Ericsson KME-200 Operator's Manual
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KME-200
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Copyright © December 1998, Ericsson Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION..........................................................4
SAFE DRIVING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USERS OF MOBILE
RADIOS RECOMMENDED BY AAA..............................................5
OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS.............................5
OPERATING TIPS.......................................................................... 6
INTRODUCTION.......................................................................7
CONTROLS....................................................................................9
DISPLAY....................................................................................... 11
KME- Display..........................................................................11
STATUS INDICATORS ................................................................12
TX/RX INDICATOR ......................................................................13
ALERT TONES.............................................................................14
BASIC OPERATION...............................................................14
TURNING THE RADIO ON ..........................................................14
SELECTING OR CHANGING CHANNELS..................................15
CHANGING SYSTEMS ................................................................ 15
RECEIVING A CALL..................................................................... 15
TRANSMITTING A BASIC CALL.................................................. 16
CHANNEL GUARD.......................................................................16
To Disable Channel Guard (Decode):....................................16
To Enable Channel Guard:.....................................................18
RADIO MENU OPERATION.........................................................18
SCAN OPERATION...................................................................... 20
SCAN ON/OFF....................................................................... 20
To Add Channels To The Scan List ....................................... 21
To Remove Channels From The Scan List............................22
PHONE CALLS (DTMF) ............................................................... 23
Initiating A Phone Call From Memory..................................... 23
Initiating A Phone Call From The DTMF Microphone............. 25
EMERGENCY OPERATION......................................................... 26
Receiving A Call.....................................................................27
Transmitting A Call.................................................................28
Receiving An Emergency Call................................................29
Transmitting An Emergency Call............................................29
TYPE 99 OPERATION ................................................................. 30
Receiving An Individual, Group or Supergroup Call...............30
Transmitting A Status Message ............................................. 32
Emergency Transmissions..................................................... 34
Base Station Calls..................................................................34
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SAFETY INFORMATION
The operator of any mobile radio should be aware of certain hazards
comEMER to the operation of vehicular radio transmissions. A list of
several possible hazards is given:
1. Explosive Atmospheres - Just as it is dangerous to fuel a vehicle
with the motor running, similar hazards exist when operating a
mobile radio. Be sure to turn the radio off while fueling a vehicle.
Do not carry containers of fuel in the trunk of a vehicle if the radio
is mounted in the trunk
2. Interference to Vehicular Electronics Systems - Electronic fuel
injection systems, electronic anti-skid braking systems, electronic
cruise control systems, etc., are typical electronic systems that may
malfunction due to the lack of protection from radio frequency
energy present when transmitting. If the vehicle contains such
equipment, consult the dealer and enlist their aid in determining the
expected performance of electronic circuits when the radio is
transmitting.
3. Dynamite Blasting Caps - Dynamite blasting caps may be caused
to explode by operating a radio within 500 feet of the blasting caps.
Always obey the "Turn Of f Tw o-Way Radios" signs posted where
dynamite is being used.
When transporting blasting caps in your vehicle:
a. Carry the blasting caps in a closed metal box with a soft
lining.
b. Leave the radio OFF whenever the blasting caps are
being put into or removed from the vehicle.
4. Radio Frequency Energy - To prevent burns or related physical
injury from radio frequency energy, do not operate the transmitter
when anyone outside of the vehicle is within two feet of the antenna.
5. Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Gas Powered Vehicles - Mobile radio
installations in vehicles powered by liquefied petroleum gas with the
LP gas container in the trunk or other sealed-off space within the
interior of the vehicle must conform to the National Fire Protection
Association standard (NFPA) 58 requiring:
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• The space containing the radio equipment shall be isolated by a seal
from the space containing the LP gas container and its fittings.
• Outside filling connections shall be used for the LP gas container.
• The LP gas container shall be vented to the outside of the vehicle.
SAFE DRIVING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
USERS OF MOBILE RADIOS RECOMMENDED
BY AAA
• Read the literature on the safe operation of the radio.
• Keep both hands on the steering wheel and the microphone in its
hanger whenever the vehicle is in motion.
• Place calls only when vehicle is stopped.
• When talking from a moving vehicle is unavoidable, drive in the
slower lane. Keep conversations brief.
• If a conversation requires taking notes or complex thought, stop the
vehicle in a safe place and continue the call.
• Whenever using a mobile radio exercise caution.
OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS
Two-way FM radio systems must be operated in accordance with the
rules and regulations of the local, regional or national government
In the United States, the KME radio must be operated in accordance
with the rules and regulations of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC). As an operator of two-way radio equipment, you
must be thoroughly familiar with the rules that apply to your particular
type of radio operation. Following these rules helps eliminate confusion,
assures the most efficient use of the existing radio channels, and results
in a smoothly functioning radio network. When using your two-way
radio, remember these rules:
1. It is a violation of FCC rules to interrupt any distress or emergency
message. As your radio operates in much the same way as a
telephone "party line", always listen to make sure that the channel
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is clear before transmitting. Emergency calls have priority over all
other messages. If someone is sending an emergency message - such
as reporting a fire or asking for help in an accident - KEEP OFF
THE AIR!
2. The use of profane or obscene language is prohibited by Federal
law.
3. It is against the law to send false call letters or false distress or
emergency messages. The FCC requires that you keep conversations
brief and confine them to business. To save time, use coded
messages whenever possible.
4. Using your radio to send personal messages (except in an
emergency) is a violation of FCC rules. You may send only those
messages that are essential for the operation of your business.
5. It is against Federal law to repeat or otherwise make known anything
you overhear on your radio. Conversations between others sharing
your channel must be regarded as confidential.
