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PREFACE
Thank you for your purchase of the HYT TC-780M trunking radio. This radio is compliant with the GA176-1998 police use
standard and has passed the detect by the Ministry of Public Security. With powerful trunking functions, the radio supports
CPSX and MPT1343 numbering schemes, for domestic public security systems and other trunking users using standard
MPT1327 signalling. This easy-to-use radio will deliver your secure, instant and reliable communication at peak efficiency.
Please read this manual carefully before use. The information presented herein will help you to derive maximum
performance from your radio.
MODELS COVERED IN THIS MANUAL
TC-780M VHF Trunking Radio
TC-780M UHF Trunking Radio

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  • Page 1 PREFACE Thank you for your purchase of the HYT TC-780M trunking radio. This radio is compliant with the GA176-1998 police use standard and has passed the detect by the Ministry of Public Security. With powerful trunking functions, the radio supports CPSX and MPT1343 numbering schemes, for domestic public security systems and other trunking users using standard MPT1327 signalling.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety and General Information ........................错误!未定义书签。 Product Inspection ..................................4 Radio Overview..................................5 Battery Information..................................9 Antenna Information................................11 Assembly and Disassembly ..............................11 Attaching the Battery..............................11 Removing the Battery ..............................12 Attaching the Antenna..............................12 Removing the Antenna..............................12 Attaching the Belt Clip..............................13 Removing the Belt Clip ..............................
  • Page 3 You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the “PTT” switch. ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body when transmitting and only use the HYT belt-clip which is listed in instructions when attaching the radio to your belt, etc., to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded.
  • Page 4 The use of non-HYT battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty. FCC CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not expressly approved by HYT, could void your authority to operate this transceiver under FCC regulations.
  • Page 5: Product Inspection

    Product Inspection Please unpack the package box carefully and check that all items shipped were received; report any missing or damaged items to your dealer. Accessories Item Qty. (PCS) Antenna Belt Clip Leather Strap Li-Ion Battery MCU Rapid-rate Charger Switching Power Owner’s Manual Antenna Li-Ion...
  • Page 6: Radio Overview

    Radio Overview ○ ○ ○ ○ 1 PTT (Push-to-Talk) Key 2 SK1 (Side Key 1) 3 SK2 (Side Key 2) 4 Antenna ○ ○ ○ ○ 5 Microphone 6 Speaker 7 LCD Display 8 Function Keypad ○ ○ ○ ○ 9 Numeric Keypad 10 TK (Top Key) 11 Channel Selector...
  • Page 7 ﹡SK1 (Side Key 1) Programmable function key. ﹡SK2 (Side Key 2) Programmable function key. ﹡LCD Display Used to display radio status information. ﹡Function Keypad Exit key Use the Exit key to return to the previous menu. Up key Down key Menu/Select key Used to enter the menu mode.
  • Page 8 ﹡TK (Top Key) Programmable function key. ﹡Channel Selector Knob Rotate the knob to select a desired channel. ﹡Radio On-Off/Volume Control Knob Rotate the knob clockwise to turn the radio on, and rotate the knob fully counter-clockwise until a click is heard to turn the radio off.
  • Page 9 carrier is detected. Programming Reading: LED glows red; Writing: LED glows green. Encoding (DTMF) LED glows red while transmitting Power Select 1W: One beep is heard; 4W/5W: Three beeps are heard. Function Key Press One beep to enable, two beeps to disable.
  • Page 10: Battery Information

    Battery Information Initial Use New batteries are shipped uncharged from the factory. Charge a new battery for 5 hours before initial use. The maximum battery capacity and performance is achieved after three full charge/discharge cycles. If you notice the battery power runs low, please recharge the battery.
  • Page 11 When the battery level is very low, please recharge the battery. Use only the charger specified by the manufacturer. The charger’s LED indicates the charging progress. Status Charger LED Remarks Standby (no-load) Red LED flashes slowly (0.2s on/3s off ) rapid-rate charger Battery is charging...
  • Page 12: Antenna Information

    Red LED flashes rapidly (0.2s on/0.2s off)? Remove the battery from the charger, and: Make sure that it is a HYT authorized battery. Other batteries may not charge. Remove power from the battery charger, and clean the gold metal, charging contacts of the battery and charger, using a clean dry cloth.
  • Page 13: Removing The Battery

