TP9300 DMR Portable Radios User’s Guide DRAFT MPD-00001-02 · Issue 2 · November 2012
Contents For your safety .......................................................... 9 Menu maps ....................................................................... 19 1 About this guide ...................................................... 21 Safety warnings used in this guide........................................... 21 Related documentation.................................................................... 21 2 Before using your radio ........................................
Adjusting the speaker volume ......................................................... 43 Locking and unlocking the keypad ............................................... 43 Using a wireless headset .....................................................................44 Changing the radio’s operating mode .........................................46 5 Operating in trunked mode................................. 47 Checking that your network is available ...................................
Transmitting at low power ................................................................. 90 Ending active calls ................................................................................... 91 Activating the repeater before a call ............................................92 Communicating directly with other radios ................................93 Receiving a call ......................................................................................... 94 Receiving a text message ..............
Cleaning the contacts of the battery.................................... 122 Cleaning the radio ............................................................................ 122 Directive 1999/5/CE Declaration of Conformity . 123 Tait Software Licence Agreement ..........................
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For your safety Before using your radio, please read the following important safety and compliance information. Radio frequency exposure information For your own safety and to ensure you comply with the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) radio frequency (RF) exposure guidelines, please read the following information before using this radio.
■ Do not talk (transmit) on the radio more than the rated transmit duty cycle. This is important because the radio radiates more energy when it is transmitting than when it is receiving. ■ When listening and talking on the radio, hold it upright in front of your face so that it is at least one inch (2.5 cm) away from any part of your face. Keeping the radio at the recommended distance is important because exposure to RF decreases rapidly the further away the antenna is from your body.
■ Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 Edition. This radio complies with the IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environments at operating duty factors of up to 50% talk to 50% listen.
CFR Title 47 Part 15.19 (a) (3) - All other devices This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Radio frequency emissions limits in Canada This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s).
■ Regional Planning channels, as defined in § 90.531 (b) (3). ■ Itinerant channels, as defined in § 90.531 (b) (4). Use of encryption This radio complies with § 90.553 (a) of 47 CFR. This states that: ■ Encryption is not permitted on the nationwide Interoperability calling channels. These channels are defined in § 90.531 (b) (1) (ii). ■ Radios using encryption must have a readily accessible switch or control to allow the radio user to disable encryption.
protection of health and safety of users, as well as electromagnetic compatibility. Intended purpose of product This product is an FM radio transceiver. It is intended for radiocommunication in the Private Mobile Radio (PMR) or Public Access Mobile Radio (PAMR) services, to be used in all member states of the European Union (EU) and states within the European Economic Area (EEA).
■ medical devices such as hearing aids and pacemakers ■ medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. Switch off the radio before boarding an aircraft. Using your radio while in the air is not permitted. Consult the manufacturer (or its representative) of any such electronic devices to determine whether electronic circuits in those devices will perform normally when the radio is transmitting.
instructions. Interference with blasting operations could cause serious injury or death. Radio installation and operation in vehicles Warning Keep the radio away from airbags and airbag deployment areas. Do not install, charge, or place a radio near such areas. An activated airbag can propel a portable radio with sufficient force to cause serious injury to vehicle occupants. An airbag may not perform to specification if obstructed by a radio.
Electromagnetic compatibility in European vehicles In the European Community, radio equipment fitted to automotive vehicles is regulated by Directive 72/245/ EEC and its amendments. The requirements of this directive cover the electromagnetic compatibility of electrical or electronic equipment fitted to automotive vehicles. Unapproved modifications or changes to radio The radio is designed to satisfy the applicable compliance regulations.
Use of lithium-ion batteries Warning A damaged battery can cause an explosion or fire, and can result in personal injury and/or property damage. To prevent personal injury and/or damage to property, read the important safety information supplied with the battery. Short-circuiting battery contacts Warning Do not short-circuit the battery contacts, neither intentionally nor accidentally, e.g. by placing the battery with conductive materials such as keys or jewelry inside a pocket or container.
Menu maps Main menu (trunked mode) Preset calls Set zone Set workgroup Go to homegroup Scanning Send Status Text message Preset message Edit message New message Dispatcher call Broadcast call Send group Send to preset Send to dialed Conference call Send group Send to preset Send to dialed Priority call Send dispatcher Send to preset Send to dialed Emergency call Send dispatcher Send to preset Send to dialed Wireless headset Connect Reconnect last Disconnect Connection info Manage headsets Find new devices O
Main menu (conventional mode) Xband repeater Channels Talkaround Zones Call settings Address book Ignore 2-tone Local calls Alert settings Set status External alert Dial radio call Indicator level Dial patch call Keypress tones Wireless headset Quiet operation Connect Silent operation Reconnect last Display settings Disconnect Backlight level Connection info Backlighting Manage headsets Contrast adjust Find new devices RSSI Options Radio info Power-on option Key settings Auto-connect Version info Radio sett
1 About this guide This user’s guide provides information about the TP9300 portable radios. If your radio does not operate as you expect, contact your radio provider for assistance. Safety warnings used in this guide Please follow exactly any instruction that appears in the text as an ‘alert’. An alert provides necessary safety information as well as instruction in the proper use of the product.
