Operator’s Manual
14221-1200-2010
Rev. E, April 2015
UNITY® XG-100M Mobile Radio
With CH-100 Control Head
Full-Spectrum Multiband Radio
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REV.
DATE
REASON FOR CHANGE
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Oct/11
Initial release.
A
Mar/12
Added information on using noise cancellation.
B
Jan/13
Updated to include R3A features.
C
May/14
Included manual channel entry, TA indication, and protected keys.
D
Oct/14
Added Voice Annunciation and Channel Preset buttons. Updated scan and Talkaround sections.
E
Apr/15
Updated for XGP R5A.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This product was developed using GEOTRANS, a product of the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency and U.S. Army Engineering
Research and Development Center. Use of this software does not indicate endorsement or approval of the product by the Secretary o f
Defense or the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency.
This device made under license under one or more of the following US patents: 4,590,473; 4,636,791; 5,148,482; 5,185,796; 5,271,017;
5,377,229; 4,716,407; 4,972,460; 5,502,767; 5,146,697; 5,164,986; 5,185,795.
The Advanced Multi-Band Excitation implementation 2 (AMBE+2) voice coding Technology embodied in this product is protected by
intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. This voice coding
Technology is licensed solely for use within this Communications Equipment. The user of this Technology is explicitly prohibited from
attempting to extract, remove, decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the Object Code, or in any other way convert the Object Code
into a human-readable form. U.S. Patent Nos. #5,870,405, #5,826,222, #5,754,974, #5,701,390, #5,715,365, #5,649,050, #5,630,011,
#5,581,656, #5,517,511, #5,491,772, #5,247,579, #5,226,084 and #5,195,166.
CREDITS
Harris, VIDA, EDACS, NetworkFirst, and OpenSky are registered trademarks and TECHNOLOGY TO CONNECT, INFORM AND
PROTECT is a trademark of Harris Corporation.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Motorola is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
AMBE is a registered trademark and IMBE, AMBE+, and AMBE+2 are trademarks of Digital Voice Systems, Inc.
All brand and product names are trademarks, registered trademarks, or service marks of their respective holders.
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Business, 221 Jefferson Ridge Parkway, Lynchburg, VA 24501.
Repairs to this equipment should be made only by an authorized service technician or facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs,
alterations or substitutions 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.
This product conforms to the European Union WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU. Do not dispose of this product in a public
landfill. Take it to a recycling center at the end of its life.
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Section Page
6.17 GROUP CALLS................................................................................................................... 27
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS .......................................................................................... 6
2. RF ENERGY EXPOSURE INFORMATION .............................................................................. 7
2.1 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS, CONTROL INFORMATION, AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE
REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................. 7
2.1.1 Federal Communications Commission Regulations ............................................ 7
2.2 COMPLIANCE WITH RF EXPOSURE STANDARDS ...................................................... 8
2.2.1 Mobile Antennas (Vehicle Installations) .............................................................. 8
2.2.2 Approved Accessories .......................................................................................... 9
2.2.3 Contact Information ........................................................................................... 10
2.3 REGULATORY APPROVALS .......................................................................................... 10
2.3.1 Part 15 ................................................................................................................ 10
2.3.2 Industry Canada .................................................................................................. 10
3. OPERATION SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS ..................................................................... 11
3.1 TRANSMITTER HAZARDS .............................................................................................. 11
3.2 SAFE DRIVING RECOMMENDATIONS ......................................................................... 11
4. OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS ........................................................................... 12
5. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 13
6. BASIC OPERATION .................................................................................................................... 14
6.1 PROGRAMMING ............................................................................................................... 14
6.2 XG-100M CONTROLS ....................................................................................................... 14
6.3 DISPLAY ............................................................................................................................. 15
6.4 STATUS MESSAGES ......................................................................................................... 16
6.5 ALERT TONES ................................................................................................................... 17
6.6 BEFORE FIRST USE .......................................................................................................... 17
6.7 POWER ON AND SET VOLUME ..................................................................................... 17
6.8 CHANNEL PRESETS ......................................................................................................... 18
6.9 NOISE CANCELLATION .................................................................................................. 18
6.9.1 Enable Noise Cancellation ................................................................................. 18
6.9.2 Using Noise Cancellation ................................................................................... 19
6.9.3 The Effect of Distance from the Micropho ne..................................................... 19
6.9.4 Voice Microphone and Control Head Microphone Locations ........................... 19
6.10 TURN ENCRYPTION ON OR OFF ................................................................................... 20
6.11 USER INTERFACE PRIVILEGE LEVEL ......................................................................... 21
6.12 SELECT CHANNEL ........................................................................................................... 21
6.12.1 Select from Channel List .................................................................................... 21
6.12.2 Manually Enter Channel Number ....................................................................... 22
6.13 SELECT A ZONE/SYSTEM USING MENUS ................................................................... 23
6.14 VOICE ANNUNCIATION .................................................................................................. 23
6.15 USE TALKAROUND TO BYPASS REPEATER (ANALOG AND P25
CONVENTIONAL) ............................................................................................................. 24
6.16 INDIVIDUAL CALLS ........................................................................................................ 26
6.16.1 Transmit an Individual Call ................................................................................ 26
6.16.2 Receiving an Individual Call .............................................................................. 27
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6.18 CALLER ID ......................................................................................................................... 28
7.8.3 Vote Scan (Analog and P25 Conventional Only) ............................................... 59
6.19 CALL ALERT (PAGE) - P25 TRUNKED ONLY .............................................................. 29
6.19.1 Send Alert ........................................................................................................... 29
6.19.2 Receive Alert ...................................................................................................... 30
6.20 TELEPHONE INTERCONNECT ....................................................................................... 30
6.21 DTMF ................................................................................................................................... 31
6.22 SCAN OPERATION ........................................................................................................... 32
6.22.1 Start Scan ............................................................................................................ 32
6.22.2 Stop Scan ............................................................................................................ 33
6.22.3 Nuisance Delete .................................................................................................. 34
6.23 VIEW GPS INFORMATION .............................................................................................. 35
6.24 EMERGENCY OPERATION ............................................................................................. 36
