GPS Speaker Microphone with Frequency Domain Scrambler
GPS Speaker Microphone with Rolling Double Inversion Scrambler
GPS Speaker Microphone with Double Inversion Scrambler
GPS Speaker Microphone with Voice Inversion Scrambler
Manual Revision: 2013-05-01
Covers Firmware Revisions:
VS: 1.60 & Higher
Covers Hardware Revisions:
VS-SM1: B & Higher
VS-1200-SM1G
VS-115-SM1G
VS-1150-SM1G
VS-1050-SM1G
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HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
Operating Voltage 3.5-8.0 VDC
Operating Current: VS-1050-SM1G (No GPS Power Save Mode)
Power Save Mode (VOX Operation) 56 mA typical
Normal Operation - TX 56 mA typical
Normal Operation – RX 94 mA typical
Average w/VOX Power Save (80-10-10 cycle) 60 mAh*
Average w/VOX Power Save (90-5-5 cycle) 58 mAh*
Operating Current: VS-1050-SM1G (with GPS Power Save Mode)
Power Save Mode (VOX Operation) 18 mA typical
Normal Operation - TX 19 mA typical
Normal Operation – RX 94 mA typical
Average w/VOX Power Save (80-10-10 cycle) 26 mAh*
Average w/VOX Power Save (90-5-5 cycle) 22 mAh*
Operating Current – VS-1200, VS-115, VS-1150 (No GPS Power Save Mode) Power Save Mode (VOX Operation) 59 mA typical
Clear or Inversion Operation - TX 60 mA typical
Clear or Inversion Operation – RX 102 mA typical
FFT Scrambling Operation - TX 100 mA typical
FFT Scrambling Operation – RX 148 mA typical Average w/VOX Power Save (80-10-10 cycle) 39 mA*
Average w/VOX Power Save (90-5-5 cycle) 30 mA*
Operating Current – VS-1200, VS-115, VS-1150 (With GPS Power Save Mode) Power Save Mode (VOX Operation) 21 mA typical
Clear or Inversion Operation - TX 32 mA typical
Clear or Inversion Operation – RX 102 mA typical
FFT Scrambling Operation - TX 72 mA typical
FFT Scrambling Operation – RX 148 mA typical Average w/VOX Power Save (80-10-10 cycle) 73 mA*
Average w/VOX Power Save (90-5-5 cycle) 67 mA*
Operating Temperature -30 - +60 C
Frequency Response 300-3000 Hz
Input Impedance >33
Input Level (RX) 0.05-2.5 VPP
Audio Output Impedance (Single Ended with R-12 uninstalled) 47 KΩ
* - The transmit and receive cycles are based on scrambled mode. When using clear mode, the consumption will decrease.
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SECURITY SPECIFICATIONS
VS-1200:
Total Code Combinations ~6.2 x 10^23
Actual Code Combinations ~4 Billion
Number of Selectable Keys 3
Levels of Security 5
Inversion 2100-4100 Hz (0-15 Hz resolution)
Level 0 8 bins
Level 1 16 bins
Level 2 32 bins
Level 3 64 bins
VS-115:
Total Number of Codes 1020
Number of Codes 255
Number of Groups 4
Number of Selectable Codes 4
VS-1150:
Total Number of Codes 32
Number of Selectable Codes 4
VS-1050:
Number of Selectable Codes 4
Inversion Frequency Range 2100-4100 Hz (0-15 Hz resolution)
ANI SPECIFICATIONS
Midian’s FMP Unit ID Range 00000-FFFFF
Midian’s FMP Group ID Range 000-FFF
Midian’s FMP ANI Timing with Coordinates 413 msec
Midian’s FMP ANI Timing without Coordinates 200 msec
DTMF ANI Length Up to 6-digits
DTMF ANI Timing 60/40 msec (Programmable)
5-Tone ANI Length Up to 6-digits
5-Tone ANI Timing Programmable
G-Star ANI Range 0001-9999
G-Star ANI Timing 320 msec
Motorola’s MDC-1200 ANI Range 0000-FFFF
Motorola’s MDC-1200 ANI Timing ~180 msec
Kenwood’s FleetSync Unit ID Range 1000-4999
Kenwood’s FleetSyncUnit ID Timing ~100-150 msec
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
1. Test the radio for functionality.
2. Program the unit per the Product Programming Section of this manual.
3. Install the unit into the radio per the Hardware Installation Section of this manual.
*** Midian is not responsible for any damage/loss resulting from the use of Midian’s products.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Midian’s GPS speaker microphones encode a user’s GPS coordinates along with the user’s ANI and Emergency
ANI to display on Midian’s CAD-800 or CAD-800U base station controllers. The following is a list of benefits
provided by Midian’s GPS systems:
Allows dispatchers to know who he or she is talking to.
Identify system abusers.
Identify emergency conditions.
Assign calls fairly.
Track user location.
Midian’s SM1G series encodes ANI and Emergency ANI along with Midian’s GPS location reporting to Midian’s
CAD-800 or CAD-800U which uses a Google Earth interface to display the unit’s location on a map.
