Viking® VM600 Series Mobile Radio Operating Manual Project 25 Conventional and Trunked Conventional Analog and Digital SMARTNET®/SmartZone® Part Number 002-0600-05000 April 2014 Draft 4/29/2014
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Viking VM600 Mobile Radio Operating Manual April 2014 Table of Contents Safety Information xiii 1 1-1 Radio Overview Capabilities & Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Radio Software and Configuration Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Supported Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents (continued) Dual Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Power On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Microphone Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 External Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents (continued) Time-Out Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Home Channel Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Power Output Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Alert Tone Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents (continued) Penalty Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Conversation Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Repeater Talk-Around . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Displaying Transmit / Receive Frequency . .
Table of Contents (continued) 7 Text Messaging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Data Setup for Text Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Receiving a Text Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing Previously Received Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents (continued) Locking / Unlocking a Site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auto Site Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ZoneFail Site Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P25 Wide Area Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents (continued) 9 Data Features 9-1 P25 Packet Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1 P25 Trunking Data Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Radio Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Interface Connection . . . . . . .
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List of Figures Figure 1.1 1.2 1.3 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 4.1 4.2 4.3 5.1 6.1 8.1 8.2 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.5 9.6 9.7 9.8 9.9 9.10 9.11 9.12 9.13 9.14 9.15 9.16 9.17 9.18 Page Viking VM600 Mobile Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Digital Keypad Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Viking VM600 Mobile Radio Mounted in Base Station . . . . . .
List of Figures (continued) Figure 9.19 9.20 9.21 x Page Radio Connection Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21 Command Prompt Screen: Sending “Ping” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21 Command Prompt Screen: Replies to Successful “Ping” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
List of Tables Table 2.1 2.2 5.1 Page Standard Control Head Display Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Lightning Display Operating/Status Mode Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Programmable Option Button and Menu Mode Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Safety Information Section0 RF Energy Exposure Awareness and Control Information, and Operational Instructions for FCC Occupational Use Requirements Before using your mobile two-way radio, read this important RF energy awareness and control information and operational instructions to ensure compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines.
Safety Information Federal Communications Commission Regulations The FCC rules require manufacturers to comply with the FCC RF energy exposure limits for mobile two-way radios before they can be marketed in the U.S. When two-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 label directing users to specific user awareness information.
Safety Information Guidelines • User awareness instructions should accompany device when transferred to other users. • Do not use this device if the operational requirements described herein are not met. 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.
Safety Information • Use only EFJohnson Technologies-approved supplied antenna or EFJohnson Technologies-approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and may violate FCC regulations. Frequency Manufacturer Base Model No.
Safety Information Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, ate antenna type and its gain should be chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than necessary for successful communication. Conformement a Ia reglementation d’Industrie Canada, le present emetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d’un gain maximal (ou inferieur) approuve pour l’emetteur par Industrie Canada.
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S ECTION Radio Overview Section1 The Viking® VM600 Mobile radio is designed specifically for critical land mobile radio applications. Whether for police and fire first responders or public service and government communications, the Viking® VM600 provides the features and capabilities for all operating modes. Seamless interoperability with analog and digital, wideband and narrowband, and a wide variety of trunking protocols – all available simultaneously in the same radio. Figure 1.
Radio Overview - Up to 1024 Channels / Talkgroups - SMARTNET II®, SmartZone® P25 Digital and Analog, P25 Digital and Analog - All Supported Protocols Available Simultaneously - DES, DES-OFB, & AES Encryption with 64 keys - 54-channel/16-zone Feature - P25 Conventional & Trunked OTAR - Conventional Vote Scan is Standard - Supports Key Elements of MDC1200 - Compatible with Motorola Astro® - Simplified cabling with a single multi-function accessory connection in the rear • Operating Modes - Conventional Anal
Radio Overview Note 1.2 The availability of many features is controlled by field programming and by the options ordered. See the EFJohnson Technologies product description and the following sections in this manual for additional information. Radio Software and Configuration Programming The radio operating software can be easily updated to accommodate new releases and updates issued from EFJohnson technical support. 1.
Radio Overview OTAR Options • OTAR P25 conventional • OTAR P25 trunked Trunking Options • • • • SMARTNET analog operation SmartZone analog operation Digital SMARTNET/SmartZone EFJohnson MultiNet Feature Options • • • • • • • • • Keypad programming (Federal Government users only) Full Keypad support 512 or 864 talkgroups, depending on the option enabled 54-Channel/16-Zone mode Custom icons Zonefail site lock MDC1200 700 MHz Band Conventional Vote Scan Currently, the only operating mode that is standard
Radio Overview 1.6 Radio Accessories Various accessories are available from EFJohnson that will provide added capability and enhanced operation for this radio. The following describes some of the accessories available. 1.6.1 Digital Keypad Microphone An optional accessory microphone is available with an integral Digital Keypad. You can program various radio features to the keys. This can place often used functions conveniently on the microphone. Figure 1.
Radio Overview 1.6.2 Base Station Unit A Base Unit power supply is available that can be used to power the Viking VM600 radio from 110 volt AC line voltage. This lets the Viking VM600 be used in a field office, base station, or headquarters building. Figure 1.3 Viking VM600 Mobile Radio Mounted in Base Station Consult with your EFJohnson representative for additional accessories that can be used with your EFJohnson mobile radio.
S ECTION Controls & Display Section2 2.1 Standard Control Head The standard control head provides the primary controls, display, and speaker for the mobile radio. 2.1.1 Front Panel Controls Figure 2.1 shows the controls for the Viking VM600 Mobile radio. Figure 2.
Controls & Display ON-OFF /Volume - Pressing this control turns power ON and OFF (soft power down can be programmed as in Section 3.1.1.3), and rotating it sets the volume level. Select Switch - This switch can be pressed or rotated. An optional beep can be programmed to sound when it is pressed. Selects zones/channels and is also used for other functions such as selecting names from a call list. When selecting zones/channels, a bar above the zone or channel display (see Figure 2.
Controls & Display 2.1.2 Display Figure 2.3 shows the front panel display. Note Radios are capable of displaying messages in English, French or Spanish. Figure 2.
Controls & Display Table 2.2 lists the symbols used on the display to indicate various operating modes and status. Table 2.1 Standard Control Head Display Symbols Standard Control Head Display Symbols Operating Mode Symbols Unit (or Private) call mode active Busy (displayed when radio enters a busy transmit state) Monitor mode enabled Interconnect mode enabled Security enabled • Keypad programming/edit mode - displayed when the radio is in a mode where the user can edit radio parameters.
Controls & Display 2.2 Lightning Control Head An optional component for the Viking VM600 mobile radios is the Lightning Control Head illustrated in Figure 2.4. The Lightning Control Head offers superior readability and display options for the radio user. The control head can be fitted to both dash and remote mount mobile radio installations. Figure 2.
Controls & Display 2.2.1 Front Panel Controls The Lightning Control Head front panel controls are illustrated in Figure 2.5. Figure 2.5 Light Control Head Controls Multi-function Indicator On-Off / Volume Switch Microphone Connection Select Zone/Channel Switch Display One-Touch Programmable Buttons (8) 4-Way Navigation Pad On-Off Volume - This control has two actions: rotation and press. Press the control to turn power on/off function to the radio.
Controls & Display One-Touch Buttons - The control head has 8 one-touch buttons: two on the left of the display, five under the display, and an orange button on the right of the display. These buttons can be programmed with different radio functions. (See the Armada Programming manual for information on programming these button functions.) Figure 2.
