Table of contents List of figures Abbreviations General Standards Product description Product image Battery safety instructions (GMDSS radio) Hazards identification First aid measures Fire fighting measures Accidental release measures Handling and storage 6.5.1 Transportation Battery safety instructions (Maritime VHF radio) Hazards identification First aid measures Fire fighting measures...
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Handling and storage 7.5.1 Transportation Functional description Tron TR30 components Antenna Battery endurance Emergency battery Rechargeable battery RCH-30 Battery charger 8.6.1 RCH-30 Battery charger components 8.6.2 Mounting the RCH-30 Battery charger 8.6.3 LED indicator Technical specifications Product specification Installation 10.1 Upon receipt of the radio 10.2...
List of figures Figure 1 Tron TR30 Figure 2 Tron TR30 in the RCH-30 Battery charger Figure 3 Tron TR30 components Figure 4 RCH-30 Battery charger - charging and storage bays Figure 5 Radio in the charging bay and GMDSS battery in the storage bay...
Abbreviations European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road The Code of Federal Regulations Dual Watch (Receiver altering between two different channels) ECHA European Chemical Agency Electromagnetic compatibility Electrostatic discharge European Telecommunications Standard ETSI European Telecommunications Standards Institute GMDSS Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Hardware...
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Return Material Authorization number Radio Standards Specification Safety Data Sheet Sub miniature version A connector SOLAS Safety of Life at Sea (An international maritime safety treaty) STCW Standards of training, certification and watch keeping for seafarers Software Triple Watch United Nations Volts, alternating current (AC) Very High Frequency Page - 10 -...
General Jotron manufactures safety equipment designed for the search and rescue of human life and property. For safety equipment to be effective according to the design parameters it is imperative that all products are handled, maintained, serviced and stowed in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions.
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This symbol is used to highlight information that if not followed can result in personal injury or bodily harm. Jotron is not liable for consequential or special damages and cannot be held responsible for any damages or injury arising either directly or indirectly due...
Jotron declares that this radio is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. A copy of the declaration of conformity can be downloaded from the Jotron website. The Tron TR30 (emergency mode - GMDSS) has been verified, tested and meets the following product standards: EN/IEC 60945: 2002 including Corr.1...
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RSS-182, Issue 5: Jan. 2012 Maritime Radio Transmitters and Receivers in the Band 156-162.5 MHz Tron TR30 (regular mode - VHF) has been verified, tested and meets the following product standards: EN 62479: 2010 Assessment of the compliance of low power electronic...
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service operating in the VHF bands (for non-GMDSS applications only); Part 2: Harmonized EN covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive ETSI EN 301 843-1, V1.2.1 (2012-08) Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for marine radio equipment and services;...
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The use of Tron TR30 radio with the rechargeable LiPo battery may be subject to an operator certificate in accordance with RED 2014/53/EU, Article 10.10. Prior to using this equipment, please check with your local national radio license authority. 47 CFR 2.1093: Oct. 2013 Radio frequency radiation exposure evaluation: portable devices.
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All statements of conformity are available at: www.jotron.com Page - 17 -...
Product description The Tron TR30 is a ruggedly designed radio made for easy operation. It is a portable survival craft two-way VHF radio which is possible to operate using one hand, even when wearing gloves. The high contrast graphical display including integrated back lighting of the display and keys are very effective for visibility and usage in low light conditions.
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• Tron TR30 radio • Emergency GMDSS battery (orange) • Rechargeable battery (black) • Battery charger • Antenna • Belt clip • Wrist strap Part number: 87950 Tron TR30 GMDSS and Maritime VHF radio Page - 19 -...
Battery safety instructions (GMDSS radio) Under EC, European Chemical Agency (ECHA) and US, Occupational Safety and Health Admin (OSHA) legislation this product is classified as a manufactured article, which does not release or otherwise result in exposure to a hazardous chemical under the normal conditions of use. Therefore, this product is exempt from the requirement of a dedicated Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) or Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
5 and 6). Hazards identification The lithium iron disulphide batteries used in the Tron TR30 and described herein are sealed units. Under normal conditions, the battery is hermetically sealed. These batteries are not hazardous when used as intended and recommended.