The SM1G series also offers Man-Down and Lone Worker features. If the unit does not detect movement (ManDown) or receive any user interaction (PTT or Lone Worker Reset button) for a programmable period of time the
unit can key the radio and send the Emergency ANI.
In addition to the above encoding features, Midian’s GPS speaker mics can decode commands from the CAD-800
such as Polling, Selective Calling, Radio Disable, Radio Enable, Spy (Remote Monitoring) and Emergency
Acknowledge. Polling allows the dispatcher to request a unit’s GPS location. Selective calling can be to call an
individual unit, a group of units or all units. If a unit becomes lost or stolen, it can be disabled, so it cannot
interfere with the system. If the unit is later recovered the unit can be re-enabled. The Spy function enables the
dispatcher to eavesdrop on a unit during an emergency or other condition. If multiple Emergency IDs are
transmitted, the dispatcher can stop subsequent Emergency ID transmissions using the Emergency Acknowledge
feature.
VS-1200:
The VS-1200 is a Digital Signal Processor (DSP) based Frequency Domain voice scrambler offering a high level
of voice privacy. The DSP converts the analog signal into quantitized digital data. It then converts the “Time
Domain” signal into the “Frequency Domain”. This results in an audio “frequency spectrum”, which is then
partitioned into bins that are encrypted by the non-linear key generator. The digitized data is converted back to
the analog realm using a digital to analog converter.
The above technique and the lack of synchronization result in excellent audio quality, high security and enable the
VS-1200 to be used in virtually any type of radio system. These systems include HF SSB, Conventional TwoWay, Trunking, Voting and Simulcast.
VS-115:
Midian’s VS-115 is a rolling double inversion scrambler that offers 1020 possible codes (4 groups with 255 codes
per group). Of these codes the scrambler may be programmed with up to 4 of these codes. The VS-110 series is
compatible with Icom’s UT-110.
VS-1150:
Midian’s VS-1150 is a double inversion scrambler (aka split-band scrambler) that offers 32 possible codes. Of
these 32 codes the scrambler may be programmed with up to 4 of these codes. The VS-1150 series is compatible
with Midian’s VPU-6, Icom’s UT-109 or Inysa’s XPTO.
VS-1050:
Midian’s VS-1050 is a voice inversion scrambler that provides up to 4 different inversion frequencies that are
button selectable. The programmable inversion frequency range is from 2100 Hz to 4096 Hz and provides
compatibility with Midian’s VPU series voice inversion scramblers, as well as other industry inversion scramblers.
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Be certain to follow standard anti-static procedures when handling any of Midian’s products.
For all diode protected inputs (i.e. PTT Input, Mode Input, COR Input) the voltage level to be required for a logic
low is less than 0.5 V and a logic high requires at least 2.1 V.
J1 – RJ-48 10-Pin Connector:
J1:1 – Program In: The KL-4 Option B or KL-4F-PC2 must be plugged in to access this pin for programming.
J1:2 – PL DIS: Hook switch for mobile radio applications.
J1:3 – MIC: Connect to the MIC+ connection on the radio’s external mic connector
J1:4 – Ground: Connect to a ground connection on the radio’s exte rnal mic connector.
J1:5 – COR/LTR: Future use.
J1:6– B+ (+3.5-8.0 VDC): This connection is only needed if not using the internal battery of the SM1. Connect to
B+ (3.5-8.0 VDC) connection on the radio’s external mic connector. If connecting to a mobile this must be
specified when ordering or you must install a 6.2 V Zener diode at D1 if the voltage is higher than 9.7 V. Connect
to a regulated voltage point in a vehicular radio if engine noise is present on the battery line. With D1 installed, the
voltage input could be as high as 15 VDC (nominal is 13.5 VDC). R-5 O Ohm resistor must be installed. Note: If
connecting this input DO NOT install the battery into the microphone and U1 must be removed.
J1:7 – PTT: Connect to a PTT connection on the radio’s external mic connector used to key the radio. Some
radios look for a resistance on the microphone input to trigger PTT, R-50 in the SM-1 is used for this purpose and
will need to be picked on an individual radio basis. For Vertex radios this should be a 2.7 K resistor.
J1:8 – SPK Ground (SPK-): If connecting to a radio with a double ended speaker, then connect this line to the
negative side of the speaker connection on the external mic connector. If connecting to a radio with a single
ended speaker, this line is not connected.
J1:9 – SPK Hi (SPK+): Connect this line to the positive side of the speaker connection on the external mic
connector.
J1:10 – Program Out: The KL-4 Option B or KL-4F-PC2 must be plugged in to access this pin for programming.
J2 – 3.5 mm Stereo Connector:
The 3.5 mm stereo connector on the SM1 is a dual purpose connector; charging and audio. The tip is 6V for
charging, ring is Speaker + and sleeve is ground. Use only Midian supplied wall power adaptors and audio
accessories for use with the SM1.
Charging: To charge the unit, plug the Midian supplied wall power adaptor into an outlet and then plug the 3.5
mm plug into the 3.5 connector on the unit. When the LED is glowing green the unit is charging. When the LED
goes out then it is done charging. When the unit is in need of a charge the unit will emit a descending series of
tones to indicate low battery. Only use Midian provided accessories for charging.
