OPERATING
MANUAL
7700 Series
FM Portable Radio
Intrinsically-Safe
SMARTNET , SmartZone
Conventional
™
®
LAND MOBILE PRODUCT WARRANTY - The manufacturer’s
warranty statement for this product is available from your product
supplier or from the E.F. Johnson Company, 299 Johnson Avenue, Box
1249, Waseca, MN 56093-0514. Phone (507) 835-6222.
Copyright© 2000 by the E.F. Johnson Company
The E.F. Johnson Company, which was founded in 1923, provides wire-
less communication systems solutions for public safety, government, and
commercial customers. The company designs, manufactures, and markets
conventional and trunked radio systems, mobile and portable subscriber
radios, repeaters, and Project 25 digital radio products.
Viking Head/EFJohnson logo and Call Guard® are trademarks of the E.F.
Johnson Company. SMARTNET™, SmartZone®, Call Alert™,
Enhanced Private Conversation™, and Private Conversation II™ are
trademarks of Motorola, Inc. All other company and/or product names
used in this manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their
respective manufacturer.
SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
The FCC has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to RF energy.
Proper operation of this radio under normal conditions results in user
exposure to RF energy below the Occupational Safety and Health Act and
Federal Communication Commission limits.
WARNING
• DO NOT allow the antenna to touch or come in very close proximity
with the eyes, face, or any exposed body parts while the radio is
transmitting.
• DO NOT operate this transceiver in flammable or explosive atmo-
spheres that are not listed on the label on the back of the transceiver.
• DO NOT operate the radio near electrical blasting caps. Be sure to turn
it off in areas posted “Blasting Area” or “Turn Off Two-Way Radio”.
Remote controlled RF devices are sometimes used to set off explosives.
• DO NOT open this transceiver or permit it to be serviced by anyone that
is not authorized by the Factory Mutual Research Corporation to repair
E.F. Johnson intrinsically safe radios.
• DO NOT operate the radio without the proper antenna installed. A
minor skin burn can result if you touch a broken or damaged antenna.
Replace the antenna only with the correct E.F. Johnson replacement.
• DO NOT allow children to operate or play with this radio. They could
injure themselves, damage the radio, or make calls that increase your
bill.
• DO NOT use unapproved battery packs. Use only E.F. Johnson
Intrinsically Safe Battery Pack, Part No. 587-8150-136.
• DO NOT remove, install, or recharge the battery pack while in a
hazardous location. Also, DO NOT dispose of the battery pack in fire
because it may explode.
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OTHER IMPORTANT OPERATING INFORMATION
• DO NOT use accessories that have not been approved by the Factory
Mutual Corporation for use with this transceiver.
NOTE: The above warning list is not intended to include all hazards that
may be encountered when using 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. In
addition, changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by the E.F. Johnson Company could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment (FCC rules, 47CFR Part 15.19).
OTHER IMPORTANT OPERATING
INFORMATION
Vehicle Operation While Using Transceiver - Observe all local regula-
tions regarding the use of radio equipment while operating a vehicle. To
safely operate the transceiver in some driving conditions, it may be
necessary to pull off the road and park.
Interference With Other Electronic Devices - Most electronic devices
are shielded to prevent interference from RF transmitters. However, some
devices may be affected, especially when the RF equipment is in close
proximity. Therefore, do not use this transceiver where signs prohibit the
use of radio equipment, and always request permission before using it
near medical devices or equipment. Some automotive anti-lock braking
systems (ABS) may also be affected by RF energy.
Interference With Aircraft - Make sure that this transceiver is turned off
before entering any aircraft. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
regulations require that you do not use radio equipment while the aircraft
is in the air and that you obtain crew permission before using it on the
ground.
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FEATURES
FEATURES
General Features
• 16 Zones with 16 Channels per Zone (256 Channels Total)
• Home Zone Select
• Radio-Wide Scan
• Time-Out Timer
• LCD 8-Character Alphanumeric Display with 12 Status Annunciators
Conventional Features
• Channel Scan with User Programmable Scan Lists
• Priority Channel Sampling
• Busy Channel Lockout
• Monitor Mode
• Call Guard Squelch Control
• Penalty Timer
• Conversation Timer
• Repeater Talk-around
• DTMF/ANI Signaling
• User Selectable Power Output
SMARTNET™ II Features
• Group, Enhanced Private Conversation™, Private Conversation II™,
and Telephone Calls
• Call Alert™ (Paging)
• Emergency Calls
• Messaging
• Priority Monitor Scanning
• Failsoft Operation
• Dynamic Regrouping
SmartZone® Features
• Site Trunking
• Site Search
• Site Lock/Unlock
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
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OPTION SWITCH FUNCTIONS
OPTION SWITCH FUNCTIONS
AUX
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
#
F1
F1
F3
F2
F2
ENT
CLR
FCN
F3
*
ENT
The programmable option switches are AUX and FCN on the side
panel and F1/F2/F3 on 3-key models and F1/F2/F3/*/# on 15-key models
as shown above. The available functions for each operating mode and the
page on which each function is described are listed in the following table.
Consult your dealer to determine what functions are controlled by each
switch and then write the switch label next to the applicable function. Do
more option switch information.
CONVENTIONAL MODE
Switch
Function
See Page
Backlight
Displayed Information
High/Low Power
Home Zone
Keypad Lock
Monitor
Normal/Selective
Priority
Radio Wide Scan
Repeater Talk-Around
Scan
Scan Edit
Tones On-Off
Zone
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CONTROLS AND DISPLAY
CONTROLS AND DISPLAY
Channel Select Sw
On-Off/Volume
Antenna Jack
16
1
2
15
14
3
4
5
13
12
6
11
7
10
8
OFF/VOL
9
RX
TX
BATT
Low
Battery
Receive Signal
Detected
Transmitter
Keyed
Top Panel Controls
On-Off Volume - Turning this knob clockwise turns power on and sets
the volume level. Turning it counterclockwise to the detent turns power
off.
Channel Select Switch - Selects up to 16 preprogrammed channels.
Antenna Jack - Connection point for the antenna.
Top Panel Indicators
TX Indicator (Red) - Indicates when the transmitter is keyed.
RX Indicator (Green) Indicates that the channel may be busy because a
signal is being detected.
Low-Battery Indicator (Amber) - Indicates that the battery charge is
getting low and a recharge will soon be required.
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CONTROLS AND DISPLAY
Side Controls
AUX (Auxiliary) - This is a dealer programmable
switch that can control various functions (see page 9).
With the limited keypad (3-key) version, it is also the
CLR key.
AUX
PTT
PTT (Push-To-Talk) - This switch is pressed to turn
the transmitter on. The red TX indicator on the top
panel lights when the transmitter is on.
FCN
FCN (Function) - This is a dealer programmable
switch that can control various functions (see page 9).
Battery Release Button - Pushing this spring-loaded
button upward releases the battery so that it can be
removed for recharging or replacement. Turn power off
before removing the battery.
Battery Release
Button
Accessory Connector (not shown) - This connector is on the opposite
side of the transceiver, and it is the connection point for optional accesso-
ries such as a speaker-microphone.
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CONTROLS AND DISPLAY
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
#
1
4
7
F1
F2
CLR
F3
*
ENT
Front Panel Keys (15-Key Model)
0 - 9 - These keys enter a number whenever number entry is required.
F1 - Programmable by your dealer to control a specific function (see
page 9).
F2 - Programmable by your dealer to control a specific function. In
addition, in menus, it provides the Clear (CLR) function.
F3 - Programmable by your dealer to control a specific function. In
addition, in menus, it provides the Enter (ENT) function.
