ZTE TRUNKING TECHNOLOGY PM790LU1 DIGITAL MOBILE RADIO User Manual
ZTE TRUNKING TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION DIGITAL MOBILE RADIO
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Keys, Interfaces, and Indicators
Front Side
No. Name Function
1Emergency call
key
Pressing this key launches an emergency call with
the current number.
2
Handheld
microphone
interface
Connects to a handheld microphone to make PTT
calls.
3P1~P3 keys Opens a preset function screen directly.
4Screen Shows the current information of the device.
5Back/Delete
key
• Returns to the previous screen.
• Deletes what has been input.
6Menu/OK key • Opens the menu of the device.
• Confirms the selection.
7Call/Answer
key Initiate a call or answer an incoming call.
8Up/Down
navigation key Browses and selects an option on the menu.
9Power key Long-pressing the key to power on/off the device.
10 Hook key Used to end or reject an incoming call.
11 LED indicators Indicates the communication status of the device
(for details, see "LED Indicators").
12 Volume/
Channel knob
• Used to adjust the volume of the device.
• Press and then rotate the knob to select a
channel.
Back Side
No. Name Function
13 Antenna
interface Used to connect an external antenna.
14 Power
interface Used to onnect to the power sup.
15
DB26
accessory
interface
Used to connect to the accessories.
16 GPS antenna
interface Used to connect an external GPS antenna.
LED Indicators
LED indicators show the operation status of the device.
Indicator Status Device Status
Solid on in
green Data being received.
Solid on in red Data being transmitted.
Flashing quickly
in orange Scanning in progress.
Solid on in
orange
After a call is set up successfully, there is no voice call
being transmitted or received in the traffic channel
and now you can hold the PTT key on the handheld
microphone to speak.
Basic Operations
Power On/Off
Hold the Power key to power on/off the device.
Adjust the Volume
After the device is powered on, rotate the Volume/Channel knob
clockwise to increase the volume or anti-clockwise to decrease the
volume.
Connect a Handheld Microphone
Note:
The handheld microphone is an important accessory for PM790. A PTT
call can be made only after a handheld microphone is connected.
You can use the handheld microphone to perform the following
operations.
• Browse the function menu of the PM790, select a function and
make settings.
• Input a private or group call number.
• Initiate, answer and hang up a PTT call.
Getting to Know Your Device
Device Overview
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
DIGITAL VEHICLE-MOUNTED TERMINAL
Programmable keys
In order to improve operation convenience, PM790 has three
programmable keys: P1, P2, and P3, each of which can be programmed
with functions by the distributors. Current functions of the keys are:
Key Current Function
P1 Adjusts the transmit power level (low or high).
P2 Enables/disables the silencing function.
P3 Pending.
Status Indication
LCD icons
Icons are shown on the LCD screen to indicate the statuses as follows:
Icon Description Icon Description
Signal strength
Low power
transmission at the
current channel
Unread messages
High power
transmission at the
current channel
Inbox space is full Alert tone silent
The device is in
scanning status (not
shown in background
scanning)
Interphone silent
The device is in
roaming status GPS in working status
Incoming call In a call
Missed call(s)
Select a Group Call Contact
You can select a group call contact in the following ways after successful
startup and registration:
• Knob
Rotate the Group call select knob to select the contact for a group call.
If no group call contact can be selected, an alert (with alert tone) of
empty group will be given.
• Menu
Press the Menu/OK key to open the main menu. Select Cluster and
then press the Up/Down key to select a group. Select Member and
then press the OK key to enter the group call list corresponding to the
selected cluster. Press the Up/Down key to select needed group call
contact.
• Shortcut
If the distributor has set a shortcut key for the current group call
contact, you can press this key to enter the group call list menu
corresponding to the current cluster and then press the Up/Down key
to select the needed group call contact.
Call
For the answering interphone to have the best volume, it is
recommended to keep your mouth about 2.5~5 cm away from the
microphone.
Private Call
Initiate a Private Call
You can initiate a private call by the following ways. While waiting for
the called party to answer the call, the terminal will give a ring-tone
alert.
