Tait TP9600 User manual

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TP9600 P25 Portable Radio
User's Guide

1 Contents
Contact Information 7
About This Guide 8
Scope of Manual 8
Alerts 8
Associated Documentation 8
Acronyms 9
Publication Record 9
1 For your safety 10
Radio frequency exposure information 10
Radio frequency emissions limits in theUSA 11
Radio frequency emissions limits in Canada 11
USA public safety bands (764–776MHzand794–806MHz) 12
EMC regulatory compliance in Australia 12
Frequency band reserved for distressbeacons 12
Health, safety and electromagnetic compatibility inEurope 12
Interference with electronic devices 13
Potentially explosive atmospheres and blasting areas 13
Radio installation and operation in vehicles 14
Vehicle charger installation and operation 14
Multicharger safety information 14
Electromagnetic compatibility in European vehicles 15
Unapproved modifications or changes toradio 15
2 Before Using the Radio 17
For your safety — battery warning 17
Attaching labels to the radio or battery 18
Attaching a label to the front panel 18
Charging the battery before first use 20
Attaching the battery 20
Removing the battery 21
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Attaching the antenna 21
Removing the antenna 21
Attaching a belt clip 22
Removing a belt clip 22
Installing an audio accessory 22
3 Getting Started 24
About Your Radio 24
About the Radio Controls 25
Understanding the Radio Display 27
Understanding the Radio Indicators 28
Using Function Keys to Access Frequently Used Features 30
Navigating the Radio's Menus 31
Accessing Frequently Used Menus 32
4 Basic Operation 33
Turning the Radio On and Off 33
Adjusting the Speaker Volume 34
Locking and Unlocking the Keypad 34
Using a Wireless Headset 34
Wearing the Headset 35
Pairing and disconnecting a wireless headset with the radio 35
Managing your headsets 36
Limiting Call Time 37
Checking Recent Calls 37
Setting and Viewing the Radio's Time and Date 37
5 Operating in Conventional Mode 39
Selecting a Zone 39
Selecting a Channel 40
Understanding Talkgroups 42
Making a Call 43
Making an Individual Call 43
Making a Local Call 44

Making a DTMF Patch Call 45
Setting your Status 47
Communicating Directly with Other Radios 47
Checking That the Channel is Clear 48
Using the Radio in Different Repeater Areas 48
Hearing Faint and Noisy Signals 49
6 Operating in P25 Trunking Mode 50
About P25 Trunking 50
Checking That the System is Available 50
Making a Talkgroup Call 51
Receiving a Talkgroup Call 52
Making an Individual Call 53
Receiving an Individual Call 53
Emergency Calls 53
Making a Phone Call 54
Unconnected Calls 55
Failsoft Mode Operation 56
Dynamic Regrouping 57
7 Scanning 58
About Scanning 58
Activating Standard Scanning 59
Activating Background Scanning 59
Activating In-Zone Scanning 60
Activating Talkgroup Scanning 60
Making a Call While Scanning 61
Suspending a Channel From a Scan Group 61
Editing a Scan Group 61
8 P25 Services 64
Call Alert 64
Messages 65
Radio Check 66
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Radio Inhibit and Uninhibit 66
Radio Unit Monitor 67
Status Request 68
Status Update 68
9 Location Services 70
About Location Information 70
About Location Statuses 70
Viewing Location Information 71
10 Emergency Operation 73
About Emergency Calls 73
Making a Priority Call 73
Standard Emergency Mode 74
About Manual Emergency Operation 75
Accessing Emergency Location Information 76
11 Loneworker Monitoring 78
Activating Loneworker Monitoring 78
Responding to a Loneworker Alarm 79
12 Encryption 80
About Encryption 80
Encrypting Calls 80
Making an Encrypted Call 81
Receiving an Encrypted Call 81
Changing the Radio's Encryption Key 81
Removing Encryption Keys from the Radio 82
Updating Encryption Keys Over-The-Air 83
13 Customizing Radio Settings 84
Extending Battery Life on Shift 84
Changing the Color Mode 85
Changing the Volume of all Audible Indicators 86
Changing the Volume of Keypress Tones 86

Changing to Quiet Operation 87
Changing to Silent Operation 88
Turning On Active Noise Cancellation 88
Turning on Backlighting 89
Rotating the Display 90
14 Charging and Caring for Batteries 91
About the Chargers 91
6-Way Charger Safety Information 92
Before Using the Charger 93
Charging Temperatures 93
Leaving the Battery on Charge 94
Receiving Calls while Charging 94
Low Battery Warning 94
Inserting the Radio into the Vehicle Charger 95
Charging a Battery 95
LED Behavior 96
Removing the Battery from the Charger 97
Maintaining Battery Life and Performance 97
Storing Batteries 97
Disposing of Batteries 97
15 Troubleshooting 98
The Radio Won't Turn On 98
Identifying the Radio's Audible Tones 98
Viewing Radio Information 98
General Care 99
Running Diagnostic Tests 100
Simplified Declaration of Conformity 102
Tait Software License Agreement 106
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Tait Communications
Corporate Head Office
Tait International Limited
P.O. Box 1645
Christchurch
New Zealand
For the address and telephone number of regional offices, refer to
our website: www.taitradio.com
Copyright and Trademarks
All information contained in this document is the property of Tait
International Limited. Allrights reserved. Thisdocument 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 International Lim-
ited.
