Hytera TC-780 User manual

PREFACE
Thank you for purchasing Hytera TC-780 Professional Portable Radio.
This easy-to-use radio will deliver you secure, instant and reliable com-
munications at peak efciency. Please read this manual carefully before
use. The information presented herein will help you to derive maximum
performance from your radio.
MODELS COVERED IN THIS MANUAL
TC-780 VHF Two-way Radio
TC-780 UHF Two-way Radio

Safety Information ----------------------------------------------- 3
Product Inspection ---------------------------------------------- 4
Radio Overview --------------------------------------------------- 5
Battery Information----------------------------------------------9
Antenna Information -------------------------------------------- 12
Assembly and Disassembly ----------------------------------13
Attaching/Removing the Battery----------------------13
Attaching/Removing the Antenna --------------------14
Attaching/Removing the Belt Clip-------------------- 14
Removing the Accessory Cover---------------------- 15
Attaching the Earpiece/Microphone ----------------- 15
LCD Icons-----------------------------------------------------------16
Menu ----------------------------------------------------------------17
Basic Operations-------------------------------------------------20
Turning the Radio On/Off-------------------------------20
Inputting Your Password -------------------------------20
Adjusting the Volume -----------------------------------20
Selecting a Zone ----------------------------------------- 20
Selecting a Channel -------------------------------------20
Transmitting a Call ---------------------------------------20
Receiving a Call -----------------------------------------20
Channel Scan --------------------------------------------- 21
Emergency ------------------------------------------------22
Lone Worker----------------------------------------------- 23
2-Tone ---------------------------------------------------------------- 24
DTMF ----------------------------------------------------------------25
HDC1200 ------------------------------------------------------------27
HDC2400™ ---------------------------------------------------------29
Programmable Auxiliary Functions ------------------------31
Advanced Operations ------------------------------------------ 32
Adjust Power Level --------------------------------------32
Adjust Squelch Level ------------------------------------32
Backlight---------------------------------------------------- 32
Call 1- Call 5----------------------------------------------- 32
Channel Shortcut Button ------------------------------- 32
Channel Down --------------------------------------------32
Channel Up ------------------------------------------------ 32
Display Channel Alias----------------------------------- 32
Display Frequency --------------------------------------- 32
Display Mode Switch ------------------------------------ 32
DTMF Keypad -------------------------------------------- 32
Emergency Off-------------------------------------------- 32
Emergency On-------------------------------------------- 33
Emergency Siren----------------------------------------- 33
Home Channel-------------------------------------------- 33
Keypad Lock ---------------------------------------------- 33
Lone Worker----------------------------------------------- 33
Man Down ------------------------------------------------- 33
Monitor------------------------------------------------------ 33
Monitor Momentary -------------------------------------- 33
Nuisance Temporary Delete---------------------------33
Radio Call -------------------------------------------------- 34
Scan --------------------------------------------------------- 34
Scrambler --------------------------------------------------34
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Contents

Squelch Off ------------------------------------------------34
Squelch Off Momentary --------------------------------34
Talk Around ------------------------------------------------34
VOX (Voice-Operated Transmit) ---------------------34
Whisper----------------------------------------------------- 34
Zone Down ------------------------------------------------ 35
Zone Up ---------------------------------------------------- 35
Inverted Display ------------------------------------------ 35
UST----------------------------------------------------------35
Encrypt------------------------------------------------------ 35
Patrol Receive -------------------------------------------- 35
Background Operations ---------------------------------------36
Sending a Voice Call ------------------------------------ 36
Receiving a Voice Call ----------------------------------36
Time-out Timer (TOT) -----------------------------------36
Battery Save----------------------------------------------- 37
Optional Functions ---------------------------------------------- 38
Patrol -------------------------------------------------------- 38
Man down -------------------------------------------------- 40
Encrypt------------------------------------------------------ 40
Troubleshooting -------------------------------------------------- 41
Care and Cleaning -----------------------------------------------42
Optional Accessories ------------------------------------------- 43
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Contents

