HYT TC-580 User manual

Preface
Thank you for purchasing HYT TC-580 portable radio. It incorporates ergonomic design, and practical
features such as front panel programming and DTMF Encode & Decode. You can conveniently customize
radio settings and make calls.
To derive optimum performance from your radio, please read the Safety Information Booklet and Owner’s
Manual carefully before use.

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Icon Information
The following icons are available through this manual:
Caution: indicates situations that could cause damage to your radio.
Note: indicates tips that can help you make better use of your radio.
Term Explanation
The following terms will appear through this manual:
Key Operation
Short press: to press a key and release it quickly.
Long press: to press and hold down a key for above 1.5 seconds.
Hold down: to press a key and remain holding it down.
User Mode
Refers to the mode entered after you turn on the radio directly.
Manual Program Mode
Refers to the mode entered after you turn on the radio with both PTT and SK2 held down for 1.5
seconds.
Zone
Zone is a group of channels, dedicated for you to organize channels.
Zone All
Includes all available channels.
DTMF
Dual-tone multi-frequency (DTMF) signaling is used for making selective calls, calling party
identification, call alert and etc.
CTCSS/CDCSS
The signaling can help you prevent unwanted conversations at the same frequency.
PTT ID
PTT ID, namely radio identity, allows a radio with display and the control center to identify the calling
party.

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Copyright Information
HYT and CRS are registered trademarks of HYT in PRC and other countries and/or areas. HYT retains
the ownership of its trademarks and product names. All other trademarks and/or product names that may
be used in this manual are properties of their respective owners.
The HYT product described in this manual may include HYT computer programs stored in memory or
other media. Laws in the PRC and/or other countries or areas preserve for HYT exclusive rights for HYT
computer programs. The purchase of this product shall not be deemed to grant, either directly or by
implication, any rights to the purchaser with respect to HYT computer programs. Any HYT computer
programs may not be copied, modified, distributed, decompiled, or reverse-engineered in any manner
without the prior written consent of HYT.
Disclaimer
HYT endeavors to achieve the accuracy and completeness of this manual, but no warranty of accuracy or
reliability is given. All the specifications and designs are subject to change without prior notice due to
continuous technology development. No part of this manual may be copied, modified, translated, or
distributed in any manner without the express written permission of HYT.
If you have any suggestions or would like to learn more details, please visit us at: http://www.hyt.cn.

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RF Energy Exposure Compliance
● Your radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of national and international
standards and guidelines (listed below) regarding human exposure to radio frequency
electromagnetic energy. This radio complies with the IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for
occupational/controlled RF exposure environment at operating duty factors of up to 50%
transmitting and is authorized by the FCC for occupational use only. In terms of measuring
RF energy for compliance with the FCC exposure guidelines, your radio radiates measurable
RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking in VOX and PTT mode), not when it is
receiving (listening) or in standby mode.
● The device complies with SAR and/or RF field strength limits of RSS-102 requirement and
contact information where the user can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and
compliance.
Your radio complies with the following of RF energy exposure standards and
guidelines
● United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47CFR
part 2 sub-part J
● American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
(IEEE) C95. 1-1992
● Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1999 Edition
● International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998
Operational Instructions and Training Guidelines
To ensure optimal performance and compliance with the occupational/controlled environment RF
energy exposure limits in the above standards and guidelines, users should transmit no more than
50% of the time and always adhere to the following procedures:
Transmit and Receive
To transmit (talk), push the Push-To-Talk (PTT) key; to receive, release the PTT key.

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EU Regulatory Conformance
The equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of
the Directive 1999/5/EC.
Note: The above information is applicable to EU countries only.
FCC Licensing Information
Part 15 Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Licensing Requirements
A license from Federal Communications Commission is required prior to use. Your dealer will
program each radio with your authorized frequencies, signaling codes, etc., and will be there to meet
your communications needs as your system expands. Contact your dealer for more information.

