Ericsson KRD 103 117/1, KRD 103 117/3 Operator's Manual

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Operator’s Manual

Two-Way FM Transceiver

KRD 103 117/1 KRD 103 117/3

ERICSSONZ

L/O

SCAN

NOTE!

Repairs to this equipment should be made only by an authorized service technician or facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs, alterations or substitution of recommende d parts made by the user to thi s equipm ent not approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipmen t in additio n to the manufact urer’s warranty.

This manual is published by changes to this manual necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current informatio n, or impro vem ents t o pro gram s and/ or equ ipm ent, may be mad e by

, at any time and without n otice. Such cha nges will be incor porate d int o ne w edit ions o f

Inc.

this manual. No par t of this manu al may be reprod uced or tr ansmitte d in any fo rm or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose, without the express written permission of

Ericsson In c.

Ericsson Inc.

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, without an y warranty. Improv ements and

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Table of Contents

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Controls & Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Congratulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Chargin g the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Attaching/Removing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Installing the Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Attaching the Belt Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

LCD Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Transmit/Receive Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Applying Power and Setting the Volume . . . . . . . 12

Receive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Channel Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Dual Watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Create a Channel Scan List

with Channel Lock Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Drop Out Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Transmit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Transmit During Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Transmit Time Out Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Battery Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Function Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Optional Accessories &

Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Technical Support and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Nickel Cadmium Battery Warranty . . . . . . . . . . 17

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Through the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970, the United States Department of Labor has established an electromagnetic safety standard which app lies to the us e of two-way radio equipmen t. The proper use o f this transcei ver will resul t in exposure below the OSHA limit.

The following precautions shall be observed:

DO NOT

operate the transceiver of any radio equipment with the antenna touching, or close to, the eyes, face, or exposed body parts.

DO NOT

operate the tr ans mitter o f any radio equi pmen t unless all the Radio Frequency (RF) connectors are secure and any op en connectors ar e properly terminat ed.

DO NOT

operate the tr ans mitter o f any radio equi pmen t near electrical blasting caps or in an explosive environment.

DO NOT

let children operate any transmitter-equipped

radio equipment.

Have your radio equipment installed and serviced by a qualified technician.

Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack Warning

This radio contains a Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack. Cadmium is a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer. The Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack contained in this radio may explode if disposed of in a fire.

Do not

Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack.

Do not

Battery Pack except with the recommended chargers.

Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery Packs Must Be Recycled or Disposed of Properly!

Residents of Minnesota should contact 1-800-8BATTERY for information concerning reclamation and disposal of Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery Packs. Residents outside of Minnesota should contact their local authorities for information concerning reclamation and disposal of Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery Packs.

Caution:

Ericsson I nc. does not repres ent this radio to be waterproof. Do not use the radio in damp or high-moisture environments.

short circuit this

charge this Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium

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CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS

POWER Button

POWER

Monitor Key

Antenna

Connector

Transmit Indicator

Channel Up/Down

Keys

SCAN

Scan Key

External

Mic/Speaker

Jacks

Volume

Keys

L/O

SCAN

MON

L/O

LockoutKey

Lockout Key

Built-In Speaker/

Microphone

PTT

(Push-to-Talk)

(Press-to-Talk)

Key

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Introduction

Congratulations

You now own the best value in portab le radios, a profession al communicatio ns radio . The

give you consistent, outstanding performance in

117/3

virtually all conditions and situations.

KRD 103 117/1

and

KRD 103

Your Transceiver offers many special features. Read this Operator’s Manual comple tely to be sure you are gett ing t he most from the radio.

KRD 103 117/1

KRD 103 117/3

Two-Way FM

Description

The

KRD 103 117/1

portable Two-Way FM Transceivers. They are microprocessor-controlled, frequency-synthesized, and programmab le. The y are l ightw eight, rugge d, and f it easil y in your hand.

The

KRD 103 117/1

with a maximum RF power output rating of 5 watts. The

KRD 103 117/3

with a maximum RF power output rating of 4 watts.

and

KRD 103 117/3

operates in the 146 to 174 MHz range

operates in the 43 8 to 47 0 MHz ra nges

are 16-Channel

Service

If your ra dio does not work proper ly, take it t o a dealer for servicing. These radios contain no user serviceable parts. Unauthorized adjustments will void the warranty and may cause illegal radio operation. Make sure that a qualified technician services your radio equipment. When servicing these radios, use only factory authorized replacement parts.

Features

Scan Mode

temporarily

External Speaker/Microphone Jacks

optional spea ker or microphone for improved op eration in special situ ations.

Channel/Function LCD Channel Monitor Switch Battery Low Indicator User-Programmable Channe l Scan Li st TX/Busy LED

—Monitors all Channels. (You can

lock out

selected Channels.)

—Allows use of an

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Program Selectable (Dealer Programmable): The Channel frequencies and options (such as Tone-Coded

Channels and Pri ority Chann el) have been pre-program med into your radio by your dealer . Check with your dealer for the specific features in your r adio.

