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SRP9180 / SRP9170 P25

Portable Radio

P25 User Manual

TNM-U-E-0091 V1.4

August 2009

TMC Radio Pty. Ltd.

1270 Ferntree Gully Road

Scoresby

Victoria, 3179

Australia

ISO9001 Lic.QEC20848

SAI Global

SRP9170/80 P25 Portable Radio – User Manual

Associated Documentation

The following documentation is available for use with the SRP9180 series of products:

TNM-U-E-0088 SRP9180 PMR Brief User Guide

TNM-U-E-0089 SRP9180 PMR User Manual

TNM-U-E-0090 SRP9180 MPT1327 User Manual

TNM-U-E-0095 SRP9180 P25 Brief User Guide

TNM-U-E-0102 SRP9180 Brief User Guide (General)

To order copies of any of the above publications, or any other TMC Radio product, contact

TMC Radio on +61 3-9730-3800 or send a Fax on +61 3-9730-3968.

The TMC Radio web site also has a comprehensive list of documentation available for

download.

http://www.tmcradio.com

About This Document

This publication is copyright and no part may be reproduced without prior permission of TMC

Radio.

Due to our policy of continuous improvement to our products and services, technical

specifications and claims, correct at time of publication, may be subject to variation without

prior notice.

TMC Radio has endeavoured to ensure that the information in this document is fairly and

accurately stated, but does not accept liability for any errors or omissions.

Conventions

Where the word “generally” or “may” is used to describe a facility, this operation is an option

that may be enabled with the FPP.

In some cases, key functions will be determined by the customer configuration, so when a

key function is referred to in these instructions, the function may be assigned to another

physical location than designated here.

References to the SRP9180 also apply to the non-keypad version (SRP9170) except where

keypad operation is described.

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General Safety

1. Do not operate your portable radio, without a handsfree kit, whilst driving a

vehicle.

2. Do not operate your radio in an explosive atmosphere – unless the radio’s level

of IECEx approval is approved for use in that atmosphere.

Obey the 'Turn Off Two-way Radios' signs where these are posted, e.g. on a

petrol station forecourt.

3. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.

IECEx Intrinsically Safe Radios

Radio models approved for use in hazardous environments according to the IECEx Scheme

are marked with an approval number.

Refer to the label on the radio for the IECEx compliance level.

The following MUST be observed to maintain the IECEx protection rating:

• Use only approved SIMOCO battery, part number PAR-9180BATL2i or PAR-9180BATL3i

• Battery charging must only be carried out in non-hazardous areas, using an approved

battery charger.

• Metal belt clips must NOT be used in hazardous areas.

• It is a requirement that when the radio is used in a hazardous area that either the SRP9180

Accessory Cover Assy (6102 350 1446) or an approved Simoco IECEx accessory is fitted

(refer Section 7 for list of approved accessories).

• Approved accessories may only be connected and disconnected outside hazardous areas.

• Prior to use in a hazardous area, inspect the radio and accessories for signs of damage.

Any visible signs of damage to the radio or accessories may compromise the integrity and

safety of the radio. A damaged radio or accessories must be repaired or replaced prior to use

in a hazardous area.

• Incorrect storage, handling or operation of the radio and accessories, as specified in TMC

Radio published User Guides and Service Manuals, may compromise the safety and integrity

of the radio and/or accessories.

• Approved labels stating the IECEx rating level must be on the radio and accessories, and

be legible, before their use in a hazardous area.

• Servicing and upgrades of IECEx approved Intrinsically Safe radios and accessories must

only be carried out by TMC Radio IECEx Intrinsically Safe trained staff, at locations that have

been IECEx approved. Please contact the TMC Radio Help Desk on 1300 363 607 for your

nearest approved Service Department.

• Substitution of parts or accessories will void the equipments’ IECEx Intrinsic Safety rating.

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Hints for Using the Radio

• When transmitting, hold the radio a few centimetres from your mouth and speak across it,

rather than into it. The microphone is located near the bottom right hand corner of the

portable radio’s speaker grille.

• Keep the length of your conversation to a minimum to conserve battery life.

• When it is possible to move location, avoid making calls from known poor signal-strength

areas such as the radio systems fringe areas (limit of range) or from screened or

shadowed areas, e.g. an underground car park or underpass.

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CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................. 8

1.1 Overview...................................................................................................... 8

1.2 Configuration .............................................................................................. 8

1.3 Modes of SRP9180 P25 Operation ............................................................ 8

2 CONTROLS......................................................................................................... 9

3 MENU SYSTEM................................................................................................. 11

3.1 Menu Navigation ....................................................................................... 12

4 MENU SCREENS.............................................................................................. 14

4.1 Channel Screen......................................................................................... 14

4.2 Menus ........................................................................................................ 16

4.2.1 Zone........................................................................................................ 16

4.2.2 Squelch ................................................................................................... 18

4.2.3 Mute Adjust / Monitor (Analogue Channels)............................................ 19

4.2.4 Phonebook .............................................................................................. 20

4.2.5 Phonebook Edit....................................................................................... 22

4.2.6 User Options ........................................................................................... 25

4.2.7 Contrast................................................................................................... 26

4.2.8 Alert Volume............................................................................................ 26

4.2.9 Radio Info................................................................................................ 27

4.2.10 Mode ....................................................................................................... 29

4.2.11 RSSI........................................................................................................ 29

4.2.12 Crypto ..................................................................................................... 31

4.2.13 Setup....................................................................................................... 31

4.2.14 Stored Calls............................................................................................. 32

4.2.15 Messages................................................................................................ 33

4.2.16 Scan Edit Menu....................................................................................... 42

4.2.17 No Menu.................................................................................................. 44

5 COMMON FUNCTIONS AND FACILITIES ....................................................... 45

5.1.1 Switch-On/Switch-Off .............................................................................. 45

5.1.2 Default Screen –Trunked Mode .............................................................. 45

5.1.3 Volume Adjustment ................................................................................. 45

5.1.4 Selecting Channels ................................................................................. 46

5.1.5 Selecting Zones ...................................................................................... 46

5.1.6 Receiving (Single Channel Screen) ........................................................ 46

5.1.7 Received Individual Calls ........................................................................ 46

5.1.8 Stored Calls Screen ................................................................................ 47

5.1.9 Received Call Pop-Up Menu ................................................................... 47

5.1.10 Transmitting ............................................................................................ 48

5.1.11 Scan/Vote Functions ............................................................................... 49

5.1.12 Keypad Lock ........................................................................................... 50

5.1.13 Encryption ............................................................................................... 50

5.1.14 Emergency Alarm.................................................................................... 51

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6 SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS ............................................................................. 52

6.1 Alarm ......................................................................................................... 52

6.2 Announce .................................................................................................. 52

6.3 Channel Up and Down.............................................................................. 52

6.4 Crypto ........................................................................................................ 52

6.5 DTMF Send 1/2 (P25 Analogue) .............................................................. 52

6.6 Key Lock.................................................................................................... 52

6.7 Low Power................................................................................................. 53

6.8 Menu .......................................................................................................... 53

6.9 Mode .......................................................................................................... 53

6.10 Mute........................................................................................................ 53

6.11 Reset ...................................................................................................... 53

6.12 Scan ....................................................................................................... 53

6.13 Scan Edit................................................................................................ 54

6.14 Scrambler (P25 Analogue).................................................................... 54

6.15 Skip ........................................................................................................ 54

6.16 Squelch .................................................................................................. 54

6.17 Talkaround............................................................................................. 54

6.18 Zone ....................................................................................................... 54

7 ACCESSORIES................................................................................................. 55

7.1 Lithium Ion Battery (PAR-9180BATL2x).................................................. 55

7.2 Lithium Ion Battery (PAR-9180BATL2).................................................... 55

7.3 Lithium Ion Battery (PAR-9180BATL3x).................................................. 55

7.4 Lithium Ion Battery (PAR-9180BATL3).................................................... 55

7.5 Single Pocket Charger (PAR-9180CRG1) ............................................... 55

7.6 Two Pocket Charger (PAR-9180CRG2) ................................................... 55

7.7 Six Pocket Charger (PAR-9180CRG6)..................................................... 55

7.8 Vehicle Mounted Charger (PAR-9180CRGV) .......................................... 55

7.9 Lightweight Carry Case (PAR-9180CLBC2)............................................ 55

7.10 Lightweight Carry Case (PAR-9180CLBC3) ........................................ 55

7.11 Heavy Duty Carry Case (PAR-9180CHSM) .......................................... 55

7.12 Lightweight Lapel Function Speaker Microphone (PAR-9180LMS2) 55

7.13 Four Function Speaker Microphone (PAR-9180LMS4) ...................... 55

7.14 Four Function Antenna Speaker Microphone (PAR-9180LMR4)....... 55

7.15 GPS Microphone (PAR-9180LMGM) .................................................... 55

7.16 Earpiece (PA-LMEP8)............................................................................ 56

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7.17 Programming Lead (MAR-9180PRLDU................................................ 56

7.18 Belt Clip (PAR-9180CLIP) ..................................................................... 56

7.19 Stud Mount (PAR-9180STUD)............................................................... 56

8 ALERT TONES AND MESSAGES.................................................................... 57

9 GLOSSARY....................................................................................................... 58

10 COMPLIANCE WITH RF ENERGY EXPOSURE GUIDELINES (UNITED

STATES AND CANADA) ......................................................................................... 60

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1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 O

VERVIEW

The Simoco SRP9180 Series Radios are a family of versatile Digital Signal Processor (DSP)

controlled, software-defined two-way portable radios.

