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Rhein Tech Laboratories
Client: M/A-COM, Inc.
360 Herndon Parkway
Model: P7300 UHF-H Radio
Suite 1400
ID's: OWDTR-0052-E/3636B-0052
Herndon, VA 20170
Standards: Part 90/RSS-119
www.rheintech.com
Report #: 2008141
Appendix K:
User Manual
Please refer to the following pages for the operator's manual and the product safety manual.
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  • Page 1 Rhein Tech Laboratories Client: M/A-COM, Inc. 360 Herndon Parkway Model: P7300 UHF-H Radio Suite 1400 ID’s: OWDTR-0052-E/3636B-0052 Herndon, VA 20170 Standards: Part 90/RSS-119 www.rheintech.com Report #: 2008141 Appendix K: User Manual Please refer to the following pages for the operator’s manual and the product safety manual. 49 of 67...
  • Page 2 Operator’s Manual MM-013994-001 Oct/08 P7300 Series Portable Radio...
  • Page 3 REASON FOR REVISION Oct/08 Initial release. Tyco Electronics Technical Publications would particularly appreciate feedback on any errors found in this document and suggestions on how the document could be improved. Submit your comments and suggestions to: Tyco Electronics Wireless Systems...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    MM-013994-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY CONVENTIONS........................10 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ....................11 RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES ....................11 ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE/COMPATIBILITY..........12 OPERATING TIPS ..........................13 EFFICIENT RADIO OPERATION ...................13 3.1.1 Antenna Care and Replacement..................13 3.1.2 Electronic Devices ......................13 3.1.3 Aircraft...........................14 3.1.4 Electric Blasting Caps ....................14 3.1.5 Potentially Explosive Atmospheres................14 BATTERIES ............................15...
  • Page 5 MM-013994-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page TURNING ON THE RADIO .....................39 SYSTEM SELECTION......................40 8.10 GROUP/CHANNEL SELECTION....................40 8.11 MODIFY SCAN LIST .......................41 8.11.1 P7370 Model........................41 8.11.2 P7350 Model........................41 8.12 MENU ............................41 8.12.1 Menu Item Selection Process..................42 8.13 BACKLIGHT ON/OFF ......................44 8.14 CONTRAST ADJUST .......................44 8.15 DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.....................45 8.16...
  • Page 6 MM-013994-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 8.28 PORTABLE DATA........................60 8.28.1 Displays .........................60 8.28.2 DATA OFF Operation....................60 8.28.3 DATA ON Operation ....................60 8.28.4 Exiting Data Cells......................60 8.28.5 Scan Lockout Mode.......................61 8.28.6 Data Lockout Mode .......................61 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION ......................64 CONTROLS ..........................64 9.1.1 Buttons and Knobs......................65 9.1.2 Keypad...........................66 DISPLAY ...........................68...
  • Page 7 MM-013994-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 10.8.1 GROUP/CHANNEL SELECTION................89 10.9 MODIFY SCAN LIST .......................89 10.9.1 P7370 Model........................89 10.9.2 P7350 Model........................90 10.10 MENU ............................90 10.10.1 Menu Item Selection Process..................90 10.11 BACKLIGHT ON/OFF ......................93 10.12 CONTRAST ADJUST .......................93 10.13 DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.....................93 10.14 LOCKING/UNLOCKING KEYPAD ..................93 10.15 HIGH/LOW POWER ADJUSTMENT ..................93 10.15.1 Using the Menu Button....................93 10.15.2 Using the Pre-Programmed Option Button..............94...

  • Page 8: Radio Status Icons

    MM-013994-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 10.25.4 Exiting Data Calls......................109 10.25.5 Scan Lockout Mode.....................109 10.25.6 Data Lockout Mode .....................109 10.26 GROUP CALLS IN P25 MODE ....................109 10.26.1 Transmitting a Group Call ...................109 10.26.2 Receiving a Group Call ....................110 10.27 INDIVIDUAL CALLS IN P25 MODE..................110 10.27.1 Transmitting an Individual Call...................110 10.27.2 Receiving an Individual Call ..................110 10.28 EMERGENCY GROUP CALLS IN P25 MODE ..............110...
  • Page 9 MM-013994-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Figure 9-9: Backlight Menu Item Parameter ....................73 Figure 9-10: Backlight Menu Display......................73 Figure 10-1: Top View........................... 80 Figure 10-2: Side View ..........................80 Figure 10-3: P7350 “Scan” Radio Front Panel ....................82 Figure 10-4: P7370 “System” Radio Front Panel ..................83 Figure 10-5: Radio Display..........................
  • Page 10 MM-013994-001 SAFETY SECTION...

  • Page 11: Safety Conventions

    MM-013994-001 SAFETY CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this manual to alert the user to general safety precautions that must be observed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this product. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warning elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the product.

  • Page 12: Safety Training Information

    MM-013994-001 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION The M/A-COM P7300 portable radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only,” meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the “General Population”...

  • Page 13: Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

    MM-013994-001 • As noted in Table 2-1, ALWAYS keep the device and its antenna AT LEAST 1.1 cm (0.43 inches) from the body and at least 2.5 cm (1.0 inch) from the face when transmitting to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. However, to provide the best sound quality to the recipients of your transmission, M/A-COM recommends you hold the microphone at least 5 cm (2 inches) from mouth, and slightly off to one side.