Scan Dropout Delay Transmitter Time Out Timer Battery Save Busy Channel Lockout Function Beep CTCSS/DCS/2-Tone Receive/T ran smit Code s TX Power High/Low

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Unpacking

The following should be inclu ded with your two- way radio:

Transceiver Unit Antenna Belt Clip Operator’s Manual (AE/LZT 123 1883) Nickel-Cadmium Rechargeable

Battery Pack (BKB 191 207/1)

If any of these items are missing f rom the box, contact your dealer for help.

FCC Licensing Before you transmit with your radio, yo u mu st have the proper license issued by the Federal Communications Commissio n (FCC). Your dealer can tell you what is required, and can help you with all your future communication needs.

Features, specifications, and availability of optional accessori es are all subject to change witho ut notice.

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Getting Started

Before you can use your radio, you must install and charge the batter y an d in stall the antenna as follows.

Charging the Battery

Your radio is powered by a specially-designed, nickel-ca dmium battery. You should fully charge the batter y before operating the radio. Only use the following charger.

Model BML 161 60/1 Desktop Rapid Charger

Follow the charging instructions that come with the charger. Also, be sure to observe the following warning/safety information for nickel-cadmium batteries (on page 4 of this Operator’s Manual).

Attaching/Removing the Battery

To attach the battery to the radio, align the slots in the battery with the hooks on the radio as shown. Then, slide the battery toward the top of the radi o un til it locks into plac e.

To remove the batt ery fr om the radio, push the battery release lever toward the front of the radio and slid e th e battery toward the bottom of the radio.

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Installing the Antenna

To install the antenna, align it with the antenna connector on the top of the radio and turn it clockwise until it seats snugly against the radio.

Attaching the Belt Clip

Attach the supp lied belt clip as shown.

POWER

MIC SP

uniden

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Operation

LCD Display

The liquid crystal display (

) has several ind icators

LCD

that show the cu rren t op era ting mode. The two digits show the current selected channel. The smaller displ ays show which features ar e en ab led.

CALL SCAN PRI

VOX

LOW BAT

DEL

DTMF

CALL PRI VOX SCAN DEL LO BATT

Call Received with CTCSS/DCS/2-Tone Codi ng Priority Channel Voice-Operated Switch activated Scanning in operation Channel removed from Scan List Blinks when the Battery Powe r is low

Transmit/Receive Indicator

The Transmit/Receive Indicator shows different colors depending upon the operation:

Transmit:

Steady RED

Transmit Indicator

SCAN

L/O

Channel Busy: 2-Tone-Coded Signal: Monitor ON:

Blinking RED Blinking ORANGE Steady ORANGE for 4 seconds

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Applying Power and Setting the Volume

1. Turn the radio on by

pressing the POWER

out

position.

button to the

The display lights and shows the last-selected Channel numb er.

Note: To turn the radio off, release the POWER button to

the

2. Press the Channel Up or

Channel down ke y (

) to display the de sired

Channel numb er.

Note: I f you press and hol d either key, the ra dio changes

Channels rapidly.

3. Press the Monitor Key

(

Adjust the speaker volume to a comfortable level by pressing the Volume Up

) or Volume Down

(

) Key

(

Note: If you hold down either of the keys, the volume

steps rapidly in the selected direction.

5. Press

again.

MON

Monitor Key

Volume

Keys

Note: While Monitor is ON, your radio may detect (on the

selected channel) transmissions from stations

outside your own system, as well as

transmis si ons within yo ur sy stem.

Receive

1. When a call is received, the

Transmit/Re ce iv e Indicator blinks RED. If the sign al is coded with CTCSS, DCS, or 2-Tone Code, the CALL indicator appears on th e LCD.

CALL

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Channel Scan

In the scan mode, the radio alternately monitors each Channel until it receives a call. You can scan all Channels, or you can temporarily lock out individual Channels from scanning as desired.

to begin

1. Press

scanning. The SCAN indicator begi ns to fl as h.

2. The radio stops on any Channel that receives a call, and

you hear the caller. When the transmis sion stops, the radio resumes scanning after a brief delay.

SCAN

3. To disable scanning, press

Dual Watch

If your radio has been programmed with a Priority Channel, the radio will sample the Priority Channel between any other receiving Channel during Scan Mode. This is usually the Channel you use for most of your communications.

During scan the PRI indicator will flash whenever the Priority Channel is being monitored.

PRI

SCAN

Create a Channel Scan List with Channel Lock Out

Deleting channels (from the channel scan list) increases the scanning speed.

Use desired chan ne l an d press

blinks, and the DEL indicator appears.

. The locked-ou t ch annel

to select the

DEL

To remove the lock-out condition from a channel, manually select the ch an ne l and press

Drop Out Delay

While scanning, the radio stops at a busy channel and receives a transmi ssion. Wh en the rece ived call is over, it resumes scan ni ng af t er a short delay (progr am ma bl e).