■ Li-ion Battery Safety Information—supplied with each Li-ion battery. ■ Battery Care and Charging Guide—supplied with each charger. (The same information is in the section “Charging and caring for batteries” on page 109.
2 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 2.5 hours for this.
For your safety — battery warning Warning This radio uses a Lithium-ion battery. If the battery is damaged or handled in an unsafe manner, it can cause personal injury and/or damage to property. Read the important safety information included with your battery. Attaching labels to the radio or battery Warning Do not cover the battery vent hole or the vent hole on the radio chassis. If the vent on the battery is obstructed, the battery may explode, causing personal injury and/or damage to property.
The diagram below shows the specified dimensions of the label. 0.28 in (7 mm) R0.13 in (3.2 mm) 1.22 in (31 mm) maximum label thickness: 0.03 in (0.8 mm) Charging the battery before first use Before using your battery for the first time, you must charge it. Follow the instructions included with your Tait charger. This information is repeated in the section "Charging and caring for batteries" on page 109. For best charging performance, switch off the radio before placing it in the charger.
Removing the battery The battery is secured to the radio by a battery catch in the radio’s rear panel. To remove the battery from the radio, so that the battery can be charged or replaced: 1 Slide the battery catch up. 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.
Removing a belt clip The belt clip has been designed to prevent accidental removal, but you can take it off, if required. To remove a belt clip from a battery: 1 Insert a flat screwdriver blade or similar flat object under the lip of the release lock (that is, between it and the metal slider). 2 Lift the release lock up (away from the metal slider) and hold it in position. 3 Slide the belt clip out. Installing an accessory Accessories plug into the radio’s accessory connector.
3 Getting started This section gives an overview of your DMR radio, describes the radio’s controls and indicators, and explains how the radio menus are organized.
About your DMR digital radio Your digital radio may be programmed for DMR (digital) trunking, MPT (analog) trunking, or both (dual mode). Dual mode networks are able to receive both digital and analog calls. Fully-featured conventional analog operation is also available. You may notice differences between analog and digital calls in terms of: ■ static noise in low signal areas, and ■ radio coverage in marginal reception areas.
About the radio controls The radio controls are the PTT key, power/volume control, channel selector, 3-way selector control (optional), scroll keys, selection keys, and function keys. Some keys have functions assigned to both short and long key presses: ■ a short key press is less than one second, and ■ a long key press is more than one second. The radio controls and their functions are described in the following sections.
Name Function PTT key Press and hold to transmit and release to listen Power/volume Rotate to turn the radio on and change control the speaker volume Channel selector Select and change channels 3-way selector Select frequently used features (optional) Left and right Action determined by the text above the selection keys selection key Scroll keys Scroll up and down through a list of menu options, scroll left and right in messages, or select the Quick Access menu Function keys Programmed for frequentl
Understanding the radio display The messages and icons you see on your radio display depend on the mode in which your radio is operating and the way it is programmed.
Icon Meaning Homegroup: your radio has been returned to the homegroup using the homegroup toggle function key Call queuing: call queuing is turned on Call queuing: there are calls in the call queue Network (flashing): your radio is registered on a DMR or MPT trunked network Trunking: your radio has established a call and you are now able to speak to the other party Conventional mode icons Monitor or squelch override: monitor or squelch override is turned on Scanning: your radio is monitoring a group of ch
Understanding the radio indicators The status LED indicator 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. The way these indicators behave may be affected by the way your radio is programmed.
Color Meaning Orange (network) Flashing: you are registered on a trunked network All LEDs off Trunked: network not available, or your radio is attempting to register on a trunked network Conventional: receive standby Audible tones The radio uses audible tones to alert you to its status: ■ Radio controls and keypress tones—the tones and beeps you hear when you press your radio’s keys or use the controls. ■ Incoming call tone—when the radio is receiving a call.
