Directive 1999/5/EC Declaration of Conformity da Dansk Undertegnede Tait Electronics Limited erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr TPCB1A, TPCH5A & TPCH6A overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Se endvidere: http://eudocs.taitworld.com/ de Deutsch Hiermit erklärt Tait Electronics Limited die Übereinstimmung der Geräte TPCB1A, TPCH5A & TPCH6A mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. Siehe auch: http://eudocs.
Chassis engraving will void warranty Warning: Engraving the chassis of your partable radio can significantly reduce its mechanical strength and will void any warranty. If the chassis has been engraved, it must be replaced. Copyright and trademarks All information contained in this manual is the property of Tait Electronics Limited. All rights reserved.
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Disposing of Lithium-ion batteries Discharge the Li-ion battery before disposing of it. When disposing of the battery, be sure to do so in an environmentally sensitive manner. If disposed of in landfills, batteries can be very hazardous to the environment. Please contact your radio provider for information on recycling programs in your area.
For your safety Before using your radio, please read the following important safety and compliance information. Safety warnings used in this guide Within this guide, the following conventions are used to alert you to important safety information: Warning: There is a potential risk of death or serious injury. Caution: There is the risk of minor or moderate injury to people. Caution: “Caution” is used without the safety alert symbol when there is a risk of equipment damage or malfunction.
Controlling your exposure to RF energy This radio emits radio frequency (RF) energy or radio waves primarily when calls are made. RF is a form of electromagnetic energy (as is sunlight), and there are recommended levels of maximum RF exposure. To control your exposure to RF and comply with the maximum exposure limits for occupational/controlled environments, follow these guidelines: ■ Do not talk (transmit) on the radio more than the rated transmit duty cycle.
Compliance with RF energy exposure standards This two-way radio complies with these RF energy exposure standards and guidelines: ■ United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR §§ 1.1307, 1.1310, and 2.1093. ■ American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1992. ■ Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 Edition.
Health, safety and electromagnetic compatibility in Europe In the European Community, radio and telecommunications equipment is regulated by Directive 1999/5/EC, also known as the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) directive. The requirements of this directive include protection of health and safety of users, as well as electromagnetic compatibility. Intended purpose of product This product is an FM radio transceiver.
Electromagnetic compatibility in European vehicles In the European Community, radio equipment fitted to automotive vehicles is regulated by Directive 72/245/EEC, as last amended by 2005/83/EC. The requirements of this directive cover the electromagnetic compatibility of electrical or electronic equipment fitted to automotive vehicles.
Safe radio operation Warning: Switch off the radio: ■ At petrol filling stations or near flammable liquids or gases. ■ In the vicinity of explosive devices and blasting zones. ■ Before boarding an aircraft. Using your radio while in the air is not permitted. Using a handheld microphone or a radio while driving a vehicle may violate the laws and legislation that apply in your country or state. Please check the vehicle regulations in your area.
Navigating your radio’s menus The menu text on your radio display may differ from that shown here. Menu text can be customized when the radio is programmed.
Radio controls For more information about the radio controls, see “About the radio controls” on page 19.
Contents Directive 1999/5/EC Declaration of Conformity ............................................ 3 For your safety ............................................................................................. 7 Safety warnings used in this guide .......................................................... 7 Radio frequency exposure information .................................................... 7 Controlling your exposure to RF energy ..................................................
Receiving a Call .................................................................................... Scanning for channel activity ................................................................ Hearing all activity on a channel ........................................................... Checking that a channel is clear ........................................................... Making and receiving different types of calls ..............................................
Before using your radio Once you have unpacked your radio, there are a few tasks you must do before you can use it. The most important of these is to charge your battery for the first time—allow 12 hours for this. This section covers: ■ for your safety—battery warning ■ charging the battery before first use ■ attaching the battery ■ attaching the antenna ■ attaching a belt clip ■ removing the accessory cover.
To remove the battery pack: 1 Press the battery catch down. 2 From the sides, pull the battery away from the radio. Attaching the antenna Before using the radio, screw the antenna clockwise into the antenna connector. The antenna should be screwed sufficiently tight so that it doesn’t unscrew easily. This is important as it creates a seal. Attaching a belt clip To attach a belt clip to your radio: 1 Slide the belt clip into the two grooves at the top of the battery.
