www.maxonamerica.com www.tecnetusa.com www.tecnetusa.com Table of Contents 1. Features 2. Specifications 3. Controls & LCD Display Controls Package Contents Button and LED Operations LCD Display Icons 4. Installation and Removal Antenna Installation and Removal Battery Installation and Removal Belt Clip Installation and Removal External Audio Accessory Jack 5.
1. Features The TPD-8000 Digital Radio was developed with the user in mind to provide a compact and rugged design with features to fit multiple types of jobs. The following are the main features of the TPD-8000 Series. Digital (Tier II - TDMA) or Analog Mode 512 Channel Capacity;...
2. Specifications TPD-8124 (VHF) General 136~174 MHz Frequency Range ±1.0 ppm (-30 to +60°C) Frequency Stability 512; 16 Zones with 32 Channels per Zone Programmable Channels 25/20/12.5 kHz (Analog); 12.5 kHz/2 Time Slots 6.25 kHz (Digital) Channel Spacing Digital Protocol Tier II (ETSI TS 102 361) 3.89 x 2 x .82 (99mm x 51mm x 21mm)
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TPD-8424 (UHF) General 440~470 MHz Frequency Ranges ± 1.0 ppm (-30 to +60°C) Frequency Stability 512; 16 Zones with 32 Channels per Zone Programmable Channels 25/20/12.5 kHz (Analog); 12.5 kHz/2 Time Slots 6.25 kHz (Digital) Channel Spacing Tier II (ETSI TS 102 361) Digital Protocol 3.89 x 2 x .82 (99mm x 51mm x 21mm) Dimensions (H/ W/D)
www.maxonamerica.com Button & LED Operations Button & LED Operation Description Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds to power ON. Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds during use to power OFF. When powered ON Power ON/OFF short press returns to main screen.
LCD Display Icons Scan Mode Encryption mode Etiquette Mode (Vibration mode) Message Reception RF Output Button Locking Battery Capacity Display Received signal strength DM : Direct Mode RM : Repeater Mode D : Digital Zone Number A : Analog Channel Display Zone Display Numeric display Zone...
www.maxonamerica.com 4. Installation and Removal Antenna Installation and Removal To install the antenna, insert the antenna into antenna connector and screw the antenna clockwise. To remove the antenna, screw the antenna counter clockwise. 1. Do not over tighten the antenna as it may cause damage to the radio.
Holster Installation and Removal Holster Removal: Push the holster latch to the direction 2 and raise up the radio to the direction 1 to remove the radio from the holster. Holster Installation: Place the radio on the holster and slide it into the holster to the direction 3. Figure 4) Holster Installation and Removal External Audio Accessory Jack Open the accessory cover and align the accessory connector with the accessory jack.
Figure 6) Charging with USB charger Figure 7) Charging with Dual-Slot Desktop charger Using a charger or battery brand other than Maxon can cause battery or radio damage. When charging the battery, please make sure the battery is properly inserted into the...
6. Radio Operation MENU Functions To enter the menu tree as displayed in Figure 8, press the menu/enter button. Press the Volume - / Left button or Volume + / Right button to move to the desired menu selection. All functions are available in Digital Mode.
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www.maxonamerica.com Contact List (Digital Mode Only) The Contact List provides a list of individuals, groups or all calls of which you can make a direct call. The lists of contacts are set within the radio by the PS. To initiate a call, select the Contacts section from the menu (or press the contact button for direct access), press the menu/enter button to see the list of contacts, press the keys to the desired contact and press the PTT...
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b) Inbox Text messages are shown initially on the screen. If you are in another mode or miss the message, the message icon will be displayed indicating a new message(s) has arrived. Select inbox from the message menu by pressing the menu/enter button to view the registered message(s).
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www.maxonamerica.com Lists - This section allows the viewing of the recorded messages and to play back each message. To play back a message, use the keys to the desired message and press the menu/enter button to play the recording. Delete All - This function provides the capability to delete stored recordings. To delete recordings, select Delete All from within the Voice Recording menu by pressing the menu/enter button, the question to Delete All will appear with the word “Yes?”...
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- Analog Mode BCL On & BCLO Off: If the current channel is busy, transmitting is prohibited. BCL On & BCLO On: Transmitting occurs when it matches the received tone. f. Keypad Lock This function locks the keypad to prohibit the accidental press of keys and buttons. When the keypad lock is enabled, all keys/buttons are locked except the PTT button, the emergency button, and power ON / OFF button.
www.maxonamerica.com 7. For Safe Operation •FCC RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR OCCUPATIONAL USE ONLY The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with its action in General Docket 93-62, November 7, 1997, has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment.
. Maxon warrants each new radio product manufactured or supplied by it to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the time period stated, provided that the user has complied with the requirements stated herein.
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