Ericsson KH-600, KH-500 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual

Portable Radio Unit KH-500/600

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

INTRODUCTION ..............................................................6

BUTTONS AND KNOBS............................................ 13

INDICATORS...................................................................19

STATUS INDICATORS ............................................. 20

ALERT TONES........................................................... 21

OPERATION....................................................................26

RECEIVING A MESSAGE........................................ 26

SENDING A MESSAGE............................................. 27

HOME CHANNEL OPERATION.............................28

TYPE 99 OPERATION............................................... 29

SCAN OPERATION ................................................... 31

TELEPHONE INTERCONNECT CALLS

(KH-600 ONLY)........................................................... 40

EMERGENCY OPERATION....................................44

BATTERY INFORMATION...........................................45

CHARGE BEFORE USING....................................... 45

RECHARGING THE BATTERY.............................. 45

CONDITIONING THE BATTERY........................... 46

INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK.....................46

REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK....................... 47

BATTERY CARE & MAINTENANC E....................48

BATTERY RECYCLING...........................................48

OPERATING TIPS ..........................................................49

EFFICIENT RADIO OPERATION .......................... 50

TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT)

Page

ANTENNA CARE AND REPLACEMENT.............. 50

ELECTRONIC DEVICES.......................................... 51

AIRCRAFT .................................................................. 51

BLASTING AREAS....................................................51

POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE

ATMOSPHERES.........................................................52

ACCESSORIES................................................................53

INTRINSICALLY SAFE USAGE ..................................55

BATTERY PACKS...................................................... 56

ACCESSORIES...........................................................57

GLOSSARY ......................................................................58

WARRANTY ....................................................................61

NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY WARRANTY..........62

OPERATOR'S RADIO SETUP ......................................63

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INTRODUCTION

The KH-500 (Scan) and KH-600 (DTMF) portable radios are lightweight, full-featured radios that provide reliable two-way communications on 1 to 16 channels. The KH-500 radio contains three (3) buttons on the front panel. The KH-600 contains three (3) buttons along with a twelve (12) button DTMF pad on the front panel. The scan functi on a llo ws m oni torin g of any or al l channels. Any channel may be s c ann ed w ith or without a priority level. One channel can be programmed for Priority 1 (P1) and anoth er for Priority 2 (P2), with any or all remaining channels programmed as non-priority channels (S). There is also an Emergency GE-STAR mode transmission capability. A LCD display provides status display of the radio functions along with the display of the selected channel number.

The Universal D evice Connect or (UDC), located on the side of th e radio, prov ides connect ions for external audio accessories. This connector also allows the radio system personnel to connect programming equipment and program the per-channel and overall radio features. Consult the radio dealer to determine the programmed features of your radio. Features that are programmable on a per-channel basis include:

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Receive Frequency Transmit Frequency Channel Busy Lock-Out Optional Squelc h Tail El iminatio n (ST E) for Ana log

Channel Guard Channel Guard Encode/Decode (Analog or Digital) Type 99 Tone Decode CG/DCG Decode Tones/ Codewords

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CG/DCG Encode Tones/ Codewords Automatic Number Identification (ANI) RF Power (High or Low)

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Microprocessor Oscillator Shift in Receive mode

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basis include:

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Microprocessor Oscillator Shift in Transmit mode Channel Spacing (12.5 kHz or 25/30 kHz) Telephone Interconnect DTMF Keypad enable

(KH-600 only)

Features that are progr ammab le on a n overa ll ra dio

Display Backlighting Alert Tones Emergency GE-STAR (with or without Home

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Channel) Three (3) DTMF Auto-Dial Telephone Numbers

(KH-600 only) Carrier Control Ti mer (CCT) Hi/Low RF Power Button Enable/Disable Scan Options CG Auto/Manual Reset A.N.I. Options Home Channel

Figure 1 – KH-500 Scan Radi o

Figure 2 – KH-600 System R adio

Figure 3 - Back And Left Panel Views

Figure 4 - Top, Back And Left Panel Views

BUTTONS AND KNOBS

This section describes the primary function of the button and knob controls. Other functions associated with these controls are detailed in later sections.

POWER ON-OFF/ VOLUME KNOB

Turns radio on and off and adjusts audio listening level.

When the radio is turned on, it will resume operation at the last operating state (channel, etc.) and the power-up alert tones will be sounded. Three (3) beeps indicate the radio is in the normal (receive mode); four (4) bee ps in dicat es the radio is scanning. The operating status of the ra dio wi ll be disp layed in the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

window.

Rotating the control clockwise increases the volume level.

PUSH-TO-TALK

Pressing the PTT button on the

BUTTON (PTT)

side of the radio will key the radio transmitter.

If the radio is not scanning, it will transmit on the selected (displayed) channel. If the radio is scanning when the PTT button is pressed, the radio may be programmed to transmit on the selected channel or on the current receive scan channel if the PTT is pressed during the scan hang time.

