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Directive 1999/5/EC Declaration of Conformity

da Dansk

Undertegnede Tait Electronics Limited

erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr TPCB1A,

TPCH5A & TPCH6A overholder de væsentlige

krav og øvrige relevante krav i

direktiv 1999/5/EF.

Se endvidere:

http://eudocs.taitworld.com/

de Deutsch

Hiermit erklärt Tait Electronics Limited die

Übereinstimmung der Geräte TPCB1A,

TPCH5A & TPCH6A mit den grundlegenden

Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten

Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG.

Siehe auch:

http://eudocs.taitworld.com/

el Ελληνικός

Με την παρουσα Tait Electronics Limited

δηλωνει οτι TPCB1A, TPCH5A & TPCH6A

συμμορφωνεται προσ τισ ουσιωδεισ

απαιτησεισ και τισ λοιπεσ σχετικεσ

διαταξεισ τησ οδηγιασ 1999/5/ΕΚ.

βλέπε και:

http://eudocs.taitworld.com/

en English

Tait Electronics Limited declares that this

TPCB1A, TPCH5A & TPCH6A complies with

the essential requirements and other relevant

provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

See also:

http://eudocs.taitworld.com/

es Español

Por medio de la presente Tait Electronics

Limited declara que el TPCB1A, TPCH5A &

TPCH6A cumple con los requisitos esenciales

y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables

o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Vea también:

http://eudocs.taitworld.com/

fi Suomi

Tait Electronics Limited vakuuttaa täten että

TPCB1A, TPCH5A & TPCH6A tyyppinen laite

on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimus-

ten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden

ehtojen mukainen.

Katso:

http://eudocs.taitworld.com/

fr Français

Par la présente, Tait Electronics Limited

déclare que l'appareil TPCB1A, TPCH5A &

TPCH6A est conforme aux exigences essen-

tielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes

de la directive 1999/5/CE.

Voir aussi:

http://eudocs.taitworld.com/

it Italiano

Con la presente Tait Electronics Limited dichi-

ara che questo TPCB1A, TPCH5A & TPCH6A

è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre

disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva

1999/5/CE.

Vedi anche:

http://eudocs.taitworld.com/

nl Nederlands

Hierbij verklaart Tait Electronics Limited dat

het toestel TPCB1A, TPCH5A & TPCH6A in

overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen

en de andere relevante bepalingen van rich-

tlijn 1999/5/ EG.

Zie ook:

http://eudocs.taitworld.com/

pt Português

Tait Electronics Limited declara que este

TPCB1A, TPCH5A & TPCH6A está conforme

com os requisitos essenciais e outras

provisões da Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Veja também:

http://eudocs.taitworld.com/

sv Svensk

Härmed intygar Tait Electronics Limited att

denna TPCB1A, TPCH5A & TPCH6A står I

överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egen-

skapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser

som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.

Se även:

http://eudocs.taitworld.com/

Chassis engraving will void warranty

Warning: Engraving the chassis of your partable radio can

significantly reduce its mechanical strength and will void any

warranty. If the chassis has been engraved, it must

be replaced.

All information contained in this manual is the property of

not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced,

translated, stored, or reduced to any electronic medium or

machine-readable form, without prior written permission

from Tait Electronics Limited.

The word TAIT and the TAIT logo are trademarks of Tait

Electronics Limited.

All trade names referenced are the service mark, trademark

or registered trademark of the respective manufacturers.

Disclaimer

There are no warranties extended or granted by this manual.

Tait Electronics Limited accepts no responsibility for damage

arising from use of the information contained in the manual

or of the equipment and software it describes. It is the

responsibility of the user to ensure that use of such informa-

tion, equipment and software complies with the laws, rules

and regulations of the applicable jurisdictions.

Enquiries and comments

If you have any enquiries regarding this manual, or any

comments, suggestions and notifications of errors, please

contact Technical Support.

Updates of manual and equipment

In the interests of improving the performance, reliability or

servicing of the equipment, Tait Electronics Limited reserves

the right to update the equipment or this manual or both

without prior notice.

Intellectual property rights

This product may be protected by one or more patents of Tait

Electronics Limited together with their international equiva-

lents, pending patent applications and registered trade

marks: NZ338097, NZ508054, NZ508340, NZ508806,

NZ508807, NZ509242, NZ509640, NZ509959,

NZ510496, NZ511155, NZ511421, NZ516280/519742,

NZ519118, NZ519344, NZ520650/537902, NZ522236,

NZ524369, NZ524378, NZ524509, NZ524537, NZ524630,

NZ530819, NZ534475, NZ534692, NZ535471, NZ536945,

NZ537434, NZ546295, NZ547713, NZ521450,

AU2003281447, AU2002235062, AU2004216984,

AU2005207405, CA2439018, CA2554213,

EU03784706.8, EU02701829.0, EU04714053.8,

EU05704655.9, GB23865476, GB2386010, GB2413249,

GB0516092.4, US11,232716, US10/597339,

US10/520827, US10/468740, US5,745,840, US10/547653,

US10/546696, US10/547964,

US10/523952, US11/572700.

To our European customers

Tait Electronics Limited is an environmentally responsible

company which supports waste minimization and material

recovery. The European Union’s Waste Electrical and Elec-

tronic Equipment Directive requires that this product be

disposed of separately from the general waste stream when

its service life is over. Please be environmentally responsible

and dispose through the original supplier, your local munici-

pal waste “separate collection” service, or contact Tait

Electronics Limited.

Disposing of Lithium-ion batteries

Discharge the Li-ion battery before disposing of it. When

disposing of the battery, be sure to do so in an

environmentally sensitive manner. If disposed of in landfills,

batteries can be very hazardous to the environment.

Please contact your radio provider for information on

recycling programs in your area.

Charger compliance information

United States

This battery charger has been tested and found to comply

with the limits for a Class B digital device, in accordance with

part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against

harmful interference in a residential installation. This battery

charger generates, and can radiate, radio frequency energy. If it is

not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may

cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,

there is no guarantee that interference will not occur. If this

charger does cause harmful interference to radio or television

reception (which can be determined by turning the charger off

and on), try to correct the interference by:

■Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna.

■Increasing the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

■Connecting the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif-

ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.

■Consulting the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-

cian for help.

Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la

norme NMB-003 du Canada.

For your safety 7

For your safety

Before using your radio, please read the following important

safety and compliance information.

Safety warnings used in this guide

Within 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 information

For 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 radio

You 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:

■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 guide-

lines on controlling your exposure to RF.

8 For your safety

Controlling your exposure to RF energy

This radio emits radio frequency (RF) energy or radio waves

primarily when calls are made. RF is a form of electromag-

netic energy (as is sunlight), and there are recommended

levels of maximum RF exposure.

To control your exposure to RF and comply with the maxi-

mum exposure limits for occupational/controlled environ-

ments, 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.

■When listening and talking on the radio, hold it upright in

front of your face so that it is at least one inch (2.5 cm)

away from any part of your face. Keeping the radio at the

recommended distance is important because exposure to

RF decreases rapidly the further away the antenna is from

your body.

