Tait TPDB1A, TPDK5A User Manual

TP9300 DMR Portable Radios

User’s Guide

DRAFT

MPD-00001-02 · Issue 2 · November 2012

For your safety .......................................................... 9

Menu maps ....................................................................... 19

1 About this guide ...................................................... 21

Safety warnings used in this guide........................................... 21

Related documentation.................................................................... 21

2 Before using your radio ........................................ 23

For your safety — battery warning .................................................24

Attaching labels to the radio or battery ............................... 24

Charging the battery before first use ..........................................25

Attaching the battery ............................................................................25

Removing the battery ............................................................................26

Attaching the antenna ..........................................................................26

Removing the antenna ..........................................................................26

Attaching a belt clip ................................................................................26

Removing a belt clip ...............................................................................27

Installing an accessory .......................................................................... 27

3 Getting started........................................................ 28

About your DMR digital radio ...........................................................29

Lack of static noise ........................................................................... 29

Coverage.................................................................................................. 29

About the radio controls ..................................................................... 30

Understanding the radio display .....................................................32

Radio display icons............................................................................. 32

Understanding the radio indicators ..............................................34

Status indicators................................................................................. 34

Audible tones ......................................................................................... 35

Using function keys to access frequently used features . 37

Viewing the function key settings............................................. 37

Navigating the radio’s menus ...........................................................38

Using the Main menu ....................................................................... 38

Accessing frequently used menus........................................... 39

Using the alphanumeric keys to search a list ......................... 40

4 Basic operation ....................................................... 41

Turning the radio on and off ..............................................................42

Security lock on power-up feature........................................... 42

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Adjusting the speaker volume ......................................................... 43

Locking and unlocking the keypad ............................................... 43

Using a wireless headset .....................................................................44

Changing the radio’s operating mode ......................................... 46

5 Operating in trunked mode................................. 47

Checking that your network is available ...................................48

Changing your network................................................................... 48

Making a preset call ............................................................................... 50

About trunked zones and workgroups ........................................ 51

Selecting a zone.................................................................................... 51

Selecting a workgroup..................................................................... 52

Making a call to a workgroup ...................................................... 52

Selecting the homegroup............................................................... 53

Scanning workgroups....................................................................... 54

About emergency operation ............................................................. 55

Dialing a PABX number .........................................................................57

Dialing a PSTN number .........................................................................57

Receiving a call .......................................................................................... 58

Re-establishing a call ............................................................................. 59

Checking missed calls ...........................................................................60

About status messages ........................................................................ 62

About trunked text messages .......................................................... 64

Placing the radio in do-not-disturb mode ................................. 67

Calls to conventional channels or conventional groups ..68

6 Dialing calls in trunked mode ............................. 69

7 Operating in conventional mode ....................... 76

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MPT 1343 dialing ...................................................................................... 70

Nokia ANN fleet calls ..............................................................................72

Accessing common trunking functions ...................................... 74

Selecting a zone ........................................................................................77

Selecting a channel ................................................................................. 78

Selecting a group ..................................................................................... 79

Checking that a channel is clear ...................................................... 81

Making a call ............................................................................................... 82

Making a call using the address book ......................................... 83

Making a local call ................................................................................... 84

Connecting to a telephone network ............................................. 86

Making an emergency call .................................................................. 88

Sending a status message ..................................................................89

Transmitting at low power ................................................................. 90

Ending active calls ................................................................................... 91

Activating the repeater before a call ............................................92

Communicating directly with other radios ................................93

Receiving a call ......................................................................................... 94

Receiving a text message ................................................................... 94

Hearing faint and noisy signals ........................................................95

Using the radio in different repeater areas ...............................97

Scanning a group of channels ......................................................... 98

8 Customizing radio settings ............................... 104

Changing the external alert option ............................................. 105

Changing the volume of all audible indicators .................... 105

Changing the volume of keypress tones ................................. 106

Changing to quiet operation ........................................................... 106

Changing to silent operation ...........................................................107

Turning on backlighting .....................................................................107

Turning backlighting on momentarily.................................. 108

Adjusting the backlighting level.............................................. 108

9 Charging and caring for batteries ................... 109

About the chargers ............................................................................... 110

Before using the charger .................................................................... 111

Handle the battery safely .............................................................. 111

Attaching of labels............................................................................. 111

Charging temperatures.................................................................. 112

Leaving the battery on charge .................................................. 112

Low battery warning........................................................................ 114

