HARRIS P-801T P-801T VOICE TERMINAL RADIO User Manual VTR1

Harris Corporation P-801T VOICE TERMINAL RADIO VTR1

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P-801 User’s ManualPage 2Notices to the userWarning• Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed transmitters within the territories under government control.• Illegal operation is punishable by fine or imprisonment or both.• Refer service to qualified technicians only.• Do not operate your transceiver in explosive atmospheres (gases, dust, fumes, etc.)FCC WarningThis equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to oper-ate this equipment id an unauthorized change or modification is made.
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P-801 User’s ManualPage 4Information to the digital device user required by the FCCFCC limits This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.RF Interference This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur ina particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, t he user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.• Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the a service center for technical assistance.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 5Accessory InstallationOverview The P-801 can be used with a variety of optional accessories including; batteries, antennas, and microphones. This section tells you how to install the accessories before your first use of the radio. refer to each accessory manual for specifics on installation and operation.
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P-801 User’s ManualPage 7Installing the Battery PackPreparation Your battery is not charged at the factory. Refer to the battery instructions and charge the battery before you install it.Procedure Follow the steps in the facing table to install your battery.Continued on next page
P-801 User’s ManualPage 8Installing the Battery Pack (continued)Step Action1Match the four grooves on the battery pack with the corresponding catches on the back of the radio.2Slide the battery back along the grooves until that battery drops onto the catches.3Push the battery until the release latch on the base of the radio locks.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 9Installing the AntennaProcedure Follow the steps below to install the radio antenna. Step Action1Mate the antenna screw post with the connector on the top of the radio.2Turn the antenna clockwise until the antenna base is flush with the top of the radio.insert figure
P-801 User’s ManualPage 10Installing the Belt HookProcedure Follow the steps below to install your radio’s belt hook.Step Action1Align the holes on the belt hook with the mounting holes on the radio as shown.2Screw the belt hook in place using the two 3x6 mm screws.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 11Installing Universal Connector AccessoriesOverview The universal connector is used to connect several types of acces-sories. Procedure Follow the steps in the table below to install accessories that use a universal connectorStep Action1Insert the tab on the end of accessory’s connector into the slot on radio’s connector.2Tighten the connector screw to secure the microphone in place.The connector should be flush with the housing to keep the radio water resistant.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 12Covering the Universal ConnectorWhen to cover the connector If no accessory is used with the radio, cover the universal connec-tor with the cap to keep the radio water resistantProcedure Follow the steps in the table below to cover the universal connector...Step Action1Insert the tab on the end of the cover connector into the slot on radio’s connector2Insert and tighten the 4x6 mm screw.The cover should be flush with the housing to keep the radio water resistant.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 13OpenSky ExplainedOverviewOverview The P-801 Voice Terminal Radio is a key component of the OpenSky network. This section gives an overview of the Open-Sky system and OpenSky features and benefits·OpenSky network The P-801 Voice Terminal Radio is a part of the OpenSky net-work. The OpenSky network is an integrated voice and data com-munications system. The network provides a communication backbone that enables voice to be converted to digital informa-tion and then transmitted over a wireless network. Data applica-tions can be used simultaneously with voice over the same network. Continued on next page
P-801 User’s ManualPage 14OpenSky Explained (continued)OpenSky features and benefitsOpenSky connects seamlessly with existing applications and provides significant user benefits. OpenSky:• Provides one communication system to many users and agencies maximizing inter operability. One communication system eliminates the need for a user to carry more than one radio to communicate mission critical information.• · Allows radios to automatically roam between base stations, relieving radio users of the task of switching channels when moving to a new coverage area.• · Offers greater system availability by providing improved peak traffic for all voice and data information.• · Allows voice communication while data is being sent or received without having to switch radio modes.• · Locates users quickly and accurately in an emergency using radios equipped with the Global Positioning System (GPS) option.• · Prioritizes communications, eliminating non-essential information and preventing information overload.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 15OpenSky Terms and Concepts Voice Features ExplainedVoice features overview Each time you power up and access the OpenSky Network, voice features are loaded into your radio. The these features combined are known as your radio personality which establishes features such as:· Who you will communicate with over the network· What calls have priority over othersRadio PersonalityA radio personality is made up of up to 16 voice profiles. Voice profiles organize your radio personality into categories defined by your network administrators. Voice profile A collection of up to 16 voice groups.Of the 16 possible voice groups, only one is active at any given time.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 16Voice Features Explained (continued)Voice GroupsVoice groups are used to further break down the voice profile. Voice groups are a subset of the users in a profile and are made up of a number of users who regularly need to communicate. There can be any amount of users in a voice group. Your OpenSky net-work administration personnel establish and organize voice groups.Voice groups are categorized as either talk groups or listen groups. Talk GroupThe primary voice group in a profile. This is the group of users you will talk with and listen to the most. The first voice group in each profile is designated as your talk group.Listen groupYou normally hear the voice calls from the users in this group, but your voice does not transmit to them. Continued on next page
P-801 User’s ManualPage 17Voice Features Explained (continued)Diagram The figure below summarizes OpenSky Voice features.Before You StartControls and IndicatorsSide Views of radio
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P-801 User’s ManualPage 21Getting StartedTurning On the RadioProcedure Follow the step below to turn your radio on.Ready state Use the figure below to know how the radio will appear as it is ready for use.Step Action1Turn the Power/Volume switch clockwise until it clicks.The startup sequence lasts approximately 10 seconds. The radio is ready to use after this sequence.