■Keep the antenna at least one inch (2.5 cm) from your

face at all times.

■If you wear your radio, you must always put it in a carry-

ing accessory that has been specifically approved by Tait

for this radio. Using non-approved body-worn accessories

may mean you expose yourself to higher levels of RF than

recommended by the FCC’s occupational/controlled envi-

ronment RF exposure limits.

■Ensure you only use Tait-approved antennas, batteries,

and accessories.

Website: For more information on what RF energy is

and how to control your exposure to it, go to

http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html.

For your safety 9

Compliance with RF energy exposure standards

This 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 2.1093.

■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 and ICNIRP exposure limits

for occupational/controlled RF exposure environments at

operating duty factors of up to 50% transmitting (even

though the approved batteries for this radio are rated for

a 5-5-90 duty factor (5% talk-5% listen-90% standby).

Radio frequency emissions limits in the USA

Part 15 of the FCC Rules imposes RF emission limits

on receivers.

This radio complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation

is subject to the condition that this device does not cause

harmful interference.

Unapproved modifications or changes to radio

The 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 require-

ments and void the user’s authority to operate the radio.

10 For your safety

Health, safety and electromagnetic compatibility

in Europe

In the European Community, 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 purpose of product

This product is an FM radio transceiver. It is intended for radi-

ocommunication 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).

Restrictions

This product can be programmed to transmit on frequencies

that are not harmonized 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 require-

ments must be observed. Limitations may apply to transmitter

power, operating frequency, channel spacing, and emission.

Declaration of conformity

Brief 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 Electronics Limited.

For your safety 11

Electromagnetic compatibility in European vehicles

In the European Community, radio equipment fitted to auto-

motive vehicles is regulated by Directive 72/245/EEC, as last

amended by 2005/83/EC. The requirements of this directive

cover the electromagnetic compatibility of electrical or elec-

tronic equipment fitted to automotive vehicles.

Interference with electronic devices

Some 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 equip-

ment to determine whether these electronic circuits will

perform normally when the radio is transmitting.

Frequency band reserved for distress beacons

Frequency band 406 to 406.1 MHz is reserved for use by

distress beacons. Transmissions should not be made within

this frequency band.

12 For your safety

Safe radio operation

Warning: Switch off the radio:

■At petrol filling stations or near flammable liquids

or gases.

■In the vicinity of explosive devices and blasting zones.

■Before boarding an aircraft. Using your radio while in the

air is not permitted.

Using a handheld microphone or a radio while driving a vehi-

cle may violate the laws and legislation that apply in your

country or state. Please check the vehicle regulations in

your area.

Navigating your radio’s menus

The menu text on your radio display may differ from that shown here. Menu

text can be customized when the radio is programmed.

Menu map

Queued Calls

Select Channel

Select Bank

Send Selcall

Dial Selcall (TP8120 only)

Select Status

Send DTMF

Alpha Symbols

Send SDM [Short Data Message]

User Settings

Low Pwr

Handset

Keylock

DTMF

Economy

Squelch

Monitor

Sq Ovrd [Squelch Override]

Alert Settings

Level

Tones

Keytone

Display Settings

RSSI

Night

Adjust Contrast

Advanced Settings

Program Signal

Program FS-Group [Flexiscan]

HW Ver

FW Ver

Main DB

Version Info

Cal DB

Program Group

Main Menu

Radio controls

For more information about the radio controls, see “About the radio

controls” on page 19.

top key

power/

volume control

function key 1

alphanumeric keys

PTT key

(press-to-talk)

accessory

connector

(out-of-sight)

function key 2

channel selector

speaker/

microphone

status LED

Contents

Directive 1999/5/EC Declaration of Conformity ............................................ 3

For your safety ............................................................................................. 7

Safety warnings used in this guide .......................................................... 7

Radio frequency exposure information .................................................... 7

Controlling your exposure to RF energy .................................................. 8

Compliance with RF energy exposure standards ..................................... 9

Radio frequency emissions limits in the USA ........................................... 9

Unapproved modifications or changes to radio ....................................... 9

Health, safety and electromagnetic compatibility in Europe ................... 10

Electromagnetic compatibility in European vehicles ............................... 11

Interference with electronic devices ...................................................... 11

Frequency band reserved for distress beacons ....................................... 11

Safe radio operation ............................................................................. 12

Navigating your radio’s menus ............................................................. 13

Before using your radio .............................................................................. 17

For your safety—battery warning ........................................................ 17

Charging the battery before first use ..................................................... 17

Attaching the battery ............................................................................ 17

Attaching the antenna .......................................................................... 18

Attaching a belt clip ............................................................................. 18

Removing the accessory cover .............................................................. 18

Getting started ........................................................................................... 19

About the radio controls ....................................................................... 19

About the keypad ................................................................................. 21

Understanding the radio display ........................................................... 22

Understanding the radio indicators ....................................................... 24

Navigating the radio menus ................................................................. 26

Basic operation .......................................................................................... 28

Turning the radio on and off ................................................................. 28

Entering your personal identification number ........................................ 28

Adjusting the volume ........................................................................... 29

About the channels and channel banks ................................................ 29

Understanding how the radio displays channels ................................... 31

Making a call ....................................................................................... 32

Receiving a Call .................................................................................... 33

Scanning for channel activity ................................................................ 34

Hearing all activity on a channel ........................................................... 36

Checking that a channel is clear ........................................................... 37

Making and receiving different types of calls .............................................. 38

Making an individual or group call ....................................................... 38

Resending calls automatically ............................................................... 40

Receiving an individual or group call .................................................... 41

Responding to missed calls ................................................................... 41

Informing other radio users of your status ............................................ 42

Calling a telephone or a remote device ................................................. 43

Making an emergency call .................................................................... 44

Activating the automated emergency call feature ................................. 45

Sending and receiving text messages ................................................... 46

Changing your radio’s settings ................................................................... 48

Changing display settings (Display Settings menu) ................................ 48

Changing operational settings (User Settings menu) ............................. 50

Changing Audible Tone Settings (Alert Settings Menu) ......................... 54

Charging and caring for batteries ............................................................... 57

Radio low battery warning ................................................................... 57

Removing the battery ........................................................................... 58

Before changing the battery ................................................................. 58

Charging the battery ............................................................................ 58

Storing batteries ................................................................................... 59

Disposing of batteries ........................................................................... 60

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 61

When your radio won’t turn on ............................................................ 61

Removing a belt clip ............................................................................. 61

Checking the version of your radio ....................................................... 62

Troubleshooting your charger ............................................................... 62

General care ........................................................................................ 63

Cleaning the radio ................................................................................ 63

Function key options .................................................................................. 64

Common functions ............................................................................... 64

Tait general software licence agreement .................................................... 66

Before using your radio 17

Before using your radio

Once you have unpacked your radio, there are a few tasks

you must do before you can use it. The most important of

these is to charge your battery for the first time—allow 12

hours for this.

