Hytera Communications TC 508U2 User Manual
Preface
Thank you for purchasing Hytera TC-508 portable radio. TC-508 is endowed with compact appearance,
durable structure, practical functions and reliable performance. It will bring you perfect communication.
To derive optimum performance from your radio, please read this manual and the supplied Safety
Information Booklet carefully before use
TC-508 Owner’s Manual
Instructional Icons
The following icons are available through this manual:
Caution: indicates situations that could cause damage to your radio.
Note: indicates tips that can help you make better use of your radio.
Term Explanation
The following terms will appear through this manual:
Key Operation
Short press: to press a key and release it quickly.
Long press: to press and hold down a key for above 1 second.
Hold down: to press a key and remain holding it down.
User Mode
Refers to the mode entered after you turn on the radio directly.
CTCSS/CDCSS
The signaling can help you prevent unwanted conversations at the same frequency.
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Copyright Information
Hytera, CRS and HYT are the trademark or registered trademark of Hytera Communications Corporation
Limited (hereinafter referred to as “Hytera”) in PRC and other countries and/or areas. Hytera retains the
ownership of its trademarks and product names. All other trademarks and/or product names that may be
used in this manual are properties of their respective owners.
The Hytera product described in this manual may include Hytera computer programs stored in memory
or other media. Laws in the PRC and/or other countries or areas preserve for Hytera exclusive rights for
Hytera computer programs. The purchase of this product shall not be deemed to grant, either directly or
by implication, any rights to the purchaser regarding Hytera computer programs. Any Hytera computer
programs may not be copied, modified, distributed, decompiled, or reverse-engineered in any manner
without the prior written consent of Hytera.
Disclaimer
Hytera endeavors to achieve the accuracy and completeness of this manual, but no warranty of
accuracy or reliability is given. All the specifications and designs are subject to change without prior
notice due to continuous technology development. No part of this manual may be copied, modified,
translated, or distributed in any manner without the express written permission of Hytera.
If you have any suggestions or would like to learn more details, please visit our website at:
http://www.hytera.cn
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RF Energy Exposure Compliance
● Your 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 and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environment at
operating duty factors of up to 50% transmitting and is authorized by the FCC 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 in VOX and PTT mode), not when it is
receiving (listening) or in standby mode.
● The device complies with SAR and/or RF field strength limits of RSS-102 requirement and contact
information where the user can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.
Your radio complies with the following of RF energy 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
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) key; to receive, release the PTT key.
EU Regulatory Conformance
The equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive
1999/5/EC.
Note: The above information is applicable to EU countries only.
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FCC Licensing Information
Part 15 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 Licensing Requirements
A license from Federal Communications Commission is required prior to use. 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. Contact your dealer for more information.
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Contents
Checking Items in the Package ................................................................................................................6
Product Overview .....................................................................................................................................7
Programmable Keys..........................................................................................................................8
Before Use ...............................................................................................................................................9
Charging the Battery .........................................................................................................................9
Assembling the Accessories............................................................................................................10
Status Indication.....................................................................................................................................12
Basic Operations ....................................................................................................................................13
Turning the Radio On/Off ................................................................................................................13
Adjusting Volume ............................................................................................................................13
Selecting a Channel ........................................................................................................................13
Transmitting / Receiving..................................................................................................................13
Functions and Operations ......................................................................................................................14
CTCSS/CDCSS ..............................................................................................................................14
Time-out Timer (TOT)......................................................................................................................14
Adjusting the Power Level...............................................................................................................14
Monitor ............................................................................................................................................14
Squelch Off .....................................................................................................................................15
Scan................................................................................................................................................15
VOX.................................................................................................................................................16
Battery Strength Indicator................................................................................................................17
Low Battery Alert .............................................................................................................................17
Channel Lock ..................................................................................................................................17
Battery Save....................................................................................................................................18
Busy Channel Lockout ....................................................................................................................18
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................19
Care and Cleaning .................................................................................................................................21
Optional Accessories..............................................................................................................................22
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Checking Items in the Package
Please unpack carefully and check that all items listed below are received. If any item is missing or
damaged, please contact your dealer.
Battery Rapid-rate Charger (for Li-Ion battery) Power Adapter
Antenna Belt Clip Strap
Owner’s Manual & Safety Information Booklet Radio Unit
Note:
The above pictures are for reference only. Actual products may vary slightly.
The antenna may vary with different frequency bands. And the frequency band is marked on the
label of antenna; if not, please refer to the label on the radio for frequency band information.
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