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Tyco Electronics P5400 User Manual

Operator’s Manual
MM-012099-001
Rev. B, Mar/08
M/A-COM
P5400 Series
Portable Radio
MANUAL REVISION HISTORY
REV DATE REASON FOR REVISION
- Sep/07 Initial release.
A Oct/07 Added SAR information for UHF-H series P5400 portable radios.
B Mar/08 Added SAR information for VHF series P5400 portable radios and updated the product warranty.
M/A-COM Technical Publications would particularly appreciate feedback on any errors found in this document and suggestions on how the document could be improved. Submit your comments and suggestions to:
Tyco Electronics Wireless Systems Segment M/A-COM, Inc. Fax your comments to: 1-434-455-6851 Technical Publications or 221 Jefferson Ridge Parkway e-mail us at: techpubs@tycoelectronics.com Lynchburg, VA 24501
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The software contained in this device is copyrighted by M/A-COM, Inc. Unpublished rights are reserved under the copyright laws of the United States.
This device is made under license under one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 4,590,473; 4,636,791; 5,148,482; 5,185,796; 5,271,017; 5,377,229; 4,716,407; 4,972,460; 5,502,767; 5,146,497; 5,164,986; 5,185,795.
CREDITS!
EDACS are registered trademarks of M/A-COM, Inc. TORX is a registered trademark of CAMCAR division of TEXTRON, Inc.
All other product and brand names are trademarks, registered trademarks, or service marks of their respective holders.
NOTICE!
This manual covers M/A-COM products manufactured and sold by M/A-COM, Inc.
This product conforms to the European Union WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC. Do not dispose of this product in a public landfill. Take it to a recycling center at the end of its life.
The 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. 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 human-readable form.
Repairs to this equipment should be made only by an authorized service technician or facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs, alterations, or substitution of recommended parts made by the user to this equipment not approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment in addition to the manufacturer’s warranty.
This manual is published by M/A-COM, Inc., without any warranty. Improvements and changes to this manual necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by M/A-COM, Inc., at any time and without notice. Such changes will be incorporated into new editions of this manual. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose, without the express written permission of M/A-COM, Inc.
Copyright© 2007-2008 M/A-COM, Inc. All rights reserved.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1 SAFETY CONVENTIONS ..................................................................................................................10
2 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ............................................................................................11
2.1 RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES.................................................................................................11
2.2 ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE/COMPATIBILITY...............................................12
3 OPERATING TIPS..............................................................................................................................13
3.1 EFFICIENT RADIO OPERATION ...........................................................................................13
3.1.1 Antenna Care and Replacement.....................................................................................13
3.1.2 Electronic Devices.........................................................................................................13
3.1.3 Aircraft...........................................................................................................................14
3.1.4 Electric Blasting Caps ...................................................................................................14
3.1.5 Potentially Explosive Atmospheres...............................................................................14
4 BATTERIES .........................................................................................................................................15
4.1 CONDITIONING BATTERY PACKS......................................................................................15
4.1.1 Conditioning NiMH Battery Packs................................................................................15
4.1.2 Conditioning NiCD Battery Packs................................................................................. 15
4.1.3 Additional Information..................................................................................................16
4.2 CHARGING BATTERY PACKS..............................................................................................16
4.2.1 Charging Guidelines......................................................................................................16
4.3 BATTERY PACK USAGE........................................................................................................16
4.3.1 Usage Guidelines...........................................................................................................16
4.4 CHANGING THE BATTERY PACK .......................................................................................17
4.4.1 Removing the Battery Pack...........................................................................................17
4.4.2 Attaching the Battery Pack............................................................................................18
4.5 BATTERY DISPOSAL..............................................................................................................18
5 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................20
5.1 WATER RESISTANCE.............................................................................................................20
6 OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES .......................................................................................................21
7 USER INTERFACE.............................................................................................................................23
7.1 CONTROLS ...............................................................................................................................24
7.1.1 Buttons and Knobs.........................................................................................................24
7.1.2 Keypad...........................................................................................................................25
7.1.3 Display...........................................................................................................................27
7.1.4 Tri-Color LED...............................................................................................................29
7.2 UNIVERSAL DEVICE CONNECTOR.....................................................................................29
8 EDACS OPERATION..........................................................................................................................32
8.1 CONTROLS ...............................................................................................................................32
8.1.1 Buttons and Knobs.........................................................................................................32
8.1.2 Keypad...........................................................................................................................33
8.2 DISPLAY ................................................................................................................................... 35
8.3 RADIO STATUS ICONS...........................................................................................................36
8.4 TRI-COLOR LED ......................................................................................................................37
8.5 STATUS MESSAGES ............................................................................................................... 37
8.6 ERROR MESSAGES .................................................................................................................38
8.7 ALERT TONES .........................................................................................................................39
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8.8 TURNING ON THE RADIO .....................................................................................................39
8.9 SYSTEM SELECTION..............................................................................................................39
8.10 GROUP/CHANNEL SELECTION............................................................................................40
8.11 MODIFY SCAN LIST ...............................................................................................................40
8.11.1 P5470 Model..................................................................................................................40
8.11.2 P5450 Model..................................................................................................................41
8.12 MENU ........................................................................................................................................41
8.12.1 Menu Item Selection Process.........................................................................................41
8.13 BACKLIGHT ON/OFF.............................................................................................................. 44
8.14 CONTRAST ADJUST ...............................................................................................................44
8.15 DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.............................................................................................44
8.16 LOCKING/UNLOCKING KEYPAD ........................................................................................44
8.17 HIGH/LOW POWER ADJUSTMENT......................................................................................44
8.17.1 Using the Menu Button..................................................................................................45
8.17.2 Using the Pre-Programmed Option Button....................................................................45
8.18 DIGITAL VOICE OPERATION ...............................................................................................45
8.18.1 Clear Mode ....................................................................................................................45
8.18.2 Digital Mode..................................................................................................................45
8.18.3 Private Mode..................................................................................................................46
8.18.4 Private Operation...........................................................................................................47
8.19 SCANNING TRUNKED GROUPS...........................................................................................48
8.19.1 Turning Scan On and Off ..............................................................................................48
8.19.2 Adding Groups to a Scan List........................................................................................48
8.19.3 Deleting Groups from a Scan List.................................................................................50
8.19.4 Nuisance Delete.............................................................................................................50
8.20 SCANNING TRUNKED SYSTEMS.........................................................................................50
8.20.1 Wide Area System Scanning.........................................................................................50
8.20.2 Priority System Scan......................................................................................................51
8.20.3 ProScan..........................................................................................................................51
8.21 EMERGENCY OPERATION....................................................................................................51
8.21.1 Receiving an Emergency Call .......................................................................................51
8.21.2 Declaring an Emergency Call........................................................................................52
8.22 INDIVIDUAL CALLS...............................................................................................................52
8.22.1 Receiving and Responding to an Individual Call ..........................................................52
8.22.2 Sending an Individual Call ............................................................................................53
8.22.3 Call Storage Lists...........................................................................................................54
