Motorola Solutions 92FT7044 MULTI-BAND MOBILE 2-WAY RADIO User Manual APX O9 Control Head Mobile Radio User Guide

Motorola Solutions, Inc. MULTI-BAND MOBILE 2-WAY RADIO APX O9 Control Head Mobile Radio User Guide

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APX 7500 User GuideO9 Control Head68007024014-BO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 1  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
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EnglishmASTRO® APX™ 7500 Series Digital Mobile RadiosQuick Reference CardProduct Safety and RF Exposure ComplianceATTENTION!This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. Before using this product, read the RF energy awareness information and operating instructions in the Product Safety and RF Exposure booklet enclosed with your radio (Motorola Publication part number 6881095C99) to ensure compliance with RF energy exposure limits. Radio On/OffAdjusting VolumeSelecting a ZoneSelecting a ChannelRadio ControlsReceiving and TransmittingBefore using this product, read the operating instructions for safe usage contained in the Product Safety and RF Exposure booklet enclosed with your radio.Press the Power On/Off button to toggle the power on or off.Turn the Volume knob clockwise to increase volume or counterclockwise to decrease the volume.1> or < to Zone. Press the Menu Select button directly under the Zone. 2U or D button until the desired zone is displayed.3Press the Menu Select button directly below Select to confirm the displayed zone. 4Press the PTT button to begin transmitting on the displayed zone channel.!C a u t i o n1> or < to Channel. Press the Menu Select button directly under the Channel. 2U or D button until the desired channel is displayed.3Press the Menu Select button directly below Select to confirm the selected channel.4Press the PTT button to begin transmitting on the displayed zone channel.1Turn the Mode Knob to scroll to the required channel. 2Press PTT button to transmit on the selected zone channel.5412 3678911 1012131415161718Siren Control ButtonsProgrammable Buttons (Top)Response SelectorDirectional ButtonsOrange ButtonPublic Address ButtonKeypadData Feature ButtonMode Knob4-Way Navigation ButtonHome ButtonSatus IconsProgrammable Buttons (Bottom)Menu Select ButtonsVolume KnobDisplay Backlight Control ButtonsLED IndicatorsPower On/Off Button1Take the microphone off hook.2Select zone/channel.3Listen for a transmission.ORTurn the Volume Knob.OR> or < to Monitor then press the Menu Select button directly below Monitor and listen for activity.4Adjust volume, if necessary.5Press the PTT button to transmit; release to receive.123456789101112131415161718© 2010 by Motorola, Inc. All Rights Reserved. 06/101301 E. Algonquin Rd., Schaumburg,IL 60196-1078, U.S.A.*PMLN5711A*PMLN5711AO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 3  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
EnglishSending an Emergency AlarmTo exit emergency at any time, press and hold the Emergency button.Sending an Emergency Call (Trunking Only)To exit emergency at any time, press and hold the Emergency button.Sending a Silent Emergency AlarmIf silent emergency alarm is used with emergency call, pressing the PTT button exits the silent mode and initiates the emergency call.Display Status Icons1Press the Emergency button. A tone sounds and the display shows EMERGENCY and the current zone or channel.2A dispatcher acknowledgment ACK RECEIVED display follows.AND, Trunking Only:A high-pitched tone indicates that the alarm has been received by the trunked system’s central controller.3Press and hold the emergency button or the PTT button to return to normal operation.1Press the Emergency button. 1A tone sounds and the display shows EMERGENCY and the current zone or channel.ORA talk prohibited tone sounds when the selected channel does not support emergency.2Press and hold the PTT button. Speak clearly into the microphone.3Release the PTT to end the transmission.1Press the Emergency button to activate the silent alarm feature. 2The display does not change; the LED does not light up, and there is no tone.Receiving a call or dataTransmitting a call or dataReceived an Individual Call.The more stripes, the stronger the signal strength for the current site (trunking only).Direct radio to radio communication or connected through a repeater.On = DirectOff = RepeaterThis channel is being monitored.Voice muting the affiliated trunking talkgroup or selected conventional channel.On = EnabledOff = DisabledL = Radio is set at Low power.H = Radio is set at High power.Scanning a scan list.Blinking dot = Detects activity on the Priority-One Channel during scan.Steady dot = Detects activity on the Priority-Two Channel during scan.FOMKHOR .iRadio is in the view or program mode.On steady = View mode.Blinking = Program mode.The vote scan feature is enabled.On = Secure operation.Off = Clear operation.Blinking = Receiving an encrypted voice call.On = AES Secure operation.Off = Clear operation.Blinking = Receiving an encrypted voice call.On = Location feature enabled, and location signal available.Off = Location feature disabled.Blinking = Location feature enabled, but location signal unavailable.On = User is currently associated with the radio.Off = User is currently not associated with the radio.Blinking = Device registration or user registration with the server failed due to an invalid username or pin.Data activity is present.Indicates that the text entry is currently in hexadecimal mode.Alternates between red and blue when the lightbar is on.kmlGnoMenu Navigation< or > to Menu Entry. - directly below Menu Entry to select.U or D to scroll through sub-list. - directly below Menu Entry to select. H to exit.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 4  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Declaration of ConformityEnglishiDeclaration of ConformityThis declaration is applicable to your radio only if your radio is labeled with the FCC logo shown below.DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYPer FCC CFR 47 Part 2 Section 2.1077(a)Responsible Party Name: Motorola, Inc.Address: 1301 East Algonquin Road, Schaumburg, IL 60196-1078, U.S.A.Phone Number: 1-800-927-2744Hereby declares that the product:Model Name: APX 7500conforms to the following regulations:FCC Part 15, subpart B, section 15.107(a), 15.107(d) and section 15.109(a)Class B Digital DeviceAs a personal computer peripheral, 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.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page i  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Declaration of ConformityEnglishiiNote: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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate 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 interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page ii  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
ContentsEnglishiiiContentsThis User Guide contains all the information you need to use the APX™ 7500 Series Digital Mobile Radios.Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iImportant Safety Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ixProduct Safety and RF Exposure Compliance  . . . . .ixSoftware Version  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ixComputer Software Copyrights  . . . . . . . . . . . . xDocumentation Copyrights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xDisclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xGetting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1How to Use This Guide  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Notations Used in This Manual  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Additional Performance Enhancement  . . . . . . . . . . . 2Dynamic System Resilience (DSR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2CrossTalk Prevention  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Encrypted Integrated Data (EID)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2SecureNet  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2What Your Dealer/System AdministratorCan Tell You  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Preparing Your Radio for Use  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Turning On the Radio  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Validating Compatibility During Power Up   . . . . . . . . 5Adjusting the Volume  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Adjusting the Display Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Identifying Radio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Radio Parts and Controls   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Programmable Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Assignable Radio Functions   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8Assignable Settings or Utility Functions . . . . . . . . . 10Accessing the Preprogrammed Functions  . . . . . . . 10Using the Menu Select Buttons  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Using the Navigation Buttons   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Home Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11Data Feature Button  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  114-Way Navigation Button  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11Mode Knob  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11Using the Top Programmable Buttons . . . . . . . . . .  11O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page iii  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
ContentsEnglishivUsing the Keypad   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Keypad Characters – Uppercase Mode  . . . . . . . . . 12Keypad Characters – Lowercase Mode  . . . . . . . . . 13Keypad Characters – Numeric Mode  . . . . . . . . . . . 14Keypad Characters – Hexadecimal Mode   . . . . . . . 15Push-To-Talk (PTT) Button   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Identifying Status Indicators  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Status Icons  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Text Messaging Service (TMS) Icons   . . . . . . . . . . 19Status Icons  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19TMS Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Call Type Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21LED Indicator  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Intelligent Lighting Indicators  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Alert Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Phone Call Display and Alert Prompts  . . . . . . . . . . 27General Radio Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Selecting a Zone   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Selecting a Radio Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Receiving and Responding to a Radio Call  . . . . . . 30Receiving and Responding to a Talkgroup Call  . . . 30Receiving and Responding to a Private Call (Trunking Only)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31Receiving and Responding to a Telephone Call (Trunking Only)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Making a Radio Call  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Making a Talkgroup Call  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Making a Private Call (Trunking Only) . . . . . . . . . . .33Making an Enhanced Private Call (Trunking Only)  .34Making a Telephone Call (Trunking Only) . . . . . . . .35Repeater or Direct Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Monitoring Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Monitoring a Channel   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36Conventional Mode Operation   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Advanced Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Advanced Call Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Calling a Phone Not in the List  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38Receiving and Making a Selective Call (ASTRO Conventional Only)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Receiving a Selective Call  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Making a Selective Call  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Using the Talkgroup Call Feature (Conventional Operation Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Selecting a Talkgroup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Sending a Status Call  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page iv  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
ContentsEnglishvUsing the Dynamic Regrouping Feature (Trunking Only)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41Requesting a Reprogram (Trunking Only)  . . . . . . .42Classifying Regrouped Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Contacts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Making a Private Call from Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . .43Adding a New Contact Entry  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44Deleting a Contact Entry  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46Adding a Contact to a Call List  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46Removing a Contact from a Call List . . . . . . . . . . . .47Editing a Contact in a Call List   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47Editing an Entry Alias . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47Editing as Entry ID  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48Editing a Call Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49Viewing Details of a Contact  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49Scan Lists  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Viewing a Scan List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50Editing the Scan List  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50Changing the Scan List Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51Viewing and Changing the Priority Status  . . . . . . .52Scan  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Turning Scan On or Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52Transmitting While the Scan is On  . . . . . . . . . . . . .53Radio Programmed for Talkback Scan  . . . . . . . . .53Radio Programmed for Non-Talkback Scan   . . . . .53Making a Dynamic Priority Change (Conventional Scan Only)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  53Deleting a Nuisance Channel   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54Restoring a Nuisance Channel   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54Hang Up (HUB)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  55Call Alert Paging  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Receiving a Call Alert Page  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  56Sending a Call Alert Page  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  56Emergency Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Sending an Emergency Alarm  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  58Sending an Emergency Call (Trunking Only)   . . . .  59Sending an Emergency Alarm with Emergency Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  59Sending a Silent Emergency Alarm  . . . . . . . . . . . .  60Using the Emergency Keep-Alive Feature . . . . . . .  61Automatic Registration Service (ARS)  . . . . . . . . . . 62Viewing the Channel which supports ARS Mode   .  62Accessing the User Login Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . .  62Logging In as a User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  63Logging Out   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  64Text Messaging Service (TMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Accessing the TMS Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Composing and Sending a New Text Message . . .  65Sending a Quick Text Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  67Using the Priority Status and Request Reply Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  68O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page v  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
ContentsEnglishviAppending a Priority Status to a Text Message . . . 68Removing a Priority Status from a Text Message  . 69Appending a Request Reply to a Text Message  . . 69Removing a Request Reply from a Text Message  69Appending a Priority Status and a Reply Request to a Text Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Removing a Priority Status and a Reply Request from a Text Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Managing Text Messages   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Receiving a Text Message   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Viewing a Text Message from the Inbox  . . . . . . . . 71Replying to a Received Text Message   . . . . . . . . . 71Accessing the Drafts Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Managing Sent Text Messages   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Viewing a Sent Text Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Sending a Sent Text Message   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Deleting a Text Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Deleting All Text Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Secure Operations  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Enabling the Secure Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Managing Encryption  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Loading the Encryption Key(s)   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Using the Multikey Feature  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Selecting an Encryption Key  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Selecting a Keyset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Erasing the Selected Encryption Keys . . . . . . . . . . 78Requesting an Over-the-Air Rekey (ASTRO Conventional Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79MDC Over-the-Air Rekeying (OTAR) Page  . . . . . .79Hear Clear  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80Security   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Using the Radio Lock   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80Unlocking Your Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80Changing Your Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81Enabling or Disabling the Radio Lock Feature (Secure Radios Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82The Global Positioning System (GPS)  . . . . . . . . . . 82Understanding the GPS Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82Enhancing GPS Performance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83Using the Outdoor Location Feature (Using GPS)  .83Accessing the Outdoor Location Feature . . . . . . . .84Saving a Waypoint  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85Viewing a Saved Waypoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86Editing the Alias of a Waypoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86Editing the Coordinates of a Waypoint  . . . . . . . . . .88Deleting a Single Saved Waypoint  . . . . . . . . . . . . .89Deleting All Saved Waypoints   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89Measuring the Distance and Bearing from a Saved Waypoint  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90Using the Location Feature While in Emergency Mode   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90Trunking System Controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Using the Failsoft System  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page vi  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
ContentsEnglishviiGoing Out of Range   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91SmartZone™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92Using the Site Trunking Feature  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92Locking and Unlocking a Site  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92Viewing and Changing a Site  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93Viewing the Current Site   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93Changing the Current Site  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93Using the Trunked Announcement  . . . . . . . . . . . . .93Initiating an Announcement  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94Ignition Switch Options  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94Blank  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94Tx Inhibit  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94PTT Tx Inhibit  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94Required  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95Soft Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95Ignition Only Power Up  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95Emergency Power Up  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95Auto Power Off Timer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96Utilities   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Viewing the Recent Calls List  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96Selecting the Power Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97Selecting a Radio Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97Toggling the Day or Night Display Mode . . . . . . . . .98Selecting the Stealth Mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98Turning Keypad Tones On or Off  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98Turning Voice Mute On or Off  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99Using the Time-Out Timer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  99Using the Conventional Squelch Operation Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  100Analog Options  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  100Digital Options   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  100Using the PL Defeat Feature  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  100Using the Digital PTT ID Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . .  101Using the Smart PTT Feature (Conventional Only)   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  101Using Quick-Key Override   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  102Accessing the General Radio Information  . . . . . .  102Accessing the Radio Information   . . . . . . . . . . . .  102Viewing the IP Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  103Viewing the Control Assignments  . . . . . . . . . . . .  104Using the Directional Buttons   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Using the Siren Control Keyapad   . . . . . . . . . . . . 105Using the Manual Siren Button for Manual Siren Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  105Using the Manual Siren Button as Siren Types Selector  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  106Using the Public Address Button  . . . . . . . . . . . . .  106Using the Response Selector   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  106Using External Alarms (Horn and Lights)   . . . . . . 107Using Non-Permanent Horn and Lights  . . . . . . .  107Using Permanent Horn and Lights  . . . . . . . . . . .  108Changing the Selected Alarms  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  108Using the Gun Lock  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  108O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page vii  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
