Tyco Electronics M5300 Series User manual

Rhein Tech Laboratories, Inc. Client: M/A COM, Inc.
360 Herndon Parkway Model: M5300 900 MHz Mobile Radio
Suite 1400 ID’s: OWDTR-0049-E/3636B-0049
Herndon, VA 20170 Standards: Part 90/RSS-119
http://www.rheintech.com Report #: 2007163-001
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Appendix I: User Manual
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Operator’s Manual
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M5300 Series
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CREDITS
This device is made under license under one or more of the following US patents: 4,590,473; 4,636,791; 5,148,482;
5,185,796; 5,271,017; 5,377,229; 4,716,407; 4,972,460; 5,502,767; 5,146,497; 5,164,986; 5,185,795.
The 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. The user of this technology is explicitly prohibited from
attempting to decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the Object Code, or in any other way convert the Object Code into
human-readable form.
EDACS and OpenSky are registered trademarks of M/A-COM, Inc. ProVoice is a trademark of M/A-COM
All other brand and product names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their respective holders.
NOTICE!
This product conforms to the European Union WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC. Do not dispose of this product in a public landfill. Take it to a
recycling center at the end of its life.
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 substitutions 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.
This manual is published by M/A-COM, Inc., without any warranty. Improvements and changes to this manual necessitated by
typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by M/A-COM,
Inc., at any time and without notice. Such changes will be incorporated into new editions of this manual. No part of this manual may be
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Copyright©2007, M/A-COM, Inc. All rights reserved.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page
1SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTION....................................................................................................6
2RF ENERGY EXPOSURE INFORMATION .....................................................................................7
2.1 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS, CONTROL INFORMATION, AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE REQUIREMENTS ................................7
2.1.1 Federal Communications Commission Regulations........................................................7
2.2 COMPLIANCE WITH RF EXPOSURE STANDARDS.............................................................8
2.2.1 Mobile Antennas..............................................................................................................9
2.2.2 Approved Accessories.....................................................................................................9
2.2.3 Contact Information.........................................................................................................9
3OPERATION SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS............................................................................10
3.1 TRANSMITTER HAZARDS.....................................................................................................10
3.2 SAFE DRIVING RECOMMENDATIONS................................................................................10
4OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS..................................................................................11
4.1 OPERATING TIPS.....................................................................................................................11
5PRODUCT DESCRIPTION................................................................................................................12
5.1 REMOTE CONTROL HEAD OPERATION.............................................................................12
5.2 INTERCOM OPERATION ........................................................................................................12
6OPERATION........................................................................................................................................13
6.1 CH721 FRONT PANEL COMPONENTS .................................................................................13
6.2 POWER UP AND VOLUME CONTROL.................................................................................15
6.2.1 Power Up.......................................................................................................................15
6.2.2 Volume Control.............................................................................................................15
6.3 SELF-TEST.................................................................................................................................15
6.4 LOGIN TO THE NETWORK ....................................................................................................15
6.5 LOG OFF THE NETWORK.......................................................................................................16
6.6 TURNING THE RADIO OFF....................................................................................................16
6.7 MENU DISPLAY AND CONTROL AREA..............................................................................16
6.8 RADIO STATUS ICONS...........................................................................................................17
6.9 DWELL DISPLAY.....................................................................................................................17
6.10 PERSONALITY .........................................................................................................................17
6.10.1 Profiles...........................................................................................................................17
6.10.2 Talk Groups...................................................................................................................18
6.11 ALERT TONES..........................................................................................................................18
6.12 BASIC MENU STRUCTURE....................................................................................................19
6.13 DUAL-TONE MULTI-FREQUENCY.......................................................................................22
6.14 KEYPAD COMMANDS (SYSTEM MODEL CONTROL HEAD)..........................................22
6.14.1 Password Entry..............................................................................................................22
6.14.2 DTMF Overdial.............................................................................................................22
6.15 CHANGING THE ACTIVE PROFILE......................................................................................23
6.16 CHECKING OR CHANGING THE SELECTED TALK GROUP............................................23
6.17 ADJUSTING DISPLAY & BUTTON BACKLIGHT BRIGHTNESS......................................23
6.18 STEALTH MODE ......................................................................................................................23
6.18.1 Enabling Stealth Mode ..................................................................................................24
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6.18.2 Disabling Stealth Mode .................................................................................................24
6.19 ADJUSTING SIDE TONE AUDIO LEVEL..............................................................................24
6.20 CHANGE OPERATING MODE................................................................................................24
6.21 RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING VOICE CALLS............................................................25
6.21.1 Receiving a Voice Call..................................................................................................25
6.21.2 Transmitting a Voice Call..............................................................................................25
6.22 ADJUSTING AUDIO TREBLE LEVEL ...................................................................................25
