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Page 3: Directive 1999/5/Ec Declaration Of Conformity
Tait Electronics Limited vakuuttaa täten että som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. TPCB1A, TPCH5A & TPCH6A tyyppinen laite Se även: http://eudocs.taitworld.com/ on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimus- ten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehto- MPC-00026-02 Issue 2 © Tait Electronics Limited April 2008. All rights reserved. - Page 4 Tait Electronics Limited. The word TAIT and the TAIT logo are trademarks of Tait Electronics Limited. All trade names referenced are the service mark, trademark or registered trademark of the respective manufacturers.
- Page 5 Intellectual property rights This product may be protected by one or more patents of Tait Electronics Limited together with their international equivalents, pending patent applications and registered trade marks: NZ508806, NZ508807, NZ509242, NZ509640, NZ509959, NZ510496, NZ511155, NZ511421, NZ516280/NZ519742, NZ520650/NZ537902, NZ521450,...
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Page 6: About This Guide
About this guide This user’s guide provides information about the TP8110 portable radio, version 1.03 and higher. If you need further assistance or your radio does not operate as you expect,... - Page 7 Disposing of Lithium-ion batteries Discharge the Li-ion battery before disposing of it. When disposing of the battery, be sure to do so in an environmentally sensitive manner. Please contact your radio provider for information on recycling programs in your area. Charger compliance information United States This battery charger has been tested and found to comply...
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Page 8: For Your Safety
For your safety Before using your radio, please read the following important safety and compliance information. Safety warnings used in this guide Within this guide, the following conventions are used to alert you to important safety information: Warning: There is a potential risk of death or serious injury. Caution: There is the risk of minor or moderate injury to people. -
Page 9: Controlling Your Exposure To Rf Energy
If you wear your radio, you must always put it in a ■ carrying accessory that has been specifically approved by Tait for this radio. Using non-approved body-worn accessories may mean you expose yourself to higher levels of RF than recommended by the FCC’s occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits. -
Page 10: Compliance With Rf Energy Exposure Standards
The radio is designed to satisfy the applicable compliance regulations. Do not make modifications or changes to the radio that are not expressly approved by Tait Electronics Limited. Failure to do so could invalidate compliance requirements and void the user’s authority to operate the radio. -
Page 11: Health, Safety And Electromagnetic Compatibility In Europe
Brief Declarations of Conformity appear on page Website: To download the formal declaration of conformity, go to http://eudocs.taitworld.com. A signed and dated paper copy of the declaration of conformity can be obtained from Tait Electronics Limited. For your safety 11... -
Page 12: Electromagnetic Compatibility In European Vehicles
Electromagnetic compatibility in European vehicles In the European Community, radio equipment fitted to automotive vehicles is regulated by Directive 72/245/EEC, as last amended by 2005/83/EC. The requirements of this directive cover the electromagnetic compatibility of electrical or electronic equipment fitted to automotive vehicles. Interference with electronic devices Some electronic devices may be prone to malfunction due to the lack of protection from RF energy that is present when... -
Page 13: As/Nzs Standard 4365 Requirements
AS/NZS standard 4365 requirements This product has been approved for operation in the UHF Citizens Band Radio Service which is licensed in Australia by the ACMA Radiocommunications (Citizens Band Radio Stations) Class Licence and in New Zealand by the MED General User Radio Licence for Citizens Band Radio. -
Page 14: Safe Radio Operation
Safe radio operation Warning: Switch off the radio: At petrol filling stations or near flammable liquids or gases. ■ In the vicinity of explosive devices and blasting zones. ■ Before boarding an aircraft. Using your radio while in the ■ air is not permitted. -
Page 15: Custom Radio Settings
Custom radio settings Use the following table to list your radio’s programmed settings Top key short press: top key long press: Function key 1 short press: long press: Function key 2 short press: long press: Channel selector... -
Page 17: Table Of Contents
Contents Directive 1999/5/EC Declaration of Conformity ..........3 About this guide ..................6 For your safety ..................... 8 Safety warnings used in this guide ............8 Radio frequency exposure information ............ 8 Controlling your exposure to RF energy ..........9 Compliance with RF energy exposure standards ........ - Page 18 Troubleshooting ..................47 When your radio won’t turn on ............48 Troubleshooting your charger ............... 49 General care ..................50 Cleaning the radio ................50 Function key options .................. 51 Common functions ................51 Tait general software licence agreement ............ 53...