This User Manual describes the operation of the APCO P25 Standard compliant Portable

Radio.

The SRP9180 P25 Radio may be customised to your operational requirements using the

Field Personality Programmer (FPP). Your Simoco representative can help in programming

your radio facilities to meet your present and future requirements.

1.2 C

ONFIGURATION

The SRP9180 P25 Radio must be configured using the P25 Field Personality Programmer

(FPP) prior to operation. The configuration process defines the radio channels, signalling and

other settings so that the radio will operate with your system.

1.3 M

ODES OF

SRP9180 P25 O

PERATION

The SRP9180 P25 Radio operates in Analogue FM, P25 Conventional Digital and P25

Trunked Digital modes.

Radio Channels are organised in groups of up to 250 per zone. Up to 64 zones may be

defined.

Generally, zones can be programmed with channels belonging to common function groups.

A radio channel can be defined as either Analogue, a Conventional P25 Channel or a

Trunked P25 talkgroup. A Zone may contain a mix of Channel types.

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2 CONTROLS

Accessory

Connector

Function #7

Selector Switch

ABC Switch

On/Off Volume

PTT

Function #5

Function #6

Function #2

Function #1

Function #3

Function #4

Antenna

Keypad

Indicator LED

Figure 1 – SRP9180 Portable Key Layout

SRP9180

Key/Control

Label Function

On/Off / Volume

The radio is turned on by rotating the volume knob

clockwise, and turned off by rotating it anti-clockwise.

Turning the knob clockwise increases volume.

Selector Switch Rotate the switch to select the desired channel.

ABC Switch Programmer configurable function switch.

PTT

Push-to-Talk. Hold the radio 10cm from the mouth.

Press and hold the PTT switch and speak. Release to

listen.

Function Key F1

Programmable Function key. Default – Menu Select.

Function Key F2 Programmable Function key. Default – Channel Down.

Function Key F3 Programmable Function key. Default – Channel Up.

Function Key F4 Programmable Function key. Default – OK.

Function Key F5

Programmable Function key.

Function Key F6 Programmable Function key. Default – Reset / Cancel.

Function key F7 Programmable Function key. Default – Alarm.

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SRP9180

Key/Control

Label Function

Keypad

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

* 0 #

Keypad can be used to select a Channel or Special

Function.

E.g. 12# will select channel 12.

Indicator LED Function

Green

Green LED when receiving a signal.

Red

Red LED when the radio is transmitting.

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3 MENU SYSTEM

The SRP9180 P25 portable radio uses a menu structure for access to all of the radio

features and functions. The structure of the menu can be programmed to meet the specific

needs of individual customers.

Figure 2 illustrates the menu structure of the radio. Note that the order and presence of each

menu is determined by the configuration of the radio programmed by the Field Programmer.

Possible Menu entries are:

• Zone (usually the first menu, as accessed often)

• Squelch

• Mute Adjust (FM) / Monitor (Digital)

• Phonebook

• Phonebook Edit

• User Options

• Contrast

• Alert Volume

• Radio Info

• Mode

• RSSI

• Crypto

• Setup

• Stored Calls

• Messages

• Scan Edit

• No Menu

To assist the user in menu key selection, a soft menu label may appear above the function

keys. The label shows the user the current function for that key which may change between

different menus.

Programming of menus is a configuration task normally performed by the system manager

using the FPP software.

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3.1

ENU

AVIGATION

Pressing the “M” key selects Menu mode from the main Channel Screen. Once in menu

mode, the ▼ and ▲ keys cycle through the menus.

To exit Menu mode, press the “M” key again or the Menu timeout will exit automatically.

Generally, pressing “M” key while in a menu backs up to the next highest level of menu and

the “OK” key selects the menu screen.

The ▼ and ▲ keys are used to navigate through a list of options such as channels, or

increase/decrease a value.

When the Menu key is first pressed, the numeric keys become short cut keys to functions.

Numeric keys can be programmed (using FPP) with functions i.e. Scan.

To access this, you can press the “M” or menu key from the channel screen and then the

numeric key assigned to that function.

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Normal

Channel

Screen

Zone Select

Menu #1

Setup Menu

(Optional)

Menu #2

Menu #3 Menu #3

Menu #x Menu #x

Select

Zone

ENTRY POINT = Default Screen

Channel

Note:

Example Menus only shown.

P25 Conventional Menu rev1d

Other Menus may be configured with the FPP

Up Key

Down Key

Back Key

OK Key

Squelch

Mute

Adjust

SubMenu Selections

RSSI

Mode

Radio Info

Crypto Key

Alert

Volume

Contrast

User Options

Submenu

Key Beeps

ON/OFF

Backlight

ON/OFF

(Other User

Menu items)

Back

BackBack

Back

BackBack

Back

BackBack

Back

BackBack

Back

BackBack

Figure 2 - Menu Navigation

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4 MENU SCREENS

4.1 C

HANNEL

CREEN

Special Ops

Zone 4

Typical Display

Icons

The Channel Screen shows the current channel and allows channel selection.

The Channel Name (top line) shows the text associated with the currently selected radio

channel.

The Zone Name (middle) shows the text associated with the currently selected radio zone.

The RSSI Bars indicate the signal strength of the current channel.

The Battery Bars indicate the battery charge level.

Pressing the “M” key enters the Menu mode.

The lower part of the screen is reserved for icons.

Radio channels may be configured with the Field Programmer as specific frequencies or as

auto scan types. When an auto scan channel is selected, it will immediately go into scan

mode. Selecting another non-autoscan channel will stop the scan.

If a radio channel is defined as a P25 Conventional Digital Channel, it will only receive P25

digital signals.

If a radio channel is defined as an Analogue FM channel, it will receive both P25 Digital* and

Analogue FM signals.

* When an Analogue FM channel is selected and in Monitor mode , all unencrypted digital

P25 traffic will be heard regardless of NAC or Talkgroup.

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ICONS INDICATION

A filled speaker indicates that a signal is present and the audio can

be heard from the speaker.

The outline speaker icon indicates that a signal is present and the

radio is muted. This could be another user group, for instance.

Scan Indicator. When radio is on a scan channel and scanning, the

arrow will rotate.

Transmit Indicator.

Received Signal Strength Indication (RSSI). A stronger signal will

display more bars above the “antenna” icon.

Encryption Indicator. The icon is shown when the selected channel is

programmed for encryption. If an unencrypted signal is received, the

icon will be not be displayed.

25 = Digital Mode Indicator.

Selective Mute. Only radio signals specifically directed to the user or

the channel’s defined talkgroup will be heard on the speaker.

Normal Mute. Only radio signals from the users own network will be

heard on the speaker.

Monitor. All P25 digital radio signals on the channel will be heard.

All keys except PTT, or any function assigned as Alarm, will be

disabled. Press the OK key for 2 seconds to unlock all keys.

Talk Around enabled indicator. When shown, Talk Around is active.

Scrambler indicator (analogue only).

Emergency mode. Blinking icon indicates that the emergency key

has been pressed.

Individual Addressing Mode. When shown, the radio will transmit to

an individual address instead of a talkgroup.

Envelope icon. Indicates that a message(s) stored if icon steady,

icon flashes if unread message(s) stored.

Battery charge indicator. 6 vertical bars above the icon show the

battery state of charge.

Trunking mode. Icon is shown when a trunking system has been

selected.

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Connecting icon. Shown when a text message is being sent and the

connection is in progress.

Connection Fail icon. Shown when a text message transmission has

failed.

Radio has stopped on a scan channel.