- Programmable by your dealer to control a specific function. In
*
addition, in menus, it provides the Scroll Left (
) function.
- Programmable by your dealer to control a specific function. In
#
addition, in menus, it provides the Scroll Right (
) function.
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CONTROLS AND DISPLAY
Radio- Talk-Around
Priority
Channel
Telephone
Call
In Scan
Monitor
Mode
Scan
Enabled
Wide
Scan
Mode
Private
Call
List
Low Battery
Low Tx
Power
Busy
Channel
Keypad
Locked
Display
The following information is indicated by the display:
Alphanumeric Display - This eight-character area of the display indi-
cates alphanumeric messages and feature selection information.
and radio wide scanning cannot be enabled at the same time.
- The box around the “S” indicates that the current conventional
- Telephone (interconnect) mode is selected with SMARTNET/
SmartZone channels only (page 41).
39).
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LOW - Low transmit power is selected on a conventional channel
BUSY - A busy system or transmit channel is being detected by the Busy
- The keypad has been locked by pressing the Keypad Lock option
GENERAL OPERATION
Introduction
The following section describes features available with both trunked
and conventional operation. Features unique to conventional channels are
Turning Power On and Setting Volume
Power is turned on and off by the On-Off/Volume switch on the top
panel. When power is initially turned on, an alert tone sounds and the
radio software version is momentarily displayed. The zone alias is then
displayed followed by the unit ID if a SMARTNET/SmartZone channel is
To turn power off, turn the On-Off/Volume knob counterclockwise
until a click occurs. The display may remain on for a few seconds after
power is turned off. It is recommended that power not be turned back on
again until the display is blank.
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The relative volume level can be determined by noting the position
of the index on the On-Off/Volume knob. To enable a reference tone for
setting the volume, proceed as follows:
front panel keys are pressed.
• If a conventional channel is selected and the Monitor option switch is
the receiver and either voice or background noise is heard. If a
SMARTNET/SmartZone channel is selected, the receiver cannot be
manually unsquelched.
Backlight
The backlight for the display and keypad can be manually turned on
by pressing the Backlight option switch if it is available. It can also be
dealer programmed to automatically turn on when any key is pressed. It
then automatically turns off after a programmed delay so that battery
drain is minimized.
Option Switches
The programmable option switches are as follows:
• F1, F2, and F3 on front panel. In addition, with full keypad (15-key)
models, the *, and # keys are programmable.
• AUX and FCN on the side panel
If your radio is programmed with both conventional and
can be dealer programmed to control a different set of functions for each
channel type. For example, the F1 switch could select Hi/Lo Power when
a conventional channel is selected and Private Calls when a
SMARTNET/SmartZone channel is selected. The available functions in
programmed functions are not indicated in these tables, consult your
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dealer to determine how your switches have been programmed. If no
option switch has been programmed to control a particular function, that
function may not be available or may be in a fixed mode.
Keypad Lock
If the Keypad Lock option switch has been programmed, the keypad
can be locked (disabled) to prevent keys from being accidentally pressed.
To lock the keypad, press this switch and a locked keypad is indicated by
the
icon in the display. To unlock the keypad again, press and hold the
Keypad Lock switch until a tone sounds. The keypad can also be disabled
by dealer programming. It is then permanently disabled and cannot be re-
enabled by the user.
Low Battery Indication
When the battery voltage falls below a preset level, the
icon
appears in the display and stays on until power is turned off. In addition,
the following low battery indications may be programmed to occur:
• The amber BATT indicator on the top panel lights.
• A beep sounds once per minute in the standby mode.
• A beep sounds each time the PTT switch is pressed.
The battery should be recharged as soon as practical after a low
is also a battery saver function that may be programmed which automati-
cally switches to a lower power output level when the site is very near.
Channel and Zone Selection
Channel Select
To change the current channel, rotate the 16-position channel
selector knob on the top panel to the desired position. With SMARTNET/
SmartZone channels, the channel is always indicated by alias (name).
With conventional channels, the channel number or frequency may also
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Zone Select
A zone is a group of up to any 16 conventional and SMARTNET/
SmartZone channels defined by dealer programming. Up to 16 zones can
be programmed for a total of 16 x 16 or 256 channels. One use of zones
may be to select groups of channels programmed for operation in
different geographical areas or radio systems. If selectable zones have
been programmed in your radio, consult your dealer for more information
on how they are used. Zones are selected as follows:
1. Press the Zone option switch and the alias (name) of the current zone is
flashed in the display.
2. Use the number keys to enter the desired zone number or scroll through
the available zones using the
and
keys.
3. Once the desired zone is displayed, press the ENT key or wait 4
seconds.
Home Zone
The radio can be programmed with a home zone. Then when power
is turned on, the radio can be programmed so that either the home or last
selected zone is automatically selected.
If the Home Zone option switch is programmed, it can be used to
quickly select or change the home zone. To select the home zone, simply
press this switch. Then to change the home zone to the currently selected
zone, press and hold this switch until a tone sounds (approximately 1
second).
Time-Out Timer
The time-out timer disables the transmitter if it is keyed for longer
than the programmed time. On each channel it can be programmed for
times from 15 seconds up to 3 minutes, 45 seconds or disabled (not used).
If the transmitter is keyed continuously for longer than the programmed
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time, the transmitter is disabled and an invalid condition tone sounds.
Five seconds before time-out occurs, an alert tone sounds to indicate that
time-out is approaching. The timer and tone are reset by releasing the
PTT switch.
One use of this feature is to prevent a channel from being kept busy
for an extended period by an accidentally keyed transmitter. It can also
prevent possible transmitter damage caused by transmitting for an exces-
sively long period. Conventional channels can also be programmed with
the Penalty and Conversation timers that are described starting on
Tone Enable/Disable
the Tones On-Off option switch if it is programmed. When tones are
enabled by this switch, “TONE ON” is momentarily displayed and a tone
sounds. Conversely, when tones are disabled, “TONE OFF” is displayed
and no tone sounds. If the Tones On-Off option switch is not
programmed, tones are fixed in the on or off mode.
Scanning
Introduction
Scanning cycles through a list of channels, called a “scan list”,
checking each for messages. When a message is detected that your trans-
ceiver is programmed to receive, scanning stops and the message is
received. Shortly after the message is complete, scanning resumes (unless
it has been disabled).
There are two basic scan modes: Standard and Radio Wide. The
Standard mode is unique to the type of channel selected (conventional or
SMARTNET/SmartZone), and the Radio Wide mode is the same regard-
less of the channel type selected. Only one of these scan modes can be
enabled at a time. Therefore, if standard scanning is enabled while radio
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wide scanning is occurring, radio wide scanning is automatically disabled
and vice versa. More information on these modes follows.
Standard Scanning
Standard scanning monitors only channels that are the same type as
that currently selected. Therefore, if a conventional channel is selected,
only conventional channels are scanned, and if a SMARTNET channel is
selected, only SMARTNET channels are scanned. Standard scanning is
turned on and off by the Scan option switch as follows. If this switch is
not programmed, standard scanning is not available.
• To turn standard scanning on, press the Scan option switch. Scanning is
enabled when the “S” icon is indicated in the upper left corner of the
display and SCAN x (conventional) or SCAN ON (SMARTNET/
SmartZone) is briefly displayed. The “x” is the number of the conven-
information.
• To turn scanning off, press the Scan option switch again. The “S” icon
is then no longer indicated and “SCAN OFF” is briefly displayed.
• If the zone or channel is changed while scanning is selected, scanning
continues on the same or a different scan list (see scan list information
which follows).
