Simoco P25 User manual

SRP9180 / SRP9170 P25
Portable Radio
P25 User Manual
TNM-U-E-0091 V1.4b
May 2011

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Associated Documentation
The following documentation is available for use with the SRP9180 series of products:
TNM-U-E-0088 SRP9180 PMR Brief User Guide
TNM-U-E-0089 SRP9180 PMR User Manual
TNM-U-E-0090 SRP9180 MPT1327 User Manual
TNM-U-E-0095 SRP9180 P25 Brief User Guide
TNM-U-E-0102 SRP9180 Brief User Guide (General)
To order copies of any of the above publications, or any other Simoco product, contact
Comgroup Australia on [phone] or send a Fax on [phone].
The Simoco web site also has a comprehensive list of documentation available for download.
www.simoco.com.au
About This Document
This publication is copyright and no part may be reproduced without prior permission of
ComGroup Australia.
Due to our policy of continuous improvement to our products and services, technical
specifications and claims, correct at time of publication, may be subject to variation without
prior notice.
ComGroup Australia has endeavoured to ensure that the information in this document is
fairly and accurately stated, but does not accept liability for any errors or omissions.
Conventions
Where the word “generally” or “may” is used to describe a facility, this operation is an option
that may be enabled with the FPP.
In some cases, key functions will be determined by the customer configuration, so when a
key function is referred to in these instructions, the function may be assigned to another
physical location than designated here.
References to the SRP9180 also apply to the non-keypad version (SRP9170) except where
keypad operation is described.

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General Safety
1. Do not operate your portable radio, without a handsfree kit, whilst driving a
vehicle.
2. Do not operate your radio in an explosive atmosphere – unless the radio’s level
of IECEx approval is approved for use in that atmosphere.
Obey the 'Turn Off Two-way Radios' signs where these are posted, e.g. on a
petrol station forecourt.
3. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
IECEx Intrinsically Safe Radios
Radio models approved for use in hazardous environments according to the IECEx Scheme
are marked with an approval number.
Refer to the label on the radio for the IECEx compliance level.
The following MUST be observed to maintain the IECEx protection rating:
• Use only approved SIMOCO battery, part number PAR-9180BATL2i or PAR-9180BATL3i.
• Battery charging must only be carried out in non-hazardous areas, using an approved
battery charger.
• Metal belt clips must NOT be used in hazardous areas.
• It is a requirement that when the radio is used in a hazardous area that either the SRP9180
Accessory Cover Assy (6102 350 1446) or an approved Simoco IECEx accessory is fitted
(refer Section 7 for list of approved accessories).
• Approved accessories may only be connected and disconnected outside hazardous areas.
• Prior to use in a hazardous area, inspect the radio and accessories for signs of damage.
Any visible signs of damage to the radio or accessories may compromise the integrity and
safety of the radio. A damaged radio or accessories must be repaired or replaced prior to use
in a hazardous area.
• Incorrect storage, handling or operation of the radio and accessories, as specified in
Simoco published User Guides and Service Manuals, may compromise the safety and
integrity of the radio and/or accessories.
• Approved labels stating the IECEx rating level must be on the radio and accessories, and
be legible, before their use in a hazardous area.
• Servicing and upgrades of IECEx approved Intrinsically Safe radios and accessories must
only be carried out by Simoco IECEx Intrinsically Safe trained staff, at locations that have
been IECEx approved. Please contact the Simoco Help Desk on 1300 363 607 for your
nearest approved Service Department.
• Substitution of parts or accessories will void the equipments’ IECEx Intrinsic Safety rating.

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Hints for Using the Radio
When transmitting, hold the radio a few centimetres from your mouth and speak across it,
rather than into it. The microphone is located near the bottom right hand corner of the
portable radio’s speaker grille.
Keep the length of your conversation to a minimum to conserve battery life.
When it is possible to move location, avoid making calls from known poor signal-strength
areas such as the radio systems fringe areas (limit of range) or from screened or
shadowed areas, e.g. an underground car park or underpass.