  • Page 14: Operating Tips

    MM-013994-001 OPERATING TIPS Antenna location and condition are important when operating a portable radio. Operating the radio in low lying areas or terrain, under power lines or bridges, inside of a vehicle or in a metal framed building can severely reduce the range of the unit. Mountains can also reduce the range of the unit. In areas where transmission or reception is poor, some improvement may be obtained by ensuring that the antenna is vertical.

  • Page 15: Aircraft

    MM-013994-001 3.1.3 Aircraft • Always turn off a portable radio before boarding any aircraft! • Use it on the ground only with crew permission. • DO NOT use while in-flight!! 3.1.4 Electric Blasting Caps To prevent accidental detonation of electric blasting caps, DO NOT use two-way radios within 1000 feet of blasting operations.

  • Page 16: Batteries

    MM-013994-001 BATTERIES The P7300 series portable radios use rechargeable, recyclable Nickel Cadmium (NiCd), Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH), or Lithium Ion (Li Ion) batteries. Please follow the directions below to maximize the useful life of each type of battery. Do not disassemble or modify Lithium Ion battery packs. The Lithium Ion battery packs are equipped with built-in safety and protection features.

  • Page 17: Additional Information

    MM-013994-001 Always use M/A-COM authorized chargers and conditioners. Use of unauthorized chargers and conditioners may void the warranty. CAUTION 4.1.3 Additional Information For more information regarding the proper care of portable radio batteries or establishing a battery maintenance program, refer to ECR-7367 which may be ordered by calling toll free 1-800-368-3277, then select option 7.

  • Page 18: Changing The Battery Pack

    MM-013994-001 Do not leave any M/A-COM rechargeable batteries in a charger for more than a few days. CHANGING THE BATTERY PACK 4.4.1 Removing the Battery Pack Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF. Although the P7300 has been designed to tolerate changing the battery pack without turning power off, M/A-COM, Inc.

  • Page 19: Attaching The Battery Pack

    MM-013994-001 4.4.2 Attaching the Battery Pack Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF. 1. Align the tabs at each side on the bottom of the battery pack with the slots at the bottom of the battery cavity . 2.

  • Page 20: Product Information

    MM-013994-001 PRODUCT INFORMATION...

  • Page 21: Introduction

    MM-013994-001 INTRODUCTION The P7300 series portable radio is available in two models: the P7350 Scan model with a limited 6-button front-mounted keypad and the P7370 System model with a 15-button DTMF front-mounted keypad. The UHF P7300 portable radio delivers end-to-end encrypted digital voice and IP data communications. It is designed to support multiple operating modes including: •...

  • Page 22: Options And Accessories

    MM-013994-001 OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES Table 6-1 lists the Options and Accessories tested for use with the P7300 series portable radios. Refer to the maintenance manual or to M/A-COM’s Products and Services Catalog for a complete list of options and accessories, including those items that do not adversely affect the RF energy exposure.
  • Page 23 MM-013994-001 DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Throat Mic with Acoustic Tube, Body PTT, and Ring PTT EA-009580-015 Breeze Headset with PTT and Pigtail Jack EA-009580-016 Hurricane Headset with PTT EA-009580-017 Hurricane Headset with PTT and Pigtail Jack EA-009580-018 ARRYING CCESSORIES P7300 Black Nylon Case with Belt Loop Kit, consists of: Kit: KT-016201-001, incl: P7300 Black Nylon Case with Retaining Strap FM-016199-001...

  • Page 24: User Interface

    MM-013994-001 USER INTERFACE This section describes the primary user interface; the buttons, knob controls, indicators, and display. Figure 7-1: P7300 Portable Radio CONTROLS 7.1.1 Buttons and Knobs The P7300 portable radios feature two rotary control knobs, an emergency button, and a dual-position A/B switch located on the top of the radio (Figure 7-2).

  • Page 25: Figure 7-2: Top View

    MM-013994-001 Figure 7-2: Top View Figure 7-3: Side View The functions of the button and knob controls vary depending on the mode of operation. The primary functions of the button and knob controls when in the EDACS mode of operation are listed in the following paragraphs.

  • Page 26: Keypad

    MM-013994-001 POWER ON-OFF/VOLUME Applies power to the radio and adjusts audio volume. KNOB Rotating the control clockwise applies power to the radio. A single alert tone (if enabled through programming) indicates the radio is operational. Rotating the control clockwise increases the volume level. Minimum volume levels may be programmed into the radio to prevent missed calls due to a low volume setting.

  • Page 27: Figure 7-4: P7350 "Scan" Model Front Panel

    MM-013994-001 Figure 7-4: P7350 “Scan” Model Front Panel Figure 7-5: P7370 “System” Model Front Panel Alpha-numeric character entry is the secondary function of most of the P7300 keypad keys in the EDACS mode of operation. In addition, the (*) and (#) keys are also available.

  • Page 28: Display

    MM-013994-001 FUNCTION Primary function: Status key. Access to the status list (0-9). The Status key permits the transmission of a pre-programmed status message to an EDACS site. Primary function: Message key. Access to the message list (0-9). The Message key permits the transmission of a pre-programmed message to an EDACS site. Primary function: Deletes selected groups or channels of the currently selected system from the Scan list.

  • Page 29: Table 7-2: Status Icons Descriptions

    MM-013994-001 EDACS and Conventional icons will be discussed in the EDACS or Conventional Operation sections, and P25 icons will be discussed in the P25 Operation section. Table 7-2: Status Icons Descriptions STATUS ICON DESCRIPTIONS EDACS, CONVENTIONAL, AND P25 ICONS Steady – “Busy” transmitting or receiving. Appears in the 2nd position of the display.