    2. Align the battery with the guide rails on the aluminum chassis and slide it upwards until a “click” is heard. 3. The battery latch at the bottom locks the battery. See figure 1. Figure 1 Removing the Battery 1. Turn off the radio before removing the battery. 2.
  • Page 14: Attaching The Belt Clip

    Figure 3 Attaching the Belt Clip 1. Remove the screws (belt clip) on the radio’s body. 2. Align the screw holes on the metal holder of belt clip with those on the radio’s body. 3. Tighten the screws. See figure 4. Figure 4 Removing the Belt Clip 1.
  • Page 15: Removing The Accessory Cover

    Removing the Accessory Cover Unscrew the screw on the accessory cover counter-clockwise with a flat head screwdriver. Remove the accessory cover. See figure 6. Figure 6 Attaching the Earpiece/Microphone 1. Insert the tab at the bottom of the earphone/microphone into the slot on the radio. 2.
  • Page 16: General Radio Operations

    General Radio Operations Turn On/Off the Radio Rotate the Radio On-Off/Volume Control knob clockwise to turn the radio on, or counter-clockwise until a “click” is heard to turn the radio off. Adjust the Volume Rotate the Radio On-Off/Volume Control knob clockwise to increase the volume, or counter-clockwise to decrease the...
  • Page 17: Programmable Auxiliary Functions

    volume. Password If the Password feature is set, the LCD will display “PSW” after power-on. Input the correct password (1~8 digits) to enter the conventional mode. Lock/Unlock To lock the keypad, press while holding down . When locked, the LCD displays “Key Locked”. To unlock the keypad, press while holding down .
  • Page 18 Man Down Whisper Scrambler Power Select Conventional Mode: Call 1/Call 1 Emergency Emergency Cancel Man Down Man Down Backup Monitor Monitor Momentary Scrambler Scrambler Backup Squelch Off Squelch Off Momentary Talk Around Power Select Whisper Whisper Backup VOX Backup Busy Channel Lock...
  • Page 19: Trunking Mode

    Trunking Mode Keypad Function Function Keypad Exit Key Up Key Down Key Redial Key Call Back Key Menu/Select Key...
  • Page 20 Used to enter the menu mode. When you are in the menu mode, this key is also used to make menu selections. Exit Menu/Select Call Back Down Redial Numeric Keypad Used to enter information for programming the radio’s lists. When the radio operates in trunking mode, the keys are also used to dial a phone number.
  • Page 21 Press to enter the lower level menu, or to confirm one item in the menu. When icon appears, press the key to view missed calls. Exit Key Press to clear the error prompt on the LCD in case of call failure. Each press of will clear the last digit of a wrong number.
  • Page 22 the system’s frequencies are scanned with priority. The programmable function keys SK1, SK2 and TK can be programmed as the Disconnect key via the programming software. When transmitting on the traffic channel, press the Disconnect key to return to the control channel. 10.
  • Page 23: Function Description

    Note: Pay attention to the use of the long or short press definitions. The short press is not applicable for all features. Man Down and Whisper features must be enabled/disabled via long button press. It is recommended to fix the use in the programming software.
  • Page 24 The dot matrix display and simple Chinese/English menus make operations easy for TC-780M. This feature can be set in item 7 Language Select in the menu. Auto Select BS The advanced scan technology enables the radio to always lock onto the BS with stronger signals, ideally suited for the multiple BS covered system.
  • Page 25 Kill/Revive Through the base station, a lost radio may be remotely killed, and a killed radio can be remotely revived. Compandor The feature effectively improves the dynamic range of voice signal and enhances the SNR of the given frequency deviation. Decreased background noise insures a transmission of clear voice even in noisy environment.
  • Page 26 By simple pressing one button, users can switch to low power when communicating within limited range coverage or switch to high power when further distance is required. The feature can be set in Radio Setting in the menu. Customized Display LCD displays the radio’s ID, group call alias and group call number when the radio is standby.
  • Page 27 Join Group: This group can not only receive calls, but also transmit calls. When called, the radio can only acknowledge in individual call and in current group. Simulcast Group: It is same with join group, but PFIX is not compared. Ack Group: The group can both receive and transmit calls with the Group Call Selector at any position.
  • Page 28 Note: Only one frequency can be added for the radio each time if more than one frequency is added for the system. You can add another frequency via manual scan or turning the radio off and back on. Same operations for deleting frequencies.
  • Page 29 In trunking mode, icons displayed on the LCD are as follows: Icons and Indications Signal Status Battery Call Speaker Strength Message Strength Forward Unmute Transmit Transmit Lock Scan Roam Power Missed Man Down Whisper Vibrate Scrambler Call Note: After the individual call is connected, the called radio rings continuously and displays the number of the calling party simultaneously.
  • Page 30 Power on/revive Call failure Successfully called by other radios PSTN/PABX subscribers System handling failure Successful call setup Hang up Grouped into the dynamic temporary grouping System call by the dispatcher Dial error LED Indicator The LED indicator located between the antenna and Channel Selector knob indicates the operating status of the radio to some extent.
  • Page 31: Manual Dial