Getting started This section provides a brief description of your radio’s controls and indicators and explains how to use the radio’s menus. This section covers: ■ about the radio controls ■ about the keypad ■ understanding the radio display ■ understanding the radio indicators ■ navigating the radio menus. About the radio controls The radio controls are the PTT key, power/volume control, channel selector, scroll keys, selection keys and function keys.
channel selector power/ volume control top key function key 1 accessory connector (out-of-sight) status LED PTT key (press-to-talk) speaker/ microphone function key 2 alphanumeric keys Symbol Name PTT key Function Press and hold to transmit and release to listen Power/volume Rotate to turn on the radio and change control the speaker volume Channel selector Select and change channels Top key Usually programmed as the emergency key or for a frequently used function 20 Getting started
Symbol Name Function keys 1 and 2 Enter Left arrow Right arrow Clear Function Programmed for frequently used features Short: Select a function, toggle a function on/off (menu mode); dial or send a message Long: Enter/exit mode or menu Short: Scroll left Short: Scroll right Short: Cancel or back (menu mode); delete single character; cancel call. Long: Delete (menu mode); exit without saving (menu mode); cancel call; keypad lock off.
Understanding the radio display The messages and symbols you see on your radio display depend on the mode in which your radio is operating and the way it is programmed.The following diagram shows a typical display and explains some of the information that may be available. active modes symbols CHAN RTA CAR 2 current operation information Operating modes Your radio has a number of operating modes, such as CHAN (channel), MENU (menu), and CONT (contrast).
Symbol Meaning Flashing: recharge the battery The battery is charged The radio is in DTMF dialling mode Monitor or squelch override is active Scrolling is permitted Steady: the radio is scanning a group of channels for activity. Flashing: activity has been found on a channel in the scan group. The radio is transmitting.
Understanding the radio indicators The status LED indicators and the radio’s audible tones— together with the radio display—all combine to give you information about the state of your radio.The most common way the indicators work is described in the following sections. Note: The way these indicators behave may be affected by the way your radio is programmed. Status LED indicator Colour Flash rate Meaning red Steady Transmitting. red slow Battery low. Radio will also emit lowpitched beeps.
Audible tones The radio uses a variety of beeps and tones to supplement the information provided by the status LED and the radio display. Your radio may also have been programmed so that whenever you press a key, the radio beeps to indicate whether or not the action is permitted: ■ Permitted: Short, medium-pitched beep. ■ Not permitted: Long, low-pitched beep. Note: Audible tones may have been disabled when your radio was programmed, and a function key assigned to turn audible tones on and off.
Navigating the radio menus Your radio has a number of menus available, each containing lists or submenus. The table below summarizes the options that can be accessed through the main menu. The menus available on your radio will depend on the way it was programmed. Note: The menu text on your radio display may differ from that described in this section. Menu text can be customized when the radio is programmed.
Using the main menu To enter menu mode and access the main menu: ■ Long press the menu key ; or ■ Press the right arrow key . The radio displays MENU in the top right of screen, together with the last selected menu or submenu item: MENU SELECT CHANNEL Use the arrow keys to move through the list of menus. Note: Press and hold the left and right arrow keys to scroll through the menu options quickly.
Basic operation This section covers: ■ turning the radio on and off ■ entering your personal identification number ■ adjusting the volume ■ about the channels and channel banks ■ understanding how the radio displays channels ■ making a call ■ receiving a call ■ scanning for channel activity ■ hearing all activity on a channel ■ checking that a channel is clear. Turning the radio on and off Rotate the power/volume control switch clockwise to turn the radio on.
Adjusting the volume Once the radio is on, rotate the power/volume control clockwise to increase volume. To decrease volume, rotate the control counter-clockwise. Turning the power/volume control also adjusts the level of the audible tones. About the channels and channel banks In order to make and receive calls, you first need to select a channel. The procedure for selecting a channel varies depending on how your radio has been programmed.
