Hytera RD98XSi series User manual

Preface
Thank you for purchasing Hytera RD98XSi series DMR digital repeater.
As a product built to the DMR standard, RD98XSi is endowed with ergonomic design,
reliable performance and comprehensive digital functions to deliver an advanced
communication solution. With RD98XSi, you can make use of digital advantages to top the
competition!
To ensure you get maximum benefit from the product, please read this manual carefully
before use.

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Copyright Information
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of the Company.
Disclaimer
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reliability is given. All the specifications and designs are subject to change without notice due to continuous
technological development. No part of this manual may be copied, modified, translated, or distributed in any
manner without the prior written consent of the Company.
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If you have any suggestions or would like to receive more information, please visit our website at:
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FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Verification of harmful interference by this
equipment to radio or television reception can be determined by turning it off and then 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 different circuit to that of the receiver's outlet.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

and 2.1091
because the radio
of the time, or less, is important
Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time.
Antenna Installation: install the antenna at least 45cm away
Gain of antenna must not exceed 5.5dBi.
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Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Compliance with RF Exposure Standards
Hytera's radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and guidelines:
United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR § 1.1307, 1.1310
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
(IEEE) C95. 1:2005; Canada RSS102 Issue 5 March 2015
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1:2005 Edition
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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 always adhere to the followings:

 from your body, in accordance with the requirements of the
antenna manufacturer/supplier.
Guidelines:
Do not remove the RF Exposure Label from the device.
User awareness instructions should accompany device when transferred to other users.
Do not use this device if the operational requirements described herein are not met.

generates measurable RF energy only when transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards compliance).
Transmitting 50%

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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.
Repeater
DuplexerInstallationKit PowerCord

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Repeater Overview
Front Panel
No. Part Name No. Part Name
○
1Accessory Jack ○
2
Volume Control Knob / Power
Indicator
○
3Repeater Mode Indicator ○
4Analog Mode Indicator
○
5Slot 2 RX Indicator ○
6Slot 2 TX Indicator
○
7 Digital Mode Indicator ○
8 Slot 1 TX Indicator
○
9 Slot 1 RX Indicator ○
10 Alarm Indicator
○
11 Programmable Keys * ○
12 LCD Display
○
13 Channel Up Key *○
14 Menu Navigation Knob
○
15 Channel Down Key *○
16 Speaker

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Rear Panel
No. Part Name No. Part Name
○
1TX Antenna Connector ○
2Optional Connector 1
○
3RX/Duplex Antenna Connector ○
4Optional Connector 2
○
5 Monitor/Test Jack ○
6 Accessory Jack
○
7 DC Power Inlet ○
8 Ethernet Port *
○
9 Ground Screw

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Internal Parts
No. Part Name No. Part Name
○
1Baseband Module ○
2Front Panel
○
3RF PA Module ○
4Excitor Module
○
5 RX Module
Installation
Proper installation can ensure optimum performance and reliability of the repeater. Be
sure to read the following installation requirements and instructions carefully, before you
install the repeater.

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Installation Overview
The information below is an overview for installing the repeater and auxiliary equipment.
Unpack and inspect the equipment.
Perform a pre-installation function check test of the equipment, and configure
parameters.
Pay particular attention to environmental conditions at the site, ventilation
requirements, and grounding and lightning protection.
Install the equipment at the site.
Make necessary electrical and cabling connections, including the following:
- DC power cord
- Coaxial cables to TX and RX antennas (if you use two antennas)
Perform a post-installation function check test of the equipment, to verify proper
installation.
Before Installation
Before you install the repeater at the site, you are suggested to power on the repeater and
check it for proper operation.
1. Applying Power
Before applying power to the repeater, make sure the voltage of DC power supply or
battery is compliant with the operating voltage range of the repeater. Then connect the DC
power supply or battery to supply power to the repeater.
2. Verifying Proper Operation
Operation of the repeater can be indicated by the 8 LEDs located on the front panel. After
proper operation is verified, you can configure parameters for the repeater.
Caution: Some repeater components can become extremely hot during operation.
Turn off all power and wait until the repeater is sufficiently cool before touching the
repeater.
3. Configuring Parameters