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P-801 User’s ManualPage 23Shutting Off the RadioProcedure Follow the step below to turn your radio off.Step Action1Turn the Power/Volume switch counter clockwise until it clicks.
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P-801 User’s ManualPage 25Adjusting the VolumeProcedure: Follow the steps below to adjust the radio’s volume.Step Action1Turn the Power/Volume knob to adjust the volume2Use the table below to determine your next step.To... Turn...Increase the volume ClockwiseDecrease the volume Counter-clockwise
P-801 User’s ManualPage 26Listening to Voice CallsBackground Once the radio is turned on and active on your OpenSky network, you may begin to hear voice calls.Process The table below describes what happens when you receive a voice call.StageDescription1Your radio display changes briefly to show the name of the voice group that the call is coming from.2The LED indicator will turn green and blink while the call is being received.3At the end of the call, you will hear a single end tone. This lets you know that the person speaking is done with that portion of their transmission.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 27Making a Voice CallBackground The steps for making a voice call are similar to those of a conventional radio.Voice call procedure Follow the steps below to make a voice call.Continued on next pageStep Action1If needed, turn the POWER knob to turn on the radio.The radio will be ready to use following the startup sequence.When you see the primary voice profile displayed, you are ready to talk.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 28Making a Voice Call (continued)Step Action2Choose your next step from the table below.If... Then...No one is talking Continue to step 3Someone is talking Wait to hear a single end tone indicating they are done talking and continue to step 3.3Press the push-to- talk button and speak normally.A blinking red LED tells you that you are transmitting.If you hear three low tones, the network is busy. Wait a few seconds and try you call again.4Release the push-to-talk button when you are tone talking.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 29Changing the Side Tone SettingBackground Side tones provide audio feedback when the MENU, or SEL buttons are pressed. The default setting is for side tones to be on. Procedure Follow the steps below to change the side tone setting.Continued on next pageStep Action1Press the MENU button until the side tone menu shows.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 30Changing the Side Tone Setting (continued)Step Action2Use the table below to determine your next step.If you want to… Press the SEL until the display shows...Hear side tones SIDE:ONDisable side tones SIDE: OFFResult: You will have changed the side tone setting.3To return to the menu display, choose from the following tableTo return… ThenImmediately Push MENUAfter a brief wait Wait approximately 10 secondsResult: The radio returns to the menu display.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 31Adjusting the Display BrightnessBackground You can adjust the brightness of the display to suit your needs.Procedure Follow the steps below to change the brightness of the display. Continued on next page Step Action1Press the MENU button until the brightness menu shows.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 32Changing the Display Brightness, continuedStep Action2Use the table below to determine your next step.If you want to… Then press...Increase brightness SEL Up buttonDisable side tones SEL Down buttonResult: You will have changed the brightness setting.3To return to the menu display, choose from the following tableTo return… ThenImmediately Push MENUAfter a brief wait Wait approximately 10 secondsResult: The radio returns to the menu display.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 33Adjusting the Display ContrastBackground You can adjust the contrast of the display to suit your needs.Procedure Follow the steps below to change the contrast of the display. Continued on next page Step Action1Press the MENU button until the contrast menu shows.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 34Changing the Display Contrast (continued)Step Action2Use the table below to determine your next step.If you want to… Then press...Increase contrast SEL Up buttonDecrease contrast SEL Down buttonResult: You will have changed the contrast setting.3To return to the menu display, choose from the following tableTo return… ThenImmediately Push MENUAfter a brief wait Wait approximately 10 secondsResult: The radio returns to the menu display.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 35Changing the Active Voice ProfileBackground You can change the active profile of your radio from the default profile to any of the other profiles in your radio personality. Making this change means that you are switching the list of talk groups and listen groups that you normally communicate with. Procedure Follow the steps below to change the active voice profile.Advanced OperationStep Action1Press MENU until the primary menu shows.2Turn the Profile Selector to move to the desired profile.Result: The displayed profile is now active. The radio display will change to show the new profile number and the alias name for the talk group in the selected profile.