Controls & Display 2.2.2 Display The Lightning Control Head includes a highly readable display. The display is a monochrome display with 320 x 80 pixels. The display supports both the Classic Single Line display mode or enhanced Dual Line functionality. In Classic Single Line mode, display will have primary fields corresponding to the fields available on the mobile Viking control head, with the addition of the soft menu keys. Figure 2.7 shows the front panel display. Figure 2.
Controls & Display Lightning Control Head Symbols (Continued) The current channel is the priority 2 channel in the enabled scan list (only when scan is on or when in scan edit mode) Interconnect mode enabled Private call mode enabled Radio is in Roaming mode P25 data context enabled (radio is ready for data operations) P25 data channel grant (radio is operating on a data channel) Site lock mode Multi-Net trunking group scan enabled Signal strength (indicates an acceptable site, and may range from 4 bars to
Controls & Display 2.3 Rear Panel Connectors The mobile rear panel connectors are shown in Figure 2.8. These are applicable to both the Standard and Lightning control heads. Figure 2.8 Rear Panel Connectors Antenna DC Power Accessory DC Power - Connection point for the nominal 12-volt, negative ground power source (see Figure 2.8). Antenna - Type N for connecting the antenna.
S ECTION Dual Controls & External Speaker Section3 3.1 Dual Control Configurations The Viking VM600 series mobile radio is available in two dual-control configurations, each with different programming and setup requirements: - Dash-mount radio with a remote mount control head - Remote-mount radio with two remote control heads Figure 3.1 Dash-Mount Radio with Remote Control Head Figure 3.
Dual Control Configurations Section 3 - Dual Controls & External Speaker Both dual control configurations can be configured and ordered as a complete kit. Existing Viking mobiles can also be converted to dual control configurations by the purchase of accessory kits, as described in the EFJohnson Subscriber Radio Accessories Catalog. Contact your EFJohnson Sales Representative for additional information. 3.1.
Dual Control Configurations 3.1.3 Section 3 - Dual Controls & External Speaker Hardware Setup When shipped, the dual remote-mount configuration consists of a dash-mount radio, a remote control head, a conversion kit for the second control head, and required cabling. Upon receipt, the installer must convert the dash-mount mobile radio into a remote-mount configuration using instructions contained in the installation manual (part number 0045300-73001) which is supplied with the unit.
Dual Control Configurations Figure 3.3 Section 3 - Dual Controls & External Speaker Programming Microphone Gain Settings Removal of either control head will affect system performance. If there is a need to later convert the system to a single control head application, Armada must be used to un-check the "Dual Remote Control Head Gain" on the Mic Levels screen.
Dual Control Configurations 3.1.6 Section 3 - Dual Controls & External Speaker Master / Slave Programming In both dual control configurations, either control head can be designated as the Master and the other as the Slave. The Master control head controls the volume of its internal speaker and any external speakers that are connected to the radio's 8-pin accessory connector (see installation manual for connection details).
Dual Control Configurations Section 3 - Dual Controls & External Speaker 3.1.7 Dual Control Operation 3.1.7.1 Power On/Off The power switching in dual configurations is such that either control head can switch the radio on, but both control heads must be off to turn the radio off. If the power button on both control heads is pressed, then the power button on both control heads must be pressed again to turn the radio off.
External Speaker 3.2 Section 3 - Dual Controls & External Speaker External Speaker An optional 4 ohm, 15 watt external speaker is available from EFJohnson (Part No. 2500151-006). This can be used to enhance radio audio or to provide primary audio for a remote-mount radio. Refer to the Viking VM600 Series Mobile Radio Installation guides for additional installation information. Figure 3.5 3.2.
External Speaker Section 3 - Dual Controls & External Speaker To re-enable the internal speaker, proceed as follows: 1 Power up the mobile radio 2 Press buttons F2 and F5 at the same time, and release (see Figure 3.4).
S ECTION General Operation Section4 4.1 Basic Operation 4.1.1 Turning Power ON and Setting Volume Power is turned ON and OFF by pressing the ON-OFF /Volume knob. When power is turned ON, the radio goes through a self test. When that is successfully completed, software version, unit ID, zone, then channel are briefly displayed (except when a conventional analog channel is selected), a tone sounds (if tones are enabled), and the radio is ready for normal operation.
General Operation If the Radio ID feature is enabled, the radio will display the Radio ID alias in place of the Self Test message during startup. Radio ID identifies the personality file used to program the radio, the service area for which the radio is programmed, or functional grouping for which the radio is programmed. The Radio ID alias display will be included with the Radio Info display items in both button/scroll and menu modes. If disabled, the Radio ID menu mode will display a blank line.
General Operation The user can power the radio completely down by pressing the option button programmed for this purpose (F2 or F6). If the user presses the ON/OFF/Volume knob while soft is in effect, the radio returns to full power up operation. 4.1.2 Power-Up Password The power-up password feature prevents unauthorized use of the radio by requiring that an eight-digit password be entered to make it operational. This feature is enabled or disabled by programming.
General Operation 4.1.2.4 Password Entry Procedure When a password is requested, it is entered as follows: • Rotate and press the Select switch. A single beep sounds when the switch is pressed (if that option is selected) 4.1.2.5 User (Power-On) Passwords Separate Download (write) and Upload (read) passwords can be programmed to prevent unauthorized downloading or uploading of radio programming parameters.
General Operation 4.1.3 Speaking into the Microphone For best results, hold the microphone about 1-2 inches from your mouth and speak at a normal conversational level. Do not shout since it distorts your voice and does not increase range. Note If excessive background noise consistently interferes with communications, Microphone Sensitivity should be adjusted (using Armada). Make sure that the PTT (push-to-talk) switch is pressed before you begin to speak and released as soon as the message is complete.
General Operation 4.1.6 Zone / Channel Display and Select Zone / Channel Display and Select operate as follows: 4.1.6.1 Zone / Channel Display The selected zone is shown on the radio display (Figure 4.1). When selected by the Zone/ Channel switch (see Section 4.1.6.3), the select bar will display above the Zone Number. In addition, the alias text identifier for the selected zone will be shown on the display screen. Figure 4.
General Operation Channel alias can be a combination of zone and channel aliases. With conventional channels, the channel frequency may be displayed instead of the alias if the Display Information option switch is programmed (see Section 6.8). Figure 4.2 Channel Display Channel Select Indicator Channel Identifier Alias Zone Number Channel Number If channel scanning is enabled, the channel number will change to show the current active channel being scanned.
General Operation Rotating the Select switch clockwise increases the zone or channel and rotating it counterclockwise decreases the zone or channel number. A single beep sounds when the channel is changed (if that option is enabled). After the highest zone or channel is displayed, wrap-around to the lowest zone or channel occurs and vice versa. If an unprogrammed channel is selected, “UNPROGRAMD” is displayed and a tone sounds. The radio may also be programmed so that only programmed channels are selected.
General Operation For example, Zone 1/Channel 16 is selected by Channel 16, and Zone 2/Channel 16 is selected by Channel 32. Seq. Ch. No. Zone Channel 1 - 16 17 - 32 33 - 48 1 2 3 1 - 16 1 - 16 1 - 16 Proceed as follows to select channels using this mode: 1 Enable the direct Channel Select mode selecting it via the menu or by pressing the Channel Select option switch. A single beep sounds when the switch is pressed (if that option is enabled).