This section covers:

■for your safety—battery warning

■charging the battery before first use

■attaching the battery

■attaching the antenna

■attaching a belt clip

■removing the accessory cover.

For your safety—battery warning

Warning: Before using your battery or charger, please read

the important safety information included with your battery.

If you are using a Lithium-ion battery, special care must be

taken to avoid personal injury or property damage.

Charging the battery before first use

Before using your battery for the first time, you must

charge it. Follow the instructions included with your Tait

charger.

Note: The radio must be turned off if placed in the charger

with the battery.

Attaching the battery

To fit the battery pack to the radio:

1Insert the bottom edge of the battery into the two slots at

the back of the radio.

2Press down on the top of the battery to snap it into place.

18 Before using your radio

To remove the battery pack:

1Press the battery catch down.

2From the sides, pull the battery away from the radio.

Attaching the antenna

Before using the radio, screw the antenna clockwise into the

antenna connector. The antenna should be screwed suffi-

ciently tight so that it doesn’t unscrew easily. This is impor-

tant as it creates a seal.

Attaching a belt clip

To attach a belt clip to your radio:

1Slide the belt clip into the two grooves at the top of the

battery.

2Press down on the belt clip until it snaps into place.

See also “Removing a belt clip” on page 61.

Removing the accessory cover

To fit some accessories to the radio, you will need to remove

the accessory cover, using a coin.

belt clip

battery

Getting started 19

Getting started

This section provides a brief description of your radio’s

controls and indicators and explains how to use the radio’s

menus.

This section covers:

■about the radio controls

■about the keypad

■understanding the radio display

■understanding the radio indicators

■navigating the radio menus.

About the radio controls

The radio controls are the PTT key, power/volume control,

channel selector, scroll keys, selection keys and function keys.

Some keys 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 described in the

following sections.

About the function keys

The function keys provide quick access to features you use

most often. These features are assigned to the function keys

when the radio is programmed.

Some keys may have a features associated with both a short

keypress and a long keypress.

See “Function key options” on page 64 for a list of features

that may have been assigned to the function keys.

20 Getting started

top key

power/

volume control

function key 1

alphanumeric keys

PTT key

(press-to-talk)

accessory

connector

(out-of-sight)

function key 2

channel selector

speaker/

microphone

status LED

Symbol Name Function

PTT key Press and hold to transmit and release to

listen

Power/volume

control Rotate to turn on the radio and change

the speaker volume

Channel selector Select and change channels

Top key Usually programmed as the emergency

key or for a frequently used function

Getting started 21

About the keypad

On radios with an alphanumeric keypad, keys 0 to 9 and

letters A to Z are used for dialling numbers and codes.

Using the keypad to enter text

When the keypad is used to enter text, the keys have special

functions. Use the alphanumeric keys to enter letters,

numbers and punctuation.

■Key : character 1.

■Keys to : press a key once to enter the first

letter on that key. Repeat the process to enter the other

letters and the number.

■Key : press once to enter a space. Further

keypresses enter the following characters:

0 # * . , ! ? ‘ : ; “ @ ( ) + _ - + = / $ & ÷

■To delete a character: use the arrow keys to select the

character and press the clear key to delete it.

Function keys

1 and 2

Programmed for frequently used

features

Enter Short: Select a function, toggle a function

on/off (menu mode); dial or send a

message

Long: Enter/exit mode or menu

Left arrow

Right arrow Short: Scroll left

Short: Scroll right

Clear Short: Cancel or back (menu mode);

delete single character; cancel call.

Long: Delete (menu mode); exit without

saving (menu mode); cancel call; keypad

lock off.

Symbol Name Function

22 Getting started

Understanding the radio display

The messages and symbols you see on your radio display

depend on the mode in which your radio is operating and the

way it is programmed.The following diagram shows a typical

display and explains some of the information that may

be available.

Operating modes

Your radio has a number of operating modes, such as CHAN

(channel), MENU (menu), and CONT (contrast). The active

mode appears in the upper left-hand corner of the display.

The lower left-hand corner gives additional information on

the current status of the radio. In this example, RTA indicates

the radio is in repeater talkaround mode.

Current operation

The panel on the right-hand side shows data for the current

radio operation. In this example, CHAN9 indicates what

channel the radio is currently operating on. When you enter

data for a specific function, such as dialling a call, the

information appears in this panel.

Radio display symbols

The bottom line of the display shows a series of symbols that

give additional information on the state of the radios. The

following table shows some of symbols you may see on

your display.

active modes

symbols

current operation

information

CHAN

RTA

CAR 2

Getting started 23

Symbol Meaning

Flashing: recharge the battery

The battery is charged

The radio is in DTMF dialling mode

Monitor or squelch override is active

Scrolling is permitted

Steady: the radio is scanning a group of channels

for activity.

Flashing: activity has been found on a channel in

the scan group.

The radio is transmitting.

Steady: low power transmit mode is active

Flashing: the radio is transmitting at low power

Steady: an auxiliary device is operating

Flashing: lone worker mode is active

Your currently selected channel is busy

24 Getting started

Understanding the radio indicators

The status LED indicators and the radio’s audible tones—

together with the radio display—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 indicator

Colour Flash rate Meaning

red Steady Transmitting.

red slow Battery low. Radio will also emit low-

pitched beeps. Recharge or replace as

soon as possible.

red medium Low power transmit mode active

red fast Radio is stunned. Radio also emits high-

pitched beeps. Contact your dispatcher.

red two fast

flashes The power-up sequence is complete.

Radio also emits two medium-pitched

beeps.

green steady Channel busy

green slow Economy mode is active

green medium Monitor or squelch override is active

amber steady Radio is scanning or voting a group of

channels for activity or greatest signal

strength

amber slow Repeater talkaround is active

amber medium Activity detected on one of a group of

channels being scanned.

amber fast A Selcall call has been received

red/green fast Radio programmed incorrectly or faulty.

Contact your radio provider.

Getting started 25

Audible tones

The radio uses a variety of beeps and tones to supplement the

information provided by the status LED and the radio display.

Your radio may also have been programmed so that

whenever you press a key, the radio beeps to indicate

whether or not the action is permitted:

■Permitted: Short, medium-pitched beep.

■Not permitted: Long, low-pitched beep.

Note: Audible tones may have been disabled when your

radio was programmed, and a function key assigned to turn

audible tones on and off.

26 Getting started

Navigating the radio menus

Your radio has a number of menus available, each containing

lists or submenus. The table below summarizes the options

that can be accessed through the main menu. The menus

available on your radio will depend on the way it was

programmed.

Note: The menu text on your radio display may differ from

that described in this section. Menu text can be customized

when the radio is programmed.

