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Operator’s Manual
MM23772
Rev. B, Apr/07
M/A-COM
P7200 Series
Portable Radios
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MM23772, Rev. B MANUAL REVISION HISTORY REV DATE REASON FOR REVISION - Jan/06 Initial release. A Dec/06 Updated operation info. B Apr/07 Added EDACS/Conventional/P25 operation. M/A-COM Technical Publications would particularly appreciate feedback on any errors found in this document and suggestions on how the document could be improved. Submit your comments and suggestions to: Tyco Electronics Wireless Systems Segment M/A-COM, Inc. Fax your comments to: 1-434-455-6851 Technica
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MM23772, Rev. B TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 SAFETY CONVENTIONS..................................................................................................................10 2 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ............................................................................................11 2.1 RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES .................................................................................................11 2.2 ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE/COMPATIBILITY....................
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MM23772, Rev. B TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 7.9.1 Display’s Top Line ........................................................................................................30 7.9.2 Display’s Second Line...................................................................................................30 7.9.3 Dwell Display ................................................................................................................30 7.10 ALERT TONES...........................................
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MM23772, Rev. B TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 8 EDACS OPERATION..........................................................................................................................48 8.1 TURNING ON THE RADIO .....................................................................................................48 8.2 CONTROLS ...............................................................................................................................48 8.2.1 Buttons and Knobs..................
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MM23772, Rev. B TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 8.24 TELEPHONE INTERCONNECT CALLS ................................................................................71 8.24.1 Receiving a Telephone Interconnect Call......................................................................71 8.24.2 Sending a Telephone Interconnect Call.........................................................................71 8.24.3 Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency: Overdial/Conventional Mode.......................................
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MM23772, Rev. B TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 9.17.2 Digital Mode..................................................................................................................90 9.17.3 Private Mode..................................................................................................................91 9.17.4 Private Operation...........................................................................................................92 9.18 GROUP CALLS IN P25 MODE.....................
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MM23772, Rev. B TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 12 BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................................113 FIGURES Figure 4-1: Removing the Battery Pack.........................................................................................................17 Figure 4-2: Attaching the Battery Pack..........................................................................................................17 Figure 5-1: P7230 “Sel
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MM23772, Rev. B TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Table 7-2: Status Icons Descriptions .............................................................................................................27 Table 7-3: Alert Tones ...................................................................................................................................31 Table 7-4: Basic P7200 OpenSky Menu Structure ........................................................................................32 Table 7-5: K
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MM23772, Rev. B 1 SAFETY CONVENTIONS 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 warning 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 sta
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MM23772, Rev. B 2 SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION The M/A-COM P7200 portable radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only,” meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an uncontrolled environment. The P7200 portable radio has been tested and com
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MM23772, Rev. B the recipients of your transmission, M/A-COM recommends you hold the microphone at least 5 cm (2 inches) from mouth, and slightly off to one side. Table 2-1: RF Exposure Compliance Testing Distances TESTED DISTANCES (worst case scenario) RADIO FREQUENCY Body Face 700/800 MHz 1.1 cm 2.5 cm The information in this section provides the information needed to make the user aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates within the FCC RF exposure limi
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MM23772, Rev. B 3 OPERATING TIPS Antenna location and condition are important when operating a portable radio. Operating the radio in low lying areas or terrain, under power lines or bridges, inside of a vehicle or in a metal framed building can severely reduce the range of the unit. Mountains can also reduce the range of the unit. In areas where transmission or reception is poor, some improvement may be obtained by ensuring that the antenna is vertical. Moving a few yards in another dire
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MM23772, Rev. B 3.1.3 Aircraft Always turn off a portable radio before boarding any aircraft! Use it on the ground only with crew permission. DO NOT use while in-flight!! 3.1.4 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) 3.1.5 Potentially Explosive
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MM23772, Rev. B 4 BATTERIES The P7200 series portable radios use rechargeable, recyclable Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) or Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries. Please follow the directions below to maximize the useful life of each type of battery. If the battery is ruptured or is leaking electrolyte that results in skin or eye contact with the electrolyte, immediately flush the affected area with water. If the battery electrolyte gets in the eyes, flush with water for 15 minutes and consult a
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MM23772, Rev. B 4.2 CHARGING BATTERY PACKS Battery chargers are available from M/A-COM with nominal charge times of one hour. Combinations include single and multi-position, rapid charge units. M/A-COM chargers are rapid chargers specifically designed for charging nickel-based battery packs. The chargers differentiate between NiCd or NiMH battery packs and automatically adjust charging rates. Refer to the appropriate charger manual for specific operating instructions. 4.2.1 Charging Gui
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MM23772, Rev. B 4.4 CHANGING THE BATTERY PACK 4.4.1 Removing the Battery Pack Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF. Although the P7200 has been designed to tolerate changing the battery pack without turning power off, M/A-COM, Inc. recommends turning the radio off before changing battery packs to ensure safety and best operation. CAUTION 1. Press the latch at the bottom of the battery pack. 2. Lift the battery pack from the bottom. 3. Remove the battery pack from the radio.
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MM23772, Rev. B 4.5 BATTERY DISPOSAL In no instance should a battery be incinerated. Disposing of a battery by burning will cause an explosion. CAUTION RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK DISPOSAL – The product you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in yo
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MM23772, Rev. B 5 INTRODUCTION The P7200 series radios are dual-band multi-mode portable radios. The P7200 series radio is available without a front mounted keypad (P7230 Select model - Figure 5-1), with a 6-buttoned front mounted keypad (P7250 Scan model - Figure 5-2) and with a DTMF front mounted keypad (P7270 System model - Figure 5-3). The dual-band (700/800 MHz) P7200 portable radio delivers end-to-end encrypted digital voice and IP data communications. It is designed to support multi
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MM23772, Rev. B Figure 5-1: P7230 “Select” Model Radio Figure 5-2: P7250 “Scan” Model 20