8.23 TELEPHONE INTERCONNECT CALLS................................................................................54
8.23.1 Receiving a Telephone Interconnect Call......................................................................54
8.23.2 Sending a Telephone Interconnect Call.........................................................................55
8.23.3 Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency: Overdial/Conventional Mode.........................................55
8.24 PROGRAMMABLE ENTRIES.................................................................................................57
8.24.1 Pre-Storing Individual and Telephone Interconnect Calls from the Keypad.................57
8.25 STATUS/MESSAGE OPERATION..........................................................................................57
8.25.1 Status Operation ............................................................................................................58
8.25.2 Message Operation ........................................................................................................58
8.26 DYNAMIC REGROUP OPERATION......................................................................................59
8.26.1 Emergency Operation....................................................................................................59
8.27 MACRO KEY OPERATION.....................................................................................................59
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8.28 PORTABLE DATA....................................................................................................................59
8.28.1 Displays.........................................................................................................................60
8.28.2 DATA OFF Operation...................................................................................................60
8.28.3 DATA ON Operation ....................................................................................................60
8.28.4 Exiting Data Cells..........................................................................................................60
8.28.5 Scan Lockout Mode .......................................................................................................60
8.28.6 Data Lockout Mode.......................................................................................................61
9 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION......................................................................................................64
9.1 CONTROLS ...............................................................................................................................64
9.1.1 Buttons and Knobs.........................................................................................................65
9.1.2 Keypad...........................................................................................................................66
9.2 DISPLAY ................................................................................................................................... 68
9.2.1 Radio Status Icons.........................................................................................................69
9.3 TRI-COLOR LED ......................................................................................................................70
9.4 STATUS MESSAGES ............................................................................................................... 70
9.4.1 Error Messages ..............................................................................................................71
9.5 ALERT TONES .........................................................................................................................71
9.6 TURNING ON THE RADIO .....................................................................................................71
9.7 SYSTEM SELECTION..............................................................................................................71
9.8 GROUP/CHANNEL SELECTION............................................................................................72
9.9 MODIFY SCAN LIST ...............................................................................................................72
9.9.1 P5470 Model..................................................................................................................72
9.9.2 P5450 Model..................................................................................................................73
9.10 NUISANCE DELETE................................................................................................................73
9.11 MENU ........................................................................................................................................73
9.12 BACKLIGHT ON/OFF.............................................................................................................. 76
9.13 CONTRAST ADJUST ...............................................................................................................76
9.14 DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.............................................................................................76
9.15 LOCKING/UNLOCKING KEYPAD ........................................................................................77
9.16 HIGH/LOW POWER ADJUSTMENT......................................................................................77
9.17 DIGITAL VOICE OPERATION ...............................................................................................77
9.17.1 Clear Mode....................................................................................................................77
9.17.2 Digital Mode..................................................................................................................78
9.18 RECEIVING A CALL ...............................................................................................................78
9.19 SENDING A CALL ...................................................................................................................79
10 P25 OPERATION.................................................................................................................................82
10.1 CONTROLS...............................................................................................................................82
10.1.1 Buttons and Knobs.........................................................................................................83
10.1.2 Keypad...........................................................................................................................84
10.2 DISPLAY ...................................................................................................................................86
10.3 RADIO STATUS ICONS...........................................................................................................87
10.4 TRI-COLOR LED......................................................................................................................88
10.5 STATUS MESSAGES ...............................................................................................................88
10.5.1 Error Messages ..............................................................................................................89
10.6 ALERT TONES .........................................................................................................................90
10.7 TURNING ON THE RADIO.....................................................................................................90
10.8 SYSTEM SELECTION..............................................................................................................90
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10.8.1 GROUP/CHANNEL SELECTION...............................................................................91
10.9 MODIFY SCAN LIST ...............................................................................................................91
10.9.1 P5470 Model..................................................................................................................91
10.9.2 P5450 Model..................................................................................................................92
10.10 MENU ........................................................................................................................................92
10.10.1 Menu Item Selection Process.........................................................................................92
10.11 BACKLIGHT ON/OFF.............................................................................................................. 95
10.12 CONTRAST ADJUST ...............................................................................................................95
10.13 DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.............................................................................................95
10.14 LOCKING/UNLOCKING KEYPAD ........................................................................................95
10.15 HIGH/LOW POWER ADJUSTMENT......................................................................................95
10.15.1 Using the Menu Button..................................................................................................95
10.15.2 Using the Pre-Programmed Option Button....................................................................96
10.16 DIGITAL VOICE OPERATION ...............................................................................................96
10.16.1 Clear Mode....................................................................................................................96
10.16.2 Digital Mode..................................................................................................................96
10.16.3 Private Mode..................................................................................................................96
10.16.4 Private Operation...........................................................................................................98
10.17 SCANNING TRUNKED GROUPS...........................................................................................99
10.17.1 Turning Scan On and Off ..............................................................................................99
10.17.2 Adding Groups to a Scan List........................................................................................99
10.17.3 Deleting Groups from a Scan List...............................................................................101
10.17.4 Nuisance Delete...........................................................................................................101
10.18 SCANNING TRUNKED SYSTEMS.......................................................................................101
10.18.1 Wide Area System Scanning.......................................................................................101
10.18.2 Priority System Scan....................................................................................................102
10.18.3 ProScan........................................................................................................................102
10.19 EMERGENCY OPERATION..................................................................................................102
10.19.1 Receiving an Emergency Call .....................................................................................102
10.19.2 Declaring an Emergency Call......................................................................................103
10.20 INDIVIDUAL CALLS.............................................................................................................103
10.20.1 Receiving and Responding to an Individual Call ........................................................103
10.20.2 Sending an Individual Call ..........................................................................................104
10.20.3 Call Storage Lists.........................................................................................................105
10.21 TELEPHONE INTERCONNECT CALLS..............................................................................105
10.21.1 Receiving a Telephone Interconnect Call....................................................................105
10.21.2 Sending a Telephone Interconnect Call.......................................................................106
10.21.3 Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency: Overdial/Conventional Mode.......................................106
10.22 PROGRAMMABLE ENTRIES...............................................................................................108
10.22.1 Pre-Storing Individual and Telephone Interconnect Calls from the Keypad...............108
10.23 STATUS/MESSAGE OPERATION........................................................................................108