Display Operation

SELECT CHANNEL Change channels using the keypad

SELECT BANK Change channel banks using the

keypad

SEND SELCALL Select a status message for a Selcall call

SEND DTMF Make a call using the telephone

network

ALPHA SYMBOLS Perform single or multiple tasks with a

single keypress

SEND SDM Enter and send a text message

USER SETTINGS Personalise settings for a range of

features

ALERT SETTINGS Disable or adjust the level of warning

beeps and tones

DISPLAY SETTINGS Turn night operation on/off, adjust the

contrast display or turn the received

signal strength indicator on/off

Getting started 27

Using the main menu

To enter menu mode and access the main menu:

■Long press the menu key ; or

■Press the right arrow key .

The radio displays MENU in the top right of screen, together

with the last selected menu or submenu item:

Use the arrow keys to move through the list of menus.

Note: Press and hold the left and right arrow keys to scroll

through the menu options quickly.

When the menu you want appears, short press the menu key

to open the menu you have chosen:

■To exit a menu or submenu option, press the clear key .

■To exit menu mode, long press the menu key .

Changing settings

To toggle between available settings (such as high and low,

or on and off), short press the menu key .

Accessing frequently used menus

The top function key may be programmed to provide a

shortcut to up to three menu options. In this case, the top

function key will not have a short and long press option.

To access menu options using the top function key,

■Press the top function key. Press once to access the last

selected option, and press again for the next option,

moving in a continuous loop.

MENU SELECT

CHANNEL

CAR 1

28 Basic operation

Basic operation

This section covers:

■turning the radio on and off

■entering your personal identification number

■adjusting the volume

■about the channels and channel banks

■understanding how the radio displays channels

■making a call

■receiving a call

■scanning for channel activity

■hearing all activity on a channel

■checking that a channel is clear.

Turning the radio on and off

Rotate the power/volume control switch clockwise to turn

the radio on. Rotate the switch counterclockwise to turn the

radio off.

Note: The radio may not turn on if your battery is very low.

Entering your personal identification number

Note: This feature is only available for radios with an

alphanumeric keypad.

You may need to enter a personal

identification number (PIN) before

you can use your radio. If the

message ENTER CODE appears,

enter your assigned PIN and press the enter key .

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 you receive a WRONG PIN

message, consult your radio provider or system administrator.

ENTER CODE

Basic operation 29

Adjusting the volume

Once the radio is on, rotate the power/volume control clock-

wise to increase volume. To decrease volume, rotate the

control counter-clockwise. Turning the power/volume control

also adjusts the level of the audible tones.

About the channels and channel banks

In order to make and receive calls, you first need to select a

channel. The procedure for selecting a channel varies

depending on how your radio has been programmed.

Selecting a channel

Each position on the channel selector denotes a channel or

group of channels (scan group).

To select channels or groups 1 to 16:

■Turn the channel selector to the channel or group

you want.

Using the menu to select a channel

For channels or groups other than 1 to 16:

1Long press the menu key to enter menu mode (skip to

step 4 if the radio is already in channel mode).

2Scroll through the main menu options using the arrow

keys until SELECT CHANNEL is displayed.

3Short press the menu key to enter CHAN mode.

4Scroll through the channels to select the one you want.

Key in the desired channel number using the keypad, then

short press the menu key. A low warning beep will sound

if the keyed number is not a valid channel (radios with an

alphanumeric keypad only).

5Long press the menu key to exit CHAN, if channel mode

is not the default mode.

30 Basic operation

Selecting a channel bank

Channel banking is an optional feature that allows easy

access to large numbers of channels by grouping them into

‘banks’. This feature will be of benefit if you regularly access

a large number of channels, or frequently change repeaters.

If your radio is programmed for channel banking, each

position on the channel selector denotes a channel bank.

To select channel banks 1 to 16:

■Turn the channel selector to the channel bank you want.

Using the menu to select a channel bank

For channel banks other than 1 to 16:

1Long press the menu key to enter menu mode.

2Scroll through the main menu options to find SELECT

BANK using the arrow keys .

3Short press the menu key to enter BANK mode.

4Scroll through the available channel banks using the

arrow keys, then short press the menu key to confirm

a selection.

Key in the desired channel bank number using the

keypad, then short press the menu key to confirm a selec-

tion. A low warning beep will sound if the keyed number

is not a valid channel bank (radios with an alphanumeric

keypad only).

5Long press the menu key to exit menu mode. You will not

be able to exit the bank mode until a valid channel bank

has been selected.

Basic operation 31

Understanding how the radio displays channels

The number of channels in each bank differs according to the

radio’s configuration:

When a new channel or channel bank is selected, the radio’s

channel will change to the channel number specified within

the newly selected bank, and the channel name or number

will appear in the display.

Note: The channel bank number does not appear in the

display – only the selected channel.

Configuration Number of channels per bank

channel selector

selects channels

Up to 16 channels in each bank

channel selector

selects channel banks

Up to 32 channels in each bank

32 Basic operation

Making a call

To make a call:

1Select the desired channel as described in “Selecting a

channel” on page 29, or “Selecting a channel bank” on

page 30.

2Check that the channel is clear. If the busy symbol

appears in the display and the status LED is glowing

green, the channel is busy and you may not be able to

make your call.

3Once the channel is clear, hold the radio so that the

microphone is about 2.5cm (one inch) from your mouth.

4Press the PTT key to transmit.

5Speak clearly into the microphone, identifying yourself

and the party you are calling using the call signs you have

been assigned.

While you are transmitting, the LED glows red and the

transmit symbol appears in the display:

6Release the PTT key when you have finished talking.

Making a call while the channel is busy

When the busy symbol appears in the display and the

status LED glows green, there is activity on the channel, even

though you may not be able to hear it. If you try to transmit

when the radio is busy, a low-pitched warning beep sounds.

Activate the monitor function to listen to channel activity.

See“Checking that a channel is clear” on page 37.

CHAN

CAR 2

Basic operation 33

Limiting call time

Your radio may limit the amount of time you can talk

(transmit) continuously. This is known as the ‘transmit timer’

or ‘time-out timer’ and allows other radio users to make calls

on that channel.

When the transmit timer is about to expire, your radio gives

three medium-pitched beeps. Finish your conversation as

soon as possible and release the PTT.

For a short time, your radio may prevent you from making

a call.

Receiving a Call

Your radio remains quiet until there is valid activity on the

channel your radio is currently on.

To receive a call:

■Select the desired channel as described in “Selecting a

channel” on page 29, or “Selecting a channel bank” on

page 30.

To respond to a call:

■Press the PTT key and talk.

34 Basic operation

Scanning for channel activity

A series of channels can be grouped together so that the

radio can scan through them looking for activity

automatically. Scan groups are selected in the same way

as channels.

Scan group channels can be set up to scan in three

different ways.

They can scan for:

■Busy channels.

■Priority channels.

■The strongest signal (vote).

When the radio is scanning for activity the LED glows amber

and the group name and scanning symbol will be

displayed, as shown below:

Scanning for a busy channel

In this setup, the radio looks for any activity on the channels

within the scan group. When valid activity is detected the

scanning icon flashes, and the radio will stop on that

channel. Scanning resumes when the channel is no longer

busy or the signalling is no longer valid.

