DRAFT 4 TP9300 DMR Portable Radios User’s Guide MPD-00001-05 · Issue 5 · November 2014
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DRAFT 4 Contents For your safety........................................................ 8 Menu maps............................................................ 21 1 About this guide .................................................. 23 Safety warnings used in this guide ................................. 23 Related documentation................................................... 24 2 Before using your radio ...................................... 25 For your safety — battery warning......................
DRAFT 4 Making a local call .......................................................... Connecting to a telephone network................................ Making an emergency call.............................................. Sending a status message ............................................. Transmitting at low power .............................................. Ending active calls.......................................................... Activating the repeater before a call.............................
DRAFT 4 Receiving an encrypted call.......................................... 115 Removing encryption keys from the radio .................... 116 11 Customizing radio settings .............................. 117 Changing the volume of all audible indicators .............. Changing the volume of keypress tones ...................... Changing to quiet operation ......................................... Changing to silent operation......................................... Turning on backlighting .............
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DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 ■ 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.
DRAFT 4 ■ European Directive 2004/40/EC on minimum health and safety requirements regarding the exposure of workers to the risks arising from physical agents (electromagnetic fields). 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.
DRAFT 4 Radio frequency emissions limits in the USA CFR Title 47 Part 15.19 (a) (1) Receivers Part 15 of the FCC Rules imposes RF emission limits on receivers. This radio complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. 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.
DRAFT 4 USA public safety bands (764 –776 MHz and 794 – 806 MHz) The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 47 Subpart R deals with the use of frequencies in the 764 to 776 MHz and 794 to 806 MHz bands. Low-power channels This radio complies with § 90.531 (b) (3) and § 90.531 (b) (4) of 47 CFR. These sections state that only low-power transmission is permitted on the following channels: ■ Regional Planning channels, as defined in § 90.531 (b) (3). ■ Itinerant channels, as defined in § 90.531 (b) (4).
DRAFT 4 Frequency band reserved for distress beacons Frequency band 406 to 406.1 MHz is reserved for use by distress beacons. Transmissions should not be made within this frequency band. 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.
DRAFT 4 Declaration of conformity Brief Declarations of Conformity appear on page 136 of this booklet. To download the formal declaration of conformity, go to www.taitradio.com/eudoc. Interference with electronic devices Warning Some electronic devices may be prone to malfunction due to the lack of protection from RF energy that is present when your radio is transmitting.
DRAFT 4 If there is interference between your hearing aid and the radio, please discuss an alternative solution with the hearing aid manufacturer. Potentially explosive atmospheres and blasting areas Warning Unless the radio is specifically certified for use in a potentially explosive atmosphere, turn off the radio before entering such an atmosphere. An explosion could cause serious injury or death.
DRAFT 4 Radios with the product code “T03-22xxx-xx” have IS approval and are approved to one of the following ratings. Check the label on your radio for the exact rating. USA/Canada IECEx/INMETRO ATEX ■ Class I Zone 1 AEx ib IIA T4 Gb ■ Class I Zone 1 AEx ib IIC T4 Gb ■ Ex ib IIA T4 Gb ■ Ex ib IIC T4 Gb ■ II 2G Ex ib IIA T4 Gb ■ II 2G Ex ib IIC T4 Gb The radio battery is also approved to one of the above ratings. Check the label on your battery for the exact rating.
DRAFT 4 Warning Ensure that the ratings printed on a label on the equipment will permit your IS radio and accessories to be used in your hazardous location. The operating temperature range for IS radios and accessories in hazardous locations is –4°F to +104°F (–20°C to +40°C). In safe locations it is –4°F to +140°F (–20°C to + 60°C). IS radios, batteries, antennas and accessories must not be engraved or modified in any way. Do not use the radio if it is cracked or damaged.
DRAFT 4 ■ Gas Group IIC and Dust Group IIIC-rated accessories may be used with Gas Group IIA or IIC radios, but the combination may only be used in a Gas atmosphere. Any item approved to IIA will limit the radio system to a IIA area. For use in a IIC area, all items must be approved to IIC. 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.
DRAFT 4 Multicharger safety information Warning This device must be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet. Norsk (no): Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt. Suomi (fi): Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan. Svenska (sv): Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag. 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.