  • Page 30: Tri-Color Led

    MM-013994-001 Figure 7-7: Full Cycle Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicators illustrate approximate level only, based on battery voltage. Refer to Figure 7-7. Figure 7-8: Tri-Color LED 7.1.4 Tri-Color LED The Tri-Color LED changes color to indicate radio status and is visible from both the front and top of the radio (see Figure 7-2).

  • Page 31: Edacs Operation

    MM-013994-001 EDACS OPERATION...

  • Page 32: Edacs Operation

    MM-013994-001 EDACS OPERATION CONTROLS The radio features two rotary control knobs and an emergency button mounted on the top of the radio. Push-To-Talk and option buttons are mounted on the side. The front mounted keypad has six buttons on the P7350 Scan model and 15 buttons on the P7370 System Radio. 8.1.1 Buttons and Knobs This section describes the primary function of the button and knob controls (see Figure 7-2 and Figure...

  • Page 33: Keypad

    MM-013994-001 8.1.2 Keypad The keys on the keypad have special functions and are labeled using a symbol or abbreviated word describing its primary function. Alpha-numeric entry is a secondary function of the keys. Each key is described in the following subsections. Figure 8-1: P7350 “Scan”...

  • Page 34: Figure 8-2: P7370 "System" Radio Front Panel

    MM-013994-001 Figure 8-2: P7370 “System” Radio Front Panel Table 8-2: P7370 Keypad Functions FUNCTION Primary Function: Accesses the pre-stored menu. Secondary Function: Activates a selected item within the menu. This is similar to an “Enter” key. Primary Function: Allows the user to scroll through available systems, groups, or channels, depending on personality programming.
  • Page 35 MM-013994-001 FUNCTION Initiates telephone interconnect calls. Initiates individual unit-to-unit calls.

  • Page 36: Display

    MM-013994-001 DISPLAY The radio Display is made up of 3 lines (see Figure 8-3). Lines 1 and 2 contain eight alphanumeric character blocks and are used primarily to display system and group names. Line 1 also displays radio status messages. The 3rd line is used primarily to display radio status icons. All three lines are used to display menu options when in the menu mode.

  • Page 37: Table 8-3: Status Icon Descriptions

    MM-013994-001 RADIO STATUS ICONS Status Icons indicate the various operating characteristics of the radio. The icons show operating modes and conditions and appear on the third line of the display (see Table 8-3). Table 8-3: Status Icon Descriptions Steady – “Busy” transmitting or receiving. Appears in the 2 position of the display.

  • Page 38: Tri-Color Led

    MM-013994-001 Figure 8-4: Full Cycle Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicators illustrate approximate level only, based on battery voltage. Refer to Figure 8-4. TRI-COLOR LED Figure 8-5: Tri-Color LED The Tri-Color LED changes color to indicate radio status and is visible from both the front and top of the radio (see Figure 8-5).

  • Page 39: Error Messages

    MM-013994-001 MESSAGE NAME DESCRIPTION CC SCAN Control Indicates the control channel is lost and the radio has entered the Control Channel Scan Channel Scan mode to search for the control channel (usually out of range indication). WA SCAN Wide Area Indicates the radio has entered the Wide Area Scan mode to search for a Scan new system (if enabled through programming).

  • Page 40: Alert Tones

    MM-013994-001 ALERT TONES The P7300 radio provides audible Alert Tones or “beeps” to indicate the various operating conditions (see Table 8-4). Table 8-4: Alert Tones NAME TONE DESCRIPTION Call Originate one short mid-pitched OK to talk after pressing the push-to-talk button Call Queued one high-pitched Call queued for processing...

  • Page 41: System Selection

    MM-013994-001 SYSTEM SELECTION METHOD 1: From the control knob: If system selection is programmed to the Voice Group Selection control knob, select a system by turning the knob to the desired system number position (1-16). The display registers the new system name on line one.

  • Page 42: Modify Scan List

    MM-013994-001 8.11 MODIFY SCAN LIST 8.11.1 P7370 Model 1. Press to toggle scan OFF and verify is not displayed. 2. Select group or channel. 3. Press once to remove group or channel from list. 4. Press once to add as a normal group or channel. 5.

  • Page 43: Menu Item Selection Process

    MM-013994-001 5. Once the desired setting is reached press to store the value and return the menu option selection level. For menu items that display radio information, pressing will scroll through a list of informational displays. Possible menu items are listed in Table 8-5. 8.12.1 Menu Item Selection Process An example of the backlight menu item selection process and menu item parameter change is shown in...

  • Page 44: Table 8-5: Menu Item Information

    MM-013994-001 Table 8-5: Menu Item Information PARAMETER FEATURE DISPLAY COMMENT SETTING Keypad Lock Menu Item: Locked Locks the keypad. To unlock; press and release then within KEY LOCK 1 second press the option button NOTE: This sequence is also a Unlocked short cut to locking the keypad.

  • Page 45: Backlight On/Off

    MM-013994-001 Table 8-6: Information Display RADIO ID LID in EDACS/EA In CONV it has no XXXXXXXX meaning. RAM SIZ RAM Size FLSH SIZ Flash Size RF BAND Frequency Band PERS VER Software Version DSP DATE Date DSP code was built. DSP TIME Time DSP code was built.