6.23 INTERCOM MODE...................................................................................................................25
6.24 TALK GROUP LOCK OUT.......................................................................................................26
6.24.1 Lock Out a Talk Group..................................................................................................27
6.24.2 Unlock a Talk Group.....................................................................................................27
6.25 SCANNING................................................................................................................................27
6.25.1 Checking or Changing Active Scan Mode ....................................................................28
6.25.2 Scanning Priority...........................................................................................................28
6.26 MAKING SELECTIVE CALLS ................................................................................................29
6.26.1 Manually Dialing a Selective Call (System Model Control Head)................................29
6.26.2 Speed Dialing a Selective Call ......................................................................................30
6.26.3 Receiving a Selective Call.............................................................................................30
6.27 SELECTIVE ALERT..................................................................................................................30
6.27.1 Sending Selective Alert Messages.................................................................................30
6.27.2 Receiving Messages.......................................................................................................31
6.27.3 Defining Pre-Programmed Messages ............................................................................32
6.28 TELEPHONE INTERCONNECT CALLS (SYSTEM MODEL CONTROL HEAD)..............32
6.29 EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS......................................................................................32
6.29.1 Declaring an Emergency Call or Alert ..........................................................................33
6.29.2 Silent Emergency...........................................................................................................34
6.29.3 Clearing an Emergency Call or Alert ............................................................................34
6.29.4 Receiving an Emergency Call .......................................................................................34
6.29.5 Dismissing an Emergency Call......................................................................................35
6.30 ENCRYPTION ...........................................................................................................................35
6.30.1 Automatic Encryption....................................................................................................35
6.30.2 Manual Encryption (System Model) .............................................................................36
6.31 PRESET BUTTONS...................................................................................................................36
6.32 DYNAMIC REGROUPING.......................................................................................................37
6.33 GPS COORDINATES ................................................................................................................37
7BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................................................38
8TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE..............................................................................................................40
9KEYPAD REMAPPING......................................................................................................................41
10 WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................42
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FIGURES
Figure 6-1: System Model.......................................................................................................................13
Figure 6-2: Scan Model...........................................................................................................................13
Figure 6-3: Typical Display.....................................................................................................................17
Figure 6-4: Personality Structure Example .............................................................................................18
TABLES
Table 2-1: Rated Power and Recommended Minimum Safe Lateral Distance.........................................8
Table 6-1: Front Panel Default Controls and Functions..........................................................................14
Table 6-2: ICONS and Descriptions........................................................................................................17
Table 6-3: M5300 OpenSky Mode Alert Tones......................................................................................18
Table 6-4: Basic Menu Structure.............................................................................................................20
Table 6-5: Keypad Function Commands.................................................................................................22
Table 6-6: Scan Modes............................................................................................................................28
Table 6-7: Status of Selective Alert.........................................................................................................31
Table 7-1: Basic Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................38
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1 SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTION
The following conventions are used throughout this manual 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 in this manual 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.
CAUTION
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.
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.
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2 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE INFORMATION
2.1 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS, CONTROL INFORMATION,
AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE
REQUIREMENTS
Before using your mobile two-way radio, read this important RF energy awareness and control
information and operational instructions to ensure compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure
guidelines.
This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions, where users have full
knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over their exposure to meet FCC
limits. This radio device is NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or any
other use.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by M/A-COM, Inc. could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
This two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide
communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses RF energy or radio waves to send and
receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are not limited
to, electric power, sunlight, and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these other
forms of electromagnetic energy, which, when used improperly, can cause biological damage. Very high
levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic material.
Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry work with organizations to develop
standards for exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for
both workers and the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins
of protection. All two-way radios marketed in North America are designed, manufactured, and tested to
ensure they meet government established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also recommend
specific operating instructions to users of two-way radios. These instructions are important because they
inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it. Please refer
to the following websites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how to control your
exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits.