Radio Wide Scanning
Radio wide scanning monitors the channels in the preprogrammed
of any type (conventional or SMARTNET/SmartZone) assigned to any
zone. Radio wide scanning is turned on and off by the Radio Wide Scan
option switch as follows. If this switch is not programmed, radio wide
scanning is not available.
• To turn radio wide scanning on, press the Radio Wide Scan option
switch. The
icon is then displayed continuously and “RWS ON” is
displayed briefly.
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• To turn radio wide scanning off, press the Radio Wide Scan option
switch again. The
icon is then no longer indicated and “RWS
OFF” is displayed briefly.
• If the zone or channel is changed while radio wide scanning,
scanning continues normally.
Scan Resume Delay
When a message is received or transmitted while scanning, there is a
dealer programmable delay before scanning resumes. The delay after
receiving a call prevents another message from being received before you
can make a response, and the delay after transmitting a call ensures that
you hear a response to your call instead of another message occurring on
some other channel.
Standard Mode Scan List
NOTE: The selected channel is always scanned.
With conventional operation up to three scan lists can be
programmed. The list that is scanned is selected by the Scan option
does not change the current scan list. The scan lists are user program-
mable if the Scan Edit option switch is programmed.
With SMARTNET/SmartZone operation, each channel can be
programmed so that one of up to three different scan lists is automatically
selected or scanning is disabled. The scan list is not user selectable or
programmable.
Radio Wide Mode Scan List
With radio wide scanning, there is only one preprogrammed scan list
available regardless of the type of channel selected, and it is not user
programmable.
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Determining Which Channels are in Scan List
Channels in the standard SMARTNET/SmartZone and radio wide
lists are not indicated. With conventional channels, the selected channel
is in the current scan list if the box
the upper left corner of the display.
icon (around “S”) is indicated in
Nuisance Channel Delete
With standard scanning, channels can be temporarily deleted from
the scan list, for example, if messages on a channel become annoying.
This feature is not available with radio wide scanning. Proceed as follows:
NOTE: The selected channel and conventional priority channels cannot
be deleted from the scan list.
1. While receiving a message on the channel to be deleted, press and hold
the Scan option switch until the alert tone sounds (about 1 second).
2. The channel is then deleted and scanning of the remaining channels in
the scan list resumes.
3. Deleted channels are added back into the scan list if either of the
following occur:
• Scanning is turned off and then on again using the Scan switch.
• Transceiver power is turned off and then on again.
Conventional and SMARTNET/SmartZone Operation
Introduction
Each selectable channel is dealer programmable for either conven-
tional or SMARTNET™/SmartZone® (trunked) operation. For example,
Zone 1/Channel 1 could be a conventional channel, Zone 1/Channel 2 a
SMARTNET/SmartZone channel, and so on. Consult your dealer to
determine the type or types of operation programmed in your radio. More
information on these modes follows.
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Conventional Operation
This is a non-trunked operation mode which accesses independent
radio channels (there is no automatic access to several channels as with
trunked operation). Monitoring before transmitting may not occur auto-
matically in this mode, so you may have to manually monitor the channel
before transmitting to make sure that it is not being used by anyone else
receive frequency and other parameters such as Call Guard squelch
coding.
SMARTNET/SmartZone Operation
This is a trunked operating mode that uses ID codes to select which
mobiles are being called and which calls are received. Monitoring is
performed automatically and special messages and tones indicate busy
and out-of-range conditions. Enhanced features include roaming (Smart-
Zone only), telephone, private, and emergency calls, Call Alert, and
messaging. Operating features unique to SMARTNET/SmartZone chan-
nels are described starting on page 34.
This radio supports only the SMARTNET II trunking protocol. It
does not support the SMARTNET I (also referred to as Type I) protocol.
When a SMARTNET or SmartZone channel is selected or the radio is
powered up on one of those channels, it searches for a control channel
and attempts to register on the radio system. Once a control channel is
found, the alias (name) of the selected channel is displayed. If a control
channel could not be found (because of an out of range condition or the
system ID is not correct, for example), “NO SYS” is displayed and the
radio continues to search for a control channel.
The control channel transmits and receives system information to
and from all radios registered on the system. Therefore, once a control
channel is found, it is continuously monitored for incoming call informa-
tion and is used to make call requests. The radio automatically changes to
a traffic channel to place and receive calls and then returns to the control
channel when the call is complete.
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CONVENTIONAL FEATURES
Introduction
The following information describes features unique to the conven-
tional operating mode (see brief description on preceding page). Refer to
the preceding “General Operation” section for information on features
common to all operating modes, and to the SMARTNET/SmartZone
Display Mode Selection
If the Displayed Information option switch is programmed, the
display mode used to indicate conventional channels can be user selected.
Pressing this switch cycles between the following modes. The selected
mode does not change when power is turned off. If the Displayed Infor-
mation option switch is not programmed, the Alias mode is always used.
Alias - The preprogrammed alphanumeric tag for the channel is
displayed.
Number - The channel number from 1-16 is displayed.
Frequency - The receive frequency of the selected channel is displayed
in megahertz.
Monitoring Before Transmitting
With conventional operation, you may need to manually monitor the
channel before transmitting to make sure that it is not being used by
someone else. If you were to transmit while someone else was using the
channel, you would probably disrupt their conversation. Channels are
monitored automatically or manually as follows:
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Automatic Channel Monitoring
If the selected channel is programmed for Busy Channel Lockout
feature (consult your dealer), monitoring is performed automatically.
Manual Channel Monitoring
The automatic monitoring just described may not be programmed or
it may occasionally disable the transmitter even if the channel is not in
use. In this case, the channel must be monitored manually as follows:
Rx Indicator - With scanning disabled, note if the green RX indicator
on the top panel is on. If it is not, the channel is not being used and you
can transmit your call. If it is on, the channel may be busy and you
should not place your call (see next paragraph).
Monitor Mode - There may be times when the busy indication is
displayed even though no one is using the channel. Monitoring should
then be performed by disabling Call Guard squelch using the Normal/
described next.
Monitor Mode
The monitor mode temporarily disables squelch control features
(such as Call Guard® squelch) so that all messages are heard on the
selected channel. It also overrides the Busy Channel Lockout feature (see
next section) and temporarily halts scanning.
To monitor the selected transmit channel, select the monitor mode
by briefly pressing the Monitor option switch (if available). The
is displayed and the receiver unsquelches when the monitor mode is
icon
enabled. To disable the monitor mode and return to normal operation,
press the Monitor switch a second time.
To monitor the selected receive channel instead of the transmit
channel, press and hold the Monitor switch until the alert tone sounds
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(approximately 1 second). This function may be useful, for example,
during weak signal conditions if intermittent squelching makes a message
difficult to understand.
Busy Channel Lockout
The Busy Channel Lockout feature (also called Transmit Disable On
Busy) automatically disables the transmitter if the channel is busy when
the PTT switch is pressed. When a busy condition is detected by this
feature, the transmitter is disabled, “BUSY” is indicated in the lower part
of the display, and a tone similar to a standard telephone busy tone
sounds until the PTT switch is released. This feature is programmed to
operate in one of the following modes on each channel:
Off - The transmitter keys even if the channel is busy.
Noise - The transmitter is disabled if any signal is detected on the
channel.
Tone - The transmitter is disabled if the detected squelch coding is not
correct.
If busy override is permitted by programming, it is possible to
transmit even when the transmitter is disabled by this feature. Simply
release the PTT switch and then quickly press it again.
