LIVEMORE LAP-2000 User manual

ATTACHE PHONE
MODEL LAP- 2000
Livermore
DATA SYSTEMS INC.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

ATTACHE PHONE MODEL LAP-200D
GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS
Each user of mobile radio equipment is subject to the provisions of the
Communications Act and the rules and regulations of the Federal Communi-
cations Commission. Persons violating tht!"S·e Tules . may be denied service
and punished by law.
IDENTIFICATION - State your portable phone number at the start and end
of each transmission.
LANGUAGE - Obscene, indecent or profane language is prohibited.
DISTRESS - No person may knowingly transmit a false or fraudulent dis-
tress signal.
PRIVACY - , It is unlawful to "listen-in" on any conversation intended for
others and to divulge any information so obtained.
INTERFERENCE - The willful interference with any call or signal is
illegal.
OBEYING THE OPERATOR - All instructions given by the operator must be
followed since the mobile unit is under control of the base station
licensee.
EQUIPMENT INSPECTION - A check for satisfactory equipment operation
must be performed annually.
REPAIRS - Only FCC licensed technicians may repair or adjust the equip-
ment. Contact your distributor for an approved service center.

CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR ATTACHE PHONE . . . . . . . 1
USIN(; YOUR ATTACHE. . . . • • . . . . • . . • • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS. . . . . . . . • • . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . • . 2
THE EXTERNAL PLUG-IN ANTENNA......... .. ............ 4
THE BATTERY CHARGER. . . . • . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
THE CIGARETTE-LIGHTER POWER ACCESSORY ... . ... . ...... 4
HOW TO MAKE A CALL..... . ........ . ................ . . 5
IMTS MODE................. . .. . ..................... 6
MTS MODE..... . ............................... . ... . . 6
HOW TO RECEIVE A CALL.............. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
TIPS ON USE. . . . . . . . . . . . • • . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
TAKING CARE OF THE BATTERY . ... . .... . . . . .... .•. . . .. . 9
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
CONTROLS AND DISPLAY FOLD-OUT ......... , .... . .. . .... ll
WARRANTY ....... . .....•........... . . • ......... .. ···· 12
CHANNEL LOCATOR/IDENTIFIER TABLE ............... Back Cover
EMERGENCY CALLS
CALLS
TO REPORT AN ACCIDENT OR OTHER EMERGENCY INVOLVING
SAFETY . OF LIFE OR PROPERTY HAVE ABSOLUTE PRIORITY. NO
UNIT SHALL TRANSMIT WHILE AN EMERGENCY CALL IS BEING
HANDLED.
NATIONAL MOBILE TELEPHONE SERVICE DIRECTORY
A
small directory, indicating channels available in
each metropolitan or geographical area is supplied by
your telephone company on request. This is a necessary
aid if you plan to travel outside your home area with
the Attache Phone.

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ATTACHE PHONE MODEL LAP-2000
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR ATTACHE PHONE
Your Livermore Data Systems Model LAP-2000 Attache Phone is a portable
and complete radio telephone to be used with the public mobile telephone
service offered by the various telephone companies in the United States.
Telephone calls to or from your Attache Phone are made over a radio link
to a nearby transmitting and receiving base station operated by the local
telephone company. Continuation of the call over regular telephone lines
is then possible to any telephone in the world.
The Attache Phone is capable of operating through either the operator
accessed Manual Telephone System (MTS) or the two-way dial service (IMTS)
with controls and displays not available on any other portable telephone.
Construction is all solid-state, and is modularized for easy service or
maintenance. All eleven channels of the VHF Mobile Telephone Service
are provided in every Livermore Attache Phone, enabling you to use your
phone anytime, anywhere in the United States.
The transmitter operates at a nominal frequency of 158 MHz and delivers
18 watts of output power to either the internal antenna (concealed behind
the pocket in the Attache case lid) or to the external antenna. Your
Attache Phone has been designed to operate just like the telephone in
your office. You can talk and/or listen to the party at the other end
of the line simultaneously. However, in order to conserve battery power
when using your Attache Phone in areas offering manual service (MTS) it
is recommended that you use the Push-to-Talk feature.
Your personal telephone number, 5 digits for MTS subscription service or
7 digits for IMTS service, is programmed into your Attache Phone by your
dealer or his service center. Your dealer will fully describe the oper-
ation of your Attache Phone and will advise you of special procedures
that may be required in your service area.
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USING YOUR ATTACHE PHONE
Your Attache Phone comes equipped with the latest features and accessories
to make this one of the most useful personal or business investments you
will ever make. The controls and displays have been designed to be con-
venient, and after minimum training and actual use,relatively simple to
use. To gain the maximum benefit from your Attache Phone communications
system you should carefully read this manual before initially using it,
and periodically review its contents to assure proper maintenance and
service.