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html
http://www.osha.gov./SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html
2.1.1 Federal Communications Commission Regulations
Your M/A COM, Inc. M5300 mobile two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with the FCC RF
energy exposure limits for mobile two-way radios before it can be marketed in the United States. When
two-way radios are used as a consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of
and able to control their exposure to meet occupational requirements. Exposure awareness can be
facilitated by the use of a label directing users to specific user awareness information. Your M/A COM,
Inc. M5300 two-way radio has an RF exposure product label. Also, your M5300 Installation and
Operator’s Manuals include information and operating instructions required to control your RF exposure
and to satisfy compliance requirements.
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2.2 COMPLIANCE WITH RF EXPOSURE STANDARDS
Your MA/COM, Inc. M5300 mobile two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of
national and international standards and guidelines (listed below) regarding human exposure to RF
electromagnetic energy. This radio complies with the IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for
occupational/controlled RF exposure environment at duty factors of up to 50% talk-50% listen and is
authorized by the FCC for occupational use. In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with the
FCC exposure guidelines, your radio antenna radiates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting
(talking), not when it is receiving (listening) or in standby mode.
Your M/A COM, Inc. M5300 mobile two-way radio complies with the following RF energy exposure
standards and guidelines:
•United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR §§
2 sub-part J.
•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.
CAUTION
Table 2-1 lists the recommended minimum lateral distance for a controlled environment
and for unaware bystanders in an uncontrolled environment, from transmitting types of
antennas (i.e., monopoles over a ground plane, or dipoles) at rated radio power for
mobile radios installed in a vehicle. Transmit only when unaware bystanders are at least
the uncontrolled recommended minimum lateral distance away from the transmitting
antenna.
Table 2-1: Rated Power and Recommended Minimum Safe Lateral Distance
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM LATERAL HUMAN BODY
DISTANCE FROM TRANSMITTING ANTENNA
(Distance in Centimeters)
ANTENNA
PART NUMBER ANTENNA DESCRIPTION
CONTROLLED
ENVIRONMENT UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT
AN-025177-004 Combined GPS/900 MHz, Elevated
Base 24 70
AN-025177-005 900 MHz with Magnetic Mount 38 85
AN-025177-009 900 MHz with Low Profile Roof Mount 25 60
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2.2.1 Mobile Antennas
Install the radio’s antenna (refer to Table 2-1 for applicable antenna part numbers) in the center of the
vehicle’s roof. These mobile antenna installation guidelines are limited to metal body motor vehicles or
vehicles with appropriate ground planes. The antenna installation should additionally be in accordance
with the following.
1. The requirements of the antenna manufacturer/supplier included with the antenna.
2. Instructions in the M5300 Radio Installation Manual, including minimum antenna cable lengths.
3. The installation manual providing specific information of how to install the antennas to facilitate
recommended operating distances to all potentially exposed persons.
Use only the M/A-COM approved/supplied antenna(s) or approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized
antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and may violate FCC regulations.
2.2.2 Approved Accessories
This radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF guidelines when used with the M/A-COM accessories
supplied or designated for use with this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with
the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, and may violate FCC regulations.
For a list of M/A-COM approved accessories refer to the product manuals, M/A-COM’s Products and
Services Catalog, or contact M/A-COM at 1-800-368-3277.
2.2.3 Contact Information
For additional information on exposure requirements or other information, contact M/A-COM, Inc. at 1-
800-528-7711 or at http://www.macom-wireless.com.
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3 OPERATION SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
3.1 TRANSMITTER HAZARDS
The operator of any mobile radio should be aware of certain hazards common to
the operation of vehicular radio transmitters. A list of several possible hazards is
given:
•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 radio off while fueling a vehicle. Do
not carry containers of fuel in the trunk of a vehicle if the radio is mounted in the trunk.
Areas with potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. Turn OFF
your radio when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is rare, but not impossible that
the radio or its accessories could generate sparks.
•Interference to Vehicular Electronics Systems – Electronic fuel injection systems, electronic anti-
skid braking systems, electronic cruise control systems, etc., are typical electronic systems that can
malfunction due to the lack of protection from radio frequency energy present when transmitting. If
the vehicle contains such equipment, consult the dealer and enlist their aid in determining the
expected performance of electronic circuits when the radio is transmitting.
•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)
•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:
¾The LP gas container and its fittings.
¾Outside filling connections shall be used for the LP gas container.
¾The LP gas container shall be vented to the outside of the vehicle.
3.2 SAFE DRIVING RECOMMENDATIONS
(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.
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4 OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS
Two-way FM radio systems must be operated in accordance with the rules and regulations of the local,
regional, or national government.
In the United States, the M5300 mobile radio 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:
•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!
