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MM-014763-001, Rev. G MANUAL REVISION HISTORY REV. DATE REASON FOR CHANGE F Jun/10 Revised introduction, antenna part numbers and antenna installation procedures, specifications, catalog and part number tables, and cable installation procedures. Added HHC-731 hand-held controller. G Apr/11 Revised specifications, antenna part numbers and the respective MPE distance data, and HHC-731 installation kits. Added UHF radios and mobile data connection section.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page 1 REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION .................................................................................... 7 1.1 SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS ................................................................................................. 7 1.2 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................ 7 1.2.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page 8 FRONT-MOUNT RADIO INSTALLATION ........................................................................................... 57 8.1 MOUNTING THE FRONT-MOUNT RADIO ................................................................................... 57 8.1.1 Mounting Bracket Installation .............................................................................................. 59 8.1.2 Inserting the Radio into the Mounting Bracket ....................
MM-014763-001, Rev. G TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued) Section Page 14 MOBILE DATA CONNECTION ............................................................................................................ 105 15 INITIAL POWER-UP TEST ................................................................................................................... 106 16 PERFORMANCE TESTS ........................................................................................................................ 107 16.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G LIST OF FIGURES Page Figure 5-1: M7300 Front-Mount and Remote-Mount Mobile Radios — Front and Rear Views ........................ 43 Figure 6-1: Recommended VHF Antenna Mounting Locations with Antenna Part Numbers ............................ 46 Figure 6-2: Recommended Low-Split UHF Antenna Mounting Locations with Antenna Part Numbers ........... 47 Figure 6-3: Recommended High-Split UHF Antenna Mounting Locations with Antenna Part Numbers ...........
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 1 REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION 1.1 SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used in this manual to alert the user to general safety precautions that must be observed during all phases of operation, installation, 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.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G both workers and the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins of protection. All two-way radios marketed in North America are designed, manufactured, and tested to ensure they meet government-established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also recommend specific operating instructions to users of two-way radios.
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MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 1-4: Recommended Minimum Safe Lateral Distance from a Transmitting Antenna Connected to a 700/800 MHz M7300 Mobile Radio [“M7300 (700/800 MHz)”] RECOMMENDED MINIMUM LATERAL HUMAN BODY DISTANCE FROM TRANSMITTING ANTENNA ANTENNA PART NUMBER ANTENNA DESCRIPTION AN-125001-006 (mount) with AN-225001-001 (element) 700/800 MHz GPS Combo Rooftop-Mount; 3 dBd / 5.
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MM-014763-001, Rev. G 1.3.2 Approved Accessories The radio has been tested and meets FCC RF guidelines when used with accessories supplied or designated for use with it. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, and may violate FCC regulations. For a list of approved accessories refer to Section 5 in this manual (begins on page 32) and/or the Products and Services Catalog. 1.3.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G • Electric Blasting Caps — To prevent accidental detonation of electric blasting caps, DO NOT use two-way radios within 1000 feet (305 meters) of blasting operations. Always obey the “Turn Off Two-Way Radios” (or equivalent) signs posted where electric blasting caps are being used. (OSHA Standard: 1926.900).
