FCC ID: K95BKR5000-V VHF Transceiver

Contents Introduction.....................................................................................1 FCC Requirements .........................................................................1 Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Compliance .....................................................................................2 Safety Precautions .........................................................................4 Information and Options ...............................................................7 Battery Installation and Removal .................................................8 Battery Care and Maintenance ....................................................9 Antenna Installation and Removal ...............................................9 Radio Controls ..............................................................................10 LCD Display ...................................................................................11 Status Indicators .......................................................................... 11 Programmable Switch and Button Functions ...........................13 Options and Labels .......................................................................14 Channel/Zone Selection Options ................................................17 Channel/Zone Selector Knob ........................................................17 Button/Menu Item Selection ..........................................................17 Direct Keypad Entry ......................................................................17 Using Knob and Button Operations Together ...............................18 Basic Radio Operation .................................................................18 Command Zone Operation ..........................................................19 Building a Command Zone [CHAN+] ............................................19 Editing a Command Zone [CHAN-] ...............................................19 Code Guard/NAC Operation ........................................................20 Code Guard Receive.....................................................................20 Code Guard Transmit ....................................................................20 Analog Squelch Control ................................................................20 APCO Project 25 Digital Squelch Control .....................................21 Mixed Mode Operation .................................................................22 Trunking Channel Basic Operation ............................................23 Scan Options ................................................................................24 Channel Scan [SCAN] ..................................................................24 Channel Scan List [SCN+] ............................................................25 Talkback Scan ...............................................................................25 Vote Scan [Requires Option KZA0581].........................................25 Dual Mode Scan [DSCN] ..............................................................26 Enhanced Scan [ESCN] ................................................................26 Priority Scan [PSCN] ....................................................................26 Priority Channel Select [PRI] ........................................................27 Zone Scan [ZSCN] ........................................................................28 Zone Scan List [ZSC+] ..................................................................28 Pick List Options ..........................................................................29 TX/RX CxCSS Picklist [TXCG] [RXCG] .......................................29 TX/RX Network Access Code Picklist [TNAC] [RNAC] ................29 Talk Group ID Picklist [TGID] ........................................................30 Encryption Key Picklist [KEY] .......................................................30 Keyset Picklist [KSET] ...................................................................30 Unit-to-Unit Call Options .............................................................31 Emergency Signaling Options ....................................................33 Encryption Operation ..................................................................34 Required Setup .............................................................................34 Basic Operation.............................................................................34 Transmit Secure [SEC] ..................................................................35 Transmit Encryption Key Selection [KEY] .....................................35 User Selectable Encryption Keyset [KEYST] ................................35 Rekey Request [RKEY] .................................................................36 Keyset Viewing and Selecting [KSET] ..........................................36 Zeroizing [ZERO] ..........................................................................36 Messaging ....................................................................................37 Text Messaging [TXT] ...................................................................37 Short Message Update [MSG] ......................................................39 User Update Messaging [STS] ......................................................39 Paging and Call Alert ..................................................................41 Conventional Two-Tone/DTMF/MDC1200 Paging [MUTE] .......... 41 Call Alert Paging [ALRT] ..............................................................41 Radio Check [RCHK] ...................................................................42 Radio Inhibit/Enable [INH]/[UNINH] ............................................43 Other Options and Functions .....................................................44 Backlight [LITE] .............................................................................44 Battery Life [LIFE] .........................................................................44 Busy Channel Operation ...............................................................44 Channel Select [CHAN] ................................................................45 Cloning [CLON] .............................................................................45 Contrast .........................................................................................46 Control Lockout [LCK] ...................................................................46 Date and Time [DATE] ..................................................................46 Global Positioning [GPS] ...............................................................47 Hard Power Down [PWRD] ...........................................................47 Keypad Programming ...................................................................48 Minimum Volume [VOL] ................................................................48 Monitor [MON] ...............................................................................48 Nuisance Channel Delete [DEL] ...................................................48 Phone [PHN] and Hang Up [HANG] .............................................49 Radio Accountability Tone [RAT] ..................................................49 Radio info ......................................................................................49 Repeater Talkaround [T/A] ............................................................49 Send Alert Tone [SNDT] ...............................................................49 Send Signal [SEND] ......................................................................50 Squelch Adjust [SQL] ....................................................................50 Site Display [STDS] .......................................................................50 Site Lock [STLK] ...........................................................................50 Site Search [STSR] .......................................................................50 Surveillance Mode [SURV] ...........................................................51 System Test ...................................................................................51 Transmit Digital [TXAD] ................................................................51 Transmit Power [PWR] ..................................................................51 Two-Tone Select [TONE] ..............................................................51 Versions ........................................................................................52 Zone Select [ZONE] (Conventional and Trunked Channels) ........52 Keypad Programming ..................................................................53 Keypad Programming Navigation .................................................53 Entering Keypad Programming Mode ...........................................54 Global, System, Zone and Channel Parameters...........................54 Global Settings ......................................................................54 Displayed Information Lines ..................................................54 User Password ......................................................................56 System Settings .....................................................................56 System Priority 1 or 2 Channel ..............................................56 Tx on Priority 1 Channel ........................................................56 Zone Settings ........................................................................56 Add Zone ...............................................................................56 Delete Zone ...........................................................................57 Edit Zone ...............................................................................57 Channel Settings ...................................................................57 Add Channel ..........................................................................58 Delete Channel ......................................................................58 Edit Channel ..........................................................................58 P25 ID Unit Call/Receive List ........................................................60 User Selectable Code Guards ......................................................60 User Selectable Network Access Codes ......................................62 User Selectable Talkgroup IDs ......................................................62 BK Technologies Warranty Information ....................................63 My Radio Settings ........................................................................67 BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the BKR5000 Portable radio from BK Technologies. The BKR5000 APCO Project 25 radio offers an array of programmable functionality to help radio users get the most out of their portable communications. Check with your BK Technologies dealer or communications officer for information on the programmed functions of your radio prior to operation. This manual contains information concerning the operation procedures for the BKR5000 Portable radio. The BKR5000 has been designed to meet the tough requirements of todays communications environment. Please take a moment to read the information in this manual so you can get optimum performance from your new radio. FCC Requirements Your radio must be properly licensed by the Federal Communications Commission prior to use. Your BK Technologies dealer can assist you in meeting these requirements. Your dealer will program each radio with your authorized frequencies, signaling codes, etc., and will be there to meet your communications needs as your system expands. The FCC rules require manufacturers to comply with the FCC RF energy exposure limits for portable 2-way radios before they can be marketed in the U.S. When 2-way radios are used as a consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of and able to control their exposure to meet occupational requirements. Exposure awareness can be facilitated by the use of a product label directing users to specific user awareness information. Your BKR5000 2-way radio has a RF exposure product label. Also, your BK5000 owners and service manuals include information and operating instructions required to control your RF exposure and to satisfy compliance requirements. Compliance with RF Exposure Standards Your BKR5000 2-way radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of national and international standards and guidelines (listed below) for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy.

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BK Technologies This radio complies with the IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure environment at operating duty factors of up to 50% transmitting and is authorized by the FCC for occupational use only. In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with the FCC exposure guidelines, your radio radiates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking), not when it is receiving (listening) or in Standby Mode. Note: The approved batteries supplied with this radio are rated for a 5-5-90 duty factor (5% talk - 5%

listen - 90% standby), even though this radio complies with the FCC occupational RF exposure limits and may operate at duty factors of up to 50% talk. Your BKR5000 2-way radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and guidelines:

United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR 1.1307, 1.1310, 2.1091 and 2.1093 American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992 Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 Edition Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Compliance This device complies with Industry Canadas license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference; and

(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. WARNING:

Under Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Conformment la rglementation d'Industrie Canada, le prsent metteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou infrieur) approuv pour l'metteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de rduire les risques de brouillage radiolectrique l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonne quivalente

(p.i.r.e.) ne dpassepas l'intensit ncessaire l'tablissement d'une communication satisfaisante. The BKR5000 Radio Transmitter has been approved by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device. Le prsent metteur radio (identifier le dispositif par son numro de certification ou son numro de modle s'il fait partie du matriel de catgorie I) a t approuv par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne numrs ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impdance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est suprieur au gain maximal indiqu, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'metteur. Approved Antenna:

Antenna Freq. Range Impedance Gain Radiation Polarization BKR0810 136-174MHz 50 Ohms

-5 to 0 dBi, max Omni Vertical Please refer to the following websites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how to control your exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits. http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf/eng/sf01904.html http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/ceb-bhst.nsf/eng/h_tt00080.html

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BK Technologies Safety Precautions Do not operate the transmitter in close proximity to blasting caps. Do not operate the radio in an explosive atmosphere (petroleum fuels, solvents, dust, etc.) unless your radio is an intrinsically safe model designed for such use. RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION, AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE REQUIREMENTS BEFORE USING YOUR PORTABLE 2-WAY RADIO, READ THIS IMPORTANT RF ENERGY AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH THE FCCS RF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES. NOTICE: This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions, where users have full knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over their exposure to meet FCC limits. This radio device is NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or any other use. This 2-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency

(RF) spectrum to provide communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses radio frequency (RF) energy or radio waves to send and receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy; other forms include electric power, radar, sunlight and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these other forms of electromagnetic energy, which when used improperly can cause biological damage. Very high levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic material. The energy levels associated with radio waves from portable 2-way radios, when properly used, are not great enough to cause biological damage. Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health and industry work with organizations to develop standards for exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for both workers and the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins of protection. All 2-way radios

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual marketed in North America are designed, manufactured and tested to ensure they meet government established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also recommend specific operating instructions to users of 2-way radios. These instructions are important because they inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it. Please refer to the following websites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how to control your exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits. http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines and Operation Instructions To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the occupational/

controlled environment exposure limits always adhere to the following procedures. Guidelines:

Do not remove the RF Exposure Label from the device. User awareness instructions must accompany device when transferred to other users. Do not use this device if the operational requirements described herein are not met. Operating Instructions:

Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time. To transmit (talk), push the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button. To receive calls, release the PTT button. Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because this radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards compliance). Hold the radio in a vertical position in front of face with the microphone

(and the other parts of the radio, including the antenna) at least one inch (2.5 cm) away from the nose. Keeping the radio at the proper distance is important because RF exposures decrease with distance from the antenna. Antenna should be kept away from eyes. When worn on the body, always place the radio in a BK Technologies approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for this product. Using approved body-worn accessories is important because the use of BK Technologies or other manufacturers non-approved accessories may result in exposure levels which exceed the FCCs occupational/

controlled environment RF exposure limits.

