Tait TMBK5B, TMBB1A, TMBB1B Users Manual

TM9300/TM9400 Mobile Radio
User’s Guide
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MMB-00001-01 · Issue 1 · August 2012

Contents

1 About this guide........................................ 12
Safety warnings used in this guide ........................... 12
Related documentation ............................................ 12
2 Getting started .......................................... 13
About your digital radio ............................................... 14
Lack of static noise................................................... 14
Coverage ................................................................. 14
About the radio controls .............................................. 15
About the keypad microphone................................. 16
Understanding the radio display .................................. 17
Radio display icons ................................................... 17
Understanding the radio indicators .............................. 19
Status indicators....................................................... 19
Audible tones........................................................... 20
Using function keys to access frequently used features 21
Viewing the function key settings............................. 21
Navigating the radio’s menus ...................................... 22
Using the Main menu............................................... 22
Accessing frequently used menus............................. 22
Locating a menu ...................................................... 24
3 Basic operation .......................................... 26
Turning the radio on and off ....................................... 27
Security lock on power-up feature............................ 27
Adjusting the speaker volume ...................................... 28
Locking and unlocking the keypad ............................... 28
Changing your operating mode ................................... 29
Making and receiving calls ........................................... 30
Conventional mode.................................................. 30
Trunked mode ......................................................... 31
Limiting call time...................................................... 31
4 Troubleshooting ........................................ 34
Troubleshooting .......................................................... 35
When your radio won’t turn on................................ 35
Identifying the radio’s audible tones......................... 36
Checking the version of your radio ........................... 37
Removing the microphone ....................................... 37
General care ................................................................ 38
Cleaning the radio ................................................... 38
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5,377,229 5,502,767. The AMBE+2™ voice coding Technology embodied in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. This voice coding Technology is licensed solely for use within this Communications Equipment. The user of this Technology is explicitly prohibited from attempting to decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the Object Code, or in any other way convert the Object Code into a human-readable form. Protected by U.S. Patents 5,870,405 5,826,222 5,754,974 5,701,390 5,715,365 5,649,050 5,630,011 5,581,656 5,517,511 5,491,772 5,247,579 5,226,084 and
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Environmental responsibilities
Tait Limited is an environmentally responsible company which supports waste minimization, material recovery and restrictions in the use of hazardous materials.
The European Union’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive requires that this product be disposed of separately from the general waste stream when its service life is over. For more information about how to dispose of your unwanted Tait product, visit the Tait WEEE website at environmentally responsible and dispose through the original supplier, or contact Tait Limited.
Tait Limited also complies with the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) Directive in the European Union.
In China, we comply with the Measures for Administration of the Pollution Control of Electronic Information Products. We will comply with environmental requirements in other markets as they are introduced.
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For your safety