10.23.1 Status Operation ..........................................................................................................109
10.23.2 Message Operation ......................................................................................................109
10.24 MACRO KEY OPERATION...................................................................................................110
10.25 PORTABLE DATA..................................................................................................................110
10.25.1 Displays.......................................................................................................................110
10.25.2 DATA OFF Operation.................................................................................................110
10.25.3 DATA ON Operation ..................................................................................................110
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10.25.4 Exiting Data Calls........................................................................................................111
10.25.5 Scan Lockout Mode.....................................................................................................111
10.25.6 Data Lockout Mode.....................................................................................................111
10.26 GROUP CALLS IN P25 MODE..............................................................................................111
10.26.1 Transmitting a Group Call...........................................................................................111
10.26.2 Receiving a Group Call ...............................................................................................112
10.27 INDIVIDUAL CALLS IN P25 MODE....................................................................................112
10.27.1 Transmitting an Individual Call...................................................................................112
10.27.2 Receiving an Individual Call.......................................................................................112
10.28 EMERGENCY GROUP CALLS IN P25 MODE....................................................................112
10.28.1 Declaring an Emergency Group Call...........................................................................112
10.28.2 Receiving an Emergency Group Call..........................................................................113
11 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE............................................................................................................116
12 BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................................117
FIGURES
Figure 4-1: Removing the Battery Pack.........................................................................................................17
Figure 4-2: Attaching the Battery Pack..........................................................................................................18
Figure 7-1: P5400 Portable Radio..................................................................................................................23
Figure 7-2: Top View.....................................................................................................................................24
Figure 7-3: Side View....................................................................................................................................24
Figure 7-4: P5450 “Scan” Model Front Panel ...............................................................................................26
Figure 7-5: P5470 “System” Model Front Panel ...........................................................................................26
Figure 7-6: Sample Display EDACS Mode...................................................................................................27
Figure 7-7: Full Cycle Battery Charge Indicator ...........................................................................................29
Figure 7-8: Tri-Color LED.............................................................................................................................29
Figure 8-1: P5450 “Scan” Radio Front Panel................................................................................................33
Figure 8-2: P5470 “System” Radio Front Panel............................................................................................34
Figure 8-3: Radio Display in EDACS Mode.................................................................................................35
Figure 8-4: Full Cycle Battery Charge Indicator ...........................................................................................37
Figure 8-5: Tri-Color LED.............................................................................................................................37
Figure 8-6: Menu Display..............................................................................................................................41
Figure 8-7: Backlight Menu Item Selection Parameter..................................................................................42
Figure 8-8: Backlight Menu Display .............................................................................................................42
Figure 8-9: System Encryption Key Display.................................................................................................46
Figure 8-10: Group/Channel Encryption Key Display ..................................................................................46
Figure 8-11: Calls Received Lists..................................................................................................................53
Figure 8-12: WHC Individual Call Display...................................................................................................53
Figure 8-13: Calls Received and Personality Lists........................................................................................54
Figure 9-1: Top View.....................................................................................................................................64
Figure 9-2: Side View....................................................................................................................................64
Figure 9-3: P5450 “Scan” Radio Front Panel................................................................................................66
Figure 9-4: P5470 “System” Radio Front Panel............................................................................................67
Figure 9-5: Radio Display..............................................................................................................................68
Figure 9-6: Battery Charge Icons (Full Cycle) ..............................................................................................69
Figure 9-7: Tri-Color LED.............................................................................................................................70
Figure 9-8: Menu Display..............................................................................................................................73
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Figure 9-9: Backlight Menu Item Parameter .................................................................................................74
Figure 9-10: Backlight Menu Display............................................................................................................74
Figure 10-1: Top View...................................................................................................................................82
Figure 10-2: Side View..................................................................................................................................82
Figure 10-3: P5450 “Scan” Radio Front Panel.................................................................................... ..........84
Figure 10-4: P5470 “System” Radio Front Panel..........................................................................................85
Figure 10-5: Radio Display............................................................................................................................86
Figure 10-6: Full Cycle Battery Charge Indicator .........................................................................................88
Figure 10-7: Tri-Color LED...........................................................................................................................88
Figure 10-8: Menu Display............................................................................................................................92
Figure 10-9: Backlight Menu Item Selection Parameter................................................................................93
Figure 10-10: Backlight Menu Display..........................................................................................................93
Figure 10-11: System Encryption Key Display.............................................................................................97
Figure 10-12: Group/Channel Encryption Key Display ................................................................................97
Figure 10-13: Calls Received Lists..............................................................................................................104
Figure 10-14: WHC Individual Call Display...............................................................................................104
Figure 10-15: Calls Received and Personality Lists ....................................................................................105
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TABLES
Table 2-1: RF Exposure Compliance Testing Distances ...............................................................................12
Table 6-1: Options and Accessories...............................................................................................................21
Table 7-1: P5400 Front Keypad Functions....................................................................................................26
Table 7-2: Status Icons Descriptions..............................................................................................................28
Table 8-1: P5450 Keypad Functions..............................................................................................................33
Table 8-2: P5470 Keypad Functions..............................................................................................................34
Table 8-3: Status Icon Descriptions...............................................................................................................36
Table 8-4: Alert Tones...................................................................................................................................39
Table 8-5: Menu Item Information ................................................................................................................42
Table 8-6: Information Display......................................................................................................................43
Table 8-7: Transmit/Receive Mode Compatibility for Digital Voice Operation...........................................47
Table 9-1: Status Icon Descriptions...............................................................................................................69
Table 9-2: Alert Tones...................................................................................................................................71
Table 9-3: Menu Item Information ................................................................................................................75
Table 9-4: Information Display......................................................................................................................76
Table 9-5: Transmit/Receive Mode Compatibility for Digital Voice Operation...........................................78
Table 10-1: P5450 Keypad Functions............................................................................................................84
Table 10-2: P5470 “System” Keypad Functions ...........................................................................................85
Table 10-3: Display Descriptions ..................................................................................................................87
Table 10-4: Alert Tones.................................................................................................................................90
Table 10-5: Menu Item Information ..............................................................................................................93
Table 10-6: Information Display....................................................................................................................94
Table 10-7: Transmit/Receive Mode Compatibility for Digital Voice Operation.........................................98
Table 12-1: Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................117
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SAFETY SECTION
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1 SAFETY CONVENTIONS

