Ericsson LBI-39110 User Manual

Mobile Communications

TM

ALLEGRA

PORTABLE RADIO

DUPLEX

LBI-39110

Operator's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page
IMPORTANT SAFETY

INFORMATION........................................ 4

SAFETY INFORMATION......................... 5

OPERATING PROCEDURES.................. 6

INTRODUCTION...................................... 8

USER INTERFACE.................................. 10

BUTTON.............................................. 10

KEYPAD............................................... 10

Function Portion........................... 10

Numeric Portion........................... 12

Extended Features-1................... 12

Extended Features-2................... 14

DISPLAY.............................................. 14

Status Indicators.......................... 14

ALERT TONES........................................ 15

EDACS APPLICATIONS...................... 15

OPERATION............................................ 17

Copyright© April 1994, Ericsson GE Mobile Communications Inc.

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GENERAL............................................ 17

Turning The Radio

ON/OFF........................................ 17

Volume Adjust.............................. 17

EDACS OPERATION........................... 17

System Selection-

Ramping Names ......................... 17

System Selection­Direct Number

Entry ............................................ 18

Group Selection-

Ramping Names.......................... 18

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED)

Group Selection-

Direct Number Entry..................... 18

Unlocking The Radio.................... 18

Locking The Radio........................ 19

Programmable Flex Keys............. 19

Interconnect Dialing...................... 19

REDIAL Key................................. 19

Individual Call Dialing................... 19

Individual Call Notification............. 20

Storing An Individual Call ID......... 20

Using Special Call Lists................ 20

Storing A Telephone Number

To The Call List............................ 21

Recalling calls from the call list..... 21

Simplex Operation........................ 21

*/System Key usage..................... 21

CLR key Usage & Last Digit

Clear And Display Clear............... 22

1/ALERT Key................................ 22

2/Call Timer.................................. 22

4/EXT MIC.................................... 23

5/SIMPLEX................................... 23

6/MUTE........................................ 23

8/SCAN......................................... 24

9/SCAN ADD/DEL....................... 24

0/SPC .......................................... 24

Pause........................................... 24

PROGRAMMABLE OPTIONS............. 25

Call Time-outs.............................. 25

Emergency................................... 25

Automatic Login........................... 26

Wide Area System Scan............. 26

Supervisory Mode........................ 26

Programmable Audio/Display...... 26

Priority System Scan.................... 26

Group Options.............................. 26

TX Disable-Group Option............. 26

Rx Disable-Group Option............. 26

Control Channel Limits................. 27

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS................... 27

BATTERIES AND RECHARGING........... 27

AVAILABLE OPTIONS............................. 34

FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS....... 35

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Some of the following information may not
apply to your particular product. However, as with
any electrical product, precautions should be
observed during handling and use.

*

Save this manual

safety and operating instructions.

* Before using the product, please follow and

adhere to all warnings, safety and operating
instructions located on the product and in the
user's manual.

future reference

*

*

*
* Care should be taken so that objects do not

expose product to water or moisture.

Do Not

Example: near bathtub, laundry sink, wet
basement, swimming pools, etc.

Do Not

temperatures such as found near a hot
radiator or stove, or in a car parked in the
summer sun.

Do Not

cigarettes, cigars, open flames, etc.
fall or liquids do not spill into the product.

expose product to extreme

expose product to lighted candles,

, it contains important

Save all instructions for

.

*

Do Not

recommended or sold by the manufacturer.
To do so may result in a risk of fire, electric
shock or injury to persons.

* Connect optional AC adapter only to 110

VAC power source as marked on the product.

* Connect the DC power cord only to 12-14

VDC power source as marked on the product.

* To reduce risk of damage to electric cord, pull

by AC adapter rather than cord when
disconnecting unit.

* Make sure the cord is located so that it will

not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise
subjected to damage or stress.

* To reduce risk of electrical shock, unplug unit

from power source before attempting any
cleaning, then use soft cloth dampened only
with water.

*

DANGER

will not fit outlet, have a proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician. Improper connection
can result in risk of an electric shock.

use auxiliary equipment not

- Never alter AC cord or plug. If it

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*Do Not attempt to disassemble the product.
This product does not contain customer
serviceable components.

* Damage Requiring Service - This product

should be serviced by qualified service
personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has

been damaged; or

B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been

spilled into the product; or

C. The product has been exposed to rain

or moisture; or

D. The product does not appear to

operate normally or exhibits a marked
change of performance; or

E. The product has been dropped, or the

cabinet damaged.

