Excera EP8100 VHF User manual

Digital Portable RadioEP8100 VHFUSER’S MANUAL

1 Contents GPS Positioning14DMR Trunking Functions and Operations15Private Call15Group Call 17All Call 18Emergency Call 19Broadcast Call 19 Priority Call19Dispatch Station Call 19DMR Public Network Call 19DMR-MPT Call19Contacts 20Message21Status Message21Call Logs22Redail List and Callback List 22Vehicle Inquiry23ID Inquiry 23Status Filing 23Time-out-Timer(TOT)14 Important Information 3 Radio Saftety Information and RF Radiation Information7 Packing List7 Before Use 8 Ready to Use 8Product Controls 11LEDIindicator 12Status Icons 12Disabled Frequency 7 Product Functions and Operations13 Operation Mode13Produt Information Display 13Time and Date Setting13Alert Tone 13Vibration13Backlight13Menue Reset 14Locking/Unlocking the Keypad14Programmable Keys 14High Noise Reduction 14RF Energy Exposure InformationOperation Safety Recommendations4 5

2 Dispatch Station Call 27MPT Pubic Network Call28MPT-DMR Call28Call Logs28Redail and Callback List29 Digital Conventional Functions and Operations 30Private Call,Group Call and All Call 30Emergency Call 30Information31Call Logs32Zone 32 Analog Conventional Functions and Operations 33DMO and RMO Mode33Squelch Level333435
Private Call 24Group Call 25All Call 27Emergency Call 27Broadcast Call 27Priority Call 27 MPT Trunking Functions and Operations24Contents 3636
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38 Optional Accessories Troubleshooting Warranty and Maintains Scope of WarrantyWarranty CardNon of WarrantyDisclaimer Warranty Contents36

3Ic Note : Cet Appareil Est Conforme À La Partie 15 Des Règlements De La Fcc Et Aux Normes Rss De L’industrie Du Canada. Son Fonctionnement Est Soumis Aux Deux Conditions Suivantes : (1) Cet Appareil Ne Doit Pas Causer Des Interférences Nuisibles, Et (2) Cet Appareil Doit Accepter Toute Interférence Reçue, Y Compris Les Interférences Qui Peuvent Provoquer Un Fonctionnement Indésirable.. Le Fabricant N'est Pas Responsable Des Toutes Interférences Radio Ou Télévision Causées Par Des Modifications Non Autorisées Apportées À Cet Appareil. De Telles Modifications Peuvent Empêcher L’utilisateur D’utiliser L'appareil. Ic Note:This Device Complies With Part 15 Of The Fcc Rules And Industry Canada License-exempt Rss Standard(s). Operation Is Subject To The Following Two Conditions: (1) This Device May Not Cause Harmful Interference, And (2) This Device Must Accept Any Interference Received, Including Interference That May Cause Undesired Operation. The Manufacturer Is Not Responsible For Any Radio Or Tv Interference Caused By Unauthorized Modifications Or Change To This Equipment. Such Modifications Or Change Could Void The User’s Authority To Operate The Equipment.The Users Manual Or Instruction Manual For An Intentional Or Unintentional Radiator Shall Caution The User That Changes Or Modifications Not Expressly Approved By The Party Responsible For Compliance Could Void The User's Authority To Operate The Equipment. In Cases Where The Manual Is Provided Only In A Form Other Than Paper, Such As On A Computer Disk Or Over The Internet, The Information Required By This Section May Be Included In The Manual In That Alternative Form, Provided The User Can Reasonably Be Expected To Have The Capability To Access Information In That Form.Important InformationNote:

Ibefore using the two-way portable radio, review the following important RF energy awareness and control information and operational instructions. Comply with this information and instructions in order to ensure compliance with RF exposure guidelines.e the capability to access information in that form.This two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses RF energy or radio waves to send and receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are not limited to, electric power, sunlight, and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these otherforms of electromagnetic energy, which, when used improperly, can cause biological damage. Very high levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic material.Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry work with organizations to develop standards for exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for both workers and the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins of protection. All two-way radios marketed in North America are designed, manufactured, and tested toensure they meet government-established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also recommend specific operating instructions to users of two-way radios. These instructions are important because they inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it. Refer to the following websites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how to control exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits:http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.htmlhttp://www.osha.gov./SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html 4RF Energy Exposure Awareness And ControlInformation For Fcc Occupational Use RequirementsThis radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions, where users have full knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over their exposure to remain below RF exposure limits. This radio is NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or any other use.
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shenzhen Excera Technology Co., Ltd.could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.WARNING
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CAUTIONImportant InformationRF Energy Exposure Information

To ensure bodily exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use. Always adhere to the following basic guidelines:• The push-to-talk button should only be depressed when intending to send a voice message.• The radio should only be used for necessary work-related communications.• The radio should only be used by authorized and trained personnel. It should never be operated by children.• Do not attempt any unauthorized modification to the radio. Changes or modifications to the radio may cause harmful interference and/or cause it to exceed FCC RF exposure limits. Only qualified personnel should service the radio.• Always use only authorized accessories (antennas, control heads, speakers/mics, etc.). Use of unauthorized accessories can cause the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded.The information listed above provides the user with information needed to make him or her aware of a RFexposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates within the FCC exposure limits of this radio.Occupational Safety Guidelines And Safety Training Information 5Federal Communications Commission RegulationsBefore it was marketed in the United States, the Digital portable radio was tested to ensure compliance with FCC RF energy exposure limits for two-way portable radios. When two-way radios are used as a consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of and able to control their exposure to meet occupational requirements. Exposure awareness can be facilitated by the use of alabel directing users to specific user awareness information. The radio has an RF exposure product label.Also, the Product Safety Manual and this Operator’s Manual include information and operating instructions required to control RF exposure and to satisfy compliance requirements.Important InformationOperation Safety Recommendations

Important Information 6CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. The max operating of the device is 55℃.RadioFrequencyEnergy—Topreventburnsorrelatedphysicalinjuryfromradiofrequency energy, do not operate the transmitter when anyone outside of the vehicle is within the minimum safe distance about 5mm.EU Regulatory ConformanceAs certified by the qualified laboratory, the product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 199/5/EC.Please note that the above information is applicable to EU countries only.Radio Frequency InterferenceFCC Part 15Industry CanadaThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference; and,2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée auxdeux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectriquesubi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

7 Caution! Packing ListImportant Information Please unpack carefully and check that all items listed below are received.If any item is missing or damaged ,please contact your dealer. Radio Unit Battery Charger Power Adapter Antenna Belt clip Manual
Please read this manual carefully before use.Caution:Indicates situations that could cause data loss or damage to your products.Alert IconsNote: Indicates tips that can help you make better use of your products.
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Restricted to occupational use to satisfy FCC RF exposure limits.

8 ProceduresCharging Indicator
LED Indicator Charging Status Red LED flashes slowlyStandby (no load) Red LED glows Charging Orange LED glows90% charged Green LED glows Fully charged Red LED flashes rapidly Failure Before Use radioCharge the Battery
Charging Diagram This radio is built in Li-ion battery .In order to prevent from damaging and comply with the warranty, use only the charger and battery specified by Excera.The following figure shows the steps for charging. 1.Plug the other end of the power adapter into the rear jack of the charger.See arrow①.2.Connect the power adapter to AC socket,See arrow②.3.Place the radio with the battery attached,or the battery alone,into the charger.See arrow③.4.The charging process initiates when LED glows red,and is completed when LED glows green.Before Use

Attaching Antenna Attaching the BattteryBefore Use 1.Insert the battery into top of the radio .see arrow①. 2.Slightly press the bottom of the battery until a click is heard.See arrow②.Note:To remove the battery ,turn off the radio first.Then slide the battery latch upwards to unlock the battery.Plug the antenna to antenna pedestal,turn the antenna clockwise to fasten it .Note:Turn off the radio before removing .To remove the antenna,rotate it counter-clockwise. 9

Attaching the audio accessory/Programming Cable Attaching the Belt Clip Before Use 1.Remove the screws from the back of radio.2.Align the screw holes on the belt clip with those on the radio's body ,and then tighten the screws.1.Open the accessory jack cover as the arrow shown.2.Align the plug with accessory jack.3.Tighten the screw on the plug.Note: To remove the accessory ,loosen the screws. 10 Note:To remove the belt clip,loosen the screws. Caution:When you are using an external accessory ,Waterproof performance of the radio may get affected.

