Hytera Communications TC 500U1 User Manual

Preface

Thank you for your purchase of the HYT TC-500 radio - the choice for professionals. This
easy-to-use radio will deliver you secure, instant and reliable communications at peak
efficiency. Please read this manual carefully before use. The information presented herein
will help you to derive maximum performance from your radio.

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Safety and General Information ............................................................................................... 2

Product Inspection ...................................................................................................................... 4

Battery Information ...................................................................................................................... 4

Antenna........................................................................................................................................... 8

Assembly and Disassembly ...................................................................................................... 8

Getting Started ............................................................................................................................ 11

Basic Operations ........................................................................................................................ 12

Functions and Setting ............................................................................................................... 12

Time-Out Timer (TOT) ................................................................................................. 12

Battery Save ................................................................................................................ 13

Low Battery Alert ......................................................................................................... 13

Monitor ........................................................................................................................ 13

High/Low Power .......................................................................................................... 13

Wide/Narrow Channel Spacing Compatible ................................................................ 13

CTCSS & CDCSS .................................................................................................................... 14

Channel Scan .............................................................................................................. 14

Busy Channel Lockout ................................................................................................. 14

Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................................................. 15

Care and Cleaning...................................................................................................................... 15

Safety and General Information

The following general safety precautions as would normally apply, which should be
observed during all phases of operation, service and repair of this equipment.

◇ Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive

atmosphere.

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◇ Do not charge your battery in a potentially explosive atmosphere.
◇ Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged

antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn can result.

◇ This equipment should be serviced by qualified technicians only.
◇ To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your radio when

you are near electrical blasting caps. In a blasting area or in areas such as
hospital site posted “Turn off two-way radio”; when taking an airplane, please
obey the “turn off two-way radio” instruction of aircrew staff as well.

◇ For vehicles with an air bag, do not place a radio in the area over an air bag or in

the air bag deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force. If a radio is placed
in the air bag deployment area and the air bag inflates, the radio may be
propelled with great force and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.

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

heating source.

◇ When using your radio, hold the radio in a vertical position with the microphone 3

to 4 centimeters away from your lips.

WARNING: If you wear a radio on your body , ensure the radio and its antenna is
at least 2.5 centimeters away from your body when transmitting.

WARNING: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic
interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed, or alternately configured
for electromagnetic compatibility.

The radio is not intended for use by general population in an uncontrolled environment. It
is only for occupational use and only applied to work-related conditions.The radio must be
only used by users, who are fully aware of the hazards of the exposure and who are able
to exercise control over their RF exposure to qualify for the higher exposure limits.

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Product Inspection

Thank you for your use of HYT portable two-way radio. Before use, you are recommended
to inspect the product as follows.
First check the shipping carton for any signs of damage. If any damage has occurred,
please contact your dealer immediately. Confirm the supplied product against the packing
slip to assure accuracy.

Available Accessories

Item Qty. (pcs)

Antenna 1
Charger 1

AC Power Adapter 1

Ni-MH Battery Pack 1

Belt Clip 1

Strap 1

Owner’s Manual 1
Note:
Frequency is marked on the color circle of the antenna.
If frequency is not marked on the color circle, please refer to the label on the main unit for
details.

Battery Information

Initial Use

New batteries are shipped uncharged from the factory. Charge a new battery for 12 hours
before initial use. The maximum battery capacity and performance is achieved after three
full charge/discharge cycles. If you notice the battery power runs low, please recharge the
battery.

Applicable Battery Packs

To reduce th e risk of injury, charge only the battery specified by the manufacturer. Other
batteries may burst, causing bodily injury and damage.

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Caution:

1. To avoid risk of personal injury, do not dispose of batteries in a fire!

2. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations (e.g. recycling). Do not dispose as

household waste.

3. Never attempt to disassemble the battery.

4. All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if

conductive materials such as jewelry, keys, or beaded chains touch exposed
terminals. The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit)
and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly
when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects.

Battery Tips

1. When charging your battery, keep it at a temperature among 5℃ - 40℃. Temperature

out of the limit may cause battery leakage or damage.

2. When charging a battery attached to a radio, turn the radio off to ensure a full charge.

3. Do not return fully charged batteries to the charger for an “extra boost”. This action

will significantly reduce battery life.

4. Never charge a battery that is wet. Please dry it with soft cloth prior to charge.

5. The battery will eventually wear out. When the operating time (talk-time and standby

time) is noticeably shorter than normal, it is time to buy a new battery.

To Prolong Battery Life

1. Battery performance will be greatly decreased at a temperature below 0 . A spare ℃

battery is necessary in cold weather. The cold battery unable to work in this situation
may work under room temperature, so keep it for later use.

2. The dust on the battery contact may cause the battery cannot work or charge. Please

use clean dry cloth to wipe it before attaching the battery to the radio.

Battery Storage

1. Fully charge a battery before you store it for a long time, to avoid battery damage due

to over-discharge.

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