group or channel. 3. Press once to remove group or channel from list. 4. Press once to add as a normal group or channel. 5. Press twice to add as a Priority 2 group. 6. Press three times to add as a Priority 1 group. 7. Press to re-start scanning. 8.11.2 P7350 Model 1. Press to toggle scan OFF and verify is not displayed. 2. Select group or channel. 8.12 3.
MM-013994-001 5. Once the desired setting is reached press level. to store the value and return the menu option selection or For menu items that display radio information, pressing informational displays. Possible menu items are listed in Table 8-5. 8.12.1 will scroll through a list of Menu Item Selection Process An example of the backlight menu item selection process and menu item parameter change is shown in Figure 8-7. 1. Press . The menu mode is entered. 2.
MM-013994-001 Table 8-5: Menu Item Information FEATURE Keypad Lock Backlight Adjust Contrast Adjust Transmit Power Select Radio Revision Information Toggle Scan On/Off Toggle Private Mode Display Current Encryption Key Display Current Home Group/Channel Select Desired System Add Group/Channel to Scan List Delete Group/Channel Add/Delete Scan List Select Telephone Numbers From Phone List Data Operation Select Individual Call from IC List Select Group Feature Encryption Display System Scan Enable DISPLA
MM-013994-001 Table 8-6: Information Display RADIO ID XXXXXXXX LID in EDACS/EA In CONV it has no meaning. RAM SIZ RAM Size FLSH SIZ Flash Size RF BAND Frequency Band PERS VER Software Version DSP DATE Date DSP code was built. DSP TIME Time DSP code was built. DSP FEAT DSP VER The DSP Features supported by the DSP code, in Hexadecimal.
MM-013994-001 8.15 DECLARING AN EMERGENCY 1. Press and hold the red Emergency/Home button (the length of time is programmable; check with the system administrator). 2. *TXEMER* will flash in the display, plus transmit icon and will be displayed. After 2-3 seconds the will turn off. 3. *TXEMER* and will remain until the emergency is cleared. See Section 8.21 for additional emergency operation. 4. Press the PTT and will reappear. 5. Release PTT when the transmission is complete. 8.
MM-013994-001 8.18.1 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. Clear mode transmissions can be monitored easily by unauthorized persons. Groups or channels programmed for clear operation cannot transmit or receive digital or private messages. 8.18.2 Digital Mode The Digital Mode allows the radio to transmit and receive digitized voice signals.
MM-013994-001 8.18.3.1 Displaying the Currently Used Cryptographic Key Number To Display the Currently Used Cryptographic Key Number for either the system encryption key (for special call such as individual, phone, all, agency or fleet) or the group/channel key (for group or conventional calls), perform the following procedure: 1. Press the 2. Use the button. or button to select "DISP KEY." or button to toggle between displaying the system key (Figure 8-9) or the 3.
MM-013994-001 3. If the last state of the radio was Private Mode, the Private Mode will be enabled on power up. Also, the Private Mode will be enabled if forced operation has been programmed in the radio. 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.
MM-013994-001 8.19.1 Turning Scan On and Off 1. Toggle Scan operation ON by pressing clockwise to indicate radio is scanning. (P7350 model) or 2. Toggle Scan operation OFF by again pressing disappear. (P7370 model). (P7350 model) or icon rotates (P7370 model). will • If the radio scans to a group other than the selected group then receives a call on the selected group, the radio will switch to the selected group.
MM-013994-001 P7370 Model Radio 1. With scan operation turned OFF, select the desired group to add to the selected trunked system group scan list. . The current priority status of the group will be displayed in column 10 of line three for a 2. Press time-out period. If the group is not part of the scan list the status will be blank. 3. While the status is displayed, press 4. Press to add the group to the scan list. a second time to set the group to Priority 2. A is displayed on line three.
MM-013994-001 8.19.4 Nuisance Delete A group can also be deleted from the scan list, if it is not the currently selected group, by pressing the key (P7350 model) or the key (P7370 model) during scan operation while the radio is displaying the unwanted group. The group will be deleted from the system's group scan list in the same manner as if done using the steps above. Deletions done in this manner will not remain deleted if the radio is powered OFF and then powered ON. 8.
