4130 Pager
User Manual
(Manual Revision 4.20)
Last updated 17/08/2009
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Table of Contents
1.1 About This Handbook ............................................................................................................... 4
2. ABOUT THE 4130 PAGER...................................................................................................................... 5
3. THE 4130 PAGER .................................................................................................................................. 6
3.1 Getting Started ......................................................................................................................... 6
3.1.1 Case Layout ......................................................................................................................... 6
3.1.2 LCD Screen ........................................................................................................................... 6
3.1.3 Replacing the Battery .......................................................................................................... 7
3.1.4 Turning the Pager “ON” ...................................................................................................... 7
3.1.5 Turning the Pager “OFF” ..................................................................................................... 7
3.1.6 Activating the Backlight ....................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Managing Messages ................................................................................................................. 9
3.2.1 Reading Stored Messages ................................................................................................... 9
3.2.2 Reading a New Message ..................................................................................................... 9
3.2.3 Protecting a Message .......................................................................................................... 9
3.2.4 Un-protecting a Message .................................................................................................. 10
3.2.5 Deleting Individual Messages ............................................................................................ 10
3.2.6 Deleting All Messages ....................................................................................................... 10
3.3 Settings ................................................................................................................................... 11
3.3.1 Alert Settings ..................................................................................................................... 11
3.3.2 Power Off .......................................................................................................................... 11
3.3.3 Daily Alarm ........................................................................................................................ 11
3.3.4 Tone Type Settings ............................................................................................................ 12
3.3.5 Time Settings ..................................................................................................................... 13
3.3.6 Date Settings ..................................................................................................................... 13
4. APPENDIX .......................................................................................................................................... 14
4.1 Further Help and Support ....................................................................................................... 14
4.2 Precautions ............................................................................................................................. 14
4.3 Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 15
4.3.1 Electrical Specification....................................................................................................... 15
4.3.2 Technical Specification ...................................................................................................... 15
4.3.3 Mechanical Specification ................................................................................................... 15
4.3.4 RF Specification ................................................................................................................. 15
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1.1 About This Handbook
This handbook is designed to assist you use the 4130 pager. Following the steps and
checklists correctly will ensure that there will be no problems when using the 4130
pager.
Conventions
NOTE: A note preceded with this symbol indicates secondary information
pertaining to the topic under discussion.
IMPORTANT: A Right-pointing arrow followed by text in this manner presents
important information.
▲ WARNING: Warnings like this alert you to the fact that you might damage your
equipment or lose data if you don't follow instructions carefully.
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2. ABOUT THE 4130 PAGER
About
The CommtechWireless 4130 Pager is a lightweight, super-compact, numeric pager. Easy
to operate and packed with extra features, the CommtechWireless 4130 is the smartest
numeric pager around. With LCD illumination so you can read your messages in poorly lit
conditions, reminder alert and vibrate mode, the 4130 is the best value for money pager
on the market.
Reliability
Reliability is one of the key factors when considering a pager. Not only does this
determine how reliably the pager receives the message but it also determines the
expected life span of the pager. That’s why the 4130 is backed by a full 12 month
warranty and is available in over 30 countries across the globe. Coupled with this, all
repairs and warranty claims are conducted locally, by Commtech Wireless.
Ease of Use
Plain and simple. That was the specification for the design of the ‘user interface’. All
instructions are in plain English - simply select the option you require, then push the
button to change.
Features
The 4130 is a no nonsense pager, boasting simple delete, delete all and message reading
facilities. It is also possible to flip from silent to audible mode (and back again) with just
three key presses. One of the great features of the 4130 is the low purchase price, and
the low cost for spare parts. We believe that you won’t find a better pager for your
money! Commtech has ensured that the 4130 meets many requirements, including
capital budgets!
Synthesized
Do you have multiple frequencies and require one pager to solve all your problems? The
Commtech 4130 provides the solution. The 4130 is a fully synthesized pager - simply
program in the frequency you require any time you need to change the frequency.
What’s more, frequency AND capcode programming can be done on the pager itself!
This translates to less stock and much faster supply times.
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3. THE 4130 PAGER
3.1 Getting Started
3.1.1 Case Layout
The 4130 Pager has three buttons on its case.
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Escape Key Menu Key Read Key
3.1.2 LCD Screen
The 4130 Pager contains a backlit, single line, alphanumeric LCD screen. It is 12
characters long. There is also a row of small icons underneath this line which give a quick
indication of the current status and settings for the pager. The LCD screen is shown
below.
The table below shows the meaning of each icon.
