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P25 SRP9100
Portable Radio
P25 - Conventional

Operating Instructions

TNM-U-E-0073 V1.1b
TMC Radio Pty. Ltd.
1270 Ferntree Gully Road
Scoresby
Victoria, 3179
ISO9001 Lic.QEC20848
Australia
SAI Global

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    P25 SRP9100 Portable Radio P25 - Conventional Operating Instructions TNM-U-E-0073 V1.1b TMC Radio Pty. Ltd. 1270 Ferntree Gully Road Scoresby Victoria, 3179 ISO9001 Lic.QEC20848 Australia SAI Global...
  • Page 2 P25 SRP9100 Portable Radio Brief User Guide To order copies of any of the above publications, or any other TMC Radio product, contact TMC Radio on +61 3-9730-3800 or send a Fax on +61 3-9730-3968. The TMC Radio web site also has a comprehensive list of documentation available for download.
  • Page 3: Hints For Using The Radio

    HINTS FOR USING THE RADIO • When speaking, hold the radio a few centimetres from your mouth and speak across it, rather than into it. • Keep the length of your conversation to a minimum. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 3 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Received Call Pop-Up Menu ..............44 5.1.8 Transmitting .................... 45 5.1.9 Scan/Vote Functions ................45 5.1.10 Keypad Lock ................... 46 5.1.11 Encryption ....................47 5.1.12 Emergency Alarm..................47 SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS ................49 © TMC Radio 2007 Page 4 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 5 Scrambler....................50 6.15 Skip ......................50 6.16 Squelch ....................50 6.17 Talkaround..................... 50 6.18 Zone ....................... 50 ALERT TONES AND MESSAGES..............51 GLOSSARY....................... 52 COMPLIANCE WITH RF ENERGY EXPOSURE GUIDELINES ....... 53 © TMC Radio 2007 Page 5 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Generally, zones can be programmed with channels belonging to common function groups. A radio channel can be defined as either Analogue, Conventional P25 Channel or Trunked P25 network, and a Zone may contain a mix of Analogue or Conventional P25 Channels. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 6 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 7: Controls

    SRP9100 RADIO P25 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2. CONTROLS Figure 1 – SRP9130 Portable Key Layout © TMC Radio 2007 Page 7 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 8 4 5 6 Keypad Function. 7 8 9 Eg. 12# will select channel 12. * 0 # Indicator LED Function Green Green LED when receiving a signal. Red LED when the radio is transmitting. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 8 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 9: Menu System

    The label shows the user the current function for that key which may change between different menus. Programming of menus is a configuration task normally performed by the system manager using the FPP software. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 9 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 10: Menu Navigation

    Numeric keys can be programmed (using FPP) with functions i.e. Scan. To access this, you can press the “M” or menu key from the channel screen and then the numeric key assigned to that function. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 10 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 11 Setup Menu SubMenu Selections Backlight ON/OFF Back Menu #1 Back Select (Other User Zone Zone Select Menu items) Menu Normal Channel Channel ENTRY POINT = Default Screen Screen Figure 2 - Menu Navigation © TMC Radio 2007 Page 11 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 12: Menu Screens

    If a radio channel is defined as an Analogue FM channel, it will receive both P25 Digital* and Analogue FM signals. * While in Analogue mode, all unencrypted digital P25 traffic will be heard regardless of NAC or Talkgroup. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 12 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 13 Battery charge indicator. 6 vertical bars above the icon show the battery state of charge. Trunking mode. Icon is shown when a trunking system has been selected. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 13 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 14: Menus

    Once the “Zone” menu appears, press the ▼ and ▲ keys to choose the required Zone. Press the “OK” key to select the required Zone. The radio will return to the channel screen and select the first channel in the new Zone. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 14 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 15 SRP9100 RADIO P25 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Direct access to the “Zone” menu from other screens can also be programmed to one of the function buttons with the Field Programmer. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 15 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 16: Squelch

    If Selective squelch is chosen, the radio will only receive decryptable or clear digital transmissions with the correct NAC and Talk Group ID (TGID) or correct NAC and Unit ID. An “S” icon indicates selective squelch. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 16 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 17: Mute Adjust / Monitor

    It is recommended that the default mute setting of 4 be used. The SRP9100 series radios have a carrier noise mute and this means the mute will open at the point where an analogue signal is sufficiently noise free to be intelligible with a setting of 4. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 17 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 18: Phonebook

