ES Models II / III
Portable Radio
Operating Manual
for the
5100 ES Portable Radio
51SL ES Portable Radio
51FIRE Portable Radio
51LT ES Portable Radio
Ascend™ Portable Radio
Project 25 Conventional and Trunked
Analog and Digital Conventional
SMARTNET
Multi-Net® Trunked
®
/SmartZone
®
Part Number 002-5100-72501
October 2011
Copyright © 2006 - 2011 by EF Johnson Technologies, Inc.
™
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Table of Contents
Safety Requirements ix
1 Features 1-1
General Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Conventional Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
SMARTNET / SmartZone Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Project 25 Trunked Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Multi-Net Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
2 Controls and Display 2-1
Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Top Panel Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Side Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Standard Portable Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Enhanced Portable Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Portable Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
RSSI Threshold Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Signaling Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
3 General Operation 3-1
Turning Power On and Setting Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Standard and Soft Power Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Setting Volume Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Power-Up Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
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Zone and Channel Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Zone Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Channel Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
54 Channel / 16 Zone Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Direct Zone / Channel Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Combined Zone and Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Favorite Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Battery and Accessory Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Battery Removal / Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Low Battery Indication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Beltclip Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Connecting an Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Keypad Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Setting Squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Transmit Disable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Radio Operating Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Conventional Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
SMARTNET / SmartZone Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
P25 Trunked Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Multi-Net Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Systems, Channels, and Zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Conventional, Trunked Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Multi-Net Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Zones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
4 Radio-wide Features 4-1
Viewing Radio Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Option Keys / Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Feature Enable / Disable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Menu Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Function Recall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Time-Out Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Home Channel Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Power Output Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Alert Tone Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Surveillance Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Priority Scanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Radio Wide Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Scan Hold Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
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Transmitting in the Scan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Priority Scan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Radio Wide Scan Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Nuisance Channel Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Scan Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Group / Priority Scan Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Determining Channels in Priority Scan List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Selecting a Priority Scan List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Editing a Priority Scan List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Radio Wide Scan Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Determining Channels in Radio Wide Scan List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Editing a Radio Wide Scan List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Viewing GPS Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Sending GPS Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
Over the Air Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
Radio Set Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
OTAP Transfer Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
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5 Conventional Mode Features 5-1
Monitoring Before Transmitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Automatic Channel Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Manual Channel Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Monitor Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Busy Channel Lockout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Call Guard Squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Call Guard Squelch Enable / Disable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Tone Call Guard Squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Digital Call Guard Squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Call Guard Disable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Conventional Squelch Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Selective Squelch Code Select (CTCSS / DCS / NAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Penalty Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Conversation Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Repeater Talkaround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Displaying Transmit / Receive Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Emergency Alarm and Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Emergency Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Emergency Call Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Emergency Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Emergency Hot Mic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Placing an Emergency Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
External Emergency Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Emergency Talkgroup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Conventional Mode Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
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Selecting a Scan List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Transmitting in Scan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Priority Channel Sampling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Changing the Priority Channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Standard Conventional Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
Placing a Standard Conventional Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
Receiving a Standard Conventional Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
ANI Signaling Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
DTMF / ANI Signaling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Single Tone Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
Two Tone Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
MDC1200 Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
Five-Tone Signaling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
GE Star . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Clone Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
Wireless Cloning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
Cloning Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
Project 25 Mode Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
Digital Unit ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
Talkgroup ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
Network Access Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
Out of Range (EFJohnson Conventional) Indication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
Automatic (EFJohnson Conventional) Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
P25 Group Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Changing a Channel Talkgroup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Talkgroup Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Talkgroup Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
P25 Unit Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
P25 Conventional Telephone Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Access / De-Access Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Placing a Telephone Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Answering a Telephone Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Call Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Messaging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Status Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29
P25 Packet Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29
Keypad Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29
Menu Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Zone Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31
Zone Change Parameter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31
Channel Change Parameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31
System Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32
Channel Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32
CTCSS / DCS Squelch Control (Analog Channel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
NAC Squelch Control (Project 25 Channel). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
Text Messaging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
Data Setup for Text Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
Sending a Text Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35
Receiving a Text Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36
Replying to a Received Text Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36
Viewing Previously Received Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36
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Sending Global Positioning System (GPS) Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37
Manually Sending GPS Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37
Automatically Sending GPS Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37
Sending GPS Data in Response to System Request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-38
Fire Ground Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-38
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Analog and Digital Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Standard Group Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Placing a Standard Group Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Receiving a Standard Group Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Private (Unit-To-Unit) Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Placing an Enhanced Private Conversation Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Placing a Standard Private Conversation Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Receiving a Private Call (All Types) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Telephone Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Placing a Telephone Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Answering a Telephone Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
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Call Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Answering a Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Initiating a Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Sending Status Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Emergency Alarm and Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
Emergency Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
Emergency Call Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Emergency Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Emergency Hot Mic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Placing an Emergency Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
External Emergency Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Failsoft Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Failsoft Connect Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Scanning Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Priority Talkgroup Sampling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15
Dynamic Regrouping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
SmartZone and P25 Trunked Unique Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Signal Strength Indication Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Busy Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Site Trunking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Determining Current Site and Searching For New Site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Locking / Unlocking a Site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19
Auto Site Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19
ZoneFail Site Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19
P25 Wide Area Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20
Normal P25 and SmartZone Control Channel Hunt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
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Talkgroup Steering through System Access Permissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
Initialize System Info on System Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
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Multi-Net Terms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Multi-Net Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Decode (Receive) ID Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Receive Priority Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Access Priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5
System Authorization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5
Caller Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Dynamic Move to a New Zone / Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Dynamically Re-programmable Zone / Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Emergency Zone / Channel Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Automatic / Manual Transmit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Encryption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Group Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Scan ON-OFF and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Group Scan Lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Determining which Channels Are in a Group Scan List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Editing a Group Scan List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Scan List Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Scan Delay and Continue Timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Receive Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Call Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Transmitting In The Scan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Nuisance Channel Add / Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Multi-Net Group Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
Placing a Group Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
Receiving a Group Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
Multi-Net Special Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
Placing A Special Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Recalling Number From A List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Entering Number Using Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15
Receiving a Special Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16
Telephone and Unit Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16
Directed Group Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16
Number Entry / List Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
Direct Entry Using Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
Telephone Number Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
Unit and Directed Group IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
Subscriber Unit-Originated Special Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
Radio Programming For Special Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
Landside-Originate Special Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
PTT Queuing (Camp-On) Disable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
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Receive-Only Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20
Roaming and Auto-Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20
Roaming (Site Search) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20
Manual / Auto-Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20
Automatic Site Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21
Scan Dropout Criteria and RSSI Threshold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21
Manual Site Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22
Site Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22
Status Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
System Access (Busy) Queuing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
Exiting Queue Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
Receiving Calls in Queue Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
Talk Permit (Proceed) Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
Transmit and Receive Priority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
Transmit Inhibit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25
8 Miscellaneous 8-1
Contents
Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
System Operator Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Speaking Into Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Operation At Extended Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Licensing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Radio Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
9 Available Options 9-1
10 Passwords 10-1
Password Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
User (Power-On) Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
Download / Upload Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Master Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Zone Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Programming Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Lost Passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Changing Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Password Entry Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
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11 Secure Communication (Encryption) 11-1
Encryption Algorithms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
SecureNet™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-2
Encryption Available With Various Channel Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-2
FIPS Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-2
Encryption Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-3
Key and Algorithm IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-3
PID / SLN Key Management Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-4
Maintaining Keys in Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-5
Encryption Key Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-5
Encryption Key Erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-5
Encryption Icon Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-5
Clear / Secure Strapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-6
Transmit Mode Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-6
Analog Receive Mode Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-7
Talkgroup Encryption Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-7
Over-The-Air Rekeying (OTAR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-7
Motorola Third-Party RNC Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Programming By Keyloader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Radio OTAR Capabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
OTAR Option Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-9
Additional Functions Selectable by 5100 ES Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-9
12 Data Features 12-1
P25 Trunking Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Interface Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Context Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
PPP Link Establishment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Connection and Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-18
13 Service Information 13-1
Product Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1
Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1
Telephone Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-2
Factory Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-2
Returns for Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-3
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-4
Internet Home Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-4
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2.1 Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.2 Top Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
2.3 Side Controls and Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
2.4 ES Series Portable Radio Standard Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
2.5 ES Series Portable Radio Enhanced Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
2.6 Graphical Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
2.7 5100 Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
3.1 Battery Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
3.2 Beltclip Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
3.3 Accessory Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
3.4 Site, System, Channel, and Zone Relationships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
4.1 Menu Mode Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
5.1 Keypad Programming Menu Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
11.1 Key Selection Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-4
12.1 Network Connection Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-3
12.2 New Connection Wizard Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-4
12.3 Network Connection Type Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-5
12.4 Advanced Connection Options Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-6
12.5 Host or Guest Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-7
12.6 Connection Name Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-7
12.7 Select a Device Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-8
12.8 Connection Availability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-9
12.9 Completing New Connection Wizard Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-9
12.10 Connect Radio Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-10
12.11 Radio Properties Screen: General Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-11
12.12 Modem Configuration Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-12
12.13 Radio Properties Screen: Options Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
12.14 Radio Properties Screen: Networking Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-14
12.15 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-15
12.16 Advanced TCP/IP Settings Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-16
12.17 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-17
12.18 Radio Properties Screen: Networking Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-18
12.19 Radio Connection Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-19
12.20 Command Prompt Screen: Sending “Ping” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-19
12.21 Command Prompt Screen: Replies to Successful “Ping” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-20
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List of Tables
2.1 LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
2.2 LED Startup Failure Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
2.3 RSSI Threshold Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
2.4 Tones for the ES Series Portable Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
4.1 Programmable Option Button and Menu Mode Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
4.2 Features which May Be Enabled/Disabled using the Function Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
5.1 RSSI Tones (Fire Ground Mode). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40
7.1 Multi-Net Standard And Special Call Receive Priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
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Section 0Safety Requirements
RF Energy Exposure Awareness and Control Information, and
Operational Instructions for FCC Occupational Use Requirements
Before using your portable two-way Radio, read this important RF Energy Awareness
And Control Information And Operational Instructions to ensure compliance with the
FCC’s RF exposure guidelines.
Note This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions where users have full
knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over their exposure to meet FCC
limits. This radio device is NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or any
other use.
This two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to
provide communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses radio
frequency (RF) energy or radio waves to send and receive calls. RF energy is one form of
electromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are not limited to, electric power,
sunlight and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these other forms of
electromagnetic energy, which when used improperly can cause biological damage. Very
high levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic material.
Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health and industry work with organizations to
develop standards for exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended
levels of RF exposure for both workers and the general public. These recommended RF
exposure levels include substantial margins of protection. All two-way radios marketed in
North America are designed, manufactured and tested to ensure they meet government
established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also recommend specific
operating instructions to users of two-way radios. These instructions are important
because they inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on
how to control it. Please refer to the following web sites for more information on what RF
energy exposure is and how to control your exposure to assure compliance with
established RF exposure limits.
• http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html
• http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html
Federal Communications Commission Regulations
The FCC rules require manufacturers to comply with the FCC RF energy exposure limits
for portable two-way radios before they can be marketed in the U.S. When two-way radios
are used as a consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of and
able to control their exposure to meet occupational requirements. Exposure awareness can
be facilitated by the use of a product label directing users to specific user awareness
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information. Your EFJohnson Technologies two-way radio has a RF exposure product
label. Also, your EFJohnson Technologies user manual, or product manual, or separate
safety booklet includes information and operating instructions required to control your RF
exposure and to satisfy compliance requirements.
Compliance with RF Exposure Standards
Your EFJohnson Technologies two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with a
number of national and international standards and guidelines (listed below) for human
exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy. This radio complies with the IEEE
and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environment at
operating duty factors of up to 50% transmitting and is authorized by the FCC for
occupational use only. In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with the FCC
exposure guidelines, your radio radiates measurable RF energy only while it is
transmitting (during talking), not when it is receiving (listening) or in standby mode.
Note The approved batteries supplied with this radio are rated for a 5-5-90 duty factor (5%
talk-5% listen - 90% standby), even though this radio complies with the FCC occupational
RF exposure limits and may operate at duty factors of up to 50% talk.
Your EFJohnson Technologies two-way radio complies with the following RF energy
exposure standards and guidelines:
• United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47
CFR §§ 1.1307, 1.1310, 2.1091 and 2.1093
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic
Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 Edition
RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines and Operating
Instructions
To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the occupational/controlled
environment exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedures.
Guidelines
• Do not remove the RF Exposure Label from the device.
• User awareness instructions should accompany the device when it is transferred to other
users.
• Do not use this device if the operational requirements described herein are not met.
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Operating Instructions
• Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time. To transmit (talk), push
the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button. To receive calls, release the PTT button. Transmitting
50% of the time, or less, is important because this radio generates measurable RF
energy exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards
compliance).
• Hold the radio in a vertical position in front of face with the microphone (and the other
parts of the radio, including the antenna) at least one inch (2.5 cm) away from the nose.
Keeping the radio at the proper distance is important because RF exposures decrease
with distance from the antenna. The antenna should be kept away from eyes.
• When worn on the body, always place the radio in an EFJohnson Technologies
approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for this product. Using approved
body-worn accessories is important because the use of EFJohnson Technologies or
other manufacturer’s non-approved accessories may result in exposure levels which
exceed the FCC’s occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits.
• If you are not using a body-worn accessory and are not using the radio in the intended
use position in front of the face, then ensure the antenna and the radio are kept at least
one inch (2.5 cm) from the body when transmitting. Keeping the radio at the proper
distance is important because RF exposures decrease with increasing distance from the
antenna.
• Use only EFJohnson Technologies approved supplied or replacement antennas,
batteries, and accessories. Use of non-EFJohnson Technologies approved antennas,
batteries, and accessories may exceed the FCC RF exposure guidelines.
• For a list of EFJohnson Technologies approved accessories, see the service manual or
marketing accessory lists or contact the E.F. Johnson Company.
Contact Information
Toll-Free: 1-800-328-3911
Fax: 972-819-0639
E-Mail: customerservice@efji.com. You can also e-mail a person directly if you know
their first initial/last name (example: jsmith@efji.com).
You may also contact the Customer Service Department by mail. Please include all
information that may be helpful in solving your problem. The mailing address is as
follows:
EFJohnson Technologies
Customer Service Department
1440 Corporate Drive
Irving, TX 75038-2401
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Safety Requirements
Battery Disposal
Dispose of the nickel metal-hydride (NiMH) or Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery used by this
radio in accordance with local regulations. Do NOT dispose of it in fire because it can
explode. Also, do not short the terminals because it may become very hot.
Usage Compatibility
Do NOT operate the unit in areas that are sensitive to RF energy such as aircraft, hospitals,
blasting sites, and fuel storage sites. Areas with potentially flammable atmospheres are
usually, but not always, clearly posted. These may include gas stations, fuel and chemical
storage and transfer stations, below deck on boats, and areas where the air contains
flammable chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders.
Electromagnetic Interference
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition
that this device does not cause harmful interference. In addition, changes or modification
to this equipment not expressly approved by the E.F. Johnson Company could void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment (FCC Rules, 47CFR Part 15.19).
Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
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Section 1Features
This manual is applicable to the ES Series Models II/III Portable radios, software 6.14.x or
later. The availability of many of the following features is controlled by the model of your
radio, factory coding of your radio, installed options, firmware version, and field
programming. Refer to Section 9 for more information.
Note As of January 2013, the FCC has mandated all UHF/VHF radios shall not allow
wideband (25 kHz) mode. Federal frequencies are not under FCC jurisdiction; therefore,
Federal customers can continue to order wideband in VHF and UHF. This mandate does
not affect 800 MHz and can continue to have wideband after January 1, 2013. This option
shall prevent UHF/VHF radios bought after January 1, 2013 from operating in wideband
mode.
1.1 General Features
The following operating modes are programmable:
• Conventional analog
• Conventional Project 25 (digital)
• Trunked Project 25 (digital)
™
•SMARTNET
• Multi-Net
The ES Series Model II/III portable radio has the following features:
• 32 zones with 16 channels (512 channels total) are standard. A maximum of 54 zones
with 16 channels each (864 channels total depending on the option selected) may be
enabled.
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, SmartZone® trunked (analog or digital)
®
Project 16 (analog) trunking
Features
• Large graphic display with backlight
• 16-position channel select switch
• Three-position rotary option switch
• Up to nine (limited keypad) or 21 (DTMF keypad) programmable option keys/buttons
• Each option key/button programmable with a different function for each operating
mode (Conventional, SMARTNET/SmartZone, Trunked P25)
• Menu mode
• AES 256-bit FIPS 140-2 approved encryption available on P25/digital channels.
(Encryption is currently not available on Multi-Net channels.)
Note The 51SL ES Series radios are dual encryption. Either DES or AES encryption is available
(not both). Single key DES is standard when P25 is ordered.
Either DES encryption or AES encryption is optional for the 51FIRE ES Series and may be
purchased from EFJohnson Technologies.
• DES 64-bit encryption available on analog channels, DES-OFB on digital channels (see
Section 11). (Encryption is currently not available on Multi-Net channels.)
• Emergency calls for high priority system access
• Priority (standard) and Radio Wide scan modes with user programmable scan lists
• User selectable high and low power output
• Surveillance mode
• Time-out timer
• Keypad lock to prevent accidental key presses
• Power up password to prevent unauthorized use.
• Programmable and user adjustable tone volume
• Programmable minimum volume level
• Soft power down to prevent accidental power off
• Operates on both wide and narrow band channels
• Adjust Contrast values of LCD display
• Over the Air Programming (OTAP) option enables you to program radios without
connecting them to a computer
• Easy radio programming and feature updating for portable and mobile radios
Note The availability of many features is controlled by field programming and by the options
ordered. See the EFJohnson Technologies product description and the following sections
in this manual for additional information.
