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53SL ES Series Mobile Radio

Operating Manual

Project 25 Conventional and Trunked

Conventional Analog and Digital

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The information in this manual supports subscriber radio software release 9.1 used on this radio.

Some information in this manual may not be compatible with earlier subscriber radio software

releases. If necessary, check with your EFJohnson representative to verify the software version

installed on your mobile radios.

Part Number 002-5400-70003

April 2009

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1 Radio Overview 1-1

Capabilities & Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Radio Software and Configuration Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Supported Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Available Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Upgrading a Radio with Additional Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Using PC Configure to Determine Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Licensing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Radio Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Digital Keypad Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Handheld Control Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Base Station Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

2 Controls & Display 2-1

Standard Control Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Lightning Control Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Rear Panel Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

3 Dual Controls & External Speaker 3-1

Dual Control Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Remote Conversion Kit 250-5300-002 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Remote Control Head Kit 250-5300-003. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Hardware Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

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Radio Programming using PC Configure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Programming Dual Remote Control Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Master / Slave Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Dual Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Power On/Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Microphone Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

External Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Internal / External Speaker Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

4 General Operation 4-1

Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Turning Power ON and Setting Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Setting Volume Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Standard and Soft Power Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Power-Up Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Programming Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Lost Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Changing Passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Password Entry Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

User (Power-On) Passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Master Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Zone Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Speaking into the Microphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Display Backlight Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Display Viewing Angle & Contrast Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Zone / Channel Display and Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Zone / Channel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Channel Lock Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

Zone / Channel Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

54-channel/16-zone Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

Direct Channel Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

Favorite Zone Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

Setting Squelch Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Transmit Disable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Operation At Extended Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11

Preventing Vehicle Battery Discharge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11

Cleaning the Control Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11

Radio Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12

Operating Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13

Conventional Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13

SMARTNET / SmartZone Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13

P25 Trunked Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14

Systems, Channels, and Zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15

Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15

Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15

Zones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16

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Option Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Menu Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Time-Out Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Home Channel Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Power Output Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Alert Tone Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Power Turn-Off Delay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Horn Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Microphone Off-Hook Detect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Surveillance Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

Public Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

Priority (Standard) Scanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

Radio Wide Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9

Scan Hold Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9

Transmitting in the Scan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9

Nuisance Channel Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Scan Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

Priority Mode Scan Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

Determining Channels in Priority Scan List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

Selecting a Priority Scan List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

Editing a Priority Scan List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

Radio Wide Scan List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13

Determining Channels in Radio Wide Scan List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13

Editing a Radio Wide Scan List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13

Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14

Viewing GPS Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14

Sending GPS Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15

Over the Air Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15

Radio Set Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15

OTAP Transfer Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16

6 Conventional Mode Features 6-1

Monitoring Before Transmitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Automatic Channel Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Manual Channel Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Monitor Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Busy Channel Lockout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Call Guard Squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Call Guard Squelch Enable/Disable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Tone Call Guard Squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

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Digital Call Guard Squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Disable Call Guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Selective Squelch Code Select (CTCSS/DSC/NAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Penalty Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Conversation Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Repeater Talk-Around . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Displaying Transmit / Receive Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Emergency Alarm and Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Emergency Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

Emergency Call Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

Emergency Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Emergency Hot Mic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Placing an Emergency Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Conventional Mode Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

Selecting a Scan List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

Conventional Scan List Select Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

Transmitting in Scan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11

Priority Channel Sampling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11

Changing The Priority Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12

Talkgroup Scanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

Standard Conventional Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

Placing a Standard Conventional Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

Receiving a Standard Conventional Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14

DTMF / ANI Signaling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14

Single Tone Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

Five Tone Encoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

MDC1200 Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

Project 25 Mode Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16

Digital Unit ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16

Talkgroup ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16

Network Access Code (NAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16

EFJohnson System Out of Range Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16

EFJohnson System Automatic Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17

P25 Group Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17

Changing Talkgroup Assigned To a Channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17

P25 Unit Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18

P25 Conventional Telephone Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18

Access / De-Access Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19

Placing a Telephone Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19

Answering a Telephone Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20

Call Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20

Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21

Messaging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21

Status Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22

P25 Packet Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22

Keypad Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23

Menu Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23

Zone Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24

Zone Change Parameter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25

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Channel Change Parameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25

System Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25

Channel Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26

Text Messaging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28

Data Setup for Text Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28

Receiving a Text Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29

Viewing Previously Received Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29

Sending Global Positioning System (GPS) Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30

Manually Sending GPS Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30

Automatically Sending GPS Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30

Sending GPS Data in Response to System Request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-31

7 SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features 7-1

Analog and Digital Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Viewing Unit ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Radio Info Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Standard Group Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

Placing a Standard Group Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

Receiving a Standard Group Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3

Private (Unit-To-Unit) Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

Placing an Enhanced Private Conversation Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

Placing a Standard Private Conversation Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5

Receiving a Private Call (All Types) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

Telephone Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

Placing a Telephone Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

Receiving a Telephone Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

Call Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9

Answering a Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9

Initiating a Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10

Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10

Sending Status Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

Emergency Alarm and Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

Emergency Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12

Emergency Call Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12

Emergency Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13

Emergency Hot Mic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13

Placing an Emergency Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13

Failsoft Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14

Programmable Failsoft Connect Tone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14

SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Scanning Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15

Priority Talkgroup Sampling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16

Scan List Editing and Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16

Dynamic Regrouping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17

SmartZone and P25 Trunking Unique Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18

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Busy Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18

Site Trunking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18

Determining Current Site and Searching for a New Site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19

Locking / Unlocking a Site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19

Auto Site Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19

ZoneFail Site Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20

P25 Wide Area Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20

Normal P25 and SmartZone Control Channel Hunt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20

Talkgroup Steering through System Access Permissions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21

P25 Wide Area Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21

Radio Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22

8 Secure Communication (Encryption) 8-1

Encryption Algorithms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

SecureNet™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Encryption Available With Various Channel Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

FIPS and Non-FIPS Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Encryption Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Key and Algorithm IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3

PID / SLN Key Management Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3

Maintaining Keys in Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

Encryption Key Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

Encryption Key Erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

Encryption Icon Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

Clear / Secure Strapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

Transmit Mode Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

Analog Receive Mode Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Talkgroup Encryption Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7

Security Settings Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7

Conventional (P25) Talkgroup Security Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7

Secure Call Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7

Failsoft, Group Regroup or Dynamic Regroup Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7

Channel with only a Talkgroup Specified . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

Channel with both a Talkgroup and Announcement Group Specified . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

Channel with only an Announcement Group Specified . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

Announcement Group Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

Emergency Calls on Emergency Groups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

Scan Mode Behavior. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Over-the-Air Rekeying (OTAR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

Encryption Key Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

Keysets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

Key Management Facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11

Message Number Period (MNP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12

Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12

Radio Setup for Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15

Motorola Third Party RNC Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15

Programming by Keyloader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16

Radio OTAR Capabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16

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OTAR Option Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17

P25 Trunking Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18

9 Data Features 9-1

P25 Packet Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1

P25 Trunking Unique Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Radio Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Interface Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3

Context Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3

PPP Link Establishment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4

Connection and Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18

10 Tones & Error Messages 10-1

Supervisory Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

11 Service Information 11-1

Product Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1

Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1

Telephone Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-2

BEFORE Contacting Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-2

Factory Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-2

Returns for Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-3

Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-4

Internet Home Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-4

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List of Figures

Figure Page

1.1 53SL ES Mobile Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

1.2 Digital Keypad Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

1.3 Handheld Control Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

1.4 53SL ES Mobile Radio mounted in Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

2.1 Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

2.2 Option Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

2.3 Front Panel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

2.4 Radio with Lightning Control Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

2.5 Light Control Head Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

2.6 Lightning Option Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

2.7 Lightning Option Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

2.8 Rear Panel Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

3.1 Dash-Mount Radio with Remote Control Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

3.2 Remote-Mount Radio with Two Remote Control Heads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

3.3 Programming Microphone Gain Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

3.4 Control Head Option Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

3.5 EFJohnson External Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

4.1 Zone Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

4.2 Channel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

4.3 54 Channel/16 Zone Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

5.1 Option Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

6.1 53SL ES Keypad Programming Menu Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24

8.1 Key Selection Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3

8.2 Scan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

9.1 Network Connection Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4

9.2 New Connection Wizard Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5

9.3 Network Connection Type Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5

9.4 Advanced Connection Options Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6

9.5 Host or Guest Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7

9.6 Connection Name Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7

9.7 Select a Device Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8

9.8 Connection Availability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9

9.9 Completing New Connection Wizard Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9

9.10 Connect Radio Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10

9.11 Radio Properties Screen: General Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11

9.12 Modem Configuration Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12

9.13 Radio Properties Screen: Options Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13

9.14 Radio Properties Screen: Networking Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14

9.15 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15

9.16 Advanced TCP/IP Settings Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16

9.17 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17

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Figure Page

9.18 Radio Properties Screen: Networking Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18

9.19 Radio Connection Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19

9.20 Command Prompt Screen: Sending “Ping” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19

9.21 Command Prompt Screen: Replies to Successful “Ping” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20

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Table Page

2.1 Standard Control Head Display Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

2.2 Lightning Display Operating/Status Mode Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

5.1 Programmable Option Button and Menu Mode Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

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Section 0Safety Information

RF Energy Exposure Awareness and Control Information, and Operational Instructions for FCC Occupational Use Requirements

Before using your mobile 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

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Federal Communications Commission Regulations

The FCC rules require manufacturers to comply with the FCC RF energy exposure limits for mobile 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 label directing users to specific user awareness 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) regarding human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy. This radio complies with the IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environment at duty factors of up to 50% talk and 100% listen and is authorized by the FCC for occupational use. In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with the FCC exposure guidelines, your radio antenna radiates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking), not when it is receiving (listening) or in standby mode.

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 CAR §§ 2 sub-part J.

• 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 exposure to yourself and others and ensure compliance with the occupational/ controlled environment exposure limits always adhere to the following procedures.

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Guidelines

• User awareness instructions should accompany device when transferred to other users.

• Do not use this device if the operational requirements described herein are not met.

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).

Transmit only when people outside the vehicle are at least the recommended minimum lateral distance away, as shown in Table 1, from a properly installed according to installation instructions, externally-mounted antenna.

Note The following table lists the recommended minimum lateral distance for bystanders in an

uncontrolled environment from transmitting types of antennas (i.e., monopoles over a ground plane, or dipoles) at several different ranges of rated radio power for mobile radios installed in a vehicle.

Rated Power of Vehicle-Installed

Two-Way Radio

Up to 50 watts 1.0 meter

50-110 watts 1.5 meter

Recommended Minimum Lateral Distance

From Transmitting Antenna

Mobile Antennas

• Install antennas at the center of the roof or the center of the trunk deck taking into account the bystander exposure conditions of backseat passengers and the recommended minimum lateral distances in Table 1. These mobile antenna installation guidelines are limited to metal body motor vehicles or vehicles with appropriate ground planes. The antenna installation should additionally be in accordance with:

- The requirements of the antenna manufacturer/supplier.

- Instructions in the Radio Installation Manual, including minimum antenna cable lengths.

- The installation manual should provide specific information of how to install the antennas to facilitate recommended operating distances to all potentially exposed persons.

• Use only EFJohnson Technologies-approved supplied antenna or EFJohnson Technologies-approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or

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attachments could damage the radio and may violate FCC regulations. Antennas tested with EFJohnson Technologies radios are listed below.

Frequency Whip Model No. Base Model No.

136-144 MHz ASPJ1415 KM220

144-152 MHz ASPA1415 KM220

152-162 MHz ASPB1415 KM220

162-174 MHz ASPC1415 KM220

400-430 MHz ASPE1615 KM220

430-470 MHz ASPD1615 KM220

470--512 MHz ASPF1615 KM220

806-869 MHz ASPA1855 KM220

890-960 MHz ASPG1865 KM220

Approved Accessories

This radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the EFJohnson Technologies accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, and may violate FCC regulations.