General Operation A “Favorites” button in the Viking VM600 allows the user to add channels to the Favorite Zone. If The Favorite Zone is enabled, the user has the ability to change the channels that are in his favorites list, as follows: 1 Select the zone / channel to be placed into Favorites, using the zone/channel selectors. 2 Press the “Favorites” button (the radio remembers the current zone/channel). 3 Turn the Selector knob to the location (1-16) where you want to store this favorite.
General Operation 4.1.10 Preventing Vehicle Battery Discharge In the standby mode (power on, not transmitting), radio power consumption is relatively low. Therefore, you can probably leave the radio ON for one or two days without operating the vehicle and the battery should not become seriously discharged. However, if the outdoor temperature is low enough to significantly decrease battery capacity, the radio should be turned OFF when not in use.
General Operation 4.1.12 Radio Service If “UNPROGRAMD” is displayed, the cause can be any of the following: • An unprogrammed channel is selected. Select a programmed channel. • The selected channel is programmed for an option that is not installed or an error in programming was detected. Contact your system operator for service. If no characters or all characters appear in the display, the viewing angle may be improperly adjusted. Refer to Section 4.1.4 for more information.
General Operation 4.2 Operating Modes Each selectable channel can be programmed for the conventional (analog or Project 25 digital), SMARTNET/SmartZone, or Project 25 digital trunked operating mode. For example, Zone 1/Channel 1 could be a conventional channel, Zone 1/Channel 2 a SMARTNET channel, and so on. More information on these modes follows. Note All operating modes utilize certain functions that are activated/deactivated by pressing and holding a particular button or switch.
General Operation SMARTNET and SmartZone operation and programming is very similar. Basically, SMARTNET operation is limited to a single repeater site and SmartZone operation allows automatic roaming between sites. SMARTNET/SmartZone features include roaming (SmartZone only), telephone, private, and emergency calls, Call Alert™, and messaging. Either analog or digital signaling may be used. Enhanced SMARTNET/SmartZone features provide the same, plus gives you responses from the system.
General Operation • The P25 mode uses a system ID, Wide Area Communications Network (WACN) ID, and RF Subsystem ID (RFSS). The SmartZone mode does not use the WACN and RFSS IDs. • P25 Unit IDs can be 1-16,777,215 (000001-FFFFFF hex) and SmartZone Unit IDs can be 1-65,535 (0001-FFFF hex). 4.2.4 Systems, Channels, and Zones A zone and channel are selected to place and receive calls. The following describes the relationship between systems, channels, and zones. 4.2.4.
General Operation 4.2.4.3 Zones A zone is a collection of up to 16 channels of any type. For example, a zone could include 12 conventional channels and four SMARTNET channels. One use of zones may be to program the channels used for operation in a different geographical areas. The maximum number of zones is 32 or 54 depending on the option enabled.
S ECTION Radio Wide Features Section5 Radio wide features are features common to all operating modes. 5.1 Option Buttons Six option buttons on the front panel (one is located to the left of the display) can be programmed to control a different set of functions for each of the three operating modes. Therefore, up to 18 different functions can be controlled by these buttons (six each for conventional, SMARTNET/SmartZone, and P25 Trunking). Figure 5.
Radio Wide Features The available functions in each mode are shown in Table 5.1. Table 5.
Radio Wide Features Table 5.
Radio Wide Features 5.3 Time-Out Timer The time-out timer disables the transmitter if it is keyed for longer than the programmed time. It can be programmed on each channel for times of 15 seconds to 3 minutes, 45 seconds or it can be disabled. If the transmitter is keyed continuously for longer than the programmed time, the transmitter is disabled, a continuous tone sounds, and “TX TIMEOUT” is displayed. Five seconds before time-out occurs, a warning beep sounds to indicate that time-out is approaching.
Radio Wide Features Pressing the TX PWR switch toggles the power setting. The new level is flashed in the display when this switch is pressed as “HI POWER” or “LOW POWER”. If selectable power is not permitted on the current channel or system, the fixed power level is flashed and no power change occurs. The selected power level is permanent until it is manually changed again. The power levels are set at the factory or when the radio is tuned using the PCTune™ software. 5.
Radio Wide Features 5.8 Horn Alert The horn alert feature sounds an external alert such as the vehicle horn when certain calls are received. It is available if a Horn option switch is programmed and the proper connection has been made to the external alert. The horn alert output is pin 4 of the accessory cable, and an external driver circuit of some type is usually required. Refer to the Viking VM600 Installation Manual for more information on how to install this feature.
Radio Wide Features 5.10 Surveillance Mode If the Surveillance mode is programmed, the backlight, all alert tones, and front panel LED indicator can be disabled individually or totally, based on programming. The transmit/receive LED indicator, display and keypad backlight, and all alert tones can be disabled. When setting is enabled, the radio will power up in Surveillance mode with the selected options active.
Radio Wide Features 5.12 Scanning Scanning monitors the channels in the scan list for messages the radio is programmed to receive. When a message is detected, scanning stops and the message is received. Shortly after the message is complete, scanning resumes. If the microphone off-hook condition is detected (Hangup Box Monitor selected by programming), scanning stops and selective squelch (such as Call Guard CTCSS or NAC/ group ID detect) is disabled on conventional channels.
Radio Wide Features • If the zone or channel is changed while scanning is selected, scanning continues on the same or a different scan list (see Section 5.13.1). Note Each SMARTNET/SmartZone and P25 trunked channel can be programmed so that scanning is automatically enabled when the channel is selected. 5.12.2 Radio Wide Scanning Radio wide scanning monitors the channels in the preprogrammed radio wide scan list.
Radio Wide Features Conventional Operation - Transmissions can be programmed to always occur on the priority, selected, or receive channel (if applicable). Refer to Section 6.10 for more information. SMARTNET/SmartZone/P25 Trunked Operation - If scanning is halted to receive a message, programming determines if transmissions occur on the selected or active channel. Transmissions at other times occur on the selected channel.
Radio Wide Features 5.13 Scan Lists Priority and Radio Wide Scan lists can be programmed. 5.13.1 Priority Mode Scan Lists A scan list is simply the channels that are scanned when scanning is enabled. With all operating modes, as many priority scan lists as are required can usually be programmed (up to 255). The only limitation is the available memory. Each list can include up to 256 channels/talkgroups. More information follows on selecting and editing priority scan lists.
Radio Wide Features 5.13.1.3 Editing a Priority Scan List If the SCN ED (Scan Edit) option switch is programmed, priority scan lists can be user edited as follows (all operating modes). This option is also selectable via the menu. Changes are permanent (cycling power does not reselect a default condition). Proceed as follows: 1 Make sure that both priority and radio wide scanning are OFF (the rotating icon is not indicated in the right status display).
Radio Wide Features 5.13.2 Radio Wide Scan List With radio wide scanning, there is only one scan list available regardless of the type of channel selected. This list is user programmable and can include up to 16 channels of any type. For example, it could include six conventional channels and ten SMARTNET/ SmartZone channels. More information on selecting and editing radio wide scan lists follows. 5.13.2.
Radio Wide Features 5.14 Global Positioning System (GPS) If this feature is enabled, GPS data can be received from satellites when a GPS receiver is attached to the serial port of the radio. GPS data can be viewed using P25, Conventional, MultiNet, and SMARTNET/SmartZone Systems. 5.14.1 Viewing GPS Data To use the GPS feature (on a properly configured radio): 1 Connect the cable from the GPS receiver to the Accessory Cable on the back of the radio (see Figure 2.8).