6.24.1 Declaring an Emergency Call ............................................................................. 36
6.24.2 Receiving an Emergency Call ............................................................................ 37
6.24.3 Stealth Emergency .............................................................................................. 37
6.25 ENCRYPTION BAR ........................................................................................................... 37
6.26 MDC-1200 (CONVENTIONAL ONLY) ............................................................................ 37
6.27 LIGHTS AND SIRENS ....................................................................................................... 38
6.28 PUBLIC ADDRESS (PA) .................................................................................................... 38
6.29 SHORTCUT MENU ............................................................................................................ 39
6.30 VEHICULAR REPEATER OPERATION .......................................................................... 39
7. ADVANCED OPERATIONS ....................................................................................................... 40
7.1 ENCRYPTION .................................................................................................................... 40
7.1.1 Create Keys Using Harris Key Admin ............................................................... 40
7.1.2 Load encryption Keys ........................................................................................ 40
7.1.3 Zeroize All from Radio ...................................................................................... 42
7.1.4 Protected Keys .................................................................................................... 43
7.1.5 Global Encryption .............................................................................................. 43
7.1.6 Select Keyset ...................................................................................................... 44
7.1.7 OTAR Configuration .......................................................................................... 45
7.2 ACTIVATE/VIEW MISSION PLAN ................................................................................. 45
7.3 USER-DEFINED ZONES/SYSTEMS ................................................................................ 46
7.3.1 Command Tactical Zone .................................................................................... 46
7.3.2 Mixed System/Zone ........................................................................................... 47
7.4 MIXED ZONE SCAN ......................................................................................................... 48
7.4.1 Creating Custom Scan Lists ............................................................................... 48
7.4.2 View/Edit Custom Scan Lists ............................................................................. 48
7.4.3 Custom Scan List Selection ................................................................................ 50
CH INFORMATION MENU ............................................................................................... 51
7.5
7.6 EDIT CHANNEL (ANALOG AND P25 CONVENT I ONAL ONLY) ............................... 51
7.7 SETTINGS MENU .............................................................................................................. 52
7.7.1 Audio Settings .................................................................................................... 53
7.7.2 Display Settings .................................................................................................. 54
7.7.3 GPS Settings ....................................................................................................... 54
7.7.4 Bluetooth ............................................................................................................ 55
7.7.5 Clock Settings .................................................................................................... 57
7.8 SET UP SCAN ..................................................................................................................... 58
7.8.1 Home, Priority 1, and Priority 2 Channels ......................................................... 58
7.8.2 Trunked/Conventional Scanning ........................................................................ 59
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7.8.4 Set or Remove Priority 1 and Priority 2 Channels ............................................. 60
FIGURES
Page
Figure 6-1: Conventional Display ........................................................................................................... 15
TABLES
Page
Table 2-1 Recommended Minimum Safe Lateral Distance from a Transmitting Antenna Connected
7.8.5 Wide Area System Scan (P25 Trunked Only) .................................................... 60
7.9 MESSAGE MENU .............................................................................................................. 61
7.9.1 Radio Status........................................................................................................ 61
7.9.2 Radio Message ................................................................................................... 62
7.9.3 Radio TextLink (P25 Trunked Only) ................................................................. 63
7.9.4 Faults/Alerts ....................................................................................................... 65
7.10 UTILITIES MENU .............................................................................................................. 66
7.11 OTAP ................................................................................................................................... 67
7.12 PPP/SLIP .............................................................................................................................. 67
8. REFERENCE ................................................................................................................................. 68
8.1 MARINE FREQUENCIES .................................................................................................. 68
8.2 ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................... 74
9. GLOSSARY ................................................................................................................................... 75
10. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................... 78
10.1 ERROR MESSAGES ........................................................................................................... 78
10.2 OTAR ERRORS/INFORMATION ..................................................................................... 79
11. CUSTOMER SERVICE ............................................................................................................... 80
11.1 CUSTOMER CARE ............................................................................................................ 80
11.2 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE .............................................................................................. 80
12. WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................. 81
APPENDIX A - PPP/SLIP CONNECTION ....................................................................................... 82
Figure 6-2: P25 Trunked Display ............................................................................................................ 15
Figure 6-3: No Channel Presets ............................................................................................................... 18
Figure 6-4: Four Channel Presets ............................................................................................................ 18
Figure 6-5: Noise Microphone ................................................................................................................ 20
Figure 6-6: Voice Microphone ................................................................................................................ 20
Figure 6-7: User Interface Privilege ........................................................................................................ 21
to a Unity XG-100M Mobile Radio ................................................................................................... 8
Table 6-1: XG-100M Controls and Connectors ...................................................................................... 14
Table 6-2: Icons ....................................................................................................................................... 15
Table 6-3: Status Messages ..................................................................................................................... 16
Table 6-4: Alert Tones ............................................................................................................................. 17
Table 6-5: Encryption Bar Indications .................................................................................................... 37
Table 8-1: Marine Frequencies ................................................................................................................ 68
Table 8-2: Options and Accessories for the Unity XG-100M Mobile Radios ........................................ 74
Table 8-3: Options and Accessories for the CH-100 Control Head ........................................................ 74
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WARNING
The WARNING symbol calls attention to a procedure, practice, or the like,
which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in personal injury.