Audio: The 3.5 mm connector can be used as an audio accessory port (i.e. ear bud). The connections should be
ring as Speaker + and Sleeve as ground. Not using a Midian supplied audio accessory could result in damage to
the unit.
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PRODUCT PROGRAMMING
Midian’s SM-1 products are programmed via Midian’s KL-4F and KL-4F-PC2 or the KL-4 and KL-4 Option B, as
well as the MPS software. Please reference the KL-4 manual for setup instructions of the programming software
and hardware. From the product selection screen in the software, select the desired SM1G model from the list
and click OK.
Set the parameters of the software to fit the application. If any clarifications on a feature are required, move the
mouse cursor over the feature name until the question mark appears and right click, a definition of the feature will
be shown.
After entering the parameters, save the file by going to File - Save As. Enter the file name in the File Name block
and click Save. Saving the file will allow for quick and easy reprogramming of units.
If using the KL-4F, plug the KL-4F-PC2 cable from the KL-4F’s RJ-11 connector (P10) into the RJ-48 connector
on the SM1.
If using the KL-4, plug the KL-4 Option B cable from the KL-4 connector labeled “P4 VPU-12A” into the RJ-48
connector on the SM1.
Push the power button on the KL-4F or KL-4 and within 15 seconds select Program Unit or Read Unit in the
software. Upon power up the unit will be awake for 15 seconds before going into Power Save mode.
After programming or reading the unit, turn off the unit for 3 seconds and then turn back on.
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Wake on COR/Wake on VOX: Select the appropriate method that the unit should use to come out of power save.
Note: Most portables do not provide COR detection on the speaker mic port, so it will be necessary to use VOX
detection.
COR Hold-Up Time This is the amount of time after loss of COR/VOX that the unit considers COR/VOX dropped.
VOX Settings > Sensitivity: This is a threshold detection based on the energy level in the audio.
VOX Settings > Attack Time: This sets the minimum time before the unit will detect VOX.
VOX Settings > Decay Time: This sets the time before the unit will drop the VOX detection. Be certain to set this
long enough so that you do not have drop outs between words or on brief pauses.
Beep Options > Power Up: Enables a short beep sequence that takes place immediately after po wer-up.
Beep Options > Error: This beep may be triggered by any input event if programmed to do so. For example, if a
long press on the Mode Input is not assigned to a function, it may be configured to generate the error beep. If
there is a failure of the GPS module, then about 20 seconds after power up the error beep will be heard.
Beep Options > Mode: This is used to indicate to the user when the mode has been enabled/disabled (i.e. Lone
Worker enabled).
Beep Options > Go Ahead: This is a local beep out the speaker to indicate to the user that ANI has been sent
and it is okay to talk.
Beep Options > Wake Up Beep: Enables a short beep to be sent over the air after PTT is pressed. Enabling this
beep is recommended when the 'Wake on VOX' feature is used.
Beep Options > Courtesy Beep: If selected, once the PTT button is released, the unit will generate a courtesy
tone to let others know it is done transmitting.
Beep Options > Enable Side Tone Pin: Future Use.
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Trunking Delay Enable: Check this box if using a trunking system. This will cause the unit to hold off transmitting
the ANI until it has received a channel acquisition acknowledgement from the radio. This field is not used with
portable radios.
Key-Up Delay: This sets the amount of time the unit waits after keying the radio before it transmits the ANI.
CAD Settings:
System ID: Set this field to the same value as the System ID programmed into the CAD-800 or CAD-800U. Only
a CAD-800 with the same System ID can decode the GPS location information from the GPS speaker mic. This
field is a six character field that supports 000000-FFFFFF (0-9 & A-F) for a total of 16,777,216 possible System
IDs.
Restore System ID To Default: Pressing this button will return the System ID to Midian’s default System ID of
4D6964.
Group ID: This sets the group number that the unit is a part of. The Group ID is a 3 character field that supports
000-FFF (0-9 & A-F) for a total of 4096 groups.
Individual ID: This sets the unit’s identification number. The Individual ID is a 5 character field that supports
00000-FFFFF (0-9 & A-F) for a total of 1,048,576 unit IDs per group. Between all groups and unit IDs the total
number of supported IDs by the system is 4,294,967,296.
Enable CAD Decode: Checking this box enables Midian’s FMP signaling features such as Polling, Radio
Disable, Radio Enable, Selective Calling, Remote Monitoring and Emergency Acknowledge.
Polite Transpond: If the unit is required to transpond in response to a command from the CAD-800, it will do so
immediately after receiving the command. Checking this box will cause the unit to check for a busy channel
indication (using VOX or COR) before transponding. If the channel is busy, the transpond will be postponed until
the channel is no longer busy.
Spy Duration: When a Spy command (remote monitoring) is received from the CAD-800, this sets the amount of
time that the speaker mic will key-up the radio and transmit audio from the microphone.
Number of Rings: This sets the number of times the speaker microphone will ring when it receives a selective
call before timing out.
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GPS Enable: Check this button to enable the GPS or GLONASS features of the product.
GNSS: Select which Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) is being used GPS or GLONASS. GPS is the
United States’ form of GNSS. GLONASS is Russia’s form of GNSS. GLONASS is currently in development.