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1.2 Conventional Features
• Up to 864 channels or talkgroups programmable
• Repeater talk-around
• Carrier or Call Guard® (CTCSS/DCS) controlled squelch on analog channels, NAC
and talkgroup IDs on P25 channels
• Normal/selective squelch selectable by option button or menu
• Monitor mode selectable by option button or menu
• Time out timer penalty and conversation timers
• Dual priority channel sampling when scanning (analog and digital channels)
• Busy channel lockout (transmit disable on busy)
• Unit calls on P25 channels
• Telephone calls on P25 channels with over dialing.
Features
• Cloning capability using a cable or wireless connection (see Section 5.13)
• Emergency alarms and calls to alert a dispatcher of an emergency condition
• Single tone encoder controllable by user on analog channels
• Two tone encoder controllable by user on analog channels
• Five tone encoder on analog channels
• Automatic Number Identification (ANI) on analog channels
• MDC1200 ANI and Emergency Alert support
• Call Alert™ on P25 channels (send and receive pages)
• Predefined messages (up to 16) can be sent to a dispatcher (P25 mode)
• Predefined status conditions (up to eight) can be sent to a dispatcher (P25 mode)
• Over-The-Air-Rekeying (OTAR) compatible (P25 channels).
• Keypad programming with password access (Federal Government users only)
• Text message send & receive (Project 25 digital)
1.3 SMARTNET / SmartZone Features
The following SMARTNET/SmartZone features are available:
• Up to 864 talkgroups programmable (channels select talkgroups)
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Features
• Group, Enhanced Private Conversation™, standard Private Conversation, and
Telephone calls
• Emergency alarms to alert a dispatcher of emergency conditions
• Emergency calls for high priority system access
• Failsoft operation on a predefined conventional channel if trunked system fails
• Priority group calls detected while listening to other group calls when scanning
• Call Alert™ (send and receive pages)
• Predefined messages (up to 16) can be sent to a dispatcher
• Predefined status conditions (up to 8) can be sent to a dispatcher
• Dynamic regrouping (dispatcher can automatically gather users on a channel to receive
a message)
• Roaming (SmartZone only)
1.4 Project 25 Trunked Features
The following P25 Trunked features are available:
• Up to 864 talkgroups programmable (channels select talkgroups)
• Group and Unit Calls
• Telephone calls with overdialing
• Emergency alarms to alert a dispatcher of emergency conditions
• Emergency calls for high priority system access
• Failsoft operation on a predefined conventional channel if trunked system fails
• Priority group calls detected while listening to other group calls when scanning
• Call Alert™ (send and receive pages)
• Predefined status conditions (up to eight) can be sent to a dispatcher
• Dynamic regrouping (dispatcher can automatically gather users on a channel to receive
a message)
•Roaming
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1.5 Multi-Net Features
• Up to 864 channels or talkgroups programmable
• Up to 32 RF sites per system
• Up to 16 systems (home repeaters)
• Roaming with auto or manual registration
• Call indicator (future release)
• Telephone, Unit (Unique ID), and Directed Group calls
• Receive priority 1 and 2 IDs
• Block ID code detect
• Status message transmission
• Transmit Inhibit
• Any zone/channel of a system can be designated to be dynamically re programmable
over the air
Features
• Enhanced emergency button operation (any zone/channel can be designated as the
emergency channel with auto transmit)
• Site search lock
• Site select
• Receive unique ID display
• Busy queuing (future release, telephone and unit ID calls only)
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2.1 Front Panel Controls
The locations of Front Panel controls are shown in Figure 2.1.
S ECTION
Section 2Controls and Display
Menu Mode:
<F1> = Exit
<F2> = Select/Menu
Enable
Figure 2.1 Front Panel Controls
ES
Display
Up/Down Sw
Menu/Option
Buttons
Option Buttons
Microphone
DTMF Keypad
Speaker
ES
Limited Keypad Model
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DTMF Keypad Model
Controls and Display
Note The appearance of the 51FIRE ES Model II and III radios are identical to the 51SL ES
Model II/III radios except for the yellow casing for the 51FIRE radios.
Microphone - The microphone is located behind the small opening shown in Figure 2.1.
For best results, hold the radio 2-3 inches from you mouth and speak at a normal
conversational level. Do not shout since it distorts your voice and does not increase range.
Display - This is a graphical LCD (Liquid Crystal Display). The display backlight can be
programmed to turn on when any key/button is pressed (or pressed and held, depending
upon programming), or when the Backlight option button is pressed or menu parameter
selected (see Section 3.5).
Up/Down Buttons- Select zones when multiple zones are programmed (see Section 3.3).
Pressing the up button selects the next higher number and pressing the down button selects
the next lower number. These buttons also provide up/down select in the menu mode and
in other modes when up/down select is required.
<F1> - In menu mode (see Section 4.4), functions as a step back and exit button. If menu
mode is not used, it is a programmable option button.
<F2> - Selects the menu mode when that mode is enabled by programming. Also
functions as an Enter or Select button in the menu and other modes. If menu mode is not
used, it is a programmable option button.
<F3>, <F4> - Programmable option buttons.
DTMF Keypad - The full keypad DTMF models include the 12 keys required to dial
telephone and unit ID numbers.
Speaker - The radio speaker is located near the bottom of the front panel. When a speaker/
microphone is used, it is automatically detected when the Opt Sel 1 line of the accessory
connector is pulled low. The logic then automatically disables the internal speaker.
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2.2 Top Panel Controls
Note When the 54 channel/16 zone feature is enabled in a portable radio, the zone and channel
controls will be swapped on the radio. The channel select knob will select the zones, and
the up/down buttons will select the channels.
Figure 2.2 Top Panel Controls
Power ON-OFF/
Volume Adj
Controls and Display
Antenna
Connector
Multi-Function
Indicator
Option
Switch
Channel
Switch
Emergency
(Option)
Button
Note The 51FIRE Series ES radios are available with Blade knobs or Round knobs.
Multi-Function Indicator - Indicates the following conditions:
Table 2.1 LED Indicators
LED Color LED Duration Description
Red ON Tx: clear
Red 125 ms ON
125 ms OFF
Red 125 ms ON
125 ms OFF
125 ms ON
750 ms OFF
Red 750 ms ON
125 ms OFF
Green ON Rx: clear conventional or trunking
Green 750 ms ON
125 ms OFF
Orange Continuous until Self Test
complete
Orange ON Tx: Secure
Tx: CLEAR with low battery Tx: trunking system
busy
Rx: Secure Group
Rx: Secure individual call
Rx: clear individual call
Self Test state
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Table 2.1 LED Indicators
Orange 125 ms ON
125 ms OFF
Orange Blinking (1 to 10 times) Startup Failure. See Table 2.2
Tx: SECURE with low battery
Note This indicator is disabled if the Surveillance mode is programmed (see Section 4.10).
Certain failures encountered during radio startup are indicated by blinking of the Orange
LED. The Type of failure is indicated by the number of times the LED blinks (1 to 10) as
described in Table 2.2.
Table 2.2 LED Startup Failure Indications
Orange LED
Blinks
1 Incorrect Software Boot Loader is not the expected version
2 Bad File Format Parameter file version doe not match radio’s
3 Parms Fail Invalid backup copy of parameters stored in SPI
4 Bad Band Radio band stored in parameter file does not match
5 Corrupt Parms Parameters file contains an error, although
6 EEPROM Fail Self test timed out without successful read/
7 DSP Fail PowerPC never received Power-up message from
8 Cycle Power Communication failure between DSP and back-end
9 HC08 Init Fail HC08 was not initialized correctly and cannot be
10 Zone Fail Number of zones exceeds the number of zones for
Startup Failure Indicated Description
software
Flash device
the radio band in the tuning parameters
parameters checksum is valid
verification of parameter file
the DSP
ADC on the RF Deck
accessed
which the radio was optioned
ON-OFF/Volume - Turning the knob clockwise turns power on and sets the volume level.
Turning it counterclockwise to the detent turns power off. The minimum volume level can
be set by programming. Soft power down can be programmed as described in Section
3.1.2, and the volume control can be disabled as described in Section 3.1.3.
Channel Switch - This 16-position switch selects up to 16 channels in the current zone.
Additional zones can be programmed to allow up to 864 channels to be selected by this
switch. This control can be disabled as described in Section 3.3.
Rotary Option Switch - This is a three-position switch that can be programmed to control
various options. The “A” position is “on” and the “B” and “C” positions are “off” (see
Section 4.2). When this switch is programmed to select zones, “A” selects Zone 1, “B”
Zone 2, and “C” Zone 3 if applicable.
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Antenna Connector - This is the connection point for the antenna. Make sure the antenna
is tight before using the radio.
Emergency Button- This button or some other option button can be programmed as an
Emergency button to alert a dispatcher of an emergency condition. Refer to Sections 5.9
and 6.8 for more information. If not programmed as an Emergency button, this button can
also be programmed for other functions.
The user can set an external line by pressing the emergency button. External devices can
trigger off of the radio’s external line. If the “Ext Emergency” Option is enabled by
programming and the user presses the emergency button, the Aux B line on the accessory
connect shall be set to low (0V). It remains low until the External Emergency Time has
passed or the user exits the emergency. If the user presses emergency during the External
Emergency Time, the timer starts over. If the user exits emergency before the External
Emergency Time has passed, the output line returns to Vbatt.
Note If the radio is so programmed, a single button on the external microphone can be used as
the Emergency Button in place of a button on the radio. Operation is identical to that
described above.
2.3 Side Controls
Figure 2.3 Side Controls and Jacks
1
2
3
PTT (Push-To-Talk) Switch - This switch is pressed to turn the transmitter on to transmit
a message. It is then released to listen. Transmitting is indicated when the top panel
indicator is constant red or is displayed (surveillance mode only, see Section 4.10).
Option Buttons
PTT Switch
Accessory
Connector
Battery Pack
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Option Buttons 1, 2, and 3 - Each of these buttons can be programmed to control a
specific function (see Section 4.2). In addition, they can be programmed for soft power
down (see Section 3.1.2). These buttons can also be temporarily disabled by the keypad
lock feature (see Section 3.6) or permanently disabled.
Battery - To remove the battery, press the release button on the bottom and pivot the
bottom of the battery outward.
Accessory Connector- This is the connection point for optional accessories such as a
speaker/microphone or earphone. It is also the connection point for the computer when
programming the radio or for data equipment when the P25 Packet Data feature is used
(see Section 5.14.14). Details of operations through the connector (such as external
microphone signal routing, the functions of any microphone-mounted buttons, etc., are
determined by programming).
If a Speaker Microphone (that has an Emergency button) is attached, the “One Button
Mic” may be enabled. If “One Button Mic” is enabled, the programmed button shall
operate in the same fashion as the buttons on the portable including press and hold
functionality using the Press and Hold Timer. If an accessory has not been programmed,
the button on the mic uses the External Emergency Switch/Button functionality and timer
to trigger Emergency operation.
2.4 Display
The display supports both the Classic Single Line display mode or enhanced Dual Line
functionality. In Classic Single Line mode, display shows zone and channel (as
programmed). In the enhanced (or dual line) functionality, the following aliases can now
be programmed for up to 16 characters:
• Favorite zone alias
• 54 Channel/16 Zone configuration zone aliases
• Zone aliases
• Channel aliases
Note Even though 16 characters can be programmed, only the first 12 are displayed on
portable radios.
Note Radios are capable of displaying messages in English, French or Spanish depending upon
the language programmed for the radio.
The user can select what information will be displayed on the second display line:
• Zone - the second display line will only show the zone alias during normal operation
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• Event Messages - the second display line will only show event messages, such as
“EMERGENCY - Call Rcvd”, “Site Trnkg” during normal operation. When no event
message is to be displayed, the second display line will be blank.
• Zone and Event Messages - this is a combination of the previous two options. Event
messages will retain priority, but during idle time, the zone alias will be displayed.
An option may be programmed to disable the portable LED. If enabled, the radio’s LED
will not light for transmit/receive/error code conditions. During transmit, the Tx icon will
be displayed to provide some indication to the user that the radio is transmitting. Because
error code conditions will not be displayed if the option is enabled, it is recommended that
this option not be used for Model 1 radios.
2.4.1 Standard Portable Display
For portable subscribers, standard display mode indicates that the radio will function with
a row of icons at the top of the LCD and a row of text in the middle of the LCD. This is the
mode of operation in which the radio has operated in all prior software releases. Certain
12-character aliases are now supported.
Figure 2.4 ES Series Portable Radio Standard Display
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2.4.2 Enhanced Portable Display
Enhanced display mode on the portable indicates that an additional row of text is added to
the standard display. This secondary row of text is used to display the zone and/or event
message.
Figure 2.5 ES Series Portable Radio Enhanced Display
2.4.3 Portable Icons
The layout of the front panel display is shown below. Icons are typically shown in the
upper part of the display and text messages in the lower part.
LED displays may be disabled by programming. If so programmed, the radio’s LED will
not light for transmit/receive/error code conditions. During transmit, the Transmit icon
will be displayed to provide some indication to the user that the radio is transmitting.
Because error code conditions will not be displayed if this option is enabled, EFJohnson
recommends that this option not be used for Model I radios.
Figure 2.6 Graphical Display
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The icons are as follows:
Figure 2.7 5100 Icons
Icon Description
Low Battery
Keypad programming/edit mode – Displayed when the radio is in a mode where the user can edit
radio parameters
Monitor enabled
Repeater talk-around enabled
Scan enabled
Security enabled
The current channel is in the enabled scan list (only when scan is on or when in scan edit mode)
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The current channel is the priority channel in the enabled scan list (only when scan is on or when
in scan edit mode)
The current channel is the priority 2 channel in the enabled scan list (only when scan is on or
when in scan edit mode)
Interconnect mode enabled
Private call mode enabled
Roaming (only used with Multinet trunking)
P25 Data Context enabled – Radio is ready for data operations
P25 Data Channel Grant – Radio is operating on a data channel
Site Lock (P25 Trunking, SmartZone, Multinet trunking)
Multinet trunking group scan enabled
Transmit – Displayed while radio is transmitting while surveillance mode is enabled
Signal strength – Indicates the strength of the currently received signal
GPS link active
Call history – used in conventional call alert, unit call, or text messaging when selecting a unit ID
Text message mode active
Radio Wide Scan Enabled. This icon is also displayed (along with the edit mode icon) when
Radio Wide Scan Edit is active.
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Controls and Display
Note Under certain environmental conditions (such as in cold and/or dry areas), electrostatic
discharge (ESD) can cause the display to go blank. Pressing and holding the “Up” button
for at least three seconds will reset the display and restore its normal operation.
2.4.3.1 RSSI Threshold Indications
In conventional mode only if programmed, the user can see the signal strength of the last
call displayed as a signal strength indicator icon. At the start of every call, the radio will
take an RSSI measurement and set a corresponding signal strength indicator icon. The call
must be long enough for a full measurement (40 ms) or the measurement will be ignored.
The signal strength indicator icon from the last call will stay displayed until a new call is
received. The icon signifies the strength of the last received call not the current signal
strength. If the radio goes out of range because it did not receive a beacon within the
Inactivity Duration, it will automatically set the signal strength indicator to Out Of Range.
Table 2.3 RSSI Threshold Indicators
RSSI Range Portable Icon
No Measurement Taken
< Out of Range
Out of Range < Fair
Fair < Good
Good < Excellent
> Excellent
2.5 Signaling Tones
Information is communicated to users of the ES Series Portable radio using signal tones
and alerts and by LED signaling. Table 2.4 shows the information and signaling tones
supported by the ES Series Portable radio. If you are viewing a PDF of this manual on a
computer equipped with a sound card, double-click on the Horn icon ( ) next to the
Message Name to hear the tone.
Table 2.4 Tones for the ES Series Portable Radios
Message Name Message Description Audible Description
Action Performed An action has been performed such as
selecting an item in List
Alert TX Warning Timer for Group, Unit, and
Interconnect Calls
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Tone
Category
One high pitched beep, one
medium pitched beep and one
high pitched beep
High Pitched Beep Action
Keypress
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Table 2.4 Tones for the ES Series Portable Radios (Continued)
Tone
Message Name Message Description Audible Description
Alert Site Trunking Radio is in Site Trunking High pitched beep Action
Category
Alert Tone Adjust Used when adjusting the Volume for
Analog Signaling Side
Tone
Automatic Call Back A Voice Channel is available from a
Bad Invalid Key Presses, Inadequate
Call Alert ACK Call Alert Acknowledgement has been
Call Alert Received Call Alert Page has been Received Six medium pitched beeps
Channel Busy System is currently busy Group of 4 Low Pitched Tones Action
Clear Alert Tone Radio receives a Secure call while in a
DTMF Keypress DTMF Keypress Medium pitched continuous tone Action
Dynamic Regrouping • Dynamically Regrouping Command
Emergency Alarm ACK Emergency Alarm Acknowledged
Emergency Button
Press
Emergency Canceled Emergency is Canceled Medium pitched very long tone Action
Alert Tones
Occurs during Conventional Analog
Pre ANI Signaling
previous request
Permissions / Self Test Fail
Received
Clear Mode - PCC Option
has been received
• Talk Permit Tone while Dynamic
Regrouped
Successful
Emergency button has been Pressed Medium pitched long tone Action
Medium pitched tone Keypress
Medium pitched continuous tone Action
One high pitched beep, one
medium pitched beep and one
high pitched beep
Short Low Pitched Tone Action
Six medium pitched beeps Action
repeated every 6 seconds
Medium Pitched Beep Action
Gurgle Action
A group of 5 medium pitched tones Action
Action
Action
Enhanced Unit Call Enhanced Unit Call is Received Three medium pitched tones
Error Timeout States, Change Keyset Fail,
Failsoft Trunking System has Failed Two medium pitched beeps
Feature OFF Binary Feature has been Turned OFF Medium pitched beep followed be
Key Fail After channel change, Radio does not
Key Fail PTT After PTT, Radio is in Secure mode
Keyloader/Menu Enter
Mode
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TX Timeout, Attempt to TX Clear when
Strapped Secure and vice versa
have the assigned key
but does not have the assigned key
Enter Menu Mode, Keyloader
Attached
repeated 4 times every 6 seconds
Low Pitched Continuous Tone Action
repeated continuously
a lower pitched beep
Six medium pitched long tones Action
Continuous medium pitched long
tones
Medium Pitched Beep followed by
a higher pitched beep
Action
Action
Keypress
Action
Keypress
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Table 2.4 Tones for the ES Series Portable Radios (Continued)
Message Name Message Description Audible Description
Tone
Category
Keyloader/Menu Exit
Mode
Low Battery The battery strength is getting low.