Selecting a channel bank Channel banking is an optional feature that allows easy access to large numbers of channels by grouping them into ‘banks’. This feature will be of benefit if you regularly access a large number of channels, or frequently change repeaters. If your radio is programmed for channel banking, each position on the channel selector denotes a channel bank. To select channel banks 1 to 16: ■ Turn the channel selector to the channel bank you want.
Understanding how the radio displays channels The number of channels in each bank differs according to the radio’s configuration: Configuration Number of channels per bank channel selector selects channels Up to 16 channels in each bank channel selector Up to 32 channels in each bank selects channel banks When a new channel or channel bank is selected, the radio’s channel will change to the channel number specified within the newly selected bank, and the channel name or number will appear in the display
Making a call To make a call: 1 Select the desired channel as described in “Selecting a channel” on page 29, or “Selecting a channel bank” on page 30. 2 Check that the channel is clear. If the busy symbol appears in the display and the status LED is glowing green, the channel is busy and you may not be able to make your call. 3 Once the channel is clear, hold the radio so that the microphone is about 2.5cm (one inch) from your mouth. 4 Press the PTT key to transmit.
Limiting call time Your radio may limit the amount of time you can talk (transmit) continuously. This is known as the ‘transmit timer’ or ‘time-out timer’ and allows other radio users to make calls on that channel. When the transmit timer is about to expire, your radio gives three medium-pitched beeps. Finish your conversation as soon as possible and release the PTT. For a short time, your radio may prevent you from making a call.
Scanning for channel activity A series of channels can be grouped together so that the radio can scan through them looking for activity automatically. Scan groups are selected in the same way as channels. Scan group channels can be set up to scan in three different ways. They can scan for: ■ Busy channels. ■ Priority channels. ■ The strongest signal (vote).
Scanning for the strongest signal (voting) With this type of scanning the scan group’s member channels carry the same traffic, and the radio searches for the channel with the strongest signal. Background scanning (Flexiscan) The Flexiscan scanning feature allows you to communicate on a selected channel, while a group of channels is scanned for valid activity in the background. A Flexiscan scan group can contain up to 15 member channels. To activate Flexiscan: ■ Press the assigned function key.
Hearing all activity on a channel Squelch override allows you to hear all activity on a channel no matter how faint or noisy. This setting is useful when a caller is very hard to hear. To turn squelch override on and off: ■ Press the assigned function key. OR to enter menu mode (if the 1 Long press the menu key radio displays a submenu option, press the clear key to enter the main menu). 2 Scroll through the main menu options using the arrow until USER SETTINGS is displayed.
Checking that a channel is clear Your radio is capable of segregating individuals or groups of users by means of audible or subaudible tones (known as signalling). This means that in normal operation you may not be able to hear all calls being transmitted on a channel. However, your radio may be programmed with the monitor function which, when activated, allows you to hear all activity on a channel. This is useful if you want to check whether a channel is clear before making a call.
Making and receiving different types of calls The type of calls available to your radio depends on the way in which it is programmed. This section covers: ■ making an individual or group call ■ resending calls automatically ■ receiving an individual or group call ■ informing other radio users of your status ■ calling a telephone or a remote device ■ making an emergency call ■ activating the automated emergency call feature ■ sending and receiving text messages.
One-touch preset calls A single one-touch call may also be assigned to one of the function keys. To make a one-touch preset call, press the assigned function key. Dialling individual or group calls Note: This feature is only available for radios with an alphanumeric keypad. To call a group or individual using dialling: 1 Select a channel that has Selcall programmed. 2 Long press the menu key to enter menu mode (if the radio displays a submenu option, short press the clear key to enter the main menu).
Resending calls automatically Your radio may have been programmed to resend individual and group calls when they are not answered. Your radio has two automatic callback features: ■ Deferred calling. ■ No acknowledgement retries. Deferred calling When you attempt to make a call on a channel that is busy, the radio can store and send the call once the channel is free.
Receiving an individual or group call When a call is received that contains your radio’s identity, CALL will flash in the display and the radio gives a ringing tone. To accept a call: ■ Press the PTT key and begin speaking. If the call is a group call, there is usually no need to respond.