Call Guard Squelch
General
Call Guard® squelch (also called CTCSS/DCS signaling) may be
programmed on conventional channels. This feature eliminates
distracting messages intended for others using the channel by using a
subaudible tone or digital code to control the squelch. This tone or code is
unique to a user or talk group on that channel. It is transmitted by the
mobile placing a call, and if Call Guard squelch is programmed in the
mobile receiving the call, it must detect the correct tone or code to
receive the call.
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Call Guard Squelch Enable/Disable
To disable Call Guard (Selective) squelch so that all messages on the
selected or scanned channels are heard, press the Normal/Selective option
switch if programmed. Then to re-enable Call Guard squelch, press the
Normal/Selective switch again.
When Call Guard squelch is disabled by this switch, “SQ NORM” is
flashed on the lower line of the display, and when it is enabled, “SQ
SLCT” is flashed. The mode selected by this switch does not change
when other channels are selected or power is cycled. Call Guard squelch
Changing the Call Guard Code
If you have the full keypad (15-key) model and the ability to change
Call Guard codes has been enabled by programming, the transmit and
receive codes from one channel can be temporarily or permanently reas-
signed to all channels of the current zone. Proceed as follows:
1. Using the number keys, enter the number of the channel that is
programmed with the code you want to reassign to all channels (only
channels 1-9 can be selected). See “Display Mode Selection” on
page 25 for information on displaying channel numbers.
2. The display then briefly indicates “CODE x”, where “x” is the key you
pressed. The codes assigned to that channel are then reassigned to all
the other channels in the current zone. The reassignments remain in
effect even after power is cycled.
3. To restore all Call Guard codes in the current zone to the original
settings, press the “0” key.
Penalty Timer
A penalty timer may be programmed on conventional channels to
prevent transmissions for a period of time after the time-out timer
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when the PTT switch is released after the transmitter has been disabled. If
the PTT switch is pressed during the penalty time, the time-out indication
occurs again. A beep sounds when the penalty timer expires and the
transmitter can then be keyed.
Conversation Timer
A conversation timer can be programmed on conventional channels
to limit the total length of a conversation rather than just the length of
each transmission as with the time-out timer. This timer is reset when the
time between transmissions exceeds the penalty time just described. A
warning tone sounds 5 seconds before the conversation timer expires.
When it expires, the transmitter is disabled and a warning tone sounds.
The transmitter remains disabled for the length of the penalty time, and a
beep sounds when it can be keyed again.
Repeater Talk-Around
Normally, all your transmissions go through a repeater which
usually increases range. However, if you are out of range of the repeater,
you cannot talk to anyone else on that channel even though the mobile
you are calling may be only a short distance away. To allow communica-
tion when this situation occurs, repeater talk-around can be used to allow
direct communication with a mobile without going through a repeater.
Repeater talk-around can be selected if the Repeater Talk-Around
option switch is programmed. When talk-around is enabled by this
switch, the
icon is displayed and “RTA ON” is flashed in the display.
Then when it is disabled by pressing the switch again, that icon is no
longer displayed and “RTA OFF” is flashed. Changing channels or
turning power off does not change the selected talk-around mode.
Power Output Select
If the High/Low Power option switch is programmed and power
selection is permitted on the current channel, either high or low trans-
mitter power can be selected. Generally, the high power setting allows
you to transmit longer distances but uses more battery power, and the
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opposite occurs with the low power setting. When the low power is
selected on the current channel, “LOW” is indicated continuously near
the bottom of the display.
Pressing the High/Low Power switch toggles the power setting. The
new level is flashed in the display when this switch is pressed as “HI
POWER” or “LO POWER”. If power selection is not permitted on the
channel, the fixed power level is flashed and no power change occurs.
Turning power off or changing channels does not change the power
setting selected for a channel.
Conventional Mode Scanning
General
The following information describes scanning features unique to
conventional operation. Scan operation common to all modes is described
Selecting a Scan List
When standard scanning with full keypad (15-key) models, one of
up to three scan lists can be selected. These lists can be dealer or user
programmed as described in the information which follows. With limited
keypad (3-key) models, only one scan list is available and it cannot be
user programmed. However, nuisance channels can still be temporarily
deleted as described on page 23.
Proceed as follows to select a scan list with full keypad models:
1. Press the Scan option switch to enable scanning. The currently selected
scan list is momentarily indicated as “Scan x”, where “x” is the list
number (1-3).
2. To select one of the other lists, press the number key corresponding to
the desired list (1-3) and the selected list is then momentarily displayed
as “Scan x”. The selected scan list is stored in memory and does not
change until this procedure is repeated.
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Programming a Scan List
When full keypad (15-key) models, each of the three scan lists is
user programmable if the Scan Edit option switch is programmed and
user programming of the list is allowed. Scan list programming is not
available with limited keypad (3-key) models. Proceed as follows to
program a scan list:
1. Make sure all scanning is off (neither the standard scan “S” icon or
radio-wide scan
icon displayed).
2. Press the Scan Edit option switch and then within 2 seconds press the
number key (1-3) corresponding to the scan list you want to edit. If a
list is not selected within the allotted time, the last active conventional
standard scan list is automatically selected. The selected list is indicated
as “SCAN x”. If user programming is disabled on a list, “NO LIST” is
momentarily displayed and it cannot be edited.
3. Select the channel you want to add or delete using the
and
keys. To change zones, press the F1 key and select the new zone.
4. If the selected channel is in the scan list, the box
around “S” is
indicated in the upper left corner of the display. To add the channel to
the scan list, press the “1” key, and to delete the channel, press the “2”
key.
NOTE: The priority channel cannot be deleted (see “Priority Channel
Sampling” description which follows).
5. To exit this mode and save the changes, press the ENT or CLR key.
Transmitting in Scan Mode
When the transmitter is keyed with scanning enabled, the radio can
be programmed so that the transmission always occurs on one of the
following channels:
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• Priority channel (see following description)
• Selected channel
• Channel of a call if the response is made before scanning resumes
Priority Channel Sampling
General
The priority channel sampling feature ensures that when standard
scanning, messages on the priority channel are not missed while listening
to a message on some other channel. Your transceiver can be
programmed so that the priority channel is a fixed channel associated
with the current scan list, the currently selected channel, or not used.
When the selected channel is a priority channel, “P” is indicated in the
upper right part of the display.
Priority channel sampling occurs only with Standard conventional
scanning. It does not occur with Radio Wide scanning, when listening to
any type of SMARTNET/SmartZone call, or when transmitting. A series
of “ticks” may be heard when the priority channel is sampled while
listening to a message on some other channel.
Changing The Priority Channel
If a specific priority channel is associated with the current scan list,
it can be changed if the Priority option switch is programmed. Proceed as
follows:
1. Make sure all scanning is off (neither the standard scan “S” icon or
radio-wide scan
icon displayed).
2. Select the channel that you want to be the priority channel using the
channel selector switch on the top panel. If the channel is in a different
zone, also select the appropriate zone.
3. Press the Priority option switch and the “P” icon is displayed to indi-
cate that the selected channel is now the priority channel.
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Standard Conventional Calls
Standard conventional calls are calls to or from other mobile units
on the selected channel. The proper coded Call Guard signaling (see
page 27) may need to be transmitted for them to receive your call and
also for you to receive their calls. Proceed as follows to place and receive
these calls:
Placing a Standard Conventional Call
channel programmed for the mobile you want to call (see “Channel and
2. Monitor the channel automatically or manually as described on
3. Press the PTT switch and the call proceeds as follows:
• If the Busy Channel Lockout feature is programmed on the channel,
the transmitter is automatically disabled if the channel is busy (see
• Otherwise, busy and out-of-range conditions are not indicated and
speaking can begin after monitoring the channel.