The following conventions are used throughout this manual to alert the user to general safety precautions that must be observed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this product. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warning elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the product. M/A-COM, Inc. assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these standards.
The WARNING symbol calls attention to a procedure, practice, or the like, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in personal injury. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING symbol until the conditions identified are fully understood or met.
The CAUTION symbol calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like, which, if not performed correctly or adhered to, could result in damage to the equipment
CAUTION
or severely degrade the equipment performance.
The NOTE symbol calls attention to supplemental information, which may improve system performance or clarify a process or procedure.
The ESD symbol calls attention to procedures, practices, or the like, which could expose equipment to the effects of Electro-Static Discharge. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent ESD when handling circuit modules.
WARNING - The electrical hazard symbol indicates there is an electrical hazard present.
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2 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

The M/A-COM P5400 portable radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only,” meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an uncontrolled environment.
The P5400 portable radio has been tested and complies with the FCC RF exposure limits for “Occupational Use Only.” In addition, this M/A-COM radio complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such levels for exposure to humans:
• FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for
Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
• American National Standards Institute (C95.1 – 1992), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect
to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.
• American National Standards Institute (C95.3 – 1992), IEEE Recommended Practice for the
Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields – RF and Microwave.

2.1 RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES

To ensure that exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:
CAUTION
• DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damage the radio and may
also cause the FCC RF exposure limits to be exceeded. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by M/A-COM or an antenna specifically authorized by M/A-COM for use with this radio. (Refer to Table 6-1.)
• DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (“50% duty cycle”). Transmitting more
than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the “TX” indicator appears in the display. The radio will transmit by pressing the “PTT” (Push-To-Talk) button.
• Always transmit using low power when possible. In addition to conserving battery charge, low power
can reduce RF exposure.
• ALWAYS use M/A-COM authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker/mics, etc).
Use of unauthorized accessories may cause the FCC Occupational/Controlled Exposure RF compliance requirements to be exceeded. (Refer to Table 2-1.)
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• As noted in Table 2-1, ALWAYS keep the device and its antenna AT LEAST 1.1 cm (0.43 inches)
from the body and at least 2.5 cm (1.0 inch) from the face when transmitting to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. However, to provide the best sound quality to the recipients of your transmission, M/A-COM recommends you hold the microphone at least 5 cm (2 inches) from mouth, and slightly off to one side.
Table 2-1: RF Exposure Compliance Testing Distances
TESTED DISTANCES
RADIO FREQUENCY
Body Face
136-174 MHz 1.1 cm 2.5 cm 378-430 MHz 1.1 cm 2.5 cm 440-512 MHz 1.1 cm 2.5 cm
The information in this section provides the information needed to make the user aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates within the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.
(worst case scenario)