    Indication Not light Power off or flat battery Green Receiving in the network Transmitting in the network or in talk around mode Flash Green The radio locks onto a system. The flash frequency is dependant on the frame length of the current system signalling.
  • Page 32 Radio to Radio The radio can make radio-to-radio individual call and group call. After Any Group Call Right is programmed, any group call can be made. If there is no any group call right, the radio can only transmit calls in the group call list. In-fleet Individual Call 3-digit ID number (200~899) + or PTT...
  • Page 33 the number. 4-digit Extension PABX 4-digit PABX number + or PTT e.g.: 5~8 Digit Extended Addressing PABX +5~8 digit PABX number+ or PTT Radio to PSTN + telephone number + or PTT The telephone number including DDD and IDD number is 3~15 digits. Hang Up: Press or the Disconnect key.
  • Page 34 This call has call priority. Priority In-fleet Call + 3-digit individual call or group call number+ or PTT Priority Inter-fleet Call + 5-digit individual call or group call number + or PTT Priority Call to PABX/PSTN This operation is more or less the same with radio-to-PABX/PSTN operation except that prefix is required here.
  • Page 35 1~25 digit short data can be sent between portable radios. +3, 5 or 8 digit ID number+ +1~25 digit number + or PTT Include Call After a call is established, enter 3, 5 or 8 digit ID number + Hang Up: Press or the Disconnect key RQQ Status Message The status message is a code used to transfer the preset information and needs system support.
  • Page 36 Preset a special ID number to 101 through keypad operations + XXXXXXX + . The 7-digit ID number “XXXXXXX” is 3-digit PFIX plus 4-digit ID number among 8136~8191. The radio can transmits a call to the set ID by dialling 101 and will not lose the set ID number even if it is powered off.
  • Page 37 Radio to Radio The radio can make radio-to-radio individual call and group call. After Any Group Call Right is programmed, any group call can be made. If there is no any group call right, the radio can only transmit calls in the group call list. In-fleet Individual Call 2-digit ID number (20~89) + or PTT...
  • Page 38 1) Radio to PABX or PTT: call short addressing PABX (ID=8000) 0 + 3~6+ or PTT: call short addressing PABX (ID=8000) 1000~8999 + or PTT: call 4-digit short addressing PABX 3~6+1000~8999 + or PTT: call 4-digit short addressing PABX 0, 7, 8 + PABX number (4~6 digit) 7, 8 + PABX number (4~8 digit) 2) Radio to PSTN + telephone number +...
  • Page 39 2) Call Forward Forward the incoming call to another radio and PABX/PSTN subscribers. Forward to Radio + individual call or group call number + or PTT Forward to PABX + PABX number + or PTT Forward to PSTN +4~15 digit number + or PTT The PSTN number including area code has a maximum of 15 digits.
  • Page 40 This feature is consistent with CPS. 8) Direct Call to Called Party (MPT1327 dial) 1+ PFIX (000~127) + ID (0001-8100) e.g.: 1 0120246...
  • Page 41: Menu Operation