DRAFT 4 Attaching of labels Warning Do not obstruct the vent hole on the battery or the vent hole on the radio chassis label. If the vent on the battery is obstructed, the battery may explode, causing personal injury and/or damage to property. If the vent on the radio is obstructed, audio quality and/ or key function may deteriorate and radio seals may be damaged. Caution Tait recommends that you do not affix additional labels to the surfaces between the radio chassis and the battery.
DRAFT 4 Menu maps This section shows the menus and submenus that may be programmed for your radio. Some features are controlled by software licenses and may not be available with your model.
DRAFT 4 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 Opt
DRAFT 4 1 About this guide This user’s guide provides information about TP9300 portable radios. The radio behavior described in this guide applies to radios with firmware version 2.00. To check the radio’s firmware version, see "Viewing radio information" on page 134. 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’.
DRAFT 4 Related documentation The following documentation is also available for your Tait radio, which you can access from the Tait Technical Support website (http://support.taitradio.com): 24 ■ Safety and Compliance Information—supplied with each radio. (The same information is included in this user’s guide.) ■ Li-ion Battery Safety Information—supplied with each Li-ion battery. ■ Battery Care and Charging Guide—supplied with each charger.
DRAFT 4 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. Warning Use only a Tait-supplied, IS-approved battery, antenna, audio accessory or carry accessory with an IS radio. Fitting a battery or accessory that is not IS-approved exposes the customer to a risk of explosion which could cause serious injury or death.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 Attaching a label to the front panel If a customer requires an additional label, attach the label in the spare label recess in the bottom edge of the radio front panel. In this position, the label is still visible while the battery is attached to the radio. spare label recess The diagram below shows the specified dimensions of the label. 0.28 in (7 mm) R0.02 in (0.5 mm) 1.22 in (31 mm) maximum label thickness: 0.03 in (0.
DRAFT 4 Attaching the battery Warning Use only a Tait-supplied, IS-approved battery with an IS radio. Notice Fit the bottom edge of the battery to the radio, then the top edge. Attempting to fit the top edge first may damage the contacts. 1 Rotate the power/volume control switch counterclockwise to turn off the radio. If the battery has been attached while the radio is turned on, turn the radio off and then on again before use.
DRAFT 4 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. Removing the antenna Warning Do not change the antenna in a hazardous location. An explosion could cause serious injury or death. Use a firm grip and turn the antenna counterclockwise half a turn. Use a lighter grip to fully unscrew the antenna, and carefully remove it.
DRAFT 4 Installing an audio accessory Warning Use only Tait-supplied, IS-approved audio accessories with IS radios. Fitting an audio accessory that is not IS-approved exposes the customer to a risk of explosion which could cause serious injury or death. For an up-to-date list of approved audio accessories, refer to “TP9300/TP9400 IS Portable Radios Approved IS Accessories” on the Tait website, or contact your nearest Tait office.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 About your DMR digital radio Your DMR digital radio can be programmed for DMR conventional or DMR trunked operation. Analog conventional and MPT operation is also available. DMR and MPT trunking operation is controlled by a software license (SFE) and may not be available with your radio. In DMR and MPT trunking operation, dual-mode networks are able to receive both digital and analog calls.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 Name PTT key Power/volume control Channel selector 3-way selector (optional) Left and right selection keys Scroll keys Function keys Alphanumeric keys 34 Getting started Function Press and hold to transmit and release to listen Rotate to turn the radio on and change the speaker volume Select and change channels Select frequently used features Action determined by the text above the selection key Scroll up and down through a list of menu options, scroll left and right in messages, or select the Q
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 Icon Meaning 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 channels for activity, and the currently selected channel is a member of the scan group.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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. ■ Warning tones—when there is an error, or the battery is low, for example. Warning If quiet or silent mode is turned on, you will not hear any alert tones.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 4 Basic operation This section describes the basic operation of your radio.
DRAFT 4 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 127.) Security lock on power-up feature Your radio may be automatically locked each time it is powered-up.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 Using a wireless headset This feature is controlled by a software license (SFE) and may not be available with your radio. You may be able to connect a Bluetooth® wireless headset to your radio, using the Wireless Headset menu or a function key. 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.