Message / Status ACK Message / Status Acknowledgement
Multi-Net Talk Permit
Tone
Non-Enhanced Unit Call Non Enhanced Unit Call is Received Two medium pitched beeps
OTAR
Acknowledgement
Out of Range Trunking Radio is in an Out of Range
Priority Call Received Radio has received a Priority Call Two low pitched beeps Action
Radio Self-Test Pass Self Test has Passed Medium Pitched Beep followed by
Return to Normal • Dynamic Regrouping has been
Ring Radio has received an interconnect
System Retry Tone that occurs after the 2nd ISP or
Talk Permit Tone (When PTT Button is Pressed)
Temperature Change Temperature has changed from
Unprogrammed
Channel
Valid Keypress / Feature
ON
Volume Boundary Volume boundary reached when
Exit Menu Mode, Keyloader Detached High pitched beep followed by a
medium pitched beep
Two medium pitched beeps Action
Charge or replace the battery
immediately
Six medium pitched beeps Action
has been Received
Multi-Net Directed Talkgroup Talk
Permit Tone
OTAR Hello Acknowledgement
Received
State
Canceled
• Voltage has returned to Normal
• Temperature has returned to Normal
• Conventional: TX Penalty Timer has
Expired
and is waiting for Unit Call target
subscriber to respond
ISW retry
verifying that the system is accepting
transmissions
Normal to Hot or Too Hot
Radio is turned to an Unprogrammed
Channel
Valid Key Press or a Feature has been
turned on
adjusting the volume with Volume Up /
Down Buttons
Medium pitched long beep Action
repeated every 6 seconds
High Pitched Beep Action
Low pitched, very long tone
repeated
a higher pitched beep
Medium Pitched Beep followed by
a higher pitched beep
Telephone Ringing Action
Continuous low pitched tone Action
Three medium pitched beeps Action
Two medium pitched beeps Action
Low Pitched Continuous Tone Action
Medium Pitched Short Tone Keypress
Two medium pitched beeps Action
Keypress
Action
Action
Keypress
Action
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Section 3General Operation
3.1 Turning Power On and Setting Volume
Power is turned on and off by the top panel ON-OFF/Volume switch.
S ECTION
3.1.1 Power Up
When power is initially turned on, the following events occur:
• The EFJohnson Technologies logo is displayed
• The firmware version number is displayed.
• A self test is performed.
• If the Radio ID feature is enabled, the radio will display the (up to ten-character) Radio
ID alias in place of the Self Test message during startup. Radio ID identifies the
personality file used to program the radio, the service area for which the radio is
programmed, or functional grouping for which the radio is programmed. The Radio ID
alias display will be included with the Radio Info display items in both button/scroll and
menu modes. If disabled, the Radio ID menu mode will display a blank line.
• The currently selected zone is displayed.
• The Individual (Unit/Unique) ID programmed for the currently selected system is
displayed.
• A tone sounds (if tones are enabled) and the alias of the selected talkgroup is displayed
continuously.
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Programming determines if the radio powers up on the last selected zone or the preprogrammed home zone. Refer to Section 3.3 for information on the channel that is
selected. The minimum volume level may be set by programming. This can prevent
missed messages resulting from inadvertently turning the volume to an inaudible level.
3.1.2 Standard and Soft Power Down
To turn power off, rotate the ON-OFF/Volume control counterclockwise until a click
occurs. Power may remain on for an instant after turn-off occurs.
A soft power down feature can be programmed to prevent radio power from being turned
off by accidentally turning the on-off/volume control. Any side button can be programmed
for this function in addition to its normal function. To turn power off, press this button
during or after power is turned off in the normal manner (there is no time out).
The enhanced soft power down feature adds a “standby” mode which mutes audio, turns
off lights, and can block a combination of buttons and switches.
Enhanced Soft Power Down has two modes of operation:
Normal Mode. If the power/volume knob is turned off nothing happens until the
programmed side button is pressed.
Standby Mode. When the power/volume knob is turned off, the radio displays
“Standby”, audio is muted, and the indicator lights are turned off. The radio remains in
“standby” until the power knob is turned back on or the user presses a button that has
not been disabled.
Note No hardware is shut down during standby. This means that power savings while in
standby are negligible allowing the user to have immediate access to the system since they
do not have to power components back up.
The volume is set to half of maximum when the radio exits standby due to a button press or
switch change.
3.1.3 Setting Volume Level
The volume level is adjusted by the top panel volume control knob or by option buttons
programmed for the Up/Down volume function. When the buttons are used, the volume
control function of the knob is disabled (it is still used to switch power). Volume buttons
may be used instead of the knob, for example, if accidental turning of the volume knob is a
problem.
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When the volume control buttons are used, the number of steps (ticks) required to change
the volume from the minimum level to maximum level is programmable for 2-50. For
example, if “20” is programmed, there are 20 adjustment steps from minimum to
maximum volume. Only one volume control button can be programmed if desired and
wrap-around then occurs after the maximum or minimum level is selected.
The radio can also be programmed so that volume control is also be disabled by the
Keypad Lock feature.
The minimum volume level that the volume control can select can be programmed. This
can be used to prevent missed messages caused by unintentionally turning the volume
down too far. Relative levels of 0-255 can be set in steps of 1 (“0” sets the lowest
minimum volume).
Note This setting is applicable to 51xx and Ascend portable radios.
The relative volume level can be determined by the position of the index on the volume
knob or by a reference signal as follows:
• If a key press tone is enabled, a short tone sounds when a key is pressed. Tones and
audio can differ depending on how it is programmed.
General Operation
• If a conventional channel is selected and the Monitor option button or menu parameter
is programmed, pressing that button unsquelches the receiver and either voice or
background noise is heard (see Section 5.2). If a SMARTNET/SmartZone or P25
Trunked channel is selected, the receiver cannot be manually unsquelched.
3.2 Power-Up Password
The power-up password feature prevents unauthorized use of the radio by disabling it
when power is turned on until the proper password is entered. This feature is enabled or
disabled by programming.
When this feature is enabled, “Enter Pswd” is briefly displayed when power is turned on.
The password can be 1-8 digits in length, and consists of digits 0-9. It is entered as
follows. If an incorrect password is entered, “Incorrect” is displayed and it must be reentered.
DTMF Keypad Models - Enter the password using the 1-8 keys and then press the
Enter <F2> button when finished. If a mistake is made, the last digit can be erased by
pressing the <F1> (Clear) button.
Limited Keypad Models - Select the proper number for each position by pressing the
Up/Down buttons. When the proper number for a position is displayed, select it and
move on to the next position by pressing the <F2> (Enter) button. If the password is
less than eight digits, press <F2> twice after the last digit.
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An enhanced password scheme allows up to four power-on (user) passwords, download
and upload passwords, and a master password to be programmed.
The current User password can be changed if the “Set User Password” option button or
menu parameter is programmed. Selecting this function displays prompts for entering and
confirming a new password. It is recommended that a number key not be used for this
function because the password mode is exited if that key is pressed to enter a number.
Refer to Section 10 for more information on passwords.
3.3 Zone and Channel Select
The selected zone and channel are selected and displayed as follows. For more information
on zones and channels, refer to Section 3.9.5.
3.3.1 Zone Select
The front panel Up/Down buttons briefly display the alias of the current zone. When not in
special modes such as the menu mode, pressing either the up or down button once displays
the alias of the current zone. Then quickly pressing it again changes the selected zone up
or down. The rotary A/B/C switch on the top panel can also be programmed for zone
select. The “A” position then selects Zone 1, “B” Zone 2, and “C” Zone 3 (if applicable).
After the highest programmed zone is displayed, wrap-around to the lowest programmed
zone occurs and vice versa. The selected zone is also displayed briefly on power up. If the
selected zone alias needs to be displayed continuously, it must be programmed as part of
the channel alias.
The Up/Down buttons on the front of the ES Series portable are typically used to scroll
through the various Zones that a user needs to access. To eliminate inadvertently
switching Zones if the radio is accidentally bumped and an Up/Down button is pressed, a
Zone Lock function is implemented. The Up/Down button will not scroll through zones
unless the Zone Lock button is first pressed. If the Zone Lock button is pressed, the Up/
Down buttons are available for scrolling. Upon five-ten seconds of inactivity, the Up/
Down buttons again are not usable for selecting a Zone. The Zone Lock function is
programmable for any programmable button on the radio.
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3.3.2 Channel Select
Channels are selected by the rotary 16-position switch on the top panel. The alias
(identification) for the selected channel/group is displayed continuously during normal
operation.
When an unprogrammed channel is selected, “Unprogramd” is displayed and a tone
sounds (if tones are enabled). When conventional channels are selected and the Display
Information option button or menu parameter is programmed, either the channel
frequency or alias can be displayed (see Section 5.8).
The channel selector knob can also be disabled by programming. Channels must then be
directly selected as described next (if applicable). It may be desirable to disable the
channel select knob when direct selection is used in order to prevent confusion since the
channel knob then may not indicate the selected channel.
The radio can also be programmed so that the channel select control is also be disabled by
the Keypad Lock feature (Section 3.6) similar to the volume control described in Section
3.1.3.
3.3.3 54 Channel / 16 Zone Feature
This is an optionally purchased programmable feature that allows for more than 16
channels in a zone. When enabled, the radio can be configured with up to 16 zones and 54
channels per zone.
3.3.4 Direct Zone / Channel Selection
The Direct Channel Select feature is available if the Channel Select option switch or menu
parameter is programmed. This feature allows channels to be directly selected using the
DTMF keypad numeric keys (DTMF models only) or Up/Down buttons (all models).
For direct selection purposes, channels are numbered sequentially starting with the lowest
zone. Each zone can be programmed with up to 16 channels, so Zone 1 channels are
numbered 1-16, Zone 2 channels 17-32, and so on as shown below. For example, Zone 1/
Channel 16 is selected by Channel 16, and Zone 2/Channel 16 is selected by Channel 32.
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Seq. Ch. No. Zone Channel
111
16 16
17 2 1
32 16
33 3 1
48 16
Proceed as follows to select channels using this mode:
1 Enable the direct Channel Select mode by pressing the Channel Select option with or
selecting the “Chan Selct” menu parameter. The alias and sequential number of the
current channel are alternately displayed.
2 Select the desired channel using the Up/Down buttons or directly enter it using the 0-9
keys (if available). If using the 0-9 keys, the radio attempts to display the entered
number after the 3rd digit is entered or approximately 2 seconds after the last key is
pressed.
3 To exit the this mode and select the entered channel, press the Channel Select switch
again or the <F2> button. To exit without changing the channel, press the <F1> button.
This mode is also exited automatically without changing the channel after
approximately one minute of no activity.
Other features of this mode are as follows:
• When using the Up/Down buttons, wrap-around to the lowest zone/channel occurs after
the last channel in the highest programmed zone is displayed and vice versa. For
example, if Zone 1/Channel 5 is the highest programmed channel, wrap-around occurs
after Zone 1/Channel 16 is displayed.
• When an unprogrammed channel is displayed, the sequential channel number and
“Unprogramd” are alternately displayed.
• If an invalid channel number is entered using the 0-9 keys, or the <F2> or Channel
Select option switch is pressed with “Unprogrammed” displayed, an error tones sounds,
“Invalid” is briefly displayed, and the displayed channel does not change.
• The rotary Channel Select switch may not correctly indicate the selected channel after
direct channel selection is used. However, if this switch is enabled and rotated, it selects
the channel it is indicating. For example, if the switch index is pointing to channel 3 and
channel 15 of the current zone is being displayed, rotating it to channel 4 selects channel
4 of the current zone.
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• If the rotary Channel Select switch is enabled, the radio always powers up on the
channel it is selecting.
If it is disabled, the radio can be programmed to power-up on the home channel number
of the home zone, which will override whatever is selected with the Channel Select
switch. With the “Last Zone”/“Home Channel” configuration, the programmed home
channel number of the last active zone is selected. If it is not programmed,
“Unprogrammd” is displayed. With earlier models, the last selected channel is
displayed when powering up on the last selected zone, and channel 1 is displayed when
powering up on the home zone.
3.3.5 Combined Zone and Channel
If the Combined Zone/Channel option is enabled, the flexibility to accommodate different
number of character combinations for Zone and Talkgroup is implemented. The
implementation for Combined Zone/Channel Display is as follows:
• Characters to Display Zone - (1-7)
• Space Between Zone / Talkgroup (optional)
• Characters to Display Talkgroup - This is a calculated field. (10 minus the number of
Zone Chars minus 1 (if Space) or 0 (if No Space).
The radios use the specified number of characters from the Zone and Talkgroup Alias
fields to create the combined display text. If the Zone or Talkgroup Alias is larger than the
number of characters specified, the radio truncates the alias to the specified number of
characters so that both the zone and the talkgroup fit into the display.
3.3.6 Favorite Zone
The Favorite Zone feature provides users the ability to setup “Favorite Channels” in one
Favorite Zone, and allows the user to edit the channels without impacting any of the
channels already programmed to the zone.
A menu item or programmed function button of the ES Series Portable radio allows user to
add channels to the Favorite Zone. If Favorite Zone is enabled, the user has the ability to
change the channels that are in his favorites list, as follows:
1 Select the zone / channel to be placed into Favorites, using the zone/channel selectors.
2 Press the “Favorites” button or menu item for the ES Series Portable radio (the radio
remembers the current zone/channel).
3 Press the up/down button to the location (1-16) where you want to store this favorite.
The radio will automatically start at the first unprogrammed channel and if all channels
are programmed, the radio will start at Channel 1.
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4 To store the new channel in to the favorite list, press the Select button which is <F2> on
the portables. The radio will remain on the channel that was just added to the Favorites
list.
5 To exit without saving, press the programmed Favorite button (the button you pressed
to enter this mode). On the ES Series Portable radio, you can also press the Cancel
<F1> button.
6 Upon exit, the radio will return to the channel that was just added to the Favorites list.
3.4 Battery and Accessory Connector
The following provides Battery and Accessory Connector information.
3.4.1 Battery Removal / Installation
To remove the battery from the radio for recharging or replacement, press the release
button (see Figure 3.1) and then rotate it upward to the approximate point shown and
remove it from the radio.
Figure 3.1 Battery Removal
Battery Release
Button
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3.4.2 Low Battery Indication
Note If the radio contains encryption keys and is not programmed for infinite key retention, be
sure to reattach a battery within approximately 30 seconds to prevent the loss of these
keys (see following).
A low-battery condition is indicated by the icon in the display. The battery should be
recharged or replaced as soon after this indication appears. Once this indication appears, it
stays on until power is cycled.
Note The signal strength indicator normally occupies the location used by the Low Battery
icon. If the radio enters low batty mode, the Low Battery icon takes priority.
The following additional low battery indications and conditions may be enabled by
programming:
• A chirp sounds once a minute in the receive standby and transmit modes.
• A chirp sounds each time the PTT switch is pressed.
• The top panel LED indicator flashes red every 30 seconds in the receive mode.
• Low power is selected when transmitting.
As indicated in the preceding note, the radio may need to be connected to a constant power
source to preserve the encryption keys in memory. This is required if “infinite key
retention” is not programmed. To allow the battery to be changed without losing the keys
with this feature disabled, storage capacitors maintain the supply voltage to memory for
approximately 30 seconds without a battery attached. Therefore, be sure to reattach a
battery within that time. Refer to Section 9 for more information on encryption keys.
There is a battery saver feature that can be enabled by programming. This feature
functions on trunked channels, and it automatically selects low transmit power when the
receive signal strength (RSSI) indicates that the site is nearby.
3.4.3 Battery Charging
Note When a battery is charged while attached to the radio, make sure radio power is off (see
following).
The battery can be charged separately or while attached to the radio. When it is charged
while attached to the radio, radio power should be turned off. If it is not, the battery begins
slowly discharging when the charger enters the trickle charge mode. This mode is
indicated by a green Ready indication, and it is entered automatically when the battery is
nearly fully charged. Gradual discharging occurs in the trickle mode because the charge
current is less than the radio standby current (of approximately 200 mA).
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Note Be sure, especially when using nickel metal-hydride (NiMH) batteries, to put new batteries
Be sure to read the instructions for operation of the battery charger, and follow all of them
carefully.
(or batteries that have been inactive for a significant time) through at least three full
charge/discharge cycles initially. Otherwise the batteries may not provide the number of
operating hours that they are rated for.
CAUTION
!
Do not transmit in close proximity to the charger base (see following).
Do not expose the charger base to high level RF signals while a battery is being charged
because this may cause a charger fuse to blow (especially in the UHF range). Radios
programmed for SMARTNET/SmartZone operation, for example, may affiliate while in
the charger which causes them to automatically key. Therefore, do not leave radio power
on while charging as described above.