For a list of EFJohnson Technologies approved accessories, refer to the radio service manual or contact EFJohnson Technologies as follows.

Contact Information

For additional information on exposure requirements or other information, contact EFJohnson Technologies at the following address or telephone number:

Customer Service Department EFJohnson Technologies 1440 Corporate Drive Irving, TX 75038-2401

Telephone Toll Free: (800) 328-3911

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Safety Information

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 EF Johnson Technologies 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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S ECTION

Section 1Radio Overview

The EFJohnson 53SL ES Mobile Radio is designed specifically for critical land mobile radio applications. Whether for police and fire first responders or public service and government communications, the 53SL ES provides the features and capabilities for all operating modes. Seamless interoperability with analog and digital, wideband and narrowband, and a wide variety of trunking protocols – all available simultaneously in the same radio.

Figure 1.1 53SL ES Mobile Radio

Depending on the specific model (and options), the 53SL ES mobile radio operates in the VHF (136-174 MHz), UHF 380 (380-470 MHZ), UHF Low (403-470 MHz), UHF High (450-512 MHz), and 700/800 (762-870 MHz) frequency range at 15-35 output watts transmitter power. The 53SL ES uses the Enhanced (AMBE+2) P25 Vocoder for outstanding voice quality and noise reduction.

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Capabilities & Features Section 1 - Radio Overview

1.1 Capabilities & Features

The 53SL ES mobile radio is designed to provide an extensive list of features and capabilities for most any communications application.

• Capabilities

- Up to 512 Channels / Talkgroups

- SMARTNET II®/SmartZone® P25 Digital and Analog

- All Supported Protocols Available Simultaneously

- DES, DES-OFB, & AES Encryption with 64 keys

- 54-channel/16-zone Feature

- P25 Conventional & Trunked OTAR

- Conventional Vote Scan is Standard

- Supports Key Elements of MDC1200

- Compatible with Motorola Astro®

- Supports up to Motorola® System v7.4

- Simplified cabling with a single multi-function accessory connection in the rear

• Operating Modes

- Conventional Analog and Project 25 Digital

- Trunking Mode Project 25 (P25) Digital

- SMARTNET II / SmartZone

• Data and Control Interfaces

- Supports P25 Conventional IP Packet Data

- P25 (Astro) IV & D

- Supports GPS AVL Data

• Simplified Feature Updates and Option Selection

- Over the Air Programming (OTAP) option enables you to program radios without

connecting them to a computer

- Easy radio programming and feature updating using EFJohnson’s PC Configure™

software for portable and mobile radios

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Radio Software and Configuration Programming Section 1 - Radio Overview

• Multiple Configuration Options

- Dash Mount, Remote Mount, and Motorcycle Configurations

- 2 Control Heads

- Hand-Held Controller

- Internal or External Speaker

- Fixed Control Stations

- Siren Option

Note The availability of many features is controlled by field programming and by which options

were ordered. See the EFJohnson Technologies product description and the following sections in this manual for additional information.

1.2 Radio Software and Configuration Programming

The radio operating software can be easily updated to accommodate new releases and updates issued from EFJohnson technical support.

1.3 Supported Software

This manual was prepared to support subscriber radio software release 9.1 used on this radio. Some information in this manual may not be compatible with earlier subscriber radio software releases.

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Available Options Section 1 - Radio Overview

1.4 Available Options

Many features are optional and therefore may not be available in your specific radio model. Availability of optional features is controlled by factory programming of the control logic. Only those features that are specifically ordered and enabled in a particular radio are available for use and can be programmed. The features controlled by factory programming are as follows:

P25 Options

• P25 conventional mobile data

• P25 trunked mobile data

• P25 conventional operation

• P25 trunked operation

Encryption Options

•DES

•DES-OFB

OTAR Options

• OTAR P25 conventional

• OTAR P25 trunked

Trunking Options

• SMARTNET analog operation

• SmartZone analog operation

• Digital SMARTNET/SmartZone

• EFJohnson Multi-Net

Feature Options

• Keypad programming (Federal Government users only)

• Full Keypad support

• 512 or 864 talkgroups, depending on the option enabled

• Custom icons

• Zonefail site lock

• MDC1200

•700 MHz Band

• Conventional Vote Scan

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Licensing Section 1 - Radio Overview

Currently, the only operating mode that is standard with all models is the conventional analog mode. Other variables such as frequency range are hardware dependent instead of software dependent.

1.4.1 Upgrading a Radio with Additional Options

Radios in the field may be upgraded with new features. A new feature can be purchased and a special encrypted code string keyed to the Electronic Serial Number (ESN) of the radio is then provided by EFJohnson Technologies. This string is in the form of a computer file which enables this feature, and is downloaded to the radio using PC Configure.

1.4.2 Using PC Configure to Determine Options

To determine what software options have been enabled in a particular radio, use the PC Configure™ programming software to read and display what options are installed.

1.5 Licensing

This radio operates on radio spectrum frequencies assigned and licensed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC can penalize anyone operating an unlicensed radio. It is the radio operator’s responsibility to obtain the necessary license for this radio equipment.

1.6 Radio Accessories

Various accessories are available from EFJohnson that will provide added capability and enhanced operation for this radio. The following describes some of the accessories available.

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Radio Accessories Section 1 - Radio Overview

1.6.1 Digital Keypad Microphone

An optional accessory microphone is available with an integral Digital Keypad. You can program various radio features to the keys. This can place often used functions conveniently on the microphone.

Figure 1.2 Digital Keypad Microphone

1.6.2 Handheld Control Unit

The optional Handheld Control Unit is an accessory for the 53SL ES series mobile radio. This control can be used in all installation configurations.

Figure 1.3 Handheld Control Unit

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Radio Accessories Section 1 - Radio Overview

The control includes a display, DTMF keypad, volume and power controls, option switches, junction box, and an internal microphone. It does not have an internal speaker. A separate external speaker is required when the control unit is used with a remotely mounted radio.

When the control is used with a remotely mounted radio, a Junction Box (Part No. 0235300-130) must be used. This Junction Box provides various connections for the control and an external speaker, along with connections for programming and rekeying the remote radio.

1.6.3 Base Station Unit

A Base Unit power supply is available that can be used to power the 53SL ES radio from 110 volt AC line voltage. This lets the 53SL ES be used in a field office, base station, or headquarters building.

Figure 1.4 53SL ES Mobile Radio mounted in Base Station

Consult with your EFJohnson representative for additional accessories that can be used with your EFJohnson mobile radio.

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2.1 Standard Control Head

The standard control head provides the primary controls, display, and speaker for the mobile radio.

S ECTION

Section 2Controls & Display

2.1.1 Front Panel Controls

Figure 2.1 shows the controls for the 53SL ES Mobile radio.

Figure 2.1 Front Panel Controls

Programmable Option Buttons

Multi-function

Indicator

On-Off / Volume Select / ZoneMicrophone

Connection

Display

Speaker

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Standard Control Head Section 2 - Controls & Display

ON-OFF/Volume - Pressing this control turns power ON and OFF, and rotating it sets the volume level.

Select/Zone Switch - This switch can be pressed or rotated. Selects zones/channels and is also used for other functions such as selecting names from a call list. When selecting zones/channels, a bar above the zone or channel display (see Figure 2.3) indicates which is being changed. This bar is switched between displays by pressing this switch, and zone and channels are selected by rotating it. If this switch is pressed and held, the radio enters Menu Mode.

Multi-function Indicator - This is a two-color LED that indicates the following:

Red (constant) - Transmitter keyed (PTT switch pressed). Green (constant) - Busy condition (carrier detected in receive mode).

Note This indicator is disabled when the Surveillance mode is programmed (see Section 5.10).

Option Buttons - Each of the six options buttons on the front panel (including the one located to the left of the display- See Figure 2.2) can be programmed by your system operator to control some function. The button functions can be different for each operating mode (conventional, SMARTNET/SmartZone, and Project 25 Trunked). Therefore, up to 18 functions can be controlled by these buttons.

Figure 2.2 Option Buttons

Programmable Option Buttons

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6

Speaker - An internal 16-ohm, 5-watt speaker is located behind the grille. An optional 4ohm, 12-watt external speaker may be used if desired. The internal speaker is disabled when an external speaker is used.

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Standard Control Head Section 2 - Controls & Display

2.1.2 Display

Figure 2.3 shows the front panel display.

Figure 2.3 Front Panel Display

Operating Mode

Symbols

MON

Zone/Channel Select Indicators

10 - Character Alphanumeric Display Zone

Number

Alphanumeric Display - This ten-character area of the display indicates the alias (unique identification) for the selected zone, channel or combined aliases, depending on which select mode is active. It may also indicate such things as the channel frequency, ID numbers, and status and error messages.

Zone Number - Indicates the currently selected zone from 1 up to 54, depending on the options installed. A zone is a collection of channels that can be any combination of the conventional, P25 Trunked, and SMARTNET/SmartZone types.

Note The zone/channel numeric display and the zone/channel select bars in all supported

protocols and display operating modes can be inhibited if programmed in PC Configure.

Status Display - These two characters indicate the following status information.

Channel Number - Indicates the currently selected channel (conventional) or talkgroup

(other modes). The lines above the zone and channel displays indicate which display is changed if the Select switch is turned. To switch between displays, press the Select switch.

Status

Display

Channel

Number

Table 2.1 lists the symbols used on the display to indicate various operating modes and status.

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Table 2.1 Standard Control Head Display Symbols

Standard Control Head Display Symbols

Operating Mode Symbols

Unit (or Private) call mode active

Busy (displayed when radio enters a busy transmit state)

Monitor mode enabled

Interconnect mode enabled

Security enabled

• Keypad programming/edit mode - displayed when the radio is in a mode where the user can edit radio parameters.

• P25 data context enabled - radio is ready for data operations or call history (only when radio is in conventional unit call, call alert or text messaging and an applicable unit ID is selected.)

• P25 data channel grant (radio is operating on a data channel) or text message mode active.

Status Display Symbols

Scan enabled

The current channel is the priority channel in the enabled scan list (only when scan is on or when in scan edit mode; located in left position)

The current channel is the priority 2 channel in the enabled scan list (only when scan is on or when in scan edit mode; located in left position)

The current channel is in the enabled scan list (only when scan is on or when in scan edit mode; located in left position)

Radio wide scan mode enabled

Selected channel is in radio wide scan list (only when radio wide scan is on or when in radio wide scan edit mode)

Repeater talk-around enabled

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2.2 Lightning Control Head

An optional component for the 53SL ES Series mobile radios is the Lightning Control Head illustrated in Figure 2.4. The Lightning Control Head offers superior readability and display options for the radio user. The control head can be fitted to both dash and remote mount mobile radio installations.

Figure 2.4 Radio with Lightning Control Head

2.2.1 Front Panel Controls

The Lightning Control Head panel controls are illustrated in Figure 2.5.

Figure 2.5 Light Control Head Controls

Multi-function

Indicator

On-Off / Volume

Switch

Microphone Connection

Display

One-Touch

Programmable Buttons

(8)

Select Zone/Channel

Switch

4-Way

Navigation Pad

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On-Off Volume - This control has two actions: rotation and press. Press the control to turn power on/off function to the radio. Rotate the control (when power is on) to adjust the radio speaker volume.

