Tyco Electronics BML 161 67/2 User manual

Operator/Installation Manual
AE/LZT 123 3256/1
Rev. H, Mar/07
Vehicular Charger
BML 161 67/2 M-RK™
BML 161 67/22 Prism™HP/LPE™-200/LPE-50
BML 161 67/62 JAGUAR™700P/Pi/P7100IP
BML 161 67/162 JAGUAR 700P/Pi/P7100IP Dual Position

MANUAL REVISION HISTORY
REV DATE REASON FOR CHANGE
G Jan/06 Updated Dip Switch settings.
H Mar/07 Updated rapid and trickle charging information and
safety symbol conventions.
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This product conforms to the European Union WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC. Do not dispose
of this product in a public landfill. This product should be taken to a recycling center at the
end of its life.
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M-RK, Prism, LPE, and JAGUAR are trademarks of M/A-COM, Inc.
All other brand and product names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their
respective holders.
NOTICE!
This manual covers M/A-COM products manufactured and sold by M/A-COM, Inc.
Repairs to this equipment should be made only by an authorized service technician or facility
designated by the supplier. Any repairs, alterations or substitution of recommended parts made by
the user to this equipment not approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment in addition to the manufacturer’s warranty.
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to this manual necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or
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M/A-COM, Inc.
Copyright ©1997-2007, M/A-COM, Inc., All rights reserved.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page
1SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS .......................................5
2SAFETY INFORMATION..........................................................6
2.1 SAFE DRIVING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
USERS OF MOBILE RADIOS RECOMMENDED BY
AAA...................................................................................7
2.2 OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS.................7
2.3 OPERATING TIPS............................................................8
3INTRODUCTION........................................................................9
3.1 FEATURES .....................................................................10
4INSTALLATION........................................................................11
4.1 STEP 1 - UNPACK AND CHECK THE EQUIPMENT.11
4.2 STEP 2 - LOCATE THE TOOLS REQUIRED...............12
4.3 STEP 3 - PLAN THE INSTALLATION.........................12
4.4 STEP 4 - CONFIGURE THE CHARGER ......................12
4.4.1 Accessing the DIP Switches..........................................12
4.4.2 Switches 1 – 6...............................................................13
4.4.3 Switch 7: Charge Rate................................................... 13
4.4.4 Switch 8: Radio Select..................................................14
4.5 STEP 5 - INSTALL POWER CABLE ............................15
4.5.1 Connecting to a Switched Power Source......................16
4.5.2 Vehicular Repeater Enable/Disable ..............................17
4.6 STEP 6 - MOUNT THE UNIT........................................18
5OPERATION..............................................................................20
5.1 STEP 1 - UNDERSTANDING THE LED
INDICATORS AND CONTROLS..................................21
5.2 STEP 2 - INSERTING THE RADIO IN THE
CHARGER.......................................................................22
5.3 STEP 3 - SECURING OR LATCHING THE RADIO
IN THE CHARGER.........................................................23
5.4 STEP 4 - RELEASING/REMOVING RADIO FROM
THE CHARGER..............................................................24
5.5 BATTERY CHARGER DETAILS..................................24
5.6 HIGH/LOW INTERNAL BATTERY
TEMPERATURE.............................................................25
6WARRANTY..............................................................................26

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TABLE OF FIGURES Page
FIGURE 4-1: 1.5 AMP CHARGE RATE...........................................14
FIGURE 4-2: 750 MILLIAMP CHARGE RATE...............................14
FIGURE 4-3: SETTING FOR M-RK RADIOS..................................14
FIGURE 4-4: SETTING FOR PRISM HP/LPE-200/LPE-50/
JAGUAR 700P/PI/P7100IP RADIOS....................................14
FIGURE 4-5: STANDARD POWER CABLE (RPM 113 2864/1).....15
FIGURE 4-6: POWER CABLE INSTALLATION DIAGRAM ........16
FIGURE 4-7: SWITCHED POWER SUPPLY INSTALLATION
DIAGRAM............................................................................17
FIGURE 4-8: REPEATER INSTALLATION DIAGRAM ................18
FIGURE 4-9: MOUNTING THE CHARGER....................................19
FIGURE 5-1: FRONT VIEW OF VEHICULAR CHARGER............21
FIGURE 5-2: LATCH RADIO/BATTERY IN CHARGER...............23
FIGURE 5-3: RELEASE RADIO/BATTERY FROM CHARGER....24
TABLES
TABLE 3-1: PRODUCT NUMBERS...................................................9
TABLE 4-1: FACTORY DEFAULT DIP SWITCH SETTINGS.......13