3.4.4 Beltclip Installation
Remove the battery and slide the beltclip into the slot on the battery until it locks into place
(see Figure 3.2). To remove the beltclip, squeeze the tab on the end of the beltclip and
slide the beltclip out.
Figure 3.2 Beltclip Installation
Beltclip
Beltclip
Beltclip
Beltclip
Locking Tab
Locking Tab
Locking Tab
3.4.5 Connecting an Accessory
To connect an accessory to the transceiver, proceed as follows:
1 Remove the protective cover over the accessory jack on the side of the transceiver.
2 Insert the hook on the lower end of the accessory connector into the slot on the side of
the transceiver.
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3 Rotate the latch open, press the connector against the transceiver, and then release the
latch to lock the connector in place.
4 Install the included locking screw in the latch tab in the location shown.
Figure 3.3 Accessory Connector
Install Lock
Screw Here
Accessory Connector
Latch
Hook
3.5 Backlight
The backlight for the display and option buttons can be programmed to automatically turn
on when any key/button is pressed. If this option is not enabled, the backlight can be
programmed to turn on for a specified period when the backlight button is pressed. The
specified period, set by programming, can be 0 to 7.5 seconds or 0 to 75 seconds. After
this period, the backlight will automatically turn off. If the user presses the backlight
button again before the specified period has elapsed, the backlight will turn off
immediately.
Note If the backlight is programmed for 0.0 seconds ON time, pressing the backlight button
toggles the backlight on or off.
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3.6 Keypad Lock
The Keypad Lock feature temporarily disables the front panel keys to prevent keys from
being accidentally pressed. This feature is available if the Keypad Lock option button is
programmed. To lock the keypad, simply press the Keypad Lock option button. Then to
unlock the keypad again, press and hold this button until a tone sounds.
Disable Toggle during Keypad Lockout can be programmed for customers who do not
want the portable toggle switch to be functional while the radio is in keypad lockout mode.
When enabled, if the radio is in keypad lockout mode the toggle switch will not be
functional. Upon exiting keypad lockout mode, the radio will not update to the current
toggle position. Unless the toggle switch is programmed for the Keypad Lockout function,
changing the toggle position during keypad lockout mode will display "Kypd Lockd". If
the toggle switch is programmed for the Keypad Lockout function, it will perform that
function as expected.
Permanent Keypad Lockout can also be programmed. The keypad is then permanently
disabled and cannot be enabled by the user. Additional information on this feature follows.
• A global “Front Keypad Lockout Only” function can be selected by programming. The
front panel keys but not the side panel option buttons are then disabled by the preceding
Keypad Lock and Permanent Lock functions. If this function is not selected, both the
front and side panel buttons are disabled. The PTT switch is usually not disabled.
However, if enabled in programming, the radio will ignore PTT attempts when an
external microphone is attached.
• The Channel Selector and Volume controls can be programmed so that they are locked
by the Keypad Lock function.
• The “Channel Selector Enabled” function can be programmed globally. If this is not
selected, the channel selector is always disabled regardless of the Permanent Lockout or
Keypad Lock status. Channels can then be selected only by direct channel select (see
Section 3.3).
• The volume control is permanently disabled if a Volume Up/Down option button is
programmed regardless of the Permanent Lockout or Keypad Lock status. Refer to
Section 3.1.3 for more information.
• There is the option to enable the backlight when a key is pressed in the Keypad Lock
mode. There is also the option when programming conventional channels to disable
DTMF dialing.
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3.7 Setting Squelch
The user can program a menu item, or function button, for squelch adjust. While on a
conventional analog channel without emergency or scan active, the user can select the
programmed button or menu item for squelch adjust. The current squelch setting will
show on the display. Using the up and down buttons on the portable radio, the user can
adjust the squelch setting to a desired level from -7 to +7. Increasing the value towards +7
causes the squelch to open sooner for weaker signals while decreasing towards -7 has the
opposite effects. Pressing the select button will store the new squelch setting and return
the user to the main display.
The squelch level is preset and may not require readjustment. However, if the squelch
threshold needs to be changed on a conventional analog channel, it can be changed in the
same way as though using keypad programming if available. The squelch level is preset
during alignment. If the keypad programming feature is available (see Section 5.15), the
squelch threshold can be changed by the user on each conventional analog channel.
Note The Keypad Programming feature is available to Federal Government users only.
General Operation
3.8 Transmit Disable
Transmitting can be disabled on each conventional, SMARTNET, SmartZone, and P25
Trunked channel so that the channel is monitor-only. When transmitting is attempted on a
receive-only channel, “Rx Only” is displayed and an error tone sounds. This is
programmed for each radio.
3.9 Radio Operating Modes
Each selectable channel can be programmed for the conventional (analog or Project 25
digital), SMARTNET/SmartZone, or Project 25 digital trunked operating mode. For
example, Zone 1/Channel 1 could be a conventional channel, Zone 1/Channel 2 a
SMARTNET channel, and so on. More information on these modes follows.
Note All operating modes utilize certain functions that are activated/deactivated by pressing
and holding a particular key/button or switch. The “hold” interval is preset. When
instructed to “press and hold”, do so until the desired action occurs. For other operations
(not specified “press and hold”) only momentary pressing is required.
The user has the ability to use two different timers for Emergency mode (Conventional
system) - one to enable and one to disable emergency mode, preventing accidental
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enabling and disabling of emergency mode. With Emergency Press and Hold enabled,
emergency mode is enabled when the Button Press/Hold Duration Timer expires. In both
cases, emergency mode is cancelled when the Button Press/Hold Emergency Cancel Timer
expires.
3.9.1 Conventional Mode
This is a non-trunked operating mode which accesses independent radio channels. There is
no automatic access to several channels. Selecting a conventional channel selects a
transmit and receive frequency and other channel parameters such as squelch control
coding.
Conventional channels can be either standard (analog), Project 25 (digital) or mix mode.
With digital operation, the Digital Signal Processor (DSP) converts the audio signal to
digital data packets. Another difference is that analog channels use Call Guard (CTCSS/
DCS) squelch control and Project 25 channels use a Network Access Code (NAC) and
talkgroup ID codes.
With Project 25 operation, a NAC is transmitted which must match the NAC programmed
in the repeater or base station equipment and the radio(s) being called for communication
to occur. In addition, to receive standard group calls, the receiving radio must be
programmed to detect the transmitted talkgroup ID code.
With conventional operation, a busy channel condition is detected automatically if the
busy channel lockout (transmit disable on busy) feature is programmed. Otherwise, it must
be detected manually. An out-of-range condition is not indicated by special tones or
messages as with trunking operation because there is no initial data exchange with the
repeater that allows this condition to be detected. Operating features unique to
conventional channels are described in Section 5.
3.9.2 SMARTNET / SmartZone Mode
This is a trunked operating mode in which automatic access is provided to several RF
channels. ID codes are used to select what radios are being called and what calls are
received. Monitoring is performed automatically and special messages and tones indicate
busy and out-of-range conditions.
SMARTNET and SmartZone operation and programming is very similar. Basically,
SMARTNET operation is limited to a single repeater site and SmartZone operation allows
automatic roaming between sites. Enhanced SMARTNET/SmartZone features include
roaming (SmartZone only), telephone, private, and emergency calls, Call Alert
messaging. Either analog or digital signaling may be used (digital is optional).
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, and
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When a SMARTNET or SmartZone channel is selected or the radio is powered up on one
of those channels, the alias (name) of the selected channel is displayed as the radio
searches for a control channel. Once a control channel is found, the radio attempts to
register on the trunked system. If a control channel could not be found (because of an out
of range condition or the system ID is not correct, for example), “No Sys” (early units) or
“Out Of Rnge” (later units) is displayed and the radio continues to search for a control
channel.
The control channel transmits and receives system information to and from all radios
registered on the system. Therefore, once a control channel is found, it is continuously
monitored for incoming call information and is used to make call requests. The radio
automatically changes to a traffic channel to place and receive calls and then returns to the
control channel when the call is complete. Operating features unique to SMARTNET/
SmartZone channels are described in Section 6.
3.9.3 P25 Trunked Mode
The P25 Trunked operating features are very similar to the SmartZone type just described.
Since SmartZone features are also similar to SMARTNET features, all three modes are
described in the Section 6. Some differences between the P25 Trunking and SmartZone
modes are as follows:
• Digital signaling is always used with P25 calls. Either analog or digital signaling may
be used for SmartZone calls.
• Calls made to a specific radio in the P25 mode are called Unit Calls. In the
SMARTNET/SmartZone mode they are called Private Calls.
• Messaging is not available with P25 calls.
• Telephone calls are available
• The P25 control channel data rate is 9600 baud and the digital voice data rate is also
9600 baud. With SmartZone operation, the control channel data rate is 3600 baud (both
digital and analog calls) and the narrowband digital voice data rate is 9600 baud.
• The P25 mode uses a system ID, Wide Area Communications Network (WACN) ID,
and RF Subsystem ID (RFSS). The SmartZone mode does not use the WACN and
RFSS IDs.
• P25 Unit IDs can be 1-16,777,215 (000001-FFFFFF hex) and SmartZone Unit IDs can
be 1-65,535 (0001-FFFF hex).
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3.9.4 Multi-Net Mode
Multi-Net® is a proprietary EFJohnson Technologies trunked radio protocol with
enhanced features including roaming, status messages, and special calls. The types of calls
that can be placed with Multi-Net operation include standard (group) and special. Special
calls include telephone, unit (unique ID), and directed group. Standard group calls are
described in Section 7.9, and special calls are described in Section 7.10.
The Multi-Net operating mode provides automatic channel selection (trunking) and
monitoring before transmitting. Special tones and display messages indicate busy and outof-range conditions, and telephone calls can be placed almost as conveniently as with a
home telephone.
Selecting a Multi-Net channel selects a Multi-Net System, transmit and receive group ID
codes, and other information. The Group IDs determine the group of radios being called
and what calls are received. There may also be priority and block ID codes programmed
that allow additional calls to be received. Special calls such as telephone and unit are
initiated by pressing option buttons programmed for that function, not by selecting a
system/group as with other Multi-Net radios.
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The basic building blocks used to program Multi-Net operation in the Ascend portable are
Sites, Systems, and Channels. The relationship between these parameters is shown in
Figure 3.4.
Figure 3.4 Site, System, Channel, and Zone Relationships
The Sites of the Multi-Net Radio System into which subscriber unit calls can roam
SITES
Status and Home Repeater
Frequencies, System Key
SYSTEM
Home Rptr No. Unit ID, Emer
Zone/Ch, Grp Scan List, Site
List, Fixed Priority IDs,
Transmit Inhibit IDs, Block
Decode IDs, Timers, Dynamic
Reassign Group, Tx Power
CHANNEL
Tx and Rx ID codes, Access Priority,
Talk Permit (Proceed) Tone
ZONES
Each zone can include up to
any combination of 16 MultiNet, conv analog, conv P25,
trunked P25, SMARTNET,
and SmartZone channels
(modes except conv analog
are optional).
Up to 30 Rptrs Up to 30 Rptrs
System 1
Home Rptr 1
Ch 1 Tx/Rx
Grp IDs
Ch 1 Ch 2 Ch 3 Ch 4 Ch x
Ch 2 Tx/Rx
Grp IDs
Home Rptr 2
Ch 3 Tx/Rx
Grp IDs
Up to 30 Rptrs Up to 30 Rptrs
Site 3Site 2Site 1
System 2
Ch 4 Tx/Rx
Grp IDs
Zone 1
Multi-Net
Ch 1
Conv Analog
Ch 2
Conv P25
Ch 3
Trunked P25
Ch 4
SMARTNET
Ch 5
Site 4
System x
Home Rptr x
Ch x Tx/Rx
Grp IDs
SmartZone
Ch 16
3.9.5 Systems, Channels, and Zones
A zone and channel are selected to place and receive calls. The following describes the
relationship between systems, channels, and zones.
3.9.5.1 Conventional, Trunked Systems
A system is a collection of channels or talkgroups belonging to the same repeater site. It
defines all the parameters and protocol information required to access a site. Up to 16
systems of any type can be programmed.
The maximum number of channels assignable to a system is limited to 864. Channels may
also be limited by available memory space as described in the following information.
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3.9.5.2 Multi-Net Systems
Multi-Net systems are structured somewhat differently than non-Multi-Net systems.
Characteristics of Multi-Net systems as used with this radio are as follows:
• Each system is programmed with a site list that includes all the sites into which the radio
can roam. Up to 32 sites can be specified per system.
• A system defines the characteristics of a single home channel for all of these sites.
Therefore, one system must be programmed for each home channel to which group calls
are placed. Up to 16 systems can be programmed. Channels are linked to a system
which determines the home repeater of the group calls.
• Some other system parameters are unit ID (unique ID), fixed priority, block, and
transmit inhibit IDs; emergency zone/channel, telephone and unit call priority and
permissions; and group scan list.
3.9.5.3 Channels
A channel selects a radio (RF) channel or talkgroup as follows:
Conventional Analog Mode - A channel selects a specific radio channel, Call Guard
(CTCSS/DCS) squelch coding, and other parameters unique to that channel.
Conventional Project 25 Mode - A channel selects a specific radio channel, NAC
squelch coding, talkgroup ID, and other parameters unique to that channel.
SMARTNET/SmartZone and Trunked Project 25 Modes - A channel selects a
specific talkgroup, announcement group, emergency group, and other parameters
unique to that talkgroup.
A maximum of up to 864 channels can be programmed with the preceding modes
depending on the option enabled. These channels can belong to a single system or multiple
systems. The maximum number is also limited by the available memory. For example,
since more memory is required to program a SMARTNET system than a conventional
system, the total number of channels decreases as the number of SMARTNET channels
increases.
3.9.5.4 Zones
A zone is a collection of up to 16 channels of any type. For example, a zone could include
12 conventional channels and four SMARTNET channels. One use of zones may be to
program the channels used for operation in different geographical areas. The maximum
number of zones is 32 or 54 depending upon the option selected.
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4.1 Viewing Radio Information
The ES Series Portable radio has function button “Radio Info”. When this button is
pressed, the following information is displayed.
S ECTION
Section 4Radio-wide Features
•Band
• SEM version
• File format version
• ESN
• Bootloader version
• DSP version
• SNDCP IP address
• Encryption key information
• Unit ID (which is tied to the system that is currently active.)
•Radio ID
• Memory type
• Software version
As the user cycles through items, they scroll across the display. The user may pause and/or
move text back and forth using the same controls as in text messaging.
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4.2 Option Keys / Buttons
Most of the keys/buttons on this radio are programmable (see Table 4.1) as follows:
• On the side panel, the three buttons above the PTT switch (see Figure 2.3).
• On the front panel, buttons <F3>, <F4>, and all DTMF buttons.
• On the top panel, the rotary three-position switch and the orange button (see Figure 2.2)
The functions that can be controlled by option buttons are shown in Table 4.1. Each option
button can be programmed to control a different function in each of the three operating
modes. For example, <F3> can control one function when a conventional channel is
selected, another when a SMARTNET/SmartZone channel is selected, and still another
when a Project 25 trunked channel is selected.
Table 4.1 Programmable Option Button and Menu Mode Functions
X = Available in Mode:
Project 25
Function
Activate OTAP X Actv OTAP
Alert tones On-Off X X X X X Tones
Auto Site Search X X X Auto Site
Backlight On-Off X X X X X Backlight
Call Alert Select (Paging) X X X X Call Alert
Call Response Select X X X XCall Rsp
Cancel Dynamic Regroup X X X Cancel DR
Change Keyset (OTAR) X X X X Chg Keyset
Channel Select X X X X X Chan Selct
Clear/Secure Encryption
Select
Clone Programming Select
(51xx menu only)
Contrast X X X X C Contrast
Data Modes X Data Modes
Digital (Project 25) talkgroup
Select
Display GPS XXXXXGPS
Display Information Select
(frequency or channel display)
Emergency Mode Select X X X X X Emergency
Emergency Clear X X X X X Emerg Clr
Erase Keys, OTAR
(menu only with 51xx53xx)
Favorite Channels X X X X X Favorites
Group Scan X Grp SCan
High/Low Power Select X X X X X Tx Power
Shaded features support the secondary press and hold function on the portable radios.
XXXX Security
X X X X X Clone
X Select TG
X Display
X X X X XErase Keys
Trunking
SMARTNET SmartZone MultiNet
Menu DisplayConventional
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Table 4.1 Programmable Option Button and Menu Mode Functions (Continued)
X = Available in Mode:
Project 25
Function
Home X X X X X Home Zone
Home 2 X X X X XHomme2
Key Select, OTAR X X Key Select
Keypad Lock Select X X X X X (Opt sw only)
Keypad Programming Select X Keypad Prg
Messaging Select X X X X Message
Monitor Mode Select X Monitor
Mute/Unmute X X X X X Audio Mute
Normal/Selective Squelch
Select
OORI Tone X (status) OORI Tone
P25 Packet Data X Data Modes
Phone Call Select X X X X X Phone
Priority Channel Select X Priority
Private Call Select X X X Priv Call
Radio Information X X X X X Radio Info
Radio Wide Scan Select X X X X X RW Scan
Rekey Request X X Rekey Request
Repeater Talk-Around Select X Talk Arnd
Request to Talk XRTT
RWS List Edit X X X X X RWS Edit
Scan Mode Select X X X X Scan
Scan List Edit Select X X X X X Scan Edit
Scan List Select X (5100 only) X X X X Scan Selct
Set User Password X X X X X Set Paswd
Site Lock Select X X X Site Lock
Site Search Select X X XSite Srch
Squelch (Code) Select List X Sqlch Code
Status Select X X X X X Status
Surveillance Mode Select X X X X X Surv Mode
Talkgroup Lock X
Text Messaging XText Msg
Tone Volume Edit - Alert X X X X X Alert Vol
Tone Volume Edit - Keypad X X X X X Keyprs Vol
Transmit Power XXXXXTx Pwr
Unit Call Select X X XUnit Call
Unprogrammed
(
Note The button is not
used.)