MM-014763-001, Rev. G these rules helps eliminate confusion, assures the most efficient use of the existing radio channels, and results in a smoothly functioning radio network. When using a two-way radio, remember these rules: • It is a violation of FCC rules to interrupt any distress or emergency message. The radio operates in much the same way as a telephone “party line.” Therefore, always listen to make sure the channel is clear before transmitting. Emergency calls have priority over all other messages.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 2 Marine Frequencies Refer to Table 2-1: Marine Frequencies for a list of maritime frequencies per United States Coast Guard (USCG), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and Canadian Department Fisheries and Oceans, August 2009: • United States (US) • International (Intl) • Canada (CA) Table 2-1: Marine Frequencies CHANNEL US INTL 1 CA 1 1a CHANNEL USAGE T: 156.05 R: 160.65 T: 160.65 R: 156.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 2-1: Marine Frequencies CHANNEL US INTL CA FREQUENCY SHIP SHORE (MHZ) (MHZ) CHANNEL USAGE 11 11 11 T/R: 156.55 T/R: 156.55 US: Commercial. VTS in selected areas. International: Port Operations Canada: VTS - British Columbia coast area. Also used for pilotage purposes. 12 12 12 T/R: 156.60 T/R: 156.60 US: Port Operations. VTS in selected areas. International: Port Operations Canada: VTS - British Columbia coast area. Also used for pilotage purposes.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 2-1: Marine Frequencies CHANNEL US INTL 21a CA 23 CHANNEL USAGE 21a T/R: 157.05 T/R: 157.05 21b -- T/R: 161.65 T: 157.10 R: 161.70 T: 161.70 R: 157.10 International: Public Correspondence, Port Operations 22a T/R: 157.10 T/R: 157.10 US: Coast Guard Liaison and Maritime Safety Information Broadcasts. Broadcasts announced on channel 16. Canada: For communications between Canadian Coast Guard and nonCanadian Coast Guard stations only. 23 T: 157.15 R: 161.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 2-1: Marine Frequencies CHANNEL US INTL 63a 64 64a CA T/R: 156.175 T/R: 156.175 US: Port Operations and Commercial, VTS. New Orleans/Lower Mississippi area. Canada: Tow Boats - British Columbia coast area. 64 T: 156.225 R: 160.825 T: 160.825 R: 156.225 International: Public Correspondence, Port Operations 64a T/R: 156.225 T/R: 156.225 Canada: Commercial fishing only. T: 156.275 R: 160.875 T: 160.875 R: 156.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 2-1: Marine Frequencies CHANNEL US INTL CA FREQUENCY SHIP SHORE (MHZ) (MHZ) CHANNEL USAGE 73 73 73 T/R: 156.675 T/R: 156.675 US: Port Operations International: Intership, Port Operations Canada: May also be used for communications with aircraft engaged in coordinated search and rescue and antipollution operations. Commercial fishing only in east coast and inland Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta areas. 74 74 74 T/R: 156.725 T/R: 156.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 2-1: Marine Frequencies CHANNEL US INTL FREQUENCY SHIP SHORE (MHZ) (MHZ) CA 83b -- T/R: 161.775 CHANNEL USAGE 84 84 84 T: 157.225 R: 161.825 T: 161.825 R: 157.225 US: Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) International: Public Correspondence, Port Operations 85 85 85 T: 157.275 R: 161.875 T: 161.875 R: 157.275 US: Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) International: Public Correspondence, Port Operations 86 86 86 T: 157.325 R: 161.925 T: 161.925 R: 157.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 3 SPECIFICATIONS1 3.1 GENERAL Dimensions, Front-Mount Mobile Radio: (Height x Width x Depth) Dimensions, Remote-Mount Mobile Radio: (Height x Width x Depth) Dimensions, CH-721 Control Head: (Height x Width x Depth) 2.4 x 6.9 x 11.3 inches (6.1 x 17.5 x 28.7 centimeters) (Includes knobs but not space required for mounting bracket and cables at rear of radio) 2.0 x 6.9 x 9.2 inches (5.1 x 17.5 x 23.
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MM-014763-001, Rev. G 4 INTRODUCTION This manual contains installation procedures for the M7300 mobile radio, the CH-721 control heads, and the HHC-731 hand-held controller. Procedures cover the mounting and cabling of the equipment, as well as basic in-vehicle test procedures. In addition, product safety-related information is included. 4.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The M7300 mobile radio is a high-performance digital mobile radio.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G In a remote-mount M7300 mobile radio installation, the HHC-731 hand-held controller can be used in place of the CH-721 control head. This easy-to-use hand-held mobile radio controller is primarily designed for use in harsh environments such as maritime (i.e., boating) applications and All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) applications. The HHC-731 hand-held controller has easy-to-use buttons, a tough liquidcrystal display (LCD), and a built-in microphone.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G The M7300 mobile radio, the CH-721 control head and the HHC-731 hand-held controller exceed tough environmental specifications included within military standard MIL-STD-810F, the radio industry standard TIA/EIA-603, and the radio standard established by the U.S. Forest Service. An M7300 radio operating on an OpenSky radio network uses Time-Division Multiple-Access (TDMA) digital modulation technology on the radio frequency link.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 4.2 RADIO PROGRAMMING Unless otherwise stated, all radio installation and test procedures presented in this manual assume the radio has been programmed by radio network administration personnel before it is delivered to radio installation personnel. 4.2.