If the selected channel is programmed with Type 99 Tone Decode enabled, pressing the PTT button once will disable Type 99 Tone Decode by switching the radio from the Selective Call mode to the Monitor mode. The PTT button must be released and then pressed a second time to key the radio.

MONITOR

The Monitor button has several

BUTTON

functions. Its operation will vary depending upo n progr am min g.

When the Monitor button is pressed and held down, all transmissions will be heard even if Channel Guard protected. This permits channel monitoring before transmitting. If the button is held for more than one second, Channel Guard decode will toggle ON or OFF (if it is programmed on the selected channel).

The Monitor button is also used to reset the Type 99 decoder after a Type 99 call is received. Quickly press and release the button to reset the Type 99 decoder to receive the next Type 99 call.

CHANNEL

A rotary switch permits selection of

SELECT KNOB

EMERGENCY GE-STAR BUTTON

channels. Rotating the switch clockwise increases the channels and counterclockwise decreases the channels. The channel is visible by looking at the channel switch from the top or viewing the LCD display.

Pressing for at least one (1) second will transmit the Emergency GE-STAR code on the selected channel or a pre-

Hi/Low BUTTON

programmed HOME channel. Pressing for at least one (1)

second selects the transmit power output by togg ling from high-low or low-high. Mus t be pre-pr ogramme d for operation.

Three (3) buttons below the LCD display are used

to control scan operations when used in conjunction with the







button.

Toggles the scan feature on and off.

Used in conjunction with the button to ad d channels to the s can list or increase the channel's priority status.

Home Channel button (if programmed in personality)





Used in conjunction with the button to erase the selected channel from the scan list.

Used to decrease the level during squelch adjus t mode.



DTMF Keypad

Permits operator to make telephone

(KH-600 only)

interconnect calls on radio systems equipped with this option.

The top row of buttons (



pre-programmed telephone interconnect numbers (see

Telephone Interconnect Calls

section).

) provide access to up to three





INDICATORS

The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) indicates the channel n umber. In addit ion there are s even (7) status indicators (flags) which show scan status, Type 99 Tone Decode status, transmit High/Low power status and Channel Guard status.

The LCD backlight ing will turn on anytime a contro l button is pressed. It will r emain on for five (5) seconds after the button is released. If a control button is pressed while the backlight is on, the backlight remains on for another five (5) seconds. Backlighting may be programmed to remain off at all times.

SCN HI S P1 P2 PG CG

Figure 5 - Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

CHANNEL

The selected channel number is displayed in the LCD window. When

data is written into or read from the

radio during PC programming, a P is displayed.

STATUS INDICATORS SCN This status ind ic ator t ur ns on when the

scan function of the radio has been enabled.

S When this indicator is o n, the selec ted

channel is a non-priority scan channel.

P1 When this indicator is o n, the selec ted

channel is a Priority 1 scan channel.

P2 When this indicator is o n, the selec ted

channel is a Priority 2 scan channel.

PG When this indicator is o n, the selec ted

channel is programmed as a paging channel (Type 99 Decode). The indicator will blink when the selected channel is placed in the m onitor mode or upon the reception of a call.

CG When this indicator is on, Channel

Guard is enabled on the selected channel. The indicator will go out when the se lec te d c ha nne l is place d i n the monitor mode.

HI When this indicator is o n, the selec ted

channel is enabled for transmit high power.

TX/CAS LED Red light on steady - transmitter is

active or keye d. Red light b link in g - lo w ba ttery v olt age ,

recharge or replace battery. Green on steady - channel busy

indication, ra dio has detected a carrier on selected channel.

ALERT TONES

Alert tones or "beeps" are sounded when some buttons are pressed and when the operating status of the radio changes. All alert tones m ay be program med to be remain off. The v olum e level of so me a lert tones or "beeps" can be changed by the volume control.

Power-up Self-test

Each time the radio is turned on, it will perform power-up self-test. All display segments will turn on, and after successful completion of the test, the radio will change to the last operating state (channel, etc.) and sound three ( 3) or fo ur (4) beeps . Three (3) be eps sound if the radio is operat ing in the normal (not s can) state. Four (4) beeps will sound if the radio is scanning. The status will be indicated in the LCD. If the radio fails the self-test, no beeps will be sounded.

Carrier Control Timer

This feature, programmable on a per-radio basis, prevents unnecessary channel traffic and radio damage if the transmit timer limit is exceeded. If the programmed ti mer times-out during a tra ns mis s ion, the radio will bee p an d s top tr ans m itt ing. The beeping tone will continue until the operator releases the PTT button. Releasing the PTT button resets the timer.