Product ControlsBefore Use No.Part NameNo. No. Part NamePart Name 11SK1 (Side 1 Key) Sk2 (Side 2 Key)Radio On-off/ Volume Control Knob Speaker Menu Key SpeakerAntenna Accessory JackSetting Key Hang Up /Home Key P2 Up and down Key Belt Clip Battery PTT Key Channel/Group Selector Knob LED Indicator LCD Display Answer/ Calling Key P1 Numeric KeyTK key

LED Indicator Radio Status LED flashes green slowly.Standby(no load) LED flashes green rapidly.Upgrading or powering on LED glows green. Receiving LED flashes Red slowly. Low power warnning Receiving Transmitting LED flashes orange slowly. Scanning
After voice communication ends,you can hold down the PTT key to talk while the LED is glowing orange.
Status IconsIcon Icon Name Signal Strength Icon New Message Icon ,Inbox Icon is full Scan Icon High Power Icon Low Power Icon Battery Strength Icon Accessory Icon Roam Icon GPS Icon Missed Call Icon LED IndicatorBefore Use 12 LED flashes red rapidly. LED glows red. LED flashes orange rapidly. LED glows orange. Receiving

Operation Mode This radio supports three operation Mode :DMR Trunking mode,MPT Trunking mode and Conventional mode(Digital and Analog).Switching Methods:
Product Information DisplayAlert TonePress the Setting Key to access “Function Setting”- “Mode Setting” and select a appropriate mode.Note:To access Digital Conventional Mode and Analog Conventional Mode to select Conventional Mode. Time and Date Display SettingYou may achieve the following product information in this interface : Product Name,Product ID,Series Number,Frequency Range,Product Versions,Data Base Versions,Vocoder Versions,Lastest Programming Date and ESN Code and so on.Press Setting Key to access Product Information interface and review all the information.Use this function to modify this radio Date and Time.Press “Setting”Key to access “Radio Setting”-“Date and Time”interface to modify the Date and Time.This function enable you set the following tones for your radio:“Keypad Tone”, “Calling Tone”,“Called Tone”,“Function Tone”,“Warning Tone”,“Low Battery Tone”and Test Message Tone” Press “Setting”Key to access “Radio Setting”-“Tone”.Notes:The function tone is the alert tone of the programmable Key function On/Off and Switching ,such as High or Low power Switching and Zone Switching.VibrationBacklightTo set whether to enable the vibration function base on user habit .To set this funcation via the CPS and Radio Menu setting.To set the backlight parameters of On/Off time,Off Type and Brightness Value.Press”Setting”key to access “Radio Setting”-“Display Setting” . 13Product Function and Operations

14 High Noise ReductionThis function will effective reduce the noise under the high noise conduction.The noise reduction reach 25dB and makes voice will be clear.This function are available for your setting through the Programmable Key and radio Menu. Note: This feature default off .If this feature is enabled your speaking volume will be low. After this feature is enabled,you need speak near the MIC. Time- out Timer(TOT)The purpose of TOT is to prevent any user from occupying a channel for an extended period.You can set the longest time of single pressing PTT.If the preset time expires ,the radio will terminate transmission automatically .This feature can be enabled via the programming software.GPS PositioningThis radio supports Menu Reset function ,that is ,if you don’t operate the menu for a predefined time period.This radio will automatically reback to the home screen.Hold down the Setting Key ,go to the “Product Setting” -”Menu Reset”Through Key Combination ,Press Menu Key+ Key to lock and unlocking the keypad.You are available to set the keys SK1、SK2 and TK key as the shortcuts,such as High Power and Low Power switching and Zone Up and Zone Down,Squelch and Scan .This function only via the CPS setting. This function helps to get and upload the radio GPS location data(As shown).Press "Setting "Key ,to go to "Radio Information”-"Positioning System”- “Positioning System On/Off”to turn On/Off GPS function. After GPS turn on,the radio status Positioning iron will display.If the GPS locate successfully ,the Iron change to from .Review the GPS positioning data from the “Radio information”- “Positioning System”- “Radio Positioning Information”. Programming Key Locking/unlocking the Keypad Menu ResetProduct Functions and Operations