• Use Contact or Call Logs to initiate a call.
1. Press the Menu key to enter the main menu.
2. Select Contacts > Contact, or select Call Logs to enter the
Outgoing/Incoming/Missed call list.
3. Press the Up/Down key to select the desired private call contact.
4. Press the PTT key on the handheld microphone to initiate the call.
• Manually dial up to initiate a call.
1. In the standby interface, use the dial-up keypad on the handheld
microphone to input the needed private call number.
2. Press the Call key or handheld microphone PTT key or the # key to
initiate the call.
Parts and respective functions of the handheld microphone are as
follows:
Part Name Function Description
P1~P3 keys
Same functions as the relevant keys of PM790.
Call/Answer key
Hook key
Return key
Up/Down key
Emergency call key
OK key Same functions as the Menu/OK key of PM790.
Dial-up keypad Including Number/Letter keys, * key and # key, all
for dialing up a number.
PTT key Used to initiate PTT calls.
Select a Cluster
You can put group contacts into a cluster to manage the contacts
efficiently. The device supports 64 clusters, each of which can contain
16 group contacts.
You can select a cluster by the following two ways:
• Menu
Press the Menu/OK key to open the main menu. Press the Up/Down
button to select a cluster. After the selected group is opened, set it to
"Default" and then press the OK key to switch to the selected cluster.
• Shortcut
In the standby interface, press the group call management key to open
the cluster menu. Repeat the steps as described above.
Note:
One cluster list is set by factory default. This list contains 64 clusters.
• Use the Missed call list to initiate a private call.
A missed private call can be initiated by pressing the Call key or
handheld microphone PTT key in the alert interface.
Note:
No call can be initiated if the device is not registered or the registration
fails.
Answer a Private Call
A ringing alert is given and the LCD icon is shown when the device
receives a private call. The call is then established if you press the
Answer key or handheld microphone PTT key within a preset time.
The LCD icon is shown and an alert tone is given after the call is
established successfully. If the call is not answered within the preset
time, the missed call icon is shown.
Terminate a Private Call
If you want to end a call, press the Hook key.
Note:
Both the calling and called parties can terminate a private call.
Group Call
Initiate a Group Call
A group call can be initiated by one of the following ways:
• Initiate a call to the preset contact
In the standby interface, press the handheld microphone PTT key to
initiate a group call to the group call contact selected by rotating the
Group call select knob.
• Initiate a call to a group call contact
1. In the standby interface, press the Menu key to enter the main
menu and select a cluster. Or press the Group call manage key to
enter the cluster list.
2. Select Cluster X > Member.
3. Press the Up/Down key to select the desired group call contact.
4. Press the Call key or handheld microphone PTT key to initiate the
call.
• Manually dial up
1. In the standby interface, use the handheld microphone dial-up
keypad to input the needed group call number.
2. Press the # key to switch to the group call.
3. Press the Call key or handheld microphone PTT key or the # key to
initiate the call.
Answer a Group Call
After the device receives a group call, the call is automatically
established without the need of pressing any keys. The LCD icon is
shown and an alert tone is given after the call is established successfully.
Late Access
After a group call is established, a member in the group can access the
call later in the call process.
Terminate a Group Call
Press the Hook key to terminate a group call.
Note:
Only the calling party can terminate a group call.
Emergency Call
Note:
An emergency call has the top priority, yet the device needs to be
authorized first to make emergency calls.
You can initiate an emergency call by the following way:
1. Input a desired emergency call number.
2. Press the # button to switch between Private call/Group call.
3. Press the Emergency Call key or handheld microphone PTT key or
the # key to initiate an emergency call.
You can also bind a one-button call or a long-press number button to
initiate an emergency call.
Device Menu
Cluster
You can view the current cluster information.
Call Logs
You can view the Outgoing/Incoming/Missed calls, or clear the call logs.
Contacts
You can view the contact list or add a new contact.
Zone
You can view the zone list and switch zones.
Work Mode
You can switch among three work modes: conventional, PDT Trunking,
and MTP Trunking.
Accessories
You can view and set accessories such as the positioning system.