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MM-014763-001, Rev. G 5 UNPACKING AND CHECKING THE EQUIPMENT 5.1 MATERIALS A typical set of materials for an M7300 mobile radio installation includes: • M7300 Mobile Radio — See Table 5-1 below for catalog and part numbers. • CH-721 Scan or System Control Head — See Table 5-2 below for catalog and part numbers. • • Installation Kit MAMW-NZN6W for Front-Mount M7300 — Contents listed in Table 5-4. or: Installation Kit MAMW-NZN7R for Remote-Mount M7300 and CH-721 — Contents listed in Table 5-5.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 5-3: AES and DES Encryption Catalog Numbers for M7300 Mobile Radios 5.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 5-4: Installation Kit MAMW-NZN6W for Front-Mount M7300 Mobile Radio ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER 1 1 KT101533V1 Kit, Front-Mount Mounting Bracket. Includes M5300/M7100/M7300 Mounting Bracket FM101319V1 (marked KTB0310), M5 stainlesssteel hardware to attach radio to bracket, self-tapping hardware to attach bracket to mounting surface, ½-inch rubber grommet, and 7-inch cable ties. See Section 8.1 on page 57. 1 CA-012365001 Cable, M5300/M7300 DC Power.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 5-5: Installation Kit MAMW-NZN7R for Remote-Mount M7300 Mobile Radio with CH-721 Control Head ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER 1 1 KT23117 Kit, Remote-Mount Mobile Radio Mounting Bracket. Includes M5300/M7100/M7300 Mounting Bracket FM103111V1 and M5 stainless-steel hardware to attach radio to bracket. See Section 9.1 on page 66. 1 KT-008608 Kit, CH-721 Mounting Bracket. Includes (1) U-Shaped Mounting Bracket and #8 stainless-steel hardware to attach control head to bracket.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 5-5: Installation Kit MAMW-NZN7R for Remote-Mount M7300 Mobile Radio with CH-721 Control Head ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER 6 1 CA-009562-030 Cable, CAN; 30 feet, Right-Angleto-Straight Connectors. See Section 9.3.3 on page 79. LS102824V10 Speaker, External Mobile; 20-Watt (with 4.6-foot cable). See Section 10.2 on page 93. 1 MAMROS0034NN006 Cable, Speaker; 6-Inch, Straight Connector. Section 10.2 on page 93.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 5-6: HHC-731 Hand-Held Controller and Installation Components — Installation Kit MAMW-NZN9G ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER 2 1 CA-018399-001 Cable, HHC-731 Interface KT-018752-001 Kit, HHC-731 Bracket DESCRIPTION ILLUSTRATION 3 1 4 5 KT23117 Kit, Remote-Mount Mobile Radio Mounting Bracket. Includes M5300/M7100/M7300 Mounting Bracket FM103111V1 and M5 stainless-steel hardware to attach radio to bracket. See Section 9.1 on page 66.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 5-6: HHC-731 Hand-Held Controller and Installation Components — Installation Kit MAMW-NZN9G (Continued) ITEM QTY. PART NUMBER 8 1 CA-009562-030 Cable, CAN; 30 feet, Right-AngleSee to-Straight Connectors. Section 9.4.2 on page 87. LS102824V10 Speaker, External Mobile; 20-Watt (with 4.6-foot cable). See Section 10.2.2 on page 93. 1 CA-012349-007 Cable, Speaker-Only Option, 20-feet. See Section 10.2.2 on page 93.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 5-7: Additional Options and Accessories for M7300 Mobile Radios PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION AN-125001-001 Antenna Mount: Standard Rooftop, NMO Mounting Base, 15-foot (4.6-meter) RG-58 A/U (or equivalent) Low-Loss RF Cable, Male TNC RF Connector AN-125001-002 Antenna Mount: Standard Rooftop, NMO Mounting Base, 15-foot (4.6-meter) RF-195 (or equivalent) Low-Loss RF Cable, Male TNC RF Connector AN-125001-003 Antenna Mount: Thick Rooftop, NMO Mounting Base, 15-foot (4.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 5-7: Additional Options and Accessories for M7300 Mobile Radios (Continued) PART NUMBER CN-014756 KT-012350-001 DESCRIPTION Connector, RF; TNC Male Crimp-Type for RG58U, RG58A/U and RGU400 Coaxial Cable Kit, GPS Receiver for M5300/M7300 (Cat. No. MAMW-NMK5F) MAMW-NZN7C Kit, CH-721 Scan Control Head with Installation Hardware. Kit for adding a Scan model control head to a new or existing radio installation.
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MM-014763-001, Rev. G 6 PLANNING THE INSTALLATION 6.1 GENERAL INFORMATION Before starting, plan the installation carefully so it will meet the following requirements: • The installation is safe for the operator and passengers within the vehicle. • The equipment is installed away from the airbag deployment areas. • The installation allows for convenient access by the operator, as applicable (i.e., the control head or hand-held controller). • The equipment is protected from water damage.
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MM-014763-001, Rev. G 6.3 LOCATING COMPONENTS Plan the mounting locations of all components (radio, control head/hand-held controller, antenna, and cables) and determine the routes for all wiring and cables. Particularly consider the connection of the radio for planning purposes. 44 • Determine the customer’s preferences, if any, for location of components.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 7 ANTENNA INSTALLATION 7.1 ANTENNA MOUNTING LOCATIONS WARNING At this time, review all information presented in the REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION section of this manual (see page 7). A transmitting antenna must be installed in accordance with the guidelines presented in both the REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION section, and in this section.