4. Press (and hold) the PTT switch to talk and release it to listen.
Receiving a Standard Conventional Call
1. Select or scan the channel programmed for the call you want to receive
2. When the call is received, press the PTT switch to talk and release it to
listen. If scanning, you may have to respond before scanning resumes
to ensure that the response occurs on the channel of the call.
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DTMF/ANI Signaling
DTMF (Dual Tone Multi-Frequency) tones can be generated
manually or automatically for ANI (Automatic Number Identification)
and other purposes. The following options may be enabled by dealer
programming for each conventional channel:
DTMF Keypad - Pressing 0-9, *, or # on the keypad while holding the
PTT switch transmits the corresponding tone until the key is released.
Pre-Tx ANI - A preprogrammed ANI sequence is automatically sent
when you press the PTT switch.
Post-TX ANI - A preprogrammed ANI sequence is automatically sent
each time you release the PTT switch.
Disabled - All DTMF signaling is disabled.
SMARTNET/SMARTZONE FEATURES
Introduction
The following information describes features unique to the
SMARTNET and SmartZone operating mode (see brief description on
page 23). Refer to the preceding “Conventional Features” section for
information on features common to all operating modes, and to the
features common to all operating modes.
Viewing Unit ID
Each radio in a SMARTNET system is identified with a system ID
and Unit ID. To display the Unit ID, make sure that a SMARTNET
channel is selected and then turn power off and then on again. The soft-
ware version number, current zone, and Unit ID are then displayed in
sequence. The six-digit Unit ID is displayed as IDxxxxxx.
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Standard Group Calls
Standard group calls are between you and another mobile, group of
mobiles, or a control station (a radio at a fixed location). Most calls you
make will probably be this type.
Placing a Standard Group Call
A regular or announcement talk group can be selected.
2. Press the PTT switch and when the alert tone sounds, begin talking.
Other indications that may occur are as follows:
• If the busy tone sounds and “BUSY” is displayed, the system is busy.
Release the PTT switch and wait for the call back tone to sound. Then
press the PTT switch within 3 seconds and begin talking.
• If a continuous tone sounds while pressing the PTT switch, you may
be out-of-range. Drive closer or away from shielding objects and try
again.
• If your unit ID is invalid, the call is being made to an invalid group
ID, or group calls are not allowed, “INVALID ID” is displayed and an
alert tone sounds.
Receiving a Standard Call
Group calls are automatically received if a SMARTNET/SmartZone
channel is selected. The display continues to indicate the selected channel
tag (alias) when a call is received.
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Enhanced Private Conversation Calls
General
Private calls allow you to place a call to a specific mobile unit.
Either the Enhanced Private Conversation™ or Private Conversation II™
modes may be programmed depending on the capabilities of the radio
system. The Enhanced Private Conversation mode is described in the
following information, and the Private Conversation II mode is described
The Private Call option switch is required to place these calls, and
either that switch or the Call Response option switch is required to
receive them. Proceed as follows.
Placing an Enhanced Private Conversation Call
This call can be initiated by selecting the unit ID from a call list (list
entry) or by directly entering it using the keypad (direct entry). Direct
entry is available with full keypad (15-key) models only. Proceed as
follows:
List Entry Method
1. With a SMARTNET/SmartZone channel selected, momentarily press
the Private Call option switch. The private call mode is indicated by
“C” in the upper part of the display. The tag (alias) of the last ID called
is displayed if it matches an ID in your call list. Otherwise, the last ID
called is displayed.
2. Enter the index of the desired ID if you know it or scroll through the list
using the
and
keys until you find the desired ID. Press the CLR
key to cancel the call.
3. Press the PTT switch or the ENT key to initiate the call. The display
then indicates the alias of the destination radio. Proceed to the bulleted
list following the next method for conditions that may occur next.
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Direct Entry Method (Full Keypad Models Only)
1. With a SMARTNET/SmartZone channel selected, press and hold the
Private Call option switch until a tone sounds (approximately 1
second). The last ID called is displayed, and the private call mode is
indicated by “C” in the upper part of the display.
2. Using the 0-9 keys, enter the 6-digit ID of the mobile unit you are
calling. Press the
key to erase the last digit entered or press the
CLR key to cancel the call.
3. Press the PTT switch or the ENT key to initiate the call. If the entered
ID is invalid, “INVALID” is momentarily displayed and the call is not
initiated. If the entered ID is valid, the display indicates the alias of the
ID if it matches an ID in your call list. Otherwise, the ID you entered
continues to be displayed. Any of the following conditions may then
occur:
• If the radio you are calling is on the air, telephone type “ringing” is
heard for 20 seconds or until the called party answers.
• If the called party answers and the call is successful, the person’s
voice is heard and the call is carried on the same as a group call. To
end the call at any time, press the CLR key.
• If the called party does not answer within 20 seconds, “NO ANSWR”
is displayed and a continuous tone sounds. End the call by pressing
the CLR key.
• If the called radio is not in service, no ringing is heard, “NO ACK” is
displayed, and a continuous tone sounds. End the call by pressing the
CLR key.
• If neither your radio nor the radio being called is authorized to make
unit-to-unit calls, “REJECT” is displayed and a continuous tone
sounds. End the call by pressing the CLR key.
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• If the called party answers but the radio system is busy, four low tones
sound and “BUSY” and “WAIT” are alternately displayed. When the
system is no longer busy, the called party automatically responds.
• If an out-of-range condition exists or the radio system is not in
service, “LOST CALL” is displayed and a continuous tone sounds.
End the call by pressing the CLR key.
Receiving an Enhanced Private Conversation Call
These calls are automatically received if a SMARTNET/SmartZone
channel is selected. Proceed as follows:
1. When a call is received, a recurring unit call tone (three beeps) sounds
for up to 20 seconds, and “CALL RCV” and the current channel alias
are alternately displayed.
2. To answer the call, press the Private Call option switch and then the
PTT switch and begin talking. The private call mode is indicated by
“C” in the upper part of the display. The alias of the incoming call is
displayed if the ID is in your call list. Otherwise, the unit ID is
displayed. NOTE: If the Private Call option switch is not pressed before
the PTT switch, a group call is transmitted on the selected group.
• To end the call when the conversation is complete or at any other time,
press the CLR key.
• If unit-to-unit (private) calls are not permitted (Private Call switch not
programmed), press the Call Response option switch, if available, to
answer the call.
• If the call is not answered within 20 seconds, it is automatically
terminated.
• If the radio system is busy, four low tones sound and “BUSY” and
“WAIT” are alternately displayed. When the system is no longer busy,
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the call back tone (four beeps) is heard and your radio automatically
starts transmitting. Press the PTT switch to continue the call.
• To ignore an incoming call, press the CLR key or wait 20 seconds
until the recurring unit call tone stops sounding. NOTE: If the CLR
key is programmed for the Call function, it will not clear the call.
Private Conversation II Calls
General
Private calls allow you to place a call to a specific mobile unit.
Either the Enhanced Private Conversation™ or Private Conversation II™
modes may be programmed depending on the capabilities of the radio
system. Operation in the Enhanced Private Conversation mode was
II mode is described in the following information.
The Private Call option switch is required to place these calls, and
either that switch or the Call Response option switch is required to
receive them. Proceed as follows.
Placing a Private Conversation II Call
This call can be initiated by selecting the unit ID from a call list (list
entry) or by directly entering it using the keypad (direct entry). Direct
entry is available with full keypad (15-key) models only. Proceed as
follows:
List Entry Method
1. With a SMARTNET/SmartZone channel selected, momentarily press
the Private Call option switch. The private call mode is indicated by
“C” in the upper part of the display. The tag (alias) of the last ID called
is displayed if it matches an ID in your call list. Otherwise, the last ID
called is displayed.