Volume Down
Shaded features support the secondary press and hold function on the portable radios.
X Squelch
XXXXX
X X X X X (Opt sw only)
Trunking
SMARTNET SmartZone MultiNet
Menu DisplayConventional
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Table 4.1 Programmable Option Button and Menu Mode Functions (Continued)
X = Available in Mode:
Project 25
Function
Volume Up
Zone Select X X X X X Zone Selct
Shaded features support the secondary press and hold function on the portable radios.
X X X X X (Opt sw only)
Trunking
SMARTNET SmartZone MultiNet
Menu DisplayConventional
4.3 Feature Enable / Disable
One of the function buttons may be programmed to enable/disable certain features. These
features have binary ON/OFF states, and the programmed button toggles the feature to the
alternate state. Figure 4.2 identifies features that may be enabled or disabled using the
programmed button. One short beep indicates the feature is ON; two short beeps indicate
the feature is OFF.
Table 4.2 Features which May Be Enabled/Disabled using the Function Button
SMARTNET/
Function Conventional
Alert Tones x x x x
Backlight x x x x
Clear / Secure x x x
High / Low Power x x x x
Keypad Lock x x x x
Monitor x
Mute / Unmute x x x x
Radio Wide Scan x x x x
Repeater Talk Around x
Scan x x x
Selective Squelch (ON) /
Normal Squelch (OFF)
Site Lock x x x
Surveillance Mode x x x x
Zone Lock x x x x
a. For Multi-Net, Group Scan.
x
SmartZone
P25 Trunking Multi-Net
a
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4.4 Menu Mode
Most functions that can be controlled by an option button can also be controlled by the
menu mode. The functions that can be controlled by the menu mode are shown in Table
4.1. Functions can be controlled by both an option button and a menu parameter if desired.
When the menu mode is used, the <F1> and <F2> buttons become dedicated menu mode
control switches (see following illustration). The <F1> button is Back/Clear, and the
<F2> button is Menu Select/Enter. If the menu mode is disabled, these buttons can be
programmed for other functions.
Figure 4.1 Menu Mode Buttons
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Menu
Back/
Exit
Menu
Select/
Enter
Menu
Scroll
Up/Down
Only the enabled menu items which apply to the selected channel type are displayed. For
example, if a conventional channel is selected, only the enabled functions for conventional
channels are displayed.
When in the menu mode, messages continue to be received on the selected channel.
However, the display does not indicate who is calling. Pressing the PTT switch exits the
menu mode and keys the transmitter.
The menu mode operates as follows:
1 To select the menu mode, press the <F2> button. Up to three menu parameters are then
displayed as shown in the preceding illustration.
2 To scroll up or down through the menu parameter list, press the Up/Down buttons. The
selected parameter is indicated by a dark bar.
3 To display the available modes for a highlighted parameter, press the <F2> button. The
currently selected mode is indicated by an asterisk.
4 Press the Up/Down buttons to highlight the desired mode. Then press the <F2> button
to select that mode.
5 To step back to the previous level or exit the menu mode, press the <F1> (Back)
button.
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4.5 Function Recall
A function recall button or menu item can be programmed so that if the user presses this
button or activates its menu item, the radio enters Function Recall mode, and the display
flashes “Fnc Recall”. Pressing any button displays the function assigned to that button for
a specified period. If that same button is pressed again during the specified period, the
radio performs the function assigned to that button and then exits Function Recall mode.
Function Recall mode can also be exited by pressing the Function Recall button once
(without pressing another function button).
Note If the user presses a function button programmed for Emergency while Function Recall is
activated, Function Recall is aborted. The radio will proceed to perform the programmed
Emergency function.
4.6 Time-Out Timer
The time-out timer disables the transmitter if it is keyed continuously for longer than the
programmed time. It can be programmed for 15-225 seconds or it can be disabled by
programming 0 seconds.
If the transmitter is keyed for longer than the programmed time, the transmitter is disabled,
a continuous tone sounds, and “TX Timeout” is displayed. Five seconds before time-out
occurs, a warning beep sounds to indicate that time-out is approaching. The timer and tone
are reset by releasing the PTT switch.
A different time can be programmed for each system, and the timer can be enabled or
disabled on each conventional channel. With conventional channels, a penalty time may
also be programmed that prevents transmissions for a certain time after the transmitter is
disabled (see Section 5.5).
One use of this feature is to prevent a channel from being kept busy for an extended period
by an accidentally keyed transmitter. It can also prevent possible transmitter damage
caused by transmitting for an excessively long period.
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4.7 Home Channel Select
If the Home option button is programmed, pressing it selects the preprogrammed Home
channel. This provides a quick way of returning to a frequently used channel. Pressing and
holding this button until a tone sounds makes the currently selected channel the new
Home. (The radio can be programmed to ignore this press-and-hold function). The radio is
also programmed so that either the Home or last selected channel is automatically selected
when power is turned on. A secondary Home, Home2, may also be programmed.
Note The radio can be optionally programmed so that pressing and holding the Home option
button causes the radio to switch to the existing Home or Home 2 instead of making the
current selection the new Home.
4.8 Power Output Select
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Each conventional channel and SMARTNET/SmartZone and P25 Trunked system can be
programmed for high, low, or switchable power. If the High/Low Power option button or
menu parameter is programmed and selectable power is programmed on the current
channel or system, high and low transmitter power can be selected. All models support
high and low power. The low power level is typically 1 watt and the high power level the
rated power output of the radio (3 - 5 watts, depending on frequency band).
The new level is flashed in the display as either “Hi Power” or “Low Power”. If selectable
power is not permitted on the current channel, “Fixed Low” or “Fixed High” is flashed
and no change occurs. The selected power level for a channel or system is permanent until
it is manually changed again. The low power mode may be automatically selected during a
low battery condition (see Section 3.4.2).
4.9 Alert Tone Select
The various alert tones that sound are described in Section 2.5. These tones can be turned
ON and OFF if the Alert Tone option button or Tones menu parameter is programmed.
When all tones are OFF “Tone Off” is momentarily displayed, and when all tones are on,
“Tone On” is momentarily displayed. If this button or menu parameter is not programmed,
tones are fixed in the on or off mode by programming. If the Surveillance mode is
programmed (see following), tones are totally disabled.
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The Alert Tone volume can be adjusted relative to the volume control setting. This is done
by programming and also by the user if the Tone Volume Adjust option button or menu
parameter is programmed. Relative levels of –170 to +170 can be set with “0” the default
setting. A minus value decreases the tone volume and a plus value increases it. The user
adjusted level permanently overrides the programmed level if applicable.
4.10 Surveillance Mode
Surveillance mode is a programmable option that can be used to totally disable the
backlight, all alert tones, and front panel LED indicator in all operating modes. The radio
can be fixed in this mode by programming or it can be turned on and off by the user if the
Surveillance Mode option button or menu parameter is programmed. The user selected
mode permanently overrides the programmed mode if applicable. To provide a transmit
indication when the front panel LED is disabled, the icon is displayed (see Section 2.4).
This icon is displayed only in the surveillance mode.
The transmit/receive LED indicator, display and keypad backlight, and all alert tones can
be programmed to be disabled. When setting is enabled, the radio will power up in
Surveillance mode with the selected options active. A function button can also be assigned
which will activate and deactivate surveillance mode at the user’s discretion. It overrides
any other programming of these functions such as a Tone or Backlight option button.
4.11 Scanning
Scanning monitors the channels in the scan list for traffic that the radio is programmed to
receive. When traffic is detected, scanning stops and the message is received. Shortly after
traffic is complete, scanning resumes.
If programmed, auto scanning can be enabled on a per channel setting. If enabled for a
channel, the radio begins to scan automatically after changing to that channel.
The user can enter the scan list edit mode for the selected scan list while the radio is
scanning without manually turning scan off. If the user presses the scan edit button while
the radio is scanning, the radio shall stop scan and enter directly into scan list edit mode
for the selected scan list. The scan edit mode shall timeout after seven seconds of
inactivity. If the scan edit mode times out, or the user exits the mode via the exit button or
the scan list edit function button, the radio shall save the changes to the scan list and restart
scan.
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There are two basic scan modes available: Priority (Standard) and Radio Wide. The
operation of the priority type is unique to the type of channel selected, and the operation of
Radio Wide type is the same regardless of the type of channel selected. Only one type can
be enabled at a time. For example, if priority scanning is enabled and radio wide scanning
is selected, priority scanning is automatically disabled and vice versa. More information
on these types of scanning follows.
4.11.1 Priority Scanning
Priority scanning (also referred to as standard scan) monitors only channels that are the
same system as that currently selected. For example, if a conventional channel is selected,
only conventional channels in that system are scanned and likewise for SMARTNET/
SmartZone and Project 25 Trunked channels.
More information on how priority scanning operates in the Conventional Mode is located
in Section 5.10, and for the other modes in Section 6.10. Priority scanning is turned on and
off by the Scan option button or menu parameter as follows. If this button or menu
parameter is not programmed, Priority scanning is not available.
• Enable scanning using the Scan option button or menu parameter. Scanning is enabled
when “Scan On” is briefly displayed and the icon is indicated.
• To turn scanning off, press the Scan option button again or select “Off” in the scan
menu. Scanning is disabled when “Scan Off” is briefly displayed and the icon is no
longer indicated.
• If the zone or channel is changed while scanning is selected, scanning continues on the
same or a different scan list (see Section 4.12.1).
Note Each SMARTNET/SmartZone and P25 trunked channel can be programmed so that
scanning is automatically enabled when the channel is selected.
4.11.2 Radio Wide Scanning
Radio wide scanning monitors the channels in the pre programmed radio-wide scan list.
This scan list can include up to 16 channels of any type and assigned to any zone (see
Section 4.12.2). Radio wide scanning is turned on and off by the Radio Wide Scan option
button or menu parameter as follows:
• Enable Radio Wide Scanning using the Radio Wide Scan option button or menu
parameter. Radio wide scanning is enabled when “RW Scn On” is briefly displayed and
the icon is indicated.
• To turn radio wide scanning off, press the Radio Wide Scan option button again or
select “Off” in the menu. Scanning is disabled when “RW Scn Off” is briefly displayed
and the icon is no longer indicated.
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• If the zone or channel is changed while radio wide scanning, scanning continues
Priority sampling is not available when using Radio Wide Scan.
Note Use radio wide scanning only if two or more channels in different systems need to be
scanned at the same time such as conventional and SMARTNET/SmartZone or Project 25
Trunked channels on two different trunked systems. Otherwise, use the more efficient
“Priority Scan” feature, which has less chance of missed scanned traffic.
4.11.3 Scan Hold Time
When traffic is received or transmitted while scanning, there is a delay before scanning
resumes. The delay after receiving a call prevents other traffic from being received before
a response can be made. The delay after transmitting ensures that a response is heard
instead of other traffic from occurring on some other channel.
normally.
Separate delay times are programmable for radio wide and priority scanning. With radio
wide scanning, delays of 2-7.5 seconds are programmable in 0.5-second steps. With
priority scanning, delays of 0-7.5 seconds are programmable in 0.5-second steps. With
SMARTNET/SmartZone and P25 Trunked scanning, scan delays of 0-8 seconds can be
programmed in 0.5-second steps.
4.11.4 Transmitting in the Scan Mode
Scanning can be performed in the Priority Scan Mode or the Radio Wide Scan Mode.
4.11.4.1 Priority Scan Mode
When the transmitter is keyed while scanning is enabled, the transmission may occur on
various channels as follows.
Conventional Operation - Transmissions can be programmed to always occur on the
priority, selected, or receive channel (if applicable). Refer to Section 5.10 for more
information.
SMARTNET/SmartZone/P25 Trunked Operation - If scanning is halted to receive a
message, programming determines if transmissions occur on the selected or active
channel. Transmissions at other times occur on the selected channel.
Multi-Net Operation - When the transmitter is keyed to respond to a call in the radio
wide scan mode, the radio can be programmed to transmit on the selected or active
channel. When scanning resumes or when actively scanning, transmissions always
occur on the selected channel.
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4.11.4.2 Radio Wide Scan Mode
The radio can be programmed to transmit on the selected or active channel similar to
SMARTNET/SmartZone and P25 trunked operation just described.
4.11.5 Nuisance Channel Delete
With priority scanning, channels can be temporarily deleted from the scan list, for
example, if messages become annoying. This feature is not available with radio wide
scanning. Channels can also be permanently added or deleted from a scan list as described
in the next sections. Use the following steps to temporarily delete a nuisance channel:
Note The selected channel and priority channels cannot be deleted from the scan list.
1 While receiving a message on the channel to be deleted, press and hold the Scan option
button until a tone sounds (based on radio programming). The channel is deleted and
scanning of the remaining channels in the scan list resumes.
2 Deleted channels are added back into the scan list if any of the following occur:
- Scanning is turned off and then on again using the Scan option button or menu
parameter.
- Radio power is turned off and then on again.
The selected channel is changed.
4.12 Scan Lists
Priority and Radio Wide Scan lists can be programmed.
Note With scan disabled by programming, the user can reset the scan lists to their default
programmed state. Pressing and holding the Scan Edit button allows the user to access
the feature. “RSET LISTS” will be displayed. Pressing the select key will reset the lists
and “LISTS RSET” will be temporarily displayed before returning the user to the main
display. Selecting Exit will return the user to the main display without reverting the scan
lists. Pressing and holding Scan Edit while scan is on will result in a “tone bad” beep.
This shall only be accessible through a function button press and hold and won’t be
implemented though a menu item.
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4.12.1 Group / Priority Scan Lists
A scan list is the channels that are scanned when scanning is enabled. With all operating
modes, as many priority scan lists as are required can usually be programmed (up to 255).
The only limitation is the available memory. Each scan list can include up to 255 channels/
talkgroups. More information on selecting and editing priority scan lists follows.
Note The selected channel is always scanned.
4.12.1.1 Determining Channels in Priority Scan List
The channels in conventional priority scan lists are indicated by selecting the scan mode as
follows. Channels in SMARTNET/SmartZone/P25 Trunked priority scan lists are
indicated only when editing a scan list (see “Editing a Priority Scan List” which follows).
1 Enable priority scanning using the Scan button or menu parameter. Also select the scan
list if applicable as described in the following “Selecting a Priority Scan List”
description.
2 Select the desired zone and then scroll through the channels by rotating the channel
switch. When the displayed channel is in the scan list (scanned normally), the
icon is displayed.
4.12.1.2 Selecting a Priority Scan List
Note Only priority scan lists are selectable.
Conventional systems can be programmed with a scan list that is normally selected by all
channels in that system. However, there is a programmable option to slave a particular
conventional scan list to a zone. This then becomes the default list for all conventional
channels in that zone (it overrides the system programming).
The default scan list (which is to be used by all conventional channels except those
belonging to slaved zones), can be temporarily changed by using the Scan List Select
option button or the menu parameter. A scan list selected in this manner is retained
through radio power down.
SMARTNET/SmartZone and Project 25 Trunked Channels - Each channel (talkgroup) can
be programmed so that one of the programmed lists is selected or scanning is disabled (No
List). In addition, channels can be programmed so that scanning is automatically enabled
(Auto Scan) when they are selected.
If the Scan (List) Select option button or menu parameter is programmed, the list that is
selected by all talk and announcement groups in the current system can be temporarily
changed by the user as follows. “No List” (scanning disabled) or “Programmed” (default
list) can also be selected if desired. The temporary programmed scan list is retained
through radio power down.
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The scan list is user selectable by the SCAN option switch. The scan list can also be
temporarily changed if the Scan (List) Select option switch is programmed or by pressing/
holding the scan button. Refer to Section 5.10.1 for more information.To change the
currently selected scan list (all channel types), proceed as follows:
1 With scanning disabled ( icon not displayed), press the Scan List option button or
select the Scan Selct menu parameter.
2 The currently selected list is displayed as “List x”, where “x” is the currently selected
list. To exit without changing the selected list, simply press the Scan List option button
again or the <F1> button.
3 To select another list, press the Up/Down buttons. When the desired list is displayed,
select it and exit this mode by pressing the Scan List option button again or the <F1> or
<F2> button.
4.12.1.3 Editing a Priority Scan List
If the Scan Edit option button or menu parameter is programmed, conventional,
SMARTNET/SmartZone, and P25 Trunked priority (standard) scan lists can be user
programmed. Changes are permanent (cycling power does not reselect a default
condition). Proceed as follows:
1 Make sure that both priority and radio wide scanning are off ( icon not displayed).
Select a conventional or SMARTNET/SmartZone/P25 Trunked channel corresponding
to the scan list being programmed.
2 Select the scan edit mode using the Scan Edit option button or menu parameter. This
mode is indicated by in the display.
3 If applicable, select the list to be edited by pressing the Up/Down buttons. Select the
desired list by pressing the <F2> button. The selected list is indicated as “List x”. If
user programming is disabled on a list, (conventional only) “No Edit” is momentarily
displayed and it cannot be edited.