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Page 19: Before Using Your Radio
Before using your radio Once you have unpacked your radio, there are a few tasks you must do before you can use it. The most important of these is to charge your battery for the first time—allow 2.5 hours for this. This section covers: for your safety—battery warning ■... -
Page 20: For Your Safety-Battery Warning
Charging the battery before first use Before using your battery for the first time, you must charge it. Follow the instructions included with your Tait charger. Note: The radio must be turned off if placed in the charger with the battery. -
Page 21: Attaching The Antenna
Attaching the antenna Before using the radio, screw the antenna clockwise into the antenna connector. The antenna should be screwed sufficiently tight so that it doesn’t unscrew easily. Attaching a belt clip To attach a belt clip to the radio: Slide the belt clip into the two grooves at the top of the battery. -
Page 22: Installing An Accessory
Installing an accessory Accessories plug into the radio’s accessory connector. The accessory connector is protected by a cover, which needs to be removed before an accessory can be installed. Caution: The accessory cover protects the accessory connector from electrostatic discharge. Keep the cover in place unless the connector is in use. -
Page 23: Getting Started
Getting started This section provides a brief description of your radio’s controls and indicators. This section covers: about the radio controls ■ understanding the radio indicators ■ accessing frequently used features ■ turning the radio on and off ■ adjusting the volume ■... -
Page 24: About The Radio Controls
About the radio controls The radio controls are the PTT key, power/volume control, channel selector, top key and function keys. Some keys may have functions assigned to both short and long key presses: a short key press is less than one second, and ■... - Page 25 channel selector top key power/ volume control status LED accessory function key 1 connector (out-of-sight) PTT key (press-to-talk) speaker/ function key 2 microphone Getting started 25...
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Page 26: Understanding The Radio Indicators
Understanding the radio indicators The status LED and the radio’s audible tones all combine to give you information about the state of your radio. The most common way the indicators work is described in the following sections. Note: The way these indicators behave may be affected by the way your radio is programmed. -
Page 27: Accessing Frequently Used Features
Audible tones The radio uses a variety of beeps and tones to supplement the information provided by the status LED. Your radio may also have been programmed so that whenever you press a key, the radio beeps to indicate whether or not the action is permitted: permitted: short, medium-pitched beep, and ■... -
Page 28: Extending Battery Life
Extending battery life Your radio may have two features that allow you to extend the shift life of the radio battery: economy mode, and ■ low power transmit mode. ■ Economy mode Economy mode can be used when there is little or no activity on the radio. -
Page 29: Basic Operation
Basic operation This section covers: selecting a channel ■ selecting a group ■ checking that a channel is clear ■ communicating directly with other radios ■ activating the repeater before a call ■ making a call ■ receiving a call ■... -
Page 30: Selecting A Channel
Selecting a channel In order to make and receive calls, you first need to select a channel, using the channel selector. Each position on the channel selector denotes a channel. To select a channel: Turn the channel selector clockwise or counterclockwise ■... -
Page 31: Communicating Directly With Other Radios
Communicating directly with other radios You may be able to bypass the radio repeater and communicate directly with another radio. This feature is known as ‘repeater talkaround’. You can do this, for example, when you are out of range of the repeater. To activate repeater talkaround: Press the assigned function key. -
Page 32: Making A Call
Making a call To make a call to another radio or group of radios: Select the required channel or group (see “Selecting a channel” “Selecting a group” page 30). Check that the channel is clear (see “Checking that a channel is clear” on page 30). -
Page 33: Receiving A Call
Receiving a call When there is valid activity on your radio’s currently selected channel or group, the radio unmutes and you can hear the call. If the incoming call contains special signalling that matches the signalling programmed for your radio, your radio may give a ringing tone. -
Page 34: Hearing Faint And Noisy Signals
Hearing faint and noisy signals Your radio’s squelch mute (known as ‘squelch’) prevents you from hearing faint or noisy calls on a channel. On occasions when you want to hear everything that is being said on a channel, even if it is hard to understand, you may be able to use the squelch override function to force the mute open. -
Page 35: Scanning A Group Of Channels
Scanning a group of channels The scan function is used to monitor a group of channels for activity. When there is activity on a channel in the group, the radio stops on that channel. The radio then unmutes and you can hear the call. - Page 36 Making a call while scanning If you want to make a call while your radio is scanning: Press the PTT key to transmit. If standard scan is active, your radio calls either the currently selected channel or a programmed ‘home’ channel.