4.2 M

ENUS

The menu structure on the SRP9180 is configurable using the Field Programmer. A system

administrator usually tailors the order and presence of the menu options to specific customer

requirements.

This section will describe all the possible menus.

Normally the menus are divided into two menu lists.

These are normally the Main menu list and the Setup menu list. Menu selections that are

not frequently accessed are normally put under the Setup menu list.

In the default configuration, the Main menu contains the Zone screen and a Setup screen.

This allows access to the second “Setup” menu level.

4.2.1 Zone

The Zone Screen is used for changing Zones. A Zone is normally defined as a group of radio

channels with a common operational role.

When the “Zone” menu option is displayed, press the “OK” key to enter the “Zone“ select

screen.

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Once the “Zone” menu appears, press the ▼ and ▲ keys to choose the required Zone.

Press the “OK” key to select the required Zone. The radio will return to the channel screen

and select the first channel in the new Zone.

Direct access to the “Zone” menu from other screens can also be programmed to one of the

function keys with the Field Programmer.

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4.2.2 Squelch

This menu allows the channel’s default squelch mode to be modified.

If the selected channel is changed or the radio is switched off, the channel’s default squelch

setting will be restored.

Press the “OK” key for the “Squelch” Menu.

P25 Squelch Screen

For a P25 digital channel, pressing the ▼ and ▲ keys will allow selection of either Monitor,

Normal or Selective squelch mode.

For an analogue channel, pressing the ▼ and ▲ keys will allow selection of either Monitor

or Normal squelch mode.

4.2.2.1 Digital Operation

Channel Monitor Mode:

The radio will receive any decryptable or clear P25 digital voice signal. The Network Access

Code (NAC) is not checked. An “M” icon on the display indicates monitor mode.

Digital Channel Normal Mode:

When Normal squelch is selected, the radio will receive all decryptable or clear digital

transmissions with the correct NAC. Reception is not conditional upon the talkgroup or Unit

ID. An “N” icon on the display indicates normal squelch.

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Digital Channel Selective Mode:

If Selective squelch is chosen, the radio will only receive decryptable or clear digital

transmissions with the correct NAC and Talk Group ID (TGID) or correct NAC and Unit ID.

An “S” icon indicates Selective squelch.

4.2.2.2 Analogue Operation

Channel Monitor Mode:

The radio will receive any Analogue voice or P25 digital signals. Digital NAC or Analogue

CTCSS is not checked. An “M” icon indicates monitor.

Analogue Channel Normal Mode:

When Normal mute is selected, the radio will receive correctly addressed Analogue radio

transmissions and all decryptable or clear digital transmissions. An “N” icon indicates

Normal. Normal can only be selected if CTCSS/DCS is programmed for that channel.

Pressing the “OK” key returns to the main channel screen.

Pressing the “Back” or “M” key returns to the next highest menu level.

4.2.3 Mute Adjust / Monitor (Analogue Channels)

From the menu list, step through the menu options with the ▼ and ▲ keys until the “Mute

Adjust” menu is displayed.

Press the “OK” key for the Mute adjustment screen.

Analogue Mute Screen

The mute adjustment will be applied to all the radio’s analogue channels.

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Use the ▼ and ▲ keys to adjust the mute threshold. A numeric value of the present mute

level is shown.

The “OK” key returns to the default channel screen with the selected mute setting.

It is recommended that the default mute setting of 4 be used. The SRP9180 series radios

have a carrier noise mute and this means the mute will open at the point where an analogue

signal is sufficiently noise free to be intelligible with a setting of 4.

Where the default is not acceptable, it may be adjusted for analogue channels so that:

0 corresponds to “no muting”;

4 will hear all intelligible signals;

8 will hear slightly noisy signals and;

15 will only hear signals with no background noise.

Pressing the “OK” key will exit to the Channel Screen with the selected mute setting.

Direct access to the “Mute Adjust” screen from other screens can also be programmed to

one of the function keys with the Field Programmer.

4.2.4 Phonebook

When “Phone Book” is selected from the menu screen, the Phone Book Screen is shown.

From this screen, it is possible to view the of all phone entries in the phone book.

Phone book entries may be Individual Addresses, Telephone numbers or Talk Groups.

The second line shows the name of the selected phone book entry.

The third line shows the unit identifier of the phone book entry. This is the P25 ID that the

radio will call.

The fourth line shows the IP address associated with the phone book entry. IP addresses

are used for data calls and text messages.

Phone book entries may be selected with the ▼ and ▲ keys.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen display.

When “Back” key “M” is pressed, the radio returns to the Menu screen.

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4.2.4.1 Making an Individual Call

In Phonebook mode, when the “PTT” key is pressed:

• The radio is changed to individual call mode (individual call to the unit identifier of the

selected phone entry). The individual call icon is displayed.

• If the radio is already in individual call mode addressed to a different unit, the

destination unit ID is replaced by that of the newly selected phone entry.

• The radio will remain in individual call mode until the inactivity timeout has elapsed,

ie. No PTT or signal received for the Field Programmer set time period (typically 10

seconds).

• The radio will return to the default channel screen.

4.2.4.2 Making an Individual Call with Call Alert

When the “OK” key is pressed with the Phone Book entry displayed:

A Call Alert is sent to the displayed ID.

The called radio will sound a Call Alert.

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4.2.5 Phonebook Edit

The Phone Book can be modified so that new entries can be added and existing entries can

be modified or removed from the phone book.

Phone book entries may be Individual Addresses, Telephone numbers or Talk Groups.

Changes to the phone book are permanent.

4.2.5.1 Phonebook Edit Default Screen

When “Phone Book Edit” is selected from the menu screen, the radio displays the Phone

Book Edit Screen.

From this screen, an entry can be chosen using the ▼ and ▲ keys.

The displayed information is the same as the Phone Book Screen display.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured), takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

If the “Back” key “M” is pressed, the radio returns to the MENU screen.

If the “OK” key is pressed, the “Phone Book Edit” pop-up menu is displayed.

4.2.5.2 Phone Book Edit Pop-up menu

The pop-up items are:

• Add: to add a new phone entry.

• Edit: to edit (modify) the selected phone entry.

• Delete: to delete the currently selected phone entry.

The selection is made with the ▼ and ▲ keys.

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The “M” or “Back” key takes the radio back to the Phone Book Edit Default Screen.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

If “Delete” is selected, pressing “OK” removes the selected phone entry from the phone book

and takes the radio back to the default screen display.

If “Add” is selected, pressing “OK” takes the radio to the Add New Entry sub-menu.

If “Edit” is selected, pressing “OK” takes the radio to the Edit Phone Entry sub-menu.

4.2.5.3 Phone Book Edit – Add New Phone Entry

The first edit screen is the entry type screen. There are 6 possible types of Phone Book

entries. These are:

Conv.Unit ID (Option 0) Conv.PSTN (Option 1) Conv.Group (Option 2)

Trunk Unit ID (Option 3) Trunk PSTN (Option 1) Trunk Group (Option 4)

Make the selection 0 – 5 and select OK.

From here, enter the System ID value as described in the Phonebook Edit section.

4.2.5.4 Phonebook Edit

This selection is used to edit an existing phone book entry. The operation is similar to adding

a phonebook entry in previous section. In this example, editing a P25 Trunked ID is shown.

It is also possible to edit a P25 Conventional ID and a P25 Group Entry. Note that some

steps will be missing for a Conventional channel.

The first step is to edit the System ID, if required.

Upon entering this screen, the current trunked System ID of the selected phone entry is

displayed.

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The System ID entry can then be changed using the numeric digits and ▼ key as a

destructive backspace.

Once the new System ID is entered, press “OK” key to move on to the next sub-menu screen

to edit the Wide Area Coverage Network (WACN) ID, if required.

Upon entering this screen, the current WACN ID of the selected phone entry is displayed.

The WACN ID entry can then be changed using the numeric digits and ▼ key as a

destructive backspace and # for the “.”.

If there is no change for the WACN ID, press “OK” key to move on to the next sub-menu

screen to edit the Unit ID, if required.

Upon entering this screen, the current Unit ID of the selected phone entry is displayed.

The name entry can then be changed using the numeric digits and ▼ and ▲ key to move the

cursor with Reset function key to delete.

If there is no change for the Unit ID, press “OK” key to edit the IP address, if required.

Upon entering this screen, the current IP address of the selected phone entry is displayed.

The IP address can then be changed using the numeric digits and ▼ and ▲ key to move the

cursor with Reset function key to delete. The “#” key is used to enter a “.”.

