GTS Patriot User manual

Global Technology System - Revision 3
Six-Bay Multi-chemistry Charger
OPERATIONS MANUAL
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PATRIOT CHARGER

Contents
 Introduction 2
 Equipment Supplied 3
 Safety Guidelines 3
 Warning 3
 Product Specification 3
 Operation 4
 Compatible Batteries 5
 Troubleshooting 7
 Cleaning 7
 RF Devices 8
 Replacement Parts 8
 Warranty and Support 8
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Global Technology Systems Inc. reserves the right to change, update and modify
procedures and specifications without notice.
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Motorola is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.
Introduction
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The Patriot Six Bay Battery Charger is a charger for the Motorola XTS3000, XTS3500,
XTS5000, HT1000, MT1000, JT1000, MTS2000, MTX8000, and MTX9000 Radio batteries.
The product is designed for Multi-Chemistry (Li-Ion, Ni/CD or Ni/MH) operation.
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The Patriot Charger has the capability of charging the specified GTS Batteries as
well as batteries provided by other suppliers (as approved by GTS Battery Services).
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The Patriot Charger is user friendly and does not require manual setting for charging or
battery maintenance parameters. The product is designed for desk top operation and as
an in-vehicle charger/conditioner when used with the appropriate car power adapter.
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The 6 bay Patriot charger is design for desk top or wall mounted operation without the
need for any additional bracketing hardware.
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This reference guide provides basic instructions on the set-up and use of the Patriot
Charger. Unless otherwise noted, the term charger refers to the single bay version of the
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Patriot Charger series of products.
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It is suggested that the Motorola radios listed above be inserted into the charger in the
OFF mode. Upon charge initialization the radio battery will accept a full charge in the
following operating modes: standby, receiving, or transmitting modes.
Please contact your HB service representative for information on the in-vehicle
DC mounting bracket.
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 Equipment Supplied
The equipment supplied is:
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One six bay version of the Patriot Charger 
One AC power supply with cabling 
One operation manual
 Safety Guidelines
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Before using the Patriot Charger, please read all instructions and cautionary notations on
the Patriot Charger, the GTS Battery and on the radio host device.
 Warning
To reduce risk of injury only use authorized battery products with this charger Other 
non-approved batteries may cause personal injury and or damage to the equipment.
Do not expose the charger to excessive moisture, temperature extremes or direct 
sunlight.
Place charger in a well ventilated area which is free of foreign materials. 
To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from power source before cleaning. 
Dispose of used batteries in accordance with your state or local hazardous material 
laws.
Do not disassemble, incinerate, modify or short circuit the charger any battery or 
related components.
 Product Specification
Input Voltage: 115V 50/60Hz AC
12 volt DC
Temperature: Operating: 0°C to 55°C (32° F to 130° F)
Battery: 0°C to 50°C (32° F to 122° F)
Storage: 0°C to 49°C (32° F to 122° F)
Charge Time: 2.5-5 hrs maximum, depending on battery capacity
Charge Current: 1300 mA in Constant Current Charge phase
Charge Method: Constant Current - Constant Voltage with
end-of-charge current termination, temperature controlled
Dimensions: Length: 18” (45.7 cm)
Width: 5" (12.7 cm)
Height: 3.5" (8.9 cm)
Weight: 5 lbs (2.27 kg) (without batteries)
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Operation
1. The charger is comprised of six single port charging slots.
2. For AC operation:
Plug the power supply into the wall and the power cord into the charger.
a. It is recommended that a grounded 3 prong AC outlet be used to power this
device. The user should insure that the AC outlet is grounded before using this
device. If you are not sure that AC outlet has appropriate ground, we suggest that
a qualified electrician be called for verification.
b. A temporary grounding adapter can be used to properly ground a two prong only
outlet.
3. Insert the battery. The unit will begin to charge when it detects the presence of a
battery.
4. Ensure that the charger housing air slots are unobstructed.
5. Each charging station is equipped with three LED's to indicate charging status.
a. (See Figure 1).
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Figure 1 - LED Indocaters
Charger Mode Yellow Comments
FLASH OFF OFF
STROBE STROBE STROBE
OFF FLASH OFF
OFF ON OFF
ON OFF OFF
No Battery Power On Charger Ready
On Insert Of Battery Reading battery
Precondition
Charging
Ready Charging complete
Green Red
Temperature Mode
OFF OFF ON
OFF OFF FLASH
Hot Battery Temp Charging interrupted
until battery reaches
restart temperature
Warm Battery Temp Battery is over temp
Other
FLASH FLASH FLASH
FAST OFF FAST
Fault System Fault -
Remove Battery
No AC Power Battery Inserted -
Lost PowerFLASH FLASH
 Compatible Batteries
The following list is comprised of supported batteries that are approved for use with
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the Patriot Multi-chemistry charger.
GTS Batteries for Motorola XTS3000, XTS3500, XTS5000
H8299-M (21) 2100 mAh NiMH
H8299-M (27) 2700 mAh NiMH
H8299-M (40) 4000 mAh NiMH
Battery Model Capacity Chemistry
H8294-C (17) 1700 mAh NiCad
H8294-C 1500 mAH
H8610-Li (38) 3800 mAh Li
NiCad
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H9858-LiP
H9858-M(27)
3600 mAh LiP
NiMH
2700 mAh