Display - The display shows all primary operating information such as active channel, zone, along with channel/zone alias, status symbols, and labels for the five function buttons under the display.

Multi-function Indicator - The halo light surrounding the Select Control is used to indicate radio transmit and receive status.

- Steady Red - Radio transmitting

- Steady Green - Radio receiving

- Steady Orange - Radio idle

Select Zone / Channel - This control has two actions: rotation and press. In normal nonmenu mode, press the control to select either the zone or the channel. Then rotate the control to change either the zone or channel depending on the selection. (It is indicated on the display whether zone or channel is selected.)

Microphone Connection - A compatible microphone plugs into this jack connector.

One-Touch Buttons - The control head has 8 one-touch buttons: two on the left of the

display, five under the display, and an orange button on the right of the display. These buttons can be programmed with different radio functions. (See the PCConfigure Software Programming manual for information on programming these button functions.)

Figure 2.6 Lightning Option Buttons

F7 F8 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F1 F9*

One-Touch Programmable Buttons

*4-Way Navigation Pad

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4-Way Navigation Pad - This button pad is used to navigate through various radio functions and menus. (See the PCConfigure Software Programming manual for information on programming the pad functions.)

2.2.2 Display

The Lightning Control Head includes a highly readable display. The display is a monochrome display with 320 x 80 pixels. The display supports the Classic Single Line display mode. In Classic Single Line mode, display will have primary fields corresponding to the fields available today on the 53SL ES control head, with the addition of the soft menu keys. Figure 2.7 shows the front panel display.

Figure 2.7 Lightning Option Buttons

Zone

Number

Channel

NumberOperating Mode Symbols / Status

One-Touch Button LabelsChannel

Name

Table 2.2 lists the symbols used on the display to indicate various operating modes and status.

Table 2.2 Lightning Display Operating/Status Mode Symbols

Lightning Control Head Symbols

Keypad programming/edit mode. Displayed when the radio is in a mode where you can edit radio settings.

Monitor mode enabled

Repeater Talk-Around mode enabled

Scan Enabled

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Lightning Control Head Symbols (Continued)

Security Enabled

The current channel is in the enabled scan list (only when scan is on or when in

scan edit mode)

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

Radio is in Roaming mode (only used with Multi-Net trunking)

P25 data context enabled (radio is ready for data operations)

P25 data channel grant (radio is operating on a data channel)

Site lock mode

Multi-Net trunking group scan enabled

Signal strength (indicates an acceptable site, and may range from 4 bars to no bars)

GPS link active

Call history (only when radio is in conventional unit call, call alert or text messaging and an applicable unit ID is selected.

Text message mode active

Radio wide scan mode enabled

Busy (displayed when radio enters a busy transmit state)

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2.3 Rear Panel Connectors

Figure 2.8 shows the Rear Panel Connectors. These are applicable to both the Standard and Lightning control heads.

Figure 2.8 Rear Panel Connectors

AccessoryAntenna DC Power

DC Power - Connection point for the nominal 12-volt, negative ground power source (see Figure 2.8).

Antenna - Type N for connecting the antenna.

Accessory - Black connector for connecting optional accessories such as an external

speaker (4-ohm, 12-watt), horn alert, siren control, and ignition sense line.

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Section 3Dual Controls & External Speaker

3.1 Dual Control Configurations

The 51SL ES series mobile radio is available in two dual-control configurations, each with different programming and setup requirements:

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- Dash-mount radio with a remote mount control head

- Remote-mount radio with two remote control heads

Figure 3.1 Dash-Mount Radio with Remote Control Head

Figure 3.2 Remote-Mount Radio with Two Remote Control Heads

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Both dual control configurations can be configured and ordered as a complete kit. Existing ES mobiles can also be converted to dual control configurations by the purchase of accessory kits, as described in the EFJohnson Subscriber Radio Accessories Catalog. Contact your EFJohnson Sales Representative for additional information.

3.1.1 Remote Conversion Kit 250-5300-002

This kit provides the material required to convert an existing dash-mount mobile to a remote-mount configuration. The kit includes:

- Blank faceplate for mobile unit

- Rear shroud for remote control head

- Remote control head mounting bracket

- Single remote accessory cable (part number 597-5357-706)

- 17 ft. remote control cable (part number 597-5357-775-02)

The kit does not include the control head removal tool (part number 721-5100-010) which must be ordered separately if required.

The remote control cable is also available in 6 ft. (part number 597-5357-775-01) and 50 ft. (part number 597-5357-775-03) lengths, but these must be ordered separately.

3.1.2 Remote Control Head Kit 250-5300-003

This kit includes the material required to add a remote control head to an existing dashmount or remote-mount configuration. The kit includes:

- ES Remote control head with mounting bracket.

Due to differing operational requirements, the following items are not included in the kit and must be ordered separately:

- Microphone

- Remote control cable - order 6 ft., 17 ft. or 50 ft. cable as required

- Remote accessory cable

Configurations using two remote control heads require the Dual Remote / Accessory / Data / Siren cable (part number 597-5357-741).

Configurations using a dash-mount mobile with one remote control head can use the following remote accessory cables, depending on the application:

- Single Remote / Accessory cable (part number 597-5357-706)

- Single Remote / Accessory / UDDI cable (part number 597-5357-736)

- Single Remote / Accessory / Data / Siren cable (part number 597-5357-716)

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3.1.3 Hardware Setup

When shipped, the dual remote-mount configuration consists of a dash-mount radio, a remote control head, a conversion kit for the second control head, and required cabling. Upon receipt, the installer must convert the dash-mount mobile radio into a remote-mount configuration using instructions contained in the installation manual (part number 0045300-73001) which is supplied with the unit.

In the dual remote control configuration, the EFJohnson noise-cancelling microphone (part number 589-0016-592) can be used on both control heads. This microphone can be identified by the small circular metal grill above the hang-up button on the rear of the microphone. Use of other microphones in this configuration will result in degraded operational performance.

3.1.4 Radio Programming using PC Configure

No special programming is required for dash-mount mobiles with a single remote control head.

3.1.5 Programming Dual Remote Control Configurations

The Dual Remote configuration requires special programming to accommodate both remote control heads in the mobile radio system. Radios used in the dual remote control configuration must have application software of 6.8.6 or later, and must be programmed using PC Configure 2.10.2 or later.

To program, proceed as follows:

1 Start PCConfigure 2.10.2 or later

2 Open the programming file (codeplug) to be used with the radio

3 Select the Global page

4 Click on the Mic. Levels button near the center bottom of the screen (see Figure 3.3)

5 Check the "Dual Remote Control Head" gain box

6 Click OK

7 Write the programming file to the radio

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Figure 3.3 Programming Microphone Gain Settings

Removal of either control head will affect system performance. If there is a need to later convert the system to a single control head application, PC Configure 2.10.2 or later must be used to un-check the "Dual Remote Control Head Gain" on the Mic Levels screen.

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3.1.6 Master / Slave Programming

In both dual control configurations, either control head can be designated as the Master and the other as the Slave. The Master control head controls the volume of its internal speaker and any external speakers that are connected to the radio's 8-pin accessory connector (see installation manual for connection details).

All 53SL ES mobiles ship from the factory with the dash-mount control head and any remote control heads set as Master, so in all dual-control configurations, one control head must be set as the Slave to ensure correct operation.

Control head addressing is set as follows:

1 Power up the mobile radio

2 Press buttons F3, F4 and F5 at the same time, and release (see Figure 3.4).

3 The display will read "ADDRESS 21" if the control head is configured as the Master,

or "ADDRESS 22" thru "ADDRESS 27" if the control head is configured as the Slave.

4 Rotate the Select knob to select the appropriate address.

5 After a short time-out period, display will read "CYCLE PWR"

6 Power the radio off and back on, and the configuration will be updated.

Figure 3.4 Control Head Option Buttons

Programmable Option Buttons

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6

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3.1.7 Dual Control Operation

3.1.7.1 Power On/Off

The power switching in dual configurations is such that either control head can switch the radio on, but both control heads must be off to turn the radio off.

If the power button on both control heads is pressed, then the power button on both control heads must be pressed again to turn the radio off.

It is therefore recommended to always turn the radio on and off using one control head, to simplify operation and avoid confusion.

3.1.7.2 Microphone Audio

In the dual remote control configuration, when transmitting from one of the control heads, it is possible for the push-to-talk (PTT) on the microphone of the second remote head to also be active. In this case, the voice transmissions of both users will be transmitted, resulting in a "party line" operation. This is done to allow either control unit access to the voice channel, and to eliminate the circumstance where one operator may be prevented from having their transmission heard because the other control head is already transmitting.

To prevent a second operator from interrupting a transmission already in progress, the user should look at the transmit indicator on the control head prior to pushing PTT to verify that the mobile radio is not already transmitting from the other control head.

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3.2 External Speaker

An optional 4 ohm, 15 watt external speaker is available from EFJohnson (Part No. 2500151-006). This can be used to enhance radio audio or to provide primary audio for a remote-mount radio. Refer to the 53SL ES Series Mobile Radio Installation guides for additional installation information.

Figure 3.5 EFJohnson External Speaker

3.2.1 Internal / External Speaker Programming

All 53SL ES mobiles ship from the factory with the internal speaker in the control head enabled, and audio is also routed to the 8-pin accessory connector at the rear of the radio.

If you connect an external speaker to the 8-pin accessory connector (as described in the installation manual), the internal speaker will not be automatically disabled, and both speakers will be active.

To disable the internal speaker, proceed as follows:

1 Power up the mobile radio

2 Press buttons F2 and F5 at the same time, and release (see Figure 3.4).

3 Rotate the Select knob, until display reads "SPKR DSABL"

4 After a short time-out period, display will read "CYCLE PWR"

5 Power the radio off and back on, and the internal speaker will be disabled.

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To re-enable the internal speaker, proceed as follows:

1 Power up the mobile radio

2 Press buttons F2 and F5 at the same time, and release (see Figure 3.4).

3 Rotate the Select knob, until display reads "SPKR ENABL"

4 After a short time-out period, display will read "CYCLE PWR"

5 Power the radio off and back on, and the internal speaker will be enabled

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Section 4General Operation

4.1.1 Turning Power ON and Setting Volume

Power is turned on and off by pressing the On-OFF/Volume knob. When power is turned on, the radio goes through a self test. When that is successfully completed, software version, unit ID, zone, then channel are briefly displayed (except when a conventional analog channel is selected), a tone sounds (if tones are enabled), and the radio is ready for normal operation. If “ENTER PSWD” is briefly displayed, refer to the next section.

The radio can be programmed so that one of the following combinations are selected at power up:

• Last Zone/Last Channel

• Last Zone/Home Channel

• Home Zone/Last Channel

• Home Zone/Home Channel

The Home Zone and Channel are pre programmed. With the “Last Zone”/“Home Channel” configuration, the programmed home channel number of the last active zone is selected. If this channel number is not programmed in the active zone, “UNPROGRAMD” is displayed.

If the Radio ID feature is enabled in PC Configure, the radio will display the 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.

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Note In dual control configurations (front mount radio with remote control unit), the power

switch at either control point can be OFF for power to turn off.

4.1.1.1 Setting Volume Level

The relative volume setting can be determined using a reference tone as follows:

• If the key press tones are enabled (see Section 5.6), a short tone sounds when an option switch is pressed or the Select switch is pressed or rotated.