ContentsEnglishviiiUnlocking Single Gun Lock  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108Unlocking All Gun Locks  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Using the Voice Announcement  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Using the Action Consolidation Mode . . . . . . . . . . 111Activating the Action Consolidation Activities   . . . 111Deactivating the Action Consolidation Activities  . 112Helpful Tips  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113Caring for Your Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114Appendix: Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency Range   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Special Channel Assignments  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Emergency Channel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115Non-Commercial Call Channel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115Operating Frequency Requirements   . . . . . . . . . . 116Glossary  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118Commercial Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page viii  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Important Safety InformationEnglishixImportant Safety InformationProduct Safety and RF Exposure ComplianceATTENTION! This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. Before using this product, read the RF energy awareness information and operating instructions in the Product Safety and RF Exposure booklet enclosed with your radio (Motorola Publication part number 6881095C98) to ensure compliance with RF energy exposure limits. For a list of Motorola-approved antennas, batteries, and other accessories, visit the following website: http://www.motorola.com/governmentandenterpriseSoftware VersionAll the features described in the following sections are supported by the radio's software version R05.00.00 or later. See Accessing the Radio Information on page 102 to determine your radio's software version. Check with your dealer or system administrator for more details of all the features supported.Before using this product, read the operating instructions for safe usage contained in the Product Safety and RF Exposure booklet enclosed with your radio.!C a u t i o nO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page ix  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Computer Software CopyrightsEnglishxComputer Software CopyrightsThe Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Motorola certain exclusive rights for copyrighted computer programs, including, but not limited to, the exclusive right to copy or reproduce in any form the copyrighted computer program. Accordingly, any copyrighted Motorola computer programs contained in the Motorola products described in this manual may not be copied, reproduced, modified, reverse-engineered, or distributed in any manner without the express written permission of Motorola. Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola products shall not be deemed to grant either directly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license under the copyrights, patents or patent applications of Motorola, except for the normal non-exclusive license to use that arises by operation of law in the sale of a product.Documentation CopyrightsNo duplication or distribution of this document or any portion thereof shall take place without the express written permission of Motorola. No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose without the express written permission of Motorola.DisclaimerThe information in this document is carefully examined, and is believed to be entirely reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. Furthermore, Motorola reserves the right to make changes to any products herein to improve readability, function, or design. Motorola does not assume any liability arising out of the applications or use of any product or circuit described herein; nor does it cover any license under its patent rights, nor the rights of others. O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page x  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Getting StartedEnglish1Getting StartedTake a moment to review the following:How to Use This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1Notations Used in This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1Additional Performance Enhancement . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2What Your Dealer/System Administrator Can Tell You. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3How to Use This GuideThis User Guide covers the basic operation of the APX™ 7500 O9 Control Head Mobile Radios.However, your dealer or system administrator may have customized your radio for your specific needs. Check with your dealer or system administrator for more information.Notations Used in This ManualThroughout the text in this publication, you will notice the use of WARNING, Caution, and Note. These notations are used to emphasize that safety hazards exist, and the care that must be taken or observed.An operational procedure, practice, or condition, etc., which may result in injury or death if not carefully observed.An operational procedure, practice, or condition, etc., which may result in damage to the equipment if not carefully observed.Note: An operational procedure, practice, or condition, etc., which is essential to emphasize.!W A R N I N G!!C a u t i o nO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 1  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Getting StartedEnglish2The following special notations identify certain items:Additional Performance EnhancementThe following are some of the latest creations designed to enhance the security, quality and efficiency of APX radios.Dynamic System Resilience (DSR)DSR ensures the radio system is seamlessly switched to a backup master site dynamically in case of system failure. DSR also provides additional indication e.g. failure detection, fault recovery, and redundancy within the system to address to the user in need. Mechanisms related to the Integrated Voice and Data (IV & D) or data centric are all supported by DSR.CrossTalk PreventionThis feature prevents crosstalk scenario from happening, especially when a wideband antenna is used. This feature allows the adjustment of the Trident Transmitting SSI clock rate in the radio to be varied from the Receiving Frequency. This subsequently reduced the possibilities of radio frequency interfering spurs and prevents the issues of crosstalk. Encrypted Integrated Data (EID) EID provides security encryption and authentication of IV & D data bearer service communication between the radio and the Customer Enterprise Network.SecureNetSecureNet allows user to perform secured communications on an Analog or Motorola Data Communication (MDC) channel. The MDC OTAR feature will allow users to perform OTAR activities on an MDC channel.Example DescriptionHome button or HButtons and keys are shown in bold print or as an icon.Phone Menu entries are shown similar to the way they appear on the radio’s display.>This means “Press the right side of the 4-way Navigation button.”O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 2  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Preparing Your Radio for UseEnglish3What Your Dealer/System AdministratorCan Tell YouCheck with your dealer or system administrator, if the radio is to be operated in extremely cold temperatures (less than -20 °C), for the correct radio settings to ensure proper operation.You can also consult your dealer or system administrator about the following:•Is your radio preprogrammed with any preset conventional channels?•Which buttons have been preprogrammed to access other features? •What optional accessories may suit your needs?Preparing Your Radio for UseAssemble your radio by following these steps:Turning On the Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 4Validating Compatibility During Power Up . . . . . . . . . . .page 5Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 5Adjusting the Display Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 6O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 3  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Preparing Your Radio for UseEnglish4Turning On the RadioPress the Power On/Off Button briefly to power on the radio.After a short time, the red, yellow and green LEDs light up. The display then shows Zone and channel text, and menu items display on the screen.The backlight will turn on to the last selected dim level.Note: Pressing the Power On/Off Button before the LED lights up will be ignored.If Fail ##/## appears in the display, the radio will not function until the condition has been corrected.If Error ##/## appears, some non-critical data has been changed. If either of these displays appear, if the display goes blank, or if the unit appears to be locked up, see Helpful Tips on page 99 for more information.If Ch mismatch appears, means that either the Control Head has been connected to an incompatible transceiver, or vice versa.If your radio does not power up, contact your dealer.To turn off the radio, press the Power On/Off Button after the LEDs light up.Power On/Off buttonO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 4  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Preparing Your Radio for UseEnglish5Validating Compatibility During Power UpThe radio validates and updates the software and hardware of your control head(s) during power up. Follow the procedure below when your radio runs this task.Procedure:1The display shows Maintenance Mode Remote Device promptly followed by other maintenance statuses.2The display shows Update done Please reset upon completion.ORThe display shows Update failed Please reset when it fails to update.3Press the Power On/Off Button to reset. The radio runs the usual power up operation if the software updates are complete.ORThe radio runs the Maintenance Mode if the updates are not complete and repeat step 1.Note: If SW incomplete appears, use Flashport Recovery Tool to update the control heads before you power on the radio again.Adjusting the VolumeTo increase the volume, rotate the Volume Knob clockwise.To decrease the volume, rotate the Volume Knob counterclockwise. Volume KnobO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 5  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Radio ControlsEnglish6Adjusting the Display BacklightYou can change the intensity of the radio’s display backlight as needed to suite the environment conditions.Note: The backlight setting also affects the Menu Select buttons, the Menu Navigation buttons and the keypad backlighting accordingly.Procedure: Press and hold + on the n button to increase brightness. Release the button to stop.ORPress and hold the - on the n button to decrease brightness. Release the button to stop.Identifying Radio ControlsTake a moment to review the following:Radio Parts and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 7Programmable Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 8Assignable Radio Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 8Assignable Settings or Utility Functions . . . . . . . . . . page 10Accessing the Preprogrammed Functions. . . . . . . . . . page 10Using the Menu Select Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 10Using the Navigation Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 11Using the Keypad  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 12Keypad Characters – Uppercase Mode. . . . . . . . . . page 12Keypad Characters – Lowercase Mode. . . . . . . . . . page 13Keypad Characters – Numeric Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . page 14Keypad Characters – Hexadecimal Mode . . . . . . . . page 15Push-To-Talk (PTT) Button  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 16O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 6  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Radio ControlsEnglish7Radio Parts and Controls 43811161718Siren Control ButtonsProgrammable Buttons (Top)Response SelectorDirectional ButtonsOrange ButtonPublic Address ButtonKeypadData Feature ButtonMode Knob4-Way Navigation ButtonHome ButtonSatus IconsProgrammable Buttons (Bottom)Menu Select ButtonsVolume KnobDisplay Backlight Control ButtonsLED IndicatorsPower On/Off Button1234567891011121314151617181321567910141512O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 7  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Radio ControlsEnglish8Programmable FeaturesAny reference in this manual to a control that is “preprogrammed” means that the control must be programmed by a dealer or qualified radio technician using the radio's programming software, in order to assign a feature to that control.The programmable buttons can be programmed as shortcuts to radio functions or preset channels/groups depending on the duration of a button press:•Press – Pressing and releasing rapidly.•Long press – Pressing and holding for the preprogrammed duration (between 0.25 seconds and 3.75 seconds).•Hold down – Keeping the button pressed.Assignable Radio FunctionsAction Consolidation – Allows the radio to execute a specific sequence of actions that combine audio, visual and location data. E.g. Mode Change, Lightbar, Siren, Direct Status and Location Data. Bluetooth – Toggles bluetooth feature off or on. Call Alert – Allows the radio to function like a pager, or to verify if a radio is active on the system.Call Response – Allows you to answer a private call.Channel – Selects a channel.Contacts – Selects the Contacts menu.Dynamic Priority (Conventional Only) – Allows any channel in a scan list (except for the Priority-One channel) to temporarily replace the Priority-Two channel.Emergency – Depending on the programming, initiates or cancels an emergency alarm or call.Gun Lock – Triggers the Gun Lock(s) to open.Information – Displays the information of the radio.Internet Protocol Address – Displays the Internet Protocol (IP) address, device name and status of the radio.Location – Determines the current location (latitude, longitude, time and date), and also the distance and bearing to another location. Or, turns the GPS functionality on or off for all location.Message – Enters the current message list.Monitor (Conventional Only) – Monitors a selected channel for all radio traffic until function is disabled.Multiple Private Line (Conventional Only) – Selects the Multiple Private Line lists.Nuisance Delete – Temporarily removes an unwanted channel, except for priority channels or the designated transmit channel, from the scan list. O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 8  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Radio ControlsEnglish9One Touch 1 – 4 – Launches a specific feature with one single button-press. You can setup as much as four separately programmed buttons for four different features.Phone – Allows you to make and receive calls similar to standard phone calls.Private Call (Trunking Only) – Allows a call from an individual radio to another individual radio.Radio Profiles – Allows for easy access to a set of preprogrammed visual and audio settings of the radio.Recent Calls – Allows for easy access to the list of calls recently received or made.Rekey Request – Notifies the dispatcher that you require a new   encryption key.Relay Pattern – Activates different lightbar patterns for different applications.Repeater Access Button (RAB) (Conventional Only) – Allows to manually send a repeater access codeword.Reprogram Request (Trunking Only) – Notifies the dispatcher that you want a new dynamic regrouping assignment.Request-To-Talk (Conventional Only) – Notifies the dispatcher that you want to send a voice call.Scan – Toggles scan on or off.Scan List Programming – Selects the scan list for editing.Secure/Clear – Toggles secure operation on or off.Selective Call (Conventional Only) – Calls an assigned radio.Siren – Turns different Siren Tones on or off.Site Display (Trunking Only) – Displays the current site ID and RSSI value.Site Lock/Unlock – Locks onto a specific site.Site Search (Trunking Only) – Performs site search for AMSS (Automatic Multiple Site Select) or SmartZone operation.Status – Sends data calls to the dispatcher about a predefined status.Talkaround/Direct (Conventional Only) – Toggles between using a repeater and communicating directly with another radio.Talkgroup (Conventional Only) – Allows a call from an individual radio to a group of radios.Text Messaging Service (TMS) – Selects the text messaging menu.TMS Quick Text – Selects a predefined message.User – Automatically registers with the server.Zone Select – Allows selection from a list of zones.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 9  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Radio ControlsEnglish10Assignable Settings or Utility FunctionsHorns/Lights – Toggles horns and lights feature on or off.Keypad Lock – Toggles the keypad lock on or off.Voice Announcement – Audibly indicates the current feature mode, Zone or Channel the user has just assigned. Voice Mute – Toggles voice mute on or off.Volume Set Tone – Sets the volume set tone.Accessing the Preprogrammed FunctionsYou can access various radio functions through one of the following ways:•A short or long press of the relevant programmable buttons such as Top Function Programmable Button or Bottom Function Programmable Button.OR•Use the Menu Select Button ( - ).Using the Menu Select ButtonsThe Menu Select Buttons access the menu entries of features.Note: Check with your dealer or system administrator for the list of features activated in your radio.Your radio may be preprogrammed differently from the following example, but the steps for selecting a channel may appear as shown below:•Press the Menu Select Button ( - ) directly below Channel.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 10  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Radio ControlsEnglish11Using the Navigation ButtonsHome ButtonThe H button returns you to the Home (default) screen. In most cases, this is the current mode.For selected radio features, the H button is also used to save user-edited radio settings or information before returning you to the Home screen.Note: Some features do not require you to press H to go to the Home screen. Refer to the individual feature sections in this manual for further details on saving user-edited radio settings or information.Data Feature ButtonUse this button to access data-related features, such as the Text Messaging Service (TMS) feature screen.4-Way Navigation ButtonUse this button to scroll up, down, left or right.Press and release one of the button to scroll from one entry to the next one. Press and hold one of the button to have the radio toggles through the list automatically (release the button to stop).Mode KnobUse this Mode Knob to scroll through the channels by turning it clockwise or counterclockwise.Using the Top Programmable ButtonsEach Top Programmable Button has its feature name or acronym displayed on the softkey below them. The softkey indicates different status when the corresponding Top Programmable Button is pressed or activated.Solid green – Indicates the feature is on.Blinking green – Indicates the feature is currently busy.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 11  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Radio ControlsEnglish12Using the Keypad You can use the 3 x 4 alphanumeric keypad to access your radio’s features. The keypad functions in a manner similar to a standard telephone keypad when entering numeric digits. When the keypad is used to edit a list, each key can generate different characters of the alphabet. The tables below show the number of times a key needs to be pressed to generate the required character.Keypad Characters – Uppercase ModeNumber of Times Key is PressedKey123456789101112131415161718 1920A1.,?! ;@_-*#&$/+=\“‘()BABCCDEFDGH IEJKLFMNOGPQRSHTUVIWX Y ZK   Toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.JSpaceLToggle between numeric and letter mode. O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 12  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Radio ControlsEnglish13Keypad Characters – Lowercase ModeNumber of Times Key is PressedKey123456789101112131415161718192021A1.,?! ;@_-*#&$/+=\“‘()BabcCdefDgh iEjklFmnoGpqrsHtuvIwxyzK   Toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.JSpaceLToggle between numeric and letter mode. O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 13  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Radio ControlsEnglish14Keypad Characters – Numeric ModeNumber of Times Key is PressedKey123456789101112131415161718 1920A1.,?! ;@_-*#&$/+=\“‘()B2C3D4E5F6G7H8I9K0JSpaceLToggle between numeric and letter mode. O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 14  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Radio ControlsEnglish15Keypad Characters – Hexadecimal ModeNumber of Times Key is PressedKey123456789101112131415161718192021A1B2ABCC3DEFD4E5F6G7H8I9K0JNot applicableLNot applicableO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 15  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Status IndicatorsEnglish16Push-To-Talk (PTT) ButtonThe PTT button on the side of the microphone serves two basic purposes:•While a call is in progress, the PTT button allows the radio to transmit to other radios in the call.Press and hold down PTT button to talk. Release the PTT button to listen.The microphone is activated when the PTT button is pressed.•While a call is not in progress, the PTT button is used to make a new call. See Making a Radio Call on page 33 for more information.Identifying Status IndicatorsYour radio indicates its operational status through the following:Status Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 17Text Messaging Service (TMS) Icons  . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 19Status Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 19TMS Menu Options  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 20Call Type Icons  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 21LED Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 22Intelligent Lighting Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 23Alert Tones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 24Phone Call Display and Alert Prompts. . . . . . . . . . . . . page 27PTT ButtonO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 16  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Status IndicatorsEnglish17Status IconsThe 480 x 272 pixel front liquid crystal display (LCD) of your radio shows radio status, text entries, and menu entries. The top two display rows contain color icons that indicate radio operating conditions. Selected icons are also shown on the first row of the 112 x 32 pixel top monochrome display screen of your radio.The following icons are for the front display screen unless indicated otherwise.ReceivingRadio is receiving a call or data.TransmittingRadio is transmitting a call or data.Call ReceivedRadio has received an Individual Call.Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)The number of bars displayed represents the received signal strength for the current site, for trunking only. The more stripes in the icon, the stronger the signal.FDirect•On = Radio is currently configured for direct radio-to-radio communication (during conventional operation only).•Off = Radio is connected with other radios through a repeater.Monitor (Carrier Squelch)Selected channel is being monitored (during conventional operation only).In-Call User Alert•On = The feature is enabled. Voice muting of the affiliated trunking talkgroup or selected conventional channel is activated.•Off = The feature is disabled. Voice muting of the affiliated trunking talkgroup or selected conventional channel is deactivated.Power Level•L = Radio is set at Low power.•H = Radio is set at High power.ScanRadio is scanning a scan list.OMKH or .iO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 17  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Status IndicatorsEnglish18Priority Channel Scan•Blinking dot = Radio detects activity on channel designated as Priority-One.•Steady dot = Radio detects activity on channel designated as Priority-Two.View/Program ModeRadio is in the view or program mode.•On steady = View mode•Blinking = Program modeVote Scan EnabledThe vote scan feature is enabled.Secure Operation•On = Secure operation.•Off = Clear operation.•Blinking = Receiving an encrypted voice call.AES Secure Operation•On = AES Secure operation.•Off = Clear operation.•Blinking = Receiving an encrypted voice call.kmlLocation Signal•On = Location feature is enabled, and location signal is available.•Off = Location feature is disabled.•Blinking = Location feature is enabled, but no location signal is available.User Login Indicator (IP Packet Data)•On = User is currently associated with the radio.•Off = User is currently not associated with the radio.•Blinking = Device registration or user registration with the server failed due to an invalid username or pin.Data ActivityData activity is present.HexadecimalIndicates that the text entry is currently in hexadecimal mode.LightbarAlternates between red and blue when the lightbar is on.GnoO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 18  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Status IndicatorsEnglish19Text Messaging Service (TMS) IconsThis feature allows you to send and receive text messages. See Text Messaging Service (TMS) on page 64 for more information.Status IconsThe following icons appear on the radio’s display when you send and receive text messages.Inbox FullThe Inbox is full.Message SentThe text message is sent successfully.Message UnsentThe text message cannot be sent.Unread Message•User receives a new message.•The selected text message in the Inbox has not been read.Read MessageThe selected text message in the Inbox has been read.Normal MessageUser is composing a message with normal priority and without a request for a reply.3/6 Message IndexIndicates the index of the current message the user is viewing. Example: If the user is looking at the third message out of a total of 6 messages in the Inbox folder, the icon is displayed as the icon on the left column.Priority Status•The “Priority” feature is toggled on before the message is sent.•Messages in the Inbox folder are flagged with “Priority”.Request Reply•The “Request Reply” feature is toggled on before the message is sent.•Messages in the Inbox folder are flagged with “Request Reply”.YrO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 19  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Status IndicatorsEnglish20TMS Menu OptionsPriority Status and Request Reply•User is composing a message with a priority status and a request for a reply.•Messages in the Inbox folder are flagged with “Priority” and “Request Reply”.NumericIndicates that the text entry is currently in numeric mode.Mixed CaseIndicates that the text entry is currently in normal text mode.UppercaseIndicates that the text entry is currently in uppercase mode.LowercaseIndicates that the text entry is currently in lowercase mode.Menu Option Description/FunctionBack Brings you back to the previous screen.Clr Deletes all messages.Del Deletes a message or text.Edit Brings you to the edit screen.Exit Exits to the Home screen.No Returns to the previous screen.Optn Brings you to the Options main screen.Rply Replies to a message.Sel Selects the highlighted command.Send Sends the message.Yes Updates or saves a command.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 20  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Status IndicatorsEnglish21Call Type IconsThe following icons appear on the radio’s main display, when you make or receive a call, or view selected call lists, to indicate the different call types associated with an alias or ID. Radio number.Radio number added to a Call List.Mobile number.Mobile number added to a Call List.U?Landline phone number.Landline phone number added to a Call List.Incoming call or data.Outgoing call or data.Incoming emergency call.%O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 21  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Status IndicatorsEnglish22LED IndicatorThe LED indicator shows the operational status of your radio.Solid red – Radio is transmitting.Rapidly blinking red – Radio has failed the self test upon powering up or encountered a fatal error.Solid yellow – Channel is busy.Blinking yellow – Radio is receiving a secured transmission.Solid green – Radio is powering up, or is on a non-priority channel while in the Scan List Programming mode.Blinking green – Radio is receiving an individual or telephone call, or is on a Priority-Two channel while in the Scan List Programming mode.Rapidly blinking green – Radio is on a Priority-One channel while in the Scan List Programming mode.Red LED Yellow LED Green LED O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 22  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Status IndicatorsEnglish23Intelligent Lighting IndicatorsThis feature temporary changes the backlight of the display screen and the keypad, and adds a color bar to the main display screen to help signal that a radio event has occurred.Note: This feature must be preprogrammed by a qualified radio technician.Backlight and Bar Color Notification WhenOrange Emergency Alerts The radio initiates an emergency alarm or call.The radio receives an emergency alarm or call.Red Critical AlertsThe radio is out of range.The radio enters failsoft mode.The radio is unable to establish a full connection with the system.The radio is unable to authenticate or register with the system.Green Call AlertsThe radio receives a private call.The radio receives a phone call.The radio receives a call alert.The radio receives a selective call.