CAUTION
which, if not performed correctly or adhered to, could result in a risk of danger,
NOTE
1. SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS
The following conventions are used to alert the user to gen eral safety precautions that must be observed
during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this product. Failure to comply with these
precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and
intended use of the product. Harris assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these
standards.
Do not proceed beyond a WARNING symbol until the conditions identified are
fully understood or met.
The CAUTION symbol calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like,
damage to the equipment, or severely degrade the equipment performance.
The NOTE symbol calls attention to supplemental information, which may improve
system performance or clarify a process or procedure.
The ESD symbol calls attention to procedures, practices, or the like, which could
expose equipment to the effects of Electro-Static Discharge. Proper precautions must
be taken to prevent ESD when handling circuit modules.
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limits. This radio device is NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or any
CAUTION
NOTE
2. RF ENERGY EXPOSURE INFORMATION
2.1 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS, CONTROL INFORMATION, AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE REQUIREMENTS
Before using your mobile two-way radio, read this important RF energy awareness and control
information and operational instructions to ensure compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure
guidelines.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Harris could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.
This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions, where users have full
knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over their exposure to meet FCC
other use.
This two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide
communications between two or more users ov er a distan ce. It u ses RF en ergy or radio waves to sen d and
receive calls. RF energy is one form of electro magnetic energy. Other forms include, b ut are not limited
to, electric power, sunlight, and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these other
forms of electromagnetic energy, which , when used improperly, can cause biol ogical damage. Very high
levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic material.
Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry work with organizations to develop
standards for exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for
both workers and the general public. These reco mmended RF exp osure levels includ e substantial margin s
of protection. All two-way radios marketed in North America are designed, manufactured, and tested to
ensure they meet government estab lished RF exposur e levels. In addition , manufactu rers also recommend
specific operating instructions to users of two-way radios. These instructions are important because they
inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it. Please refer
to the following websites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how to control your
exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits.
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html
http://www.osha.gov./SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html
2.1.1 Federal Comm unications Commission Regulations
Your Harris Unity mobile two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with the FCC RF energy
exposure limits for mobile two-way radios before it can be marketed in the United States. When two-way
radios are used as a consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to b e fully aware of and able to
control their exposure to meet occupation al requirements. Exposure awareness can be facilitated by the
use of a label directing users to specific user awareness information. Your Harris Unity two-way radio has
an RF exposure product label. Also, your Unity Mobile Installation and Operator’s Manuals include
information and operating instructions required to control your RF exposure and to satisfy compliance
requirements.
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Table 2-1 li sts the reco mmended minimum lateral distance for a contro lled environment
antennas (i.e., monopoles over a ground plane, or dipoles) at rated radio power for
m the transmitting
antenna.
CAUTION
2.2 COMPLIANCE WITH RF EXPOSURE STANDARDS
Your Harris Unity mobile two-way radio is desi gned and tested to co mply with a number of national and
international standards and guidelines (listed below) regarding human exposure to RF electromagnetic
energy. This radio complies with the IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF
exposure environment at duty factors of up to 50% talk-50% listen and is authorized by the FCC for
occupational use. In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with the FCC exposure guidelines,
your radio antenna radiates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (talking), not when it is
receiving (listening) or in standby mode.
Your Harris Unity mobile two-way radio complies with th e following RF energy exposur e standards and
guidelines:
• United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR §§
2 sub-part J.
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
C95.1-2005.
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-2005.