Radio Wide Features 5.14.2 Sending GPS Data The radio can send GPS data in conventional digital mode only. Refer to paragraph 6.16 for more information. 5.15 Over the Air Programming OTAP is an “Over the Air” programming feature for the subscriber parameter (code plug) files. Using the OTAP feature, parameter files can be updated and changed in the field, eliminating the need to take the radio out of service to perform the updates. OTAP requires conventional P25 data infrastructure.
Radio Wide Features and any buttons/menu items must be programmed in Armada prior to beginning an OTAP procedure if an action other than the default “Prompt” is desired. The radio must also be registered with the data router for an OTAP procedure to take place. - If the radio has undergone a successful download, by selecting the menu item or pressing the button, the radio displays the message “ACTIVATING” followed by a reset of the radio.
S ECTION Conventional Features Section6 Conventional mode features are radio features unique or used only when operating in conventional mode. 6.1 Monitoring Before Transmitting With conventional operation, you may need to manually monitor the channel before transmitting to make sure that it is not being used by someone else. If you were to transmit while someone else was using the channel, you would probably disrupt their conversation.
Conventional Features Busy Indicator - With scanning disabled, note if the multi-function indicator on the front panel is steady green. If it is green, a carrier is being detected, so the channel may be busy. If it is not, the channel is not being used and a call can be transmitted. Monitor Mode - There may be times when the busy indication is displayed even though no one is using the channel. Monitoring should then be performed by disabling Call Guard squelch (or group ID detect on P25 channels).
Conventional Features 6.3 Busy Channel Lockout The Busy Channel Lockout (also called Transmit Disable on Busy) feature automatically disables the transmitter if the channel is busy when the PTT switch is pressed. When the transmitter is disabled by this feature, “BUSY” is displayed, a busy tone sounds, and the transmitter is disabled. The Busy Channel Lockout feature can be programmed to operate as follows. Each conventional channel can be programmed differently.
Conventional Features 6.4.1 Call Guard Squelch Enable / Disable The SEL SQ option switch (if programmed) can be used to disable receive Call Guard squelch (Normal/Selective Squelch) on analog channels or group ID code detection on P25 channels. This option is also selectable via the menu. When selective squelch is disabled, “SQ NORMAL” is flashed in the display, and when it is enabled, “SQ SELECT” is flashed. When “SQ NORMAL” is selected, the receiver unsquelches only if a carrier is detected.
Conventional Features 6.4.4 Disable Call Guard The Disable Call Guard feature option lets the radio disregard any CTCSS/DCS or NAC/ Talkgroup information on the current channel. This programmable feature is best described as a monitor mode with no white noise. In analog it is functionally the same as turning the squelch mode to "normal." In digital mode it is analogous to checking the "digital squelch" box in PCConfigure. The function can be programmed to any button and the menu.
Conventional Features 64. The code number and actual code are alternately displayed (NACs are displayed in hexadecimal). 2 To select the displayed code and return to the normal display, press the SQ LIST (Squelch Code Select) switch again. 3 To check which code is selected, press the SQ LIST option switch once to display the current selection and then again to return to normal operation. 4 To return to the normal selective squelch codes, select “DEFAULT” in this mode.
Conventional Features 6.7 Repeater Talk-Around Normally, all transmissions go through a repeater which usually increases range. However, there may be times when a radio is out of range of the repeater and therefore unable to talk to anyone even though the radio being called is only a short distance away. To allow communication in this situation, repeater talk-around can be selected. Transmissions then occur on the receive frequency which permits direct radio-to-radio communication.
Conventional Features 6.9 Emergency Alarm and Call Emergency Alarms and Calls are separate functions that can be individually enabled or disabled on each analog and P25 conventional system. The Emergency option switch (or menu selection) is required for these functions. Emergency Alarms and Calls are transmitted on the global (radio wide) emergency zone/channel if one is programmed and a smart console with message receiving capabilities is used.
Conventional Features 6.9.2 Emergency Call Alert This feature notifies a user when an emergency call is being made on their selected P25 Conventional or P25 Trunking Talkgroup. The radio should also be programmed with an “Emergency Clear” button. If an emergency call is received by the radio on the selected channel, the emergency alarm ACK tone will sound (five consecutive tones), and the Emergency Received message will display, followed by the unit ID of the emergency radio.
Conventional Features 1 If required, select a channel of a system on which Emergency Calls are enabled and press the EMER option switch. The Emergency Call is then sent as described in Section 6.9.1 if applicable. 2 If the preceding Emergency Hot Mic feature is enabled, the call is automatically transmitted without pressing the PTT switch. If it is disabled, press the PTT switch and begin speaking as with a standard call.
Conventional Features 1 With scanning OFF, press and hold the SCAN option switch until a tone sounds (or use menu selection). Scanning is OFF when the rotating is not indicated in the right status display. If required, turn scanning OFF by briefly pressing this switch. If the SCAN option switch is pressed while scanning, Nuisance Channel Delete described in Section 5.12.5 is performed. 2 The currently selected list is then indicated in the display as “SCAN LIST x”, where “x” is the scan list number.
Conventional Features Note Priority channel sampling is not available when receiving analog encrypted (DES) calls. In addition, the priority channel is not scanned if the active channel is an analog channel on the same frequency as the priority channel and is programmed with CTCSS/DCS squelch control. Either a single or dual priority channels can be programmed if desired. With dual priority, a call on the second priority channel is interrupted by a call on the first priority channel but not vice versa.
Conventional Features 1 Make sure that both priority and radio wide scanning are OFF (the rotating not indicated in the right status display). icon is 2 Select the channel that you want to be the priority channel using the Select switch in the normal manner. A single beep sounds when the channel is changed (if that option is enabled). If the channel is in a different zone, also select the appropriate zone.
Conventional Features 6.11.1 Placing a Standard Conventional Call To place a standard conventional call, proceed as follows: 1 Turn power ON and set the volume as described in Section 4.1.1. Select the channel programmed for the radio you want to call (see Section 4.1.6.3). 2 Monitor the channel automatically or manually as described in Section 6.1.
Conventional Features When an emergency alarm or call is placed, this ANI signaling is replaced by the Emergency DTMF ID (see Section 6.9). Refer to Section 6.12.3 for information on MDC1200 ANI. 6.12.1 Single Tone Encoder The radio will transmit and send a single tone as programmed in Armada. Single tone ANI provides call-in signaling, but does not provide identification of individual units, i.e. all units use the same single tone.
Conventional Features 6.13 Project 25 Mode Features The following features are unique to conventional P25 channels. 6.13.1 Digital Unit ID Each radio that operates on Project 25 (digital) channels is programmed with an up-toeight-digit unit ID. This ID is unique for each radio and can be any number from 116,777,215. When power is turned on with a Project 25 channel selected, this ID is briefly displayed. 6.13.
Conventional Features 6.13.5 EFJohnson System Automatic Registration When used in a EFJohnson P25 conventional infrastructure radio system, an option on the radio can be programmed to provide additional identifying information to the system upon receipt of a dynamic data registration request. If the "EFJ Affiliation" option is enabled, the subscriber unit will transmit its current talkgroup and mobile computer IP address to the system in addition to its unit ID during a dynamic data registration request.
Conventional Features that option is enabled). If talkgroup selection has been disabled on the channel by programming, the talkgroup does not change, “NO LIST” is displayed, and a tone sounds. 6.13.7 P25 Unit Calls Unit calls (also called Individual Calls) can be placed to a specific radio on Project 25 channels using the Unit Call option switch (if programmed) or by menu selection. Only the individual ID of the target radio is sent (a talkgroup ID is not sent).