• If a conventional channel is selected, take the microphone off-hook and if someone is talking, voice may be heard. If the MON (Monitor) option switch is programmed (see Section 5.3 on page 25), pressing it unsquelches the radio and either voice or background noise is heard. If a SMARTNET/SmartZone or P25 trunked channel is selected, the radio cannot be manually unsquelched.

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 ES mobiles with ES Series Remote Control Heads. The

minimum volume setting has no effect on the volume of a pre-ES Series model remote control head using an internal speaker whether it is attached to a pre-ES Series or an ES Series mobile radio.

4.1.1.2 Standard and Soft Power Down

To turn power off, press the ON-OFF/Volume control.

A soft feature can be programmed to prevent radio power from being turned off by accidentally pressing the on-off/volume knob. If the user presses the ON-OFF/Volume knob, “POWERDOWN” will be displayed. The display message portion of the display stops updating. The user is able to receive, transmit, and use function buttons, but the display message will not change. If the channel is changed the Zone/Channel indication will update.

The user can power the radio completely down by pressing the option button programmed for this purpose (F2 or F6).

If the user presses the ON/OFF/Volume knob while soft is in effect, the radio returns to full power up operation.

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4.1.2 Power-Up Password

The power-up password feature prevents unauthorized use of the radio by requiring that an eight-digit password be entered to make it operational. This feature is enabled or disabled by programming. When a User Password is enabled, it must be entered each time radio power is turned on.

When it is enabled, “ENTER PSWD” is briefly displayed when power is turned on, the eight-digit numeric password must be entered by pressing and rotating the Select switch. A single beep sounds when the switch is pressed (if that option is enabled). If an incorrect password is entered, “INCORRECT” is displayed and it must be re-entered.

Up to four different User Passwords (User 1/User 2/User 3/User 4) can be programmed. Currently, the same radio features are enabled for each. Entering any User Password at power up enables normal radio operation.

The current User password can be changed if the “PW CHG” option switch is programmed. Selecting this function displays prompts for entering and confirming a new password.

4.1.2.1 Programming Passwords

Passwords are programmed using PC Configure. The applicable radio must be connected to the computer and powered up to display this screen.

Note Any password changes made to the radio will be immediately applicable when Password

Management is exited.

4.1.2.2 Lost Passwords

If a password is lost, contact customer service.

4.1.2.3 Changing Passwords

An assigned password can be changed by the user if the PW CHG option switch is programmed. Selecting this function displays prompts for entering and confirming a new password.

Note With the 53SL ES Handheld Control Unit, 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.

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4.1.2.4 Password Entry Procedure

When a password is requested, it is entered as follows:

• Rotate and press the Select switch. A single beep sounds when the switch is pressed (if that option is selected)

4.1.2.5 User (Power-On) Passwords

Separate Download (write) and Upload (read) passwords can be programmed to prevent unauthorized downloading or uploading of radio programming parameters. When one or both of these passwords are used, the proper password must be entered to perform the operation. A “User” password is not required to upload or download parameters.

4.1.2.6 Master Password

The Master Password overrides all the preceding passwords. It can be used by a system administrator as a “pass key” to a password controlled function or to change a lost or inadvertently changed password. Master passwords are set up and changed the same as the other passwords. It does not override the following Zone Password.

4.1.2.7 Zone Password

A zone password can be programmed with the 53SL ES radio. It prevents unauthorized reprogramming of zones by keypad programming.

Note The programming and usage of this password has not changed. It is independent from the

preceding passwords, and programmed using PC Configure.

4.1.3 Speaking into the Microphone

For best results, hold the microphone about 1-2 inches from your mouth and speak at a normal conversational level. Do not shout since it distorts your voice and does not increase range.

Note If excessive background noise consistently interferes with communications, Microphone

Sensitivity should be adjusted (using PC Configure).

Make sure that the PTT (push-to-talk) switch is pressed before you begin to speak and released as soon as the message is complete.

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4.1.4 Display Backlight Control

If the BKLHT option button is programmed, it can be used to select high, medium, or OFF backlight modes. Otherwise, the keypad and display backlight is fixed in one of these modes by programming. The backlight is totally disabled when the Surveillance mode is programmed (see Section 5.10).

4.1.5 Display Viewing Angle & Contrast Adjust

If the display is difficult to read from the angle you normally view it, the viewing angle can be adjusted as follows: Press and hold F2 and F6 to enter angle change mode. If you do not rotate the select switch for three seconds, it times out and goes back to zone or channel change.

Note If the display appears blank or all icons are continuously displayed, the viewing angle is

probably improperly adjusted.

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4.1.6 Zone / Channel Display and Select

The following paragraphs describe Zone / Channel display and selection.

4.1.6.1 Zone / Channel Display

The selected zone is shown on the radio display (Figure 4.1). When selected by the Zone/ Channel switch (see Section 4.1.6.3), the select bar will display above the Zone Number. In addition, the alias text identifier for the selected zone will be shown on the display screen.

Figure 4.1 Zone Display

Zone Select Indicator

Zone Identifier Alias

Similar to the selected zone, the selected channel is shown on the radio display (Figure

4.2). When selected by the Zone/Channel switch (see Section 4.1.6.3), the select bar will

display above the Channel Number. In addition, the alias text identifier for the selected channel will be shown on the display screen.

Zone

Number

Channel

Number

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Channel alias can be a combination of zone and channel aliases. With conventional channels, the channel frequency may be displayed instead of the alias if the Display Information option switch is programmed.

Figure 4.2 Channel Display

Channel Select Indicator

Channel Identifier Alias

If channel scanning is enabled, the channel number will change to show the current active channel being scanned. The Channel Identifier Alias will also change to identify the current active scanned channel.

Zone

Number

Channel

Number

4.1.6.2 Channel Lock Option

A programming option will lock the channel display during scanning. This feature lets the radio user always see and confirm the selected operating channel for the radio. The default is this channel lock is disabled.

When the option is programmed, the channel number will continue to show the selected channel only. The Channel Identifier Alias will change to show the current scanned active channel. If the option is not enabled, then the channel number and alias will both change to indicate the current scanned active channel as described.

4.1.6.3 Zone / Channel Select

The front panel Select switch is used to change the zone and channel. Pressing this switch toggles between the zone and channel select modes, and rotating it changes the zone or channel. An optional beep can be programmed to sound when the switch is pressed or the channel is changed.

The current mode is indicated by the bar over the zone or channel display. For example, when the bar is over the zone display (see following illustration), the zone select mode is enabled.

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Rotating the Select switch clockwise increases the zone or channel and rotating it counterclockwise decreases the zone or channel number. A single beep sounds when the channel is changed (if that option is enabled). After the highest zone or channel is displayed, wrap-around to the lowest zone or channel occurs and vice versa. If an unprogrammed channel is selected, “UNPROGRAMD” is displayed and a tone sounds. The radio may also be programmed so that only programmed channels are selected.

The radio can be programmed so that the bar defaults to either the zone or channel display when power is turned ON and after a change is made. The delay that occurs before it returns is programmed for 1-255 seconds. It can also be programmed to remain in the last selected mode.

4.1.6.4 54-channel/16-zone Feature

This programmable feature allows for more than 16 channels in a zone. When enabled (using the PCConfigure software), the radio can be configured with up to 16 zones and 54 channels per zone. This feature forces the radio display to switch the zone and channel number indicators. The zone number will be shown on the far right on the display and channel number now to the left of the zone number as illustrated in Figure 4.3. The Zone/ Channel Select switch continues to select these functions.

Figure 4.3 54 Channel/16 Zone Display

Zone Select Indicator

Zone Identifier Alias

Channel Number

Zone

Number

4.1.6.5 Direct Channel Select

The direct Channel Select feature is available if the Channel Select option switch parameter is programmed. This feature allows channels to be directly selected using the HHC numeric keys or Digital Keypad Microphone.

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.

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For example, Zone 1/Channel 16 is selected by Channel 16, and Zone 2/Channel 16 is selected by Channel 32.

Seq. Ch. No. Zone Channel

1 - 16 1 1 - 16 17 - 32 2 1 - 16 33 - 48 3 1 - 16

Proceed as follows to select channels using this mode:

1 Enable the direct Channel Select mode by selecting it via the menu or by pressing the

Channel Select option switch. A single beep sounds when the switch is pressed (if that option is enabled).The alias and sequential number of the current channel are alternately displayed.

2 Select the desired channel using the Up/Down keys or directly enter it using the 0-9

keys. A single beep sounds when the channel is changed (if that option is enabled).If using the 0-9 keys, the radio attempts to display the entered number after the third digit is entered or approximately two seconds after the last key is pressed.

3 To exit this mode and select the entered channel, press the Channel Select switch again.

This mode is also exited automatically without changing the channel after approximately one minute of no activity.

Note The Channel Select function should probably not be assigned to a number key because

pressing that key to select a channel then exits the select mode.

Other features of this mode are as follows:

• When using the Up/Down keys, 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 if the “Programmed Channels Only on Display” is not selected. If the “Programmed Channels Only on Display” is selected, the wrap around occurs at Channel 5.

• 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 Channel Select option switch is pressed with “UNPROGRAMD” displayed, an error tones sounds, “INVALID” is briefly displayed, and the displayed channel does not change.

4.1.6.6 Favorite Zone Selection

The Favorite Zone feature allows the radio to be programmed to provide 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.

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A “Favorites” button in the 53SL ES allows the user to add channels to the Favorite Zone. If The 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 (the radio remembers the current zone/channel).

3 Turn the Selector knob 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.

4 To store the new channel to the favorites list, press the Select button. 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).

6 Upon exit, the radio will remain on the channel that was just added to the Favorites list.

4.1.7 Setting Squelch Control

This radio does not have a squelch control. The squelch level is preset and usually does not require readjustment. However, if the squelch threshold needs to be changed on a conventional analog channel, it can be changed using keypad programming if available (see Section 5.17 on page 36).

Note The Keypad programming feature is available to Federal Government users only.

4.1.8 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.

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4.1.9 Operation At Extended Range

When approaching the limits of radio range, the other party may not be able to hear your transmissions and there may be an increase in background noise when messages are received. You may still be out of range even though you can hear a message. The reason for this is that the signal you are receiving is usually transmitted at a higher power level than the one transmitted by your radio. Communication may be improved by moving to higher ground or away from shielding objects such as tall buildings or hills.

4.1.10 Preventing Vehicle Battery Discharge

In the standby mode (power on, not transmitting), radio power consumption is relatively low. Therefore, you can probably leave the radio ON for one or two days without operating the vehicle and the battery should not become seriously discharged. However, if the outdoor temperature is low enough to significantly decrease battery capacity, the radio should be turned OFF when not in use.

CAUTION

Since power consumption is significantly higher when transmitting, it is good practice to have the vehicle running while transmitting. This ensures that optimum power is being delivered to the radio and that the battery does not become discharged.

4.1.11 Cleaning the Control Head

The radio Control Head requires periodic cleaning, depending upon the operating environment.

You will need a soft brush of a size that can access all exposed areas of the Control Head. You will also need a vacuum cleaner that is portable enough to easily access the Control Head.

To clean the Control Head:

1 Use the brush to remove the bulk of sand and dust from the Control Head.

Ensure that this is done in an environment that does not allow other equipment to be affected by the removed sand and dust. If necessary, use the vacuum to collect material as it is removed.

2 When the bulk of sand and dust is removed, use the brush to clean the interface joint

between the buttons and Control Head plastic.

