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Com-Net Ericsson Critical Radio Systems, Inc. Suite 1400 FCC ID: OWDTR-0004-A Herndon, VA 20170 MODEL: TR-0004-A {Panther 300M VHF (150-174 MHz)} http://www.rheintech.com WORK ORDER: 2001057 / QRTL01-031 / {REV-3} APPENDIX E: INSTALLATION MANUAL Page 42 Accredited by the National Voluntary Accreditation Program for the specific scope of accreditation under Lab Code 200061-0.
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MM101031V2 R1A 300M VHF ANTHER ™ Mobile Radio Installation Manual...
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NOTICE! Repairs made to this equipment should be made only by an authorized service technician or facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs, alterations, or substitution of recommended parts made by the user to this equipment not approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment in addition to the manufacturer’s warranty.
SAFETY INFORMATION The operator of any mobile radio should be aware of certain hazards common to the operation of vehicular radio transmissions. A list of several possible hazards is given: Explosive Atmospheres - Just as it is dangerous to fuel a vehicle with the motor running, similar hazards exist when operating a mobile radio, be sure to turn the radio off while fueling the vehicle.
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION Your Com-Net Ericsson radio generates 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.
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Pressing the “PTT” button on the microphone will cause the radio to transmit. • ALWAYS use Com-Net Ericsson authorized accessories (antennas, speaker/mics, etc.). Use of unauthorized accessories may cause the FCC Occupational/Controlled Exposure RF compliance requirements to be exceeded. • ALWAYS keep at least 25 cm (10 inches) between the antenna and user/bystanders while transmitting.
INTRODUCTION The P 300M mobile radio is designed for installation as a front ANTHER™ mount radio. This manual provides the mobile installation instructions and includes the instructions to install the external horn or external speaker options. UNPACK AND CHECK THE EQUIPMENT Carefully unpack the equipment and verify the items listed below are included in the shipping container.
OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES The following table lists the options and accessories available for the Panther 300M Mobile Radio. Table 1 - P 300M Mobile Radio Options and Accessories ANTHER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER OPTION NUMBER Microphone, Standard KRY 101 1654/1 KAMC7J...
Personnel at these centers are experienced in installations of this type and can provide a safe, neat, and functional installation. STEP 2 - LOCATE THE TOOLS REQUIRED The following tools are required to install the P 300M Mobile ANTHER Radio: •...
¾ 1/2-inch drill or circle cutter ¾ 3/4-inch circle cutter, hole saw or socket punch • Phillips and flat-blade screwdrivers • No. 10 Torx driver Torx is a registered trademark of CAMCAR Division TEXTRON, Inc. STEP 3 – EQUIPMENT PREPARATION Mounting This section describes the radio preparation for installation.
Figure 3 – Factory Default Internal Speaker Jumper Setting (Enabled) Configure the Internal Radio Speaker Jumper (JP701) The P 300M radio is shipped from the factory with the internal ANTHER radio speaker jumper (JP701) set to 1-2 as shown in Figure 3. This setting enables the internal radio speaker.
wired accordingly, see the section Connect To Ignition Sense on page 17. There are three parameters that define how the Ignition Sense feature will operate - a jumper on the radio (as described above), and two programmable parameters in the personality. The programmable parameters enable/disable Transmission and/or Horn Alert with respect to the vehicle ignition switch.
Conventional ProGrammer (TQ-3389 R9A or later) or ProGrammer (TQ- 3385 R9A or later) is the software used to create the personality for the 300M radio. The radio personality is a computer file that defines ANTHER all the operating parameters for the radio.
STEP 5 – INSTALL CABLES The P 300M Mobile Radio is installed as a front mount radio. The ANTHER location of the mount, the application, and the options to be installed should be considered when planning the cable runs. The cable diagram in Figure 1 should be referenced throughout the installation process.
Figure 6 – Power Cable RPM 113 7674/10 Route the lead away from high heat sources in the engine compartment that may cause lead damage and introduce a fire hazard. In addition, the lead should not be routed near electrical noise sources such as electronic ignition modules or cruise control modules.
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Connect To Ignition Sense The ignition sense line is used to enable or disable transmit or the Car Horn Alert option through the vehicle ignition switch. For a detailed description on how to configure the Ignition Sense line, see the section Configure Ignition Sense Jumper on page 13.