Channel Busy Lock-out

If channel busy lock-out has been programmed on the selected channel, the transmit function will be inhibited when th e oper ator press the PTT butto n whil e the radio detects a carrier on the channel unless the carrier is modulated with the corresponding Channel Guard tone or code for that selected c hannel. Cha nnel busy lock-out continues to function if Channel Guard decode is disabled with the MONITOR button. The channel-busy feature is programmable on a perchannel basis.

Type 99 Alert Tone

The Type 99 alert tone, indicating a receive Type 99 call, may be enabled or disabled by programming. If the program med tone seq uence is detec ted, the radio will beep until the second paging tone expires. If the alert tones are disabled, no alert tones will be present when a Type 99 call is receive d.

NOTE

The Type 99 alert tones can only be turned off by disabling ALL alert tones.

A.N.I. Alert Tone

If the A.N.I. transmission is programmed to occur before the beginning of the conversation, an optional Automatic Number I dentif icati on (A.N.I.) alert beep can be enabled or disabled by programming. If the alert tone is enabled, a beep will sound after the PTT is pressed to indicate to the operator to begin voice transmission. Some communication systems require a time delay before voice transmission begins. If the alert tone is disabled, no bee p will soun d.

Scan Alert Tone

The radio wil l sound a beep w hen the



button is

pressed.

Priority-One (P1) Scan

If the Priority 1 alert tone is enabled by programming and the radio receives a signal on the Priority 1 channel when scanning, the radio will so und a beep. The P1 alert tone can be disabled without disabling other alert tones.

Radio/Channel Failure

The simultaneous flashing of the LCD display and the sounding of beeps indicates the synthesizer is unable to correctly lock on the selected channel. At this time the radio changes to a mute condition and no audio is heard from the speaker when receiving and the transmit is inhibited if the PTT button is pressed. Select another channel, change the battery pack or have the radio repaired.

OPERATION

RECEIVING A MESSAGE

1. Turn the radio on by rotating the

ON/OFF/VOLUME control clockwise from the "off" detent. After the radio has successfully completed its power-up self-test, it will begin operation at the last operating state (channel, etc.). The operating status of the r adio will be displayed on the LCD. If enabled, the power-up alert tones (three or four beeps) will be sounded.

2. Select the desired operating channel by rotating

the CHANNEL SELECT control until the desired channel number appears on the LCD.

3. When a transmission is received (and the correct

CG/DCG or Type 99 signal is decoded, if programmed and enabled), the receiver will unsquelch and the message will be heard in the speaker.

4. Adjust the volume as necessary by rotating the

ON/OFF/VOLUME control.

NOTE

Pressing the MONITOR button unsquelches the receiver for the first three ( 3) seconds the button is held. All transmissions will be heard, even if Channel Guar d protected. If it is held for mor e than three (3) seconds, the Channel Guard decoder will be toggled on or off ( if pro gram med for th e sel ected channel).

SENDING A MESSAGE

1. Turn the radi o on and select th e desired oper ating

channel as described in

MESSAGE

RECEIVING A

2. Press the MONITOR button to determine if the

channel is in use or observe the TX/CAS LED which shows green if the channel is busy.

Never

interrupt another transmission.

3. Hold the radi o so the antenna is vertica l and press

and hold the PTT button when you are ready to transmit. Speak directly into the grill or across the face of the radio or external microphone. Release

the PTT button when you are finished talking. Messages can not be received and heard whe n the PTT button is pressed.

NOTE

When transmitt ing on a paging c hannel (Type 99, if programmed), the PTT button must be pressed twice. The first press takes the radio out of Selective mode. The second press keys the transmitter for normal transmitter operation.

HOME CHANNEL OPERATION

A Home Channel feature is available if programmed into the personality. This can stand alone or be used in conjunction with Emergency GE-STAR. If Stand Alone Home Channel and Emergency GE-STAR with Home Channel are selected, then the same channel must be selected as the Home Channel.

1. Press and hold the

1-second. The channel number on the LCD will change to identify the Home Channel. Pressing

the considere d inadver tent, and s witch ing to t he H ome Channel will not occ ur.

2. Within 5 seconds press another button to confirm

the Home Channel selection. If another button is not pressed, the KH will revert to the channel

button for less than 1-second will be



button for more than



defined by the Channel Select knob. The KH will remain on the Home Channel until the Channel Select knob is moved to a new position.

TYPE 99 OPERATION

The radio may be programmed to power up in the Selective mod e or in the Monitor mode. If the Se lectiv e mode is programmed and a Type 99 channel is selected at power up, the PG status flag wil l ill uminat e. If the Monitor mode is programmed and a Type 99 channel is selected, the PG status flag will blink.

When the radio is operating in the Selective mode, it operates as a tone and voic e rece iver and on ly thos e calls that are coded for it will be heard.

When the radio is op erati ng in the Monitor mod e, a ll calls (with correct Channel Guard, if programmed) will be heard.

In either mode, when a Type 99 channel has been selected and a valid code is received, a series of alert tones (if programmed) will alert the operator of the incoming call. If the radio is in the Selective mode, it will automatically switch to the Monitor mode after the detection of the second Type 99 tone.

