Tait TEL0053 Handheld Transceiver User Manual User guide

Tait Limited Handheld Transceiver User guide

User guide

123F1 F2 F31 2To makethe call,shortpress:To makethe call,shortpress:Tait OrcaTrunkedPortable RadioUser GuideCall Information(a) Return call(b) Read status / message(b) Delete call (automatic if return call)Select from list: who to call, status call, radio setting, radio mode.Select status from list of status labels:Select Site (control channel) from list:Handset mode: on/offTransmit at low power: on/offKeypad lock: on/off.Dual Tone Multifrequency (DTMF) mode: on/offSquelch: city/countryQueue incoming calls: on/off. Maximum 20 callsQuiet. Do not disturb: on/offDynamic power control: on/off (MPT1327)Tones. Beeps: on/offLevel. Beep volume: high/lowKeytone. Keypress beeps: on/offNight use mode: on/offAdjust contrast of displayResuming normal signal huntingSoftware DatabaseCalibrationHardwareLong press for Menu or exit Menu. When in Menu,short press to Select or to Toggle a function e.g. on / offMenu scroll keys: Forwards and BackwardsClear, Cancel or Back in Menu.PTTPress PTT to talk.Release PTT to listen.Function KeysUse a short press ora long press tooperate the functionkeys 1, 2, and 3.FunctionKey 1FunctionKey 2FunctionKey 3 orAction ListHandsetModeAction ListStatus LabelsRadio ConfigurationWrite your settingsMaking CallsPress PTTto talk.ReleasePTT tolisten.External FunctionKeys 1 and 2Emergency Call NumbersPTT Lock. PTT is locked.Presets display alphabetically16-way Selector100% Synthetic Paper:  Waterproof, Strong,Chemical Resistant, Recyclable.  Solvent based ink.Scroll in list:Selectversionfrom list:Inactivityseconds =Use a standard pencil or ballpoint pen. No solvent based pens. To erase pencil use a rubber eraser. To erase ballpoint pen, use a water moistened cloth.Lockon.Keylock is on.CL = CallSCL = StatusMCL = MessageSend a status label to a user or the despatcher (not a group)Status LabelBatteriesUse Tait Orca 5000 NiCd/NiMH batteries orTait Orca Elan/Excel/Eclipse NiCd/NiMHbatteries. For more information on batteries,refer to the Battery User Guide.IMPORTANTDo not put Tait Orca 5000 batteries intoolder battery chargers. Tait Orca 5000NiCd/NiMH batteries are ONLY for Tait Orcabattery chargers with software version2.07+.PhoneticAlphabetAlpha ABravo BCharlie CDelta DEcho EFoxtrot FGolf GHotel HIndia IJuliet JKilo KLima LMike MNovember NOscar OPapa PQuebec QRomeo RSierra STango TUniform UVictor VWhisky WX-ray XYankee YZulu Z Radio IdentificationRadio ConfigurationYour Tait Orca radio has been configuredfor your requirements by your authorisedTait Dealer or your company administrator.Therefore, some functions will vary inoperation or will not be available. Theconfiguration information can be writtenonto this User Guide. For more informationon trunking call functions, contact yourNetwork Operator.PartsIf any parts are damaged or missing, report thisto your authorised Tait dealer immediately.DisabledTones – Beep on / offDynamic Power Control on / offPreset Call #1Preset Call #2Select Site (control channel) – 5040 onlyClearDo Not Disturb (DND) on / offAdjust Contrast of DisplayBacklighting on / offNight Use Mode on / offHandset Mode on / offTransmit at Low Power on / offMonitor on / offKeypad Lock on / offDTMF mode on / off – 5040 radio onlyExternalNote: Function keys use a toggle action (A/B)Short press is less than 1 secondLong press is more than 1 secondVolumeF3Group Informationnetwork # group # radio #PresetsSelect Network from list:Menu5035Install theAntennaInstall theBatteryIMPORTANTLong conditionthe battery.Refer to theBattery ChargerUser Guide.Getting StartedHandset modeIllustration showsthe recommendedmethod for use in handsetmode. Use the lowermicrophone to speak.Normal modeIllustration shows therecommended methodfor use in normal mode.Use the uppermicrophone to speak.Preset call numbers with labelMenu scroll keys:Backwards    ForwardsAntennaFunctionKey 1Press toTalk (PTT)or Send(make call)Normal MicrophoneFunctionKey 2FunctionKey 3 or Action ListHandset MicrophoneAlphanumeric KeypadMenu, Select, Toggle (A/B) orSend (make call)16-way SelectorOn/Off and VolumeSpeakerClear, Cancel orBack in MenuLEDAccess to trunking networkBattery 100% chargedBattery 