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The following safety precautions shall always be observed
during operation, service and repair of this equipment.
◇ This equipment shall be serviced by qualied technicians
only.
◇ Do not modify the radio for any reason.
◇ Use only Hytera supplied or approved batteries and
chargers.
◇ Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna.
If a damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin, a
minor burn can result.
◇ Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with explosive
and ammable materials.
◇ Do not charge your battery in a location with explosive and
ammable materials.
◇ To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility
conflicts, turn off your radio in any area where posted
notices instruct you to do so.
◇ Turn off your radio before boarding an aircraft. Any use of a
radio must be in accordance with airline regulations or crew
instructions.
◇ Turn off your radio before entering a blasting area.
◇ For vehicles with an air bag, do not place a radio in the area
over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area.
◇ Do not expose the radio to direct sunlight over a long time,
nor place it close to heating source.
◇ When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in
a vertical position with the microphone 3 to 4 centimeters
away from your lips. Keep antenna at least 2.5 centimeters
away from your body when transmitting.
Safety Information

Product Inspection
Please unpack the package box carefully and check that all
items shipped are received; report any missing or damaged
items to your dealer.
Accessories
Item Qty. (PCS)
Antenna 1
Li-Ion Battery 1
MCU Rapid-rate Charger 1
1Switching Power
Belt Clip 1
1Leather Strap
Owner’s Manual 1
Antenna Li-Ion Battery
MCU Rapid-rate
Charger
Leather Strap
Belt Clip Switching Power (100-240V)
(for use with different power
cords in different countries and
areas)
Note: Frequency band is marked on the label of antenna;
if not, please refer to the label on the radio unit for
detailed frequency band information.
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Radio Overview
1. PTT (Push-to-Talk) Key
2. SK1 (Side Key 1)
3. SK2 (Side Key 2)
4. Antenna
5. Microphone
6. Speaker
7. LCD Display
8. Function Keypad
9. Numeric Keypad
10. TK (Top Key)
11. Channel Selector Knob
13. LED Indicator
14. Accessory Jack
15. Battery Latch
16. Belt Clip
17. Battery
18. Screw, Belt Clip
19. Charging Piece
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12. Radio On-Off /Volume Control Knob

PTT (Push-to-Talk) Key
Press and hold down the PTT key to transmit; release it to
receive.
SK1 (Side Key 1)
Programmable function key.
SK2 (Side Key 2)
Programmable function key.
LCD Display
Used to display radio status information.
Function Keypad
● Exit key
Used to return to the previous menu.
● Up key
● Down key
● Menu/Select key
Used to enter the Menu mode. When you are in the Menu
mode, this key is also used to make menu selections.
Exit Up Menu / Select
Call Back Down Redial
Numeric Keypad
Used to enter information for programming the radio’s lists.
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Radio Overview

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Radio Overview
TK (Top Key)
Programmable function key.
Channel Selector Knob
Rotate the knob to select a desired channel.
Radio On-Off/Volume Control Knob
Rotate the knob clockwise to turn the radio on, and rotate
the knob fully counter-clockwise until a “click” is heard to
turn the radio off.
Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume, or counter-
clockwise to decrease the volume.

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Radio Overview
LED Indicator
The following table indicates LED mode and corresponding
radio status:
Status LED
Transmit Red
Receive Green
Low battery alert Flash red
After transmitting a call (within auto reset time) Orange
After receiving a call (within auto reset time) Flash orange slowly
Missed call alert Flash orange rapidly
Scan Flash green
Accessory Jack
The jack is used to connect audio accessories, or other
accessories such as programming cable.

Initial Use
New batteries are shipped uncharged from the factory.
Charge a new battery for 5 hours before initial use. The
maximum battery capacity and performance is achieved
after three full charge/discharge cycles. If you notice the
battery power runs low, please recharge the battery.
Applicable Battery Packs
To reduce the risk of injury, charge only the battery specied
by the manufacturer. Other batteries may burst, causing
bodily injury and property damage.
Caution:
1. To avoid risk of personal injury, do not dispose of batteries
in a re!
2. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations (e.g.
recycling). Do not dispose as household waste.
3. Never attempt to disassemble the battery.
Battery Tips
1. When charging your battery, keep it at a temperature
among 5ºC-40ºC. Temperature out of the limit may
cause battery leakage or damage.
2. When charging a battery attached to a radio, turn the
radio off to ensure a full charge.
3. Do not cut off the power supply or remove the battery
when charging a battery.
4. Never charge a battery that is wet. Please dry it with a
soft cloth prior to charge.
5. The battery will eventually wear out. When the operating
time (talk-time and standby time) is noticeably shorter
than normal performance, it is time to buy a new battery.
To Prolong Battery Life
1. Battery performance will be greatly decreased at a
temperature below 0ºC. A spare battery is necessary
in cold weather. The cold battery unable to work in
this situation may work under room temperature, so
keep it for later use.
2. The dust on the battery contact may cause the battery
cannot work or charge. Please use a clean dry cloth
to wipe it before attaching the battery to the radio.
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Battery Information