* If an outdoor antenna is connected, be sure

the system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surge and
built-up static charges. An outdoor antenna
should be located away from power lines.

SAFETY INFORMATION

The operator of any portable radio should be
aware of certain hazards common to the operation
of vehicular radio transmissions.

A list of possible hazards follows:

1. Explosive Atmospheres

Just as it is dangerous to fuel a vehicle with
the motor running, be sure to turn the radio
off while fueling the vehicle. Do not carry
containers of fuel in the trunk of the vehicle
when the radio is mounted in the trunk.

2. Interference to Vehicular Electronics

Systems

Electronic fuel injection systems, electronic
anti-skid braking systems, etc., are typical of
the type of electronic devices 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 of your vehicle
and enlist his aid in determining if such

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electronic circuits perform normally 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

Off Two Way Radios"

dynamite is being used. When transporting
blasting caps in your vehicle:

. Carry the blasting caps in a closed

a

metal box with a soft lining.

signs posted where

"Turn

5. Liquefied (LP) Gas Powered Vehicles

Portable 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

rotection Association standard

P

requiring that:

The space containing the radio

a.

equipment shall be isolated by a seal
from the space containing the LP gas
container and its fittings.

(NFPA) 58

. Leave the radio

b

blasting caps are being put into or
removed from the vehicle.

whenever the

OFF

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.

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Outside filling connections shall be

b.

used for the LP gas container.
The LP gas container shall be vented

c.

to the outside of the vehicle.

OPERATING PROCEDURES

Two-way FM radio systems must be
operated in accordance with the rules and
regulations of the Federal Communications

Commission (FCC). Operators of two-way radio

e
o

ll

equipment must be thoroughly familiar with the
rules that apply to the intended type of radio
operation. Following these rules helps to eliminate
confusion, assures the most efficient use of
existing radio channels, and results in a smoothly
functioning radio network. When using this
two-way radio remember these rules:

1. It is a violation of FCC rules to interrupt any
distress or emergency message. As the
radio operates in much the same way as a
telephone "party line", always listen to make
sure that the line is clear - that no one else is
on the air - before sending messages. If
someone is sending an emergency message

- such as reporting a fire, or asking for help in
an accident - KEEP OFF THE AIR!
Emergency calls have priority over all other
messages.

2. Use of profane or obscene language is

prohibited by Federal law.

3. It is against the law to send false call letters,

or a false distress or emergency message.

NOTE

The EDACS® trunking environments hav
automatic identification features built in and d

not require the user to identify by means of ca
letters.

4. The FCC requires that conversations be kept
brief and confined to business. To save time,
use coded messages whenever possible.

5. Using a radio to send personal messages
(except in an emergency) is a violation of the
FCC rules. Send only those messages that
are essential for business operation.

6. It is against Federal law to repeat or
otherwise make known anything overheard
on the radio. Conversations between others
sharing a channel must be regarded as
confidential.

7. The FCC requires the operator to transmit
station identification at certain times by
means of call letters. Refer to the FCC rules

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for your station's particular type of operation
for the proper procedure.

8. No changes or adjustments shall be made to
the equipment except by an authorized or
certified electronics technician.

INTRODUCTION

This manual describes how to use the
Allegra Duplex Portable Radio. The Allegra
Duplex is a synthesized, microprocessor-based,
high performance duplex portable FM radio
providing reliable two-way communications in
Enhanced Digital Access Communications System
(EDACS) trunking environments.

Duplex operation is provided in EDACS sys­tems while operating in the Telephone
Interconnect Mode. At all other times, the radio

provides simplex communications, i.e. when
placing group calls in the EDACS environments or
when operating in the conventional mode.

In an EDACS trunked environment the user
selects a communications system and group. In
this mode, channel selection is transparent to the
user and is controlled via digital communication
with the system controller. This provides advanced
programmable features and fast access to
communication channels.

The exact operation of the radio depends on
the operating mode, the radio's programming, and
the particular radio system. Most features
described in this manual may be enabled or
disabled through programming. Consult the
system administrator for the required features to
be programmed into the radio.

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The portable radio has an antenna which
can be unfolded so that it points directly upwards
and, when not in use, can be folded down
completely.

The 20-button keypad, an internal speaker
and a liquid crystal display (LCD) for radio status
information are located on the front of the radio.
Viewed from the radio's front, a Push-To-Talk
(PTT) button is located on the left side .