Ingestion: Swallowing a battery can be harmful. Inhalation: Contents of an open battery can cause respiratory irritation. Skin contact: Contents of an open battery can cause skin irritation. Eye contact: Contents of an open battery can cause severe irritation. First aid measures Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting or consume food or drink.
batteries but will cool the adjacent batteries and control spreading fire. Burning batteries will burn themselves out. Virtually all fires involving lithium batteries can be controlled by flooding with water, however, the contents of the battery will react with water and form hydrogen gas. In a confined space, hydrogen gas can form an explosive mixture.
Handling and storage The Tron TR30 should be stored in a cool and well ventilated area. Elevated temperatures can result in a reduction of battery life. In locations that handle large quantities of lithium batteries, such as a warehouse, lithium batteries should be isolated from unnecessary combustibles.
Battery safety instructions (Maritime VHF radio) Under EC, European Chemical Agency (ECHA) and US, Occupational Safety and Health Admin (OSHA) legislation this product is classified as a manufactured article, which does not release or otherwise result in exposure to a hazardous chemical under the normal conditions of use. Therefore, this product is exempt from the requirement of a dedicated Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) or Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
MSDS info from Pony Test Lab's report (sections 4, 5 & 6). Hazards identification The lithium polymer batteries used in the Tron TR30 and described herein are sealed units. Under normal conditions, the battery is hermetically sealed. These batteries are not hazardous when used as intended and recommended.
Ingestion: Swallowing a battery can be harmful. Inhalation: Contents of an open battery can cause respiratory irritation. Skin contact: Contents of an open battery can cause skin irritation. Eye contact: Contents of an open battery can cause severe irritation. First aid measures Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting or consume food or drink.
A battery may burst and release hazardous decomposition products when exposed to fire. Lithium polymer batteries contain flammable electrolyte that may vent, ignite and produce sparks when subjected to high temperatures (›150°C/302°F), when damaged or abused (e.g. mechanical damage or electrical overcharging), may burn rapidly with flare-burning effect; may ignite other batteries in close proximity.
Handling and storage The Tron TR30 should be stored in a cool and well ventilated area. Elevated temperatures can result in a reduction of battery life. In locations that handle large quantities of lithium batteries, such as a warehouse, lithium batteries should be isolated from unnecessary combustibles.
Functional description Tron TR30 components An overview of the radio components. Figure 3 Tron TR30 components Page - 32 -...
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Antenna Volume, squelch and monitor control Loudspeaker Up arrow button Down arrow button Mem set (memory button) Emergency mode indicator Channel designator Microphone Squelch and signal strength indicator Hi/medium/low (transmitter power indicator) Battery charge indicator Volume control indicator Transmitter power adjustment Scan/Enter button Channel 16 / Call channel button (instant access) PTT Transmit button...
Antenna The antenna for the Tron TR30 is fitted with a standard SMA connector. You can also connect a remote antenna for a fixed application. The Tron TR30 unit is not waterproof when the standard antenna is not attached or if the antenna is not assembled correctly.
* The hours indicated are based on 2W (tested at -20 degrees celsius). ** Emergency battery multi-usage hours have been tested in accordance with 10:10:80 ratio (Send:Listen: Standby). ** Rechargeable battery multi-usage hours have been tested in accordance with 5:5:90 ratio (Send:Listen: Standby). For more information refer to the ETS 300 225 standard.
Rechargeable battery The Tron TR30 can also be delivered with a rechargeable lithium polymer battery (black). When using the rechargeable battery, additional functionality intended for regular radio usage is enabled. This battery can be recharged either while mounted to the radio or while standing alone in the RCH-30 Battery charger.
RCH-30 Battery charger The RCH-30 Battery charger can charge either a single rechargeable battery or a Tron TR30 with a rechargeable battery. In addition, this charger also has one extra battery storage bay for storing an emergency battery.
The battery charger is not waterproof and must therefore be protected from elements. Leaving the radio switched on during charging will increase the charging time. 8.6.1 RCH-30 Battery charger components An overview of the RCH-30 Battery charger components. Page - 39 -...