  • Page 46: Declaring An Emergency

    MM-013994-001 8.15 DECLARING AN EMERGENCY 1. Press and hold the red Emergency/Home button (the length of time is programmable; check with the system administrator). 2. *TXEMER* will flash in the display, plus will be displayed. After 2-3 seconds the transmit icon will turn off.

  • Page 47: Clear Mode

    MM-013994-001 8.18.1 Clear Mode The Clear Mode is a voice mode in which the radio transmits and receives only clear (analog) voice signals. These analog signals are non-digitized and non-encrypted. Clear mode transmissions can be monitored easily by unauthorized persons. Groups or channels programmed for clear operation cannot transmit or receive digital or private messages.

  • Page 48: Private Operation

    MM-013994-001 8.18.3.1 Displaying the Currently Used Cryptographic Key Number To Display the Currently Used Cryptographic Key Number for either the system encryption key (for special call such as individual, phone, all, agency or fleet) or the group/channel key (for group or conventional calls), perform the following procedure: 1.

  • Page 49: Scanning Trunked Groups

    MM-013994-001 3. If the last state of the radio was Private Mode, the Private Mode will be enabled on power up. Also, the Private Mode will be enabled if forced operation has been programmed in the radio. PVT DIS If a group or channel is not programmed for Private Mode operation, will be displayed if an attempt is made to enable private transmit mode.

  • Page 50: Turning Scan On And Off

    MM-013994-001 8.19.1 Turning Scan On and Off 1. Toggle Scan operation ON by pressing (P7350 model) or (P7370 model). icon rotates clockwise to indicate radio is scanning. 2. Toggle Scan operation OFF by again pressing (P7350 model) or (P7370 model). will disappear.

  • Page 51: Deleting Groups From A Scan List

    MM-013994-001 P7370 Model Radio 1. With scan operation turned OFF, select the desired group to add to the selected trunked system group scan list. 2. Press . The current priority status of the group will be displayed in column 10 of line three for a time-out period.

  • Page 52: Nuisance Delete

    8.20.1 Wide Area System Scanning The P7300 series radio can be pre-programmed through RPM for Wide Area System Scan operation for roaming across mobile systems. EDACS radio systems manage the radios assigned to the system via a control channel (CC). Upon the loss of the currently selected system's control channel, radios can be programmed to automatically scan the control channels of other systems.

  • Page 53: Proscan

    MM-013994-001 8.20.2.2 When ProScan is Enabled The radio monitors the priority system and will switch to the priority system if the pre-preogrammed criteria ProScan options are met. If ProScan is enabled, the rate at which the radio will scan for the priority system is defined by the System Sample Time control, set in RPM, (refer to RPM On-Line Help).

  • Page 54: Individual Calls

    MM-013994-001 8.22 INDIVIDUAL CALLS 8.22.1 Receiving and Responding to an Individual Call When the radio receives an individual call (a call directed only to the user's radio), it un-mutes on the assigned working channel and displays . The first line on the display shows the logical ID number of the unit sending the message, or the associated name if the ID number is found in the individual call list.

  • Page 55: Sending An Individual Call

    Call Storage Lists There are two lists available for call storage in the P7300 series radios, the calls received list (1 - 10) and the personality list (1 - 99 as defined by the user). When the individual call mode is entered by pressing , the calls received list is available.

  • Page 56: Telephone Interconnect Calls

    MM-013994-001 Figure 8-13: Calls Received and Personality Lists The saved call list shows all ten storage locations. If no calls have been received, the saved call list will be empty and the pre-stored list will be available upon entering the individual call mode. When in the saved call list, pressing the key toggles the time stamp ON and OFF.

  • Page 57: Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency: Overdial/Conventional Mode

    MM-013994-001 In half-duplex mode, only one person may talk at a time. The radio PTT button needs to be pressed in order to communicate to the individual called and released for the individual called to be heard. 8.23.2.2 Direct Dialing of Phone Calls (P7370 Model Only) 1.

  • Page 58: Programmable Entries

    MM-013994-001 P7370 Model Radio 1. Follow the procedure in Section 8.23.2 to establish a connection to the telephone system or consult the system administrator for the procedure to access a dial tone on the trunked or conventional system. 2. Overdial numbers are transmitted using one of the following methods: METHOD 1: 1.

  • Page 59: Status/Message Operation

    MM-013994-001 3. Enter the desired number. If necessary, a pause can be entered by pressing and holding 0-9, , or until an underscore appears in the display (telephone interconnect only). The individual call list entries will accept up to 5 digits. The phone call list entries accept a combination of up to 31 digits and pauses.

  • Page 60: Message Operation

    MM-013994-001 8.25.2 Message Operation The following method can be used to transmit a Message using the Message Operation. 1. Press the key. 2. Press the corresponding pre-programmed 0 through 9 pre-programmed “message” key. If no message NO ENTRY has been programmed for the selected number key, the radio will display .

  • Page 61: Portable Data

    8.28 PORTABLE DATA The P7300 series portable radios, when operating in the EDACS Trunked configuration, permit both voice and data calls to be transmitted and received. The radio can handle only one type of call at a time; however, either data or voice is selected transparently by the operator through normal usage of the radio.

  • Page 62: Scan Lockout Mode

    MM-013994-001 8.28.5 Scan Lockout Mode Following the transmission or reception of a data call, if scan is enabled, scanning will stop temporarily. There are two independent pre-programmed times associated with this mode; one after a received data call and one after a transmitted data call. During this time the scan indicator will flash to indicate that scan is enabled but temporarily suspended.
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  • Page 64: Conventional Operation

    MM-013994-001 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION...

