Tait TP9100 User manual

Chassis engraving will void warranty i
Chassis engraving will void warranty
Chassis engraving will void
warranty
Caution: Engraving the chassis can significantly reduce
its mechanical strength and will void any warranty. If the
chassis has been engraved, it must be replaced.
To our European customers
Tait Electronics Limited is an environmentally
responsible company which supports waste
minimization and material recovery. The European
Union’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive requires that this product be disposed of
separately from the general waste stream when its
service life is over. Please be environmentally responsible
and dispose through the original supplier, your local
municipal waste “separate collection” service, or
contact Tait Electronics Limited.

ii For your safety
For your safety
For your safety
Before using your radio, please read the following
important safety and compliance information.
Radio frequency exposure information
For your own safety and to ensure you comply with the
Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) radio
frequency (RF) exposure guidelines, please read the
following information before using this radio.
Using this radio
You should use this radio only for work-related
purposes (it is not authorized for any other use) and if
you are fully aware of, and can exercise control over,
your exposure to RF energy. To prevent exceeding FCC
RF exposure limits, you must control the amount and
duration of RF that you and other people are
exposed to.
It is also important that you:
QDo not remove the RF Exposure label from
the radio.
QEnsure this RF exposure information accompanies
the radio when it is transferred to other users.
QDo not use the radio if you do not adhere to the
guidelines on controlling your exposure to RF.
Controlling your exposure to RF energy
This radio emits radio frequency (RF) energy or radio
waves primarily when calls are made. RF is a form of
electromagnetic energy (as is sunlight), and there are
recommended levels of maximum RF exposure.
To control your exposure to RF and comply with the
maximum exposure limits for occupational/controlled
environments, follow these guidelines:
QDo not talk (transmit) on the radio more than the
rated transmit duty cycle. This is important because

For your safety iii
For your safety
the radio radiates more energy when it is transmit-
ting than when it is receiving.
QWhen listening and talking on the radio, hold it
upright in front of your face so that it is at least one
inch (2.5 cm) away from any part of your face.
Keeping the radio at the recommended distance is
important because exposure to RF decreases rapidly
the further away the antenna is from your body.
QKeep the antenna at least one inch (2.5 cm) from
your face at all times.
QIf you wear your radio, you must always put it in a
carrying accessory that has been specifically
approved by Tait for this radio. Using non-approved
body-worn accessories may mean you expose your-
self to higher levels of RF than recommended by the
FCC’s occupational/controlled environment RF
exposure limits.
QEnsure you only use Tait-approved antennas, batter-
ies, and accessories.
For more information on what RF energy is and how to
control your exposure to it, visit the FCC website at
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html.
Compliance with RF energy exposure
standards
This two-way radio complies with these RF energy
exposure standards and guidelines:
QUnited States Federal Communications Commis-
sion, Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR §§
1.1307, 1.1310, and 2.1093.
QAmerican National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Insti-
tute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
(IEEE) C95.1-1992
QInstitute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
C95.1-1999 Edition.

iv For your safety
For your safety
This radio complies with the IEEE and ICNIRP exposure
limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure
environments at operating duty factors of up to 50%
transmitting (even though the approved batteries for
this radio are rated for a 5-5-90 duty factor (5% talk-
5% listen-90% standby)).
Radio frequency emissions limits in
the USA
Part 15 of the FCC Rules imposes RF emission limits
on receivers.
This radio complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the condition that this device
does not cause harmful interference.
Unapproved modifications or changes
to radio
The radio is designed to satisfy the applicable
compliance regulations. Do not make modifications or
changes to the radio that are not expressly approved by
Tait Electronics Ltd. Failure to do so could invalidate
compliance requirements and void the user’s authority
to operate the radio.
USA public safety bands
(764–776MHz and 794–806MHz)
Part 90R of the FCC Title 47 of the Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR) deals with the use of frequencies in
the 764 to 776MHz and 794 to 806MHz bands.
Low-power channels
This radio complies with §90.531 (b) (3) and
§90.531 (b) (4) of 47 CFR. These sections state that only
low-power transmission is permitted on the
following channels:
QRegional Planning channels, as defined in
§90.531 (b) (3).
QItinerant channels, as defined in §90.531 (b) (4).