2.2 ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE/COMPATIBILITY

During transmissions, this M/A-COM radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.
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3 OPERATING TIPS

Antenna location and condition are important when operating a portable radio. Operating the radio in low lying areas or terrain, under power lines or bridges, inside of a vehicle or in a metal framed building can severely reduce the range of the unit. Mountains can also reduce the range of the unit.
In areas where transmission or reception is poor, some improvement may be obtained by ensuring that the antenna is vertical. Moving a few yards in another direction or moving to a higher elevation may also improve communications. Vehicular operation can be aided with the use of an externally mounted antenna.
Battery condition is another important factor in the trouble free operation of a portable radio. Always properly charge the batteries.

3.1 EFFICIENT RADIO OPERATION

For optimum audio clarity at the receiving radio(s), hold the portable radio approximately two inches from your mouth and speak into the microphone at a normal voice level.
Keep the antenna in a vertical position when receiving or transmitting a message. Do not hold the antenna when receiving a message and, especially, do not hold when transmitting a
message.
Do NOT hold onto the antenna when the radio is powered on!

3.1.1 Antenna Care and Replacement

Do not use the portable radio with a damaged or missing antenna. A minor burn may result if a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin. Replace a damaged antenna immediately. Operating a portable radio with the antenna missing could cause personal injury, damage the radio, and may violate FCC regulations.
Use only the supplied or approved antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could cause damage to the radio unit and may violate FCC regulations. (Refer to Table 6-1.)

3.1.2 Electronic Devices

RF energy from portable radios may affect some electronic equipment. Most modern electronic equipment in cars, hospitals, homes, etc. is shielded from RF energy. However, in areas in which you are instructed to turn off two-way radio equipment, always observe
CAUTION
the rules. If in doubt, turn it off!
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3.1.3 Aircraft

• Always turn off a portable radio before boarding any aircraft!
• Use it on the ground only with crew permission.
• DO NOT use while in-flight!!

3.1.4 Electric Blasting Caps

To prevent accidental detonation of electric blasting caps, DO NOT use two-way radios within 1000 feet of blasting operations. Always obey the "Turn Off Two-Way Radios" signs posted where electric blasting caps are being used. (OSHA Standard:
1926.900)

3.1.5 Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often, but not always, clearly marked. These may be fuelling areas, such as gas stations, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders.
Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Turn OFF two-way radios when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is rare, but not impossible that a radio or its accessories could generate sparks.
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4 BATTERIES

The P5400 series portable radios use rechargeable, recyclable Nickel Cadmium (NiCd), Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH), or Lithium Ion (Li Ion) batteries. Please follow the directions below to maximize the useful life of each type of battery.
Do not disassemble or modify Lithium Ion battery packs. The Lithium Ion battery packs are equipped with built-in safety and protection features. Should these features be disabled or tampered with in any way, the battery pack can leak acid, overheat, emit smoke, burst, and/or, ignite.
If the battery is ruptured or is leaking electrolyte that results in skin or eye contact with the electrolyte, immediately flush the affected area with water. If the battery electrolyte gets in the eyes, flush with water for 15 minutes and consult a physician immediately.

4.1 CONDITIONING BATTERY PACKS

4.1.1 Conditioning NiMH Battery Packs

Condition a new NiMH battery before putting into use. This also applies to rechargeable NiMH batteries that have been stored for long periods (weeks, months, or longer). Conditioning requires fully charging and fully discharging the battery three (3) times using the tri-chemistry charger. The first time the battery is put into the charger, this unit will condition Nickel-based battery packs by automatically charging and discharging (cycling) the battery. Refer to the appropriate charger manual for details.
Failure to properly condition NiMH battery packs before initial use will result in shortened performance by the battery.
CAUTION

4.1.2 Conditioning NiCD Battery Packs

A new NiCD battery does not require conditioning before use. However, M/A-COM recommends periodically conditioning NiCD batteries to avoid the memory effect which results when a NiCD battery is repeatedly charged and not fully discharged, further resulting in a lower voltage and a lower capacity. Fortunately, both nominal voltage and capacity are restored through battery conditioning.
Conditioning requires fully charging and fully discharging the battery three (3) times using the tri­chemistry charger. The first time the battery is put into the charger, this unit will condition Nickel-based battery packs by automatically charging and discharging (cycling) the battery. Refer to the appropriate charger manual for details.
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Always use M/A-COM authorized chargers and conditioners. Use of unauthorized chargers and conditioners may void the warranty.
CAUTION

4.1.3 Additional Information

For more information regarding the proper care of portable radio batteries or establishing a battery maintenance program, refer to ECR-7367 which may be ordered by calling toll free 1-800-368-3277, then select option 7.

4.2 CHARGING BATTERY PACKS

Battery chargers are available from M/A-COM with nominal charge times. Combinations include single and multi-position charge units.
M/A-COM chargers are specifically designed for charging nickel-based and lithium ion battery packs. The chargers are chemistry-specific for the battery packs and automatically adjust the charging profiles accordingly. Refer to the appropriate charger manual for specific operating instructions.

