MM-101027V1-A1 Operator’s Manual PANTHER 300P Portable Radio
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION ............................... 3 SAFE PRACTICE INFORMATION ............................... 7 OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS............................... 11 INTRODUCTION............................. 16 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ..... 17 PANTHER 300P RADIO INDICATORS .................................. 22 BASIC OPERATION........................ 24 SELECTIVE SIGNALING ................ 26 PROGRAMMABLE PTT FUNCTIONS ...................................
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION Your Com-Net Ericsson radio generates RF electromagnetic energy W ARNING 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.
• American National Standards Institute (C95.1 – 1992), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz. • American National Standards Institute (C95.3 – 1992), IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields – RF and Microwave.
• DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (“50% duty cycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the “TX” light appears in the display. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the “PTT” button. • ALWAYS use Com-Net Ericsson authorized accessories (antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker/mics, etc).
The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her aware of a RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates within the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility During transmissions, your Com-Net Ericsson radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so.
SAFE PRACTICE INFORMATION The operator of any land mobile radio should be aware of certain hazards common to the operation of radio transmitters. A list of several possible hazards is given: 1. Explosive Atmospheres - Areas with potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. These may be fueling areas, such as gas stations, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders.
2. Electronics Systems - RF energy from your portable radio may affect some electronic equipment. Most modern electronic equipment in cars, hospitals, homes, etc. are shielded from RF energy. However, in areas that instruct you to turn off two-way radio equipment, always observe the rules. If in doubt, turn it off. 3. Dynamite Blasting Caps Dynamite blasting caps may be caused to explode by operating a radio within 500 feet of the blasting caps.
4. Radio Frequency Energy - Do not use a radio with a damaged or missing antenna. A minor burn may result if a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin. Replace a damaged antenna immediately. A missing antenna could damage your radio. Use only the supplied or approved antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio unit and may violate FCC regulations. Always turn off your portable radio before boarding any aircraft.
5. 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 radio secured whenever the vehicle is in motion. Place calls only when vehicle is stopped. 10 • 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.
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 PANTHER 300P portable 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.
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.
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 by an authorized or certified electronic technician. IMPORTANT Under U.S.
OPERATING TIPS Antenna location and condition is important when operating a portable radio. Operating the radio in low areas or terrain, under power lines or bridges, inside of a vehicle or in a metal or steel framed building can severely reduce the range of the unit. Mountains and buildings 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.
receiving or transmitting a message. Do not hold the antenna when receiving a message and, especially, do not hold when transmitting a message.
INTRODUCTION This manual describes the operation of the Com-Net Ericsson PANTHER 300P portable radio. The PANTHER 300P portable radio is a high performance FM portable radio providing reliable two-way communication in a Conventional Radio System. The PANTHER 300P portable radio can be programmed with six channels.
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Figure 1 – PANTHER 300P Radio Top View 17
Figure 2 – PANTHER 300P Radio Side View Monitor/Clear Button Function This section describes the functionality of Monitor/Clear button. Monitor/Clear The Monitor/Clear function monitors the channel for activity.
Channel Guard, and Type 99 are disabled. If the channel is clear, squelch noise will be heard. If the channel is busy, traffic will be heard. When the option button is released, squelch, Channel Guard, and Type 99 are re-enabled. After a successful Type 99 decode, press the Monitor/Clear button to switch the Type 99 Decoder state from Monitor mode to Selective mode. Option Button Functions The following functions can assigned to the Option 1 button.
Table 1: Programmed Functions States Function 1 Short High Tone 2 Short High Tones High/Low Power High Power Low Power Local/Distant Squelch Local Distant Type 99 ON OFF Disabled No function is assigned to the Option 1 button. When pressed, the radio will emit a Denied Alert Tone. High/Low Power The High/Low Power function toggles the transmitter power between “High” and “Low”. “High” power is the longer-range setting. ”Low" power is the battery-life conserving setting.
Type 99 ON/OFF The Type 99 function toggles the state of the Type 99 Decoder between “ON” and “OFF”. Type 99 mutes receive audio until a valid Type 99 call is received. “ON” indicates the radio is operating in Selective mode. ”OFF" indicates the radio is operating in Monitor mode. If an invalid or no Type 99 decode is programmed on a channel, the Type 99 function is programmed for the Option 1 button and the Option 1 button is pressed the radio will emit a Denied Alert Tone.
PANTHER 300P RADIO INDICATORS The Light Emitting Diode (LED) and tones indicate the state of the radio.
