COMNET ERICSSON PANTHER 300P User manual

MM-101027V1-A1
Operator’s Manual
PANTHER300P
Portable Radio

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
SAFETY TRAINING
INFORMATION...............................3
SAFE PRACTICE
INFORMATION...............................7
OPERATING RULES AND
REGULATIONS...............................11
INTRODUCTION.............................16
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS.....17
PANTHER 300P RADIO
INDICATORS..................................22
BASIC OPERATION........................24
SELECTIVE SIGNALING ................26
PROGRAMMABLE PTT
FUNCTIONS ...................................29
CLONING........................................31
BATTERY OPERATION..................32
The software contained in this device is copyrighted by Com-
Net Ericsson Critical Radio Systems, Inc. Unpublished rights
are reserved under the copyright laws of the United States.
NOTICE!
This manual is published by Com-Net Ericsson Critical
Radio Systems, Inc., without any warranty.
Improvements and changes to this manual necessitated
by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current
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Copyright © 2000 Com-Net Ericsson Critical Radio
Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

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SAFETY TRAINING
INFORMATION
Your Com-Net Ericsson
radio generates RF
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. This radio
is NOT intended for use by the
“General Population” in an
uncontrolled environment.
This radio has been tested and
complies with the FCC RF exposure
limits for “Occupational Use Only.” In
addition, your Com-Net Ericsson radio
complies with the following Standards
and Guidelines with regard to RF
energy and electromagnetic energy
levels and evaluation of such levels
for exposure to humans:
•FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01
Supplement C, Evaluating
Compliance with FCC Guidelines
for Human Exposure to Radio
Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
WARNING

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•American National Standards
Institute (C95.1 –1992), IEEE
Standard for Safety Levels with
Respect to Human Exposure to
Radio Frequency Electromagnetic
Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.
•American National Standards
Institute (C95.3 –1992), IEEE
Recommended Practice for the
Measurement of Potentially
Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields
–RF and Microwave.
CAUTION
To ensure that your
exposure to RF
electromagnetic energy
is within the FCC
allowable limits for
occupational use,
always adhere to the
following guidelines:
•DO NOT operate the radio
without a proper antenna
attached, as this may damage
the radio and may also cause you
to exceed FCC RF exposure
limits. A proper antenna is the
antenna supplied with this radio
by the manufacturer or an
antenna specifically authorized
by the manufacturer for use with
this radio.

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•DO NOT transmit for more than
50% of total radio use time (“50%
duty cycle”). Transmitting more
than 50% of the time can cause
FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements to be exceeded.
The radio is transmitting when
the “TX”light appears in the
display. You can cause the radio
to transmit by pressing the “PTT”
button.
•ALWAYS use Com-Net Ericsson
authorized accessories
(antennas, batteries, belt clips,
speaker/mics, etc). Use of
unauthorized accessories can
cause the FCC RF exposure
compliance requirements to be
exceeded.
•ALWAYS keep the antenna at
least 1 cm (0.4 inches) away from
the body when transmitting to
ensure FCC RF exposure
compliance requirements are not
exceeded. To provide the
recipients of your transmission
the best sound quality, hold the
antenna at least 5 cm (2 inches)
from mouth, and slightly off to
one side.

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The information listed above provides
the user with the information needed
to make him or her aware of a RF
exposure, and what to do to assure
that this radio operates within the
FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.
Electromagnetic
Interference/Compatibility
During transmissions, your Com-Net
Ericsson radio generates RF energy
that can possibly cause interference
with other devices or systems. To
avoid such interference, turn off the
radio in areas where signs are posted
to do so. DO NOT operate the
transmitter in areas that are sensitive
to electromagnetic radiation such as
hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.

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SAFE PRACTICE
INFORMATION
The operator of any land mobile radio
should be aware of certain hazards
common to the operation of radio
transmitters. A list of several
possible hazards is given:
1. Explosive Atmospheres - Areas
with potentially explosive
atmosphere are often, but not
always, clearly marked. These
may be fueling areas, such as
gas stations, fuel or chemical
transfer or storage facilities, and
areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles, such as
grain, dust, or metal powders.
Sparks in such areas could cause
an explosion or fire resulting in
bodily injury or even death.
Turn OFF your radio when in
any area with a potentially
explosive atmosphere. It is
rare, but not impossible that
the radio or its accessories
could generate sparks.

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2. Electronics Systems - RF
energy from your portable radio
may affect some electronic
equipment. Most modern
electronic equipment in cars,
hospitals, homes, etc. are
shielded from RF energy.
However, in areas that instruct
you to turn off two-way radio
equipment, always observe the
rules. If in doubt, turn it off.
3. Dynamite Blasting Caps -
Dynamite blasting caps may be
caused to explode by operating a
radio within 500 feet of the
blasting caps. Always obey the
"Turn Off Two-Way Radios"
signs posted where dynamite is
being used.
When transporting blasting caps
in your vehicle:
•Carry the blasting caps in a
closed metal box with a soft
lining.
•Leave the radio OFF
whenever the blasting caps
are being put into or
removed from the vehicle.

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4. Radio Frequency Energy - Do
not use a radio with a damaged
or missing antenna. A minor
burn may result if a damaged
antenna comes into contact with
the skin. Replace a damaged
antenna immediately. A missing
antenna could damage your
radio. Use only the supplied or
approved antenna. Unauthorized
antennas, modifications, or
attachments could damage the
radio unit and may violate FCC
regulations.
Always turn off your portable
radio before boarding any
aircraft. Use it on the ground
only with crew permission. Do
not use it in the air.