    Menu Operation Menu...
  • Page 42 ~ Menus 1. Sys Info...
  • Page 43 (1) In TMO mode, press in standby mode to enter the main menu, or to exit. (2) Press to select your desired menu (e.g. “Sys Info”). (3) Press to enter “Sys Info”. Sys Info (4) Press to select items upwards/downwards. “11 Sys Code”...
  • Page 44 Press to save the setting and return to “Sys Info” -or- to return to “Sys Info” without saving the setting. 14 Signal Strength XXXXdbm “15 Freq Range” Press to save the setting and return to “Sys Info” -or- to return to “Sys Info” without saving the setting. 15 Freq Range XXX~XXXM “16 Software Ver”...
  • Page 45 (2) Press to select your desired menu (e.g. “Scan Mode”). (3) Press to enter “Scan Mode”. 2 Scan Mode (4) Press to select items upwards/downwards. “21 Channel Table” Press to save the setting and return to “Scan Mode” -or- to return to “Scan Mode” without saving the setting. 21 Control Channel Table “22 All Frequency”...
  • Page 46 24 Band 01~50 3. Status Message (1) In TMO mode, press in standby mode to enter the main menu, or to exit. (2) Press to select your desired menu (e.g. “Status Message”). (3) Press to enter “Status Message”. Status Message (4) Press to select a status message (10 message locations in all).
  • Page 47 (4) Press to select items upwards/downwards. “41 Squelch Level” Press to save the setting and return to “Radio Setting” -or- to return to “Radio Setting” without saving the setting. 41 Squelch Level Press to select a desired squelch level (off, 1~9). Press to save the setting and return to “41 Squelch Level”...
  • Page 48 Press to save the setting and return to “43 Backlight” -or- to return to “43 Backlight” without saving the setting. 43 Backlight Auto “44 Group Call Mode” Press to select Group Number/Alias. Press to save the setting and return to “44 Group Call Mode” -or- to return to “44 Group Call Mode”...
  • Page 49 Press to save the setting and return to “46 VOX Level” -or- to return to “46 VOX Level” without saving the setting. 46 VOX Level “47 Scrambler” Press to toggle the feature On/Off. Press to save the setting and return to “47 Scrambler” -or- to return to “47 Scrambler”...
  • Page 50 Press to toggle the feature On/Off. Press to save the setting and return to “49 VoteNow” -or- to return to “49 VoteNow” without saving the setting. 49 VoteNow “4A Compandor” Press to toggle the feature On/Off. Press to save the setting and return to “4A Compandor” -or- to return to “4A Compandor”...
  • Page 51 “4C Man Down” Press to toggle the feature On/Off. Press to save the setting and return to “4C Man Down” -or- to return to “4C Man Down” without saving the setting. 4C Man Down “4D Safety Check” Press to toggle the feature On/Off. Press to save the setting and return to “4D Safety Check”...
  • Page 52 Press to save the setting and return to “Alert Tone Volume” -or- to return to “Alert Tone Volume” without saving the setting. 6. Short Data (1) In TMO mode, press in standby mode to enter the main menu, or to exit. (2) Press to select your desired menu (e.g.
  • Page 53 7. Language Select (1) In TMO mode, press in standby mode to enter the main menu, or to exit. (2) Press to select your desired menu (e.g. “Language Select”). (3) Press to enter “Language Select”. Language Select (4) Press to select Chinese/English. Press to save the setting and return to “Language Select”...
  • Page 54 9. Call Record (1) In TMO mode, press in standby mode to enter the main menu, or to exit. (2) Press to select your desired menu (e.g. “Call Record”). (3) Press to enter “Call Record”. Call Record (4) Press to select items upwards/downwards. “91 Dialled Calls”...
  • Page 55 Press to save the setting and return to “Call Record” -or- to return to “Call Record” without saving the setting. 92 Received Calls Press to select a received call (10 records in all). Press to save the setting and return to “92 Received Calls” -or- to return to “92 Received Calls”...
  • Page 56: Conventional Mode