Please follow these steps:
1. Plug the power cord into the adapter.
2. Plug the AC connector of the adapter into the AC
outlet socket.
3. Plug the DC connector of the adapter into the DC
socket on the back of the charger.
4. Place the radio with the battery attached, or the
battery alone, in the charger.
5. Make sure the battery is in good contact with the
charging terminals. The charging process initiates
when the red LED lights.
6. The greed LED lights about 3 hours later indicating
the battery is fully charged. Then remove the radio
with the battery attached or the battery alone from the
charger.
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Battery Information
Battery Storage
1. Fully charge a battery before you store it for a long
time, to avoid battery damage due to over-discharge.
2. Recharge a battery after several months’ storage
(Ni-MH & Ni-Cd batteries: 3 months; Li-Ion & Li-
polymer batteries: 6 months), to avoid battery capacity
reduction due to over-discharge.
3. Store your battery in a cool and dry place under room
temperature, to reduce self-discharge.
Charging the Battery
Use only the charger specied by the manufacturer. The
charger’s LED indicates the charging progress.
Status Charger LED
Standby (no-load) Red LED ashes slowly
(0.2s on/3s off )
Battery is charging Red LED solidly glows
Battery is fully charged Green LED solidly glows
Error Red LED ashes rapidly
(0.2s on/0.2s off)

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Battery Information
Troubleshooting:
When troubleshooting, always observe the color of the
LED:
No LED Indication?
1. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into an
appropriate AC outlet.
Red LED ashes rapidly (0.2s on/0.2s off)?
1. Remove the battery from the charger, and:
2. The battery temperature may be above 45ºC.
3. Defective battery. Please replace it with a new one.
4. Power up the charger and place the battery back into
the charger pocket. If the LED indicator continues to
ash red, replace the battery.
Note:
1. When the battery charger detects the proper battery
conditions, rapid charging begins automatically (steady
red LED).
2. If the battery temperature is above 45ºC, the charger
will report the fault by ashing red LED rapidly (0.2s
on/0.2s off), and will not charge until the battery
temperature is below 45ºC, with red LED solidly
glowing (Ni-MH battery only).
a) Make sure that it is a Hytera authorized battery.
Other batteries may not charge.
b) Remove power from the battery charger, and clean
the gold metal, charging contacts of the battery and
charger, using a clean dry cloth.

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Antenna Information
1. Stubby antenna is ideal for communication within limited
range. Thin and long antenna optimizes communication
coverage, and its exible and soft characteristic makes
it ideal for wearing your radio on the belt.
2. Communication range may vary with terrain and your
operating conditions. Rainy days or forest locations
may narrow your communication range, please make
preparation in advance to avoid potential inconvenience.

Fig.1 Fig.2
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Assembly and Disassembly
Attaching/Removing the Battery
Attaching the Battery
1. When attaching the battery, make sure the battery
is in parallel and in good contact with the aluminum
chassis. The battery bottom is about 1 to 2 centimeters
below the bottom of the radio’s body.
2. Align the battery with the guide rails on the aluminum
chassis and slide it upwards until a “click” is heard.
3. The battery latch at the bottom locks the battery.
(See gure 1).
Removing the Battery
1. Turn off the radio before removing the battery.
2. Slide the battery latch, at the bottom of the radio’s
body, in the direction indicated by the arrow.
3. Slide down the battery for about 1 to 2 centimeters,
and then remove the battery from the radio’s body.
(See gure 2).