• IC standard RSS-102, Issue 2, 2005: “Spectrum Management and Telecommunications Radio
Standards Specification. Radiofrequency Exposure Compliance of Radiocommunication Apparatus
(All Frequency Bands).
and for unaware bystanders in an uncontrolled environment, from transmitting types of
mobile radios installed in a vehicle. Trans mit only when u naware by standers are at leas t
the uncontrolled recommended minimum lateral distance away fro
2.2.1 Mobile Antennas (Vehicle Installations)
Table 2-1 Recommended Minimum Safe Lateral Distance from a
Transmitting Antenna Connected to a Unity XG-100M Mobile Radio
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM LATERAL HUMAN BODY DISTANCE
CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT
(72 centimeters)
RF BAND
VHF
ANTENNA
PART NUMBERS
AN-125001-002 (mount) with
12099-0310-01 (element)
AN-125001-004 (mount) with
12099-0310-01 (element)
AN-125001-006 (mount) with
12099-0310-01 (element)
AN-125001-008 (mount) with
12099-0310-01 (element)
AN-125001-002 (mount) with
12099-0330-01 (element)
AN-125001-004 (mount) with
12099-0330-01 (element)
FROM TRANSMITTING ANTENNA
28.3 inches
63.0 inches
(160 centimeters)
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RF BAND
UHF
700/800 MHz
ANTENNA
PART NUMBERS
AN-125001-002 (mount) with
12099-0310-01 (element)
AN-125001-004 (mount) with
12099-0310-01 (element)
AN-125001-006 (mount) with
12099-0310-01 (element)
AN-125001-008 (mount) with
12099-0310-01 (element)
AN-125001-002 (mount) with
12099-0330-01 (element)
AN-125001-004 (mount) with
12099-0330-01 (element)
AN-125001-002 (mount) with
12099-0310-01 (element)
AN-125001-004 (mount) with
12099-0310-01 (element)
AN-125001-006 (mount) with
12099-0310-01 (element)
AN-125001-008 (mount) with
12099-0310-01 (element)
AN-125001-002 (mount) with
12099-0330-01 (element)
AN-125001-004 (mount) with
12099-0330-01 (element)
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM LATERAL HUMAN BODY DISTANCE
FROM TRANSMITTING ANTENNA
CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT
24.4 inches
(62 centimeters)
33.9 inches
86 cm
7.9 inches
(20 centimeters)
7.9 inches
(20 centimeters)
54.3 inches
(138 centimeters)
75.6 inches
192 cm
19.7 inches
(50 centimeters)
24 inches
(61 centimeters)
* Install the radio’s antenna in the center of the vehicle’s roof. These mobile antenna installation guidelines
are limited to metal body motor vehicles or vehicles with appropriate ground planes. The antenna
installation should additionally be in accordance with the following:
• The requirements of the antenna manufacturer/supplier included with the antenna.
• Instructions in the Unity Mobile Radio Installation Manual, including minimum antenna cable
lengths.
• The installation manual providing specific information of how to install the antennas to facilitate
recommended operating distances to all potentially exposed persons.
Use only the Harris approved/supplied antenna(s) or approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized
antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and may violate FCC regulations.
2.2.2 Approved Accessor ies
This radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF guidelines when used with the Harris accessories
supplied or designated for use with this product. Use of other accesso ries may n ot ensu re co mp lian ce with
the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, and may violate FCC regulations.
For a list of approved accessories refer to Section 8.2, the Products and Services Catalog, or contact
Harris at 1-800-368-3277.
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2.2.3 Contact I nformation
For additional information on exposure requirements or other information, contact Harris at 1-800-5287711 or at www.pspc.harris.com.
2.3 REGULATORY APPROVALS
2.3.1 Part 15
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
2.3.2 Industry Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is sub ject to the
following two conditions: (1) this dev ice may not cause interfer ence, and (2) this dev ice must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux C NR d'Industri e Canada app licables aux a ppareils radio ex empts de
licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de
brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
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WARNING
3. OPERATION SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
3.1 TRANSMITTER HAZARDS
The operator of any mobile radio should be aware of certain h azards common to
the operation of vehicular radio transmitters. A list of several possible hazards is
given:
• Explosive Atmospheres – Just as it is dangerous to fuel a vehi cle 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.
Areas with potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. 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.
• Interference to Vehicular Electro nics Systems – Electronic fuel injection sy stems, electronic anti-
skid braking systems, electronic cruise con trol systems, etc., are typical electronic systems that can
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.
• Electric Blasting Caps – To prevent accidental detonatio n of electric blasting caps, DO NOT use
two-way radios within 1000 feet (305 meters) of blasting operations. Always obey the “Turn off
Two-Way Radios” signs posted where electric blasting cap s are being used. (OSHA St andard: 192 6-
900)
• 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:
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.
3.2 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 microphone in its hanger whenever the vehicle is in
motion.
• Place calls only when the 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.
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NOTE
4. OPERA TING RULES AND REGULATIONS
Two-way FM radio systems must be operated in accordance with the rules a nd regulations of the local,
regional, or national government.
In the United States, the Unity mobile r adi o must b e o per ated i n acco rdan ce wi th the r ules an d r egu latio ns
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:
• It is a violation of FCC rules to interru pt any distress or emergency messag e. 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 h ave 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!
• The use of profane or obscene language i s prohibited by Federal law.
• 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.
• Using your radio to send perso nal messages (except in an emergency) is a violation of F CC rules.