Using either the two table mounting holes or the wall mounting holes, screw the RCH-30 Battery charger to the desired surface. Place the radio in a location away from direct sea spray, chemicals, oil and vibration. The Tron TR30 must be easily accessible at all times for testing and maintenance. Page - 41 -...
8.6.3 LED indicator The LED indicator on the RCH-30 Battery charger displays the current battery status. Indicator colour: Status: Colour: Green* The battery is fully charged Yellow The battery is charging There is a fault with charging *A green light combined with a yellow blinking light also indicates the battery is fully charged. Page - 42 -...
Technical specifications Product specification Overall: Emergency mode Regular mode (emergency battery) (rechargeable battery) Operating temperature -20 to +55 -20 to +55 range Size (W/H/D) 61mm x 157mm x 40mm (Dept with 61mm x 157mm x 40mm (Dept belt clip 47mm) with belt clip 47mm) Full buoyancy Weight...
10 Installation Since the Tron TR30 can be supplied as a GMDSS or a Maritime VHF radio and each radio uses a different battery, ensure you install the batteries appropriately. Following the applicable installation process according to the battery you will use; either the emergency battery or the rechargeable battery.
The emergency seal sticker must not be removed from the battery unless an emergency situation occurs. To install the emergency battery on the Tron TR30 , do the following: 2. Pull back and remove the emergency seal sticker on the battery.
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Do not force the battery. Ensure you enter the bottom edge of the battery into the bottom edge of the radio. 4. Squeeze in the black finger grips on either side of the battery to lock the battery into place. Page - 47 -...
The battery and radio should always be stored together. 10.4 Installing the rechargeable battery To install the rechargeable battery on the Tron TR30 (Maritime VHF radio), do the following: Using the fixing track, mount the rechargeable battery onto the back of the radio.
Do not force the radio into position in the charging bay. 6. Ensure that the radio is sitting properly in the RCH-30 Battery charger. 10.5 Changing the rechargeable battery To change the rechargeable battery, do the following: Press the ON/OFF button to turn off the radio. 2.
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4. Put the lower end of the new battery into the fixing track at the bottom of the radio. 5. Make sure both battery clips are fully engaged. Changing the battery must be done in a dry environment or under shelter as the radio is only waterproof when the battery, antenna and jack cover are correctly assembled.
Operation instructions (GMDSS radio) 11.1 Emergency mode When the emergency battery is connected, the radio starts in the emergency mode. Only basic functionality is available to the user in this mode. This battery is for use in a distress situation. If the jack cover is removed, for example when using an accessory, the radio is no longer waterproof.
The radio loads the following settings: • Channel 16 • Max power level (2W) • High volume • Low squelch 11.2 Channel selection Function: Channel selection Press or press and hold the up/down arrow buttons to change the channel. When an emergency battery is connected, only GMDSS channels are available.
11.3 Channel 16 button Function: Display screen: Channel 16 Press the 16 button to jump directly to channel 16. The transmit power will always be set to Hi power when using the channel 16 button. 11.4 Volume adjustment Function: Display screen: Volume adjustment Turn the volume control to adjust the volume.
11.5 Squelch adjustment Function: Display screen: Squelch adjustment The squelch bar appears on the screen display indicating the current active sensitivity level. When adjusted fully to the left, the squelch is completely open. Adjusting to the right lowers the receiver sensitivity.
11.6 Key lock and unlock Function: Display screen: Key lock/unlock Press and hold the HI/LO button for 2 seconds to lock or unlock the buttons on the front. A key symbol appears when the radio is locked. PTT, Channel 16, volume and squelch are still available when the radio is locked.
The radio will continue to watch channel 16 while receiving on other channels. When you press PTT the radio will transmit on the active channel. In addition, the watch function will be deactivated. 11.7.1 Dual watch Function: Display screen: Dual watch (DW) The DW function allows the user to monitor channel 16 and the active channel alternately.
11.8 Menus Press the up/down arrow buttons at the same time to enter or exit the menu system. Use the up/down arrow buttons to navigate and select using Scan/Enter. Menus: Exit: Display screen: Use this menu option to exit the menu system. Settings: Display screen: Menu number:...