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2. Enter the index of the desired ID if you know it or scroll through the list
using the
and
keys until you find the desired ID. Press the CLR
key to cancel the call.
3. Press the PTT switch to initiate the call. The display then indicates the
alias of the destination radio. Wait approximately 1 second and then
begin talking. Proceed to the bulleted list which follows the next
method for conditions that may then occur.
Direct Entry Method (Full Keypad Models Only)
1. With a SMARTNET/SmartZone channel selected, press and hold the
Private Call option switch until a tone sounds (approximately 1
second). The last ID called is displayed and the private call mode is
indicated by “C” in the upper part of the display.
2. Using the 0-9 keys, enter the 6-digit ID of the unit you are calling. Press
the
key to erase the last digit entered or press the CLR key to cancel
the call.
3. Press the PTT switch to initiate the call. If the entered ID is invalid,
“INVALID” is momentarily displayed and the call is not initiated. If the
entered ID is valid, the display indicates the alias of the ID if it matches
an ID in your call list. Otherwise, the ID you entered continues to be
displayed. Wait approximately 1 second and then begin talking. Any of
the following conditions may then occur.
• If the called party answers and the call is successful, the person’s
voice is heard and the call is carried on the same as a group call. To
end the call at any time, press the CLR key.
• If the radio system is busy, four low tones sound and the “BUSY” and
“WAIT” are alternately displayed. When the system is no longer busy,
the call back tone (four beeps) is heard and a channel is automatically
acquired. Press the PTT switch to continue the call.
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Receiving a Private Conversation II Call
Unit-to-unit calls are automatically received if a SMARTNET/
SmartZone channel is selected. Proceed as follows:
1. When a call is received, an alert tone sounds and the caller’s voice is
heard. While voice is heard, “C” is indicated in the upper part of the
display and “CALL RCV” and the current channel alias are alternately
displayed.
2. To answer the call, press the Private Call option switch and then the
PTT switch and begin talking. The private call mode is indicated by
“C” in the upper part of the display. The alias of the incoming call is
displayed if the ID is in your call list. Otherwise, the unit ID is
displayed. NOTE: If the Private Call option switch is not pressed before
the PTT switch, a group call is transmitted on the selected group.
• To end the call when the conversation is complete or at any other time,
press the CLR key. If the call is not answered within 20 seconds, it is
automatically terminated.
• If private calls are not permitted (Private Call switch not
programmed), press the Call Response option switch, if available, to
answer the call.
Telephone Calls
General
Telephone calls allow you to place and receive calls over the public
telephone system using your transceiver. If your transceiver is
programmed for telephone calls (Phone option switch programmed), they
are placed and received as follows:
Placing a Telephone Call
Telephone calls can be placed by selecting the number from a
preprogrammed phone number list (list entry) or by directly entering it
using the keypad (direct entry). Direct entry is available with full keypad
(15-key) models only. Proceed as follows:
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List Entry Method
1. With a SMARTNET/SmartZone channel selected, momentarily press
the Phone option switch. The phone mode is indicated by the icon,
and the display indicates the alias of the last called telephone number if
it is in your phone number list. Otherwise, the last called telephone
number is displayed.
2. Enter the index of the desired telephone number if you know it or scroll
through the list using the
and
keys until you find the desired
number. Press the CLR key to cancel the call.
3. Press the PTT switch or the ENT key to initiate the call. The display
indicates “WAIT” while the connection to the phone system is occur-
ring. Once connected, the normal dial tone is heard and the alias of the
number being called is displayed. The radio then automatically dials the
telephone number and the normal ringing or busy tone is heard.
Proceed to the bulleted list which follows the next method for condi-
tions that may then occur.
Direct Entry Method (Full Keypad Models Only)
1. With a SMARTNET/SmartZone channel selected, press and hold the
Phone option switch until a tone sounds (approximately 1 second). The
last phone number called is displayed, and the phone mode is indicated
by the
icon.
2. Enter the number using the 0-9 and # keys. To dial a
character,
*
press F1 and then the
key. To enter a pause (indicated by “P”), press
*
the F1,
, and then # keys. The number scrolls to the left in the
*
display so that the seven right-most digits are always displayed.
Numbers up to 16 digits (including pauses) can be entered. Press the
CLR key to cancel the call.
3. Press the PTT switch or the ENT key to initiate the call. The display
indicates “WAIT” while the connection to the phone system is occur-
ring. Once connected, the normal dial tone is heard and the alias of the
number being called is displayed. The radio then automatically dials the
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telephone number and the normal ringing or busy tone is heard. Any of
the following conditions may then occur.
• After the called party answers, press the PTT switch to talk and
release it to listen. You cannot talk and listen at the same time because
the radio cannot transmit and receive at the same time. Each time the
PTT switch is released, a tone is heard by the other party that indicates
when a response can be made. To end the call when the conversation
is complete or at any other time, press the CLR key.
• If enabled by dealer programming, a number can be dialed during a
call by simply holding down the PTT switch and dialing the number.
• If an out-of-range condition exists or the radio system is not in
service, “LOST CALL” is displayed and a continuous tone sounds.
End the call by pressing the CLR key.
• If you are not authorized to make telephone calls, “REJECT” is
displayed and a continuous tone sounds. End the call by pressing the
CLR key.
• If the radio system is busy, “BUSY” is displayed and a busy tone
sounds. The call automatically proceeds when the radio system
becomes available. If the call is ended before it proceeds, your
position in queue is lost.
Answering a Telephone Call
Telephone calls are automatically received if a SMARTNET/
SmartZone channel is selected. Proceed as follows:
1. When a telephone call is received, “ringing” similar to a standard tele-
phone is heard. The display alternately indicates “PHONE” and the
current channel alias.
2. To answer the call, press the Phone option switch and the phone mode
is indicated by the
it to listen.
icon. Press the PTT switch to talk and release
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3. To end the call when the conversation is complete or at any other time,
press the CLR key. Also press the CLR key to ignore an incoming call
and end it without answering. NOTE: If the CLR key is programmed for
the Phone function, it will not clear the call.
Call Alert
The Call Alert™ feature allows pages to be sent and received.
Proceed as follows:
Sending a Page
Pages can be placed by selecting the unit ID from a preprogrammed
list (list entry) or by directly entering it using the keypad (direct entry).
Direct entry is available with full keypad (15-key) models only.
List Entry Method
1. With a SMARTNET/SmartZone channel selected, momentarily press
the Call Alert option switch. The tag (alias) of the last ID called is
displayed if it matches an ID in your call list. Otherwise, the last ID
called is displayed.
2. Enter the index of the desired ID if you know it or scroll through the list
using the
and
keys until you find the desired ID. Press the CLR
key to cancel the call.
3. Press the PTT switch or the ENT key to send the page. The display then
indicates the alias of the radio being paged. Proceed to the bulleted list
which follows the next method for conditions that may then occur.
Direct Entry Method (Full Keypad Models Only)
1. With a SMARTNET/SmartZone channel selected, press and hold the
Call Alert option switch until a tone sounds (approximately 1 second).
The last ID called or paged is displayed.
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2. Using the 0-9 keys, enter the 6-digit ID of the unit you are calling. Press
the
key to erase the last digit entered or press the CLR key to cancel
the page.
3. Press the PTT switch or the ENT key to send the page. If the entered ID
is invalid, “INVALID” is momentarily displayed and the page is not
sent. If the entered ID is valid, the display indicates the alias of the ID
if it matches an ID in your call list. Otherwise, the ID you entered
continues to be displayed. The page is then sent and any of the
following conditions may then occur.