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MM-014763-001, Rev. G 7.2 ANTENNA INSTALLATION PROCEDURES An antenna must be installed before completing the radio installation. NOTE Table 5-7 (page 39) and Figure 7-1 through Figure 7-4 list the mobile radio antennas available for use with the respective radio. As presented in the previous section, various mounting locations exist. Optimal performance is achieved via a rooftop antenna mounted in the direct center of the motor vehicle’s roof. 7.2.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 4. Obtain a hole saw specifically designed for drilling NMO mounting holes of the required diameter. (e.g., Antenex/Laird Technologies model HS34 or equivalent for a ¾-inch hole; Antenex/Laird Technologies model HS38 or equivalent for a ⅜-inch hole). 5. If the vehicle’s headliner panel, carpet, seats, or otherwise, is below the mounting location, move or remove the headliner panel, etc. as necessary to protect it.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Lock Nut (D) Rubber O-Ring (C) Vehicle Mounting Surface (top side) Coax Cable (Partial) Threaded Shank (B) Bushing Assembly (A) Figure 7-5: Installing a Standard ¾-Inch NMO Antenna Mount (e.g., AN-125001-001 or AN-125001-002) Lock Nut (D) Alignment Ring (Used only with ¾-inch mounting hole) Vehicle Mounting Surface (top side) Rubber O-Ring (C) Threaded Shank (B) Bushing Assembly (A) Coax Cable (Partial) (Extensions shown to illustrate a ⅜-Inch hole vs. a ¾-inch hole.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G CAUTION 7.2.3 To remove a magnetic antenna mount, hold it at the bottom of its base and tilt it at an angle to release the magnetic attraction force. Do not pull on the mount’s coax cable. Do not drag the mount across the mounting surface. Installing All Other Antenna Mounts For any other type of antenna mount not covered in the previous sections, such as GPS combination antennas, install the mount in accordance with the installation instructions included with the mount. 7.2.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G damage, dirt, and/or metal shavings which may be generated during the mechanical and electrical installation of the radio. Temporarily tying the connector and cable-end within a small plastic bag is recommended. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Before cutting the cable to a shorter length, refer to the previous WARNING. Some antenna cables should never be cut, while others can be cut to as short as 6 feet.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G NOTE Connection to a GPS antenna is only required if the (optional) GPS receiver is installed in the radio and if its functions will be utilized/required. For OpenSky radio system applications, the GPS receiver can provide GPS data to either a locally-connected computer/mobile data terminal, or over-the-air to the radio network.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 8 FRONT-MOUNT RADIO INSTALLATION NOTE 8.1 This section includes detailed instructions for mechanically installing and wiring a front-mount M7300 mobile radio. For remote-mount M7300 mobile radio installation procedures, refer to Section 9 which begins on page 66. MOUNTING THE FRONT-MOUNT RADIO The Mounting Bracket Kit for the front-mount M7300 mobile radio includes a heavy-gauge steel U-shaped mounting bracket.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G REAR VIEW 2.0 inches (51 mm) 6.9 inches (175 mm) TOP VIEW (Partial View of DC Power Cable) 10.5 inches (267 mm) 0.8 inches (20 mm) FRONT VIEW 2.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 8.1.1 Mounting Bracket Installation The front-mount M7300 radio’s mounting bracket is included with the Front-Mount Mounting Bracket Kit KT101533V1. Kit contents are shown in Figure 8-2. This kit is Item 1 listed in Table 5-4 (page 34).
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 3. If the mounting surface is not flat (such as the top of a transmission hump), construct a suitable mounting wedge as necessary, and attach the wedge to the surface using an approved attachment method. Never mount the bracket directly to a non-flat surface. 4. On the mounting surface, mark the selected location for the bracket, and then remove the radio from the bracket. 5. Clean and remove any foreign material from the mounting surface. 6.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 8.2 FRONT-MOUNT RADIO’S DC POWER INSTALLATION 8.2.1 Overview of On/Off Power Wiring Configurations The following power wiring configurations are supported: • Radio turns on and off automatically with vehicle’s ignition switch/key — This configuration allows the on/off state of the vehicle’s ignition switch/key to control the on/off power state of the radio.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G connection). It is supplied with waterproof fuse holders, two AGC-type fuses, and non-insulated ring terminals. The following installation procedures are recommended: 8.2.2.1 Black Wire Connection (Ground Wire) 1. Connect the radio’s DC Power Cable to the radio by mating its 3-pin connector to the radio’s 3-pin power cable connector as follows: Visually align the key and firmly push and turn the outer locking ring clockwise until it stops.