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5. Safe Driving
Recommendations -
(Recommended by AAA)
Read the literature on the safe
operation of the radio.
Keep both hands on the steering
wheel and the radio secured
whenever the vehicle is in
motion.
Place calls only when vehicle is
stopped.
•When talking from a moving
vehicle is unavoidable, drive
in the slower lane. Keep
conversations brief.
•If a conversation requires
taking notes or complex
thought, stop the vehicle in a
safe place and continue the
call.
•Whenever using a radio,
exercise caution.

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OPERATING RULES AND
REGULATIONS
Two-way FM radio systems must be
operated in accordance with the rules
and regulations of the local, regional,
or national government.
In the United States, the PANTHER
300P portable radio must be operated
in accordance with the rules and
regulations of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC).
As an operator of two-way radio
equipment, you must be thoroughly
familiar with the rules that apply to
your particular type of radio operation.
Following these rules helps eliminate
confusion, assures the most efficient
use of the existing radio channels,
and results in a smoothly functioning
radio network. When using your
two-way radio, remember these rules:
1. It is a violation of FCC rules to
interrupt any distress or
emergency message. As your
radio operates in much the same
way as a telephone "party line",
always listen to make sure that
the channel is clear before
transmitting. Emergency calls
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messages. If someone is sending
an emergency message - such
as reporting a fire or asking for
help in an accident - KEEP OFF
THE AIR!
2. The use of profane or obscene
language is prohibited by Federal
law.
3. It is against the law to send false
call letters or false distress or
emergency messages. The FCC
requires that you keep
conversations brief and confine
them to business. To save time,
use coded messages whenever
possible.
4. Using your radio to send personal
messages (except in an
emergency) is a violation of FCC
rules. You may send only those
messages that are essential for
the operation of your business.
5. It is against Federal law to repeat
or otherwise make known
anything you overhear on your
radio. Conversations between
others sharing your channel must
be regarded as confidential.

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6. The FCC requires that you
identify yourself at certain specific
times by means of your call
letters. Refer to the rules that
apply to your particular type of
operation for the proper
procedure.
7. No changes or adjustments shall
be made to the equipment except
by an authorized or certified
electronic technician.
Under U.S. law, operation of an
unlicensed radio transmitter within
the jurisdiction of the United States
may be punishable by a fine of up
to $10,000, imprisonment for up to
two years, or both.
IMPORTANT

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OPERATING TIPS
Antenna location and condition is
important when operating a portable
radio. Operating the radio in low
areas or terrain, under power lines or
bridges, inside of a vehicle or in a
metal or steel framed building can
severely reduce the range of the unit.
Mountains and buildings can also
reduce the range of the unit.
In areas where transmission or
reception is poor, some improvement
may be obtained by ensuring that the
antenna is vertical. Moving a few
yards in another direction or moving
to a higher elevation may also
improve communications. Vehicular
operation can be aided with the use of
an externally mounted antenna.
Battery condition is another important
factor in the trouble free operation of a
portable radio. Always use properly
charged batteries.
For efficient radio operation, hold the
front of the portable radio
approximately two inches from your
mouth and speak into the microphone
at a normal voice level. Keep the
antenna in a vertical position when

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receiving or transmitting a message.
Do not hold the antenna when
receiving a message and, especially,
do not hold when transmitting a
message.

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INTRODUCTION
This manual describes the operation
of the Com-Net Ericsson PANTHER
300P portable radio. The PANTHER
300P portable radio is a high
performance FM portable radio
providing reliable two-way
communication in a Conventional
Radio System.
The PANTHER 300P portable radio
can be programmed with six
channels. The PANTHER 300P
portable radio operates on any of the
following Conventional platforms:
•Channel Guard
(Squelch Tail Elimination (STE)
optional)
•Digital Channel Guard
•Type 99

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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Figure 1 –PANTHER 300P Radio
Top View

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Figure 2 –PANTHER 300P Radio
Side View
Monitor/Clear Button Function
This section describes the
functionality of Monitor/Clear button.
Monitor/Clear
The Monitor/Clear function monitors
the channel for activity. While the
Monitor/Clear pressed, squelch,

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Channel Guard, and Type 99 are
disabled.
If the channel is clear, squelch noise
will be heard. If the channel is busy,
traffic will be heard.
When the option button is released,
squelch, Channel Guard, and Type 99
are re-enabled.
After a successful Type 99 decode,
press the Monitor/Clear button to
switch the Type 99 Decoder state
from Monitor mode to Selective mode.
Option Button Functions
The following functions can be
assigned to the Option 1 button.
NOTE
Press and hold the
Option 1 button to
execute the programmed
function.

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Table 1: Programmed Functions States
Function 1 Short
High Tone 2 Short High Tones
High/Low
Power High Power Low Power
Local/Distant
Squelch Local Distant
Type 99 ON OFF
Disabled
No function is assigned to the Option
1button. When pressed, the radio
will emit a Denied Alert Tone.
High/Low Power
The High/Low Power function toggles
the transmitter power between “High”
and “Low”. “High”power is the
longer-range setting. ”Low" power is
the battery-life conserving setting.
Local/Distant Squelch
The Local/Distant Squelch function
toggles the channel squelch setting
between “Local”and “Distant”.
“Local”squelch is reduces the number
of received degraded transmissions.
”Distant" squelch increases the
number of received transmissions.