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 23  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Status IndicatorsEnglish24Alert TonesAn alert tone is a sound or group of sounds. Your radio uses alert tones to inform you of your radio’s conditions. The following table lists these tones and when they occur.You Hear Tone Name HeardShort, Low-Pitched ToneRadio Self Test Fail When radio fails its power-up self test.Reject When unauthorized request is made.Time-Out Timer Warning Four seconds before time out.No ACK Received When radio fails to receive an acknowledgment.Individual Call Warning Tone When radio is in an individual call for greater than 6 seconds without any activity.Long, Low-Pitched ToneTime-Out Timer Timed Out After time out.Talk Prohibit/PTT Inhibit (When PTT button is pressed) transmissions are not allowed.Out of Range (When PTT button is pressed) the radio is out of range of the system.Invalid Mode When radio is on an unpreprogrammed channel.A Group of Low-Pitched Tones Busy When system is busy.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 24  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Status IndicatorsEnglish25Short,Medium-PitchedToneValid Key-Press When correct key is pressed.Radio Self Test Pass When radio passes its power-up self test.Clear Voice At beginning of a non-coded communication.Priority Channel Received When activity on a priority channel is received.Emergency Alarm Entry When entering the emergency state.Central Echo When central controller has received a request from a radio.Long, Medium-PitchedToneVolume Set When volume is changed on a quiet channel.Emergency Exit When exiting the emergency state.A Group ofMedium-PitchedTonesFailsoft When the trunking system fails.Automatic Call Back When voice channel is available from previous request.Talk Permit (When PTT button is pressed) verifying system accepting transmissions.Keyfail When encryption key has been lost.Console Acknowledge When status, emergency alarm, or reprogram request ACK is received.Received Individual Call When Call Alert or Private Call is received.Call Alert Sent When Call Alert is received by the target radio.Site Trunking When a SmartZone trunking system fails.You Hear Tone Name HeardO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 25  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Status IndicatorsEnglish26RingingFast Ringing When system is searching for target of Private Call.Enhanced Call Sent When waiting for target of Private Call to answer the call.Phone Call Received When a land-to-mobile phone call is received.Gurgle Dynamic Regrouping (When the PTT button is pressed) a dynamic ID has been received.Unique, Low-Pitched Chirp New Message When a new message is received.Unique, High-Pitched Chirp Priority Status When a priority message is received.You Hear Tone Name HeardO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 26  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Identifying Status IndicatorsEnglish27Phone Call Display and Alert PromptsThe following appears on the radio’s display when you make and receive Phone calls. The radio also uses alert tones to indicate the current status.You Hear You See When NotesA Long ToneNo phone You press the PTT button and the phone system is not available. Press H to hang up. The radio returns to the Home screen.Phone busy The phone system is busy. Press H to exit the phone mode and try your call later.A Busy Tone Phone busy When a channel is not available. The radio automatically connects when a channel opens.–No acknowledge The call is not acknowledged. Press H to hang up. The radio returns to the Home screen.A High-Pitched Tone –When you release the PTT button. The radio indicates to the landline party that he or she may begin talking.Note: You have the option of sending additional digits (overdial), such as an extension number, or credit card or PIN numbers, to the phone system. If the radio is preprogrammed for live overdial, every digit entered after the call is connected is sent to the phone system.If the radio is preprogrammed for buffered overdial, the digits pressed are entered into memory and then sent when the PTT button is pressed. Press the PTT button to send either digits or voice, but not both at the same time.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 27  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
General Radio OperationEnglish28General Radio OperationOnce you understand how your APX 7500 Mobile is configured, you are ready to use your radio.Use this navigation guide to familiarize yourself with the basic Call features:Selecting a Zone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 28Selecting a Radio Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 29Receiving and Responding to a Radio Call. . . . . . . . . page 30Making a Radio Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 33Repeater or Direct Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 36Monitoring Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 36Selecting a ZoneA zone is a group of channels.Use the following procedure to select a zone.Note: Your radio must be preprogrammed to allow you to use this feature.Procedure:Rotate the Mode knob until the display shows the desired zone.OR1< or > to Zone.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Zone.3U or D to the required zone.ORUse the keypad to enter the zone number.4If the zone number entered is unprogrammed, the display shows Invalid entry. Repeat Step 3.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Select to confirm the displayed zone. Press the PTT button to transmit on the displayed zone channel.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 28  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
General Radio OperationEnglish29Selecting a Radio ChannelA channel is a group of radio characteristics, such as transmit/receive frequency pairs.Use the following procedure to select a channel.Note: Your radio must be preprogrammed to allow you to use this feature. If you select a channel that is not within the preprogrammed band, the radio indicates that it is on an unsupported frequency with both audio and visual warnings.Procedure:Rotate the Mode knob until the display shows the desired channel.OR1< or > to Channel.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Channel.3U or D to the required channel.ORUse the keypad to enter the channel number.4If the channel number entered is unprogrammed, the display shows Invalid entry. Repeat Step 3.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Select to confirm the selected channel.Press the PTT button to transmit on the displayed zone channel.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 29  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
General Radio OperationEnglish30Receiving and Responding to a Radio CallOnce you have selected the required channel and/or zone, you can proceed to receive and respond to calls.The LED lights up solid red while the radio is transmitting, and solid yellow when the radio is receiving a transmission (conventional mode only). There is no LED indication when the radio receives a transmission in trunking mode.If the radio is receiving a secure transmission, the LED blinks yellow.Receiving and Responding to a Talkgroup CallTo receive a call from a group of users, your radio must be configured as part of that talkgroup.Procedure:When you receive a talkgroup call (while on the Home screen), depending on how your radio is preprogrammed:1ASTRO Conventional Only:The LED lights up solid yellow. The display shows the talkgroup alias or ID, and the caller alias or ID.ORTrunking Only:The display shows the caller alias or ID.2Hold the microphone vertically 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.0 cm) from your mouth. 3Press the PTT button to respond to the call. The LED lights up solid red. 4Release the PTT button to listen.See Making a Talkgroup Call on page 33 for details on making a Talkgroup Call.Red LED Yellow LED Green LED O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 30  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
General Radio OperationEnglish31Receiving and Responding to a Private Call (Trunking Only)A Private Call is a call from an individual radio to another individual radio.These one-to-one calls between two radios are not heard by others in the current talkgroup. The calling radio automatically verifies that the receiving radio is active on the system and can display the caller ID.Note: The radio automatically exits the feature, if the feature inactivity timer is enabled, when the radio is left idle and the timer expires. You will hear the Menu Inactive Exit Tone upon feature exit.Procedure:When you receive a Private Call:1You hear two alert tones and the LED blinks green. The display shows Call received and the call received icon blinks.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Resp.ORPress the Call Response button within 20 seconds after the call indicators begin.3During the call, the display shows the caller alias (name), if it is in the call list.ORDuring the call, the display shows the caller ID (number), if the caller’s name is not in the call list.4Press and hold the PTT button to talk. Release the PTT button to listen.5Press H or the Call Response button to hang up and return to the Home screen.Note: If you press PTT button before pressing the Menu Select button directly below Resp, your conversation will be heard by all members of the talk group.If 20 seconds pass before you press the Menu Select button directly below the Resp, you will not respond privately to the call just received. Instead, you initiate a Private Call.See Making a Private Call (Trunking Only) on page 33 for details on making a Private Call.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 31  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
General Radio OperationEnglish32Receiving and Responding to a Telephone Call (Trunking Only)This feature allows you to receive calls similar to standard phone calls from a landline phone.Note: The radio automatically exits the feature, if the feature inactivity timer is enabled, when the radio is left idle and the timer expires. You will hear the Menu Inactive Exit Tone upon feature exit.Procedure:Use the preprogrammed Call Response button to answer a Telephone Call:1You hear a telephone-type ringing and the LED blinks green. The backlight of the screen and the bar turns green. The display shows Phone Call and the call received icon blinks.2Press the Call Response button within 20 seconds after the call indicators begin.3Press and hold the PTT button to talk. Release the PTT button to listen.4Press H or the Call Response button to hang up and return to the Home screen.ORUse the Menu Select button to answer a Telephone Call:1You hear a telephone-type ringing and the LED blinks green. The backlight of the screen turns green. The display shows Phone call and the call received icon blinks.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Resp.3Press and hold the PTT button to talk. Release the PTT button to listen.4Press H or the Menu Select button directly below EXIT to hang up and return to the Home screen.See Making a Telephone Call (Trunking Only) on page 35 for details on making a Telephone Call.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 32  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
General Radio OperationEnglish33Making a Radio CallYou can select a zone, channel, subscriber ID, or talkgroup by using:•The preprogrammed Zone switch•The Mode Knob•A preprogrammed One Touch Call button•The Contacts list (see Viewing Details of a Contact on page 49)Note: The radio automatically exits the feature, if the feature inactivity timer is enabled, when the radio is left idle and the timer expires. You will hear the Menu Inactive Exit Tone upon feature exit.Making a Talkgroup CallTo make a call to a group of users, your radio must be configured as part of that talkgroup.Procedure:1> or < to TalkGrp and press the Menu Select button directly below TalkGrp. The display shows the last-selected talkgroup.Press the Menu Select button directly below Select.ORTurn the Mode Knob to select the channel with the desired talkgroup. 2Hold the microphone vertically 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.0 cm) from your mouth.3Press the PTT button to make the call. 4ASTRO Conventional Only:The LED lights up solid red. The display shows the talkgroup alias or ID.OR Trunking Only:The LED lights up solid red.5Speak clearly into the microphone.6Release the PTT button to listen.Making a Private Call (Trunking Only)Procedure:Press the preprogrammed Quick Access (One-Touch) Private Call button to dial the preprogrammed ID (number) and proceed to Step 5. ORFollow the procedure below. 1< or > to Call.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 33  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
General Radio OperationEnglish342Press the Menu Select button directly below Call. The display shows the last transmitted ID, received ID and your radio ID.3U or D to the required ID.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts to scroll through and select the required ID.ORUse the keypad to enter the required ID.4Press the PTT button to start the Private Call.5The display shows Calling... <Number> or Calling... <Alias>.6Hold the microphone vertically 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.0 cm) from your mouth.7When you are connected, the display shows the ID of the target radio. Press and hold the PTT button to talk. Release the PTT button to listen.ORIf no acknowledgment is received, the display shows No acknowledge.8Press H to return to the Home screen.Making an Enhanced Private Call (Trunking Only)This feature allows you to send an individual Call Alert page if there is no answer from the target radio. See Sending a Call Alert Page on page 56 for more information.Note: Your radio must be preprogrammed to allow you to use this feature.Procedure:Press the preprogrammed Quick Access (One-Touch) Enhanced Private Call button to dial the preprogrammed ID and proceed to Step 5. ORFollow the procedure below. 1< or > to Call. 2Press the Menu Select button directly below Call. The display shows the last transmitted ID, received ID and your radio ID.3U or D to the required ID.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts to scroll through and select the required ID.ORUse the keypad to enter the required ID.4Press the PTT button to start the Private Call.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 34  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
General Radio OperationEnglish355The display shows Calling... <Number> or Calling... <Alias>.6Hold the radio vertically 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.0 cm) from your mouth.7When you are connected, the display shows the ID of the target radio. Press and hold the PTT button to talk. Release the PTT button to listen.ORIf no acknowledgment is received, the display shows No acknowledge.ORIf the target radio does not respond before the time out, the display shows No answer.8Press H to return to the Home screen.Making a Telephone Call (Trunking Only)This feature allows you to make calls similar to standard phone calls to a mobile or landline phone.Procedure:Press the preprogrammed Quick Access (One-Touch) Phone Call button to dial the preprogrammed phone number and proceed to Step 5. ORFollow the procedure below. 1< or > to Phone.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Phone. The display shows the last transmitted and received phone number.3U or D to the required phone number.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts to scroll through and select the required ID.ORUse the keypad to enter the required phone number.4Press and release the PTT button to dial the phone number.5Hold the microphone vertically 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.0 cm) from your mouth.6When your call is answered, press the PTT button to talk. Release the PTT button to listen.7Press H to return to the Home screen.See Phone Call Display and Alert Prompts on page 27 for more information if your call is NOT answered.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 35  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
General Radio OperationEnglish36Repeater or Direct OperationThe REPEATER operation increases the radio’s range by connecting with other radios through a repeater. The transmit and receive frequencies are different.The DIRECT or “talkaround operation” allows you to bypass the repeater and connect directly to another radio. The transmit and receive frequencies are the same.Procedure:Press the preprogrammed Repeater/Direct switch to toggle between talkaround and repeater modes.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to Direct.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Direct.3The display shows Repeater mode if the radio is currently in Repeater mode. ORThe display shows Direct mode and the Talkaround icon if the radio is currently in Direct mode (during conventional operation only).Monitoring FeaturesRadio users who switch from analog to digital radios often assume that the lack of static on a digital channel is an indication that the radio is not working properly. This is not the case. Digital technology quiets the transmission by removing the “noise” from the signal and allowing only the clear voice or data information to be heard.Use the Monitor feature to make sure a channel is clear before transmitting.Monitoring a ChannelProcedure:Lift the microphone off hook.Conventional Modes Only: 1Listen for activity on that channel.2Adjust the Volume knob if necessary.3If you hear no activity, press and hold the PTT button to startORTrunked Modes Only:1Press the PTT button.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 36  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
General Radio OperationEnglish372If you hear two, short, high-pitched tones, or if you hear no tone and the t indicator lights steadily, then proceed with your message.3Release the PTT button to receive (listen).If you are not in the range of the system, you may hear a continuous low-pitched tone and the display shows Out of range.Conventional Mode OperationThis feature allows you to monitor channel traffic on conventional channels by defeating the coded squelch. Thus, you can to listen to another user active on the channel. This way, you may be prevented from talking over someone else’s conversation.Note: This feature must first be enabled by a qualified radio technician or system administrator.Procedure:Take the control head off hook. (This is the same as monitor on. You hear all channel traffic.)OR1At Home mode where the default zone and channel are being displayed, > or < button to Monitor.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Monitor momentarily to activate monitoring. The display shows Monitor on. 3Press the Menu Select button to deactivate the monitoring. The display shows Monitor off.Monitor on shown on the display indicates that the radio is monitoring. Pressing the Menu Select button again turns monitor off and you don’t hear all channel traffic.If you try to transmit on a receive-only channel, you hear an invalid tone until you release the PTT button.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 37  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish38Advanced FeaturesUse this navigation guide to learn more about advanced features available with your radio:Advanced Call Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 38Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 43Scan Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 50Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 52Call Alert Paging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 55Emergency Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 58Automatic Registration Service (ARS)  . . . . . . . . . . . . page 62Text Messaging Service (TMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 64Secure Operations  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 76Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 80The Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . page 82Trunking System Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 91Ignition Switch Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 94Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 96Advanced Call FeaturesCalling a Phone Not in the List1> or < to Phone.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Phone.3Enter the desired phone number on the keypad. The display updates as the numbers are entered.4Press 3 button on the keypad microphone to make the call.5Press and hold the PTT button to talk. Release the PTT button to listen.6Press H or Menu Select button directly below Phone to exit.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 38  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish39Receiving and Making a Selective Call (ASTRO Conventional Only)This feature allows you to receive a call from or to call a specific individual. It is intended to provide privacy and to eliminate the annoyance of having to listen to conversations that are of no interest to you.Receiving a Selective CallProcedure:1When you receive a Selective Call, you hear two alert tones and the LED lights up solid yellow. The call received icons blinks and the display shows Call received.2The speaker unmutes.3Hold the microphone vertically 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.0 cm) from your mouth.4Press and hold the PTT button to talk. Release the PTT button to listen.5Press H to return to the Home screen.Note: If you press PTT button before pressing the Menu Select button directly below Call, your conversation will be heard by all members of the talk group.If 20 seconds pass before you press the Menu Select button directly below the Call, you will not respond privately to the call just received. Instead, you initiate a Selective Call. See Making a Selective Call on page 39.Making a Selective CallProcedure:Press the preprogrammed Quick Access (One-Touch) Selective Call button to dial the preprogrammed ID and proceed to Step 4. ORFollow the procedure below. 1< or > to Call.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Call. The display shows the last transmitted or received ID.3U or D to the required ID.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts to scroll through and select the required ID.ORUse the keypad to enter the required ID.4Hold the radio vertically 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.0 cm) from your mouth.5Press and hold the PTT button to start the Selective Call. The display shows the ID of the target radio.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 39  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish406Release the PTT button to listen.7Press H to return to the Home screen.Using the Talkgroup Call Feature (Conventional Operation Only)This feature allows you to define a group of conventional system users so that they can share the use of a conventional channel.Note: Encryption keys are associated to talkgroups. When talkgroups are associated, encryption keys are changed by changing the active talkgroup. See Secure Operations on page 76 for more information.Selecting a TalkgroupProcedure:1< or > to TalkGrp.2Press the Menu Select button directly below TalkGrp. The display shows the last talkgroup that was selected and stored, Select and Exit.3U or D to Preset for the preset preprogrammed talkgroup.ORU or D to the required talkgroup.ORUse the keypad to enter the number of the corresponding talkgroup in the list.4Press the Menu Select button directly below Select to save the currently selected talkgroup and return to the Home screen.5If the encryption key associated to the new talkgroup is erased, a momentary key fail tone sounds and the display shows Key fail.ORIf the encryption key that is associated to the new talkgroup is not allowed, a momentary key fail tone sounds and the display shows Illegal key.6Press H or the PTT button to exit.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 40  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish41Sending a Status CallThis feature allows you to send data calls to the dispatcher about a predefined status.Each status can have up to a 14-character name. A maximum of eight status conditions is possible.Note: The radio automatically exits the feature, if the feature inactivity timer is enabled, when the radio is left idle and the timer expires. You will hear the Menu Inactive Exit Tone upon feature exit.Procedure:Press the preprogrammed Status button and proceed to Step 3. ORFollow the procedure below. 1< or > to Status.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Status. 3The display shows the last acknowledged status call, or the first status in the list.4U or D to the required status.ORUse the keypad to enter a number corresponding to the location in the status list.5Press the PTT button to send the status.6When the dispatcher acknowledges, four tones sound and the display shows Ack received. The radio returns to normal dispatch operation.ORIf no acknowledgment is received, a low-pitched tone sounds and the display shows No acknowledge.7Press H to return to the Home screen.No traffic is heard on trunked channels while Status Calls is selected. If the radio detects no Status Call activity for six seconds, an alert tone sounds until you press H or the PTT button.Using the Dynamic Regrouping Feature (Trunking Only)This feature allows the dispatcher to temporarily reassign selected radios to a single special channel so they can communicate with each other. This feature is typically used during special operations and is enabled by a qualified radio technician. You will not notice whether your radio has this feature enabled until a dynamic regrouping command is sent by the dispatcher.Note: If you try to access a zone or channel that has been reserved by the dispatcher as a dynamically regrouped mode for other users, an invalid tone sounds.