Before using your radio, please read the following important safety and compliance information.
Radio frequency exposure information
For your own safety and to ensure you comply with the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) radio frequency following information before using this
Using this radio
You should use this radio only for work-related purposes (it is not authorized for any other use) and if you are fully aware of, and can exercise control over, your exposure to RF energy. To prevent exceeding FCC RF exposure limits, you must control the amount and duration of RF that you and other people are exposed
It is also important that you:
Do not remove the RF Exposure label from
(RF) exposure guidelines, please read the
radio.
to.
the radio.
Ensure this RF exposure information accompanies
the radio when it is transferred to other users.
Do not use the radio if you do not adhere to the
guidelines on controlling your exposure to RF.
Controlling your exposure to RF energy
This radio emits radio frequency (RF) energy or radio waves primarily when calls are made. RF is a form of electromagnetic energy (as is sunlight), and there are recommended levels of maximum RF
To control your exposure to RF, and comply with the RSS-210 Industry Canada maximum exposure limits for occupational/controlled environments, follow these
guidelines:
exposure.
For your safety 5
Do not talk (transmit) on the radio more than the rated transmit duty cycle. This is important because the radio radiates more energy when it is transmitting than when it is receiving.
While you are transmitting (talking or sending data) on the radio, you must ensure that there is always a distance of 35 inches (0.9 m) between people and the antenna. This is the minimum safe distance. For 110 W mobiles, the minimum safe distance is 44 inches (1.1 m).
Use the radio only with Tait-approved antennas and
attachments, and make only authorized modifications to the antenna otherwise you could damage the radio and violate FCC regulations.
For more information on what RF energy is and how to control your exposure to it, visit the FCC website at
www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html.
RSS-210 Industry Canada warning statement
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit an RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from the Health Canada’s website
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca.
Compliance with RF energy exposure standards
6 For your safety
This two-way radio complies with these RF energy exposure standards and
United States Federal Communications
guidelines:
Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR
§§ 1.1307, 1.1310, and 2.1091.
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.
This radio complies with the IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environments at operating duty factors of up to 50% talk to 50%
listen.
Radio frequency emissions limits in the USA
Part 15 of the FCC Rules imposes RF emission limits on
receivers.
This radio complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful
interference.
Frequency band reserved for distress beacons
Frequency band 406 to 406.1 MHz is reserved for use by distress beacons. Transmissions should not be made within this frequency
band.
Health, safety and electromagnetic compatibility in Europe
In the European Community, radio and telecommunications equipment is regulated by Directive 1999/5/EC, also known as the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) directive. The requirements of this directive include protection of health and safety of users, as well as electromagnetic compatibility.
Intended purpose of product
This product is an FM radio transceiver. It is intended for radiocommunication in the Private Mobile Radio (PMR) or Public Access Mobile Radio (PAMR) services, to be used in all member states of the European Union (EU) and states within the European Economic Area (EEA).
For your safety 7
Restrictions
This product can be programmed to transmit on frequencies that are not harmonized throughout the EU/EEA, and will require a licence to operate in each member state.
This product can be programmed for frequencies or emissions that may make its use illegal. Where applicable, a license must be obtained before this product is used. All license requirements must be observed. Limitations may apply to transmitter power, operating frequency, channel spacing, and
emission.
Declaration of conformity
Brief Declarations of Conformity appear on page 2 of this booklet. To download the formal declaration of conformity, go to
http://eudocs.taitradio.com/.
A signed and dated paper copy of the declaration of conformity can be obtained from Tait Communications.
Interference with electronic devices
Some electronic devices may be prone to malfunction due to the lack of protection from RF energy that is present when your radio is
transmitting.
8 For your safety
Examples of electronic devices that may be affected by RF energy
aircraft electronic systems
vehicular electronic systems such as fuel injection,
are:
anti-skid brakes, and cruise control
medical devices such as hearing aids
and pacemakers
medical equipment in hospitals or health
care facilities.
Switch off the radio before boarding an aircraft. Using your radio while in the air is not
permitted.
Consult the manufacturer (or its representative) of any such electronic devices to determine whether electronic circuits in those devices will perform normally when the radio is
If you have a pacemaker, immediately turn off the radio if you suspect it is interfering with the pacemaker.
If there is interference between your hearing aid and the radio, please discuss an alternative solution with the hearing aid manufacturer.
transmitting.
Potentially explosive atmospheres and blasting areas
Warning Turn off the radio before approaching
blasting caps, a blasting area, or any area where you are instructed to turn off a two-way radio. Obey all signs and instructions. Interference with blasting operations could cause serious injury or death.
Radio installation and operation in vehicles
Warning Keep the radio away from airbags and airbag
deployment areas. Do not install, charge, or place a radio near such areas. An activated airbag can propel a portable radio with sufficient force to cause serious injury to vehicle occupants. An airbag may not perform to specification if obstructed by a radio.
Warning To avoid damage to existing wiring, airbags, fuel tanks, fuel and brake lines, or battery cables, refer to the installation guide for the radio, and to the vehicle manufacturer’s manual, before installing electronic equipment in the vehicle.
Using a handheld microphone or a radio while driving a vehicle may violate the laws and legislation that apply in your country or state. Please regulations in your
area.
check the vehicle
For your safety 9
Radio protection when charging the vehicle battery
Always remove the fuses from the radio power cable before charging the vehicle battery, connecting a second battery, or using power from another vehicle (e.g. when jump-starting the
vehicle).
Electromagnetic compatibility in European vehicles
In the European Community, radio equipment fitted to automotive vehicles is regulated by Directive 72/245/ EEC and its amendments. The requirements of this directive cover the electromagnetic compatibility of electrical vehicles.
To meet the requirements of Directive 72/245/EEC and its amendments, installation of this product in a vehicle must be performed according to the instructions provided by the vehicle
Notice Failure to install the product correctly may void the vehicle’s type-approval. The owner could be held responsible for any damage resulting from vehicle failure that can be attributed to RF energy interfering with the vehicle systems.
or electronic equipment fitted to automotive
manufacturer
Unapproved modifications or changes
radio
to
10 For your safety
The radio is designed to satisfy the applicable compliance regulations. Do not make modifications or changes to the radio that are not expressly approved by Tait Limited. Failure to do so could invalidate compliance requirements and void the user’s authority to operate the
radio.
High radio surface temperatures
Warning The bottom surface of the radio and the
heatsink fins can become hot during prolonged operation. Do not touch these parts of the
EN 60950 requirements (25 watt mobiles)
This radio complies with the European Union standard EN
60950 when operated up to the rated 33% duty cycle of two minutes transmit and four minutes receive, and with ambient temperatures of 30
Warning Operation outside these limits may cause the external temperature of the radio to rise higher than this standard permits.
110 watt mobiles
Do not place objects on the radio. The heatsink needs a clearance of at least one of
air.
inch (2.5 cm) and a free flow
radio.
°C or lower.
For your safety 11