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CONTENTS
1INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................8
1.1 Overview........................................................................................................8
1.2 Configuration ................................................................................................8
1.3 Modes of SRP9180 P25 Operation..............................................................8
2CONTROLS...........................................................................................................9
3MENU SYSTEM...................................................................................................11
3.1 Menu Navigation.........................................................................................12
4MENU SCREENS ................................................................................................14
4.1 Channel Screen ..........................................................................................14
4.2 Menus ..........................................................................................................16
4.2.1 Zone ..........................................................................................................16
4.2.2 Squelch .....................................................................................................18
4.2.3 Mute Adjust / Monitor (Analogue Channels).............................................19
4.2.4 Phonebook................................................................................................20
4.2.5 Phonebook Edit.........................................................................................22
4.2.6 User Options .............................................................................................25
4.2.7 Contrast.....................................................................................................26
4.2.8 Alert Volume .............................................................................................26
4.2.9 Radio Info..................................................................................................27
4.2.10 Mode .........................................................................................................29
4.2.11 RSSI..........................................................................................................29
4.2.12 Crypto........................................................................................................31
4.2.13 Setup.........................................................................................................31
4.2.14 Stored Calls ..............................................................................................32
4.2.15 Messages..................................................................................................33
4.2.16 Scan Edit Menu.........................................................................................42
4.2.17 No Menu....................................................................................................44
5COMMON FUNCTIONS AND FACILITIES ........................................................45
5.1.1 Switch-On/Switch-Off................................................................................45
5.1.2 Default Screen –Trunked Mode................................................................45
5.1.3 Volume Adjustment...................................................................................45
5.1.4 Selecting Channels...................................................................................46
5.1.5 Selecting Zones ........................................................................................46
5.1.6 Receiving (Single Channel Screen)..........................................................46
5.1.7 Received Individual Calls..........................................................................46
5.1.8 Stored Calls Screen ..................................................................................47
5.1.9 Received Call Pop-Up Menu ....................................................................47
5.1.10 Transmitting ..............................................................................................48
5.1.11 Scan/Vote Functions.................................................................................49
5.1.12 Keypad Lock .............................................................................................50
5.1.13 Encryption .................................................................................................50
5.1.14 Emergency Alarm .....................................................................................51

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6SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS...............................................................................52
6.1 Alarm............................................................................................................52
6.2 Announce ....................................................................................................52
6.3 Channel Up and Down ...............................................................................52
6.4 Crypto ..........................................................................................................52
6.5 DTMF Send 1/2 (P25 Analogue) ...............................................................52
6.6 Key Lock......................................................................................................52
6.7 Low Power...................................................................................................53
6.8 Menu ............................................................................................................53
6.9 Mode ............................................................................................................53
6.10 Mute..........................................................................................................53
6.11 Reset ........................................................................................................53
6.12 Scan..........................................................................................................53
6.13 Scan Edit..................................................................................................54
6.14 Scrambler (P25 Analogue) .....................................................................54
6.15 Skip...........................................................................................................54
6.16 Squelch ....................................................................................................54
6.17 Talkaround...............................................................................................54
6.18 Zone..........................................................................................................54
7ACCESSORIES...................................................................................................55
7.1 Lithium Ion Battery (PAR-9180BATL2x)...................................................55
7.2 Lithium Ion Battery (PAR-9180BATL2).....................................................55
7.3 Lithium Ion Battery (PAR-9180BATL3x)...................................................55
7.4 Lithium Ion Battery (PAR-9180BATL3).....................................................55
7.5 Single Pocket Charger (PAR-9180CRG1).................................................55
7.6 Two Pocket Charger (PAR-9180CRG2) ....................................................55
7.7 Six Pocket Charger (PAR-9180CRG6) ......................................................55
7.8 Vehicle Mounted Charger (PAR-9180CRGV) ...........................................55
7.9 Lightweight Carry Case (PAR-9180CLBC2).............................................55
7.10 Lightweight Carry Case (PAR-9180CLBC3) .........................................55
7.11 Heavy Duty Carry Case (PAR-9180CHSM) ...........................................55
7.12 Lightweight Lapel Function Speaker Microphone (PAR-9180LMS2) 55
7.13 Four Function Speaker Microphone (PAR-9180LMS4) .......................55
7.14 Four Function Antenna Speaker Microphone (PAR-9180LMR4) .......55
7.15 GPS Microphone (PAR-9180LMGM) .....................................................55
7.16 Earpiece (PA-LMEP8) .............................................................................56