Scanning priority channels

One or two priority channels may also have been

programmed. These channels are scanned more often than

other channels, and are scanned periodically when a non-

priority or lower priority channel is busy.

CHAN

GRO UP2

Basic operation 35

Scanning for the strongest signal (voting)

With this type of scanning the scan group’s member channels

carry the same traffic, and the radio searches for the channel

with the strongest signal.

Background scanning (Flexiscan)

The Flexiscan scanning feature allows you to communicate

on a selected channel, while a group of channels is scanned

for valid activity in the background.

A Flexiscan scan group can contain up to 15 member

channels.

To activate Flexiscan:

■Press the assigned function key.

Your radio may be programmed so that Flexiscan is turned

off when the PTT key is released after making a call when

Flexiscan is active.

Deleting a channel from a scan group

(nuisance delete)

If a channel is busy for a long time and you do not wish to

hear the conversation, you can temporarily delete it from the

scan group if one of the function key settings is programmed

for nuisance delete.

To temporarily delete a channel from a scan group:

■Press the assigned function key. When the scan group is

next selected, the deleted channel is again part of the

scan group.

36 Basic operation

Hearing all activity on a channel

Squelch override allows you to hear all activity on a channel

no matter how faint or noisy. This setting is useful when a

caller is very hard to hear.

To turn squelch override on and off:

■Press the assigned function key.

1Long press the menu key to enter menu mode (if the

radio displays a submenu option, press the clear key to

enter the main menu).

2Scroll through the main menu options using the arrow

keys until USER SETTINGS is displayed.

3Scroll through the user setting menu options until SQ

OVRD is displayed (the radio will display OFF or ON as the

current setting).

4Short press the menu key to turn squelch override on

and off.

5Long press the menu key menu to exit menu mode.

Note: Squelch override cannot be activated when a scan

group is selected, and is automatically turned off when you

change to a scan group channel.

Basic operation 37

Checking that a channel is clear

Your radio is capable of segregating individuals or groups of

users by means of audible or subaudible tones (known as

signalling). This means that in normal operation you may not

be able to hear all calls being transmitted on a channel.

However, your radio may be programmed with the monitor

function which, when activated, allows you to hear all

activity on a channel. This is useful if you want to check

whether a channel is clear before making a call.

Note: The monitor function may not have been programmed

to override all signalling.

Using the menu

To activate or deactivate the monitor function:

1Long press the menu key to enter menu mode (if the

radio displays a submenu option, press the clear key to

enter the main menu).

2Scroll through the main menu options to find USER

SETTINGS, and short press the menu key.

3Scroll to find MONITOR (the radio will display OFF or ON

as the current setting).

4Short press the menu key to turn monitor on and off.

5Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

When the Monitor is on, the Monitor symbol appears in

the display.

38 Making and receiving different types of calls

Making and receiving different

types of calls

The type of calls available to your radio depends on the way

in which it is programmed.

This section covers:

■making an individual or group call

■resending calls automatically

■receiving an individual or group call

■informing other radio users of your status

■calling a telephone or a remote device

■making an emergency call

■activating the automated emergency call feature

■sending and receiving text messages.

Making an individual or group call

You can use your radio to make calls to an individual or a

specific group using Selcall (selective calling).

There are two ways to make an individual or group call:

■Using a preset call.

■Dialling a call.

Making a preset individual or group call

Two preset individual or group calls can be assigned to each

channel that has Selcall. A preset call may be assigned to a

function key.

To make a preset call:

1Change to the desired channel.

2Press the assigned function key.

Making and receiving different types of calls 39

One-touch preset calls

A single one-touch call may also be assigned to one of the

function keys. To make a one-touch preset call, press the

assigned function key.

Dialling individual or group calls

Note: This feature is only available for radios with an

alphanumeric keypad.

To call a group or individual using dialling:

1Select a channel that has Selcall programmed.

2Long press the menu key to enter menu mode (if the

radio displays a submenu option, short press the clear key

to enter the main menu).

3Scroll through the main menu options using the arrow

keys until SEND SELCALL is displayed.

4Short press the menu key to enter DIAL SELCALL, and

again to enter CALL mode. The last number dialled

is displayed.

5Short press the menu key to call the last number dialled.

Dial the desired number using the keypad (press the clear

key to delete a character; press and hold to delete a

series of characters), then short press the menu key

to send.

6Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

Receiving an acknowledgement

When you call another radio, it may automatically generate a

tone sequence, beep or message to let you know that the

radio you have called is on and able to receive.

40 Making and receiving different types of calls

Resending calls automatically

Your radio may have been programmed to resend individual

and group calls when they are not answered.

Your radio has two automatic callback features:

■Deferred calling.

■No acknowledgement retries.

Deferred calling

When you attempt to make a call on a channel that is busy,

the radio can store and send the call once the channel is free.

The radio will give a low-pitched beep if the channel is busy,

and will then give two long, medium-pitched beeps at

regular intervals until the channel is free, and the call can

be resent.

To cancel a deferred call:

■Press any key.

No acknowledgement retries

When you send a call and there is no reply, NO

ACKNOWLEDGE will be displayed, and the call will be resent

up to 15 times.

To cancel a call that is being resent:

■Press any key.

Making and receiving different types of calls 41

Receiving an individual or group call

When a call is received that contains your radio’s identity,

CALL will flash in the display and the radio gives a

ringing tone.

To accept a call:

■Press the PTT key and begin speaking. If the call is a

group call, there is usually no need to respond.

The caller’s identity and status may also be displayed

(top right-hand corner):

The caller’s identity can be a name or a number, depending

on how your radio was programmed.

The caller’s status is displayed underneath the caller’s

identity. It can also be a name or number.

Responding to missed calls

Your radio may be programmed with ‘immediate callback’, to

help you manage missed individual and group calls.

Using immediate callback

When you miss a call the LED will flash amber at fast flash

rate, the display will flash CALL, and the caller’s identity and

status may be displayed.

The immediate callback feature can only be used when the

caller’s identity is displayed.

To call back the missed caller:

■Short press the menu key .

CALL

CAR 1

ON SITE

caller’s identity

caller’s status

42 Making and receiving different types of calls

Informing other radio users of your status

You can inform other radio users of your current status by

sending them a status update, for example, ‘On site’. You

may be able to attach a status update to an individual or

group call.

About status messages

A status message contains information about your current

activity or location, which is sent to the called radio. Status

messages are defined when your radio is programmed. Each

message is assigned a number from 0 to 99, and an 8-

character name (for example, AT LUNCH or AT HOME).

Your radio may be programmed to automatically send a

status message when you send a selcall, or you may be able

to assign a status message.

Assigning a status message

To assign a status message to a call:

1Long press the menu key to enter menu mode (if the

radio displays a submenu option, press the clear key to

enter the main menu).

2Scroll through the main menu options using the arrow

keys until SEND SELCALL is displayed.

3Short press the menu key to enter the Selcall submenu

and scroll using the arrow keys until SELECT STATUS

is displayed.