Please contact Midian for the availability of GLONASS in the GPS speaker microphone.
Beep Upon First Fix: If checked, the GPS speaker microphone will give a double beep once the GPS speaker
microphone has acquired a location fix. The time to acquire a fix is dependent upon various conditions such as
terrain, buildings, weather, etc. Under ideal conditions this time could be as fast as 30 seconds. A first fix
acquisition time of 2-3 minutes would not be abnormal under other conditions.
GPS Power Save Enable: Checking this box will help extend battery life by placing the GPS receiver in a low
power or “sleep” state for 30 seconds in between position fixes. Upon waking, the GPS receiver is left on at full
power until two valid position fixes are determined and then once again is placed in sleep mode. Under good
signal conditions it takes about 20 seconds for the GPS receiver to acquire new fixes after waking. Therefore one
can expect a new fix to be determined about once per minute, though this cannot be guaranteed.
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Signaling Position Settings: Leading and trailing signaling types (ANI, FMP and FMP w/GPS) can be selected
here. For example MDC-1200 can be sent on the leading edge and Midian’s FMP with GPS can be sent on the
trailing edge.
ANI: The ANI specified in this selection is not the typical FMP ID used by Midian’s GPS speaker mics. Instead
this refers to ANI formats such as MDC-1200, FleetSync, DTMF, 5-Tone or GE-Star. One of these formats can be
selected to send a pre-ANI or post-ANI.
FMP: This refers to Midian’s signaling protocol used in the GPS speaker microphone minus the GPS location
information.
FMP w/GPS: This refers to Midian’s signaling protocol used in the GPS speaker microphone including the GPS
location information.
Protocol Format: Select the desired signaling format in which the ANI and ENI will be transmitted.
Tone Duration: This field only applies to DTMF and 5-Tone formats and sets the length of each tone.
Tone Gap Duration: This field only applies to DTMF and sets the length of the gap between tones.
Fleet ID: This field only applies to FleetSync and sets the Fleet ID of the unit.
Unit ID: This sets the non-FMP ANI of the unit.
Message: This field only applies to G-Star.
Status: This field only applies to G-Star.
Repeat Delay: This sets the time after sending an ANI that the unit will wait before sending another ANI.
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FMP: This refers to Midian’s signaling protocol used in the GPS speaker microphone minus the GPS location
information.
FMP w/GPS: This refers to Midian’s signaling protocol used in the GPS speaker microphone including the GPS
location information.
Protocol Format: This displays the format selected on the ANI tab.
Fleet ID: This field only applies to FleetSync and sets the Fleet ID for the ENI.
Unit ID: This sets the Emergency ANI of the unit.
Message: This field only applies to G-Star.
Status: This field only applies to G-Star.
Transmit Forever: If selected the ENI will transmit continuously at the repeat interval until canceled.
Busy Lockout: When it is time to transmit the ENI, if this box is not checked the transmission will take place
regardless of whether or not the channel is busy. If this box is checked and the channel is busy (as indicated by
COR or VOX), the ENI will not be transmitted. Instead the unit will wait 2.3 seconds and then check again to see if
the channel is busy. If the channel is not busy at that time, the ENI will be transmitted. If, not the process will
repeat indefinitely.
Transmit Count: This sets the number of times the ENI will be sent.
Repeat Interval: This sets the time between ENI transmissions.
PTT Resets/Cancels ENI: If selected, pressing the PTT button will either reset the Lone Worker’s Transmit Delay
time or cancel the transmission of the ENI.
Live Mic Enable: If selected the unit will enable the mic of the radio to transmit mic audio to the dispatcher.
Revert to Clear: This will switch the TX mode to Clear when using Live Mic.
Locator Tone Enable: If selected the unit will emit tones out the speaker after all Emergency ANI’s have been
sent. This feature is not available if Transmit Forever is checked.
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Transmit Delay: In Lone Worker mode, if the user does not interact with the radio before this amount of time
passes, the ENI sequence will be transmitted. This time is in seconds.
Warning Tone Enable: This will generate a tone sequence to alert the user the ENI is about to be transmitted.
Warning Tone Delay: In Lone Worker mode, if the user does not interact with the radio before this amount of
time passes, the emergency warning tone will be sounded. This amount of time must be less than that of the
Transmit Delay for the warning tone to be sounded. Also, the Warning Tone Enable box must be checked for the
tone to be sounded. For example, based on the screen shown above after 105 seconds of no activity the unit will
generate warning tones. The user then has 15 seconds (120 minus 105) to interact with the radio to keep the
Transmit Delay time of 120 seconds from expiring and the ENI being transmitted.
Continuous Warning Enable: This will generate a constant tone to alert the user the ENI is about to be
transmitted.
Power-up with Lone Worker on: If checked the unit will be in Lone Worker mode when the radio is turned on.
This eliminates the need for the user to use the mode input to turn the Lone Worker mode on.
Motion Resets Delay Timers: The unit can use the accelerometer to detect motion based on the Motion
Sensitivity setting to determine if the user is in distress in addition to requiring interaction with the radio.