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 41  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish42Procedure:1When your radio is dynamically regrouped, it automatically switches to the dynamically regrouped channel. A “gurgle” tone sounds and the display shows the dynamically regrouped channel’s name.2Press the PTT button to talk. Release PTT button to listen.When the dispatcher cancels dynamic regrouping, the radio automatically returns to the zone and channel that you were using before the radio was dynamically regrouped.Requesting a Reprogram (Trunking Only)This feature lets you notify the dispatcher that you want a new dynamic regrouping assignment.Procedure:Press the preprogrammed Reprogram Request button to send reprogram request to the dispatcher and proceed to Step 3.ORFollow the procedure below. 1< or > to Rpgm.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Rpgm to send reprogram request to the dispatcher.3The display shows Reprgrm rqst and Please wait.4If you hear five beeps, the dispatcher has acknowledged the reprogram request. The display shows Ack received and the radio returns to the Home screen.ORIf the dispatcher does not acknowledge the reprogram request within six seconds, a low-pitched alert tone sounds and the display shows No acknowledge.Try again or press H to cancel and return to the Home screen.Classifying Regrouped RadiosThe dispatcher can classify regrouped radios into either of two categories: Select Enabled or Select Disabled.•Select-enabled radios are free to change to any available channel, including the dynamic-regrouping channel, once the user has selected the dynamic-regrouping position.•Select-disabled radios cannot change channels while dynamically regrouped. The dispatcher has forced the radio to remain on the dynamic-regrouping channel.The Scan or Private Call feature cannot be selected while your radio is Select Disabled.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 42  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish43ContactsThis feature provides “address-book” capabilities on your radio. Each entry corresponds to an alias (name) or ID (number) that you use to initiate a call.Contact entries are alphabetically sorted according to entry alias. Each alias can have up to 5 IDs of different call types associated with it.Additionally, each entry, depending on context (conventional, trunking, or phone), associates with one or more of the four types of calls: Phone Call, Selective Call, Private Call, or Call Alert.Each entry within Contacts displays the following information:•Call Alias (Name)•Call ID (Number)•Call Type (Icon)•WACN ID (Astro 25 Trunking IDs only)•System IDNote: Your radio must be preprogrammed to allow you to add, edit, or delete the contact entries.Your radio also supports a maximum of 50 call lists. Each list can store up to 100 IDs (numbers).Note: Your radio is preprogrammed with a number of contacts per Call Lists. Check with your dealer or system administrator for more information.The radio automatically exits the feature, if the feature inactivity timer is enabled, when the radio is left idle and the timer expires. You will hear the Menu Inactive Exit Tone upon feature exit.Making a Private Call from ContactsNote: Your radio must be preprogrammed to allow you to use this feature.Procedure:Use the Options Menu.1< or > to Cntacts.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts. The entries are alphabetically sorted.3U or D to the required subscriber alias.4Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.5U or D to Call and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.6U or D to select the call type.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 43  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish447Hold the microphone vertically 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.0 cm) from your mouth.8Press the PTT button to initiate the call. During the call, the display shows the subscriber alias.9Press and hold the PTT button to talk. The LED lights up solid red.ORRelease the PTT button to listen.10 If there is no voice activity for a preprogrammed period of time, the call ends.ORThe call ends when it reaches the maximum ring time.ORUse the PTT button.1< or > to Cntacts.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts. The entries are alphabetically sorted.3U or D to the required subscriber alias.4< or > to scroll through the available IDs for the selected subscriber alias.5Hold the microphone vertically 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.0 cm) from your mouth.6Press the PTT button to initiate the call. During the call, the display shows the subscriber alias.7Press and hold the PTT button to talk. The LED lights up solid red.ORRelease the PTT button to listen. The LED lights up solid yellow.8If there is no voice activity for a preprogrammed period of time, the call ends.ORThe call ends when it reaches the maximum ring time.Adding a New Contact EntryProcedure:1< or > to Cntacts.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts. The entries are alphabetically sorted.3U or D to {New Contact} and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.4U or D to Name and press the Menu Select button directly below Edit.5The display shows Edit Name and a blinking cursor appears. Use the keypad to enter the name.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 44  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish45Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.Press J to add a space.Press K to toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.Press L to toggle between numeric and letter mode.6Press the Menu Select button directly below OK once you have entered the name.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Cancel to return to the previous screen.7U or D to {Add Number} and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.8U or D to Number 1 and press the Menu Select button directly below Edit.9The display shows Edit Number 1 and a blinking cursor appears. Use the keypad to enter the number.Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.10 Press the Menu Select button directly below OK once you have entered the number.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Cancel to return to the previous screen.11 U or D to Type 1 and press the Menu Select button directly below Edit.U or D to the required mode and press the Menu Select button directly below OK.ORRepeat Steps 8 through 10 to enter or edit the existing system IDs.ORU or D to {Add Number} and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to add a new number. Repeat Steps 8 through 10.12 Press the Menu Select button directly below Done once you have finished.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 45  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish4613 The display shows <Entry> Stored, confirming that the contact entry has been added.14 The radio returns to the main Contacts screen.Deleting a Contact EntryProcedure:1< or > to Cntacts.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts. The entries are alphabetically sorted.3U or D to the entry you want to delete and press the Menu Select button directly below Options.4U or D to Delete and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.5The display shows Delete <Entry> confirm?.6Select Yes to delete the entry.The display shows <Entry> deleted and the radio returns to the main screen for Contacts.ORSelect No to return to the main screen for Contacts.Adding a Contact to a Call ListProcedure:1< or > to Cntacts.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts. The entries are alphabetically sorted.3U or D to the entry you want to add to a call list and press the Menu Select button directly below Options.4U or D to Add to CallLst and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.5U or D to the required Call List and press the Menu Select button directly below Add.ORU or D to Cancel to return to the main display for Contacts.6The display momentarily shows Please wait before showing <Entry> added to Call List, confirming the addition of the contact to the list.7The radio returns to the main display for Contacts.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 46  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish47Removing a Contact from a Call ListProcedure:1< or > to Cntacts.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts. The entries are alphabetically sorted.3U or D to the entry you want to remove from a call list and press the Menu Select button directly below Options.4U or D to Delete and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.5The display shows Delete <Entry> confirm?.6Press the Menu Select button directly below Yes to remove the entry from the Call List.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below No to return to the main display for Contacts.7The display momentarily shows <Entry> deleted, confirming the removal of the contact from the list.8The radio returns to the main display for Contacts.Editing a Contact in a Call ListEditing an Entry AliasProcedure:1< or > to Cntacts.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts. The entries are alphabetically sorted.3U or D to the entry you want to edit and press the Menu Select button directly below Options.4U or D to Edit and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.5U or D to the entry alias you wish to change and press the Menu Select button directly below Edit.6A blinking cursor appears.Use the keypad to edit the name.Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.Press J to add a space.Press K to toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.Press L to toggle between numeric and letter mode.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 47  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish487Press the Menu Select button directly below OK once you have finished. The display returns to the Edit Contact screen.8Press the Menu Select button directly below Done to save your changes and return to the main screen for Contacts.Editing as Entry IDProcedure:1< or > to Cntacts.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts. The entries are alphabetically sorted.3U or D to the entry you want to edit and press the Menu Select button directly below Options.4U or D to Edit and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.5U or D to the entry ID you wish to change and press the Menu Select button directly below Edit.6A blinking cursor appears.Use the keypad to edit the name.Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.Press J to add a space.Press K to toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.Press L to toggle between numeric and letter mode.7Press the Menu Select button directly below OK once you have finished. The display returns to the Edit Contact screen.8Press the Menu Select button directly below Done to save your changes and return to the main screen for Contacts.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 48  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish49Editing a Call TypeProcedure:1< or > to Cntacts.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts. The entries are alphabetically sorted.3U or D to the entry you want to edit and press the Menu Select button directly below Options.4U or D to Edit and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.5U or D to Type and press the Menu Select button directly below Edit.6U or D to choose from the list of call types given and press the Menu Select button directly below OK to select.7The display returns to the Edit Contact screen.8Press the Menu Select button directly below Done to save your changes and return to the main screen for Contacts.Viewing Details of a ContactProcedure:1< or > to Cntacts.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Cntacts. The entries are alphabetically sorted.3U or D to the entry you want to view and press the Menu Select button directly below Options.4U or D to View and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.5The display shows all the numbers associated with the entry.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 49  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish50Scan ListsScan lists are created and assigned to individual channels/groups. Your radio scans for voice activity by cycling through the channel/group sequence specified in the scan list for the current channel/group. Your radio supports different types of Scan Lists: •Trunking Priority Monitor Scan List•Conventional Scan List•Talkgroup Scan ListA maximum of 200 Scan Lists can be programmed in your radio. These lists must be preprogrammed by a qualified radio technician.Viewing a Scan ListProcedure:1< or > to ScanList.2Press the Menu Select button directly below ScanList.3U or D to view the members on the list.4Press H to exit the current display and return to the Home screen.Editing the Scan ListThis feature lets you change scan list members and priorities.Procedure:1Long press the preprogrammed side button and proceed to Step 3.OR< or > to ScanList.2Press the Menu Select button directly below ScanList. The display shows the lists that can be changed.3U or D to the entry you want to edit.4Press the Menu Select button directly below Select to add and/or change the priority of the currently displayed channel in the scan list.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete the currently displayed channel from the scan list.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Recall to view the next member of the scan list.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 50  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish515U or D to select more channels to be added or deleted.ORUse the keypad to go directly to additional channels to be added or deleted.ORUse the Mode knob to select additional channels to be added or deleted.6Press H to exit scan list programming and return to the Home screen.See Viewing and Changing the Priority Status on page 52 for more information on how to add and/or change the priority of the currently displayed channel in the scan list.Changing the Scan List StatusProcedure:1Long press the preprogrammed side button and proceed to Step 3.OR< or > to ScanList. 2Press the Menu Select button directly below ScanList. The display shows the lists that can be changed.3U or D to the number you want to edit.4Press the Select button once to add the currently displayed channel to the scan list.ORPress the Select button one or more times to change the scan list status icon of the currently displayed channel.5U or D to select more list members whose scan status you want to change.ORUse the keypad to go directly to that scan list member.ORUse the Mode knob to select another scan list member.6Press H to exit scan list programming and return to the Home screen.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 51  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish52Viewing and Changing the Priority StatusProcedure:1Below the Select, Delete, and Recall screen, press the Menu Select button directly below Select to view and/or change the priority status of the currently displayed channel.ORBelow the Select, Delete, and Recall screen, press the Select button one or more times to view and/or change the scan list status icon of the currently displayed channel.2A Scan icon indicates that the current channel is in the scan list as a non-priority channel. The LED lights up solid green.ORA Priority-Two Channel Scan icon indicates that the current channel is in the scan list as the Priority-Two channel. The LED blinks green.ORA Priority-One Channel Scan icon indicates that the current channel is in the scan list as the Priority-One channel. The LED rapidly blinks green. You hear all traffic on the Priority-One channel, regardless of traffic on non-priority channels. ORNo icon indicates that the current channel is deleted from the scan list.ScanThis feature allows you to monitor traffic on different channels by scanning a preprogrammed list of channels.Turning Scan On or OffProcedure: Press the preprogrammed Scan button, or turn the preprogrammed Scan switch to the Scan on or Scan off position, to start or stop scan.OR Follow the procedure below.1< or > to Scan.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Scan.3The display shows Scan off if scan is disabled. Press the Menu Select button directly below Scan to enable scan.ORThe display shows Scan on and the scan status icon if scan is enabled. Press the Menu Select button directly below Scan to disable scan.4The radio returns to the Home screen.In the conventional system, while the radio is scanning for activity, you can still receive fleetwide, system-wide, dynamic regrouping, incoming telephone interconnect and Private Conversation/Call Alert calls. The respond to these types of O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 52  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish53calls are similar as you usually do on the selected channel. However, when scanning different channels while in talkgroup scan, incoming Private Conversation/Call Alert calls may be missed.Transmitting While the Scan is OnRadio Programmed for Talkback ScanProcedure:1Press the PTT button to transmit on the channel indicated by the display.The radio does not begin scanning again for a predetermined hang time after you release the PTT button, allowing the other party to respond. If the other party responds within the hang time, scanning does not resume until the full hang time expires after they have finished speaking, allowing the conversation to be completed.To transmit on the selected channel if another channel is active, first turn scan off by pressing the Menu Select button below SCAN momentarily.Radio Programmed for Non-Talkback ScanProcedure:1Press the PTT button at any time to transmit on the selected channel or fixed channel.To make a Call Alert page, or Private Conversation call while scanning, press either the Menu Select button directly below PAGE or CALL. The call is entered on the selected channel and scanning is halted until the call is exited by pressing H or pressing the Menu Select button below either PAGE or CALL.Making a Dynamic Priority Change (Conventional Scan Only)While the radio is scanning, the dynamic priority change feature allows you to temporarily change any channel in a scan list (except for the Priority-One channel) to the Priority-Two channel.This change remains in effect until scan is turned off. Scan then reverts to the preprogrammed (original) setting.Procedure:Using the preprogrammed button:1When the radio locks onto the channel designated as the new Priority-Two channel, press the preprogrammed Dynamic Priority button.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 53  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish542The radio continues scanning the remaining channels in the list.ORUsing the Menu Select button:1Press the Menu Select button directly below DynP to change the priority of a non-priority channel in the scan list to Priority-Two.2Press H momentarily to exit the scan list and resume scanning.Deleting a Nuisance ChannelIf a channel continually generates unwanted calls or noise (termed a “nuisance” channel), you can temporarily remove the unwanted channel from the scan list.This capability does not apply to priority channels or the designated transmit channel.Note: Deleting a “nuisance” channel is only possible through the preprogrammed Nuisance Channel Delete button. This feature is not accessible through the menu.Procedure:Using the preprogrammed button:1When the radio is locked onto the channel to be deleted, press the preprogrammed Nuisance Delete button.2The radio continues scanning the remaining channels in the list.ORUsing the Menu Select button:1When the radio is locked onto the channel to be deleted, > or < to NuisDel.2Press the Menu Select button directly below NuisDel.Restoring a Nuisance ChannelProcedure: To restore the deleted nuisance channel, do one of the following:•Turn the radio off and then turning it on again. OR•Stop and restart a scan via the preprogrammed Scan button or menu. OR•Change the channel via the Mode knob.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 54  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish55Hang Up (HUB)To temporarily suspend Scan Mode operation, remove the control head from the Hang Up Box (HUB). You are allowed to use the control head while scan is suspended. However, Priority Member scanning is not suspended. This feature applies to all Scan Lists and Scan Types. Scan is resumed once the control head is returned to the holding clip and the preprogrammed hang time has elapsed.Note: Priority Scan List members are continuously scanned only when the Scan List, Designated Tx Member field is set to “Talkback” in the radio programming. Otherwise, all scan mode operation is suspended.Call Alert PagingThis feature allows your radio to work like a pager. Even if other users are away from their radios, or if they are unable to hear their radios, you can send them an individual Call Alert page. You can also verify if a radio is active on the system.Depending on how your radio is programmed, when you make an Enhanced Private Call, the radio either automatically sends a call alert page if there is no answer after the maximum ring time, OR when you press the PTT button. Note: This feature must be preprogrammed by a qualified radio technician.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 55  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish56Receiving a Call Alert PageProcedure:1You hear four repeating alert tone and the green LED blinks. ORYou hear one alert tone and the green LED blinks if Call Alert Tone Auto Reset is enabled.2The call received icons blinks and the display shows Page received.3Press the PTT button to answer. ORPress any button to clear the Call Alert page.Press any button to clear the Call Alert page. See Making a Talkgroup Call on page 33 or Making a Private Call (Trunking Only) on page 33 for more information on returning the call.Sending a Call Alert PageNote: The radio automatically exits the feature, if the feature inactivity timer is enabled, when the radio is left idle and the timer expires. You will hear the Menu Inactive Exit Tone upon feature exit.Procedure:Press the preprogrammed Quick Access (One-Touch) Call Alert Paging button to send a page to the preprogrammed ID and proceed to Step 5. ORFollow the procedure below. 1< or > to Page.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Page.3U or D to the required ID.ORPress Cntacts to scroll through and select the required ID.ORUse the keypad to enter the required ID.4Press the PTT button to send the page.5The display shows Paging... <Number>.6If the call alert page is sent successfully, a tone sounds and the display shows Ack received.ORO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 56  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish57If the call alert page is not acknowledged, a low tone sounds and the display shows No acknowledge.7The radio returns to the Home screen.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below OK to return to the main screen for Contacts.ORFollow the procedure below. 1< or > to Call.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Call.3U or D to select the alias or ID, and press the PTT button to initiate the call.4If the target radio does not respond after a preprogrammed period of time, the display shows Send page?.5Press the Menu Select button directly below Yes to send the call alert page.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below No to exit the screen without sending the call alert page.6The display shows Paging... <Alias>.7If the call alert page is sent successfully, a tone sounds and the display shows Ack received.ORIf the call alert page is not acknowledged, a low tone sounds and the display shows No acknowledge.8The radio returns to the Home screen.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Ok to return to the main screen for Contacts.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 57  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish58Emergency OperationThe Emergency feature is used to indicate a critical situation.If the Top (Orange) button is preprogrammed to send an emergency signal, this signal overrides any other communication over the selected channel.Your radio supports the following Emergency modes:•Emergency Alarm•Emergency Call (Trunking Only)•Emergency Alarm with Emergency Call•Silent Emergency AlarmCheck with your dealer or system administrator for more information on the programming of this feature.Only one of the Emergency modes above can be assigned to the preprogrammed Emergency button.Note: To exit emergency at any time, press and hold the preprogrammed Emergency button for about a second.Sending an Emergency AlarmThis feature allows you to send a data transmission, which identifies the radio sending the emergency, to the dispatcher.Procedure: 1Press the preprogrammed Emergency button.2The display shows Emergency and the current zone or channel. A short, medium-pitched tone sounds and the LED rapidly blinks red.ORThe display shows No emergency, if the selected channel does not support emergency.3When you receive the dispatcher’s acknowledgment, the display shows Ack received. Four tones sound, the alarm ends, and the radio exits the Emergency Alarm mode.ORIf no acknowledgement is received, the display shows No acknowledge. The alarm ends and the radio exits the Emergency Alarm mode.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 58  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish59Sending an Emergency Call (Trunking Only)This feature gives your radio priority access on a channel.Note: The radio operates in the normal dispatch manner while in Emergency Call, except, if enabled, it returns to one of the following:• Tactical/Non-Revert – You talk on the channel you selected before you entered the emergency state.