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MMA-00006-02 Issue 2© Tait Electronics Limited March 2008. All rights reserved. 3Directive 1999/5/EC Declaration of Conformityda DanskUndertegnede Tait Electronics Limited erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr TMAB1A & TMAH5A overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.Se endvidere: http://eudocs.taitworld.com/de DeutschHiermit erklärt Tait Electronics Limited die Übereinstimmung der Geräte TMAB1A & TMAH5A mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen rele-vanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG.Siehe auch: http://eudocs.taitworld.com/el ΕλληνικόςΜε την παρουσα Tait Electronics Limited δηλωνει οτι TMAB1A & TMAH5A συμμορφωνεται προσ τισ ουσιωδεισ απαιτησεισ και τισ λοιπεσ σχετικεσ διαταξεισ τησ οδηγιασ1999/5/ΕΚ.βλέπε και: http://eudocs.taitworld.com/en EnglishTait Electronics Limited declares that this TMAB1A & TMAH5A complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.See also: http://eudocs.taitworld.com/es EspañolPor medio de la presente Tait Electron-ics Limited declara que el TMAB1A & TMAH5A cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposi-ciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. Vease también: http://eudocs.taitworld.com/fi SuomiTait Electronics Limited vakuuttaa täten että TMAB1A & TMAH5A tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.Katso: http://eudocs.taitworld.com/fr FrançaisPar la présente, Tait Electronics Limited déclare que les appareils TMAB1A & TMAH5A sont conformes aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.Voir aussi: http://eudocs.taitworld.com/it ItalianoCon la presente Tait Electronics Limited dichiara che questo TMAB1A & TMAH5A è conforme ai requisiti essen-ziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.Vedi anche: http://eudocs.taitworld.com/nl NederlandsHierbij verklaart Tait Electronics Limited dat het toestel TMAB1A & TMAH5A in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/ EG.Zie ook: http://eudocs.taitworld.com/pt PortuguêsTait Electronics Limited declara que este TMAB1A & TMAH5A está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras provisões da Directiva 1999/5/CE.Veja também:http://eudocs.taitworld.com/sv SvenskHärmed intygar Tait Electronics Limited att denna TMAB1A & TMAH5A står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.Se även: http://eudocs.taitworld.com/

5AU2005267972, CA2554213, CA2574670, EU1,532,866, EU1,599,792, EU05704655.9, GB23865476, GB2386010, GB2413249, GB2413445, US11/232716, US10/597339, US10/520827, US5,745,840, US10/547653, US10/546696, US10/546,697, US10/520827, US10/547964, US10/523952, US11/572700.Environmental responsibilitiesTait Electronics Limited is an environmentally responsible company which supports waste minimization, material recovery and restrictions in the use of hazardous materials. The European Union’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive requires that this product be disposed of separately from the general waste stream when its service life is over. For more information about how to dispose of your unwanted Tait product, visit the Tait Electronics WEEE website at www.taitworld.com/weee. Please be environmentally responsible and dispose through the original supplier, or contact Tait Electronics Limited.Tait Electronics Limited also complies with the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) Directive in both the European Union and China.In China, we comply with the Measures for Administration of the Pollution Control of Electronic Information Products. We will comply with environmental requirements in other markets as they are introduced.About this guideThis operator’s manual provides information about the TM8110 and TM8115 mobile radios. If you need further assistance or your radio does not operate as you expect, contact your radio provider.Website: For information about how to install your TM8100 radio, go to www.taitworld.com/technical.

6 For your safetyFor your safetyBefore using your radio, please read the following important safety and compliance information.Safety warnings used in this guideWithin this guide, the following conventions are used to alert you to important safety information:Warning: There is a potential risk of death or serious injury.Caution: There is the risk of minor or moderate injury to people.Caution: “Caution” is used without the safety alert symbol when there is a risk of equipment damage or malfunction.Radio frequency exposure informationFor your own safety and to ensure you comply with the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) radio frequency (RF) exposure guidelines, please read the following information before using this radio.Using this radioYou should use this radio only for work-related purposes (it is not authorized for any other use) and if you are fully aware of, and can exercise control over, your exposure to RF energy. To prevent exceeding FCC RF exposure limits, you must control the amount and duration of RF that you and other people are exposed to.It is also important that you:Note: Do not remove the RF exposure label from the radio.■Ensure this RF exposure information accompanies the radio when it is transferred to other users.■Do not use the radio if you do not adhere to the guidelines on controlling your exposure to RF.