Tone Meaning One long, low- ■ Invalid keypress: the action you have pitched beep attempted is not permitted ■ Transmission inhibited: you have attempted to transmit, but for some reason you cannot make a call at this time 36 Getting started One short, low-pitched beep Function deactivated: a function has been turned off (using either the Main menu or a function key) Two short beeps Radio turned on: the radio is powered on and ready to use
Using function keys to access frequently used features The function keys provide access to some of the features you will use most often. These features are assigned to the function keys when the radio is programmed. Some keys may have a feature associated with both a short key press and a long key press.
Navigating the radio’s menus Your radio has a number of menus, each containing lists or submenus. The menus available depend on the way your radio is programmed. Using the Main menu To access the Main menu, press the right selection key whenever Menu appears above it. Channel 12 Zone 11Menu Lock Use the scroll keys to move through the menu list. Main menu Zones Address book Back Select When the menu you want is highlighted, press Select to open the menu you have chosen.
Accessing frequently used menus Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may have two different Quick Access menus. One Quick Access menu is displayed when you press a scroll key, and the other when you press the left selection key. These give you easy access to the menus you use most often. Using the scroll key Quick Access menu There are two ways to use this Quick Access menu: ■ Use the scroll keys to scroll through a list of zones or channels.
Using the left selection key Quick Access menu The text above the left selection key corresponds to the Quick Access menu, for example, Zones. To use this Quick Access menu: ■ Press the left selection key and the associated menu appears. Channel 12 Zone 11Menu Zones Using the alphanumeric keys to search a list This feature is only available for radios with alphanumeric keys. If a blinking cursor appears when you select a list, you are able to search for the menu item you want using the alphanumeric keys.
4 Basic operation This section describes the basic operation of your radio, including turning on the radio, adjusting the volume, locking the keypad, using a wireless headset, and changing the operating mode of the radio.
Turning the radio on and off Rotate the power/volume control switch clockwise to turn the radio on. Rotate the switch counterclockwise to turn the radio off. When the radio is first turned on, the status LED briefly glows red, and the radio gives two short beeps. Your radio may not turn on if your battery is very low. (See “Low battery warning” on page 114.) Security lock on power-up feature Your radio may be automatically locked each time it is powered-up.
Adjusting the speaker volume Rotate the power/volume control clockwise to increase the speaker volume and counterclockwise to decrease the volume. The volume control also changes the volume level of the radio’s audible indicators. Locking and unlocking the keypad The keypad lock feature prevents you from pressing a key accidentally. The number of keys that are locked depends on the way your radio is programmed. If you receive a call while the keypad is locked, press any key to answer.
Using a wireless headset You may be able to connect a Bluetooth® wireless headset to your radio, using the Wireless Headset menu or a function key. Before attempting to connect a wireless headset, check that the headset is fully charged, and turned on. While the wireless headset is connected, the wireless headset icon appears in the display. When you have selected a menu option in the Wireless Headset menu, you can still receive and reply to calls without interrupting the selected operation.
Reconnecting a wireless headset 1 Press Menu and select Wireless headset > Connect. Alternatively, if you have previously used the headset with your radio, select Wireless headset > Reconnect. Wireless headset Connect Reconnect last Back Select (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to use a function key to connect and disconnect a wireless headset.
Changing the radio’s operating mode The way your radio performs basic functions, such as sending and receiving calls, depends on the operating mode of your network. The two operating modes that may be available on your radio are: ■ trunked mode (see “Operating in trunked mode” on page 47), and ■ conventional mode (see “Operating in conventional mode” on page 76). To change your operating mode: 1 Press Menu and select Change mode.
5 Operating in trunked mode This section explains how your radio operates on a DMR (digital), MPT (analog) or dual-mode trunked network. Your radio must have trunking functionality programmed before it can operate in DMR or MPT trunked mode.
Checking that your network is available Check that the orange LED is flashing and the network icon appears in the display. These are the indications that your radio has access to a trunked network. If the network icon is flashing, your radio is attempting to access the trunked network. If this icon remains flashing, your radio may be out of the network coverage area.
Dialing a new network This feature is only available for radios with alphanumeric keys. 1 Dial *700# to display the name of the current trunked network. 2 Dial *70n# to change to a new network, where n is the number of the new network (1 to 4). The radio will restart, and display a power-up message followed by the name of the new network.
Making a preset call The preset calls programmed for your radio may be to other radios, to PABX extensions or to PSTN numbers. 1 Select Menu > Preset calls. Main menu Preset calls Set zone Back Select (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to use a function key, or left selection key to select the Preset Calls menu.) 2 In the Preset Calls menu, scroll through the list of calls until the call you want appears, then press Send.
About trunked zones and workgroups Trunked zones and workgroups are used to manage the calls on the trunked system. Zones typically define geographic areas (towns, suburbs or counties), or branches of an organization. Workgroups span multiple zones, and typically define functions, work areas or job roles. When your radio belongs to a workgroup, it is said to be ‘subscribed’, and you receive all calls directed to that group of users.