3 Position the vacuum nozzle two inches (or more, as required) from the face of the

Control Head. Use the brush to remove any remaining sand and dust.

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4 Repeat this procedure until the Control Head is completely clean.

4.1.12 Radio Service

If “UNPROGRAMD” is displayed, the cause can be any of the following:

• An unprogrammed channel is selected. Select a programmed channel.

• The selected channel is programmed for an option that is not installed or an error in programming was detected. Contact your system operator for service.

If no characters or all characters appear in the display, the viewing angle may be improperly adjusted. Refer to Section 4.1.4 for more information. If some other problem is occurring, turn power OFF and then ON again to reset the control logic. Also make sure that the controls are properly set and that the power, external speaker, and accessory cables (if used) are securely plugged into the back of the radio.

If the radio is completely inoperative, check the power cable fuse that is usually located near the vehicle battery. If it is blown, remedy the cause if possible and replace it with the same type (15A). If the radio still does not operate properly, return it to your system operator for service.

Note There are no user-serviceable components in the radio. Altering internal adjustments can

cause illegal emissions, void the warranty, and result in improper operation that can seriously damage the radio.

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4.2 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 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.

4.2.1 Conventional Mode

This is a non-trunked operating mode which accesses independent radio channels. There is no automatic access to trunked 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) or Project 25 (digital). With digital operation, the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) 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 NAC (Network Access Code) and talkgroup ID codes.

With Project 25 operation, a NAC is transmitted which match the NAC programmed in the repeater or base station equipment and the mobile(s) being called for communication to occur. In addition, to receive standard group calls, the receiving mobile 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 SMARTNET 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 6.

4.2.2 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 mobiles are being called and what calls are received. Monitoring is performed automatically and special messages and tones indicate busy and out-of-range conditions.

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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. SMARTNET/SmartZone features include roaming (SmartZone only), telephone, private, and emergency calls, Call Alert

™

, and messaging. Either analog or digital signaling may be used. Enhanced SMARTNET/SmartZone features provide the same, plus gives you responses from the system. For example, if the ID you are calling is turned OFF, the system will display “NOT AVAILABLE”.

When a SMARTNET or SmartZone channel is selected or the radio is powered up on one of those channels, it searches for a control channel. While searching, the alias (name) of the selected channel is displayed and 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 RNG” (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. When the radio is keyed, a channel grant request is sent through the control channel. The system then informs the requesting radio what traffic channel to use, through the control channel. Once the request is granted by the system, the radio moves to the designated traffic channel for the actual talkgroup call. Once the transmission has ended, the radio returns to the control channel.

Operating features unique to SMARTNET/SmartZone channels are described in Section 7.

4.2.3 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 Section 7. 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 mobile 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 in this mode.

• 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.

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• 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).

4.2.4 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.

4.2.4.1 Systems

A system is a collection of channels or talkgroups belonging to the same repeater site. It defines all the parameters and protocol (system) information required to access a site. When a system is added, you specify the type belonging to the same repeater site or “multi-site” network - i.e., Conventional, SmartNet, SmartZone or P25 Trunking. Up to 16 systems of any type can be programmed.

The maximum number of channels assignable to a system is limited to 864, depending on the option enabled. Channels may also be limited by available memory space as described in the following information.

4.2.4.2 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 approximately 864 channels (depending on the option enabled) can be programmed with the preceding modes. 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.

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4.2.4.3 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 a different geographical areas. The maximum number of zones is 32 or 54 depending on the option enabled.

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Radio wide features are features available in all radio operating modes.

5.1 Option Buttons

S ECTION

Section 5Radio Wide Features

Six option buttons on the front panel (one is located to the left of the display) can be programmed to control a different set of functions for each of the three operating modes. Therefore, up to 18 different functions can be controlled by these buttons (six each for conventional, SMARTNET/SmartZone, and P25 Trunking).

Figure 5.1 Option Buttons

Programmable Option Buttons

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6

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The available functions in each mode are shown in Table 5.1.

Table 5.1 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 TONES Auto Site Search X X X AUTO SITE Backlight Hi/Med/Off X X X X BACKLIGHT Call Alert Select (Paging) X X X X CALL ALERT Call Response Select X X X CALL RSP Cancel Dynamic Regroup X X X CANCEL DR Change Keyset (OTAR) X X X X CHG KEYSET Channel Select X X X X CHAN SELCT Clear/Secure Encryption

Select Data Modes X DATA MODES Digital (Project 25) Talkgroup

Select Disable Call Guard X Display GPS XXX XGPS Display Information Select

(frequency or channel display) Emergency Mode Select X X X XEMERGENCY Emergency Clear X EMERG CLR Erase Keys, OTAR X X X X ERASE KEYS External Public Address X X X X EXTERNAL PA Favorite Channels X X X X FAVORITES Group Scan GRP SCAN High/Low Power Select X X X X TX POWER Home X X X XHOME Home 2 X X X XHOME 2 Horn Honk Select X X X X Key Select, OTAR X X KEY SELECT Keypad Programming Select X KEYPAD PRG Messaging Select X X X MESSAGE Monitor Mode Select X MONITOR Mute/Unmute X X X X AUDIO MUTE Normal/Selective Squelch

Select P25 Packet Data XX DATA MODES Phone Call Select X X X X PHONE Priority Channel Select X PRIORITY Private Call Select X X X PRIV CALL

Shaded features support the secondary press and hold function.on the portable radios

X X X X SECURITY

X SELECT TG

X DISPLAY

XSQUELCH

Trunking

SMARTNET SmartZone

Menu DisplayConventional

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Table 5.1 Programmable Option Button and Menu Mode Functions (Continued)

X = Available in Mode:

Project 25

Function

Radio Information X X X X RADIO INFO Radio Wide Scan Select X X X X RW SCAN Rekey Request X REKEY

Remote Access (Pyramid Repeater)

Repeater Talk-Around Select X TALK ARND Request to Talk XRTT RWS List Edit X X X X RWS EDIT Scan Mode Select X X X XSCAN Scan List Edit Select X X X X SCAN EDIT Scan List Select X X X SCAN SELCT Set User Password X X X X SET PASWD Site Lock Select X X SITE LOCK Site Search Select X X SITE SRCH Squelch (Code) Select List X SQLCH CODE Status Select X X X X STATUS Surveillance Mode Select X X X X SURV MODE Text Messaging X TEXT MSG Tone Volume Edit - Alert X X X X NUMBERS

Tone Volume Edit - Keypad X X X X NUMBERS

Unit Call Select X X UNIT CALL Unprogrammed

(

Note The button is not

used.)

Zone Select X X X X ZONE SELCT

Shaded features support the secondary press and hold function.on the portable radios

X X X X RMT ACCESS

XXX X

Trunking SMARTNET SmartZone

Menu DisplayConventional

REQUEST

THAT CAN BE

ADJUSTED

THAT CAN BE

ADJUSTED

5.2 Menu Mode

To enter menu mode on the 53SL ES, press and hold the “Select” button.

To scroll through the items on the menu list, turn the select switch to the desired item.

To select the desire item, once again press the “Select” button.

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To exit menu mode on the standard control head, press <F6> (<F5> for Lightning head). To exit menu mode on the HHC, press <F5>.

5.3 Time-Out Timer

The time-out timer disables the transmitter if it is keyed for longer than the programmed time. It can be programmed on each channel for times of 15 seconds to 3 minutes, 45 seconds or it can be disabled.

If the transmitter is keyed continuously 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 can also be programmed that prevents further transmissions for a certain time after the transmitter is disabled (see Section 6.5).

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.

5.4 Home Channel Select

If the HOME option switch 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 switch 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 (see Section 4.1.1). A secondary Home, Home2, may also be programmed.

Note The radio can be optionally programmed so that Pressing and holding the Home option

switch causes the radio to switch to the existing Home or Home 2 instead of making the current selection the new Home.

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5.5 Power Output Select

Each conventional channel and SMARTNET/SmartZone and P25 Trunked system can be programmed for High, Low, or Switchable transmit power. If Switchable power is programmed on the channel or system, the Tx PWR option switch can then be used to select high or low transmitter power. All models support switchable power.

Pressing the TX PWR switch toggles the power setting. The new level is flashed in the display when this switch is pressed as “HI POWER” or “LOW POWER”. If selectable power is not permitted on the current channel or system, the fixed power level is flashed and no power change occurs. The selected power level is permanent until it is manually changed again. The power levels are set at the factory or when the radio is tuned using the PCTune™ software.

5.6 Alert Tone Select

The various alert tones that sound are described in Section 10.1. These tones can be enabled and disabled if the TONE option switch is programmed. To turn all tones OFF, press this switch and “TONE OFF” is displayed. Then to turn all tones ON again, press it and “TONE ON” is displayed. If this switch is not programmed, tones are fixed in the ON or OFF condition by programming. Alert tones can be disabled depending on programming.

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 TN VOL option switch 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.

5.7 Power Turn-Off Delay

The radio can be installed so that the vehicle ignition switch as well as the front panel power switch of the radio control power. This is done by connecting the accessory cable ignition switch input to the vehicle ignition switch. Refer to the Installation section of the 53SL ES Service Manual for more information. A power-off delay of up to 510 minutes can then be programmed or this feature can be disabled by programming “Inf” so there is no automatic power OFF.

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Both the ignition switch and the power switch must then be ON for radio power to turn on. The delay can be overridden at any time by turning power OFF using the front panel power switch or turning the ignition switch back on.

This turn-off delay can allow calls to be received or the horn alert to be active for a time after the ignition switch is turned OFF. At the same time, advantages of ignition switch control are used such as preventing the battery discharge that may occur if the radio is left ON for an extended period.

5.8 Horn Alert

The horn alert feature sounds an external alert such as the vehicle horn when certain calls are received. It is available if a Horn option switch is programmed and the proper connection has been made to the external alert. The horn alert output is pin 4 of the accessory cable, and an external driver circuit of some type is usually required. Refer to the 53SL ES Installation Manual for more information on how to install this feature.

Additional information on the horn alert feature follows:

• It activates when receiving any Unit call in the P25 conventional mode and any Private/ Unit and Call Alert (paging) call in the SMARTNET/SmartZone and P25 Trunked modes. It does not sound when receiving standard Group or telephone calls, and is not programmable on a per call basis.

• It must be manually enabled and disabled by the Horn option switch. It is not controlled by the vehicle ignition switch. When it is enabled, “HORN ON” is briefly displayed, and when it is disabled, “HORN OFF” is briefly displayed. It defaults to the OFF mode whenever power is turned on.

• If a power turn-off delay is programmed as just described, it is functional during that delay.

• When activated, it can be programmed to sound for three 1-second beeps or continuously for 2-90 seconds. It then turns OFF until another Unit call is received.

5.9 Microphone Off-Hook Detect

The microphone hanger can be connected to chassis ground and the radio programmed to detect an off-hook condition (Hangup Box Monitor selected). The following operation then occurs when the microphone is taken off-hook:

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Conventional Channel Selected - Scanning temporarily halts (if applicable) and the Monitor Mode described in Section 6.2 is enabled. However, the receiver unsquelches only if a carrier is detected.

SMARTNET/SmartZone/P25 Trunked Channel Selected - Scanning temporarily halts if applicable.

If the off-hook condition is not detected (Hangup Box Monitor not selected), the microphone hook state has no affect on radio operation.

5.10 Surveillance Mode

If the Surveillance mode is programmed, the backlight, all alert tones, and front panel LED indicator can be disabled individually or totally, based on programming.