You may send only those messages that are essential for the operation of your business.
• It is against Federal law to repeat or otherwise make kno wn anything you overhear on your radio.
Conversations between others sharing your channel must be regarded as confidential.
• The FCC requires that you identi fy 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.
• No changes or adjustments shall be made to the equipment except by an authorized or certified
electronics technician.
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 (2) years, or both.
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.
• In areas where transmission or reception is poor, some improvement can be obtained by moving a few
yards in another direction or moving to a higher elevation.
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Digital Encryption Standard Output Feedback
Digital Encryption Standard Cipher Feedback
NOTE
5. INTRODUCTION
Your XG-100M provides full-spectrum multiband coverage:
• 30 to 50 MHz, VHF Low (Receive only)
• 136 to 174 MHz, VHF High (5 – 50 W)
• 380 to 520 MHz, UHF-Low, UHF-High (5 – 50 W)
• 762 to 805 MHz, 700 MHz (2 – 30 W)
• 805 to 870 MHz, 800 MHz (2 – 35 W)
The XG-100M includes the following capabilities:
Project 25 (P25) Conventional P25 Trunking
Analog FM Advanced Encryption Standard, 256-bit (AES-
256)
(DES-OFB) Encryption
Global Positioning System (GPS) Bluetooth®
P25 Trunking Over The Air Rekey (OTAR) Preemptive Priority Scanning
Global Common Key References (CKR) Vote Scan
PA Mode Lights and Sirens
Telephone Interconnect Calls (P25 Trunked Only) Status/Message (P25 Trunked and Conventional)
MDC-1200 Encode Programmable Minimum Volume
P25 Trunked Conventional Scan Mixed System Zones
Channel Guard Command Tactical Zones
Call Alert SLIP/PPP (P25 Trunked Only)
DTMF Bluetooth Emergency
Feature Management
Custom Scan
For optional accessories, refer to Section 8.2. Additional accessories may have been added since
publication of this manual; contact Harris for more information.
(DES-CFB) Encryption
Voice Annunciation
Refer to the Software Release Notes to determine the minimum software versions
required for features.
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GROUP/CHANNEL
SELECTION
MICROPHONE
CONNECTOR
Toggles through three available main screens or allows you to quickly navi gate back to the main
hold for approximately one second).
EMERGENCY BUTTON
Declares an emergency.
USB Interface
Connection for Programming cable.
CAUTION
6. BASIC OPERATION
6.1 PROGRAMMING
Radio Personality Manager (RPM) is used to program the XG-100M. With RPM, you can fully program
the XG-100M using a USB cable (type A male to mini-type B).
6.2 XG-100M CONTROLS
The XG-100M features a full color touch screen display for easy access to all radio features and
functions. To select an item, simply touch the desired area of the screen with your finger.
Never touch the screen with any metal or shar p objects, as this can damage the screen!
Table 6-1: XG-100M Controls and Connectors
POWER ON/OFF
VOLUME CONTROL
NOISE MICROPHONE Used in conjunction with a handheld microphone and Harris’ built-in noise suppression.
HOME BUTTON
Turn knob clockwise to power on the radio and increase volume.
Turn counter-clockwise to decrease volume and power off the radio. Minimum volume levels
may be programmed into the radio to prev ent missed calls due to a low volume setting.
Selects the available groups or channels.
Connection for hand-held, hands-free, speaker-mic, or headset.
screen from a submenu. Can also be configured in RPM to go to a home channel (press and
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ICON
DESCRIPTION
ICON
DESCRIPTION
Accesses the
Main Menu.
Accesses the
Shortcuts Menu.
Toggles the display
between Day and
Night modes.
Toggles Scan
on and off.
Toggles Talkaround
Select the desired
Toggles the display
between Day and
Night modes.
Accesses the
Shortcuts Menu.
Accesses the
Main Menu.
Toggles Scan
on and off.
Opens the
CALL
Drops a received
Group
Channel presets.
Channel presets.
6.3 DISPLAY
The main display appears after power up or after exiting from the menus. While on the main display,
press the button to change its appearance.
To select an item, touch the desired area of the screen with your finger.
on and off.
monitor mode.
Figure 6-1: Conventional Display
Call.
menu.
Figure 6-2: P25 Trunked Display
Table 6-2 describes the various icons displayed by the radio. A description of these icons can also be
viewed via the Utility Menu. See Section 7.10 for more information.
Table 6-2: Icons
Trunked Signal Strength
TX Forward Power
Receive Signal Strength
Channel Idle
Transmitting Encrypted
Failsoft
Nuisance Channel
Receiving Data
Bluetooth On
Bluetooth Paired
Secure Traffic
Global Encryption
GPS Tracking
Monitor On
OTAR Disabled
OTAR Registered
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ICON
DESCRIPTION
ICON
DESCRIPTION
Noise Cancellation Enabled
queue is full, or an individual call is being attempted to a radio that is currently
Control Channel Scan mode to search for the control channel (usually out of range
Transmitting Data
Virtual Site
Vote Scanning
Scanning Enabled
Alert(s) Present
Emergency
6.4 STATUS MESSAGES
During radio operation, various rad io Status Messages may be display ed. The messages are described in
Table 6-3.