Selecting a workgroup 1 Select Menu > Set workgroup. Main menu Set workgroup Go to homegroup Back Select (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to use the scroll keys, left selection key or channel selector to select a workgroup.) 2 In the Set Workgroup menu, scroll through the list of workgroups until the workgroup you want appears. 3 Press Select. 4 Check that the network icon display.
Selecting the homegroup Your ‘homegroup’ is the workgroup in which your radio usually operates. To return to your homegroup at any time, you may be able to use the main menu, or use a function key. Using the Main menu 1 Select Menu > Go to homegroup. Main menu Go to homegroup Scanning Back Select 2 Press Select, and the radio now shows your homegroup in the default display.
Scanning workgroups The ‘My Workgroups’ list comprises the current workgroup, the homegroup, and other programmed groups. When scanning is active, the radio will receive activity from any subscribed groups in the My Workgroups list. To activate scanning: 1 Select Menu > Scanning. Main menu Scanning Send Back Select (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to use a function key to select scanning.) 2 Scroll to On (or Off) and press Select.
About emergency operation In an emergency you may be able to summon help by sending an emergency call. After making the call, your radio may be programmed to enter emergency mode. While emergency mode is active, your radio may cycle between receive and transmit, so that your dispatcher or the called party can hear any activity near your radio. On most networks, an emergency call takes precedence over other call types, and existing calls are cleared down so that the emergency call can proceed.
Dialing an emergency call This feature is only available for radios with alphanumeric keys. 1 Dial *9. 2 Press Send or the or PTT key. An emergency call is now sent to the emergency location that has been programmed for your radio. If you wish to send an emergency call to another radio, you may be able to dial *9*n then press the or PTT key. In this case, n is the radio unit number you wish to send the emergency call to and may be a two- or three-digit number.
Dialing a PABX number This feature is only available for radios with alphanumeric keys. To dial a PABX extension: 1 Dial n, where n is the PABX extension you wish to call. 2 Press Send or the or PTT key. The call details appear in the display. While the call is being setup, you can cancel the call by pressing Clear. Dialing a PSTN number This feature is only available for radios with alphanumeric keys. To dial a PSTN number: 1 Dial 0n, where n is the PSTN number you wish to call.
Receiving a call When you receive a call, your radio displays the caller’s identity and responds in one of two ways, depending on the way it was programmed and the way your network operates. ■ On-air call setup: The radio gives a ring and automatically accepts the call. The icon appears in the display. ■ Full off-air call setup (FOACSU): When a call is received, the radio rings like a telephone. To accept the call, press Answer. The radio gives a beep and the icon appears in the display.
Re-establishing a call The last number recall, unanswered call and callback functions allow you to re-establish calls using the PTT key. Last number recall When an outgoing call has ended, the message Last call to and the called unit’s identity may appear on the display. To make a call to that person again, briefly press the PTT key. Unanswered call When an incoming call is missed, the message Missed call and the caller’s identity may appear in the display. To return the call, briefly press the PTT key.
Checking missed calls If you have missed an incoming call, it may be stored in the call queue, so that you can return the call later. Information about the last missed call is shown in the display and the queued call icon appears. In the example below, the last call received was a status message from Car 1. This call is the first of three calls stored in the call queue.
To activate call queuing: ■ select Menu > Radio settings > Call settings > Call queuing and choose On, ■ press the function key programmed for Call queuing, or ■ dial *48 then press the or PTT key. The message Call queuing activated appears. To change call queuing to unanswered call queuing: ■ select Menu > Radio settings > Call settings > Call queuing and choose Off, ■ press the function key programmed for Call queuing, or ■ dial #48 then press the or PTT key.
About status messages A status message is sent to another party to indicate your current activity or location, such as “en route” or “at lunch”. If the radio receiving your message has been programmed with the same status messages, it will decode and display your message. If you receive a status message, the message is automatically queued, since a response is not expected. Selecting a status message 1 Select Menu > Send > Status.
Dialing a status message If your radio has alphanumeric keys, the status messages programmed for your radio can be dialed. To dial the message, you need to know the number associated with the status message. To dial a status message: 1 Dial *0s*n, where s is the number of the status message and n is the radio unit number you wish to send the message to. 2 Alternatively, dial *0s*p, where p is the number of a preset call. See “Dialing a preset call” on page 50 for more information.
About trunked text messages Your radio may be programmed so that you can send text messages. The three options for creating text messages are selecting a preset text message, editing a draft text message, or creating a new text message. To either edit or enter a text message, your radio must have alphanumeric keys. Using the alphanumeric keys to enter text When the alphanumeric keys are used to enter a text message, they have special functions.