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G WARNING Before making connections to the battery’s positive post, carefully disconnect the battery’s negative (ground) cable(s). This will prevent tools or other metallic objects which come in contact with the battery’s positive terminal from shorting to vehicle ground, causing sparks or even a fire or an explosion! When disconnecting the negative cable(s), cover/insulate the positive post(s) if it is not already so a tool cannot short between the posts.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G switch/key. When using this configuration, the CH-721 control head’s on/off/volume control must be left in the on position for automatic power-up/down to function properly. NOTE The white ignition sense wire must be connected to a fused power source that switches from approximately zero volts to approximately +13.6 volts when the vehicle’s ignition switch/key is turned from the OFF position to the ACCESSORY and RUN positions.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 7. Strip the other end of this wire and, using an appropriate electrical terminal, connect it to the common terminal of the switch. 8. Connect the white wire of the power cable to the load (switched) side of the switch. 9. If not already, mount the switch to the vehicle’s dash panel, or other customer-selected location. 10. Obtain the 3-amp AGC-type fuse included with the cable, and install it into the fuse holder. 11.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 9 REMOTE-MOUNT RADIO INSTALLATION NOTE 9.1 This section includes detailed instructions for mechanically installing and wiring a remote-mount M7300 mobile radio. For front-mount M7300 mobile radio installation procedures, refer to Section 8 which begins on page 57. MOUNTING THE REMOTE-MOUNT RADIO This section provides details on mounting a remote-mount M7300 mobile radio in the vehicle. CH-721 control head installation procedures are included in Section 9.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G REAR VIEW 2.0 inches (51 mm) 6.9 inches (175 mm) TOP VIEW (Partial View of DC Power Cable) 9.2 inches (234 mm) 6.9 inches (175 mm) FRONT VIEW 2.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 9.1.1 Mounting Bracket Installation The remote-mount radio’s mounting bracket is included with the Remote-Mount Mounting Bracket Kit KT23117. Kit contents are shown in Figure 9-2. This kit is Item 1 listed in Table 5-5 (page 35).
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 4. Set the bracket back into place, and verify front-to-rear orientation. 5. Install and tighten the mounting screws/hardware. 6. Verify the bracket is firmly secured to the mounting surface. A secure mount prevents unreasonable vibration, which could damage the radio and/or cause its cable connections to loosen. 9.1.2 Inserting the Radio into the Mounting Bracket The radio should now be inserted into the bracket according to this procedure: 1.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G • Radio turns on and off with a manual switch — This configuration is used when, for example, the radio must remain on even when the ignition key must be removed from the vehicle and a separate on/off switch is acceptable. The white wire of the control head’s DC Power Cable is connected to one side of a manually-controlled switch, and the other side of this switch is connected to unswitched and fused vehicle power. The required fuse rating is 3 amperes.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 2. Prepare to connect the cable’s black wire to vehicle ground by locating an area of vehicle metal within approximately two (2) feet of the radio. This surface must have a solid and stable connection to vehicle ground. If not, add grounding strap(s) as necessary. 3. Strip the area of any paint or dirt to expose a bare metal surface, approximately ¾-inch square. 4. Drill a hole in the approximate center of the bare metal surface, and deburr it.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G DTMF MICROPHONE MC-103334-040 OR MC-103334-041 (INCLUDED WITH MAMW-NMC9C) CH-721 SCAN MODEL CONTROL HEAD CU23218-0002 (MAMW-NCP9E) CH-721 SYSTEM MODEL CONTROL HEAD CU23218-0004 (MAMW-NCP9F) VEHICLE BATTERY NEG VEHICLE DC POWER DISTRIBUTION BLOCK (E.G., “POWER ACCESS POINT”) POS - + NOTE: BATTERY GROUND (-) CONNECTION NOT INDICATED. RING TERMINALS VEHICLE FUSE BOX, ETC.
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MM-014763-001, Rev. G WARNING Before making connections to the battery’s positive post, carefully disconnect the battery’s negative (ground) cable(s). This will prevent tools or other metallic objects which come in contact with the battery’s positive terminal from shorting to vehicle ground, causing sparks or even a fire or an explosion! When disconnecting the negative cable(s), cover/insulate the positive post(s) if it is not already so a tool cannot short between the posts.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G door kick panels, etc., and route the wire through existing channels in the vehicle body as necessary. Protect the wire from possible chafing where necessary. Tie and stow the wire as necessary. 2. Connect this white wire through a fuse to the switched power source in accordance with the instructions presented within the respective subsection of Section 9.3.4.2 (page 82) for the control head’s white wire. Follow the procedure in Section 9.3.4.2.
