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WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES The following notations are used to place special emphasis on procedures, or to call attention to precautionary measures. Warning An operating procedure, practice and so forth, which if not followed correctly, could result in personal injury, or loss of life. Caution An operating procedure, practice and so forth, which if not followed correctly, could result in damage to, or destruction of equipment.
Information for Safe, Efficient Operation Product Safety and RF Exposure for Mobile TwoWay Radios Installed in Vehicles or as Fixed Site Control Stations Caution BEFORE USING THIS RADIO, READ THIS BOOKLET WHICH CONTAINS IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USAGE AND RF ENERGY AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION FOR COMPLIANCE WITH RF ENERGY EXPOSURE LIMITS IN APPLICABLE NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS.
Federal Communication Commission Regulations The FCC has established limits for safe exposure to radio frequency (RF) emissions from mobile two-way radios. The FCC requires manufacturers to demonstrate compliance with RF exposure limits before mobile two-way radios can be marketed In the U.S. When two-way radios are approved for occupational/controlled environment exposure limits, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of, and exercise control over, their exposure.
Compliance and Control Guidelines and Operating Instructions for Mobile Two-Way Radios Installed in Vehicles To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the occupational/ controlled environment exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedures: • To transmit (talk), push the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button; to receive, release the PTT button.
• As with all fixed site antenna installations, it is the responsibility of the licensee to manage the site in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and may require additional compliance actions such as site survey measurements, signage, and site access restrictions in order to ensure that exposure limits are not exceeded.
Operational Warnings For Vehicles with an Air Bag Warning Do not mount or place a mobile radio in the area over an air bag deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force. If a radio Is placed in the air bag deployment area and the air bag inflates, the radio may be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle. Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere.
Table of Contents Page Chapter 1 Introduction.......................................................................... 1-1 1-1. Scope ......................................................................................... 1-1 1-2. Purpose and Use......................................................................... 1-2 1-3. Equipment Description................................................................ 1-4 1-3.1 Functional Description ...................................................
Table of Contents (Cont'd) Page Appendix A Static Operation.................................................................... A-1 A-1. Scope ......................................................................................... A-1 A-2. Procedure ................................................................................... A-1 Appendix B Using Battery Charger, FLN9541 .......................................... B-1 B-1. Purpose and Use...............................................................
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Page Figure 1-1. micomTrooper Ready for Operation, General View ................... 1-3 Figure 2-1. Typical Backpack Carrying Harness, General View..................... 2-3 Figure 2-2. Typical Backpack Carrying Harness, Open View ........................ 2-4 Figure 2-3. micomTrooper Transceiver, General View ................................. 2-5 Figure 3-1. Channel Mode Menu................................................................ 3-2 Figure 3-2.
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Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1. Scope This manual provides operating instructions for the micomTrooper, a highfrequency (HF) single sideband (SSB) backpack transceiver. The manual is organized as follows: Chapter 1 – General Description: provides a general description of the micomTrooper backpack transceiver and presents its main technical characteristics. Chapter 2 – Preparation for Operation: provides instructions for preparing a micomTrooper transceiver for backpack operation.
1-2. Purpose and Use micomTrooper (MICOM-2RS) transceiver is a backpack version of the robust MICOM-2R mobile radio. For backpack operation, micomTrooper is powered by a lightweight Lithium ion rechargeable battery, has selectable power output of 5 to 20 W and high sensitivity, and uses a foldable whip antenna matched by a built-in automatic antenna tuner unit.
Whip Antenna micomTrooper Transceiver Antenna Base Backpack Carrying Harness Handset Figure 1-1.
1-3. Equipment Description 1-3.1 Functional Description The micomTrooper is an advanced and flexible backpack-portable HF-SSB transceiver that provides a complete solution to the communication requirements in the crowded HF band. micomTrooper has an automatic antenna tuner, which supports a wide range of antennas, including a light-weight foldable whip for portable (backpack) operation; dipole, long wire, and many other types of antennas can be used for static operation.