1 About this guide

This user’s guide provides information about TM9300 and TM9400 mobile radios. If your radio does not operate as you expect, contact your radio provider for assistance.

Safety warnings used in this guide

Within this user’s guide, the following warnings are used to alert you to important safety information:
Warning This alert is used when there is a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Caution This alert is used when there is a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Notice This alert is used to highlight information that is required to ensure procedures are performed correctly. Incorrectly performed procedures could result in equipment damage or malfunction.
This icon is used to draw your attention to information that may improve your understanding of the equipment or procedure.

Related documentation

12 About this guide
The following documentation is also available for your Tait radio, which you can access from the Tait Technical Support website (
Safety and Compliance Information—supplied with
each radio. (The same information is included in this user’s guide.)
Installation Guide—covers installing the TM9300/
TM9400 mobile radios, microphones, antennas, emergency switches, and external alert devices.
Accessory installation instructions—may be supplied
with an accessory.
http://support.taitradio.com):

2 Getting started

This section describes your radio’s controls and indicators.
This section covers:
About your digital radio
About the radio controls
Understanding the radio display
Understanding the radio indicators
Using function keys to access frequently used
features
Navigating the radio’s menus
Locating a menu
Getting started 13

About your digital radio

Your digital radio may have some channels programmed as either analog or dual mode. Dual mode channels are able to receive both digital and analog calls.
You may notice differences between your radio’s analog and digital channels in terms of:
static noise in low signal areas, and
radio coverage in marginal reception areas.

Lack of static noise

On digital channels there is no static noise, even in low signal areas. This lack of static is because your digital radio removes the ‘noise’ from the call, so that you hear only clear voice.

Coverage

With analog channels, the background noise in a call gets progressively worse when you are in fringe areas or even slightly outside normal coverage areas. With digital channels, a call remains clear and then drops off quickly at the border of a coverage area. The reason for this is that a digital call is either received or it isn't.
14 Getting started

About the radio controls

The radio controls are the PTT key, volume control, on / off key, scroll keys, selection keys and function keys. Some keys have functions assigned to both short and long key presses:
a short key press is less than one second, and
a long key press is more than one second.
The radio controls and their functions are described in the following sections.
PTT key
(press-to-talk)
microphone
display
on/off key
volume
control
microphone
socket
radio status LEDs
green
red
orange
speaker
function keys
1 to 4
left selection key right selection key
Name Function
PTT key Press and hold to transmit and release to
listen
Volume control Rotate to change the speaker volume
On/off key Turn the radio on or off with a long press
Left and right selection keys
Scroll keys Scroll up and down through a list of menu
Emergency key Activates emergency mode
Function keys Programmed for frequently used options
Action determined by the text above the selection key
options, scroll left and right in messages, or select the Quick Access menu
scroll keys
Getting started 15