1 SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS
The following conventions are used to alert the user to general safety
precautions that must be observed during all phases of operation,
service, and repair of this product. Failure to comply with these
precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere violates safety
standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the product.
M/A-COM, Inc. assumes no liability for the customer's failure to
comply with these standards.
The WARNING symbol calls attention to a procedure,
practice, or the like, which, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in personal injury. Do not
proceed beyond a WARNING symbol until the conditions
identified are fully understood or met.
The CAUTION symbol calls attention to an operating
procedure, practice, or the like, which, if not performed
correctly or adhered to, could result in a risk of danger,
damage to the equipment, or severely degrade the equipment
performance.
CAUTION
The NOTE symbol calls attention to supplemental
information, which may improve system performance or
clarify a process or procedure.
The ESD symbol calls attention to procedures, practices, or
the like, which could expose equipment to the effects of
Electro-Static Discharge. Proper precautions must be taken to
prevent ESD when handling circuit modules.
The electrical hazard symbol indicates there is an
electrical hazard present.
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2 SAFETY INFORMATION
The operator of any mobile radio should be aware of certain hazards common
to the operation of vehicular radio transmissions. A list of several possible
hazards is given:
1. Explosive Atmospheres - Just as it is dangerous to fuel a vehicle
with the motor running, similar hazards exist when operating a
mobile radio, be sure to turn the power to the radio OFF while
fueling the vehicle. Do not carry containers of fuel in the trunk of the
vehicle if the radio is mounted in the trunk.
2. Interference to Vehicular Electronics Systems - Electronic fuel
injection systems, electronic anti-skid braking systems, electronic
cruise control systems, etc., are typical electronic systems that may
malfunction due to the lack of protection from radio frequency
energy present when transmitting. If the vehicle contains such
equipment, consult the dealership and enlist their aid in determining
the expected performance of electronic circuits when the radio is
transmitting.
3. Electric Blasting Caps - To prevent accidental detonation of electric
blasting caps, DO NOT use two-way radios within 1000 feet of
blasting operations. Always obey the "Turn Off Two-Way Radios"
signs posted where electric blasting caps are being used. (OSHA
Standard: 1926.900).
4. Radio Frequency Energy - To prevent burns or related physical
injury from radio frequency energy, do not operate the transmitter
when anyone outside of the vehicle is within two feet of the antenna.
5. Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Gas Powered Vehicles - Mobile radio
installations in vehicles powered by liquefied petroleum gas with the
LP gas container in the trunk or other sealed-off space within the
interior of the vehicle must conform to the National Fire Protection
Association standard (NFPA)58 requiring:
a) The space containing the radio equipment shall be isolated
by a seal from the space containing the LP gas container and
its fittings.
b) Outside filling connections shall be used for the LP gas
container.
c) The LP gas container shall be vented to the outside of the
vehicle.

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2.1 SAFE DRIVING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
USERS OF MOBILE RADIOS RECOMMENDED BY
AAA
•Read the literature on the safe operation of the radio.
•Keep both hands on the steering wheel and the microphone in its
hanger whenever the vehicle is in motion.
•Place calls only when the vehicle is stopped.
•When talking from a moving vehicle is unavoidable, drive in the
slower lane. Keep conversations brief.
•If a conversation requires taking notes or complex thought, stop the
vehicle in a safe place and continue the call.
•Whenever using a mobile radio exercise caution.
2.2 OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS
Two-way FM radio systems must be operated in accordance with the rules
and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). As an
operator of two-way radio equipment, you must be thoroughly familiar with
the rules that apply to your particular type of radio operation. Following these
rules helps eliminate confusion, assures the most efficient use of the existing
radio channels, and results in a smoothly functioning radio network. When
using your two-way radio, remember these rules:
1. It is a violation of FCC rules to interrupt any distress or emergency
message. As your radio operates in much the same way as a
telephone "party line", always listen to make sure that the channel
is clear before transmitting. Emergency calls have priority over all
other messages. If someone is sending an emergency message - such
as reporting a fire or asking for help in an accident - KEEP OFF
THE AIR!
2. The use of profane or obscene language is prohibited by Federal law.
3. It is against the law to send false call letters or false distress or
emergency messages. The FCC requires that you keep conversations
brief and confine them to business. To save time, use coded
messages whenever possible.
4. Using your radio to send personal messages (except in an
emergency) is a violation of FCC rules. You may send only those
messages that are essential for the operation of your business.
5. It is against Federal law to repeat or otherwise make known anything
you overhear on your radio. Conversations between others sharing
your channel must be regarded as confidential.