  • Page 65: Controls

    MM-013994-001 CONVENTIONAL OPERATION The radio functions in the conventional mode when using conventional communications channels (non- trunked). CONTROLS The radio features two rotary control knobs and an emergency button mounted on the top of the radio. Push-To-Talk and option buttons are mounted on the side. The front mounted keypad has six buttons on the P7350 Scan model and 15 buttons on the P7370 System model.

  • Page 66: Buttons And Knobs

    MM-013994-001 9.1.1 Buttons and Knobs This section describes the primary function of the button and knob controls. Refer to Figure 9-1 and Figure 9-2. POWER ON-OFF Applies power to and adjusts the receiver’s volume. Rotating the control VOLUME KNOB clockwise applies power to the radio. A single alert tone (if enabled through programming) indicates the radio is operational.

  • Page 67: Keypad

    MM-013994-001 9.1.2 Keypad The keys on the keypad have special functions and are labeled using a symbol or abbreviated word describing its primary function. Numeric entry is a secondary function of the keys. Each key is described in the following subsections. Figure 9-3: P7350 “Scan”...

  • Page 68: Figure 9-4: P7370 "System" Radio Front Panel

    MM-013994-001 Figure 9-4: P7370 “System” Radio Front Panel FUNCTION Primary Function: Allows the user to scroll through available systems, groups, or channels, depending on personality programming. Secondary Function: Changes the selection for an item within a list. Primary Function: Accesses the pre-stored menu. Secondary Function: Activates a selected item within a list.

  • Page 69: Display

    MM-013994-001 DISPLAY The radio display is made up of 3 lines (see Figure 9-5). Lines 1 and 2 contain eight alphanumeric character blocks and are used primarily to display system or group/channel names. Line 1 also displays radio status messages. The 3rd line is used primarily to display radio status icons. All three lines are used to display menu options when in the menu mode.

  • Page 70: Tri-Color Led

    MM-013994-001 STATUS ICON DESCRIPTIONS Steady – priority 2 group or channel. Appears in the 10th position of the display. Steady – priority 1 group or channel. Appears in the 10th position of the display. Steady (rotates clockwise) – scan mode enabled. Appears in the 9th position of the display. If icon is not visible –...

  • Page 71: Status Messages

    MM-013994-001 STATUS MESSAGES During radio operation, various radio Status Messages can be displayed. The messages are described below. MESSAGE NAME DESCRIPTION TALKARND Talkaround Indicates the radio is operating on conventional channels in talkaround mode (no repeater). LOW BATT Low Battery Battery voltage has dropped to the point to where the radio is no longer able to transmit.

  • Page 72: System Selection

    MM-013994-001 3. Adjust the POWER ON-OFF/VOLUME knob to the desired volume level. 4. Select the desired system, group/channel. The display indicates the current system and group/channel names. 5. The radio is now ready to transmit and receive calls. SYSTEM SELECTION From the control knob: If system selection is programmed to the Voice Group METHOD 1: Selection control knob, select a system by turning the knob to the desired number...

  • Page 73: Modify Scan List

    MM-013994-001 METHOD 2: From the keypad: If group selection is programmed as the primary function of select a group by pressing to scroll through the list. The display registers the new group name on line two. (P7370 model radios only) Direct Access: Press to enter the group select mode.

  • Page 74: Figure 9-8: Menu Display

    MM-013994-001 2. Upon entering the menu selection mode, Menu options will appear in the display (see Figure 9-8). Figure 9-8: Menu Display 3. The radio will continue to receive and transmit normally while in the menu function. 4. To scroll through the menu options use the keys.

  • Page 75: Table 9-3: Menu Item Information

    MM-013994-001 The TX POWER menu item, when selected, toggles LOW/HIGH power. It does not use to scroll nor is an additional press of the button required. Table 9-3: Menu Item Information PARAMETER FEATURE DISPLAY COMMENT SETTING Keypad Lock Menu Item: Locked Locks the keypad.

  • Page 76: Backlight On/Off

    MM-013994-001 Table 9-4: Information Display RADIO ID LID in EDACS/EA. In CONV it has no XXXXXXXX meaning. RAM SIZ RAM Size FLSH SIZ Flash Size RF BAND Frequency Band PERS VER Software Version DSP DATE Date DSP code was built. DSP TIME Time DSP code was built.

  • Page 77: Locking/Unlocking Keypad

    MM-013994-001 2. *TXEMER* will flash in the display, plus will be displayed. After 2-3 seconds the transmit icon will turn off. 3. *TXEMER* and will remain until the emergency is cleared. (Refer to Section 8.21 for more detail concerning emergency operation.) 4.

  • Page 78: Digital Mode

    MM-013994-001 9.17.2 Digital Mode The Digital Mode allows the radio to transmit and receive digitized voice signals. Digital signals provide improved weak signal performance and cannot be easily monitored with a standard receiver. Groups and channels programmed for digital operation transmit only digital signals. Individual phone calls (I-Calls) are answered back in the mode in which they were received assuming the call or hang time is still active.

  • Page 79: Sending A Call

    MM-013994-001 2. When the radio receives a call, the radio will unmute and the channel name will appear in the display. 9.19 SENDING A CALL 1. Select desired system/channel. 2. Ensure the channel is not busy by pressing the button momentarily. If audio is heard or if the icon is on, the channel is busy.
  • Page 80 MM-013994-001 P25 OPERATION...

