Firecom BP5-10 User manual

Wireless Belt Pack
BP5-10 5Conductor with
Radio Transmit
Operation Manual

Introduction
The BP5-10 is a highly reliable wireless communication module for first responder
apparatus operator applications. The BP5-10 allows the operator to use any wired
Firecom headset to communicate wirelessly to a base station mounted on the fire or
emergency apparatus. It provides secure, digitally encoded, interference free
communications. When operated as part of a wireless system, up to 40 headsets can
be used interference free, in close vicinity to each other.
Note: Under certain site conditions, it may be possible to operate up to 50 headsets
in close proximity.
•BP5-10 5-conductor jack with PTT for transmitting on the vehicle’s radio;
compatible with Firecom’s UH/FH series headsets
Front
Back

Proper Fit
Firecom recommends that the belt pack be worn on the hip, using the enclosed belt-
carried pouch. The user can then plug in a headset of his/her preference and convert
it to a wireless communications headset.
Notes:
- Refer to the wired headset’s user manual for proper fit and use of the headset.
- Refer to the Specifications section in this manual to determine whether a certain
headset is compatible with the BP5-10 belt pack.
PTT Switch:
The BP5-10 belt pack is equipped with a red momentary PTT switch located on the
top panel. When this switch is activated, the belt pack enables radio transmission
through the apparatus radio via the intercom system connected to the wireless base
station.
Notes:
The PTT switch on the belt pack will key the apparatus radio regardless of whether or
not the microphone on the headset is enabled. If the belt pack PTT is depressed
while the UH-20/40 mic is disabled, the apparatus radio will transmit a silent carrier. If
radio-transmit capability is not required, then a non-radio-transmit headset such as
Firecom UH-20 with a momentary microphone may be used.
If a Firecom UH/FH-10 radio-transmit capable headset is used, radio transmission
can be enabled using either the headset’s PTT switch or the belt pack’s PTT switch.
Power push-button:
The BP5-10 belt pack is equipped with a momentary black power switch located on
the bottom panel. Press and hold this switch for 3-4 seconds to turn on power to the
belt pack. To turn off power to the belt pack, press and hold the switch again for 3-4
seconds.
Operation
The base station should be installed and powered up prior to operating the belt pack.
If the belt pack has not been previously paired to the base station, refer to the
“Pairing Section” for pairing instructions. The belt pack is equipped with two status
indicators (LEDs); one red and one green. Plug the headset into the belt pack and
turn the power on. The green LED will flash rapidly to indicate that the belt pack is
attempting to link to the base. At this point, the corresponding link LED on the base
station will also be flashing rapidly. After approximately 5 seconds the belt pack will
link to the base and the green LED will turn on steadily to indicate that the belt pack
is linked to the base. The headset will sound a one time double beep on connection
to the base. Once the connection is established, full duplex communication between
the base station and the headset through the belt pack will become possible.

Out-of-Range Warning
The BP5-10 wireless belt packs incorporate an out-of-range audible safety feature to
warn the user against exceeding the coverage range of the belt pack. The headset
connected to the belt pack will sound a 1 second cautionary beep every 10 seconds
when the belt pack is at the fringes of the coverage range and before the belt pack
goes completely out of range and looses its link to the base. The cautionary beep will
stop if the user steps back within range from the base station.
Warning:
Firecom recommends that the wireless belt pack always be operated with in the
coverage range to ensure consistent and reliable communications, ensuring the
safety of the crew and helping them perform their duties in the safest and most
effective manner.
Reconnect Feature
Should the belt pack go out of range and loose its link to the base station, the belt
pack is capable of automatically reestablishing its link to the base within 10-15
seconds of the belt pack’s coming back into range. However, if the belt pack is not
able to reconnect to the base station within 5 minutes of loosing its link, the belt pack
will be timed out and powered down automatically. The user will then have to cycle
power to the belt pack in order to reestablish the link to the base station.
LED Indicators
All belt packs have one green and one red externally viewable LED indicator located
in the center of the top panel.
LED INDICATOR CHART
Unit Off,
Charging: Steady ON
Green
LED Fully
Charged
Red LED Charging
Unit On,
Charging: Steady ON Flashing
Fast
Green
LED Linked to
Base Not Linked to Base
Red LED Charging
Unit On: Steady ON Flashing
Fast Flashing Slow 3 beeps every 10 min 6 beeps every min
Green
LED Linked to
Base Not Linked to Base
Red LED Very Low
Battery Low Battery
Audible Low Battery
Very Low
Battery