6. The FCC requires that you identify yourself at certain specific times
by means of your call letters. Refer to the rules that apply to your
particular type of operation for the proper procedure.
7. No changes or adjustments shall be made to the equipment except
authorized or certified electronic technician.
Under U.S. law, operation of an unlicensed radio transmitter within the
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urisdiction of the United States may be punishable by a fine of up to
$10,000, imprisonment for up to two years, or both.
IMPORTANT
2.3 OPERATING TIPS
The following conditions tend to reduce the effective range of two-way radios
and should be avoided whenever possible:
•Operating the radio in areas of low terrain, or while under power
lines or bridges.
•Obstructions such as mountains and buildings.
In areas where transmission or reception is poor, some improvement may be
obtained by insuring that the antenna is vertical. Moving a few yards in
another direction or moving to a higher elevation may also improve
communication.
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3 INTRODUCTION
The Vehicular Charger (VC),is designed to be vehicle mounted. The VC,
product numbers BML 161 67/2, BML 161 67/22 and BML 161 67/62, will
charge Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) type battery packs for all models of the
Prism™ HP, LPE™-200, LPE-50, M-RK™, JAGUAR™ 700P/Pi and P7100IP
radios. The VC, product number BML 161 67/162, will charge Nickel
Cadmium (NiCd) and Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries for the JAGUAR
700P/Pi and P7100IP radios.
The VC model BML 161 67/162 contains a Dual Position feature, which has
two sets of battery charging contacts. If a speaker/microphone is attached to
the radio before being inserted into the VC, the radio is configured in the First
Position mode, which charges the radio battery through the first set of battery
charging contacts. The radio will remain operational while charging using the
radio antenna and the speaker/microphone.
Use only speaker/microphones KRY 101 1617/185, KRY 101
1617/186 or KRY 101 1617/385 or equivalent with VC model
BML 161 67/162. Using any other speaker/ microphone
attached to the radio will cause severe damage to the charger,
radio and/or speaker/microphone.
If a speaker/microphone is not attached to the radio before it is inserted into
the VC (BML 161 67/162) the radio is configured in the Second Position
mode and the second set of battery charging contacts allows the radio operate
and function like VC BML 161 67/2, BML 161 67/22 and BML 161 67/62,
which allows the VC to latch directly to the UDC of the radio.
Four models of the VC are available, and differentiated by the type of insert
provided. The insert (or sleeve) is the part of the charger where the radio is
placed to charge the battery pack. See Table 3-1 for a list of the Vehicle
Charger product numbers and corresponding radio product for each.
Table 3-1: Product Numbers
PRODUCT # USED FOR
BML 161 67/2 M-RK Radios
BML 161 67/22 Prism HP/LPE-200/LPE-50 Radios
JAGUAR 700P/Pi/P7100IP RadiosBML 161 67/62
BML 161 67/162 JAGUAR 700P/Pi/P7100IP Radios Dual Position
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3.1 FEATURES
•Fast Charge
•Charge and Ready Indicator Lights
•Auto-Restart Charging
•Vehicular Repeater enable/disable circuit (see note below)
•Switched or Ignition Sense Power (see note below)
A modification to the standard power cable is required to
support Vehicular Repeater enable/disable and Ignition Sense
Power. See STEP 4 - INSTALL POWER CABLE on page 12.
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