HARRIS MM101027V1 R1A User Manual

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MM101027V1 R1A

Operator’s Manual

PANTHER 300P
Portable Radio

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

SAFETY TRAINING

INFORMATION.................3

SAFE PRACTICE

INFORMATION.................8

OPERATING RULES AND

REGULATIONS.................12

INTRODUCTION............... 17

CONTROLS AND

INDICATORS....................18

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INDICATORS....................23

BASIC OPERATIO N..........25

SELECTIVE SIGNALING...28
PROGRAMMABLE PTT

FUNCTIONS..................... 31

CLONING.......................... 33

BATTERY OPERATION....34

The software contained in this device is
copyrighted by Com-Net Ericsson Critical
Radio Systems , Inc. Unpublished right s are
reserved under the copyright laws of the
United States.

This manual is published by Com-Net Ericsson Critical
Radio Systems, Inc., without any warranty.

Improvements and changes to this manual necessitated
by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current
information, or improvements to programs and/or
equipment, may be made by Com-Net Ericsson Critical
Radio Systems, Inc., at any time and without notice.
Such changes will be incorporated 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 photocopying and recording, for
any purpose, without the express written permission of by
Com-Net Ericsson Critical Radio System s, Inc.
Copyright © 2000 Com-Net Ericsson Crit i cal Radi o
Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

NOTICE!

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SAFETY TRAINING

INFORMATION

Your Com-Net
Ericsson radio
generates RF

WARNING

transmit mode. This radio is
designed for and classified as
“Occupational Use Only”
meaning it must be used only
during the course of
employment by individuals
aware of the hazards and the
ways to minimize such hazards.
This radio is NOT intended for
use by the “General Population”
in an uncontrolled environment.

This radio has been tested and
complies with the FCC RF
exposure limits for “Occupational
Use Only.” In addition, your Com­Net Ericsson radio complies with
the following Standards and
Guidelines with regard to RF
energy and electromagnetic energy
levels and evaluation of such levels
for exposure to humans:

electromagnetic
energy during

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• FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition
97-01 Supplement C,
Evaluating Compliance with
FCC Guidelines for Human
Exposure to Radio Frequency
Electromagnetic Fields.

• American National Standards
Institute (C95.1 – 1992), IEEE
Standard for Safety Levels
with Respect to Human
Exposure to Radio Frequency
Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz
to 300 GHz.

• American National Standards
Institute (C95.3 – 1992), IEEE
Recommended Practice for
the Measurement of
Potentially Hazardous
Electromagnetic Fields – RF
and Microwave.

To ensure that your
exposure to RF
electromagnetic
energy is within the
FCC allowable li mits

CAUTION

for occupational
use, always adhere
to the following
guidelines:

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• DO NOT operate the radio

without a proper antenna
attached, as this may damage
the radio and may also cause
you to exceed FCC RF
exposure limits. A proper
antenna is the antenna
supplied with this radio by
Com-Net Ericsson or an
antenna specifically
authorized by Com-Net
Ericsson for use with this
radio.

• DO NOT transmit for more

than 50% of total radio use
time (“50% duty cycle”).
Transmitting more than 50%
of the time can cause FCC RF
exposure compliance
requirements to be exceeded.
The radio is transmitting when
the “TX” LED on top of the
radio is lit. You can cause the
radio to transmit by pressing
the “PTT” button.

• ALWAYS use Com-Net

Ericsson authorized
accessories (antennas,
batteries, belt clips,
speaker/mics, etc). Use of
unauthorized accessories
may cause the FCC
Occupational/ Controlled
Exposure RF compliance
requirements to be exceeded.

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• ALWAYS keep the device and
its antenna at least 2.0 cm
(0.8 inch) away from the body
and 5 cm (2 inches) from the
face when transmitting to
ensure FCC RF exposure
compliance requirements are
not exceeded. This radio has
been tested for RF exposure
compliance at a distance of

1.3 cm from the body and 4.0
cm from the face for a worse
case scenario. However, to
provide the recipients of your
transmission the best sound
quality, hold the antenna at
least 5 cm (2 inches) from
mouth, and slightly off to one
side.

The information listed above
provides the user with the
information needed to make him or
her aware of a RF exposure, and
what to do to assure that this radio
operates within the FCC RF
exposure limits of this radio.

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Electromagnetic
Interference/Compatibility

During transmissions, your Com­Net Ericsson radio generates RF
energy that can possibly cause
interference with other devices or
systems. To avoid such
interference, turn off the radio in
areas where signs are posted to do
so. DO NOT operate the
transmitter in areas that are
sensitive to electromagnetic
radiation such as hospitals, aircraft,
and blasting sites.

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SAFE PRACTICE

INFORMATION

The operator of any land mobile
radio should be aware of certain
hazards common to the operation
of radio transmitters. A list of

several possible hazards is
given:

1. Explosive Atmospheres ­Areas with potentially
explosive atmosphere are
often, but not always, clearly
marked. These may be fueling
areas, such as gas stations,
fuel or chemical transfer or
storage facilities, and areas
where the air contains
chemicals or particles, such
as grain, dust, or metal
powders. Sparks in such
areas could cause an
explosion or fire resulting in
bodily injury or even death.

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

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2. Electronics Systems - RF

energy from your portable
radio may affect some
electronic equipment. Most
modern electronic equipment
in cars, hospitals, homes, etc.
are shielded from RF energy.
However, in areas that
instruct you to turn off two­way radio equipment, always
observe the rules. If in

doubt, power the radio OFF.

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 Off
Two-Way Radios" signs
posted where dynamite is
being used.

When transporting blasting
caps in your vehicle:

• Carry the blasting caps in
a closed metal box with a
soft lining.

• Leave the radio OFF
whenever the blasting
caps are being put into or
removed from the
vehicle.

4. Radio Frequency Energy ­Do not use a radio with a

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damaged or missing antenna.
A minor burn may result if a
damaged antenna comes into
contact with the skin.
Replace a damaged antenna
immediately. A missing
antenna could damage your
radio. Use only the supplied
or approved antenna.
Unauthorized antennas,
modifications, or attachments
could damage the radio unit
and may violate FCC
regulations.

Always turn off your portable

radio before boarding any
aircraft. Use it on the ground
only with crew permission.
Do not use it in the air.

5. Safe Driving
Recommendations ­(Recommended by AAA)

Read the literature on the safe
operation of the radio.

Keep both hands on the
steering wheel and the radio
secured whenever the vehicle
is in motion.

Place calls only when vehicle
is stopped.

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• 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.

• W henever using a radio,
exercise ca u t ion.

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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

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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 sm oothly
functioning radio network. When
using your two-way radio,
remember these rules:

1. It is a violation of FCC rul es 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

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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

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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.

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