Motion Sensitivity: This sets a level of motion required to reset the Transmit Delay timer. Some work
environments may have an inherent level of motion that would be detected by higher settings of the
accelerometer, so a lower level of sensitivity might be needed. Midian recommends experimenting to determine
the best sensitivity setting for the work environment.
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Mute GPS or MDC-1200 ANI Packet: If checked, the unit will detect incoming GPS or MDC-1200 ANI packets
and will mute the speaker for the Mute Duration time. A small chirp will still be heard out the speaker.
Mute Duration: This sets the amount of time after the unit detects the incoming packet that it will keep the
speaker muted. Midian’s GPS data packet without location is 200 msec and with location is 410 msec. Motorola’s
MDC-1200 data packets are approximately 180 msec in length.
Packet Detector Sensitivity: This controls the sensitivity of the preamble tone detector which triggers the muting
of the data packets. If it is too sensitive (higher number), voice may cause the detector to trigger resulting in voice
being muted when it should not. If it is not sensitive enough (lower number), the detector may not trigger when it
is supposed to. Adjust the sensitivity as needed to achieve the desired results. For the GPS speaker microphones
with scrambling, there is a separate sensitivity adjustment for when the unit is in scramble mode.
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These fields set how the switch is used (short press, long press or double press) and for which function (Scramble
On/Off, Lone Worker enable, Lone Worker Reset, Emergency On/Cancel, etc.).
Note: Most portable two-way radios do not give a COR indication to the speaker microphone connector, so VOX
detection should be used.
COR > Active Polarity: This sets whether the unit looks for an active low or active high to come out of power
save.
COR > Debounce: If checked the unit will require a continuous active state for 30 msec before accepting the
COR.
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PTT > Active Polarity: This sets the polarity necessary for the unit’s PTT output to key the radio.
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This page only applies to the VS-1200 product.
Number of Keys: The VS-1200 can have up to 3 codes programmed into the unit. The codes can be
programmed for either Frequency Domain or Voice inversion scra mbling.
Power Up In Scramble Mode: If selected the unit will start up in secure mode when the power is turned on. If it is
desired to have the unit always in secure mode, then check this box and do not assign a button for mode select.
Binary Select Enable: Not used in the VS-1200-SM1G.
Binary Select Polarity: Not used in the VS-1200-SM1G.
Equalization: Selecting Bass will yield louder recovered audio with good low frequency response. Selecting Treble
increases the high frequency response resulting in recovered audio that sounds more crisp but is not as loud. This
setting is a matter of preference. Note: All scramblers in the system must have this field set the same.
High Security: When High Security is selected the VS-1200 is using the Frequency Domain type of scrambling.
Security Level: The VS-1200 has four levels of Frequency Domain scrambling; levels 0, 1, 2 and 3. Level 0
offers 8 shuffling bins, Level 1 offers 16 shuffling bins, Level 2 offers shuffling 32 bins and Level 3 offers 64
shuffling bins. As the level of security is increased the audio quality will decrease.
Inversion: The VS-1200’s codes can also be programmed for basic voice inversion scrambling. If selected a
slider bar will appear. Merely scroll with the left/right arrows or grab the slider with the mouse and move to the
desired inversion frequency between 2100 to 4096 Hz.
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This page only applies to the VS-115-SM1G.
Number of Codes: The VS-115-SM1G supports up to 4 codes. The codes can be programmed for either Rolling
Double Inversion or Fixed Double Inversion scrambling.
Power Up In Scramble Mode: If selected the unit will start up in secure mode when the power is turned on. If it is
desired to have the unit always in secure mode, then check this box and do not assign a button for mode select.
TX Pre/De-emphasis Enable: This setting controls the use of audio emphasis by the scrambler while
transmitting. If checked, the scrambler will perform pre-emphasis before scrambling and de-emphasis after
scrambling. If the radio performs pre-emphasis of TX audio after the scrambler insertion point, this box should be
checked. If this information is not known, choose the option that yields the best recovered audio quality. See the
diagram on the next page.
RX Pre/De-emphasis Enable: This setting controls the use of audio emphasis by the scrambler while
receiving. If checked, the scrambler will perform pre-emphasis before de-scrambling and de-emphasis after descrambling. If the radio performs de-emphasis of RX audio before the scrambler insertion point, this box should
be checked. If this information is not known, choose the option that yields the best recovered audio quality. See
the diagram on the next page.
Continuous Synchronous Capture: This setting determines what will happen if a rolling code synchronization
tone is received after the receiving scrambler has already synchronized and is de-scrambling. If this checkbox is
cleared, a synchronization tone received before it is expected will be ignored. This may help prevent the
receiving scrambler from incorrectly synchronizing on some tones in speech. However, the receiving scrambler
may fail to synchronize properly with another scrambled transmission started immediately following the end of the
previous transmission, preventing the first few seconds of the second transmission from being properly
descrambled. If this happens frequently, this checkbox should be checked to enable Continuous Synchronous
Capture mode, which instructs the receiving scrambler to re-synchronize any time a new synchronization tone is
received.
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Tone Start Timing: The transmitting scrambler will wait this amount of time before transmitting the first rolling
code synchronization tone. Repeater systems and systems using CTCSS or DCS require time to 'open up' and
pass audio. This delay allows that time to transpire before the first synchronization tone is transmitted.