4 Select the channel you want to add or delete by pressing the Up/Down buttons. After
the last channel in the current zone is displayed, the first valid channel in the next zone
is displayed and vice versa. Lists are limited to 256. If an attempt is made to add more
than that, “List Full” is displayed and a channel must be deleted before another can be
added.
Note Priority channels can be deleted.
5 If the selected channel is in the scan list (scanned), the icon is displayed. To
change the status of the displayed channel, press the <F2> (Enter) button.
With conventional channels only, if the selected scan list is programmed with fixed
priority channel(s), the next press of <F2> makes the current channel the priority
channel indicated by . If dual priority channels are used, pressing <F2> again makes
it the second priority channel indicated by . Then pressing <F2> again takes the
2
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6 To exit this mode and save the changes, press the <F1> (Exit) button or the Scan Edit
4.12.2 Radio Wide Scan Lists
With radio wide scanning, up to 15 scan lists can be programmed. This list is user
programmable, and can contain up to 16 channels of any type. For example, it could
include six conventional channels and ten SMARTNET/SmartZone channels. More
information on selecting and editing radio wide scan lists follows.
The user may assign radio wide scanning on a per-channel basis. Each scan list can be
selected as User Editable. With this option selected, the user can edit the active scan list
only from their radio. The user can also select which scan list is active through a
programmed function button or menu function selection. This active scan list is retained
through power down.
channel out of the scan list. Refer to Sections 5.10.3 and 6.10.1 for more information on
priority channel sampling.
option button again.
4.12.2.1 Determining Channels in Radio Wide Scan List
The channels in model radio wide scan lists are determined by selecting the scan list edit
mode (see “Editing Radio Wide Scan List” which follows). When the displayed channel is
in the radio wide scan list (scanned normally), the icon is displayed.
The radio wide scan list status of Multi-Net channels is indicated only when the radio wide
scan list edit mode is selected (see following). The scan list status is not indicated in other
modes.
4.12.2.2 Editing a Radio Wide Scan List
If the RWS Edit option button or menu parameter is programmed, the radio wide scan list
can be edited. Changes are permanent (cycling power does not reselect a default
condition). Proceed as follows:
1 Make sure that both priority and radio wide scanning are off ( icon not displayed).
Select the scan edit mode using the RWS Edit option button or menu parameter. This
mode is indicated by the (Radio Wide Scan) and (Edit) icons in the display.
2 Select the channel you want to add or delete by pressing the Up/Down buttons. After
the last channel in the current zone is displayed, the first valid channel in the next zone
is displayed and vice versa. The list is limited to 16 channels. If an attempt is made to
add more than 16, “List Full” is displayed and a channel must be deleted before another
can be added.
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3 If the selected channel is in the scan list (scanned), the icon is displayed. To
change the status of the displayed channel, press the <F2> (Enter) button.
4 To exit this mode and save the changes, press the <F1> (Exit) button or the RWS Edit
option button again.
4.13 Global Positioning System (GPS)
If this feature is enabled, GPS data can be received from satellites when a GPS receiver is
attached to the side port of the radio. This can include accessories such as the Discover™
GPS Speaker Microphone, if the side port is so configured (see the microphone’s user
manual for operational details). GPS data can be viewed using P25, Conventional,
MultiNet, and SMARTNET/SmartZone Systems. The radio can send the data as P25 data
on properly configured digital conventional systems.
Radio-wide Features
4.13.1 Viewing GPS Data
To use the GPS feature (on a properly configured radio):
1 Connect the cable from the GPS receiver to the Accessory Connector on the side of the
radio (see Figure 2.3).
2 Wait until the GPS receiver acquires enough satellites to obtain a valid position fix.
This will be indicated by the appearance of the satellite icon on the display.
Note It may take up to 10 minutes, depending upon signal conditions, for the GPS receiver to
obtain a position fix. Failure of the icon to appear indicates that the receiver was unable
to obtain a fix.
3 When the satellite icon appears, press the assigned GPS button (or select GPS from the
menu). “GPS” will display briefly, and will be followed by one of the GPS data items:
- Latitude (e.g., 40o55.32’N)
- Longitude (e.g., 90
- Altitude in meters (e.g., 390.2)
- Speed (e.g., 55.5 MPH)
- Course Over Ground (e.g., COG 183.4
o
23.41’W)
o
)
- Time (e.g., 14:23:15)
Press the F2 button to cycle to/from daylight savings time
- Date (e.g., 26NOV2008)
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4 You can cycle through the data items using the “Up” and “Down” buttons. If data is not
Note The GPS viewing mode remains active for 60 seconds after the last user input.
5 To exit GPS viewing, press the assigned GPS button or press the “Clear” button (F1).
4.13.2 Sending GPS Data
The radio can send GPS data in conventional digital mode only. Refer to paragraph 5.17
for more information.
- Number of satellites that the receiver is currently receiving
available for an item, the display shows “No Data”.
4.14 Over the Air Programming
OTAP is an “Over the Air” programming feature (P25 Conventional systems only) for the
radio parameter (code plug) files that may be purchased from EFJohnson Technologies.
Using the OTAP feature, parameter files can be updated and changed in the field,
eliminating the need to take the radio out of service to perform the updates. Firmware
version 6.6.x or later is required to use conventional OTAP, and version 6.10.x or later is
required to use P25 Trunking OTAP.
4.14.1 Radio Set Up
The current profile in the radio controls how an OTAP download is handled. How this is
programmed determines the possible actions the radio should take: “Prompt”, “Activate”,
or “Off-line”.
Prompt
- the radio displays the message “Activate?” after a successful OTAP download,
prompting the radio user to respond.
- On portable subscriber units, the user should press the <F2> button to indicate an
affirmative answer or the <F1> button to indicate a negative answer.
Activate
- the new parameters are automatically written to the EEPROM upon a successful
download. The user sees a display of “Activating” followed by a reset of the radio.
Off-line
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- the parameters are stored in Flash memory until activated by programming or by the
radio user. The activation method for the radio requires having either a menu item or
a button assigned to the “Activate OTAP” function. The download completion action
and any buttons/menu items must be programmed prior to beginning an OTAP
procedure if an action other than the default “Prompt” is desired. The radio must also
be registered with the data router for an OTAP procedure to take place.
- If the radio has undergone a successful download, by selecting the menu item or
pressing the button, the radio displays the message “Activating” followed by a reset
of the radio.
Note The radio will reset after a successful download in this mode, but the previous radio
profile will remain in use until the radio user or programming operator activates the
OTAP parameter.
If the OTAP procedure is not successful, the radio will reboot and return to normal
operating mode with the current parameters.
4.14.2 OTAP Transfer Times
Larger files tie up the radio for a long time. Therefore, any user interface event, such as a
channel change, zone change, button press or toggle switch position change (portable
radios only) stops the OTAP procedure and returns the radio to normal operating mode.
For button presses/toggle switch position changes, the radio exits OTAP mode only if a
function is programmed for the button/toggle switch; otherwise, the bad tone sounds.
Low signal conditions may also cause the radio to exit OTAP. If the radio does not receive
a response from programming one minute after receiving its last data packet, the radio
stops the OTAP procedure and returns to normal operating mode.
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S ECTION
Section 5Conventional Mode Features
An overview of the conventional operating mode is located in Section 3.9.1. The
following information describes the features unique to analog and digital (Project 25)
conventional operation. Refer to the preceding “Radio Wide Features” (Section 4) for
information on features common to all operating modes.
5.1 Monitoring Before Transmitting
With conventional operation, you may need to manually monitor the channel before
transmitting to make sure that it is not being used by someone else. If you transmit while
someone else is using the channel, you will disrupt their conversation. With SMARTNET/
SmartZone and P25 Trunked operation, monitoring is performed automatically. You can
monitor conventional channels automatically or manually.
5.1.1 Automatic Channel Monitoring
If the selected channel is programmed for Busy Channel Lockout (also called Transmit
Disable On Busy), monitoring is automatic. Refer to Section 5.3 for more information on
this feature.
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5.1.2 Manual Channel Monitoring
The automatic monitoring just described may occasionally disable the transmitter when
the channel is not in use, such as if the repeater has extended hang time. In this case, you
may not want to use automatic monitoring, but monitor the channel manually as follows:
Busy Indicator - With scanning disabled, note if the multi-function indicator on the
front panel is steady green. If it is steady green, a carrier is being detected, so the
channel may be busy (see Monitor Mode, following). If it is not, the channel is not
being used and a call can be transmitted.
Monitor Mode - There may be times when a busy condition is indicated even though
no one is using the channel. Monitoring should then be performed by disabling Call
Guard squelch (or talkgroup ID detect on Project 25 channels). This is usually done by
selecting the Monitor Mode (see following) or by the Normal/Selective option button or
menu parameter (see Section 5.4.6).
5.2 Monitor Mode
The monitor mode unsquelches the receiver and monitors the channel even if a carrier is
not detected. Other features of this mode are as follows:
• Call Guard (CTCSS/DCS) squelch is disabled on analog channels and NAC and
talkgroup ID detect are disabled on P25 (conventional) channels.
• Signaling-dependent Busy Channel Lockout options for Tone/NAC and P25 status are
overridden (see next section). (Noise option is not overridden: Monitor mode disables
the protocol-signaling events that the Busy Channel Lockout option Tone/NAC/Status
depend on, but not carrier events.)
• Scanning temporarily halts.
The Monitor Mode operates as follows:
1 To monitor the transmit frequency for activity before transmitting, briefly press the
Monitor option button or select the Monitor menu “Tx Channel” parameter. The
icon is then displayed to indicate the monitor mode. The receiver unsquelches and noise
is heard even if carrier not present.
2 To monitor the receive frequency instead, press and hold the Monitor option button
until a tone sounds (based on programming). This can be used, for example, to improve
reception if intermittent squelching is making a weak message difficult to understand.
3 To disable the monitor mode and return to normal operation, press the Monitor option
button again or select the Monitor menu “Off” parameter.
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The Normal/Selective function disables Call Guard squelch and P25 group ID detect but
not scanning and P25 NAC detect (see Section 5.4.6).
5.3 Busy Channel Lockout
The Busy Channel Lockout feature (also called Transmit Disable on Busy) automatically
disables the transmitter if the channel is busy when the PTT switch is pressed. When the
transmitter is disabled by this feature, “Busy” is displayed, a busy tone sounds, and the
transmitter is disabled.
The Busy Channel Lockout feature can be programmed to operate as follows. Each
conventional channel can be programmed differently.
“Off” - Busy channel lockout is disabled and the transmitter keys even if the channel is
busy.
Conventional Mode Features
“Noise” - If a carrier is detected on the channel, the transmitter is disabled when the
PTT switch is pressed.
“Tone (NAC)” - If an incorrect Call Guard (CTCSS/DCS) or NAC code (see Section
5.14) is detected, the transmitter is disabled when the PTT switch is pressed. An
incorrect code is any code other than the one programmed for the current channel.
“Status” - Transmission is disabled if the repeater inbound channel busy status symbol
is detected.
“Talkgroup” - Prevents transmission during calls with a different NAC or talkgroup.
Transmission is allowed during data or short terminators with the correct NAC.
Applicable to Conventional Digital channels.
If Busy Channel Override is permitted by programming, it is possible to transmit even
when the transmitter is disabled by this feature. Release the PTT switch and then quickly
press it again (within one second).
5.4 Call Guard Squelch
Tone or digital Call Guard squelch (also called CTCSS/DCS signaling) can be
programmed on each conventional analog transmit and receive channel in any order
desired. The reverse burst and turn-off code are always transmitted and also detected on
channels programmed with Call Guard squelch.
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Conventional Mode Features
The Call Guard squelch feature eliminates distracting messages intended for others using
the channel. This is done by using a subaudible tone or digital code to control the squelch.
This tone or code is unique to a user or a group on that channel. This tone or code is
transmitted with the voice signal but is not heard because it is in the subaudible range and
is attenuated by a filter. Call Guard squelch must be used in both the transmitting and
receiving radio to be functional.
5.4.1 Call Guard Squelch Enable / Disable
The Normal/Selective option button (if programmed) or menu parameter can be used to
disable receive Call Guard squelch on analog channels or talkgroup ID code detection on
P25 channels. When selective squelch is disabled, “Sq Normal” is flashed in the display,
and when it is enabled, “Sq Select” is flashed.
When “Normal” is selected, the receiver unsquelches only if a carrier is detected.
Scanning and Project 25 NAC detection are not disabled with this mode selected. The
selected mode is in effect until it is manually changed again. Selecting another channel or
cycling power does not reselect a default condition. There is a programmable option to
display the monitor icon when the “Normal” mode is selected.
5.4.2 Tone Call Guard Squelch
Tone-type Call Guard squelch uses subaudible CTCSS tones from 67-254.1 Hz. Although
there are 42 tones assigned, those above 33 (210.7 Hz) are normally not used because of
their close proximity to the voice band which starts at 300 Hz. In addition, tones 11 (97.4
Hz), 39 (69.3 Hz), 40 (206.5 Hz), 41 229.1 Hz), and 42 (254.1 Hz) are normally not used
because they may cause interference with adjacent tones.
A reverse burst is transmitted when the push-to-talk switch is released and also detected
when calls are received. It is a 180-degree phase reversal for a period of time determined
by the tone frequency, and it eliminates the squelch tail (noise burst) in the receiving radio.
Both the transmitting and receiving radio must be equipped with this feature for it to be
used. The radio can be programmed to turn OFF the reverse burst feature so that the
squelch tail is not eliminated.
If the user would like to hear the squelch tail, then the reverse burst transmission can be
disabled by programming.
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5.4.3 Digital Call Guard Squelch
Digitally Coded Squelch (DCS) uses digital data instead of subaudible tones to control the
squelch. When the push-to-talk switch is released, a turn-off code is transmitted which
eliminates the squelch tail similar to the reverse burst.
5.4.4 Call Guard Disable
A programmed option lets the radio disregard any CTCSS/DCS or NAC/Talkgroup
information on the current channel. This feature is best described as a monitor mode with
no white noise. In analog it is functionally the same as turning the squelch mode to
“normal.” In digital mode it is analogous to checking the “digital squelch” box when
programming the radio. The function can be programmed to any button or the ABC toggle
switch, and the menu. The mode will stay active through channel changes (between
conventional channels) and during scan. While the feature is active the monitor icon will
be displayed.
5.4.5 Conventional Squelch Adjust
Squelch settings on a conventional analog channel can be changed by the user from -7 to
+7. A menu item or function button can be programmed for squelch adjust. While on a
conventional analog channel without emergency or scan active, the user can select the
programmed button or menu item for squelch adjust. The current squelch setting will
show on the display.
Using the up and down buttons on the portable, the user can adjust the squelch setting to a
desired level from -7 to +7. Increasing the value towards +7 causes the squelch to open
sooner for weaker signals while decreasing towards -7 has the opposite effects. Pressing
the select button will store the new squelch setting and return the user to the main display.
5.4.6 Selective Squelch Code Select (CTCSS / DCS / NAC)
This feature allows the normal transmit and receive Call Guard (CTCSS/DCS/NAC)
programming to be temporarily overridden with a code selected from a pre programmed
list. It is available if the Squelch Select List option button or menu parameter and a
CTCSS/NAC code list have been programmed.
Note Call Guard codes can be permanently reprogrammed by keypad programming described
in Section 5.15.
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In addition, conventional systems can be programmed for the Keypad CTCSS/DSC
feature. Codes can then be selected directly from the table by pressing the key for the code.
For example, to select code 3 from the table, press the “3” key. No other conventional
mode functions can then be assigned to these keys.
The CTCSS/DCS/NAC list is programmed with up to 64 tone (CTCSS) or digital (DCS)
Call Guard codes. Different codes can be programmed for the transmit and receive modes,
and carrier squelch (selective squelch disabled) can be programmed if desired. In addition,
each position can be programmed with an NAC code for use with P25 operation.
When the Call Guard code is changed using this feature, it remains selected even if other
channels are selected. However, if radio power is cycled or a talk-around channel is
selected, the normal codes are reselected. When scanning, the selected code also applies to
all scanned channels. Each channel can also be programmed to always ignore the code
selected from this list and use the default code instead.
If both analog and digital (Project 25) channels can be selected or scanned, the CTCSS/
DCS code for the selected position is used for analog channels and the NAC code for the
selected position is used for P25 channels. If a channel is programmed for mixed mode
operation, the selective squelch type (analog or digital) programmed for the transmit mode
determines the selective squelch type used.
Proceed as follows to select a code using the Squelch Select List option button or menu
parameter:
1 Press the Squelch Select List option button or select the Sqlch Code menu mode
parameter. Then press the Up/Down buttons to select the desired code. The display
indicates “SEL SQ xx” where, “xx” is the selected code from 1-64. The code number
and actual code are alternately displayed (NACs are displayed in hexadecimal).
2 To select the displayed code and return to the normal display, press the <F2> (Select)
button or the Squelch Select List button again.
3 To check which code is selected, press the Squelch Select List button once to display
the current selection and then again to return to normal operation.
4 To return to the normal selective squelch codes, select “Default” in this mode. As
previously described, the normal codes are also automatically reselected whenever
radio power is cycled or a talk-around channel is selected.
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5.5 Penalty Timer
A penalty timer may be programmed on conventional systems to prevent transmissions for
the programmed time after the time-out timer disables the transmitter (see Section 4.6).
The penalty timer can be programmed for the same times as the time-out timer, and timing
starts when the PTT switch is released. If the PTT switch is pressed while the timer is
running the timer stops, and continues when the PTT switch is released. When the penalty
timer expires, a beep sounds and the transmitter can then be keyed.