MM-013994-001 8.20.2.2 When ProScan is Enabled The radio monitors the priority system and will switch to the priority system if the pre-preogrammed criteria ProScan options 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, set in RPM, (refer to RPM On-Line Help). See Section 8.20.3 for more information on ProScan. 8.20.
MM-013994-001 8.22 INDIVIDUAL CALLS 8.22.1 Receiving and Responding to an Individual Call When the radio receives an individual call (a call directed only to the user's radio), it un-mutes on the assigned working channel and displays . The first line on the display shows the logical ID number of the unit sending the message, or the associated name if the ID number is found in the individual call list. The radio can be programmed to ring when an individual call is received.
MM-013994-001 Figure 8-12: WHC Individual Call Display Pressing the PTT will initiate an individual call to the displayed logical ID. Powering the radio OFF and ON will clear this list. 8.22.2 Sending an Individual Call 8.22.2.1 Pre-Stored Individual Calls The following procedures describe how to initiate and complete a Pre-Stored Individual Call. P7370 Model Radio 1. To select a pre-stored individual phone number, enter the individual call mode using the displayed.
MM-013994-001 Figure 8-13: Calls Received and Personality Lists The saved call list shows all ten storage locations. If no calls have been received, the saved call list will be empty and the pre-stored list will be available upon entering the individual call mode. key toggles the time stamp ON and OFF. The time stamp When in the saved call list, pressing the indicates how long ago the call was received. When in the pre-stored list pressing the key toggles the Logical IDentification (LID) ON and OFF. 8.
MM-013994-001 In half-duplex mode, only one person may talk at a time. The radio PTT button needs to be pressed in order to communicate to the individual called and released for the individual called to be heard. 8.23.2.2 Direct Dialing of Phone Calls (P7370 Model Only) 1. If the phone number is not stored in the pre-stored list of phone numbers, but the phone number is key, then enter the known, it can be entered directly from the keypad. Start by pressing the required number from the keypad.
MM-013994-001 P7370 Model Radio 1. Follow the procedure in Section 8.23.2 to establish a connection to the telephone system or consult the system administrator for the procedure to access a dial tone on the trunked or conventional system. 2. Overdial numbers are transmitted using one of the following methods: METHOD 1: button. 1. Enter the overdial selection mode by pressing the 2. Use the or buttons to scroll through the list of stored numbers. is displayed.
MM-013994-001 3. Enter the desired number. If necessary, a pause can be entered by pressing and holding 0-9, , or until an underscore appears in the display (telephone interconnect only). The individual call list entries will accept up to 5 digits. The phone call list entries accept a combination of up to 31 digits and pauses. 4. Press and hold the key until the display changes indicating that the number has been stored.
MM-013994-001 8.25.2 Message Operation The following method can be used to transmit a Message using the Message Operation. 1. Press the key. 2. Press the corresponding pre-programmed 0 through 9 pre-programmed “message” key. If no message has been programmed for the selected number key, the radio will display NO ENTRY. A valid selection will permit the message to appear in the top line of the display and the message ID to appear in the second line of the display for a pre-programmed time.
MM-013994-001 8.28 PORTABLE DATA The P7300 series portable radios, when operating in the EDACS Trunked configuration, permit both voice and data calls to be transmitted and received. The radio can handle only one type of call at a time; however, either data or voice is selected transparently by the operator through normal usage of the radio. Data communications is not supported in conventional mode. The radios can be connected to a Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) or to a host computer.
MM-013994-001 8.28.5 Scan Lockout Mode Following the transmission or reception of a data call, if scan is enabled, scanning will stop temporarily. There are two independent pre-programmed times associated with this mode; one after a received data call and one after a transmitted data call. During this time the scan indicator will flash to indicate that scan is enabled but temporarily suspended.
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MM-013994-001 9 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION The radio functions in the conventional mode when using conventional communications channels (nontrunked). 9.1 CONTROLS The radio features two rotary control knobs and an emergency button mounted on the top of the radio. Push-To-Talk and option buttons are mounted on the side. The front mounted keypad has six buttons on the P7350 Scan model and 15 buttons on the P7370 System model.