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Key sound: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to choose an audio tone. You can choose between four different tones. Using the up/down arrow keys, select from 1-4. Key volume: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to set the volume of the key sound.
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Backlight level: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to set the display backlight level. (Off=0, low=1 or high=2) Contrast: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to set the display contrast level (Low=1, medium= 2 or high=3) Key lock time: Display screen: Menu number:...
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System: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to access the following information: • Serial Number • SW version • HW version Serial Number: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to find the serial number of the radio. SW Version: Display screen: Menu number:...
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12 Operation instructions (Maritime VHF radio) 12.1 Regular radio mode When the rechargeable battery is connected additional functionality is available. All VHF channels are available with triple watch and custom channel scan. In addition, three transmit power levels are also available. Function Display screen: Turning on a radio using a rechargeable battery.
12.2 Channel selection Function: Channel selection Press or press and hold the up/down arrow buttons to change the channel. When a rechargeable battery is connected, all VHF maritime channels are available. For information regarding available and active VHF marine radio channels and frequencies, please refer to ITU standards, with reference to the current World Radio Conference (WRC) agreement.
Press the 16 button to jump directly to channel 16. The transmit power will always be set to Hi power when using the channel 16 button, even if you switch from another channel. 12.4 Call channel Function: Display screen: Call channel To program a call channel, do the following: Press and hold the channel 16 button for 2 seconds to enter the call channel.
You can also press Scan to exit the programming mode. 12.5 Custom channels In the regular radio mode the Tron TR30 is capable of storing up to 20 custom channels, which must be programmed by a radio supplier. To view the pre-programmed custom channels, select the Custom channel menu (Refer to the Menus section under the operation instructions for the maritime VHF radio).
Channel letter: Channel ID: Channel type: "F" Fishing channel "L" Leisure channel "M" Yacht and leisure channels (UK only) "P" Private channel "W" Weather channel 12.6 Volume adjustment Function: Display screen: Volume adjustment Turn the volume control to adjust the volume. The volume symbol in the display indicates the volume level.
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Squelch adjustment The squelch bar appears on the screen display indicating the current active sensitivity level. When adjusted fully to the left, the squelch is completely open. Adjusting to the right lowers the receiver sensitivity. The signal strength of the current channel appears on the bar below the squelch bar.
12.8 Key lock and unlock Function: Display screen: Key lock/unlock Press and hold the HI/LO button for 2 seconds to lock or unlock buttons on the front. A key symbol appears when the radio is locked. PTT, volume and squelch are still available when the radio is locked. 12.9 Watch When the radio is in the regular VHF mode, it can check for signals or watch in three ways: Dual watch...
The radio will continue to watch channel 16 while receiving on other channels. When you press PTT the radio will transmit on the active channel. In addition, the watch function you are currently in (DW, TW or Scan) will be deactivated.
4. Using the arrow buttons, select DW. 5. If the radio is not already set to DW, then select SAVE. To activate or deactivate DW, do the following: Press Scan to activate dual watch. 2. Press the up/down buttons to watch a second channel. Press Scan a second time to deactivate dual watch.
5. If the radio is not already set to TW, then select SAVE. To activate or deactivate TW, do the following: Press Scan to activate triple watch. 2. Press the up/down buttons to watch a third channel. Press Scan a second time to deactivated triple watch. 12.9.3 Scan Function:...
To activate or deactivate Scan, do the following: Press and hold Scan for 2 seconds to activate and short click to deactivate. The scan indicator is visible on the display, however, the channels do not appear in real time. 12.9.3.1 Scan Prog Function: Display screen:...
Quick method: Navigate to the channel you want to store or delete from the memory. 2. Press and hold Mem for 2 seconds to store or delete the selected channel from memory. Visual method: Press and hold the Scan button for 2 seconds to activate Scan. 2.
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Exit: Display screen: Use this menu option to exit the menu system. Emergency test: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option for drills/testing or when you want the radio to behave like a GMDSS radio Settings: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to adjust the following settings: •...
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• Contrast • Key lock time • Channel set • Speaker/Mic Key sound: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to choose an audio tone. You can choose between four different tones. Using the up/down arrow keys, select from 1-4.