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The keypad is used for manual number entry
for individual calls, access to a telephone
interconnect system and activation of various
EDACS or conventional features. The keypad is
divided into both a function portion and a numeric
portion as is found on a basic push-button
telephone.

KEYPAD
Function Portion

Two functions button;

1. Momentarily Press.

The display has an eight alphanumeric
character line (upper line) used to show the
operational mode of the radio and has a numeric
character line (middle line) used to show talk time.
Eight status indicators, used to indicate various
operating conditions, such as; function key
pressed, transmitter on, service available, radio in
use, horn alert active, radio locked or transmit
muted, are located below the character lines within
the display.

USER INTERFACE

BUTTON

PUSH–TO–TALK Enables the radio's transmitter.
(PTT) BUTTON

must be held down to

PTT

transmit during simplex opera
tion.

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Terminates any ongoing activity. If
the radio is designated as
supervisory, it drops any ongoing
group call.

2. Press and Hold (approximately
2 seconds).

Applies power to the radio. Press
and hold the ON/END button to turn
the radio on. All status indicators turn
on momentarily and after 2 seconds a
short beep is heard and the message
“---ON---” will be displayed on the
LCD. Press a second time to turn the
radio off. After 2 seconds short beep
is heard and the message “TURN
OFF” will be displayed on the LCD.
When turned off, the radio retains the

last user selections (unless

e
.,
a
h

r

g

programmed for a particular power up
option).

Initiates a call by sending the number
shown in the display, or functions as
the PTT button if no number has
been previously entered.

Clears the last digit entered when
pressed and released. Press and hold
for at least one second to clear the
entire number.

Stores numbers in memory locations.
Activates extended features. The

extended features are labeled above
each associated key on the keypad.

is pressed before the
associated key to enable the
secondary function of that key. The
extended keyboard is available as
long as the FCN icon is displayed

Recalls numbers from memory
locations.

NOTE

When the VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN
button is pressed, the volume setting can b
momentarily displayed on the LCD (e.g
VOL=15) if the radio is not actively receiving
call and the function is enabled throug
programming. If not programmed with a powe
up volume level, the radio retains the last settin
used when the radio was powered off.

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VOLUME UP BUTTON

—

Increases the volume level. 15 is the
maximum level.

VOLUME DOWN BUTTON

Decreases the volume level. 00 is the
minimum level unless programmed
otherwise.

Numeric Portion

DURING A CALL - sends the DTMF
tone for #.

Provides a pause during keypad entry of
the DTMF numbers. This function is
activated, when a first number 0..9 of
the request telephone number was
pressed.

Extended Features - 1

Enters telephone numbers and
activates extended features.

Ramps through the system list and
selects a system.

DURING A CALL - sends the DTMF
(Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency) tone for *.

IN DISPATCH MODE - brings up the
dial tone.

Ramps through the group and channel
list and selects a group or channel .

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Press first then one of the following

keys or buttons.

Key

Function

Comments

ALERT Enables/disables the horn

alert feature. Once to turn
on, again to turn off.

TIME Displays call timer (active if

call is in progress, last call
length if call is not in
progress).

OVERDIAL Enables overdial mode

for placing/storing
dispatch overdial calls.

SYSTEM Changes the ramp

direction for systems or
directly accesses systems.

EXT MIC Toggles between external

and internal microphone.

SIMPLEX Toggles between simplex

only and duplex operation.

MUTE Enables/disables

microphone mute during
duplex operation.

LOCK Locks the radio and

keypad. (Provided code
has been
pre-programmed).

SCAN Enables/disables group

scan operation.

ADD/DEL Adds or deletes groups

from the scan list.

SPC Enters Special Call Mode.

GROUPS/ Changes the ramp
CHANNELS direction for groups or

channels or directly
accesses groups.

A Flex Keys that can be used

in two ways:

B 1) quick dial frequently

called or emergency
numbers,

C 2) extended functions such

as Special Calls, Public
Address, Horn Alert,
Emergency, or Home
System/Group. Each "Flex
Key" can store one
number for a total of three.

RING Set the one of the four ring

volume level. RING MIN,
RING -2-, RING -3-, RING
MAX

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Extended Features - 2

Press and hold first and one of the

following keys twice.

Key

Function

TESTMODE Enters testmode (if

ver group Hold

Comments

enabled).

key to display
current software Group
Version (as

GXX VXX

).