The transmit/receive LED indicator, display and keypad backlight, and all alert tones can 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 switch.

This feature can be turned ON and OFF via menu selection or by the user if the SURVLC option switch (if programmed). The user selected mode permanently overrides the programmed mode if applicable.

5.11 Public Address

This feature allows a single microphone to be used for either radio or public address. An external public address system can be connected to pin 7 of the radio accessory pigtail cable. This is a low level output, so some sort of PA amplifier is required. The External PA option switch (or menu selection) control this feature.

In the public address mode, microphone audio is always routed to the PA system, and the radio can be programmed so that receive audio is also routed. When the PA is enabled/ disabled, “EXT PA ON/OFF” is displayed momentarily. The radio can also be programmed to display “EXT PA ON” continuously.

If “Ext PA Mute” is enabled by PC Configure, when the radio code toggles the external PA mute line, the auxiliary B output line will also be toggled. This allows users to mute their own PA at the same time that the radio throws the eternal PA switch.

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5.12 Scanning

Scanning monitors the channels in the scan list for messages the radio is programmed to receive. When a message is detected, scanning stops and the message is received. Shortly after the message is complete, scanning resumes.

If the microphone off-hook condition is detected (Hangup Box Monitor selected by programming), scanning stops and selective squelch (such as Call Guard CTCSS or NAC/ group ID detect) is disabled on conventional channels. If the microphone off-hook condition is not detected (Hangup Box Monitor not programmed), taking the microphone off-hook has no affect on radio operation. When a call is received in the scan mode, the alias of the channel on which a call is received (and any other display parameters that may be programmed) are displayed until scanning resumes. The selected channel alias is then displayed if applicable.

There are two scan modes available: Priority (standard) and Radio Wide. The operation of the priority type is unique to the system type programmed on the selected channel, and the operation of the Radio Wide type is the same regardless of the system type programmed on the selected channel. Only one type of scanning can be enabled at a time. For example, if priority scanning is enabled and Radio Wide Scan is enabled, priority scanning is automatically disabled and vice versa. Refer to the following for more information.

5.12.1 Priority (Standard) Scanning

Priority scanning (also referred to as standard scanning) monitors only channels that are the same type as that currently selected. For example, if a conventional channel is selected, only conventional channels are scanned and likewise for SMARTNET/SmartZone and Project 25 trunked channels.

For more information on scanning functions in the Conventional mode, refer to Section

6.10, and for more information on how it functions in the other modes, refer to Section

7.11. Scanning is turned ON and OFF by menu selection or (if programmed) the Scan

option switch as follows.

• To turn priority scanning on, press the SCAN option switch. Scanning is enabled when a rotating is indicated in the right status display as follows and “SCAN ON” is briefly displayed.

Scan Enable Indicator

• To turn scanning OFF, press the SCAN option switch again. Scanning is disabled when “SCAN OFF” is briefly displayed and is no longer indicated in the status display.

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• If the zone or channel is changed while scanning is selected, scanning continues on the same or a different scan list (see Section 5.13.1).

Note Each SMARTNET/SmartZone and P25 trunked channel can be programmed so that

scanning is automatically enabled when the channel is selected.

5.12.2 Radio Wide Scanning

Radio wide scanning monitors the channels in the preprogrammed radio wide scan list. This scan list may contain up to 16 channels of any type assigned to any zone (see Section

5.13.2). Radio wide scanning is turned ON and OFF by menu selection or by the RWS

option switch (if programmed) as follows.

Note Use radio wide scanning only if two different types of channels need to be scanned at the

same time such as conventional and SMARTNET/SmartZone. Otherwise, use the more efficient priority scanning because there is less chance of missed calls.

• To turn radio wide scanning on, press the RWS option switch and “RW SCN ON” is briefly displayed. In addition, is displayed the same as with priority scanning.

• To turn radio wide scanning OFF, press the RWS option switch again and “RW SCN OFF” is briefly displayed and is no longer displayed.

• If the zone or channel is changed while radio wide scanning, scanning continues normally.

5.12.3 Scan Hold Time

When a message is received or transmitted while scanning, there is a delay before scanning resumes. The delay after receiving a call prevents another message from being received before a response can be made. The delay after transmitting a call ensures that a response is heard instead of another message occurring on some other channel.

Separate delay times are programmable for radio wide and priority scanning. With radio wide scanning, delays of 2-7.5 seconds can be are programmed. With priority scanning, scan delays of 0-7.5 seconds can be programmed. With SMARTNET/SmartZone and P25 Trunked scanning, scan delays of 0-8 seconds can be programmed.

5.12.4 Transmitting in the Scan Mode

Priority Scan Mode - When the transmitter is keyed while scanning is enabled, the transmission may occur on various channels as follows.

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Conventional Operation - Transmissions can be programmed to always occur on the priority, selected, or receive channel (if applicable). Refer to Section 6.10 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.

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.

5.12.5 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. Proceed as follows to temporarily delete a channel:

Note The selected channel and also conventional 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 switch until a tone sounds (approximately 0.5 second). The channel is then deleted and scanning of the remaining channels in the scan list resumes.

Note Pressing and holding this switch with scanning OFF may select the scan list. Refer to

Section 6.10.1 for more information.

2 Deleted channels are added back into the scan list if any of the following events occur:

- Scanning is turned OFF and then ON again using the SCAN option switch.

- Radio power is turned OFF and then ON again.

- The scan list is reselected by changing channels (SMARTNET/SmartZone) or using

the SCAN option switch (conventional).

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5.13 Scan Lists

5.13.1 Priority Mode Scan Lists

A scan list is simply 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 list can include up to 256 channels/talkgroups. More information follows on selecting and editing priority scan lists.

Note The selected channel is always scanned.

5.13.1.1 Determining Channels in Priority Scan List

Channels in the conventional priority scan lists are determined as follows. Channels in the SMARTNET/SmartZone/P25 Trunked priority scan lists are indicated only when editing a list (see “Editing a Priority Scan List”).

1 Enable Priority scanning as described in Section 5.12.1. 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 Select

switch. When the displayed channel is in the scan list (scanned normally), the symbol is displayed next to the zone number as shown in the following illustration.

Scan List Indicator

Channel Number

5.13.1.2 Selecting a Priority Scan List

Conventional Operation - The scan list is user selectable by the SCAN option switch. Refer to Section 6.10.1 for more information.

SMARTNET/SmartZone/P25 Trunked Operation - The scan list can be temporarily changed if the Scan (List) Select option switch is programmed or by pressing/holding the scan button. Refer to Section 7.11.2 for more information.

Both of the above operations are also menu selectable.

Note Only Priority scan lists are selectable.

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5.13.1.3 Editing a Priority Scan List

If the SCN ED (Scan Edit) option switch is programmed, priority scan lists can be user edited as follows (all operating modes). This option is also selectable via the menu. 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 (the rotating icon is

not indicated in the right status display). Select a conventional, SMARTNET/ SmartZone/P25 Trunked channel corresponding to the scan list being edited.

2 Select the scan list edit mode by pressing the

indicated by a triangle in the upper left corner of the display (see Figure 2.3).

3 If applicable, select the list to be edited by rotating and then pressing the Select switch.

A single beep sounds when the switch is pressed (if that option is enabled). The selected scan list is indicated as “LIST x” as described in the preceding section. If user programming is disabled on a list (conventional channels only), “NO EDIT” is momentarily displayed and it cannot be edited.

4 Select the channel you want to add or delete by rotating the Select switch. 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 channels. If an attempt is made to add more than 256, “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 symbol is displayed next to

the zone number as just described. To change the scan list status of the displayed channel, press the Select switch. A single beep sounds when the switch is pressed (if that option is enabled).

With conventional channels only, if the selected scan list is programmed with fixed priority channel(s), the next press of the Select switch makes the current channel the priority channel indicated by “P” in the left status display next to the zone number. If dual priority channels are used, pressing the Select switch again makes it the second priority channel indicated by “2” in the left status display. Then pressing the Select switch again takes the channel out of the scan list. Refer to Sections 6.10.2 and 6.10.3 for more information on priority channel sampling.

SCN ED option switch. This mode is

6 To exit this mode and save the changes, press the

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5.13.2 Radio Wide Scan List

With radio wide scanning, there is only one scan list available regardless of the type of channel selected. This list is user programmable and can include 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.

5.13.2.1 Determining Channels in Radio Wide Scan List

The channels can be determined only by selecting the scan list edit mode (see “Editing Radio Wide Scan List” which follows).

When the displayed channel is in the scan list (scanned normally), the symbol is displayed next to the zone number as shown in the following illustration.

Scan List Indicator

Channel Number

5.13.2.2 Editing a Radio Wide Scan List

If the RWS ED option switch 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 (the rotating icon is

not indicated in the right status display). Select the scan edit mode by pressing the RWS ED option switch. This mode is indicated by a triangle in the upper left corner of the display (see Figure 2.3).

2 Select the channel you want to add or delete by rotating the Select switch. A single

beep sounds when the channel is changed (if that option is enabled). 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.

3 If the selected channel is in the scan list (scanned), the symbol is displayed next to

the zone number as just described. To change the scan list status of the displayed channel, press the Select switch. A single beep sounds when the switch is pressed (if that option is enabled).

4 To exit this mode and save the changes, press the RWS ED option switch again.

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5.14 Global Positioning System (GPS)

If this feature is enabled, GPS data can be received from satellites when a GPS receiver is attached to the serial port of the radio. GPS data can be viewed using P25, Conventional, MultiNet, and SMARTNET/SmartZone Systems.

5.14.1 Viewing GPS Data

To use the GPS feature (on a properly configured radio):

1 Connect the cable from the GPS receiver to the Accessory connection on the back of

the radio (see Figure 2.8).

2 Press the assigned GPS button (or select GPS from the menu). “No Sat Rec” will

display initially.

3 Wait until the GPS receiver acquires enough satellites to obtain a valid position fix.

Note It may take up to 10 minutes, depending upon signal conditions, for the GPS receiver to

obtain a position fix. During this time “No Sat Rec” is displayed. Failure of data to appear indicates that the receiver was unable to obtain a fix.

When the system acquires a fix, one of the following GPS data items will appear on the display:

- Latitude (e.g., 40

- 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

- Time (e.g., 14:23:15)

- Date (e.g., 26NOV2008)

- Number of satellites that the receiver is currently receiving

4 You can cycle through the data items by turning the Select knob.

- When Time is displayed, you can enter/exit daylight savings time by pressing and

holding the GPS button.

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.

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5.14.2 Sending GPS Data

The radio can send GPS data in conventional digital mode only. Refer to paragraph 6.16 for more information.

5.15 Over the Air Programming

OTAP is an “Over the Air” programming feature for the subscriber parameter (code plug) files. 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. OTAP requires conventional P25 data infrastructure. It is not supported in P25 Trunking. Firmware updates cannot be made using this feature. Firmware version 6.6.x (ES) or later is required to use this feature.

5.15.1 Radio Set Up

The current profile in the radio controls how an OTAP download is handled. How this is set in PC Configure determines the possible actions the radio should take: “Prompt”, “Activate”, and “Off-line”.

Prompt

- the radio displays the message “ACTIVATE?” after a successful OTAP download, prompting the radio user to respond.

- On mobile subscriber units, the user should press the Select button to indicate an affirmative answer or the <F6> button to indicate a negative answer. The radio user has 30 seconds to answer. An affirmative answer stores the parameters in the EEPROM and resets the radio; a negative answer or no answer results in the parameters remaining in the Flash memory for activation at a later time, but also resets the radio.