MM-013994-001 9.1.1 Buttons and Knobs This section describes the primary function of the button and knob controls. Refer to Figure 9-1 and Figure 9-2. POWER ON-OFF VOLUME KNOB Applies power to and adjusts the receiver’s volume. Rotating 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.
MM-013994-001 9.1.2 Keypad The keys on the keypad have special functions and are labeled using a symbol or abbreviated word describing its primary function. Numeric entry is a secondary function of the keys. Each key is described in the following subsections. Figure 9-3: P7350 “Scan” Radio Front Panel KEY FUNCTION Primary Function: Allows the user to scroll through available systems, groups, or channels, depending on personality programming.
MM-013994-001 Figure 9-4: P7370 “System” Radio Front Panel KEY FUNCTION Primary Function: Allows the user to scroll through available systems, groups, or channels, depending on personality programming. Secondary Function: Changes the selection for an item within a list. Primary Function: Accesses the pre-stored menu. Secondary Function: Activates a selected item within a list. This is similar to an “Enter” key. Primary Function: Refer to the separate key definitions within this table.
MM-013994-001 9.2 DISPLAY The radio display is made up of 3 lines (see Figure 9-5). Lines 1 and 2 contain eight alphanumeric character blocks and are used primarily to display system or group/channel names. Line 1 also displays radio status messages. The 3rd line is used primarily to display radio status icons. All three lines are used to display menu options when in the menu mode. If programmed, the display backlighting will illuminate upon power up or when radio controls are operated.
MM-013994-001 STATUS ICON DESCRIPTIONS Steady – priority 2 group or channel. Appears in the 10th position of the display. Steady – priority 1 group or channel. Appears in the 10th position of the display. Steady (rotates clockwise) – scan mode enabled. Appears in the 9th position of the display. If icon is not visible – scan is disabled Steady – Channel Guard enabled. Appears in the 4th position of the display.
MM-013994-001 9.4 STATUS MESSAGES During radio operation, various radio Status Messages can be displayed. The messages are described below. MESSAGE NAME DESCRIPTION TALKARND Talkaround Indicates the radio is operating on conventional channels in talkaround mode (no repeater). LOW BATT Low Battery Battery voltage has dropped to the point to where the radio is no longer able to transmit.
MM-013994-001 3. Adjust the POWER ON-OFF/VOLUME knob to the desired volume level. 4. Select the desired system, group/channel. The display indicates the current system and group/channel names. 5. The radio is now ready to transmit and receive calls. 9.7 SYSTEM SELECTION METHOD 1: From the control knob: If system selection is programmed to the Voice Group Selection control knob, select a system by turning the knob to the desired number position (1-16).
MM-013994-001 METHOD 2: From the keypad: If group selection is programmed as the primary function of and , select a group by pressing or to scroll through the list. The display registers the new group name on line two. METHOD 3: to enter the group select mode. (P7370 model radios only) Direct Access: Press Press the numeric key mapped to the desired group. Press . The radio will move to the selected group. 9.9 MODIFY SCAN LIST 9.9.1 P7370 Model 1.
MM-013994-001 2. Upon entering the menu selection mode, Menu options will appear in the display (see Figure 9-8). Figure 9-8: Menu Display 3. The radio will continue to receive and transmit normally while in the menu function. or 4. To scroll through the menu options use the found align the cursor with the option then press shown in the display can now be changed by using values. 5. Once the desired setting is reached press level. keys. When the required menu item has been to select it.
MM-013994-001 The TX POWER menu item, when selected, toggles LOW/HIGH power. It does not use or to scroll nor is an additional press of the button required. Table 9-3: Menu Item Information FEATURE DISPLAY PARAMETER SETTING COMMENT Keypad Lock Menu Item: KEY LOCK Once Selected: LOCKED Locked Unlocked Locks the keypad. To unlock; press and release then within 1 second press the option button (NOTE: this sequence is also a short cut to locking the keypad.
MM-013994-001 Table 9-4: Information Display RADIO ID XXXXXXXX LID in EDACS/EA. In CONV it has no meaning. RAM SIZ RAM Size FLSH SIZ Flash Size RF BAND Frequency Band PERS VER Software Version DSP DATE Date DSP code was built. DSP TIME Time DSP code was built. DSP FEAT DSP VER The DSP Features supported by the DSP code, in Hexadecimal.