NOTE

If the radio was programmed to power up in the Selective mode, changing positions on the channel select switch will always place a Type 99 programmed channel in the Selective mode. If the radio was programmed to power up in the Monitor mode, changing positions on the channel select switch will always place a Type 99 channel in the Monitor mode.

Type 99 Selective Call Receiving and Sending

1. Select the appropriate channel to receive the Type

99 tone signal.

2. After a Type 99 call is received and the beeps

have sounded, press the PTT button and answer the call. When the communication sequence is completed, press the MONITOR button to reset the radio for the next call.

3. Whe n the radio is reset (Selec tive mode), Ty pe 99

operation can be disabled by pressing and releasing the PTT button. The PG status flag will blink. No transmission occurs. A second press of the PTT button will result in a normal transmission.

4. To return to Type 99 Selective mode, press the

MONITOR button. The PG status flag will be on.

SCAN OPERATION

The radio may be programmed for a front panel selectable Priority 1 (P1) channel, a fixed preprogrammed P1 channel or a selected P1 channel. A scan list mus t b e cr eate d be for e sc an operation c an be used. All non-priority (S) channels and the Priority 2 (P2) channel are added or deleted from the scan list by

using

operator to modify the sc an list by us ing the in conjunction with the

programmed and cannot be changed.

selected by the CHANNEL SELECT control.



A front panel selectable P1 channel permits the

in conjunction with



A fixed P1 channel has already been pre-

A selected P1 channel becomes the channel

Each channe l in the scan list is retained in m emory





and

keys.





button

when the radio is t ur ned off or whe n th e b atter y p ac k is removed.

Starting Or Stopping Scan

Press the The SCN status flag will come on. To turn off the

scanning function, press the status flag will go off.

Receiver Scan Rate

Scan rate will vary depending upon the number of channels on the scan list and whether scanning for Channel Guar d. Fewer channe ls on the s can lis t or n ot scanning for Chan nel Guard will result in a fast er scan rate.



button to turn on the scan function.



button and the SCN

There are three types of Scan condition: simple scan, priority scan and Channel Guard scan.

When Scan function is turned on, the radio will perform a simple scan o n all channels on the scan list plus the channel selected by the CHANNEL SELECT switch although that channel may not be on the scan list. Once activity is detected (and if programmed, the correct Channel Guard is decoded) on a channel, the radio changes the scanni ng mode from sim ple scan to priority sc an. The ch ann el with activ ity will be indic ated

in the LCD d isplay al ong with th e correspon ding stat us flag, S, P1 or P2.

The scan function is now in the priority scan mode and scanning will be determined by the following conditions:

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NON-PRIORITY PROGRAMMED CHANNELS The radio will lock on the channel until activity on the channel ceases. The scanning will resume after a pre-programmed time delay.

PRIORITY 1, NON-PRIORITY PROGRAMMED CHANNELS - If the rece ive channe l is non-pr iority , the radio will sample the Priority 1 channel for activity. Priority 1 channel will continue to be sampled while remaining on the non-priority channel until the carrier ceases and scanning resumes after a pre-programmed delay. Should activity be detected during a sampling of the Priority 1 channel, the radio will switch to the Priority 1 channel and remain there until activity ceases on the Priority 1 channel. Once activity ceases on the Priority 1 channel, scanning will resume after a pre-programmed delay.

If the receive channel is Priority 1, the radio will lock onto this channel for the duration of the activity and no other channels will be scanned. After the activity ceases, scanning will resume after a pre-programmed delay.

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PRIORITY 2, NON-PRIORITY PROGRAMMED CHANNELS - This condition operates similar to the above with the Priority 2 replacing the Priority 1 references.

PRIORITY 1, PRIORITY 2, NON-PRIORITY PROGRAMMED CHANNELS - If the receive channel is non-priority, the radio will sample the Priority 1, return to the non-priority channel, then sample the Priority 2 channel. This sampling will continue until activity ceases on the non-priority channel or activity is detected on either of the Priority channels. If activity is detected on the Priority 2 channel, the radio will lock onto that channel but will continue to sample the Priority 1 channel f or activity. Shou ld activity be detected on the Priori ty 1 cha nnel wh ile l ocked o nto t he Prior ity 2 channel, the radio will switch to the Priority 1 channel and remain there for the duration. After activity ceases, scanning will resume after a preprogrammed delay.

If activity is detected on the Priority 2 channel instead of Priority 1 or a non-priority channel, the radio will s ample the Pr iority 1 channe l for activ ity. The radio will remain locked onto the Priority 2 channel for the duration of the activity unless the sampling of the Priority 1 channel detects activity. If this occurs, the radio will lock onto the Priority 1 channel for the duration of the activity. Scanning will resume after a pre-programmed time delay.