Conventional Features • List only - Telephone numbers can be selected from a preprogrammed list only (direct entry as follows is not allowed) • Unlimited - Telephone numbers can be selected from a list and also dialed directly entered using the front panel controls or the keypad on the HHC. All models have the capability to place telephone calls by recalling the number from a list or dialing it using the front panel controls or using the Handheld Control Unit (HHC) telephone keypad.
Conventional Features 7 If using the front panel controls, enter the telephone number by rotating and pressing the Select switch. The 0-9, *, #, and P (pause) characters can be entered (# is displayed as a “+”). Numbers up to sixteen digits (including pauses) can be entered, and the number scrolls to the left in the display so that the eight right-most digits are always displayed. With the HHC, enter the number using the DTMF keypad (a pause indicated by “P” is entered by * #).
Conventional Features displayed. Press the PTT switch and respond. One of the following conditions then occur: - If the radio being called is on the air, ringing is heard until the called party answers or for 20 seconds, whichever occurs first. If no answer occurs within 20 seconds, a continuous tone sounds and “NO ANS” is displayed. - If the radio being called is not on the air, a continuous tone is heard instead of ringing and “NO ACK” is displayed.
Conventional Features 6.13.11 Messaging The messaging feature allows preprogrammed messages to be sent to a dispatcher on P25 channels. Up to 16 messages can be preprogrammed, and they are identified by an alias. If a MSG (Message) option switch is programmed, messages are sent as follows: 1 Momentarily press the MSG option switch (or select the option via the menu). The alias of the last message sent is displayed. 2 If required, rotate the Select switch to display the desired message.
Conventional Features 6.13.13 P25 Packet Data See Section 9 for information on data functions and services. 6.14 Keypad Programming Since keypad programming is permitted by Federal Government users only, only Federal models of this radio can be programmed with this feature. It is then available only if it has been enabled by factory programming and a conventional mode option switch is programmed for the “Keypad Programming” function.
Conventional Features Press the Select switch to select the displayed parameter. A single beep sounds when the switch is pressed (if that option is enabled). Press the PROG option switch from one of the main menus to exit keypad programming or from other menus to exit back one level. A flowchart showing the keypad programming mode menu structure is located Figure 6.1. Refer to the descriptions which follow for more information. Figure 6.1 6.14.
Conventional Features When an attempt is made to select a system or channel parameter in a password protected zone, “PASSWORD” is flashed. The password is always eight digits long and is entered using the same procedure as used for the power-up password described in Section 4.1.2. After the password is entered, system and channel parameters for that zone can be reprogrammed normally. 6.14.
Conventional Features When the desired value is displayed, store it by pressing the Select switch. A single beep sounds when the switch is pressed (if that option is enabled). TX TIMER - Selects the transmit time-out timer. Rotate the Select switch to decrement/increment the timer in 15-second steps from 0-225 or disable it by selecting 0 seconds. When the desired value is displayed, store it by pressing the Select switch. A single beep sounds when the switch is pressed (if that option is enabled).
Conventional Features desired code type (CTCSS analog or DCS digital). If an invalid code is entered, a beep sounds, “INVALID” is briefly displayed, and the editing mode continues to be selected. TX CODE - Selects the transmit codes the same as RX CODE above. NAC Squelch Control (Project 25 Channel). RX NAC - Selects the receive Network Access Code (NAC) which can be any number from 1-4095. This number is displayed in hexadecimal from 000-FFF. Rotate and press the Select switch to enter the desired code.
Conventional Features Note The channel spacing is not set with P25 channels because it is always narrow, and the squelch cannot be changed because the setting is critical for proper receiver operation. SQ ADJUST (Analog Only) - Changes the preset squelch setting on that channel. The default setting is “0” and values of –7 to +7 can be selected.
Conventional Features If “Set R to R” is disabled: • A text message can be received from radios on a digital channel with a repeater if PCTextMessage is connected to that repeater (all radios must be dynamically registered to the repeater) • A text message can be received from a radio and PCTextMessage on a digital conventional channel (if PCTextMesssage is connected to that repeater) 6.15.
Conventional Features 3 To view the message text, press the Select knob. Note 6.16 Text messages are retained only while the radio is powered up. If power is removed, all text message data is lost. Sending Global Positioning System (GPS) Data If the radio is setup for operation with a GPS receiver (see paragraph 5.14), GPS data can be sent to a properly configured repeater (digital conventional only). Examples of GPS data sent are: - Latitude (e.g., 40.55 N) Longitude (e.g., 90.41 W) Time (e.g.
Conventional Features 6.16.3 Sending GPS Data in Response to System Request If so configured, the radio accepts P25 data requests for GPS data, and responds (over the air or through Ethernet) with the current GPS data.
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S ECTION SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features Section7 The features described in this section are radio features unique to these modes of operation. 7.1 Analog and Digital Operation Either analog or digital operation can be selected for communication on SmartZone traffic channels. Each talkgroup can be programmed for either type of operation. Digital operation is an optional feature. 7.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features 7.2.1 Radio Info Button Pressing the Radio Info button (if programmed) or selection of the menu parameter allows the user to display the ID programmed for the currently selected protocol. If the radio is on a digital conventional channel, it shows the digital conventional ID. If the radio is currently on a SmartNet/SmartZone or P25 Trunking channel location, it shows the ID associated with that protocol.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features - If in the secure mode and your radio is not programmed with the proper encryption key, “KEYFAIL” is displayed and the call must be made in the clear mode or the proper key must be programmed. - If the busy tone sounds and “BUSY” is displayed, the system is busy. Release the PTT switch and wait for the call back tone to sound. Then press the PTT switch within three seconds.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features 7.3.2 Receiving a Standard Group Call Calls are received on only the talkgroup and/or announcement group programmed for the selected channel (with scanning disabled). When the selected channel is programmed with both Talk and Announcement groups, only the Talk and Announcement group IDs are detected. Other IDs in the Announcement group are detected only if no talkgroup is programmed. When a group call is received, the alias of the selected channel is displayed.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features • Unlimited - Unit IDs can be selected from a list and also dialed directly using the front panel controls or the keypad on the HHC. 7.4.1 Placing an Enhanced Private Conversation Call To recall from a list: 1 Momentarily press the Private Call option switch or select the menu parameter. The alias of the last called mobile is displayed. 2 To select another mobile, rotate the Select switch until the alias for the desired mobile is displayed.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features - If your radio or the called radio is inhibited or not programmed to make this type of call or for the requested secure mode, “RSPNS ONLY” is displayed and an alert tone sounds. - If your radio does not have the proper encryption key, “KEYFAIL” is displayed and the call must be made in the clear mode by pressing the C/S (Clear/Secure) option switch (if encryption is selectable on the channel). Otherwise, the correct key must be loaded.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features - If the radio system is busy, four low tones sound and “BUSY” is displayed. When the system is no longer busy, the call back tone (four beeps) is heard and the channel is automatically acquired. Press the PTT switch to continue the call.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features • List only - Telephone numbers can be selected from a preprogrammed list only (direct entry as follows is not allowed). • Unlimited - Telephone numbers can be selected from a list and also dialed directly entered using the front panel controls or the keypad on the HHC. 7.5.1 Placing a Telephone Call To recall from a list: 1 With a SMARTNET/SmartZone/P25 channel selected, momentarily press the Phone option switch (or select the menu parameter).