Informing other radio users of your status You can inform other radio users of your current status by sending them a status update, for example, ‘On site’. You may be able to attach a status update to an individual or group call. About status messages A status message contains information about your current activity or location, which is sent to the called radio. Status messages are defined when your radio is programmed.
Calling a telephone or a remote device You can call a telephone or send control codes to a remote device using a feature called DTMF (the tone-based system used by the world telephone network). There are two ways to make a DTMF call: ■ Using a preset call. ■ Dialling a number. Making a preset DTMF call A preset DTMF call may be assigned to one of the function keys. To make a call: 1 Select the channel the DTMF call is assigned to. 2 Press the assigned function key.
Making an emergency call Activate emergency mode by using the function key programmed for emergency mode. Note: The emergency function key may be programmed for either a short key press or long key press. 1 Press the emergency function key and an emergency call is sent to your dispatcher, or some other predetermined location. The radio then enters emergency mode. While emergency mode is active, your radio may cycle between receive and transmit, so that your dispatcher can hear any activity near the radio.
Activating the automated emergency call feature Your radio has an automated emergency feature called ‘lone worker’. Lone worker enables an emergency call to be sent if you become incapacitated while working alone. The lone worker feature works by monitoring your activity. If no key press is detected within a specified period, a warning tone will sound (also for a specified period), after which an emergency call will be made. To turn the lone worker feature on and off: ■ Press the assigned function key.
Sending and receiving text messages Your radio may be able to send and receive text messages. Reading text messages When your radio receives a message, SDM (short data message) flashes in the lower left-hand corner of the display and the radio gives three short, medium-pitched beeps. ■ To read a message, long press the menu key . The message appears across both rows of the display. ■ To scroll through the message, use the arrow keys .
3 Enter a new message using the keypad (see “Entering a message” on page 47) OR Press an arrow key to begin editing an existing message, then proceed in the same way as for entering a new message. 4 Short press the menu key. The message, ENTER ID will be displayed, along with the receiver’s identity for the last SDM transmission. 5 Short press the menu key again to send the message using the existing ID.
Changing your radio’s settings Your radio’s audible indicators, radio functions and display settings can be customized to meet your requirements in the Display Settings, User Settings and Alert Settings menus. This section covers: ■ changing display settings (display settings menu) ■ changing operational settings (user settings menu) ■ changing audible tone settings (alert settings menu).
2 Short press the menu key , then scroll through the available menu options until NIGHT is displayed. 3 Short press the menu key to turn backlighting on and off. 4 Long press the menu key to exit menu mode. Adjusting contrast If the radio’s display is too light or too dark, you can adjust the LCD contrast using the contrast adjustment function. The contrast can be adjusted using a function key or the menu.
Displaying the received signal strength indicator (RSSI) When this option is turned on, the strength of the received signal is displayed in the lower left-hand corner of the menu display . To turn RSSI on and off: 1 Enter the display settings menu as described at the beginning of this section. 2 Short press the menu key , then scroll through the available menu options until RSSI is displayed. 3 Short press the menu key to turn RSSI ON and OFF. 4 Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.
by transmitting at low power. While low power transmit is active, transmissions are made at low power rather than at the preset power level. Turning low power transmit on and off While low power transmit mode is active, the low power transmit icon is displayed in the icon bar. To turn low power transmit on and off: ■ Press the assigned function key. OR 1 Enter the user settings menu as described at the beginning of this section.
3 Short press the menu key to turn economy mode on and off. 4 Long press the menu key to exit menu mode. Locking the keypad keys and the PTT key The keypad lock and PTT lock prevents you from pressing a key accidentally. Which keypad keys are locked depends on how your radio was programmed, but the clear key can never be locked. Locking the keypad keys To activate or deactivate the keypad lock: ■ Press the assigned function key.
2 Short press the menu key , then scroll through the available menu options until PTTLOCK is displayed. 3 The current status (LOCKED or UNLOCKED) is displayed underneath. 4 Short press the menu key to lock and unlock the PTT key. 5 Long press the menu key to exit menu mode. Answering a call If a call is received while the keypad is locked, press any key to answer. Choosing a DTMF Dialling Mode Note: This setting applies to TP8120 radios only.