DRAFT 4 Pairing a wireless headset with the radio Before attempting to connect a wireless headset, Tait recommends that the headset is fully charged. Refer to the headset installation instructions for charging instructions. Pairing creates a unique and encrypted wireless link between the Bluetooth-capable radio, and the Bluetooth headset. To use a headset with your radio, the devices must first be paired.
DRAFT 4 The message Connecting appears, while the radio attempts to pair with the headset. Connecting: HM1100 Clear 5 When the message Calling. Answer on headset appears, press the Answer button on the headset to confirm the connection. Calling. Answer on headset Headset connected Cancel Clear Clear 6 Repeat the previous steps to add other headsets. While the wireless headset is connected, the wireless headset icon appears on the display.
DRAFT 4 Press Options to disconnect or connect a headset (Disconnect, Connect), change the priority order of the headsets (Move down), or remove a headset from My Headsets (Remove, Remove all). My headsets Disconnect Move down Back My headsets Disconnect Move down Select Back Select Disconnecting the headset To disconnect the headset from your radio: ■ Press Menu and select Wireless headset > Disconnect. Alternatively, in the My Headsets menu select Options > Disconnect.
DRAFT 4 Changing the way your headset reconnects You can use the Power-on Option menu to change the way your radio reconnects with a headset when the radio is first turned on. The choices are: ■ None: The radio does not connect to any headsets, and you will need to manually connect or reconnect to your headset. ■ Reconnect last: The radio connects to the previously connected headset. ■ Connect: The radio will attempt to connect to the headsets in My Headsets, in priority order.
DRAFT 4 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: ■ conventional mode (see "Operating in conventional mode" on page 52), and ■ trunked mode (see "Operating in trunked mode" on page 79). To change your operating mode: 1 Press Menu and select Change mode.
DRAFT 4 5 Operating in conventional mode This section explains how to operate your radio on a conventional network (digital and analog). 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.
DRAFT 4 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 Press Menu and select 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.
DRAFT 4 Selecting a channel For digital channels, a talkgroup is assigned to each channel. For more information, see "Understanding talkgroups" on page 56. 1 Press Menu and select 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.
DRAFT 4 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 71 and "Scanning a group of channels" on page 72 explain how your radio operates once a scan group or voting group has been selected. Using the Main menu 1 Press Menu and select Channels.
DRAFT 4 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 on the display. The scanning icon appears on the display. Understanding talkgroups This feature is available for digital channels only.
DRAFT 4 Making a talkgroup call To make a call to the currently selected talkgroup ■ Press the PTT key. Changing a talkgroup 1 Press Menu and select Talkgroups. (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to use a Quick Access menu to go to the Talkgroup menu.) 2 Scroll through the list of talkgroups to the one you want and press Select. Talkgroups Talkgroup01 Talkgroup02 Cancel Select 3 Press the PTT key to make a call to the currently selected talkgroup.
DRAFT 4 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), hold the radio so that the microphone is about one inch (2.5 cm) from your mouth and press the PTT key to transmit.
DRAFT 4 Making an individual call This feature is available for digital channels only. To make a call to one person rather than a group of people: 1 Press Menu and select Individual call. (The person to whom you last made an individual call is highlighted.) (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to press a function key or use your Quick Access menu to select individual calls.) 2 Scroll to the person you want to call and press the PTT key to make the call immediately.
DRAFT 4 2 In the Address Book menu, scroll through the list of calls until the call you want appears. 3 Press Send. The call details appear on the display, the LED glows red, and appears on the display. Making a local call For analog channels, each channel on your radio may have one or more local calls programmed. Using the Main menu 1 Select the required channel. 2 Press Menu and select Local calls.
DRAFT 4 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 Press Menu and select 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.
DRAFT 4 ■ use the Main menu to dial the call, ■ make a local call (see "Making a local call" on page 60), or ■ use your address book (see "Making a call using the address book" on page 59). Using a function key Depending on how DTMF patch calls are programmed, some or the following steps may not be necessary. 1 Select the required channel. 2 Press the function key programmed for DTMF patch call. Your radio may send tones to capture the line.