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
The following paragraphs briefly describe the basic controls and indica-
tors illustrated on page 12of this manual. All switches (other than the
spring loaded HOOKSWITCH and PTT switch) are alternate action, push-on,
push-off type switches.
A. POWER -When the POWER switch is depressed your Attache Phone
is being powered , from its own internal Nicad Battery. When-
ever either the Cigarette lighter adaptor or the AC wall plug
accessory are used, the POWER switch should be in the OFF (up)
position. This will allow your Nicad Battery to be recharged
while power is being derived from an external source.
B. SPEAKER - The SPEAKER switch allows the received audio signals
to be directed to the AUDIO MONITOR SPEAKER. This permits you
to monitor the channels to listen for a vacant one without
actually holding the handset to your ear or to let others lis-
ten in on your conversation when desired. If the VOLUME con-
trol is set too high and the handset is near the SPEAKER, feed-
back as in a public address system will create a disturbing
audio squeal.
C. IMTS - The IMTS switch selects the mode in which the unit must
operate. For IMTS service the switch is depressed and the IMTS
indicator will be lighted. For Manual (MTS) service the switch
should be OFF (up) and the IMTS indicator off.
D. PTT (CONTROL PANEL) - The PUSH-TO-TALK is a momentary action
switch used primarily on the IMTS network when placing a mobile
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ATTACHE PHONE MODEL LAP-2000
to mobile call over a single IMTS channel. (See the section
describing Mobile to Mobile calls.) The PTT indicator (function)
can be turned off by alternately pressing the button or by
"hanging up" the handset on the HOOKSWITCH.
E. JK, JL, JR, ••• YS- These eleven switches and indicators repre-
sent the eleven VHF two-way channels that are available for use
throughout the North American Continent.
Not all channels are available in any one metropolitan area.
For most effective use, consult the National Mobile Telephone
Service Directory and push down the channel buttons for those
stations in your service area. This will allow your equipment
to give maximum attention to these channels and prevent inter-
• ference from channels outside your service area. Your Attache
Phone will scan or search only those channels whose switch
buttons are down.
F. BATT LOW - The BATTery LOW indicator is a warning that your
internal Nicad Battery has discharged to a level established
as a safe, rechargable level. Recharge the battery when this
indicator is lighted. Prolonged use after this lamp is lighted
could cause damage to your battery and prevent it from ever being
recharged.
G. XMIT - The XMIT (Transmit) indicator is lighted whenever your
Attache Phone is radiating 18 watts of power. Since your Nicad
Battery is capable of supplying only enough energy when fully
charged to transmit for approximately fourty-five (45) minutes
this light serves as a reminder to limit the length of your calls
and as a positive indication that your transmitter is ON.
H. BUSY -When the handset is OFF-HOOK, a BUSY lamp on the MTS mode
shows the channel is busy. In this case, to make a call choose
another suitable channel. In the IMTS mode, a BUSY lamp ON when
the handset is OFF-HOOK indicates that you have failed to seize
the channel for one or more of the following reasons: channel
BUSY, equipment was not locked to an idle tone, range to station
is too great. In any of these cases, you must go back ON-HOOK
before trying again to make a call. When the handset is ON-HOOK,
this lamp goes on only when the equipment is decoding an incoming
call.
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THE EXTERNAL PLUG-IN ANTENNA
In order to counteract the shielding effect of the metal body of an
automobile in which the Attache Phone is used, a plug-in quarter-wave
antenna and cable assembly is supplied. This antenna can be clipped
to the gutter of the car roof and the cable run in through the window.
Transmitter power, which is normally connected to the Attache Phone
antenna in the case cover, is automatically switched to the external
antenna when the plug is inserted.
A longer, 5/8 wavelength automobile antenna which will give greater
range or a stronger signal may alternately be used if its cable end
has the proper plug (Type Switchcraft 440 or equivalent). For this
alternative, check your dealer or service agency.
THE BATTERY CHARGER
This accessory plugs into the usual wall socket and transforms the
AC 115 volts to a lower D.C. Voltage for charging the battery. The
charging current is limited by a series ballast lamp (type GE-82) to
protect the battery. Do not energi~e the transmitter while this battery
charger is in use.
The time required for a full charge at the rate recommended by the
battery manufacturer is 14 hours. It is perfectly safe to leave the
charger on for a longer period.
THE CIGARETTE-LIGHTER POWER ACCESSORY
The Attache Phone may be powered from the automobile 12 volt power system
and its battery recharged by the use of this accessory. Noise and voltage
transients on the auto power line are removed by regulatory circuits to
protect the Attache Phone and a second ballast lamp (type GE-64) limits
the battery charge current. Use of this accessory whenever the Attache
Phone is in the automobile is recommended both for charging the battery
and making or receiving a call.
