Legacy PL2415 User manual

PL2215 / PL2415
Operating Instructions
ProLine Series

ABOUTTopaz3
Topaz3 is the exclusive supplier of Maxon, Legacy and Tru Talk brand communication products.
Our product line ranges from FCC licensed two-way radios suitable for Business and Industry (B&I) markets like farm,
government, law enforcement, utility, etc. to consumer recreational and light-duty business markets.
Product offerings include a variety of UHF and VHF handheld and mobile radios, repeaters and RF link modules as
well as FRS (Family Radio Service), GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) radios, Citizen’s Band radios and
weather monitors.
Available accessory items include: a variety of carrying cases, spare batteries, desktop and mobile chargers, ear bud
speaker microphones, and more for each radio model.
For additional information on our product line, visit our website: www.topaz3.com

Tableofcontents
. FCC RF Exposure Compliance Requirements for Occupational Use Only

. Unpacking and Checking Equipment
. Getting started
Charging the NiMH Battery Pack
Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack
Installing the Antenna
Installing the Belt Clip
Installing the Speaker Mic. Jack Cover
Attaching the Optional Speaker Microphone

. Radio Control Buttons / Operation Speaker Features
. Radio Operation
Power On / Transmit
. Channel Frequency Selection

. CTCSS Tone Signaling
VIII. Radio Functions
Scan Modes
Busy Channel Lockout
Marked Idle
TX delay
Time-Out-Timer (T-O-T)
Time-Out-Timer Penalty
Battery Save
Low Battery Warning
Two-tone Decode
I . Licensing, Safety and Service Information
FCC Licensing
SafetyInformation
Service
X. Maintenance
I. Software Copyrights
II. Topaz3 / Legacy Product Warranty


. FCC RF Exposure Compliance Requirements for Occupational Use Only
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with its action in General Docket 93-62, November 7, 1997, has
adopted a safety standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC
regulated equipment. Topaz3 / Legacy subscribes to the same safety standard for the use of its products. Proper
operation of this radio will result in user exposure far below the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and
Federal Communications Commission limits.
Caution: DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (50% duty cycle). Transmitting more than
50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposurecompliancerequirements to be exceeded.
lThis radio is NOT approved for use by the general population in an uncontrolled environment. This radio is
restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where radio operator must have the
knowledge to control the user’s exposure conditions for satisfying the higher exposure limit allowed for
occupationaluse.
lWhen transmitting, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 2 inches (5 cm) away from your
mouth. Keep the antenna at least 2inches (2.5cm) from your head and body.
lThis device has been approved for use, at a maximum duty factor of 50%, using the specific belt clip
tested for body-worn SAR compliance. Other belt clips or body-worn accessories may not comply and
should be avoided. The radio is transmitting when the red LED on the front of the radio is illuminated. You
can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the P-T-T bar on the radio.
lThese are required operating configurations for meeting FCC RF exposure compliance.Failuretoobserve
these restrictions mean violation.

. Unpacking and Checking Equipment
Carefully unpack the radio and its accessories. Use the item list below to identify the components included in the
product packing, to ensure that no items are discarded in the packing materials.
Radio Body
Antenna
Battery Charger (with plastic spacer)
AC Adapter
NiMH Battery Pack
Speaker Microphone Jack Cover
Belt Clip
Screw Set
Operating Instructions
If any items are missing or damaged, you should contact the Topaz3 Customer Service Department. Dial 1-800-821-
7848, Ext. 499 for assistance.

. Getting Started
Charging the NiMH Battery Pack
You will need to change the battery pack fully before initial use. For best results from your charging cycle, follow
these tips:
lEnsure the ambient temperature is between 41 and 104 (5 and 40 ) while charging. Temperatures
outside this range may not fully charge the battery.
lAlways switch OFF the transceiver equipped with a NiMH battery pack before charging. Using the radio
during the charging cycle will hinder correct charging.
lDo not recharge the battery pack if it is already fully charged. Doing so may cause the life of the battery
pack to shorten or the battery pack may be damaged.
lIf the battery is stored for 2 months or more, it is a good idea to complete the charge / discharge cycle two
or three timesto allowthebattery capacitytoreturn tonormal.
lNever dispose of the battery in fired –it can explode causing personal injury.
lNever attempt to disassemble the battery or remove its case material or charging contacts. Do not short
the battery terminals.
Note: The first few uses from the battery will not be at “normal”capacity. After repeating the charge / discharge
cycle two or three times, the battery capacity will increase to provide full capacity.
1. Plug the AC adapter cable in the adapter jack located on the rear of the charger, then into an AC outlet.
2. Slide the NiMH battery pack (or the radio equipped with a NiMH battery pack) into the charging slot.
3. Ensure that the metal contacts on the battery pack come in contact with the charging terminals.
4. When charging the NiMH battery pack alone, insert the provided plastic spacer into the charging well, then
insert the battery pack.
5. The charger LED will light to advise that charging has begun. Charge the standard battery pack for 9 hours,
THEN REMOVE THE PACK OR RADIO FROM THE CHARGER.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The charger DOES NOT TURN OFF AUTOMATICALLY after the charging cycle has
Been completed. You will need to unplug the AC adapter from the outlet.
Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack
After recharging the battery pack, remove it from the charger. Charging the battery pack for more than 5 days may
reducethe batterylife.
The battery pack life is over when its operating time decreases even though it is fully and correctly charged. Replace
the pack with the manufacturer’s recommended model.