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 36Increasing the Scanning Priority of a Voice GroupBackground You can prioritize hearing transmissions from a specific voice group over others in an active voice profile. When the priority is increased, transmissions from other users in the priority voice group will take precedence over the other voice groups in the profile. Process The table below describes the process for increasing a voice group's scanning priority.Continued on next pageStage Description1The voice profile with the voice group to be prioritized is activated.2The priority menu is accessed.3The desired voice group is prioritized.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 37Increasing the Scanning Priority of a Voice Group, ContinuedProcedure Follow the steps below to increase the scanning priority of a voice group.Continued on next pageStep Action1Press MENU until the primary menu shows.2Press SEL to move to the voice profile that contains the voice group you want to scan with a higher priority.3Press MENU to access the priority menu.4Press SEL until the voice group you want to prioritize is displayed.Result: The selected voice group's transmission priority is increased
P-801 User’s ManualPage 38Increasing the Scanning Priority of a Voice Group, ContinuedProcedure (continued)Notes:• Changing the priority of a voice group does not impact which voice group in your profile is the talk group.• You can prioritize one voice group in each of the profiles in your radio personality.• The priority settings are reset to the default talk group when the radio is shut off.Step Action5Use the table below to determine your next step.To return… Then...Immediately Push the MENU buttonAfter a brief wait Wait approximately 10 secondsResult: The radio will return to the menu display.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 39Changing the Scanning ModeScanning Modes Changing the scanning mode can broaden or narrow the span of your communications. There are three available scanning modes:• · Normal scanning• · Talkback Scanning, or• · No scanningChoosing one of the three changes the way your radio scans all of the voice profiles for your radio personality. Normal scanning definedThe radio monitors calls and enables audio output when any voice group in its voice profile becomes active. If multiple voice groups in the radio's scan list are active, the radio listens to the one with the highest scan-priority. After a higher scan-priority call ends, the radio joins the next highest scan-priority in progress on a first-come, first-served basis.Continued on next page
P-801 User’s ManualPage 40Changing the Scanning Mode, continuedTalkback scanning definedEach voice group has an associated talkback timer that defines its talkback window. This window is the period of time from the end of a call to when you press your microphone key.·If the talkback timer has not expired and the radio is configured for talk back scanning, the radio calls the last voice group, instead of its default talkgroup.· If the talkback timer expires, your call is placed on the default talk groupNo scanning defined The radio only listens to the selected talk group.Procedure The following table details the procedure for changing the scanning mode of the radio. Continued on next page
P-801 User’s ManualPage 41Changing the Scanning Mode, continuedStep Action1Press MENU until the scanning menu appears. 2Choose the scanning mode:To... Press SEL until…Broaden transmissions beyond the active talkgroupTalkback SCN is displayedUse Normal Scanning Normal Scan is displayedNarrow your scanning list to the active talkgroup onlyNo Scanning is displayedResult: The scanning mode you chose is active for all the voice profiles in your radio personality.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 42Changing the Operating ModeBackground The radio normally operates using OTP to provide the full features of a digital voice and data network. To interoperate with radios using other protocols such as Conventional FM, you can manually change the mode of operation to a different protocol. Procedure The table below describes the steps to follow to change the operating mode of the radio.Continued on next page Step Action1Press MENU until the mode change menu appears. 2Press SEL to access the Change Mode 2 menu.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 43Changing the Operating Mode, continuedContinued on next pageStep Action3Choose your next step from the table below.To... Turn...Abort the mode change MenuResult: The radio will displayAborted! and the change will be aborted.Continue SEL until the SEL2Sel Mode menu is displayed.
P-801 User’s ManualPage 44Changing the Operating Mode, ContinuedProcedure (continued)Step Action4Press SEL until the desired mode is displayed.5Press MENU to change the mode.6Choose your next step from the table below.To... Turn...Abort the mode change MenuResult: The radio will return to the primary menu without executing the change.Continue SELResult: The radio powers down and reboots in the selected mode.

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