Fig.3 Fig.4
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Assembly and Disassembly
Attaching/Removing the Antenna
Attaching the Antenna
1. Align the threaded end of the antenna with the radio’s
antenna connector.
2. Turn the antenna clockwise to fasten it. (See gure 3).
Removing the Antenna
Turn the antenna counter-clockwise until you can remove
it. (See gure 3).
Attaching/Removing the Belt Clip
Attaching the Belt Clip
1. Loosen the belt clip screws on the radio’s body.
2. Align the screw holes on the metal holder of belt clip
with those on the radio’s body.
3. Secure the screws. (See gure 4).
Removing the Belt Clip
1. Remove the belt clip screws.
2. Remove the belt clip. (See gure 4).

Fig.5 Fig.6
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Assembly and Disassembly
Removing the Accessory Cover
1. Rotate the screw on the accessory cover counter-
clockwise with a flat head screwdriver until you can
remove it.
2. Remove the accessory cover. (See gure 5).
Attaching the Earpiece/Microphone
1. Insert the tab at the bottom of the earpiece/microphone
plug into the slot on the radio.
2. Align the screw at the top of the earpiece/microphone
plug with the threaded hole on the radio.
3. Rotate the screw clockwise to secure it. (See Figure6).
Note: The figures above are for reference only. Please
make the object as the standard.

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LCD Icons
There are 15 status icons in all and 8 icons at most may
display on the LCD simultaneously. Each icon is shown
at a xed place. As shown in the table below, the display
priority decreases from “highest” in the top row to “lowest”
in the bottom row. When a higher priority status appears,
the icon for the lower priority status will not be displayed
until the higher priority status disappears.
High
Priority
Low
Priority
At the
leftmost
side of
LCD
At the
rightmost
side of
LCD
………………
…
…
Icons & Indications
Signal Strength Indicator
Keypad Lock Indicator
Emergency Indicator
Talk Around Indicator
Accessory Jack Indicator
Scrambler Indicator
Compandor Indicator
Home Channel Indicator
Battery Strength Indicator
DTMF Keypad Indicator
Short Message Indicator
Scan Indicator
Priority Scan Indicator
Monitor and Squelch Open Indicator
Transmit Power Indicator
Icon Indication

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Menu
Menu Navigation Chart
Key Function
Used to switch among function options.
Exit
Select
▲ /
▲
Keypad Keys
Menu/Select key. Press the Menu/Select key
to go to the next menu, or make selections.
Down key. Press the Down key to scroll th-
rough menus when in Menu Mode. This key
can also be programmed as a function key.
Exit key. Use the Exit key to cancel or return to
the previous menu.
Left key. Press the Left key under an input
interface to delete an entry. This key can also
be programmed as a function key.
Used to enter numbers or characters.
Used to enter numbers or characters.
Press and to lock the keypad.
Used to enter numbers or characters.
Right key. Press the Right key under an input
interface to move the cursor right.This key can
also be programmed as a function key.
Up key. Press the Up key to scroll through
menus when in Menu Mode.
FunctionKey
▲
▲
▲
▲
0 ~ 9

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Menu
Menu Display
Top Menu ( Display Content ) Description of Sub-MenuSub-Menu ( Display Content)
Radio Call
Select call list type.
Select HDC2400 call list.
Call List Type : HDC2400
Call List Type : HDC1200 Select HDC1200 call list.
Select DTMF call list.Call List Type : DTMF
Call List Type : 2-Tone Select 2-Tone call list.
Message / Status Select the Short Message function.Short Message
Status Message Select the Status Message function.
System Scan Select whether to enable the Scan function.System Scan Enable
Button Beep ( On / Off ) On / Off
Audio / Tone On / OffAlert ( On / Off )
On Enable the Talk Around function.
Talk Around Disable the Talk Around function.Off
Squelch Level
Utilities Enable / Disable password protection.Radio Lock
Radio Information Version and serial number of the radio.
Enable / Disable the backlight.Backlight
Available options are: Off/Loose/Tight.

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Menu
Vibrate Enable / Disable the Vibrate function.
Utilities
Available transmit power levels are: High/Med-
ium/Low.
Transmit Power
Enable / Disable the Scrambler function on the
current channel.
Scrambler
Zone
Optional Function
Select the current zone.Zone ( 1 / n )
Patrol Device Control patrol record.
On / OffEncryption Device