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You may customize repeater parameters such as TX/RX frequency, TX power and
signalling, according to user needs. After configuration of parameters is complete, you
may perform site installation.
Installation Requirements
1. Environmental Conditions at Intended Installation Site
The repeater may be installed in any location suitable for electronic communication
equipment, provided that the environmental conditions do not exceed the equipment
specifications for temperature, humidity and air quality.
Operating Temperature
This is the temperature measured in close proximity to the repeater. For example, if the
repeater is mounted in a cabinet, the temperature within the cabinet is measured.
Humidity
Humidity conditions should not exceed 95% relative humidity @ 50°C.
Air Quality
For equipment operating in an area which is environmentally controlled and with the
repeater rack mounted, the airborne particle level must not exceed 25μg/m3.
And for equipment operating in an area which is not environmentally controlled and with
the repeater cabinet mounted, the airborne particle level must not exceed 90μg/m3.
Caution: If the repeater is to be installed in an area which is usually dusty, dirty, or
does not meet the air quality requirements, then the air used to cool the repeater modules
must be treated using appropriate filtering devices. Dust or dirt accumulated on the
internal circuit boards and modules is not easily removed, and can cause malfunctions
such as overheating and intermittent electrical connections.
2. Equipment Ventilation
The PA heatsink is equipped with a cooling fan used to provide forced convection cooling.
When planning the installation, observe the following ventilation guidelines:
Customer supplied cabinets must be equipped with ventilation slots or openings for

The RD98XSi repeater may be mounted in a rack,
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air to enter and exit. If several repeaters are installed in a single cabinet, ensure
ventilation openings surrounding each repeater allow for adequate cooling.
All cabinets must have at least 10cm of open space between the air vents and any
wall or other objects.
When multiple cabinets (each equipped with several repeaters) are installed in an
enclosed area, ensure appropriate ventilation and consider air conditioning or other
climate control equipment, to satisfy the temperature requirements stated above.
3. Equipment Installation Methods
bracket or cabinet, and may be placed on
your desk.
4. Site Grounding and Lightning Protection
Caution: Proper site grounding and lightning protection are vitally important
considerations. Failure to provide proper lightning protection may result in permanent
damage to the repeater.
The ground and lightning protection system is one of the most important considerations
when designing a communication site. Proper grounding techniques and lightning
protection are closely related, and the general category of site grounding may be divided
into the following two sections:
Electrical Ground
Ground wires carrying electrical current from circuitry or equipment at the site are included
in the category of electrical ground. Examples include the AC and DC power used to
source equipment located at the site, and wires or cables connected to alarms or sensors
located at the site.
Lightning Ground
Providing adequate lightning protection is critical to a safe reliable communication site.
The repeater is equipped with a ground screw located on the rear panel. This screw is
used to connect the repeater to the site grounding. All antenna cables, and AC and DC
power cords, should be properly grounded and lightning protected by following the rules
and guidelines provided in the above sections.

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Installation Steps
You will need a Philips screwdriver (cross head screwdriver), a Torx (T10) screwdriver and
a spanner, to install the repeater.
Caution: Be sure to observe proper electrostatic discharge precautions if any part
must be removed from the repeater.
The installation steps are as follows:
1. Mount the repeater in a rack, bracket or cabinet.
2. Connect accessories such as antenna cables and power cords to the repeater.
If a duplexer needs to be mounted
If the repeater needs to work with a duplexer, your will need to implement the following
installation steps prior to the above steps 1 and 2.
1. Loosen the three screws on the bracket with a Philips screwdriver.
2. Install the optional duplexer and the bracket. Be sure to observe the specifications of
the two antenna connectors on the duplexer, to determine which connector should be
connected to the transmitter. Ensure the antenna connector connected to the
transmitter is beside the rear panel of the repeater.
Take Hytera supplied duplexer as an example. If the transmitter is connected to the
low cavity connector, the duplexer should be mounted with the front side facing
upwards (see the following figure on the left); and if it is connected to the high cavity
connector, the duplexer should be mounted with the front side facing downwards (see
the following figure on the right).