If activity is detected on the Priority 1 channel instead of Priority 2 or a non-priority channel, the radio will lock onto the Priority 1 channel for the duration of the activity. Scanning will resume after a pre-programmed delay.

Adding Channels To Scan List

1. Scan must be off to add channels to the scan list.

If the SCN status flag is on, press the turn scan off.

2. Select the desired channel with the CHANNEL

SELECT control.

3. Press and ho ld the

press the flag appears : S for non-priority, P2 for Priority 2 or P1 for Priority 1.



key until the desired Priority status



button an d then repeat edly

NOTE



button to

Priority 1 can only be selecte d by th e operat or if t he radio is pr ogramm ed for front pa nel selec tabl e sc an option.

4. If a new Priority 1 or Priority 2 channel is selected,

the previously corresponding priority channel will become a non-priority scan channel.

Deleting Channels From Scan List

1. Scan must be off to delete channels from the scan

list. If the SCN status flag is on, press the button to turn scan off.

2. Select the desired channel with the CHANNEL

SELECT control.

3. Press and hold the



scan list.

Priority 1 c an only be delete d by the oper ator if the

button to delete the selec ted channel fro m the



button and then press the

NOTE



radio is programmed for front panel selectable P1 channel option.

Using The Radio With Scan The Selected Channel

The selected channel is the channel in the display when scan is turned on by the



button. The selected channel does not necessarily have to be a channel on the scan list. When a signal is not being received, the radio reverts to this channel for transmitt in g. Whe n a signal is be ing r ec eived, the r ad io can be pre-progra mm ed to either rever t to t his sel ec ted channel or remain on the receive channel for transmissions.

If the radio was pre- pr ogram me d for transm it o n th e selected channel, the selected channel will be displayed on the LCD when the transmitter is keyed.

If the radio was pre- pr ogram me d for transm it o n th e receive channel, the channel will be displayed on the LCD and the transmitter will transmit on that channel providing this is accomplished during the preprogrammed time delay before scanning resumes.

Should the operator change the channel with the CHANNEL SELECT control during scanning, the new

channel will become the selected channel. If the selected channel is changed to a channel not in the scan list, the new c hannel will be temporarily added to the scan list until the selected channel is changed again or scan function is turned off.

Scanning With Channel Guard

Any channel in the scan list can be scanned not only for activity but for correc t Channel Gu ard tones or DCG codewords. The correct tone or codeword will permit scann ing to lock onto that channel w ith activity. If the radio detects activ ity but without th e correct tone or code, the green BUSY LED will light but no audio will be heard from the speaker.

TELEPHONE INTERCONNECT CALLS (KH-600 ONLY)

The operator may make telephone interconnect calls on radio systems equipped for this option. One of three pre-programmed numbers can be selected and dialed automatically using either of the three keys on the top row of the DTMF keypad. The telephone numbers may also be manually dialed using the keypad.

Communication takes place in a simplex mode. In other words, you cannot talk and listen at the same time. You must press and hold the PTT button each time you wish to talk (transmit) and release it when you wish to listen (receive).

Specific procedures for placing a telephone interconnect call from the radio are determined by the radio system and the individual radio programming. Consult your radio dealer for the exact operating procedures necessary for your system and radio.

Pre-programmed Number

1. Select the channel in your radio system that has

telephone interconnect capability using the CHANNEL SELECT control.

2. Press and hold the PTT button and momentarily

press the

3. While still holding the PTT button, momentarily

depress one of the keys ( the desired pre-programmed number.

4. Release the PTT button. The microphone will be

muted and the DTMF tones will be heard in the speaker as the radio sends the selected number.

5. When the called party answers, press the PTT

button each time you wish to speak (transm it) and release it each time you wish to listen (receive).



button to activate the auto-dialer.

, , 

) to select

At the completion of the call, press and hold the PTT button and then press the appropriate DTMF

buttons to se nd t he disconnect ton e( s ) and r e mov e the radio from the telephone interconnect function.

NOTE

Consult with the radio dealer for the procedure to disconnect a telephone interconnect call from the system.

Placing A Manually Dialed Call

1. Select a channel in your radio system that has

telephone interconnect capability by using the CHANNEL SELECT control.

2. Pres s and hold t he PTT button and then press th e

DTMF buttons (as required by the radio system) to originate a telephone interconnect call. The radio will transmit the selected tone.

3. Release the PTT button and listen for a dial tone.

4. Press and hold the PTT button and then dial the

desired telephone number using the numeric keypad. As each number is dialed, th e DTMF tone will be heard in the speaker.

5. Release the PTT button w hen the di al sequenc e is

complete.

6. When the called party answers, press and hold the

PTT button each tim e you wish to spe ak (transmit) and release it each time you wish to listen (receive).

7. At the completion of the call, press and hold the

PTT button and then press either the DTMF buttons (as required by the radio system) to disconnect from the telephone interconnect function.