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

- the parameters are stored in Flash memory until activated with PC Configure 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

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action and any buttons/menu items must be programmed in PC Configure 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 PC Configure 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.

5.15.2 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 PC Configure one minute after receiving its last data packet, the radio stops the OTAP procedure and returns to normal operating mode.

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Section 6Conventional Mode Features

Conventional mode features are radio features unique or used only when operating in conventional mode.

6.1 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 were to transmit while someone else was using the channel, you would probably disrupt their conversation. With SMARTNET/SmartZone and P25 Trunked operation, monitoring is performed automatically. Monitor conventional channels automatically or manually as follows:

6.1.1 Automatic Channel Monitoring

If the selected channel is programmed for Busy Channel Lockout (also called Transmit Disable On Busy), monitoring is performed automatically. Refer to Section 6.3 for more information on this feature.

6.1.2 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 it and the channel must then be monitored manually as follows:

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Busy Indicator - With scanning disabled, note if the multi-function indicator on the front panel is steady green. If it is green, a carrier is being detected, so the channel may be busy. If it is not, the channel is not being used and a call can be transmitted.

Monitor Mode - There may be times when the busy indication is displayed even though no one is using the channel. Monitoring should then be performed by disabling Call Guard squelch (or group ID detect on P25 channels). This is usually done by selecting the Monitor Mode (see following) or by the Normal/Selective option switch (see Section 6.4.1).

6.2 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 group 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

MON option switch. The display then indicates “MON” (see Figure 2.3) and the receiver unsquelches and noise is heard if carrier not present. The transmit frequency can also be monitored by selecting Tx Channel from the menu.

2 To monitor the receive frequency instead, press and hold the MON option switch until a

tone sounds (approximately two seconds). This can be used, for example, to improve reception if intermittent squelching is making a weak message difficult to understand.The receive frequency can also be monitored via the Squelch Override option of the menu.

3 To disable the monitor mode and return to normal operation, press the MON option

switch again (or select Off from the menu).

If off-hook detection is enabled, taking the microphone off-hook monitors the receive frequency similar to Step 2. However, the receiver unsquelches only if a carrier is detected (see Section 5.9). Pressing the SEL SQ option switch disables Call Guard squelch/P25 group ID detect but not scanning and P25 NAC detect (see Section 6.4).

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6.3 Busy Channel Lockout

The Busy Channel Lockout (also called Transmit Disable on Busy) feature 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.

“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 P25 NAC code (see Section 6.13.3) 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” - Indicated status of the radio as seen from the repeater. (If the status shows Busy, then the mobile is transmitting.)

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.

6.4 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.

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.

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6.4.1 Call Guard Squelch Enable/Disable

The SEL SQ option switch (if programmed) can be used to disable receive Call Guard squelch (Normal/Selective Squelch) on analog channels or group ID code detection on P25 channels. This option is also selectable via the menu.When selective squelch is disabled, “SQ NORMAL” is flashed in the display, and when it is enabled, “SQ SELECT” is flashed.

When “SQ NORMAL” is selected, the receiver unsquelches only if a carrier is detected. Scanning and P25 NAC detection are not disabled with this mode selected. The selected mode remains in effect until it is manually changed. Selecting another channel or cycling power does not reselect a default condition. There is a programmable option to display “MON” when the “SQ NORMAL” mode is selected.

6.4.2 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. PC Configure can be used to turn OFF the reverse burst feature so that the squelch tail is not eliminated.

6.4.3 Digital Call Guard Squelch

Digitally Coded Squelch (DCS) uses digital data instead of subaudible tones to control the squelch. This data consists of continuous repetitions of 23-bit words. No bit or word synchronization information is used. When the push-to-talk switch is released, a turn-off code is transmitted which eliminates the squelch tail similar to the reverse burst.

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6.4.4 Disable Call Guard

A programmable feature 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 in PCConfigure. The function can be programmed to any button and the menu. The mode will stay active though channel changes (between conventional channels) and during scan. While the feature is active the monitor icon will be displayed.

6.4.5 Selective Squelch Code Select (CTCSS/DSC/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 preprogrammed list. It is available if the SQ LIST option switch and a CTCSS/NAC code list have been programmed. It is also selectable via the menu.

Note Call Guard codes may be permanently reprogrammed by keypad programming (see

Section 6.14).

In addition, with the Handheld Control Unit (HHC) only, 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, simply 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 SQ LIST option switch:

1 Press the SQ LIST option switch and then rotate the Select switch to select the desired

position. The display indicates “SEL SQ xx” where, “xx” is the selected code from 1-

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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 SQ LIST

(Squelch Code Select) switch again.

3 To check which code is selected, press the SQ LIST option switch 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.

6.5 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 5.3). 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.

6.6 Conversation Timer

A conversation timer can be programmed on conventional systems in addition to the timeout timer (see Section 5.3). This timer limits that 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.

• 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).

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6.7 Repeater Talk-Around

Normally, all transmissions go through a repeater which usually increases range. However, there may be times when a mobile is out of range of the repeater and therefore unable to talk to anyone even though the mobile 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 mobile-to-mobile communication.

Repeater talk-around can be selected if the RTA option switch is programmed. This feature can also be selected via the menu. When talk-around is enabled by this switch, “RTA ON” is flashed in the display, and when it is disabled, “RTA OFF” is flashed. This feature remains enabled during scanning, and changing channels or turning power OFF does not change the selected condition. Talk-around is available on conventional channels only. The Talkaround capability can be Disabled on a per-channel basis, requiring the user to use the infrastructure if disabled. (Radio-to-Radio communication is not allowed.)

6.8 Displaying Transmit / Receive Frequency

If the DISP option switch is programmed, it can be used to display the channel frequency in megahertz. Pressing this switch toggles between displaying the standard channel alias and the frequency. The receive frequency is displayed while receiving and the transmit frequency is displayed while transmitting. This feature can also be selected via the menu.

This feature is available on conventional channels only.

6.9 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 switch (or menu selection) is required for these functions. Emergency Alarms and Calls are transmitted on the global (radio wide) emergency zone/channel if one is programmed and a smart console with message receiving capabilities is used. 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.

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6.9.1 Emergency Alarms

An emergency alarm is a special transmission that alerts a dispatcher of an emergency situation. It is sent automatically by pressing Emergency option switch. The system to which the emergency channel is linked must have Emergency Alarms enabled. If it does not, Emergency Alarms are disabled. Emergency alarms and calls can be received on smart consoles with message receiving capabilities.

In the P25 conventional mode, a special P25 emergency data transmission is sent, and in the conventional analog mode, a DTMF emergency ID is sent. This ID is programmed on the Conventional Radio Wide screen. Refer to Section 6.12.3 for information on the MDC1200 Emergency Alert.

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 EMER option switch. The radio then automatically transmits the emergency alarm.

2 Either Normal or Silent operation can be programmed. With the Normal mode, the red

LED lights, the emergency tone sounds, and “EMERGNCY” flashes in the display. This indication continues to flash until the alarm mode is ended (see Step 4).

If silent 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 neither occur if Silent operation is programmed.

Retries will automatically occur for conventional analog until the retry counter completes.

4 The emergency alarm mode is exited when radio power is cycled or by pressing and

holding the Emergency option switch.

6.9.2 Emergency Call Alert

This feature notifies a user when an emergency call is being made on their selected P25 Conventional or P25 Trunking Talkgroup. The radio should also be programmed with an “Emergency Clear” button.

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If an emergency call is received by the radio on the selected channel, the emergency alarm ACK tone will sound (five consecutive tones), and the Emergency Received 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 out of this state, press the “Emergency Clear” button. The radio should return to its normal display, and the Emergency Received message should no longer show.

6.9.3 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. 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 according to the P25 standard (the emergency bit is set in the Common Air Interface). 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.

6.9.3.1 Emergency Hot Mic

If Emergency Hot Mic has been enabled for emergency calls for the system, 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 tensecond intervals. 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 switch. Subsequent presses do not trigger automatic transmissions. To reset this function, hold emergency button or cycle power.

6.9.3.2 Placing an Emergency Call

To place an Emergency Call:

1 If required, select a channel of a system on which Emergency Calls are enabled and

press the EMER option switch. The Emergency Call is then sent as described in Section

6.9.1 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 5.10), 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 switch.

6.10 Conventional Mode Scanning

Channel scanning features common to all operating modes are described in Sections 5.12 and 5.13. The following information describes features unique to conventional operation.

6.10.1 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 on the Edit Zone screen.

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. A scan list selected in this manner is retained through radio power down.

6.10.1.1 Conventional Scan List Select Procedure

The scan list select procedure is as follows:

1 With scanning OFF, press and hold the SCAN option switch until a tone sounds (or use

menu selection). Scanning is OFF when the rotating is not indicated in the right status display. If required, turn scanning OFF by briefly pressing this switch. If the SCAN option switch is pressed while scanning, Nuisance Channel Delete described in Section 5.12.5 is performed.

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2 The currently selected list is then indicated in the display as “SCAN LIST x”, where

“x” is the scan list number. Rotate the Select switch to select the desired list and then exit this mode by pressing the Select or SCAN option switch. A single beep sounds when the Select switch is pressed (if that option is enabled).

6.10.2 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 or during scan hold time. Then once scanning resumes, it transmits on the selected channel.

6.10.3 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 7.11.1.

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.

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.

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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, “P” is indicated in the left status display next to the zone number as follows:

Priority Indicator

This indication is displayed regardless of whether the priority channel is fixed or always the selected channel. When the second priority channel is displayed, “2” is indicated instead.

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 Loopback Time.

Priority channel sampling occurs only with conventional 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.

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.

6.10.3.1 Changing The Priority Channel

If a fixed priority channel is associated with the current scan list, it can be changed to another channel if the Priority option switch is programmed (or by menu selection). With dual priority, this changes only the first priority channel. To change both priority channels, use the Scan List Edit function described in Section 5.13.1. Proceed as follows to change a priority channel using the Priority option switch:

1 Make sure that both priority and radio wide scanning are OFF (the rotating icon is

not indicated in the right status display).

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2 Select the channel that you want to be the priority channel using the Select switch in the

normal manner. A single beep sounds when the channel is changed (if that option is enabled). If the channel is in a different zone, also select the appropriate zone.

3 Press the Priority option switch and “PRIORITY” is briefly displayed to indicate that

the selected channel is now the priority channel. 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.

6.10.4 Talkgroup Scanning

In additional to conventional channel scanning, a list of talkgroups can be scanned on a specific channel. Talkgroup scan monitors a single digital conventional channel. When a call is received, the radio searches the scan list for a talkgroup that matches the received talkgroup. Audio opens up if a match is found.

The radio can be programmed for "TalkGroup on Active Scan" scan type to return calls on the received talkgroup if the user talks back during scan hold time. The "TalkGroup on Selected Scan" scan type will always return calls on the talkgroup from the selected channel.

6.11 Standard Conventional Calls

Standard conventional calls can be placed to other mobile 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 your call (see Sections 6.4 and 6.13.3).

6.11.1 Placing a Standard Conventional Call

To place a Standard Conventional Call:

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1 Turn power ON and set the volume as described in Section 4.1.1. Select the channel

programmed for the mobile you want to call (see Section 4.1.6.3).