If there is no change for the IP address, press “OK” key and move on to the next sub-menu

screen to edit the name.

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Upon entering this screen, the current name of the selected phone entry is displayed.

The name entry can then be changed using the numeric digits and ▼ and ▲ key to move the

cursor with Reset function key to delete.

If there is no change for the name, press “OK” key to complete the editing on the phone

entry. The phone entry will be modified in the radio, and the radio will return to the default

screen.

4.2.6 User Options

The “User Options” menu provides access to a list of Functions that may be toggled on or

off. Up to 10 functions may be defined in this menu by the FPP programmer.

Press the “OK” key for the “User Options” screen.

When the Function is selected, the function can be toggled ON or OFF with the “OK” key.

The ▼ and ▲ keys are used to select the other functions.

Pressing the “Back“ / “M” key saves all the function settings and returns to the next highest

menu level.

Toggle functions include Key Beeps, Backlight, Talk-Around, Analogue Scrambler and Low

Power Override.

These functions can also be assigned directly to the radio’s function keys, if required.

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4.2.7 Contrast

This menu allows the screen’s contrast setting to be altered.

Press the “OK” key for the “Contrast” adjustment screen.

When the “Contrast” menu is selected, the contrast can be adjusted with the ▼ and ▲ keys.

The numeric value of the Contrast is displayed.

Pressing the “OK” key returns to the main channel screen.

Pressing the Back or “M” key returns to the next highest menu level.

4.2.8 Alert Volume

This Screen allows you to set the level of the relative Alert Volume level in relation to the

current Volume setting. The level can be set in 62 steps over the range -31 to +31, with 0

being about the same as the voice level. For example, if the alert volume is set to –6, it will

be softer than received voice on the radio.

From the Settings Sub Menu, step through the menu options with the ▼ and ▲ keys until the

Alert menu is displayed.

Press the “OK” key for the “Alert Volume” adjustment screen.

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Use the ▼ and ▲ keys to change the relative alert volume level. The beep will sound at the

indicated level each time the setting is changed.

Press OK to accept the setting and return to the Channel Screen.

Pressing the M key will exit back to the setup menu.

Note: A minimum Alert Level may be set by the FPP to ensure the Alerts can always be

heard from the speaker.

4.2.9 Radio Info

These screens display information that identifies the Field Programmer File description,

Radio ID, Serial Number, Software Version and IP Address.

From the Settings Sub Menu, step through the menu options with the ▼ and ▲ keys until the

Radio Info menu is displayed.

Press the “OK” key for the “Radio Info” Screen.

The ▼ and ▲ keys select the following information pages:

P25 Conv. ID and Radio Band

Radio Software Version and Serial Number

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Application Software Version and Date

Application Upgrade Version, Date and PLA

code

P25 Radio Unit Trunked ID and IP Address

P25 Trunked SysID, WACN, GID and UID

Feature Authorisation Enables

Encryption Status

External Application Memory Status

The “Radio Info“ screens are read-only screens. Press “OK” to return to the Channel

Screen.

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4.2.10 Mode

The mode menu is used for changing from one radio to another, such as PMR/LMR mode to

P25 or MPT1327 trunking.

From the Channel Screen, select menu mode with the “M” or “Menu” key and step through

the menus with the ▼ and ▲ keys until the “Mode” menu is reached.

Press “OK” to select the Mode menu.

From the “Mode” menu, use the ▼ and ▲ keys to select the required operating mode, such

as APCO P25, PMR or MPT Trunking. While the required mode is displayed, press OK to

select that operating mode. The radio will then display the default screen for that mode.

Keypad shortcuts can be used to change modes from the keypad.

PMR (*60#)

P25 (*80#)

MPT Network 1 (*71#)

MPT Network 2 (*72#)

4.2.11 RSSI

This screen displays the received signal strength in dBm. The reading is typically accurate

within +/- 2 dBm between –120dBm and -80dBm, when the radio has been correctly

calibrated. For example, -90dBm is a strong signal and –120dBm is no signal.

The screen also shows the Bit Error Rate (BER) on digital channels. RSSI and BER are

typically used to indicate signal quality.

From the Settings Sub Menu, step through the menu options with the ▼ and ▲ keys until the

“RSSI” menu is displayed.

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Press the “OK” key for the “RSSI“ screen

If a Digital channel is selected BER will be displayed.

The RSSI/BER will be displayed until either the “M” key is pressed to return to the next

highest menu level or the “OK” key is pressed which will return to the main channel menu.

A lower RSSI value indicates a stronger signal, i.e. –80dBm is a stronger signal than –

100dBm.

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4.2.12 Crypto

This menu allows the digital channel’s default transmit encryption key to be modified. On an

encrypted radio channel, the radio will attempt to use any of the stored encryption keys to

decrypt received signals.

The current selected digital channel has encryption enabled if the padlock symbol is

displayed.

Press the “OK” key for the “Crypto Key” menu.

Digital Analogue

When the Crypto menu is selected, the digital channel’s Encryption Key ID can be changed

with the ▼ and ▲ keys.

The key name and the key identifier (1-32) for the selected channel is displayed.

If the selected channel is changed or the radio is switched off, the channel’s default

encryption key will be restored.

Pressing the “OK” key returns to the main channel screen.

Pressing the “Back” or “M” key returns to the next highest menu level.

4.2.13 Setup

The screens in the Setup sub-menus allow the radio operator to edit/modify the operation of

some of the general functions of the radio.

Once the “M” key is pressed from the “Channel” screen, the ▼ and ▲ keys cycle through

the available “Main” menus. Once the “Setup” menu appears, press the “OK” key to select

it.

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The ▼ and ▲ keys are then used to scroll through the setup menus.

The Setup menu structure may include, for example:

• Alert Volume,

• Contrast,

• RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indication),

• Info (Radio software and hardware information),

• Crypto (Select Transmit Encryption Key),

• Squelch,

• Mute Adjust, or

• User Options.

4.2.14 Stored Calls

This screen displays the received individual call records one by one, starting with the most

recently received call record.

Either the name of the caller from the phone book or the user ID is displayed if the ID is not

known to the phone book. If stored calls are empty, NO RECORD is displayed.

The ▼ and ▲ keys can be used to step through the stored calls. An error beep will sound if

there are no more call records.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured), takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

The “M” or “Back” key returns to Menu screen. When “OK” key is pressed, a pop up menu

is displayed so that the message can be deleted or party called back.

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The selections are:

• DELETE – to delete the call record.

• CALL – to call back the caller (set individual call to the caller).

• CANCEL – to cancel the action selection.

The selection is made with the▼ and ▲ keys.

The “M” or “Back” key returns to Stored Calls screen”.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen display.

If “CALL” is selected, pressing “OK” sets the radio to individual calling mode with the ID of

the stored call. A subsequent PTT within the configured time interval will send an individual

call to the ID of the stored call.

If “DELETE” is selected, pressing “OK” removes the selected call record (being viewed) from

the list. The radio returns to the Stored Calls Screen with the next record being displayed.

If “CANCEL” is selected, the Stored Calls screen is displayed.

4.2.15 Messages

A P25 radio can receive and transmit predefined short messages and text messages with

another radio unit on a digital channel (P25 conventional only).

Messages received are stored in radio memory. They can be viewed and deleted as

required.

If there are unread messages stored in the radio, the envelope icon on the default screen will

flash.

If there are messages in the radio that have all been read, a steady envelope icon is shown

on the default screen.

If there are no messages in the radio, the envelope icon will not appear on the default

screen.

To view/delete/send messages, go to the Menu selection and choose the “Messages” menu.

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When “Messages” is selected from the menu screen with “OK”, a pop-up screen will appear.

4.2.15.1 Messages Selection Pop-Up Menu

The pop-up selections are:

• VIEW: view received messages.

• SMSG: Short Message. The radio can be programmed with a list of predefined

messages. Choosing SMSG shows a list of predefined messages, which can be

sent as a short message to another radio unit. Only applicable when a digital

channel is selected.

• TXTMSG: Text message. Enters the text message edit and send sub-menus. Only

applicable when a digital channel is selected.

Options are selected with the ▼ and ▲ keys.

Pressing “M” or “Back” keys takes the radio back to the Menu screen.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured), takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

If “VIEW” is selected, pressing “OK” shows the Message View screen.

If “SMSG” is selected, pressing “OK” shows the Short Message screen only for a digital

channel, otherwise an error beep will sound.

If “TXTMSG” is selected, pressing “OK” shows the Edit Text Message screen only for a

digital channel, otherwise an error beep will sound.