MM-013994-001 2. *TXEMER* will flash in the display, plus transmit icon and will be displayed. After 2-3 seconds the will turn off. 3. *TXEMER* and will remain until the emergency is cleared. (Refer to Section 8.21 for more detail concerning emergency operation.) 4. Press the PTT and will reappear. 5. Release PTT when the transmission is complete. 9.15 LOCKING/UNLOCKING KEYPAD 1. Press button. 2. Within 1 second, press the Option button on the side of the radio. 9.
MM-013994-001 9.17.2 Digital Mode The Digital Mode allows the radio to transmit and receive digitized voice signals. Digital signals provide improved weak signal performance and cannot be easily monitored with a standard receiver. Groups and channels programmed for digital operation transmit only digital signals. Individual phone calls (I-Calls) are answered back in the mode in which they were received assuming the call or hang time is still active.
MM-013994-001 2. When the radio receives a call, the radio will unmute and the channel name will appear in the display. 9.19 SENDING A CALL 1. Select desired system/channel. 2. Ensure the channel is not busy by pressing the icon is on, the channel is busy. button momentarily. If audio is heard or if the 3. When you’re sure that the channel is not busy, press the PTT button and speak into the microphone.
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MM-013994-001 10 P25 OPERATION Once a P25 system has been selected from the available systems on your P7300 series portable radio, the characteristics described in the following sections will govern operation. 10.1 CONTROLS The radio features two rotary control knobs and an emergency button mounted on the top of the radio. Push-To-Talk and option buttons are mounted on the side. The front mounted keypad has six buttons on the P7350 Scan model and 15 buttons on the P7370 System Radio.
MM-013994-001 10.1.1 Buttons and Knobs This section describes the primary function of the button and knob controls. Refer to Figure 10-1 and Figure 10-2. POWER ON-OFF VOLUME KNOB Applies power to and adjusts the receiver’s volume. Rotating 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.
MM-013994-001 10.1.2 Keypad The keys on the keypad have special functions and are labeled using a symbol or abbreviated word describing its primary function. Alpha-numeric entry is a secondary function of the keys. Each key is described in the following subsections. Figure 10-3: P7350 “Scan” Radio Front Panel Table 10-1: P7350 Keypad Functions KEY FUNCTION Primary Function: Accesses the pre-stored menu. Secondary Function: Activates a selected item within the menu. This is similar to an “Enter” key.
MM-013994-001 Figure 10-4: P7370 “System” Radio Front Panel Table 10-2: P7370 “System” Keypad Functions KEY FUNCTION Primary Function: Accesses the pre-stored menu. Secondary Function: Activates a selected item within the menu. This is similar to an “Enter” key. Primary Function: Allows the user to scroll through available systems, groups, or channels, depending on personality programming. Secondary Function: Changes the selection for an item within a list.
MM-013994-001 10.2 DISPLAY The radio display is made up of 3 lines (see Figure 10-5). 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. All three lines are used to display menu options when in the menu mode. If programmed, the display backlighting will illuminate upon power up or when radio controls are operated.
MM-013994-001 10.3 RADIO STATUS ICONS Status Icons indicate the various operating characteristics of the radio. The icons show operating modes and conditions and appear on the third line of the display (see Table 10-3). Table 10-3: Display Descriptions nd Steady – “Busy” transmitting or receiving. Appears in the 2 position of the display. Flashing – call queued th Steady – special call mode (individual or telephone). Appears in the 11 position of the display. st Steady – during all radio transmissions.
MM-013994-001 Figure 10-6: Full Cycle Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicators illustrate approximate level only, based on battery voltage. Refer to Figure 10-6. 10.4 TRI-COLOR LED Figure 10-7: 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 10-7). The colors of the LED and the status they represent while operating in EDACS and P25 modes are defined below. 10.