•The use of profane or obscene language is prohibited by Federal law.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•No changes or adjustments shall be made to the equipment except by an authorized or certified
electronics technician.
Under U.S. law, operation of an unlicensed radio transmitter within the jurisdiction of
the United States may be punishable by a fine of up to $10,000, imprisonment for up to
two (2) years, or both.
4.1 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 can be obtained by moving a few
yards in another direction or moving to a higher elevation.
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5 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Designed to meet the critical demands of utility and public service users, the M5300 mobile provides the
latest in digital radio technology. The M5300 is capable of supporting multiple operating modes,
including OpenSky®digital operation, EDACS®or ProVoice trunked modes, and conventional analog
mode.
The M5300 uses Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) technology in the OpenSky mode to allow
multiple users to share a single RF channel. In addition, a single RF channel can support simultaneous
digital voice and data communications.
The M5300 provides integrated voice and data services. Voice operation is provided using a microphone
and speaker included in the radio installation kit. For data transfers, the M5300 is constructed with an
industry-standard RS-232 interface serial port for connecting an optional laptop PC.
A PC, not included with the M5300, provides network connectivity through the standard serial
(DCE-type) interface.
The M5300 has an integrated Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver. This allows the M5300 to fully
support the Automatic Vehicular Locator (AVL) for fleet management and dispatch applications.
The OpenSky M5300 benefits from a flexible, software-based digital radio design. Features and user
profiles are software-defined and can be reprogrammed over the air. The optional over-the-air
programming feature allows communication protocols to be changed easily and added at any time.
5.1 REMOTE CONTROL HEAD OPERATION
For remote mount installations configured with a CH721 control head, all normal radio operations and
interfaces can be handled via the control head connected to the radio unit by a single twisted-pair
connection routed through a vehicle. Up to six control units may be attached to a trunk mount radio. Each
control head provides a serial access point for data and any one (only one at a time) can be connected to a
data device such as a personal computer.
Where multiple control heads are connected or where a dash-mount radio is installed with additional
remote control heads, the following features are available from each position:
•Outgoing voice calls can be initiated. (Any control head can initiate a call but only one can talk at a
time. All other connected control heads will hear both sides of the conversation.)
•Incoming and outgoing audio can be heard. (Outgoing audio is not broadcast at the source position.)
•Independent audio control is available.
•Radio settings such as talk group, scan mode etc., can be controlled. (Any connected control head can
override the radio settings of other connected control heads.)
•Comfort settings, such as volume and display brightness that are applicable to the individual control
head can be adjusted and cannot be overridden by other control heads.
•An optional intercom function is available between control units. (Audio will be broadcast to ALL
connected control heads.)
5.2 INTERCOM OPERATION
The intercom option, a licensed option, allows the M5300 radio to pass audio locally between control
heads and not over the network. It gives users at multiple control heads connected to the same radio the
ability communicate with each other without transmitting over-the-air. When activated, incoming network
radio calls are still scanned and broadcast at each control head.
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6 OPERATION
6.1 CH721 FRONT PANEL COMPONENTS
The front panel of the control head includes a dot matrix display, controls for menu navigation, an
emergency button, three pre-set buttons, a power button/rotary volume dial, and a microphone connector.
In addition, the system model control head features a DTMF keypad. Table 6-1 lists all default front panel
controls and their functions.
Figure 6-1: System Model
Figure 6-2: Scan Model
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The buttons on the front panel are backlit for operation in a low ambient light level such as nighttime
operation. Some buttons also flash to provide feedback of various operating conditions.
In addition, the front panel contains a light-level sensor that samples ambient light levels for automatic
display and button backlight brightness adjustments. In other words, it automatically brightens the display
and backlights when higher external light levels exist and it automatically dims the display and backlights
during lower external light levels.
Button function may vary depending upon system programming, radio hardware, and
optional configurations. Complete the table in Section 9if the keys have been remapped
to provide new functions.
Table 6-1: Front Panel Default Controls and Functions
PART FUNCTION
Power/Volume
Knob Turn knob clockwise to power on the radio and increase volume.
Turn counter-clockwise to decrease volume and power off the radio.
Mic Connection Connection for hand-held, hands-free, speaker-mic, or headset.
Emergency
Button
If enabled through programming, the emergency button sends an emergency alert
and opens voice communication on the currently selected talk group or the default
emergency talk group (depending upon how the system is defined).
To end an emergency call, press and hold the emergency button for approximately
four seconds.