GTS Batteries for Motorola HT1000, MT1000, JT1000, MTS2000,
MTX8000, MTX9000
H7143-C 1200 mAh NiCad
H7143-M 1450 mAh NiMH
H7143-M(18) 1800 mAh NiMH
H7144-C 1500 mAh NiCad
H7144-C(17) 1700 mAh NiCad
H7144-M 2150 mAh NiMH
H7144N-(27) 2700 mAh NiMH
Battery Model Capacity Chemistry
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Motorola Batteries for Motorola XTS3000, XTS3500, XTS5000
NTN9862A 2000 mAh Li
NTN8610B (IP) 1650 mAh Li
NNTN4435B (IP) 2000 mAh NiMH
NNTN4436B (IP) 2000 mAh NiMH
NNTN4437B (IP) (RG) 2000 mAh NiMH
NTN8299BR 1700 mAh NiMH
NTN8923AR 1800 mAh NiMH
RNN4006B 3500 mAh NiMH
RNN4006AR 3500 mAh NiMH
RNN4007AR (IS) 3500 mAh NiMH
HNN9031B (IP) 1525 mAh NiCad
NTN9032B (IP) 1525 mAh NiCad
NTN8294BR 1525 mAh NiCad
NTN9295AR 1525 mAh NiCad
NTN8297AR (RG) 1525 mAh NiCad
Battery Model Capacity Chemistry
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Motorola Batteries for Motorola HT1000, MT1000, JT1000, MTS2000,
MTX8000, MTX9000
WPNN4013A 2000mAh NiMH
WPNN4037A 1900mAh NiMH
HNN9028AR (IP) 1500mAh NiCad
HNN9029AR (IP) 1500mAh NiCad
NTN7143CR 1200mAh NiCad
NTN7144CR 1500mAh NiCad
NTN7146AR NA NiCad
NTN7147AR 1300mAh NiCad
NTN7149BR 1300mAh NiCad
NTN7150AR 1200mAh NiCad
NTN7341AR 1400mAh NiCad
NTN7372AR 1200mAh NiCad
Battery Model Capacity Chemistry
 Troubleshooting
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If the Patriot Charger does not operate after you have followed these operating
instructions:
Check the system power 
Check for lose cable connections 
Check to insure radio or battery are properly inserted into charger 
 Cleaning
Periodically wipe the charger with a dry lens tissue or other cleaning materials suitable
for optical applications: such as eyeglasses
CAUTION
Do not pour, spray or spill any liquid into or onto the charger.
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 RF Devices
Global Technology Systems, Inc. products are designed to be compliant with the rules and
regulations in the localities in which the products are sold and will be labeled as required.
The limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when electronic devices are operated in a commercial environment.
 Replacement Parts
Please contact:
Global Technology Systems, Inc.,
551 Cochituate Road, Framingham,
MA 01701 800.267.2711, 
In Europe call: 00800.5390.5390,
www.GTSpower.com
 Warranty and Support
For warranty and service information call 1-508-650-1172. Outside North America, please
contact your local Global Technology Systems representative.
Global Technology Systems, Inc. products and devices are warranted against defects in
workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of shipment. The
product or device must remain unmodified and must be operated under normal and
proper conditions.
The warranty is limited to repair or replacement at Global Technology Systems, Inc.
option, with reasonable promptness after being returned and received by Global
Technology Systems, Inc. These provisions do not extend the original
warranty term for any product or device which was repaired or
replaced.
This warranty applies to the original owner and does not extend to any
product or device which was subject to misuse, neglect, accidental
damage, unauthorized repair or tampering. Preventive maintenance
activities are not covered by this warranty.
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Copyright 2008 Global Technology Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Global Technology Systems, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to any product to
improve function, reliability, or design.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Global Technology Systems, Inc may
void the warranty and the user's authority to operate the device.
No license is granted, either expressly or by implication, estoppels, or otherwise under
any patent right or patent, related to or covering any combination, system, apparatus,
machine, materials, methodology or process in which Global Technology Systems, Inc
products might be used. An implied license only exists for equipment, circuits, and
subsystems contained in GTS products.
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Global Technology Systems, Inc.
550 Cochituate Road Framingham, MA 01701
US: 1.800.267.2711 EU: 00800.5390.5390 
www.GTSpower.com