MESSAGE DESCRIPTION
PTT DENIED
CALL QUEUED P25 Trunked only - Indicates the s ystem has placed the call in a request queue.
SYSTEM BUSY
SCANNING Indicates the radio is scanning.
TX EMERGENCY P25 modes only - Indicates an emerge ncy call is being transmitted.
RX EMERGENCY
WIDE AREA SCAN
INVALID TALKGROUP
INVALID UNIT P25 Trunked only – Indicates the cur r ent unit is not valid for the current sys tem.
REGISTERING
CONTROL CHANNEL
SCAN
BAND SCANNING
P25 Trunked only - I ndicates the radio or talkgroup is not authorized to operate on the
selected system and/or talkgroup.
P25 Trunked only - Indicates the system is b usy, no channels ar e currently availa ble, the
transmitting.
P25 modes only - Indicates an emer gency call is being received. If program med via RPM ,
the radio will display the unit name or unit ID.
P25 Trunked only - Indicates the radio has enter ed the Wide Area Scan mode to search
for a new system (if enabled through programming).
P25 Trunked only - Indicat es the cur rent t alkgroup i s not va lid for the c urrent system. T his
could happen if the site denies regist r ation due to an unrecognized talkgroup ID.
P25 Trunked only - Displa yed when the radio is performing a registration/aff iliation on a
P25 trunking site.
P25 Trunked only - Indicates the control c hannel is lost and the radio has entered the
indication). The amo unt of ti me befor e the r adio enter s Contr ol Chann el Scan af ter losi ng
the control channel is configurable in RPM.
P25 Trunked only - This m essage is only displayed if the P25T system is configured f or
"EnhancedCC" mode of opera tion. W hen t he r adio ca nnot fi nd a Co ntrol Channel in eit he r
the trunked frequency set or t he list of discovered adjacencies, the radio is able to perform
a full spectrum frequency scan to f i nd a new Control Channel.
OTAR Registering
OTAR Rekeying
Talkaround Enabled
Transmit Power
RX Only
VDOC
Table 6-3: Status Messages
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NOTE
6.5 ALERT TONES
Table 6-4 describes the alert tones that may be played by radio.
TONE DESCRIPTION SOUND/DURATION
Table 6-4: Alert Tones
Ready To Talk Tone
Unencrypted (Analog FM
or P25 digital)
Ready to Talk Tone
Encrypted P25 digital
PTT Denied
Maximum transmit
duration expires
Emergency Call
Received
Out of Range Radio fails to find a local control channel.
After a PTT is pressed, this control enables the radio to
produce an audible indication (tone) for you to begin
speaking into the microphone.
After a PTT is pressed, this control enables the radio to
produce an audible indication (tone) for you to begin
speaking into the microphone.
PTT not possible. Momentary tone is pr esent:
• Receive only
• PTT button disabled
• Emerge ncy button disabled
• Emerge ncy not supported for current channel
• Clear transmit denied
Maximum transmit duration is exc eeded.
Radio is receiving an emergenc y call or priority call.
1000 Hz for 25 ms
1200 Hz tone for 25 ms
544 Hz tone for 75 ms
5 beeps and then a 544 Hz
tone for 75 ms
600 Hz tone for 250 ms and
1800 Hz tone for 250 ms
Programmable via RPM:
• Disabled (no tone)
• Slow (tone eve ry 15s)
• Medium (tone every 10s)
• Fast (tone every 5s)
6.6 BEFORE FIRST USE
Make sure the XG-100M has:
• Mission plan and radio programmed using the RPM
• Encryption keys loaded if using encrypted channels
• Mission plan activated
6.7 POWER ON AND SET VOLUME
The power switch and volume control are within the same control. Turn clockwise to power on
XG-100M and to set to desired volume level.
Minimum volume levels may be programmed into the radio to prevent missed calls
due to a low volume setting.
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NOTE
6.8 CHANNEL PRESETS
Channel preset buttons are availab le on the st and ard s i ze scre en . P ress and hold one of the four buttons at
the bottom of the main display (Figure 6-3) to save the currently selected channel as a preset. Press this
button to quickly return to the preset channel.
Presets cannot be erased; they can only be p rogrammed with a new value. Channel
presets are lost when a new personality is activated.
Figure 6-3: No Channel Presets
6.9 NOISE CANCELLATION
The XG-100M features Harris’ proprietary noise suppression capability that provides clear and crisp
voice quality in high-noise environments in any mode, including analog and digital communications.
The XG-100M has two microphones; one located on the chorded microphone (Voice Microphone) and
one on the front of the control head (Noise Microphone). The Voice Microphone operates as the input
microphone for your voice. The Noise Microphone on the control head is used to pick up the surrounding
noise when noise cancellation is turned on. The control head should be mounted such that its Noise
Microphone element is unobstructed and exposed to the same ambient environment as your voice.