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BK Technologies If you are not using a body-worn accessory and are not using the radio in the intended use position in front of the face, then ensure the antenna and the radio are kept at least one inch (2.5 cm) from the body when transmitting. Keeping the radio at the proper distance is important because RF exposures decrease with increasing distance from the antenna. Changes or modifications to the radio and/or equipment that is not approved by BK Technologies could void the user's authority to operate the radio. Use only BK Technologies approved supplied or replacement antennas, batteries, and accessories. Use of non-BK Technologies approved antennas, batteries, and accessories may exceed the FCC RF exposure guidelines. For a list of BK Technologies approved accessories visit the following website: http://www.bktechnologies.com. The AMBE voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. The user of this software is explicitly prohibited from attempting to decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the object code, or in any other way convert the object code into a human-readable form. This software is licensed solely for use within this product. US Patent Nos. #6,912,495 B2, #5,870,405, #5,826,222, #5,754,974, #5,715,365, #5,701,390,

#5,649,050, #5,630,011, #5,581,656, #5,517,511, #5,491,772,

#5,247,579, #5,226,084, and #5,195,166. Contact Information For additional information on exposure requirements or other information, visit website http://www.bktechnologies.com.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Information and Options BKR5000 radios operate in the VHF frequency band. Up to 8192 channels can be programmed into the radio. The channels may be divided into operating zones. Zones can be designated as standard operating zones or command zones. Command zones are made of up of channels selected from standard operating zones. Band RF Power Output Operating Frequency VHF 136 - 174Mhz

(Low-Hi) 1 - 6W

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BK Technologies Features Factory installed options are listed on a tag located on the back of your radio near the top. Features Encryption OTAR LTE Cloning GPS Soft Power Down Comments FIPS 140-2 Level 2 Level 3 (Physical Security) Support Encryption TBD, OTNP, OTNR, AVL, MCPTT BKR, KNG2, Legacy Receives GPS and GLONASS data P25 Trunking P25 FDMA, P25 TDMA, P25 ISSI Roaming Battery Installation and Removal NOTE: For safety reasons, rechargeable battery packs are shipped uncharged or only partially charged. Therefore, a rechargeable battery pack should be properly charged in an approved battery charger before use. Only BK Technologies approved batteries should be used to insure proper operation and specifications. Installing the Battery 1. 2. 3. Turn the radio off. Align the battery with the radio as shown. Push the battery upwards into the radio until release tabs click into place.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Removing the Battery 1. 2. Push in the release tabs on each side of the battery. Pull the battery downwards away from the radio. NOTE: All information programmed into the radio is maintained even when the battery pack is removed. Battery Care and Maintenance BKR5000 battery packs are available in a variety of capacities and types for special applications. Rechargeable battery packs can be charged separately or while attached to a radio. Periodically check the contacts on the battery pack for dirt or debris that could prevent a good electrical contact with the charging base. WARNING!

DO NOT DROP A BATTERY PACK INTO FIRE. AN EXPLOSION MAY OCCUR Antenna Installation and Removal NOTE: Transmitting without an antenna could result in damage to your radio. Use BK Technologies approved antennas only. Use of non-qualified or mismatched antennas could result in diminished radio operation. Published radio specifications cannot be guaranteed with non-approved antennas. Bent, broken or damaged antennas should be replaced.

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BK Technologies Installing the Antenna Removing the Antenna Radio Controls On/Off Volume 3 Programmable Side Buttons Push-to-Talk Insert the radios antenna connector into the threaded connector of the antenna and turn it clockwise until it is firmly seated. Holding the base, turn the antenna counterclockwise until released. Channel/Zone Select Speaker Microphone Accessory Connector Color Display Programmable Buttons Collar Switches Antenna Connector Keypad Channel Display Emergency Button

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual LCD Display Receiver Signal Strength 6:28 CHANNEL 1 380.00000 BKR5000 Programmable Button Labels CHAN ZONE SCAN MENU Status Indicators Battery Level Indicator Programmable Alphanumeric Labels The BKR5000 display can be programmed for a variety of options and functionality. Check with your BK Technologies dealer or communications officer for information on the programmed functions of your radio. NOTE: The BKR5000 display can be programmed to display different information when a trunking or conventional channel is selected. Status Indicators RXD, RXA Receive Digital, Receive Analog, Hold Time Active TXD, TXA Transmit Digital, Transmit Analog

, Low or High transmit power Selected channel is encrypted. Flashing means a reception is decrypted - solid means next TX will be encrypted. C D Z P C P Channel Scan On Dual Mode Scan On Zone Scan On Priority Scan On Monitor Mode Open Audio Voice Mute Enabled Repeater Talkaround Enabled

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BK Technologies Status Indicators GPS Enabled iP Trunking IP Data Enabled Alphanumeric Label Options NOTE: Three radio information lines are programmable with PC Radio Editor. None No information is displayed. Channel Label Channel Number Alphanumeric label of currently selected channel or active scanned channel. Channel number of currently selected channel or active scanned channel. Channel # and Zone Currently selected channel numbers and zone. Date and Time Displays date and time. DTMF*

Frequency*

MDC*

Radio Name Received TGID Rxd Unit ID Rx/Tx Key Rx Picklist Selections*

Subaudible*

Displays the numeric DTMF tones of received signal. Operating frequency of currently selected channel or active scanned channel. Displays the numeric MDC ID or received signal DTMF. Displays radio name. P25 Talk Group ID of the radio transmitting the message currently being received. P25 ID of a received digital signal. If the incoming ID is programmed in your Unit ID Call List list, the associated label will be displayed. During standby you radio ID number is displayed. Currently selected encryption key. NAC, TGID or Code Guard currently selected from the programmable RX Pick Lists. Displays CxCSS value of received signal. Tx Picklist Selections* NAC, TGID or Code Guard currently selected from the programmable TX Pick Lists.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Alphanumeric Label Options Unit ID Shows your P25 Unit ID While receiving, the ID of the radio transmitting the message is displayed If the received ID is programmed in your radio's Call List, the corresponding label will be displayed Zone Label Label of currently selected zone. Zone and Channel #

Currently selected zone and channel numbers. Zone Number

*Conventional Channels Only Currently selected zone number. Programmable Switch and Button Functions The BKR5000 portable radio is equipped with 15 programmable control buttons and two programmable switches. Switch and button functions are assigned via PC programming. NOTE: Switches, keypad, buttons and menu items can be programmed for different functions when a trunking or conventional channel is selected. Button Options and Labels The front and side buttons are programmable with RES (Radio Editor Software). The programmed functions are activated by pressing the associated button. Active functions are indicated by a highlighted background. SCN = Active, SCN = Inactive. Side Buttons Collar Switches Emergency Button Front Buttons Off On

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BK Technologies Keypad Menu Operation One button can be programmed as Menu. Items shown in the Options and Labels table can be programmed and arranged via PC programming. These items can then be accessed with the Menu button. 1/3 To select from the menu:

1: BACKLIGHT 2:

CHANNEL SELECT 3:

MONITOR MODE 4:

MUTE 5:

ZONE SELECT ESC PREV NEXT ENT 1. Press the programmed Menu button. 2. Scroll to the desired menu item with the navigation PREV and NEXT buttons. 3. Press the center navigation button to open the item. Options and Labels Menu Switch Button Label Trunk Conv. Backlight Battery Life Call Alert Channel Add/Delete Channel Scan Channel Scan List Channel Select Cloning Contrast Control Lock Date and Time Dual Mode Scan Dual Mode Scan List Emergency1 Enhanced Scan GPS*

Hang Up Hard Power Down Home Channel Keyset Select Inhibit Menu Minimum Volume x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x CHAN+/-

LITE LIFE ALRT SCAN SCN+

CHAN

LCK DATE DSCN DSED ESCN GPS HANG PWRD HOME INH KSET MENU VOL x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x

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x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Options and Labels (cont.) Menu Switch Button Label Trunk Conv. Nuisance Delete Monitor Phone Picklist - Rx CxCSS Picklist - Rx NAC Picklist - Talkgroup ID Picklist - Tx CxCSS Picklist - Tx NAC Picklist-KEY**

Priority Channel Priority Scan Radio Accountability Tone Radio Check Radio Info Rekey Request***

Repeater Talkaround2 Send Alert Tone Send Signal Short Message Update Site Display****

Site Lock****

Site Search****

Squelch Adjust Surveillance Mode System Test Talkback Scan Text Message Two-Tone Select Tx Digital/Analog Tx Power Tx Secure**

Uninhibit Unit Call User Update x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x

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MON DEL PHN RXCG RXNC TGID TXCG TXNC KEY PRI PSCN RAT RCHK

RKEY T/A SNDT SEND MSG STDS STLK STSR SQL SURV

TKBK TXT TONE TXAD PWR SEC UNINH UNIT STS x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x BK Technologies Options and Labels (cont.) Version Voice Mute2 Zeroize Keys**

Zone Scan Zone Scan List Zone Select Menu Switch Button Label Trunk Conv. x x x x x x x

MUTE ZERO ZSCN ZSC+

ZONE x x x x x x x x x x x x x x 1Emergency button can only be assigned to the orange button. 2Works on a per-channel basis.

*Requires GPS option.

**Requires Encryption option.

***Requires Encryption and OTAR options.

****Requires P25 Trunking option.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Channel/Zone Selection Options The BKR5000 can be programmed with up to 8192 individual channels. These channels can be divided into zones of one or more channels. Accessing a channel or zone depends on radio programming. Channels or zones can be selected using the channel/zone select knob, by an assigned button or menu item or by direct keypad entry. More than one selection mode can be programmed. Channel/Zone Selector Knob When programmed with the default setting, the channel/zone knob is used to select a channel (1-16) from the active zone. If programmed to select zones, zones (1-16) will be selected with the knob. Channels or zones above sixteen can only be accessed via button, menu or keypad selection. See below. Button/Menu Item Selection ZONE SELECT 1/5 1: Label 1 2: Label 2 3: Label 3 4: Label 4 5: Label 5 ESC PREV NEXT ENT ZONE SELECT 3/5 11: Label 11 12: Label 12 15 13: Label 13 14: Label 14 15: Label 15 ESC PREV NEXT ENT If programmed to a button, pressing the button will display the list of available channels or zones. If programmed as a menu item, the lists can be displayed by selecting Zone or Channel select from the menu list. (See Keypad Menu Operation) Use the PREV and NEXT buttons to scroll to the desired selection. Alternatively, the number keys can be used to jump directly to the desired channel or zone. Press the button marked ENTER to go to the highlighted zone or channel. Direct Keypad Entry The numeric keypad may also be programmed to directly select channels or zones. Pressing a number will activate the zone or channel list. ZONE SELECT 3/5 11: Label 11 12: Label 12 15 13: Label 13 14: Label 14 15: Label 15 ESC PREV NEXT ENT Select the desired channel or zone and press the button marked ENTER or the center navigation button to go to the highlighted location. Press the button marked ESCAPE to cancel the selection and return to the currently operating zone or channel.

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BK Technologies Using Knob and Button Operations Together When selected via the button, menu or keypad method, the entered channel or zone becomes active regardless of the knob position. When the knob is turned, the radio leaves the keypad selected channel and goes to the selection indicated by the knob position. Example: With the channel select knob on channel 1, selecting channel 12 from the keypad will switch the operating channel to channel 12. Turning the channel knob to channel 2, switches the operating channel to channel 2. Basic Radio Operation Turn power on by turning the Volume knob clockwise. A beep sounds, indicating the radio is operational. The LCD display shows the programmed display information of the currently selected channel. Receive RXD 3:33 CHANNEL 1 380.00000 BKR5000 LITE T/A MENU LCK CHANNEL SL ZONE SEL MENU Transmit Microphone PTT TXD TXD 3:33 CHANNEL 1 380.00000 BKR5000 CHANNEL SL ZONE SEL MENU Set the volume knob to approximately 50-60%. When a signal is received, indicators on the left side of the display show the signal strength and operating mode of the incoming transmission. RXA = analog, RXD = digital. To check radio volume when no signal is being received, put the Monitor mode in Open Squelch (see Monitor) and adjust the volume to a comfortable level. 1. Press the PTT (Push-To-Talk) switch. When the radio is transmitting the indicator LED glows red and TXD or TXA appears in the display. 2. Talk in a normal voice with the microphone one to two inches from your mouth. 3. Release the PTT switch to stop transmitting. If the length of your message is nearing the programmed Time-Out Timer setting, a tone sounds indicating 5 seconds left to transmit. At the end of the programmed time, the transmitter automatically shuts off and an alert tone sounds. To continue transmission, release the

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual PTT switch, then press it again and continue talking. If the Transmit Indicator does not glow and a tone sounds, you are on a receive-only channel or the channel is busy (see Busy Channel Lockout). Select an authorized transmit channel. NOTE: When using a channel programmed for mixed mode transmit the signal will be transmitted in the mode selected by the TX Digital selection. Or if programmed for Mixed Mode Talkback, the radio will transmit in the mode of the last received channel while the RX icon is displayed. (See Mixed Mode Operation.) Command Zone Operation The BKR5000 portable radio allows construction of Command Zones drawn from any of the programmed channels in standard operating zones. Each zone is designated as a Standard Operating Zone or a Command Zone with the PC Radio Editor. Building a Command Zone [CHAN+]

To build a Command Zone the Channel Add/Delete function must be assigned to a programmable button. While operating in a standard zone press the CHAN+ button to add the currently selected channel to a command zone. The list of available command zones will be displayed. Use the up/down arrows to select the zone to add the channel or use the number keys to move directly to the desired zone. Pressing the Enter button copies the channel information to the first available channel slot in the selected command zone. Example: If the command zone has three channels, the newly added channel will be channel four. Editing a Command Zone [CHAN-]

When operating in a Command Zone, press the CHAN- button to remove the selected channel from the zone. When a channel is deleted, the display momentarily shows Channel Deleted, and the following channels move up in the list. For example, if channel 5 is deleted, channel 6 becomes the new channel 5, channel 7 becomes the new channel 6, etc. NOTE: Modifications to a command zone channel, such as User Selected Tones, do not affect the original standard zone channel.