Ambient Light
Sensor Radio automatically adjusts the display and button backlight brightness level based on ambient light. Do not block this sensor.
or
While in the dwell display, scrolls through available talk groups.
Scrolls through selections within the active menu (available talk groups,
pre-programmed speed dial numbers, canned alert messages, etc.).
OPT/OPTION
CLR/CLEAR
Scrolls through available menu items.
MENU Press to activate the current selection. In some cases, this is not necessary as the last
selection will automatically activate after a short period.
Display area
Menu selections and messages.
Network Connectivity icon.
Current Volume Level icon.
Volume numeric representation within the display (0 = Muted, 40 = Loudest).
User may select which one of several dwell displays the radio uses.
Pre-Set buttons These buttons are used to store and recall user-selectable parameters such as scan
mode, selected profile, selected talk group, and priority talk group. Different
parameters can be stored at each of the three different pre-set buttons.
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6.2 POWER UP AND VOLUME CONTROL
6.2.1 Power Up
1. Rotate the Power/Volume Control knob clockwise to power on the radio. The display will illuminate
when the radio powers up.
2. Wait for the power-up sequence to complete, which takes approximately ten (10) seconds.
During this time, if enabled for auto registration, the radio is provisioned with a customized user
personality designed for the user’s specific needs by the OpenSky network administrator.
If this personality contains encrypted talk groups or if the user is authorized for, and intends to use,
manual encryption, User Login must be performed. This requires a system model control head so that
the User ID and password can be entered.
3. When provisioning is complete, the radio will display the Dwell Display.
If User Login is required, the bottom line of the Dwell Display will flash the message “Pls Login.”
6.2.2 Volume Control
Turn the Power/Volume Control knob clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to
decrease the volume.
6.3 SELF-TEST
After power-up, the M5300 radio undergoes a multi-function automatic registration procedure. As many
as sixteen (16) possible radio profiles are downloaded to the radio from the network in response to the
User’s ID.
6.4 LOGIN TO THE NETWORK
Login occurs either automatically (auto registration) if the radio has a valid registration or, if enabled and
authorized for encryption (section 6.30), requires the user to enter a User ID and password.
If encryption is enabled and authorized on the radio, the user will be prompted to “Pls Login” with the *1
login command, a User ID, and password [System Model Control Head required].
1. Press *1 (Login command).
2. Enter the full 10-digit User ID.
3. Press the # key.
4. Enter the password. See the following NOTE.
•If the radio is configured for alpha-numeric passwords and the password has consecutive
duplicate numbers (“MES33” for example), enter # between the consecutive duplicate numbers
so the radio will not interpret the entry as a letter (“D” in this example).
•If the radio is configured for numeric-only passwords, do not enter # between duplicated
numbers.
5. Press the # key twice.
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The User ID may be remembered from the previous log-in. (Refer to Section 6.5 for further details
regarding log-off commands.) The password will be established before the radio is put into operation.
Contact the local OpenSky network administrator for more information.
If necessary, contact radio system administration personnel for log-in assistance and/or
radio-specific log-in instructions.
6.5 LOG OFF THE NETWORK
The *0## command de-registers the radio. Typically, this is automatically performed when powering
down the radio. Using this method, the User ID is remembered by the radio so only the password is
needed at next log-in. Manually log-off by pressing *0## (requires System Model).
If a user is logged in using encryption features, it is necessary to log-off when encryption is no longer
required.
6.6 TURNING THE RADIO OFF
To turn the radio off, rotate the Power Button/Volume Dial counter-clockwise. In multiple control head
installations, turning off the last powered-up control head will also automatically turn off the radio.
Several user-selected radio settings (i.e., scan mode, pre-set buttons, and side tone levels) are maintained
for the next operational session. At the next radio power-up, maintained settings will automatically
restore, along with the network personality settings. In multiple control head installations, settings are
maintained for each control head position.
User-selected radio settings and last-tuned channel information will be lost if power is
abruptly disconnected from the radio prior to executing the correct turn-off procedure.
This can extend the time required for the radio to register with the network upon the
subsequent power-up.
6.7 MENU DISPLAY AND CONTROL AREA
Following power-up, the radio display shows the default talk group (Figure 6-3). Pressing up or down
with changes the display to the next available menu. In many cases, the dwell display
automatically re-appears after no menu buttons are pressed for a short period of time (between 10 and 30
seconds). For some menus such as the GPS and User ID menus, this does not occur until the user presses
a front panel button.
