Preface Welcome to the world of Hytera and thank you for purchasing this product. This manual includes a description of the functions and step-by-step procedures for use. It also includes a troubleshooting guide. Please refer to the corresponding Feature Book for detailed features and operations. To avoid bodily injury or property loss caused by incorrect operation, please read carefully the Safety Information Booklet before use. This manual is applicable to the following product:
PD98X/PD98XG Digitalortable Radio (X may represent 2, 5, 6 or 8) Copyright Information Hytera is the trademark or registered trademark of Hytera Communications Corporation Limited (the Company) in People's Republic of China (PRC) and/or other countries or areas. The Company retains the ownership of its trademarks and product names. All other trademarks and/or product names that may be used in this manual are properties of their respective owners. The product described in this manual may include the Company's computer programs stored in memory or other media. Laws in PRC and/or other countries or areas protect the exclusive rights of the Company with respect to its computer programs. The purchase of this product shall not be deemed to grant, either directly or by implication, any rights to the purchaser regarding the Company's computer programs. The Company's computer programs may not be copied, modified, distributed, decompiled, or reverse-
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http://www.hytera.com. FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Verification of harmful interference by this equipment to radio or television reception can be determined by turning it off and then on. The user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a different circuit to that of the receiver's outlet. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Compliance with RF Exposure Standards Hytera's portable 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 and 2.1093. American National Standards Institute (ANSI) /
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
(IEEE) C95. 1:2005; Canada RSS102 Issue 5 March 2015. Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
(IEEE) C95.1:2005 Edition RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines and Operating 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. occupational/controlled environmental RF exposure limits. User awareness instructions should accompany Use of non-approved antennas, batteries, and accessories causes the radio to exceed the FCC RF exposure guidelines. Contact your local dealer for the product's optional accessories. 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 the radio generates measurable RF energy only when transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards compliance). Keep the radio unit at least 2.5 cm away from the face. Keeping the radio at the proper distance is important as RF exposure decreases with distance from the antenna. The antenna should be kept away from the face and eyes. When worn on the body, always place the radio in a Hytera-approved holder, holster, case, or body harness or by use of the correct clip for this product. Use of non-approved accessories may result in exposure levels which exceed the FCC's Emergency Call Message Services Sending a Text Message Sending a Quick Text Message Viewing a Received Message Troubleshooting Care and Cleaning Product Care Product Cleaning Optional Accessories 9 9 9 10 10 11 13 13 13 13 Contents Items in the Package Product Overview Product Controls LCD Icon LED Indicator Before Use Attaching the Antenna Installing the Micro SD card Attaching the Battery Attaching the Belt Clip Attaching the Accessories Charging the Battery Checking the Battery Power Basic Operations Turning On/Off the Radio Adjusting the Volume Selecting a Zone Selecting a Channel Inputting via Keypad Locking or Unlocking Keys and Knobs Creating a Private Contact Call Services Private Call Group Call Call on Analog Channel without Signaling 2 2 2 3 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 6 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 8 8 8 9 9 9 1 Items in the Package Please unpack carefully and check that all items listed below are received. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your dealer. No. Part Name No. Part Name Side Key 1 (SK1) 12 LED Indicator The pictures in this manual are for reference only. The frequency band is marked on the antenna label; if unavailable, see the label on the radio. 1 2 3 Push-to-Talk (PTT) Key Side Key 2 (SK2) Radio Battery Charger Product Overview Product Controls 4 Top Key (TK) 5 Channel Selector Knob 6 Microphone 7 LCD Display 8 OK/Menu Key 19 Down Key 9 P1 Key 10 Speaker 20 Battery Latch 21 Belt Clip 11 Numeric Keypad 22 Battery Power Adapter Antenna Belt Clip Strap Documentation Kit 2 13 Antenna 14 15 On-Off/Volume Control Knob Accessory Connector 16 Back Key 17 P2 Key 18 Up Key You can adapt your radio to use the TK, SK1, SK2, P1, and P2 as shortcuts to various radio features by requesting your dealer to program the keys. For the detailed introduction, refer to the corresponding Feature Book included with the product. LCD Icon Icon Radio Status The dual-tone multi-frequency signaling