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3. Loosen the screw at the back of the top cover, and then pull the top cover to remove
it.
4. Loosen the 6 screws locking the PA heatsink, remove all power, data and RF cables
from the PA, and finally remove the PA heatsink.
5. Mount the duplexer, and fasten the 2 screws inside the housing and on the side panel
respectively. Then mount the PA heatsink, and connect all the lines and cables.

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Ensure RF cables are properly connected between the duplexer and RF
connectors.
TX signal:
Excitor module -> PA module -> Duplexer TX connector -> Duplexer antenna connector ->
RX/duplex antenna connector (rear panel)
RX signal:
RX/duplex antenna connector (rear panel) -> Duplexer antenna connector -> Duplexer RX
connector -> RX module
Diagrams of Assembled Unit
Duplexer Mounted with Front Side Facing Upwards

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Screws RF cables Screws
Duplexer Mounted with Front Side Facing Downwards
Electrical Connections
After the repeater has been mechanically installed, electrical connections must be made.
This involves making the following connections:
DC power cord
Antenna cables
See the rear panel view for the positions of connectors.
Power Supply Connections
1. Ground Connection
The repeater is equipped with a ground screw located on the rear panel. Connect ground
wires to the screw.
2. DC Power Supply or Battery Backup Connection

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The repeater may be connected to a regulated DC power supply or a backup battery.
The DC source or battery backup system is connected to the repeater through the DC
power inlet at the rear of the repeater (see rear panel view).
Caution: Before you make the connection, ensure the DC power supply or battery
backup system is capable of supplying a minimum of 200W, and check if the DC power
supply has current limit. Since high current consumption is required for transmitting,
improper setting of the current limit may cause transmission failure.
Caution: The repeater is to be connected to a battery that is in accordance with
applicable electrical regulations for the end use country. If battery power is exhausted, you
are recommended to charge the battery with an external charger. Remove the battery
from the repeater when charging.
RF Antenna Connections
TX and RX antennas are connected to two separate connectors (shown in the rear panel
view), and there must be adequate isolation of 75 dB UHF or 85 dB VHF between them. If
only one antenna through a duplexer is connected, at least 75 dB UHF or 85 dB VHF
isolation between the TX and RX antenna ports is required.
Caution: Please ensure that all power is switched off before disconnecting the TX
antenna.
1. Duplexer Selection
The selection of duplexer is critical to system performance. The use of a notch (band
reject) duplexer is possible in some systems that are not located at high RF density sites.
If the repeater is used in high RF density sites, the use of a pass-notch duplexer is
recommended.
The duplexer must be able to handle at least 50W continuously. For the best system
performance, the insertion loss should be less than 2dB.

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2. Antenna Selection
The selection of antenna is also critical to system performance. The selected antenna
must be 50 Ohm impedance and capable of at least 50W. High gain antennas may be
used to increase system coverage. Please take note of licensing restrictions when
selecting high gain antennas. Some services or regions may have antenna gain or system
radiation limitations.
The antenna must be connected to the duplexer with a high grade 50 Ohm transmission
line (e.g. Andrew HELIAX cables). The line must have connectors to match the
connectors on the duplexer and antenna.
Caution: It is important that all antenna cables are grounded at the point they enter
the building. All aspects of the antenna design must comply with the relevant local
regulations.
Post-Installation Checklist
After the repeater has been mechanically installed and all electrical connections have
been made, power may now be applied and the repeater should be checked for proper
operation.
1. Applying Power
Before applying power to the repeater, make sure all boards are securely seated in the
appropriate connectors on the rear panel and all RF cables are securely connected.
Turn on the DC power source to supply power to the repeater.
2. Verifying Proper Operation
Operation of the repeater can be indicated by the 8 LEDs located on the front panel and
also by LCD prompts.
Caution: Some repeater components can become extremely hot during operation.
Turn off all power and wait until the repeater is sufficiently cool before touching the
repeater.

