TMC Radio SRP9180 User manual

SRP9180 / SRP9170 P25
Portable Radio
P25 User Manual
TNM-U-E-0091 V1 4
August 2009
TMC Radio Pty. Ltd.
1270 Ferntree Gully Road
Scoresby
Victoria, 179
Australia
ISO9001 Lic.QEC20848
SAI Global

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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 MPT1 27 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 TMC Radio product, contact
TMC Radio on [phone] or send a Fax on [phone].
The TMC Radio web site also has a comprehensive list of documentation available for
download.
http://www.tmcradio.com
About This Document
This publication is copyright and no part may be reproduced without prior permission of TMC
Radio.
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.
TMC Radio 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-9180BATL i .
• 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 50 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 TMC
Radio 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 TMC Radio IECEx Intrinsically Safe trained staff, at locations that have
been IECEx approved. Please contact the TMC Radio Help Desk on 1 00 6 607 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
1 INTRODUCTION 8
1 1 Overview 8
1 2 Configuration 8
1 3 Modes of SRP9180 P25 Operation 8
2 CONTROLS 9
3 MENU SYSTEM 11
3 1 Menu Navigation 12
4 MENU SCREENS 14
4 1 Channel Screen 14
4 2 Menus 16
4.2.1 Zone........................................................................................................ 16
4.2.2 Squelch ................................................................................................... 18
4.2. 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 ..................................................................................................... 1
4.2.1 Setup....................................................................................................... 1
4.2.14 Stored Calls............................................................................................. 2
4.2.15 Messages................................................................................................
4.2.16 Scan Edit Menu....................................................................................... 42
4.2.17 No Menu.................................................................................................. 44
5 COMMON FUNCTIONS AND FACILITIES 45
5.1.1 Switch-On/Switch-Off .............................................................................. 45
5.1.2 Default Screen –Trunked Mode .............................................................. 45
5.1. 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
5.1.1 Encryption ............................................................................................... 50
5.1.14 Emergency Alarm.................................................................................... 51

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6 SPECIAL 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
7 ACCESSORIES 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
8 ALERT TONES AND MESSAGES 57
9 GLOSSARY 58
10 COMPLIANCE WITH RF ENERGY EXPOSURE GUIDELINES (UNITED
STATES AND CANADA) 60

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1 INTRODUCTION
1 1 O VERVIEW
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 C
ONFIGURATION
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 M
ODES OF
SRP9180 P25 O
PERATION
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 #
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 F 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
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.