15 Transmitting a call through Contacts List or Call Logs1.Press Menu Key to go to Main Contacts. 2. Go to“Contacts List - Private Call Contacts”,Or go to "Call Logs" and access the outgoing /Incoming/Missed list.3. Use the Up/Down Key to select the Private Call contacts you want to call.4. Use P1 Key or PTT Key to Transmit a call. Private CallUnder DMR trunking mode, to set Private Call type via trunking system. FOACSU and OACSU ●FOACSU: While seting up a call,ring warn the calling party, and the called party receive the call through manual operation. ●OACSU : While seting up a callwithout any ring warn for the calling party ,and the called party receive the call through manual operation.Transmitting a Private CallNote:To ensure an optimal volume of the receiving radio,hold the radio approximately 2.5 to5cm from your mouth.You may transmit a Private Call through any of the following methods.Through manual input1.Input a Private Call number you want to call in home screen .2. Use P1 Key ,PTT Key or select Dail Key # to transmit a Private Call.Transmitting a call through Redail List or Recall List.1.Use P1 Key to Redail List or P2 Key to Recall List to Input a Private Call number you want to call in home screen .2. Use P1 Key, PTT Key or select Dail Key #to transmit a Private Call.Note:Transmitting a Private Call Failed while products unregistered or Registration Failed .Product Functions and Operations

Call DurationReceiving and Responding to a Private CallWhen a Private Call is received ,your radio automatic to receive a private call and sounds “De,De”,your radio will display the icon(As shown above) .You may press P1 key or PTT key,coming call ring and icon will disappear. ,the first line display the coming call alias or ID.(As shown above) Note:No need press the Receiving Key while setting automatic receiving and responding to a Private Call .After setting up a Private Call ,both the calling party and called party LCD will display call duration in time .Unit is “Minutes :Seconds”. (As shown)● The calling party LCD .To count up the Call Duration by count -down,the starting time of count-down time is the total lasted talking time.This time is preset time via system configuration .When the total lasted calling time expires the preset time,this radio will return back from calling and end this call.● The called party LCD To count up the Call duration time by occurred time ,the start time from 0.Voice Communication After setting up a private Call ,both the calling party andcalled party are in PTT allowed interface ,and hold down PTT to talk. 16 Ending a Call1.Nobody hold down PTT Key for a long time ,and this radio will end call automatically when silence period expires.2.This radio will end call when the total calling time expires the preset time.3.During calling, any party of calling or called hang up.4.Base station signal lost.Product Functions and Operations

17 Receiving and Responding to a Group CallGroup CallYou may transmitting a Group Call through any of the following methods. Transmitting a call to the preset contacts.In the home screen,hold down PTT Key to transmitting a Group Call to the Group Call contacts preset for the current Channel.(By the Group Knob to select a group you want to call).1. Press Menu Key to Main Menu 2. Go to“Contracts List--Group Call Contacts ”or “Call Logs” to access to outgoing/Incoming /Missed Call.3. Use the Up/Down Key to select the Group Call Contacts you want to call.4. Use P1 Key or PTT Key to transmitting a Group Call.1.Input a Group Call number you want to call2. Use PTT Key, P1 Key or Dail Keypad # to transmitting a Group Call. 1. Use P1 key ,to go to Call Logs List or press P2 Key to select Group Call number you want to call.2. Use P1 key or PTT Key to transmitting a Group Call.Voice CallAfter seting up a call ,hold down PTT key to initiate a call when the calling party and the called party are in the PTT allowed interface.When a Group Call is received,your radio will display the icon and have "De"alert tone.Press P1 or PTT Key,the incoming call iron will disappear . Late Access After Group Call set up to the end,those following type radio haven’t ended will join in this Group Call such as :Raio just powering on , Radio just roams from other basestation or radio just releases from other group .DMR Functions and Operations Transmitting a Group Call to the Contacts List or Call Logs.Transmitting a Group Call through manual inputTransmitting a call through recall List or Call Logs