Pairing Procedure
1. Press and hold the pairing button on the front panel of the base station for
approximately 5-7 seconds until the yellow LED(s) on the front panel of the
base station start flashing, indicating that the base station has entered pairing
mode. Once the base station is placed in pairing mode, the user has
approximately 15 seconds to place the belt pack in pairing mode.
2. Press and hold the PTT button while turning on power to the belt pack. After
approximately 5 seconds, the green and red LEDs will start flashing in a
relatively fast alternating pattern. Release the PTT button.
3. Monitor the green and red LEDs on the top panel of the belt pack. After about
5-7 seconds, the alternating flashing pattern ends, the green LED will flash
rapidly for two seconds and then the green and red LEDs resume normal
operation (as stated in the section titled “LED Indicators”) to indicate that the
belt pack is paired and linked to the base station. The respective LINK LED on
the base station will illuminate steadily after flashing rapidly for two seconds to
indicate that a link to the belt pack has been established.
4. When pairing with a multi-unit base station all headsets and belt packs
previously paired with that device must be powered and connected to the base
during the pairing procedure, or those devices will lose their pairing. See the
Wireless Base Station manual for details on this procedure.
Charging
Ensure that the belt pack is fully charged prior to operating for the first time.
The BP5-10 belt pack has a 2.1mm panel mounted charger jack located on the
bottom panel. A charger cable assembly with a 2.1mm x 5.5mm plug is provided with
the belt pack. The unterminated end of the charger cable can be wired to nominal
12V (11-16V) from the vehicle. Plug the terminated end of the charger cable into the
belt pack charger jack (refer to the “LED Indicators” section for proper operation of
status indicators during battery charging.
NOTES:
1. Observe correct polarity when connecting the charger cable to12V from the
vehicle. Connect the white striped black wire to +12V and the solid black wire
to GND. This will result in a positive center terminal of the 2.1mm charger jack
as shown in the following illustration.
2. Firecom does not recommend operating the belt pack while the belt pack is
being charged. It is recommended that the belt pack be charged only when it’s
not being operated and with power turned off on the belt pack.
Firecom recommends charging the wireless belt pack on the vehicle by connecting to
the vehicle’s uninterruptible 12V supply (battery). The use of unregulated 12V
AC/DC wall adapters is not recommended. However, if an adapter must be used,
Sonetics provides a 12V 0.5A regulated wall adapter.

