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- Page 1 LBI-38838B Operator’s Manual DUAL FORMAT MDR MOBILE RADIO ericssonz ericssonz...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Unpublished rights are reserved under the copyright laws of the United States. This manual is published by Ericsson Inc., without any warranty. Improvements and changes to this manual necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by Ericsson Inc., at any time and without notice. - Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) Page GE-MARC APPLICATIONS ............ 16 OPERATION..................17 GENERAL ................17 Removing and Replacing Handset........ 17 Turning The Radio ON/OFF ........17 Volume Adjust............. 17 Squelch Adjust............. 17 EDACS OPERATION............... 18 System/Area Selection-Ramping Names*..... 18 System/Area Selection-Direct Number Entry*....18 Group Selection-Ramping Names*.......
- Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) Page C/Call Timer*.............. 24 PROGRAMMABLE OPTIONS ..........24 Call Time-outs ............. 24 Emergency..............25 Automatic Login ............25 Wide Area System Scan ..........25 Supervisory Mode ............25 Programmable Audio/Display ........25 Priority System Scan ............ 26 Group Options .............
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Page 5: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION The operator of any mobile radio should be aware of certain hazards common to the operation of vehicular radio transmissions. A list of possible hazards follows: Explosive Atmospheres Just as it is dangerous to fuel a vehicle with the motor running, be sure to turn the radio off while fueling the vehicle. -
Page 6: Safe Driving Recommendations For Users Of Mobile Radios
interior of the vehicle must conform to the National Fire Protection Association standard (NFPA) 58 requiring that: The space containing the radio equipment shall be isolated by a seal from the space containing the LP gas container and its fittings. Outside filling connections shall be used for the LP gas container. - Page 7 "party line", always listen to make sure that the line is clear - that no one else is on the air - before sending messages. If someone is sending an emergency message - such as reporting a fire, or asking for help in an accident - KEEP OFF THE AIR! Emergency calls have priority over all other messages.
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Page 8: Introduction
USER INTERFACE All of the Dual Format MDR operating controls are located on the radio's handset. A 22-button keypad, an internal speaker and a liquid crystal display (LCD) for radio status information are located on the top side of the handset for convenience while the handset is secured in its holder. -
Page 9: Buttons
The keypad is used for manual number entry for individual calls, access to a telephone interconnect system and activation of various EDACS, GE-MARC or conventional features. The keypad is divided into both a function portion and a numeric portion as is found on a basic push-button telephone. The display has an eight alphanumeric character line used to show the operational mode of the radio. - Page 10 Figure 1 - Dual Format MDR Handset...
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Page 11: Keypad
KEYPAD Function Portion Terminates any ongoing activity. If the radio is designated as supervisory, it drops any ongoing group call. SEND Initiates a call by sending the number shown in the display or functions as the PTT button if no number has been previously entered. -
Page 12: Extended Features
IN DISPATCH MODE - brings up the dial tone. Ramps through the group and channel list and selects a group or channel. DURING A CALL - sends the DTMF tone for #. In GE-MARC applications, it terminates the telephone call. Extended Features Press FCN first then one of the following keys or buttons. -
Page 13: Display
The line contains eight 14-segment alphanumeric characters. The 8 characters are used to show the various operating conditions of the radio. Figure 2. Sample Dual Format MDR Display... -
Page 14: Messages
Messages During GE-MARC radio operation, messages are displayed on the 8- character line to show control information, such as system busy or call denied, or messages associated with the radio's operation such as volume, or RETRYING. These messages are described below. BUSY Indicates an attempt to place a call has been made but the selected trunked system does not have any available channels. -
Page 15: Alert Tones
ALERT TONES The DUAL FORMAT MDR radio generates a set of unique alert tones to indicate operating status. The following section identifies and describes the alert tones used in the DUAL FORMAT MDR radio for Conventional, GE-MARC, and EDACS applications. -
Page 16: Ge-Marc Applications
system is off the air or the radio needs servicing when the radio is within calling range, and these tones are heard. GE-MARC APPLICATIONS CALL RE- If programmed, a single alert tone sounds when a group call is CEIVED received and a two tone alert (one high followed by one low ALERT tone) sounds for an individual call. -
Page 17: Operation
SYSTEM TONES The GE MARC radio may generate other system tones to alert the user of custom programmed events. Contact the GE-MARC system operator for details about these alert tones. OPERATION GENERAL Removing and Replacing Handset The positive latch handset holder can be mounted vertically or horizontally without worry of the handset being easily dislodged. -
Page 18: Edacs Operation
group/# button. Additionally, the squelch adjust state can only be entered into while the radio is on a conventional or an EDACS working channel. Note that entry into and exit from this function has been defined within tight constraints in order to keep from accidentally entering the squelch adjust state, (i.e. -