DISPLAY

The radio's display is shown below. The
alphanumeric field is used to display system and
group or channel names and also operational
messages to the user. This line contains eight
14-segment alphanumeric characters. The middle
numeric field displays call time length in minutes
and seconds. The bottom line displays eight status
flags .

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Status Indicators

Eight status indicators show the various
operating characteristics of the radio. Indicators
are displayed to show the current operating status
of the radio.

FCN Indicates an extended function is

currently being selected.

PWR Indicates the transmitter is active.
SERV Indicates the radio is in the range of

a system and the control channel is
available .

Indicates the radio is receiving a
signal on the selected channel or
group.

(IN USE)

A Indicates the radio is configured to

notify the user via an external alarm
that an individual call has been
received.

B Not used.

∆∆

þþ

Indicates the radio’s keypad is
locked.

Mute icon - indicates the radio has
the transmit audio disabled (only

valid during duplex operation).

ALERT TONES

The Allegra Duplex radio generates a set of
unique alert tones to indicate operating status. The
following section identifies and describes the alert
tones used in the Allegra Duplex radio for
Conventional and EDACS applications .

EDACS APPLICATIONS

CALL ORIGINATE ALERT

If programmed, a short tone is
sounded whenever the Push­To-Talk (
the radio has acquired a channel.
This tone indicates the user may
begin communications.

CALL QUEUED

If one short, high pitched tone
sounds after the transmitter is
keyed, this indicates that the system
has placed the request in a queue.
This tone sounds at both the
transmitting unit and the receiving
unit(s), indicating to the user on the
receiving end that they will receive a
call shortly. If the
while in queue, the radio autokeys
(automatically keys) push-to-talk
when a channel becomes available
(see AUTOKEY).

PTT

) button is keyed and

is unkeyed

PTT

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AUTOKEY

SYSTEM BUSY

When the PTT is keyed to place a
call on the system, but the PTT is
released before the channel is
assigned (e.g. a queued call), the
radio automatically keys on the
channel when it gets the
assignment. The radio generates a
long beep and holds the transmitter
keyed for two seconds. Pressing the
PTT button keeps the channel and
sends the message before this two
second time-out has expired.

If you key the PTT bar and hear
three short, medium pitched tones,
this indicates that the receiving
party is already on the system or
the system is busy and its queue is
full. You must rekey later to access
the system.

CALL DENIED

A single low pitch beep sounds
when the PTT switch is keyed and
the request is denied by the system.
This happens if the unit is an invalid
user or if the unit is requesting an
unavailable service.

OUT OF RANGE SYSTEM INOPERATIVE

A single low pitched tone sounds
immediately after the PTT switch is
keyed indicating the radio is out of
range of the repeater. The radio
tries to place the call for a short
period (3 seconds) after the initial
attempt. The radio generates a
second low pitched tone when it
gives up trying to place the call.
The system is off the air or the
radio needs servicing when the
radio is within calling range, and
these tones are heard.

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OPERATION

Volume Adjust
GENERAL
Turning The Radio ON/OFF

The radio is powered ON by pressing and

holding the button. All status indicators turn
on momentarily and after 2 seconds a short beep
will be heard and a message “---ON---” will be
displayed on the LCD. A self diagnostic test is
performed when the radio is first turned on if
enabled through programming. To turn the radio

press and hold the

OFF

2 seconds a short beep will be heard and a
message “TURN OFF” will be displayed on the
LCD. When turned off, the radio retains the last
user selections (unless programmed for a
particular power up option).

Additionally, the

terminate interconnect and individual calls.

button again. After

key is used to

The user can adjust the volume at any time

using the

adjusted while a call is in progress, no audible

beeps are heard. If no call is in progress, a short

beep is heard, in addition to the visual indication, if

enabled. Additionally, the user selected “off-hook”

volume level is saved separately from the user

selected “on-hook” volume level.

and buttons. If the volume is

EDACS OPERATION

System Selection-Ramping Names

The operator can ramp through the

programmed system names list by pressing and

releasing the

If the radio is programmed for a non-split

display then the selected talk group is displayed

when the radio is idling. The first time the

key is pressed the radio displays the selected

system name. This name remains on the display

key.

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for the programmed display time-out period. If the

Group Selection-Ramping Names

is released and then pressed again during
this time the radio ramps to the next system name
in the list.

If the radio is programmed for a split display
then both the selected system and group are
displayed when the radio is idling. The first time

the
next system name in the list.

name list is selectable. It is toggled by pressing
the

key is pressed the radio ramps to the

The ramp direction through the system

key.

