Trunk-Mount Mobile Radio Operator Manual APCO Project 25 Compliant Datron World Communications Inc. 3030 Enterprise Court Vista, CA 92083 USA Phone: 1-760-597-1500 E-mail: guardian@dtwc.com Part Number: G25AMK004 Rev. A www.dtwc.
2000 Datron World Communications Inc. All Rights Reserved. GuardianTM operator manual for use with the trunk-mount mobile radio. This manual, as well as the software described in it, are furnished under license and may only be used in accordance with the terms of such license. This manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by Datron World Communications Inc.
NOTICE TO USER WARNING! Maintain a distance of at least 60 cm between the antenna and people. To satisfy RF exposure compliance, you, as a qualified user of this radio device must control the exposure conditions of bystanders to ensure the minimum distance is maintained between the antenna and nearby persons. The operation of this transmitter must satisfy the requirements of the Occupational/Controlled Exposure Environment for work-related use.
D A T R O N W O R L D C O M M U N I C A T I O N S I N C . Contents INTRODUCTION........................................... 1 ACCESSORIES .............................................. 1 PALM MICROPHONE ...............................1 DTMF MICROPHONE .............................1 ANTENNAS.............................................1 EXTERNAL SPEAKER ..............................1 EXTENDED DC POWER CABLE ................1 PROGRAMMING KIT ...............................1 KEY VARIABLE LOADER ..........
G U A R D I A N P 2 5 I N T E R O P E R A B L E R A D I O F A M I L Y Introduction The Guardian trunk-mount mobile radio is carefully crafted with advanced electronics, software, and materials incorporated into a rugged, professional grade design, offering years of reliable service with reasonable care. Numerous combinations of options, features, and channel settings are possible through software programming.
D A T R O N W O R L D C O M M U N I C A T I O N S I N C . Service Manual (G25AMK005) The service manual is used to assist trained technicians in locating technical problems. Quick Start The Guardian radio requires initial setup by qualified personnel using the Guardian programming software. 1. Power availability. Power is supplied by starting the vehicle engine. 2. Select speaker. Set the speaker switch to I for internal speaker operation, E for external, or B for both speakers simultaneously. 3.
G U A R D I A N P 2 5 I N T E R O P E R A B L E R A D I O F A M I L Y Capacities Channels There are 256 channels (frequency pairs) available for programming. Each can be set for receive and transmit frequencies, wideband or narrowband, analog or digital, various squelch types, encryption key, power output level, and an 8character alphanumeric channel tag (name). Zones of Channels Sixteen zones (groups of channels) are available for programming.
D A T R O N W O R L D C O M M U N I C A T I O N S I N C . Encryption Algorithm Standard Guardian software includes an SBCF analog DES encryption, usable on 25 kHz wideband channels. Squelch Options Analog squelch options are none, continuous tone-coded squelch system (CTCSS), and digital-coded squelch (DCS). Digital squelch options are none, network access code (NAC), and talk-group identifier (TGID) including individual call.
G U A R D I A N P 2 5 I N T E R O P E R A B L E R A D I O F A M I L Y Front Panel Description Power and Volume Channel Select Speaker Display Programmable Switch Status Indicator A B C E B I Microphone Jack Scroll Escape Enter Programmable Buttons Speaker Indicator Menu Buttons Speaker Switch Figure 1: Controls and Indicators Power and Volume Knob The last counterclockwise position is power off. The first clockwise position is power on with the speaker muted.
D A T R O N W O R L D C O M M U N I C A T I O N S I N C . Status Indicator The color LED status indicator signifies: Color Action Description Red Green Green Orange Steady Steady Flashing Steady Transmitting Receive mode/receiving clear transmission Receiving encrypted transmission Emergency call state/low-battery condition/squelch off Speaker Switch The 3-position toggle switch selects the internal radio speaker (I), external vehicle speaker (E), or both (B) speaker operations.
G U A R D I A N P 2 5 I N T E R O P E R A B L E R A D I O F A M I L Y Push-to-Talk Button The PTT button located on the palm microphone provides standard push-totransmit and release-to-receive radio operation. Display On power up the radio briefly displays the Guardian name and software version numbers. The display then indicates the operating status for the selected channel. Turn the channel knob to select a different channel to view.
D A T R O N W O R L D C O M M U N I C A T I O N S I N C . Press Enter to access the main menu. SCAN PROGRM SELECT COVERT HOME ENCRPT ENT ESC Figure 3: Main Menu Use the scroll buttons to highlight a menu selection. Press Enter to access its submenu. Press Escape to revert to the previous display. Submenus can consist of more than one display and are cyclic (roll over to the first display after the last display).