Charging the battery .............................................................................115

LED behavior........................................................................................ 116

Removing the battery from the charger............................... 117

Maintaining battery life and performance ................................ 117

Storing batteries ......................................................................................118

Using batteries after storage ..................................................... 118

Disposing of batteries ...........................................................................118

10 Troubleshooting .................................................... 119

About troubleshooting ........................................................................120

When your radio won’t turn on ................................................. 120

Identifying the radio’s audible tones..................................... 120

Checking the version of your radio ........................................ 121

General care ...............................................................................................122

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Cleaning the contacts of the battery.................................... 122

Cleaning the radio ............................................................................ 122

Directive 1999/5/CE Declaration of Conformity . 123

Tait Software Licence Agreement .......................... 124

6 Contents

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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

www.taitradio.com/weee. Please be 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.

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 (RF) exposure guidelines, please read the following information before using this radio.

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 to.

It is also important that you:

■ Do not remove the RF Exposure label from the radio.

9 For your safety

■ 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 exposure.

To control your exposure to RF and comply with the maximum exposure limits for occupational/controlled environments, follow these guidelines:

■ 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.

■ When listening and talking on the radio, hold it

upright in front of your face so that it is at least one inch (2.5 cm) away from any part of your face. Keeping the radio at the recommended distance is important because exposure to RF decreases rapidly the further away the antenna is from your body.

■ Keep the antenna at least one inch (2.5 cm) from

your face at all times.

■ If you wear your radio, you must always put it in a

carrying accessory that has been specifically approved by Tait for this radio. Using non-approved body-worn accessories may mean you expose yourself to higher levels of RF than recommended by the FCC’s occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits.

■ Ensure you only use Tait-approved antennas,

batteries, and accessories.

10 For your safety

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.

Compliance with RF energy exposure standards

This two-way radio complies with these RF energy exposure standards and guidelines:

■ United States Federal Communications Commission,

Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR §§ 1.1307, 1.1310, and 2.1093.

■ 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 env iron ments a t opera ting du ty fa ctors o f up to 5 0% talk to 50% listen.

Conformité aux normes d’exposition à l’énergie RF

Cette radio émetteur-récepteur se conforme aux normes et aux règlements d’exposition à l’énergie RF :

■ La Commission fédérale de la communication des

Etats-Unis, Code de règlements fédéraux (CFR) Titre 47 Sections 1.1307, 1.1310 et 2.1091 (radios mobiles) ou 2.1093 (radios portatives).

■ 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.

■ La directive européenne 2004/40/EC concernant

les prescriptions minimales de sécurité et de santé relatives à l'exposition des travailleurs aux risques dus aux agents physiques (champs électromagnétiques).

Radio frequency emissions limits in

USA

the

CFR Title 47 Part 15.19 (a) (1) - Receivers

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.

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CFR Title 47 Part 15.19 (a) (3) - All other devices

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Radio frequency emissions limits in Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

USA public safety bands (764 –776 MHz and 794 – 806 MHz)

12 For your safety

The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 47 Subpart R deals with the use of frequencies in the 764 to 776 MHz and 794 to 806 MHz bands.

Low-power channels

This radio complies with § 90.531 (b) (3) and

§ 90.531 (b) (4) of 47 CFR. These sections state that only low-power transmission is permitted on the following channels:

■ Regional Planning channels, as defined in

§ 90.531 (b) (3).

■ Itinerant channels, as defined in § 90.531 (b) (4).

Use of encryption

This radio complies with § 90.553 (a) of 47 CFR. This states that:

■ Encryption is not permitted on the nationwide

Interoperability calling channels. These channels are defined in § 90.531 (b) (1) (ii).

■ Radios using encryption must have a readily

accessible switch or control to allow the radio user to disable encryption.

EMC regulatory compliance in Australia

This product meets all ACMA regulatory requirements for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). For more information about EMC compliance, visit the ACMA website at www.acma.gov.au.

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

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

Europe

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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).

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

Interference with electronic devices

14 For your safety

Brief Declarations of Conformity appear on page 123 of this booklet. To download the formal declaration of conformity, go to http://eudocs.taitradio.com/.

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.

Examples of electronic devices that may be affected by RF energy are:

■ aircraft electronic systems

■ vehicular electronic systems such as fuel injection,

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 transmitting.

