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Tron TR30 AIR CONTENTS CONTENTS 3 1 GENERAL 5 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION 6 3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 7 4 PRODUCT IMAGES 8 5 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 9 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 Tron TR30 AIR components Antenna Battery endurance Emergency battery Test battery RH-30 Holder 9 10 10 11 11 11 6 INSTALLATION 13 7 EMERGENCY USE 14 8 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 16 9 MAINTENANCE 21 6.1 Upon receipt of the radio 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5 8.6 8.7 Turning on the radio Channel selection Channel 121.
Tron TR30 AIR 10 WARRANTY 23 11 ACCESSORIES AND SPAREPARTS 25 12 RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL 26 13 BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 27 14 STANDARDS 29 15 ABBREVIATIONS 31 16 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 32 17 TEST AND MAINTENANCE RECORDS 33 18 EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS 34 19 AMENDMENT RECORDS 35 10.1 10.2 11.1 11.2 COUNTERFEIT SPARE PARTS Service agents Optional accessories Spare parts 13.1 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION For complete Product Safety Data Sheet for battery cells, see 13.2 FIRST AID MEASURES 13.
1 GENERAL Tron TR30 AIR Jotron manufactures safety equipment designed for the search and rescue of human life and property. For safety equipment to be effective according to the design parameters it is important that all products are handled, maintained, serviced and stowed in compliance with this manual. Copies of all Jotron documentation can be downloaded from our website: www.jotron.com.
Tron TR30 AIR 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Below are instructions for keeping the radio log and the radio operator's obligation according to national and international regulation: 1. The radio log shall be kept in accordance with requirements in the Radio Regulation, SOLAS Convention, national regulations regarding radio installations and the STCW Convention (STCW 95 including the STCW Code) including relevant regulation regarding watch keeping on board passenger and cargo ships. 2.
3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Tron TR30 AIR The Tron TR30 AIR is a ruggedly designed radio made for easy operation. It is a portable emergency VHF radio for two-way communication between vessel and aircraft. The radio is possible to operate using one hand, even when wearing gloves. The high contrast graphical display including integrated back lighting of the display and keys are very effective for visibility and usage in low light conditions. It is also resistant to oil, seawater and sunlight.
Tron TR30 AIR 4 PRODUCT IMAGES Figure 1 Tron TR30 AIR 8 Figure 2 Tron TR30 AIR in RH-30 Holder
5 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 5.1 Tron TR30 AIR components An overview of the radio components Tron TR30 AIR 1. Antenna TR30 AIR 2. Volume, squelch and monitor control 3. Loudspeaker 4. Up button 5. Down button 6. Backlight button 7. Emergency mode indicator 8. Frequency indicator 9. Microphone 10. Squelch and signal strength indicator 11. Transmitter power indicator (only visible when transmitting) 12. Battery status indicator 13. Volume control indicator 14. Key lock/unlock button 15. Enter button 16.
Tron TR30 AIR 5.2 Antenna The antenna for the Tron TR30 AIR is fitted with a standard SMA connector. The antenna shall be marked with “JOTRON TR30 AIR”. Be sure to use correct antenna type. Antenna for Tron TR30 AIR, shall be marked with TR30 AIR on side. The Tron TR30 AIR unit is not waterproof when the standard antenna is not attached or if the antenna is not assembled correctly. 5.
Tron TR30 AIR 5.4 Emergency battery The Emergency battery (orange) is a lithium battery. This battery is specially designed for use in distress situation and cannot be recharged. Keep the Emergency battery in the RH-30 Holder, then it is easily accessible in a distress situation. Always bring a sealed emergency battery with the radio when boarding a lifeboat or raft. See chapter 15 for Battery safety instructions. The emergency battery is a single use item.
Tron TR30 AIR An overview of the RH-30 Holder components: Figure 6 RH-30 Holder components 1. Battery storage bay 2. Radio storage bay 3. Holes for horizontal mounting (43mm spacing) 4.