• Non-Tactical/Revert – You talk on a preprogrammed emergency channel. The emergency alarm is sent on this same channel.Procedure: 1Press the preprogrammed Emergency button.2The display shows Emergency and the current zone or channel. A short, medium-pitched tone sounds and the LED blinks red.ORThe display shows No emergency, if the selected channel does not support emergency.3Hold the microphone vertically 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.0 cm) from your mouth.4Press and hold the PTT button. Speak clearly into the microphone.5Release the PTT button to end the transmission and wait for a response from the dispatcher.6Press and hold the preprogrammed Emergency button for about a second to exit the Emergency Call mode.Sending an Emergency Alarm with Emergency CallProcedure: 1Press the preprogrammed Emergency button.2The display shows Emergency and the current zone or channel. A short, medium-pitched tone sounds and the LED blinks red.ORThe display shows No emergency, if the selected channel does not support emergency.3The radio enters the Emergency Call state when:You receive the dispatcher’s acknowledgment. The display shows Ack received.ORYou press the PTT button while in the Emergency Alarm mode.4Hold the radio vertically 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.0 cm) from your mouth.5Press and hold the PTT button. Speak clearly into the microphone.6Release the PTT button to end the transmission and wait for a response from the dispatcher.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 59  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish607Press and hold the preprogrammed Emergency button for about a second to exit the Emergency Call mode.Turning the radio off also cancels the emergency state.Sending a Silent Emergency AlarmThis feature allows you to send an Emergency Alarm to another radio without any audio or visual indicators.Upon acknowledgement, your radio’s microphone is automatically activated, allowing you to communicate with the other radio without pressing the PTT button.This activated microphone state is also known as “hot mic”.Note: If you press the PTT button during hot mic, and continue to press it after the hot mic duration expires, the radio continues to transmit until you release the PTT button.Procedure: 1Press the preprogrammed Emergency button.2The display shows no changes, the LED does not light up, and you hear no tones.3The silent emergency state continues until you:Press and hold the preprogrammed Emergency button for about a second to exit the Silent Emergency Alarm mode.ORPress and release the PTT button to exit the Silent Emergency Alarm mode and enter regular dispatch or Emergency Call mode.Note: For ALL Emergency signals, when changing channels:•  If the new channel is also preprogrammed for Emergency, you can change channels while in Emergency operation. The emergency alarm or call continues on the new channel.•  If the new channel is NOT preprogrammed for Emergency, the display shows No emergency, and you hear an invalid tone until you exit the Emergency state or change to a channel preprogrammed for Emergency.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 60  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish61Using the Emergency Keep-Alive FeatureThis feature, when enabled, prevents the radio from being turned off via the On/Off button when the radio is in the Emergency state.Note: The radio only exits the Emergency state using one of the ways mentioned in the previous sections. See Sending an Emergency Alarm on page 58, Sending an Emergency Call (Trunking Only) on page 59, Sending an Emergency Alarm with Emergency Call on page 59, or Sending a Silent Emergency Alarm on page 60.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 61  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish62Automatic Registration Service (ARS)This feature provides an automated data application registration for the radio. When you turn on the radio, the device automatically registers with the server. Data applications within the fixed network can determine the presence of a device on the system and send data to the device. For example: Text Messaging Service (TMS).The Automatic Registration Service for the radio consists of two (2) modes: •ARS Server Mode (default mode)•ARS Non-Server ModeNote: The default ARS mode can be changed by a qualified radio technician using the radio’s programming software.Viewing the Channel which supports ARS ModeProcedure:1< or > to Channel. The display shows n when the selected channel supports ARS Mode. Accessing the User Login FeatureThis feature allows you as the user to be associated with the radio. With this association, every data application (Example: Text Messaging Service) takes on a friendly username.You can still send text messages without logging in as a user. The user login feature only enables the recipient of your message to identify you as the sender by assigning a username to your message.Note: Valid characters for a username entry are capital letters (A – Z), small letters (a – z), numbers (0 – 9), symbols (*, -, #, /), and the space character.The maximum length for a username is eight (8) characters. Usernames are not case sensitive in server mode but are case sensitive in non-server mode.A predefined username list may sometimes be invalid because the programming software that is used to set predefined usernames allows you to set usernames comprising of eight (8) characters or more.Advanced  O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 62  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish63Logging In as a UserProcedure:Press the preprogrammed User Login button and proceed to Step 3.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to User.2Press the Menu Select button directly below User. 3The display shows the User Login screen.4U or D to {ID Entry} and press the Menu Select button directly below Edit.A blinking cursor appears beside Id:. Use the keypad to enter a username.ORU or D to scroll through the list of predefined usernames.Press the Menu Select button directly below Login to select the predefined username.ORPress and hold U or D to scroll through the list of predefined usernames at a fast scroll rate.Press the Menu Select button directly below Login to select the predefined username.5If the selected predefined username has more than eight (8) characters, or an invalid character in it, the display momentary shows Invalid ID. Repeat Step 4.ORA blinking cursor appears beside PIN:.Use the keypad to enter your Personal Identification Number (PIN) number. The maximum PIN length is 4 digits. The PIN number appears as asterisks.6Press the Menu Select button directly below Login.7In ARS Server Mode, the display shows the User Login Indicator icon, the ID, and In progress, with Cancel.ORIn ARS Non-Server Mode, the display shows the User Login Indicator icon, the ID, and Logged in, with Logout and Exit.ORIn non-ARS enabled mode, the display shows Offline, with Logout and Exit.8If the username is invalid, login fails and the user login failure indicator (IP indicator) icon blinks. The display also momentary shows Login failed. Repeat Step 4.ORIf the PIN is invalid, login fails and the user login failure indicator (IP indicator) icon blinks. The display also momentary shows Login failed. Repeat Step 6.ORO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 63  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish64Press the Menu Select button directly below Cancel to cancel the login in progress screen and return to the initial user login screen.ORWait for the logged in confirmation screen. If the login process is successful, the display shows the successful user login indicator (IP indicator) icon and Logged in, with Logout and Exit.Logging OutOnce the data application registration is completed, you can log out.Procedure:1Press the Menu Select button directly below Logout.2The display shows the User Login Indicator icon and Clear private data?.3Select Yes to clear all your private data. The display momentary shows Private data cleared.ORSelect No to keep your private data.Note: Private data refers to all messages in the text messaging inbox, Draft, and Sent folder. The next user is able to access the Inbox, Draft and Sent messages if private data is not deleted.Text Messaging Service (TMS)This feature allows you to send and receive text messages. The maximum length of characters for a text message is 200.There are three (3) types of text messages:•A new text message (free form message).•A predefined message (quick text message).•An edited quick text message.The main menu consists of the following options:•Inbox•Compose•Drafts•SentNote: See Status Icons on page 17 for more information on the TMS icons and TMS Menu Options on page 20 for more information on each menu option.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 64  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish65Accessing the TMS FeaturesNote: The radio automatically exits the feature, if the feature inactivity timer is enabled, when the radio is left idle and the timer expires. You will hear the Menu Inactive Exit Tone upon feature exit.Press the Menu Select button directly below Back at any time to return to the previous screen.Procedure:Press the preprogrammed Data Feature button or the TMS Feature button to access the TMS feature screen.ORPress and hold the preprogrammed Data Feature button or the TMS Feature button to access the Inbox.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to TMS.2Press the Menu Select button directly below TMS to access the TMS feature screen.3U or D to scroll through the main menu options.Composing and Sending a New Text MessageNote: During the uppercase and lowercase mode, multi-tapping the keys only scrolls through the letters. For example, A->B->C, a->b->c.During the numeric mode, except for A, pressing the keypad only enters the numeric digits. Subsequent presses of the same key inserts the same digit to the text message (no multi-tap).Procedure:1< or > to TMS.2Press the Menu Select button directly below TMS to access the TMS feature screen.3U or D to Compose and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Exit to return to the Home screen.4U or D to Text Message and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to compose a new message.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 65  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish665A blinking cursor appears on the Compose screen.Use the keypad to type or edit your message.Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.Press J to add a space.Press K to toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.Press L to toggle between numeric and letter mode.6Press the Menu Select button directly below Options once the message is composed.7U or D to Send Message and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.8U or D to scroll through the address list and highlight the required address.ORU or D to {Other Recpnt} and press the Menu Select button below Edit.A blinking cursor appears on the Enter Address screen.Use the keypad to type the address entry.Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.Press J to add a space.Press K to toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.Press L to toggle between numeric and letter mode.9Press the Menu Select button below Send or the PTT button to send the message.10 The display shows the Send Message screen and Sending msg.11 If the message is sent, a tone sounds and the display shows Msg sent.ORIf the message is not sent, a low tone sounds and the display shows Send failed.If the message fails to send, the radio returns you to the main TMS screen.Note: You can append a priority status and/or a request reply to your message. See Using the Priority Status and Request Reply Features on page 68 for more information.You can also select the Save to Drafts option to save your message in the Drafts folder to send it at a later time. See Accessing the Drafts Folder on page 72 for more information.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 66  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish67Sending a Quick Text MessageQuick Text messages are messages that are predefined and usually consist of messages that are used most frequently.Each Quick Text message has a maximum length of 50 characters.Procedure:Press the preprogrammed Quick Text button and proceed to Step 4.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to TMS.2Press the Menu Select button directly below TMS to access the TMS feature screen.3U or D to Compose and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Exit to return to the Home screen.4U or D to Quick Text and press the Menu Select button directly below Select for a predefined message.5U or D to scroll through the list of messages and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to select the required message.6The message appears on the Compose screen, with a blinking cursor at the end of it.Use the keypad to edit the message, if required.Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.Press J to add a space.Press K to toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.Press L to toggle between numeric and letter mode.7Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.8U or D to Send Message and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.9U or D to scroll through the address list and highlight the required address.ORU or D to {Other Recpnt} and press the Menu Select button below Edit.A blinking cursor appears on the Enter Address screen.Use the keypad to type the address entry.Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 67  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish68Press J to add a space.Press K to toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.Press L to toggle between numeric and letter mode.10 Press the Menu Select button below Send or the PTT button to send the message.11 The display shows the Send Message screen and Sending msg.12 If the message is sent, a tone sounds and the display shows Msg sent.ORIf the message is not sent, a low tone sounds and the display shows Send failed.If the message fails to send, the radio returns you to the main TMS screen.Note: You can append a priority status and/or a request reply to your message. See Using the Priority Status and Request Reply Features on page 68 for more information.Using the Priority Status and Request Reply FeaturesBefore sending your message, you can append a priority status and/or a request reply to your message.Appending a Priority Status to a Text MessageNote: The Priority Status icon on a message does not imply that the message gets higher priority over the other messages when it is being transmitted. It is just an indication that can be embedded into a message to let the receiver know that the message is important.Procedure:After the outgoing message is composed (see Composing and Sending a New Text Message on page 65 for more information):1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to Mark Important and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to indicate the message as important.3The priority status icon appears beside the normal message icon on the label bar.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 68  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish69Removing a Priority Status from a Text MessageProcedure:After the outgoing message is composed (see Composing and Sending a New Text Message on page 65 for more information):1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to Mark as Normal and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to remove the priority status from the message.3The display shows the normal message icon on the label bar.Appending a Request Reply to a Text MessageProcedure:After the outgoing message is composed (see Composing and Sending a New Text Message on page 65 for more information):1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to Req Reply and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to request for a reply.3The request reply icon appears beside the normal message icon on the label bar.Removing a Request Reply from a Text MessageProcedure:After the outgoing message is composed (see Composing and Sending a New Text Message on page 65 for more information):1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to No Req Reply and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to remove the priority status from the message.3The display shows the normal message icon on the label bar.Appending a Priority Status and a Reply Request to a Text MessageProcedure:After the outgoing message is composed (see Composing and Sending a New Text Message on page 65 for more information):1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to Mark Important and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to indicate the message as important.ANDO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 69  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish70U or D to Req Reply and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to request for a reply.3The priority status and request reply icons appear beside the normal message icon on the label bar.Removing a Priority Status and a Reply Request from a Text MessageProcedure:After the outgoing message is composed (see Composing and Sending a New Text Message on page 65 for more information):1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to Mark as Normal and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to indicate the message as important.ANDU or D to No Req Reply and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to request for a reply.3The display shows the normal message icon on the label bar.Managing Text MessagesReceiving a Text MessageNote: When you receive a message that is flagged with the “Request Reply” icon, you must manually respond to the sender that you have received the message. The system will not automatically send back a notification that the radio has received such message.Procedure:When you receive a message, press and hold the preprogrammed Data Feature button or the TMS Feature button to access the Inbox and go to Step 3.ORFollow the procedure below.1The new message icon appears and the display momentarily shows New msg.2Press the Menu Select button directly below TMS to access the Inbox.3The display shows a list of aliases or IDs, with the sender of the latest received message on top.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 70  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish71Viewing a Text Message from the InboxThe Inbox can hold up to thirty (30) messages. Note: U or D to read the message if fills more than one screen.Procedure:Press the preprogrammed Data Feature button or the TMS Feature button to access the TMS feature screen, and proceed to Step 3.ORPress and hold the preprogrammed Data Feature button or the TMS Feature button to access the Inbox and proceed to Step 4.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to TMS.2Press the Menu Select button directly below TMS to access the TMS feature screen.3U or D to Inbox and press the Menu Select button below Select.4The display shows a list of aliases or IDs, with the sender of the latest received message on top.5U or D to the required aliases or ID and press the Menu Select button below Select to view the message.While on the view message screen, press the Menu Select button directly below Reply, Delete, or Back to access the option.•Select Reply to configure the message settings.•Select Delete to delete the message.•Select Back to return to the previous screen.Note: The icon at the top right corner of the screen indicates the status of the message. See Text Messaging Service (TMS) Icons on page 19 for more information.Replying to a Received Text MessageNote: The original date and time stamp, address and message content is automatically appended to the reply message.Procedure:1U or D to the required aliases or ID and press the Menu Select button below Select to view the message.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Reply to reply to a message.3U or D to Text Message and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.ORU or D to Quick Text and press the Menu Select button directly below Select for a predefined message.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 71  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish72ORU or D to scroll through the list of messages and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to select the required message.4A blinking cursor appears on the Compose screen.ORThe predefined message appears on the Compose screen, with a blinking cursor at the end of it.5Use the keypad to type or edit your message.Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.Press J to add a space.Press K to toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.Press L to toggle between numeric and letter mode.6Press the Menu Select button directly below Options once you have finished writing the message.7U or D to Send Message and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to send the message.8The display shows the Send Message screen and Sending msg.Press the Menu Select button directly below Back at any time to return to the previous screen.Note: You can append a priority status and/or a request reply to your message. See Using the Priority Status and Request Reply Features on page 68 for more information.Accessing the Drafts FolderThis folder stores the messages that were saved previously. The Drafts folder can hold up to 10 messages. The oldest draft in the folder is deleted when the 11th message comes in.Procedure:1< or > to TMS.2Press the Menu Select button directly below TMS to access the TMS feature screen.3U or D to Drafts and press the Menu Select button below Select.4The display shows a list of drafts, with the latest text message drafted on top.5U or D to the required text message press the Menu Select button directly below Edit, Delete., or Back to access the option.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 72  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish73Function of each option:•Select Edit to edit the message before sending it.•Select Delete to delete the message.•Select Back to return to the previous screen.Managing Sent Text MessagesOnce a message is sent to another radio, it is saved in the Sent folder. The most recent sent text message is always added to the top of the Sent list.The Sent folder is capable of storing a maximum of ten (10) last sent messages. When the folder is full, the oldest message in the folder is deleted when the 11th message comes in.Viewing a Sent Text MessageProcedure:Press the preprogrammed Data Feature button or the TMS Feature button to access the TMS feature screen, and proceed to Step 3.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to TMS.2Press the Menu Select button directly below TMS to access the TMS feature screen.3U or D to Sent and press the Menu Select button below Select.4The display shows a list of aliases or IDs, with the recipient of latest sent message on top.5U or D to the required aliases or ID and press the Menu Select button below Select to view the message.While on the view message screen, press the Menu Select button directly below Options, Delete, or Back to access the option.•Select Options to configure the message settings.•Select Delete to delete the message.•Select Back to return to the previous screen.Note: The icon at the top right corner of the screen indicates the status of the message. See Text Messaging Service (TMS) Icons on page 19 for more information.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 73  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish74Sending a Sent Text MessageProcedure: 1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options while viewing the message.2U or D to Send Message and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.3U or D to scroll through the address list and highlight the required address.ORU or D to {Other Recpnt} and press the Menu Select button below Edit.A blinking cursor appears on the Enter Address screen.Use the keypad to type the address entry.Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.Press J to add a space.Press K to toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.Press L to toggle between numeric and letter mode.4Press the Menu Select button below Send or the PTT button to send the message.5The display shows the Send Message screen and Sending msg.Press the Menu Select button directly below Back at any time to return to the previous screen.Note: You can append a priority status and/or a request reply to your message. See Using the Priority Status and Request Reply Features on page 68 for more information.Deleting a Text MessageProcedure:From the Inbox, Draft, or Sent screen:1U or D to scroll through the messages.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete the current message.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 74  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish75Deleting All Text MessagesProcedure:Press the preprogrammed Data Feature button or the TMS Feature button to access the TMS feature screen, and proceed to Step 3.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to TMS.2Press the Menu Select button directly below TMS to access the TMS feature screen.3U or D to Inbox and press the Menu Select button below Select to select all messages in the folder.ORU or D to Drafts and press the Menu Select button below Select to select all messages in the folder.ORU or D to Sent and press the Menu Select button below Select to select all messages in the folder.4Press the Menu Select button directly below Clear.5The display shows Delete All Messages Confirm?.6Press the Menu Select button directly below Yes to delete all the messages in the selected folder.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below No to return to the main TMS screen.