Tait T2017 User Manual
T2017
User’s Guide
The radio can be programmed with a timer to limit the
length of a transmission. Three warning beeps are given
when this time limit is exceeded. Release the PTT key
before proceeding.
To receive calls on a single channel, ensure that the
required channel is selected. To be able to receive calls on
several channels, refer to the procedure in the “Scanning”
section.
The radio remains muted until there is activity on the
channel. To respond to a call, press the PTT key and follow
protocol.
Your T2017 radio can be programmed with muting
facilities, so that the user is not disturbed by calls which
are not clear or not intended for the user.
The following table describes the muting and toggling
functions of the monitor key (
).
Getting Started
Your T2017 mobile radio is microprocessor controlled and
can be customized to suit the needs of your fleet.
If the T2017 does not operate as described in this User’s
Guide, contact your system manager.
Rotating the on/off/volume control clockwise turns on the
radio and increases volume.
Turn on the radio and rotate the on/off/volume control
clockwise, to about one third of its maximum setting. You
may need to finally set the volume level when you receive
you first call.
When the radio is powered on, the radio resumes
operation on the same channel that was selected prior to
the radio being powered off.
The current channel is shown in the control head display.
Press the
and
keys to scroll through the
available channels, or
Press the
M1
or
M2
key to switch directly to a
programmed channel or group. Memory key channels are
assigned when the radio is programmed.
Powering On
Selecting a
Channel
Variation in
Radio Setup
Receiving
a Call
Responding
to Calls
Monitor
•
DANGER: SWITCH THE RADIO OFF AT
PETROL FILLING STATIONS.
•
DANGER: SWITCH THE RADIO OFF IN
THE VICINITY OF EXPLOSIVE DEVICES
(such as in a quarry that uses blasting
techniques).
•
Use of a handheld microphone or a radio
while driving could contravene the
legislation that applies in your country or
state. Please check the vehicle
regulations of your own country.
Additional
Safety
Warnings
Safety Training Information
This product generates radio frequency
energy during transmissions. This device
must be restricted to work-related use in
an occupational/controlled exposure
environment.
The radio operator must have control of
the exposure conditions and duration of all persons exposed
to the antenna of this transmitter to satisfy FCC RF exposure
compliance. This device is not approved for general
population use.
•
It must only be used with authorized accessories and
antennas.
•
The operator must ensure that the minimum safe
distance of 0.9 m (35 inches) between persons and the
antenna is maintained during transmissions.
•
Do not exceed a duty cycle ratio of 50% transmit mode
to stand-by or receive modes. The radio is in transmit
mode when the PTTkey on the microphone is pressed
and the transmit LED (light emitting diode) illuminates
on the control head display.
FCC RF
Exposure
Limits
Transmit
Timer
Making Calls (continued)
To transmit a call, press the PTT key. Once the PTT key is
released, you are able to receive a reply.
Feature
CTCSS/DCS,
& selective
call mutes
RF squelch
Function
Eliminates signals that do not
carry the fleet’s special
signaling.
Note that the monitor key
may be programmed to
override CTCSS/DCS or
selective call mute, or both.
Eliminates signals that are
weaker than a preset level.
Turning squelch off may
allow you to hear weak, but
intelligible, transmissions.
To Enable/Disable
Press the monitor key (
).
(If hookswitch monitoring is
programmed, lifting the
microphone off the
microphone clip has the
same effect.) Press the
monitor key to reactivate.
Press and hold the monitor
key (
). Press the monitor
key to reactivate.
Using the
PTT Key
Making Calls
This section describes how to make a call from your T2017.
1
Select a channel.
2
Check that the channel is clear of traffic. There is
traffic on the channel if the busy LED is glowing,
although the radio’s squelch feature may prevent you
from hearing it.
3
When the channel is clear, lift the microphone, press
the PTT key and speak into the microphone.
4
Once you have finished speaking, release the PTT key.
The PTT key on the side of the microphone switches the
radio between transmit and receive modes. Each time the
radio transmits, the transmit LED illuminates.
Transmitting
a Call