G U A R D I A N P 2 5 I N T E R O P E R A B L E R A D I O F A M I L Y To assign a different home channel, access the main menu. For more information, refer to the Radio Settings section. Selecting a Zone If a button or switch is programmed for zone select, press the designated zone button or position the toggle switch appropriately. Consult authorized personnel for assigning a zone button. A zone is selectable by accessing the main menu. For more information, refer to the Radio Settings section.
D A T R O N W O R L D C O M M U N I C A T I O N S I N C . Squelch is also adjustable from the main menu. For more information, refer to the Radio Settings section. Transmit Inhibit Override If the radio is set for transmit inhibit override, press PTT twice quickly to transmit over an existing conversation on the channel. For more information, refer to the Radio Settings section. Emergency Call To activate, use the external user-supplied emergency switch (radio must be programmed).
G U A R D I A N P 2 5 I N T E R O P E R A B L E R A D I O F A M I L Y Radio Settings Setting the radio’s functions and features is selectively permitted or restricted according to agency policy and federal law, by authorized technicians using the programming software. Internal radio software provides limited access to certain features and settings. Menus shown in this manual may not be available on the radio.
D A T R O N W O R L D C O M M U N I C A T I O N S I N C . Entering Data The DTMF keypad is required to enter alphanumeric data into the radio. In addition, the type of character that displays depends on whether ALPHA or NUMBER is set in the display setting from the global (GLOBAL) submenu. For numeric characters, a keystroke on the DTMF keypad displays the number and moves the cursor to the right. When finished, press Enter.
G U A R D I A N P 2 5 I N T E R O P E R A B L E R A D I O F A M I L Y Home Channel Menu Access the main menu. Scroll to highlight HOME and press Enter. The home channel displays. To assign a different home channel, select GLOBAL from the program menu. Program Menu Allows the operator to change global radio settings, channel settings, scan options, and the password. Access the main menu and scroll to highlight PROGRAM. Press Enter.
D A T R O N W O R L D C O M M U N I C A T I O N S I N C . Display (DISPLY) Sets the display to either alpha or numeric characters when using the DTMF keypad. Home Channel (HOM) Sets the home channel within the active zone and bank. Scroll to HOM and press Enter. The channel’s receive and transmit frequency displays but cannot be changed. Select the desired home channel using the channel knob. Press Enter to confirm the new home channel.
G U A R D I A N P 2 5 I N T E R O P E R A B L E R A D I O F A M I L Y Global Erase (ERASE) Erases all settings and resets the radio to factory defaults. Channel Setup Submenu Accessed from the program menu, this submenu allows you to change channel settings. Channels can be selectively locked preventing you from making changes. If a locked channel is selected, CHANNEL LOCKED/ACCESS DENIED displays. Select the desired channel using the channel knob. Scroll to CHANEL and press Enter.
D A T R O N W O R L D C O M M U N I C A T I O N S I N C . Enter. The delay setting is the length of time in seconds the radio stays on the channel after the last transmission ends and before scanning resumes. The radio switches to the revert channel when you switch out of scan mode. Revert choices are the last channel selected (LSTSEL), the last channel received (LASTRX), or the home channel (HOME).
G U A R D I A N P 2 5 I N T E R O P E R A B L E R A D I O F A M I L Y Encryption Menu Used to set the radio for encrypted operation and accessed from the main menu. Highlight ENCRYPT and press Enter. Use the DTMF keypad to enter the password for this radio. Press Enter.
D A T R O N W O R L D C O M M U N I C A T I O N S I N C . 4. The radio automatically detects the KVL and KVL KEYFILL displays. If not, check the connections, and repeat the steps. 5. Use the scroll buttons to highlight the desired key slot. To set the key slot selection, press Enter. 6. To verify the key identification, press ID for the key ID display. Press TAG to return to the key display. 7. Press Enter to access the key transfer display. 8. Press PTT on the KVL to initiate the key transfer.
G U A R D I A N P 2 5 I N T E R O P E R A B L E R A D I O F A M I L Y Product Information Factory Support This product is covered by the limited warranty on the back cover of this manual. For warranty service, contact Technical Support Services Group, Datron World Communications, 3030 Enterprise Ct., Vista, CA 92083, or phone (760) 597-1500 or e-mail guardian.service@dtwc.com.
Limited Warranty and Remedies Datron warrants that its manufactured products (radios) are free from defect in design, materials, and workmanship for a period of 24 months from date of shipment from factory. Products such as antennas, batteries, carry cases, and other parts purchased from other vendors for resale are warranted for a period of 12 months from date of shipment from factory.