Warning If you have a pacemaker:

■ immediately turn off the radio if you suspect it is

interfering with the pacemaker

■ keep the radio at least 6 inches (15 cm) from the

pacemaker while the radio is on

■ use the radio on your right side to minimize

interference

■ never carry the radio in a breast pocket.

If there is interference between your hearing aid and the radio, please discuss an alternative solution with the hearing aid manufacturer.

Potentially explosive atmospheres and blasting areas

Warning Unless the radio is specifically certified for use

in a potentially explosive atmosphere, turn off the radio before entering such an atmosphere. An explosion could cause serious injury or death. Examples of potentially explosive atmospheres include filling stations, and any environment where there are flammable liquids, gases, or dusts.

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

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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 check the vehicle regulations in your area.

Vehicle charger installation and operation

Multicharger safety information

16 For your safety

For detailed instructions necessary to the safe installation and operation of the vehicle charger, please refer to the documentation supplied with the vehicle charger.

Warning This device must be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet.

Norsk (no): Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt.

Suomi (fi): Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan.

Svenska (sv): Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag.

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 or electronic equipment fitted to automotive vehicles.

Unapproved modifications or changes to radio

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. Failure to do so could invalidate compliance requirements and void the user’s authority to operate the radio.

Attaching of labels

Warning Do not obstruct the vent hole on the battery

or the vent hole on the radio chassis label. If the vent on the battery is obstructed, the battery may explode, causing personal injury and/or damage to property. If the vent on the radio is obstructed, audio quality and/or key function may deteriorate and radio seals may be damaged.

Caution Tait recommends that you do not affix additional labels to the surfaces between the radio chassis and the battery. The fit between these surfaces is intentionally firm and any added thickness will damage the points of attachment between radio and battery. If you must attach a customized label, use only a thin gummed paper label applied to the bottom 25% of the radio chassis label and/or to the top 25% of the battery label. Do not obstruct the vent holes (see Warning above). Do not allow the paper label to extend beyond the recessed label area or to conceal relevant product information.

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Use of lithium-ion batteries

Warning A damaged battery can cause an explosion or

fire, and can result in personal injury and/or property damage. To prevent personal injury and/or damage to property, read the important safety information supplied with the battery.

Short-circuiting battery contacts

Warning Do not short-circuit the battery contacts,

neither intentionally nor accidentally, e.g. by placing the battery with conductive materials such as keys or jewelry inside a pocket or container. Short-circuiting the battery contacts can heat up the conductive material and cause personal injury and/or damage to property.

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Menu maps

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

Wireless headset

Connect

Reconnect last

Disconnect

Connection info

Manage headsets

Find new devices

Options

Power-on option Auto-connect

Workgroup setup*

My Workgroups** 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 Version info Customer info Serial number

Call groups GPS info Change network Change mode Diagnostics

This menu item may appear as

‘Group select’

** This menu item may appear as

‘Edit groups’

Menu maps 19

Main menu (conventional mode)

Channels Zones Address book Local calls Set status Dial radio call Dial patch call Wireless headset

Connect Reconnect last Disconnect Connection info Manage headsets Find new devices

Options

Power-on option Auto-connect

Radio settings

Functions

Scrambler Lock radio Low power tx Monitor Squelch o’ride VOX VOX sensitivity

Xband 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 Version info Customer info Serial number

Advanced

Program groups Set scan key

GPS info Change mode

20 Menu maps

1 About this guide

This user’s guide provides information about the TP9300 portable radios. If your radio does not operate as you expect, contact your radio provider for assistance.

Safety warnings used in this guide

Please follow exactly any instruction that appears in the text as an ‘alert’. An alert provides necessary safety information as well as instruction in the proper use of the product. This user’s guide uses the following types of alert:

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.

2 Before using your radio

Once you have unpacked your radio, there are a few tasks you must do before you can use it. The most important of these is to charge your battery for the first time — allow 2.5 hours for this.

This section covers:

■ For your safety — battery warning

■ Attaching labels to the radio or battery

■ Charging the battery before first use

■ Attaching the battery

■ Removing the battery

■ Attaching the antenna

■ Removing the antenna

■ Attaching a belt clip

■ Removing a belt clip

■ Installing an accessory

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For your safety — battery warning

Warning This radio uses a Lithium-ion battery. If the

battery is damaged or handled in an unsafe manner, it can cause personal injury and/or damage to property. Read the important safety information included with your battery.