MM-013994-001 MESSAGE NAME DESCRIPTION CC SCAN Control Indicates the control channel is lost and the radio has entered the Control Channel Scan Channel Scan mode to search for the control channel (usually out of range indication). WA SCAN Wide Area Scan Indicates the radio has entered the Wide Area Scan mode to search for a new system (if enabled through programming). SYSC ON System Scan Features On Indicates the System Scan features are enabled.
MM-013994-001 10.6 ALERT TONES The P7300 series radios provide audible Alert Tones or “beeps” to indicate the various operating conditions (see Table 10-4).
MM-013994-001 If system selection is programmed to the Voice Group Selection control knob, direct access to systems will not be available. Pressing or will scroll through different sets of 16 systems each (banks) if more than 16 systems are programmed into the radio. The systems within each bank are then selectable via the Voice Group Selection control knob as described previously in METHOD 1. Example: System: 1 = North 2 = South 3 = East 4 = West Group: 1 = Group 1 2 = Group 2 3 = Group 3 4 = Group 4 1.
MM-013994-001 10.9.2 P7350 Model 1. Press to toggle scan OFF and verify is not displayed. 2. Select group or channel. 10.10 3. Press once to remove group from the list. 4. Press once to add as a normal group. 5. Press twice to add as a Priority 2 group. 6. Press three times to add as a Priority 1 group. 7. Press to re-start scanning. MENU The Menu function accesses features that are not available directly from the keypad.
MM-013994-001 Figure 10-9: Backlight Menu Item Selection Parameter 3. Press . The backlight menu item is activated. Line one shows the active menu item and its current parameter setting. Line two shows the currently selected system or group name (see Figure 10-10). Figure 10-10: Backlight Menu Display 4. The menu item's parameter setting shown in the display can now be changed by using 5. Once the desired setting is reached press level. or .
MM-013994-001 FEATURE DISPLAY PARAMETER SETTING COMMENT Display Current Home Group/Channel HOME N/A Selects Home Group/Channel Select Desired System Add Group/Channel to Scan List Delete Group/Channel Add/Delete Scan List SYS SEL SCAN ADD N/A N/A Selects a new system. Adds to Scan List. SCAN DEL SCAN A/D N/A N/A Deletes Group or Channel from Scan List. Add or Delete from Scan List.
MM-013994-001 10.11 10.12 10.13 BACKLIGHT ON/OFF 1. Press to access the menu. 2. Press or 3. Press to select Backlight menu. 4. Press or 5. Press to select new backlight setting. to scroll through menu until “BCKLGHT” appears. to toggle backlight ON and OFF. CONTRAST ADJUST 1. Press to access the menu. 2. Press or 3. Press to select Contrast menu. 4. Press or 5. Press to select new contrast setting. to scroll through menu until “CONTRAST” appears.
MM-013994-001 2. Using the display. 3. Press or keys, scroll until the cursor (>) appears to the left of “TX POWER” in the again to toggle between High and Low power. 4. “POWER = HIGH” or “POWER = LOW” will appear momentarily on the top line of the display. 10.15.2 Using the Pre-Programmed Option Button Press the Option button. “POWER = HIGH” or “POWER = LOW” will appear momentarily on the top line of the display. 10.
MM-013994-001 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. Cryptographic keys are transferred to the radio using a cryptographic Keyloader. Up to seven (7) different cryptographic keys, numbered 1-7, can be transferred from a Keyloader and stored in the radio. An individual key is automatically selected on a per-group basis according to the radio programming.
MM-013994-001 10.16.4 Private Operation 10.16.4.1 Receiving an Encrypted Call When receiving, the radio automatically switches between clear or private operation. If the transmission being received is an encrypted transmission, it will be decrypted, the icon is displayed, the receiver will unsquelch and the message will be heard in the speaker. For this to occur, the selected group or channel must be programmed for private operation and the correct cryptographic key must be loaded into the radio. 10.16.4.
MM-013994-001 The voice coding technology embodied in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights, and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. The user of this technology is explicitly prohibited from attempting to de-compile, reverse engineer, or to disassemble the Object Code, or in any other way convert the Object Code into a human-readable form. 10.
MM-013994-001 5. 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.
