Operations and Maintenance Manual

70-STR1800-00 Rev K STR-1800 O&M Manual
- iii -
RF Exposure Statement
The 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.
The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distances from the
human body as noted below. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation and transmitter
operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. For compliance with FCC, Industry Canada,
and ETSI RF Exposure Requirements, the transmitter antenna installation shall comply with the following
two conditions:
1. The transmitter antenna gain shall not exceed a limit necessary for the application.
2. The transmitter antenna is required to be located outside of a vehicle and kept at a separation
distance of 60 centimeters (FCC, UHF), 80 centimeters (ISED, UHF), 50 centimeters (ETSI,
UHF) or 65 centimeters (ETSI, VHF) or more between the transmitter antenna of this device and
persons during operation.
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 required to meet application
requirements.
• DO NOT transmit for more than 25% of total radio use time (“25% duty cycle”). Transmitting
more than 25% of the time can cause RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded.
This device has been designated to operate with the antennas listed below and having a maximum
gain of 2.15 dBi. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 2.15 dBi are strictly
prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
Recommended Antennas: Type: Omni-directional, Gain: 2.15 dBi
The STR-1800 series of radios include a transmit time-out timer to prevent continuous
transmissions greater than fifteen (15) seconds. This timer starts when the PTT or equivalent signal is
asserted and when this timer expires, the radio will stop transmitting immediately and may not re-transmit
until PTT has been asserted again.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
During transmissions, the radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with
other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to
do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as
hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.
Declaration of Conformity and Compliance
This device complies with FCC Part 15 and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
Modification warning statement:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Summation Research, Inc., 305 East Dr Ste D, Melbourne, FL 32904 USA, [phone]