18 Call DurationAfter setting up a Group Call ,Both the calling party LCD and the called party LCD will display Call Duration in time .Unit is “Minutes :Seconds.”(As shown) ● The calling party LCD .To count up the Call Duration by count -down,the starting time of count-down time is the total lasted talking time.This time is preset time via system configuration .When the total lasted calling time expires the preset time ,this radio will return back from calling and end this call.● The called party LCD To count up the Call duration time by occurred time ,the start time from 0.To count up from the called party access to Group Call .Recount up by count-down requires when the called party end a Group Call and access this group by “Late Access”.Ending a Call All Call Two types of All Call are Team All Call and Whole Network All Call.Team All Call 999 is the last one Group Call number in this team ,When you initiate a Team All Call,all member in this team will receive and respond to this call .Three methods are aviable for transmitting a Team All Call :Transmitting a call to preset contacts ,transmitting a call through group call contacts or manual input number .The specific operation is the same as the Group Call.Whole Network All CallThe three methods are available for transmitting a Whole Network Call:transmitting a call to the preset contacts ,transmitting a call through Group Call Contacts or through manual input (Add * key befor 1981 or 1982 ).DMR Functions and Operations 1.Nobody hold down PTT Key for a long time ,and this radio will end call automatically when the time expires silence period .2.This radio will end call when the total calling time expires the preset time.3.During calling, the calling party hang up.4.Base station signal lost.When you initiate a Whole Network Call ,and all the member will join in this call ,1981,1982 are Whole Network Call number.

Emergency Call Emergency Call can be Emergency Private Call or Emergency Group Call .The following two methods are available to initiate a Emergency Call. 1.Press Emergency Call Key to initiate a Emergency Call.The called number can be set via programming software in trunking mode .2. Through manual input number to initiate a Emergency Call. (Add *9* before number ).Use P1 key, PPT Key or # key to initiate a call. Broadcast CallBroadcast Call only can be Broadcast Group Call .Only the calling party has the rights to speech. You may initiate a Broadcast Call through manual input .(Add *11* before number ).Use P1 key ,PTT Key or # key to initiate a call.DMR Republic Network Phone Call The calling with Public Network Phone is called Public Network Call.Network Phone Call have fixed phone call and mobile phone. For your better use ,for example as follow.
DMR-MPT Call
19Priority Call Via programming software configuration to set Priority Call level:Low ,Middle ,High or Preemption Call .You may initiate Priority Call through manual dail (Add *8* before number).Use P1 Key , PTT Key or # key to initiate a call.Dispatch Station CallThis radio can call the Dispatch Station. The number of Dispatch Station are based on configuration.DMR Functions and Operations House Fixed Telephone fixexed fixrDail fixed telephone number directlySuch as dial 8036 directlyExternal Fixed TelephoneAdd 0 before telephonenumber Such as00755-33010296Making Local Mobile Telephone CallAdd 0 before telephone numberSuch as013112345678Making Nonlocal Mobile Telephone Call Add 00 before telephone number
DMR trunking radio transmit a DMR-MPT call
Base on the associated DMR-MPT group call number configured by basestation , you can achieve DMR trunking mode radio call DMR trunking mode radio each other. In DMR trunking mode ,you may transmit a DMR-MPT Call through any of the following methods.1,Transmitting a call to the preset contacts.2,Transmitting a call through Group Contacts .3,Through manual input.(Specific operation is the same as group call) Such as 0013112345678