4.2.15.2 View Received Messages Screen

Received messages (both short messages and text messages) can be viewed from this

screen.

This screen displays the received messages one by one, starting with the most recent

received message.

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The information displayed for each message includes the sender ID and the first 2 lines of

the received message in text string.

If no messages are stored, “NO RECORD” is displayed.

To step through other stored messages, use the▼ and ▲ keys. If there is no further

message stored, an error beep will sound.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured), takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

If the “Back” or “M” key is pressed, the radio will return to the Messages Selection pop-up

Menu.

Pressing the “OK” key displays the Message View pop-up menu with further options.

4.2.15.3 Message View Pop-Up Menu

The Message View pop-up allows the following options:

• DELETE: deletes the current received message.

• MORE: to view the full (entire) message.

• REPLY: to select the method of replying to the selected message.

Selection is performed using the ▼ and ▲ keys.

Pressing the “M” or “Back” key takes the radio back to the “Messages View” Screen.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured), takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

If “DELETE” is selected, pressing “OK” will remove the current selected message from the

radio. The radio will return to the “Messages View” screen with the next message being

selected and displayed.

If “MORE” is selected, pressing “OK” will display the full message.

If “REPLY” is selected, pressing “OK” will display the “Message Reply” pop-up screen.

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4.2.15.4 More Message View Screen

This screen displays the selected message in full scale – 6 lines of message text per page of

the selected message.

If a message exceeds a screen, the ▼ and ▲ keys can select the other pages.

Pressing “M” or “OK” returns to the “Messages View” pop-up screen.

The “Reset” function key press (if configured), takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

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4.2.15.5 Reply Message Selection Pop-Up Menu

Selecting Reply brings up another pop-up menu.

The selections are:

• CALL: calls the selected sender.

• SMSG: sends a short message to the sender.

• TXTMSG: to edit and send a text message to the sender.

Selection is made using the ▼ and ▲ keys.

The “M” or “Back” key press returns to the “Messages View” pop-up screen.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured), takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

If “Call” and “OK” is selected, the radio returns to the default screen and is set to individual

calling mode for a time out period determined by radio configuration.

When the radio’s PTT is activated, an individual voice call is sent to the message sender.

If “SMSG” is selected, pressing “OK” displays the Message Reply - Short Messages screen.

If “TXTMSG” is selected, pressing “OK” displays the Message Reply –Text Edit screen.

4.2.15.6 Short Message Reply

This menu is used to reply with a pre-defined short message.

This screen shows the destination unit identifier and the selected short message.

The short message can be selected from the short message list by using the ▼ and ▲ keys.

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A “Reset” function key press (if configured), takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

A “Back” or “M” keypress returns to the Message Reply Pop-up screen.

When “OK” key is pressed, the selected short message is sent in reply to the received

message, and the radio returns to the default screen.

4.2.15.7 Text Message Reply Screen

This menu is used to reply with a free form text message.

The maximum length of text message is 210 characters. The number of characters entered

is displayed in the top right hand side.

The characters are entered via the keypad by pressing the relevant key one or more times to

choose each character.

The ▼ key is used to move the curser to the left.

The ▲ key is used to move the curser to the right.

A “Reset” key press and hold for less than one second deletes the character to the left of the

cursor, and moves the curser position to the left by one.

Holding the “Reset” key down for more than one second deletes all characters from the

curser position to the right. A new character entered is put on the current cursor location.

The ‘#’ key is used to toggle upper and lower case.

The “0” key is the space key.

When “Back” key “M” is pressed, the radio returns to the Message Reply pop-up screen.

Pressing “OK” sends the edited text message in reply to the sender of the message. The

radio returns to the default screen.

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4.2.15.8 Send Message (Short or Text)

This menu is used to send either a short message or a text message to another party.

Select Messages from the main menu and then choose either “SMSG” (Short Message) or

“TXTMSG” (Text Message).

This screen allows the user to view and select a short message. It displays the selected

short message text.

The short message can be selected by using the ▼ and ▲ keys.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

A “Back” or “M” keypress returns to the Message Pop-up screen.

When the “OK” key is pressed, the Destination Pop-up screen is shown.

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4.2.15.9 Text Message Screen

This screen allows editing and sending a free form text message. A text message can have

a maximum length of 210 characters. The number of characters entered is displayed in the

top right hand side.

The characters are entered via the keypad by pressing the relevant key one or more times to

choose each character.

The ▼ key is used to move the curser to the left.

The ▲ key is used to move the curser to the right.

A “Reset” key press and hold for less than one second deletes the character to the left of the

cursor, and moves the curser position to the left by one.

Holding the “Reset” key down for more than one second deletes all characters from the

curser position to the right. A new character entered is put on the current cursor location.

The ‘#’ key is used to toggle upper and lower case.

When “Back” key “M” is pressed, the radio returns to the Message Reply pop-up screen.

When “OK” key is pressed, the Destination Selection Pop-up Menu screen appears.

4.2.15.10 Destination Select Pop-Up Menu

This menu allows selection of the message destination.

The selections are:

• PHBK: to select the destination from the phone book.

• ENT.ID: enter the destination unit ID.

• CANCEL: to cancel the destination selection.

Use the ▼ and ▲ keys to make the selection.

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The “M” or “Back” key returns to previous screen, i.e., Short Message Screen, or Edit Text

Message Screen.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

If “CANCEL” is selected, pressing “OK” returns to the previous screen, i.e., Short Message

Screen, or Edit Text Message Screen.

If “PH.BK” is selected, pressing “OK” key displays the “Phone Entry Screen”.

If “ENT.ID” is selected, pressing “OK” key displays the “Enter Unit Id Screen”.

4.2.15.11 Phone Book Selection Screen

This screen allows selection of the destination ID from the Phone Book.

The ▼ and ▲ keys are used to select the phone book entry.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

The “M” or “Back” key returns to the Destination Selection Pop-up screen.

Pressing “OK” key sends the message to the chosen destination ID and the radio returns to

the default screen.

4.2.15.12 Enter Unit ID Screen

This screen allows manual entry of the destination unit ID decimal digits. The valid range of

a unit ID is 0 – 16,777,215.

The entered digits can be deleted by using the ▼ key.

The “M” or “Back” key returns to Destination Selection pop-up Menu screen.

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A “Reset” function key press (if configured), takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

Pressing “OK” sends the message to the entered unit ID (providing it is valid). The screen

will return to the default screen.

If the entered unit ID is not valid, or the IP address is not defined, an error beep will sound.

Sending a short message or text message can fail if the destination radio is not available.

4.2.16 Scan Edit Menu

This menu allows channels in Scan Groups to be added or deleted by the user.

Add and Delete changes to a Scan Group are stored permanently in the radio.

4.2.16.1 Scan Group Edit Screen

When selected, the “Scan Group Edit” screen is displayed, which shows the channels within

the Scan Group.

The second line from the top shows the name of the selected channel in the scan group.

The next line shows the channel type, i.e., “Member” if it is a normal member of the scan

group; “Priority” if it is the priority channel; or “Skipped”, if the channel is currently skipped

from the scan group.

The ▼ and ▲ keys select the channel from the scan group list.

When “Reset” function key is pressed (if configured), the radio returns to the default screen

display.

When the “Back” key or “Menu” is pressed, the radio returns to the “Scan Group Edit”

screen.

When “OK” key is pressed, a pop-up action selection menu is displayed.

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The pop-up selections are:

• Add: adds a channel to the scan group.

• Delete: deletes the currently selected channel from the scan group.

• Back: returns to previous menu screen.

The ▼ and ▲ keys make the selection.

The “Menu” or “Back” key takes the radio back to the “Scan Edit” main screen.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

If “Delete” is selected, pressing “OK” key removes the selected channel from the scan group

and takes the radio back to the default screen display. If scanning is enabled on the current

channel, scanning will start. The deletion is permanent.

If “Add” is selected, pressing “OK” key takes the radio to the Scan Group Add Type screen.

The priority level of the channel to add to the scan group is selected from this screen. The

choices are:

• Member: A member channel is a normal channel with lowest priority in the scan

group.

• Prty1: A Priority 1 channel will have the highest priority in the scan group.

• Prty2: A Priority 2 channel will have the second highest priority in the scan group.

The priority of the channel is selected using the ▼ and ▲ keys and pressing OK. The Scan

Group Add screen will appear next.

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4.2.16.2 Scan Group Add Screen

The “Scan Group Add” screen shows channels that are not members of the Scan Group.

The second line from the top shows the name of a channel that is not a member of the Scan

Group.