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ATTACHE PHONE MODEL LAP-2000
HOW TO MAKE A CALL
1. Handset is ON-HOOK.
2. In your car, for best results plug in the external antenna and
use the cigarette-lighter plug-in for the car battery power.
However, it is always possible to use the internal battery and
the internal antenna, although the steel car body will decrease
your range.
3. Depress the channel buttons for the channels available in your
local area. (To raise a button, push it again; these are push-
push switches).
4. Select IMTS or MTS mode in accordance with the following table,
and turn the power ON.
Number of Digits
Base Station to which
If Roaming
in your mobile
you are registered
IMTS
telephone number.
operates
in this mode. area
use
7 IMTS IMTS
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IMTS MODE
5. Check to see that your equipment is locked . to an idle channel.
The Channel Light will be steady.
6. Pick up handset OFF-HOOK. This automatically turns on your trans-
mitter and attempts to seize the channel. If there is a problem,
the XMIT light will go off and the busy light will go on. In this
case, you must go back ON-HOOK to re-establish a lock to an idle
channel.
7. If no problems, you will receive a dial tone and be able to dial
your number, or the operator may respond if you are roaming out
of your home area and you may place your call through her.
8. Replace handset ON-HOOK after each call to release channel.
MTS MODE
5. Pick up the handset. The equipment scan stops. Check if the
channel is available or busy . If busy, you may hear a voice and
the busy light will go on. Step to another channel using the
Channel Sequence Switch until an open channel is available . NOTE:
In IMTS areas, the busy lights may go on when the MARK IDLE channel
tone is present on an IMTS channel. The MTS Roamer may use this
channel in his usual way.
6. Press the handset PTTfor 2 to 3 seconds. Listen for the operator
to respond and place your call through her. Give your telephone
number and city of registration for identification and billing.
For example; "Mobile Operator, this is YS12345, San Jose registry.
I'm calling 555-1212."
7 . At the end of the conversation, sign off and release the channel:
For example: "This is YS12345 Clear."
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ATTACHE PHONE MODEL LAP-2000
HOW TO RECEIVE A CALL
In the standby condition to receive a call, the Attache •
should be as follows:
settings
1. Depress the channel buttons for the channels in your local area .
2. Select the correct mode, IMTS or MTS, for the area.
3. Handset ON-HOOK, Power ON.
4. Set Attache Phone so that the cover is in a vertical plane.
When your equipment recognizes that your telephone number has
been received, the speaker will sound for several seconds and
the call light will come on and stay on.
TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE CALL (IMTS)
1. Open case, set lid in vertical plane.
2. Pick up handset and announce your mobile telephone number.
You are connected to your caller, your transmi~ter is on, and
your conversation may proceed.
3. At the end of the call, replace handset ON-HOOK. NOTE: If your
calling party is another mobile, the operator may direct you to
go to PUSH-TO-TALK operation. To do this push down once on the
PTT button in the switch assembly.
TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE CALL (MTS)
1. Open case, set lid in vertical plane.
2. Pick up handset, press push-to-talk switch and announce your mobile
telephone number. The operator will then connect your calling party.
3. At the end of the call, repeat your mobile number and release the
channel, e.g. by saying "This is YS12345 CLEAR."
4. Replace handset ON-HOOK.
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TIPS ON USE
1. Remember that the Attache Phone radiates and receives through the
antenna in the case lid which should be kept in a vertical plane.
Keep metal objects away and orient the handset cord so that it is
horizontal and away from the antenna to prevent undesirable pickup
of the transmitted signal.
2. Maximum range is achieved over a line-of-sight path to the base
station antenna. If a particular station reception is poor, try
another channel to see if that transmission path is more favorable
or move out of the "shadow" of a hill or large building. The Attache
Phone antenna is most effective when vertical, both for the internal
case lid antenna and the plug-in antenna.
3. Your assigned number and city of registration should always be
used for identification regardless of your location.
4. In the IMTS-mode, your phone automatically searches for and locks on
to an idle-tone sent out by the telephone company on an available
channel. If you attempt to make a call before your set is in this
"ready" condition or if all channels are busy, the equipment will
go to the busy condition when you go OFF-HOOK, and your transmitter
and receiver are blocked. Go back ON-HOOK to try again when the
channel is available and the set is in a "ready" condition. If you
are outside the service range of the station the set will also go
to BUSY. This situation is prevented when . you depress the channel
buttons of only those stations in your service · area.