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features Each time the PTT switch is released, a go-ahead tone is sent to the landside party to indicate when they can respond. To dial a number after the connection is made, press the PTT switch and dial the number using the keypad on the HHC. Ο If the selected telephone number is not valid, “INVALID” is displayed and an alert tone sounds. Select a valid number. Ο If the system is busy, “BUSY” is displayed and the busy tone sounds.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features 7.6.1 Answering a Page To answer a Page: 1 When a page is received, five beeps sound and “PAGE RCVD” is displayed. The ID of the radio paging you is stored as the last ID received. 2 To clear or ignore the page, press any option switch. If the PTT switch is pressed, a group call is placed on the selected channel. 3 To answer the page as a private or unit call (see Section 7.4), press the Private Call option switch (or select the menu parameter).
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features - If the system received the page but the called mobile is not on the air, a single beep sounds and “NO ACK” is displayed six seconds after the PTT switch is pressed. Auto exit then occurs. 7.7 Messaging The messaging feature allows preprogrammed messages to be sent to your dispatcher. Up to 16 messages can be preprogrammed, and they are identified by an alias. Messages are sent as follows: Note This feature is not available with P25 trunked operation.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features - If five beeps sound and “ACK RCVD” is displayed, the status was received and acknowledged by the system. - If after five tries the message is not acknowledged, a tone sounds and “NO ACK” is displayed. Note 7.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features 2 When the emergency alarm is acknowledged, “ACK RCVD” is briefly displayed and the emergency acknowledge tone (five beeps) sounds. Silent operation may also be programmed in which case no tone sounds and there is no indication that an acknowledgment occurred. 3 The radio continues to transmit this message until an acknowledgment is received or the programmed number of attempts have been made.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features 7.9.3.1 Emergency Hot Mic If Emergency Hot Mic has been enabled for emergency calls, automatic transmitting occurs with microphone audio unmuted without having to manually press the PTT switch. The automatic transmit period is programmed for 10-120 seconds in ten-second intervals. If the “Increment by 1” option (P25 Trunked only) is enabled, the automatic transmit period is programmed for 1-12 seconds in one-second intervals.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features 5 To exit this mode, cycle radio power or press and hold the Emergency switch. 7.10 Failsoft Operation If a failure occurs in the SMARTNET/SmartZone or P25 Trunked system so that it cannot be used, the system directs the radio to automatically enter the failsoft mode. When in this mode, “FAILSOFT” is displayed. A failsoft tone may also be heard, depending on how the repeater is programmed.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features • When responding to calls in the scan mode, the programming of the Talkback Scan parameter determines if a response always occurs on the talkgroup of the call (Active Group) or the Selected Group if they are different. Transmissions at other times always occur on the selected talkgroup. • Up to 255 scan lists or the number that fit in available memory can be programmed.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features 7.11.1 Priority Talkgroup Sampling One talkgroup in the scan list can be designated a priority talkgroup by programming or it can be the selected talkgroup. When scanning, messages on a non-priority talkgroup are interrupted by messages on the priority talkgroup. Priority scanning must also be supported at the system level for it to occur as programmed in the radio. P25 Trunking supports dual priority scan, therefore two priority talkgroups can be selected.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features 3 To select another list, “PROGRAMMED”, or “NO LIST”, rotate the Select switch. When the desired list is displayed, select it and exit this mode by pressing the Scan List option switch again. 7.12 Dynamic Regrouping The dynamic regrouping feature allows a dispatcher to change the current talkgroup or switch radios to a predefined regrouping channel to receive a new talkgroup.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features 7.13 SmartZone and P25 Trunking Unique Features SmartZone® and P25 Trunked modes can provide access to single or multi-site systems. The P25 Trunked mode can provide access to a single trunked site or roaming between several trunked sites. 7.13.1 Busy Override The busy override feature is enabled at the system level by the system manager and is not a programmable radio feature.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features 7.13.3 Determining Current Site and Searching for a New Site To display the RSSI level of the current site, press the SEARCH option switch. The display then indicates the current site number as “SITE xx” and the RSSI (Receive Signal Strength Indicator) signal level as “RSSI xx”. This mode is then automatically exited. To scroll through the other programmed sites, press and hold the SEARCH option switch while “SITE xx” or “RSSI xx” is displayed.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features With the Zone Fail Site Lock feature enabled, the radio continues to roam normally when the system zone controller is active. However, if the zone controller fails, this is detected and the Zone Fail Site Lock mode is entered. The only site the radio is then allowed to operate on is its home site. If its home site is not available, “OUT-OF-RANGE” is displayed.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features The problem with this operation is that every time a different talkgroup is selected, the access permission may be different and a different site may need to be accessed. This could result, in a worst case, in a delay of up to 30 seconds in finding a new site. This could occur if there are no valid sites for the new talkgroup in the dynamic site list. 7.13.
SMARTNET / SmartZone / P25 Trunked Features 7.13.11 Radio Information Various radio information can be viewed on the radio display. The "Radio Info" radio button or menu item is selected to view this information. When selected, the information will scroll across the radio display. You can pause, and move the text back and forth using the same controls as you would for text messaging.
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S ECTION Secure Communication (Encryption) Section8 This radio may be equipped to provide secure communication on some or all channels. This feature encrypts the voice so that it can be understood only by someone using a radio equipped with a similar encryption device and encryption codes. If equipped with the Clear/Secure option switch and the current channel is programmed to allow switch selection, secure communication can be manually enabled and disabled by that switch.
Secure Communication (Encryption) 8.1.2 AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) An encryption standard called AES is replacing DES-OFB encryption on digital (P25) channels. It uses a 128-, 192-, or 256-bit encryption key instead of the 64-bit key used with DES. EFJohnson Technologies radios currently support only 256-bit AES keys. The type of encryption (DES or AES) is determined by the type of encryption key that is loaded (see Section 8.2), and not by the Armada programming software.
Secure Communication (Encryption) If an attempt is made to transmit a secure message without loading the corresponding key, “KEY FAIL” is displayed. The message must then be transmitted in the clear mode (this is possible only if the channel is strapped to “switchable”) or the key must be loaded. 8.2.1 Key and Algorithm IDs Each encryption key is programmed with a Key ID (also called Logical ID). This ID plus the algorithm ID (ALGID) is transmitted in the message on digital channels.
Secure Communication (Encryption) or digital encryption, and can also be used with the with the Motorola KVL-3000 Plus. With this mode, keys are loaded into a SLN (Storage Location Number), typically from 0-4095. The Keys Table must then be programmed to link channel PIDs to a specific SLN. The use of this type of indirect linking allows keysets and key IDs to be changed through OTAR while keeping the mapping from the channel or talkgroup the same. For example, as shown in Figure 8.
Secure Communication (Encryption) 8.2.5 Encryption Key Erase A KY CLR option switch can be programmed that allows the user to permanently erase all stored keys. If OTAR TEK and KEK keys are stored, all keys of both types are erased. This function can be used to ensure that unauthorized encrypted calls can no longer be placed or received by a radio. On a mobile radio, you must press the erase keys button twice within a small period of time for the keys to be erased. 8.2.
Secure Communication (Encryption) If the channel has been strapped “Clear” and the option switch selects the “Secure” mode on power up and a transmission is attempted, “CLEAR ONLY” is displayed and transmitting is disabled. Likewise, if the channel is strapped “Secure” and the option switch selects the “Clear” mode on power up and a transmission is attempted, “SECURE ONLY” is displayed and the transmitter is disabled. The radio can be programmed to ignore the “Clear” or “Secure” switch setting.