Binary Select Enable: This feature is not available in the VS-115-SM1G.
Binary Select Polarity: This feature is not available in the VS-115-SM1G.
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This page only applies to the VS-115-SM1G.
Code 1-4:
Fixed: If selected the security level for this code will be fixed double inversion. The chart on the next page shows
how Midian’s VS-110 and VS-1100 double inversion code numbers match with the code numbers of the Icom UT109 and Inysa’s XPTO (Señalizacion y Telecontrol).
Rolling: If selected the security level for this code will be rolling double inversion scrambling compatible with
Icom’s UT-110. You will be prompted to enter a Group (1-4) and a code (1-255). This is a direct match to Icom’s
UT-110 Groups and Codes.
Note: Codes 5-16 are not available in the VS-115-SM1G.
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The following table is relevant to Midian’s VS-115 (Fixed) and VS-1150. The first column in the table shows the
code numbers of Midian’s VS-1150, VS-115 (Fixed) and VPU-6. The second column shows the Icom UT-109
code number that equates to the Midian code number. The third and fourth columns show the Inysa XPTO
(Señalizacion y Telecontrol) code selection that equates to the Midian code number. The fifth column shows the
binary ROM address of the code. The sixth, seventh and eigth columns show the inversion information of the
code.
Midian Icom Inysa XPTO ROM Address Split Point Low Band High Band
VS-1100
& VPU-6 UT-109 XPTO Key # A4-A0 Hz Carrier Hz Carrier Hz
Number of Codes: The VS-1150-SM1G can have up to 4 codes programmed into the unit. The codes can be
programmed for any of the 32 double inversion split points shown on page 20.
Power Up In Scramble Mode: If selected the unit will start up in secure mode when the power is turned on. If it is
desired to have the unit always in secure mode, then check this box and do not assign a button for mode select.
TX Pre/De-emphasis Enable: This setting controls the use of audio emphasis by the scrambler while
transmitting. If checked, the scrambler will perform pre-emphasis before scrambling and de-emphasis after
scrambling. If the radio performs pre-emphasis of TX audio after the scrambler insertion point, this box should be
checked. If this information is not known, choose the option that yields the best recovered audio quality. See the
diagram on page 20.
RX Pre/De-emphasis Enable: This setting controls the use of audio emphasis by the scrambler while
receiving. If checked, the scrambler will perform pre-emphasis before de-scrambling and de-emphasis after descrambling. If the radio performs de-emphasis of RX audio before the scrambler insertion point, this box should
be checked. If this information is not known, choose the option that yields the best recovered audio quality. See
the diagram on page 20.
Binary Select Enable: This feature is not available in the VS-1150-SM1G.
Binary Select Polarity: This feature is not available in the VS-1150-SM1G.
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This page only applies to the VS-1150-SM1G.
Code 1-4:
The chart on page 20 explains Midian’s VS-1150 double inversion code numbers and shows how the codes
match with the code numbers of the Icom UT-109 and Inysa’s XPTO (Señalizacion y Telecontrol).
Note: Codes 5-16 are not available in the VS-1150-SM1G.
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This page only applies to the VS-1050-SM1G.
Number of Codes: The VS-1050-SM1G can have up to 4 codes programmed into the unit. The codes can be
programmed for any inversion frequency between 2100-4096 Hz. The most commonly used inversion frequencies
are 3276 Hz used by Midian and Transcrypt, 3333 Hz used by Vertex and 3388 Hz used by Icom and Kenwood.
Power Up In Scramble Mode: If selected the unit will start up in secure mode when the power is turned on. If it is
desired to have the unit always in secure mode, then check this box and do not assign a button for mode select.
Binary Select Enable: This feature is not available in the VS-1050-SM1G.
Binary Select Polarity: This feature is not available in the VS-1050-SM1G.
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Packet-Based Auto-Descramble: If this box is checked, the receive mode of the scrambler is
automatically switched between scramble and clear. If the unit receives a leading FMP packet without
GPS indicating that the transmitter is in scramble mode, then it will automatically descramble the
transmission. The receive mode will go back to clear when the transmission ends which is when COR
or VOX goes inactive. The state of the mode switch will have no bearing on the receive mode of the
scrambler. For this feature to work, units must have the Leading FMP ANI enabled and the Enable CAD
Decode box must be checked.
Auto-Switch TX Mode to Scramble: If Packet-Based Auto-Descramble is enabled, checking this box
will also cause the transmit mode to be switched to scramble when automatic descrambling takes
place. This is to ensure that a conversation that is stated in scramble mode remains in scramble mode
even if the user receiving the initial transmission fails to switch their transmit mode to scramble. Unlike
the receive mode, the transmit mode does not switch to clear automatically. The user must manually
switch the mode to clear if transmitting in the clear mode is desired after an auto-switch.
Tone-Based Auto-Descramble: If automatic descrambling is desired Midian recommends using the
Packet-Based Auto-Descramble, as the tone based auto-descramble takes up about 1/3 of the voice
band and results in lower audio quality. The Tone-Based Auto-Descramble is only available in the VS1200-SM1G and cannot be used with VOX or ANI muting.