6 INSTALLATION 6.1 Upon receipt of the radio Tron TR30 AIR Upon receipt of the radio, do the following: 1. Mount the RH-30 Holder. It can be mounted either on a horizontal or vertical surface, using the respectively holes, see chapter 6.6. screw the RH-30 Holder to the desired surface. The RH-30 Holder should be mounded in a place where it can be easily accessible at all times. 2. Connect the antenna to the radio.
Tron TR30 AIR 7 EMERGENCY USE To install the emergency battery on the Tron TR30 AIR, do the following: 1. Pull back and remove the emergency seal sticker on the battery. Rip the sticker off at the perforated edge. 2. 14 Using the fixing track, mount the GMDSS battery onto the back of the radio. Ensure you enter the bottom edge of the battery into the bottom edge of the radio.
Tron TR30 AIR 3. Squeeze in the black finger grips on either side of the battery to lock the battery into place 4. Turn on radio 5. Push PTT to transmit.
Tron TR30 AIR 8 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The TR30 AIR shall only be used with Emergency battery, or Test battery. The Emergency battery is for use in a distress situation. In case of a test or training, use a Test battery. If the jack cover is removed, for example when using an accessory, the radio is no longer waterproof. The antenna, battery and jack cover must be correctly assembled on the radio in order for it to be waterproof. 8.
Tron TR30 AIR 8.4 Volume adjustment Turn the volume control to adjust the volume. The volume symbol in the display indicates the volume level. Ensure that you do not press down the volume control while adjusting the volume. 8.5 Squelch adjustment Press and turn the squelch control anticlockwise to increase receiver sensitivity. The squelch bar appears on the screen display indicating the current active sensitivity level. When adjusted fully to the left, the squelch is completely open.
Tron TR30 AIR 8.7 Menus Press the Up- and Down arrow buttons at the same time to enter or exit the menu system. Use the up/down arrow buttons to navigate and select using Enter button. Exit: Display screen: Menu number: Use this menu option to exit the menu system.
Tron TR30 AIR Key sound: Menu number: Use this menu option to choose an audio 1.1 tone. You can choose between four different tones. Using the up/down arrow keys, select from 1-4. Key volume: Use this menu option to set the volume of the key sound. Menu number: 1.2 (Off=0, low to high=1-6) Backlight level: Use this menu option to set the display backlight level. Menu number: 1.3 (Off=0, low=1 or high=2) Contrast: Menu number: Use this menu option to set the display 1.
Tron TR30 AIR System: Use this menu option to access the following information: Menu number: 2 Serial Number SW version HW version Serial Number: Use this menu option to find the serial number of the radio SW Version: Use this menu option to find the software version of this radio. HW Version: Use this menu option to find the hardware version of this radio. 20 Menu number: 2.1 Menu number: 2.2 Menu number: 2.
9 MAINTENANCE Tron TR30 AIR The following maintenance should be completed. If the radio is immersed in seawater, rinse it with fresh water immediately. Wash away dirt and oil from the radio with warm water (no higher than 45 degrees Celsius) and mild dish soap. Finish by rinsing with fresh water and drying. This radio must never be opened by anyone other than an authorized Jotron agent. Unauthorized disassembly will void your warranty. 9.
Tron TR30 AIR 9.2 Regular testing It is important to perform regular testing to ensure proper operation. This ensures that the radio is in good working order and ready for use in a potential distress situation. Ensure you have a Test battery available for use during testing. The Emergency battery should only be used in distress situations. Testing should occur according to the requirements indicated in the on-board radio log. To test, do the following: 1. Use the Test battery. 2.
10 WARRANTY Tron TR30 AIR The warranty period for a new Tron TR30 AIR is valid for 24 months from the date the product is shipped from Jotron. If you have a product and are unclear about your warranty period contact your sales partner. All Jotron products are warranted against factory defects in materials and/or workmanship during the warranty period, unless otherwise stated in writing. Please refer to the terms and conditions of your sales agreement for additional information.