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BK Technologies Code Guard/NAC Operation Conventional Channels Code Guard Receive Analog channels programmed with a receive code guard will be heard only when the proper carrier frequency and Code Guard value is received. Analog and mixed mode receive channels will also unmute when the radio is in monitor mode. This is also true of digital channels. Monitor mode is carrier squelch only. Code Guard Transmit Whenever transmitting on an analog channel, any programmed sub-

audible Code Guard is transmitted. Depending on radio programming, the Code Guard can be the default tone assigned to the channel or a tone selected from the Code Guard Picklist (see Pick List Options). The frequency must be clear prior to transmitting on a Code Guarded channel. If the LED Indicator is green or blinking green do not transmit. Busy Channel Lockout can be programmed to disallow transmitting while a channel is busy. 1. Press the PTT switch. When the transmitter is on, the LED Indicator glows red and TX appears in the display. 2 Talk in a normal voice with the microphone one to two inches from your mouth. 3. Release the PTT switch to stop transmitting. Busy Channel/Transmit Indicator TX A C h 1 KNG - P25 1 71.58500 MHz LITE T/A MENU LCK Analog Squelch Control Sub-audible signaling (CTCSS/CDCSS) is used to allow a group of radios to be selectively called in an analog system. Programming the receive code guard equal to zero allows for Carrier Squelch operation, where the radio will unmute whenever a carrier is detected regardless of the transmitted Code Guard.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual APCO Project 25 Digital Squelch Control Network Access Codes (NACs) provide the digital equivalent of analog sub-audible signaling (CTCSS/CDCSS) allowing a group of radios to be selectively called within a system. Users in the same area (using the same NAC) can be further divided into Talk Groups, with each group having its own Talk Group ID (TGID). Group Calls are made by designating both the users NAC and TGID. Each radio also has an individual P25 unit ID. A Unit-to-Unit call contains the addressees NAC, and uses the addressees P25 unit ID instead of the TGID. When operating in Digital Mode, each channel can be programmed to use either Normal squelch or Selective squelch. Normal squelch is used to mimic analog operation. Signals are only qualified with the programmed NAC. TGIDs and P25 Unit IDs are ignored. Each digital channel is programmed with a receive NAC and a transmit NAC. When an incoming signals NAC matches the channels programmed receive NAC, the radio unmutes. The default NAC is 0659

($293 hex). The digital equivalent of carrier squelch is achieved by programming the receive NAC = $F7E (3966 decimal). The radio will unmute when a digital signal with any NAC is detected. The $F7E (3966 decimal) NAC is reserved for receivers and is not allowed as a transmit NAC. Selective squelch is used for processing Group Calls and Unit-to-

Unit Calls. TGIDs are assigned on a per-channel basis. Users can be separated into Talk Groups with each group having its own TGID. Then, on channels programmed for Selective squelch, the incoming signals NAC and TGID must match the channels programmed receive NAC and TGID for the radio to unmute. The default TGID is 1. The TGID value 65535 ($FFFF hex) is used to effect an All Call. If the radio receives a signal with a matching NAC and the TGID = 65535

($FFFF hex), it will unmute. Also, if the radios programmed TGID is 65535 ($FFFF hex), it will open on any signal with a matching NAC, ignoring the incoming TGID. A TGID = 0 means no one. If the radio is programmed with the TGID = 0, it will accept incoming group calls containing the All Call TGID, and correctly addressed Unit-to-Unit calls only.

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BK Technologies Mixed Mode Operation The receiver and transmitter are capable of operating in analog wide-

band (25 kHz channel spacing), analog narrow-band (12.5 kHz channel spacing) and APCO Project 25 Digital Mode. Each channels Receive and Transmit Mode can be set independently as follows:

Mode RX TX Analog Digital Mixed Receive qualified analog signals only Receive qualified digital signals only Transmit analog signals only Transmit digital signals only Automatically receive qualified analog or digital signals Transmit analog or digital signal, depending on the status of TX Digital switch Digital receptions and transmissions will be indicated by illuminating the D annunciator in addition to the RX or TX annunciator. Analog receptions and transmissions will be indicated by illuminating the A annunciator in MENU addition to the RX or TX annunciator. TXD 3:33 CHANNEL 1 380.00000 BKR9000 3:33 TXA CHANNEL SL ZONE SEL CHANNEL 1 380.00000 BKR9000 CHANNEL SL ZONE SEL Mixed Mode Talkback If Mixed Mode Talkback is enabled, transmissions initiated while hold MENU time remains will be in the same mode as the received signal, on the frequency of the Ready to Transmit (RTX) channel. Depending on radio state, the RTX channel can be the main channel, a held scan or priority channel if Talkback Scan is enabled, or the Priority 1 channel if TX on PR1 is enabled. TX Mode on the RTX channel must be set to MIXED. While hold time after a reception remains, transmissions will be in the 3:33 CHANNEL 1 same mode as the received signal, regardless of the status of the TX Digital switch. As in Talkback Scan, the RTX channel and receive annunciators will be displayed for the duration of the timer. RXD 380.00000 Press the PTT while the RX BKR9000 indicator is shown CHANNEL SL ZONE SEL MENU

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Trunking Channel Basic Operation Some BKR5000 radios are equipped with optional P25 Trunking capability. To determine if your radio is trunking compatible, remove the battery and check the Options Label. KZA0579 indicates the trunking option is installed. Trunking parameters and functions can only be programmed by qualified persons via PC. Contact your system administrator or radio dealer for information on how your radio is programmed. System Registration If the radio is powered on when a trunking channel is selected, the radio will attempt to register with the selected trunking system. The LED will flash twice upon successfully registering with the system and setting talkgroup affiliation. If the affiliation was unsuccessful the LED will continue to flash. If the radio is not in range of the system Out of Range will be displayed and an alert tone will sound every ten seconds. If registration is refused or denied, a denied message and tone will appear briefly before switching to Out of Range mode. After successful registration the programmed LCD display criteria is displayed. Transmitting When the PTT is pressed, if the channel is available a three beep Talk Permit Tone will be heard and the radio will transmit. If there is no channel available the radio will emit a tone and display BUSY. Release the PTT. The radio will remain in busy mode until the channel is available. When the channel becomes available the three beep Talk Permit Tone will be emitted. Re-press the PTT to continue your call. If the PTT is not pressed within two seconds of the Talk Permit Tone, the radio will return to normal standby mode.

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BK Technologies Scan Options Channel Scan [SCAN]

Conventional Channels When on, Channel Scan monitors activity on the scan list channels in the currently operating zone. Scan operates only while the radio is not transmitting. Channels designated as scan channels are identified by the symbol at the top of the LCD display. If allowed, the scan list can be edited by the radio user. (See Channel Scan List). When Channel Scan is on, the C the LCD display. symbol will be shown at the top of When a signal is detected, scanning stops and the message is received. The received channel is shown in place of the selected channel. Once the signal ends, the radio continues to monitor the channel for the preset scan hold time before it resumes scanning. Channel Scan operation can be assigned to a switch or as a button or a menu list item. Channel Scan may be used in conjunction with Priority Scan operation

(see Priority Scan). Scanning Code Guarded Channels Conventional Analog Channels When a signal is detected, scanning stops while the radio checks for the proper Code Guard value. If the signal contains the proper Code Guard value, the radio receives the message. Otherwise, the radio resumes scanning immediately. Transmitting with Scan On The radio transmits on the channel selected by the Channel Selector knob unless Talkback Scan is enabled, and PTT is pressed within the radio's scan hold time (see Talkback Scan) or Priority Scan is on and Transmit on Priority 1 is enabled (see Priority Scan).

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Channel Scan List [SCN+]

Conventional Channels The Channel Scan List allows the radio user to add or remove channels from the list of channels to be monitored while channel scanning. Channels designated as scan channels are identified by the symbol at the top of the LCD display. The Scan List operation can be assigned as a button or menu list item. To edit the Channel Scan list, select the channel you wish to add or remove from the scan list. Press "+/-" to add or remove. Channels in the scan list will be indicated with the symbol. If Vote Scan option is installed, pressing the "+/-" button will cycle the scan setting for the selected channel through checked (for scan on),

"(V)" for Vote Scan, and Off. When assigned as a menu item, open the menu and select the channel you wish to add or remove from the scan list. Press +/- to add or remove. Channels in the scan list will be indicated with the symbol. Talkback Scan Conventional and Trunking Channels If your radio is programmed for Talkback Scan, any PTT transmission that occurs while a channel is active or while scan hold time remains, will be on the transmit frequency of the received channel. The RX indicator will be shown in the display while scan hold time remains. Talkback Scan will not work if Priority Scan is on and your radio is also programmed to transmit on the Priority 1 channel (see Priority Scan). Vote Scan [Requires Option KZA0581]

Conventional Channels Channels in a multicast conventional systems can be added to the scan list and designated as voted channels. When a signal is received on a voted channel the radio checks all voted channels in the vote scan group and selects the channel with the best signal. If enabled, vote scanning takes place whenever the channel scan switch in on. NOTE: Channel voting occurs only with Channel Scan and is disabled when Zone Scanning. Channels programmed as Vote channels are treated as normal scan list channels during Zone Scan operation. Vote Scan groups can only be created in the PC Radio Editor. See also Priority Scan and Zone Scan.