For your safety 7Controlling your exposure to RF energyThis radio emits RF energy or radio waves primarily when calls are made. RF is a form of electromagnetic energy (as is sunlight), and there are recommended levels of maximum RF exposure. To control your exposure to RF and comply with the maximum exposure limits for occupational/controlled environments, follow these guidelines:■Do not talk (transmit) on the radio more than the rated transmit duty cycle. This is important because the radio radiates more energy when it is transmitting than when it is receiving.■While you are transmitting (talking or sending data) on the radio, you must ensure that there is always a distance of 0.9m (35 inches) between people and the antenna. This is the minimum safe distance.■Use the radio only with Tait-approved antennas and attachments, and make only authorized modifications to the antenna otherwise you could damage the radio and violate FCC regulations.Website: For more information on what RF energy is and how to control your exposure to it, go to www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html.

8 For your safetyCompliance with RF energy exposure standardsThis two-way radio complies with these RF energy exposure standards and guidelines:■United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR 1.1307, 1.1310 and 2.1091■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.This radio complies with the IEEE (FCC) and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environments at operating duty factors of up to 50% talk to 50% listen.Radio frequency emissions limits in the USAPart 15 of the FCC Rules imposes RF emission limits on electronic equipment to prevent interference to reception of broadcast services.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.Note: Changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Tait Electronics Limited may make its use illegal.Unapproved modifications or changes to radioThe radio is designed to satisfy the applicable compliance regulations. Do not make modifications or changes to the radio that are not expressly approved by Tait Electronics Limited. Failure to do so could invalidate compliance requirements and void the user’s authority to operate the radio.

For your safety 9Health, safety and electromagnetic compatibility in EuropeIn the European Union, radio and telecommunications equipment is regulated by Directive 1999/5/EC, also known as the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) directive. The requirements of this directive include protection of health and safety of users, as well as electromagnetic compatibility.Intended useThis product is an FM radio transceiver. It is intended for radiocommunication in the Private Mobile Radio (PMR) or Public Access Mobile Radio (PAMR) services, to be used in all member states of the European Union (EU) and states within the European Economic Area (EEA).RestrictionsThis product can be programmed to transmit on frequencies that are not harmonised throughout the EU/EEA, and will require a licence to operate in each member state.This product can be programmed for frequencies or emissions that may make its use illegal. Where applicable, a license must be obtained before this product is used. All license requirements must be observed. Limitations may apply to transmitter power, operating frequency, channel spacing, and emission.Declaration of conformityBrief Declarations of Conformity appear on page 3. Website: To download the formal declaration of conformity, go to http://eudocs.taitworld.com.A signed and dated paper copy of the declaration of conformity can be obtained from Tait Europe Limited.

10 For your safetyElectromagnetic compatibility in European vehiclesIn the European Community, radio equipment fitted to automotive vehicles is regulated by Directive 72/245/EEC, as amended by 95/54/EC. The requirements of this directive cover the electromagnetic compatibility of electrical or electronic equipment fitted to automotive vehicles.Note: To meet the requirements of Directive 72/245/EEC (as amended by 95/54/EC) installation of this product in a vehicle must be performed according to the instructions provided, and any guidelines of the vehicle manufacturer.EN 60950 requirements (25 watt radios)This radio complies with the European Union standard EN 60950 when operated up to the rated 33% duty cycle of two minutes transmit and four minutes receive, and with ambient temperatures of 30°C or lower.Caution: Operation outside these limits may cause the external temperature of the radio to rise higher than this standard permits.

For your safety 11Interference with electronic devicesSome electronic devices may be prone to malfunction due to the lack of protection from RF energy that is present when your radio is transmitting.■Examples of electronic devices that may be affected by RF energy are:■vehicular electronic systems such as fuel injection, anti-skid brakes, and cruise control■medical devices such as hearing aids and pacemakers■medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities.Consult the manufacturer (or its representative) of the equipment to determine whether these electronic circuits will perform normally when the radio is transmitting.Frequency band reserved for distress beaconsFrequency band 406 to 406.1 MHz is reserved for use by distress beacons. Transmissions should not be made within this frequency band.Safe radio operationWarning: Observe the following safe operating practices:■Switch the radio off at petrol filling stations or near flammable liquids or gases.■Switch the radio off in the vicinity of explosive devices and blasting zones.■Using a handheld microphone or a radio while driving a vehicle may violate the laws and legislation that apply in your country or state. Please check the regulations in your area.