6.9.1 Enable Noise Cancellation
To enable noise cancellation:
1. From the main display, select the MAIN MENU.
Figure 6-4: Four Channel Presets
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to toggle noise cancellation
3. Select AUDIO SETTINGS.
4. Select NOISE CANCELLATION
ENABLED or DISABLED. The icon is displayed in the top of
the display when noise cancellation is enabled.
6.9.2 Using Noise Cancellation
When using the noise cancellation feature, observe the following:
• Verify the NOISE CANCELLATION setting is enabled (see Section 6.9.1).
• Talk within two (2) inches of the Voice Microphone.
• Speak clearly, loudly, and with authority.
• Ensure that both the Voice Microphone and the control head’s Noise Microphone are not covered or
obstructed.
• In very noisy environments, it is okay to yell into the radio. The radio can handle very loud input
levels.
6.9.3 The Effect of Distance from the Microphone
Unlike a normal microphone system, noise can cellati on makes the level o f yo ur voice d iminish quickly as
you move the Voice Microphone away from your mouth. In essence, the radio starts to see your voice as
surrounding noise. Whereas you may be comfortable speaking up to a foot away from the Voice
Microphone on a normal radio, noise cancellation requires that you keep the Voice Microphone close to
your mouth. It is recommended that you hold the Voice Microphone within 2” of your mouth when
speaking.
6.9.4 Voice Mi crophone and Control Head Microphone Locations
The Voice Microphone is located on the front of the mic as shown in Figure 6-6. The Noise Microphone
on the control head is located on the left of the control head between the volume and channel knobs
(Figure 6-5). Every effort should be made to not obstruct either element during radio transmissions.
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Figure 6-5: Noise Microphone
6.10 TURN ENCRYPTION ON OR OFF
Select MAIN MENU SECURITY ENCRYPTION to toggle encryption on and off.
Or
1. Select SHORTCUTS from the main display.
2. Select ENCRYPTION to toggle encryption on and off.
• A key appears on the display when encryption is enabled. The channel must also be programmed
to be encrypted.
• When encryption is turned on and you use any channel not configured for encryption, the radio
allows PTT. The signal is transmitted unencrypted.
• Channels configured for Global Encryption display a Global Encryption icon instead of key icon
(Section 7.1.4) if Global Encryption is enabled.
• Radios configured with Encryption Mode Forced On will have the Encryption menu item grayed
out with the state always ENABLED.
The radio can be programmed to allo w emergency calls to be transmit ted in the clear when the radio does
not have the key, or has an invalid key for the encrypted group in emergency.
Figure 6-6: Voice Microphone
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FULL ACCESS
LIMITED ACCESS
RESTRICTED ACCESS
Audio Settings:
Touch Screen Tone
GPS Settings
Clock Settings
Bluetooth Settings
View Group List
Edit Group List
View Zone List
Edit Zone List
Zeroize
Keyset Changeover
Global Encryption
Global Key
Program Menu only in Active Mission Plan
P25 Test Selection on Utility Menu
6.11 USER INTERFACE PRIVILEGE LEVEL
Depending on radio programming, some of the menu options described in this manual may not be
available. The following table details the menus available for the different levels of User Interface
Privilege:
Figure 6-7: User Interface Privilege
Noise Cancellation
Master Volume Control
External Speaker
External Speaker Volume
MRU Volume
Accessory Power
6.12 SELECT CHANNEL
6.12.1 Select from Channel List
1. From the main display, select the channel name.
2. Select the desired channel from the list.
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NOTE
6.12.2 Manually Enter Channel Number
To manually enter a channel:
1. From the main display, select SHORTCUTS.
2. Select ENTER CHANNEL NUMBER.
3. Enter the channel number and select OK.
Entering a number greater than the maximum numb er of entries in the selected zone will select the last
channel. From the radio’s perspective, channels entered in this manner are not treated any differently
from channels selected by the channel knob; for example, the scan list will be adjusted to add the channel
(and make it P1 if applicable), emergencies will go out on the entered channel, etc. The only invalid
channel is 0; if channel 0 is entered, the radi o plays a NAK tone.
Physically moving the channel knob or chang ing the system causes the radio to select
the channel in respect to the manually entered channel.
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6.13 SELECT A ZONE/SYSTEM USING MENUS
A zone/system is a group of channels that can be programmed by agency or geographical region. For
example, a zone/system could be for fire, police, New York, Los Angeles, etc.
1. From the main display, select the zone/system name.
2. Select the desired zone/system from the list.
If is selected, a screen app ears allowing you to view th e channels
in the zone/system. Select ing a channel from the list will take you to
that channel.
A mission plan could have up to 512 zones/systems.
Or
6.14 VOICE ANNUNCIATION
1. From the main display, select MAIN MENU.
2. Select ZONES.
3. Select the desired zone/system from the list.
If is selected, a screen app ears allowing you to view th e channels
in the zone/system. Select ing a channel from the list will take you to
that channel.
A mission plan could have up to 512 zones/systems.
When enabled via programming, the Voice Annunciation feature provides audible feedback for various
radio operations. The radio can be programmed to play an audio message for any or all of the following.
This message can be a pre-recorded (canned) message or a user-recorded message.