(DTMF) keypad is enabled. The GPS feature is enabled, and the radio receives GPS data. The GPS feature is enabled, but the radio receives no GPS data. The number of bars (03) indicates the charge remaining in the battery. The radio is set at Low power. The radio is set at High power. Icon Radio Status Icon Radio Status An accessory is connected. The radio stays on priority channel 1. One or more new work orders are received. The radio stays on priority channel 2. The maximum number of saved work orders is reached. Direct Mode: In this mode, radios communicate with each other directly. Repeater Mode: In this mode, radios communicate with each other via a repeater. DM RM The Voice Operated Transmit (VOX) feature is enabled. There is/are missed call(s). There is/are unread message(s). The Monitor feature is enabled. The Inbox is full. The radio is in emergency mode (excluding silent emergency mode) or an emergency call is received. The radio is roaming. The Scrambler or Encrypt feature is enabled. The radio is scanning. The radio stays on a non-priority channel. The BT feature is enabled. The wireless device is connected. There is no signal. The number of bars (14) indicates the radio signal strength. The speaker is unmuted. 3 Icon Radio Status The radio operates in silent mode. LED Indication Radio Status The Loudness and Quality Optimizer (LQO) feature is enabled. Glows orange Glows blue Flashes blue every 3s Flashes blue every 1.5s Flashes blue every 0.1s No Micro SD card is detected. A private call is in progress or a private contact is in the contact list. A group call is in progress or a group contact is in the contact list. An all call is in progress or an all call contact is in the contact list. LED Indicator LED Indication Flashes green Glows green Glows red Flashes orange slowly Flashes orange rapidly Radio Status Being turned on. Receiving. Transmitting. Scanning or roaming. Working in emergency mode. Call hang time: No voice is being transmitted or received on the channel during a call. Within such a period, you can press and hold the PTT key to speak. The BT feature is being enabled. The BT feature is enabled, but no wireless device is connected. The wireless device is connected. The BT feature is being disabled. 4 Before Use Attaching the Antenna Rotate the antenna clockwise until hand tight; if over tightened, the antenna or its connector may be damaged. Do not hold the radio by its antenna, as it may reduce the radio performance and life span of the antenna. Installing the Micro SD card Install the Micro SD card as follows (if required):
1. Loosen the screw fixing the Micro SD card cover, remove the cover, and then place the card in the holder correctly as shown below. Attaching the Battery Upon power-on, the radio automatically checks if the battery is approved by Hytera and gives a corresponding indication. Using an unapproved battery disables the Battery Save feature, makes the battery power indication inaccurate, and reduces the radio performance. 2. Replace the cover and tighten the screw as shown below. Attaching the Accessories For optimal waterproof and dustproof performance:
Do not scrape the silicone waterproof pad surrounding the screw hold of the accessory connector. Do close the accessory connector cover and fasten the screw after removing the accessory. Attaching the Belt Clip 1. Unfasten the two screws on the back of the radio. 2. Align the screw holes on the belt clip with those on the back of the radio, as shown below. Tighten the screws. 3. 5 1. Loosen the screw fixing the accessory connector cover, and open the cover as shown below. 2. Align the accessory (such as an audio accessory or a programming cable) plug with the accessory connector. 3. Tighten the screw on the accessory plug. Charging the Battery Use the charger specified by Hytera to charge the battery. Be sure to charge the battery fully before initial use, since reduction of state of charge (SoC) may lead to low battery alarm. You can charge the standalone battery or the radio with battery attached. It is recommended that your radio remain powered off during charging. The LED indicator on the charger shows the charging status. For details, see the following table. LED Indication Charging Status Flashes red slowly Glows red Glows orange Glows green Flashes red rapidly The battery is inserted incorrectly. The battery is charging. The battery is charged to 90%
or more. The battery is fully charged. The battery fails to be charged. 6 Checking the Battery Power You can check the current battery power by holding down the Battery Power Indicator key programmed by your dealer, and release the key to exit. Battery power indications and alert tone are listed below:
Icon LED Indication/Tone The LED indicator glows green. The LED indicator glows orange. The LED indicator glows red. The LED indicator glows red and an alert tone sounds.