5. It is not possible to use the phone in an IMTS mode on an MTS station.
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ATTACHE PHONE MODEL LAP-2000
TAKING CARE OF THE BATTERY
Your Attache Phone is powered by a rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery
selected as the optimum type and size for reliable service under the
conditions of operation of this equipment. This battery is capable of
long repeated service when charged regularly. The state of charge is
shown by the battery meter when the power is on. The battery should be
charged such that the meter needle indicates in the red area to the
right. This is a satisfactory state of charge. A low-voltage battery
alarm circuit is activated when the battery charge requires recharging.
In this situation, the battery-lowlight will pulse and an audible alarm
is sounded every few seconds. The equipment may be used for urgent calls,
but continued use under a low voltage alarm condition may damage the
battery. It should be recharged promptly! This is best done with the
battery charger, although charging is also accomplished with the cigar-
ette-lighter power accessory. Charging current is limited by a series
lamp in the charging circuit so that the char~er may be connected and
left on without damage to the equipment or the battery.
In the IMTS mode of operation, the transmitter is on continuously for
the duration of the call and the resulting battery drain will require
frequent recharging or use of the cigarette-lighter power accessory
whenever the Attache Phone is carried in a vehicle.
Although there is no load placed on the battery when the equipment is
turned off, it will still discharge slowly to approximately half-charge
in 3 months when stored at 70° F (with faster discharge at a higher
storage temperature). Therefore, charge the battery at least every two
months, if not in use.
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MAINTENANCE
Your Attache Telephone requires only reasonable care. Excessive abuse,
impact, or exposure to inclement weather may adversely affect performance
of the unit and should, therefore, be avoided.
Maintenance beyond that described below must be accomplished by or under
the direct supervision of a holder of the FCC first or second class
Radio Telephone Operator License.
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
Although the Attache Telephone is relatively troublefree when subjected
to normal usage and handling, occasionally a fuse or lamp may burn out
and need to be replaced. The fuse and the charging ballast lamps are
the only components that the operator may replace. The fuse is located
below the feature cover, next to the battery housing, and the ballast
lamps are located on the underside of the phone well assembly at the
rear of the unit. The fuse is 7.5 Amp. Type 3AG . The ballast lamps
are GE-82 and GE-64.
UNIT DOES NOT RECHARGE:
Failure of the unit to recharge when the battery charger is properly
connected between the unit and a 110 volt AC source is noted by the
absence of illumination at the power plug indicator where the charger
plugs into the phone . In th i s event, the charging ballast lamp or fuse
is at fault. Access to the lamp is gained by removing the four screws
that hold the phone well assembly in place and then carefully lifting
the phone well assembly and moving it to the outside of the case as far
as the cable harness will permit.
While either cover is removed, do not make any adjustments to the elec-
tronic circuitry. For a longer, troublefree life of the unit, always
reinstall the covers just as soon as the defective fuse or lamp is
replaced. Covers must be securely fastened in place to prevent unde-
sireable noise in the transmitted signal.
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EXTERNAL ANTENNA CONNECTOR
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ATTACHE PHONE MODEL LAP-2000
WARRANTY
Livermore Data Systems, Inc., warrants this new Attache Telephone Model
LAP-2000 to the original owner against defective parts, material, and
workmanship for six months from date of original sale or installation.
This warranty does NOT include the rechargeable battery, which carries
the battery manufacturer's warranty of one year from date of manufacture.
Our obligation under this warranty is limited to exchanging defective
parts with a new part or repairing the defective part. Repair labor
for the correction of defective parts or inoperable equipment will be
paid by Livermore Data Systems if the equipment is returned to the fac-
tory during the warranty period, transportation charges pre-paid. War-
ranty labor does NOT include labor charges for installation.
Should this model covered by this warranty fail to operate properly,
contact the distributor from whom it was purchased . Service work must
be performed by Livermore Data Systems' Ser v ice Station in order for
the owner to receive the benefits of this warranty.
This warranty shall be in effect only after the Attache Telephone Equip-
ment is registered at Livermore Data Systems, Inc., and this shall be
within 15 days after the sale or installation of such equipment by the
Distributor or authorized Service Center.
This warranty does not apply to any Attache Telephone damaged by accident,
improper use or abuse, or repaired with other than factory approved parts,
or which has been altered or repaired in a way that affects the reliability
or performance of this equipment, or any unit where the serial number has
been altered, effaced,or destroyed.
Livermore Data Systems, Inc., makes no other warranty expressed or implied
and neither assumes or authorizes anyone else to assume for it any other
obligation, consequential or inconsequential, or liability in connection
with said equipment.
LIVERMORE DATA SYSTEMS, INC.
2050 Research Drive, Livermore, California 94550
[phone]

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