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BK Technologies Dual Mode Scan [DSCN]

Conventional and Trunking Channels Dual Mode scan provides the ability to scan trunking and conventional channels simultaneously. NOTE: The Dual Mode Scan list must be setup using the PC Radio Editor and cannot be changed by the radio user. When Dual Mode Scan is turned on the D radio scans all channels in the dual mode scan list. icon is displayed and the Dual Mode Scan can be assigned to a switch or as a button or menu list item. For best operation, Dual Mode Scan should be assigned in both conventional and trunking global settings with the PC Radio Editor. Enhanced Scan [ESCN]

Conventional Channels Enhanced Scan combines Priority Scan and Channel Scan to one switch/button. Enabling Enhanced Scan will turn on both Priority and Channel Scan. Priority Scan [PSCN]

Conventional Channels Two channels can be designated as priority channels. When Priority Scan is on, these channels are monitored for incoming traffic. When a qualified signal is detected the speaker is opened to listen to the message. If a message is detected on the channel designated as Priority 2, the radio will continue to monitor Priority 1 channel for activity. If activity is detected the radio will switch to the Priority 1 channel. When used in conjunction with Channel Scan, the radio monitors the Priority channels and will switch from a scanned channel to the Priority channel if a qualified signal is detected. Depending on radio setup, priority channels can be tied to the currently operating zone or can be assigned to a specific channel regardless of the operating zone. Channels designated as Priority channels are identified by the P1 or P2 symbol at the top of the LCD display. When Priority Scan is on, the C symbol will be shown. P Priority Scan operation can be assigned to a switch or as a button or a menu list item. Trunked Channels When on trunked channels, Priority Scan is used to turn system scanning on or off.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Priority Channel Select [PRI]

Conventional Channels Depending on programming, priority channels can be radio-wide

(System) or zone specific (Zone). Radio-wide priority channels are monitored regardless of the current operating zone. (See Priority Scan for more details.) If enabled the user can use the keypad to change the priority channels. Priority Channel Select can be assigned to a switch or as a button or menu list item. Selecting a System Priority Channel Open the Priority Channel Select submenu using the assigned control. Highlight a System Priority Channel type from the list and press

"ENTER". The System Priority Channel submenu will appear. Options:

Off - Disables the priority channel. Use Main - Uses the selected channel as the priority channel. Select - Assigns a specific channel as the priority channel. To assign a specific channel as a System Priority Channel, highlight Select and press the ENTER button. The Zone selection menu will be displayed. Highlight the zone of the desired priority channel and press the ENTER button. The Channel selection menu will then be displayed. Highlight the desired channel and press the ENTER button to set the priority channel. The display will return to the main Priority Channel Select menu. Selecting a Zone Priority Channel Open the Priority Channel Select submenu using the assigned control. Highlight a Zone Priority Channel type from the list and press "ENTER". The Zone Priority Channel submenu will appear. Options:

Off - Disables the priority channel. Use Main - Uses the selected channel as the priority channel. Select - Assigns a specific channel as the priority channel. To assign a specific channel as a Zone Priority Channel, highlight Select and press the ENTER button. The Channel selection menu will be displayed.

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BK Technologies Highlight the desired channel and press the ENTER button to set the priority channel. The display will return to the main Priority Channel Select menu. Zone Scan [ZSCN]

Conventional Channels When Zone Scan and Channel Scan are on, the radio scans all programmed scan channels in zones designated as Zone Scan zones. If allowed, the scanned zone list can be edited by the radio user. (See Zone Scan List). When Zone Scan is on, the Z LCD display. P symbol will be shown at the top of the Zone Scan operation can be assigned to a switch or as a button or a menu list item and may be used in conjunction with Priority Scan operation. Zone Scan List [ZSC+]

Conventional Channels The Zone Scan List allows the radio user to add or remove zones from the list of zones to be scanned. The Zone Scan List operation can be assigned as a button or menu list item. When Zone Scan List is assigned to a button [ZSC+], press the button to add or remove the currently operating zone from the scan list. When assigned as a menu item, open the menu and select the Zone you wish to add or remove from the scan list. Press ENTER to add or remove. Zones in the scan list will be indicated with the symbol.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Pick List Options The BKR5000 provides users the ability to use Pick List options to program specific channels. Pick List Options can be assigned to a programmed button or as menu list items. Available Pick List options include:

Transmit Code Guards Receive Code Guards Transmit Network Access Codes Receive Network Access Codes Talk Group IDs Encryption Keys (see Encryption Operation) Encryption Keysets (see Encryption Operation) TX/RX CxCSS Picklist [TXCG] [RXCG]

Conventional Analog or Mixed Mode Channels Selecting a CTCSS/CDCSS Code Guard from the Pick List will assign the tone to the currently select analog or mixed-mode channel. User assigned Transmit and Receive Code Guards are selected independently. To change a Code Guard, open the RXCG or TXCG menu, select the desired tone and press ENTER. To return the tone to the pre-programmed value select Default. If allowed, picklist values can be changed through keypad programming. TX/RX Network Access Code Picklist [TNAC] [RNAC]

Conventional Digital or Mixed Mode Channels Selecting a Network Access Code (NAC) from the Pick List will assign the NAC to the currently select digital or mixed-mode channel. User assigned Transmit and Receive NACs are selected independently. To change a NAC, open the RXNAC or TXNAC menu, select the desired NAC and press ENTER. To return the NAC to the pre-programmed value select Default. If allowed, picklist values can be changed through keypad programming.

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BK Technologies Talk Group ID Picklist [TGID]

Conventional Digital Channels Selecting a Talk Group ID from the Pick List will assign the TGID to the currently select channel. All other channels are unaffected. Open the menu of available TGIDs. Select the desired Talk Group ID or, to return the TGID to the pre-

programmed value, select Default. Press ENTER to set the selection. If allowed, picklist values can be changed through keypad programming. Encryption Key Picklist [KEY]

Digital or Mixed Mode Channels Encryption equipped radios only. Selecting an Encryption Key from the Pick List will assign the key to all encrypted channels that do not have Key Lock programmed. Locked key channels will continue to use the pre-programmed key.

(See Encryption Operation) Keyset Picklist [KSET]

Digital or Mixed Mode Channels OTAR equipped radios only. Selecting a Keyset from the Pick List will cause the radio to use encryption keys from the selected Keyset.

(See Encryption Operation)

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Unit-to-Unit Call Options Individual Unit Call [UNIT]

Conventional Digital and Trunking Channels P25 Unit IDs allow for Unit-To-Unit calls when the radio is operating in Digital Mode. The function must be enabled by radio programming to allow this mode of operation. Channels programmed for analog only operation will not be able to transmit or receive Unit-To-Unit calls. Conventional Channels Placing an Individual Unit Call Open the Unit Call menu and select the desired Unit Call option. Last Call = Use the P25 ID of the last Call. Call List = Use the programmed P25 ID List. Enter ID = Enter a numeric P25 ID. Press Enter to enter Unit Call Mode. The LCD displays the ID number or associate label of the targeted radio. Press the PTT button to send the unit-to-unit call. To exit the Individual Call mode press Exit. If there is no response to the call after 60 seconds, the radio exits the Unit-to-Unit mode and returns to normal operation. Receiving an Individual Unit Call When a properly addressed unit call is received, an alert tone sounds and the LCD displays the ID number or associated label of the radio placing the call. Accept the call To accept the call and respond in unit-to-unit mode, press ACPT and transmit as normal. To exit the Individual Call mode, press Exit. Ignore the call To ignore the call and continue operating in normal mode, press IGNR.

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BK Technologies Unit-to Unit Callback If enabled, pressing PTT during the hold time results in a Unit-to-Unit call to the received unit ID. If there is no response to the call after 60 seconds, the radio returns to normal operation. Call List Programming If enabled with the PC Radio Editor, the P25 Call List for conventional channels can edited via the radios keypad programming function. Trunking Channels Limitations on unit-to-unit calls may programmed in trunking systems. Options include disallowing unit-to-unit operation, limiting operation to only the programmed unit call list or response only which allows the user to respond to incoming calls only. Check with your system administrator for information about your programmed features. Placing a Call When placing a unit-to-unit call on a trunking channel, a telephone-

type ring tone will be emitted until the targeted radio acknowledges or responds to the call. Receiving an Individual Unit Call When receiving a unit call, an alert tone will be emitted and the LCD will display the Unit ID of the radio sending the call. Press Accept to respond to the call or Ignore to remain in normal operation.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Emergency Signaling Options Conventional Digital and Trunking Channels The BKR5000 portable radio supports P25 Emergency Operation. When Emergency Operation is engaged the radio will transmit the P25 ID of the radio along with the required P25 Emergency bit. Emergency operation applies only to channels programmed for Digital or Mixed Mode transmissions. On channels programmed for analog or Mixe Mode transmissions, and not programmed for MDC Emergency Operation, the radio will not enter Emergency Mode. The radio will enter Emergency Mode when programmed for analog operation, if it is also properly programmed with the correct MDC settings. All scanning and priority functions will be disabled during Emergency operation. Depending on the radios PC programmable settings, emergency signal will be sent automatically or with each Push-to-Talk. Placing an Emergency Call To place an emergency call, press and hold the programmed emergency button until the radio beeps and the display flashes EMERGENCY. Radio automatically sends the emergency signal on the pre-programmed emergency channel. To return to normal operation press and hold the Emergency button or cycle radio power. Receiving an Emergency Signal To receive an emergency call, the radios receive mode must be programmed to Digital or Mixed. When receiving a qualified emergency call, the radio will beep. The display will flash the word EMERGENCY along with the P25 ID of the radio sending the signal, for the duration of the reception, as well as during any hold time. The RXD icon will also be lit.

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TXD 3:33 EMERGENCY 380.00000 BKR5000 CHANNEL SL ZONE SEL MENU RXD 3:33 EMERGENCY 380.00000 BKR5000 CHANNEL SL ZONE SEL MENU BK Technologies Encryption Operation Conventional and Trunking Channels The BKR5000 may optionally be configured for Secure communication on channels operating in Analog or Digital Mode. To determine if your radio is encryption compatible, remove the battery and check the Options Label near the top of the radio. KZA0577 indicates the encryption option is installed. Required Setup Radios that have the DES/AES factory option for encryption must have encryption keys loaded with an APCO Project 25 compatible key fill device such as the Motorola KVL 3000 Plus, using a BK Technologies keyloader cable. The radio can hold up to 64 AES and/or DES keys. After loading keys in the radio, the PC Radio Editor must be used to configure the radios key table and to assign default transmit keys to each channel. Radios that have the OTAR factory option support Over-the-Air Rekeying of encryption keys (OTAR). The PC Radio Editor must be used to enable OTAR and to mark the channel(s) that will communicate with the Key Management Facility (KMF). In addition, the radio must have key encryption keys (used only to encrypt other keys) loaded with an APCO Project 25 compatible key fill device such as the Motorola KVL 3000 Plus, using a BK Technologies keyloader cable. Basic Operation The receiver automatically detects both clear and secure signals. The transmitter selects clear or secure operation based on each channels programming. Digital channels can be programmed to always transmit encrypted, always transmit clear, or to select the encryption mode with the TX Secure switch. The display indicates Secure Operation as follows:

RXD 3:33 CHANNEL 1 380.00000 BKR5000 CHANNEL SL ZONE SEL MENU In Standby Mode, if the radio will transmit in Secure Mode when PTT is pressed, the encrypt icon is displayed. When receiving an encrypted signal, the encrypt icon '

' flashes in the display. When transmitting an encrypted signal, the LED alternates between red and blue.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Transmit Secure [SEC]

Channels programmed for selectable encryption can have Transmit Secure programmed as a switch, button or menu item. The default setting uses the collar switch to select Transmit Secure.

= encrypted, O = clear When SEC is on, encrypted channels programmed for switchable encryption will transmit an encrypted signal. NOTE: The SEC switch has no effect on channels programmed as Encrypted Only or Clear Only. Channels in the Ready-to-Transmit Encrypted mode will display the symbol on the top line of the LCD. Transmit Encryption Key Selection [KEY]

The radio can hold up to 64 DES or AES encryption keys. Each channel is assigned a default key for transmit. The key can be locked to the channel, or if programming allows, a transmit key other than the default key can be selected from the radios Key Pick List. To change an encryption key, open the KEY menu. Programmed key labels will be displayed. Select the desired key and press ENTER. To return the key to the pre-programmed value select Default. If a key is selected that has not been programmed, the radio will emit a three beep tone and display Key Fail before going to standby mode. The radio will not transmit but will beep and display Key Fail when PTT is pressed. User Selectable Encryption Keyset [KEYST]

OTAR equipped radios only. Selecting a keyset from the Pick List will cause the radio to use encryption keys from the selected keyset. User selectable menu access can be assigned to a button or menu list item. To change the encryption keyset, open the KEYST menu. Programmed Keyset labels will be displayed. Select the desired keyset and press ENTER.