Average battery pack life from the supplied 750 mAh battery is 11+ hours; the optional 1350 mAh battery, 19+ hours.
This service time is calculated using 90% standby, 5% transmit and 5% receive time.
After charging the battery pack as described, you are ready to install it to the radio body. Simply;
1. Match the four grooves of the battery pack with the guides on the back of the radio.
2. Slide the battery pack up along the back of the radio until the release latch locks.
TO remove the battery pack, push down on the release latch and slide the pack downward, and away from the radio.
Installing the Antenna
Screw the antenna into the connector on the top of the radio by holding the antenna at its base and turning it
clockwiseuntil seated. Do not overtighten.
The antenna should never be used to carry your radio, or as a base to clip radio accessories. Misuse of the antenna
can damage, and reduce your redio’sperformance.
Installing the Belt Clip
We recommend that the belt clip is installed on the radio. It keeps the radio from comingIcontact with hot surfaces,
and away from your body if heat build-up occurs with excess transmissions.
Use the two supplied screws to install the belt clip. If a replacement is needed, use a screwdesigned to the exact
specifications as the original, to prevent accidental contact with internal circuitry, or possible personal injury. Never
useglue in conjunction with the provided screws. Some of the glue’s components may crack the radio back panel,
causing radio damage and possible personal injury.
Installing the Speaker Mic. Jack Cover
If you are not using an accessory, install the provided cover the speaker microphone jack using the screw supplied.
This will keep the radio water resistant.
Attaching the Optional Speaker Microphone
1. Insert the speaker microphone jack into the radio.
2. Use the thumbscrew attachment on the speaker microphone to make connection to the radio.
NOTE: The radio is not fully water resistant while the speaker microphone is attached.

. Radio Control Buttons / Operation Features
A) Push-To-Talk (P-T-T) button (left side of radio) press and hold while speaking into the radio microphone,
release to listen to incoming messages.
B) Monitor button (left sideofradio) Press and hold to turn radio squelch off. Release to turn squelch back on.
C) Microphone (front of radio)
D) Speaker (front of radio)
E) Channel switch (top panel of radio)
F) LED Indicator (top panel of radio)Identifies transmit (red), receive (signal only) orange,
(signal + TONE) green, setup mode (orange), battery low (Flashing red)
G) Power / volume control (top panel of radio)Powers radio on and adjusts radio volume.
H) Speaker microphone jack (right side of radio)

. Radio Operation
Power On / Transmit
Power on the radio by turning power / volume control clockwise out of detent. You will hear a confirmation tone on
power-up. To adjust radio volume, press and hold the monitor button then rotate the control further clockwise.
Use the channel switch to choose the desires channel.
To transmit, place the radio microphone approximately 2” (5 cm) from your mouth then press and hold the P-T-Tbar
while speaking in a normal tone. Release the P-T-T bar when you are finished speaking; the radio will be placed into
receive mode.

If the battery pack voltage becomes too low for operation to continue, the radio sounds beeps blinking the top-panel
LED red and allows transmission one time. Change or charge your battery to continue radio operation. Refer to “Low
Battery Warning”on page 19.
. Channel Frequency Selection
To change radio channels, simple rotate channel switch to the desired channel is reached.
. CTCSS/DCS Tone Signaling
To help block out unwanted calls t your radio, PL2445 and PL2415 can be programmed by our dealer to scan for
tones.
VIII. Radio Functions
Scan Modes
Scanning is a Dealer programmable feature that allows you to monitor a number of channels or channels within a
Group. Your Dealer will help you define a scanning mode and your cannel "scan list".
Normal Channel Scan
Once the scan list has been established, initiate scan by pressing and holding monitor
button and rotate the channel switch to scan enable channel. Then, Green LED blinks to confirm the scanning.
If a conversation is detected on any of the channels in the scan list, the radio will stop on that channel and you will
be able to hear the conversation. In normal scan, you will be able to transmit on that active channel during the
programmable scan delay time. (The scan delay time is the amount of time the radio will stay on that channel once
activity has ceased. Dealer programmable, 4 –7 seconds is typical). The radio will resumescanning once the
scan delay time has expired, and will continue to scan until the channel is changed. The LED will flash green. In
scan mode, if power is off and on, the mode is back to the "scanning mode.
Nuisance Delete
During receiving a signal or scan delay time, if monitor button is pressed, the current receiving channel is deleted in
scan list and this deleted channel is no more scanned.
When power is off and on, the deleted channel is restored in scan list.
Priority Channel Scan
A single channel may be programmed as the "Priority" channel. The radio will constantly monitor this channel