6. The FCC requires that you identify yourself at certain specific times
by means of your call letters. Refer to the rules that apply to your
particular type of operation for the proper procedure.
7. No changes or adjustments shall be made to the equipment except by
an authorized or certified electronic technician.
IMPORTANT
Under U.S. law, operation of an unlicensed radio transmitter within
the jurisdiction of the United States may be punishable by a fine of up
to $10,000, imprisonment for up to two years, or both.
OPERATING TIPS
The following conditions tend to reduce the effective range of two-way
radios and should be avoided whenever possible:
• Operating the radio in areas of low terrain, or while under power
lines or bridges.
• Obstructions such as mountains and buildings.
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In areas where transmission or reception is poor, some improvement
may be obtained by insuring that the antenna is vertical. Moving a few
yards in another direction or moving to a higher elevation may also
improve communication.
INTRODUCTION
This manual describes the operation for the Ericsson KME- Mobile
radio. The KME radio is a high performance FM mobile radio providing
reliable two-way communication in a Trunked radio system
The KME- radio can be programmed with multiple systems or a single
system and up to 128 channels. The KME- radio includes a 14-segment,
eight character, alphanumeric display.
The KME- can be programmed with a single system and up to 16
channels. The KME- radio includes a 7-segment, five character numeric
display.
The KME- radio can be programmed to operate with any of the
following Trunked radio system platforms:
q
DTMF
q
Channel Guard
q
Type 99
The KME- is a versatile radio designed to meet almost all Conventional
applications. The KME radio is available in numerous splits in the VHF
and UHF bands. Both the 20 watt and the 40 watt units, can be
programmed for low or high power on a per channel basis. The
following table provides a complete list of the KME- radios model
numbers.
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Table 1 – KME- Radio Model Numbers
KME-
Description
Radio Model #
KRD 103 143/1 136-156 MHz, 20 W
KRD 103 143/2 150.8-174 MHz, 20 W
KRD 103 143/3 403-440 MHz, 20 W
KRD 103 143/4 440-470 MHz, 20 W
KRD 103 143/5 470-512 MHz, 20 W
KRD 103 143/6 136-156 MHz, 40 W
KRD 103 143/7 150.8-174 MHz, 40 W
KRD 103 143/8 403-440 MHz, 40 W
KRD 103 143/9 440-470 MHz, 40 W
KRD 103 143/10 470-512 MHz, 40 W
KRD 103 143/21 806-825, 851-869 MHz, 25 W
KRD 103 143/31 896-902, 935-941 MHz, 25 W
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ON/OFF/VOLUME
MONITOR/CLEAR TX/RX INDICATOR
CHANNEL
SELECTOR
SP1SCAN P2 CGPG
SCAN
INCREMENT/
SCAN ADD
DECREMENT/
SCAN
ON/OFF
MICROPHONE
M
ACCESS RADIO
MENU
Figure 1 – KME- Radio Front View
CONTROLS
All the controls for the KME- mobile radio are located on the front of
the control unit and described below:
ON/OFF Volume Knob
This knob powers the radio ON/OFF and controls the
volume level of the received audio at the speaker. Rotate
the knob counterclockwise to turn the volume down.
Rotate the knob clockwise to turn the volume up. Rotate
the knob counterclockwise until it clicks and then stops,
to turn the radio OFF. When the knob is in the OFF
position, rotate the knob clockwise until the knob clicks
to turn the radio ON.
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System/Group Channel Knob
This rotary knob is used to select the systems or
groups/channels, depending upon programming. This 16
position knob has no stop. See System/Group
Channel Selection for more details.
Increment/Scan Add Button
This button used in conjunction with the SCAN button
to add channels to the scan list. This button is also used
to increment to the next item in the menu.
Decrement/Scan Delete Button
This button is used in conjunction with the SCAN
button to remove channels from the scan list. This
button is also used to decrement to the previous item in
the radio menu.
Scan On/Off Button
This button is used toggle the scan operation on and off.
In conjunction with the + and – buttons, this button is
also used to add the selected channel to the scan list and
remove the selected channel from the scan list.
EMER Button
This button has two functions:
1. Press and hold the button for at least 1 second to unsquelch the
receiver and allow the user to hear all transmissions on the channel.
All decoders are defeated when the button is pressed. This allows
the user to check the setting of the volume control and to Monitor
the channel before transmitting.
2. Press and release the button (less than 1 second), to enable and
disable decode Channel Guard. At the same time, the selective
signaling state (Type 99, Enhanced and Multi-tone) toggles between
Monitor mode and selective mode.
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M Button
This button provides access to the KME- menu. The
KME- menu allows the user to change radio operating
parameters, select preprogrammed calls from a list, etc.
DISPLAY
EIGHT CHARACTER ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY
Selective Signaling
F
KME- Display
SP1SCANP2CGPG
Scan
Channel
Scan
ON/OFF
Priority 1
Channel
Priority 2
Channel
Channel Guard
ON/OFF
ON/OF
Figure 2 - KME- Display
The KME- includes an eight character 14-segment display and six status
icons. The eight character first line is used to display the selected
channel, menu items and miscellaneous operating conditions. When the
radio is programmed a personality or computer file is downloaded into
the radio. The personality defines how the radio will operate and is used
to tailor the operation of the radio for each application. Since the KME
radio clearly displays alphanumeric characters, an eight character name
can be created for each of the following items:
q
Systems
q
Channels
q
Individual Calls
q
Group Calls
The KME- radio displays the selected channel
by displaying the selected channel name as
defined in the personality. For example, this is
what will appear in the display if the name for
channel 4 is defined in the personality as
“Police 1”.
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