• If the radio you are paging is on the air and received your page, a
signaling success tone (six beeps) sounds and the display momentarily
indicates “ACK RCVD”. The alias of the selected channel is then
displayed continuously.
• If the radio you are paging is not in service, a tone sounds and “NO
ACK” is displayed. Press the CLR key to cancel the page.
Answering a Page
1. When a page is received, the display alternately indicates “PAGE
RCV” and the alias of the current channel and a recurring received page
tone sounds (six beeps) sounds.
2. To clear and ignore the page, press the CLR key. NOTE: If the CLR key
is programmed for the Private Call function, it will not clear the page.
3. Answering a page is the same as placing a private call. Therefore, press
the Private Call option switch and follow the instructions for placing a
Messaging
The messaging feature allows preprogrammed messages to be sent
to your dispatcher. Up to 16 messages can be preprogrammed, and they
are identified by a tag (alias). If a Message option switch is programmed,
messages are sent as follows:
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1. Momentarily press the Message option switch. The alias of the last
message sent is displayed.
2. Enter the index of the desired message if you know it or scroll through
the list using the
and
keys until you find the desired message.
Press the CLR key to cancel the message.
3. Press the PTT switch or the ENT key to send the message. When the
message is received and acknowledged by the dispatcher, a signaling
success tone (six beeps) sounds and the display returns to the normal
channel indication. If there is no acknowledgment after 6 seconds, a
tone sounds and “NO ACK” is displayed. Press the CLR key to return
to normal operation.
Sending Status Conditions
The status feature allows you to send your current status to your
dispatcher. Up to eight status conditions can be preprogrammed, and they
are identified by an alias (name). If the Status option switch is
programmed, status conditions are sent as follows:
1. Momentarily press the Status option switch. The alias of the last status
sent is displayed.
2. To change the displayed status, enter the index of the desired status if
you know it or scroll through the list using the
and
keys until
you find the desired status. Press the CLR key to cancel this function.
3. Press the PTT switch or the ENT key to send the status. When the
message is received and acknowledged by the dispatcher, a signaling
success tone (six beeps) sounds and the display returns to the normal
channel indication. If there is no acknowledgment after 6 seconds, a
tone sounds and “NO ACK” is displayed. Press the CLR key to return
to normal operation.
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Emergency Alarm and Emergency Call
Emergency alarms and emergency calls are separate functions that
can be individually programmed on SMARTNET/SmartZone channels.
The Emergency option switch is required to initiate these features. An
emergency alarm is a special data transmission to alert your dispatcher of
an emergency situation, and an emergency call is an urgent request for
access to a voice channel. The emergency alarm and call are transmitted
on the emergency talk group or announcement group that has been
preprogrammed by your system operator on the currently selected
channel. Proceed as follows to initiate an emergency alarm or call:
1. To transmit an emergency alarm, select a SMARTNET/SmartZone
channel that has that feature enabled and then press the Emergency
option switch.
2. The emergency alarm is then transmitted and “EMERGNCY” is
indicated in the display for a short time. Transmitting continues until an
acknowledgment is received (indicated by two beeps) or the
programmed number of attempts have occurred. Silent operation may
also be programmed in which case no audio or visual indication of the
alarm condition occurs.
3. To transmit an emergency call, press the Emergency option switch with
a SMARTNET/SmartZone channel selected that has that feature
enabled. Then manually press the PTT switch and begin speaking as
with a standard call. All calls that follow are then emergency calls and
they occur on the emergency talk group.
4. To exit the emergency mode, power must be turned off and then on
again.
Failsoft Operation
If a failure occurs in the SMARTNET/SmartZone system so that it
cannot be used, the transceiver automatically enters the failsoft mode.
When this mode is selected, the display alternately indicates “FAIL-
SOFT” and the alias of the selected channel.
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When in the failsoft mode, operation is in the conventional mode on
a preprogrammed failsoft channel. If a transmission is attempted before a
failsoft channel is located, a continuous tone sounds until the PTT switch
is released. When the radio system returns to normal operation, this
condition is automatically detected and normal operation resumes.
SMARTNET/SmartZone Scanning
Scanning on a SMARTNET/Smartzone channel is similar to the
channel can be programmed with a different scan list that includes up to
16 channels, one of which can be a priority channel.
Scanning is enabled/disabled by the Scan option switch. In addition,
channels can be programmed so that scanning automatically starts when-
ever the channel is selected. Scanning is temporarily disabled and “S”
turns off if a channel is selected that has scanning disabled. Then when a
channel is selected again that permits scanning, it is automatically
re-enabled.
In addition to calls on channels in the scan list, pages, private calls,
and telephone calls are received while scanning. Messages on the priority
channel are received while listening to lower priority messages. However,
private and telephone calls are not interrupted by calls on the priority
channel.
Dynamic Regrouping
The dynamic regrouping feature allows a dispatcher to switch users
to a dynamically defined channel to receive an important message.
Dynamic regrouping operates as follows:
1. When this command is received, the alternating dynamic regrouping
tone sounds, the transceiver automatically changes to the regrouping
channel, and the display alternately indicates “REGROUP” and the
alias of the selected channel. All transmitting and receiving then occurs
on this channel.
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2. To reset all talk and announcement groups to normal so that only the
designated regrouping channel is on the dynamic group, manually
select the designated regrouping channel if you know it. If this channel
is not selected or there is no designated regrouping channel, all trans-
missions occur on the dynamically assigned group regardless of which
channel is selected, and the regrouping tone sounds each time the PTT
switch is pressed.
3. When regrouping is canceled by the dispatcher, transceiver operation
returns to normal.
SmartZone Features
Introduction
coverage by allowing roaming between SMARTNET and conventional
sites. SmartZone operation is the same as SMARTNET with the
following additional features:
Determining Current Site and Searching For New Site
To determine the current radio site, momentarily press the Site
Search option switch (if programmed). If currently registered on a site,
“SITE x” is displayed, where “x” is the site number. If the site is locked
(see following), “LOCK x” is displayed instead. The display then indi-
cates the RSSI (Receive Signal Strength Indicator) value of the current
site as “RSSI x”. If the Site Search switch is not pressed again, this mode
is exited and the normal channel display returns.
To search for a new site, repeatedly press the Site Search option
switch while “SITE x”, “LOCK x”, or “RSSI x” is displayed. Each time it
is pressed, information for the next site is displayed. To select the
displayed site, simply do not press the switch again and that site is
selected when the normal channel display returns. If site lock is on (see
next section) the radio will be locked on this site when this function is
exited.
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Locking/Unlocking a Site
It is sometimes desirable to stay on the current site regardless of
signal level. To lock the radio on the current site so that it does not search
for another, press the Site Lock option switch (if programmed). The
display then momentarily indicates “LOCK x” to indicate that the current
site is locked (“x” is the current site number). To unlock the site, press the
Lock switch again and “UNLOCK” is momentarily displayed.
When locked on a site, it is still possible to search for a different site
using the site search function described in the preceding section. When a
new site is found, the radio is then locked on that site.
MISCELLANEOUS
Supervisory Tones
Single Beep (Alert Tone)
• Power was turned on and a successful power-up sequence occurred (see
page 16).
• The time-out timer is about to expire or the penalty timer has expired
• The system received your page but the paged mobile is not on the air
Continuous Tone (Invalid or No Acknowledge Condition)
• A transmission is being attempted on an unprogrammed channel or a
conventional channel programmed as receive-only.
• The transmitter is disabled by the busy channel lockout feature
• The transmitter has been disabled by the time-out timer feature
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• An out-of-range condition exists (SMARTNET/SmartZone only).