DRAFT 4 Your radio may send tones to capture the line. 5 Press Send to send the number dialed in step 3. You may hear telephone dialing and ringing tones. 6 Proceed with your call. 7 Once the call has finished, press End. Your radio may send tones to release the line. Making an emergency call You may be able to activate emergency mode by using a programmed function key.
DRAFT 4 Sending a status message For analog channels, 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 Press Menu and select Set status.
DRAFT 4 (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to press a function key to turn low power transmit on or off.) 2 Scroll to On (or Off) and press Select. (The current setting is highlighted.) Low power tx Off On Back Select The message Low power tx activated (or deactivated) appears in the display. Using a function key 1 Press the function key programmed for low-power transmit to transmit at low power on your current channel.
DRAFT 4 Using a function key to end your current call ■ Press the function key programmed for reset monitor. The radio’s monitor is turned off, ending your current call. The LED stops flashing green, and the monitor icon disappears from the display. Using a function key to end all active calls ■ Press the function key programmed for call cleardown and monitor is turned off for all radios in your radio group. The LED stops flashing green, and the monitor icon disappears from the display.
DRAFT 4 The call details appear on the display, the LED glows red, and appears on the display. You may also hear signaling tones. 2 Press and hold the PTT and proceed with your call. Using a function key 1 Press the function key programmed for sending a repeater-access tone, and the repeater-access tone for the current channel is sent. The call details appear on the display, the LED glows red, and appears on the display. You may also hear signaling tones.
DRAFT 4 5 Proceed with your call. 6 To turn repeater talkaround off, either change the channel, or choose Off in the Talkaround menu. Using a function key 1 Select the required channel. 2 Press the programmed function key to turn repeater talkaround on. The message Talkaround activated appears briefly, and the repeater talkaround icon appears on the display. 3 Proceed with your call. 4 To turn repeater talkaround off, either change the channel, or press the function key again.
DRAFT 4 To view a message that does not appear immediately: 1 Navigate to the default display. 2 Press Queue. To delete the message, press Delete. The message Queue empty appears on the display. If you want to leave the message in the queue, press Back. The conventional call queue only retains one message. If a new message is received while there is an old message left in the queue, the old message will be replaced.
DRAFT 4 While squelch override is on, the LED flashes green, and the squelch override icon appears on the display. Using a function key 1 Press the function key programmed for squelch override to unmute the radio. The message Squelch override activated appears on the display. While squelch override is on, the LED flashes green, and the squelch override icon appears on the display. 2 To turn squelch override off, press the squelch override function key again.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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 on 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.
DRAFT 4 —your radio calls the channel where activity was last detected, or — 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 Press Menu and select Advanced > Set scan key.
DRAFT 4 Alternatively, the function key programmed for scanning may be programmed so that a short key press turns on scanning, and a long key press activates nuisance delete. ■ 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 on the display.
DRAFT 4 Changing a group’s transmit channel You may be able to change the transmit channel of a standard scanning group. The transmit channel is identified by the icon. 1 Select the group. See "Selecting a group" on page 55. 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 pressing Menu and selecting Advanced > Program groups, then select the group you wish to edit. 3 In the Edit Group menu, choose Change tx.
DRAFT 4 Changing a group’s first or second priority channel You may be able to change the priority channels of a scanning group. Priority channels are scanned more frequently than other channels in the group. If valid activity is found on another channel, the radio continues to scan the priority channel or channels at regular intervals. The first priority channel is identified by the icon, and the second priority channel is identified by the icon. 1 Select the group. See "Selecting a group" on page 55.
DRAFT 4 Icon and messages that may appear when changing group details The following icons may appear when viewing group membership details, adding or deleting channels from a group, or changing a group’s transmit or priority channels. Icon Meaning This channel is used to transmit on when there has been no recent activity. You cannot delete this channel (it will not appear under Delete channel). This channel is the group’s first priority channel.
DRAFT 4 The following messages may appear when using nuisance delete to temporarily delete a channel from a 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 on delete a channel from a group, as there is no group currently selected.
DRAFT 4 6 Operating in trunked mode This section explains how your radio operates on a DMR (digital), MPT (analog) or dual-mode trunked network. These features are controlled by software licenses (SFE) and may not be available with your radio. Your radio must have trunking functionality programmed before it can operate in DMR or MPT trunked mode.