Other channels that are not members of the scan group can be selected using the ▼ and ▲

keys.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

When the “Back” key or “Menu” is pressed, the radio returns to the main Scan Edit screen.

When “OK” key is pressed,

• If the scan group has less than 15 member channels, the selected non-member

channel is added to the scan group. If scan is enabled on the current channel, the

radio will resume scanning. The radio returns to the default screen. The added

channel is permanent.

• Otherwise, an error beep will sound, and the radio will return to the default screen.

4.2.17 No Menu

The “No Menu” option exists in the FPP for when a menu entry is not required. If all entries

are “No Menu”, there will be no menu system available. This may be desirable for simple

configurations.

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5 COMMON FUNCTIONS AND FACILITIES

5.1.1 Switch-On/Switch-Off

The On/Off power switch on the SRP9180 is on the rotary volume control, located on the top

left hand side of the radio control head.

To turn the portable on, rotate the volume knob clockwise. The radio will turn on after about

one second.

The display will illuminate and show a ‘Welcome Message’ text as programmed by the Field

Programmer.

After about two seconds, the display will revert to the Channel Screen, at which time the

radio is ready for use.

Rotating the knob fully anti-clockwise when the radio is on will turn the radio off.

If the radio Power Down Timer is enabled, the portable will automatically turn off after several

hours of inactivity (i.e. no keys pressed).

The radio will emit warning beeps for 10 seconds prior to automatically switching off.

Pressing any key will reset this timer.

5.1.2 Default Screen –Trunked Mode

After power up, the radio will show the currently selected Zone and Channel. If the selected

channel is a trunking channel, the radio will scan until it finds the trunked system. This will

typically take a few seconds if the trunked network is available.

Trunked mode is indicated by the icon. The rotating arrow indicates that the radio is

scanning for a trunked network. When the arrow is not shown, the radio is registered with

the trunked network and ready to make or receive a call.

5.1.3 Volume Adjustment

The Volume Control adjusts the speech level at the radio speaker. The rotary Volume

Control on the SRP9180 is located on the top of the unit.

Note: The radio may be programmed so that the volume cannot be turned off completely.

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5.1.4 Selecting Channels

A channel may be selected by:

• Using the up/down function keys under the display in the default menu.

• Rotating the channel selector switch on the top of the portable.

• Entering the desired channel into the keypad and pressing “#”.

5.1.5 Selecting Zones

A zone may be selected by either:

• Selecting the Zone menu (see section 4.2.1) and using ▼ / ▲ function keys.

• Operating the 3 position switch under the selector switch (if programmed).

5.1.6 Receiving (Single Channel Screen)

The Speaker Icon

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will show when a valid signal is being received and audio will be heard

at the loudspeaker.

The icon will be shown as an outline when a signal is being received that is not addressing

this radio and hence, is not audible. For instance, another user group may be having a

conversation on another talkgroup when receiving in Selective Mute.

The analogue channel’s receive mute setting can be altered from the Mute Adjust menu.

While on an Analogue channel, both P25 and Analogue FM transmissions will be received.

While on a P25 channel, only P25 transmissions will be received.

To change channels, press the ▼ and ▲ keys while in the channel screen.

Zones can be changed from the Zone menu, see section 4.3.1

5.1.7 Received Individual Calls

Unanswered received individual calls addressed to the radio are stored in radio memory.

The caller unit ID may be viewed, answered and deleted by the user as desired.

A newly received individual call addressed to the radio sounds an alert tone periodically until

the user presses any key.

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If the caller unit ID of a newly received unanswered call is already in the Stored Calls list, the

old Stored Call record of that unit ID will be replaced by the new record and added to the top

of the list.

To view/answer/delete received call records, the Stored Calls screen is selected.

5.1.8 Stored Calls Screen

This screen displays the received individual call records one by one, starting with the most

recently received call record.

On the first line under the menu label, either the name of the caller from the phone book or

the unit ID is shown. The user ID is displayed if the ID is not known to the phone book. The

next line has the zone that call was received on and the line below shows the channel.

If stored calls are empty, NO RECORD is displayed.

The ▼ and ▲ keys can be used to step through the stored calls. An error beep will sound if

there are no more call records.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

The “Menu” or “Back” key returns to Menu screen. When “OK” key is pressed, a pop up

menu is displayed so that the message can be deleted or party called back.

5.1.9 Received Call Pop-Up Menu

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The selections are:

• CALL: calls back the caller (set individual call to the caller).

• DELETE: deletes the call record.

• CANCEL: cancels the action selection.

The selection is made with the▼ and ▲ keys.

The “Menu” or “Back” key returns to Stored Calls screen.

A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen

display.

If “DELETE” is selected, pressing “OK” removes the selected call record (being viewed) from

the list. The radio returns to the Stored Calls Screen with the next record being displayed.

If “CANCEL” is selected, the Stored Calls screen is displayed.

If “CALL” is selected, pressing “OK” sets the radio to individual calling mode with the ID of

the stored call. A subsequent PTT within the configured time interval will send an individual

call to the ID of the stored call.

5.1.10 Transmitting

To avoid interfering with other users of the channel, listen first, or check that the speaker icon

is not present, to ensure no transmissions are occurring.

If the speaker icon is shown, there are transmissions present on the channel and the user

should not transmit. The radio may be programmed to prevent transmission on a busy

channel if required.

Hold the portable approximately10 centimetres from the mouth, press the PTT and note that

the TX-LED is RED. Wait for the grant tone, and then speak clearly across the face of the

microphone in a normal conversational manner.

In most systems it is important to wait a short time between pressing PTT and commencing

to speak. This ensures that the path is properly established and avoids lost or distorted

speech.

Use the correct operating procedure and keep transmissions short.

Release the PTT as soon as the message is finished.

The talk group for a transmission is usually associated with a channel selection. A talk group

will address all others that have the same TGID selected.

While on a P25 channel, the transmission will be P25 digital. For an analogue channel, the

transmission will be analogue FM.

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Note: A Transmit Limit Timer may be setup that limits a continuous transmission on a

channel. The last 10 seconds before the timer expires may be accompanied by warning

beeps.

5.1.11 Scan/Vote Functions

The Scan/Vote Function allows the sequential searching of up to 16 channels if the selected

zone channel is programmed as a Scan channel, and 15 channels if the selected zone

channel is programmed as a Vote channel, for a valid signal (Carrier + CTCSS / DCS tone

for Analogue FM or Network Access Code for P25). When found, the radio will stop on that

channel until the signal disappears again.

To activate Scanning, select a channel that has been programmed as a Scan channel. Once

selected, the scanning will either start automatically, if programmed, or you will need to press

the programmed scan function key. (Field Programmer configurable).

If a selected zone channel is programmed as a Vote channel, the voting will start

automatically without any other user intervention.

While listening on the channel, the user is able to PTT on that channel. After the signal

disappears, the radio will remain listening on the channel for a short time (Field programmer

configurable, typically 3 seconds) before resuming scanning or voting.

If a Priority Channel is assigned to Scan mode, the radio will interleave a check of this

channel between each normal Scan channel.

5.1.11.1 Scan/Vote Screen

Scan can be started by:

(1) Pressing the function key that has been assigned the scan function

by the Field Programmer, or

(2) Selecting a zone channel that has been assigned to automatically

scan by the Field Programmer, or

(3) Under User Options menu, selecting the SCAN ON option.

Selecting a channel that is associated to a VOTING group, with Scan/Vote

enabled in the FPP starts the voting process.

The top line of the display still shows the name of the current selected channel. The second

line of the display shows the name of the current selected zone while scanning/voting.

The channel can be changed by using the ▼ and ▲ keys. Other channels may be either

Scan or Normal channels, depending on the radio’s configuration.

Scanning/Voting is indicated by a rotating arrow symbol.

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When stopped on a channel, the second line from the top shows the name of the channel

from the scan group that the radio stopped on. If stopped on a channel, that channel can be

“skipped” by pressing the skip programmed function key. Once a channel is “skipped” it will

not be scanned for the duration that Zone/Channel selection.

While stopped on a channel, the asterisk (*) icon will display.

When transmitting on a channel, the second line of display shows the name of the current

channel that the radio is transmitting on.

5.1.12 Keypad Lock

The Keypad Lock function prevents accidental key presses.

The keypad lock function is enabled by the Field Programmer during configuration. If this

function is activated, a key icon will be displayed in the bottom right-hand side of the display

when locked.

The PTT, Alarm Key (if assigned), Reset Key (if assigned) are not locked.