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These fields set how the switch is used (short press, long press or double press) and for which function (Lone
Worker enable, Lone Worker Reset, Emergency On/Off, etc.).
Trunking Delay Input > Active Polarity: This sets whether the unit needs an active low or active high indication
from the radio to indicate a trunked channel has been established. This is currently not available.
Trunking Delay Input > Debounce: If checked the unit will require a continuous active state for 30 msec before
accepting the Trunking Delay Input. This is currently not available.
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Tones > Beep Volume: Adjust the slider for the desired beep volume. This level is expressed as a percentage of
max voice audio level.
Tones > Over-The-Air-Signal Modulation: Adjust the slider for the desired signaling modulation level. This level
is expressed as a percentage of max voice audio level.
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AUDIO ALIGNMENT
This section describes how to determine and set the audio levels.
The procedures below can be used to approximate the response of the internal microphone or another speaker
mic accessory. These measurements must be taken within 15 seconds of powering the scrambler on. This is
because the scrambler may enter power saving mode after that time. Measurements made while the scrambler is
in power saving mode will not be valid.
1. A method for controlling transmitter modulation is required for accurate measurements in the TX mode. A
small speaker held in place near the microphone by a rubber band can serve this purpose in most cases. Use
a sine-wave generator to inject a 1000 Hz tone into the speaker. Adjust the output of the sine wave generator
so that the transmitter produces 60% of rated modulation while PTT is pressed.
2. Leaving the generator output set to the same level, install the SM-1 microphone with the same set up as
above. Press PTT and using a communications monitor, observe the modulation level.
3. In the programming software, adjust MIC Out to obtain 60% modulation.
4. Spkr In should be set to 1980 mvpp using 60% modulation.
5. MIC In and Spk Out should be set to 1920 mvpp using 60% modulation.
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OPERATION
The SM1 has three buttons; PTT, Button 1 and Button 2. The PTT button is the larger oblong button, Button 1 is
the top round button with one nub and Button 2 is the bottom round button with two nubs.
PTT Button:
The PTT button is used to send a PTT command to the radio to cause the radio to transmit and send the ANI.
Button 1 and Button 2:
Button 1 and Button 2 are momentary buttons that can be programmed for Scramble On/Off, Next Key, Lone
Worker On/Off, Lone Worker Reset and Emergency ANI. The functions can be selected by a short press, long
press (press and hold for 1.5 seconds) or double press.
Scramble On/Off: Pressing the assigned button in the programmed manner (i.e. short press, long press) will
toggle the scrambler between clear and scramble mode. The speaker will emit a medium tone followed by a high
tone to indicate scramble mode and a medium tone followed by a low tone to indicate clear mode.
Next Key: Pressing the assigned button in the programmed manner (i.e. short press, long press) will toggle the
scrambler to the next code if programmed for multiple codes. The speaker will emit a number of beeps
corresponding to the code number being selected.
Lone Worker On/Off: Pressing the assigned button in the programmed manner (i.e. short press, long press) will
turn the Lone Worker feature on and off. When enabled the unit must have user interaction (i.e. PTT press,
movement or Lone Worker Reset button press) within the programmed amount of time otherwise the unit will
send the Emergency ANI.
Lone Worker Reset: Pressing the assigned button in the programmed manner (i.e. short press, long press) will
reset the Lone Worker feature. The Lone Worker feature can also be reset by pressing the PTT or the
accelerometer detecting motion (if programmed).
Emergency ANI: Pressing the assigned button in the programmed manner (i.e. short press, long press) will
cause the unit to send the programmed Emergency ANI.
Man-Down (Accelerometer):
If programmed for Emergency ANI, Lone Worker or both and the unit does not detect motion for a programmed
amount of time, the unit will key and generate the Emergency ANI. The movement detection threshold is
programmable.
ANI Encode: When the PTT button is pressed and/or released, the unit will assert the PTT Output and send the
programmed ANI tones to the radio.
ENI Encode: When button programmed for Emergency ANI is pressed, or the Lone Worker or Man-Down
features are activated, the unit will assert the PTT Output and send the programmed Emergency ANI and the
voice message to the radio.
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Decode Functions:
Query: When the speaker mic receives a Query command from the CAD-800 it will transpond back indicating if it
is currently enabled or disabled.
Polling: When the speaker mic receives a Polling command from the CAD-800 it will transpond back to the CAD
with the unit’s last location fix.
Selective Call: The unit is capable of receiving three types of selective calls; individual, group and all. The
individual call is based on the group ID and unit ID. The group call is based on only the group ID. The all call is for
all units within the system. The unit will transpond back to the CAD-800 only on the individual call. The ring tones
consist of 50 msec of 627 Hz & 1320 Hz dual tone alternating with 50 msec of 627 Hz 1670 Hz dual tone. The
individual call ring consists of one long warble tone that lasts 1.6 seconds with a 4 second gap between rings. The
group call ring consists of a double warble tone (600 msec on, 400 msec off, 600 msec on) with a 4 second gap
between rings. The all call ring consists of a triple warble tone (400 msec on, 200 msec off, 400 msec on, 200
msec off, 400 msec on) with a 4 second gap between rings.