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MM-014763-001, Rev. G Serial Port Connector (DB-9) CAN Port Connectors (2 places) Speaker Audio Connector Accessory Connector (DB-25) DC Power Connector Note: Serial and Accessory connectors are shown without waterproof covers. Figure 9-6: CH-721 Rear Panel (both control head models) Prior to installing the control head, verify it has the proper software version installed and verify it has been properly configured for customer use.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 9.3.2 Control Head Mechanical Installation 9.3.2.1 Selecting the Mounting Location When selecting a location for the CH-721 control head, first observe the safety and operator-convenience related information presented in Section 6.1 on page 42. Always consider and include clearance for the microphone’s connector that must mate to the mic connector on the front panel of the head, and clearance for the connectors/cables that must mate to the connectors on the rear panel of the head.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 9.3.2.2 Using the Standard U-Shaped Mounting Bracket If the standard U-shaped mounting bracket will be used to mount the control head, the following mounting procedure is recommended. As listed in Table 5-5 on page 35, this bracket is item 2 in the Installation Kit. 1. Using the mounting bracket as a template, mark and drill mounting holes into the mounting surface as required.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G and CAN terminator connections for a single control head installation. Figure 9-10 illustrates this for a multi-head control head installation where, for example, one control head is located at the main operator location and another is located near the rear of the vehicle. Because CAN devices do not have internal terminators, the CAN link must be terminated at both ends via external CAN terminators, as depicted in the following figures.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G are located near the center of the radio’s rear panel. Figure 9-6 on page 77 shows the two CAN port connectors on the control head’s rear panel. 9.3.3.2 Make CAN Link Terminations and Cable Connection Follow this procedure for an installation which has only one control head. For a multi-control head installation, refer to Figure 9-10 as necessary. 1.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 3. Cut the black wire of the control head’s DC Power Cable to the required length, plus a service loop of at least six (6) inches, then strip it and crimp a ⅜-inch ring terminal to it. Two ring terminals of this type are included with the cable. 4. Drill a hole as necessary and attach this ring terminal to chassis ground. Use stainless-steel selflocking hardware (i.e.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G NOTE The white ignition sense wire must be connected to a fused power source that switches from approximately zero volts to approximately +13.6 volts when the vehicle’s ignition switch/key is turned from the OFF position to the ACCESSORY and RUN positions. Use of a switched power source that is subject to voltage changes as a result of other actions, such as opening a vehicle door, may result in undesirable radio power cycles. 1.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 9. If not already, mount the switch to the vehicle’s dash panel, or other customer-selected location. 10. Obtain the 3-amp AGC-type fuse included with the cable, and install it into the fuse holder. 11. Tie and stow these wires as necessary so they remain out of the way of casual contact and wire chafe is avoided. 12. Label this power switch accordingly. For example: “RADIO ON/OFF.” 9.3.4.2.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 5. From the same kit, locate the ATM fuse holder and crimp it to the other end of the short wire. The holder has built-in crimpable joints. 6. Cut the excess length from the white wire of the control head’s power cable, strip it, and crimp it to the other side of the ATM fuse holder. 7. Pull enough of the switched ignition source wire out of the vehicle’s wiring harness so one of the T-tap terminals may be attached to it. 8. Two T-tap terminals are included in the kit.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Built-In Microphone Ramp Down Button (Decreases backlight intensity if controller is not connected to the radio.) Transmit and Busy Indicators Emergency/Home Button Ramp Up Button (Increases backlight intensity if controller is not connected to the radio.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Bracket Attached Perpendicular to Cable: Bracket Attached Parallel to Cable: Figure 9-15: HHC-731 Interface Cable Mounting Bracket-to-Cable Positioning 3. Select a firm mounting surface near the controller, for the bracket. Review and follow the safety and operator-convenience related information presented in Section 6.1 on page 42.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G If the mobile radio installation must be interfaced to GPS and/or MDT equipment, simultaneous routing of the related interface cables along with the CAN cable will be time-saving. For GPS and MDT equipment cable part numbers and cable installation procedures, refer to Sections 13 and 14 respectively. NOTE 4. Mate the other end of the cable to the small 3-pin CAN port connector of the HHC-731 Interface Cable. 5.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 3. Cut the black wire of the DC Power Cable to the required length, plus a service loop of at least six (6) inches, then strip it and crimp a ⅜ -inch ring terminal to it. Two ring terminals of this type are included with the cable. 4. Drill a new hole as necessary and attach this ring terminal to chassis ground. Use stainless-steel selflocking hardware (i.e., machine screws with washers and locking nuts) or other appropriate hardware to ensure a reliable terminal-to-metal contact.