For your safety v
For your safety
Use of encryption
This radio complies with §90.553 (a) of 47 CFR. This
states that:
QEncryption is not permitted on the nationwide
Interoperability calling channels. These channels are
defined in §90.531 (b) (1) (ii).
QRadios using encryption must have a readily accessi-
ble switch or control to allow the radio user to dis-
able encryption.
Frequency band reserved for
distress beacons
Frequency band 406 to 406.1 MHz is reserved for use by
distress beacons. Transmissions should not be made
within this frequency band.
Safe radio operation
Warning: Switch off the radio:
Qat petrol filling stations or near flammable liquids
or gases
Qin the vicinity of explosive devices and
blasting zones
Qbefore boarding an aircraft. Using your radio
while in the air is not permitted.
Using a handheld microphone or a radio while driving a
vehicle may violate the laws and legislation that apply in
your country or state. Please check the vehicle
regulations in your area.

vi For your safety
For your safety
Interference with electronic devices
Some electronic devices may be prone to malfunction
due to the lack of protection from RF energy that is
present when your radio is transmitting.
Examples of electronic devices that may be affected by
RF energy are:
Qvehicular electronic systems such as fuel injection,
anti-skid brakes, and cruise control
Qmedical devices such as hearing aids
and pacemakers
Qmedical equipment in hospitals or health
care facilities.
Consult the manufacturer (or its representative) of the
equipment to determine whether these electronic
circuits will perform normally when the radio
is transmitting.

Menu map vii
Menu map
Menu map

viii Radio controls
Radio controls
Radio controls
For more information about the radio controls, see
“About your radio” on page 7.
.
display
PTT key
(press-to-talk)
scroll keys
alphanumeric
keys
speaker /
microphone
power / volume
control
channel selector
status LED
right selection key
left selection key
top key
(function key 3)
3-way selector
control
side keys
(function
keys 1 & 2)

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Contents
Contents
Chassis engraving will void warranty ............................... i
To our European customers ............................................ i
For your safety ................................................................ii
Radio frequency exposure information ........................ ii
Using this radio ....................................................... ii
Controlling your exposure to RF energy ................... ii
Compliance with RF energy exposure standards ..... iii
Radio frequency emissions limits in the USA ............... iv
Unapproved modifications or changes to radio........... iv
USA public safety bands .............................................iv
Frequency band reserved for distress beacons............. iv
Safe radio operation................................................... iv
Interference with electronic devices ............................. v
Menu map .................................................................... vii
Radio controls .............................................................. viii
1 About this guide .......................................... 1
Safety warnings used in this guide ................................. 1
Feedback about this guide ............................................. 1
Changes to this guide .................................................... 1
Related documentation .................................................. 1
Copyright information ................................................... 2
Disclaimer ...................................................................... 2
2 Before first use of your radio...................... 3
Charging the battery before first use ............................. 4
Attaching a battery ........................................................ 5
Attaching the antenna ................................................... 5
Attaching a belt clip ....................................................... 5
Fitting a speaker microphone ......................................... 6
Removing the protective cover ................................... 6
Attaching the accessory connector ............................. 6
3 About your radio ......................................... 7
About your digital radio ................................................. 8
Lack of static noise ..................................................... 8
Coverage ................................................................... 8
Basic operation .............................................................. 9