* The battery runs low. Please recharge or replace the battery. Basic Operations Turning On/Off the Radio Adjusting the Volume To select a zone, do one of the following:
Menu: Go to "Menu > Zone", press the Up or Down key to select an appropriate zone, and then press the OK/Menu key to switch to the selected zone. Shortcut key: Switch to an appropriate zone by pressing the Zone Up or Zone Down key programmed by your dealer. Selecting a Channel Data and voice are transmitted and received on the selected channel. To select a channel, rotate the Channel Selector knob to the desired channel. Selecting a Zone A zone is a group of channels within the same operational area. The radio supports up to 64 zones, with a maximum of 128 channels per zone. 7 Inputting via Keypad You can use the keypad to enter user aliases or IDs and text messages. Here are some useful tips:
To switch the input method between alphabetic mode and numeric mode, press
. To enter special characters, press in the in the numeric mode. alphabetic mode or To enter a space, press in the alphabetic mode. Locking or Unlocking Keys and Knobs When the keypad is not in use, it is recommended that you lock it to avoid accidental key presses. To lock or unlock the keypad, do one of the following:
Automatically lock or unlock the keypad The Keypad Lock feature allows the keypad to be locked automatically if no operation is being performed within a preset time period. To enable this feature, go to "Menu > Settings >
Radio Set > Keypad Lock", select "Enable", and The ID and alias of a new contact must be unique. Call Services Once you have selected the required channel, you can make or receive calls on that channel. To ensure optimal voice quality on the receiving radio, keep the microphone about 2.5 to 5 centimeters away from your mouth when the radio is transmitting. set "Delay Time(s)" by pressing the Up or Down key. To disable this feature, select "Disable" under the
"Keypad Lock" menu. Manually lock or unlock the keypad To manually lock or unlock the keypad, do one of the following on the home screen:
Press the Keypad Lock key programmed by your dealer. Press the OK/Menu key and then press
. You can go to "Menu > Settings > Radio Set
> Optional Key" to set whether the keys and knobs still function when the keypad is locked . Creating a Private Contact To add a new contact to the private contact list, go to
"Menu > Contact > New Contact", enter the ID and alias of the new contact, and save it. 8 Private Call A private call is a call from an individual user to another individual user. Group Call A group call is a call from an individual user to a group of users. Initiating a Private Call On the home screen, press and hold the PTT key to initiate a call to the private contact preset for the current channel. In this case, the radio displays on the screen. For other ways to initiate a private call, refer to the corresponding Feature Book included with the product. Receiving and Responding to a Private Call When you receive a private call, the radio emits a tone and displays on the screen. You then can listen to it without any operation. Initiating a Group Call On the home screen, press and hold the PTT key to initiate a group call to the group contact preset for the current channel. In this case, the radio displays on the screen. For other ways to initiate a group call, refer to the corresponding Feature Book included with the product. Receiving and Responding to a Group Call When you receive a group call, the radio emits a tone and displays on the screen. You then can listen to it without any operation. You can press and hold the PTT key to speak within the preset time period. Otherwise, the call ends and the radio displays missed call indications. You can press and hold the PTT key to speak within the preset time period. If there is no voice activity within the preset time period, the call ends. Call on Analog Channel without Signaling To transmit on the analog channel, press and hold the PTT key and speak into the microphone. To receive, release the PTT key. For descriptions and operations of calls on the analog channel with signaling, refer to the corresponding Feature Book included with the product. Emergency Call In case of emergency, you can use the Emergency Call feature to ask for help from other personnel or the control center. This feature needs to be configured and enabled by your dealer. For details, refer to the corresponding Feature Book included with the product. Message Services Message services allow you to send and receive text and quick text messages. Sending a Text Message To edit and then send a text message, do as follows:
9 1. Go to "Menu > Message > New Msg", and then 1. Go to "Menu > Message > Inbox > Inbox List", and then select the message to be viewed. Press the OK/Menu key to view the details. 2. 2. 3. 4. 5. edit the text. Press the OK/Menu key, and then select "Send". Select "Contact List" or "Manual Dial". Select the required contact or enter the contact number. Press the OK/Menu key to send the text message. Sending a Quick Text Message Quick text messages are preprogrammed by your dealer, and you can edit each message before sending it. To send a quick text message, do as follows:
1. Go to "Menu > Message > Quick Text", and then select the required quick text.
(Optional) Edit the quick text. Press the OK/Menu key, and then select "Send". Select "Contact List" or "Manual Dial". Select the required contact or enter the contact number. Press the OK/Menu key to send the text message. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Viewing a Received Message To view a received message, do as follows:
10 Troubleshooting Phenomena Analysis Solution The battery may be installed improperly. Remove and reattach the battery. The radio cannot be turned on. During reception, the voice is weak, intermittent or totally inactive. The battery power may run out. Recharge or replace the battery. The battery may suffer from poor contact caused by dirty or damaged battery contacts. Clean the battery contacts or replace the battery. The battery voltage may be low. Recharge or replace the battery. The volume level may be low. Increase the volume by rotating the Volume Control knob. The antenna may be loose or may be installed incorrectly. Turn off the radio, and remove and reattach the antenna. The speaker may be blocked. Clean the surface of the speaker. You cannot communicate with other group members. The frequency or signal strength may be low in comparison to other members. Verify your TX/RX frequency and signal strength are correct. The channel type (digital or analog) may be set incorrectly. Verify you are on the correct digital or analog channel. You may be too far away from other members. Move towards other members. 11 Phenomena Analysis Solution Unknown voices or noise is heard on the channel. You are unable to hear anyone because of too much noise and hiss. The GPS cannot locate your position. You may be interrupted by radios using the same frequency. Change the frequency, or adjust the squelch level. The radio in analog mode may be set with no signaling. Set signaling for all radios operating at the same frequency to avoid interference. You may be too far away from other members. Move towards other members. You may be located in an unfavorable position. For example, your communication may be blocked by high buildings or blocked in an underground area. It could be the result of external disturbance (such as electromagnetic interference). Move to an open and flat area, and restart the radio and try contacting again. Stay away from equipment that may cause interference. GPS signals may not be received due to unfavorable position. Move to an open and flat area, and try again. You cannot use the keys. The keypad may fail to function temporarily. The LCD does not display any information. The LCD may fail to function temporarily. Restart the radio. Restart the radio. If the above solutions cannot fix your problems, or you may have some other queries, please contact us or your local dealer for more technical support. 12 as stain removers, alcohol, sprays or oil preparations, so as to avoid surface case damage. Make sure the product is completely dry before use. Optional Accessories Contact your local dealer for the optional accessories used with the product. Use the accessories specified by Hytera only;
otherwise, the Company will not be liable for any loss or damage arising out of the use of any unauthorised accessories. Care and Cleaning To guarantee optimal performance as well as a long service life of the product, please follow these tips. Product Care Do not pierce or scrape the product. Keep the product far away from substances that can corrode the circuitry. Do not hold the product by the antenna or earpiece cable. Close the accessory connector cover when no accessory is in use. Product Cleaning Turn off the product and remove the battery before cleaning. Clean up the dust and fine particles on the products surface and charging piece with a clean and dry lint-free cloth or a brush regularly. Use neutral cleanser and a non-woven fabric to clean the keys, knobs and front case after long-
time use. Do not use chemical preparations such 13