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Copyright All information contained in this manual is the property of Tait Electronics Ltd. All rights are reserved. This manual may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, stored, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable form, without prior written permission from Tait Electronics Ltd.
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Midian KL3 Programmer Service and Programming documentation Technical notes are published from time to time to describe applications for Tait products, to provide technical details not included in manuals, and to offer solutions for any problems that arise. Document Conventions Within this manual, four types of alerts may be given to the reader.
Safety and Servicing Information This chapter contains general information on safety and servicing procedures for Tait radio equipment. The procedures described in this manual should only be carried out by service personnel trained and accredited by Tait Electronics to service encryption-enabled TOP and TM8000 radios.
Screw Types The TM8000 and TOP radios documented in this manual may have any of the following screw types used. For full disassembly instructions, see the relevant service information. Torx Recess Head Screws Torx recess head screws are the standard type of screw used in Tait equipment, although Pozidriv and Allen recess head screws are also used in a few special applications.
It is beyond the scope of this manual to list every tool that a service technician should carry. However, the tools specifically required for servicing encrypted TOP and TM8000 radios are listed below. Fine tipped (1-2mm) temperature controlled soldering iron...
Surface mount devices (SMDs) require special storage, han- dling, removal and replacement techniques. This equip- ment should be serviced only by an approved Tait Dealer or Customer Service Organisation equipped with the neces- sary facilities. Repairs attempted with incorrect equipment or by untrained personnel may result in permanent damage.
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Cased Mica Capacitors Cased mica capacitors can be removed by heating the top with a heavy-duty soldering iron and gently lifting the capacitor off the PCB with a solder-resistant spike or equivalent. Make sure that the solder at the tab solder joint is melted or removed before attempting to lift the capacitor.
This manual forms a part of the TOPA-EA-003 Tait Encrypted Radio Programming and Service Kit. The kit provides service centres and large users of Tait encrypted radios with all cables and information required to set up, manage and maintain a fleet of encrypted TOP and/or TM8000 Mobile radios.
At the time of printing, the following encryption products were available for ordering. However, further encryption products are regularly being added. for further information, contact your Tait dealer. Encryptable Radios New encryptable radio models are added to the standard Tait product range as requested. Modules Description...
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MANL Serv TOP/TM8k Ecrypt Midi This manual Encryption Training Tait offers training programmes for personnel responsible for fitting, programming and servicing encrypted radios. In order to provide successful support for this technology, it is strongly recommended that this training be undertaken.
TOP Radios The TOP Encryption Upgrade Flex PCB described in this manual is suitable for use in most TOP 5000 radios (5010, 5020, 5035, 5040). The flex can be retrofitted to most radio models, but this should first be verified by providing the serial numbers to a Tait Service Centre for confirmation.
Encrypted TOP radios require specific encryption-capable radio firmware and programming software. This is fitted during manufacture of encryptable radios, but will need to be programmed separately where an encyption upgrade kit is used. Contact the Tait Strategic Sales Team for confirmation of encryption firmware support. TM8000 Radios Encrypted TM8000 radios require a firmware change to support encryption function.
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TVS2-Tait Over-the-Air Programming The Midian TVS2-Tait Module encryption code can be remotely changed. Contact your Tait Service Centre for more information. TVS2-Tait Direct Programming A radio with Midian TVS2-Tait Encryption Module can be direct- programmed without opening the radio, to change any of its programmable parameters.
VPU-12 Programming To program Midian VPU-12 Encryption Modules in either a TM8000 or a TOP radio usually requires a hard-wired connection from the Midian programmer to the module. This requires opening the radio and connecting the dedicated programming cable (provided with the Midian programmer) to pads on the Tait flex or board.
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Advanced Tab Miscellaneous Tab VPU12-Tait Factory Default Settings The screen dump that follows illustrates the current VPU12-Tait module programming interface and factory default settings. For information regarding module programming codes and programming configuration for your system, see the Midian Programming Manual.
With encryption on: Check that receive and transmit audio are functioning, using another TM8000 or TOP radio with the same encryption module, programmed with the same codes, on the same channel. Confirm encryption is active (where a hopping code module is fitted) by...
Programming Cable Specifications TOP TVS2-Tait Encryption Direct Programming Cable 219-02931-0X The TOP Encryption Direct Programming Cable can be used with any Midian module. It connects the TOP radio via its accessory connector, to the Midian KL3 Programmer. RJ11 Function Wire...
C567 are removed. Audio passes through the encryption module and is encrypted or not according to the encrypt state. The standard TOP flex circuit that connects the TOP Main PCB to the TOP User Interface PCB is discarded, and is replaced by the Encryption Flex circuit.The low voltage reset from the radio is used to reset the...