System Selection-Direct Number Entry

Direct system selection can be made by
entering (1) the system selection digit(s), (2)

pressing
number is entered, the first system is selected.

, (3) pressing . If an invalid

The desired group is selected by pressing

and releasing
group selection is changed by pressing

then

.

. The ramp direction of the

and

Group Selection-Direct Number Entry

Direct group selection can be made by

entering (1) the group selection digit(s), (2)
pressing

group number is entered, the first group is
selected.

, (3) pressing . If an invalid

Unlocking The Radio

After the portable is locked the user can
unlock the portable by keying in the lock code. If
an incorrect digit is entered simply start over with
the correct code. If the lock code is forgotten,
contact the system operator.

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Locking The Radio

REDIAL Key

The radio can be locked by pressing

followed by
mode calls cannot be originated. This feature is

operational only if a lock code is entered during
radio programming. Lock codes can be 1 to 15
digits long.

. The

icon is displayed. In this

∆∆

Programmable Flex Keys

Flex keys automatically recall and execute

the function stored at that location without further
user intervention. Pressing

-(A)

function.

,

or

(B)

-

followed by

activates the

-(C)

Interconnect Dialing

To place an interconnect call, the user

simply enters the desired number using the digit

keys and presses the

(9-0)

key.

Pressing the key and then the

key, redials the last number dialed.

Individual Call Dialing

To place an individual call, the user enters

the desired

To program the Flex Keys enter the

following key sequence:

1. Enter the desired phone number/

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the

number and presses the

LID

key if the number is

a phone number or the
number is a radio
overdial/ID.

A, B,

associated with this call number.

LID

key.
or C key that is to be

.

PTT

LID

if the

or dispatch

.

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When a Flex Key is PC programmed, it is
locked, thus preventing the user from
re-programming its function.

Individual Call Notification

When an individual call is received the
caller's ID is stored and is displayed for a
programmable time period. After the display time
has expired, the last individual call received is

recallable by pressing the button or entering
Special Call mode. The caller's ID is not saved if
the radio is turned off.

Storing An Individual Call ID

This type of call is dynamically stored to the

call list by following the following steps:

1. Enter the desired individual call ID
then

key.

2. Enter the two digit storage location for
the number (00 to 50). The new
individual call ID is now added to the
call list.

followed by the

The user is alerted to the presence of
missed individual calls via one of two methods.
The default first method is for the radio to display
"C*" as the first two characters in the display. The
alternate method allows the user to PC program
an eight character alphanumeric such as "*MSG*".
In combination with these notification methods, the
personality can be set-up so that the radio beeps
until the user clears the call or toggles the
hookswitch.

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Using Special Call Lists

In the Allegra Duplex Portable, the
difference between a "Call List" and "Special Call
List" is that the Call List consists of user modifiable
phone numbers and radio
similarly to a pre-stored phone list in a cellular
phone. A "Special Call List" is PC programmable
and is not user modifiable.

s. It operates

LID

Storing A Telephone Number To The Call
List

The number of dial locations (10, 20, 30, 40,
or 50) available is set through radio programming.
The maximum number of digits stored in any
location is 14. The user may dynamically add
phone numbers to the call list by following these
steps:

1. Enter the phone number, then ,

call list using the
through the list.

key to scroll forward

Simplex Operation

The user can choose to terminate duplex

operation and still maintain the interconnect call in
progress by pressing

This key sequence toggles between simplex and
duplex operation.

followed by .

followed by

2. Enter the two digit storage location for
the number (00 to 50).

The new phone number is now added to the

call list at the specified location.

.

Recalling calls from the call list

Each pre-stored call number has a
corresponding phone number. To dial the phone
number, select the 2 digit call number and press

. Alternately, the user can scroll through the

*/System Key usage

The
multiple contexts. When pressed while in monitor
mode (i.e. radio is not in a special or interconnect
call) the radio ramps through available systems in

one direction. If

is pressed, system ramping takes place

/System

in the opposite direction. If this key is pressed
after any key other than

returned.

ramp button is used in

/System

followed by

the is

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CLR key Usage - Last Digit Clear And
Display Clear

terminate activity, i.e. clear emergencies (

To clear the last digit entered in the display,
momentarily press . To clear the entire
display, press and hold

second.