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7.17 Programming Lead (MAR-9180PRLDU.................................................56
7.18 Belt Clip (PAR-9180CLIP).......................................................................56
7.19 Stud Mount (PAR-9180STUD) ................................................................56
8ALERT TONES AND MESSAGES .....................................................................57
9GLOSSARY.........................................................................................................58
10 COMPLIANCE WITH RF ENERGY EXPOSURE GUIDELINES (UNITED
STATES AND CANADA) ...........................................................................................60

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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 OVERVIEW
The Simoco SRP9180 Series Radios are a family of versatile Digital Signal Processor (DSP)
controlled, software-defined two-way portable radios.
This User Manual describes the operation of the APCO P25 Standard compliant Portable
Radio.
The SRP9180 P25 Radio may be customised to your operational requirements using the
Field Personality Programmer (FPP). Your Simoco representative can help in programming
your radio facilities to meet your present and future requirements.
1.2 CONFIGURATION
The SRP9180 P25 Radio must be configured using the P25 Field Personality Programmer
(FPP) prior to operation. The configuration process defines the radio channels, signalling and
other settings so that the radio will operate with your system.
1.3 MODES OF SRP9180 P25 OPERATION
The SRP9180 P25 Radio operates in Analogue FM, P25 Conventional Digital and P25
Trunked Digital modes.
Radio Channels are organised in groups of up to 250 per zone. Up to 64 zones may be
defined.
Generally, zones can be programmed with channels belonging to common function groups.
A radio channel can be defined as either Analogue, a Conventional P25 Channel or a
Trunked P25 talkgroup. A Zone may contain a mix of Channel types.

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2 CONTROLS
Accessory
Connector
Function #7
Selector Switch
ABC Switch
On/Off Volume
PTT
Function #5
Function #6
Function #2
Function #1
Function #3
Function #4
Antenna
Keypad
Indicator LED
Figure 1 – SRP9180 Portable Key Layout
SRP9180
Key/Control
Label Function
On/Off / Volume
The radio is turned on by rotating the volume knob
clockwise, and turned off by rotating it anti-clockwise.
Turning the knob clockwise increases volume.
Selector Switch Rotate the switch to select the desired channel.
ABC Switch Programmer configurable function switch.
PTT
Push-to-Talk. Hold the radio 10cm from the mouth.
Press and hold the PTT switch and speak. Release to
listen.
Function Key F1
M
Programmable Function key. Default – Menu Select.
Function Key F2 Programmable Function key. Default – Channel Down.
Function Key F3 Programmable Function key. Default – Channel Up.
Function Key F4 Programmable Function key. Default – OK.
Function Key F5
Programmable Function key.
Function Key F6 Programmable Function key. Default – Reset / Cancel.
Function key F7 Programmable Function key. Default – Alarm.

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SRP9180
Key/Control
Label Function
Keypad
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
* 0 #
Keypad can be used to select a Channel or Special
Function.
E.g. 12# will select channel 12.
Indicator LED Function
Green
Green LED when receiving a signal.
Red
Red LED when the radio is transmitting.

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3 MENU SYSTEM
The SRP9180 P25 portable radio uses a menu structure for access to all of the radio
features and functions. The structure of the menu can be programmed to meet the specific
needs of individual customers.
Figure 2 illustrates the menu structure of the radio. Note that the order and presence of each
menu is determined by the configuration of the radio programmed by the Field Programmer.
Possible Menu entries are:
Zone (usually the first menu, as accessed often)
Squelch
Mute Adjust (FM) / Monitor (Digital)
Phonebook
Phonebook Edit
User Options
Contrast
Alert Volume
Radio Info
Mode
RSSI
Crypto
Setup
Stored Calls
Messages
Scan Edit
No Menu
To assist the user in menu key selection, a soft menu label may appear above the function
keys. The label shows the user the current function for that key which may change between
different menus.
Programming of menus is a configuration task normally performed by the system manager
using the FPP software.

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3.1 MENU NAVIGATION
Pressing the “M” key selects Menu mode from the main Channel Screen. Once in menu
mode, the ▼and ▲keys cycle through the menus.
To exit Menu mode, press the “M” key again or the Menu timeout will exit automatically.
Generally, pressing “M” key while in a menu backs up to the next highest level of menu and
the “OK” key selects the menu screen.
The ▼and ▲keys are used to navigate through a list of options such as channels, or
increase/decrease a value.
When the Menu key is first pressed, the numeric keys become short cut keys to functions.
Numeric keys can be programmed (using FPP) with functions i.e. Scan.
To access this, you can press the “M” or menu key from the channel screen and then the
numeric key assigned to that function.