MM-013994-001 10.17.3 Deleting Groups from a Scan List P7350 Model Radio 1. With scan operation turned OFF, select the desired group to delete from the selected trunked system group scan list. 2. Press . The current status of the group is displayed for a time-out period. until the group from the scan list is "blank." The 3. While the current status is displayed, press sequence is "blank", , , ,"blank.
MM-013994-001 10.18.2 Priority System Scan The radio can also be programmed for Priority System Scan. The priority system is the desired or preferred system. While receiving the control channel of the selected system, the radio will periodically leave the selected system and search for the control channel of the priority system. This is done at a programmable rate defined by the value in the Priority Scan Time control (unless the ProScan™ algorithm is enabled, as explained in the following sections).
MM-013994-001 10.19.2 Declaring an Emergency Call Perform the following steps to send an emergency call to a selected system and group (or on an optionally pre-programmed group). 1. Press and hold the red EMERGENCY button that is on top of the radio in front of the antenna for approximately one second (this time is programmable and therefore could be longer or shorter; check with the system administrator).
MM-013994-001 Figure 10-13: Calls Received Lists To access the Calls Received List, press the key twice. Use the or buttons to scroll through the list. Pressing the key will display the time elapsed since the call was received. After pressing the display will appear similar to Figure 10-14. Figure 10-14: WHC Individual Call Display Pressing the PTT will initiate an individual call to the displayed logical ID. Powering the radio OFF and ON will clear this list. 10.20.2 Sending an Individual Call 10.20.2.
MM-013994-001 3. Press the PTT button; when the radio is clear to transmit turns ON, turns OFF and the channel access tone sounds. Line one shows the called individual's name or LID. The message *INDV* displays on line two. 10.20.2.2 Direct Dial Individual Calls (P7370 Model Only) 1. The following procedure describes how to initiate and complete a Direct Dial Individual Call. 2.
MM-013994-001 10.21.2 Sending a Telephone Interconnect Call 10.21.2.1 Pre-Stored Number Use the following procedures to initiate and complete a Telephone Interconnect call. key. Use the or key. Use the P7350 Model: To select a previously stored phone number, press the buttons to select the menu option PHN CALL. Press the key again then use the buttons to scroll through the list of pre-stored numbers. or or 1.
MM-013994-001 Overdial operation can also be used to initiate a telephone interconnect call via DTMF signaling if a dial tone has already been accessed on the system. This method makes a telephone interconnect call while operating in the conventional mode but will also function in trunked mode if a dial tone is directly accessible. Telephone numbers and other number sequences for overdialing can be stored in the phone list when programming the radio.
MM-013994-001 METHOD 2: (P7370 model radios only) button. 1. Enter the overdial selection mode by pressing the 2. Press and hold the PTT button while entering the overdial number sequence from the keypad. This method sends DTMF tones during individual, telephone interconnect, trunked group, or conventional channel calls. Press the PTT to send the overdial sequence once.
MM-013994-001 10.23.1 Status Operation P7370 Model Radio One of two methods can be used to transmit a status condition. METHOD 1: key, then use the or buttons to scroll to the pre-programmed 1. Press the status condition. STATUS and 0 through 9 pre-programmed status selections are available from the menu. 2. If STATUS is selected, you need to enter the number of the status condition you intend to transmit. If no status has been programmed for the selected number key, the radio will display NO ENTRY.
MM-013994-001 10.24 MACRO KEY OPERATION Macro key operation permits the user to accomplish a series of keystrokes with a single "macro" keystroke. Each Macro Key is capable of executing up to twenty (20) keystrokes, to any push button input (i.e., keypad keys, OPTION buttons, etc.). Each macro key can be pre-programmed to activate when pressed or when released. A macro key may also be pre-programmed to change the key stroke sequence the next time the macro key is activated.
MM-013994-001 10.25.4 Exiting Data Calls 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 operations occurs, the data call is immediately terminated and the radio performs the desired function: • If the PTT is activated. • If an Emergency is declared by pressing the pre-programmed emergency button. • If a group or system is changed. 10.25.