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Contents
Checking Items in the Package ............................................................................................ 7
Radio Overview .................................................................................................................... 8
Radio Controls.................................................................................................................................8
Programmable Keys ........................................................................................................................9
Before Use.......................................................................................................................... 10
Charging the Battery......................................................................................................................10
Assembly and Disassembly........................................................................................................... 11
Status Indications ............................................................................................................... 13
LCD Icons......................................................................................................................................13
LED Indicator.................................................................................................................................13
Basic Operations ................................................................................................................15
Turning the Radio On/Off...............................................................................................................15
Entering Power-on Password ........................................................................................................15
Adjusting the Volume .....................................................................................................................15
Selecting a Zone............................................................................................................................15
Selecting a Channel.......................................................................................................................16
Inputting a Frequency....................................................................................................................16
Adjusting Power Level ...................................................................................................................17
Transmitting/Receiving a Call ........................................................................................................17
Locking/Unlocking the Keypad ......................................................................................................17
Menu Navigation.................................................................................................................18
Call List..........................................................................................................................................18
Zone ..............................................................................................................................................18
Settings..........................................................................................................................................18
Scan ..............................................................................................................................................20
Keypad Mode ................................................................................................................................20
Functions and Operations................................................................................................... 22
Time-out Timer (TOT) ....................................................................................................................22
Channel Scan ................................................................................................................................22
Emergency ....................................................................................................................................23
Quick Call ......................................................................................................................................24
Home Channel...............................................................................................................................24
Display Mode Switch .....................................................................................................................24
Keypad Mode Switch.....................................................................................................................25
Talk Around....................................................................................................................................25
Monitor...........................................................................................................................................25
Squelch Off....................................................................................................................................26
Compandor....................................................................................................................................26
Scrambler ......................................................................................................................................27
VOX...............................................................................................................................................27
Whisper .........................................................................................................................................28

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Reverse Display ............................................................................................................................28
Signaling Introduction ......................................................................................................... 29
CTCSS/CDCSS.............................................................................................................................29
Dual Tone Multiple Frequency (DTMF) ..........................................................................................29
Manual Program ................................................................................................................. 31
CH Set ...........................................................................................................................................31
Zone Set ........................................................................................................................................34
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................. 36
Care and Cleaning.............................................................................................................. 37
Optional Accessories .......................................................................................................... 38
Appendix: Input Method...................................................................................................... 40

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Checking Items in the Package
Please unpack carefully and check that all items listed below are received. If any item is missing or
damaged, please contact your dealer.
Battery Rapid-rate Charger (for Li-Ion battery) Power Adapter (different P/N for
differentcountriesandareas)
Antenna Belt Clip Strap
Owner’s Manual & Safety Information Booklet Radio Unit
Note:
The above pictures are for reference only. Actual products may vary slightly.
The antenna may vary with different frequency bands. And the frequency band is marked on the
label of antenna; if not, please refer to the label on the radio for frequency band information.
批注 [x1]: 排版时请注意与后
面充电图中的适配器保持一
致。

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Radio Overview
Radio Controls
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No. Part Name No. Part Name
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1 Strap Hole ○
11 Microphone
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2 Antenna ○
12 Speaker
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3 PTT Key ○
13 Accessory Jack Cover
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4 SK1 (programmable) ○
14 Numeric Keypad
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5 SK2 (programmable) ○
15 Battery Latch
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6 LCD Display ○
16 Accessory Jack
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7 Function Keypad ○
17 Belt Clip
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8 LED Indicator ○
18 Battery
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9 TK (programmable) ○
19 Charging Piece

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10 Radio On-Off/Volume
Control Knob
Programmable Keys
For enhanced convenience, you may request your dealer to program the keys SK1, SK2, and TK as
shortcuts to the functions listed below:
No. Shortcut Keys Description
1 Adjust Power Level To adjust power level through one button
press.
2 Call 1
3 Call 2
4 Call 3
5 Call 4
6 Call 5
To quickly make a call to a pre-defined user.
7 Compandor For clear voice in noisy environments.
8 Display Mode Switch
To switch display of channel information
among channel No., channel alias and
channel frequency.
9 Emergency To summon help in emergent situations.
10 Home Channel To quickly switch to the Home channel.
11 Keypad Mode To quickly switch keypad entry among
frequency, channel, DTMF, or to disable it.
12 Monitor
13 Monitor Momentary
To adjust the condition for incoming signal
match.
14 Squelch Off
15 Squelch Off Momentary
To always unmute speaker no matter
whether carrier is present or not.
16 Scan To receive signals on other channels.
17 Scrambler To encrypt voice and thus protect your
conversations from eavesdropping.
18 VOX The radio can automatically begin to
transmit when you speak.
19 Whisper The feature allows you to speak quietly into
the radio and still be heard clearly.
20 Reverse Display To invert display contents 180 degrees.
21 Talk Around To directly communicate with other radios.
Note: Long and short press of a key can be a different functions by your dealer.