    -or- to return to “93 Missed Calls” without saving the setting. 930~939: Null There is a “Delete All?” option between the first record and the last record. Press to delete and return to “93 Missed Calls” -or- to return to “93 Missed Calls” without deleting. No Delete All? Yes Conventional Mode Advanced Operations...
  • Page 57 Call 1/Call 2 Press the key programmed as Call 1/Call 2 to send the stored DTMF code. Emergency Press the key programmed as Emergency, and the LCD displays “Emergency” and icon . The radio can transmit the emergency alert, or send its ID or background tone to other radio subscribers or the system (selectable by the user via programming software).
  • Page 58 Release the Monitor key to exit. There is only one monitor mode (carrier monitor). Scrambler Press the key programmed as Scrambler to prevent the third party eavesdropping your communication. The LCD displays “Scrambler On”. Press the key again to disable the Scrambler feature. The LCD displays “Scrambler Off”. The Scrambler status will not be memorized once the radio is off and back on.
  • Page 59 The VOX status will not be memorized once the radio is off and back on. To purchase earpieces, please contact your local dealer, or dial 86-0755-26972999-1126, or send an email to service@hyt.com.cn. VOX Backup Press the key programmed as VOX to enable the VOX feature. The LCD displays “VOX On”. The feature can be used when an earpiece is inserted.
  • Page 60: Background Operations

    When enabled, the Channel Selector knob is invalid. Press the key again to disable the feature. The LCD displays “ChannelLock Off”. Keypad Lock Press while holding down to lock the keypad. When the keypad is locked, press while holding down to unlock the keypad.
  • Page 61 Busy Channel Lockout (BCL) When the BCL feature is enabled, you are prevented from transmitting on a channel that is already in use. Press the PTT key on a channel that is already in use, the radio will sound an alert tone and turn back to the receive mode. Carrier: If BCL is set on the current channel, press the PTT key while the channel is already in use, and the radio will sound beeps without transmission.
  • Page 62 When encoding, LED glows red; after encoding, red LED goes out. When decoding, LED glows green; after successful decoding, LED flashes orange until the valid time expires. Note: If a wrong digit is entered or you do not want to dial the number, press to delete and exit.
  • Page 63: Chinese/English Menu Operations

    Chinese/English Menu Operations Menu Off, Off, Off,...
  • Page 64 Call List 1. Press in standby mode to enter the main menu, or to exit. The radio enters “Call List” first. Call List 2. Press to enter the call list. Press to select the DTMF ID to be called. 3. Press the PTT key to call and then exit, or press to return to the previous menu.
  • Page 65 Squelch Level 3. Press to save the setting and return to the function list, or press to return to the function list without saving the setting. 1. Enter “Function” Function 2. Press to select “VOX” and press to enter. The VOX level is displayed on the LCD. 3.
  • Page 66 Press to enter. The volume level is displayed on the LCD. Press to select a volume level (Off, 1~5). Press to save the setting and return to the main menu, or press to return to the main menu without saving the setting.
  • Page 67: Appendix 1 Lcd Icons

    Mode Select 2. Select Conventional/Trunking. 3. Conventional: The radio operates with conventional features. Trunking: The radio operates with trunking features. Note: Press in the main menu to switch repeatedly according to the above order. During menu operation, if the radio remains at one interface for more than 20 seconds or the Channel Selector knob is rotated, the radio will return to the standby mode.
  • Page 68: Appendix 2 Keypad Characters

    Appendix 2 Keypad Characters Keypad Troubleshooting Symptom Solution The battery runs out. Please recharge the battery or replace it with a new one. Cannot power on the radio. The battery is not properly installed. Please remove the battery and attach it again.
  • Page 69: Optional Accessories

    Clean the radio with a lint-free cloth to remove dirt or grease, to avoid poor contact due to excessive dust. Clean the radio using a lint-free cloth moistened with clean water and a mild dishwashing liquid. Avoid subjecting the radio to corrosives, solvents or spirits. Optional Accessories Antenna Belt Clip BC09...
  • Page 70 Earbud with on-MIC PTT Earpiece with on-MIC PTT & D-earset with in-Line D-earset with Boom ESN06 Transparent Acoustic Tube Microphone & PTT EHN07 Microphone & in-Line PTT EAN04 EHN08 2-Wire Surveillance Earpiece 3-Wire Surveillance 2-Wire Earpiece with Bone Induction Earpiece with with Transparent Acoustic Earpiece with Transparent Wireless...
  • Page 71 PC18 port) PC25 HYT endeavors to achieve the accuracy and completeness of this manual, but no warranty of accuracy or reliability is given. All the above specifications and design are subject to change without notice due to continuous development.

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