• A transmission is being attempted before the penalty timer has expired
• Dynamic regrouping has been exited but the dynamic regrouping
channel is still selected (page 48).
• The status condition that was sent has not been acknowledged
Single Short Medium-Pitch Tone
• A valid key has been pressed.
Single Short Low-Pitch Tone
• An invalid key has been pressed.
Six Beeps (Recurring)
Three Beeps (Recurring)
Six Beeps
• The message that was sent has been received and acknowledged
• The status condition that was sent has been received and acknowledged
Two Beeps
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Gurgle-Like Tone
• Dynamic regrouping has occurred but the regrouping channel is not
Four Low Tones (Busy Signal)
• The radio system is busy or a busy condition exists when making a
telephone call.
Four Alternating High and Low Tones
• A channel is available after a busy condition occurred (SMARTNET/
SmartZone only).
Rechargeable Battery Pack
WARNING
Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire because it may explode. The
nickel metal-hydride (NiMH) battery pack used by this radio must be
disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Do not short the termi-
nals because the battery may become very hot.
Battery Life
With proper care, the nickel metal-hydride (NiMH) battery pack
used by this radio should provide excellent service. When the pack no
longer holds a charge or provides only a very short operating time, it must
be replaced with a new unit.
Typical operating time before recharging is required is approxi-
mately 7.5 hours. This assumes that the transceiver is transmitting at high
power 5% of the time, receiving and producing audio 5% of the time, and
in the standby mode (receive with audio muted) 90% of the time. If the
low-power mode is selected or different times are spent in these modes,
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operating time varies accordingly. The charge of the battery and ambient
temperature also affect operating time.
NOTE: Be sure to turn transceiver power off before removing the battery
pack. Failure to do so may result in the current settings not being saved
in memory.
Recharging
Recharging is required when the
icon appears in the lower
part of the display. In addition, the amber low-battery indicator on the top
panel may light and a tone may sound when this condition initially occurs
and whenever the PTT switch is released. Refer to “Low Battery Indica-
tion” on page 18 for more information.
The pack can be recharged while still on the transceiver or it can be
charged separately. To remove the battery pack from the transceiver,
press the spring-loaded release button on the side upward and slide the
battery off. A new battery pack must be charged before use.
Battery Care
One cause of shortened battery life is repeated deep discharge.
Therefore, it is recommended that the battery be recharged as soon as
practical after the low-battery indication appears (see preceding informa-
tion). Do not continue using the transceiver until the battery is completely
discharged. Another cause of reduced battery life is operation at tempera-
ture extremes. It is also good practice not to regularly leave a pack in the
charger for extended periods after it is completely charged.
It is possible that the pack could develop a characteristic called
“memory” although these packs are designed to minimize that problem.
When a pack has this problem, it acts as if it is totally discharged even
though it has greater capacity. This can be caused by discharging a pack
only slightly before recharging, charging at too high a temperature, or
extended storage. If a pack develops this problem, it can usually be
corrected by performing three discharge/charge cycles.
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Dealer Programming
As noted several times in this manual, programming determines the
availability and specific operation of many features. This refers to the
programming performed by your dealer when the radio was set up, not to
any programming that you can perform. If a feature is controlled by a
front panel option switch and that switch is not available, it is probably
not available or in a fixed condition. Contact your dealer for more infor-
mation on how programmable functions have been set for your
application.
Speaking Into Microphone
For best results, hold the speaker grille about 1-2 inches from your
mouth and speak at a normal conversational level. Do not shout since it
distorts your voice and does not increase range. Make sure that the PTT
(push-to-talk) switch is pressed before you begin to speak and released as
soon as the message is complete.
Operation At Extended Range
When approaching the limits of radio range, the other party may not
be able to hear your transmissions and there may be an increase in back-
ground noise when messages are received. You may still be out of range
even though you can hear a message. The reason for this is that the signal
you are receiving is usually transmitted at a higher power level than the
one transmitted by your transceiver. Communication may be improved by
moving to higher ground or away from shielding objects such as tall
buildings or hills.
Licensing
A government license is usually required to operate this transceiver
on the air. Your dealer will normally handle the licensing requirements.
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Transceiver Service
If the transceiver begins operating improperly, try turning power off
and then on again to reset the logic. Also make sure that the battery is
fully charged and in good condition. If the transceiver still does not
operate properly, return it to your dealer for service.
NOTE: There are no user-serviceable components inside this transceiver.
Altering internal adjustments can cause illegal emissions, void the war-
ranty, and result in improper operation that can seriously damage the
transceiver.
INTRINSICALLY SAFE
CLASSIFICATION
Introduction
“Intrinsically Safe” is a fire safety rating given to this transceiver by
the Factory Mutual Research Corporation. When equipment is given this
rating, it is considered safe to use in certain flammable or combustible
atmospheres. Flammable atmospheres have been categorized by Class,
Division, and Group as described in the next two sections. The specific
hazardous atmospheres in which this transceiver has been approved to
operate are as follows. This information is also listed on the label on the
back of the transceiver.
Intrinsically Safe - Class I, II, and III, Division 1, Groups C, D, E, F,
and G.
Non-Incendive - Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D.
Temperature Code - T3C (Battery Pack Part No. 587-8150-136).
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Classification of Hazardous Areas (Division)
Hazardous areas are classified as Division 1 or 2 as shown below.
Since a Division 1 area is considered most hazardous, a transceiver
approved for a specific Division 1 atmosphere can also be used in the
same Division 2 atmosphere. The intrinsically safe rating applies to
Division 1 areas and the nonincendive rating applies to Division 2 areas.
Class I and II Materials (Gases, Vapors, and Dusts)
Division
Area
1
An area where there is or could be an explosive atmosphere
most of the time in normal operations.
2
An area where an explosive atmosphere exists only as a result
of a fault (something going wrong).
Class III Materials (Fibers or Flyings)
Division
Area
1
An area in which easily ignitable fibers or materials producing
combustible flyings are handled, manufactured, or used.
2
An area in which easily ignitable fibers are stored or handled.
An exception is in process of manufacture.
Classification of Atmospheres (Class/Group)
For the purposes of testing and approval, various atmospheric mix-
tures have been grouped on the basis of their hazardous characteristics.
Equipment is approved for a class of material and also for the specific
group of gas, vapor, or dust in that class. Class I materials include gases
and vapors, Class II materials include combustible dusts, and Class III
materials include ignitable fibers or flyings. The typical hazardous mate-
rials in each group and class are shown in the following table.
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INDEX
Typical Hazard
Group
Class
Acetylene
Hydrogen
A
B
C
D
I
I
I
I
Ethylene, ethyl ether, cyclopropane
Gasoline, naphtha, butane, propane, alcohol,
acetone, benzol, natural gas
Metal dust including aluminum, magnesium,
and their alloys
E
II
Carbon black, coal or coke dust
Flour, starch, or grain dusts
Ignitable fibers/flyings such as rayon and
cotton
F
G
-
II
II
III
INDEX
A
C
Alias 18
Disabling 28
B
Backlight 17
Battery
Care 53
Life 52
Recharging 53
D
Display 15
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INDEX
Priority Calls
Conv 32
SmartNet 48
Priv. Conversation II Calls
Placing 39
Standard Calls
Receiving 41
Programming 54
R
T
S
Telephone Calls
Placing 41
Receiving 43
Programming 31
Selecting 30
Scan Mode
Scanning 20
Tones 50
Troubleshooting 55
U
Conventional 30
SmartNet 48
V
Servicing 55
W
Warranty 3
Site
Locking/Unlocking 50
Z
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Part Number 002-7781-500
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