  • Page 81: P25 Operation

    MM-013994-001 10 P25 OPERATION Once a P25 system has been selected from the available systems on your P7300 series portable radio, the characteristics described in the following sections will govern operation. 10.1 CONTROLS The radio features two rotary control knobs and an emergency button mounted on the top of the radio.

  • Page 82: Buttons And Knobs

    MM-013994-001 10.1.1 Buttons and Knobs This section describes the primary function of the button and knob controls. Refer to Figure 10-1 and Figure 10-2. POWER ON-OFF Applies power to and adjusts the receiver’s volume. Rotating the control VOLUME KNOB clockwise applies power to the radio. A single alert tone (if enabled through programming) indicates the radio is operational.

  • Page 83: Keypad

    MM-013994-001 10.1.2 Keypad The keys on the keypad have special functions and are labeled using a symbol or abbreviated word describing its primary function. Alpha-numeric entry is a secondary function of the keys. Each key is described in the following subsections. Figure 10-3: P7350 “Scan”...

  • Page 84: Table 10-2: P7370 "System" Keypad Functions

    MM-013994-001 Figure 10-4: P7370 “System” Radio Front Panel Table 10-2: P7370 “System” Keypad Functions FUNCTION Primary Function: Accesses the pre-stored menu. Secondary Function: Activates a selected item within the menu. This is similar to an “Enter” key. Primary Function: Allows the user to scroll through available systems, groups, or channels, depending on personality programming.

  • Page 85: Display

    MM-013994-001 10.2 DISPLAY The radio display is made up of 3 lines (see Figure 10-5). Lines 1 and 2 contain eight alphanumeric character blocks and are used primarily to display system and group names. Line 1 also displays radio status messages. The 3rd line is used primarily to display radio status icons. All three lines are used to display menu options when in the menu mode.

  • Page 86: Radio Status Icons

    MM-013994-001 10.3 RADIO STATUS ICONS Status Icons indicate the various operating characteristics of the radio. The icons show operating modes and conditions and appear on the third line of the display (see Table 10-3). Table 10-3: Display Descriptions Steady – “Busy” transmitting or receiving. Appears in the 2 position of the display.

  • Page 87: Tri-Color Led

    MM-013994-001 Figure 10-6: Full Cycle Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicators illustrate approximate level only, based on battery voltage. Refer to Figure 10-6. 10.4 TRI-COLOR LED Figure 10-7: Tri-Color LED The Tri-Color LED changes color to indicate radio status and is visible from both the front and top of the radio (see Figure 10-7).

  • Page 88: Error Messages

    MM-013994-001 MESSAGE NAME DESCRIPTION CC SCAN Control Indicates the control channel is lost and the radio has entered the Control Channel Scan Channel Scan mode to search for the control channel (usually out of range indication). WA SCAN Wide Area Indicates the radio has entered the Wide Area Scan mode to search for a Scan new system (if enabled through programming).

  • Page 89: Alert Tones

    MM-013994-001 10.6 ALERT TONES The P7300 series radios provide audible Alert Tones or “beeps” to indicate the various operating conditions (see Table 10-4). Table 10-4: Alert Tones NAME TONE DESCRIPTION Call Originate one short mid-pitched OK to talk after pressing the push-to-talk...

  • Page 90: Group/Channel Selection

    MM-013994-001 If system selection is programmed to the Voice Group Selection control knob, direct access to systems will not be available. Pressing will scroll through different sets of 16 systems each (banks) if more than 16 systems are programmed into the radio.

  • Page 91: P7350 Model

    MM-013994-001 10.9.2 P7350 Model 1. Press to toggle scan OFF and verify is not displayed. 2. Select group or channel. 3. Press once to remove group from the list. 4. Press once to add as a normal group. 5. Press twice to add as a Priority 2 group.

  • Page 92: Table 10-5: Menu Item Information

    MM-013994-001 Figure 10-9: Backlight Menu Item Selection Parameter 3. Press . The backlight menu item is activated. Line one shows the active menu item and its current parameter setting. Line two shows the currently selected system or group name (see Figure 10-10).

  • Page 93: Table 10-6: Information Display

    MM-013994-001 PARAMETER FEATURE DISPLAY COMMENT SETTING Display Current Home HOME Selects Home Group/Channel Group/Channel Select Desired System SYS SEL Selects a new system. Add Group/Channel to SCAN ADD Adds to Scan List. Scan List Delete Group/Channel SCAN DEL Deletes Group or Channel from Scan List. Add/Delete Scan List SCAN A/D Add or Delete from Scan List.

  • Page 94: Backlight On/Off

    MM-013994-001 10.11 BACKLIGHT ON/OFF 1. Press to access the menu. 2. Press to scroll through menu until “BCKLGHT” appears. 3. Press to select Backlight menu. 4. Press to toggle backlight ON and OFF. 5. Press to select new backlight setting. 10.12 CONTRAST ADJUST 1.

  • Page 95: Using The Pre-Programmed Option Button

    MM-013994-001 2. Using the keys, scroll until the cursor (>) appears to the left of “TX POWER” in the display. 3. Press again to toggle between High and Low power. 4. “POWER = HIGH” or “POWER = LOW” will appear momentarily on the top line of the display. 10.15.2 Using the Pre-Programmed Option Button Press the Option button.
  • Page 96 MM-013994-001 Mode, the radio transmits in the mode of the received call if the hang time is active. If no hang time is active, the radio transmits private. Cryptographic keys are transferred to the radio using a cryptographic Keyloader. Up to seven (7) different cryptographic keys, numbered 1-7, can be transferred from a Keyloader and stored in the radio.