MM-013994-001 10.26.2 Receiving a Group Call 1. The radio will unmute according to the squelch mode defined in the radio personality (monitor, normal, selective). 2. Select the desired P25 system and Talk Group/Channel or turn scan on and make sure the desired channel is in the scan list. 3. When the radio receives a P25 call, the radio will unmute and the channel name will appear in the display. 4. Press the PTT button to respond. 10.27 INDIVIDUAL CALLS IN P25 MODE 10.27.
MM-013994-001 3. While the PTT is NOT pressed, the mic will be open and the radio will broadcast an approximately 2 second transmission (e.g., background noise) which will be repeated at 10-30 second intervals. 4. Press the PTT to stop the short transmissions. 5. To send a voice message, press the PTT and speak into the microphone. 6. To clear an emergency from the transmitting radio, perform one of the following steps: • Change systems. • Change channels (if not prohibited by programming).
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MM-013994-001 11 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE The Technical Assistance Center's (TAC) resources are available to help with overall system operation, maintenance, upgrades and product support. TAC is the point of contact when answers are needed to technical questions. Product specialists, with detailed knowledge of product operation, maintenance and repair provide technical support via a toll-free (in North America) telephone number. Support is also available through mail, fax and e-mail.
MM-013994-001 12 BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING Use Table 12-1 as a troubleshooting guide if the radio is not functioning properly. If additional assistance is required, contact a qualified service technician or call M/A-COM at 1-800-528-7711. Table 12-1: Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Radio will not turn on Low battery charge Change the battery pack to a fully charged pack. No Audio Speaker volume is muted. Increase the volume level.
MM-013994-001 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.
MM-013994-001 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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P7300 Product Safety Manual MM-013995-001 Oct/08 This booklet contains important safety information regarding specific absorption rate (SAR) and RF exposure limits included in United States and international standards. Read the information in this booklet before operating your radio.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 2 2.1 2.2 3 3.1 4 5 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 6 7 8 Page SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS ............................ 4 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ......................... 5 RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES.......................................... 5 ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE/ COMPATIBILITY.............................................................. 6 OPERATING TIPS........................................................... 6 EFFICIENT RADIO OPERATION....................................
1 SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used 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 warnings elsewhere violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the product. M/A-COM, Inc. assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these standards.
2 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION The M/A-COM P7300 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 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. • As noted in Table 2-1, ALWAYS keep the device and its antenna AT LEAST 1.1 cm (0.43 inches) from the body and at least 2.5 cm (1.
Vehicular operation can be aided with the use of an externally mounted antenna. Battery condition is another important factor in the trouble free operation of a portable radio. Always properly charge the batteries. 3.1 EFFICIENT RADIO OPERATION For optimum audio clarity at the receiving radio, hold the portable radio approximately three inches from your mouth and speak into the microphone at a normal voice level. Keep the antenna in a vertical position when receiving or transmitting a message.
3.1.3 Aircraft Always turn off a portable radio before boarding any aircraft! 3.1.4 • Use it on the ground only with crew permission. • DO NOT use while in-flight!! Electric Blasting Caps To prevent accidental detonation of electric blasting caps, DO NOT use two-way radios within 1000 feet of blasting operations. Always obey the "Turn Off Two-Way Radios" signs posted where electric blasting caps are being used. (OSHA Standard: 1926.900) 3.1.
4 OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES A complete list of Options and Accessories approved for use with the P7300 portable radio can be found online in the Operator’s Manual MM-013994-001 at www.macom-wireless.com. Also reference the maintenance manual or M/A-COM’s Products and Services Catalog for all available options and accessories, including those items that do not adversely affect the RF energy exposure. Always use M/A-COM authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker/mics, etc).
(weeks, months, or longer). Conditioning requires fully charging and fully discharging the battery pack three (3) times using the tri-chemistry charger. The first time the battery pack is put into the charger, this unit will condition Nickel-based battery packs by automatically charging and discharging (cycling) the battery. Refer to the appropriate charger manual for details. Failure to properly condition NiMH battery packs before initial use will result in shortened performance by the battery. CAUTION 5.
5.5 BATTERY DISPOSAL In no instance should a battery pack be incinerated. Disposing of a battery pack by burning will cause an explosion. CAUTION RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK DISPOSAL – The product you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery pack. The battery pack is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery pack into the municipal waste stream.
7 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.
8 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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