Transmit

1. Use

2. Before you transmit, press

the channel. Also check the Transmit/Receive Indicator. If it is bl inking RE D, the Chan nel is lo cked out, an d you cannot transmit.

again.

to select the d es ired channel.

and listen for activity on

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3. When the channel is clear, press the PTT switch to

transmit. The TX LED lights RED when you transmit. Hold the radio with the microphone approximately two inches in front of y our mo uth with th e antenn a at appr oxim ately a 45-degree angle awa y from your head. Speak in a clear, normal, conversational voice.

4. When you are through speaking, release the PTT switch

and listen for an a ns wer.

Transmit During Scan

Depending on how your radio is programmed, you will transmit on a particular Channe l during the scan function.

TALK BACK HOME CH TRANSMIT ON Enabled Disabled Current Channel Disabled Enabled Home Channel Enabled Enabled Home Channel

or Current Channel

Note: If both conditions are programmed, the radio will

transmit on the Current Channel during

Drop Out Delay, and on the Home Channel

during scanning.

Transmit Time Out Timer

Continuous transmission time is limited. When you transmit longer than the preset time, you hear a beep from the speaker, and the radio automatically returns to receive mode. When you release the PTT button, the Time Out Timer is reset.

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Special Features

Battery Save

In Battery Save or “sleep” mode, the radio receives only when it detects an RF carrier. This helps reduce battery power consumption.

Function Tone

Every time y ou press an y key other t han PTT or POWER, you will hear an alert tone.

Optional Accessories & Replacement Parts

The following Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts are availabl e fro m yo ur dealer.

Rechargeable Battery Pack (BKB 191 207/1 ) Battery Charger:

Desktop Rapid Charger (BML 16 1 60 /1 )

External Microphone with Speaker (KRY 101 1641/1) Programming Cable (RPM 113 2482/1) Operator’s Manual (AE/LZT 123 1883) VHF Antenna (KRE 101 1502/1 or KRE 101 1502/2)

See your dealer for exact model

UHF Antenna (KRE 101 1502/11)

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Technical Support and Service

Your dealer can provide you with technical assistance and information. If your radio does not perform properly, take it to a dealer for servicing. The radio contains no user-serviceable parts. Unauthorized adjustment will void the warranty and may cause illegal radio operation. Be sure that a qualified technician services your radio equipment. When servicing the radio, use only factory-authorized replacement pa rts .

Specifications

Power . . . . Rechargeable Battery Pack (BKB 191 207/1)

Temperature Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 30°C to +60°C

Operating Frequencies

KRD 103 117/1 KRD 103 117/3

Nominal Dimensions

(with Battery) . . . . . . . . . 2.36" (W) x 1.77" (D) x 5.55" (H)

Weight (with Battery) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.08 lbs

Duty Cycle . . . . . . 5, 5, 90 (TX, RX, STDBY)–8Hr Typical

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 MHz to 174 MHz

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 438 MHz to 470 MHz

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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 an 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.

(2) The battery is used in equipment or service other than the radio

equipment for which it is specified.

E. The preceding paragraphs set forth the exclusive remedies for claims

(except as to title) based upon defects in or non-conformity of any battery, whether the claim is in contract, warranty, tort (including 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 PURP OSE SHALL AP PLY. IN NO EV ENT SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES.

This warranty applies only within the United States.

1-800-528-7711 (Outside USA, 804-528-7711)

ECX-841C

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WARRANTY

A. Ericsson Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the origi nal purchaser for

use (hereinafter "Buyer") that 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 Equi pment 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 warranted under a separate Nickel-Cadmium Battery Warranty.

B. Seller’s obligations set forth in Paragraph C below shall apply only to

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 notice to Seller within thirty (30) days of such occurrence:

1. for fuses, incandescent lamps, vacuum tubes and non-rechargeable batteries, 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 other 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 necessary repaired or replacement parts. Any repaired or replacement part furnished hereunder shall be warranted for the remainder of the warranty period of the Equipment in which it is installed. Where such 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 only for the Equipment covered under Paragraph B.3, and only during the first three (3) months following the date of sale to the Buyer. Thereafter, labor will be charged at prevailing rates. 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 busi ness 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 business will include a charge for transportation.

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 i n operati on or, (ii i) 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 misuse or detrimental exposure, or has been involved in an accident.

E. The preceding paragraphs set forth the exclusive remedies for claims

(except as to title) based upon defects in or nonconformity of the Equipment, whether the claim is in contract, warranty, tort (including 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 F OR PARTI CUL AR PU RPO SE SHAL L APPLY . IN NO EVENT SHALL THE SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES.

This warranty applies only within the United States.

1-800-528-7711 (Outside USA, 804-528-7711)

ECX-362S

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Police State Police Fire Poison Control Ambulance Life Saving and

Rescue Squad

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

Ericsson Inc.

Private Radio Systems Lynchburg ,Virginia 24502 1-800-528-7711 AE/LZT 12 3 1883RIA (Outside USA, 804-528-7711) Printed in the Philippines

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