Icon
Description
Vibrate Alert
Beeping Alert
Daily Alarm On
Duplicate Message
Unread Message
Message Locked
Out of Range Indicator
Low battery
Message continues on next
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3.1.3 Replacing the Battery
The pager will warn you when the battery is getting low within the unit by displaying the
battery low icon on the LCD screen described above. The pager is powered by a single
alkaline battery. Follow these directions to replace the battery:
▲ WARNING: Before removing the battery, make sure the pager is turned OFF. Removing the
battery while the power is ON can corrupt or delete data. If you do not wish to use the pager for a
long time, write down any important data stored in the pager and remove the battery.
1. Turn the pager off. (see the directions on this later on in this manual)
2. Slide up the battery compartment lock on the pager case.
3. Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding it in the direction of the
marked arrow.
4. Remove the exhausted battery and replace it with a fresh alkaline battery.
IMPORTANT: If you replace the batteries quickly, stored messages, settings and the time/date
will be retained.
5. Re-attach the battery compartment and return the lock to its original position.
3.1.4 Turning the Pager “ON”
To turn the pager ON, follow these steps:
1. Inserting the battery into the pager will turn it on.
2. If the battery is already in the pager, press and the hold the Read Key for two
seconds. The pager may beep and/or vibrate depending on the current alert
settings in the pager. The LCD screen will also activate to show that it is working
properly. This initialization lasts for several seconds and can be cancelled by
pressing any of the buttons on the pager. After the initialization is complete, the
pager will display a start-up message for two seconds, if this has been
programmed in. After the start-up message has been displayed, you will be at the
Standby Screen. The Standby Screen shows the current date and time.
3.1.5 Turning the Pager “OFF”
1. Go to the Standby Screen.
2. Press the Menu Key to display the Settings Menu.
3. Using the Menu Key, scroll through the Settings Menu until Pager Off is
found.
4. Press the Read Key to confirm the selection.
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3.1.6 Activating the Backlight
1. Press and hold the Read Key for two seconds to activate.
2. The backlight will automatically extinguish after a few seconds. Alternatively,
press and hold the Read Key for two seconds to de-activate.
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3.2 Managing Messages
3.2.1 Reading Stored Messages
1. Press the Read Key to read the latest stored messages.
2. Keep pressing the Read Key to scroll through all stored messages. The
Time Stamp display always appears at the end of each message to show the
time, date and address properties of the message.
NOTE: If a message is longer than the screen width, the icon will be displayed on the LCD to
indicate it. To view the rest of the message press the Read Key.
3. If there are no pages currently stored, the LCD will show No Pages and return
you to the Standby Screen
3.2.2 Reading a New Message
When the pager is being used, it will typically be at the Standby Screen awaiting a page.
1. When a page is received it will alert the user, depending on the pagers current
alert settings. (See later on in this manual for information on alert settings).
2. To stop the pager from alerting you about the received page, press any key.
3. The received page will then be shown on the LCD screen.
4. When you have finished reading the message, press the Escape Key to
return to the Standby Screen.
NOTE: The Unread Message icon appears whenever there are stored messages in the pager
that have not been read. Press the Read Key to view any unread messages.
NOTE: If the current message is a repeated message, the Duplicate Message icon will
appear.
NOTE: The 4130 pager can store up to 20 messages. If a new message is received whilst the
pager has 20 stored messages, the oldest message gets deleted to make room for the new
message.
3.2.3 Protecting a Message
Protecting a message is used when you wish to prevent a message from being deleted.
Follow the directions below to protect a message.
1. Whilst the message is being displayed, press the Menu Key to display the
Delete Menu.
2. Using the Menu Key, scroll through the menu until Protect is found.
NOTE: The Escape Key can be pressed while in the Delete Menu to return you to the
Standby Screen without protecting any messages.
3. Press the Read Key to confirm your choice. The Message Locked icon
will appear on the LCD screen to confirm the message is locked. Press the
Escape Key to return to the Standby Screen.
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NOTE: When the pager reaches the maximum number of protected messages available, the
display will show Protect Full to remind you that it cannot store any more protected messages.
3.2.4 Un-protecting a Message
To un-protect a message, follow the directions below.
1. Whilst the protected message is being displayed, press the Menu Key to
display the Delete Menu.
2. Using the Menu Key, scroll through the menu until Unprotect is found.
NOTE: The Escape Key can be pressed while in the Delete Menu to return you to the
Standby Screen without un-protecting any messages.
3. Press the Read Key to confirm your choice. The Message Locked icon
will disappear from the LCD screen to confirm the message is now unlocked.
Press the Escape Key to return to the Standby Screen.
3.2.5 Deleting Individual Messages
To delete an individual message stored on the pager, follow the directions below.
1. Whilst the message you wish to delete is being displayed, press the Menu
Key to display the Delete Menu.
2. Using the Menu Key, scroll through the menu until Delete is found.
NOTE: The Escape Key can be pressed while in the Delete Menu to return you to the
Standby Screen without deleting any messages.