➤ Fast and simple radio link establishing: Automatic Link Establishment (ALE) per MIL-STD-1045 and MIL-STD-188-141. Full interoperability with other manufacturers' radios complying with the same ALE standards. ➤ Loud and clear voice communication: Built-in voice quality system with proprietary DSP algorithms that filter out background noises and elevates sound bytes, providing exceptional communication clarity. Selectable bandwidth, for fine tuning and optimal voice reception.
➤ Part of a proven family of radio products: micomTrooper is a member of the family of MICOM radio transceivers for fixed base stations, mobile vehicle-mounted and hand-carried units serving the long-range wireless communication needs of hundreds of organizations worldwide. ➤ Main optional accessories: Secure voice AC battery charger, FLN9541 External GPS Spare 12Ah rechargeable Lithium ion battery.
1-4. Main Technical Specifications Specifications Frequency Range With Whip Antenna 3.0 to 30 MHz With Dipole or Long Wire 1.6 to 30 MHz Dimensions Options Number of Preset Channels 200 Transmit Power 5, 10, 20, 50 W Receive Frequency Range 100 kHz – 30 MHz Rx Sensitivity SSB: 0.5 µV for 10 dB SINAD Audio Bandwidth 350 to 2700 Hz Frequency Stability 0.6 ppm Frequency Resolution 10 Hz Operating Temperature Range -124 to +184°F (-30 to +60°C) Operating Voltage 12V nominal Height 17.
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Chapter 2 Preparation for Operation 2-1. Scope This Chapter provides instructions for preparing the micomTrooper for backpack operation. The information presented in this Chapter includes: • Unpacking – para. 2-2 • Familiarization with main equipment components − para. 2-3 • Preparation for backpack operation – para. 2-4. Refer to Appendix A for instructions on how to adapt the backpack transceiver to static operation with dipole or other long-wire antennas.
2-2. Unpacking and Inspection a. A preliminary inspection of the equipment containers should be made prior to unpacking. Evidence of damage should be noted and reported immediately to the proper authorities. Unpack the equipment as follows: (1) Place each container on a clean flat surface, cut all straps, and open or remove the top. (2) Take out each item carefully and place it securely on a clean surface. (3) Remove the packing material while looking for small items.
2-3. Familiarization with Main Equipment Components Before continuing, review Figure 1-1, which shows a micomTrooper transceiver installed in the harness. 2-3.1 Backpack Carrying Harness Figure 2-1 shows a general view of a typical backpack carrying harness. The harness has a frame that supports the transceiver. When placed on level ground, the four feet of the frame support the whole assembly in a vertical position.
The frame, together with the whole transceiver, is completely enveloped by the harness cloth and its upper and bottom flaps, and therefore only the antenna and the handset protrude. Two storage pouches for storing accessories and/or spare batteries are located to the two sides. All the flaps and covers are held by Velcro fasteners. Figure 2-2 shows a view of the open harness, as needed to gain access for installing the equipment in it.
2-3.2 micomTrooper Transceiver Figure 2-3 shows a general view of the micomTrooper transceiver, and its connectors. Note the coaxial cable connecting the transceiver to the automatic antenna tuner (ATU). micomTrooper Transceiver Automatic Antenna Tuner (ATU) Whip Mount ATU RF Connector Transceiver RF Connector Coaxial Cable Power Connector Figure 2-3.
2-4. Preparing for Backpack Operation 2-4.1 Outline of Preparation Procedures The preparation of a micomTrooper transceiver for operation includes: 1. Installation of battery in carrying harness. 2. Installation of transceiver in carrying harness. 3. Installation of antenna and audio accessories. 4. When ready to go − wearing the backpack carrying harness. 2-4.2 Installation of micomTrooper Battery 1. Place the carrying harness on a clean, flat surface. 2.
Upper Battery Flap Battery Straps Lower Battery Flap 2-7
2-4.3 Installation of Transceiver in Carrying Harness 1. Place the carrying harness on a level surface, with the metal braces facing upward. 2-8 2. Place the micomTrooper on the top of the carrying harness, with its front panel upwards and its rear resting on the carrying harness (see figure). Note position of audio connectors: they must be to the left. 3. Connect the three-pin D-type power connector of the power cable to the micomTrooper power connector. Fasten securely the two connector screws. 4.