The word TAIT and the TAIT logo are trademarks of Tait Inter-
national 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 document. Tait
International Limited accepts no responsibility for damage arising
from use of the information contained in the document 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 jur-
isdictions.
Enquiries and Comments
If you have any enquiries regarding this document, or any comments,
suggestions and notifications of errors, please contact your regional
Tait office.
Updates of Manual and Equipment
In the interests of improving the performance, reliability or servicing
of the equipment, Tait International Limited reserves the right to
update the equipment or this document or both without priornotice.
Intellectual Property Rights
This product may be protected by one or more patents or designs of
Tait International Limited together with their international equi-
valents, pending patent or design applications, and registered trade
marks: NZ409837, NZ409838, NZ415277, NZ415278,
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NZ700387, NZ708662, NZ710766, NZ711325 , NZ726313,
NZ733434, NZ593887, AU2015215962, AU339127, AU339391,
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GB1710543.8, GB2532863, US14/834609 Div. no 1,
US15/346518 Div.no 2, US15/350332, US15/387026 Div.,
US29/614639, US62/713910, US62/729478, US62/730107,
US62/767041, US62/781642, US62/778238, US9794940 Div.
no 1, US20150085799, US20160044572, US20160057051,
US20170142646, US20170055267 Div. no 2, US20180006844,
US640974, US640977, US698339, US702666, US7758996,
US8902804, US9107231, US9504034, US9559967.
This product may also be made under license under one or more of
the following patents:
- US7203207, AU2004246135, CA2527142, GB2418107,
HK1082608, MY134526, US8306071
- US7339917, AU2004246136, CA2526926, GB2418812,
MY134217
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JP4690397, NZ551231, KR100869043, RU2351080,
BRP10512052, MXPA06015241
- US 7200129, AU2005226531, CA2558551, CN1930809,
GB2429378, JP4351720, BRP10508671, NZ549124, KR848483,
RU2321952
The AMBE+2™ voice coding Technology embodied in this product
is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights,
copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. This voice
coding Technology is licensed solely for use within this Com-
munications Equipment. The user of this Technology is explicitly pro-
hibited from attempting to decompile, reverse engineer, or
disassemble the Object Code, or in any other way convert the Object
Code into a human-readable form.
Environmental Responsibilities
Tait International Limited is an environmentally responsible com-
pany which supports waste minimization, material
recovery and restrictions in the use of hazardous
materials.
TheEuropean Union’s Waste Electrical and Elec-
tronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive requires that this
product be disposed of separately from the general
waste stream when its service life is over. For more
information about how to dispose of your unwanted Tait product,
visit the Tait WEEE website at www.taitradio.com/weee. Please be
environmentally responsible and dispose through the original sup-
plier, or contact Tait International Limited.
Tait International Limited also complies with the Restriction of the
Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (RoHS) Directive in the European Union.
In China, we comply with the Measures for Administration of the
Pollution Control of Electronic Information Products. We will com-
ply with environmental requirements in other markets as they are
introduced.
Contact Information

About This Guide
Scope of Manual
This manual provides information about all TP9600 P25 Portable Radios.
The radio behavior described in this guide applies to radios with firmware 2.17. To check the radio's firmware version,
see "Viewing Radio Information" on page98. If the radio does not operate as expected, please contact the radio
provider for assistance.
Alerts
Please follow exactly any instruction that appears in the text as an ‘alert’. An alert provides necessary safety
information as well as instructions about the proper use of the product. This manual uses the following types of alert:
Warning. This alert is used when there is a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Caution This alert is used when there is a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
Notice This alert is used to highlight information that is required to ensure procedures are performed
correctly. Incorrectly performed procedures could result in equipment damage or malfunction.