Sending a preset text message 1 Press Menu and select Send > Text message > Preset message. Text message Preset message Edit message Back Select In the Preset Message menu, a short label representing each message is displayed. 2 Scroll through the list of preset message labels until the one you want appears. Preset message Contact Site Back Select 3 Press Select, and the text message you have chosen is now displayed.
3 When the message is complete, press Options and select Send. Creating a new text message 1 Press Menu and select Send > Text message > New message. The last text message you sent may be displayed. 2 In the New Message menu, modify the last text message you sent, or enter the new text message using the alphanumeric keys. 3 When the message is complete, press Options and select Send. Sending a text message 1 When you have chosen or entered a message, press Options and the Text Options menu opens.
Placing the radio in do-not-disturb mode If you do not want calls for a while, you can place the radio in do-not-disturb mode, so that incoming calls can be ignored. You can make outgoing calls in the usual way. While do-not-disturb mode is active, incoming calls cannot be stored in the call queue. Using a function key 1 Press the function key programmed for do not disturb, to activate the do-not-disturb function. The message Do not disturb activated appears in the display.
Calls to conventional channels or conventional groups You may be able to dial conventional channels or groups, using 101 to 110. The channels or groups called using these numbers are programmed for your radio. To call a conventional channel or group: 1 Dial the number for the channel or group you wish to call. 2 Press Send or the or PTT key. Your radio switches to the conventional channel programmed for that number.
6 Dialing calls in trunked mode If your radio has alphanumeric keys, you can make dialed calls from your radio. The numbers you dial and dialing features available depend on the way your radio is programmed and the way your network operates. Contact your radio provider for further assistance.
MPT 1343 dialing If your MPT or DMR trunked network uses the MPT 1343 dialing scheme, your radio’s unique number on the network consists of: ■ a three-digit prefix, ■ a four-digit fleet number, and ■ a two- or three-digit radio unit number. You may also be part of a group, with a two- or threedigit group number. Finding your radio’s MPT number To find your radio’s full MPT number: 1 Dial *700. 2 Press the # or PTT key. The name associated with your network and your radio’s full MPT number appears.
MPT 1343 dialed calls The following table summarizes the way you dial calls to other radios and groups of radios and gives an example of each type of call. In the following examples, the final # may be replaced by a short press of the PTT key.
Nokia ANN fleet calls If your trunked network uses Nokia ANN dialing, the numbers you dial depend on your fleet size. Fleets are defined as either large, small or mini. Your radio’s unique number on the network consists of: ■ a lead number 7, 8 or 9, depending on the fleet size, ■ a zero-, one-, two- or three-digit prefix, ■ a one- or two-digit fleet number, and ■ a two- or three-digit radio unit number. See your radio provider or network administrator for Nokia ANN call details.
Nokia ANN dialed calls The following table summarizes the way you dial calls to other radios and gives an example of each type of call. In the following examples, the final # may be replaced by a short press of the PTT key.
Accessing common trunking functions The following tables explain how you can access special MPT or DMR trunking functions using the and # keys. The availability of these functions is dependant on the way your radio is programmed and the way your network operates. In the following examples, the final # may be replaced by a short press of the PTT key. *...
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7 Operating in conventional mode This section explains how to operate your radio on a conventional network. This includes how to make and receive different types of calls, use your radio in different repeater areas, and scan a group of channels for activity.
Selecting a zone A zone is a collection of channels and groups. When you select a zone, only the channels and groups assigned to that zone are available. 1 Select Menu > Zones. Main menu Zones Address book Back Select (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to use the scroll keys or left selection key to select the Zones menu.) 2 In the Zones menu, scroll through the list of zones until the one you want appears.
Selecting a channel 1 Select Menu > Channels. Main menu Channels Zones Back Select (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to use the scroll keys or left selection key to select the Channels menu.) 2 In the Channels menu, scroll through the list of channels until the channel you want appears. Channels Channel 9 Scan 1 Back Select 3 Press Select, and the programmed channel is now shown in the display.
Selecting a group A group is a collection of channels that are grouped together for either scanning or voting. In the Channels menu, the group is shown as being a single channel item, e.g. “Scan1”. The sections “Using the radio in different repeater areas” on page 97 and “Scanning a group of channels” on page 98 explain how your radio operates once a scan group or voting group has been selected. Using the Main menu 1 Select Menu > Channels.