Secure Communication (Encryption) 8.4 Security Settings Override The default security settings that determine how encryption keys are used for talkgroups and channels can be changed for different operating modes. 8.4.1 Conventional (P25) Talkgroup Security Override On conventional digital (P25) channels, the encryption strapping mode and PID are programmed on a per talkgroup basis similar to the trunked modes (SMARTNET/ SmartZone/P25 Trunked).
Secure Communication (Encryption) 8.4.2.3 Channel with both a Talkgroup and Announcement Group Specified For a Talkgroup Call if the override security settings feature is enabled, then the override parameters will be used. If the override feature is not enabled, then the talkgroup parameters will be used. If the any key option is disabled and a secure talkgroup call is received that uses a different key than the one specified, the radio will not unmute but will display the received call information.
Secure Communication (Encryption) 1. The talkgroup is 1, the any key option is disabled, and the channel is secure and uses key 1. 2. The talkgroup is 2, the any key option is disabled, and the channel is secure and uses key 2. 3. The talkgroup is 1, the any key option is disabled, and the channel is secure and uses key 3. Figure 8.2 shows which calls will unmute versus which ones will remain muted while scanning on a certain channel. Figure 8.
Secure Communication (Encryption) 8.5 Over-The-Air Rekeying (OTAR) OTAR stands for “Over-The Air-Rekeying”. This is the process of sending encryption keys and related key management messages over-the-air to specific radios. The advantage of OTAR is that it allows these keys to be quickly and conveniently updated when necessary. It is no longer necessary to periodically travel to the radio location or bring the radio into a maintenance facility to load new keys.
Secure Communication (Encryption) Notice that if all radios in a cryptonet are using traffic keys from the same active keyset, the keys contained in the inactive keyset of each radio can be replaced without disrupting encrypted communications. Once the keys in the inactive keyset are replaced for every radio in a given cryptonet, the radios can switch active keysets and start using the new keys. After all radios are using the new keys, the keys in the previously used keyset can then be replaced, and so on.
Secure Communication (Encryption) • Modifying keyset names • Deleting keys • Deleting all keys (zeroize) when a radio may be lost or compromised • Determining if a radio is on the air and reading key information • Changing individual and group RSIs • Manage Subscriber Groups (groups of radios using the same keys). 8.5.4 Message Number Period (MNP) One of the parameters that is programmed in a radio using OTAR is Message Number Period (MNP).
Secure Communication (Encryption) Black - Refers to information that is encrypted. The opposite is “Red” which refers to unencrypted information. Common Key Encryption Key (CKEK) - This is a KEK common to a group of subscriber units which share the same encryption. These keys can be the DES or AES type. The use of a common key allows the subscriber units to be rekeyed by the KMF using one Key Management Message in some circumstances by addressing the KMM to a group RSI. Refer to “KEK” for more information.
Secure Communication (Encryption) Keyset Changeover - The process used to switch the active keyset setting on a subscriber unit to the currently inactive keyset so that the keys in the newly inactive keyset can be replaced without interrupting encrypted communication. Key Loader - Any type of device used to load encryption keys into a radio. With OTAR, this device must be used to provide the initial key loading of a subscriber unit so that it contains the basic keys needed for OTAR by the KMF.
Secure Communication (Encryption) 8.6 Radio Setup For Encryption The following radio setup is required for encryption regardless of whether OTAR is used: Options Enabled - The desired encryption type must have been enabled at the factory (DES, DES-OFB, AES). To determine what options are enabled, use Armada. The following are set through Armada. Please refer to the Armada Programming Manual or Help for more information. PID/SLN Mode - If the SLN mode is used, the Keys Table must be programmed also.
Secure Communication (Encryption) 8.6.0.2 Programming By Keyloader The following are the minimum parameters that need to be programmed in the radio to perform OTAR. It is not necessary to program a TEK but it is necessary that a UKEK be manually programmed to perform OTAR. If the radio does not contain a TEK, the KMF initiates a warm start-up sequence in which a temporary TEK is transferred to the radio to perform the key transfer. UKEK - This key normally has SLN (CKR) 61440 and Key ID 62880 (F5A0 hex).
Secure Communication (Encryption) OTAR Messages That Are Supported The following KMM Message IDs are recognized by or sent: CHANGE RSI 0x03 CHANGE RSI RESPONSE 0x04 KEYSET CHANGEOVER 0x05 KEYSET CHANGEOVER RESPONSE 0x06 DELAYED ACK 0x07 HELLO 0x0C INVENTORY 0x0D INVENTORY RESPONSE 0x0E MODIFY KEY 0x13 MODIFY KEYSET ATTRIBUTES 0x14 MODIFY KEYSET ATTRIBUTES RESPONSE 0x15 NEGATIVE ACK 0x16 NO SERVICE 0x17 REKEY ACK 0x1D REKEY 0x1E WARM START 0x20 ZEROIZE 0x21 ZEROIZE RESPONSE
Secure Communication (Encryption) Clear/Secure Select - This enables and disables encryption regardless of whether OTAR is used. Refer to Section 8.3 for more information. Erase Keys - Erases all TEK and KEK keys contained in the radio. Key Select - This allows a different key to be selected for the current channel or group (conventional channels only). Refer to Section 8.2.4 for more information. OTAR Rekey Request - Sends a message which tells the KMF that the radio is on the air and requests rekeying.
Secure Communication (Encryption) - The data channel icon goes out (once the radio returns to a control channel), but the data context icon stays on. If the data context icon is not on, you do not have an SNDCP context (i.e., you are not data registered). Once the radio has a data context, if it is configured for OTAR and has a UKEK, it will attempt to OTAR register.
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S ECTION Data Features Section9 Advances in digital communications allows for new data features and services using the radio link. This section describes the data features and services available for the Viking VM600 radio. 9.1 P25 Packet Data P25 packet data transmission capability is available with Viking VM600 mobile radios. A Data option switch can be programmed to toggle the data mode ON and OFF (or the menu option can be used).
Data Features 9.2 P25 Trunking Data Services P25 Trunking supports data service on a P25 Trunking system using an EF Johnson Technologies radio and a portable computer. The radio communicates with the computer over the P25 Mobile Data Peripheral (MDP) Interface, which uses an RS232 hardware interface at 9600 bits/s.
Data Features Frame Sync Seek Period - Selects the amount of time the radio listens for a frame sync sequence before a packet is transmitted. Times are 0 to 5000 msec., in increments of 50 msec. The default is 750 msec. Tx Short Random Range - Selects the maximum amount of time the radio waits to transmit once the first qualified FS is received indicating the channel is clear. Times are 50 to 500 msec., in increments of 50 The default is 50 msec.
Data Features 9.2.4 PPP Link Establishment To begin data transmissions from an application running on a portable computer, a data connection must first be established between the mobile computer and the radio (with data capability enabled). This is accomplished by creating a new connection using the Microsoft Windows Operating System. Note The following screen shots are derived from Windows XP. The network connection screen can be accessed through the control panel.
Data Features 2 Click Create a new connection link.The New Connection Wizard screen appears (Figure 9.2). Figure 9.
Data Features 3 Click Next. The Network Connection Type screen appears (Figure 9.3). Figure 9.
Data Features 4 Select Set up an advanced connection, then click Next. The Advanced Connection Options screen appears (Figure 9.4) Figure 9.4 Advanced Connection Options Screen 5 Select Connect directly to another computer, then click Next. The Host or Guest screen appears (Figure 9.5). 6 Select Guest, then click Next. The Connection Name screen appears (Figure 9.6).