This alert is used to highlight significant information that may be required to ensure that you perform
procedures correctly, or to draw your attention to ways of doing things that can improve your effi-
ciency or effectiveness.
Associated Documentation
The following associated documentation for this product is available on the Tait support website.
• MPD-00002-xx TP8000/TP9000 Battery Charging Guide
• MTA-00011-xx TM8000/TP8000/TM9000/TP9000/TU2000 Safety and Compliance Information
• MPG-00004-xx TP9600 Specs Manual
• TD-0058-xx TP9500/TP9600 Operational Description
The characters xx represent the issue number of the documentation.
Technical notes are published from time to time to describe applications for Tait products, to provide technical details
not included in manuals, and to offer solutions to any problems that arise. Look for new or updated technical notes on
the Tait technical support website.
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Acronyms
Acroynym Definition
OTAP Over The Air Programming
OTAR Over The Air Rekeying
PTT Push To Talk
RSM Remote Speaker Microphone
SFE Software license key
UTM Universal Transverse Mercator
Publication Record
Issue Publication Date Description
2 July 2021
Updated scanning icon
Added information around colored
radios
1 December 2019 First release
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1 For your safety
Before using your radio, please read the following important safety and compliance information.
Radio frequency exposure information
For individual safety and to ensure compliance with the radio frequency (RF) exposure guidelines of the
United States Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC), Industry Canada, and those from other
administrations, please read the following information before using this radio.
Using this radio
This radio should only be used for work-related purposes (it is not authorized for any other use) and when the user is
fully aware of, and can exercise control over, exposure to RF energy. To prevent exceeding FCC RF exposure limits,
the user must control the amount and duration of RF that they and other people are exposedto.
It is also important that you:
• Do not remove the RF Exposure label from theradio.
• Ensure this RF exposure information accompanies the radio when it is transferred to otherusers.
• Do not use the radio if you do not adhere to the guidelines on controlling your exposure toRF.
Controlling exposure to RFenergy
This radio emits radio frequency (RF) energy or radio waves primarily when calls are made. RF is a form of elec-
tromagnetic 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 envir-
onments, follow theseguidelines:
• Do not talk (transmit) on the radio more than the rated transmit duty cycle. This is important because the radio
radiates more energy when it is transmitting than when it isreceiving.
• When listening and talking on the radio, hold it upright in front of your face so that it is at least one inch (2.5cm)
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.
• Keep the antenna at least one inch (2.5cm) from your face at alltimes.
• If 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 yourself to higher levels
of RF than recommended by the FCC’s occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits.
• Ensure you only use Tait-approved antennas, batteries, andaccessories.
For more information on what RF energy is and how to control your exposure to it, visit the FCC website at
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:
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• United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR §§ 1.1307,
1.1310, and 2.1093.
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
(IEEE)C95.1-1992.
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999Edition.
• European Directive 2004/40/EC on minimum health and safety requirements regarding the exposure of
workers to the risks arising from physical agents (electromagnetic fields).
This radio complies with the IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure envir-
onments at operating duty factors of up to 50% talk to 50%listen.
Conformité aux normes d’exposition à l’énergie RF
Cette radio émetteur-récepteur se conforme aux normes et aux règlements d’exposition à l’énergie RF:
• La Commission fédérale de la communication des Etats-Unis, Code de règlements fédéraux (CFR) Titre 47
Sections 1.1307, 1.1310 et 2.1091 (radios mobiles) ou 2.1093 (radios portatives).
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-
1992.
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 Edition.
• La directive européenne 2004/40/EC concernant les prescriptions minimales de sécurité et de santé relatives à
l'exposition des travailleurs aux risques dus aux agents physiques (champs électromagnétiques).
Cette radio se conforme aux limites d’exposition de l’IEEE (FCC) et ICNIRP pour les environnements d’exposition au
rayonnement RF professionnel et contrôlé aux cycles de marche de 50% en mode transmission et 50% en mode
réception.
Radio frequency emissions limits in theUSA
CFR Title 47 Part 15.19 (a) (1) - Receivers
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.
CFR Title 47 Part 15.19 (a) (3) - All other devices
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions. (1)This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)This device must accept any interference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired operation.
Radio frequency emissions limits in Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2)
l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
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USA public safety bands
(764–776MHzand794–806MHz)
The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 47 SubpartR 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 trans-
mission is permitted on the followingchannels:
• Regional Planning channels, as defined in §90.531(b)(3).