Tron TR30 AIR 10.2 Service agents Please look at: www.jotron.com for Maritime Service Agents. Jotron Group Head Office: Jotron AS Østbyveien 1 NO-3280 Tjodalyng Norway Tel: +47 3313 9700 Fax: +47 3312 6780 From 2020: Jotron AS Ringdalskogen NO-3270 Larvik Norway Tel: +47 3313 9700 Fax: +47 3312 6780 Jotron Group subsidiary companies: Jotron UK Ltd. Crosland Park Cramlington NE23 1LA United Kingdom Tel: +44 1670 712000 Fax: +44 1670 590265 Jotron Asia Pte. Ltd.
11 ACCESSORIES AND SPAREPARTS 11.1 Optional accessories Tron TR30 AIR For an overview of the available optional accessories for the Tron TR30 AIR, please refer to our website. 11.2 Spare parts For an overview of the available spare parts for the Tron TR30 AIR, please refer to our website. Ensure that all spare parts being fitted to the Tron TR30 AIR are original spare parts manufactured or approved by Jotron.
Tron TR30 AIR 12 RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL Tron TR30 AIR is not to be disposed as normal waste and must be handled in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local waste disposal regulations in the country where the equipment is used.
13 BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Product name: TR30 Emergency battery/TR30 Test battery Type no.: FR6 Lithium metal content: Below 1g per cell Approximate weight: 100 grams Chemical system: Lithium/Iron Disulfide (Li/FeS2) Designed for recharge: No 13.1 Tron TR30 AIR HAZARD IDENTIFICATION The Lithium/Iron Disulfide batteries used in this product are sealed units which are not hazardous when used according to the recommendations of the manufacturer.
Tron TR30 AIR chemical remains. Seek medical attention. 13.3 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES In case of fire where lithium batteries are present, flood area with water or smother with a Class D fire extinguishant appropriate for lithium metal, such as Lith-X. Water may not extinguish burning batteries but will cool the adjacent batteries and control the spread of fire. Burning batteries will burn themselves out. Virtually all fires involving lithium batteries can be controlled by flooding with water.
14 STANDARDS Tron TR30 AIR Jotron declares that this radio is in compliance with Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. A copy of the declaration of conformity can be downloaded from the Jotron website. The Tron TR30 AIR has been verified, tested and meets the following product standards: EN/IEC 60945: 2002 including Corr.1 (Category - Portable) Maritime navigation and radio communication equipment and systems - General requirements - Methods of testing and required test results. ETSI EN 301 688 V1.2.
Tron TR30 AIR 47 CFR 80 to End: Mar. 2019 Electronic Code of Federal Regulations, Title 47, Telecommunications. 47 CFR 2: Mar. 2019 Electronic Code of Federal Regulations, Title 47, Telecommunications. EN 50566:2017 Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of wireless communication devices with the basic restrictions and exposure limit values related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields in the frequency range from 30 MHz to 6 GHz: hand-held and body mounted...
15 ADR AM CE CFR DC EMC ERM ETS ETSI FCC FM GHz GMDSS HW IATA ICAO IEC IMDG IP Code kHz LiFeS2 MHz MSDS OSHA PTT RF RID SDS SINAD SMA SOLAS STCW SW UN VHF ABBREVIATIONS Tron TR30 AIR European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road Amplitude Modulation Conformité Européenne (European Conformity) The Code of Federal Regulations Direct Current Electromagnetic compatibility Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters European Telecommunications Standard Europe
Tron TR30 AIR 16 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 16.1 Product specification Parameters TR30 AIR Specification Operating temperature range: -20°C to +55°C (-4°F to +131°F) Size (WxHxD): 61 mm x 157 mm x 40 mm (Depth with belt clip 47 mm) Full buoyancy: Yes Weight: Approximately 300 g (incl. battery) Receiver: Frequency, 2 channels: 121.5 MHz, 123.1 MHz Modulation: AM Channel spacing: 25 kHz Maximum usable sensitivity: < 2 µV for 12dB SINAD (Typ.
17 Tron TR30 AIR TEST AND MAINTENANCE RECORDS Below is an overview of all test and control details. Date B/N/T* Signature Insp *B=New battery, N=New Tron TR30 AIR, T=Test.
Tron TR30 AIR 18 34 EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS
19 AMENDMENT RECORDS Tron TR30 AIR Vers Date Reason By A 20.Mar.2019 First revision of manual.
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