About the keypad microphone

Your radio may have a keypad microphone installed. The keypad microphone has a PTT key as well as alphanumeric keys, two scroll keys, and left and right selection keys.
The PTT key, the scroll keys and the selection keys all work in the same way as those on the radio control head (see
microphone
“About the radio controls” on page 15).
PTT key
(press-to-talk)
left selection
key
alphanumeric keys
right selection key
scroll keys
16 Getting started

Understanding the radio display

The messages and icons you see on your radio display depend on the mode in which your radio is operating and the way it is programmed.

Radio display icons

These are some of the icons you may see on your radio display:
Icon Meaning
Scanning: your radio is monitoring a group of channels or talkgroups for activity
Scanning: your radio is monitoring a group of channels or talkgroups for activity, and the currently selected channel or talkgroup is a member of the scan group
External alert: external alert is turned on
Silent operation: your radio’s audible tones have been turned off
Low-power transmit: your radio is set to transmit on low power
Transmit: your radio is transmitting
Headset connected: there is a wireless headset connected to your radio Flashing: your radio is attempting to connect to a headset, or the headset connection has been lost
Scrambler: the voice-inversion scrambler is turned on
Zone: this letter represents the zone in which your radio is operating, where represents zone 11)
Signal strength indicator: the more bars, the stronger the signal being received by the radio
Scrolling: you can use or to move through a list, or access a Quick Reference menu
A is zone 1, Z is zone 26 (for example, K
Getting started 17
Icon Meaning
Conventional mode icons
Monitor or squelch override: monitor or squelch override is turned on
Repeater talkaround: your radio is operating in repeater talkaround mode, or you are on a simplex channel
Trunked mode icons
Call queuing: call queuing is turned on
Call queuing: there are calls in the call queue
Service: your radio is operating on a DMR or MPT trunked network Flashing: your radio is attempting to access a trunked network
Trunking: your radio has established a call and you are now able to speak to the other party
18 Getting started

Understanding the radio indicators

The status LED indicators and the radio’s audible tones—together with the radio display—all combine to give you information about the state of your radio.
The most common way the indicators work is described in the following sections.
Notice The way these indicators behave may be affected by the way your radio is programmed.

Status indicators

red
green
orange
status LEDs
Color Meaning
Red (transmit)
Green (receive)
orange (scanning)
Glowing: your radio is transmitting
Flashing: your transmit timer is about to expire
Glowing: the current channel is busy
Flashing: you have received a call or monitor is active
Glowing: your radio is scanning a group of channels for activity
Flashing: your radio has detected activity on a channel, and has halted on this channel
Getting started 19

Audible tones

The radio uses audible tones to alert you to its status:
Radio controls and keypress tones—the tones and
beeps you hear when you press your radio’s keys or use the controls.
Incoming call tone—when the radio is receiving
a call.
Notice If quiet or silent mode is turned on, you will not hear any alert tones.
Some of the more common audible tones are described
Tone Meaning
below:
One short beep
Valid keypress: the action you have
attempted is permitted
Function activated: a function has been
turned on (using either the Main menu or a function key)
One long, low­pitched beep
Invalid keypress: the action you have
attempted is not permitted
Transmission inhibited: you have
attempted to transmit, but for some reason you cannot make a call at this time
One short, low­pitched beep
Function deactivated: a function has been turned off (using either the Main menu or a function key)
Two short beeps Radio turned on: the radio is powered on
and ready to use
20 Getting started

Using function keys to access frequently used features

The function keys provide access to some of the features you use most often. These features are assigned to the function keys when the radio is programmed. Some keys may have a feature associated with both a short key press and a long key press.
Channel 12
Zone 11
Talkgr

Viewing the function key settings

Use the Main menu to check the features assigned to your radio’s function keys:
Menu
function keys
1 Press Menu and select Radio settings > Radio info
>
Key settings.
2 In the Key Settings menu, scroll through the list of
function keys.
3 Press Select to view details of the function
associated with a particular function key.
The example shown is for a function key programmed to turn backlighting on and off.
Backlighting toggle
OKBack
4 Press the left or right selection key to return to
the
menu.
Getting started 21

Navigating the radio’s menus

Your radio has a number of menus, each containing lists or submenus. The menus available depend on the way your radio is programmed.