LED Indicators: ● continuous c LED Tone flashing Function 1 short high Programmed tone function toggled D green D green D green D red 2 short high Programmed tones function toggled 1 short tone Receiving Type 99 Individual Call 2 short tones Receiving Type 99 Group Call 3 short tones Receiving Type 99 Super Group/Quick Call continuous mid tone Battery too low to transmit3 ● red Transmitting ● green Receiving or channel in use D green D amber D red D green Program mode Error or failure Low
BASIC OPERATION Selecting A Channel Rotate the Channel Knob clockwise or counterclockwise until the raised rib aligns with the desired channel number. Transmitting A Basic Call 1. Power ON the radio. 2. Select a channel. 3. Ensure there is no activity on the channel by: 4. • checking the TX/RX LED. • pressing and holding the Monitor/Clear button. Squelch noise will be heard if the channel is clear of traffic.
5. Release the PTT button after you have finished speaking. Channel Guard Channel Guard is a method of reducing "channel chatter" by equipping receivers with toneresponsive devices, which only allow calls with the correct signaling-tones to be heard by the user. Channel Guard options and parameters are defined in the radio personality. The radio always transmits with Channel Guard, unless the channel is programmed without Channel Guard.
SELECTIVE SIGNALING Selective signaling controls the muting and unmuting of the receive audio. This allows a user or dispatcher to selectively call an individual radio or group of radios. The PANTHER 300P portable radio supports selective signaling in Type 99. In a selective signaling environment, the PANTHER 300P portable radio operates in one of two states, Monitor mode or Selective Call mode. In the Monitor mode, the decoder is disabled and all calls are heard by the user.
If the "Or" option is programmed, calls with the correct Channel Guard or calls with the correct selective signaling and Channel Guard tones are heard by the user. A radio operating in Selective Call mode that receives a selective call switches to the Monitor mode and the TX/RX LED flashes green. The TX/RX LED indicates whether the channel has a carrier signal. The following graphic depicts the flashing pattern of the TX/RX LED.
the ability to selectively call a radio or group radios. If Type 99 is enabled in the radio personality, the radio can decode Individual, Group and Supergroup Type 99 calls. See Table 2 for radio indicator information for each of these types of calls. Resetting Type 99 After A Call After decoding a Type 99 call, the radio operates in Monitor mode and all traffic on the channel is audible. If the channel has Channel Guard, only the traffic with the radio's Channel Guard tone will be heard.
PROGRAMMABLE PTT FUNCTIONS Channel Busy Lockout The radio may be programmed with the Channel Busy Lockout feature, which denies the use of the transmitter when the channel is busy with traffic. If the PTT button is pressed while the TX/RX LED is ON, the radio will emit an alert tone until the PTT is released.
Type 99 Disable After PTT The radio may be programmed with the Type 99 Disable After PTT feature, which automatically disables the Type 99 decoder after a transmission. Using one of the methods outlined in the “Resetting Type 99 After A Call” section to reset Type 99 operation.
CLONING CopyCat Technology, a cloning feature, allows supervisor radios to duplicate radio personalities into subordinate radios on-site without a technician or PC. For more information about the CopyCat Technology and configuration refer to the Panther 300 Series Maintenance manuals, the On-Line Help in ProGrammer, or contact your system administrator.
BATTERY OPERATION Removing The Battery Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF. 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.
Attaching The Battery Make sure the power to the radio is turned OFF. 1. Align the tab on the top of the battery pack with the slot at the top of the battery cavity. 2. Push the battery pack down to attach the battery to the radio. 3. Verify the battery is securely latched to the radio.
Low Battery Detection And Operation The PANTHER 300P portable radio constantly monitors the charge-state of the battery. The radio will emit a Low Battery Alert Tone when the battery capacity is low and the TX/RX LED will flash red. When this occurs recharge the battery. The radio can be programmed to emit only one Low Battery Alert Tone or emit one Low Battery Alert Tone every 60 seconds. The PANTHER 300P portable radio also monitors the battery voltage while transmitting.
Battery Error If the radio detects a problem with the battery, the TX/RX LED will flash amber and the radio will emit a "Battery Error" alert tone every ten seconds. The Battery Error condition can be avoided by using Com-Net Ericsson approved batteries. Recharging The Battery Recharge the battery when the radio TX/RX LED exhibits a Low Battery indicator. When charging a battery pack that is attached to a radio, always turn the power to the radio OFF to ensure a full charge.
Conditioning The Battery Batteries that have been stored (charged or discharged) will generally not be capable of full capacity until the batteries have been fully cycled two or three times. (Charging the battery in a Com-Net Ericsson charger and then discharging the battery pack with the radio until low battery is indicated is considered one cycle.) Battery Care & Maintenance • Your charger is intended for indoor use only. Keep the charger and/or wall cube dry. Do Not use in or near water.
• When the radio is not in use, turn the power to the radio OFF. Do not over discharge the battery. This will reduce battery capacity and battery life. • Do not overcharge the battery. A battery should not be kept in a charger for over 24 hours. Overcharging batteries will reduce battery capacity and battery life. • Periodically condition your battery for improved battery capacity and performance.
Battery Recycling The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable, recyclable battery. 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 your area for recycling options or proper disposal. Call Toll Free 1-800-8BATTERY or go to the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation website www.rbrc.com for additional information.
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