Radio Disable & Radio Enable: If a radio becomes lost or stolen or the user does not pay for access, the
speaker microphone can be “disabled”, so it will no longer key the radio or pass receive audio from the radio.
When disabled it will still respect Query, Polling and Spy commands. If the radio is found it can then be
Spy (Remote Monitoring): When the Spy command is received by the unit it will PTT the radio and pass audio
from the microphone to the radio for transmission. The length of time of this transmission is programmable for 15
seconds, 30 seconds, 45 seconds or 60 seconds.
Emergency Acknowledge: If the unit is programmed to send the Emergency ANI continuously or for multiple
times, the receipt of the Emergency Acknowledge command from the CAD-800 will cause the unit to stop the
emergency sequence and no longer send Emergency ANIs.
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TECHNICAL NOTES
Radio Compatibility: Midian has taken the utmost care to ensure the unit integrates with the radio with minimal
impact to the features of the radio. However, some features may not be available in the radio when this product is
used. If a feature is not available, please contact Midian to see if the feature can be added.
Power Save: In order to limit the impact the unit has on the battery life, Midian has implemented a power save
function. When in power save mode, several actions can bring the unit out of power save. These are button
presses, COR or VOX.
Button Presses: When the PTT, Button 1 or Button 2 is pressed the unit will come out of power save mode.
COR: When the COR Input sees activity on the channel the unit will come out of power save mode. Using the
COR power save function is preferred over VOX power save. If using the COR detect, then the VOX detect is not
available. Note: Most portable radios do not offer COR detection on the speaker mic port, so it will be necessary
to use VOX detection.
VOX: When the scrambler sees audio on the channel the unit will come out of power save mode. If using the VOX
detect, then the COR detect is not available.
ANI Muting: If ANI muting is enabled and the sensitivity is too low, the packet will not be muted. If the packet is
not muted, it will not be decoded.
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BATTERY INFORMATION
Battery Information: The rechargeable and replaceable battery is a 3.7 V 1200 mAh Lithium Ion Polymer type.
Safety Instructions:
Please follow the following warnings listed below to avoid possible hazards from the improper use of batteries and
to ensure correct and safe use.
Do not short-circuit the battery as it may generate heat. To avoid short-circuiting, do not let the battery come
in contact with metal objects at any time, especially when transporting.
Do not put the battery into a fire, as it may swell or explode. Do not use near any type of heat source. If the
battery leaks electrolyte or emits a strange smell, discontinue use and move the battery away from the heat
source.
Do not solder the battery.
Do not alter or disassemble the battery. Do not remove the battery’s cover or jacket.
Do not deform the battery by applying pressure. Do not throw, hit, drop, fold or impact the battery. Do not
penetrate the battery with any sharp objects. Do not subject the battery to any mechanical shocks.
Do not submerge the battery in water, or any type of liquid. Do not expose the battery to any type of water,
such as rain or moisture, as it might heat, corrode, or impair its function.
Do not connect the battery with reversed positive (+) and negative (-) terminals. Do not charge the battery
with the polarities reversed, as it may swell or explode.
Do not let electrolyte come into contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. If contact with the skin or eyes occurs,
immediately seek help from a doctor.
Use always the battery without any modifications to the unit.
Do not take the battery out, and try to do serial or parallel connection of batteries.
Keep the battery out of reach of babies and children to avoid any accidents.
Although rechargeable, the battery has a limited life-span. Replace when usage time between charges
becomes short.
Cover the terminals with insulating tape before proper disposal.
If there are any problems with the battery, immediately put the battery in a safe place and contact Midian.
Safety Handling for Transporter:
Quarantine: Packages that are crushed, punctured or torn open to reveal the contents should not be
transported. Such packages should be isolated until the shipper has been consulted, provided with
instructions and, if appropriate, arranged to have the product inspected and repacked.
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DISCLAIMER
Emergency Location: Midian intends its GPS speaker microphones to be used as an aid in locating users in
distress. It is not a lifesaving device and should not be relied upon as such. The GPS speaker microphone is not
intended to reduce the risks of loss, damage to property or injury to persons. While the GPS speaker microphone
may be used by first responders, rescue personnel and other people who may put themselves into dangerous
conditions in the course of their work, Midian does not represent or warrant to the customer that using the GPS
speaker microphone can or will prevent or reduce any injury or loss in the field. The GPS speaker microphone is
not meant to replace safety or lifesaving equipment and is meant only to supplement the use of proper safety
practices while in the field. Certain conditions may decrease the GPS speaker microphone’s range or accuracy
and may inhibit or prevent the operation of the GPS speaker microphone. These conditions may include, but are
not limited to, sources of electrical interference, extreme temperatures, smoke and water.
GPS Accuracy: GPS Accuracy is influenced by many factors, including the number of satellites in view,
atmospheric conditions, noisy radio signal, obstructions to the signal, etc. Obstructions to the signal can include
buildings, tunnels, terrain and others. Interference factors can result in an error of the displayed GPS location up
to 10 meters or more. However, GPS is typically accurate up to 7.8 meters (25.6 feet) 95% of the time. To get the
most accuracy from the GPS, the ideal conditions are when the GPS satellites and the receiver have a clear view
of each other and with no interference.