3. Press the Read Key to confirm deletion of this message.
NOTE: Protected messages will remain on the pager
4. Press the Escape Key to return to the Standby Screen.
3.2.6 Deleting All Messages
To delete all messages stored on the pager, follow the directions below.
1. Whilst the message you wish to delete is being displayed, press the Menu
Key to display the Delete Menu.
2. Using the Menu Key, scroll through the menu until Delete All is found.
NOTE: The Escape Key can be pressed while in the Delete Menu to return you to the
Standby Screen without deleting any messages.
3. Press the Read Key to confirm deletion of all messages.
NOTE: Protected messages will remain on the pager
4. Press the Escape Key to return to the Standby Screen.
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3.3 Settings
The Settings Menu is found by pressing the Menu Key from the Standby Screen.
The available functions include Alert Settings, Power Off, Daily Alarm, Tone Type Setting,
Time Setting and Date Setting.
NOTE: The Escape Key can be pressed at any time to return you to the Standby Screen
without saving any changes.
3.3.1 Alert Settings
This menu item is used to determine how the pager behaves when it receives a
message.
1. Press the Menu Key to display the Settings Menu.
2. Using the Menu Key, scroll through the various settings until the Alert
menu item is found.
3. Press the Read Key to confirm selection of this menu item.
4. Use the Menu Key to toggle between the four various alert types. These
are Beep, Motor, Beep+Motor and Mute. The pager will demonstrate how each
alert type behaves as you scroll through them.
5. Once you have chosen the alert type you wish to use, press the Read Key
to confirm the selection. You will then be automatically returned to the Standby
Screen.
3.3.2 Power Off
This menu item is used to turn the pager off. This helps conserve battery life when the
pager is not in use.
1. Press the Menu Key to display the Settings Menu.
2. Using the Menu Key, scroll through the various settings until the Pager Off
menu item is found.
3. Press the Read Key to confirm selection of this menu item. The pager will
then turn off.
3.3.3 Daily Alarm
This menu item is used to set the daily alarm. The pager can have up the three daily
alarms set.
1. Press the Menu Key to display the Settings Menu.
2. Using the Menu Key, scroll through the various settings until the Daily
Alarm menu item is found.
3. Press the Read Key to confirm selection of this menu item. The Daily Alarm
menu will then appear as shown below.
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4. The first field shows the daily alarm number. Up to three daily alarms can be
programmed into the pager. Press the Menu Key to toggle between the
three available entries. Once you have chosen the required entry, press the
Read Key to move along to the next field.
5. This next field shows the status of the current daily alarm. Pressing the
Menu Key will toggle between ON and “--“.To enable the current daily alarm,
select ON. To disable the current daily alarm set this field to “--“. Once you have
enabled or disable the daily alarm, press the Read Key to move along to
the next field.
NOTE: The ability to disable each daily alarm is useful, as it enables you to configure an alarm
ready for use at any time, but not have it actually activated.
6. The next field is the time at which the daily alarm will occur. Use the Menu
Key to change the fields until the desired alarm time is correct. The Read
Key moves you along to the next field. Press the Read Key until it reaches
the end of the line and the information will be automatically saved.
7. Once the daily alarm has been saved, the Escape Key can be pressed to
return you to the Standby Screen, where the Daily Alarm icon will appear on
the LCD to show the alarm is activated.
3.3.4 Tone Type Settings
This menu item is used to set a customized alert tone when the pager receives a
message.
NOTE: This menu only becomes active if either Beep or Beep+Motor is chosen in the Alert
Settings Menu described above.
1. Press the Menu Key to display the Settings Menu.
2. Using the Menu Key, scroll through the various settings until the Tone Type
menu item is found.
3. Press the Read Key to confirm selection of this menu item.
4. The pager will then begin playing the currently selected tone. Use the
Menu Key to toggle between the various tones and musical alerts.
5. When you have found the alert you wish to use, press the Read Key to
confirm selection. You will be automatically returned to the Standby Screen.
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3.3.5 Time Settings
This menu item is used to set the time for the pager. The time is normally displayed on
the Standby Screen and also at the end of each message as part of the message Time
Stamp.
1. Press the Menu Key to display the Settings Menu.
2. Using the Menu Key, scroll through the various settings until the Set Time
menu item is found.
3. Press the Read Key to confirm selection of this menu item.
4. Use the Menu Key to change the fields until the correct time has been
entered. The Read Key moves you along to the next field. Press the
Read Key until it reaches the end of the line and the information will be
automatically saved.
5. Once the time has been saved, you will be automatically returned to the
Standby Screen.
3.3.6 Date Settings
This menu item is used to turn the pager off. This helps conserve battery life when the
pager is not in use.
1. Press the Menu Key to display the Settings Menu.
2. Using the Menu Key, scroll through the various settings until the Set Date
menu item is found.
