Ericsson NPC-50 User Manual

Operator’s Manual

Portable Radio Unit NPC-50

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NOTICE!

This manual covers Ericsson and General Electric products manufactured and sold by Ericsson Inc.

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 recommended parts made by the user to this equipment not approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment in addition to the manufacturer’s warranty.

NOTE

The software contained in this device is copyrighted. Unpublished rights are reserved under the copyright laws of the United States.

This manual is published b y Ericsson Inc., without any warranty. Improvemen ts and changes to this manual ne cessitated by typographical errors, inaccuraciees of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by Ericsson Inc., at any time and without notice. Such cha nges will be incorpora ted into new editions of this manual. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopy ing and rec ording, for any purpos e, without the expressed written permission of Ericsson Inc.

TABL E OF CONTENTS

GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT USAGE OF YOUR

RADIO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS . 4

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

AVAILABLE CHANNEL FREQUENCIES . . 5

UNPACKING YOUR RADIO . . . . . . . . . . 5

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . 6

FCC LICENSING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

GETTING YOUR RADIO READY TO USE . 7

Setting The RF Frequency . . . . . . 8

Opening The Battery Compartment . . 8

Attaching The Belt Clip . . . . . . . 12

Mounting The Antenna . . . . . . . 12

Installing Battery Pack . . . . . . . . 13

USING THE RADIO . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

CHARGING THE BATTERY . . . . . . . . 14

TRANSMITTING AND RECEIVING . . . . 14

BATTERY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . 15

CHARGE BEFORE USING . . . . . . . . 15

RECHARGING THE BATTERY . . . . . . 16

Battery Low Indication . . . . . . . . 16

BATTERY CARE & MAINTENANCE . . . 16

BATTERY RECYCLING . . . . . . . . . . 16

OPERATING TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

EFFICIENT RADIO OPERATION . . . . . 17

ANTENNA CARE A ND RE PLA CEMENT . 17

ELECTRONIC DEVICES . . . . . . . . . 17

AIRCRAFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

BLASTING AREAS . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE

ATMOSPHERES . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

FCC RULES PART 90 . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . 20

REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . 20

NPS-50 PORTABLE RADIO

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

NPC-50 PORTABLE RADIO

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT USAGE OF YOUR

RADIO

Important: Read this Information Before Using Your Portable Radio

OPERA TING RULES AND REGULA T IONS

Two-way FM radio systems 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 will help eliminate confusion, assure the most efficient use of the existing radio channels and result in a smoothly functioning radio network. The following offenses are punishable by fine, imprisonment, or both.

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 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.

4. 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.

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

INTRODUCTION

The portable radio you have purchased will provide you with reliable two-way communications when properly used. It is important that you read and understand this manual to obtain the best possible performance and long time operation of your radio.

This radio is available in two different versions. One version operates in the VHF band (151-159 MHz) on one of sixteen (16) user selectable frequencies. The other version operates in the UHF band (462-470 MHz) on one of sixteen (16) user selectable frequencies.

In addition, each version can be set up with one of thirty-eight (38) user selectable CTCSS tones. These CTCSS tones help block the reception of other radio messages that may be on the same RF frequency as your particular radio. The user may also disable this feature.

AVAILABLE CHANNEL FREQUENCIES

Each radio operates on one of 16 pre-set frequencies. Refer to Table 1 (VHF) or 2 (UHF) for a listing of available frequencies. Information is also indicated on frequencies requiring no license or channels in the General Mobile Radio System (GMRS) that may be used for personal use only under FCC Part 95 Rules.

UNPACKING YOUR RADIO

Remove all the items from the packing box and identify each item. Check off the items as you remove them from the box.

Operator’s Manual AE/LZT 123 1896 Safety Instructions AE/LZY 123 1897 VHF Portable Radio KRD 103 127/1 UHF Portable Radio KRD 103 127/2 Antenna, VHF KRE 101 1503/1 Antenna, UHF KRE 101 1503/2 Battery BKB 191 208/1 Wall Cube Charger BML 161 63/1

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

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

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Antenna Built-In Microphone On/Off Switch/Volum e Con trol Built-In Speaker Antenna Connector Transmit LED Rubberized Jack Co ve r External Speaker Jack External Microphone Jack Charge Jack Push-To-Talk (PTT) Switch Monitor Switch

FCC LICENSING

Before using your radio, you must have a station license issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). It is illegal to transmit without the appropriate license. Y ou must submit FCC Form 600 and any appropriate attachments to PCIA (Personal Communications Industry Association), which is the organization responsible for coordinating conflicts. For more information about PCIA, call (800) 759-0300 ([n Virginia call (703) 739-0300].

To get current FCC forms and instructions, you can:

Have the forms mailed to you by calling the

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FCC forms Hotline at (800) 418-FORM. Have the forms faxed to you by the FCC’s

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Fax-On-Demand system at (202) 418-0177. Request Document 000600 for all forms and instructions, Document 006001 for instructions only, Document 006002 for Form 600 Main Form only, or Document 006003 for all schedules.

For questions about the license application, call the FCC at (717) 337-1212.

You are also required to have in your possession, a current copy of Part 90 of the

before operating your radio. It is also your

lations

responsiblity to insure your radio operates in accordance with the guidelines established by the FCC. See the section this manual for additional information on the operation of your radio.

FCC Rules Part 90

FCC Rules and Regu-

in the back of

GETTING STARTED

GETTING YOUR RADIO READY TO USE

Several operations must be performed before using your radio:

Selecting the operating frequency of the radio

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Selecting or disabling the CTCSS tone

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Attaching the belt clip

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Mounting the antenna

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Checking battery installation and charging the

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battery

Setting The RF Fr e quency

Refer to Table 1 (VHF) or Table 2 (UHF) for the DIP switch setting for the desired operating RF frequency of the radio. The DIP switch bank is located in the upper right hand corner of the battery compartment. Use a pencil point or small object to position the DIP switches to the corresponding setting.

NOTE

Each radio has been pre-programmed to operate on 151.6250 (VHF) or 464.5000 (UHF) MHz.

Opening The Battery Compartment

CAUTION

The battery pack is protected with a plastic wrap. Do not remove this because damage to the battery may result.

1. Unlock the battery compartment by pushing on the latches on either side.

2. Remove the cover by sliding it down and away from the radio.

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