60% chargedBattery LowDTMF Mode onMonitor Mode onScrollHandsetMode onA call is in the QueueTransmit at normal powerTransmit at low powerNo access to trunkingnetwork, or unauthorised site,or out of signal range.Signal strength indicator.Also for contrast indication.Send (make call)Manual Dialling(20 maximum)CallTimerMax.1WPrinted in New ZealandFirst Use of RadioMakea callDynamic Power Control MPT1327Automatically reduces the transmitpower in high signal strength areas.BacklightingWhen you press a key, the backlightingis turned on. Turns off after 1 to 10seconds of no activity.Night Use modeIf on, the keypad backlighting is turnedon when there is activity on the channelor if a scan group is selected. Turns offafter 1 to 10 seconds of no activity.ModesRadio to radioConventional ModeGroup TypesuUser Selectable GroupuScan GroupuUser Selectable plus Scan GroupuPermanent GroupuDynamic GroupuManual Group SelectGroup CallsBroadcast Call – Group members can listenbut not respond.Conference Call – Group members canlisten and respond.A user can be assigned to some groups,all groups or no groups.Trunked – Permanent groups are set bythe trunking system. Persons are assignedwhen the radio is configured.Temporary GroupsA user can become a member of a grouptemporarily by selecting the group or whenthe despatcher assigns the user to a group.Group Call LimitationsSender has no indication of how manygroup members have received the call.No connection acknowledgment. Need therecipient to acknowledge by voice.Radios that are off, out of range, or engagedwill not receive.Group Numbering SchemeUser’s have an individual ID plusmembership in none, some or all of theGroup IDs.Groups5040Engaged. Recipient is busy.System is busy.Queued. Recipient has queued your call.Wait. System is busy but willconnect you as soon as possible.Recipient has turned radio offRecipient is in Quiet mode (do not disturb)Recipient is out of rangeUnavailable. Call is not permitted.Unobtainable. Number is not supported.Go. Call accepted. Press PTT to Talk.Release PTT to listen.Accepted. Call has been accepted.Quiet. Do not disturbCallback. Return call bypressing PTT or Menu.Call is from PABXPreset call number without label OR samefleet but not set as a preset call on your radioCall is from different fleetCall is from PSTNEnter SecurityPIN usingkeypad(personalidentificationnumber).Handset modeLED slowly flashes redand green. Handseticon is displayed.Monitor modeIn conventional mode,listen to all traffic andall groups on a channel.Manual Group SelectUsers can select the groups that they wantto be assigned to using the 16-way selector.Group SelectThe despatcher controls which groups theuser is assigned to. This feature can bedependent or independent of the positionof the 16-way selector, so that group controlfrom the despatcher can be ignored oraccepted.Use a standard pencil or ballpoint pen. No solvent based pens. To erase pencil use a rubber eraser. To erase ballpoint pen, use a water moistened cloth.Radio ConfigurationWrite your settingsThe selectoruses thepresetsnumbered1 to 16.Short Press Long PressM50TK-000-00-050 M50TK-000-00-050Queue:Call # of #ConventionalModeControl orTraffic ChannelCaller IDDisplayto unlockMenuUse the Menuto make a callKeypadDial the numberorSelect theDestination(5040 radios only)Cancel =16-waySelectorThe selector usesthe presetsnumbered 1 to 16Example:Turnon radio thenadjust speakervolume.Example:To makethe call,shortpress:To makethe call,shortpress:Shortpress Longpress ShortpressorCancel =ShortpressLong pressShort pressExample:To makethe call,shortpress:Delete queued calls.Shortpress LongpressShortpressLongpressLongpressLong pressto unlockLong press to unlockShortpressExample:Select theStatus Labelto immediately send to despatcherEnter radionumber e.g. 211Select theDestinationExample:ShortpressShortpressShort pressShortPress LongPress