• Itinerant channels, as defined in §90.531(b)(4).
Use of encryption
This radio complies with §90.553 (a) of 47 CFR. This statesthat:
• Encryption is not permitted on the nationwide Interoperability calling channels. These channels are defined in
§90.531(b)(1)(ii).
• Radios using encryption must have a readily accessible switch or control to allow the radio user to
disableencryption.
EMC regulatory compliance in Australia
This product meets all ACMA regulatory requirements for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). For more information
about EMC compliance, visit the ACMA website at www.acma.gov.au.
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.
Health, safety and electromagnetic compatibility inEurope
In the European Community, radio and telecommunications equipment is regulated by Directive 2014/3/EU. The
requirements of this directive include protection of health and safety of users, as well as electromagnetic com-
patibility.
Intended purpose of product
This product is an FM radio transceiver. It is intended for radiocommunication in the Private Mobile Radio (PMR) or
Public Access Mobile Radio (PAMR) services, to be used in all member states of the European Union (EU) and
states within the European Economic Area (EEA).
Restrictions
This product can be programmed to transmit on frequencies that are not harmonized throughout the EU/EEA, and will
require a licence to operate in each member state.
This product can be programmed for frequencies or emissions that may make its use illegal. Where applicable, a
license must be obtained before this product is used. All license requirements must be observed. Limitations may
apply to transmitter power, operating frequency, channel spacing, and emission.
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Declaration of conformity
Brief Declarations of Conformity appear on page102 of this booklet. To download the formal declaration of con-
formity, go to www.taitradio.com/eudoc.
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:
• aircraft electronic systems
• vehicular electronic systems such as fuel injection, anti-skid brakes, and cruisecontrol
• medical devices such as pacemakers and hearing aids
• medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities.
Switch off the radio before boarding an aircraft. Using your radio while in the air is not permitted.
Consult the manufacturer (or its representative) of any such electronic devices to determine whether electronic cir-
cuits in those devices will perform normally when the radio istransmitting.
If you have a pacemaker:
• immediately turn off the radio if you suspect it is interfering with the pacemaker
• keep the radio at least 6 inches (15cm) from the pacemaker while the radio is on
• use the radio on the side opposite to the pacemaker to minimize interference
• never carry the radio in a breast pocket.
If there is interference between your hearing aid and the radio, please discuss an alternative solution with the hearing
aid manufacturer.
Potentially explosive atmospheres and blasting areas
Unless the radio is specifically certified for use in a potentially explosive atmo-
sphere, turn off the radio before entering such an atmosphere. An explosion could
cause serious injury or death. Examples of potentially explosive atmospheres
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include filling stations, and any environment where there are flammable liquids,
gases, or dusts.
Turn off the radio before approaching blasting caps, a blasting area, or any area
where you are instructed to turn off a two-way radio. Obey all signs and instruc-
tions. Interference with blasting operations could cause serious injury or death.
Radio installation and operation in vehicles
Keep the radio away from airbags and airbag deployment areas. Do not install,
charge, or place a radio near such areas. An activated airbag can propel a portable
radio with sufficient force to cause serious injury to vehicle occupants. An airbag
may not perform to specification if obstructed by a radio.
To avoid damage to existing wiring, airbags, fuel tanks, fuel and brake lines, or bat-
tery cables, refer to the installation guide for the radio, and to the vehicle man-
ufacturer’s manual, before installing electronic equipment in the vehicle.
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.
Vehicle charger installation and operation
For detailed instructions necessary to the safe installation and operation of the vehicle charger, please refer to the doc-
umentation supplied with the vehicle charger.
Multicharger safety information
This device must be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet.
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Norsk (no): Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt.
Suomi (fi): Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan.
Svenska (sv): Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag.
Electromagnetic compatibility in European vehicles
In the European Community, radio equipment fitted to automotive vehicles is regulated by UNECE Regulation R10
Revision 5 and its amendments. The requirements of this regulation cover the electromagnetic compatibility of
electricalor electronic equipment fitted to automotive vehicles.
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. Failure to do so could invalidate compliance requirements and void the
user’s authority to operate theradio.
Attaching of labels
Do not obstruct the vent hole on the battery or the vent hole on the radio chassis
label. If the vent on the battery is obstructed, the battery may explode, causing per-
sonal injury and/or damage to property. If the vent on the radio is obstructed,
audio quality and/or key function may deteriorate and radio seals may be dam-
aged.