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Data Features 7 In the Computer Name frame, type the name for the connection. Then click Next. The Select a Device screen appears (Figure 9.7). Figure 9.7 Select a Device Screen 8 From the Select a device pull-down list, select the communications port to use to connect the cable from the radio to the computer. Then click Next. The Connection Availability screen appears (Figure 9.8). 9 Under the Create this connection for options, select Anyone’s use.Then click Next.
Data Features Figure 9.8 Connection Availability Figure 9.
Data Features 10 Click Finish. The new connection is established (and should be in the network connection folder). The Connect Radio screen appears (Figure 9.10). Figure 9.10 Connect Radio Screen 11 Click Properties. The Radio Properties screen appears (Figure 9.11). 12 Under the General tab, click Configure. Verify that the communications port selected in Step 8 is selected in the Select a device pull-down list.
Data Features Figure 9.11 Radio Properties Screen: General Tab 13 Click OK. The Modem Configuration screen appears (Figure 9.12).
Data Features Figure 9.12 Modem Configuration Screen 14 From the Maximum Speed pull-down list, select 9600. Leave all other options unchecked, and click OK. The Radio Properties screen returns (Figure 9.13).
Data Features Figure 9.13 Radio Properties Screen: Options Tab 15 Under the Options tab, ensure that the box for Prompt for name and password certificate, etc. is unchecked. Then select the Networking tab (Figure 9.14).
Data Features Figure 9.14 Radio Properties Screen: Networking Tab 17 Ensure that the box for Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked. Then click Properties.The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties screen appears (Figure 9.15).
Data Features Figure 9.15 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Screen 18 Select Obtain an IP address automatically, then click Advanced. The Advanced TCP/ IP Settings screen appears (Figure 9.16).
Data Features Figure 9.16 Advanced TCP/IP Settings Screen 19 Ensure that the box for Use default gateway on remote network is unchecked. Then click OK. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties screen returns (Figure 9.17).
Data Features Figure 9.17 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Screen 20 Click OK. The Radio Properties screen returns (Figure 9.18). 21 Click Cancel. The configuration of the connection between the radio and the portable computer is complete.
Data Features Figure 9.18 Radio Properties Screen: Networking Tab 9.2.4.1 Connection and Testing To connect the computer and radio and test the connection perform the instructions in the following paragraphs. 9.2.4.1.1 Connection To connect the computer and radio, right click on the network icon. The Connecting Radio window (Figure 9.19) appears, and remains until the connection is made.
Data Features Figure 9.19 Radio Connection Window 9.2.4.1.2 PPP Link Test Further verification that the link is working correctly an be made by “pinging” the subscriber radio from the mobile computer: 1 Activate the Command Prompt screen from the Accessories pull-down list of the Start menu (see Figure 9.20). Figure 9.20 Command Prompt Screen: Sending “Ping” 2 At the prompt, type ping followed by the IP address of the radio. In the above example the IP address 128.1.0.
Data Features Figure 9.
S ECTION Tones & Error Messages Section10 10.1 Supervisory Tones Supervisory Tones are described as follows: Single Beep (Alert Tone) • Power was turned ON and a successful power-up sequence occurred (see Section 4.1.1). • The time-out timer is about to expire or the penalty timer has expired (Section 5.3). • The conversation timer is about to expire (Section 6.6). • The system received your page but the paged radio is not on the air (Section 7.6).
Tones & Error Messages • Dynamic regrouping has been exited but the dynamic regrouping channel is still selected (Section 7.12). Single Short Medium-Pitch Tone • A valid key has been pressed. Single Short Low-Pitch Tone • An invalid key has been pressed. Medium Tone (No Acknowledge) • The paged radio did not acknowledge the page (Section 7.6). • The message that was sent has not been acknowledged (Section 7.7). • The status condition that was sent has not been acknowledged (Section 7.8).
Tones & Error Messages Alternating Tone • Dynamic regrouping has occurred (Section 7.12). • Dynamic regrouping has occurred but the regrouping channel is not selected (Section 7.12). Busy Signal • The radio system is busy or a busy condition exists when making a telephone call. Three Medium Pitch Tones • A channel is available after a busy condition occurred (SMARTNET/SmartZone only). 10.2 Error Messages The following are definitions of the various error messages that may be displayed.
Tones & Error Messages Bad Fl Fmt - A profile/or user parameters have been downloaded to the radio that do not match the file format supported by the firmware/software in the radio.This message may appear on initial power up following a firmware upgrade. In such cases the message can be cleared by doing a read/write of parameters using PCC version 2.6.x or later. Bad Hrdwar - The software was loaded on the wrong platform. The boot loader version does not match the expected boot loader version. I.e.
Tones & Error Messages Fixed Low - The selected channel or group is strapped to low power and thus high power can not be selected. HC08 Fail - The HC08 was not initialized correctly and cannot be accessed for flash reads and writes, tone generations, etc. Applicable to ES series radios only. Hot - The radio has passed the "Hot" temperature threshold and will only transmit in low power. Invalid - The received input from the user does not fit the criteria necessary for the feature.
Tones & Error Messages No Items - The menu the user tried to access does not have any items. No List - No list is available for the selected channel. No Message - No message is programmed for transmission. No Reply - Radio cloning failed due to no response. No Sat Rec - The user has a tried to enter GPS mode but the receiver does not have a satellite lock. No Service - OTAR service is not available. No Site - No site with a verified ID is yet on the dynamic site list.
S ECTION Service Information Section11 This section describes how to obtain authorized service for the Viking VM600 Series mobile radio. 11.1 Product Warranty The warranty statement for this equipment is available from your product supplier or from: Warranty Department EFJohnson Technologies 8050 Jetstar # 175 Irving, TX 75063 This information may also be requested from the Warranty Department by phone at the numbers listed in Section 11.2.
Service Information 11.2 Telephone Technical Support Technical support personnel can help resolve many issues over the telephone, such as display, volume, software, programming. The Customer Service Department can be reached using the following telephone numbers: Toll-Free: (800) 328-3911 (all except Multi-Net) (800) 295-1773 (Multi-Net only) Fax: (972) 819-0639 E-Mail: customerservice@efji.com 11.2.
Service Information When your call is answered at EFJohnson Technologies, you will hear a brief message informing you of numbers that can be entered to reach various departments. This number may be entered during or after the message using a tone-type telephone. If you have a pulse-type telephone, wait until the message is finished and an operator will come on the line to assist you. When you enter some numbers, another number is requested to further categorize the type of information you need.
Service Information Return Authorization (RA) numbers are not necessary unless you have been given one by the Field Service Department. RA numbers are required for exchange units or if the Field Service Department wants to be aware of a specific problem. If you have been given an RA number, reference this number on the Factory Repair Request Form sent with the unit. The repair lab will then contact the Field Service Department when the unit arrives.
Index -A- -E- AES Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2 Algorithm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12 Algorithm ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12 Alphanumeric Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Analog and Digital Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 ANI Signaling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index (continued) -LLicensing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Lookback Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12 Lost Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 -MMessage Number Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14 Message Number Period (MNP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12 Messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index (continued) Power-Up Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Priority Calls Conv . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11 Priority Channel Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-12 Priority Sampling P25 Trunked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-17 SMARTNET/SmartZone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-17 Priv. Conversation II Calls Placing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index (continued) Zones Index-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