Using the Main menu

To access the Main menu, press the right selection key whenever
Use the scroll keys to move through the menu list.
Main menu
Zones
Address book
Menu appears above it.
Channel 12
Zone 11
Menu
SelectBack

Accessing frequently used menus

22 Getting started
When the menu you want is highlighted, press Select to open the menu you have chosen.
Tip: To quickly exit the menu system, press and hold the left selection key when the word appears above it.
Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may have two different Quick Access menus. One Quick Access menu is displayed when you press a scroll key, and the other when you press the left selection key. These give you easy access to the menus you use most
often.
Cancel or Back

Using the scroll key Quick Access menu

There are two ways to use this Quick Access menu:
Use the scroll keys to scroll through a list of zones or
channels.
Press the scroll keys and the Quick Access menu
appears.
In this example, the Channels menu is the Quick Access menu. Use the scroll keys Channels menu
.
to go directly to the
Channel 12
Zone 11
Menu
The Channels menu, with a list of your available channels, is now displayed
.
Channels
Channel 1
Channel 2
SelectCancel

Using the left selection key Quick Access menu

The text above the left selection key corresponds to the Quick Access menu, for example, Zones.
To use this Quick Access menu:
Press the left selection key and the associated menu
appears.
Channel 12
Zone 11
MenuZones
Getting started 23

Locating a menu

The following diagrams shows the menus and submenus that may be programmed for your radio, in either conventional or trunked mode.
Main menu (conventional mode)
Channels Zones Address book Local calls Set status Dial radio call Dial patch call Radio settings
Functions
Scrambler Lock radio Low power tx Monitor Squelch o’ride VOX VOX sensitivity Repeater Talkaround
Call settings
Ignore 2-tone
Alert settings
External alert Indicator level Keypress tones Quiet operation Silent operation
Display settings
Backlight level Backlighting Contrast adjust RSSI
Radio info
Key settings Multi head info Version info Customer info Serial number
Radio updates
Update now Undo last update
Advanced services
Program groups Set scan key
GPS info Change mode
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Main menu (trunked mode)
Preset calls Set zone Set workgroup Go to homegroup Scanning Send
Status
Text message
Preset message Edit message New message
Dispatcher call
Broadcast call
Send group Send to preset Send to dialed
Conference call
Send group Send to preset Send to dialed
Priority call
Send dispatcher Send to preset Send to dialed
Emergency call
Send dispatcher Send to preset Send to dialed
Group select
Edit groups
Set homegroup
Subscribe all
Unsubscribe all
Radio settings
Functions
Scrambler Lock radio VOX VOX sensitivity
Call settings
Call queuing Do not disturb
Alert settings
External alert Indicator level Keypress tones Quiet operation Silent operation
Display settings
Backlight level Backlighting Contrast adjust Channel display RSSI
Radio info
Trunked identity Key settings Multi head info Version info Customer info Serial number
Radio updates
Update now Undo last update
Call groups GPS info Change network Change mode Diagnostics
Getting started 25

3 Basic operation

This section describes the basic operation of your radio.
This section covers:
Turning the radio on and off
Adjusting the speaker volume
Locking and unlocking the keypad
Changing your operating mode
Making and receiving calls
26 Basic operation

Turning the radio on and off

Long press the on/off key to turn the radio either on or
off.
volume control
on/off key
When the radio is first turned on, the red, green, and orange LEDs flash briefly, and the radio gives two short beeps. A brief message may appear on the display.

Security lock on power-up feature

Your radio may be automatically locked each time it is powered-up. If the message display, enter your assigned PIN (personal identification number). See
“Unlocking the radio”.

Locking the radio

Enter PIN appears in the
1 Press Menu and select Radio settings > Functions
>
Lock radio. (Depending on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to press a function key to turn radio lock on and off.)
2 Scroll to either On or Off and press Select. (The
current setting is highlighted.)
The radio is now locked and the message Enter PIN appears in the display.