  • Page 97: Private Operation

    MM-013994-001 10.16.4 Private Operation 10.16.4.1 Receiving an Encrypted Call When receiving, the radio automatically switches between clear or private operation. If the transmission being received is an encrypted transmission, it will be decrypted, the icon is displayed, the receiver will unsquelch and the message will be heard in the speaker.

  • Page 98: Scanning Trunked Groups

    MM-013994-001 The voice coding technology embodied in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights, and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. The user of this technology is explicitly prohibited from attempting to de-compile, reverse engineer, or to disassemble the Object Code, or in any other way convert the Object Code into a human-readable form.
  • Page 99 MM-013994-001 5. Press a third time to set the group to Priority 1. A is displayed on line three. The priority level section sequence only advances the group to the next high priority level and stops at priority level 1. To select a lower priority level, the group must be deleted from the scan list and then added back to the scan list.

  • Page 100: Deleting Groups From A Scan List

    10.18.1 Wide Area System Scanning The P7300 series radio can be programmed for Wide Area System Scan operation for roaming across mobile systems. Upon the loss of the currently selected system's control channel, radios can be programmed to automatically scan the control channels of other systems.

  • Page 101: Priority System Scan

    MM-013994-001 10.18.2 Priority System Scan The radio can also be programmed for Priority System Scan. The priority system is the desired or preferred system. While receiving the control channel of the selected system, the radio will periodically leave the selected system and search for the control channel of the priority system. This is done at a ™...

  • Page 102: Declaring An Emergency Call

    MM-013994-001 10.19.2 Declaring an Emergency Call Perform the following steps to send an emergency call to a selected system and group (or on an optionally pre-programmed group). 1. Press and hold the red EMERGENCY button that is on top of the radio in front of the antenna for approximately one second (this time is programmable and therefore could be longer or shorter;...

  • Page 103: Sending An Individual Call

    MM-013994-001 Figure 10-13: Calls Received Lists To access the Calls Received List, press the key twice. Use the buttons to scroll through the list. Pressing the key will display the time elapsed since the call was received. After pressing the display will appear similar to Figure 10-14. Figure 10-14: WHC Individual Call Display Pressing the PTT will initiate an individual call to the displayed logical ID.

  • Page 104: Call Storage Lists

    10.20.3 Call Storage Lists There are two lists available for call storage in the P7300 series radios, the calls received list (1 - 10) and the personality list (1 - 99 as defined by the user). When the individual call mode is entered by pressing , the calls received list is available.

  • Page 105: Sending A Telephone Interconnect Call

    MM-013994-001 10.21.2 Sending a Telephone Interconnect Call 10.21.2.1 Pre-Stored Number Use the following procedures to initiate and complete a Telephone Interconnect call. 1. P7370 Model: To select a previously stored phone number, press the key. Use the buttons to scroll through the list of stored numbers. P7350 Model: To select a previously stored phone number, press the key.
  • Page 106 MM-013994-001 Overdial operation can also be used to initiate a telephone interconnect call via DTMF signaling if a dial tone has already been accessed on the system. This method makes a telephone interconnect call while operating in the conventional mode but will also function in trunked mode if a dial tone is directly accessible.

  • Page 107: Programmable Entries

    MM-013994-001 METHOD 2: (P7370 model radios only) 1. Enter the overdial selection mode by pressing the button. 2. Press and hold the PTT button while entering the overdial number sequence from the keypad. This method sends DTMF tones during individual, telephone interconnect, trunked group, or conventional channel calls.

  • Page 108: Status Operation

    MM-013994-001 10.23.1 Status Operation P7370 Model Radio One of two methods can be used to transmit a status condition. METHOD 1: 1. Press the key, then use the buttons to scroll to the pre-programmed status condition. STATUS and 0 through 9 pre-programmed status selections are available from the menu.

  • Page 109: Macro Key Operation

    10.25 PORTABLE DATA The P7300 series portable radios, when operating in the EDACS Trunked configuration, permit both voice and data calls to be transmitted and received. The radio can handle only one type of call at a time; however, either data or voice is selected transparently by the operator through normal usage of the radio.

  • Page 110: Exiting Data Calls

    MM-013994-001 10.25.4 Exiting Data Calls Under normal conditions, the radio enters the scan lockout mode and returns to the control channel after completion of a data call (transmit or receive). If, during a data call, one of the following operations occurs, the data call is immediately terminated and the radio performs the desired function: •...

  • Page 111: Receiving A Group Call

    MM-013994-001 10.26.2 Receiving a Group Call 1. The radio will unmute according to the squelch mode defined in the radio personality (monitor, normal, selective). 2. Select the desired P25 system and Talk Group/Channel or turn scan on and make sure the desired channel is in the scan list.

  • Page 112: Receiving An Emergency Group Call

    MM-013994-001 3. While the PTT is NOT pressed, the mic will be open and the radio will broadcast an approximately 2 second transmission (e.g., background noise) which will be repeated at 10-30 second intervals. 4. Press the PTT to stop the short transmissions. 5.
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  • Page 114: Warranty Information

    MM-013994-001 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION...

  • Page 115: Technical Assistance

    MM-013994-001 11 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE The Technical Assistance Center's (TAC) resources are available to help with overall system operation, maintenance, upgrades and product support. TAC is the point of contact when answers are needed to technical questions. Product specialists, with detailed knowledge of product operation, maintenance and repair provide technical support via a toll-free (in North America) telephone number.