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Turning your radio on and off .................................. 10
Adjusting the volume ............................................... 10
About the channel selector ...................................... 10
Using function keys to access frequently used features 11
Three-way selector control ....................................... 11
Emergency key......................................................... 11
Viewing your function key settings........................... 12
Understanding the radio display .................................. 13
Using the menus to access settings and features .......... 14
Selection keys .......................................................... 14
Scroll keys ................................................................ 14
Accessing the main menu ........................................ 15
Accessing frequently used menus............................. 16
Using the scroll key Quick Access menu ............... 16
Using the left selection key Quick Access menu.... 17
Understanding the radio indicators .............................. 18
Audible tones........................................................... 18
Status indicators....................................................... 20
4 Making and receiving calls ....................... 21
Making calls ................................................................ 22
Selecting a zone....................................................... 22
Selecting a channel .................................................. 23
Using the channel selector ................................... 23
Using the Main menu .......................................... 23
Using a function key ............................................ 23
Using the keypad ................................................. 23
Limiting call time (transmit timer) ............................. 24
Understanding talkgroups ........................................ 24
Making a talkgroup call ....................................... 25
Selecting a talkgroup ........................................... 25
Making an emergency call........................................ 25
Making an individual call.......................................... 25
Using the Main menu .......................................... 25
Using a function key ............................................ 26
Receiving calls ............................................................. 26
Identifying a caller (talking party ID) ......................... 26
Turning talking party ID off and on ...................... 26
Communicating directly with other radios ................... 27
Turning repeater talkaround on and off ................... 27
Using the Main menu .......................................... 27
Using a function key ............................................ 28

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Call alert paging .......................................................... 29
Sending a call alert page .......................................... 29
Answering a call alert page ...................................... 29
Checking missed calls .................................................. 30
Checking that the channel is clear (monitor) ................ 31
Turning monitor on and off...................................... 31
Using the Main menu........................................... 31
Using a function key ............................................ 31
5 Listening to channel traffic ....................... 32
Scanning a group of channels ...................................... 33
Understanding the different types of scanning ......... 33
Selecting a scan group ............................................. 33
Using a function key ............................................ 33
Using the Main menu........................................... 34
Making a call while scanning.................................... 34
About nuisance delete.............................................. 35
Removing a channel from a scan group................ 35
Editing a background scan group ............................. 35
Adding a channel to your background scan group 36
Removing a channel from your background
scan group ............................................................. 37
Hearing faint and noisy signals ..................................... 38
Turning squelch override on and off ......................... 38
Using the Main menu........................................... 38
Using a function key ............................................ 38
6 Sending and receiving messages.............. 39
About messages .......................................................... 40
Sending a message................................................... 40
Checking received messages .................................... 41
Informing other radio users of your status .................... 42
Sending a status update ........................................... 42
Requesting a status update ...................................... 43
7 Safeguarding you and your radio ............ 44
Locking and unlocking the keypad ............................... 45
About emergency calls ................................................. 46
Making a priority call................................................ 46
Using the Main menu........................................... 46
Using a function key ............................................ 46

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Understanding emergency mode.............................. 47
Stealth and non-stealth emergency modes ........... 47
What happens during an emergency call?............ 48
Making an emergency call ................................... 49
8 Charging and caring for batteries ............ 50
Removing the battery .................................................. 51
About your charger ..................................................... 52
About battery charging ............................................... 53
Low battery warning ................................................ 53
Optimal charging temperature ................................. 53
Charging the battery................................................ 54
Receiving and making calls while charging ............... 55
Maintaining battery life and performance .................... 56
Battery safety vent ................................................... 56
Storing batteries .......................................................... 57
Using nickel-based batteries after storage ................ 57
Disposing of batteries .................................................. 57
9 Troubleshooting ........................................ 58
Troubleshooting .......................................................... 59
Error messages......................................................... 59
When your radio won’t turn on................................ 60
Removing a belt clip................................................. 60
Checking the version of your radio........................... 61
Troubleshooting your charger .................................. 61
General care ................................................................ 62
Cleaning the radio ................................................... 62
10 Customizing your radio............................. 63
About display and keypad backlighting ........................ 64
Turning backlighting on or off.................................. 64
Using the Main menu .......................................... 64
Using a function key ............................................ 65
Adjusting the display contrast ...................................... 65
Extending battery life on a shift ................................... 66
Turning low power transmit on and off.................... 66
Using the Main menu .......................................... 66
Using a function key ............................................ 67
Customizing the audible alert tone settings ................. 68
Changing the volume of all audible tones ................ 68