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BK Technologies Rekey Request [RKEY]

OTAR equipped radios only. On radios equipped with over-the-air rekeying (OTAR), a radio user can manually request an encryption rekey from the Key Management Facility (KMF). For a radio to receive encryption keys or keysets over-the-air, the selected channel must be designated as an OTAR channel via PC programming. Refer to your PC programming documentation for more information. To request a re-key:

Open the Rekey Request menu. Press the YES button to Request Keys, or press ESC to cancel the operation. If the YES button is pressed while on a channel that has not been marked as an OTAR channel, the radio will beep and NON-OTAR will appear on the display. If a successful rekey occurs, a tone will sound, and the display will momentarily show REKEYED. Keyset Viewing and Selecting [KSET]

OTAR equipped radios only. The radio can hold up to 8 encryption keysets. Each keyset is limited to a maximum of 64 keys. Only one keyset can be active at any time. The radio will receive messages encrypted with any of the keys in any of the keysets, but transmit keys can only be selected from the active keyset. To change an encryption keyset, open the KEYST menu. Programmed keyset labels will be displayed. Select the desired keyset and press ENTER. Zeroizing [ZERO]

The radio provides a method for the user to panic-zeroize all encryption keys. Zeroizing removes all encryption keys from the radio, including keys used for OTAR and Tactical OTAR operation. Zeroize can be assigned as a button or menu list item. Open the Zeroize Keys menu. Press YES to erase all encryption keys or ESC to cancel the action. When successfully removed the Keys Removed message will momentarily be displayed.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Messaging Digital Conventional P25 channels can be programmed to send and receive text messages and radio status messages. Text messages can be selected from a pre-programmed list or manually entered using the radio keypad. Status messages are pre-programmed only. Text Messaging [TXT]

Conventional Digital Channels Text Messaging needs to be configured in the PC Radio Editor for both tx and rx radios. Message types include predefined messages, manually entered messages or locally stored messages. Predefined messages - Predefined messages are programmed into the radio memory using the PC Radio Editor. Manually Entered Messages - Text messages can be manually entered via the radios keypad. Locally Stored Messages - Up to five manually entered messages can be stored in individual radios. Sending a Message To initiate a text message press the TXT button or select Text Message from the menu. Select Send from the menu and press ENTER. Select Message Type From the Select Entry Type menu, choose the type of message to send and press ENTER. Predefined List or Manual Entry List When Predefined List or Manual Entry List is selected, a list of available messages is displayed. Select the message to be sent and press ENTER. NOTE: When sending a predefined message the message ID is transmitted. The receiving radio will display the message programmed with the corresponding ID. If the receiving radio has no programmed message with the transmitted ID, Text Message X is displayed, where X is the received ID number.

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BK Technologies Manual Entry When Manual Entry is selected use the keypad to enter the desired message (see keypad character table). Press ENTER to select the target radio. Select Target Radio Last Call - Select Last Call to send the message to same radio you last sent a text message. Press Send to send the message. Call List - Selecting Call List opens a list aliases for the pre-

programmed Unit IDs. Select the desired target radio and press Send to send the message. Unit ID - Select Unit ID to enter the P25 ID of the target radio. Use the keypad to enter the ID then press Send to send the message Broadcast - Select Broadcast to send the text message to all text enabled radios regardless of unit ID. Press Send to send the message. Message Acknowledgement When the text message has been received by the targeted radio, an alert tone will sound and the acknowledgment message will be displayed. Press OK or wait for five seconds to return to normal radio operation. If the targeted radio is unavailable, an alert tone will sound and the failed acknowledgement message will be displayed. Press RTRY to resend the message. Press OK or wait for five seconds to return to normal radio operation. When sending a Broadcast message, no text received notification is shown. Only confirmation that the text has been broadcast will be displayed. Receiving a Message When an incoming text message is received an alert tone is sounded and the Text Message Received message is momentarily displayed. The top programmed display line will alternate between the programmed setting and Text Message until the message is read.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Reading the message To read the message press the TXT button or select Text Message from the menu. Select Read to view the message Stored Messages Up to five messages can be programmed into the Manual Entry List and are accessed from the Select Entry Type menu. To store a manually entered text message press the TXT button or select Text Message from the menu. Select Store from the menu an press Enter. Use the keypad to enter the desired message then press Enter.

(See keypad character table) Select the storage slot for the message and press Enter to store the message. Short Message Update [MSG]

Conventional Digital Channels Short Message Update is a way for the radio to transmit an enumeration that corresponds to a predefined message that is stored in other radios. User Update Messaging [STS]

Conventional and Trunking Digital Channels Sending a Status Update NOTE: When sending a message the message ID is transmitted. The receiving radio will display the message programmed with the corresponding ID. If the receiving radio has no programmed message with the transmitted ID Status: Status X is displayed, where X is the received ID number. Select Status Message Press the STS button or select Status Update from the menu. From the Select Status menu, select the programmed message to send and press Enter. Select Message Type From the Select Target Type select the type of message to be sent. Unit - Send the message to an individual radio ID. Group - Send message to a group of radios using the Talk Group ID. Dispatch - Send the message to a dispatch console.

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BK Technologies Unit Call Select Target Radio Last Call Select Last Call to send the message to the same radio you last sent a status message. Press Send to send the message. Call List Selecting Call List opens a list aliases for the pre-programmed Unit IDs. Select the desired target radio and press Send to send the message. Unit ID Select Unit ID to enter the P25 ID of the target radio. Use the keypad to enter the ID then press Send. Group Call Select Target Group ID Selecting Group opens the menu to send a status message to a group of radios with matching talk group ID. Select Enter to manually enter the ID or Select to choose and ID from the pre-programmed talk group pick list. Dispatch Select Dispatch to send a status message to a dispatch console. Message Acknowledgement If the message has been received by the targeted radio, an alert tone will sound and the acknowledgment message will be displayed. If the targeted radio is unavailable, an alert tone will sound and the failed acknowledgement message will be displayed. Press OK or wait for five seconds to return to normal radio operation. Receiving a Status Update When an incoming status update is received an alert tone is sounded and the status message is momentarily displayed before returning to normal operation.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Paging and Call Alert Conventional Two-Tone/DTMF/MDC1200 Paging [MUTE]

Conventional Analog Channels The BKR5000 can be programmed to receive two-tone, DTMF or MDC1200 pages on conventional analog channels. Receiving a page Select an analog or mixed-mode receive channel. Turn on Voice Mute from the programmed button or menu item. When voice mute is activated the icon is displayed. The radio ignores all voice traffic until the proper tone sequence is received. When a proper signal is received the radio will emit an alert tone and allow the audio to pass. If Auto Reset is programmed, the radio will return to the muted standby mode when the time conditions have been met. Call Alert Paging [ALRT]

Digital Channels The BKR5000 can be programmed to send and receive Call Alert messages on digital channels. Press the ALRT button or open Call Alert from the menu. Sending a Call Alert Select Target Radio Last Call Select Last Call to send the message to radio which you last sent or received a call alert. Press Enter to send the message. Call List Selecting Call List opens a list aliases for the pre-programmed Unit IDs. Select the desired target radio and press Enter to send the Call Alert. Unit ID Select Unit ID to enter the ID of the target radio. Use the keypad to enter the ID then press Enter to send the Call.

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BK Technologies Receiving a Call Alert When a Call Alert is received, an alert tone will sound and the incoming unit ID or alias is displayed for approximately 5 seconds. The top display line will alternate between the programmed display information and a Call Alert Received message. Select Call Alert to reset. Radio Check [RCHK]

Conventional Digital Channels The BKR5000 can be programmed to check the availability of a BKR5000 radio with a specific P25 ID. Press the RCHK button or open Radio Check from the menu. Requesting a Radio Check Select Target Radio Last Call Select Last Call to send the request to the radio which you last sent a radio check request. Press Enter to send the query. Call List Selecting Call List opens a list aliases for the pre-programmed Unit IDs. Select the desired target ID and press Enter to send the query. Unit ID Select Unit ID to enter the P25 ID of the target radio. Use the keypad to enter the ID then press Enter to send the query. If a successful handshake is performed, an alert tone will sound and the "Unit Available" message will be displayed for approximately five seconds. If no validation is received from the targeted radio, an alert tone will sound and the "No Response" message will be displayed for approximately five seconds.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Radio Inhibit/Enable [INH]/[UNINH]

Conventional Digital Channels With Inhibit is assigned to a button or menu function, a BKR5000 Radio can temporarily disable other BKR5000 radios using the targeted radios unit ID number. The disabled radio can only be re-enabled by sending an Unhibit command. NOTE: Inhibited radios cannot be read with the PC Radio Editor. Sending a command To initiate an inhibit/uninhibit message press the programmed button or select from the menu. Use the keypad to enter the User or Administrator password. Press ENTER to open the menu. Select Target Radio Last Call Select Last Call to send the message to same radio you last sent an inhibit or uninhbit message. Press SEND to send the message. Call List Selecting Call List opens a list aliases for the pre-programmed Unit IDs. Select the desired target radio and press SEND to send the message. Unit ID Select Unit ID to enter the P25 ID of the target radio. Use the keypad to enter the ID and press SEND to send the message. Message Acknowledgement When the message has been received by the targeted radio, an alert tone will sound and the acknowledgment message will be displayed. Press OK or wait for three seconds to return to normal radio operation. If the targeted radio is unavailable, an alert tone will sound and the failed acknowledgement message will be displayed. Press RTRY to resend the message. Press OK or wait for three seconds to return to normal radio operation.

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BK Technologies Other Options and Functions Many operational features and functions can be programmed for user selection and control. Items can be programmed to the radio buttons or switches. In addition to these quick set buttons, a menu of multiple functions can be accessed with a MENU button. Backlight [LITE]

Conventional and Trunked Channels Backlight on/off control can be assigned to a switch, button or as a menu item. In addition, backlighting may be programmed with the PC Radio Editor to illuminate when any key is pressed. Battery Life [LIFE]

Conventional and Trunked Channels Battery Life information includes:

% battery capacity available until depletion The full capacity of the battery Estimated time left before depletion Busy Channel Operation Conventional Channels The radio can be programmed for different behavior when a conventional channel is busy. How the radio reacts to a busy channel is programmed with the following operation options only accessible in the PC Radio Editor:

Off - No busy channel transmit limiting will occur. Indicate - This setting will display "Busy" momentarily and an alert tone will sound if conflicting traffic is present, but the radio is still allowed to transmit. Lockout - This setting prevents the radio from transmitting, "Busy"

will be displayed and an alert will sound until the PTT is released. Override - This setting prevents the radio from transmitting. "Busy"

will be displayed and an alert tone will sound until the PTT is released. However a rapid release and press of the PTT will allow the

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual radio to transmit. Automatic - This setting will display "Busy" momentarily and an alert tone will sound. The radio will then revert back to receive mode and monitor the active receive traffic. (carrier mode only) Busy Channel Conditions With the PC Radio Editor, each channel is programmed for the conditions under which the channel is considered busy. Conditions include:

Off - Channel is never declared busy. Carrier - A busy condition is declared when carrier is present on the selected Rx frequency. Non-Qualified - A busy condition is declared when a non-qualified signal is present on the Rx frequency. (Non-qualified = Incorrect CTCSS/CDCSS, talk group or NAC ) Status Symbol - Digital Channels Only. A busy condition is declared if the P25 busy status symbol is present on the Rx frequency. Correct NAC - A busy condition is declared when receiving digital signal with the correct NAC, and declared not busy under all other conditions. Channel Select [CHAN]

Conventional and Trunked Channels Channel Selection can be assigned to a button or menu item.

(See Channel/Zone Selection Options for details.) Cloning [CLON]

Conventional Zones BKR5000 radios can be set up to send or receive programmed information from other BK Technologies products via a cloning cable available from BK Technologies. Cloning can be assigned to a button. Refer to the cloning cable manual for cloning information.