Reset
In rare cases, resetting the belt pack may become necessary.
Plug the charger plug into the charger jack. The system will reset. Both red and green
LEDs will illuminate for approximately two seconds and then the belt pack will resume
normal operation.
NOTES:
1. In case the battery is deeply discharged, no LED indication will be possible
until the battery is partly charged to an operable voltage level.
2. Plugging the charger plug into the belt pack at any time will cause the belt
pack to reset even when it is linked to a base station. Resetting a connected
belt pack will result in losing the link for about 10-12 seconds.
3. Resetting the BP5-10 belt pack will cause the belt pack to resume normal
operation in the stand-by (power-off) mode. Press and hold the power button
for 3-4 seconds to turn the belt pack power on.
Care and Maintenance
Never remove the charging cable from the belt pack by pulling on the cord. The belt
pack should be unplugged at the jack location by pulling the charger plug from the
jack.
Wipe the external surfaces of the belt pack with a mild soap and water mixture only.
Do not store in direct sunlight or in areas of high temperature.
Specifications
Speaker Output
Amplifier Frequency Response…………….…… 300Hz - 3.4 KHz, +/- 3dB
Impedance Range……………………………………………… 150-600 ohm
Weight…………………………………………………………………… 19.50z
Headset Jack
5-conductor jack (mates with U-384/U plug) to fit Firecom headsets
Microphone Input
Frequency Response……………………………….. Microphone dependent
Max. Amb. Noise Level…………………………………. Headset dependent
MIC Sensitivity range…………………………. 20-80mv, at 1KHz, 94dBSPL
DC Bias………………………………………………... 9V through 1K resistor
Frequency range……………………………………………... 300Hz – 3.4KHz
Noise Canceling……………………………………… Microphone dependent
S/N ratio……………………………………………….. Microphone dependent
Output Impedance…………………………….………………… 50-2.2K Ohm
Due to continuous product improvements, all specifications are subject to
change without notification.

RF- Range: 700’ open field, 100' minimum from base station depending on base
station mounting position on the fire or emergency truck.
- Digital encoding for secured communications.
- Interference free communications for up to 40 headsets operating in close
proximity.
- Immunity to interference from other communications devices operating in the
entire frequency spectrum from 30 MHz – 18 GHz.
FCC/IC Compliance
This device complies with FCC Part 15 Rules and IC RSS-213 Rules. Operation of
this is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference that may be received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC/IC RF Exposure Warning
- This product complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
- This product may not be collocated or operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
- This product has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines.
Max. SAR is 0.003 W/kg.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Firecom can void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Power
- 3.7V rechargeable lithium ion battery
- 8-10 hours of talk time
- Cycle life: 500 cycles minimum
- Over voltage, under voltage, over current and over temperature protection.
- Charge source: 12V nominal (11-16v), 0.25A minimum
- Charge time: 3 hours max at 12V from deeply discharged state
Environmental
- Operating temperature -10 to +70°C
- Storage temperature -25 to +85°C
- Meets standards SAE J1455 and J1113
- Chemical resistance, corrosion, and humidity per MIL-STD-810
Package Contents
BP5-10 Belt Pack: P/N 107-0203-00
- User’s manual P/N 600-3008-00
- Charger cable P/N 420-0048-00 w/ 2.1mm plug
- Power adapter/charger,110VAC to 12VDC, 500mA P/N 321-0007-00
- Belt Pack Pouch 540-0057-00

WARRANTY
Two-Year Limited Warranty to the Original Purchaser
Sonetics Corporation warrants to the original purchaser of its products, that they
will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal and proper
use, for the period of two years from date of purchase. Sonetics Corporation will
repair or replace, at its option, any parts showing factory defects during this
warranty period, subject to the following provisions. This warranty applies only to
a new product which has been sold through authorized channels of distribution.
All work under warranty must be performed by Sonetics Corporation. All returned
products must be shipped to our address, freight prepaid, accompanied by a
dated proof of purchase. The purchaser voids this warranty if he, she, or others
attempt to repair, service, or alter the product in any way. This warranty does not
apply in the event of accident, abuse, improper installation, unauthorized repair,
tampering, modification, fire, flood, collision, or other damage from external
sources, including damage which is caused by user replaceable parts (leaking
batteries, etc.). This warranty does not extend to any other equipment or
apparatus to which this product may be attached or connected. The foregoing is
your sole remedy for failure in service or defects. Sonetics Corporation shall not
be liable under this or any implied warranty for incidental or consequential
damages, nor for any installation or removal costs or other service fees. This
warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including the
warranty of merchantability or fitness of use, which are hereby excluded. To the
extent that this exclusion is not legally enforceable, the duration of such implied
warranties shall be limited to two years from date of purchase. No suit for breach
of express or implied warranty may be brought after two years from date of
purchase.