Dialing a group This feature is only available for radios with alphanumeric keys. To dial the group number from the default display: 1 Dial the number associated with the group using the alphanumeric keys. 12 Clear Select 2 Press Select, and the programmed group is now shown in the display. The scanning icon appears in the display.
Checking that a channel is clear Monitor allows you to override some or all of the radio’s mutes, and hear if there is any traffic on a channel. For analog channels, this is so that you can check that the channel is clear before you make a call. Turning monitor on and off 1 Press Menu and select Radio settings > Functions > Monitor. (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to press a function key to toggle monitor on and off.) 2 Scroll to On (or Off) and press Select.
Making a call 1 Select the required channel or scan group. You may need to select the zone you want first, then select the channel or group from that zone. 2 Check that the channel is clear. If the LED is glowing green, the channel is busy and you may not be able to transmit. 3 Once the channel is clear (the green LED is off), lift the microphone off the microphone clip. 4 Hold the microphone about 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth. 5 Press and hold the PTT key to transmit.
Making a call using the address book The Address Book menu has a programmed list of calls, which can be made from any channel or zone. Addressbook calls may also be used to send status information, such as “at lunch” or “on site”, or to change to a channel or group. Using the Main menu 1 Select Menu > Address book.
Making a local call Each channel on your radio may have one or more local calls programmed. Using the Main menu 1 Select the required channel. 2 Select Menu > Local calls. Main menu Local calls Set status Back Select 3 In the Local Calls menu, scroll through the list of local calls until the call you want appears. 4 Press Send. The call details appear in the display, the LED glows red, and appears in the display. Using the Quick Access menu 1 Select the required channel.
Dialing a local call This feature is only available for radios with alphanumeric keys. To make a local call to another radio or group of radios: 1 Select the required channel. 2 Select Menu > Dial radio call. Alternatively, your radio may be programmed so a local call can be dialed directly from the default display. In this case, you can start dialing the call without selecting the menu option. A series of X and S characters may appear, prompting you to dial over them.
Connecting to a telephone network You may be able to use your radio to connect to a telephone network. This type of call is known as a DTMF patch call. To make a DTMF patch call, you may be able to either: ■ use a programmed function key, ■ use the Main menu to dial the call, ■ make a local call (see “Making a local call” on page 84), or ■ use your address book (see “Making a call using the address book” on page 83).
Using the Main menu This feature is only available for radios with alphanumeric keys. To dial a DTMF patch call by using the Main menu: Depending on how DTMF patch calls are programmed, some or the following steps may not be necessary. 1 Select the required channel. 2 Select Menu > Dial patch call. 3 Dial the required number using the alphanumeric keys. 4 Press Send. Your radio may send tones to capture the line. 5 Press Send to send the number dialed in step 3.
Making an emergency call You may be able to activate emergency mode by using a programmed function key. 1 Press the function key programmed for Emergency Mode and an emergency call is sent to your dispatcher, or some other predetermined location. While emergency mode is active, your radio may cycle between receive and transmit, so that your dispatcher can hear any activity near the radio. Alternatively, your radio may appear to turn off but will actually remain in emergency mode.
Sending a status message Your radio may be able to maintain a record of your current status. This status may be sent with outgoing calls programmed to contain status information. If the radio receiving your message has been programmed with the same status messages, it will decode and display your message. The message indicates your current activity or location, such as “en route” or “at lunch”. To change you current status: 1 Select Menu > Set status.
Transmitting at low power If you want to transmit at low power, you can override your radio’s programmed power settings. To change to low-power transmit on your current channel, you may be able to either use a programmed function key, or use the Main menu. Using the Main menu 1 Select Menu > Radio settings > Functions > Low power Tx. Functions Low power tx Monitor Back Select 2 In the Low Power Transmit menu, choose On. 3 Press Select.
Ending active calls You may have a function key programmed to either end the current call, or end the current call and all other active calls in your group. This can be done either by: ■ using the function key programmed for reset monitor to end your current call, ■ using the function key programmed for call cleardown to end your current call and all other calls in your group, or ■ using the function key programmed for both reset monitor and call cleardown.
Activating the repeater before a call A repeater-access tone is sent to activate the repeater before a call is made, so that the start of the call is not lost. To send a repeater-access tone, you may be able to either use the PTT key, or use a programmed function key. Using the PTT key 1 Press the PTT key and the repeater-access tone for the current channel is sent. The call details appear in the display, the LED glows red, and appears in the display. You may also hear signaling tones.
Communicating directly with other radios You can bypass the radio repeater and communicate directly with another radio. This feature is known as repeater talkaround. You can do this, for example, when you are out of range of the repeater, or if the repeater is busy or stops working. While repeater talkaround is active, all transmissions are made on the receive frequency of the channel you are on. To activate repeater talkaround, you may be able to either use a programmed function key, or use the Main menu.