    The individual call icon is displayed. • If the radio is already in individual call mode addressed to a different unit, the destination unit ID shall be replaced by that of the newly selected phone entry. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 18 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 19 Making an Individual Call with Call Alert When the “OK” key is pressed with the Phone Book entry displayed: A Call Alert is sent to the displayed ID. The called radio will sound a Call Alert. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 19 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 20: Phonebook Edit

    • DELETE: to delete the currently selected phone entry. The selection is made with the ▼ and ▲ keys. The “M” or “Back” key takes the radio back to the Phone Book Edit Default Screen. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 20 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 21 Conventional ID and a P25 Group Entry. The first step is to edit the System ID, if required. Upon entering this screen, the current trunked System ID of the selected phone entry is displayed. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 21 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 22 Reset function key to delete. The “#” key is used to enter a “.”. If there is no change for the IP address, press “OK” key and move on to the next sub-menu screen to edit the name. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 22 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 23: User Options

    Pressing the “Back“/ “M” key saves all the function settings and returns to the next highest menu level. Toggle functions include Key Beeps, Backlight, Talk-Around, Analogue Scrambler and Low Power Override. These functions can also be assigned directly to the radio’s function buttons, if required. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 23 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 24: Contrast

    For example, if the alert volume is set to –6, it will be softer than received voice on the radio. From the Settings Sub Menu, step through the menu options with the ▼ and ▲ keys until the Alert menu is displayed. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 24 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 25: Radio Info

    Radio Info menu is displayed. Press the “OK” key for the “Radio Info” Screen. The ▼ and ▲ keys select the following information pages: P25 Conv. ID and Radio Band Radio Software Version and Serial Number © TMC Radio 2007 Page 25 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 26: Mode

    The “Radio Info“ screens are read-only screens. Press “OK” to return to the Channel Screen 4.2.10 Mode The mode menu is used for changing from one radio to another, such as PMR/LMR mode to P25 or MPT1327 trunking. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 26 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 27: Rssi

    The screen also shows the Bit Error Rate (BER) on digital channels. RSSI and BER are typically used to indicate signal quality. From the Settings Sub Menu, step through the menu options with the ▼ and ▲ keys until the “RSSI” menu is displayed. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 27 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 28: Crypto

    This menu allows the digital channel’s default transmit encryption key to be modified. The current selected digital channel has encryption enabled if the padlock symbol is displayed. Press the “OK” key for the “Crypto Key” menu. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 28 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 29: Setup

    The Setup menu structure may include, for example: • Alert Volume, • Contrast, • RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indication), • Info (Radio software and hardware information), • Crypto (Select Transmit Encryption Key), © TMC Radio 2007 Page 29 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 30: Stored Calls

    A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen display. If “DELETE” is selected, pressing “OK” removes the selected call record (being viewed) from the list. The radio returns to the Stored Calls Screen with the next record being displayed. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 30 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 31: Messages

    • SMSG: Short Message. The radio can be programmed with a list of predefined messages. Choosing SMsg shows a list of predefined messages, which can be sent as a short message to another radio unit. Only applicable when a digital channel is selected. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 31 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 32 If the “Back” or “M” key is pressed, the radio will return to the Messages Selection pop-up Menu. Pressing the “OK” key displays the Message View pop-up menu with further options. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 32 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 33 If a message exceeds a screen, the ▼ and ▲ keys can select the other pages. Pressing “M” or “OK” returns to the “Messages View” pop-up screen. The “Reset” function key press (if configured), takes the radio back to the default screen display. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 33 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 34 If “SMSG” is selected, pressing “OK” displays the Message Reply - Short Messages screen. If “TXTMSG” is selected, pressing “OK” displays the Message Reply –Text Edit screen. 4.2.15.6 Short Message Reply This menu is used to reply with a pre-defined short message. This screen shows: © TMC Radio 2007 Page 34 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 35 When “Back” key “M” is pressed, the radio returns to the Message Reply pop-up screen. Pressing “OK” sends the edited text message in reply to the sender of the message. The radio returns to the default screen. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 35 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 36 A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen display. A “Back” or “M” keypress returns to the Message Pop-up screen. When the “OK” key is pressed, the Destination Pop-up screen is shown. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 36 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 37 This menu allows selection of the message destination. The selections are: • PHBK: to select the destination from the phone book • ENT.ID: enter the destination unit ID • CANCEL: to cancel the destination selection. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 37 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 38 This screen allows manual entry of the destination unit ID decimal digits. The valid range of unit ID: (0 – 16,777,215). The entered digits can be deleted by using the ▼ key. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 38 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 39: Scan Edit Menu