DRAFT 4 Checking that your network is available Check that the orange LED is flashing and the network icon appears on the display. These are the indications that your radio has access to a trunked network. If the network icon is flashing and No service appears on the display, your radio is attempting to access the trunked network. If this icon remains flashing, your radio may be out of the network coverage area.
DRAFT 4 2 In the Change Network menu, scroll through the list of networks until the network you want appears. 3 Press Select. The radio will restart and display the name of the new network. 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 name of the new network.
DRAFT 4 Dialing a preset call This feature is only available for radios with alphanumeric keys. The preset calls programmed for your radio can be dialed if you know the number associated with the preset call. 1 Dial p, where p is the number of the preset call. If your preset call number is the same as a call to another radio, then you need to dial a leading 0. For example, dial 23# to call radio 23 and dial 023# for preset call number 23. 23 Clear Send 2 Press Send or the # or PTT key.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 Selecting a workgroup 1 Press Menu and select 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.
DRAFT 4 Using the Main menu 1 Press Menu and select 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. Using a function key You may be able to use a function key to toggle between your homegroup, and the currently selected zone and workgroup. ■ Press the function key programmed for your homegroup. The radio now shows your homegroup in the default display, along with the homegroup icon .
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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 threedigit number.
DRAFT 4 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 on 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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 on 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.
DRAFT 4 Changing your call queuing setting Your radio may be programmed so that you are able to change call queuing to ‘unanswered’. Unanswered call queuing means that all status and text messages are immediately queued. Incoming voice calls are only queued if they are unanswered. If your radio has alphanumeric keys, you may be able to change your call queuing setting using the keypad.
DRAFT 4 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 Press Menu and select Send > Status.
DRAFT 4 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 82 for more information.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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 on the display.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 7 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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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DRAFT 4 8 GPS location services This section explains how to use the GPS location services that may be available on your radio. This feature is controlled by a software license (SFE) and may not be available with your radio.
DRAFT 4 About GPS location information If the built-in GPS is enabled or your radio is connected to an external GPS receiver, you can view GPS location information such as latitude and longitude, true course, speed, and coordinated universal time. Your radio can also display universal transverse mercator (UTM) information such as the UTM zone, and northing and easting coordinates. Your radio may also be set up to send GPS information.
DRAFT 4 Viewing GPS information 1 Press Menu and select Location Svs > GPS Info. (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to press a function key to access the GPS Info menu.) GPS information is now shown on the display, if it is available. Zone: 55 Easting: Northing: Exit tracking 321025 5812578 2 Use the scroll keys to view more GPS information. GPS Info S E tracking 37°49'00.0" 144°58'00.
DRAFT 4 9 Loneworker monitoring Loneworker monitoring is a safety feature for people who work alone. Loneworker monitoring may be programmed to be on or off at all times, or can be switched on and off by the user using a programmed function key or the menu.
DRAFT 4 Activating loneworker monitoring 1 Press Menu and select Radio Settings > Extra features > Loneworker. (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to press a function key to turn loneworker monitoring on and off.) Extra features Loneworker Back Select 2 In the Loneworker menu, choose On. A vertical scroll bar on the right-hand side of the display indicates the remaining activity timeout.
DRAFT 4 Delaying the emergency action (conventional mode only) In conventional mode, an additional emergency entry delay may be programmed which allows you to press a scroll key within a programmed time (usually 10 seconds) after the response time expires to delay the emergency action. emergency entry delay timeout Channel 12 Menu You now have the opportunity to turn the radio off and one to cancel the loneworker alarm. The emergency action can be delayed only once.
DRAFT 4 10 Encryption This section describes how to use encryption to make your communications completely private. This feature is controlled by a software license (SFE) and may not be available with your radio.
DRAFT 4 About encryption The encryption feature is available for digital and dual-mode networks only. To make communications with other users on your system completely private, your radio may be able to encrypt outgoing calls, using a confidential encryption key. The radio receiving your call must have the same encryption key installed before it can hear your encrypted call. Encrypting calls Your radio may be able to turn encryption on and off.
DRAFT 4 Making an encrypted call 1 Select the network you wish to operate on. 2 Check that encryption is on ( the display). is showing in 3 Press and hold the PTT key to transmit. While you are transmitting, the LED glows red and appears in the display. If you transmit or receive an unencrypted call on an encrypted network, the disappears and your radio may be programmed to issue an audible alert.