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 9.4.3.2.1 Hand-Held Controller and Radio Turn on with Vehicle’s Ignition Switch/Key With this wiring configuration, the HHC-731 hand-held controller and the radio turn on and off with the vehicle’s ignition switch/key (power on also requires pressing of the HHC-731’s front panel power on/off button). The white wire of the HHC-731’s DC Power Cable is sometimes referred to as the “white ignition switch wire” or the “ignition sense input wire.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 5. Cut another section of white wire from the cable. This wire must be long enough to reach from this fuse holder to the location of the panel-mounted on/off switch. 6. Strip one end of this wire and crimp the other half of the waterproof fuse holder to this wire end. 7. Strip the other end of this wire and, using an appropriate electrical terminal, connect it to the common terminal of the switch. 8. Connect the white wire of the power cable to the load (switched) side of the switch.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 3. Mate the male DB-25 connector of the siren/light control system’s cable to the female DB-25 connector of Accessory Cable. 4. Continue with the installation instructions included with the siren/light control system. All references to the “control head” or “control unit” should be considered as the HHC-731 hand-held controller. 9.4.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 10.2 REMOTE-MOUNT RADIO INSTALLATION 10.2.1 With CH-721 Control Head In a remote-mount mobile radio installation with the CH-721 control head, an audio amplifier in the CH-721 control head drives the external speaker. For this case, total speaker cable length of both cables between the control head and speaker is approximately five (5) feet. Therefore, to include service loops in these cables, the speaker must be mounted within approximately 4.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 11 MICROPHONE ATTACHMENT There are several versions of microphones available for use with the radio. Each has a 17-pin flush-mount type connector that mates with the mic connector on the front panel of the control head. The mic’s connector includes a captive thumbscrew that secures it to the mic connector on the front panel of the control head. A microphone clip is included with each microphone.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 12 OPTIONAL CABLES 12.1 M5300/M7300 OPTION CABLE CA-012349-001 M5300/M7300 Option Cable CA-012349-001 connects to the 44-pin I/O connector on the rear of the radio. It breaks out into several smaller standardized connectors, allowing straightforward access to external I/O interfaces provided by the radio. The cable also shortens radio removal and re-installation time when required. The cable is shown in Figure 12-1 below.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G For connection information, see Section 10.1 and Section 10.2.2 respectively. P2 is not used in a remotemount radio installation with a CH-721 control head, since the audio amplifier in the head drives the external speaker (speaker connection is made at the rear of the control head). P3, the cable’s 6-pin connector, is a connector for basic accessories (e.g., hookswitch, etc.).
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 12-1: M5300/M7300 Option Cable CA-012349-001 Interconnections 7 44-PIN I/O CABLE CONNECTOR P1 PIN SIGNAL NAME TO/FROM 4 EXTRX P4 pin 5 External Rx Audio Input (from external/2 receiver; summed). 9 EXTMOD P4 pin 7 External Tx Audio Input (typically not used).
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 12-1: M5300/M7300 Option Cable CA-012349-001 Interconnections 44-PIN I/O CABLE CONNECTOR P1 PIN 24 23 18 2 29 98 SIGNAL NAME HORNRING SONOFF INP1 OUT1 TXENB+ TO/FROM DESCRIPTION P4 pin 18 In a front-mount M5300/M7300 radio installation, this pin for the siren/PA interface is the horn/ring logic input to the radio’s mounted (local) CH-721. When a connected third-party siren and light system (e.g.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Table 12-1: M5300/M7300 Option Cable CA-012349-001 Interconnections 44-PIN I/O CABLE CONNECTOR P1 PIN SIGNAL NAME TO/FROM DESCRIPTION 7 GND P5 pin 5 Ground for GPS Serial Data Signals. Over-current-protected by a fuse on radio’s PK Board. 11 IGNITION Yellow Wire 33 — 44 — Unused/Spare ignition sense input. These twelve pins of P1 (i.e.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 12.2 CH-721 OPTION CABLE CA-011854-001 CH-721 Option Cable CA-011854-001 can be used to connect optional equipment to the 25-pin D-subminiature (DB-25) connector on the rear of the CH-721. This cable expands the connections available at the 25-pin connector to three (3) separate connectors. The cable’s assembly and wiring diagrams are shown in Figure 12-2 below. (Made From PS-CA-011854 Rev.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 12.3 ACCESSORY CABLE 19B802554P24 When a remote-mount radio installation employs the HHC-731 hand-held controller, Accessory Cable 19B802554P24 is required to make connections to an external siren and light control system. This cable’s male DB-25 connector, identified P1, mates to the female DB-25 connector of HHC-731 Interface Cable. The cable’s assembly diagram is illustrated in Figure 12-3 below. Connector J1 mates with a cable provided with the siren and light control system.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 12.4 HHC-731 INTERFACE CABLE CA-018399-001 HHC-731 Interface Cable CA-018399-001 interconnects a DC power cable and the CAN cable from the radio to the HHC-731 hand-held controller. It also has a 25-pin connector that can be used to connect optional equipment to the HHC-731. The cable’s assembly and wiring diagrams are shown in Figure 12-4 below. Connector J1 mates with the DC power cable from the main and switched fused power sources.