Receiving a call When there is valid activity on your radio’s currently selected channel or group, the radio then unmutes and you can hear the call. If the incoming call contains special signaling that matches the signaling programmed for your radio, the LED flashes green and your radio may give a ringing tone. Receiving a text message Your radio may be able to display received text messages in conventional mode.
Hearing faint and noisy signals Your radio’s squelch allows the radio to unmute only when the strength of the incoming signal is above a predetermined threshold. This means that only signals of reasonable intelligibility are made audible. To make faint and noisy signals audible, use the squelch override function to unmute the radio. To activate squelch override, you may be able to either use the Main menu, or a programmed function key.
Using the function key programmed for monitor The function key programmed for monitor may be programmed so that a short key press turns monitor on, and a long key press turns squelch override on. To activate squelch override: ■ Press and hold the function key programmed for monitor to override the radio’s squelch. The message Squelch override activated appears in the display. While squelch override is on, the LED flashes green, and the squelch override icon appears in the display.
Using the radio in different repeater areas Your radio may have a group of channels programmed as a voting group. The channels in the voting group all carry the same traffic, but from different repeaters. As your radio moves in and out of different repeater coverage areas, the best communication channel is automatically selected for you to use, until a better communications channel is selected. This channel is known as the ‘home’ channel, and will be the channel you make and receive calls on.
Scanning a group of channels The scan function is used to monitor a programmed group of channels, looking for activity. While the radio is scanning for activity, the orange LED glows and the scanning icon appears in the display. When activity is detected on a channel in the scan group, the radio stops on that channel. The orange LED begins flashing, the radio unmutes and you can hear the call. Scanning resumes once the channel is no longer busy.
— your radio calls the last free channel. 4 When the called party responds, proceed with your conversation. Changing the background scan group assigned to a function key You can change the background scan group assigned to the function key programmed for group scanning or for scanning/nuisance delete. 1 Select Menu > Advanced > Set scan key. Advanced Set scan key Program groups Back Select 2 In the Set Scan Key menu, scroll through the list of background scan groups until the group you want appears.
■ Press and hold the function key programmed for scanning to remove the current channel from the scanning group. If the operation has been successful, the message Channel deleted from group appears in the display. Adding or deleting member channels of a group Your radio may be programmed so you can add or delete channels in a voting or scanning group. Changes made are permanent, and will remain after restarting the radio. 1 Select the group. See “Selecting a group” on page 79. 2 Press Edit.
2 Press Edit. If there is no edit option for the left selection key, the group cannot be changed. Alternatively, you may be able to edit groups by selecting Menu > Advanced > Program groups, then select the group you wish to edit. 3 In the Edit Group menu, choose Change tx chan. 4 Press Select. 5 Press the scroll keys to select the new transmit channel. 6 Press OK. If successful, the message Tx channel changed appears. To check the new group details, press Back and select the Group members menu option.
3 In the Edit Group menu, choose Change P1 or Change P2. 4 Press Select. 5 Press the scroll keys to select the new priority channel. 6 Press OK. If successful, the message Priority 1 channel changed or Priority 2 channel changed appears. To check the new group details, press Back and select the Group members menu option. The new priority channel has the or icon next to it.
group, when adding or deleting channels from a group, or changing a group’s transmit or priority channels. Message Meaning Scanning not You cannot use nuisance delete to temporarily delete a channel from a group, as there is no on group currently selected. No channel captured You cannot use nuisance delete to temporarily delete a channel from the group, as there is no channel currently captured (the orange LED is glowing and not flashing).
8 Customizing radio settings Your radio’s audible indicators and display settings can be changed in the Alert Settings menu and the Display Settings menu. These features are common to radios operating in either trunked or conventional mode.
Changing the external alert option If you are away from your radio and unable to answer calls immediately, an external alert, such as a car horn, may activate when you receive a call. The external alert continues for a period of time and is then turned off. To turn external alert on or off: 1 Select Menu > Radio settings > Alert settings > External alert.
Changing the volume of keypress tones Whenever you press the radio keys, the keypress tones give you an audible indication as to whether or not your action is allowed. A short, medium-pitched beep indicates that an action is allowed. A long, low-pitched beep indicates that the action is not allowed. To change the volume of your radio’s keypress tones: 1 Select Menu > Radio settings > Alert settings > Keypress tones.
Changing to silent operation When silent operation is on, all the radio’s audible tones are turned off, and only channel traffic can be heard. To turn silent operation on or off: 1 Select Menu > Radio settings > Alert settings > Silent operation. Alert settings Silent operation External alert Back Select 2 In the Silent Operation menu, scroll to either On or Off and press Select. While silent operation in on, the display.
