EN/LZT 123 5652/1 R1A Operator’s Manual EDACS 300P System/Scan Portable Radio
Table of Contents Safety Training Information...................................................................3 Operating Rules And Regulations..........................................................6 Operating Tips.........................................................................................7 User Interface ..........................................................................................8 Basic Operation ...............................................................................
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION Your Com-Net Ericsson 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 W ARN ING 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.
C AU TIO N To ensure that your exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines: • DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damage the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufacturer or an antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio.
transmission the best sound quality, hold the antenna at least 5 cm (2 inches) from mouth, and slightly off to one side. The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her aware of a RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates within the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.
OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS Two-way FM radio systems must be operated in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). As an operator of two-way radio equipment, you must be thoroughly familiar with the rules that apply to your particular type of radio operation. Following these rules will help eliminate confusion and will assure the most efficient use of existing radio channels. This will provide a smooth operating radio network.
4. The FCC requires that conversations be brief and confined to business. To save time, use coded messages whenever possible. 5. Using the radio to send personal messages (except in an emergency) is a violation of FCC rules. Send only those messages essential for the business operation. 6. It is against the Federal law to repeat or otherwise make known anything overheard on the radio. Conversations between others sharing your channel must be regarded as confidential.
USER INTERFACE This manual describes the basic functions and operation of the EDACS 300P System/Scan portable radio. For more detailed information about the features and operation, refer to the appropriate EDACS 300P Maintenance Manual or contact your System Administrator. Figure 1.
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Figure 4. EDACS 300P Belt Clip Location BASIC OPERATION Locking/Unlocking Keypad (System Model) 1. 2. Press the C/M key. Press and release the LOCK key. Selecting System 1. 2. Press and release the C/M key, then use the ▲ and ▼ keys to select the desired system. The SYS field displays the current System selected.
Selecting Group/Channel 1. Press the ▲ and ▼ keys to ramp to the desired group/channel. Enabling/Disabling Scan 1. Press and release the SCN key to toggle Scan ON/OFF. “SCN” is displayed when Scan is enabled. Modifying Scan List 1. 2. 3. 4. Select the desired Group/Channel to be added/deleted. If the Group/Channel is currently in the Scan list, “S” is displayed. Press the C/M key. Press and release the SCN key. If the selected Group/Channel was not in Scan list, it will be added.
3. 4. The radio will switch to the home System and/or Group. The button is not active. Declaring Emergency 1. 2. 3. 4. Press and hold the red Emergency/Home button. (The length of time necessary to hold the Emergency button is programmable. Check with the System Administrator). If programmed, an “E” is displayed in the SYS field and/or an alert tone sounds. Press the PTT button to transmit your message. Release the PTT button when the transmission is complete.
2. Ensure that no one is transmitting on the selected Group by observing the display for absence of the “BSY” icon. 3. 4. Press and hold the PTT button. When the “TX” icon is displayed, speak into the microphone. Release the PTT button when the transmission is complete. Wait for reply. When the call is complete, press the C/M key to disconnect and end the call. 5. 6. Individual (LID) Call 1. 2. Press the SPC key. The “SPC” icon will be displayed. The SYS field displays “SP”.
6. 7. Release the PTT button when the transmission is complete. Wait for reply. When the call is complete, double click the C/M key to disconnect and exit Special Call mode. Phone Call 1. 2. 3. Press the SPC key. The “SPC” icon will be displayed. The SYS field will display “SP”. The GRP field will display the last accessed special call number (1, 2, etc.) from the pre-programmed list.
Receiving a Call 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 16 Turn the radio on and select the desired System and Group; or Select the desired System and then turn Scan ON (if the desired Group is in the Scan List). The radio is now ready to receive calls. When a call is received, the radio unsquelches on the assigned channel and the “BSY” icon is displayed. Depending upon the programming of the radio, a tone may sound, indicating the type of call received.
Storing/Recalling Numbers (System Model) NOTE Manually stored numbers are stored to the EDACS Scratch Pad. The scratch pad options are programmed into the radio and the phone number/LID number capability must be enabled for the following features to function. Storing Individual (LID) and Phone Numbers 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Press the SPC key. The “SPC” icon will be displayed. The SYS field will display “SP”. The GRP field will display the last accessed special call number from the pre-programmed list.
8. Press the C/M key twice to exit Special Call mode. Recalling Stored Individual (LID) and Phone Numbers NOTE The special call mode must be exited to initiate the recall procedure 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 18 Press the # key for an individual (LID) call or the * key for a phone call. Enter the desired storage location number (0-9). Press the C/M key and then press the #/RCL key. Up to four digits of the number (the last four digits of a telephone number) will be displayed in the GRP field.
6. When the call is complete, press the C/M key twice to disconnect and exit Special Call mode. CONVENTIONAL OPERATION IMPORTANT! For optimum communication, hold the radio approximately three inches from your mouth and speak into the microphone at a normal voice level. Transmitting a Call 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn the radio on and select the desired System and Channel.
2. 3. 4. Select the desired System and then turn Scan ON (if the desired Channel is in the Scan List). The radio is now ready to receive calls. Press the C/M key twice (hold down the second press) to disable squelch and monitor the channel. Adjust volume to desired level. When the radio receives a call, the radio is unsquelched and the message is heard.
PROGRAMMABLE ALERT TONES Name Tone Description Power-Up (B) One Call (T) Originate Call (T) Received One short Call Queued Autokey System Busy One high, one low (Indiv.
CHANGING THE BATTERY PACK When the “BT” icon is displayed, or the display remains blank, the battery is low and needs charging. Removing the Battery Pack Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF. 1. Locate the latch on the bottom of the radio. 2. Press and hold the latch down, toward the back of the radio, while sliding the battery towards the bottom of the radio with your other hand. 3. Remove the battery pack from the radio. Figure 5A & 5B.
Attaching the Battery Pack Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF. 1. Align the tabs on the back of the radio with the slots on the battery pack. 2. Slide the battery pack towards the top of the radio until it clicks into place. Figure 6.
WARRANTY A. Com-Net Ericsson Critical Radio Systems, Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the original purchaser for use (hereinafter "Buyer") that Equipment manufactured by Seller shall be free from defects in material, workmanship and title, and shall conform to its published specifications. With respect to any Equipment not manufactured by Seller (except for integral parts of Seller’s Equipment to which the warranties set forth above shall apply).
NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY WARRANTY A. Com-Net Ericsson Critical Radio Systems, Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the original purchaser for use (hereinafter "Buyer") that nickel-cadmium batteries sup-plied 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.
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