EMERGENCY OPERATION

If enabled by pre-programming, GE-STAR emergency signaling can be transmitted when the Emergency button is pressed and held f or one s econ d. This Emergency GE-STAR ID can be pr e-program med to be sent on the channel selected by the CHANNEL SELECT c ontrol or a pre-progr ammed Home C hannel. The red TX indicator will light and the radio proceeds to transmit the Emergency GE-STAR ID for the programmed time interval and number of times (1 to 15 or unlimited, pre-programmed). If programmed for unlimited times, the emergency operation will continue until the batter y is dea d or the rad io is turn ed OFF a nd then back ON.

Should the Emergency GE-STAR button be pressed when the radio is in scanning operation, the radio will stop scanning, perform the transmission of the GE-STAR ID emergency signaling and then resume normal operation.

The emergenc y state can be c leared by turning th e radio off and then back on.

BATTERY INFORMATION

CHARGE BEFORE USING

Insert the radio into the slot on the charger and ensure that the ON/OFF/VOLUME control is in the OFF position. Connect charger to a 120 VAC outlet. An optional 230 VAC charger may be needed for international applications. Charge the battery for the first time a t l east 14 hours but no lon ger th an 48 h ours . Over-charging may reduce battery life.

RECHARGING THE BATTERY

Recharge the battery when you experience difficulty in receiving or sending a message. Also the battery may need recharging when the red TX indicator is blinking.

Chargers are available with nominal charge times of one to 14 hours. Combinations include single and multiposition chargers. When charging a battery pack that is attached to a radio, always turn the radio OFF to ensure a full charge. For s pecific ins tructions, ref er the applicable charger Operator's Manual. Charging in non-Ericsson equipment may lead to battery damage and void the battery warranty.

CONDITIONING THE BATTERY

Batteries which have been stored (charged or discharged) will generally not be capable of full capacity until the batteries have been fully cycled two or three times. (Charging the battery in an Ericsson rapid charger and then discharging the battery pack with the radio until low battery is indicated is considered one cycle.)

INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK

1. Ensure the ON/OFF/VOLUME control knob is in

the OFF (detent) position.

2. Align the battery pack tabs with the battery

mounting plate slots on the back of the radio (see Figure 6).

3. Insert the tabs into the slots, push down and slide

the battery to war d t he batt er y latc h unt il the batter y latch clicks into place.

Figure 6 - Installing And Removing The Battery Pack

REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK

1. Ensure the ON/OFF/VOLUME control know is in

the OFF (detent) position.

2. Press the battery release button to release the

battery.

3. Remove the battery pack by sliding it back until it

stops. Then l ift up and a way unti l it separa tes from the radio.

BATTERY CARE & MAINTENANCE

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Your char ger is int ended for indoor use onl y. Keep the charger and/or wal l cube dry . Do Not use in or

near water. Never let the battery contacts touch metal objects

that could short-circuit the contacts. For example, keys or coins in your pocket.

Do Not disassemble a battery. Do Not dispose of a battery in a fire.

Use only the supplied or specified battery and charger.

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BATTERY RECYCLING

state and local laws , it may be illegal to disp ose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal. Call Toll Free 1-800-8-BATTERY for information and/or procedures

Periodically condition your battery for improved battery capacity and performance.

The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable, recyclable battery. At the end of its useful life, under various

for returning rechargeable batteries in your state.

OPERATING TIPS

Antenna location and condition is important when operating a portable radio. Operating the radio in low areas or terrain, und er power lines or brid ges, insid e of a vehicle or in a metal or steel framed building can severely reduce the range of the unit. Mountains and buildings can also reduce the range of the unit.

In areas where transmission or reception is poor, some improvement may be obtained by ensuring that the antenna is vertical. Moving a few yards in another direction or moving to a higher elevation may also improve communications. Vehicular operation can be aided with the use of an externally mounted antenna.

Battery condition is another important factor in the trouble free operation of a portable radio. Always properly charge the batteries.

EFFICIENT RADIO OPERATION

Hold the portable radio approximately three inches from your mouth and speak into the microphone at a normal voice level.

Keep the antenna in a vertical position when receiving or transmitting a message.

Do not hold the ant enna whe n rece iving a mes sage and, especially, do not hold when transmitting a message.

ANTENNA CARE AND REPLACEMENT

Do not use the portable radio with a damaged or missing antenna. A minor burn may result if a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin. Replace a damaged antenna immediately. A missing antenna could damage your portable radio.

Use only the supplied or approved antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications or attachments could damage the radio unit and may violate FCC regulations.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES

RF energy from your portable radio may affect some electronic equipment. Most modern electronic equipment in cars, hospitals, homes, etc. are shielded from RF energy. Howev er, in areas that instruct you to turn off two-way radio equipment, always observe the rules. If in doubt, turn it off.

AIRCRAFT

Always turn off your portable radio before boarding any aircraft.