12 For your safetyHigh radio surface temperaturesThe bottom surface of the radio and the heatsink fins can become hot during prolonged operation. Do not touch these parts of the radio.Radio protection when charging the vehicle batteryAlways remove the fuses from the radio power cable before charging the vehicle battery, connecting a second battery or using power from another vehicle (e.g. when jump-starting the vehicle).GPS operationTait Electronics Limited is not responsible for the operation or failure of operation of GPS satellites or the availability of GPS satellite signals.Acknowledgement:The radio uses an implementation of UTM conversion sourced (with permission) from Geoscience Australia (GA).

Your radio’s settingsUse the following table to list your radio’s programmed settings.Frequently used channels and groupsFunction key settingsID/Number Description ID/Number Description

Radio controlschannel selection keyson/off keyvolumecontrolmicrophonesocketpress-to-talk(PTT) keyred display speakergreenambermicrophone radio status LEDsfunction keys 1 & 2 function keys 3 & 4

Contents 15ContentsDirective 1999/5/EC Declaration of Conformity ................3Updates of manual and equipment .......................................... 4About this guide ...................................................................... 5For your safety ....................................................................6Safety warnings used in this guide ...........................................6Radio frequency exposure information ..................................... 6Controlling your exposure to RF energy ...................................7Compliance with RF energy exposure standards ....................... 8Radio frequency emissions limits in the USA ............................. 8Unapproved modifications or changes to radio ........................8Health, safety and electromagnetic compatibility in Europe ...... 9Electromagnetic compatibility in European vehicles ................ 10EN 60950 requirements (25 watt radios) ................................ 10Interference with electronic devices .......................................11Frequency band reserved for distress beacons ........................ 11Safe radio operation ..............................................................11High radio surface temperatures ............................................12Radio protection when charging the vehicle battery ...............12GPS operation ....................................................................... 12Your radio’s settings .........................................................13Getting started ..................................................................17About the radio controls ........................................................ 17Understanding the radio indicators ........................................19Basic operation ..................................................................21Turning the radio on and off .................................................. 22Unlocking your radio ............................................................. 22Adjusting the speaker volume ................................................ 22Selecting a channel or group ................................................. 22Checking that a channel is clear .............................................23

16 ContentsActivating the repeater before a call ...................................... 24Making a call ......................................................................... 25Making a preset call .............................................................. 26Transmitting at low power ..................................................... 26Making an emergency call ..................................................... 27Ending all active calls ............................................................. 28Communicating directly with other radios ............................. 29Hearing faint and noisy signals .............................................. 30Using the radio in different repeater areas ............................. 31Scanning a group of channels ................................................ 32Receiving a call ...................................................................... 34Customizing radio settings ...............................................35Changing the external alert option ........................................ 35Changing the volume of all audible tones .............................. 35Changing the volume of keypress tones ................................ 35Changing to quiet operation ................................................. 36Changing to silent operation ................................................. 36Changing backlighting settings .............................................. 36Troubleshooting ................................................................37When your radio won’t turn on ............................................. 37Removing the microphone ..................................................... 37Reinstalling the microphone .................................................. 38Removing the radio from the vehicle ..................................... 38Describing the radio’s audible tones ...................................... 39Licence agreement ............................................................41

Getting started 17Getting startedThis section provides a brief description of your radio’s controls and indicators.The following topics are covered in this section:■about the radio controls■understanding the radio indicators■status LED indicators■audible tonesAbout the radio controlsThe radio controls are the PTT key, volume control, on/off key, scroll keys, channel selection keys and function keys. Some keys may have functions assigned to both short and long key presses: ■a short key press is less than one second, and ■a long key press is more than one second.The radio controls and their functions are summarized in the following diagram and table.