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 12.5 SERIAL DATA CABLE CA-013671-020 Serial Data Cable CA-013671-020 (20 feet long) can be used make data connections to the radio to support data communications equipment such as an MDT or a GPS NMEA-format device. It can also be used to program and configure the M7300 mobile radio via a Personal Computer (PC). The cable’s assembly and wiring diagrams are shown in Figure 12-5 below.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 12.7 CH-721 MIC CONNECTOR PROGRAMMING CABLE CA-103541-001 CH-721 Mic Connector Programming Cable CA-103541-001 (4 feet long) can be used to program and configure the CH-721 control head via its front-panel microphone connector. It has a female DB-9 connector on one end for connection to a PC’s serial port connector and a 17-pin Conxall-style connector on the other end for connection to the head’s mic connector.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 13 GPS NMEA-FORMATTED DATA CONNECTION To obtain GPS NMEA-formatted serial data from the radio, M5300/M7300 Option Cable CA-012349001 is required. In addition, the radio must be equipped with the GPS receiver option. Follow this procedure to complete the GPS NMEA-formatted serial data connections: 1. Obtain M5300/M7300 Option Cable CA-012349-001. Each “leg” of this cable is approximately 65 inches long (166 centimeters). 2.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 15 INITIAL POWER-UP TEST 1. At the radio’s main waterproof (HFB-type) fuse holder installed near the vehicle battery, insert the 15-amp AGC-type fuse that was included with the radio’s DC Power Cable. 2. Tie and stow all fuse holders at this location to prevent excess vibration/movement. 3. Carefully reconnect the vehicle’s battery ground cable. 4.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 16 PERFORMANCE TESTS This section includes procedures to verify the performance of the installation’s mobile antenna system. There are three (3) procedures in this section: • Changing Operating Mode for Tests • Testing by Transmitting into a Dummy Load (a 50-Ohm RF Terminator) • Testing by Transmitting into the Mobile Antenna CAUTION The accuracy of test results depends upon a DC power source in the range of 13.6 volts DC ±10%, with a current capacity of greater than 15 amps.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 2. For the control head, use the •/•• Ramp Control to scroll through the menu until Mode Menu appears in the display. For the hand-held controller, use the Ramp Up Button or Ramp Down Button located on the top of the controller to scroll through the menu until Mode Menu appears in the display. 3. For the control head, select an available conventional channel/system via the +/- Ramp Control.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 16.2 REQUIRED TEST EQUIPMENT Table 16-1: Required Test Equipment TEST EQUIPMENT Average-Responding Wattmeter (for conv. measurements) MODEL / PART NUMBER & DESCRIPTION Bird Electronic Corp. Model 43 (or equivalent) with Type N female connectors at input and output ports. or Peak-Reading Wattmeter (for OpenSky measurements) Bird Electronic Corp. Model 4314B (or equivalent) with Type N female connectors at input and output ports.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G Vehicle-Mounted Antenna M7300 Mobile Radio (Rear View) TNC Male-to-Type N Male Coaxial Jumper Cable Wattmeter Radio’s DC Power Cable CAN Cable, Option Cable, and GPS Antenna Cable connections not are indicated. Type N Male-toTNC Female RF Adapter IN OUT 3-Pin Connectors Installation’s DC Power Cable Wattmeter Slug (see text) From 13.8-Volt Fused Power Source 50-Ohm RF Terminator (“Dummy Load”) Figure 16-1: Wattmeter Connections for Antenna System Tests 5.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 16.4 TRANSMITTING INTO THE MOBILE ANTENNA 1. Connect the antenna cable from the vehicle-mounted antenna to the wattmeter as shown in Figure 16-1. 2. If not already, turn the radio on and set it to the required operating mode (based upon available radio programming and test equipment). Refer to Section 16.1 as necessary. 3. Set the radio to a test talk group or conventional channel, if available. NOTE It is recommended that a test talk group/channel be allocated for this testing.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G NOTE If the mobile radio installation employs a ¼-wave unity-gain antenna (part number AN102800V1 or AN102800V2 or AN-225006-001), the driven element (i.e., whip) of the antenna must be trimmed to the proper length in order to minimize antenna system VSWR. Refer to the instructions included with the antenna for trimming instructions. 9. Position the wattmeter’s slug to measure reverse (reflected) RF power from the antenna.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 16.5 TEST PERFORMANCE DATA FORM Clip Here Enter the information requested on this data collection form. Clip this form and file it as a permanent record of the tested performance of the M7300 mobile radio installation.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 17 COMPLETE THE INSTALLATION Double-check the following items before considering the installation completed: • Verify all newly installed mechanical hardware is mounted securely and all respective mounting hardware is tight. • Verify all electrical interconnections are connected properly and the associated connector attachment hardware is tight. Pay special attention to all RF antenna cables! • Verify all related fuses are correctly installed and properly rated.
MM-014763-001, Rev. G 19 WARRANTY A. Harris Corporation, a Delaware Corporation, through its RF Communications Division (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-Seller Equipment, Seller gives no warranty, and only the warranty, if any, given by the manufacturer shall apply.
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