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and the
TALKAROUND button color is inverted from the home screen
now made on the receive frequency until you
NOTE
• Zone changes
• Channel changes
• System changes
• Encryption On/Off
• Monitor On/Off
• Noise Cancellation On/Off
• Scan On/Off
• Talkaround On/Off
• Tx Disabled On/Off
For more information on configuring the radio for Voice Annunciation, refer to the Voice Annunciation
Feature manual 14221-7200-6110.
6.15 USE TALKAROUND TO BYPASS REPEATER (ANALOG AND P25 CONVENTIONAL)
You can bypass the repeater system to co mmunicate directly with other rad ios on your current channel’ s
receive frequency. This is useful if you are out of range of a repeater or if a repeater is busy. You will
need to be in range of the other radio.
Or
1. From the main display, press and hold TALKAROUND for one
second to toggle talkaround on.
2. A tone sounds, the Talkaround icon appears
color. Calls are
disable Talkaround mode. Press and hold this button again to turn
Talkaround off.
Power cycling the radio does not disable Talkaround.
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and the TALKAROUND button color is
. Calls are now made on the
NOTE
NOTE
1. From the main display, select MAIN MENU.
2. Select CALL.
3. Select TALKAROUND MODE to enable Talkaround mode.
4. The icon appears
inverted from the home screen color
receive frequency until you disable Talkaround mode.
Power cycling the radio does not disable Talkaround.
If the Talkaround Indication feature is enabled in RPM, the radio will play a unique grant tone when a call
is placed on a simplex channel or when Talkaround has been enabled on a duplex channel. This feature
applies to both Analog and P25 Conventional systems. It optionally allows the radio to also play the
same tone when it receives a call while operating in simplex or Talkaround. If configured, the radio
plays the tone at the selected volume level.
The tone will not play on systems configured for MDC or Type 99.
Talkaround Indication can be specified for each individual Analog and P25 Conventional system
configured in personality. The following options can be selected, and apply only when the radio is on a
simplex channel or when Talkaround has been enabled by the user:
• Disabled: (This is the default option.) When this option is selected, the rad io plays the standard grant
tone when a call is placed. The radio does not play a tone when a call is received.
• Transmit Only: When this optio n is selected, the radio plays a different “Talkaround” grant tone when
a call is placed. The radio does not play a tone when a call is received.
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In the radio personality, the “Alert Tone” parameter needs to be enabled for each
5. Press PTT to make the call.
NOTE
• Transmit & Receive: When this op tion i s selected , the radio play s a diff erent “Talkaround” grant tone
when a call is placed, and at the beginning of a received call.
channel on the Conventional Frequency Set. The “Ready To Talk Tone” parameter
must also be enabled for the Talkaround Indication tone to be played when the radio is
keyed.
6.16 INDIVIDUAL CALLS
An individual call is used to make a call to one radio as opposed to a group of radios. An individual call
can only be made on a digital channel.
6.16.1 Transmit an Individual Call
1. From the main display, select MAIN MENU.
2. Select CALL.
3. Select INDIVIDUAL CALL.
4. Select the unit to call.
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the calling
RPM.
an incoming Individual Call. The ring sounds continuously until
rop or terminate any
6.16.2 Receiving an Individual Call
6.17 GROUP CALLS
A talkgroup is a group of radios that you would want to have private conversations with. These groups
could be divided into areas such as state, region, county, or large special events. A group call can only be
made on digital channels. On the receiving radio, the calling station name appears in the activity area.
1. When receiving an Individual Call, the radio displays
radio’s name or Unit ID in the green RX banner and under PTT
TO CALL.
2. Press the PTT button to respond. The amount of time the radio will
remain in the Individual Call with no activity is programmable via
3. The radio rings and indicates a missed call if you do not respond to
you press PTT to answer the call, select t he missed call indication
to clear, or power cycle the radio.
1. From the main display, select the current talkgroup.
2. Select the desired talkgroup. After selecti ng the new talkgro up, the
radio returns to the main display.
3. Press PTT to make the call.
P25 Trunked Only: Press DROP CALL to d
group call that the radio receives.
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After selecting the new
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1. From the main display, MAIN MENU.
2. Select CALL.
3. Select CHANGE TALKGROUP.
6.18 CALLER ID
This feature allows you to view the caller I D or alias for up to the last 10 recei ved calls. Received calls
include Group, Announcement, Phone, Patch, SimulSelect, Agency, Fleet, and MDC.
4. Select the talkgroup from the list.
talkgroup, the radio returns to the main display.
5. Press PTT to make the call.
1. From the main display, MAIN MENU.
2. Select CALL.
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The most recent call is displayed at the top of the list. “NO
3. Select CALLER ID from the Call menu.
4.
ENTRY” is displayed if there are no entries.
The Caller ID list is cleared when power is cycled on the radio.
6.19 CALL ALERT (PAGE) - P25 TRUNKED ONLY
6.19.1 Send Alert
1. From the main display, MAIN MENU.
2. Select CALL.
3. Select CALL ALERT.
4. Select the desired unit from the list.
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