For functions without associated icons the
current status is displayed by pressing

followed by the desired function. At that time the
current state is displayed in the radio's character
display. If the state is to be changed, the user must
again press the desired function key at which time
the new state is displayed. Once the user is
satisfied with the selection, let the display expire by

not pressing any keys, or press
that the current activity has ended.

Additionally, if the radio is programmed as a
supervisory radio, the

for at least one

key

to signify

key can be used to

A, B, or C

for 2 seconds), drop calls, etc.

1/ALERT Key

The horn alert option can be
pre-programmed to: 1) generate a 1 second horn
blast, 2) generate three 1/2 second horn blasts, or

3) generate a continuous horn blast when a call is
received. This function is enabled or disabled by

pressing
during the alert tone prevents blowing the horn.
The horn alert remains enabled for subsequent
calls until disabled.

and then . Pressing

PTT

2/Call Timer

The call timer function causes the time
duration for the current interconnect call to be
displayed. Note that the call timer starts when an
interconnect call is initiated. During a conversation
the call timer is displaying on the middle line of
LCD. The time display is automatically removed

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after a preset time-out or can be removed from the

5/SIMPLEX

display by pressing . Call timer can be
refresh by pressing

Time of the last interconnect call will be
displayed.

followed by .

4/EXT MIC (HANDSFREE)

The external mic (Handsfree) option routes

audio to an external Portable or Vehicle Handsfree
unit. To enable the external mic, press
followed by . Toggling this function provides

the user with the capability to have private
conversations or allow other passengers in the
vehicle to participate in the conversation (Vehicular
Option). The character display shows "INT MIC" if
the internal speaker/mic is currently active. To
toggle the state to the external speaker/mic press

key twice while the FCN icon is on. (NOTE:
With an external device connected the Allegra will
always “power-up” with the external unit enabled.)

When operating in the simplex mode, the
MUTE icon follows the state of the transmit audio.
While in simplex mode, PTT must be pressed prior
to speaking. (NOTE: Applicable only in the
interconnect mode.)

6/MUTE

This function enables the user to mute the
transmit audio when operating in the duplex mode.
To disable the microphone so the called party

cannot hear the conversation, press
followed by . MUTE is displayed.

Re-enable the microphone using the same key
press sequence. The call is muted only for the
duration of the current interconnect call.

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8/SCAN

with “S” means the group is “in scan”. To exit,

Scan operation is controlled by this key

sequence (i.e. followed by
Display will read “SCAN ON” or “SCAN OFF”.
(Note: Scan must be off to add/delete groups).

/SCAN

9/SCAN ADD/DELETE

Note: scan must be turned off before editing
the scan list. To edit the scan list, press
followed by . The upper display line will
show “SCAN A/D”. Press

display should change to the current group name.
Press

changed. Then press
scan options. For a trunked system, these options
are “not in scan” and “in scan”. For a conventional
system, the options are “not in scan”, “in scan” a
“priority 2 channel”, or a “priority 1 channel”. The
scan state replaces the first two letters of the group
name. The complete group name means the
group is “not in scan”. A display line beginning

to ramp up to the group to be

again. The

to ramp through the

press the

).

0/SPC

Entering followed by
accesses the Special Call List. This list is a
programmable set of call numbers that the user
can invoke by scrolling to the desired call number
in the alpha-numeric display and then depressing
the

PTT

by pressing
through this list is done by pressing
followed by

programming functions in TQ-3373, for
programming of the Special Call List.) Terminate

Special Call List access by pressing

key.

. Scrolling forward through this list is done

/GROUP

. Scrolling backward

/GROUP

. (See Special PC

Pause

A pause is entered into a stream of DTMF
numbers being dialed via the keypad. The

/SPC

.

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operator enters or . The length of
pause is PC programmable.

PROGRAMMABLE OPTIONS



Special Call time-out

Drops the radio out of special call

mode after a specified period of
operator inactivity.

Call Time

several time-out options to accommodate user
needs. They are summarized below:

-outs

The Allegra Duplex Portable provides



Carrier Control Timer (CCT)

This timer is provided to limit

continuous transmit time (when not in
a duplex mode of operation). A single
value can be selected that applies to
all trunked operation. Each
conventional channel has the option
of enabling or disabling the timer on a
per channel basis.



Voice Scan Lockout Timer

Provides a time limit that disables

group scanning following initiation of
a voice call.



Individual/Interconnect Call time-out

A time-out that drops the radio out of

an individual/interconnect call after a
specified period of time.