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Use it on the ground only with crew permission Do not use it in the air

BLASTING AREAS

To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your radio OFF when in a "blasting area" or in areas posted "turn off two-way radio". Remote control RF devices are us ed by s o me construction c rews to s et off explosives .

POTENTIALL Y EX PLO SI VE ATMOS PH ER ES

Areas with potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. These may be fueling areas, such as gas stations, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders.

Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.

Turn OFF your radio when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is ra re, but not impossible that the radio or its accessories could generate sparks.

ACCESSORIES

The following ac cess ories are ava ilabl e for us e with the KH-500/600 radio units:

Antenna, 136-155 MHz, Helical KRE 101 1219/1 Antenna, 150-165 MHz, Helical KRE 101 1219/2 Antenna, 160-174 MHz, Helical KRE 101 1219/3 Antenna, 403-440 MHz, Helical KRE 101 1219/10 Antenna, 440-470 MHz, Helical KRE 101 1219/12 Antenna, 470-512 MHz, Helical KRE 101 1219/13 Antenna, 403-440 MHz, Whip KRE 101 1223/10 Antenna, 440-512 MHz, Whip KRE 101 1223/12 Rechargeable Batt ery Pack

(Extra High Capacity ) Rechargeable Batt ery Pack

(High Capacity) Speaker/Microphone

(Ericss on Label) Earpiece RLD 541 07/11 Rapid Charger, 120/230 VAC

(Ericss on Label) Multi-Rapid Charger, 120/230 VAC

BKB 191 202

BKB 191 203

KRY 101 1617/33

BML 161 51/505

BML 161 51/513

(Ericss on Label)

ACCESSORIES CONTINUED

Compact Rapid Charger, 120/230 VAC

BML 161 74/12

(Ericss on Label) International Pl ug Adapt er Kit

BML 161 74/21

(For use with BML 161 74/12 only) Belt Clip KRY 101 1232/2 Belt Loop with Swivel Mount KRY 101 1609/A1 Leather Case w/Belt Loop KRY 101 1622/1 Leather Case w/ Belt Loop & swivel KRY 101 1622/A2 Shoulder Strap

KRY 101 1607/1

(For Leather Case)

INTRINSICALLY SAFE USAGE

Selected portable radios with appropriate factory installed options are certified as Intrinsically Safe by the Factory Mutual Research Corporation and the Canadian Standards Association. Intrinsically Safe approval through Factory Mutual includes Class I, II, III, Division 1 hazardous locations in the presence of Groups C, D, E, F and G atm ospheres. Non-I ncendive approval includes Class I, Division 2 hazardous locations in the presence of Groups A, B, C and D atmospheres. Approval through the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) includes Class I Groups C and D, Class II Group G Coal Dust; and Class III. CSA approv al also incl udes Class I, D ivision 2 Groups A, B, C and D.

Hazardous locations are defined in the National Electrical Code. Useful standards NFPA 437A and NFPA 437M for the classifications of hazardous areas can be ordered from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

BATTERY PACKS

Only battery packs identified with a green FM/CSA label shall be used with a portable radio that is rated and labeled as Factory Mutual/CSA Intrinsically Safe. Use of nonspecified battery packs voids Factory Mutual/CSA approval. The following battery packs are approved for use in intrinsically safe radios:

BKB 191 202/2 Rechargeable Battery Pack,

Extra High Capacity

BKB 191 203/2 Rechargeable Battery Pack,

High Capacity

ACCESSORIES

Use of accessories other than those listed voids Factory Mutual/CSA approval. The following accessories are for use with intrinsically safe radios:

Speaker/Microphone/Antenna (Ericss on Label)

Earpiece Kit RLD 541 07/11 Antenna, 136-155 MHz, Helical KRE 101 1219/1 Antenna, 150-165 MHz, Helical KRE 101 1219/2 Antenna, 160-174 MHz, Helical KRE 101 1219/3 Antenna, 403-440 MHz, Helical KRE 101 1219/10 Antenna, 440-470 MHz, Helical KRE 101 1219/12 Antenna, 470-512 MHz, Helical KRE 101 1219/13 Antenna, 403-440 MHz, Whip KRE 101 1223/10

KRY 101 1617/31

Antenna, 440-512 MHz, Whip KRE 101 1223/12 Belt Clip KRY 101 1232/2 Belt Loop w/swivel KRY 101 1609/A1 Leather Case w/Belt Loop KRY 101 1622/1 Leather Case w/ Belt Loop & swivel KRY 101 1622/A2 Shoulder Strap

(for leather cas e)

KRY 101 1607/1

GLOSSARY

conventional channel

- a radio channel (transmit/receive) that is allocated for conventional (non-trunked) use and may be manually selected by the operator.

conventional mode - communicating on radio channels allocated

for conventional use.