18 Getting startedSymbolName FunctionPTT key Press and hold to transmit and release to listenVolume control Rotate to change the speaker volumeOn/off key Turn the radio on or off with a long pressChannel Selection keysMove up and down through a list of channels and groupsFunction keys Function keys with programmed optionschannel selection keyson/off keyvolumecontrolmicrophonesocketpress-to-talk(PTT) keyred display speakergreenambermicrophone radio status LEDsfunction keys 1 & 2 function keys 3 & 4

Getting started 19Understanding the radio indicatorsThe status LED indicators and the radio’s audible tones all combine to give you information about the state of your radio.The most common way the indicators work is described in the following sections.Note: The way these indicators behave may be affected by the way your radio is programmed.Status LED indicatorsLED Meaningred(transmit)Glowing: your radio is transmittingFlashing: your transmit timer is about to expire, oryour radio is stunnedgreen(receive)Glowing: there is activity on the current channel, even though you may not be able to hear itFlashing: you have received a call with valid special signalling, or you have activated monitor or squelch overrideamber(scanning or network)Glowing: your radio is scanning a group of channels for activity or greatest signal strengthFlashing: your radio has detected activity on a channel, and has halted on this channel

20 Getting startedAudible tonesNote: If quiet or silent mode has been turned on, you will not hear any audible tones.For a description of other tones you may hear, see “Describing the radio’s audible tones” on page 39.Tone type Meaningone short beep after the power-up beepsRadio locked: you need to enter a personal identification number (PIN) before you can use your radiotwo short beepsRadio turned on: the radio is powered on and ready to useone short beepRadio turned off: the radio is being powered off, orValid key press: the action you have attempted is permitted, orFunction activated: a function key has been pressed and that function has been activatedone long, low-pitchedbeepInvalid key press: the action you have attempted is not permitted, orTransmission inhibited: you have attempted to transmit but for some reason transmission is not permitted at this timeone short, low-pitchedbeepFunction deactivated: a function key has been pressed and the corresponding function has been turned offthree short beepsChannel now free: you were prevented from transmitting on a busy channel and that channel is now freethree beeps Transmit timeout imminent: in 10 seconds your transmit timer will expire and your current transmission will be terminated

Basic operation 21Basic operationThis section describes the basic operation of your radio. The following topics are covered in this section:■turning the radio on and off■unlocking your radio■adjusting the speaker volume■selecting a channel or group■checking that a channel is clear■activating the repeater before a call■making a call■making a preset call■transmitting at low power■making an emergency call■ending all active calls■communicating directly with other radios■hearing faint and noisy signals■using the radio in different repeater areas■scanning a group of channels■receiving a call

22 Basic operationTurning the radio on and offGive a long press of the on/off key to turn the radio either on or off.When the radio is first turned on, the red, green and amber LEDs flash briefly and the radio gives two short beeps.Unlocking your radioYou may need to enter a personal identification number (PIN) before you can use your radio. If the display shows either — or —— after power-up, enter your assigned PIN.Once you have entered your PIN correctly, the radio sounds two short beeps and normal operation is now possible.If you do not know your PIN or if your radio gives a long, low-pitched beep, consult your radio provider or administrator.Adjusting the speaker volumeNote: The volume control also changes the volume level of the radio’s audible indicators.Rotate the volume control clockwise to increase the speaker volume and counterclockwise to decrease the volume.Selecting a channel or groupUse the channel selection keys or to scroll through the channel list until the channel or group you want is appears in the display. A group can be either a voting group (see “Using the radio in different repeater areas” on page 31) or a scan group (“Scanning a group of channels” on page 32).

Basic operation 23Checking that a channel is clearYou or your user group may be segregated from other user groups by special signalling. If an incoming call carries the special signalling tones specific to you or your user group, your radio’s signalling mute opens and you can hear the call. These tones may not be audible.The monitor function may allow you to override any special signalling on a channel, so that you can check that the channel is clear before you make a call.Note: Your radio may be programmed to activate monitor whenever the microphone is off the microphone clip.To activate monitor, you may be able to either:■remove the microphone from the microphone clip, or■use a programmed function key.Activating monitor by using a function keyTo activate monitor and hear any traffic on the channel:1Press the function key programmed for monitor.While monitor is on, the green LED flashes slowly.2Press the monitor function key again to turn monitor off.When monitor turns off, the green LED stops flashing.Note: Your radio may be programmed so that monitor turns off automatically after a short time.

24 Basic operationActivating the repeater before a callA repeater-access tone is sent to activate the repeater before a call is made, so that the start of the call is not lost. To send a repeater-access tone, you may be able to either:■use the PTT key, or■use a programmed function key.Sending a repeater-access tone using the PTT key1Press the PTT key.The repeater-access tone for the current channel is sent, the red LED glows and you may also hear signalling tones.2Press and hold the PTT and proceed with your call.Sending a repeater-access tone using a function key1Press the function key programmed for sending a repeater-access tone.The repeater-access tone for the current channel is sent, the red LED glows and you may also hear signalling tones.2Press and hold the PTT and proceed with your call.