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Use this menu option to choose if you want to use dual watch or triple watch. Use the up/down arrow keys, select either DW or TW. Backlight time: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to set the time while the backlight is on (1-10 seconds).
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Use this menu option to set the display contrast level (Low=1, medium= 2 or high=3) Key lock time: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to set the time before the key lock automatically turns on. This can be adjusted from 5-60 (in increments of five seconds).
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Speaker/Mic: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option when connecting an external speaker/mic. This option allows you to select where the sound comes from, either the internal loudspeaker or the external speaker mic. You need to restart the radio after you configure it in order for the changes to take effect.
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System: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu to access the following additional menu options: • Serial Number • SW version • HW version • Factory reset Serial Number: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to find the serial number of the radio.
HW Version: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to find the hardware version of this radio. Factory reset: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to reset all user settings. 12.11 External accessories Function: Display screen: External accessories Page - 80 -...
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When using an accessory, the radio will no longer be waterproof. The antenna and jack cover must be correctly assembled on the radio in order for it to be completely waterproof. Accessories should not be used when using the Tron TR30 in the emergency mode. Page - 81 -...
13.1 Regular inspection The lifetime of any equipment depends on how well you take care of it. The Tron TR30 is constructed to endure in a rough maritime environment. Regular inspection is important to detect error symptoms and prevent potentially serious problems.
Inspect the battery connection pins, the gasket and the lock/release device. 2. Inspect the housing for defects regularly. This is important as defects can affect water sealing. Ensure that the antenna and jack cover are assembled correctly, if not the radio is not waterproof. 13.2 Regular testing It is important to perform regular testing of equipment to ensure proper operation.
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Do not use Channel 16 Verify sending a transmission to another radio. 4. Verify receiving a transmission from another radio. 5. Turn off the radio. 6. Verify that the emergency battery is still valid. The expiry date is located on the top of the battery. Verify that the emergency battery is still sealed.
14 Test and maintenance records Below is an overview of all test and control details. Date B/N/T* Signature Insp *B=New battery, N=New Tron TR30 , T=Test. Page - 85 -...
15 Channels and frequencies Regulations for the use of VHF radios varies from country to country. Check the national radio requirements for VHF radio operators and ensure this radio conforms to all the local regulations, prior to use. The channel frequencies listed in this manual reflect only as they are available and displayed on the radio.
same as channel 1005). Simplex use of the coast station (transmit side) of what the international duplex channel is marked as “B” on the radio. The new channel format adds the number 20 in front of the channel (for example, channel 5B will be the same as 2005).
16 Warranty All Jotron products are warranted against factory defects in materials and/or workmanship. The warranty period for the Tron TR30 radio is valid for 2 years from the date the product is shipped from Jotron. During this warranty period Jotron will repair or when necessary replace a product at no cost, including the costs of labor, materials and return transportation from Jotron or a Jotron subsidiary (according to delivery terms: DAP Incoterms 2010 by regular freight to "place"...
Prior to returning your product for repair under a warranty claim, you must do the following: • Submit a warranty claim in writing to Jotron. Send a claim to: repair@jotron.com. • If you are required to return a defective product for repair, you must attain a return material authorization (RMA) number.
Jotron does not accept any responsibility for the dismantling or reassembling of a Tron TR30 that occurs externally from a Jotron authorized facility and/or is handled by someone other than an authorized, trained and certified person.
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17 Optional accessories For an overview of the available optional accessories for theTron TR30 , both the GMDSS and Maritime VHF radios, please refer to our website. Page - 95 -...
18 Spare parts For an overview of the available spare parts for the Tron TR30 , both the GMDSS and Maritime VHF radios, please refer to our website. Ensure that all spare parts being fitted to the Tron TR30 are original spare parts manufactured or approved by Jotron.
19 Recycling and disposal The Tron TR30 is not to be disposed as normal waste and must be handled in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local waste disposal regulations in the country where the equipment is used. Page - 97 -...
20 Emergency instructions This is an overview of how to operate a Tron TR30 during an emergency. Figure 7 Emergency instructions overview Page - 98 -...
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