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Introduction The TP9100 series is a range of high-performance microprocessor- controlled portable radios for digital (APCO project 25-compatible), analog and mixed operation for voice and data communication. This manual includes the information required for servicing the radio and its accessories.
The frequency bands are implemented by different main boards. Accessories Tait offers a large variety of audio accessories, antennas, a single battery charger, batteries, and other accessories such as carry cases. For more information on the serviceable accessories refer to...
B1=136 to 174MHz, H5=400 to 470MHz, H6=450 to 530MHz cc identifies any radio options. Accessories The product code of the accessories specific to the TP9100 portable radios have the format: TPA–xx-xxx Labels The following external labels are attached to the back of the radio (covered...
Specifications Introduction Table 1.1 shows the specifications for the TP9100 radios. The parameter values quoted are minimum values. These specifications are valid for the date of publication only. For up-to-date specifications, refer to the area on the TaitWorld website reserved for TP9100 products.
Figure 2.2 shows the controls and indicators of the user interface. For more information refer to the TP9100 User’s Guide. Some keys have functions assigned to both short and long key presses. A short key press is less than one second, and a long key press is more than one second.
Repair Levels and Website Access Repair Levels This manual covers level-1 and level-2 repairs of TP9100 radios. Level-1 repairs comprise the replacement of main boards and other parts of the radio, including replacements of the non-SMT components:...
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Tait-only technical notes relate to the firmware. The PCB information packs are discussed in more detail below. Table 4.1 Items relating to TP9100 radios that are available on the Technical Support website Public Associate Tait-only...
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Tait FOCUS An additional source of information to service centers is the Tait FOCUS Database call-logging database. (This is accessible on the Technical Support website also.) All Customer-related technical issues regarding the radios are recorded on this database. These issues may be raised by both Customers and service centers.
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Item TOPA-SV-006 RF cable TPA-SV-005 Battery eliminator (power supply adaptor) TPA-SV-007 Programming cable adapter(RJ12 socket to TP9100) TPA-SV-011 Calibration cable (DB15 socket to TP9100) TPA-SV-006 Programming cable (DB9 socket to RJ12 plug) T950-001 USB to serial adapter (USB1.1 to serial DB9 pin)
Antenna Identification Chart Figure 14.1contains information on Tait-approved radio antennas, and can be used to identify part numbers based on antenna type and length. Figure 14.1 Antenna identification chart VHF and UHF Helical Antennas: UHF Whip Antennas: TPA-AN-002 6.50 in. (165 mm) 136-151 MHz 5.91 in.
41°F (5°C) (charging is and 104°F (40°C). suspended) Check the output voltage of the Tait power adaptor. It should be between 11.5V and 20V. Disassemble the charger as described in “Disassembly/Reassembly”...
P/T 25x6 (x3) 345-10025-06 Note: The characters xx in an IPN (Tait Internal Part Number) stand for the issue number of the part. Only the latest issue of each part will normally be available for ordering as spare or replacement parts.
The TPA-AA-210 Hirose accessory adapter is used to connect the following recommended Hirose accessories, available from Tait and OTTO Communications (www.ottoeng.com): Table 18.1 Compatible Hirose accessories from Tait and Otto Tait Part No. Otto Part No. Description TPA-AA-211...
TOPA-SV-024 Test Unit The TOPA-SV-024 test unit is used to test and maintain Tait portable and mobile radios by providing an interface between the radio, a test PC, and an RF communications test set. The diagram below shows the front panel of the test unit.
This 3-way toggle switch is used to switch between Mod Audio/Audio Tap In, Mic Audio, and Off (no audio signal). With the Tait Orca portables, this switch can be used for setting up dual point modulation by applying modulation to different parts of the radio.
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