To unlock the keypad, it is necessary to press and hold down the “OK” key for 2 seconds.

After 2 seconds, the key icon will disappear and the keys will be enabled.

The keypad will automatically re-lock after a period of 10 seconds following no key activity.

5.1.13 Encryption

In P25 Digital mode, radio channels may be programmed for encryption.

The encryption state of the selected channel is determined by the radio configuration. An

encrypted channel will display the encryption icon.

A radio channel that has been programmed for encryption will receive either clear or

encrypted traffic. A transmission on this channel will be encrypted.

The encryption icon will not be shown if a received signal is not encrypted when on an

encrypted channel.

The current channel’s transmit encryption key can be temporarily changed from the Crypto

menu.

When in Analogue FM mode, there is a simple voice inversion scrambler for low security

applications.

A double beep will sound at the start of each PTT.

The scrambler function key is assigned using the Field Programmer.

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5.1.14 Emergency Alarm

5.1.14.1 Receiving Emergency Calls

When an emergency call is being received, a message will be displayed on the default

screen “RxEm” indicating the radio unit sending the emergency call.

5.1.14.2 Making an Emergency Call

When the emergency key is pressed and held for a time determined by the FPP, the radio

will change to emergency mode. Under emergency mode, the radio can operate in three

FPP configurable modes:

Normal: The radio will continue to respond to PTT, channel change etc. while displaying the

E icon.

Frozen: The default screen will freeze, with the E icon displayed indicating emergency

mode.

Blank: The screen will blank giving no indication to others that the radio is in emergency

mode.

When emergency mode is triggered, the radio can be configured by the FPP to transmit and

receive on a cyclic basis with FPP programmed time periods. The display will show “TX

Em”:Channel No.

During TX, the radio will generate an emergency broadcast call on either the currently

selected channel or an FPP nominated channel.

Others may listen to the automatic transmissions to hear conversations near the radio.

Turning the radio off and on will disable emergency mode.

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6 SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS

Several function keys are simply short cuts to a menu screen. Further information on the

operation of these function keys is contained in section 4.

6.1 A

LARM

This key is used to put the radio into Emergency Mode.

Alarm is supported in Digital mode only.

Pressing the Alarm key send causes the radio to set the Emergency flag in the transmit voice

messaging and depending on radio configuration, optionally enter Transmit/Receive cycle

mode. In cycle mode, the radio will transmit live microphone audio at high gain for the

nominated duration and return to receive mode for the nominated duration.

This cycle will repeat indefinitely or until the radio is turned off and on again.

6.2 A

NNOUNCE

To send an Announce call on the channel, press this function key and then use the PTT to

send the call. The next PTT after the Announce will call the default group.

6.3 C

HANNEL

P AND

OWN

The current selected zone’s channel is decremented whenever the key is pressed.

The channel up and down functions are normally assigned to the Up/Down function keys.

They can be assigned to other keys if required.

If the current channel is the first channel, then the decremented channel will wrap around to

the last channel in the current zone.

The new channel can be an analogue or digital channel.

If pressed and held, the function auto repeats and updates the display for every 5

channel.

If the Talkaround function is enabled and selected, then Talkaround will be cancelled when

the channel is changed.

6.4 C

RYPTO

The function provides a shortcut to the Encryption select menu for user selection of the

current encryption key.

6.5 DTMF S

END

1/2 (P25 A

NALOGUE

)

This function transmits a predefined DTMF sequence of up to 16 DTMF tones. There are

two DTMF send functions, DTMF1 and DTMF2.

Send DTMF is only supported in analogue mode and can be assigned to keys F1 to F6.

If an analogue channel is selected and transmit is allowed, then activating this function

transmits a predefined DTMF sequence (up to 16 tones).

6.6 K

OCK

The Keyboard Lock function is dedicated to the “OK” key. To use Key Lock, the function

has to be enabled in the FPP. To unlock the keys, the “OK” key must be held down for 2

seconds. The keys will then autolock again 10 seconds after no user activity.

Keys are locked in this mode with the exception of Emergency, PTT and any function key

that has been assigned Reset function.

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6.7 L

OWER

This function forces the radio to low power transmit operation. Pressing the function key

again puts the radio back to the power level defined for the current channel. The “forced low

power state” is not affected by channel/zone changes.

The RF power level is indicated by the letter L of H replacing the antenna icon when

transmitting. The bar graph above this icon shows 1 bar for low power and 6 bars for high

power.

6.8 M

ENU

Menu function key used for accessing the menu system. This is normally assigned to the

“M” key (F1).

6.9 M

ODE

This function is a short cut to the Mode menu. The Mode menu is used to change radio

modes, such as P25 conventional to MPT1327 Trunked.

Selections: Network 1-5. These networks may be PMR, MPT1327 Trunked, P25

Conventional or P25 Trunked.

Mode is supported in analogue and digital modes.

Once pressed, the radio screen will display the Network menu. The user can then use the

▼ / ▲ keys to select the network and then press “OK”. The screen will then return to the

channel screen of the new mode.

6.10 M

UTE

This function allows the radio Carrier-Mute level to be adjusted.

Supported in analogue mode only.

This function is a shortcut to Mute Adjust menu.

On an analogue Channel, the mute level can be adjusted between the FPP Minimum Mute

and maximum mute limits.

6.11 R

ESET

The reset function performs several tasks.

In order of priority, it:

• Stops Alerts (if any Alerts are sounding).

• Performs a Backspace (if there is a User entry pending).

• Switches back to the Main Menu (if in a lower menu) .

It is used during text entry modes such as Phonebook Edit and Text Messaging for

backspacing.

6.12 S

CAN

The Scan key starts and stops the Scan mode on a channel that has been associated with a

scan list and enabled for scanning. Scanning will be indicated to the user with a rotating

arrow icon.

Scan is supported in both analogue and digital mode.

If scan is enabled for the current channel in the current zone and auto scan is not enabled,

then start scanning the channels defined in the current channel’s scan group.

The 2

press of the scan key will turn scanning off.

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Note that if Autoscan is programmed for that channel, the Scan key will not function.

6.13 S

CAN

DIT

This key is used to enter the Scan Edit menu, where the members of a scan group can be

added or deleted.

6.14 S

CRAMBLER

(P25 A

NALOGUE

)

This function enables transmitted voice to be scrambled, to prevent radios without a

scrambler from listening in on the conversation.

This low security form of encryption is sufficient to make speech unintelligible to other casual

listeners, however it does not offer high level security as other radios programmed with a

scrambler function will be able to unscramble it.

Supported in analogue mode only.

The speaker sounds a ‘bip-bip’ tone when PTT is pressed to indicate that scrambler is active.

Scrambler On/Off state is reset to Off at power-up and channel change.

First press of the function key enables scrambler mode.

The 2

press restores channel to normal (clear) mode.

6.15 S

KIP

The Skip function key is used to temporarily remove members from a scan channel. The

removal is temporary only until the channel is changed.

6.16 S

QUELCH

The squelch mode is used to selectively receive P25 signals. It has three modes, Monitor,

Normal and Selective. When set to Monitor, all P25 traffic on that channel will be heard,

subject to presence of encryption. Normal mode will hear all P25 traffic with the correct NAC

code. Selective mode will only receive calls to the channel default talkgroup and individual

calls.

6.17 T

ALKAROUND

On a repeater channel only, this function key allows the radio to transmit on the base

station’s output channel, so the user can talk directly to other mobiles on the channel, while

the repeater is out of service or out of range.

When the key is pressed again (or the Channel is changed) the mobile’s transmitter channel

reverts to its normal setting.

Talkaround mode is indicating to the user by a double beep at the start of each PTT.

6.18 Z

ONE

This function provides a shortcut to the detailed zone menu.

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7 ACCESSORIES

The following accessories are available for the SRP9180 portable radio. Contact your TMC

Radio Dealer for further information.

7.1 L

ITHIUM

ATTERY

(PAR-9180BATL2

)

Capacity of 2200 mAh, non Intrinsically safe battery.

7.2 L

ITHIUM

ATTERY

(PAR-9180BATL2)

Capacity of 2200 mAh. Intrinsically Safe – must be used with Intrinsically Safe version of

radio for radio to be Intrinsically Safe.

7.3 L

ITHIUM

ATTERY

(PAR-9180BATL3

)

Capacity of 3000 mAh, non Intrinsically safe battery.

7.4 L

ITHIUM

ATTERY

(PAR-9180BATL3)

Capacity of 3000 mAh. Intrinsically Safe – must be used with Intrinsically Safe version of

radio for radio to be Intrinsically Safe.