Settings
Power Level
You can set the power level as low or high.
Radio Settings
• Language: Set the language of the device.
• Backlight: Can be set to Off, Infinite, and Timer.
• Brightness: Adjust the brightness of the screen.
• LED indication: Can be set to enable or disable.
• Alert Tone
You can turn on/off the radio silent, set the tone volume, and set
the alert tones for operations including the keypad, private call,
group call, and power on/off.
• Alias Display: Two options are Alias and ID.
• Encrypt: You can enable or disable this function.
• Date: Set the date of the device.
• Time: Set the time of the device.
Device Info
The device information is shown.
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Learning More
To learn about more information about your PM790, visit the website
http://www.ztegota.com.cn
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For security information, refer to the user manual of PM790.
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RF Energy Exposure Information
RF Energy Exposure Awareness And Control
Information For Fcc Occupational Use Requirements
I before using the DIGITAL MOBILE RADIO, review the following important RF energy awareness
and control information and operational instructions. Comply with this information and
instructions in order to ensure compliance with RF exposure guidelines.e the capability to
access information in that form.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by ZTE TRUNKING TECHNOLOGY
CORPORATION could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to
provide communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses RF energy or
radio waves to send and receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy. Other
forms include, but are not limited to, electric power, sunlight, and x-rays. RF energy, however,
should not be confused with these other forms of electromagnetic energy, which, when used
improperly, can cause biological damage. Very high levels of x-rays, for example, can damage
tissues and genetic material.Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry
work with organizations to develop standards for exposure to RF energy.These standards
provide recommended levels of RF exposure for both workers and the general public. These
recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins of protection. All two-way
radios marketed in North America are designed, manufactured, and tested to ensure they
meet government-established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also
recommend specific operating instructions to users of two-way radios. These instructions are
important because they inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple
procedures on how to control it. Refer to the following websites for more information on what
RF energy exposure is and how to control exposure to assure compliance with established RF
exposure limits:
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html
http://www.osha.gov./SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html
Federal Communications Commission Regulations
Before it was marketed in the United States, the Digital portable radio was tested to ensure
compliance with FCC RF energy exposure limits for two-way portable radios. When two-way
radios are used as a consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of
and able to control their exposure to meet occupational requirements. Exposure awareness
can be facilitated by the use of a label directing users to specific user awareness information.
The radio has an RF exposure product label.Also, the Product Safety Manual and this
Operator’s Manual include information and operating instructions required to control RF
exposure and to satisfy compliance requirements.
Operation Safety Recommendations
Occupational Safety Guidelines And Safety Training Information
To ensure bodily exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for
occupational use. Always adhere to the following basic guidelines:
• The push-to-talk button should only be depressed when intending to send a voice message.
• The radio should only be used for necessary work-related communications.
• The radio should only be used by authorized and trained personnel. It should never be
operated by children.
• Do not attempt any unauthorized modification to the radio. Changes or modifications to the
radio may cause harmful interference and/or cause it to exceed FCC RF exposure limits.
Only qualified personnel should service the radio.
• Always use only authorized accessories (antennas, control heads, speakers/mics, etc.). Use
of unauthorized accessories can cause the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to
be exceeded.
The information listed above provides the user with information needed to make him or her
aware of a RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates within the FCC
exposure limits of this radio.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Operational Instructions and Training Guidelines
To ensure optimal performance and compliance with the occupational/controlled environment
RF energy exposure limits in the above standards and guidelines, users should transmit not
more than 50% of the time and always adhere to the following procedures:
● Antenna gain must not exceed 3.5dBi.
●The antenna must be installed complying with the requirements of manufacturer or supplier,
and it must be at least 0.6 meters away from human body.
●The radio product is mobile station.
Technical Parameters:
Frequency Range:400MHz to 470MHz；
RF Output Power: High Power:45W, Mid Power: 25W, Low Power: 5W；
Modulation Type:
Analog Voice: FM, Digital Data: 4FSK;
Channel Separation: Analog : 12.5kHz, Digital : 12.5kHz;
FCC Statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE 1: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
NOTE 2: Any changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.