Preface
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operation, please carefully read the Safety Information Booklet before use.
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TF-412 Portable Radio
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FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installati on. This equip ment genera tes and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Verification of harmful interference by
this equipment to radio or television reception can be determined by turning it off and then on. The user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a different circuit to that of the receiver's outlet.
z Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
z This device may not cause harmful interference.
z This device must accept any interference received, including interfere nce that m ay cause undesir e d operation.
Note: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Compliance with RF Exposure Standards
Hytera's radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and guidelines:
z United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR § 1.1307, 1.1310
and 2.1093
z American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.
1:2005; Canada RSS102 Issue 5 March 2015
z Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1:2005 Edition
RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines and
Operating Instructions
To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the exposure limits,
Guidelines:
z
Do not remove the RF Exposure Label from the device.
z
User awareness instructions should accompany device when transferred to other users.
z
Do not use this device if the operational requirements described herein are not met.
Operating Instructions:
z
Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time. To transmit (talk), push the Push-To-Talk
(PTT) key. To receive calls, release the PTT key. Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because
the radio generates measurable RF energy only when transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards
always adhere to the following procedures.
compliance).
z
Keep the radio unit at least 2.5 cm away from the face. Ke eping the radi o at the proper dis tance is importa nt as
RF exposure decreases with distance from the antenna. The antenna should be kept away from the face and
eyes.
z When worn on the body, always place the radio in a Hytera-approved holder, holster, case, or body harness or
by use of the correct clip for this product. Use of non-approved access ories may result in exposure levels which
exceed the FCC's RF exposure limits.
z Use of non-approved antennas, batteries, and accessories causes the radio to exceed the FCC RF exposure
guidelines.
z Contact your local dealer for the optional accessories of the product.
FCC Licensing Information
This device operates on GMRS frequencies which require a license from the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) for business, personal, education and recreational use. To abtain forms, call the FCC forms hotline at:
1-800-418-3676 or go to http://www.fcc.gov.
For questions concerning GMRS licensing contact the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322).
ISED Statement
The device has been tested and complies with SAR limits, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure
and compliance.
Après examen de ce matériel aux conformité aux limites DAS et/ou aux limites d’intensité de champ RF, les
utilisateurs peuvent sur l’exposition aux radiofréquences et la conformité and compliance d’acquérir les
informations correspondantes
This device complies with ISED license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
z
This device may not cause harmful interference.
z
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'ISED applicables aux appareils radio exempts 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
Contents
1. Packing List ........................................................................................................................................ 1
2. Product Controls ................................................................................................................................ 2
3. Before Use .......................................................................................................................................... 3
3.1 Attaching Batteries .......................................................................................................................... 3
3.2 Charging the Ni-MH Battery ............................................................................................................ 3
3.3 Attaching the Belt Clip ..................................................................................................................... 3
4. Basic Operations ................................................................................................................................ 4
4.1 Turning the Radio On/Off ................................................................................................................ 4
4.2 Adjusting the Volume ...................................................................................................................... 4
4.3 Selecting a Channel ........................................................................................................................ 4
4.4 Selecting a CTCSS/CDCSS Code .................................................................................................. 4
5. LCD Icons ............................................................................................................................................ 5
6. Call Services ....................................................................................................................................... 6
6.1 Initiating a Call ................................................................................................................................ 6
6.2 Receiving a Call .............................................................................................................................. 6
7. Supplementary Features .................................................................................................................... 7
7.1 Keypad Lock ................................................................................................................................... 7
7.2 Scan ................................................................................................................................................ 7
7.3 Monitor ............................................................................................................................................ 7
7.4 Power Level (TF-412 only) .............................................................................................................. 7
7.5 Call Tone ........................................................................................................................................ 8
7.6 Talk End Tone ................................................................................................................................ 8
7.7 Voice Operated Transmit (VOX) ..................................................................................................... 9
7.8 Keypad Tone .................................................................................................................................. 9
7.9 Room Monitor ............................................................................................................................... 10
7.10 Sleep Level ................................................................................................................................. 10
7.11 Battery Save ............................................................................................................................... 11
7.12 Low Battery Alert......................................................................................................................... 11
7.13 Time-out Timer (TOT) ................................................................................................................. 11
7.14 Auto Squelch .............................................................................................................................. 11
8. Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................... 12
9. Optional Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 14
Channels and Frequencies .................................................................................................................. 15
1. Packing List
Please unpack carefully and check if all items listed below are received. If any item is missing or damaged, please
contact your dealer.
