User's Manual

DRAFT

Using the Radios

NOTES:

• Radios must fully charged before use.

• Radios must be from the same digitally matched set. A

matched set will have the same code number and color

code if you’ve opted to use the color code labels.

• The master radio must be turned on prior to turning on

the remote radios and remain in proximity to other

radios.

• Communication will be disrupted if the master radio is

turned off. Remote radios may be turned off and on

without disrupting other team members.

• Audio performance will become erratic with excessive

interference such as squeaking or buzzing if battery

power becomes too low.

• A supplemental battery may be used to prolong

communication. See instructions for Using a

Supplemental Battery.

1. Verify that each radio has the same ID number to

ensure a digitally matched set. Additionally, if color

code labels were used, they will facilitate quicker

identification of a digitally matched set.

2. Make sure each radio is turned off.

3. Put on the headsets/helmets. If using the Turbo 5

Communication Helmet, refer to instructions supplied

with the helmet. If using a stand-alone headset, adjust

the boom so that the microphone is approximately 1.0

inch away from the mouth.

4. Hang radios from the waistband on the left hip to

ensure free arm movement and convenient access to

the on/off/volume dial.

5. Plug the headset/helmet cable into each radio.

6. Initially turn on the master radio with the on/off-volume

dial keeping the volume low. The power indicator will

immediately illuminate. Wait 15 seconds then turn on

each remote radio.

7. Verify that communication is established by having

team members speak into their microphones. Adjust

the on/off-volume dial to set volume at a comfortable

level.

8. If using a helmet, put on the Steri-Shield togas or

hoods. Refer to instructions supplied with the togas

and hoods.

NOTE: Communication will be disrupted if the master radio

is turned off. To reestablish communication, turn each

radio off. Turn the master radio on again and wait 15