DRAFT 4 Removing encryption keys from the radio It may be possible for you to delete encryption keys from your radio. Warning When emergency mode is activated, or when your radio is immobilized (‘inhibited’), your encryption keys may be automatically deleted from your radio. If you attempt to transmit with encryption turned on but don’t have any keys loaded, the message Key fail appears. Deleting an encryption key 1 Press Menu and select Security > Zeroize key.
DRAFT 4 11 Customizing radio settings This section describes the ways in which you can customize your radio. These features are common to radios operating in either trunked or conventional mode.
DRAFT 4 Changing the volume of all audible indicators You can set the volume of all the audible indicators to either high or low. Audible tones include incoming call tones, warning tones and confirmation tones. To change the volume of your radio’s audible tones: 1 Press Menu and select Radio settings > Alert settings > Indicator level.
DRAFT 4 Changing to quiet operation When quiet operation is on, keypress tones and confirmation tones are turned off. Incoming call tones, signaling tones and warning tones all remain audible. To turn quiet operation on or off: 1 Press Menu and select Radio settings > Alert settings > Quiet operation. Alert settings Quiet operation Silent operation Back Select (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to press a function key to toggle quiet operation on and off.
DRAFT 4 Turning on backlighting Whenever a key is pressed or a call is received, the keypad and display light up automatically. Backlighting only remains on for a few seconds, unless there is further radio activity. When backlighting is turned on, it remains on until the setting is changed to Off, regardless of radio activity. To turn backlighting on or off: 1 Press Menu and select Radio settings > Display settings > Backlighting.
DRAFT 4 Adjusting the display contrast To change the contrast of your radio display to suit the lighting conditions that you are working in: 1 Press Menu and select Radio settings > Display settings > Contrast adjust. Display settings Contrast adjust RSSI Back Select 2 Use the scroll keys to adjust the display contrast to the level you want. Use scroll keys to adjust Cancel Save 3 Press Save to save this setting.
DRAFT 4 12 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.
DRAFT 4 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. Warning The multi-charger must be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet.
DRAFT 4 Special conditions when using IS radios Warning Use only a Tait-supplied, IS-approved battery with an IS radio. Fitting a battery that is not IS-approved exposes the customer to a risk of explosion which could cause serious injury or death. Do not charge the battery in a hazardous location. An explosion could cause serious injury or death. For detailed information about IS radios and how to identify them, see "Intrinsically Safe radios" on page 15.
DRAFT 4 ing the battery contacts can heat up the conductive material. Attaching of labels Warning Do not obstruct the vent hole on the battery or the vent hole on the radio chassis label. If the vent on the battery is obstructed the battery may explode, causing personal injury and/ or damage to property. If the vent on the radio is obstructed, audio quality and/or key function may deteriorate and radio seals may be damaged.
DRAFT 4 Temperature indications When the battery temperature is outside the normal charging range, the orange LED on the charger is lit. Charging will start or resume once the temperature is within normal limits, and no action is required by you. Leaving the battery on charge You can leave a battery/radio in the charger once charging is complete. Leaving a battery in the charger will not overcharge or damage it.
DRAFT 4 Notice For best charging performance, switch off the radio before placing it in the charger. You can receive a call while the radio is in the charger, but your radio performance may be degraded. If you do remove the radio from the charger to answer a call, the call will not be disrupted. Removing the radio from the charger to make or receive a call ends the charging process. Charging safely recommences when the radio is reinserted into the charger.
DRAFT 4 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).
DRAFT 4 LED behavior If there is a battery in the charger when power is supplied to the charger, the LEDs behave as follows: LED briefly Meaning 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 13 Troubleshooting This section describes troubleshooting procedures, and basic maintenance.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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.
DRAFT 4 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 petroleumbased products. For general battery care, see "Maintaining battery life and performance".
DRAFT 4 Directive 1999/5/CE Declaration of Conformity da Dansk it Italiano de Deutsch nl Nederlands el Ελληνικά pt Português sv Svensk Undertegnede Tait Limited erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr TPDB1A, TPDH5A & TPDH7A overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Se endvidere: www.taitradio.
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