When the dwell display is active, it will change dynamically to reflect the current profile, received talk
group/caller ID (when available), or channel (when enabled).
The radio’s display is highly interactive. It responds in the top and bottom text lines as the user presses
the menu buttons ( , and MENU) to scroll through the menu loop and the entries for each
menu. Table 6-4 outlines the basic menu structure.
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Figure 6-3: Typical Display
6.8 RADIO STATUS ICONS
Status Icons indicate the various operating characteristics of the radio. The icons show operating modes
and conditions (see Table 6-2). The location of icons on the display may vary depending on configuration.
Table 6-2: ICONS and Descriptions
ICON DESCRIPTION
Indicates data registration.
Volume bars – indicates relative volume
level.
6.9 DWELL DISPLAY
When not engaged in menu selection, the first two lines of the display default to the user-defined display,
known as the “dwell display.” The top line indicates the currently selected talk group. The second line
will display the currently selected profile, caller ID/alias1, received talk group, and current channel name.
Press the ramp control to scroll through and view one of these second line options.
6.10 PERSONALITY
As illustrated in Figure 6-4, a personality defines the profiles and talk groups available to the user. It is
the structuring of a collection of profiles and privileges established by the OpenSky network administrator
to provide the user with a comprehensive set of profiles to communicate effectively with the necessary
talk groups or individuals.
Personalities are stored on the network and downloaded over-the-air to the radio. This process is called
“provisioning.” Provisioning occurs at radio power-up and at user log-in. Each personality can contain up
to sixteen (16) profiles and each profile can contain up to sixteen talk groups.
6.10.1 Profiles
As stated above, each profile can contain up to sixteen (16) talk groups. A profile also defines the radio’s
emergency behavior. All transmissions are made on the selected talk group (displayed on the top line of
the dwell display). The user can change the selected talk group to any of the other talk groups within the
profile.
1Alias is a logical ID name such as “J_Smith.” The name corresponds to a user ID such as 003-542-0001.
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TG a
TG b
TG c
TG x
TG y
TG z
TG d
TG e
TG f
TG a
TG d
TG g
TG h
TG i
TG = Talk Group
Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3
Figure 6-4: Personality Structure Example
6.10.2 Talk Groups
A talk group represents a set of users that regularly need to communicate with one another. There can be
any number of authorized users assigned to a talk group. Talk groups are established and organized by the
OpenSky network administrator. An OpenSky talk group is similar to a channel within a conventional FM
radio system.
6.11 ALERT TONES
The M5300 radio also provides audible Alert Tones or “beeps” to indicate the various operating
conditions (see Table 6-3).
Table 6-3: M5300 OpenSky Mode Alert Tones
NAME TONE DESCRIPTION
Call Queued one low tone/two high tones Call queued for processing.
Call Denied three short Radio is out of coverage area or requested talk group is
active.
Grant (or Go-Ahead) single short beep
Sounded when resources become available for a call
request placed in the queue (if enabled) upon channel
access.
If the radio roams to another site while transmitting, then
it will auto rekey and begin transmitting on that tower. It
gives a second grant tone to let the user know they have
roamed.
Call Removed single long low-pitched tone Notifies the user access to the channel has been lost
(out of coverage area or pre-empted by higher-priority
call)
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NAME TONE DESCRIPTION
Selective Alert
Received four short tones Only played once to indicate a selective alert has been receive
Emergency Alert Tone three (3) short beeps Sounds when an emergency alert is declared
Emergency Cleared
Tone one long low-pitched tone Sounds when an emergency is cleared
Selective Call Ring
Tone a ringing tone similar to a telephone
Ringing is repeated every four (4) seconds until the call
is accepted or rejected by the radio being called or until
the network drops the call if unanswered after one (1)
minute
PSTN Ring Tones a single medium-pitch
reiterative tone.
Two ring tone - one generated by the radio when there is
an incoming telephone call or an outgoing telephone call
attempt is waiting for the telephone interconnect gateway
equipment to dial the Public Switched Telephone
Network (PSTN). The second ring tone sounds when the
gateway equipment has dialed the number.
Roam Tone Two short tones, one high-
pitched and one low-
pitched
Sounds when the radio transitions from one radio base
station site to another.
6.12 BASIC MENU STRUCTURE
Table 6-4 illustrates the basic M5300 OpenSky menu structure. Menu items will vary depending upon
system programming, radio hardware, and optional configurations. All menus except the dwell display
menu can be turned off by network administration personnel.
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