4.2.1 Charging Guidelines

Observe the following guidelines when charging a battery pack:
• Avoid high temperature during charging.
• Discontinue use if the charger is overheating.
• Only charge M/A-COM battery packs using a charger approved for use by M/A-COM.
• Do not leave batteries in the charger indefinitely. For best results leave the battery in the charger for
two to six hours after the Green Ready LED comes on. Then place the battery pack into service and fully discharge (as indicated by the radio low battery warning) before re-charging.
If any faults are encountered while charging the battery pack, consult the charger’s manual to determine the cause and possible corrective action.

4.3 BATTERY PACK USAGE

Both Nickel-based and Lithium ion batteries vary in capacity and life cycle. For instance, NiCd batteries have a longer life cycle than NiMH batteries whereas NiMH batteries have a larger capacity. However, both Nickel-based and Lithium ion type batteries require basic usage guidelines be followed in order to optimize the battery runtime or shift life.

4.3.1 Usage Guidelines

The following guidelines will help optimize the battery runtime or shift life:
• Ensure Nickel-based battery packs are fully discharged (as indicated by the radio low battery
warning) before re-charging. Full discharge is not required for Lithium Ion battery packs.
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• Periodically condition Nickel-based battery packs. The frequency should be determined based on
usage patterns (refer to ECR-7367). If the battery is fully discharged (to radio Low Battery warning) during routine use, the frequency of conditioning may be reduced. Lithium Ion batteries do not suffer from memory-effect and therefore do not require conditioning.
Do not leave any M/A-COM rechargeable batteries in a charger for more than a few days.

4.4 CHANGING THE BATTERY PACK

4.4.1 Removing the Battery Pack

Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF.
Although the P5400 has been designed to tolerate changing the battery pack without turning power off, M/A-COM, Inc. recommends turning the radio off before changing
CAUTION
1. Press or pull both latches on either side of the battery pack toward the bottom of the radio simultaneously.
2. Pull the battery away from the radio.
3. Remove the battery pack from the radio.
battery packs to ensure safety and best operation.
Figure 4-1: Removing the Battery Pack
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4.4.2 Attaching the Battery Pack

Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF.
1. Align the tabs at each side on the bottom of the battery pack with the slots at the bottom of the battery cavity .
2. Push the top of the battery pack down until the latches click to attach the battery to the radio.
3. Tug gently to verify that the latches are secure and the battery pack is properly attached to the radio.
Figure 4-2: Attaching the Battery Pack

4.5 BATTERY DISPOSAL

In no instance should a battery be incinerated. Disposing of a battery by burning will cause an explosion.
CAUTION
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RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK DISPOSAL – The product you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal. Canadian and U.S. users may call Toll Free 1-800-8-BATTERY® for information and/or procedures for returning rechargeable batteries in your locality.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
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5 INTRODUCTION

The P5400 series portable radio is available in two models: the P5450 Scan model with a limited 6-button front-mounted keypad and the P5470 System model with a 15-button DTMF front-mounted keypad. The UHF P5400 portable radio delivers end-to-end encrypted digital voice and IP data communications. It is designed to support multiple operating modes including:
• EDACS
• P25 Trunked Mode
• P25 Digital Conventional Mode
• Conventional Analog mode
The P5400 portables can include all of these modes or just one. Additional modes of operation can be added with software updates.
The P5400 supports a full range of advanced digital trunking features, including voice group calls, priority scanning, emergency calls, late call entry, and dynamic reconfiguration. It performs autonomous roaming for wide area applications. High quality voice coding and robust audio components assure speech clarity.
In the trunked modes, the user selects a communications “operating” system (i.e., EDACS, ProVoice, or P25) and group. While communicating in a trunked mode, channel selection is transparent to the user and is controlled via digital communication with the system controller (e.g. a CSD in an EDACS system). This provides advanced programmable features and fast access to communication channels.
®
(Enhanced Digital Access Communications System) or ProVoice™ Trunked mode
In Conventional Analog mode, the user selects a channel and communicates directly on that channel. A channel is a transmit/receive radio frequency pair.
The exact operation of the radio will depend on the operating mode, the radio’s programming, and the particular radio system. Most features described in this manual can be enabled through programming. Consult your System Administrator for the particular features programmed into your P5400. Then refer to the corresponding section(s) within this manual for feature and operation information.

5.1 WATER RESISTANCE

The P5400 series portable radios operate reliably even under adverse conditions. These radios meet MIL­STD-810F specifications for wind driven rain, humidity, and salt fog.
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6 OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES

Table 6-1 lists the Options and Accessories tested for use with the P5400 series portable radios. Refer to the maintenance manual or to M/A-COM’s Products and Services Catalog for a complete list of
options and accessories, including those items that do not adversely affect the RF energy exposure.
Always use M/A-COM authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker/mics, etc). Use of unauthorized accessories may cause the FCC Occupational/Controlled Exposure RF compliance requirements to be exceeded. (Refer to Table 2-1.)
Always use the correct options and accessories (battery, antenna, speaker/mic, etc.) for the radio. Intrinsically safe options must be used with intrinsically safe radios. (Refer to Table
CAUTION
Helical Coil 136-151 MHz KRE 101 1219/1
Helical Coil 150-162 MHz KRE 101 1219/2
Helical Coil 162-174 MHz KRE 101 1219/3
Helical Coil 150-174MHz KRE 101 1219/21
Helical Coil 378-403 MHz KRE 101 1219/9
Helical Coil 403-430 MHz KRE 101 1219/10
¼ λ Whip 378-430 MHz KRE 101 1223/10
Helical Stub 440-494 MHz KRE 101 1219/12
Helical Stub 470-512 MHz KRE 101 1219/14
¼ λ Whip 440-512 MHz KRE 101 1223/12
7.5V Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) Battery, Immersible, non-<IS> BT-023406-001
7.5V Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) Battery, Immersible, <IS> BT-023406-002
7.5V Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) Battery, Immersible, non-<IS> BT-023406-003
7.5V Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) Battery, Immersible, <IS> BT-023406-004
7.5V Lithium Ion (Li Ion) Battery, Immersible, non-<IS> BT-023406-005
7.5V Lithium Ion (Li Ion) Battery, Immersible, <IS> BT-023406-006
Speaker Mic without Antenna (cc) provision, <IS> MC-023933-001 Speaker Mic with Antenna (cc) provision, <IS> MC-023933-002 Earphone for Speaker Mic <IS> LS103239V1
Earphone Kit, Black EA-009580-001 Earphone Kit, Beige EA-009580-002 2-Wire Kit, Palm Mic, Black EA-009580-003 2-Wire Kit, Palm Mic, Beige EA-009580-004
6-1.)
Table 6-1: Options and Accessories
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
ANTENNAS
BATTERIES (IMMERSION-RATED)
MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES
DROP SHIP AUDIO ACCESSORIES
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3-Wire Kit, Mini-Lapel Mic, Black EA-009580-005 3-Wire Kit, Mini-Lapel Mic, Beige EA-009580-006 Explorer Headset with PTT EA-009580-007 Lightweight Headset Single Speaker with PTT EA-009580-008 Breeze Headset with PTT EA-009580-009 Headset, Heavy Duty, N/C Behind-the-Head, with PTT EA-009580-010 Ranger Headset with PTT EA-009580-011 Skull Mic with Body PTT and Earcup EA-009580-012 Headset, Heavy Duty, N/C Over-the-Head, with PTT EA-009580-013 Throat Mic with Acoustic Tube and Body PTT EA-009580-014 Throat Mic with Acoustic Tube, Body PTT, and Ring PTT EA-009580-015 Breeze Headset with PTT and Pigtail Jack EA-009580-016 Hurricane Headset with PTT EA-009580-017 Hurricane Headset with PTT and Pigtail Jack EA-009580-018
Leather Carrying Case without D-Rings Kit, consists of: Leather Case without D-rings Elastic Strap Swivel Mount, used with Belt Loop Leather Carrying Case with D-Rings Kit, consists of: Leather Case with D-rings Elastic Strap Swivel Mount used with Belt Loop Leather Carrying Case with D-rings Elastic Strap and Shoulder Strap Swivel Mount and Belt Loop KRY 101 1608/2
Nylon Case (black) with Belt Loop CC-023932-001
Nylon Case (orange) with Belt Loop CC-023932-002
Metal Belt Clip (standard) CC23894 Metal Belt Clip (alternate) CC-011318 “T” Strap Holder KRY 101 1656/1
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
CARRYING CASE ACCESSORIES
Kit: CC-023931-003, incl: CC-023931-001 FM-011820 KRY 101 1608/2 used with: KRY 101 1609/1 Kit: CC-023931-004 CC-023931-002 FM-011820 KRY 101 1608/2 used with: KRY 101 1609/1 CC-023931-002 FM-011820 CC103333V1
KRY 101 1609/1
KRY 101 1609/1
KRY 101 1609/1
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7 USER INTERFACE

This section describes the primary user interface; the buttons, knob controls, indicators, and display.
Figure 7-1: P5400 Portable Radio
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7.1 CONTROLS

7.1.1 Buttons and Knobs

The P5400 portable radios feature two rotary control knobs, an emergency button, and a dual-position A/B switch located on the top of the radio (Figure 7-2). The Push-To-Talk (PTT) button and two option buttons are located on the side (Figure 7-3).
Figure 7-2: Top View Figure 7-3: Side View
The functions of the button and knob controls vary depending on the mode of operation. The primary functions of the button and knob controls when in the EDACS mode of operation are listed in the following paragraphs. The functions while in other modes are discussed in the specific sections.
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POWER ON-OFF/VOLUME KNOB
VOICE GROUP SELECTION CONTROL KNOB
Applies power to the radio and adjusts audio volume.
Rotating the control clockwise applies power to the radio. A single alert tone (if enabled through programming) indicates the radio is operational.
Rotating the control clockwise increases the volume level. Minimum volume levels may be programmed into the radio to prevent missed calls due to a low volume setting. While adjusting the volume, the display will momentarily indicate the volume level (i.e. VOL=31). Th e volume ran ge is from a minimum p rogramm ed level of zero (displayed as OFF in the display) up to 40, which is the loudest level.
Used to select groups/channels. This is a 16-position rotary knob. Note: A mechanical stop, used to limit the number of accessible
positions, is shipped with the radio but must be installed. To install the mechanical stop, remove the Voice Group Selection control knob, loosen the set screw on the Voice Group Selection control knob metal base (using a 1.27mm hex wrench), and remove the Voice Group Selection control knob metal base. Replace the 16 channel ring with the channel stop ring located at the desired channel. Re-install the Voice Group Selection control knob metal base, tighten the set screw, and re-install the Voice Group Selection control knob.
EMERGENCY BUTTON
Used to declare an emergency by pressing and holding for a programmed duration.
PTT BUTTON
The Push-To-Talk button must be pressed before voice transmission begins.
SIDE OPTION BUTTON 1 SIDE OPTION BUTTON 2
Scrolls UP or DOWN thru available items within a sub-menu (available talk groups, pre-programmed speed dial numbers, canned alert messages, etc.).