Unlocking the radio

To unlock your radio, use the unlock sequence you
have been given. (This is a pre-programmed sequence of four keys.)
The radio remains locked until the correct sequence of keys is pressed. If you forget the unlock sequence or you do not know it, contact your radio provider for assistance.
Basic operation 27

Adjusting the speaker volume

Rotate the power/volume control clockwise to increase the speaker volume and counterclockwise to decrease the volume. The raised dot indicates the current volume setting.
Notice The volume control also changes the volume level of the radio’s audible indicators.

Locking and unlocking the keypad

The keypad lock feature prevents you from pressing a key accidentally. The number of keys that are locked depends on the way your radio is programmed.
If you receive a call while the keypad is locked, press any key to answer.
To lock the keypad:
Press and hold the right selection key for about one
second.
The message Keypad locked briefly appears in the display, and key, in place of
Unlock appears above the left selection
Menu.
28 Basic operation
When any of the locked keys are pressed, the message
To unlock the keypad:
Press and hold the right selection key for about one
second.
Keypad lock active appears.

Changing your operating mode

The way your radio performs basic functions, such as sending and receiving calls, depends on the operating mode of your network. The two operating modes that are available on your radio are:
conventional mode, and
trunked mode.
To change your operating mode:
1 Press Menu and select Change mode. (Depending
on how your radio is programmed, you may be able to press a function key to change mode.)
2 Select Yes to confirm your selection, and your radio
now shows the default display for either conventional of trunked mode.
Basic operation 29

Making and receiving calls

Conventional mode

Making a call

1 Select the required channel or scan group.
You may need to select the zone you want first, then select the channel or group from that zone.
2 Check that the channel is clear. If the green LED is
glowing, the channel is busy and you may not be able to transmit.
3 Once the channel is clear (the green LED is off), lift
the microphone off the microphone clip.
4 Hold the microphone about 2 inches (5cm) from
your mouth.
5 Press and hold the PTT key to transmit.
6 Speak clearly into the microphone and release the
PTT key when you have finished talking.
While you are transmitting, the red LED glows and the transmit icon appears in the display.
30 Basic operation

Receiving a call

When there is valid activity on your radio’s currently selected channel or group, the radio then unmutes and you can hear the call. If the incoming call contains special signalling that matches the signalling programmed for your radio, the green LED flashes and your radio may give a ringing tone.

Trunked mode

Making a call

1 Select a preset call from your list of preset calls, and
select
Send. Alternatively, you may be able to dial
the call using your keypad microphone.
While the call is being set up, you can select Clear to cancel the call.
2 Once the called party answers, lift the microphone
off the microphone clip.
3 Hold the microphone about 2 inches (5cm) from
your mouth.
4 Press and hold the PTT key to transmit.
5 Speak clearly into the microphone and release the
PTT key when you have finished talking.
While you are transmitting, the red LED glows and the transmit icon appears in the display.

Receiving a call

When you receive a call, your radio displays the caller’s identity and either automatically accepts the call, or waits for you to accept the call.
Once the GO symbol appears, you can proceed with the call.

Limiting call time

Your radio may limit the amount of time you can talk (transmit) continuously. This is known as the ‘transmit timer’ or ‘time-out timer’ and allows other radio users to make calls on that channel.
The radio warns you before the transmit timer expires by beeping three times. The red status LED flashes and the message the display.
Transmit timeout imminent appears in
Basic operation 31

4 Troubleshooting

This section describes troubleshooting procedures and basic maintenance.
This section covers:
Troubleshooting
When your radio won’t turn on
Checking the version of your radio
Removing the microphone
General care
Cleaning the radio
34 Troubleshooting

About troubleshooting

If you are experiencing difficulty operating your radio, you may find the following sections helpful. Consult your radio provider for assistance, if necessary.