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BK Technologies Contrast Conventional and Trunking Channels Allows the user to adjust the contrast of the screen. Select the desired contrast using the -/+ buttons. Press "ENTER" to set the contrast. Control Lockout [LCK]

Conventional and Trunking Channels The BKR5000 portable offers a variety of control lock options. Control lock can be assigned to a collar switch or as a button or menu item. Switch Assignment When assigned to the collar switch, toggling the switch on locks all controls except the collar switch, PTT and volume/off. Button/Menu Assignment When assigned as a button or menu item, users can select from two lockout settings, Lock Keypad Only and Lock All Controls. Lock Keypad Only locks only front panel button operations. Lock All Controls locks all buttons and switches as determined by radio programming. Any or all of the following function may be locked when Lock All Controls is selected: Front keypad, side top buttons, channel knob, collar switch and push-to-talk. To enable the lock function press the assigned button or open the menu and select Control Lock from the list. Select the desired lockout setting and press ENTER To disable Control Lock press the diamond button twice, then the square button twice. Date and Time [DATE]

Conventional and Trunked Channels Displays the date and time. The edit button allows the user to change the date and time. The time will stay stored in the radio when powered off.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Global Positioning [GPS]

Conventional and Trunked Channels

(Requires GPS Option KZA0589 or KAA0589) To access GPS functions press the GPS button or select GPS from the menu. Viewing GPS information To view current coordinates open the GPS menu and select GPS Information. After acquisition, the current location is displayed in degrees, minutes and seconds. Sending GPS information GPS information is sent by a variety of triggers only accessible in the PC Radio Editor:

PTT - After a digital transmission, the GPS coordinates will be automatically transmitted. Periodic - GPS coordinates are transmitted periodically using a programmed time. Emergency - GPS coordinates are sent if the radio activates emergency. Power on/off - GPS coordinates are sent once the radio powers up and acquires a position and also on power off. User Request - To send GPS information, open the GPS menu and select Transmit Request. From the Request menu select the desired target ID and press Enter. Hard Power Down [PWRD]

Conventional and Trunking Channels When pressed, turns the radio completely off. Home [HOME]

Conventional and Trunking Channels When pressed, the radio returns to a preprogrammed channel that is configured in the PC Radio Editor.

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BK Technologies Keypad Programming Conventional Systems and Channels Much of the information stored in the BKR5000 can be edited using the keypad. Five separate programming functions can be enabled with the PC Radio Editor. Keypad programming selections can only be assigned as a menu item. Refer to the Keypad Programming section for detailed information on how to edit programmed radio information. Minimum Volume [VOL]

Conventional and Trunking Channels Must be configured as "Customizable" in the PC Radio Editor to access through the radio. When pressed, changes the volume level at lower volumes. This allows the user to set their minimum volume to an audible level. Monitor [MON]

Conventional Channels There are three settings available for monitoring traffic on a selected channel. Monitor can be assigned to a button or as a menu item. Monitor Modes and Indicators Off -

On -

Squelch works as configured. (No indicator) Only carrier squelch is in effect. NAC and CxCSS and TGID are all ignored. Steady on. Open - No squelch is taking place. If there is no signal, the audio will be static. Solid on. Button Operation - A quick press will toggle between Off and On, while a long press will turn on "Open" mode and short press will return the radio to Off mode. Menu Operation - Open the Monitor menu, select the desired operation and press Enter. Nuisance Channel Delete [DEL]

Conventional Channels If enabled, a nuisance channel can be temporarily removed from the scan list. Nuisance Channel Delete can only be assigned to a button. To temporarily remove a channel from the scan list, press the assigned button while the nuisance channel is being received. To revert to the programmed scan list, turn off Scan, cycle radio power or select another zone or channel.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Phone [PHN] and Hang Up [HANG]

Conventional Channels The Phone function is a way for a conventional radio to instruct the system to dial a phone number and begin a call with that radio. Using the Hang Up button allows the user to end that call. Radio Accountability Tone [RAT]

Conventional and Trunked Channels The Radio Accountability Tone transmits a preprogrammed sequence of DTMF tones when the RAT button is pressed and held. Must be programmed with a Radio Accountability Tone ID in the PC Radio Editor. Radio info Conventional and Trunking Channels Information about your radio can be viewed via the Radio Info menu item. To review the information, open the Radio Info menu. Use the NEXT or PREV to view individual items. Radio Info information includes:

UID - P25 Unit ID. IP - IP Address of the radio. OTAR Registered - Acknowledges if radio is registered to an OTAR system. Up Time - Amount of time the radio has been on. Repeater Talkaround [T/A]

Conventional Channels In Repeater Talkaround mode, the radio will transmit on the programmed receive frequency of the selected channel. When T/A is enabled the icon will be displayed on the top line of the LCD. NOTE: Channels programmed as receive only are not affected by the Talkaround selection. Talkaround selection can be assigned to a switch, button or as a menu list item. Send Alert Tone [SNDT]

Conventional and Trunking Channels When pressed and held, the radio will transmit a 781.3Hz tone for the programmed duration. Duration can be set in the range from 0.5 to 5 seconds.

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BK Technologies Send Signal [SEND]

Conventional Analog Channels Activated by a long-press and is the 5-tone equivalent to emergency alarm. ANI Mode needs to be set to five-tone. Holding this button will send the five-tone signal. Squelch Adjust [SQL]

Conventional Channels Squelch Adjust is used to change the signal strength required for the radios speaker to unmute. Squelch can be assigned as a button or menu list item. To adjust the squelch setting, open the squelch menu. Select the desired threshold using the -/+ buttons. Press ENTER to set the level. Site Display [STDS]

Trunking Channels When selected, the Site Display functions shows information for the currently operating site. Displayed information includes: Site ID, Site Alias and RSSI. Site Display can be assigned as a button or menu list item. Site Lock [STLK]

Trunking Channels Site lock prevents the radio from searching for other sites by locking it to the currently selected site. Site Lock can be assigned as a button or menu list item. Site Search [STSR]

Trunking Channels Site Search automatically searches and selects the best available trunking site. Site Lock can be assigned as a button or menu list item.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Surveillance Mode [SURV]

Conventional and Trunking Channels When Surveillance Mode is on, all audible indicators (beeps etc.) and lighting functions (LEDs and Display) are disabled. Surveillance Mode can a switch, button or as a menu list item. System Test Conventional and Trunking Channels The BKR5000 portable offers a variety of system tests when connected to the appropriate test equipment. Select the appropriate test and follow the onscreen prompts. Transmit Digital [TXAD]

Conventional Mixed-Mode Transmit Channels When Transmit Digital is on, channels programmed for mixed-mode transmit will transmit in digital mode. When off, mixed-mode channels transmit in analog mode. When transmitting in digital mode the display shows D behind the TX indicator. In analog transmit, A will follow the indicator. Transmit Digital selection can be assigned as a button, switch or menu list item. When assigned as a button function, the TXAD button will be highlighted when in the Transmit Digital mode. Transmit Power [PWR]

Conventional and Trunking Channels Transmit Power can be selected between the programmed high and low settings. The power output of the settings depend on radio options, model and editor settings. When operating in the high power mode, H will be displayed on the top line of the LCD. In low power mode, L is displayed. Power selection can be assigned as a button, switch or menu list item. Two-Tone Select [TONE]

Conventional Analog Channels Allows the user to select from their two-tone list (programmed with the PC Radio Editor). Selecting an item will send the two-tone signal.

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BK Technologies Versions Conventional and Trunking Channels Version information about your radio can be viewed via the Versions menu item. To review the information, open the Versions menu. Use the NEXT or PREV to view the installed revisions of individual items. Version information includes:

Date: Date of release. Release: Overall release code. Software: Release code for ARM. DSP: Release code for DSP. File Format: Currently installed file format. BSP: Release code of installed BSP firmware. PCB Revision: Installed printed circuit board revision number. Date of Manufacture: Date of manufacture. C-ACE: Version of encryption module. Current version information can be found in the service section at www.bktechnologies.com. Zone Select [ZONE] (Conventional and Trunked Channels) Zone Select allows the radio user to switch between programmed channel zones. The Zone Select operation can be assigned as a button, switch or menu list item.. When Zone is assigned to a button, press the button to open the menu of available zones. When assigned as a menu item, open the menu as described in the Navigation section. Select the Zone you want to use. Press ENTER select the Zone. Also, If enabled, a zone can also be accessed directly from the keypad.

(Refer to your PC Radio Editor documentation.)

(See also, Channel/Zone Selection Options.)

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Keypad Programming Radio programming is to be performed only by authorized personnel. Any or all functions may be password protected to prevent unauthorized access. Check with your communications officer for information on the programmed functions of your radio. NOTE: Trunking channels and systems cannot be programmed via the radio keypad. Keypad programmable categories include individual Channel, Zone and Global radio parameters, individual P25 ID Quick Call/Receive List, User Tone List, User NAC List and User Talk Group ID List. Check with your BK Technologies dealer or communications officer for information on the programmed functions of your radio. Keypad Programming Navigation While in programming mode the diamond, arrow up, arrow down and square buttons are used navigate the programming functions. The following table shows possible button functions:

Keypad Programming Buttons Opens the highlighted function or enters the displayed information Press once to go back to previous screen or hold to exit programming mode and return to normal radio operation NEXT Move to the next item in a displayed list or the next character in a displayed value PREV Move to the previous item in a displayed list EDIT Used to select and edit individual characters in a displayed value BACK Move to the previous character in a displayed value Clears the displayed value Used to edit individual characters in a displayed value Inverts a displayed digital tone value (CDCSS) ENT ESC CLR EDIT INV

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BK Technologies Entering Keypad Programming Mode To enter programming mode open the menu list by pressing the assigned Menu button and select Keypad Prog from the menu list. Use the keypad to enter the six-digit user or master password and press the Enter button. Select the item to program and press Enter. Available programmable functions are:

Keypad - Used to edit individual channel and zone information such as labels, frequencies, operating modes, etc. Call List - Used to edit the P25 ID Call List entries. User Tones - Used to edit the user selectable Code Guard entries. User NACs - Used to edit user selectable Network Access Codes. User TGIDs - Used to edit user selectable P25 Talk Groups NOTE: Depending on PC programming, not all functions may be accessible for keypad programming. Global, System, Zone and Channel Parameters The Keypad programming menu consists of four sub-menus for editing global, system, zone and channel parameters (see table). Keypad Programming Sub-Menus Global System Zone Channel Display Top Sys Pri 1 Add/Delete Add/Delete Rx/Tx NAC Display Middle Tx on Pri 1 Label Label Sq Mode Display Bottom Sys Pri 2 Zone Pri 1 Rx/Tx Freq Bandwidth User Password Tx on Pri 1 Rx/Tx Mode Tx Power Zone Pri 2 Rx/Tx Guard TGID Global Settings To edit the programmable Global settings, select Keypad from the programing menu then select Global from the sub-menu. Select the item you wish to edit from the Global menu. Displayed Information Lines The three main display lines can be programmed with the PC Radio

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Editor to display radio information. Select top, middle or bottom line to change its displayed information. Then select the desired setting from the list (see table). NOTE: Display changes do not affect the display on trunked channels. None Channel Label Channel Number Conventional Display Line Options No information is displayed. Alphanumeric label of currently selected channel or active scanned channel. Channel number of currently selected channel or active scanned channel. Channel # and Zone Currently selected channel numbers and zone. Date and Time Displays date and time. DTMF*

Frequency*

MDC*

Radio Name Received TGID Rxd Unit ID Displays the numeric DTMF tones of received signal. Operating frequency of currently selected channel or active scanned channel. Displays the numeric MDC ID or received signal DTMF. Displays radio name. P25 Talk Group ID of the radio transmitting the message currently being received. P25 ID of a received digital signal. If the incoming ID is programmed in your Unit ID Call List list, the associated label will be displayed. During standby you radio ID number is displayed. Rx/Tx Key Currently selected encryption key. Rx Picklist Selections* NAC, TGID or Code Guard currently selected from the programmable RX Pick Lists. Subaudible*

Displays CxCSS value of received signal. Tx Picklist Selections* NAC, TGID or Code Guard currently selected from the programmable TX Pick Lists. Unit ID Shows your P25 Unit ID While receiving, the ID of the radio transmitting the message is displayed If the received ID is programmed in your radio's Call List, the corresponding label will be displayed Zone Label Label of currently selected zone. Zone and Channel #

Currently selected zone and channel numbers. Zone Number

*Conventional Channels Only Currently selected zone number.