4Select the desired status message from the available list

using the arrow keys .

OR Enter a number from 0 to 99 using the keypad.

5Long press the menu key to confirm your choice and exit.

When you next make a Selcall call, a status message will

be attached.

Making and receiving different types of calls 43

Calling a telephone or a remote device

You can call a telephone or send control codes to a remote

device using a feature called DTMF (the tone-based system

used by the world telephone network).

There are two ways to make a DTMF call:

■Using a preset call.

■Dialling a number.

Making a preset DTMF call

A preset DTMF call may be assigned to one of the

function keys.

To make a call:

1Select the channel the DTMF call is assigned to.

2Press the assigned function key.

Different preset calls may be available on different channels.

One-touch preset calls

A single one-touch call may also be assigned to one of the

function keys.

To make a one-touch preset call:

■Press the assigned function key.

Dialling a DTMF call

Note: This feature is only available for radios with an

alphanumeric keypad.

DTMF call strings can use numbers 0 to 9, letters A to D, and

the and keys.

44 Making and receiving different types of calls

Making an emergency call

Activate emergency mode by using the function key

programmed for emergency mode.

Note: The emergency function key may be programmed for

either a short key press or long key press.

1Press the emergency function key and an emergency call

is sent to your dispatcher, or some other predetermined

location. The radio then enters emergency mode.

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.

Alternatively, emergency mode may be programmed to

end after a fixed period of time, or your dispatcher may

reset your radio to normal operation.

Using a double key press

To avoid accidental use of the emergency function, the

emergency call may have been programmed with a ‘double

keypress activation’ option.

The double keypress activation option will have been

programmed to be used with either a short or long press.

To make an emergency call using a double short press:

■Short press the assigned function key twice within three

seconds.

To make an emergency call using a double long press:

■Long press the assigned function key twice within

five seconds.

Making and receiving different types of calls 45

Activating the automated emergency call feature

Your radio has an automated emergency feature called ‘lone

worker’. Lone worker enables an emergency call to be sent if

you become incapacitated while working alone.

The lone worker feature works by monitoring your activity. If

no key press is detected within a specified period, a warning

tone will sound (also for a specified period), after which an

emergency call will be made.

To turn the lone worker feature on and off:

■Press the assigned function key.

To stop an emergency call from being sent (once the warning

tone has been activated):

■Press any key.

Note: The time between when a key is pressed and the

warning tone is activated, and the duration of the warning

tone before an emergency call is made, vary depending on

how your radio was programmed.

46 Making and receiving different types of calls

Sending and receiving text messages

Your radio may be able to send and receive text messages.

Reading text messages

When your radio receives a message, SDM (short data

message) flashes in the lower left-hand corner of the display

and the radio gives three short, medium-pitched beeps.

■To read a message, long press the menu key . The

message appears across both rows of the display.

■To scroll through the message, use the arrow keys .

■To display a message from the start, hold down the PTT

key and press the left arrow key .

■To display a message from the end, hold down PTT and

press the right arrow key .

Exiting message mode

When you have finished reading a message:

■Long press the menu key to exit.

■Press the clear key to delete the message (the radio

reverts to the mode it was in before you viewed the

message).

Sending a text message

Note: This feature is only available for radios with an

alphanumeric keypad.

To send a message:

1Long press the menu key to enter menu mode (if the

radio displays a submenu option, press the clear key to

enter the main menu).

2Scroll through the main menu options using the arrow

keys until SEND SDM is displayed, then short press

the menu key to display ENTER SDM.

Making and receiving different types of calls 47

3Enter a new message using the keypad (see “Entering a

message” on page 47)

Press an arrow key to begin editing an existing message,

then proceed in the same way as for entering a

new message.

4Short press the menu key. The message, ENTER ID will be

displayed, along with the receiver’s identity for the last

SDM transmission.

5Short press the menu key again to send the message

using the existing ID.

Enter a new ID using the keypad if you are calling a differ-

ent radio (the receiver’s identity must be eight characters

long), then short press the menu key to send.

Note: Once the message has been sent, the radio will return

to the message entry mode in preparation for sending

another message.

6Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

Entering a message

A text messages can contain up to 32 characters. See “Using

the keypad to enter text” on page 21.

48 Changing your radio’s settings

Changing your radio’s settings

Your radio’s audible indicators, radio functions and display

settings can be customized to meet your requirements in the

Display Settings, User Settings and Alert Settings menus.

This section covers:

■changing display settings (display settings menu)

■changing operational settings (user settings menu)

■changing audible tone settings (alert settings menu).

Changing display settings (Display Settings menu)

Note: Some display features may not be available or able to

be modified on your radio.

Display settings are changed in the display settings menu.

Individual items in the display settings menu may be

assigned to a function key.

To access the display settings menu:

1Long press the menu key to enter menu mode (if the

radio displays a submenu option, press the clear key to

enter the main menu).

2Scroll through the main menu options using the arrow

keys until DISPLAY SETTINGS is displayed.

Activating Backlighting (Night Operation)

When backlighting is turned on, the display and keypad will

light up for a few seconds when a key is pressed, a call is

received or the channel is turned.

To turn backlighting on and off:

■Press the assigned function key.

1Enter the display settings menu as described at the

beginning of this section.

Changing your radio’s settings 49

2Short press the menu key , then scroll through the

available menu options until NIGHT is displayed.

3Short press the menu key to turn backlighting on and off.

4Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

Adjusting contrast

If the radio’s display is too light or too dark, you can adjust

the LCD contrast using the contrast adjustment function.

The contrast can be adjusted using a function key or the

menu. After making the adjustment, the radio will

automatically return to its previous mode of operation after a

few seconds of inactivity.

To adjust the display contrast:

■Press the assigned function key. The message CONTRAST

ADJUSTMENT is displayed. Use the arrow keys to

adjust the contrast to the desired level.

1Enter the display settings menu as described at the

beginning of this section.

2Short press the menu key , then scroll through the

available menu options until ADJUST CONTRAST is

displayed.

3Use the arrow keys to adjust the contrast to the

desired level.

4Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

Resetting contrast to the default setting

Your radio may be programmed so that you can reset the

contrast to the factory’s default setting using function key 2.

To reset the contrast to the radio’s default setting:

■Press and hold function key 2 while turning the radio off

then on again.

50 Changing your radio’s settings

Displaying the received signal strength

indicator (RSSI)

When this option is turned on, the strength of the received

signal is displayed in the lower left-hand corner of the menu

display .

To turn RSSI on and off:

1Enter the display settings menu as described at the

beginning of this section.

2Short press the menu key , then scroll through the

available menu options until RSSI is displayed.

3Short press the menu key to turn RSSI ON and OFF.

4Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

Changing operational settings (User Settings menu)

Note: Some operation features may not be available or able

to be modified on your radio.

Operational settings are changed in the user settings menu.

Individual items in the user settings menu may be assigned

to a function key.

To access the user settings menu:

1Long press the menu key to enter menu mode (if the

radio displays a submenu option, press the clear key to

enter the main menu).