Item Quantity (PCS) Item Quantity (PCS)
Radio 2 Lanyard 2
Battery 2 Power Adapter 1
Belt Clip 2 Documentation Kit 1
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5. LCD Icons
Icon Description Icon Description
Battery Talk End Tone
Room Monitor Call Tone
VOX Transmit
Battery Save Receive
Keypad Tone High Power (TF-412 only)
Keypad Lock Low Power (TF-412 only)
Scan / /
5
6. Call Services
6.1 Initiating a Call
You can initiate calls to other radios on the same channel and CTCSS/CDCSS code as yours.
To initiate a call, do as follows:
1. Select a channel and a CTCSS/CDCSS code.
2. Hold the radio vertically 2.5 to 5 cm from your mouth.
3. Press and hold the
When transmitting, the radio displays .
4. When you finish your talk, release the
key, and then speak into the microphone.
PTT
key.
PTT
6.2 Receiving a Call
When receiving a call, you can listen to the call without any operation. If you need to speak, wait until the person
who is speaking release the
key, and then press and hold the
PTT
key to speak into the microphone.
PTT
6
7. Supplementary Features
7.1 Keypad Lock
The Keypad Lock feature allows you to lock the keypad to avoid accidental operations when the radio is not in
use. In the keypad lock mode, you can initiate calls and turn the radio on or off.
To lock or unlock the keypad, press and hold the
screen.
Menu/Keypad Lock
key until appears or disappears on the
7.2 Scan
The Scan feature allows you to find someone in your team who has accidentally changed the channel, and can
quickly find unused channels for your own use.
To turn on this feature, press the
detecting activities on a channel, the radio stays on the channel to receive signals. Two seconds after the signal
disappears, the radio continues to scan channels.
To turn off this feature, press the
Scan/Monitor
Scan/Monitor
key. The radio displays and begins to scan channels. When
key again.
7.3 Monitor
The Monitor feature allows the radio to receive weak signals on the current channel.
To turn on this feature, press and hold th e
channel and receive signals.
To turn off this feature, release the
Scan/Monitor
Scan/Monitor
key.
key. The radio displays and begins to monitor the
7.4 Power Level (TF-412 only)
The Power Level feature allows you to adjust the power level for the selected channel.
To adjust the power level, do as follows:
1. Press the
The current setting flashes.
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: enables communication with distant radios but consumes more battery power.
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key to select one of the following:
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8. Troubleshooting
Phenomena Analysis Solution
The battery may be installed
improperly.
Remove and reattach the battery.
The radio cannot be
turned on.
During receiving, the
voice is weak,
discontinuous or
totally inactive.
You cannot
communicate with
other members.
The battery power may run out. Recharge or replace the battery.
The battery may suffer from poor
contact caused by dirtied or
damaged battery contacts.
The battery voltage may be low. Recharge or replace the battery.
The volume level may be low. Increase the volume.
The speaker may be blocked. Clean the surface of the speaker.
The channel or CTCSS/CDCSS
code may be inconsistent with that
of other members.
You may be too far away from
other members.
Clean the battery contacts or replace the battery.
Set your channel and CTCSS/CDCSS code to the
same as those of other members.
Move towards other members.
You hear unknown
voices or noise.
You are unable to
hear anyone because
of too much noise and
hiss.
You may be interrupted by radios
using the same channel and/or
CTCSS/CDCSS code.
The radio may be set with no
CTCSS/CDCSS code.
You may be too far away from
other members.
You may locate in an unfavorable
position. For example, your
communication may be blocked by
high buildings or frustrated in the
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Change the channel and/or the CTCSS/CDCSS
code.
Set a CTCSS/CDCSS code for all radios in your
team to avoid interference.
Move towards other members.
Move to an open and flat area, restart the radio, and
try contacting again.
Phenomena Analysis Solution
underground areas.
It could be the result of external
disturbance (such as
electromagnetic interference).
You cannot use the
keys.
The LCD does not
display any
information.
If the above solutions cannot fix your problems, or you may have some other queries, please contact us or your
local dealer for more technical support.
The keypad may fail to function
temporarily.
The LCD may fail to function
temporarily.
Stay away from equipment that may cause
interference.
Restart the radio.
Restart the radio.
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Channels and Frequencies
Channel No.
1 462.5625 GMRS/FRS 12 467.6625 FRS
2 462.5875 GMRS/FRS 13 467.6875 FRS
3 462.6125 GMRS/FRS 14 467.7125 FRS
4 462.6375 GMRS/FRS 15 462.5500 GMRS
5 462.6625 GMRS/FRS 16 462.5750 GMRS
6 462.6875 GMRS/FRS 17 462.6000 GMRS
7 462.7125 GMRS/FRS 18 462.6250 GMRS
8 467.5625 FRS 19 462.6500 GMRS
9 467.5875 FRS 20 462.6750 GMRS
10 467.6125 FRS 21 462.7000 GMRS
Frequency
(MHz)
Description Channel No.
Frequency
(MHz)
Description
11 467.6375 FRS 22 462.7250 GMRS
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