3. Press the Read Key to confirm selection of this menu item.
4. Use the Menu Key to change the fields until the correct date time has been
entered. The Read Key moves you along to the next field. Press the
Read Key until it reaches the end of the line and the information will be
automatically saved.
5. Once the time has been saved, you will be automatically returned to the
Standby Screen.
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4. APPENDIX
4.1 Further Help and Support
Contact your Place of Purchase
A CommtechWireless Authorized Distributor or Dealer sets up most systems. Contact
your place of purchase with inquiries beyond the scope of this manual.
This Product is Not Field Serviceable
Should a fault develop with the hardware or software, contact your place of purchase
for the most appropriate form of action. Do not attempt to open or repair any of the
products as this may void any warranty.
4.2 Precautions
1. This pager contains precision electronic components. Avoid temperature
extremes during use and storage and do not subject it to strong impact.
2. Avoid using the pager in an area where it might come into contact with liquids
or very high humidity.
3. Never try to take the pager apart. Doing so can lead to serious damage and
malfunction.
4. Replace the battery as soon as possible after you notice it getting low. Leaving a
dead battery in the pager can result in damage caused by leaking fluids. The
battery should be removed from the pager if you do not plan to use it for a long
time.
5. Clean the pager by wiping it with a soft dry cloth. You can also use a cloth
moistened with a weak solution of mild neutral detergent and water. Wring as
much liquid as possible from the cloth before wiping the pager. Never use
thinner, benzene, alcohol or other volatile agents to clean the pager.
6. Do not allow the pager to be exposed to direct sunlight, heat from heaters or
other sources of heat (greater than 60°C). Do not leave the pager in a motor
vehicle that is parked in the sun.
7. Never expose batteries to direct sunlight or incinerate them. Doing so may
cause the batteries to explode.
8. Never try to charge batteries or take them apart. Doing so can cause them to
leak fluid.
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4.3 Specifications
* Note: Specifications subject to change without any notice
4.3.1 Electrical Specification
Rx Frequency (MHz)........................ 135-175, 276-284, 406-414, 429-437, 439-470, 929-932
Nominal Battery Life ................................................. around 30 days (‘AAA’ alkaline battery)
Power Supply .................................................................................... 1 x AAA battery 1.5 volts
Current Consumption .................. RF <8mA, Standby <1mA, Vibrate <100mA, Buzzer <80mA
Low Voltage Detection .............................................................. RF cut @ 1.1volts ± 0.05volts
Keys........................................................................................... 3 Keys (Enter, Arrow, Escape)
Backlight ...........................................................................................................2 x Tube Lights
4.3.2 Technical Specification
Code Format ............................................................................................................... POCSAG
Programming .................................... Programming lead and software or manually on pager
Cap codes............................................................................................................................... 4
Message Capacity ................................................................................................ 20 messages
Memory backup .................................................................................... more than 10 minutes
LCD ................................................................................... 8 segment numeric x 12 characters
Icons .................................................................................. 2 x 7 segments & 9 function icons
Vibrator .......................................................................................... Low noise core less motor
Buzzer ........................................................................................................ 80dBc SPL @ 30cm
Alert Types ................................................................................ Beep, Vibrate, Beep& Vibrate
Approvals ..................................................................................... CE / FCC / ACA C-tick / DOC
4.3.3 Mechanical Specification
Unit size ............. 59 x 42 x 18 mm without holster / 2.3 x 1.65 x 0.71 inches without holster
Weight .......................................................................................................... 40 grams / 1.4 oz
Casing Standards .................................................................................................... Dust Proof
Working Temperature ..........................................................................................-10 to +50°C
Storage Temperature ...........................................................................................-20 to +60°C
Working Humidity ........................................................... Up to 95% @ 50°C (non condensing
ESD ............................................................................................................. Better than ± 12kV
4.3.4 RF Specification
Local frequency ............................................................. 1st Local 21.4 MHz, 2nd Local 455 kHz
Local oscillation .................................... 1st Local PLL synthesized, 2nd local crystal controlled
Non Tuning Frequency Spread ................................................................ ±4MHz (8Mhz total)
Sensitivity ............................................................................. 512bps 5uV/m, 1200bps 7uV/m
Pass Bandwidth .......................................................................................................... ± 3.0kHz
Modulation ............................................................................ ± 4.5kHz DC modulation @ NRZ
Selectivity .................................................................................... Better than 60dB @ ±25kHz
Spurious Rejection ........................................................................................ Better than 50dB
Image Rejection ............................................................................................ Better than 50dB
Inter-modulation .......................................................................................... Better than 50dB
Co-channel Rejection ....................................................................... Better than 6dB at 300Hz
Frequency Stability ........................................... VHF ± 10ppm, UHF ± 5ppm, 930Mhz ± 3ppm
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