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Using the Main menu........................................... 68
Using a function key ............................................ 69
Changing the keypress volume................................. 69
Using the Main menu........................................... 69
Using a function key ............................................ 69
Turning off radio controls and keypress tones (quiet op-
eration) .................................................................... 70
Using the Main menu........................................... 70
Using a function key ............................................ 70
Hearing only channel traffic (silent operation)........... 71
Using the Main menu........................................... 71
Using a function key ............................................ 71
11 Glossary ...................................................... 72
Licence agreement ..................................... 75
Index ............................................................ 77

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About this guide 1
About this guide
1 About this guide
This user’s guide provides information about the
TP9155 and TP9160 portable radios.
Safety warnings used in this guide
Within this user’s guide, the following warnings are
used to alert you to important safety information:
Warning: There is a potential risk of death or serious
injury.
Caution: There is the risk of minor or moderate injury
to people.
Caution: There is a risk of equipment damage or mal-
function.
Feedback about this guide
Your feedback about this user’s guide is welcomed.
Please send your questions, comments, or suggestions
to Technical Support ([e-mail]) or the
Technical Support Manager, Tait Electronics Limited, PO
Box 1645, Christchurch, New Zealand.
Changes to this guide
In the interests of improving the performance, reliability,
or servicing of the equipment, Tait Electronics Ltd
reserves the right to update both the equipment or this
user’s guide, without prior notice.
Related documentation
The following documentation is also available for your
Tait radio, which you can access from the Tait Technical
Support website (http://support.taitworld.com/):
QTP9100 Battery Care and Charging Guide—supplied
with each battery and charger. (The same informa-

2 Copyright information
About this guide
tion is in the section “Charging and caring for bat-
teries” on page 50.)
QTP9100 Product Safety and Compliance Informa-
tion—supplied with each radio. (The same informa-
tion is included in this user guide.)
Copyright information
All information contained in this user’s guide is the
property of Tait Electronics Limited. All rights are
reserved. These manuals may not, in whole or in part, be
copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, stored, or
reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable
form, without prior written permission from Tait
Electronics Limited. All trade names referenced are the
service mark, trademark, or registered trademark of the
respective manufacturers.
Disclaimer
There are no warranties extended or granted by this
manual. Tait Electronics Limited accepts no
responsibility for damage arising from use of the
information contained in this guide or of the equipment
and software it describes. It is the responsibility of the
user to ensure that use of such information, equipment
and software complies with the laws, rules and
regulations of the applicable jurisdictions.

Before first use of your radio 3
Before first use of your radio
2 Before first use of your
radio
Once you have unpacked your radio, there are a few
tasks you must do before you can use it. The most
important of these is to charge your battery for the first
time—allow 14 hours for this.
This section covers:
QCharging the battery before first use
QAttaching a battery
QAttaching the antenna
QAttaching a belt clip
QFitting a speaker microphone

4 Charging the battery before first use
Before first use of your radio
Charging the battery before
first use
Before using your battery for the first time, you must
charge it for 14 hours (subsequent charges should be
complete in 2 hours or less). This first charge is
important because it prepares (‘primes’) the battery for
use. The battery may take 2-3 shifts (charge/discharge
cycles) to reach maximum capacity.
Note: Charging is best performed at temperatures
between 50 °F (10 °C) and 77 °F (25 °C) and will start
only when the temperature of the battery is between
41°F (5°C) and 95°F (35°C).
1Ensure that the charger is connected to the correct
Tait power adaptor.
2Put the battery in the charger.
The red ‘Charging’ LED glows to indicate that the
battery is being charged.
Note: If the amber ‘Fault’ LED lights up, refer to
“Troubleshooting your charger” on page 61.)
3Leave the battery in the charger for 14 hours.When
the green ‘Ready’ LED on the charger glows, the
battery is ready for use.
You can safely leave the battery in the charger when
charging is complete—the charger will not overcharge
the battery.
For further information on batteries, see “Charging and
caring for batteries” on page 50.