5.6 Conversation Timer
A conversation timer can be programmed on conventional systems in addition to the timeout timer (see Section 4.6). This timer limits the total length of a conversation rather than
just the length of each transmission as with the time-out timer. The following is more
information on this timer.
Conventional Mode Features
• It can be programmed for times up to 7.5 minutes.
• It is reset when the time between transmissions exceeds the time programmed for the
penalty timer.
• A warning beep sounds five seconds before this timer disables the transmitter.
• When this timer disables the transmitter, a continuous tone sounds and the red transmit
indicator turns off. The PTT switch must then be released until the penalty timer expires
(indicated by a beep).
5.7 Repeater Talkaround
Normally, all transmissions go through a repeater which usually increases range.
However, there may be times when a user is out of range of the repeater and therefore
unable to talk to anyone even though the user being called is only a short distance away.
To allow communication in this situation, repeater talk-around can be selected.
Transmissions then occur on the receive frequency which permits direct radio-to-radio
communication.
Repeater talkaround can be selected if the RTA option button or menu parameter is
programmed. When talk-around is enabled by this button, is displayed. This feature
remains enabled during scanning, and changing channels or turning power off does not
change the selected condition. Talkaround is available on conventional channels only.
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A function buttons can be programmed to the “Repeater Talkaround” function. With a
button programmed as “Repeater Talkaround”, the user can press this button while on any
conventional frequency, shifting the radio from operation through a repeater, to simplex
operation on the repeater transmit frequency.
With a “Repeater Talkaround” button enabled, there is no restriction as to which channels
the user can transmit (in simplex mode) on the repeater transmit frequency. A user can
switch to talkaround mode on a busy dispatch channel, and his transmissions could
prevent nearby users from hearing the repeater transmissions.
5.8 Displaying Transmit / Receive Frequency
If the Displayed Information option button or menu parameter is programmed (see Section
4.2), it can be used to display the channel frequency in megahertz. Pressing this button
toggles between displaying the standard channel alias and the channel frequency. The
receive frequency is displayed when receiving and the transmit frequency is displayed
when transmitting. This feature is available on conventional channels only.
5.9 Emergency Alarm and Call
Emergency Alarms and Calls are separate functions that can be individually enabled or
disabled on each analog and P25 conventional system. The Emergency option button or
menu parameter is required for these functions. Emergency Alarms and Calls are
transmitted on the global (radio wide) emergency zone/channel if one is programmed. If it
is not programmed, the emergency is transmitted on the selected channel. The emergency
programming of the system to which that channel is linked controls the emergency
operation.
5.9.1 Emergency Alarms
An emergency alarm is a special transmission that alerts a dispatcher of an emergency
situation. It is sent automatically by pressing the Emergency option button (on the radio or
on the external mic, depending upon programming), or selecting the Emergency menu
parameter. The system to which the emergency channel is linked must have Emergency
Alarms enabled.
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Conventional Mode Features
In the P25 conventional mode, a special P25 emergency data transmission is sent, and in
the conventional analog mode, an analog signalling packet is sent (both are programmed).
Refer to Section 5.12.4 for information on MDC1200 Emergency Alert.
For an Emergency Alarm:
• The DTMF Emergency ID is sent.
• The MDC ID is sent with the emergency bit set.
• The Five Tone ID is sent with the fifth tone being status type emergency.
• GE Star ANI is sent.
• No special action is done with the single tone.
Proceed as follows to send an emergency alarm:
1 If required, select a channel of a system on which Emergency Alarms are enabled and
then press the Emergency option button or select that menu parameter. The radio then
automatically transmits the emergency alarm.
2 Either Normal or Silent operation can be programmed. With Normal operation, the red
LED lights, the emergency tone sounds, and “EMERGENCY” flashes in the display.
“EMERGENCY” continues to flash until the alarm ends. If “Silent” is programmed,
none of these indications occur. If “No Receive Activity During Emergency” is
programmed, receive audio, the front panel LED, and receive icons are disabled in the
receive mode.
3 When the emergency alarm is acknowledged by the dispatcher, “Ack Rcvd” is briefly
displayed and the emergency acknowledge tone (two beeps) sounds. This alert tone can
be disabled if desired, and does not occur if Silent operation is programmed.
Retries will occur automatically for conventional analog and MDC. No emergency
acknowledgement is expected from the system. Retries will continue until a
programmed count of retries is reached.
4 The emergency alarm mode is exited when radio power is cycled or by pressing and
holding the Emergency option button.
5.9.2 Emergency Call Alert
This feature notifies a user when an emergency call is being made on their selected P25
Conventional Talkgroup.
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If an emergency call is received by the radio on the selected channel, the emergency alarm
ACK tone will sound (5 consecutive tones), and the “Emerg Rcvd” message will display,
followed by the unit ID of the emergency radio. If any other emergency calls are made
after this initial one using a different radio, the tone will not sound, but the unit ID will be
updated to reflect the most recent emergency call. To exit this state, press the button
programmed for “Emergency Clear”. The radio should return to its normal display, and the
Emergency Received message should no longer show.
5.9.3 Emergency Calls
The Emergency Call feature allows a user to place an emergency voice call by pressing the
PTT switch after pressing the Emergency option button or selecting the Emergency menu
parameter. If the Emergency Hot Mic feature is enabled, the emergency call is
automatically transmitted without having to press the PTT switch (see following
description). The system to which the emergency channel is linked must have Emergency
Calls enabled. Analog and Digital (P25) calls can be individually enabled.
If the emergency call is sent on a P25 channel, an emergency indication is sent. If it is sent
on an analog channel, the DTMF Emergency ID is sent in place of the ANI DTMF PTT ID
if applicable.
Note The DTMF Emergency ID is sent only if pre- or post- DTMF ANI is enabled on the
channel by programming.
MDC, Five Tone Signaling, Single Tone Signaling, Two Tone Signalling, or GE Star are
sent for Analog Emergency Calls, depending on programming.
5.9.3.1 Emergency Hot Mic
If Emergency Hot Mic has been enabled for emergency calls, automatic transmitting
occurs with microphone audio unmuted without having to manually press the PTT switch.
The automatic transmit period is programmed for 10-120 seconds in 10-second steps. If
this feature or emergency calls are not enabled by programming, automatic transmitting
does not occur. This feature is initiated only on the first press of the Emergency button.
Subsequent presses do not trigger automatic transmissions. To reset this function, cycle
power or press and hold the Emergency button.
5.9.3.2 Placing an Emergency Call
1 If required, select a channel of a system on which Emergency Calls are enabled and
press the Emergency option button or select that menu parameter. The Emergency Call
is then sent as described in Section 5.9.1 if applicable.
2 If the preceding Emergency Hot Mic feature is enabled, the call is automatically
transmitted without pressing the PTT switch. If it is disabled, press the PTT switch and
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begin speaking as with a standard call. If the channel is changed, operation continues
on the new channel in the emergency mode.
3 With analog calls, subsequent presses of the PTT switch cause the DTMF emergency
ID to be sent according to the ANI programming (if DTMF ANI is enabled on the
channel). With digital calls, the calls continue to have the emergency bit set.
4 If the Surveillance Mode is enabled (see Section 4.10), all indicators, lights, and tones
are disabled. If “No Receive Activity During Emergency” is programmed, receive
audio, the front panel LED, and receive icons are disabled in the receive mode.
5 To exit this mode, cycle radio power or press and hold the Emergency button.
5.9.4 External Emergency Switch
ES Series Portable radio models support the External Emergency feature. A special mandown switch (currently available only from third-party vendors) can be attached to the
accessory connector of the radio.If this feature is enabled by programming and the radio is
in a horizontal position for longer than the programmed time (0-63 seconds), an
emergency condition is triggered the same as if the Emergency button was pressed. The
emergency can be canceled by a press and release of the Emergency button.
Note Accessories, such as speaker-microphones, cannot be used with this feature.
5.9.5 Emergency Talkgroup
A user may program an Emergency Talkgroup. If Emergency is activated, the radio uses
the Emergency Talkgroup instead of the programmed talkgroup. If Talkgroup Lock is
programmed, the Emergency Talkgroup has priority.
5.10 Conventional Mode Scanning
Channel scanning features common to all operating modes are described in Sections 4.11
and 4.12. The following information describes features unique to conventional operation.
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5.10.1 Selecting a Scan List
Conventional systems are programmed with a default scan list that is normally selected by
all channels in that system. However, there is a programmable option to slave a particular
conventional scan list to a zone. This then becomes the default list for all conventional
channels in that zone (it overrides the system programming). This slave feature is
programmed.
The default scan list (which is to be used by all conventional channels except those
belonging to slaved zones), can be temporarily changed by using the SCAN option switch
or menu parameters. A scan list selected in this manner is retained through radio power
down.
Currently if the user presses and holds the Scan button, the Scan List Select feature is
activated. This function may be disabled on a per-system basis by programming.
5.10.2 Transmitting in Scan Mode
Each conventional scan list can be programmed for one of the following modes. These
modes determine if priority sampling occurs and also the channel on which transmissions
occur while scanning. Refer to the next section for more information on priority sampling.
No Priority - No priority channel sampling occurs when the list is selected. The radio
transmits on the selected channel.
Priority/Tx Selected - Priority sampling occurs and the priority channel or channels are
those programmed in the selected scan list. The radio transmits on the selected channel.
Priority/Tx Priority (1) - Priority sampling occurs and the priority channel or channels
are those programmed in the selected scan list. The radio transmits on the priority (1)
channel.
Priority (1) on Selected - The priority (1) channel is always the selected channel. The
radio transmits on the selected channel.
Talkback - No priority sampling occurs. The radio transmits on the channel of a call while
scanning is halted. Then once scanning resumes, it transmits on the selected channel.
5.10.3 Priority Channel Sampling
The following describes priority sampling when scanning conventional channels.
Note Priority sampling when scanning SMARTNET/SmartZone/P25 Trunked channels is
described in Section 6.10.
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The priority channel sampling feature ensures that when priority scanning, messages on
the priority channel are not missed while listening to a message on some other channel.
The radio can be programmed as just described so that the priority channel is a fixed
channel programmed in the current scan list, the currently selected channel, or not used.
Note Priority channel sampling is not available when receiving analog encrypted (DES) calls,
nor when receiving unit calls. In addition, the priority channel is not scanned if the active
channel is an analog channel on the same frequency as the priority channel and is
programmed with CTCSS/DCS squelch control.
Either a single or dual priority channels can be programmed if desired. With dual priority,
a call on the second priority channel is interrupted by a call on the first priority channel but
not vice versa. When scanning and the selected channel is a single or first priority channel,
is indicated in the display. This indication is displayed regardless of whether the
priority channel is fixed or always the selected channel. When it is a second priority
channel, is displayed.
2
The priority channel sampling frequency is determined by the programmed Priority
Lookback Time A (see description which follows). For example, if 2.0 seconds is
programmed, the priority channel is sampled every 2.0 seconds when listening to a
message on a non-priority channel. When not listening to a message, the priority channels
are scanned in the normal scan sequence. With dual priority, the first and second priority
channels are alternately sampled at the Lookback Time.
Priority channel sampling occurs only with conventional priority scanning. It does not
occur with radio wide scanning, when listening to any type of SMARTNET/SmartZone/
P25 trunked call, encrypted call, or when transmitting (see preceding note). A series of
“ticks” may be heard when the priority channel is sampled while listening to a message on
some other conventional channel.
The priority sampling times are programmed by the following parameters:
Lookback Time A - This time determines how often the priority channel is checked for
activity. Times of 0.25-4.00 seconds in 0.25-second steps can be programmed.
Lookback Time B - This time determines how often the priority channel is checked
once an incorrect Call Guard (CTCSS/DCS) or NAC code is detected. Since it takes
much longer to detect an incorrect Call Guard signal than a carrier, this time should be
relatively long to prevent the interruptions from making a message difficult to
understand. Times of 0.5-8.0 seconds can be programmed in 0.5-second steps.
5.10.3.1 Changing the Priority Channel
If a fixed priority channel is associated with the current scan list, it can be changed if the
Priority option button or menu parameter is programmed. With dual priority, this function
changes only the first priority channel. To change both priority channels, use the Scan List
Edit function described in Section 4.12.1.
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Proceed as follows to change the priority channel using the Priority option button/menu
parameter:
1 Make sure scanning is disabled ( icon not displayed) and the desired scan list is
selected (see Section 4.12).
2 Select the channel you want to be the priority channel and then press the Priority option
button or select that menu parameter. “Priority” is then flashed to indicate that the
current channel is now the priority channel when scanning that list. Other indications
that may occur are as follows:
- If “No Priority” is displayed, priority sampling may not be enabled on the scan list.
- If “Sel Chan” is displayed, the priority channel is always the selected channel and
cannot be changed.
- If no indication displayed, the scan list may not be user editable or the channel may
not be in the scan list.
5.11 Standard Conventional Calls
Standard conventional calls are placed to other radio units monitoring the selected
channel. The proper coded Call Guard squelch tone or code or P25 NAC may need to be
transmitted by your radio for them to receive a call (see Sections 5.4 and 5.14.3).
5.11.1 Placing a Standard Conventional Call
1 Turn power on and set the volume as described in Section 3.1. Select the channel
programmed for the radio you want to call as described in Section 3.3.
2 Monitor the channel automatically or manually as described in Section 5.1.
3 Press the PTT switch and if the Busy Channel Lockout feature is programmed on the
channel (see Section 5.3), the transmitter is automatically disabled if the channel is
busy. Otherwise, busy and out-of-range conditions are not indicated.
4 Press (and hold) the PTT switch to talk and release it to listen.
5.11.2 Receiving a Standard Conventional Call
1 Select or scan the channel programmed for the call you want to receive (refer to
Sections 4.11 and 4.12 for more scanning information).
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2 When the call is received, press the PTT switch to talk and release it to listen. If
scanning, responses may occur on the priority, selected, or receive channel as described
in Section 5.10.2.
5.12 ANI Signaling Options
Five types of analog signaling are offered:
• Single Tone Encoding
• Five Tone Encoding
•DTMF
•MDC
• GE Star
Conventional Mode Features
Three features use analog signaling:
•Pre and Post ANI
• Emergency Alarm
•RTT
5.12.1 DTMF / ANI Signaling
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) tones can be generated for Automatic Number
Identification (ANI) and other purposes on conventional analog channels. One of the
following options may be enabled on each channel:
Pre-Tx ANI - A pre programmed ANI sequence is automatically sent each time the
PTT switch is pressed.
Post-Tx ANI - A pre programmed ANI sequence is automatically sent each time the
PTT switch is released.
When an emergency alarm or call is placed, this ANI signaling is replaced by the
Emergency DTMF ID (see Section 5.9). Refer to Section 5.12.4 for information on
MDC1200 ANI.
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5.12.2 Single Tone Encoder
This feature allows the user to transmit a single tone by pressing the Single Tone Encoder
option button or selecting that menu parameter. Each conventional system can be
programmed for a tone of 500-2500 Hz in 1 Hz increments with a duration of 0.5-2.5
seconds in 0.1 second increments.
This feature can be activated with a button press or can be used for Pre and Post ANI,
Emergency Alarm, or RTT.
5.12.3 Two Tone Encoder
The Two Tone Encoder operates in the same fashion as the Single Tone Encoder except it
sends two tones back to back. The two tone encoder Initial Delay, Modulation, and Inter
Digit Delay are programmable, as are the Tone Alias, tone frequencies, and tone durations.
A maximum of 64 tones can be programmed. Each tone will send two tones, each of its
own frequency and duration. The tone frequencies are programmable from 288.5 Hz to
3,086.0 Hz in 0.1 Hz increments. Tone durations are programmable from 0.1 seconds to
12 seconds in 0.1 second increments.
The user can activate Two Tone by pressing a button programmed for Two Tone. This will
send the current, active Two Tone, which is defaulted to the first tone in the Two Tone list
upon profile download.
For direct activation, the “Allow Two Tone Page” function must be enabled in
programming. If “Allow Two Tone Page” is not enabled and the user tries to send a Two
Tone Page directly the radio will sound an error beep.
5.12.4 MDC1200 Compatibility
MDC1200 is a signaling protocol designed and implemented by Motorola for analog
channels only. The following features of this protocol are supported. Either MDC1200 or
standard DTMF ANI/Emergency signaling can be programmed on each conventional
system.
Note This feature is hardware dependent and therefore cannot be added to others by upgrading
firmware).
MDC1200 ANI - Both pre and post ANI are supported.
MDC1200 Decode - MDC1200 decode functionality is supported so that the radio can
handle the following MDC1200 features:
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• Process the system acknowledgement of emergency transmissions – so that the user
knows that the emergency has been received
• PTT ID Decode - Display the ID / Alias of a calling radio on all other radios
• Selective Radio Inhibit – Allow the dispatcher to inhibit a radio
• Call Alert – Alerts the user to call the dispatcher
• Radio Check – Verify that the unit is within the operating area
MDC1200 Emergency Alarm - The radio continues trying its emergency transmission
until the emergency is acknowledged by the system. The radio will retry for the
programmed number of retries.
5.12.5 Five-Tone Signaling
A single transmission consists of five separate tones transmitted sequentially with an
optional inter-tone pause between tones. If Five-Tone is selected as the RTT type, then
Five-tone shall also be used as the signaling type for conventional analog emergencies.
The first four tones are used for unit identification and the fifth tone is used for status.
No two adjacent tones shall be the same frequency. When two identical digits follow each
other, the second shall be transmitted as the “Repeat” tone.
Five Tone signaling can also be used for Pre Post ANI and Emergency Alarm Signaling.