Basic operation 25Making a call1Select the required channel or scan group using the channel selection keys or .2Check that the channel is clear. If the green LED is glowing, the channel is busy and you may not be able to transmit.3Once the channel is clear (the green LED is off), lift the microphone off the microphone clip.4Hold the microphone about 5cm (2 inches) from your mouth.5Press and hold the PTT key to transmit.6Speak clearly into the microphone and release the PTT key when you have finished talking.While you are transmitting, the red LED glows.Transmit timerYour radio may have a transmit timer that limits the amount of time you can transmit continuously. When the transmit timer is about to expire, the red LED flashes and the radio gives three beeps. You must release the PTT before you can transmit again.Note: Your radio may be unable to transmit for a short time after the transmit timer has expired.

26 Basic operationMaking a preset callYou may be able to make preset calls to other radios by using a programmed function key. There are two types of preset calls that may be available:■channel preset calls, or■network preset calls.Making a channel preset call1Select the required channel using the channel selection keys or .2Press the assigned function key to make the call.Alternatively, your radio may be programmed so that a preset call can be sent with a press of the PTT key. In this case, press the PTT key to make the preset call.3When the called party responds, proceed with your conversation.Making a network preset callNote: When making a network preset call, it is not necessary to change channels.1Press the assigned function key to make the call.2When the called party responds, proceed with your conversation.Transmitting at low powerIf you want to transmit at low power, you can override your radio’s programmed power settings by using a function key programmed for low-power transmit.To transmit at low power on your current channel:■Press the function key programmed for low-power transmit.When the function key is pressed again, transmission is at the programmed power level.

Basic operation 27Making an emergency callYou may be able to activate emergency mode by using a programmed function key or a hidden emergency switch.1Press the function key programmed for Emergency Mode or the hidden emergency switch. An emergency call is sent to your dispatcher, or some other predetermined location.While emergency mode is active, your radio may cycle between receive and transmit, so that your dispatcher can hear any activity near the radio. Alternatively, your radio may appear to turn off but will actually remain in emergency mode.2Reset the radio to normal operation at any time by turning the radio off and then on. Note: Emergency mode may be programmed to end after a fixed period of time. In this case, there is no need to turn the radio off and then on in order to return the radio to normal operation.

28 Basic operationEnding all active callsYou may have a function key programmed to either end the current call, or end the current call and all other active calls in your group. This can be done either by:■using the function key programmed for reset monitor to end your current call,■using the function key programmed for call cleardown to end your current call and all other calls in your group, or■using the function key programmed for both reset monitor and call cleardown.Ending your current call by using a function key■Press the function key programmed for reset monitor. The radio’s monitor is turned off, ending your current call and the green LED stops flashing.Ending all active calls by using a function key■Press the function key programmed for call cleardown.Monitor is turned off for all radios in your radio group. Any call in progress or incoming call is ended and the green LED stops flashing.Ending active calls by using the function key programmed for reset monitor/call cleardownThe function key programmed for reset monitor may be programmed so that:■a short key press ends your current call, and■a long key press ends all active calls in your group.

Basic operation 29Communicating directly with other radiosYou can bypass the radio repeater and communicate directly with another radio. This feature is known as repeater talkaround. You can do this, for example, when you are out of range of the repeater, or if the repeater is busy or stops working.While repeater talkaround is active, all transmissions are made on the receive frequency of the channel you are on.To activate repeater talkaround:1Select the required channel.2Press the programmed function key programmed for to turn repeater talkaround on.3Proceed with your call.4To turn repeater talkaround off, either change the channel or press the function key again.

30 Basic operationHearing faint and noisy signalsYour radio’s squelch allows the radio to unmute only when the strength of the incoming signal is above a predetermined threshold. This means that only signals of reasonable intelligibility are made audible. To make faint and noisy signals audible, use the squelch override function to unmute the radio.To activate squelch override and unmute the radio:■Press the function key programmed for squelch override.While squelch override is on, the green LED flashes continually. Squelch override remains on until there is a further key press.Turning squelch override on and off by using the function key programmed for monitorThe function key programmed for monitor may be programmed so that a short key press turns monitor on, and a long key press turns squelch override on.To activate squelch override and unmute the radio:■Press and hold the function key programmed for monitor.While squelch override is on, the green LED flashes continually.Squelch override remains on until there is a further long key press.