Emergency

Any one of the three Flex Keys (A, B, or C)
can be programmed to function as the emergency
button.

If the radio is programmed as a supervisory
radio, it is allowed to clear emergencies from the
system. When the message “EMRGNCY” is

displayed, pressing the
the Emergency button (combination

or C) causes the radio to attempt to clear the
emergency.

button followed by

A, B

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,

Automatic Login

Priority System Scan

The Allegra Duplex Portable supports

Automatic Login for EDACS trunked systems.

Wide Area System Scan

The Allegra Duplex Portable supports Wide
Area Roaming. When scanning, there is a
programmable time interval that determines when
the radio starts scanning the next site.

Supervisory Mode

When a Allegra Duplex Portable is
programmed as supervisory, it is capable of
handling all normal supervisory functions.

Programmable Audio/Display

Each EDACS system has a programmable
option to handle display and audio during
emergency conditions. When an emergency
occurs, the display option can be programmed to
hold the display unchanged until the
pressed or the emergency is cleared. The audio
option, similarly, causes the radio to remain muted
until

is pressed or the emergency is cleared.

PTT

PTT

button is

This option allows the Allegra Duplex
Portable to search for a second operating system
while locked onto the control channel of the
selected system. If a second control channel is
found, the radio switches to that system. The scan
frequency is programmable.

Group Options

Each EDACS trunked system uses a set of
groups. Each set allows for a home Group ID,
Dynamic Regroup/encoding, and Emergency calls.
In addition to each group ID the following options
are supported.

TX Disable-Group Option

This option prevents keying a radio on a
particular group (monitor only).

Rx Disable-Group Option

This option prevents unmuting a radio on a
particular group.

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Control Channel Limits

BATTERIES AND RECHARGING

This option provides for limited scanning of a
frequency set for a control channel. When
programmed, the radio is only capable of scanning
a subset of channels for a control channel. This is
useful in large wide area scanning systems to
speed up the scan process.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

The radio can be cleaned with a damp cloth,
using a mild solution of liquid detergent and water
or with a soft cloth and furniture polish. Never use
an abrasive or a petroleum based solvent cleaner.

BATTERIES
Battery Voltage Indicator

A battery voltage is shown on the

alphanumeric line of the display, when BATT keys
are pressed (

that the battery has a charge of 6.0 Volts. A fully
charged battery will have 6.5 Volts or more. A
battery which is almost empty will have 5.6 Volts or
less.

). “BATT-6,0” means

,

Low Battery Alarm

As a reminder that the attached battery
needs recharging or replacing, an alarm signal
sounds for a short time and the message “LOW
BATT” appears in the display. Additionally, the red
low battery LED indicator located on the top side of
the radio will flash.

If the radio is left on, the low battery alarm
will be repeated several times and, eventually, the
radio will turn itself off.

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If the low battery alarm sounds will a call is
in progress, you should end the call . If the call
continues, the radio will turn itself off after a short
period.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

The batteries are of the Nickel-Cadmium
type. They have a long maintenance-free service
life if properly treated.

*

*
* A battery may explode if disposed of in a

let a battery get into contact with

Never

metal objects that may short-circuit the
battery poles, for example a bunch of
keys in a pocket.

disassemble a battery.

Do Not

fire.

INSERTING AND REMOVING A BATTERY

Standard Battery

Removal:

Insertion:

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Optional High Capacity Battery

Removal:

Grasp and move buttons Lift battery up and away
in direction away from from radio unit.
radio unit.

Insertion:

SLIDE INDICATOR

The battery has a slideable indicator which
you can use to tell an empty battery from a
charged battery. Slide the indicator to the left if the
battery is empty, to the right if the battery is
charged.

If you are uncertain of the state of charge of

a battery, you can attach the battery to the radio. If
the radio does not come on when the

(Power) key is pressed, the battery is probably
empty.

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RECHARGING

Avoid recharging a battery before the low
battery alarm has been issued, unless a Smart
Charging Accessory is used.

push it in. As the connector makes contact,
the arrow-shaped LEDs on the charger’s face
flash yellow.

Charging a Battery Out of the Phone

Never recharge a battery when the ambient
temperature is below 10

°

C or 105°F.

40

°

C or 50°F, or above

Using Rapid Multi-Charger

The charger will not charge if the ambient

°

temperature is below 25
the battery voltage is below 3 V.

1. Plug the AC converter into an AC outlet.

2. Position the converter cable connector so that

it fits in the jack on the end of the charger and

F or above 105°F or if

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1. Locate the end of the battery with
rectangular charging contacts. The contacts
are labeled + and -.