Attaching labels to the radio or battery

Warning Do not cover the battery vent hole or the vent

hole on the radio chassis. If the vent on the battery is obstructed, the battery may explode, causing personal inj ury and /or damag e to pro perty. I f the ve nt on th e radi o is obstructed, audio quality and/or key function may deteriorate and radio seals may be damaged.

Notice Tait recommends that you do not affix additional labels to the surfaces between the radio chassis and the battery. The fit between these surfaces is intentionally firm and any added thickness will damage the points of attachment between radio and battery.

Attaching a label to the front panel

If a customer requires an additional label, attach the label in the spare label recess in the bottom edge of the radio front panel. In this position, the label is still visible while the battery is attached to the radio.

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spare label recess

The diagram below shows the specified dimensions of the label.

R0.13 in (3.2 mm)

0.28 in

(7 mm)

1.22 in (31 mm)

maximum label thickness: 0.03 in (0.8 mm)

Charging the battery before first use

Before using your battery for the first time, you must charge it. Follow the instructions included with your Tait charger. This information is repeated in the section

"Charging and caring for batteries" on page 109.

For best charging performance, switch off the radio before placing it in the charger.

Attaching the battery

Notice Fit the bottom edge of the battery to the radio,

then the top edge. Attempting to fit the top edge first may damage the contacts.

1 Rotate the power/volume control switch

counterclockwise to turn off the radio.

If the battery has been attached while the radio is turned on, turn the radio off and then on again before use.

2 Holding the radio firmly, align the back of the battery

with the back of the chassis.

3 Place the two lugs at the bottom edge of the battery

into the two slots in the bottom of the front panel.

4 Lightly press the top of the battery towards the radio

until the battery catch clicks.

5 Make sure that the battery is firmly in position.

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Removing the battery

The battery is secured to the radio by a battery catch in the radio’s rear panel.

To remove the battery from the radio, so that the battery can be charged or replaced:

1 Slide the battery catch up.

2 From the sides, pull the battery away from the radio.

Attaching the antenna

Before using the radio, screw the antenna clockwise into the antenna connector. The antenna should be screwed sufficiently tight so that it doesn’t unscrew easily.

Removing the antenna

Use a firm grip and turn the antenna counterclockwise half a turn. Use a lighter grip to fully unscrew the antenna, and carefully remove it.

Attaching a belt clip

To attach a belt clip to the radio:

1 Slide the belt clip into the two grooves at the top of

the battery.

2 Press down on the belt clip until it snaps into place.

26 Before using your radio

Removing a belt clip

The belt clip has been designed to prevent accidental removal, but you can take it off, if required.

To remove a belt clip from a battery:

1 Insert a flat screwdriver blade or similar flat object

under the lip of the release lock (that is, between it and the metal slider).

2 Lift the release lock up (away from the metal slider)

and hold it in position.

3 Slide the belt clip out.

Installing an accessory

Accessories plug into the radio’s accessory connector. The accessory connector is protected by a cover, which needs to be removed before an accessory can be installed.

Notice The accessory cover protects the accessory connector from electrostatic discharge. Keep the cover in place unless the connector is in use.

To remove the accessory cover and install an accessory:

1 Use a coin or other blunt object to loosen the screw

that secures the accessory cover to the radio.

2 Remove the accessory cover and store it in a safe

place.

3 Plug the accessory into the accessory connector.

4 Tighten the screw.

Before using your radio 27

3 Getting started

This section gives an overview of your DMR radio, describes the radio’s controls and indicators, and explains how the radio menus are organized.

This section covers:

■ About your DMR 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

■ Using the alphanumeric keys to search a list

28 Getting started

About your DMR digital radio

Your digital radio may be programmed for DMR (digital) trunking, MPT (analog) trunking, or both (dual mode). Dual mode networks are able to receive both digital and analog calls. Fully-featured conventional analog operation is also available.

You may notice differences between analog and digital calls in terms of:

■ static noise in low signal areas, and

■ radio coverage in marginal reception areas.

Lack of static noise

On digital networks 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 networks, the background noise in a call gets progressively worse when you are in fringe areas or even slightly outside normal coverage areas. With digital networks, 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.

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About the radio controls

The radio controls are the PTT key, power/volume control, channel selector, 3-way selector control (optional), 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.

3-way selector

control (optional)

power / volume

control

channel selector

function key 1 status LED

function key 2

(press-to-talk)

function key 3

function key 4

left selection key

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speaker / microphone

PTT key

display

scroll keys right selection key

alphanumeric keys

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