00 03 3583399 #20 to 89 23 #200 to 899 234 #2001 to 6050 3078 23 # or 3078 234 #200 to 327 300 3078 23 #90 to 99 92 #900 to 999 923 #0 # #0 #0 NNN ##0 NNN #0SS NN #0PP NNN #1 NN #11 NN #31 NN #41 NN ##41#41 0NN... ##41#44 NN MM ##44 NN #48 ##48 #49 ##49 #700 #701 # 8 NN #8 1 9NN #9 NN #9 1 9N #NN ##45 #TipDial your own numberfor a testMPT1343  Common Call SetupDialling String Call To ExamplePSTN numberRadio in same fleet as youRadio in same fleet as youRadio in another fleet with same prefix as youRadio in another fleet with different prefix to youGroup in same fleet as youGroup in same fleet as youIt is important for your safety and the safety of others to complywith the following safety precautions:uWhen transmitting, hold the radio microphone 25–50mm (1–2 inches) from your mouth.uWhen transmitting, keep the antenna at least 25mm (1 inch) from any part of yourbody, especially your face and eyes.uTurn off the radio where radio waves could interfere with electronic devices.uTurn off the radio at fuel/gas stations.uTurn off the radio in an area where detonators/explosives are being used.uTurn off the radio before boarding/leaving an aircraft and whilst on board an aircraft.uDo not use the radio whilst driving vehicles or operating machinery.uDo not use earphones or headsets at high volume levels.uDo not transmit in frequency band 406 to 406.1 MHz. This band is reserved for use bydistress beacons.uDo not put the radio, battery or accessories in liquids as they will be damaged.uDo not allow children to play with the radio; it is not a toy.Hazardous AtmospheresuA hazardous atmosphere has the potential for fire or explosion from dusts, gases, liquidsand solids.uTurn off the radio in hazardous atmospheres as an explosion or fire could occur, unlessthe radio is qualified for use in such environments.uDo not replace batteries in hazardous atmospheres as an explosion or fire could occur,even if the radio is qualified for use in such environments.uDo not use damaged radios in hazardous atmospheres as an explosion or fire couldoccur. If the radio was originally qualified for use in such environments, the radio is notqualified if it has a cracked casing.uDo not modify the configuration of a radio that is qualified as intrinsically safe for usein hazardous atmospheres. If you do, it will not be qualified.Exposure to Radio Frequency EnergyThe Tait Orca 5000 series radio generates and radiates radio frequency (RF) electro-magneticenergy (EME). The Tait Orca 5000 series radio and accessories have been designed tocomply with international standards and guidelines.Electromagnetic InterferenceTurn off your radio where radio waves could interfere with electronic devices. Some facilitiesuse equipment that is sensitive to Electromagnetic Interference such as: hospitals, medicalcentres, aircraft and some industrial facilities. Do not use your radio in these areas unlessthe radio is qualified for use in such areas.Safety PrecautionsN = NumberTrunking Call FunctionsRequest base despatcher to call you backCancelRequest another despatcher to call you backCancelStatus call. SS = status 01 to 30Status label to despatcher. PP = preset 00–99Conference call to group NNBroadcast call to group NNNon-prescribed data callsDivert own calls to radio NNCancelDivert own calls to PSTN NNCancelDivert third party calls from NN to MMCancelQueue incoming callsCancelQuiet. Do not disturbCancelDisplay the name of the current networkChange to network 1 to 4 (701 702 703 704)Priority call to radio NNPriority conference call to group NNEmergency call to radio NNEmergency conference call to group NNAbbreviated dialling codes 1–49Cancel call divert from other userANN Fleet CallsFleet Size Call To ExampleLarge Radio 234 in Fleet 1 with same prefix as you 7 1 234 #Radio 235 in Fleet 2 with different prefix i.e. 32 7 32 2 235 #Medium Radio 23 in Fleet 51 with same prefix as you 7 51 23 #Radio 23 in Fleet 52 with different prefix i.e. 126 7 126 52 23 #Small Radio 23 in Fleet 80 with same prefix as you 7 (8or9) 80 23 #Radio 23 in Fleet 81 with different prefix to you i.e. 3 9 3 81 23 #LMS DiallingCall Type Call To ExampleOwn fleet Radio 213 in Fleet 34 in same fleet as you 213 #Interfleet Radio 215 in Fleet 36 (another fleet) 36 215 #Interprefix Radio 217 in Fleet 38 (another fleet) of Prefix 202 202 38 217 #Preset NumbersDialling String To Example0 then 0 to 99 #  Preset strings (leading zero) 069 #Conventional ChannelsDialling String To Example101 to 110 # Conventional channels 106 #Accessory Use5040radio onlyEarphones,Palmand LapelMicrophonesBatteryCharger6-WayMulti-ChargerBatteryAntennasAccessoryConnector