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 75  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish76Secure OperationsSecure radio operation provides the highest commercially available level of voice security on both trunked and conventional channels.Unlike other forms of security, Motorola digital encryption provides signaling that makes it virtually impossible for others to decode any part of an encrypted message.Enabling the Secure Transmission1> or < to Secure and press the Menu Select button directly below SEC. 2The display shows  m, Secure on and the current key, if multi-key has been enabled.3Monitor the mode to be sure it is not in use.4Press PTT button to transmit.Note: If the selected channel is preprogrammed for clear-only operation – when you press the PTT button, an invalid mode tone sounds and the display shows Clear TX only.The radio will not transmit until you disable the secure mode.Clearing the Secure Transmission1> or < to Secure and press the Menu Select button directly below SEC. 2The m disappears and the display shows Secure off.Managing EncryptionLoading the Encryption Key(s)Note: Refer to the key-variable loader (KVL) manual for equipment connections and setup.Procedure:1Attach the KVL to your radio. 2The display shows Keyloading, and all other radio functions are locked out, except for power down, and volume.3Press the Menu Select button below Target.4Press the Menu Select button below Load.5Press the Menu Select button below Key for single-key.ORPress the Menu Select button below Group for multikey.6> or < to the required key or group.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 76  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish777Press the Menu Select button below Load to load the key to your radio.8When the key has been loaded successfully, the radio sounds a short tone for single-key radios.ORWhen the key has been loaded successfully, the radio sounds an alternating tone for multikey radios.Using the Multikey FeatureThis feature allows the radio to be equipped with different encryption keys and supports the DES-OFB algorithm.There are two types:•Conventional Multikey – The encryption keys can be tied (strapped), on a one-per-channel basis, through Customer Programming Software. In addition, you can have operator-selectable keys, operator-selectable keysets, and operator-selectable key erasure. If talkgroups are enabled in conventional, then the encryption keys are strapped to the talkgroups.•Trunked Multikey – If you use your radio for both conventional and trunked applications, you have to strap your encryption keys for trunking on a per-talkgroup or announcement-group basis. In addition, you may strap a different key to other features, such as dynamic regrouping, failsoft, or emergency talkgroup. You can have operator-selectable key erasure.Selecting an Encryption KeyProcedure:1< or > to Key.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Key. The display shows the last user-selected and stored encryption key, and the available menu selections.3U or D to scroll through the encryption keys.ORUse the keypad to enter the number of the desired key.4Press the Menu Select button directly below Select to save the newly selected key and return to the Home screen.ORPress H, the PTT button, or the Menu Select button directly below Exit to exit.5If the selected key is erased, a momentary keyfail tone sounds and the display shows Key fail.ORIf the selected key is not allowed, a momentary illegal key tone sounds and the display shows Illegal key.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 77  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish78Selecting a KeysetThis feature allows you to select one or more groups of several encryption keys from among the available keys stored in the radio. For example, you could have a group of three keys structured to one keyset, and another group of three different keys structured to another keyset; by changing keysets, you would automatically switch from one set of keys to the other. Every channel to which one of the original keys was tied now has the equivalent new key instead.Note: Press H, the PTT button, or the Exit menu selection, or turn the Mode knob to exit this menu at any time without changing the keyset selection.Procedure:1< or > to KeySet.2Press the Menu Select button directly below KeySet. The display shows the last user-selected and stored keyset, and the available keyset menu selections.3U or D to scroll through the keysets.ORUse the keypad to enter the number of the desired keyset.4Press the Menu Select button directly below Select to save the newly selected keyset.5Press H, the PTT button, or the Menu Select button directly below Exit to exit.Erasing the Selected Encryption KeysThis feature allows you to erase all or selected encryption keys.Procedure:1< or > to Erase.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Erase. The display shows the last user-selected and stored encryption key, and the available menu selections.3U or D to the desired encryption key.ORUse the keypad to enter the number of the desired key. 4Press the Menu Select button directly below Options. The display shows the available key erase options.5U or D to the required option and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.6At Erase all keys?, press the Menu Select button directly below Yes to erase all the encryption keys in the radio OR No to return to the previous screen.ORO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 78  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish79At Erase single key?, press the Menu Select button directly below Yes to erase the displayed encryption key OR No to return to the previous screen.7Press H, the PTT button, or the Menu Select button directly below Exit to exit.Requesting an Over-the-Air Rekey (ASTRO Conventional Only)This feature, also known as OTAR, allows the dispatcher to reprogram the encryption keys in the radio remotely. The dispatcher performs the rekey operation upon receiving a rekey request from the user.Procedure:1< or > to Rekey.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Rekey. 3Press the PTT button to send the rekey request.ORPress the PTT button again, or the Home or Emergency button, to exit the feature and transmit in normal mode.4If the rekey operation fails, a bad-key tone sounds and the display shows Rekey fail.Note: The rekey operation failure indicates that your radio does not contain the Unique Shadow Key (USK). This key must be loaded into the radio with the key-variable loader (KVL) before the rekey request can be sent.Refer to your local key management supervisor for more information.MDC Over-the-Air Rekeying (OTAR) PageThis feature allows to view or define MDC Over-the-Air Rekeying (OTAR) features.It is applied only when operating in secure encrypted mode and only for conventional communications. In additional to Rekey Requests, OTAR transmissions include Delayed Acknowledgements, and Power-up Acknowledgements. Some of the options selected may also need to be set up at the Key Management Controller (KMC) site to work properly.Note: This feature must be preprogrammed by a qualified radio technician. Check with your dealer or system administrator for more information.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 79  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish80Hear ClearThere are two components of Hear Clear. 1Companding:Reduces the channel noise, e.g. OTA transmission, that is predominantly present in UHF2 and 900 MHz channel with the following features.•Compressor – reduces the background noise flow and the speech signal at transmitting radio.•Expander – expands the speech while the noise flow remains the same at receiving radio.2Random FM Noise Canceller (Flutter Fighter):Reduces the unwanted effects of random FM noise pulses caused by channel fading under high Signal-to-Noise (S/N) conditions such as in a moving in a transportation. The fading effects, heard as audio pops and clicks, are cancelled without affecting the desired audio signal. The Random FM Noise Canceller operates only in receive mode.Note: This feature must be preprogrammed by a qualified radio technician. Check with your dealer or system administrator for more information.SecurityUsing the Radio LockThis feature changes your radio to a more robust security system that protects the use of the secure encryption keys. If this feature is enabled in your radio by a qualified radio technician, when you turn the radio on, the display shows Radio locked.Unlocking Your RadioProcedure:1Enter your numeric password.Secure-equipped radios – 6 to 8 characters.Clear radios – 0 to 8 characters.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Select to enter the code.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Cancel to exit the feature. O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 80  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish813If the password is correct, the radio unlocks.ORIf the password is incorrect, the display show Incorrect password and the radio remains locked.If you enter three incorrect passwords in a row, the display shows Deadlock. Turn the radio off and then on, and begin again at Step 1.IMPORTANT:For Secure Radios Only – After a total of 17 consecutive incorrect passwords (turning the radio off and on does not reset this number), the radio erases all of its encryption keys and shows Deadlock. See a qualified radio technician.If you forget the password, enter ******** to erase all keys and revert the password in the radio back to the default password of 01234567.Changing Your PasswordProcedure:1< or > to Pswd.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Pswd.3Enter the old password.4Press the Menu Select button directly below OK.5Enter the new password.6Press the Menu Select button directly below Select.7Re-enter the new password.8Press the Menu Select button directly below Select. The password is updated.ORIf the two passwords do not match, repeat Steps 5 through 8.Note: If you enter three incorrect old passwords, the radio exits the password feature. You cannot access this feature again until you turn the radio off and on.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 81  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish82Enabling or Disabling the Radio Lock Feature (Secure Radios Only)This feature allows you to enable or disable the radio lock feature. It is programmable by a qualified radio technician.Procedure:1< or > to LogOff.2Press the Menu Select button directly below LogOff.3Display shows Pswd enabled, indicating that the radio lock feature is enabled.ORDisplay shows Pswd disabled, indicating that the radio lock feature is disabled.The Global Positioning System (GPS)This feature uses information from the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites orbiting the Earth to determine the approximate geographical location of your radio, expressed as latitude and longitude. The availability and accuracy of this location information (and the amount of time that it takes to calculate it) varies depending on the environment in which you are using the GPS feature.For example, GPS location fixes are very difficult to obtain indoors, in covered locations, between high buildings, or in situations where you have not established a clear broad view of the sky.Understanding the GPS FeatureThe GPS technology uses radio signals from earth orbiting satellites, to establish the location coordinates, maximizing your view of clear unobstructed sky is essential for optimum performance. Where adequate signals from multiple satellites are not available (usually because you cannot establish a view of a wide area of the sky), the GPS feature of your radio will not work. Such situations include but are not limited to:•In underground locations•Inside of buildings, trains, or other covered vehiclesO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 82  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish83•Under any other metal or concrete roof or structure•Between tall buildings or under dense tree-cover•In temperature extremes outside the operating limits of your radioEven where location information can be calculated in such situations, it may take longer to do so, and your location estimate may not be as accurate. Therefore, in any emergency situation, always report your location to your dispatcher.Note: Even where adequate signals from multiple satellites are available, your GPS feature only provides an approximate location, usually within 20 meters from your actual location, but sometimes further away.Keep in mind that the accuracy of the location information and the time it takes to obtain it varies depending upon circumstances, particularly the ability to receive signals from an adequate number of satellites.Note: The satellites used by the GPS feature are controlled by the U.S. government and are subject to changes implemented in accordance with the Department of Defense GPS user policy and the Federal Radio Navigation Plan. These changes may affect the performance of the GPS feature on your radio.Enhancing GPS PerformanceSometimes, the GPS feature may be unable to complete a location calculation successfully. You then see a message indicating that your radio cannot connect to enough visible satellites.To maximize the ability of your radio to determine a fix, please note the following guidelines:•For your initial fix, hold the radio in the face position.•Stay in the open. The GPS feature works best where there is nothing between your radio and a large amount of open sky.Using the Outdoor Location Feature (Using GPS)This feature allows you to determine your current location using a location menu, as well as your current distance and bearing in relation to another location. Radio location may be requested and reported over-the-air.Your radio stores up to a maximum of sixty (60) programmable location coordinates, also known as waypoints. When the memory is full, the next waypoints automatically replaces the oldest waypoints in the radio.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 83  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish84The radio also stores four (4) preprogrammed waypoints. These coordinates cannot be deleted.Note: The radio automatically exits the feature, if the feature inactivity timer is enabled, when the radio is left idle and the timer expires. You will hear the Menu Inactive Exit Tone upon feature exit.Accessing the Outdoor Location FeatureNote: An ON menu key may be present on the location menu if it is preprogrammed by the dealer or system administrator.Procedure:Press the preprogrammed GPS button to toggle the Outdoor Location feature on or off.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to Location.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Location.3The display shows Location off.4Press the Menu Select button directly below On to obtain a location fix.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Options.U or D to Turn On GPS and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.5The front display shows the latitude, longitude, time and date of the last successful location fix.Programmable Waypoints Preprogrammed WaypointsUser-configurable location coordinates.Fixed location coordinates:•Home•Emergency•Last Known Location•DestinationOnly the alias is editable, not the coordinates. The Home and Destination coordinates are editable.Coordinates can be deleted one at a time, or all at once. Coordinates cannot be deleted.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 84  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish856Press the Menu Select button directly below Refresh to obtain a new location fix.7The top line temporarily displays Please wait while the new location is being determined.While the new location is being determined, the location signal can be a solid or blinking icon.8Once the location coordinates are fixed, the display shows the current latitude and longitude, along with the UTC (Zulu) time and date that the location fix was obtained.The location coordinates are updated automatically every five seconds while the location signal is present.ORIf the radio fails to get a location fix, the display shows No service and returns to the previous display.9Press the Menu Select button directly below Exit to exit the feature and return to the main screen.ORPress H, the PTT button (if preprogrammed), or the preprogrammed GPS button to return to the Home screen.The radio also exits the menu if the emergency button is pressed. Saving a WaypointProcedure:While in the current location display:1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to Save As Waypnt and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.ORU or D to Save As Home and press the Menu Select button directly below Select and proceed to Step 5.ORU or D to Save As Dest. and press the Menu Select button directly below Select and proceed to Step 5.3A blinking cursor appears in the Save As Waypnt screen.Use the keypad to edit the auto-generated waypoint, if required.Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.Press J to add a space.Press K to toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.Press L to toggle between numeric and letter mode.ORO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 85  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish86Press the Menu Select button directly below Cancel to return to the Location main screen.4Press the Menu Select button directly below OK once you are done.5The display shows Current loc saved as <Waypoint name>.ORThe display shows Current loc saved as {Home}.ORThe display shows Current loc saved as {Destination}.6Press the Menu Select button directly below Exit to exit the feature and return to the main screen.ORPress H, the PTT button, or the preprogrammed GPS button to return to the Home screen.Viewing a Saved WaypointProcedure:While in the current location display:1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to Waypoints and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.3The display shows a list of waypoints.4U or D to scroll through the list.ORU or D to select a waypoint to view the location information in full.5Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.6U or D to View and press the Menu Select button directly below Select to view the latitude, longitude, time and date of the selected waypoint.7Press the Menu Select button directly below Back to return to the previous screen.ORPress H, the PTT button, or the preprogrammed GPS button to return to the Home screen.Editing the Alias of a WaypointProcedure:While in the current location display:1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to Waypoints and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.3The display shows a list of waypoints.4U or D to the required saved waypoint, and press the Menu Select button directly below Options.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 86  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish875U or D to Edit name and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.6A blinking cursor appears in the Edit Name screen.Use the keypad to edit the alias. Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.Press J to add a space.Press K to toggle between mixed case mode, uppercase mode, and lowercase mode.Press L to toggle between numeric and letter mode.7Press the Menu Select button directly below OK once you are done.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Cancel to return to the Waypoints main screen.8The display shows <Waypoint name> Updated and the radio returns to the Waypoints main screen.9Press the Menu Select button directly below Back to return to the previous screen.ORPress H, the PTT button, or the preprogrammed GPS button to return to the Home screen.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 87  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish88Editing the Coordinates of a WaypointNote: Only the preprogrammed coordinates of Home and Destination are editable.Procedure:While in the current location display:1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to Waypoints and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.3The display shows a list of waypoints.4U or D to {Home} and press the Menu Select button directly below Options.ORU or D to {Destination} and press the Menu Select button directly below Options.5U or D to Edit Location and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.6The first number blinks.Press < to move to the previous number/coordinates. Press > to move back to the next number/coordinates.Press the Menu Select button directly below Edit to change the number/coordinates.7A blinking cursor appears in the Edit Location screen.Press < to move one space to the left. Press > to move one space to the right.Press the Menu Select button directly below Delete to delete any unwanted characters.8Press the Menu Select button directly below OK once you are done.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Cancel to return to the previous screen.9Press the Menu Select button directly below OK once you are done with the new coordinates.10 The display shows {Home} Updated and the radio returns to the Waypoints main screen.ORThe display shows {Destination} Updated and the radio returns to the Waypoints main screen.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 88  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish89Deleting a Single Saved WaypointProcedure:While in the current location display:1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to Waypoints and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.3The display shows a list of waypoints.4U or D to the required saved waypoint, and press the Menu Select button directly below Options.U or D to Edit name and press the Menu Select button directly below Delete.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Delete.5The display shows Delete <Waypoint name> Confirm?.6Press the Menu Select button directly below Yes to delete the waypoint.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below No to return to the Waypoints main screen.7The display momentarily shows <Waypoint name> deleted before the radio returns to the Waypoints main screen.Deleting All Saved WaypointsProcedure:While in the current location display:1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to Waypoints and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.3The display shows a list of waypoints.4U or D to a saved waypoint, and press the Menu Select button directly below Options.5U or D to Delete All and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.6The display shows Delete All saved waypnts Confirm?.7Press the Menu Select button directly below Yes to delete all waypoints.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below No to return to the Waypoints main screen.8The display momentarily shows All saved waypnts deleted before the radio returns to the Waypoints main screen.You cannot delete any of the preprogrammed waypoints.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 89  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish90Measuring the Distance and Bearing from a Saved WaypointProcedure:While in the current location display:1Press the Menu Select button directly below Options.2U or D to Dist frm here and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.3The display shows a list of waypoints.4U or D to the required waypoint, and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.5The display shows the distance and bearing from the current to the selected coordinates. Using the Location Feature While in Emergency ModeWhen the Emergency feature is activated by pressing the emergency button, the radio exits the Location menu and returns to the Home (default) screen so that you can see which channel the emergency signal is going out on.However, you may re-enter the Location menu while still in emergency mode, provided that Silent Emergency has not been activated.If you have turned Location off using the ON/OFF menu key, it automatically turns back on when Emergency is activated. If there is a solid location signal during Emergency, the current location and the location information received is saved as Emergency and Last Known Location waypoints, respectively.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 90  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish91Trunking System ControlsUsing the Failsoft SystemThe failsoft System ensures continuous radio communications during a trunked system failure. If a trunking system fails completely, the radio stays at the failsoft operation and continues to transmit on current channel. User can also change to another channel although the transmission is in Failsoft System.Procedure:1During failsoft operation, your radio transmits and receives in conventional operation on a predetermined frequency.2A medium-pitched tone sounds every 10 seconds and the display shows Failsoft.When the trunking system returns to normal operation, your radio automatically leaves failsoft operation and returns to trunked operation.Going Out of RangeWhen your radio goes out of the range of the system, it can no longer lock onto a control channel. Procedure:1A low-pitched tone sounds.AND/ORThe display shows the currently selected zone/channel combination and Out of range.2Your radio remains in this out-of-range condition until:It locks onto a control channel.ORIt locks onto a failsoft channel.ORIt is turned off.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 91  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish92SmartZone™The SmartZone™ feature extends communications beyond the reach of a single-trunked site (antenna location) when operating in a SmartZone system. SmartZone units provide expanded wide-area coverage.SmartZone automatically switches the radio to a different site when the current site signal becomes unacceptable. This usually happens when the vehicle in which the radio is located is driven out of the range of one site, and into the range of another.Under normal conditions, a SmartZone-enabled radio functions invisibly to the operator. However, the operator does have some manual controls on the Control Head – the RSSI menu entry. This button can be used to check, or change, the SmartZone operation.Using the Site Trunking FeatureIf the zone controller loses communication with any site, that site reverts to site trunking.The display shows the currently selected zone/channel combination and Site trunking.Note: When this occurs, you can communicate only with other radios within your trunking site.Locking and Unlocking a SiteThis feature allows your radio to lock onto a specific site and not roam among wide-area talkgroup sites. This feature should be used with caution, since it inhibits roaming to another site in a wide-area system.Procedure: Use the preprogrammed Site Lock/Unlock button to toggle the lock state between locked and unlocked.