CCT - Carrier Controlled Timer - a programmable

timer that will disable a transmission if the timer length is exceeded.

CG - Channel Guard - a method of controlling

receiver mute wit h a tone or digital code.

Talk-around mode - also referred to as "direct mode", talk-

around provides a direct unit-to-unit short

Telephone Interconnect

range communications li nk. It is intended t o maintain communications outside of the main system coverage area.

- this f eature allows the user to initi ate or receive telephone calls through the radio if the system is configured for this operation. (Trunked Mode Only)

Channel

TX Freq

Encode

RX Freq

Decode

USE

Number

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

(MHz)

CG/DCG

(MHz)

CG/DCG

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

NOTES

WARRANTY

A Ericsson Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the original purchaser for use (hereinafter "Buyer") that

necessary repaired or replacement parts. Any repaired or replacement part furnished hereunder shall be

defects in or nonconformity of the Equipment, whether the claim is in contract, warranty, tort (including

THE SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR

Equipment manufactured by Seller shall be free from defects in material, workmanship and title, and shall conform to its published specifications. With respect to any Equipment not manufactured by Seller (except for integral parts of Seller's Equipment to which the warranties set forth above shall apply). Seller gives no warranty, and only the warranty, if any, given by the manufacturer shall apply. Batteries are excluded from this warranty but are war ranted under a separate Ni ckel-Cadmium B attery Warranty. B. Sel l er's obli gat i ons set forth in P a ragraph C below shall apply only t o failures to meet the above warranties (except as to title) occurring within the following periods of time from date of sale to the Buyer and are conditioned on Buyer's giving written not i ce t o Seller within t hi rty (30) days of such occurrenc e:

1. for fuses, incande sc ent lamps, vacuum tubes and non- rechargeable batteri es, operable on arrival only.

2. for parts and accessories (except as noted in B.1) sold by Seller's Service Parts Operation, ninety (90) days.

3. for all ot her Equipment of Seller's manufacture, one (1) year. C. If any Equipment fails to meet the foregoing warranties, Seller shall correct the failure at its option (i) by repairing any defective or damaged part or parts thereof, or (ii) by making available at Seller's factory any

warranted for the remainder of the warranty period of the Equipment in which it is installed. Where s uch failure cannot be corrected by Seller's reasonable efforts, the parties will negotiate an equitable adjustment in price. Labor to perform warranty service will be provided at no charge during the warranty period only for the Equipment covered under Paragraph B.3. To be eligible for no-charge labor, service must be performed by an Authorized Service Center or other Servicer approved for these purposes either at its place of business during normal business hours, for mobile or personal equipment, or at the Buyer's location, for fixed location equipment. Service on fixed location equipment more than thirty (30) miles from the Service Center or other approved Servicer's place of busines s will include a charge f or trans port ation. D. Seller's obligations under Paragraph C shall not apply to any Equipment, or part thereof, which (i) has been modified or otherwise altered other than pursuant to Seller's written instructions or written approval or, (ii) is normally consumed in operation or, (iii) has a normal life inherently shorter than the warranty periods specified in Paragraph B, or (iv) is not properly stored, installed, used, maintained or repaired, or, (v) has been subjected to any other kind of m i suse or detrim ental exposure, or has bee n i nvolved in an accident. E. The preceding paragraphs set forth the exclusive remedies for claims (except as to title) based upon

negligence), strict liability or otherwise, and however instituted. Upon the expiration of the warranty period, all such liability shall terminate. The foregoing warranties are exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, whether oral, written, expressed, implied or statutory. NO IMPLIED OR STATUTORY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY. IN NO EVENT SHALL

EXEMPLARY DAMAGES.

This warranty applies only within the Unit ed States.

ECX-886A (1/95)

NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY WARRANTY

A. Ericsson Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the original purchaser for use (hereinafter "Buyer") that nickel-cadmium batteries supplied by Seller shall be free from defects in material and workmanship, and shall conform to its published specifications for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase.

B. For purposes of this warranty, batteries shall be deemed defective if (1) the battery capacity is less than 80% of rated capacity, or (2) the battery develops leakage.

C. If any battery fails to meet the foregoing warranty, Seller shall correct the failure by issuing a replacement battery upon receipt of the defective battery at an Authorized Service Center (ASC). To obtain the name and address of a ASC, ask your salesperson, consult the Yellow Pages, or call the number printed at the bottom of this page.

D. Replacement batteries shall be warranted only for the remaining unexpired warranty period of the original battery. This warranty becomes void if: (1) The battery has been subjected to any kind of misuse, detrimental exposure, or has been involved in an accident.

OPERATOR'S RADIO SETUP

RADIO TYPE:

FREQUENCY BAND:

OPERATOR'S NAME:

EMERGENCY HOME CHANNEL:

HOME CHANNEL:

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

Police State Police Fire Poison Control Ambulance Life Saving and

Rescue Squad

Ericsson Inc.

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