    When “Reset” function key is pressed (if configured), the radio returns to the default screen display. When the “Back” key or “Menu” is pressed, the radio returns to the “Scan Group Edit” screen. When “OK” key is pressed, a pop-up action selection menu is displayed. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 39 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 40 The priority of the channel is selected using the ▼ and ▲ keys and pressing OK. The Scan Group Add screen will appear next. 4.2.16.2 Scan Group Add Screen The “Scan Group Add” screen shows channels that are not members of the Scan Group. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 40 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 41: No Menu

    The No Menu option exists in the FPP for when a menu entry is not required. If all entries are No Menu, there will be no menu system available. This may be desirable for simple configurations. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 41 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 42: Common Functions And Facilities

    The Volume Control adjusts the speech level at the radio speaker. The rotary Volume Control on the SRP9130 is located on the top of the unit. Note: The radio may be programmed so that the volume cannot be turned off completely. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 42 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 43: Receiving (Single Channel Screen)

    Stored Call record of that unit ID will be replaced by the new record and added to the top of the list. To view/answer/delete received call records, the Stored Calls screen is selected. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 43 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 44: Stored Calls Screen

    The selection is made with the▼ and ▲ keys. The “Menu” or “Back” key returns to Stored Calls screen. A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen display. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 44 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 45: Transmitting

    Vote channel, for a valid signal (Carrier + CTCSS / DCS tone for Analogue FM or Network Access Code for P25). When found, the radio will stop on that channel until the signal disappears again. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 45 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 46: Keypad Lock

    When transmitting on a channel, the second line of display shows the name of the current channel that the radio is transmitting on. 5.1.10 Keypad Lock The Keypad Lock function prevents accidental key presses. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 46 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 47: Encryption

    FPP configurable modes: Normal: The radio will continue to respond to PTT, channel change etc. while displaying the E icon. Frozen: The default screen will freeze, with the E icon displayed indicating emergency mode. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 47 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 48 During TX, the radio will generate an emergency broadcast call on either the currently selected channel or an FPP nominated channel. Others may listen to the automatic transmissions to hear conversations near the radio. Turning the radio off and on will disable emergency mode. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 48 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 49: Special Function Keys

    6.11 RSSI Displays the signal strength of the received signal. 6.12 S The scan function activities the Scanning mode, refer to Section 5.5 for details. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 49 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 50: Scan Edit

    Talkaround mode is indicating to the user by a double beep at the start of each PTT. 6.18 Z This function provides a shortcut to the detailed zone menu. © TMC Radio 2007 Page 50 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 51: Alert Tones And Messages

    2 short beeps 10s (silence) Missed individual call repeat Page 3 short high tones Received Page Missed Page 2 short beeps 10s(silence) repeat A page was sent. Figure 3 – Alert Tones © TMC Radio 2007 Page 51 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 52: Glossary

    Receive Selective Mode of radio receive Only signals with matching NAC and TGID or Unit ID will be heard Transmit Zone A collection of channels (usually organised by functional group of users) © TMC Radio 2007 Page 52 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 53: Compliance With Rf Energy Exposure Guidelines

    RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE REQUIREMENTS. Before using your TMC Radio portable two-way radio, read this important RF energy awareness and control information and operational instructions to ensure compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines.
  • Page 54 440-512MHz 12mm (0.5 inches) 25mm(1.0 inches) Approved Accessories • To obtain a list of other TMC Radio approved accessories see contact details below or visit the following website which lists approved accessories: http://www.tmcradio.com © TMC Radio 2007 Page 54 TNM-U-E-0073 1.1b...
  • Page 55 SRP9100 RADIO P25 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Contact Information For additional information on exposure or other information, please contact TMC Radio Pty. Ltd. 1270 Ferntree Gully Road Scoresby Victoria, 3179 Australia Telephone +61 3 9730 3800 Facsimile +61 3 9730 3968 Email orderdesk@tmcradio.com...

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