When your radio won’t turn on

If the red, green and orange LEDs on the control head do not light up when the radio is turned on, it is probable that power is not reaching the radio. Check the following:
Is the power connector firmly plugged into the rear
of the radio?
Are the in-line fuses in good condition?
Is the power cable securely connected to the vehicle
battery or power supply?
If all appears to be in order, but your radio still fails to operate properly, contact your radio provider for further assistance.
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Identifying the radio’s audible tones

The radio’s audible tones can help you identify a potential problem:
Audible tone Meaning
One short, high­pitched beep
Two short beeps The radio has been made operable
Two low-pitched beeps
Two high-pitched beeps
Continuous low­pitched tone
The radio has been made inoperable (‘stunned’ or ‘inhibited’) by your service provider.
(‘revived’ or ‘uninhibited’) by your service provider.
The radio’s temperature is high. (The radio will continue to operate.)
The radio’s temperature is in the very high range and all calls will now be at low power. If the radio’s temperature rises above this range, calls will be inhibited.
Turn off the radio and allow it to cool down.
Radio system error: a system error has occurred and the radio may be inoperable. COntact your radio provider.
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Checking the version of your radio

Your radio provider may ask you for the hardware and
firmware version of your radio, for
troubleshooting
purposes.

Using the Main menu

1 Press Menu and select Radio info > Version info.
2 Scroll to the version information you want to view
and press
Select.

Using the PTT key

Hold down the PTT key and turn on the radio.
The firmware and hardware versions, and your radio’s frequency band is briefly displayed.

Removing the microphone

Notice For information on installing or removing your
radio from a vehicle, refer to the TM9300/TM9400 Installation Guide.
1 Using your thumb or forefinger, lift up one of the
corners of the microphone grommet and firmly (but gently) pull that corner until the seal comes away from the cavity.
microphone grommet
Caution Remove the grommet carefully as it serves two important functions. Firstly, it prevents damage to the microphone socket due to movement of the microphone cord, and secondly, it ensures that the control head is sealed against water, dust, and other environmental hazards.
2 Repeat to expose another corner.
3 Pull the exposed corners back and slide the grommet
up the cable to reveal the microphone plug.
4 Remove the plug from the microphone socket.
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General care

Your radio requires no regular maintenance other than ensuring that all the cables and connections are secure, and that no damage has occurred to the antenna or
wiring.
To prevent permanent damage to the radio cover, do not allow the radio to come into contact with detergents, alcohol, aerosol sprays or petroleum-based products.

Cleaning the radio

If you need to clean the radio cover, use a cloth dampened with clean water. Do not immerse the radio in fluids.
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Index

distress beacons
function key settings
7
21
A
alert tones 20
see also audible tones
antenna
safe distance, from antenna
6
audible tones
meaning of types of
36
20
C
calls
permitted length of care, of radio cleaning radio compliance information
38
38
31
5
D
digital radio
coverage
lack of static noise display
icons distress beacons, frequency
documentation, related
14
17
band reserved for
14
7
12
G
green LED 19 grommet
functions of removing
37
37
H
hardware version, identifying
37
I
incoming call tone. See audible
tones
invalid keypress beep
K
key press
long and short, explained keypad microphone keypress
invalid
20
tones. See audible tones.
16
L
long key press 15
20
15
E
exposure, to RF 5
F
firmware version, identifying
37
frequency band, reserved for
M
Main menu
accessing
exiting quickly manuals, related menus
accessing
quick access
22
22
22
12
22, 23
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microphone
removing microphone, keypad monitor
radio icon for
37
16
18
O
on/off key 27 orange LED
19
P
power up radio 27
Q
quick access menus 22, 23
R
radio
maintenance
turning on and off
unlocking
version radio controls radio frequency (RF) energy
causing electronic devices to
malfunction
compliance with exposure
standards
controlling exposure to radio, not turning on red LED related documentation repeater talkaround
RF, exposure to
19
radio display icon for
38
27
27
37
15
8
6
35
12
18
5
5
S
safety
information warnings used in user’s
guide scrolling indicator short key press speaker volume, adjusting
5
12
17
15
28
T
time-out timer 31 transmission time, limited transmit timer troubleshooting
31
35
31
U
unlocking the radio 27
V
Valid 20 version information, of radio
37
volume, changing
28
W
warning tones. See audible
tones
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