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Normal
Channel
Screen
Zone Select
Menu #1
Setup Menu
(Optional)
(Optional)
Menu #2
Menu #3 Menu #3
Menu #x Menu #x
Select
Zone
ENTRY POINT = Default Screen
Channel
Note: Example Menus only shown.
P25 Conventional Menu rev1d
Other Menus may be configured with the FPP
Up Key
Down Key
Back Key
OK Key
Squelch
Mute
Adjust
SubMenu Selections
RSSI
Mode
Radio Info
Crypto Key
Alert
Volume
Contrast
User Options
Submenu
Submenu
Submenu
Submenu
Submenu
Submenu
Submenu
Submenu
Key Beeps
ON/OFF
Backlight
ON/OFF
(Other User
Menu items)
Back
OK
Menu
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
BackBack
BackBack
BackBack
Back
Back
OK
BackBack
Back
OK
BackBack
Back
Back
OK
BackBack
Back
Back
OK
BackBack
BackBack
BackBack
Figure 2 - Menu Navigation

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4 MENU SCREENS
4.1 CHANNEL SCREEN
M
Special Ops
Zone 4
Typical Display
M
Icons
The Channel Screen shows the current channel and allows channel selection.
The Channel Name (top line) shows the text associated with the currently selected radio
channel.
The Zone Name (middle) shows the text associated with the currently selected radio zone.
The RSSI Bars indicate the signal strength of the current channel.
The Battery Bars indicate the battery charge level.
Pressing the “M” key enters the Menu mode.
The lower part of the screen is reserved for icons.
Radio channels may be configured with the Field Programmer as specific frequencies or as
auto scan types. When an auto scan channel is selected, it will immediately go into scan
mode. Selecting another non-autoscan channel will stop the scan.
If a radio channel is defined as a P25 Conventional Digital Channel, it will only receive P25
digital signals.
If a radio channel is defined as an Analogue FM channel, it will receive both P25 Digital* and
Analogue FM signals.
* When an Analogue FM channel is selected and in Monitor mode , all unencrypted digital
P25 traffic will be heard regardless of NAC or Talkgroup.

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ICONS INDICATION
A filled speaker indicates that a signal is present and the audio can
be heard from the speaker.
The outline speaker icon indicates that a signal is present and the
radio is muted. This could be another user group, for instance.
Scan Indicator. When radio is on a scan channel and scanning, the
arrow will rotate.
Transmit Indicator.
Received Signal Strength Indication (RSSI). A stronger signal will
display more bars above the “antenna” icon.
Encryption Indicator. The icon is shown when the selected channel is
programmed for encryption. If an unencrypted signal is received, the
icon will be not be displayed.
25 = Digital Mode Indicator.
Selective Mute. Only radio signals specifically directed to the user or
the channel’s defined talkgroup will be heard on the speaker.
Normal Mute. Only radio signals from the users own network will be
heard on the speaker.
Monitor. All P25 digital radio signals on the channel will be heard.
All keys except PTT, or any function assigned as Alarm, will be
disabled. Press the OK key for 2 seconds to unlock all keys.
Talk Around enabled indicator. When shown, Talk Around is active.
Scrambler indicator (analogue only).
Emergency mode. Blinking icon indicates that the emergency key
has been pressed.
Individual Addressing Mode. When shown, the radio will transmit to
an individual address instead of a talkgroup.
Envelope icon. Indicates that a message(s) stored if icon steady,
icon flashes if unread message(s) stored.
Battery charge indicator. 6 vertical bars above the icon show the
battery state of charge.
Trunking mode. Icon is shown when a trunking system has been
selected.

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C
Connecting icon. Shown when a text message is being sent and the
connection is in progress.
!Connection Fail icon. Shown when a text message transmission has
failed.
* Radio has stopped on a scan channel.
4.2 MENUS
The menu structure on the SRP9180 is configurable using the Field Programmer. A system
administrator usually tailors the order and presence of the menu options to specific customer
requirements.
This section will describe all the possible menus.
Normally the menus are divided into two menu lists.
These are normally the Main menu list and the Setup menu list. Menu selections that are
not frequently accessed are normally put under the Setup menu list.
In the default configuration, the Main menu contains the Zone screen and a Setup screen.
This allows access to the second “Setup” menu level.
4.2.1 Zone
The Zone Screen is used for changing Zones. A Zone is normally defined as a group of radio
channels with a common operational role.
When the “Zone” menu option is displayed, press the “OK” key to enter the “Zone“ select
screen.