Turning backlighting on momentarily You may be able to use a programmed function key to turn backlighting on momentarily. ■ Press the assigned function key to turn backlighting on. Backlighting remains on for a few seconds, and then turns off. Alternatively, the function key may be programmed so that: ■ a short key press turns backlighting on momentarily, and ■ a long key press turns backlighting on, and it remains on until there is a further long key press.
9 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.
About the chargers Unless otherwise indicated, the charging advice and instructions in this chapter apply to all chargers. There are three types of charger available for your Tait radio battery: ■ Desktop charger: Small enough to fit on a desk, it charges one battery at a time. ■ Multicharger: Charges up to six batteries. It can be mounted on a desk, on a wall, or in an equipment rack. ■ Vehicle charger: Charges one battery at a time while installed in a vehicle.
Before using the charger Handle the battery safely Warning Handle the battery safely. Failure to observe the following handling recommendations could result in personal injury and/or equipment damage. ■ Before using a Li-ion battery, please read the Li-ion Battery Safety Information (MPC-00006-xx) included with your battery, and follow the instructions it provides. Incorrect use of a Li-ion battery can cause explosion or fire.
Charging temperatures Notice Do not expose a battery to very high or very low temperatures for extended periods of time. Doing so will shorten the usable life (‘service life’) of the battery. To achieve the best results when charging your battery: ■ Before you begin to charge your battery, make sure that the battery temperature is close to the room temperature in which the battery is to be charged. ■ If possible, charge the battery in temperatures between 50 °F and 77 °F (between 10 °C and 25 °C).
continue while the ignition is off, and consider what effect this might have on the vehicle battery. To check, place the battery in the charger, and switch off the vehicle ignition: ■ If no charger LED stays lit, the charger will resume charging only when the ignition is switched on again. Minimal charger standby power will be drawn from the vehicle battery until then.
Low battery warning Notice Do not allow a radio battery to fully discharge every time you use it, or you will shorten the service life of the battery. When the battery is low, your radio warns you in the following ways: ■ The battery icon on the radio display looks empty. ■ The status LED on the radio slowly flashes red. ■ A high-pitched beep sounds. You should recharge or replace the battery as soon as possible. When the battery is completely empty, the message Battery is flat appears on the display.
Charging the battery Fully charge a battery before using it for the first time. This will take up to 2.5 hours. The red LED stays lit while the battery charges. To charge the battery: 1 Desktop charger: Connect the charger to the correct Tait power adaptor. Multicharger and vehicle charger: Power on the charger. Initially, all three LEDs are lit for two seconds. 2 Place just a battery in the charger, or a radio with a battery attached (desktop charger or multicharger only).
LED behavior If there is a battery in the charger when power is supplied to the charger, the LEDs behave as follows: LED Meaning briefly The charger has been connected to a power supply. The battery is charging. steady steady Charging complete. Remove the battery, or leave it in the charger. ■ The battery temperature is outside the normal charging range. Charging will start or resume once the temperature is within normal limits. No action is required. ■ There is a fault.
Removing the battery from the charger ■ Desktop charger and multicharger: Lift the battery/ radio out of the charger. ■ Vehicle charger: Pull the release bar up, and then lift out the battery. You can remove a battery/radio from the charger at any time without harming the battery, the radio, or the charger. When you return the battery/radio to the charger, charging is automatically resumed. You can also leave a battery/radio in the charger once charging is complete.
Cleaning the contacts of the battery Notice Do not scratch or scrape the contacts of the battery. If necessary, wipe the contacts of the battery with a dry, lint-free cloth to remove any dirt, oil or grease. Storing batteries When not in use for a month or more, batteries should be stored correctly to prolong their life. ■ Remove the battery from the radio before storage. ■ Fully charge the battery if storing for less than one month.
10 Troubleshooting This section describes troubleshooting procedures, and basic maintenance.
About troubleshooting If you are experiencing difficulty operating your radio, you may find the following sections helpful. Consult your radio provider for assistance, if necessary. When your radio won’t turn on If the LED on your radio does not glow red when the radio is turned on, it is probable that power is not reaching the radio.
Audible tone Meaning Two highThe radio’s temperature is in the very pitched beeps high range; all calls will now be at low power. If the radio’s temperature rises above this range, calls will be inhibited. Turn off the radio and allow it to cool down. Continuous low-pitched tone Radio system error: a system error has occurred and the radio may be inoperable. Contact your radio provider.
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. Notice 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 general battery care, see “Maintaining battery life and performance” on page 117.
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