HYT TC-600 User Manual

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THANK YOU!

We are grateful for your purchase of HYT product. We believe this easy–to-use radio will

provide you with clear and reliable communications at peak efficiency. This HYT portable

two-way radio is a precision device. Treat it with care, and you will enjoy years of reliable

operation.

MODELS COVERED IN THIS MANUAL

TC-600 VHF Two-way Radio

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Contents

User Safety, Training, and General Information

Compliance with RF Energy Exposure Standards

FCC Compliance

Precautions

Product Inspection

Battery Information

Accessory Installation

Radio Overview

Features and Operation

Basic Operations

Time-Out-Timer (TOT)

Battery Save

Low Battery Alert

Monitor

Programmable Function Key

High/Low Power

Compatible Channel Bandwidth

2-Tone Encode & Decode

DTMF ANI

CTCSS/DCS Signalling

Signalling AND/OR Logic

Channel Scan

Busy Channel Lockout

Troubleshooting Guide

Care and Cleaning

Optional Accessories

Frequency Chart

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 User Safety, Training, and General Information

READ THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFE AND EFFICIENT OPERATION

BEFORE USING YOUR HYT PORTABLE TWO-WAY RADIO.

 Compliance with RF Energy Exposure Standards

Your HYT two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of national and

international standards and guidelines (listed below) regarding human exposure to radio

frequency electromagnetic energy. This radio complies with the IEEE (FCC) and ICNIRP

exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environment at duty cycles of up

to 50% talk-50% listen and should be used for occupational use only. In terms of

measuring RF energy for compliance with the FCC exposure guidelines, your radio

radiates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking), not when it is

receiving (listening) or in standby mode.

Note: The approved batteries supplied with this radio are rated for a 5-5-90 duty cycle (5%

talk-5% listen-90% standby), even though this radio complies with the FCC

occupational RF exposure limits at duty cycles of up to 50% talk.

Your HYT two-way radio complies with the following of RF ener g y

exposure standards and guidelines:

 United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations;

47CFR part 2 sub-part J

 American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical and Electronic

Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992

 Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1999 Edition

 International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998

Industry Canada RSS-102 Exposure of Humans to RF Fields.

Operational Instructions and Training Guidelines

To ensure optimal performance and compliance with the occupational/controlled

environment RF energy exposure limits in the above standards and guidelines, users

should transmit no more than 50% of the time and always adhere to the following

procedures:

Transmit and Receive

To transmit (talk), push the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button; to receive, release the PTT button.

Hand-held radio operation

Hold the radio in a vertical position with the microphone one to two inches (2.5 to 5 cm)

away from the lips.

Body-worn operation

 Always place the radio in an HYT approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body

harness for this product. Use of non-HYT-approved accessories may exceed FCC

RF exposure guidelines.

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Antennas & Batteries

 Use only HYT approved, supplied antenna or HYT approved replacement antenna.

Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and

may violate FCC regulations.

 Use only HYT approved, supplied batteries or HYT approved replacement batteries.

Use of non- HYT -approved batteries may exceed FCC RF exposure guidelines.

Approved Accessories

For a list of HYT approved accessories, see the accessories page of this user manual or

visit the following website which lists approved accessories: http://www.HYT.com.cn

 FCC Compliance

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed

and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the

user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following

measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
　 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

　 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

　 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Requirements

Your radio must be properly licensed Federal Communications Commission prior to use.

Your HYT Wireless dealer can assist you in meeting these requirements. Your dealer will

program each radio with your authorized frequencies, signaling codes, etc., and will be

there to meet your communications needs as your system expands.

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THANK YOU!

We are grateful for your purchase of HYT product. We believe this easy–to-use radio will

provide you with clear and reliable communications at peak efficiency. This HYT portable

two-way radio is a precision device. Treat it with care, and you will en

joy y

ears of reliable

operation.

MODELS COVERED IN THIS MANUAL

TC-600 UHF Two-way Radio

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 Precautions

• Only qualified technicians are allowed to maintain this product.

• Do not use the radio or charge a battery in explosive areas such as coal gas, dust,

steam, etc.

• Switch OFF the radio while refueling or parking at gas station.

• Do not modify or adjust this radio without permission.

• Do not expose the radio to direct sunlight over a long time, nor place it close to heating

source.

• Do not place the radio in excessively dusty, humid areas, nor on unstable surfaces.

Safety: It is important that the operator is aware of and understands hazards common to

the operation of any radio.

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Product Inspection

Please carefully unpack the radio. Before use, it is recommended that you inspect the

product as follows.

First check the shipping carton for any signs of damage. Confirm the supplied product

against the packing slip to assure accuracy. If any items are missing or have been

damaged during shipment, please contact your dealer immediately.

Supplied Accessories

*Note:

Frequency is marked on the color circle of the antenna. Red circle indicates UHF and

green indicates VHF. If frequency is not marked on the color circle, please refer to the

label on the main unit for details.

Item Qty. (pcs)

Antenna * 1

Charger 1

Switch Power Supply 1

Li-ion Battery Pack 1

Belt Clip 1

Strap 1

Owner’s Manual 1