7.1.2 Keypad

The front mounted keypad of the P5450 “Scan” model has six buttons and P5470 “System” model has 15 buttons. Refer to Figure 7-4: P5450 “Scan” Model Front Panel and Figure 7-5: P5470 “System” Model Front Panel, respectively
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Figure 7-4: P5450 “Scan” Model Front Panel Figure 7-5: P5470 “System” Model Front Panel
Alpha-numeric character entry is the secondary function of most of the P5400 keypad keys in the EDACS mode of operation. In addition, the
(*) and (#) keys are also available. The primary and
secondary functions of each key, where applicable, are described in Table 7-1 and the following section.
Table 7-1: P
5400 Front Keypad Functions
KEY FUNCTION
Primary Function Secondary Function
: Accesses the pre-stored menu.
: Activates a selected item within the menu. This is similar
to an “Enter” key.
Allows the user to scroll through available systems, groups,
: Changes the selection for an item within a list.
(P5450 only)
(P5450 only)
Primary Function: or channels, depending on personality programming.
Secondary Function In EDACS and Conventional Analog modes, Adds/Deletes selected groups or
channels from SCAN list of the currently selected system. In EDACS and Conventional Analog modes, toggles SCAN operation ON and
OFF. In EDACS and Conventional Analog modes, activates one of any
(P5450 only)
programmable software options selected during the PC programming, including: high/low TX power and talkaround.
Primary function: Selects a specific system. If the rotary knob is used to select the system and more than 16 systems are programmed in the radio, the
key
is used to select additional banks (groupings) of systems.
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Primary function: Selects a specific group. Primary function: Turns the Scan operation ON and OFF.
KEY FUNCTION
(P5470 Only)
(P5470 Only)
(P5470 Only)
Primary function: Enables or disables Private Mode for the system/group/channel displayed.
Primary function: Adds groups or channels from the currently selected system to the Scan list.
Primary function: Status key. Access to the status list (0-9). The Status key permits the transmission of a pre-programmed status message to an EDACS site.
Primary function: Message key. Access to the message list (0-9). The Message key permits the transmission of a pre-programmed message to an EDACS site.
Primary function: Deletes selected groups or channels of the currently selected system from the Scan list.
Secondary function
: In EDACS mode the secondary function of these keys is much as a typical DTMF telephone pad 0-9, *, and # keys; and are used to place telephone interconnect and individual (unit-to-unit) calls. (See individual listings for primary functions.)
Primary function
Primary function
: In EDACS mode, initiates telephone interconnect calls.
: In EDACS mode, initiates individual, unit-to-unit calls.

7.1.3 Display

The P5400 display is made up of 3 lines. Lines 1 and 2 contain twelve alpha-numeric character blocks each. The 3 display backlighting will illuminate upon power up or when radio controls are operated. Specific display characteristics will be discussed in following sub-sections.
rd
line also contains twelve blocks, each used to display radio status icons. If programmed, the
Figure 7-6: Sample Display EDACS Mode
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7.1.3.1 Radio Status Icons
Status Icons represent various operating characteristics of the radio and appear on the third line of the display. Each of the icons will be discussed in further detail in the corresponding modes of operation; EDACS and Conventional icons will be discussed in the EDACS or Conventional Operation sections, and P25 icons will be discussed in the P25 Operation section.
Steady – “Busy” transmitting or receiving. Appears in the 2nd position of the display.
Steady – special call mode (telephone). Appears in the 11th position of the display.
Steady – during all radio transmissions. Appears in the 1st position of the display.
Steady – transmit at low power. Appears in the 5th position of the display. If icon is not visible – transmit at high power
Steady – battery charge indicator (refer to Figure 9-6). Appears in the 12th position of the display.
Table 7-2: Status Icons Descriptions
STATUS ICON DESCRIPTIONS
EDACS, CONVENTIONAL, AND P25 ICONS
Steady – Indicates the current channel is set up as an analog channel.
Flashing – Low battery indicator (refer to Figure 9-6).
Appears in the 7th position of the display.
Steady – group or channel in scan list. Appears in the 10th position of the display.
Steady – priority 2 group or channel. Appears in the 10th position of the display.
Steady – priority 1 group or channel. Appears in the 10th position of the display.
Steady (rotates clockwise) – scan mode enabled. Appears in the 9th position of the display.
If icon is not visible – scan is disabled
Steady – Channel Guard enabled. Appears in the 4th position of the display.
If icon is not visible – Channel Guard is disabled
Steady – transmit in encrypt mode. Appears in the 6th position of the
display.
Flashing – receiving an encrypted call Steady – Indicates the current channel is set up as a Project 25 (P25)
channel.
Steady – Indicates the current channel is set up as a ProVoice channel. Appears in the 7th position of the display.
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Figure 7-7: Full Cycle Battery Charge Indicator
The battery charge indicators illustrate approximate level only, based on battery voltage. Refer to Figure 7-7.
Figure 7-8: Tri-Color LED

7.1.4 Tri-Color LED

The Tri-Color LED changes color to indicate radio status and is visible from both the front and top of the radio (see Figure 7-2). In addition, the mode of operation may LED represents.
In EDACS, Conventional, or P25 modes
Green: Receiving Red: Transmitting Unencrypted Orange: Transmitting Encrypted

7.2 UNIVERSAL DEVICE CONNECTOR

The Universal Device Connector (UDC) provides connections for external accessories such as a headset, a speaker-microphone, audio test box, audio test cables, and programming cables. The UDC is located on the right side of the radio, opposite the PTT Button. The UDC facilitates programming and testing the radio. The UDC pins perform different functions depending on the accessory attached to the UDC.
also help determine what the color of the
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