2Scroll through the main menu options using the arrow

keys until USER SETTINGS is displayed.

For information on modifying squelch or monitor settings,

see “Improving Your Radio’s Reception (Squelch)” on

page 36 and “Checking That a Channel Is Clear (Monitor)”

on page 37.

Low power transmit

If you are using your radio in conditions where signal

strength is high, you can extend the shift life of your battery

Changing your radio’s settings 51

by transmitting at low power. While low power transmit is

active, transmissions are made at low power rather than at

the preset power level.

Turning low power transmit on and off

While low power transmit mode is active, the low power

transmit icon is displayed in the icon bar.

To turn low power transmit on and off:

■ Press the assigned function key.

1Enter the user settings menu as described at the

beginning of this section.

2Short press the menu key, then scroll through the

available menu options until LOW PWR is displayed.

3Short press the menu key to turn low power on and off.

4Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

Note: Some channels may have been programmed to always

transmit at low power.

Economy mode

Economy mode can be used when there is little or no activity

on the radio. When in economy mode, the radio cycles

between the receive state and a stand-by state, once there

has been no activity for a preset period. Receiving or sending

a call returns the radio to the fully active state.

To turn economy mode on and off:

■ Press the assigned function key.

1Enter the user settings menu as described at the

beginning of this section.

2Short press the menu key , then scroll through the

available menu options until ECONOMY is displayed.

52 Changing your radio’s settings

3Short press the menu key to turn economy mode on

and off.

4Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

Locking the keypad keys and the PTT key

The keypad lock and PTT lock prevents you from pressing a

key accidentally. Which keypad keys are locked depends on

how your radio was programmed, but the clear key can never

be locked.

Locking the keypad keys

To activate or deactivate the keypad lock:

■Press the assigned function key.

1Enter the user settings menu as described at the

beginning of this section.

2Short press the menu key , then scroll through the

available menu options until KEYLOCK is displayed.

3The current status (LOCKED or UNLOCKED) is displayed

underneath.

4Short press the menu key to lock and unlock the keypad.

The keypad lock can also be deactivated by a long press

the clear key.

5Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

If a locked key is pressed, the radio gives a long, low-pitched

beep and displays the message KEYPAD LOCKED.

Locking the PTT key

To activate or deactivate PTT lock:

■Press the assigned function key.

1Enter the user settings menu as described at the

beginning of this section.

Changing your radio’s settings 53

2Short press the menu key , then scroll through the

available menu options until PTTLOCK is displayed.

3The current status (LOCKED or UNLOCKED) is displayed

underneath.

4Short press the menu key to lock and unlock the PTT key.

5Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

Answering a call

If a call is received while the keypad is locked, press any key

to answer.

Choosing a DTMF Dialling Mode

Note: This setting applies to TP8120 radios only.

DTMF dialling has two modes: normal and buffered:

■Normal: Each character in DTMF string is transmitted as

the key is pressed.

■Buffered: The DTMF string is transmitted after all the

characters in the string have been entered.

To select normal or buffered dialling:

1Enter the user settings menu as described at the

beginning of this section.

2Short press the menu key , then scroll through the

available menu options until DTMF is displayed. The

current status (NORMAL or UBUFFERED) is displayed

underneath.

3Short press the menu key to select normal or

buffered dialling.

4Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

Bypassing Repeater Stations (Communicating

Directly with Other Radios)

If you are out of range of a repeater you can communicate

directly with another radio by using a feature called ‘repeater

talkaround’.

54 Changing your radio’s settings

To activate repeater talkaround:

■Press the assigned function key.

To deactivate repeater talkaround:

■Press the function key again or change to another

channel.

Note: Repeater talkaround is not accessible through

the menu.

Changing Audible Tone Settings

(Alert Settings Menu)

Note: Some or all audible tone features may not be availa-

ble or able to be modified on your radio.

Key tone settings can be modified using the alert settings

menu. Audible tones can be modified using the alert settings

menu or a function key (if assigned).

To access the alert settings menu:

1Long press the menu key to enter menu mode (if the

radio displays a submenu option, press the clear key to

enter the main menu).

2Scroll through the main menu options using the arrow

keys until ALERT SETTINGS is displayed.

About Audible Tones

Your radio has two features for controlling which audible

tones you hear:

■Key tones: This feature controls the tones you hear

when you press a function key, or a key on the keypad.

Key tones can be turned on and off.

■Audible tones: This feature provides overall control for

all audible tones, including key tones, receive call tones,

warning tones and so on. Audible tones can be turned on

and off. If audible tones is turned off, key tones will also

be off.

Changing your radio’s settings 55

Turning Key Tones On and Off

To turn keypress tones on and off:

1Enter the alert settings menu as described at the

beginning of this section.

2Short press the menu key , then scroll through the

available menu options until KEYTONES is displayed.

3Short press the menu key to select on or off.

4Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

Disabling Audible Tones

Note: Audible tones may not be available or able to be

modified on your radio.

Audible tones can be turned on and off using a function key

(if assigned).

Turning Audible Tones On and Off

To turn audible tones on and off:

■Press the assigned function key.

1Enter the user settings menu as described at the

beginning of this section.

2Short press the menu key , then scroll through the

available menu options until TONES is displayed.

3Short press the menu key to turn audible tones on

and off.

4Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

Adjusting the Level of Audible Tones

Audible tones have two settings: high and low.

To change between the high and low setting:

1Enter the user settings menu as described at the

beginning of this section.

56 Changing your radio’s settings

2Short press the menu key , then scroll through the

available menu options until LEVEL is displayed. The

current status (HIGH or LOW) is displayed underneath.

3Short press the menu key to select high or low.

4Long press the menu key to exit menu mode.

Charging and caring for batteries 57

Charging and caring for batteries

This section describes how to charge your Tait radio battery

as well as care for it, to ensure safe operation, maximum

performance and prolonged battery life.

Warning: Your battery is designed and manufactured to the

highest standard. If you are using a Lithium-ion battery,

special care must be taken to avoid personal injury or prop-

erty damage. For your safety, follow the instructions included

with your Tait charger and battery.

This section covers:

■radio low battery warning

■removing the battery

■before changing the battery

■charging the battery

■storing batteries

■disposing of batteries.

Radio low battery warning

When the battery is almost empty, your radio warns you in

the following ways:

■The battery indicator on the radio display flashes .

■The LED indicator slowly flashes red .

■A low-pitched beep sounds.

You should recharge or replace the battery as soon as

possible.

When the battery is completely empty, the radio emits a

long, low-pitched beep and then stops operating. Turn off

the radio immediately

58 Charging and caring for batteries

Removing the battery

See also “Attaching the battery” on page 17.

To remove the battery from the radio, so that the battery can

be charged or replaced:

1Squeeze and quickly release both battery catches to

release the catch mechanism.

Note: Don’t push down on the battery; allow the catch

mechanism to release the battery from the radio.

2Remove the battery from the radio.

Before changing the battery

Before you begin to charge your battery, the battery

temperature must be close to the room temperature in which

the battery is to be charged.