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BK Technologies User Password Select User Password from the Global menu to edit the keypad programming password. Enter a six-digit numeric. NOTE: Changing the user password does not affect the power-up or administrator password. System Settings To edit the programmable System settings, select Keypad from the programing menu then select System from the sub-menu. Select the item you wish to edit from the System menu. System Priority 1 or 2 Channel Priority channels can be assigned on a system wide basis. If assigned, a system priority channel will be monitored during priority scan regardless of the current operation zone priority channel. When set to Off, the Priority 1 or Priority 2 Channel is designated by the selected zone setting. When set to Use Main the channel selected by the channel knob operates as the priority channel. To designate a specific priority channel choose Select from the priority channel menu. Select the Zone and Channel. Tx on Priority 1 Channel If on, the radio will transmit on the System Priority 1 channel whenever Priority Scan is on. Zone Settings To edit the programmable Zone settings, select Keypad from the programing menu then select Zone from the sub-menu. Select Add, Delete or Edit Zone from the Zone menu. Add Zone When selected, a new zone is added in the next available slot. Example: If there are seven zones in the radio, the added zone will be zone eight.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual Delete Zone When selected the list of available zones is displayed. Choose the zone you wish to delete. When a zone is removed all subsequent zones move up one spot. Example: If there are seven zones in the radio and zone five is deleted, zone six now becomes zone five and zone seven becomes zone six. Edit Zone Select Edit Zone to change the programmable zone information. Zone Label Use the keypad to enter a label of up to sixteen characters.

(See keypad character table) Zone Priority 1 or 2 Channel NOTE: If system priority channels are programmed, zone priority settings are ignored. When set to Off, the Priority 1 or Priority 2 Channel is designated by the selected zone setting. When set to Use Main the channel selected by the channel knob operates as the priority channel. To designate a specific priority channel choose Select from the priority channel menu and choose from the channel list. Zone Tx Priority 1 Channel If on, the radio will transmit on the Zone Priority 1 channel whenever Priority Scan is on and there is no system priority 1 programmed. Channel Settings To edit the programmable Channel settings, select Keypad from the programing menu then select Channel from the sub-menu. Select Add, Delete or Edit Channel from the Channel menu. NOTE: REFER TO THE COMMAND ZONE OPERATIONS SECTION FOR ADDING OR DELETING COMMAND ZONE CHANNELS. DO NOT ADD OR DELETE COMMAND ZONE CHANNELS VIA THE KEYPAD PROGRAMMING METHOD.

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BK Technologies Add Channel Select to add a new channel. Choose the zone to which the channel is to be added. Enter a valid channel index number of 1-5000. NOTE: To access channels above channel sixteen, the radio must be programmed via PC for keypad channel select or Channel Select must be assigned as a button or menu item. Delete Channel When selected the list of programmed zones is displayed. Choose the zone of the channel you wish to delete. Select the channel from the list. Edit Channel Select Edit Channel to change the programmable channel information. Select the zone and channel to be edited. Channel Label Use the keypad to enter a label of up to sixteen characters.

(See keypad character table) Rx Frequency Enter a valid receive frequency in MHz. Frequencies must be divisible by 1.25kHz. Rx Mode Select Analog, Digital or Mixed Mode. Rx Guard Analog or Mixed Mode Receive Channels Only Select Off for analog signals to operate in carrier squelch mode. Select Tone to enter a CTCSS tone, Select Digital to enter a DCS value. Use INV to invert a DCS tone. RX NAC Digital or Mixed Mode Receive Channels Only Select Enter to program a receive NAC via the keypad. Enter the desired value in hexadecimal (000 - FFF).

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual NOTE: $F7F is an invalid receiver NAC. Choose Select to use a receiver NAC from the programmed pick list. Squelch Mode Digital or Mixed Mode Receive Channels Only Normal - Requires carrier and NAC only to unmute digital signals. Selective - Required for Individual Calls and use of Talkgroup IDs. Requires a matching TGID to unsquelch. Bandwidth Analog or Mixed Mode Channels Only Narrowband - 12.5kHz spacing when operating in analog. Wideband - 25kHz spacing when operating in analog. Tx Power Low Power - Lock channel in low power mode. High Power - Lock channel in high power mode. Selectable - Allow high/low transmit power selection form assigned button, switch or menu item. Tx Frequency Enter a valid receive frequency in MHz. Frequencies must be divisible by 1.25kHz. Tx Mode Select Analog, Digital or Selectable. Tx Guard Analog or Mixed Mode Receive Channels Only Select Off for analog signals to operate in carrier squelch mode. Select Tone to enter a CTCSS tone, Select Digital to enter a DCS value. Use INV to invert a DCS tone. Tx NAC Digital or Mixed Mode Transmit Channels Only Select Enter to program a transmit NAC via the keypad. Enter the desired value in hexadecimal (000 - FFF).

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BK Technologies NOTE: $F7E and $F7F are invalid transmit NACs. Choose Select to use a transmit NAC from the pick list. TGID Digital or Mixed Mode Channels Only Select Enter to program a transmit Talk Group ID via the keypad. Enter the desired value (1- 65535). NOTE: 0 is an invalid transmit Talk Group ID. Choose Select to use a TGID from the pick list. P25 ID Unit Call/Receive List The BKR5000 can be pre-programmed with up to 100 Project 25 IDs and labels. If RXd Unit ID is designated as a display line, the P25 ID of the radio sending the call will be shown when receiving a digital signal. If the P25 ID of the received call is programmed in the Call List, the alphanumeric label associated with the ID will be displayed. If the P25 ID is not in the Call List, the numeric P25 ID will be displayed. Select Call List from the programing menu. Select the P25 ID you wish to edit. The display shows the label and P25 ID of the selected ID. Select Label to edit or add an alphanumeric label. Select Dest ID to change the P25 ID. User Selectable Code Guards The BKR5000 can be pre-programmed with up to 32, user selectable, CTCSS or CDCSS subaudible tones. Tones are selected via a programmed button or menu item (see TX/RX CxCSS Picklist). If enabled, the tones can be programmed via the radios keypad. Select User Tones from the programing menu. Select the tone to edit. To enter a CTCSS tone select Tone and enter the desired frequency in Hertz (67.0 - 254.1 Hz). To enter a CDCSS (digital) tone select Digital then enter the three digit

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual code. Use the INV button to invert the code. The following tables show the standard values for tone and digital. Any value can be entered in keypad programming. The user is not restricted to these values. Valid Code Guard Tone Values Group A Group B Group C 67.0 (XZ) 77.0 (XB)

*151.4 (5Z) 71.9 (XA) 162.2 (5B) 82.5 (YZ) 146.2 (4B) 156.7 (5A) 74.4 79.7 88.5 (YB) 173.8 (6A) 94.8 (ZA) 167.9 (6Z) 85.4 (YA)

*100.0 (1Z) 186.2 (7Z) 103.5 (1A)

*179.9 (6B) 91.5 (ZZ) 107.2 (1B) 203.5 (M1) 110.9 (2X) 192.8 (7A) 114.8 (2A) 218.1 (M3)

*118.8 (2B) 210.7 (M2) 233.6 250.3 127.3 (3A) 225.7 (M4) 136.5 (4Z) 241.8 123.0 (3Z) 131.8 (3B) 141.3 (4A)

* 50/60 Hz power distribution systems could cause falsing. The assignments in a given area should be made from within one of the Groups:

A, B, or C. Valid Digital Code Guard Values 025 071 132 174 263 351 445 565 664 026 072 134 205 265 364 464 606 703 031 073 143 223 271 365 465 612 712 032 074 152 226 306 371 466 624 723 043 114 155 243 311 411 503 627 731 047 115 156 244 315 412 506 631 732 051 116 162 245 331 423 516 632 734 054 125 165 251 343 431 532 654 743 023 065 131 172 261 346 432 546 662 754

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BK Technologies User Selectable Network Access Codes The BKR5000 can be pre-programmed with up to 32, user selectable NACs. NACS are selected via a programmed button or menu item (see TX/RX Network Access Code Picklist). If enabled, the tones can be programmed via the radios keypad. Select User NACs from the programing menu. Select the NAC to edit. Enter the desired value in hexadecimal (000 - FFF). NOTE: $F7E and $F7F are invalid as user selectable NAC values. User Selectable Talkgroup IDs The BKR5000 can be pre-programmed with up to 32, user selectable TGIDs. TGIDs are selected via a programmed button or menu item (see Talk Group ID Picklist). If enabled, the TGIDs can be programmed via the radios keypad. Select User TGIDs from the programing menu. Select the Talk Group ID to edit. Enter the desired value (1 - 65535). NOTE: A Talk Group ID value of 0 is not allowed.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual BK Technologies Warranty Information STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY BK Technologies ("Warrantor") warrants to the Purchaser of new radio equipment of the Warrantor's manufacture that such equipment shall be free from material defects in material and workmanship for the period commencing upon the date of purchase and continuing for the following specified period of time after that date:

Basic Unit (Radio) 2 years Battery Antenna Other Accessories 1 year 1 year 1 year Extended warranty options on the basic unit (radio) are provided below. There is NO extended warranty offered on the repeater, antenna, battery and all other accessories. Equipment and accessory items not manufactured by the Warrantor carry the standard warranty of the manufacturer thereof and are not covered by this warranty. FOR THE AVOIDANCE OF DOUBT, WARRANTOR MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO ANY THIRD PARTY PRODUCT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WARRANTY OF TITLE, OR WARRANTY AGAINST INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF A THIRD PARTY, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED BY LAW, COURSE OF DEALING, COURSE OF PERFORMANCE, USAGE OF TRADE OR OTHERWISE. This warranty does not cover equipment which has been: (a) damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary, (b) modified in any way, including the removal of the serial tag, (c) improperly installed,

(d) repaired by someone other than the Warrantor or an Authorized Warranty Repair Station, (e) used in a manner or purpose for which the equipment was not intended, or (f) used with aftermarket (any accessory that is not issued/sold by Warrantor) accessories. Subject to compliance with the terms of this warranty, with respect to the applicable equipment during the applicable warranty period, Warrantor shall, in its sole discretion, repair or replace the applicable equipment.

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BK Technologies IN NO EVENT WILL WARRANTOR BE LIABLE TO THE PURCHASER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY LOSS OF USE, REVENUE OR PROFIT OR LOSS OF DATA OR DIMINUTION IN VALUE, OR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES WHETHER ARISING OUT OF BREACH CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH DAMAGES WERE FORESEEABLE AND WHETHER OR NOT WARRANTOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE OF ANY AGREED OR OTHER REMEDY OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. To obtain warranty repair [or replacement, the customer must return the equipment properly packaged and freight prepaid to the Warrantor or any Authorized Warranty Repair Station. The equipment will be returned freight prepaid from the Warrantor only. EXCEPT FOR THE WARRANTY SET FORTH IN THE FIRST PARAGRAPH ABOVE, WARRANTOR MAKES NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WARRANTY OF TITLE, OR WARRANTY AGAINST INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF A THIRD PARTY, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED BY LAW, COURSE OF DEALING, COURSE OF PERFORMANCE, USAGE OF TRADE OR OTHERWISE. No person, whether in the employment of the Warrantor or not, is authorized to make oral or other modifications, extensions, or additions to this warranty, unless approved in writing by an authorized officer of the Warrantor at its home office. The liability of the Warrantor is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of the equipment as described herein. SUCH REMEDY WILL BE THE PURCHASERS SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND WARRANTORS ENTIRE LIABILITY FOR ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. Warrantor shall not be liable to the Purchaser and the Purchaser shall, upon his tender of the purchase price for the equipment, agree that the Warrantor shall not be liable, in any respect, for the equipment or damages caused thereby, except as prescribed herein, whether such liability is predicated upon negligence, tort, contract or other product liability theory.