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Once the “Zone” menu appears, press the ▼and ▲keys to choose the required Zone.
Press the “OK” key to select the required Zone. The radio will return to the channel screen
and select the first channel in the new Zone.
Direct access to the “Zone” menu from other screens can also be programmed to one of the
function keys with the Field Programmer.

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4.2.2 Squelch
This menu allows the channel’s default squelch mode to be modified.
If the selected channel is changed or the radio is switched off, the channel’s default squelch
setting will be restored.
Press the “OK” key for the “Squelch” Menu.
P25 Squelch Screen
For a P25 digital channel, pressing the ▼and ▲keys will allow selection of either Monitor,
Normal or Selective squelch mode.
For an analogue channel, pressing the ▼and ▲keys will allow selection of either Monitor
or Normal squelch mode.
4.2.2.1 Digital Operation
Channel Monitor Mode:
The radio will receive any decryptable or clear P25 digital voice signal. The Network Access
Code (NAC) is not checked. An “M” icon on the display indicates monitor mode.
Digital Channel Normal Mode:
When Normal squelch is selected, the radio will receive all decryptable or clear digital
transmissions with the correct NAC. Reception is not conditional upon the talkgroup or Unit
ID. An “N” icon on the display indicates normal squelch.

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Digital Channel Selective Mode:
If Selective squelch is chosen, the radio will only receive decryptable or clear digital
transmissions with the correct NAC and Talk Group ID (TGID) or correct NAC and Unit ID.
An “S” icon indicates Selective squelch.
4.2.2.2 Analogue Operation
Channel Monitor Mode:
The radio will receive any Analogue voice or P25 digital signals. Digital NAC or Analogue
CTCSS is not checked. An “M” icon indicates monitor.
Analogue Channel Normal Mode:
When Normal mute is selected, the radio will receive correctly addressed Analogue radio
transmissions and all decryptable or clear digital transmissions. An “N” icon indicates
Normal. Normal can only be selected if CTCSS/DCS is programmed for that channel.
Pressing the “OK” key returns to the main channel screen.
Pressing the “Back” or “M” key returns to the next highest menu level.
4.2.3 Mute Adjust / Monitor (Analogue Channels)
From the menu list, step through the menu options with the ▼and ▲keys until the “Mute
Adjust” menu is displayed.
Press the “OK” key for the Mute adjustment screen.
Analogue Mute Screen
The mute adjustment will be applied to all the radio’s analogue channels.

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Use the ▼and ▲keys to adjust the mute threshold. A numeric value of the present mute
level is shown.
The “OK” key returns to the default channel screen with the selected mute setting.
It is recommended that the default mute setting of 4 be used. The SRP9180 series radios
have a carrier noise mute and this means the mute will open at the point where an analogue
signal is sufficiently noise free to be intelligible with a setting of 4.
Where the default is not acceptable, it may be adjusted for analogue channels so that:
0 corresponds to “no muting”;
4 will hear all intelligible signals;
8 will hear slightly noisy signals and;
15 will only hear signals with no background noise.
Pressing the “OK” key will exit to the Channel Screen with the selected mute setting.
Direct access to the “Mute Adjust” screen from other screens can also be programmed to
one of the function keys with the Field Programmer.
4.2.4 Phonebook
When “Phone Book” is selected from the menu screen, the Phone Book Screen is shown.
From this screen, it is possible to view the of all phone entries in the phone book.
Phone book entries may be Individual Addresses, Telephone numbers or Talk Groups.
The second line shows the name of the selected phone book entry.
The third line shows the unit identifier of the phone book entry. This is the P25 ID that the
radio will call.
The fourth line shows the IP address associated with the phone book entry. IP addresses
are used for data calls and text messages.
Phone book entries may be selected with the ▼and ▲keys.
A “Reset” function key press (if configured) takes the radio back to the default screen display.
When “Back” key “M” is pressed, the radio returns to the Menu screen.