To activate repeater talkaround: ■ Press the assigned function key. To deactivate repeater talkaround: ■ Press the function key again or change to another channel. Note: Repeater talkaround is not accessible through the menu. Changing Audible Tone Settings (Alert Settings Menu) Note: Some or all audible tone features may not be available or able to be modified on your radio. Key tone settings can be modified using the alert settings menu.
Turning Key Tones On and Off To turn keypress tones on and off: 1 Enter the alert settings menu as described at the beginning of this section. 2 Short press the menu key , then scroll through the available menu options until KEYTONES is displayed. 3 Short press the menu key to select on or off. 4 Long press the menu key to exit menu mode. Disabling Audible Tones Note: Audible tones may not be available or able to be modified on your radio.
2 Short press the menu key , then scroll through the available menu options until LEVEL is displayed. The current status (HIGH or LOW) is displayed underneath. 3 Short press the menu key to select high or low. 4 Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.
Charging and caring for batteries This section describes how to charge your Tait radio battery as well as care for it, to ensure safe operation, maximum performance and prolonged battery life. Warning: Your battery is designed and manufactured to the highest standard. If you are using a Lithium-ion battery, special care must be taken to avoid personal injury or property damage. For your safety, follow the instructions included with your Tait charger and battery.
Removing the battery See also “Attaching the battery” on page 17. To remove the battery from the radio, so that the battery can be charged or replaced: 1 Squeeze and quickly release both battery catches to release the catch mechanism. Note: Don’t push down on the battery; allow the catch mechanism to release the battery from the radio. 2 Remove the battery from the radio.
1 Connect the charger to the correct Tait power adaptor, and power on the power adaptor. The three charger LEDs all light up for about two seconds. 2 Put the battery in the charger and check that it is correctly seated. The red LED charging. lights up, to indicate that the battery is When the green LED charged. lights up, the battery is fully Note: If the amber LED lights up, there is a fault. Switch off the power adaptor and refer to “Troubleshooting your charger” on page 62.
Storing a nickel metal hydride (NiMH) battery To prepare an NiMH battery for storage: ■ Remove the battery from the radio. The battery can be either charged or discharged. ■ Store the battery in a cold, dry place. Using batteries after storage Batteries that have been stored must be charged before being used. See “Charging the battery” on page 58. NiMH batteries that have been stored for longer than three months may not last an entire shift. This is normal.
Troubleshooting If you are experiencing difficulty operating your radio, you may find the following sections helpful. Consult your radio provider for assistance, if necessary. This section covers: ■ when your radio won’t turn on ■ removing a belt clip ■ checking the version of your radio ■ troubleshooting your charger ■ general care ■ cleaning the radio.
2 Lift the release lock up (away from the metal slider) and hold it in position. 3 Slide the belt clip out. Checking the version of your radio Your radio provider may ask you for the hardware and firmware version of your radio, for troubleshooting purposes. Troubleshooting your charger Charger LEDs do not light up Possible reason(s) and solution(s) include: ■ The power adaptor is not connected, or not turned on. Remove power adaptor plug and refit. ■ The battery has not been detected.
General care Your radio requires no regular maintenance other than ensuring that the battery has sufficient charge and that no damage has occurred to the antenna or the battery. To prevent permanent damage to the radio case, do not allow the radio to come into contact with detergents, alcohol, aerosol sprays, or petroleum-based products. For battery care, see “Charging and caring for batteries” on page 57. Cleaning the radio If you need to clean the radio case, use a cloth dampened with clean water.
Function key options Note: Some functions are not permitted in some countries. The features below can be assigned to the function keys when the radio is programmed. If you do not know which features have been programmed for your radio, see your system administrator. For information on function keys, see “About the function keys” on page 19. Common functions Function Description Audible Tones Turns audible tones on and off. Backlighting Turns backlighting on.
Function Description Low Power Transmit Changes the transmit power from medium or high to low. Pressing the key again returns the transmit power to the programmed level. Channels can also be programmed for low power. Night Use Turns night operation mode on and off. Nuisance Delete Temporarily deletes the current channel from the scanning regime. One Touch Call Sends a preset Selcall call or DTMF call, or selects a channel.
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