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to Site.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Site.3Press the Menu Select button directly below Lock to lock the site. The display shows Site locked. ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Unlock to unlock the site. The display shows Site unlocked.4The radio saves the new site lock state and returns to the Home screen.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 92  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish93Viewing and Changing a SiteThis feature allows you to view the number of the current site or force your radio to change to a new one.Viewing the Current SiteProcedure:1Press the preprogrammed Site Search button.2The display momentarily shows the name of the current site and its corresponding received signal strength indicator (RSSI).Changing the Current SiteProcedure:1Press and hold down the preprogrammed Site Search button.2A tone sounds and the display momentarily shows Scanning site.3When the radio finds a new site, it returns to the Home screen.Using the Trunked AnnouncementThe announcement capability allows you to make announcements to the entire user group, as well as monitor talkgroup calls and other announcements.Announcement calls are handled in two different ways, depending on the trunked central controller configuration. The two types are called ruthless and non-ruthless preemption.•Ruthless Preemption: When a ruthless preemption announcement call is initiated, the requesting radio begins transmitting immediately. All associated talkgroup calls taking place on other channels are immediately halted, and the radios are steered to the announcement call.Transmitting radios continue to transmit until the PTT button is released, at which time they also unmute for the announcement call. Individual calls (Private Conversation and telephone interconnect) are not affected.•Non-Ruthless Preemption:When a non-ruthless preemption announcement is initiated, the initiating unit receives a telephone-type busy tone, followed by a call back when all associated talkgroup conversations end. Once an announcement call is pending, any attempts by other users to initiate a talkgroup call will result in a telephone-type busy tone. These users will not receive a call back until the announcement call is complete.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 93  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish94Initiating an AnnouncementIf your radio has been programmed to allow announcement calls:Procedure:1Press the Mode Knob to locate the announcement-group mode.2Press the microphone PTT button to initiate the announcement.Ignition Switch OptionsThis feature allows the user to select the radio’s functionality based on the Ignition State of the radio user’s vehicle. The available options are as follows.BlankThis option allows the user to power on and power off the radio through the Power button regardless of the Ignition’s current state. Tx InhibitThis option allows the user to power on and power off the radio through the Power button regardless of the Ignition’s current state. In addition, if the Ignition is not present, then all transmissions are inhibited. This includes receiving any Trunking dispatch communications since the radio will not affiliate with the Trunking systems. PTT Tx InhibitThis option allows the user to power on and power off the radio through the Power button regardless of the Ignition’s current state. In addition, if the Ignition is not present, then all PTT button transmissions are inhibited. However, the radio is able to affiliate with the Trunking systems. O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 94  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish95RequiredThis option allows the user to power on the radio only if the Ignition is present. The radio can be powered off either through Power button press or when Ignition is lost. In addition, the radio automatically powers on when the Ignition is present only if the radio was turned off due to the ignition being removed.This option allows the radio to power off when Inactivity Auto Power Off Timer expires, or, when Ignition Auto Power Off Timer expires.Soft Power OffThis option allows the user to power on the radio either through Power button presses or when the Ignition is detected. Meanwhile, if the Power button was pressed or the Ignition was removed, the radio will be turned off. This option allows the radio to power off when Inactivity Auto Power Off Timer expires, or, when Ignition Auto Power Off Timer expires.Ignition Only Power UpThis option allows the user to power on the radio only when Ignition is detected and will power off when it is removed. The radio does not power on or off with the Power button press.This option allows the radio to power off when Inactivity Auto Power Off Timer expires, or, when Ignition Auto Power Off Timer expires.Note: While "Ignition" is not present, the radio powers-off with a radio-user Power Off button / knob selection if the radio was powered-up with an Emergency Power Up footswitch-press or Ignition Auto Power Off timer is running.While "Ignition" is present, the radio powers-on with a radio-user Power On button / knob selection only if the radio was powered-down with Inactivity Auto Power Off timer.Emergency Power UpThis feature allows the user to power on the radio and automatically transmits an emergency mode transmission on personalities with emergency enabled, with the use of a footswitch. In addition, when the Ignition Switch option is set to either Tx Inhibit or PTT Tx Inhibit, this feature will not be available to the users.Press the footswitch to turn on the radio and launch Emergency. A tone sounds and the display shows Emergency.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 95  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish96Auto Power Off TimerAuto Power Off feature powers off the radio when no user actions occur during a preprogrammed length of time. There two different version of Auto Power Off:Inactivity Auto Power Off Timer – This timer begins once the radio is power-on. While the timer is active any user interaction with the radio resets the timer.Ignition Auto Power Off Timer – This timer begins once the vehicle key is removed, when the voltage at the ignition sense is removed. While the timer is active any user interaction with the radio resets the timer. When the vehicle key is reapplied, the voltage at the ignition is reconnected, this timer is stopped.Although both Inactivity Auto Power Off and Ignition Auto Power Off can be enabled together, Ignition Auto Power Off timer is mutually exclusive with Inactivity Auto Power Off timer when both are enabled.During the last two minutes of the timer countdown, the radio generates continuous low tone and blinks Powering Off warning on the display until the timer expires or is reset. The radio automatically powers off after the timer expires. The duration of the timer is preprogrammed.UtilitiesViewing the Recent Calls ListThis feature allows you to view the recent incoming and outgoing call information of the following call types:•Call Alert•Selective Call•Private Call•Phone Call (Outgoing Only)Note: The radio can also be preprogrammed to log only the radio IDs associated with incoming Dispatch Calls. Check with your dealer or system administrator for more information.Procedure: Press the preprogrammed Recent Calls button and proceed to Step 3.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to Recent.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Recent to access the Recent Calls feature screen.3U or D to scroll through the list.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 96  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish974Press the Menu Select button directly below Exit to return to the Home screen.ORPress H or the PTT button to return to the Home screen.If the feature inactivity timer is enabled, and the radio is left idle, the radio automatically exits the feature when the timer expires. You will hear the Menu Inactive Exit Tone upon feature exit.Selecting the Power LevelYou can select the power level at which your radio transmits. The radio always turns on to the default setting. Note: This feature must be preprogrammed by a qualified radio technician.Settings: •Select Low for a shorter transmitting distance and to conserve power.•Select High for a longer transmitting distance.Procedure: Use the preprogrammed Transmit Power Level Switch to toggle the power level between low and high.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to Power.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Power. 3The display shows Low power and the low power icon.ORThe display shows High power and the high power icon.Selecting a Radio ProfileThis feature allows you to manually switch the visual and audio settings of the radio. The display, backlight, alert tones, and audio settings are defined according to the preprogrammed radio settings of each radio profile.Please refer to a qualified technician for more information.Note: If the feature inactivity timer is enabled, and the radio is left idle, the radio automatically exits the feature when the timer expires. You will hear the Menu Inactive Exit Tone upon feature exit.Procedure: Use the preprogrammed Profile button and proceed to Step 3.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to Profile.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Profile to access the Profiles feature screen.3U or D to scroll through the menu selections.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 97  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish984Press the Menu Select button directly below Select to select the required radio profile.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Exit to exit the screen without making any changes.5The radio returns to the Home screen. The profile name on the Home screen indicates the current selected radio profile.Toggling the Day or Night Display Modej allows you to toggle between Day or Night Mode.Procedure: Press j to toggle between Day or Night Mode of the display.The last selected mode can be saved during power off and reloaded upon radio power up if preprogrammed.Selecting the Stealth Modek allows you to toggle Stealth Mode on or off. Pressing k disables the radio’s backlight, LED and tones if preprogrammed. The radio reverts back to the current profile settings once the Stealth Mode is off. Procedure: Press k to enable the radio’s backlight, LED and tones.OR Press k to disable the radio’s backlight, LED and tones.Stealth Mode profile setting can also be saved during power off, and reloaded upon radio power up if preprogrammed.Turning Keypad Tones On or OffYou can enable and disable keypad tones as needed.Procedure: Press the preprogrammed Keypad Mute button to turn the tones off or on.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to Mute.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Mute.3The display momentarily shows Tones off, indicating that the keypad tones are disabled.ORThe display momentarily shows Tones on, and a short tone sounds, indicating that the keypad tones are enabled.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 98  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish99Turning Voice Mute On or OffYou can enable and disable voice transmission as needed.Procedure: Press the preprogrammed Voice Mute button to turn the feature on or off.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to VMute.2Press the Menu Select button directly below VMute.3The display momentarily shows Voice mute off, and a short tone sounds, indicating that the feature is disabled.ORThe display momentarily shows Voice mute on, and a short tone sounds, indicating that the feature is enabled.Using the Time-Out TimerThis feature turns off your radio’s transmitter. You cannot transmit longer than the preset timer setting.If you attempt to do so, the radio automatically stops your transmission, and you hear a talk-prohibit tone. The timer is defaulted at 60 seconds, but it can be preprogrammed from 3 to 120 seconds, in 15-second intervals, or it can be disabled entirely for each radio mode, by a qualified radio technician.Note: You will hear a brief, low-pitched, warning tone four seconds before the transmission times out.Procedure: 1Hold down the PTT button longer than the preprogrammed time. You hear a short, low-pitched warning tone, the transmission is cut-off, and the LED goes out until you release the PTT button.2Release the PTT button. The timer resets.3Press the PTT button to re-transmit. The time-out timer restarts and the LED lights up solid red.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 99  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish100Using the Conventional Squelch Operation FeaturesThis feature filters out unwanted calls with low signal strength or channels that have a higher than normal background noise.Analog OptionsTone Private Line (PL), Digital Private-Line (DPL), and carrier squelch can be available (preprogrammed) per channel.Digital OptionsOne or more of the following options may be preprogrammed in your radio. Check with your dealer or system administrator for more information.Using the PL Defeat FeatureThis feature allows you to override any coded squelch (DPL or PL) that might be preprogrammed in a channel. The radio also unmutes to any digital activity on a digital channel.Procedure: Remove the microphone from the hub to enable the PL Defeat feature. You hear any activity on the channel. ORThe radio is muted if no activity is present.Note: When this feature is active, the Carrier Squelch status indicator is displayed.Mode ResultCarrier squelch (C) You hear all traffic on a channel.PL or DPL The radio responds only to your messages.Option ResultDigital Carrier-Operated Squelch (COS) You hear any digital traffic.Normal Squelch You hear any digital traffic having the correct network access code.Selective Switch You hear any digital traffic having the correct network access code and correct talkgroup.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 100  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish101Using the Digital PTT ID FeatureThis feature allows you to see the radio ID (number) of the radio from whom you are currently receiving a transmission. This ID, consisting up to a maximum of eight characters, can be viewed by both the receiving radio and the dispatcher.Your radio’s ID number is also automatically sent every time the PTT button is pressed. This is a per-channel feature. For digital voice transmissions, your radio’s ID is sent continuously during the voice message.Using the Smart PTT Feature (Conventional Only)Smart PTT is a per-personality, programmable feature used in conventional radio systems to keep radio users from talking over other radio conversations.When smart PTT is enabled in your radio, you cannot transmit on an active channel.If you try to transmit on an active smart-PTT channel, you hear an alert tone, and the transmission is inhibited. The LED lights up solid yellow to indicate that the channel is busy.Three variations of smart PTT are available:Mode DescriptionTransmit Inhibit on Busy Channel with CarrierYou cannot transmit if any traffic is detected on the channel.Transmit Inhibit on Busy Channel with Wrong Squelch CodeYou cannot transmit on an active channel with a squelch code or (if secure-equipped) encryption key other than your own. If the PL code is the same as yours, the transmission is not prevented.Transmit Inhibit on Correct NACYou cannot transmit when the radio is in a NAC operated digital voice call channel.Transmit Inhibit on Status SymbolsYou cannot transmit when the radio is in a digital voice call with the last signal status bit as “inbound busy” or “unknown”. O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 101  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish102Using Quick-Key OverrideAs Smart PTT feature prevents your radio to transmit when the current channel is busy, you can perform a Double PTT to force a key-up and transmission to override the Smart PTT. Note: Double PTT is quick press of the PTT twice.Accessing the General Radio InformationYour radio contains information on the following:•Radio Information•IP Display•Control AssignmentsNote: If the feature inactivity timer is enabled, or when the radio is left idle and the timer expires, the radio automatically exits the feature. You will hear the Menu Inactive Exit Tone upon feature exit.Accessing the Radio InformationThis feature displays the following information of your radio:  Note: Press H at any time to return to the Home screen.• Host Version • DSP Version• Secure Version • KG (Secure Algorithm)• CH 1 – 4 Version (depending on the number of channels connected.)• Serial Number• MCHIB Version• CHIB Version• TIB Version• Siren Version • URC Version• Model Number • Serial Number• ESN • Flash Size & Type• Flash Code • RF Band• Tuning Version • Processor VersionO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 102  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish103Procedure: Press the preprogrammed Info button and proceed to Step 3.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to Info.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Info.3U or D to Radio Info and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.4The display shows the Information screen.5U or D to scroll through the various information.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Back to return to the previous screen.ORPress H to return to the Home screen.Viewing the IP InformationThis feature displays the device name, IP address, and status of your radio.Note: The device name of your radio is preprogrammed. Check with your dealer or system administrator for more information.Procedure: Press the preprogrammed Info button and proceed to Step 3.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to Info.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Info.3U or D to IP Info and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.4The display shows the IP Info screen.5U or D to scroll through the various information.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Back to return to the previous screen.ORPress H to return to the Home screen.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 103  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish104Viewing the Control AssignmentsThis feature displays the programmable radio functions assigned to the controls of your radio for the channel currently selected.See Programmable Features on page 8 for more information on the various programmable features of your radio.Procedure: Press the preprogrammed Info button and proceed to Step 3.ORFollow the procedure below.1< or > to Info.2Press the Menu Select button directly below Info.3U or D to Control map and press the Menu Select button directly below Select.4The display shows the Control Map screen.5U or D to scroll through the various information.ORPress the Menu Select button directly below Back to return to the previous screen.ORPress H to return to the Home screen.Using the Directional ButtonsThe function of these buttons are only available with a Universal Relay Controller (URC). These buttons allow you to trigger the lights on the lightbar on or off. Each button is dedicated for different direction of lights.•d – Front Spot Light•a – Left Alley Light•b – Right Alley LightThese lightbars can be customized with different lighting patterns as well.Procedure:1Press d, a or b to activate the required lights.2Press d, a or b again to deactivate the required lights.Note: This feature can also be programmed on other programmable buttons on the O9 control head. The programmable buttons on the external tool or equipment attached to the radio, e.g. microphone, external DEK and etc, do not support this feature.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 104  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish105Using the Siren Control KeyapadThese buttons allow you to activate or deactivate different types of sirens. The function of each button is shown as below.•f – Air horn•e – Manual•i – Wail•h – Yelp•g – HiLoExcept the Air horn button, these buttons have green backlight to indicate it is activated.Procedure:1Press either one of the Siren Control button to activate the required siren.2Press the same button again to turn off the siren.ORPress either one of the button to change to another siren.Using the Manual Siren Button for Manual Siren Tonee can be preprogrammed to trigger Manual Siren tone. The duration of the tone depends on the duration of pressing and holding the button. After the button is released, the Manual Siren Wail tone falls until the tone is mute.Procedure:1Press e. The Manual Siren tone sounds.2Release e when required. 3The Manual Siren tone stops immediately.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 105  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish106Using the Manual Siren Button as Siren Types Selectore can also be preprogrammed as siren types selector. For example, pressing the button changes the current siren tone to another siren tone.Procedure:When a siren tone is sounding, 1Press e to change the siren.2Repeat step 1 to change to another siren.ORPress the preprogrammed siren button to turn off the siren. Using the Public Address ButtonThis button enables the external speaker to be able to transmit the radio user announcement publicly.Procedure:Press c to toggle the public address feature on or off.Using the Response SelectorThe Response Selector is mainly designed to control the lightbar. The recommended application of Response Selector for the lightbar is as below.•Turn to 0 – the lightbar is off.•Turn to 1 – the lightbar is in take down mode.•Turn to 2 – the lightbar is in pursuit mode without the siren.•Turn to 3 – the lightbar is in pursuit mode with siren enabled.Once you turn the knob to the required number, except 0, the number will have green backlight to indicate it is activated. Response Selector can also be preprogrammed to support other functions such as siren, send status update and GPS.Procedure:1Turn the knob to 1, 2 or 3. The radio executes the preprogrammed actions.2Turn to another number to change the required actions. ORTurn the knob to 0 to turn off the actions.Note: If the Response Selector is pointing at 1, 2 or 3 during power up, the radio will execute the selected actions upon powering up.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 106  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish107Using the Universal Relay ControllerThe Universal Relay Controller (URC) is a versatile relay module that controls how the patterns on the Light Bar operate.The URC receives logic level input signals which are configured or conditioned by PLCs, process controllers and indicators to switch on/off a series of output signals. The URC supports up to 25 customized patterns; each pattern is a combination of 10 relays in the URC.The buttons or knob which support URC are:•Response Selector•Directional Buttons•Top/Bottom Programmable ButtonsURC also supports Action Consolidation feature to run the lightbar.Consult a qualified radio technician for details on customizing different relay patterns using the radio's programming software.Using External Alarms (Horn and Lights)All control heads can be equipped for external alarms (horn and lights) that are activated when a Call Alert page, Private Conversation call, or phone call is received.The radio always powers up with the horn and lights feature enabled.Note: The horn and lights feature must be enabled by a qualified radio technician.Using Non-Permanent Horn and LightsProcedure:1Press the Menu Select button directly below H/L momentarily. The last selected alarm(s) are enabled, and the display shows the enabled alarm(s) alternating with the selected mode, until it is turned off.2Press the Menu Select button directly below H/L momentarily to turn off the alarm(s). The display shows HORN/LITES OFF.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 107  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish108Using Permanent Horn and LightsIf Permanent Horn and Lights is enabled, horn and lights will automatically turn on when the radio powers up. Procedure:1Press the Menu Select button directly below H/L once to turn off the alarm(s).2Press the Menu Select button directly below H/L momentarily to enable the last selected alarm(s).The display briefly shows the enabled alarms, and then reverts back to the selected mode.Changing the Selected AlarmsProcedure:1Press and hold the Menu Select button directly below H/L until the display shows the required alarm.2U or D to required selection.3Press the Menu Select button directly below Select to return to Home mode.Using the Gun LockThis feature enables the radio to control from up to three gun locks. There are four configurations on the programmable buttons for this feature. •Gun Lock 1 – triggers first gun lock to open •Gun Lock 2 – triggers second gun lock to open•Gun Lock 3 – triggers third gun lock to open•All Gun Locks – triggers all gun locks to open concurrently but close in a sequence with a few seconds of difference in between.Due to security purposes, there are neither any text nor icon are displayed for this feature.Unlocking Single Gun LockProcedure:With relock timer:1Press the required preprogrammed Gun Lock Button. The required Gun Lock opens.2Place your gun on the Gun Lock.ORRemove your gun from the Gun Lock.3The lock closes when the timer expires.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 108  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish109ORWithout relock timer, or the relock timer is set to zero:1Press and hold the required preprogrammed Gun Lock Button. The required Gun Lock opens. 