7.5 S

INGLE

OCKET

HARGER

(PAR-9180CRG1)

Charger capable of charging one portable radio at a time.

7.6 T

OCKET

HARGER

(PAR-9180CRG2)

Charger for two portable radios.

7.7 S

OCKET

HARGER

(PAR-9180CRG6)

Charger for up to six portable radios.

7.8 V

EHICLE

OUNTED

HARGER

(PAR-9180CRGV)

Charger for in vehicle charging of the portable.

7.9 L

IGHTWEIGHT

ARRY

ASE

(PAR-9180CLBC2)

Carry case for light duty use with PAR-9180BATL2/i. This carry case MUST be used with

Intrinsically Safe radios.

7.10 L

IGHTWEIGHT

ARRY

ASE

(PAR-9180CLBC3)

Carry case for light duty use with PAR-9180BATL3/i. This carry case MUST be used with

Intrinsically Safe radios.

7.11 H

EAVY

UTY

ARRY

ASE

(PAR-9180CHSM)

Carry case for heavy-duty use with belt loop attachment.

7.12 L

IGHTWEIGHT

APEL

UNCTION

PEAKER

ICROPHONE

(PAR-9180LMS2)

Combined small speaker and microphone for light duty use incorporating two programmable

function keys.

7.13 F

OUR

UNCTION

PEAKER

ICROPHONE

(PAR-9180LMS4)

Combined medium duty speaker and microphone incorporating four programmable function

keys.

7.14 F

OUR

UNCTION

NTENNA

PEAKER

ICROPHONE

(PAR-9180LMR4)

Combined medium duty speaker and microphone incorporating four programmable function

keys and radio antenna.

7.15 GPS M

ICROPHONE

(PAR-9180LMGM)

Speaker Microphone incorporating GPS receiver for tracking applications and four

programmable function keys.

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7.16 E

ARPIECE

(PA-LMEP8)

Earpiece for portable radio.

7.17 P

ROGRAMMING

EAD

(MAR-9180PRLDU

USB programming lead for configuring radio personality using Field Personality Programmer.

7.18 B

ELT

LIP

(PAR-9180CLIP)

Belt Clip for belt widths of up to 50mm. The clip screws onto the rear of the battery.

7.19 S

TUD

OUNT

(PAR-9180STUD)

Klickfast Stud for the Klickfast range of quick docking portable radio attachment options.

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8 ALERT TONES AND MESSAGES

Tone Type: Tone: Meaning:

Grant 0.03s, (1000Hz) Grant Tone

Denied 0.4s, (440Hz) Denied Tone

Ring 8 short beeps 5s(silence) repeat After receiving individual

call

Missed Call 2 short beeps 10s (silence)

repeat

Missed individual call

Page 3 short high tones Received Page

Missed Page 2 short beeps 10s(silence) repeat A page was sent.

Figure 3 – Alert Tones

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9 GLOSSARY

A summary of common radio terms and some other terms used in this document, and their

meanings, are given below.

Term Description

Bank See Zone

Channel A logical combination of

Network Access Code (NAC)

RF Frequency

Default TalkGroup Identity (TGID)

Encryption Key Index (KID)

Other channel associated parameters (CTCSS, scan etc)

DTMF Dual Tone Multi Frequency

FPP Field Personality Programmer or Field Programmer - Used for configuring the

radio options and parameters

FM Frequency Modulation

LED Light Emitting Diode

Monitor Mode of Radio Receive - Any P25 signal regardless of NAC or TGID will be

heard

MPT Trunked MPT1327 Trunked Mode

NAC Network Access Code - Used as a filter where multiple networks may share a

common RF frequency

Normal Mute Mode of Radio Receive - Only signals with matching NAC will be heard.

P25 Channel Definition consisting of TX and RX RF frequencies, NAC and TGID

P25 Conventional Non-trunked digital, like digital PMR

PMR Private Mobile Radio

PTT Push To Talk

Radio Unit ID Unique identifier allocated to each radio (0-16,000,000)

RF Radio Frequency

RSSI Received Signal Strength Indication

RX Receive

Selective Mode of radio receive - Only signals with matching NAC and TGID or Unit ID

will be heard

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will be heard

TX Transmit

WACN Wide Area Coverage Network

Zone A collection of channels (usually organised by functional group of users)

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10 COMPLIANCE WITH RF ENERGY EXPOSURE GUIDELINES

(UNITED STATES AND CANADA)

RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION AND OPERATIONAL

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE REQUIREMENTS.

Before using your TMC Radio portable two-way radio, read this important RF energy awareness and

control information and operational instructions to ensure compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure

guidelines.

NOTICE: This portable radio is intended for use in Occupational/ Controlled conditions in

applications where users have full knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over

their exposure to meet FCC limits. This radio device is NOT authorised for general population,

consumer, or any other use.

This portable two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide

communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses radio frequency (RF) energy or radio waves

to send and receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are not

limited to, electric power, sunlight and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these other forms

of electromagnetic energy, which when used improperly can cause biological damage. Very high levels of x-rays,

for example, can damage tissues and genetic material.

Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health and industry work with organizations to develop standards for

exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for both workers and the

general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins of protection. All two-way

radios marketed is North America are designed, manufactured and tested to ensure they meet government

established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also recommend specific operating instructions to

users of two-way radios. These instructions are important because they inform users about RF energy exposure

and provide simple procedures on how to control it. Please refer to the following websites for more information on

what RF energy exposure is and how to control your exposure to assure compliance with established RF

exposure limits.

http:l/www.fcc. gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-fags. htm 1

http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencvradiation/index.htmi

Federal Communications Commission Regulations:

The FCC rules require manufacturers to comply with the FCC RF energy exposure limits for portable

two-way radios before they can be marketed in the U.S. When two-way radios are used as a

consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of and able to control their

exposure to meet occupational requirements. An exposure awareness label is attached to the

equipment directing users to specific awareness information.

Compliance with RF Exposure Standards

Your TMC portable two-way radio is designed to comply with a number of national and international

standards and guidelines (listed below) regarding human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic

energy. This radio complies with the IEEE (FCC) and ICNIRP exposure limits for Occupational/

Controlled RF exposure environment at duty factors of up to 50% talk 50% listen and is authorised by

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the FCC for occupational use. In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with the FCC exposure

guidelines, your radio radiates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking), not

when it is receiving (listening) or in standby mode.

Your TMC Radio two-way radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and

guidelines:

• United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47CFR

part 2 sub-part J

• American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers

(IEEE) C95. 1-1992

• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 Edition

• Industry Canada RSS-102

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RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines and

Operating Instructions

To control exposure to yourself and others and ensure compliance with the Occupational/ Controlled

environment exposure limits always adhere to the following procedures.

Guidelines:

• User awareness instructions should accompany the device when transferred to other users.

• This radio meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the TMC Radio

accessories supplied or designated for the product. The designated TMC belt clip type is

PAR-9180CLIP and leather pouches for bodyworn use are TMC Radio types PAR-

9180CLBC2 and 3, and PAR-9180CHSM with extension speaker microphone type PAR-

LMS2. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure

guidelines and may violate FCC regulations.

• Do not use this device if the operational requirements described herein are not met.

Instructions:

• Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time. To transmit (talk), push the

Push-To-Talk button. To receive calls, release the PTT button. Transmitting 50% of the time,

or less, is important because this radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when

transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards compliance).

• Do not operate the radio without an approved antenna attached, as this may cause the FCC

RF exposure limits to be exceeded. With this product, use only an antenna supplied or

approved by TMC Radio.

• Always keep the radio at least 5 cm (2.0 inches) from the face when transmitting and at least

10 mm (0.4 inches) from the body. This radio has been tested for RF exposure compliance at

the distances listed in Table 1.

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Table 1: RF Exposure Compliance Distances

FREQUENCY Bodyworn Handheld in front of

face

136-174MHz 10mm (0.4 inches) 25mm (1.0 inches)

400-480MHz 10mm (0.4 inches) 25mm (1.0 inches)

440-512MHz 10mm (0.4 inches) 25mm (1.0 inches)

Approved Accessories

• To obtain a list of other TMC Radio approved accessories see contact details below or visit

the following website which lists approved accessories: http://www.tmcradio.com

Contact Information

For additional information, please contact

TMC Radio Pty. Ltd.

1270 Ferntree Gully Road

Scoresby

Victoria, 3179

Australia

Telephone +61 3 9730 3800

Facsimile +61 3 9730 3968

Email orderdesk@tmcradio.com

Website www.tmcradio.com

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