Page 19: Group Selection-Ramping Names
Group Selection-Ramping Names* The desired group is selected by pressing and releasing #. The ramp direction of the group selection is changed by pressing FCN and then #. Group Selection-Direct Number Entry* Direct group selection can be made by entering (1) the group selection digit(s), (2) pressing FCN, (3) pressing #. -
Page 20: Redial Key
REDIAL Key* Pressing the FCN key and then the key, redials the last number dialed. Individual Call Dialing To place an individual call, the user enters the desired LID number and presses the Individual Call Dialing - Con't. To program the Flex Keys enter the following key sequence: 1. -
Page 21: Storing An Individual Call Id
The new individual call ID is now added to the call list. Using Special Call Lists* In the Dual Format MDR, the difference between a "Call List" and "Special Call List" is that the Call List consists of user modifiable phone numbers and radio LIDs. -
Page 22: Simplex Operation
Simplex Operation* The user can choose to terminate duplex operation and still maintain the interconnect call in progress by pressing FCN followed by 5 JKL. This key sequence toggles between simplex and duplex operation. */System Key usage The "*/System" ramp button is used in multiple contexts. When pressed while in monitor mode (i.e. -
Page 23: 4/Ext Spk
4/EXT SPK* The external speaker option routes receive audio to an externally mounted speaker. To enable the external speaker, press FCN followed by 4 GHI. Toggling this function provides the user with the capability to have private conversations or allow other passengers in the vehicle to hear the conversation. The character display shows "INT SPKR"... -
Page 24: 0/Spc
CLR. PROGRAMMABLE OPTIONS Call Time-outs The Dual Format MDR provides several time-out options to accomodate user needs. They are summarized below: Ÿ Carrier Control Timer (CCT) This timer is provided to limit continuous transmit time (when not in a duplex mode of operation). -
Page 25: Emergency
Supervisory Mode When a Dual Format MDR radio is programmed as supervisory, it is capable of handling all normal supervisory functions. Programmable Audio/Display Each EDACS system has a programmable option to handle display and... -
Page 26: Priority System Scan
option can be programmed to hold the display unchanged until the button is pressed or the emergency is cleared. The audio option, similarly, causes the radio to remain muted until is pressed or the emergency is cleared. Priority System Scan This option allows the MDR to search for a second operating system while locked onto the control channel of the selected system. -
Page 27: Placing An Interconnect Or Dispatch Overdial Call
3. The display changes from the selected system/area and group display to WAIT while the radio is acquiring a repeater. 4. The radio sounds a three-tone alert signal when the communications channel is acquired. 5. If the radio is out of range of the selected system, 4 short and 1 long beep is heard and NO SVC is displayed for approximately 20 seconds. -
Page 28: 3/Overdial
2. Enter the two digit storage location for the number (00 to 50). The new individual call ID is now added to the call list. 3/OVERDIAL Press FCN and then 3/OVERDIAL to enter the dispatch overdial mode and OVERDIAL is displayed. In this mode the user may enter a tone set for a dispatch overdial call and press to send the call. -
Page 29: Conventional Mode Operation
when receiving a group call and the * INDV * display when an individual call is received. To answer a simplex dispatch call, pick up the handset and use transmit to the caller. To receive an interconnect call, press * to answer the call and place the unit in duplex. -
Page 30: Maintenance And Basic Care
without disabling the squelch (Busy Tone is disabled). If the channel is in use, IN USE is displayed. and send the message. BUSY is displayed when the channel is 3. Press active. MAINTENANCE AND BASIC CARE ANTENNA REMOVAL It is strongly recommended that your antenna be removed from its mounting prior to passing through an automatic car wash in order to prevent antenna and/or vehicle damage. -
Page 31: Available Options
AVAILABLE OPTIONS The following equipment options are available for the radio. Refer to your radio supplier for ordering information. Table 1. Dual Format MDR Optional Accessories OPTION DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER PMAN1L 800 MHz roof mount antenna with TNC 19B209568P5 connector... -
Page 32: Frequently Called Numbers
FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS MEMORY LOCATION NAME TELEPHONE NUMBER... - Page 33 FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS MEMORY LOCATION NAME TELEPHONE NUMBER...
- Page 34 NOTES:...
- Page 35 WARRANTY Ericsson Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the original purchaser for use (hereinafter "Buyer") that Equipment manufactured by Seller shall be free from defects in material, workmanship and title, and shall conform to its published specifications. With respect to any Equipment not manufactured by Seller (except for integral parts of Seller's Equipment to which the warranties set forth above shall apply).
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Page 36: Emergency Numbers
EMERGENCY NUMBERS Police State Police Fire Poison Control Ambulance Life Saving and Rescue Squad Ericsson Inc. Private Radio Systems Mountain View Road Lynchburg,Virginia 24502 1-800-528-7711 (Outside USA, 804-528-7711) Printed in U.S.A. - Page 37 ADDENDUM TO LBI-38838B The Dual Format MDR Mobile Radio Unit can be supplied and used with two different handsets. One handset (344A3783P2) has a Push-to-Talk (PTT) button on the left side located below the VOLUME UP/DOWN buttons. This button must be held down to transmit during simplex operation.