KitsD-ClipLeather Carry CasesBelt LoopCar KitAccessoryAdaptorsHeadphonesServicing and Programming KitsSpeakerMicrophonesAccessoriesContact your authorised Tait DealerCarry CaseBelt LoopInstallingthe D-clipNote for AccessoriesTo use the belt loop,the accessory needsthe D-clip fitting.For example: a lapelmicrophone.Using theradio, lapelmicrophoneand carrycasePABX extensionor PSTN numberCalls can be sent orreceived from PrivateAutomatic BranchExchanges (PABX) andPublic SwitchedTelephone Networks(PSTN). Dial the codeand number then # orMenu. See your fleetmanager for the code.You don’t need to dialthe area code if in thesame area code region.DTMFDial Tone Multi-Frequency. Internationalstandard. Uses tones todial direct to a landline,such as for commun-icating with telebankingsystems. Turn on DTMFin the menu then makethe call. To send A, B, Cor D commands, pressthe PTT key whilstpressing 2, 5, 8 or 0.Remove bypeelingapartInstall theBelt LoopInstalling theRadio andCarry CaseRemoving the Radioand Carry CaseRotatethe CarryCase by180degreesSlide the CarryCase upwardsUnfastenthe Clip andremove theRadioInstallthe clipInstalltheRadioInstalltheCarryCaseuYour radio does not require routine maintenance. However, it is asophisticated electronic device and should be treated with care.u Clean the radio, accessories and charger weekly using a clean dry lint-freecloth. When cleaning, do not use solvents, detergents, alcohol, aerosol spraysor petroleum-based products.uClean the electrical contacts on the battery and charger weekly, using a cleandry Q-tipTM/cotton bud.uDo not put the radio and accessories in fluids.uDo not drop the radio onto hard surfaces, place it down carefully.uDo not use if the radio, antenna or accessories are damaged.uRepairs and modifications must only be carried out by a Tait approved dealer.Looking after your RadioTroubleshootinguIs the radio turned on?uIs the correct channel selected?uIs the battery installed in the radio?uIs the battery charged?uIs the antenna damaged?uIs the battery charger working properly?If the display is blank afterturning on the radio and theradio turns itself offautomatically after a fewminutes, it is likely there is nopower.Radio is incorrectly configured.Contact your authorised Taitdealer or your companyadministrator.Contact your authorised Taitdealer or your companyadministrator.ChecklistTrunking ModeTrunking System ControllerMakinga Call Receivinga Callfree Traffic Channel is selectedJohnSamPress PTT to acceptcall if FOACSU.SamTraffic Channel is allocatedJohnControlChannelPress PTT to talk. Release PTT to listen.Dial or select numberPress PTT or # to make callPABX PSTNTrunking Site BTelephone LandlineOACSU – on air-call setupFOACSU – full off air-call setupCall isrepeated bytransmitter orlandlineGroup callRadio toradioRadio toor fromPABX/PSTNTrunking Site ARemovingthe D-clipBattery is low. Charge the battery.Battery is too low to operate the radio.Turn off the radio. Charge the battery.PerformanceTo maintain the optimum performance of the radio:uUse only the supplied antenna.uUse only the radio and accessories for their design purpose.uUse only accessories that are approved by Tait Electronics Ltd.uAvoid high temperatures. If the temperature exceeds 80ºC (176ºF) the radio will maketwo short high-pitched beeps and will not work. Temperatures above 90ºC (194ºF) causepermanent damage to the radio.To maintain the optimum performance of the battery:uShort condition the battery weekly.uLong condition the battery only for the following conditions: on first use, if performanceis poor, and after more than two weeks of storage.uTurn the radio off when it is unattended for long periods.uAvoid extreme temperatures as they damage the cell chemicals. The ideal temperaturerange is 15º to 25ºC (59º to 77ºF).uClean electrical contacts of the battery and charger weekly, using a clean dry Q-tipTM /cotton bud.uUse only Tait Orca 5000 series battery chargers with software version 2.07+.RecycleRecycle batteries that are of no use.Contact your authorised Tait dealer for advice.Trunking SystemInstallingthe BatteryRemovingthe BatteryCommon Trunking FunctionsDialling String Function

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