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The module IND (status) output is fed to the SENSE-1 input to the radio micro. This allows the software to display the status on the LCD accessory annunciator. On TOP radios with no display (T5010 and T5030), the radio LED indicates encryption ON/OFF.
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This procedure requires: TOPA-SV-116 Programming Kit Using the standard TOP programming software, save the existing programming data file (*.ops). Using the TOP calibration software, save the existing calibration data file (*.cps). Download Custom Programming Software and Firmware This procedure requires: 'Tait Only' password for Tait World Technical Support - see your Tait dealer if you do not have access.
User Defined Menu form ENCRYPT SETTINGS In the , check the box (ticking a top-level menu enables all of that menu's submenu functions). This means that Encryption (on/off and code selection) will be available from the radio menu. Encryption Module Programming The Midian VPU-12 module is preprogrammed by the manufacturer and does not normally require programming.
LED, or it will be too difficult to determine encryption status. Note When using a TOP radio as a programming transmitter, if an encryption module is fitted, ensure the encryption function is turned off.
Check the Encryption User Interface features – status indicators, encryption settings etc. See the TOP Operating Instructions that follow.. TOP Operating Instructions These operating instructions apply to encryption-enabled TOP radios only. Use in conjunction with the TOP User’s Guide issued with the radio. Encryption On/Off Alternative method: (Menu)
Reprogram radio to set beeps at turn on. all radios exhibit this) confidence tones to low. Encryption indicator triangle Both LK-3 links on TOP flex may be connected, Remove one LK-3 link. (See turns on and off randomly. not just one. Fitting Instructions)
Extreme care is critical when disassembling the radio, as failure to disassemble it correctly may damage the seal and shield, resulting in permanent damage. Disassemble according to the standard pro- cedures (documented in the TOP Service Manual), using the rec- ommended tools which are listed on page...
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Modify TOP PCB (bottom side) Use Torx screwdriver to undo screw and remove PCB from chassis Remove component C572 using hot air gun and tweezers Remove component Q532 using hot air gun and tweezers Remove component R356 using hot air gun and tweezers...
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Modify TOP PCB (top side) Locate the can with large hole cut as shown If there is no large hole in the can, cut carefully with sidecutters where shown, and turn the edges in Remove capacitor C567 using a hot air gun and tweezers...
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Solder flex to cans, holding soldering iron to each point for at least three seconds to ensure permanent joins Solder flex pad to top pin of LED1 as shown Solder flex pads to space vacated by R356 Solder flex pads to volume control switch pins 2 and 3 as shown...
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Fit Flex to TOP PCB (top side) Turn PCB over and bend flex carefully around PCB as shown Bend flex at crease, then holding flex in place with tweezers, solder flex pads to the pads vacated by C567 Solder flex to can, holding soldering iron to each point for at least...
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Slide PCB back into chassis, carefully aligning the chassis Auxiliary Connector Flex into the PCB top side. Replace the screw through the can where shown Replace the washers, nuts and knob seal on the radio top Fix the foam cushioning pad onto the flexiloom where shown, using double-sided tape...
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With main RF shield beside PCB as shown, fit flex into RF shield flex edge connector Note There is no flex-edge connector in the Tait Orca Elan or T5010 models. If fitting to these radios, tape the flexiloom at this edge to prevent it shorting.
TOP Encryption Upgrade Flex PCB Information IPN 228-22592-07A Parts List Part Description 015-26100-08 CAP 100N 10% 50V X7R 015-26100-08 CAP 100N 10% 50V X7R 015-26220-08 CAP 220N 10% 16V X7R 001-10000-99 DIODE BAV99 DUAL SW (PIN 3 IS ANODE/CATH) 002-15595-00...
Midian encryption modules to operate in the TM8000. Mounted in the options area of the TM8000, the board uses the same encryption modules as the TOP radios. No link or programming changes are required to the modules, so suppliers require only one version of each module.
Op Amp. This reduces the higher Tx audio level in the TM8000 radio down to a similar level to the TOP radio, and then amplifies it back up again after the encryption module, to match the TM level. This allows the same module settings for TOP or TM8000.
Encryption-Enabled TM8000 Operating Instructions TM8100 Note Encryption changes to standard TM8000 firmware mean that the TM8000 encryption functions operate similarly to the TOP encryption interface in these radios. An encryption-enabled TM8100 radio operates as standard, with the exception of the following: Press F1 button to enter (or exit) encrypt mode.
Radio set to one code can hear code registers. different codes. another radio no matter what On TOP radio, flex IC1 may not be working, or Replug loom connectors, code it is set to. not getting address information from micro.
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Fit TM8000 Encryption Options Board to TM8000 radio Fit TMA Internal Options Loom (IPN 219-00329-00) to Encryption Options Board at SK102 (top side - not shown). Turn Encryption Options Board over, and place board so that the external D Range protrudes through the rear aperture of the chassis.