Sepura SEP8050 User Manual

DMR

Hand

portable radio

Quick Reference Guide

For SBP8000 / SCP8000 / SEP8000

General

This guide covers the basic operation of the DMR hand-portable radio. Please refer to the user guide for more detailed information on using this product.

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Contents

Safety .............................................................................................. 2

Regulatory ..................................................................................... 4

Caring for your product ............................................................... 5

Connectors, controls, buttons and keys .................................... 7

Keys, buttons and knobs overview ........................................... 8

Status icons .................................................................................... 8

LED status indicator ................................................................... 10

Battery information .................................................................... 10

Battery safety .................................................................. 10

Storage and transportation ................................................ 11

Charging your battery ....................................................... 11

Accessory information ............................................................... 12

Fit the battery .................................................................. 12

Remove the battery .......................................................... 12

Fit the antenna ................................................................ 12

Fit the belt clip ................................................................. 12

Basic operation ............................................................................ 13

Power On/Off................................................................... 13

Adjusting the volume ........................................................ 13

Selecting a channel .......................................................... 13

Making a PTT call ............................................................. 13

Receiving a PTT call ......................................................... 13

Emergency alarm ............................................................. 14

Quick Reference Guide

Safety

Read these safety instructions carefully.

Attention!

Sepura products are designed for use by mobile workforces, often working alone, and are intended for use in occupational and controlled conditions.

It is the responsibility of the person operating the product to ensure that it is operated safely at all times, and that local laws and regulations governing the usage of Radio Frequency (RF) products are observed. Obey all signs and instructions relating to the usage to RF wireless devices.

It is recommended that you obtain training on how to safely operate this product. Your personal safety could be affected if you do not understand how to operate this product correctly.

This product must not be operated in environments that exceed those listed in the product technical datasheet and in the Regulatory section of the product user guide.

Unauthorised modifications to the product could cause the product to become non-operational. Always use Sepura approved antenna, battery and accessories with this product.

Exposure to RF energy

Sepura designs and manufactures products to meet strict guidelines and international standards relating to Radio Frequency (RF) energy and the potential health risks associated with using such products. If you have any concerns about potential health risks associated with long term exposure to RF energy, you should obtain advice from your employer.

RF energy interference with electronic equipment

Some personal medical devices, such as hearing aids and pacemakers, can be affected by RF energy. Always consult your service provider or the manufacturer of the medical device before using RF wireless devices.

Some electronic devices are sensitive to RF energy. POWER OFF your radio when operating within health care facilities or other areas that are sensitive to RF energy.

Safely operating your radio

Your radio is not intrinsically safe and has not been designed for use in hazardous environments such gas fumes, flammable chemicals, or blasting areas. Check the compliance ratings of this product before operating the radio in any hazardous environment.

Your radio should be used in its normal operating position when hand-held, worn on the body or secured within a cradle. Always ensure that the antenna is pointed away from the body, particularly the eyes. When body-worn, the radio must be secured using a Sepura approved attachment. Ensure the antenna is at least 2.5 cm (1 in.) away from the body when transmitting.

Always ensure that your radio is operating correctly before entering any environment that has a potential risk to personal safety.

Only remove the antenna, battery or accessories when it is safe to do so.

Protection against hearing loss

NEVER place the radio next to your ear, like a mobile phone when making a PTT call. Your radio has a powerful loudspeaker that could potentially damage your hearing if held next to your

DMR Hand-portable radio SBP8000, SCP8000, SEP8000

ear. Always check the volume level before making and receiving calls.

Safety when driving a vehicle

Always obey local laws and regulations governing the operation of RF wireless devices when driving and whilst at locations. Do not operate your radio if it creates a distraction from driving safely and observing road conditions.

Always POWER OFF your radio at refuelling stations and obey warning signs relating to the use of RF wireless devices in the vicinity of refuelling stations.

Important safety notes about the Antenna

NEVER touch the antenna when the radio is transmitting, this may cause a minor burn to the skin and may affect the operational range of the antenna. NEVER use your radio if the antenna shows signs for damage.

DO NOT handle, hold or swing the radio by its antenna, because this may damage the antenna and the radio. Do not chew the antenna or place it into your mouth. NEVER use your radio without an antenna attached. Transmitting without an antenna may damage the radio. Only use a Sepura approved antenna with your radio.

Operational Conditions

Do not exceed the operational conditions for the radio and battery. Always check the technical data for this product before attempting to operate the product in extreme conditions. Leaving the radio in extreme temperatures (over 55 for example behind glass in direct sunlight may cause damage to the casing and the battery.

Care should be taken to avoid mechanical impact.

C or 131 °F),

Accessories

Sepura products have been tested to meet strict guidelines for personal safety and operational conditions. Only accessories approved by Sepura are recommended for use with this product. Always read the instructions supplied with the accessory for additional safety instructions.

The use of non-approved accessories may invalidate any product warranty. If a non-approved accessory is fitted, it may compromise the product safety ratings.

Always fit the RAC cover when an accessory is not in use.

Safe installation into vehicles

Electronic control mechanisms within a vehicle can be affected by the use of RF energy such as ABS and transmission controls. Always refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions and technical information relating to electronic modules and their wiring harnesses before installing an RF wireless device into a vehicle.

Do not install the product within the air bag deployment area. In the event of the air bag deflating, the radio could be propelled at great force potentially causing serious injury.

Servicing

Do not attempt to dismantle this product. Servicing and repairs to this product must be performed by trained service technicians at Sepura approved service centres.

Quick Reference Guide

Regulatory

Sepura declares that this product is complaint with the essential requirements and other relevant

provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC relating to radio and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. This product is also compliant with directive 2011/65/EU having been designed and manufactured to the RoHS requirements.

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment recycling

This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of as household or commercial waste. Some countries have set up

collection and recycling systems for waste electrical and electronic products. By ensuring that this product and its packaging is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health, and help conserve natural resources. Please dispose of your waste product according to your national and local regulations. Contact your service provider or Sepura for information about disposing of this product in your region of the world.

Disposing of batteries

Your radio is supplied with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. This symbol on the battery and its packaging indicates that it must not be disposed of with

household or commercial waste. Please dispose of your waste batteries according to your national and local regulations. Contact your service provider or Sepura about recycling batteries in your region of the world.

US and Canadian Markets

FCC radiation exposure statement

This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled applications where users have been made aware of the potential risks for exposure and can exercise control over their exposure. This product is not authorised for general population, consumer or similar use.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This radio is for occupational use only with a maximum PTT duty cycle of 50%.

IC RSS warning

The term “IC:” before the certification/registration number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

Le terme "IC:" devant le numéro de certification / enregistrement signifie seulement que les spécifications techniques d'Industrie Canada ont été respectées.

Nominal antenna port impedance / Impédance nominale

antenne Port ............................................................................... 50 Ω

IC radiation exposure statement

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

DMR Hand-portable radio SBP8000, SCP8000, SEP8000

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