Note: Charging starts only when the

battery pack is between 5°C (41°F) and

40°C (104°F).

Charging the battery

Note: The radio must be turned off if placed in the charger

with the battery.

40°C

5°C

104°F

41°F

turn off your

radio while

charging

Charging and caring for batteries 59

1Connect the charger to the correct Tait power adaptor,

and power on the power adaptor. The three charger LEDs

all light up for about two seconds.

2Put the battery in the charger and check that it is

correctly seated.

The red LED

lights up

, to indicate that the battery is

charging.

When the green LED

lights up, the battery is fully

charged.

Note:

If the amber LED

lights up, there is a fault. Switch

off the power adaptor and refer to

“Troubleshooting your

charger” on page 62

3Remove the battery when you are ready. The charger will

not overcharge the battery. Nor will removing the battery

early damage it.

Storing batteries

When not in use for a month or more, batteries should be

stored correctly to prolong their life.

Storing a Li-ion battery

To prepare a Li-ion battery for storage:

■Discharge the battery by allowing the radio to turn

itself off. (The radio display flashes , the radio emits a

long, low-pitched beep and then stops operating.)

■Remove the battery from the radio.

■Store the battery in a cold, dry place.

60 Charging and caring for batteries

Storing a nickel metal hydride (NiMH) battery

To prepare an NiMH battery for storage:

■Remove the battery from the radio. The battery can be

either charged or discharged.

■Store the battery in a cold, dry place.

Using batteries after storage

Batteries that have been stored must be charged before

being used. See “Charging the battery” on page 58.

NiMH batteries that have been stored for longer than three

months may not last an entire shift. This is normal. If stored

properly, the battery’s optimal capacity should be restored

after two or three shifts (charge/discharge cycles).

Disposing of batteries

Batteries should be disposed of properly.

Discharge Li-ion batteries before disposing of them.

When disposing of a battery, be sure to do so in an

environmentally sensitive manner. If disposed of in landfills,

batteries can be very hazardous to the environment.

Please contact your radio provider for information on

recycling programs in your area.

Troubleshooting 61

Troubleshooting

If you are experiencing difficulty operating your radio, you

may find the following sections helpful. Consult your radio

provider for assistance, if necessary.

This section covers:

■when your radio won’t turn on

■removing a belt clip

■checking the version of your radio

■troubleshooting your charger

■general care

■cleaning the radio.

When your radio won’t turn on

If the red LED on the radio does not light up when the radio

is turned on, it is probable that power is not reaching the

radio. Check the following:

■Is the battery firmly attached to the radio?

■Is the battery sufficiently charged?

■Is the battery charger working properly?

If all appears to be in order, but your radio still fails to

operate properly, contact your radio provider for further

assistance.

Removing a belt clip

The belt clip has been designed to prevent accidental

removal, but you can take it off, if required.

To remove a belt clip from a battery:

1Insert a flat screwdriver blade or similar flat object under

the lip of the release lock (that is, between it and the

metal slider).

62 Troubleshooting

2Lift the release lock up (away from the metal slider) and

hold it in position.

3Slide the belt clip out.

Checking the version of your radio

Your radio provider may ask you for the hardware and

firmware version of your radio, for troubleshooting purposes.

Troubleshooting your charger

Charger LEDs do not light up

Possible reason(s) and solution(s) include:

■The power adaptor is not connected, or not turned on.

Remove power adaptor plug and refit.

■The battery has not been detected. Check that the battery

contacts are clean and battery is seated correctly.

■The charger contacts are stuck. Check that the charger

contacts move freely.

Charger amber LED lights up

Possible reason(s) and solution(s) include:

■Charging is suspended because the battery is either too

hot or too cold. Charging will begin when the tempera-

ture of the battery is between 5°C (41°F) and 40°C

(104°F).

■The battery is not compatible with the charger. Check

that the label on the battery charger (Li-ion or NiMH)

matches the label on the battery.

■There is incorrect voltage to the charger. Check you are

using the correct power adaptor and it is not faulty.

■The battery may be faulty. If problem persists consult your

radio provider for advice.

Troubleshooting 63

General care

Your radio requires no regular maintenance other than

ensuring that the battery has sufficient charge and that no

damage has occurred to the antenna or the battery.

To prevent permanent damage to the radio case, do not

allow the radio to come into contact with detergents,

alcohol, aerosol sprays, or petroleum-based products.

For battery care, see “Charging and caring for batteries” on

page 57.

Cleaning the radio

If you need to clean the radio case, use a cloth dampened

with clean water. Do not immerse the radio in fluids.

64 Function key options

Function key options

Note: Some functions are not permitted in some countries.

The features below can be assigned to the function keys

when the radio is programmed. If you do not know which

features have been programmed for your radio, see your

system administrator.

For information on function keys, see “About the function

keys” on page 19.

Common functions

Function Description

Audible Tones

Turns audible tones on and off.

Backlighting

Turns backlighting on. Backlighting will turn off

after a programmed period.

Channel’s DTMF Preset

Sends the DTMF preset call assigned to the current

channel.

Contrast Adjustment

Allows you to adjust the display contrast.

Disable Monitor

Disables the monitor facility, if it is active.

Economy Mode

Turns economy mode on and off.

Emergency DTMF

Activates DTMF emergency mode.

Emergency Selcall

Activates Selcall emergency mode.

Keypad Lock

Locks the keypad so the keys cannot be activated

accidentally; a long press of the clear key deacti-

vates the keypad lock. What keys are locked

depends on how the radio was programmed;

however, the clear key cannot be locked.

Lone Worker

Monitors radio activity so that an emergency call

can be sent if a worker becomes incapacitated.

Function key options 65

Low Power Transmit

Changes the transmit power from medium or high

to low. Pressing the key again returns the transmit

power to the programmed level. Channels can also

be programmed for low power.

Night Use

Turns night operation mode on and off.

Nuisance Delete

Temporarily deletes the current channel from the

scanning regime.

One Touch Call

Sends a preset Selcall call or DTMF call, or selects a

channel.

Preset Selcall

Sends the preset Selcall call assigned to the current

channel.

Program Flexiscan

Allows you to enter Flexiscan programming mode.

You can now change group membership and

change priority channels.

Repeater Access Tone

Sends the repeater access tone to key up the trans-

mitter.

Repeater Talkaround

Allows you to bypass normal repeater operation and

communicate directly with another radio. Pressing

the key again or change to another channel to turn

off repeater talkaround.

Squelch Override

Turns squelch override on and off, so the user can

hear all activity on a channel, including noise. The

radio may be programmed so that a long press of

the clear key turns squelch override on and off.

Toggle Flexiscan

Turns Flexiscan on and off. Your radio may be

programmed so that Flexiscan is turned off when

the PTT key is released after making a call when

Flexiscan is active.

Toggle Monitor

Toggles monitor on and off, so that the user can

hear all traffic on a channel. A short press the clear

key may also toggle monitor.

Function Description

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