2 Monitor the channel automatically or manually as described in Section 6.1.

3 Press the PTT switch and if the Busy Channel Lockout feature is programmed on the

channel, the transmitter is automatically disabled if the channel is busy (see Section

6.3). Otherwise, busy and out-of-range conditions are not indicated and speaking can

begin after monitoring the channel.

4 Press (and hold) the PTT switch to talk and release it to listen. When the call is finished,

place the microphone back on-hook.

6.11.2 Receiving a Standard Conventional Call

To receive a Standard Conventional Call:

1 Select or scan the channel programmed for the call you want to receive (refer to Section

6.10 for more scanning information).

2 After the call is received, take the microphone off-hook and 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 6.10.2.

3 When the call is finished, place the microphone back on-hook.

6.12 DTMF / ANI Signaling

DTMF (Dual Tone Multi-Frequency) tones can be generated for ANI (Automatic Number Identification) and other purposes on conventional analog channels. One of the following options may be enabled on each channel:

Pre-Tx ANI - A preprogrammed ANI sequence is automatically sent each time the PTT switch is pressed.

Post-Tx ANI - A preprogrammed 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 6.9). Refer to Section 6.12.3 for information on MDC1200 ANI.

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6.12.1 Single Tone Encoder

The radio will transmit and send a single tone as programmed in PC Configure. Single tone ANI provides call-in signaling, but does not provide identification of individual units, i.e. all units use the same single tone. Generally 1050 Hz is used for single tone RTT, but the radios and decoders must be programmable to other tones in the audio range. All tones must have a +/-0.2% frequency stability, and the tone length must be programmable to a pre-determined period of time from 0.5 to 2.5 seconds, in increments of 100 ms or less.

To use the single tone encoder functionality, program the radio with RTT with Single Tone Encoder selected as the type of RTT. The radio transmits and sends a tone of the programmed frequency and duration. When the tone is sent, all other radios on the system will hear the tone transmitted, and need to open audio.

6.12.2 Five Tone Encoder

The radio transmits five tones. The first four tones are the Five Tone ID of the radio. The last tone is based on the radio mode (Normal Call, Emergency Call, Secure Call).

6.12.3 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 Emergency Alert - A retry counter is implemented. Currently, ACKs are

not decoded so the radio retrys the programmed number of times with each emergency.

Inhibit/Uninhibit Commands - Commands to inhibit (disable) and uninhibit (enable) mobile access to the radio system.

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6.13 Project 25 Mode Features

The following features are unique to conventional P25 channels.

6.13.1 Digital Unit ID

Each radio that operates on Project 25 (digital) channels is programmed with an up-toeight-digit unit ID. This ID is unique for each radio and can be any number from 116,777,215. When power is turned ON with a Project 25 channel selected, this ID is briefly displayed.

6.13.2 Talkgroup ID

Each Project 25 channel is programmed with a group ID that determines which group of mobiles 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). Group IDs can be any number from 1-65,535. Group ID detect can be disabled by the Normal/Selective squelch function described in Section 6.4 and the Monitor Mode described in Section 6.2.

6.13.3 Network Access Code (NAC)

Project 25 conventional channels also use a NAC (Network Access Code) to control which calls are received on a channel. The NAC can be 1-4095, 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 group ID) detect can be disabled by the monitor mode described in Section 6.2.

6.13.4 EFJohnson System Out of Range Indicator

The radio can be programmed to provide an out of range indicator when used on an EFJohnson Infrastructure system. If the radio fails to receive the beacon signal from the system, then (if programmed) an out of range status will be indicated on the radio by a tone, display, or tone and display.

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6.13.5 EFJohnson System Automatic Registration

When used in a 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 subscriber unit will transmit its current talkgroup and mobile computer IP address to the system in addition to its unit ID during a dynamic data registration request.

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.

6.13.6 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 mobile 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 preprogrammed 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.

6.13.6.1 Changing Talkgroup Assigned To a Channel

If the TG SEL option switch is programmed, the talkgroup assigned to a channel can be changed by the user. The operation can also be selected from the menu as Digital Talkgroup Select. The new talkgroup continues to be assigned to the channel until it is manually changed again (cycling 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 and then press the TG SEL option switch.

2 Rotate the Select switch to display the talkgroup to be assigned to that channel.

Talkgroups are indicated by a unique identification in the alphanumeric display.

3 To select that talkgroup and return to normal operation, press the TG SEL switch again

or press the Select switch. A single beep sounds when the Select switch is pressed (if

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that option is enabled). If talkgroup selection has been disabled on the channel by programming, the talkgroup does not change, “NO LIST” is displayed, and a tone sounds.

6.13.7 P25 Unit Calls

Unit calls (also called Individual Calls) can be placed to a specific radio on Project 25 channels using the Unit individual ID of the target radio is sent (a talkgroup ID is not sent). The mobiles that can be called are preprogrammed 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 switch, and have a Unit Call programmed with the ID of the calling mobile.

Place and receive a Unit Call as follows:

Call option switch (if programmed) or by menu selection. Only the

Call option

1 To transmit a unit call, press the Unit

Call option switch (or select the menu option). The

alias (tag) of the last Unit Call is displayed.

2 If required, rotate the Select switch to display the desired alias/ID. The alias and ID of

the unit calls that have been programmed are alternately displayed.

3 Press and then release the PTT switch. Ringing is then heard and “WAIT” displayed to

indicate that the mobile is being rung. To disable this ringing but not the call, briefly press the PTT switch again. Ringing occurs for 20 seconds or until the call is answered, whichever occurs first.

4 When a unit ID call is received, two beeps sound (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 key.

- 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.

6.13.8 P25 Conventional Telephone Calls

Telephone calls can be placed and received on P25 conventional channels. Telephone calls to be placed and received over the public telephone system using your radio require a Network Interface Unit (NIU). Telephone calls are programmed to operate in one of the following modes:

• Disabled

• Answer-only capability

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• List only - Telephone numbers can be selected from a preprogrammed list only (direct entry as follows is not allowed)

• Unlimited - Telephone numbers can be selected from a list and also dialed directly entered using the front panel controls or the keypad on the HHC.

All models have the capability to place telephone calls by recalling the number from a list or dialing it using the front panel controls or using the Handheld Control Unit (HHC) telephone keypad. More information on how to do this follows.

6.13.8.1 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 preprogrammed in pairs by the Access/De-Access Code list, 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).

6.13.8.2 Placing a Telephone Call

To recall from list:

1 Select the conventional channel that is programmed to select the desired access and de-

access codes.

2 Momentarily press the PHONE option switch (or make the menu selection). 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, rotate the Select switch 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 which follows.:

For direct entry using front panel controls or the keypad on the HHC:

5 Select the conventional channel that is programmed to select the desired access and de-

access codes.

6 Press and hold the PHONE option switch until a tone sounds (approximately one

second). 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.

7 If using the front panel controls, enter the telephone number by rotating and pressing

the Select switch. The 0-9,

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as a “+”). Numbers up to sixteen digits (including pauses) can be entered, and the number scrolls to the left in the display so that the eight right-most digits are always displayed. With the HHC, enter the number using the DTMF keypad (a pause indicated by “P” is entered by

8 Briefly press the PTT switch to send the access code. A dial tone sound then be heard.

Briefly press the PTT switch again to send the digits.

9 Press the PTT switch to talk and release it to listen. Since the radio operates half duplex,

it is not possible to talk and listen at the same time.

10 When the telephone call is finished or if it could not be completed for some reason, end

it by pressing the PHONE option switch again and placing the microphone back onhook. This sends the de-access code which tells the system that the call is finished and that the repeater can be released.

* #).

6.13.8.3 Answering a Telephone Call

To answer a Telephone call:

When a telephone call is received, “ringing” similar to a standard telephone is heard and “PHONE” is displayed.

1 To answer the call, press the Phone option switch and press the PTT switch to talk and

release it to listen.

2 When the call is finished, end it as in the preceding Step 6.

6.13.9 Call Alert

The Call Alert™ feature allows pages to be sent and received on P25 conventional channels. The Call Alert Encode and Decode options must be enabled to send or receive an alert. Operation is similar to SMARTNET/SmartZone and P25 Trunked channels.

To Answer a Page:

1 When a page is received, five beeps sound and “PAGE RCVD” is displayed. The ID of

the mobile paging you is stored as the last ID received.

2 To clear or ignore the page, press any option switch. If the PTT switch is pressed, a

group call is placed on the selected channel.

3 To answer the page as a unit call (see Section 6.13.7), press the CALL (Private/Unit)

option switch (or select the option from the menu). The alias of the mobile paging you is displayed. Press the PTT switch and respond. One of the following conditions then occur:

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Section 0Safety Information

Section 1Radio Overview

1.1 Capabilities & Features

1.2 Radio Software and Configuration Programming

1.3 Supported Software

1.4 Available Options

1.4.1 Upgrading a Radio with Additional Options

1.4.2 Using PC Configure to Determine Options

1.5 Licensing

1.6 Radio Accessories

1.6.1 Digital Keypad Microphone

1.6.2 Handheld Control Unit

1.6.3 Base Station Unit

2.1 Standard Control Head

Section 2Controls & Display

2.1.1 Front Panel Controls

2.1.2 Display

2.2 Lightning Control Head

2.2.1 Front Panel Controls

2.2.2 Display

2.3 Rear Panel Connectors

Section 3Dual Controls & External Speaker

3.1 Dual Control Configurations

3.1.1 Remote Conversion Kit 250-5300-002

3.1.2 Remote Control Head Kit 250-5300-003

3.1.3 Hardware Setup

3.1.4 Radio Programming using PC Configure

3.1.5 Programming Dual Remote Control Configurations

3.1.6 Master / Slave Programming

3.1.7 Dual Control Operation

3.1.7.1 Power On/Off

3.1.7.2 Microphone Audio

3.2 External Speaker

3.2.1 Internal / External Speaker Programming

4.1 Basic Operation

Section 4General Operation

4.1.1 Turning Power ON and Setting Volume

4.1.1.1 Setting Volume Level

4.1.1.2 Standard and Soft Power Down

4.1.2 Power-Up Password

4.1.2.1 Programming Passwords

4.1.2.2 Lost Passwords

4.1.2.3 Changing Passwords

4.1.2.4 Password Entry Procedure

4.1.2.5 User (Power-On) Passwords

4.1.2.6 Master Password

4.1.2.7 Zone Password

4.1.3 Speaking into the Microphone

4.1.4 Display Backlight Control

4.1.5 Display Viewing Angle & Contrast Adjust

4.1.6 Zone / Channel Display and Select

4.1.6.1 Zone / Channel Display

4.1.6.2 Channel Lock Option

4.1.6.3 Zone / Channel Select

4.1.6.4 54-channel/16-zone Feature

4.1.6.5 Direct Channel Select

4.1.6.6 Favorite Zone Selection

4.1.7 Setting Squelch Control

4.1.8 Transmit Disable

4.1.9 Operation At Extended Range

4.1.10 Preventing Vehicle Battery Discharge

4.1.11 Cleaning the Control Head

4.1.12 Radio Service

4.2 Operating Modes

4.2.1 Conventional Mode

4.2.2 SMARTNET / SmartZone Mode

4.2.3 P25 Trunked Mode

4.2.4 Systems, Channels, and Zones

4.2.4.1 Systems

4.2.4.2 Channels

4.2.4.3 Zones

5.1 Option Buttons

Section 5Radio Wide Features

5.2 Menu Mode

5.3 Time-Out Timer