2. If you are charging a Standard battery, lift
the retaining tab in the vertical compartment
to hold the battery in place.

If you are charging a High Capacity battery

in the vertical compartment, leave the tab
down.

3. Place the battery in the vertical compartment
with the rectangular charging contacts down
and the inner surface of the battery toward
the center of the charger.

2. Place the phone in the vertical compartment
with the keypad facing the center of the
charger. When the battery is seated, the
LED shows red to indicate that the battery is
charging.

4. When you remove the battery from the
charger, move the orange slide indicator on
the battery to the plus position as a reminder
that the battery is fully charged.

Charging While the Battery is in the Phone

1. Make sure the retaining tab in the vertical
compartment of the charger is down.

Charging Your Battery

To place Standard or High-capacity
batteries in the horizontal compartment, use the
following procedure.

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1. Locate the end of the battery with round
charging contacts.

1. To remove a Standard battery, press the
battery forward toward the pins and pull up.

2. Orient the battery with its inner surface
down and place the round charging contacts
on the pins in the horizontal compartment.
Press the battery into place. The arrow LED
pointing to the horizontal compartment
should light up.

Removing Battery

Follow these procedures to remove a

Standard or a High-capacity battery from the
horizontal compartment.

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To remove a High-capacity battery, squeeze

and pull back on both of the battery’s side
release buttons and lift up and away from
the charger.

2. When you remove the battery from the
charger, move the orange slide indicator on
the battery to the plus position as a reminder
that the battery is fully charged.

Using the Rapid Travel Charger

1. Connect the charger cable to the bottom of
the radio unit. This will permit the charging

of the standard battery (only) or to power
the radio.

2. Plug the AC Adapter into a 120 VAC wall
outlet.

Using Smart Charging Accessories

1. Use the radio as you normally would, until
the low battery alarm has been issued.

2. Allow the radio to remain on until it turns
itself off.

3. Charge the battery using either the desk-top
charger or a Smart Charging Accessory.

Some accessories supply power that the
radio controls to charge the battery. Most batteries
can be charged in under 2 hours. When charging
has been completed, or the phone is off, the power
is reduced. The phone may remain connected to
the accessory for as long as you wish.

If the battery has not been used for several
months, connect the radio to the accessory for a
few minutes before turning on the radio.

Restoring Battery Capacity

If you often recharge a battery before the
low battery alarm has been issued, the battery’s
ability to accept charge will be impaired. This will
result in less and less operating time between
recharges. To restore the battery, perform the
following:

After discharging and recharging the battery
this way, it can be used for a longer period before
the next recharge is required. To get the longest
period between charges, repeat this procedure 3
or 4 times.

Also if battery has not been used for several
months, it may require 3 or 4 charge-discharge
cycles to return to full capacity.

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AVAILABLE OPTIONS

DYCH5DF AC Rapid Travel-Charger

The following equipment options are
available for the Allegra Duplex Portable. Refer to
your radio supplier for ordering information.

OPTION

DYPA5Z 900 mAh Standard Battery
DYPA7A 1400 mAh High Capacity Battery
DYCH5B AC Rapid Multi-Charger for Slimline,

DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER

Standard & High Capacity Batteries

DYCF1F Power Adapter Plus, allows the

Allegra to be powered through a
vehicle cigarette lighter receptacle
and/or re-charges a standard or
slimline battery.

DYMN7A Vehicle Handsfree Install Package.

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FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS

MEMORY LOCATION NAME TELEPHONE NUMBER

01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24

35

25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50

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NOTES:

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NOTES:

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WARRANTY

r

,

.

A. Ericsson GE Mobile Communications Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the original 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 Equipment not manufactured by
Seller (except for integral parts of Seller's Equipment to which the warranties set f orth 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 t o m eet 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, o
(ii) by making available at Seller's factory any necessary repaired or replacement parts. Any repaired or replacement part furnished thereunder 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 change 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 General Electric Service Station or other Services 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 equipm ent. Service on fixed location equipment more than thirty (30) miles from the Service
Station or other approved Service’s place of business will include a charge for transportation. Equipment located off-shore is not eligible for no-charge labor.

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 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 FOR PARTICULAR PURPO SE SHALL APPLY. IN NO EVENT SH ALL THE SELL ER BE LIABL E
FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES.

This warranty applies only within the United States.

ECX-362R

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