Basic operation 31Using the radio in different repeater areasYour radio may have a group of channels programmed as a voting group. The channels in the voting group all carry the same traffic, but from different repeaters. As your radio moves in and out of different repeater coverage areas, the best communication channel is automatically selected for youtouse, until a better communications channel is selected.While voting is active, the amber LED glows and the display shows:■the transmit channel,■the voting group number, or■ or .Activating votingVoting can be activated by selecting a voting group (see “Selecting a channel or group” on page 22) or by using a function key programmed for voting. Suspending a channel from a voting groupYou may be able to use the function key programmed for nuisance delete to temporarily delete one of the channels from the voting group. When that voting group is next selected, or after the radio has been turned off and then on, the deleted channel is again part of the voting group.Alternatively, the function key programmed for voting may be programmed so that a short key press turns on voting, and a long key press activates nuisance delete.■Press and hold the function key programmed for voting to remove the current channel from the voting group.

32 Basic operationScanning a group of channelsThe scan function is used to monitor a programmed group of channels, looking for activity. While the radio is scanning for activity, the amber LED glows. When activity is detected on a channel in the scan group, the radio stops on that channel. The amber LED begins flashing, the radio unmutes and you can hear the call. Scanning resumes once the channel is no longer busy.While scanning is active, the amber LED glows and the display shows:■the transmit channel,■the scan group number, or■ or .Standard and background scanningThe two types of scanning that may be available on your radio are standard scanning, and background scanning. Background scan can only be activated by using a function key programmed for background scan. It differs from standard scanning in that the channel that was selected when background scan was activated is also included as a scan-group member.Activating scanningScanning can be activated by selecting a scan group (see “Selecting a channel or group” on page 22) or by using a function key programmed for scanning.

Basic operation 33Making a call while scanningIf you wish to make a call while your radio is scanning:1Lift the microphone off the microphone clip.2Press the PTT key to transmit. If the amber LED is flashing, your radio will now call the currently selected channel.3If standard scan is active and there has been no recent activity on the channel (the amber LED is glowing rather than flashing), then the channel that is called depends on the way your radio has been programmed. The possible options are:— your radio calls a predetermined channel e.g. your dispatcher,— your radio calls the channel where activity was last detected, or— your radio calls the last free channel.4When the called party responds, proceed with your conversation.Suspending a channel from a scanning groupIf a member channel of a scan group is busy for a long time and you do not wish to hear the conversation, you may be able to use the function key programmed for nuisance delete to temporarily delete it from the scan group.When the scan group is next selected, or after the radio has been turned off and then on, the deleted channel is again part of the scan group.Alternatively, the function key programmed for scanning may be programmed so that:■a short key press turns on scanning, and■a long key press activates nuisance delete.Press and hold the function key programmed for scanning to remove the current channel from the scanning group.

34 Basic operationReceiving a callWhen there is valid activity on your radio’s currently selected channel or group, the radio then unmutes and you can hear the call.If the incoming call contains special signalling that matches the signalling programmed for your radio, the green LED flashes and your radio may give a ringing tone.

Customizing radio settings 35Customizing radio settingsThis section describes the ways in which you can customize your radio.The following settings are described in this section:■changing the external alert option■changing the volume of all audible tones■changing the volume of keypress tones■changing to quiet operation■changing to silent operation■changing backlighting settingsChanging the external alert optionIf you are away from your radio and unable to answer calls immediately, an external alert, such as a car horn, may activate when you receive a call. The external alert continues for a period of time and is then turned off. To turn external alert on or off:■Press the assigned function key.Changing the volume of all audible tonesYou can set the volume of all the audible tones to either high or low. Audible tones include incoming call tones, warning tones and confirmation tones. To change the volume of your radio’s audible tones:■Press the assigned function key.Changing the volume of keypress tonesWhenever you press the radio keys, the keypress tones give you an audible indication as to whether or not your action is allowed. A short, medium-pitched beep indicates that an action is allowed. A long, low-pitched beep indicates that the action is not allowed.