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The “Accessory” point should drop to ZERO volts when cranking the engine and return to +12 volts after the engine is started. If a point is chosen that drops to a voltage between zero and +12 volts, the radio may execute a power-up cycle several times during start up.
Figure 7 – Mounting Bracket and Mounting Bracket Hardware Kit Radio Mounting Procedures The following procedures are used to mount the radio. Using the bracket as a template, mark and drill the mounting holes using a No. 31 (1/8) drill bit. Be sure to leave enough room at the rear of the radio unit for the cable connections and airflow.
Figure 8 – Mounting Bracket Installation Place the radio into the mounting bracket and secure with the four 3/8” Phillip’s screws supplied. The radio can be fastened in any of three different positions: parallel to the mounting surface or tilted slightly from the parallel position.
Figure 9 – Mounting Radio to Bracket STEP 6 – INSTALL OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES Radio Option Cable The radio option cable (RPM 113 7674/1) is required if you are installing: • • External Speaker Internal/External Speaker Option • • Car Horn Alert Ignition Sense •...
Table 2 – Radio Option Connector P3 Interface Description DB-25 DESCRIPTION (P3) (J100) Ground: Audio Ground Internal Speaker Input #1: 5W across Internal Speaker Audio Amp Output #1: Vo ≈ 6.6 VDC Audio Amp Output #2 to Internal or External Speaker Vo ≈...
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Table 2 - Radio Option Connector P3 Interface Description Cont’d DB-25 PIN NO DESCRIPTION PIN NO (P3) (J100) HORN CONTROL At Signaling Mode Display In Menu Action Enable Disable When select “ON”(enable) and a correct T99 Individual Call is received, the output of pin 15 is “low.” Horn Alarm ON : Low Horn Alarm OFF: Open SPEAKER SELECT INTERNAL/EXTERNAL...
External Speaker – 19A149590P11 The external speaker kit includes a 4-ohm, 10 Watt rated speaker and a radio option cable. To connect an external speaker, the radio option cable (RPM 113 7674/1) must be installed and connected to the radio. Mount the speaker so it is directed at the operator but does not interfere with the operator’s vision.
JUMPER POSITIONS PANTHER 300M EXTERNAL SPEAKER OPTION USED WHEN THERE IS NO EXTERNAL SPEAKER OPTION USED WHEN THERE IS AN WHEN THE EXTERNAL SPEAKER OPTION IS APPLIED, EXTERNAL SPEAKER OPTION AUDIO FROM THE SPEAKER AMP LEAVES THE RADIO ON OPTION CONNECTOR PINS 3 AND 4 AND GOES TO J101.
PANTHER 300M INTERNAL/EXTERNAL SPEAKER OPTION JUMPER POSITIONS (THIS SCHEMATIC ALSO APPLIES TO PUBLIC ADDRESS) WHEN THE INTERNAL/EXTERNAL SPEAKER OR PUBLIC ADDRESS OPTIONS ARE APPLIED. AUDIO FROM THE SPEAKER AMP USED WHEN THERE IS NO INTERNAL/ EXTERNAL SPEAKER OPTION LEAVES THE RADIO ON OPTION CONNECTOR PIN 3 AND GOES TO THE COMMON SIDE OF AN SPDT RELAY.
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Alarm (Horn) Relay Kit - 19A705499P1 To connect the alarm relay kit, the radio option cable (RPM 113 7674/1) must be installed and connected to the radio. The alarm relay kit option consists of the following items: • Relay (19A149299P1) •...
OPTION CABLE RPM 113 7674/1 J100 FUSE 1A (OPTIONAL) PIN 18 PIN 13 IGNITION SENSE Figure 15 – Ignition Sense Option Microphone Hanger/Hook Switch Mounting – 344A4678P1 The microphone hanger or Hook Switch should be mounted in a location convenient to the operator where it will not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle or be a hazard to the vehicle passengers.
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Typical Mobile Antenna Installation A permanent mount-type antenna should be located in the center of the roof or center of rear deck. Important Note: Rear deck mounting of an antenna is only applicable when the installation provides at least 25 centimeters (10 inches) between the antenna and occupants of the vehicle.
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Com-Net Ericsson Critical Radio Systems, Inc. P.O. Box 2000 Lynchburg, Virginia 24501 1-800-528-7711 (Outside USA, 804-239-3028) www.com-netericsson.com Printed in U.S.A.
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