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual BK Technologies EXTENDED WARRANTY* on Portables, Mobiles and Base Stations 2 PLUS 1 PROGRAM Extends standard 2 year warranty to 3 years total LFW0012

$179.00 2 PLUS 2 PROGRAM Extends standard 2 year warranty to 4 years total LFW0024

$229.00 2 PLUS 3 PROGRAM Extends standard 2 year warranty to 5 years total LFW0036

$279.00

*EXTENDED WARRANTY (not offered on repeaters, antennas, batteries and all other accessories; certain restrictions may apply on international warranties) All repairs must be performed by an authorized BK Technologies service center during the life of the warranty. Except for duration and factory-only repair, extended warranties are identical to our standard 2 year warranty. Factory extended warranties cover all BK Technologies portables, mobiles and base stations and must be purchased at point of sale. For information about your warranty contact BK Technologies at (800) 648-0947. Email: sales@bktechnologies.com If you need service, contact your BK Technologies dealer. If you find it impractical to have service provided by your dealer, contact the BK Technologies Technical Service Department at (800) 422-6281. Repairs may be sent to the address below. BK Technologies Attention: Customer Service 7100 Technology Drive West Melbourne, FL 32904

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BK Technologies Keypad Text/Programming Characters 1 ABC2 DEF3 GHI4 JKL5 MNO6 PQRS 7 TUV8 WXYZ 9 0

1 A, B, C, a, b, c, 2 D, E, F, d, e, f, 3 G, H, I, g, h, i, 4 J, K, L, j, k, l, 5 M, N, O, m, n, o, 6 P, Q, R, S, p, q, r, s, 7 T, U, V, t, u, v, 8 W, X, Y, Z, w, x, y, z, 9 0, Blank Space

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BKR5000 Portable Radio Users Manual My Radio Settings Serial #

ID#

Conv. Trunked Collar Switch Orange Button Top Side Middle Side Bottom Side Left Front Center Front Right Front Menu Settings Conv. Trunked

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Model No: BKR5000 !

SN: 10080101201 10001 FCC ID: K95BKR5000-V IC: 2116A-BKR5000-V Restricted to occupational use to satisfy FOC RF energy exposure limits. See user manual for usage & training info. BK West Melbourne, FL 32904 Assembled in USA TECHNOLOGIES ose

Model No: BKR5000 SN: 1008010120110001 FCC ID: K95BKR5000-V IC: 2116A-BKR5000-V Restricted to occupational use to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure limits. See user manual for usage & training info. BK West Melbourne, FL 32904 Assembled in USA TECHNOLOGIES

BK Technologies, Inc. 7100 Technology Dr. W. Melbourne, FL 32904 June 26, 2023 Federal Communications Commission Authorization & Evaluation Division 7345 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, Maryland 21046 RE: LETTER OF AGENT AUTHORIZATION FCC ID: K95BKR5000-v To Whom It May Concern:

We, the undersigned, hereby authorize Compliance Testing, LLC to act on our behalf in all matters relating to application for equipment authorization, including the signing of all documents relating to these matters. We also hereby certify that no party to the application authorized hereunder is subject to the denial of benefits, including FCC benefits, pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C.853(a). Sincerely, Lorenzo Cruger Jr. June 26 2023 Lorenzo Cruger Jr V.P. Engineering BK Technologies, Inc. 1-800-821-2900 | info@bktechnolgies.com | www.bktechnologies.com

Date: June 26, 2023 Federal Communications Commission Authorization & Evaluation Division 7345 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, Maryland 21046 Ref: Attestation Statements Part 2.911(d)(5)(ii) Filing FCC ID: K95BKR5000-V BK Technologies (the applicant) certifies that, as of the date of the filing of the application, the applicant is not identified on the Covered List as an entity producing covered equipment. Sincerely, Lorenzo Cruger Jr. June 26 2023 Lorenzo Cruger Jr. VP of Engineering BK Technologies 7100 Technology Drive, West Melbourne, FL 32904

Date: Jun 26, 2023 Federal Communications Commission Authorization & Evaluation Division 7345 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, Maryland 21046 Ref: Attestation Statements Part 2.911(d)(7) Filing FCC ID or Grantee Code: K95BKR5000-V BK Technologies (the applicant) certifies that, as of the date of the filing of the application, we designate ourselves as the U.S. agent for service of process. Designated U.S. Agent Information:

FRN: 0002900702 Name: BK Technologies Address: 7100 Technology Drive W. Melbourne, FL. 32904 Contact Person: Lorenzo Cruger Jr. Tel.: 954-478-7672 Email: Lcruger@bktechnologies.com Sincerely, Lorenzo Cruger Jr. June 26 2023 Lorenzo Cruger Jr. VP of Engineering BK Technologies, Inc. 7100 Technology Drive, West Melbourne, FL 32904

BK Technologies, Inc. 7100 Technology Dr. W. Melbourne, FL 32904 June 26, 2023 Federal Communications Commission Authorization & Evaluation Division 7345 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, Maryland 21046 RE: Class II Permissive Change for FCC ID: K95BKR5000-V Granted August 18, 2022 To Whom It May Concern:

We, BK Technologies, Inc are submitting an application for Class II Permissive Change against FCC ID: K95BKR5000-V There are no hardware or electrical modifications made to the applying 2 way radio. The changes filed under this application are: (list each change as a bullet point) Use with BKR225-2 2wire surveillance accessory Use with BKR0451B Nylon belt worn carry case Use with BKR0447 Chest pack carry case Please contact me if you have any questions or need further information regarding this application. Sincerely, Lorenzo Cruger Jr. June 26, 2023 Lorenzo Cruger Jr VP of Engineering BK Technologies, Inc. 1-800-821-2900 | info@bktechnolgies.com | www.bktechnologies.com

BK Technologies, Inc. 7100 Technology Dr. W. Melbourne, FL 32904 December 16, 2022 Federal Communications Commission Authorization & Evaluation Division 7345 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, Maryland 21046 RE: LETTER OF AGENT AUTHORIZATION To Whom It May Concern:

We, the undersigned, hereby authorize Compliance Testing, LLC to act on our behalf in all matters relating to application for equipment authorization, including the signing of all documents relating to these matters. We also hereby certify that no party to the application authorized hereunder is subject to the denial of benefits, including FCC benefits, pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C.853(a). Sincerely, 1-800-821-2900 | info@bktechnolgies.com | www.bktechnologies.com

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Page 1 of 3 Specification No. BKR0813 Customer BK Technology Description 1/4 Wave 50cm VHF/GPS Whip Antenna Date 11-Jan-2023 Revision A Reference VHF/GPS Quarter Wave Whip Antenna Frequency Gain VSWR Polarization SPECIFICATIONS VHF ~ 136 - 174MHz GPS ~ 1556 - 1616MHz VHF ~ -6 to -4dBi GPS ~ -1dBi

< 2.0:1 VHF ~ Vertical GPS ~ Linear Nominal impedance 50 Ohms Power Handling 10W Dimensions Length ~ 500mm Diameter ~ 15mm Operational Temperature

-40oC to +75oC Connector type SMA Female RoHS Compliant Confidential Specification No. BKR0813 Customer BK Technology PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Page 2 of 3 Description 1/4 Wave 50cm VHF/GPS Whip Antenna Date 11-Jan-2023 Revision A Reference VHF - Azimuth plane cut VHF Elevation 0 plane cut VHF Elevation 90 plane cut VHF Legend Confidential Specification No. BKR0813 Customer BK Technology PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Page 3 of 3 Description 1/4 Wave 50cm VHF/GPS Whip Antenna Date 11-Jan-2023 Revision A Reference GPS - Azimuth plane cut GPS Elevation 0 plane cut GPS Elevation 90 plane cut GPS - Legend Confidential

BK Technologies, Inc. 7100 Technology Dr. W. Melbourne, FL 32904 March 13, 2020 Federal Communications Commission Authorization & Evaluation Division 7345 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, Maryland 21046 RE: Long-Term Confidentiality Request regarding application for certification of Model BKR5000, FCC ID: K95BKR5000-V Exhibit Name + Extension 3333-70416-000-V3.PDF 3333-70421-000-V3.PDF BKR5000_Block Diagram.PDF BKR5000_Theory of Operations.PDF 7031-70416-000 Rev 3-SMD, System Bd, BKR 5000.PDF 7031-70421-000 Rev 3-SMD,RF,VHF Bd,BKR 5000.PDF BKR5000 - Alignment Procedure Rev0 This letter serves as an official request for confidentiality under 0.457(d) and 0.459 of CFR 47. We have requested that the following documents required to be submitted with this application be permanently withheld from public review. Exhibit Description Schematic - System Board Schematic - RF Board Block Diagram Theory of Operation Parts List - System Brd Assy Parts List - RF Brd Assy Tune Up Procedure These documents contain detailed system and equipment descriptions and related information about the product, which manufacturer/applicant considers to be proprietary, confidential, and a custom design and otherwise, would not release to the general public. Since this design is a basis from which future technological products will evolve, manufacturer/applicant feels that this information would be of benefit to its competitors, and that the disclosure of the information in these documents would give our competitors an unfair advantage in the market. Please contact me if there is any information you may need. Sincerely, 1-800-821-2900 | info@bktechnolgies.com | www.bktechnologies.com

BK Technologies, Inc. 7100 Technology Dr. W. Melbourne, FL 32904 March 25, 2020 Federal Communications Commission Authorization & Evaluation Division 7345 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, Maryland 21046 RE: LETTER OF EXTENDED FREQUENCY DECLARATION Ref FCC ID: K95BKR5000-V To Whom It May Concern:

BK Technologies, Inc. would like to have the extended frequency appear on the face of the equipment Grant of Certificate as it presently appears on the FCC Grant of Certificate for a Part 90 certification. This frequency range is regarded as usual and customary by Public Safety Users including Police, Fire, Emergency Services and their various departments. The BKR5000-V Portable 2-Way Multiband Land Mobile two-way radio was designed to operate on frequencies that are in the frequency bands as shown in Table 1. To aid equipment authorization in other countries that accept the United States FCC Grant for Certification, BK Technologies, Inc. is requesting that the FCC list the frequencies 136-940 MHz for Rule Part 90 on the Grant. Also, for the FCCs Rule Parts 90 applications, this radio is used in systems by Federal and Public Safety agencies including Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services, etc. as indicated in the table on the next page. Equipment programming is the responsibility of Authorized Service Personnel. It is important to note that the radio complies with 47 CFR Part 90.203(e); in which, the operator cannot directly program the transmit frequencies using the normally accessible external controls. Per FCC-OET KDB Publication 634817 guidance, the grantee, BK Technologies, Inc., acknowledges that device operations on unauthorized frequencies are a violation of FCC Rules. Notes Emission Designators: Rule Part 90: 11K0F3E, 16K0F3E, 8K10F1E, 8K10F1D, 8K10F1W. 1-800-821-2900 | info@bktechnolgies.com | www.bktechnologies.com Table 1 Frequency Range vs Usage Frequency Range (MHz) Part 74 Part 80 Part 90 136 150.8 150.8 156.2475 156.2475 157.1875 157.1875 161-575 161.575 161-625 161-625 161.775 161.775 161.9625 161.9625 162.0125 162.0125 162.0375 162.0375 173.4 173.4 - 174 X X X X X X X X X Federal Canada FCC Rule Agencies/Other Countries Parts VHF 22,74,80,90 X X X X X Sincerely, VP Engineering BK Technologies, Inc.

(321) 953-7874 bjones@bktechnologies.com 1-800-821-2900 | info@bktechnolgies.com | www.bktechnologies.com