  • Page 116: Basic Troubleshooting

    MM-013994-001 12 BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING Use Table 12-1 as a troubleshooting guide if the radio is not functioning properly. If additional assistance is required, contact a qualified service technician or call M/A-COM at 1-800-528-7711. Table 12-1: Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Radio will not turn Low battery charge Change the battery pack to a fully charged pack.
  • Page 117 MM-013994-001 BATTERY WARRANTY A. M/A-COM, Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the original purchaser for use (hereinafter "Buyer") that nickel-cadmium and nickel-metal hydride batteries supplied by Seller shall be free from defects in material and workmanship, and shall conform to its published specifications for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase.
  • Page 118 MM-013994-001 WARRANTY A. M/A-COM, Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the original purchaser for use (hereinafter "Buyer") that Equipment manufactured by or for the Seller shall be free from defects in material and workmanship, and shall conform to its published specifications. With respect to all non-M/A-COM Equipment, Seller gives no warranty, and only the warranty, if any, given by the manufacturer shall apply.
  • Page 119 Tyco Electronics Wireless Systems 221 Jefferson Ridge Parkway Lynchburg, Virginia 24501 (Outside USA, 1-434-385-2400) Toll Free 1-800-528-7711 www.macom-wireless.com Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 120 P7300 Product Safety Manual MM-013995-001 Oct/08 This booklet contains important safety information regarding specific absorption rate (SAR) and RF exposure limits included in United States and international standards. Read the information in this booklet before operating your radio. P7300 Series Portable Radios...
  • Page 121 DATE DESCRIPTION Oct/08 Initial release Tyco Electronics Technical Publications would particularly appreciate feedback on any errors found in this document and suggestions on how the document could be improved. Submit your comments and suggestions to: Tyco Electronics Wireless Systems Technical Publications...
  • Page 122 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS ......4 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ......5 RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES.......... 5 ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE/ COMPATIBILITY.............. 6 OPERATING TIPS............6 EFFICIENT RADIO OPERATION........7 OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES ........9 BATTERY PACKS............9 CONDITIONING NIMH BATTERY PACKS....9 CONDITIONING NICD BATTERY PACKS....

  • Page 123: Safety Symbol Conventions

    SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used to alert the user to general safety precautions that must be observed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this product. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the product.

  • Page 124: Safety Training Information

    SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION The M/A-COM P7300 portable radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only,” meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards and the ways to minimize such hazards.

  • Page 125: Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

    • Always transmit using low power when possible. In addition to conserving battery charge, low power can reduce RF exposure. • ALWAYS use M/A-COM authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker/mics, etc). Use of unauthorized accessories may cause the FCC Occupational/Controlled Exposure RF compliance requirements to be exceeded.

  • Page 126: Efficient Radio Operation

    Vehicular operation can be aided with the use of an externally mounted antenna. Battery condition is another important factor in the trouble free operation of a portable radio. Always properly charge the batteries. EFFICIENT RADIO OPERATION For optimum audio clarity at the receiving radio, hold the portable radio approximately three inches from your mouth and speak into the microphone at a normal voice level.
  • Page 127 3.1.3 Aircraft Always turn off a portable radio before boarding any aircraft! • Use it on the ground only with crew permission. • DO NOT use while in-flight!! 3.1.4 Electric Blasting Caps To prevent accidental detonation of electric blasting caps, DO NOT use two-way radios within 1000 feet of blasting operations.

  • Page 128: Options And Accessories

    CAUTION radios. BATTERY PACKS The P7300 series portable radios use rechargeable, recyclable Nickel Cadmium (NiCd), Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH), or Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery packs. Please follow the directions below to maximize the useful life of each type of battery pack.

  • Page 129: Conditioning Nicd Battery Packs

    (weeks, months, or longer). Conditioning requires fully charging and fully discharging the battery pack three (3) times using the tri-chemistry charger. The first time the battery pack is put into the charger, this unit will condition Nickel-based battery packs by automatically charging and discharging (cycling) the battery.

  • Page 130: Battery Disposal

    BATTERY DISPOSAL In no instance should a battery pack be incinerated. Disposing of a battery pack by burning will cause an explosion. CAUTION RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK DISPOSAL – The product you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery pack. The battery pack is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery pack into the municipal waste stream.

  • Page 131: Battery Warranty

    BATTERY WARRANTY M/A-COM, Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the original purchaser for use (hereinafter "Buyer") that nickel-cadmium and nickel-metal hydride batteries supplied by Seller shall be free from defects in material and workmanship, and shall conform to its published specifications for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase.

  • Page 132: Warranty

    WARRANTY M/A-COM, Inc. (hereinafter "Seller") warrants to the original purchaser for use (hereinafter "Buyer") that Equipment manufactured by or for the Seller shall be free from defects in material and workmanship, and shall conform to its published specifications. With respect to all non-M/A-COM Equipment, Seller gives no warranty, and only the warranty, if any, given by the manufacturer shall apply.
  • Page 133 NOTES MM-013995-001...
  • Page 134 NOTES MM-013995-001...
  • Page 135 Tyco Electronics Wireless Systems 221 Jefferson Ridge Parkway Lynchburg, Virginia 24501 (Outside USA, 1-434-385-2400) Toll Free 1-800-528-7711 www.macom-wireless.com Printed in U.S.A.

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