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Page 37: Making And Receiving Different Types Of Calls
Making and receiving different types of calls The types of calls available to your radio depend on the way in which it is programmed and the way the radio system operates. This section covers: making an individual or group call ■... -
Page 38: Making An Individual Or Group Call
Making an individual or group call You may be able to use your radio to make preset calls to an individual or a specific group using special signalling known as ‘Selcall’. Making a preset individual or group call A maximum of three preset individual or group calls can be assigned to each channel. -
Page 39: Receiving An Individual Or Group Call
Receiving an individual or group call When a call is received that contains your radio’s identity, the radio gives a ringing tone. To accept a call: Press the PTT key and begin speaking. If the call is a ■ group call, there is usually no need to respond. Making and receiving different types of calls 39... -
Page 40: Calling A Telephone Or A Remote Device
Calling a telephone or a remote device DTMF is the tone-based system of the world’s telephone networks. If your radio has access to a network that makes use of DTMF tones, your radio may be able to make a call to a telephone or send control codes to a remote device. -
Page 41: Making An Emergency Call
Making an emergency call You may be able to activate emergency mode by using an assigned function key. The emergency function key may be programmed for either a short key press or long key press. Press the assigned function key and an emergency call is sent to your dispatcher, or some other predetermined location. -
Page 42: Activating The Automated Emergency Call Feature
Activating the automated emergency call feature Your radio may have an automated emergency feature called ‘lone worker’. When lone worker is turned on, an emergency call is sent if you become incapacitated while working alone. The lone worker feature works by monitoring your activity. If no key press is detected within a specified period, a warning tone will sound (also for a specified period), after which an emergency call will be made. -
Page 43: Charging And Caring For Batteries
Charging and caring for batteries This section describes how to charge your Tait radio battery as well as care for it, to ensure safe operation, maximum performance and prolonged battery life. Warning: Your battery is designed and manufactured to the highest standard. -
Page 44: Radio Low Battery Warning
Radio low battery warning When the battery is almost empty, your radio warns you in the following ways: The LED indicator slowly flashes red ■ A low-pitched beep sounds. ■ You should recharge or replace the battery as soon as possible. -
Page 45: Charging The Battery
Connect the charger to the correct Tait power adaptor, and power on the power adaptor. The three charger LEDs all light up for about two seconds. Put the battery in the charger and check that it is correctly seated. -
Page 46: Storing Batteries
Storing batteries When not in use for a month or more, batteries should be stored correctly to prolong their life. To prepare a Li-ion battery for storage: Discharge the battery by allowing the radio to turn ■ itself off. (The radio emits a long, low-pitched beep and then stops operating.) Remove the battery from the radio. -
Page 47: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If you are experiencing difficulty operating your radio, you may find the following sections helpful. Consult your radio provider for assistance, if necessary. This section covers: when your radio won’t turn on ■ troubleshooting your charger ■ general care ■... -
Page 48: When Your Radio Won't Turn On
When your radio won’t turn on If the red LED on the radio does not light up when the radio is turned on, it is probable that power is not reaching the radio. Check the following: Is the battery firmly attached to the radio? ■... -
Page 49: Troubleshooting Your Charger
Troubleshooting your charger If any of the faults described in this section persist, contact your radio provider for further assistance. Charger LEDs do not light up Possible reason(s) and solution(s) include: The power adaptor is not connected, or not turned on. ■... -
Page 50: General Care
General care Your radio requires no regular maintenance other than ensuring that the battery has sufficient charge and that no damage has occurred to the antenna or the battery. To prevent permanent damage to the radio case, do not allow the radio to come into contact with detergents, alcohol, aerosol sprays, or petroleum-based products. -
Page 51: Function Key Options
Function key options Note: Some functions are not permitted in some countries. The features below can be assigned top key to the top key and the function keys when the radio is programmed. If you do not know which features have been programmed for your radio, contact your radio provider or system administrator. - Page 52 Function Description low power transmit Overrides the radio’s programmed transmit power setting. See “Low power transmit” on page monitor Turns monitor on and off, so that the user can hear all traffic on a channel. See “Checking that a channel is clear”...
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Page 53: Tait General Software Licence Agreement
THIS LICENCE WILL BE TERMI ANY SUCH COPY OF THE SOFTWARE OR FIRMWARE NATED AUTOMATICALLY AND WITHOUT NOTICE FROM TAIT IN THE EVENT THAT THE LICENSEE FAILS TO MERGE IT INTO ANOTHER PROGRAM FOR YOUR USE COMPLY WITH ANY TERM OR CONDITION OF THIS... - Page 54 LIMITED TO BREACH OF CONTRACT AND TAIT S SOLE AND TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY SUCH CLAIM SHALL BE LIMITED AT THE OPTION OF TAIT TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE SOFTWARE OR FIRMWARE OR THE REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE...
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