36 Customizing radio settingsYou may be able to use a function key to change the volume of your keypress tones in the following ways:■Press the assigned function key to change the volume of your radio’s keypress tones between high and low.■Press the assigned function key to turn keypress tones either on or off.Changing to quiet operationWhen quiet operation is on, keypress tones and confirmation tones are turned off. Incoming call tones, signalling tones and warning tones all remain audible.To turn quiet operation on or off:■Press the assigned function key.Changing to silent operationWhen silent operation is on, all the radio’s audible tones are turned off, and only channel traffic can be heard.To turn silent operation on or off:■Press the assigned function key.Changing backlighting settingsWhenever a key is pressed or a call is received, the keypad and display light up automatically. Backlighting only remains on for a few seconds, unless there is further radio activity.You may be able to use a function key to change the way your backlighting operates in the following ways:■Press the assigned function key to turn backlighting on. Backlighting remains on for a few seconds, and then turns off.■Press the assigned function key to turn backlighting on. Backlighting then remains on until there is a further key press■Short press the assigned function key to turn backlighting on momentarily. Long press the assigned function key to turn backlighting on. Backlighting then remains on until there is a further long key press.

Troubleshooting 37TroubleshootingThe following topics are covered in this section:■when your radio won’t turn on■removing the microphone■reinstalling the microphone■removing the radio from the vehicle■describing the radio’s audible tonesWhen your radio won’t turn onIf the red, green and amber LEDs on the control head do not light up when the radio is turned on, it is likely that no power is reaching the radio. Check the following:■Is the power connector firmly plugged into the rear of the radio?■Are the in-line fuses in good condition?■Is the power cable securely connected to the vehicle battery or power supply?If all appears to be in order, then contact your radio provider for further assistance.Removing the microphone1Using your thumb or forefinger, lift up one of the corners of the microphone grommet. Firmly (but gently) pull that corner until the seal comes away from the cavity.2Repeat to expose another corner.3Pull the exposed corners back and slide the grommet up the microphone cable to reveal the microphone plug.4Remove the plug from the microphone socket.Caution: The microphone grommet must be installed whenever the microphone is plugged into the microphone socket.grommet

38 TroubleshootingReinstalling the microphoneCaution: The microphone grommet must be installed whenever the microphone is plugged into the microphone socket.1Plug the microphone into the microphone socket.2Slide the microphone grommet along the microphone cord and push two adjacent corners of the grommet into the microphone socket cavity.3Squeeze the grommet and push the remaining corners into position.4Check that the grommet is seated correctly in the cavity.Removing the radio from the vehicle1Switch off the radio.2Unscrew the four thumb screws that secure the radio to the U-bracket .3Carefully lift the radio clear of the U-bracket.4Disconnect the antenna and power cable from the rear of the radio.microphonegrommetcontrol headacdababcd

Troubleshooting 39Describing the radio’s audible tonesThe following table summarizes the radio’s audible tones.Action and tone Meaningtwo shortbeepsRadio turned on: the radio is powered on and ready to useone short beep after the power-up beepsRadio locked: you need to enter your personal identity number (PIN) before you can use the radioone long, low-pitched beepRadio PIN entry unsuccessful: you need to re-enter your PINtwo short beeps Radio PIN entry successful: the radio is now ready to useone short beep Function activated: a function key has been pressed and that function has been initiated, orradio turned off: the radio is powered off, orvalid key press: the action you have attempted is permittedone short, low-pitched beepFunction deactivated: a function key has been pressed and the corresponding func-tion has been turned offone long, low-pitched beepInvalid key press: the action you have attempted is not permitted, ortransmission inhibited: you have attempted to transmit but for some reason transmis-sion is not permitted at this timeone short, high-pitched beepRadio is stunned: the radio has been made inoperable by your service providertwo short beeps Radio is revived: the radio has been made operable by your service providerthree beeps Transmit timeout imminent: in 10 seconds your transmit timer will expire and your current transmission will be terminatedtwo low-pitched beepsRadio's temperature is high: the radio's temperature is in the high-temperature range, but the radio will continue to operate

40 Troubleshootingtwo high-pitched beepsRadio's temperature is very high: the radio's temperature is in the very high temperature range and all transmissions will now be at low power; if the radio's temperature rises outside this range, trans-missions will be inhibited, orantenna problem: your radio’s antenna may be damaged or not connected; check the antenna connection at the rear of the radio and, if the problem continues, contact your service providercontinuous low-pitched toneRadio system error: a system error has occurred and the radio may be inoperable.The display may show E, E1 or E2.two long low-high pitched tone pairsSynthesizer is out-of-lock: the radio's synthesizer is out-of-lock on the current channel and you cannot operate on that channel.The display may show L or OL.Action and tone Meaning

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