Fifth Tone Status values are:
Tone 1 – Normal Call
Tone 9 – Emergency Call
Tone 2 – Normal Secure Call
Tone 8 – Emergency Secure Call
5.12.6 GE Star
GE Star signaling is implemented for transmit functionality. Two programming modes are
available:
Standard format (normal ANI for pre- and post- ANI and RTT and emergency).
NYSP format (emergency)
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5.13 Clone Mode
The Clone feature enables one radio to program another with identical information.
Programming software is not required. Other requirements are as follows:
• The Clone menu parameter must be enabled in the master (sending) radio. This
parameter is not required with the slave (receiving) radio.
• The master and slave radios must be identical models (same frequency range and
options).
Only zones with conventional analog and P25 channels can be transferred using this
function. Any SMARTNET/SmartZone and P25 trunked information is not transferred. In
addition, the P25 Unit ID, encryption keys, and the RSI ID and other OTAR information
are not transferred. Cloned zones are indicated in the slave radio by an asterisk in the first
character position of the zone alias (The first character is replaced by this asterisk.).
5.13.1 Wireless Cloning
A new wireless cloning feature is available that allows one radio to program another using
an RF link instead of having to be physically connected by a cloning cable. This feature is
available on P25 conventional channels only.
The wireless cloning feature uses the P25 data functionality of the radio. Therefore, a
conventional P25 channel must be programmed in both radios and the slave radio must
have been programmed with a P25 Unit ID. In addition, Data Registration must be enabled
in both radios. If it is not programmed, “Disabled” is displayed. Radios with wireless
cloning capability have a new selection in the cloning menu to select either Clone N
(Normal) or Clone W (Wireless). If Wireless is selected, an additional menu is displayed
for entering the P25 Unit ID of the destination radio (slave). The Zone/Complete mode is
then selected.
5.13.2 Cloning Procedure
The Cloning procedure is as follows:
1 With normal (non-wireless) cloning, connect the master (sending) radio to the slave
(receiving) radio using Cloning Cable, Part No. 023-5100-930.
2 On the master radio, select the Clone menu parameter and press the <F2> button. If
applicable, select either “Clone W” (Wireless) or “Clone N” (Normal). If normal
cloning was selected or if this is not selectable, proceed to Step 4.
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3 With wireless cloning, a screen is then displayed for entering the P25 Unit ID of the
destination (slave) radio. Enter this ID using the keypad (or the Up/Down buttons) and
<F2>.
4 The clone mode “Zone” or “Complete” is then selected. Select the desired mode.
Operation is as follows:
Zone - This mode allows channel information for only the selected zone to be
transferred. A list of the current conventional zones is displayed. Select the desired
zone by highlighting it and pressing the <F2> button. A selected zone is indicated by an
asterisk (*). Scroll to “OK” and press <F2> to begin the data transfer. The selected zone
in the slave radio is overwritten. Previously, multiple zones could be selected and they
were appended to those in the slave radio.
Complete - This mode transfers all conventional programming information. Simply
highlight “Complete” and press the <F2> button to begin the data transfer. This mode
overwrites all this information currently in the slave radio. None of the previous
information is retained except for the IDs as described in Section 5.13.
5.14 Project 25 Mode Features
The following features are unique to conventional P25 channels.
5.14.1 Digital Unit ID
Each radio that operates on Project 25 (digital) channels is programmed with an eight-digit
unit ID. This ID is unique for each radio and can be any number from 1-16,777,215. When
power is turned on with a Project 25 channel selected, this ID is briefly displayed.
5.14.2 Talkgroup ID
Each Project 25 channel is programmed with a talkgroup ID that determines which group
of radios will receive the call. A call is received on a channel if a selected or scanned
channel is programmed with that ID and the correct NAC is detected (see following).
Talkgroup IDs can be any number from 0-65,535. Talkgroup ID detect can be disabled by
the Normal/Selective squelch function described in Section 5.4.1 or the monitor mode
described in Section 5.2
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5.14.3 Network Access Code
Project 25 conventional channels also use a NAC (Network Access Code) to control which
calls are received on a channel. The NAC can be 0-4095, and each transmit and receive
channel can be programmed for a different code. Other operation, such as monitoring
before transmitting, is similar to that of analog channels. NAC (and talkgroup ID) detect
can be disabled by the monitor mode described in Section 5.2.
5.14.4 Out of Range (EFJohnson Conventional) Indication
In an EFJohnson P25 conventional infrastructure radio system, a predefined beacon can be
programmed for transmission from the system at preset intervals. If the radio remains idle
and does not receive the beacon or a voice call from the system within a specified time
period (as programmed) an “Out of Rng” indication is displayed to inform the radio user
of the condition. If the beacon is received, the timer is automatically restarted, and no outof range condition is indicated. If an Out of Range condition exists, the user can still
transmit and receive, but the condition will not exit until the beacon is received.
Note This Out-of-Range indication applies only to EFJohnson Technologies P25 conventional
infrastructure systems.
If programmed, Out-of-Range (OOR) monitoring and indicators to the user are provided.
The out-of-Range function operates on conventional analog and digital channels that have
been programmed for the feature. This feature is supported only on EFJ Infrastructure.
Scanning Mode - the same as above
Unit and Interconnect Calls - OOR operates in the background. Tone indicators will
sound, but the OOR message is not displayed.
PTT Operation - Pressing the PTT does not reset the inactivity timer. If the timer
expires while the radio is transmitting, no indication will be provided to the user until
they release the PTT. When the PTT is released, the radio will flash “Out of Rng” and
beep, if applicable.
If the user is in a fringe area or is entering an area that is has poor coverage such as a
building and wishes to disable the tone, an Out-of-Range Indication Tone feature can be
programmed to the menu or to a button. In the menu, the feature is labeled “OORI Tone”,
and for the Lightning, the soft menu label is “OORI”. The feature will allow the user to
disable / enable the Out-of-Range Indication tone from the radio. The Out of Range
display messages will not be affected.
If the OORI tone is disabled in programming (No Indication, Display Only), pressing
the OORI Tone button results in “Disabled” on the display.
If the OORI Tone is active, pressing the OORI Tone button disables the tone and the
display will flash “OOR Tn Off” for one second.
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If the OOR tone is not active, pressing the OOR Tone button enables the tone and the
display will flash “OOR Tn On” for one second.
Both the Entering OOR and Exiting OOR Tones will be disabled to avoid excess tones
from fringe areas where the radio is toggling in and out of coverage.
Tones are restored on power cycle.
5.14.5 Automatic (EFJohnson Conventional) Registration
When used in an EFJohnson P25 conventional infrastructure radio system, an option on
the radio can be programmed to provide additional identifying information to the system
upon receipt of a dynamic data registration request. If the “EFJ Affiliation” option is
enabled, the radio will transmit its current talkgroup to the system in addition to its unit ID
during a dynamic data registration request. EFJohnson also supports conventional
standardized IP data context activation registration without the EFJ affiliation checked.
The radio will attempt a data registration on channel change. If the radio does not receive
a registration response after the programmed number of retries it will display “Reg
Failed”. If the radio is out of range and then returns to within range of a site where it had
not yet registered, it will initiate another registration.
Note This Automatic registration applies only to EFJohnson Technologies P25 conventional
infrastructure systems.
5.14.6 P25 Group Calls
P25 group calls are placed by simply selecting the channel programmed for the desired
group, monitoring the channel if required, and transmitting.
When a P25 group call is received, the alias (or frequency) of the selected channel is
displayed. The radio can be programmed so that the following are also displayed for 0.5-
7.0 seconds or continuously during the call.
P25 PTT ID- The unit ID of the radio placing the call is displayed.
P25 Talkgroup - The alias of the talkgroup on which the call is being received is
displayed.
User Group ID - If the group ID of the call being received is included in a pre
programmed User Group ID list, the alias programmed in that list for that group is
displayed.
Received Key ID- The Key ID (or the alias, if programmed) of the key used to decode
the call is displayed.
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P25 TG on Tx - The radio displays the number or alias of the talkgroup on which the
call is being transmitted.
5.14.6.1 Changing a Channel Talkgroup
If the Digital Talk Group Select option button or Select TG menu parameter is
programmed, the talkgroup assigned to a channel can be changed by the user. The new
talkgroup continues to be assigned to the channel until it is manually changed again
(cycling radio power or selecting another channel does not reselect a default talkgroup).
Change the talkgroup assigned to a channel as follows:
1 Select the channel to be changed.
2 To select the talkgroup from the list of programmed talkgroups, briefly press the Talk
Group Select option button or select the Select TG > ID List menu parameter. Then
press the Up/Down buttons until the alias of the desired talkgroup is displayed. If
talkgroup selection has been disabled on the channel by programming, “NO LIST” is
displayed, a tone sounds, and no change occurs. Press the <F2> button to select the
talkgroup and return to normal operation.
3 To enter a new talkgroup number from 1-65,535, press and hold the Talk Group Select
option button or select the Select TG > Enter ID menu parameter. Enter the desired
talkgroup directly using the keypad. If less than five digits are entered, press the <F2>
button to select the talkgroup and return to normal operation.
5.14.7 Talkgroup Scan
This feature allows users to scan for a list of talkgroups on a single P25 Conventional
frequency. When a call is received on the frequency, the radio searches the scan list for a
talkgroup that matches the received talkgroup, and opens audio if a match is found.
The Talkgroup on Active Scan option (if programmed) will return calls on the received
talkgroup if the user talks back during scan hold time. The Talkgroup on Selective Scan
option (if programmed) will always return calls on the talkgroup from the selected
channel.
The radio can be programmed to display the talkgroup being transmitted at the beginning
of a conventional digital call. After the display time has passed, the radio displays the
selected channel alias.
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5.14.7.1 Talkgroup Lock
Often a user wishes to stay on one specific talkgroup when traveling from site to site. The
Talkgroup Lock feature allows users to store the current active talkgroup to memory and
the radio will use this talkgroup until the Talkgroup Lock feature has been disabled. The
feature can be enabled / disabled with a programmable button or menu item.
1 The Talkgroup Lock Feature can be enabled / disabled from a programmable button or
menu. The radio must be on a P25 Conventional Channel or else the radio will bad
beep.
2 Feature Entry/Exit:
The Talkgroup Lock Feature can be enabled / disabled from a programmable function
button or from the menu.
- A press of the function button or selection of the “Lock” menu item will lock the
talkgroup.
Ο If the radio is already locked, the bad beep tone will sound. If the radio is not
already locked the feature entry tone will sound and the radio will be locked to the
current talkgroup. In either case the radio will display “TG Locked” for 1 second
followed by the alias of the lock talkgroup (or the talkgroup number if no alias is
defined) for 1 second.
- A press and hold of the function button or selection of the “Unlock” menu item will
unlock the talkgroup.
Ο If the radio is already unlocked, the bad beep tone will sound. If the radio is not
already unlocked the feature exit tone will sound and the radio will unlock and
return to the programmed talkgroup. In either case the radio will display “TG
Unlocked” for 1 second followed by the alias of the programmed talkgroup (or the
talkgroup number if no alias is defined) for 1 second.
- The menu will display “Lock” and “Unlock” options. The current state will be
indicated as follows
Ο Mobile: Current state will be highlighted in the menu
Ο Portable: Current state will be marked with the * indicator P25 Unit Calls
3 Talkgroup Select
If Talkgroup Lock is enabled, the Talkgroup Select feature will have the following new
functionality
- If a talkgroup is entered via direct entry and the talkgroup resides in the programming
profile, the radio will store the Talkgroup as the Lock Talkgroup and will exit menu
mode.
- If the Talkgroup is entered via Direct Entry and the Talkgroup does not reside in the
programming profile, the radio will display “Invalid TG” and bad beep.
Ο If the Talkgroup is selected from the list, the radio will store the Talkgroup as the
Lock Talkgroup and will exit menu mode
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Ο If Talkgroup Lock is enabled, no permanent changes will be made to the selected
Talkgroup, only the Lock Talkgroup will be affected.
Ο Talkgroup Lock is a per system setting. As such, if multiple systems are
programmed to the same profile, only channels on the same system will be locked
or unlocked concurrently. Channels on a separate system will adhere to the
Talkgroup Lock settings of their system.
Example: If a subscriber is locked on TG 1 on System A, and the user changes to
System B with no TG Lock, the radio will not be locked to any TG. Returning to
System A will resume lock on TG 1. If System A is locked to TG 1, System B is
locked to TG 2, and the user unlocks while on System A, System B will retain its
locked status.
Ο Talkgroup Lock will be retained through powerdown. Downloading a profile
through PCConfigure will erase all Talkgroup Lock settings.
Talkgroup select feature exit will operate as follows
- The exit buttons (Portable - F1, Mobile – “Exit”) will cause the feature to exit without
saving any talkgroup changes.
- The select buttons (Portable – F2, Active Function Button, Mobile – Select Knob
Button, Lightning Right Nav) will cause the feature to exit after saving the new
talkgroup.
4 Talkgroup Strapping
Talkgroup strapping will have priority over talkgroup lock. This means that a channel
with a strapped talkgroup will use its programmed talkgroup even if talkgroup lock is
turned on. Locking the talkgroup on a channel with a strapped talkgroup will set the
strapped talkgroup as the lock talkgroup.
5 Encryption
The radio will use the key that is assigned to the active TG unless the Override
Talkgroup Security Settings is active. In that case it will use the security parameters
that are defined in the Override section on the Zone page.
6 Scan
If Talkgroup Lock is enabled, the radio will only use the Lock Talkgroup for the
selected channel. The rest of the channels will use the programmed Talkgroup. This is
necessary so that the radio will not only monitor a single TG for all scan channels.
7 Emergency
If emergency is declared while the talkgroup is locked, the radio will use the
Emergency Talkgroup first if it is defined. If no emergency Talkgroup is defined it will
use the Lock Talkgroup.
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5.14.8 P25 Unit Calls
Unit Calls (also called Individual Calls) can be placed to a specific radio on a Project 25
channel if the Unit Call option button or menu parameter is programmed. Only the
individual ID of the target radio is sent (a talkgroup ID is not sent). The radios that can be
called are pre programmed in the Unit Call list.
To receive a Unit Call, the RF channel of the call must be selected or scanned and the
correct NAC and unit ID must be detected. The ID of the calling radio is then transmitted
back. To respond to the call, the radio must be programmed with the Unit Call option
button or menu parameter, and have a Unit Call programmed for the ID of the calling
radio.
Place and receive a Unit Call as follows:
1 To transmit a Unit Call, press the Unit Call option button or select the Unit Call menu
parameter. The alias (tag) of the last Unit Call is displayed.
2 If required, press the Up/Down buttons to display the desired alias/ID. The alias and ID
of the calls that have been programmed are alternately displayed.
3 Press and release the PTT switch. The display indicates the Unit Call ID. If no answer,
the system times out after 20 seconds.
4 When a Unit Call is received, three beeps sound every six seconds four times (if tones
are enabled), and “Call Rcvd” and the alias of the unit ID are alternately flashed.
5 To respond, select the Unit Call mode by pressing the Unit Call option button or
selecting the menu parameter.
If the call timer times out (set by programming) or the channel is changed before a
response is made, the unit call mode is exited.
5.14.9 P25 Conventional Telephone Calls
Telephone calls can be placed and received on P25 conventional channels. For P25
Trunked/Conventional/Smartnet/SmartZone/Multi-Net Telephone Calls, the Land Mobile
Radio System must be connected to a telephone system. Users should check with the
System Administrator to see if Telephone Calls are allowed on their system. Telephone
calls are programmed to operate in one of the following modes:
• Disabled
• Answer-only capability
• List only - Telephone numbers can be selected from a pre programmed list only (direct
entry using the keypad is not allowed)
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• Unlimited - Telephone numbers can be selected from a list and also dialed directly using
the keypad.
Both limited and DTMF keypad models can place telephone calls by recalling the
telephone number from a pre programmed list as just described. However, only DTMF
keypad models can directly dial telephone numbers using the keypad.
5.14.9.1 Access / De-Access Codes
P25 conventional telephone calls use an access code to access the system when placing a
telephone call, and a de-access code to terminate the call when it is finished. These codes
are pre programmed in pairs by the Access/De-Access Code list selected on the
conventional Per System screen, and up to 16 pair can be programmed. Each conventional
P25 channel can be programmed to automatically select one of these code pairs. They
must match the system codes, and the default code is *1P# (the P represents a pause).
5.14.9.2 Placing a Telephone Call
To recall from a list:
1 Select the conventional channel that is programmed to select the desired access and de-
access codes.
2 Momentarily press the Phone option button or select the Phone > Num List menu
parameter. The display indicates the last number dialed by alternately displaying “Last
Num” and the telephone number. In addition, the phone mode is indicated by the
icon.
3 If required, press the Up/Down buttons to display the desired number. The alias and
telephone number are alternately displayed.
4 Briefly press the PTT switch to send the access code. A dial tone sound should then be
heard. Briefly press the PTT switch again to send the digits. Proceed to Step 5.
To make a direct entry using DTMF keypad:
1 Select the conventional channel that is programmed to select the desired access and de-
access codes.
2 Press and hold the Phone option button until a tone sounds or select the Phone > Enter
Num menu parameter. The alias of the last called telephone number is displayed if it is
in the phone number list. Otherwise, only the last eight digits are displayed. In addition,
the phone mode is indicated by the icon.
3 Enter the telephone number using the 0-9, *, and # keys. To enter a pause (indicated by
“P”), press * #. The number scrolls to the left in the display so that the eight right-most
digits are always displayed. Numbers up to sixteen digits (including pauses) can be
entered.
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