2Place the required gun on the Gun Lock.OR Remove the required gun from the Gun Lock.3Release the required preprogrammed Gun Lock Button. The Gun Lock closes.Unlocking All Gun LocksProcedure:With relock timer:1Press the preprogrammed Gun Lock Button. All the Gun Locks open concurrently.2Place your guns on the Gun Locks in the sequence from Gun Lock 1 to Gun Lock 3.ORRemove your guns from the Gun Locks in the sequence from Gun Lock 1 to Gun Lock 3.3The locks close when the timer for each lock expires. The locks are arranged in the sequence from Gun Lock 1 to Gun Lock 3.ORWithout relock timer:1Press and hold the preprogrammed Gun Lock Button. All the Gun Locks open. 2Place the required guns on the Gun Locks.OR Remove the required guns from the Gun Locks.3Release the preprogrammed Gun Lock Button. All the Gun Locks close.Using the Voice AnnouncementThis feature enables the radio to audibly indicate the current feature mode, Zone or Channel the user has just assigned. This audio indicator can be customized per customer requirements. This is typically useful when the user is in a difficult condition to read the content shown on the display. Each voice announcement is within a limit of three seconds maximum. The sum total duration for all voice announcements in a radio shall be no more than 1000 seconds.Note: This feature must be preprogrammed by a qualified radio technician.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 109  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish110The features which Voice Announcement supports are:•Zone•Channel•Scan•Monitor•Talkaround/Direct•Tx InhibitNote: Voice announcements support certain number of zone-channel, but not all. Seek advice from your dealer or qualified technician for the best selections for this feature.The two options of priority for the Voice Announcement available are:•High – enables the voice of the feature to announce even when the radio is receiving calls.•Low – disables the voice of the feature from announcing when the radio is receiving calls.Procedure:You hear a voice announcement when the features below are preprogrammed in the radio.•The radio powers up. The radio announces the current zone and channel it is transmitting.•Press the preprogrammed voice announcement button (which specifically programmed to playback the current zone and channel). The radio announces the current zone and channel it is transmitting.Note: Pressing this preprogrammed playback button will always enable the voice feature to announce in High priority.All the three programmable buttons at the side of the radio support this feature.•Change to a new zone. The radio announces the current zone and channel it is transmitting.•Change to a new channel within the current zone. The radio announces the current channel.•Press either the Menu Select button or preprogrammed button of the radio to launch or terminate Scan, Monitor, Talkaround/Direct or Transmit Inhibit. The radio announces the corresponding feature activation or deactivation.  O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 110  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish111Using the Action Consolidation ModeThis feature allows the radio to execute a series of actions by pressing a preprogrammed button or by turning the Response Selector. Features allowed for Action Consolidation are as below.•Activates the lightbar with patterns•Activates the siren•Switches to predefined zone or channel for Talkaround or Direct Mode•Sends a status update to dispatch for Talkaround or Direct Mode•Sends a GPS reportExcept Group Call, all other activities are blocked during Action Consolidation.Note: These feature must first be enabled by a qualified radio technician or system administrator.Action for either Siren, Lightbar or Gunlock can only be activated one at a time in Action Consolidation mode.Activating the Action Consolidation ActivitiesProcedure:1Press the preprogrammed button of Action Consolidation.The display shows the activities of the required programs run by the radio.Top Programmable Buttons Only:The LCD label flashes to indicate the feature is active. 2The radio reverts back to normal when Action Consolidation activities are complete.ORThe display shows Action Consolidation Failed. The Failed Actions screen appears. The screen shows a list of actions that failed to run.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 111  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Advanced FeaturesEnglish112Deactivating the Action Consolidation ActivitiesWhen the radio is running activities of the Action Consolidation, the following interruptions shall end the Action Consolidation activities.Procedure:Press H. The display shows Action Consolidation Cancelled. The radio ends the transmission and reverts to Home mode.ORPress PTT button to transmit. The display shows Action Consolidation Cancelled. The radio ends the transmission and reverts to Home mode.ORPress Emergency button or received an Emergency message. The display shows Action Consolidation Cancelled. The radio ends the transmission and reverts to Home mode and launch emergency.The Siren and Lightbar activities run by Action Consolidation are not deactivated in step 2, but continue until they are completely or manually disabled.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 112  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Helpful TipsEnglish113Helpful TipsTake a moment to review the following:Caring for Your Radio  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 113Caring for Your RadioThe following are suggestions to assist you in troubleshooting possible operating problems.If your radio is locked up or the display shows FAIL 01/09, turn the radio off and then back on. If this does not correct the condition, take the radio to a qualified radio technician for service.If radio operation is intermittent, check with other persons using the system for similar problems before taking the radio in for service. Similar problems indicate a system malfunction rather than a radio failure.If symptoms persist or, if your unit exhibits other problems, contact a qualified radio technician.The cables that connect to the rear of the radio could have live voltage on some of their pins. Do not remove or reconnect these cables. Only a qualified radio technician should perform this task. Service performed by unauthorized personnel may cause the radio to transmit an emergency alarm even if the unit is turned off.!C a u t i o nO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 113  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
AccessoriesEnglish114AccessoriesFor a list of Motorola-approved antennas and other accessories, visit the following website: http://www.motorola.com/governmentandenterpriseOn the website, search for APX 7500 Multi-Band Mobile Radio. You will see the accessories information besides the specifications of the radio. You can also contact your dealer for details.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 114  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Appendix: Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency RangeEnglish115Appendix: Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency RangeTake a moment to review the following:Special Channel Assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 115Operating Frequency Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 116Special Channel AssignmentsEmergency ChannelIf you are in imminent and grave danger at sea and require emergency assistance, use VHF Channel 16 to send a distress call to nearby vessels and the United States Coast Guard. Transmit the following information, in this order:1“MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY.” 2“THIS IS _____________________, CALL SIGN __________.”State the name of the vessel in distress 3 times, followed by the call sign or other identification of the vessel, stated 3 times.3Repeat “MAYDAY” and the name of the vessel. 4“WE ARE LOCATED AT _______________________.”State the position of the vessel in distress, using any information that will help responders to locate you, e.g.: • latitude and longitude • bearing (state whether you are using true or magnetic north) • distance to a well-known landmark• vessel course, speed or destination5State the nature of the distress. 6Specify what kind of assistance you need. 7State the number of persons on board and the number needing medical attention, if any.8Mention any other information that would be helpful to responders, such as type of vessel, vessel length and/or tonnage, hull color, etc.9“OVER.”10 Wait for a response. 11 If you do not receive an immediate response, remain by the radio and repeat the transmission at intervals until you receive a response. Be prepared to follow any instructions given to you.Non-Commercial Call ChannelFor non-commercial transmissions, such as fishing reports, rendezvous arrangements, repair scheduling, or berthing information, use VHF Channel 9.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 115  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Appendix: Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency RangeEnglish116Operating Frequency RequirementsA radio designated for shipboard use must comply with Federal Communications Commission Rule Part 80 as follows:• on ships subject to Part II of Title III of the Communications Act, the radio must be capable of operating on the 156.800 MHz frequency• on ships subject to the Safety Convention, the radio must be capable of operating:• in the simplex mode on the ship station transmitting frequencies specified in the 156.025 – 157.425 MHz frequency band, and• in the semiduplex mode on the two frequency channels specified in the table below.Note: Simplex channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82, and 83 cannot be lawfully used by the general public in US waters.Additional information about operating requirements in the Maritime Services can be obtained from the full text of FCC Rule Part 80 and from the US Coast Guard.Table A-1: VHF Marine Channel ListChannel NumberFrequency (MHz)Transmit Receive1 156.050 160.6502 156.100 160.700* 156.150 160.7504 156.200 160.8005 156.250 160.8506 156.300 –7 156.350 160.9508 156.400 –9 156.450 156.45010 156.500 156.50011 156.550 156.55012 156.600 156.60013** 156.650 156.65014 156.700 156.70015** 156.750 156.75016 156.800 156.80017** 156.850 156.85018 156.900 161.50019 156.950 161.55020 157.000 161.600* 157.050 161.65022 157.100 161.700Table A-1: VHF Marine Channel List (Continued)Channel NumberFrequency (MHz)Transmit ReceiveO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 116  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Appendix: Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency RangeEnglish117* Simplex channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82, and 83 cannot be lawfully used by the general public in US waters.** Low power (1 W) only*** Guard bandNote: A – in the Receive column indicates that the channel is transmit only.* 157.150 161.75024 157.200 161.80025 157.250 161.85026 157.300 161.90027 157.350 161.95028 157.400 162.00060 156.025 160.625* 156.075 160.67562 156.125 160.72563 156.175 160.775* 156.225 160.82565 156.275 160.87566 156.325 160.92567** 156.375 156.37568 156.425 156.42569 156.475 156.47571 156.575 156.57572 156.625 –73 156.675 156.67574 156.725 156.725Table A-1: VHF Marine Channel List (Continued)Channel NumberFrequency (MHz)Transmit Receive75 *** ***76 *** ***77** 156.875 –78 156.925 161.52579 156.975 161.57580 157.025 161.625* 157.075 161.675* 157.125 161.725* 157.175 161.77584 157.225 161.82585 157.275 161.87586 157.325 161.92587 157.375 161.97588 157.425 162.025Table A-1: VHF Marine Channel List (Continued)Channel NumberFrequency (MHz)Transmit ReceiveO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 117  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
GlossaryEnglish118GlossaryThis glossary is a list of specialized terms used in this manual.Term DefinitionACK Acknowledgment of communication.Active Channel A channel that has traffic on it.Analog Signal An RF signal that has a continuous nature rather than a pulsed or discrete nature.ARS Automatic Registration ServiceASTRO 25 Trunking Motorola standard for wireless digital trunked communications.ASTRO Conventional Motorola standard for wireless digital conventional communications.Autoscan A feature that allows the radio to automatically scan the members of a scan list.Call Alert Privately page an individual by sending an audible tone. Carrier SquelchFeature that responds to the presence of an RF carrier by opening or unmuting (turning on) a receiver’s audio circuit. A squelch circuit silences the radio when no signal is being received so that the user does not have to listen to “noise.” Central Controller A software-controlled, computer-driven device that receives and generates data for the trunked radios assigned to it. It monitors and directs the operations of the trunked repeaters.Channel A group of characteristics such as transmit/receive frequency pairs, radio parameters, and encryption encoding.Control ChannelIn a trunking system, one of the channels that is used to provide a continuous, two-way/data communications path between the central controller and all radios on the system.Conventional Typically refers to radio-to-radio communications, sometimes through a repeater (see Trunking).Conventional Scan List A scan list that includes only conventional channels.Term DefinitionO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 118  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
GlossaryEnglish119Cursor A visual tracking marker (a blinking line) that indicates a location on the display.CP CodeplugDeadlockDisplayed by the radio after three failed attempts to unlock the radio.The radio must be powered off and on prior to another attempt.DEK Direct Entry Keypad or KeyboardDigital Private Line (DPL)A type of coded squelch using data bursts. Similar to PL except a digital code is used instead of a tone.Digital Signal An RF signal that has a pulsed, or discrete, nature, rather than a continuous nature. Dispatcher An individual who has radio system management duties.DSP Digital Signal ProcessingDynamic RegroupingA feature that allows the dispatcher to temporarily reassign selected radios to a single special channel so they can communicate with each other.ESN Electrical Serial NumberTerm DefinitionFailsoftA feature that allows communications to take place even though the central controller has failed. Each trunked repeater in the system transmits a data word informing every radio that the system has gone into failsoft.FCC Federal Communications Commission.FM Frequency ModulationHang Up Disconnect.Home screen The first display information after the radio completes its self test.KVL Key-variable loader: A device for loading encryption keys into the radio.LCD Liquid crystal displayLED Light-emitting diodeMenu EntryA software-activated feature shown at the bottom of the display – selection of these features is controlled by the - button.MCHB Millennium Conrol Head BoardTerm DefinitionO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 119  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
GlossaryEnglish120MonitorCheck channel activity by pressing the Monitor button. If the channel is clear, you hear static. If the channel is in use, you hear conversation. It also serves as a way to check the volume level of the radio, since the radio “opens the squelch” when the monitor button is pressed.Multi-System Talkgroup Scan ListA scan list that can include both talkgroups (trunked) and channels (conventional).Network Access CodeNetwork Access Code (NAC) operates on digital channels to reduce voice channel interference between adjacent systems and sites.Non-Tactical/RevertThe user talks on a preprogrammed emergency channel. The emergency alarm is sent out on this same channel.OTAR Over-the-air rekeyingPage A one-way alert, with audio and/or display messages.Personality A set of unique features specific to a radio.PIN Personal Identification Number.Term DefinitionPreprogrammed Refers to a software feature that has been activated by a qualified radio technician.Private (Conversation) CallA feature that lets you have a private conversation with another radio user in the talkgroup.Private Line (PL)A sub-audible tone that is transmitted such that only receivers decoding the tone receives it.Programmable Refers to a radio control that can have a radio feature assigned to it.PTT Push-To-Talk – the PTT button engages the transmitter and puts the radio in transmit (send) operation when pressed.Radio Frequency (RF)The part of the general frequency spectrum between the audio and infrared light regions (about 10 kHz to 10,000,000 MHz).RepeaterA conventional radio feature, where you talk through a receive/transmit facility that re-transmits received signals, in order to improve communications range and coverage.Term DefinitionO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 120  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
GlossaryEnglish121Selective CallA feature that allows you to call a select individual, intended to provide privacy and to eliminate the annoyance of having to listen to conversations of no interest to you.Selective Switch Any digital P25 traffic having the correct Network Access Code and the correct talkgroup.SquelchSpecial electronic circuitry, added to the receiver of a radio, that reduces, or cuts off, unwanted signals before they are heard in the speaker.Standby An operating condition whereby the radio’s speaker is muted but still continues to receive data.Status Calls Pre-defined text messages that allow the user to send a conditional message without talking.Tactical/Non-RevertThe user talks on the channel that was selected before the radio entered the emergency state.Talkaround Bypass a repeater and talk directly to another unit for easy local unit-to-unit communications.Term DefinitionTalkgroup An organization or group of radio users who communicate with each other using the same communication path.TMS Text Messaging ServiceTrunking The automatic sharing of communications paths between a large number of users (see Conventional).Trunking Priority Monitor Scan ListA scan list that includes talkgroups that are all from the same trunking system.USK Unique Shadow KeyUTCCoordinated Universal Time. The international time standard (formerly Greenwich Mean Time, or GMT). Zero hours UTC is midnight in Greenwich, England, which is located at 0 degrees longitude. Everything east of Greenwich (up to 180 degrees) is later in time; everything west is earlier. There are 42 time authorities around the world that are constantly synchronizing with each other. Abbreviated as UTC (English backronym = Universal Time, Coordinated), it is also known as Zulu (Z) Time.Term DefinitionO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 121  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
GlossaryEnglish122Zone A grouping of channels.Term DefinitionO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 122  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Commercial WarrantyEnglish123Commercial WarrantyLimited WarrantyMOTOROLA COMMUNICATION PRODUCTSI. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS AND FOR HOW LONG:MOTOROLA INC. (“MOTOROLA”) warrants the MOTOROLA manufactured Communication Products listed below (“Product”) against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of time from the date of purchase as scheduled below:MOTOROLA, at its option, will at no charge either repair the Product (with new or reconditioned parts), replace it (with a new or reconditioned Product), or refund the purchase price of the Product during the warranty period provided it is returned in accordance with the terms of this warranty. Replaced parts or boards are warranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty period. All replaced parts of Product shall become the property of MOTOROLA.This express limited warranty is extended by MOTOROLA to the original end user purchaser only and is not assignable or transferable to any other party. This is the complete warranty for the Product manufactured by MOTOROLA. MOTOROLA assumes no obligations or liability for additions or modifications to this warranty unless made in writing and signed by an officer of MOTOROLA. Unless made in a separate agreement between MOTOROLA and the original end user purchaser, MOTOROLA does not warrant the installation, maintenance or service of the Product.MOTOROLA cannot be responsible in any way for any ancillary equipment not furnished by MOTOROLA which is attached to or used in connection with the Product, or for operation of the Product with any ancillary equipment, and all such equipment is expressly excluded from this warranty. Because each system which may use the Product is unique, MOTOROLA disclaims liability for range, coverage, or operation of the system as a whole under this warranty.II. GENERAL PROVISIONS:This warranty sets forth the full extent of MOTOROLA'S responsibilities regarding the Product. Repair, replacement or refund of the purchase price, at MOTOROLA’s option, is the exclusive remedy. THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL MOTOROLA BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT, FOR ANY LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS OR OTHER INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR ASTRO APX 7500 Mobile Units One (1) YearProduct Accessories One (1) YearO9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 123  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Commercial WarrantyEnglish124INABILITY TO USE SUCH PRODUCT, TO THE FULL EXTENT SUCH MAY BE DISCLAIMED BY LAW.III. STATE LAW RIGHTS:SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY. This warranty gives specific legal rights, and there may be other rights which may vary from state to state.IV. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:You must provide proof of purchase (bearing the date of purchase and Product item serial number) in order to receive warranty service and, also, deliver or send the Product item, transportation and insurance prepaid, to an authorized warranty service location. Warranty service will be provided by MOTOROLA through one of its authorized warranty service locations. If you first contact the company which sold you the Product (e.g., dealer or communication service provider), it can facilitate your obtaining warranty service. You can also call MOTOROLA at 1-800-927-2744 US/Canada.V. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:A)Defects or damage resulting from use of the Product in other than its normal and customary manner.B)Defects or damage from misuse, accident, water, or neglect.C)Defects or damage from improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, alteration, modification, or adjustment.D)Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material workmanship.E)A Product subjected to unauthorized Product modifications, disassembles or repairs (including, without limitation, the addition to the Product of non-MOTOROLA supplied equipment) which adversely affect performance of the Product or interfere with MOTOROLA's normal warranty inspection and testing of the Product to verify any warranty claim.F) Product which has had the serial number removed or made illegible.G)Rechargeable batteries if:(1) any of the seals on the battery enclosure of cells are broken or show evidence of tampering.(2) the damage or defect is caused by charging or using the battery in equipment or service other than the Product for which it is specified.H)Freight costs to the repair depot.I) A Product which, due to illegal or unauthorized alteration of the software/firmware in the Product, does not function in accordance with MOTOROLA’s published specifications or the FCC certification labeling in effect for the Product at the time the Product was initially distributed from MOTOROLA.J) Scratches or other cosmetic damage to Product surfaces that does not affect the operation of the Product.K)Normal and customary wear and tear.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 124  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
Commercial WarrantyEnglish125VI. PATENT AND SOFTWARE PROVISIONS:MOTOROLA will defend, at its own expense, any suit brought against the end user purchaser to the extent that it is based on a claim that the Product or parts infringe a United States patent, and MOTOROLA will pay those costs and damages finally awarded against the end user purchaser in any such suit which are attributable to any such claim, but such defense and payments are conditioned on the following:A)that MOTOROLA will be notified promptly in writing by such purchaser of any notice of such claim;B)that MOTOROLA will have sole control of the defense of such suit and all negotiations for its settlement or compromise; andC)should the Product or parts become, or in MOTOROLA’s opinion be likely to become, the subject of a claim of infringement of a United States patent, that such purchaser will permit MOTOROLA, at its option and expense, either to procure for such purchaser the right to continue using the Product or parts or to replace or modify the same so that it becomes non-infringing or to grant such purchaser a credit for the Product or parts as depreciated and accept its return. The depreciation will be an equal amount per year over the lifetime of the Product or parts as established by MOTOROLA.MOTOROLA will have no liability with respect to any claim of patent infringement which is based upon the combination of the Product or parts furnished hereunder with software, apparatus or devices not furnished by MOTOROLA, nor will MOTOROLA have any liability for the use of ancillary equipment or software not furnished by MOTOROLA which is attached to or used in connection with the Product. The foregoing states the entire liability of MOTOROLA with respect to infringement of patents by the Product or any parts thereof.Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for MOTOROLA certain exclusive rights for copyrighted MOTOROLA software such as the exclusive rights to reproduce in copies and distribute copies of such MOTOROLA software. MOTOROLA software may be used in only the Product in which the software was originally embodied and such software in such Product may not be replaced, copied, distributed, modified in any way, or used to produce any derivative thereof. No other use including, without limitation, alteration, modification, reproduction, distribution, or reverse engineering of such MOTOROLA software or exercise of rights in such MOTOROLA software is permitted. No license is granted by implication, estoppel or otherwise under MOTOROLA patent rights or copyrights.VII. GOVERNING LAW:This Warranty is governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, U.S.A.O9Head_68007024014_b.book  Page 125  Wednesday, October 20, 2010  2:28 PM
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