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Status Indications
LCD Icons
The LCD of your repeater displays the repeater status and menu items. The following are
the icons that appear on the display.
Standby Screen
Status Icon (Tx power)
Repeater Mode
Channel Alias (programmable
by dealer)
Status Icons
Icon Name Icon Repeater Status
Low TX power for the current channel
Transmit Power
Icons
High TX power for the current channel
LED Indicator
LED Indicator Repeater Status
Power Indicator glows green Repeater being turned on
Alarm Indicator glows red
Repeater giving an alarm due to failure of some
component (please observe the LCD prompt,
and carry out troubleshooting as the “Alarm
Information” section instructed.)
Repeater Mode Indicator glows green Repeater operating in Repeater Mode (RM)
Repeater Mode Indicator is not lit Repeater operating in Repeater Base Mode

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(RBM)
Slot 1 TX Indicator glows red
Repeater transmitting (analog) / repeater
transmitting on slot 1 (digital)
Slot 1 TX Indicator flashes red Busy channel lockout */ transmission time-out *
Slot 2 TX Indicator glows red Repeater transmitting on slot 2 (digital)
Slot 2 TX Indicator flashes red Busy channel lockout */ transmission time-out *
Slot 1 RX Indicator glows green Repeater receiving (analog) / repeater receiving
on slot 1 (digital)
Slot 1 RX Indicator flashes green Monitoring *
Slot 2 RX Indicator glows green Repeater receiving on slot 2 (digital)
Analog Mode Indicator glows yellow Repeater operating in analog mode
Digital Mode Indicator glows blue Repeater operating in digital mode
Basic Operations
Turning the Repeater On/Off
Connect the repeater to a DC source to turn the repeater on. At this time, the Power
Indicator glows green and the repeater shows the power-up screen.
To turn the repeater off, disconnect it from the DC source.
Adjusting the Volume
When the repeater operates in analog mode, rotate the Volume Control knob clockwise
to increase the volume of speaker output audio, or counter-clockwise to decrease the
volume.
When the repeater operates in digital mode, the speaker cannot output audio, and no

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volume adjustment through the knob is available.
Adjusting Power Level
You may request your dealer to set the TX power to high or low.
The LCD displays icon for high power, and icon for low power. High power
can optimize coverage of the repeater, to communicate with farther terminals.
Backlight
In insufficient light conditions, activating the backlight can illuminate the LCD and all the
front panel keys, facilitating user operation.
You dealer may set the backlight to operate in any of the following modes:
Timed: any key or knob operation or receiving/transmitting of signals can illuminate
the backlight. If none of the above operations is made within the specified time period,
the backlight will go out automatically.
Enable: Since the repeater is powered on, the backlight will remain illuminated all the
time.
Disable: The backlight will always remain disabled.
Note: When an alarm indication occurs, the backlight will remain illuminated until the
alarm disappears. Then it will recover the initial operation mode.
Locking/Unlocking the Front Panel
Your dealer may lock all the front panel keys and knobs, to prevent accidental operation.
Note: To unlock the front panel, the repeater must be re-programmed by your dealer.

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Menu Navigation
Under this menu, you can view the basic information of your repeater, including serial
number, radio model, frequency range, firmware version and etc.
To access this menu:
1. In the home screen, press the Menu Navigation knob to enter the main menu.
2. Rotate the knob to select the "Radio Info” option.
3. Press the knob again to view basic information of the repeater.
Then you may rotate the knob to scroll up/down. To exit, just press the knob.