Caution Tait recommends that you do not affix additional labels to the surfaces between the radio
chassis and the battery. The fit between these surfaces is intentionally firm and any added thickness
will damage the points of attachment between radio and battery. If you must attach a customized
label, use only a thin gummed paper label applied to the bottom 25% of the radio chassis label and/or
to the top 25% of the battery label. Do not obstruct the vent holes (see Warning above). Do not allow
the paper label to extend beyond the recessed label area or to conceal relevant product information.
Use of lithium-ion batteries
A damaged battery can cause an explosion or fire, and can result in personal
injury and/or property damage. To prevent personal injury and/or damage to prop-
erty, read the important safety information supplied with the battery.
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Short-circuiting battery contacts
Do not short-circuit the battery contacts, neither intentionally nor accidentally, e.g.
by placing the battery with conductive materials such as keys or jewelry inside a
pocket or container. Short-circuiting the battery contacts can heat up the con-
ductive material and cause personal injury and/or damage to property.
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2 Before Using the Radio
Once the radio has been unpacked, there are a few tasks that must be completed before use. The most important of
these is to charge the battery for the first time. Allow up to 3 hours for this.
This section covers:
Attaching labels to the radio or battery
Charging the battery before first use
Attaching the battery
Removing the battery
Attaching the antenna
Removing the antenna
Attaching a belt clip
Removing a belt clip
Installing an audio accessory
For your safety — battery warning
This radio uses a Lithium-ion battery. Ifthe battery is damaged or handled in an
unsafe manner, it can cause personal injury and/or damage to property. Read the
important safety information included with the battery.
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Attaching labels to the radio or battery
Do not cover the battery vent hole or the vent hole on the radio chassis. If the vent
on the battery is obstructed, the battery may explode, causing personal injury
and/or damage to property. If the vent on the radio is obstructed, audio quality
and/or key function may deteriorate and radio seals may be damaged.
Figure 2.1 Radio chassis and battery vent holes
Notice Tait recommends that additional labels are not applied to the surfaces between the radio
chassis and the battery. The fit between these surfaces is intentionally firm and any added thickness
will damage the points of attachment between radio andbattery.
If a customer requires a customized label, use only a thin gummed paper label with a maximum thickness of 1/32inch
(0.1mm). Attach the customized label in the spare label recess in the chassis (if available), or over an existing label.
The customized label may be applied to the bottom 25% of the radio chassis label and/or to the top 25% of the battery
label.
Do not obstruct the battery vent hole (see Warning above). Do not allow the paper label to extend beyond the
recessed label area or to conceal relevant product information.
Attaching a label to the front panel
If a customer requires an additional label, attach the label in the spare label recess in the bottom surface of the radio
front panel. In this position, the label is still visible while the battery is attached to the radio.
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Figure 2.2 Spare label recess
The diagram below shows the specified dimensions of the label.
Figure 2.3 Spare label dimensions
4-key models have a specially designed recess for custom labels.
Users can also stick labels over the top of the model label. This recess will accommodate 1/4" label maker labels.
Please ensure the labels have a suitable adhesive surface before application.
Figure 2.4 Location of model and custom labels
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Tait offers custom labelling for TP9600 P25 Portable Radios. Contact your Tait representative for
more information.
Charging the battery before first use
Before using the battery for the first time, it must be charged. Follow the instructions included with your Taitcharger.
This information is repeated in the section "Charging and Caring for Batteries" on page1.
For best charging performance, switch off the radio before placing it in the charger.
See Charging and Caring for Batteries for detailed instructions on how to charge your battery.
Li-ion batteries
Fully charge a Li-ion battery before using it for the first time. This will take up to 3 hours. It is not necessary to prime a
Li-ion battery.
Attaching the battery
Use only genuine Tait manufactured batteries with Tait radios. Fitting a battery
that is not Tait-approved may damage the radio or cause harm.
Notice Fit the bottom edge of the battery to the radio, then the top edge. Attempting to fit the top edge
first may damage the contacts.
1. Rotate the power/volume control switch counterclockwise to turn off the radio.
If the battery has been attached while the radio is turned on, turn the radio off and then on again before
use.
2. Holding the radio firmly, align the back of the battery with the back of the chassis.
3. Place the two lugs at the bottom edge of the battery into the two slots in the bottom of the front panel.
4. Lightly press the top of the battery towards the radio until the battery catch clicks.
5. Make sure that the battery is firmly in position.
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