Transceiver Power Connector Power Cable Battery Connector 2-9
5. Push the transceiver down, toward the battery, until it is stopped by the aluminum frame. 6. Fasten the transceiver to the carrying harness with the two retaining straps. 7. Close the harness around the transceiver as shown in the figure on the next page (the Velcro fasteners will keep it in position).
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2-4.4 Installation of Whip Antenna 1. Visually inspect the whip mount connector (located on the ATU) for dirt or damage. Clean if necessary. 2. Screw antenna base AB-591 into the whip mount connector. Tighten by hand only. 3. Extend the whip: this is done by carefully whipping it outwards. Secure all sections by inserting them one into the other by hand. 4. Screw whip antenna sections into antenna base. 5. To remove the whip antenna, perform the above tasks in the reverse order.
Whip Antenna Antenna Base Whip Mount Handset 2-13
2-4.5 Connection of Audio Accessories 1. Connect the handset, H-250, to either of the two audio connectors on the front panel of the micomTrooper. 2. If necessary, connect an additional audio accessory, for example, telegraphy key or headset, to the other audio connector. 2-4.6 Wearing the Backpack Carrying Harness To wear the backpack: • Put harness on your back by inserting arms through shoulder straps. • Tighten shoulder straps. • Buckle waist straps to belt and adjust to size.
Shoulder Straps Protection Flap (Closed) Breast Strap Shoulder Strap Adjustment Buckle Bottom Flap (Closed) Waist Strap 2-15
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Chapter 3 Operation 3-1. Scope This Chapter presents concise operating instructions for the micomTrooper transceiver.
3-2. Channel Mode Menu Figure 3-1 shows the micomTrooper channel mode menu. CH F 2,000.000 BAND SQ DSP™ MORE SQ BAND DSP ON OFF LSB USB CLAR NF CLIP NB ATTN ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF MORE MORE PWR MODE LOW MED HIGH MAX MORE SSB AME PLT AGC OFF SLOW FAST MORE RCLV CALL .. . .. ALL CALL NET 1 .. .. . NET 20 MON ON OFF Figure 3-1. Channel Mode Menu 3-2 BW 2.1 2.7 3.0 3.
3-3. Menu Functions Figure 3-2, Figure 3-3 and Figure 3-4 show the menu functions, reached after pressing the MENU button. MENU CHAN FREQ ALE BIT™ MORE CHAN FREQ 1 2 3 4 ALE SMPX DPLX RXO TXO NET BIT FULL CHAN RF ENTER NO MORE LOCK PROG PSW LOCK PSW PSW OLD RAD See Figure 3-3 ALE See Figure 3-4 LANG DIM LEVEL 0123 FRNC SPAN BAH Figure 3-2.
MENU LOCK PROG PSW DIM™ RAD ALE LANG See Figure 3-4 See Figure 3-2 OPTS PRMT CHAN TUNE ACC YES NO MORE BAUD DPWR MST AST STOR ERAS PTBP PWR AMP ACC1 ACC2 NON KBBP TONE FREQ ADT ATTN MORE BAND MODE AGC BW Figure 3-3.
MENU LOCK PROG PSW DIM™ RAD LANG ALE See Figure 3-3 See Figure 3-2 MORE DIR NET OPT AMD AUTO STOR ADDR AMD ADD ERAS EDIT YES NO ERAS YES NO MORE MORE PTOT .. .. . EXAL ALRT YES NO YES NO 1 .. .. . 10 TOT MLQA YES NO .. .. . 0 .. .. . 100 QCAL AADR YES NO YES NO MxCH .. .. . 0 .. .. . 59 MORE NAME MEMB CHAN OPT GET ERAS YES NO MORE MORE NET SELF HACK SOND ADD ERAS SLNT SORT MACK OCUP LQAR ADD ERAS ALLC SCN ALLC M/S TUNE Figure 3-4.
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Appendix A Static Operation A-1. Scope This Appendix provides instructions for preparing the micomTrooper for static operation using a dipole or long-wire antenna. A-2. Procedure When using a micomTrooper transceiver with a dipole or long-wire antenna, the antenna must be directly connected to the transceiver RF connector. Therefore, it is necessary to disconnect the connection between the transceiver and ATU. In the following procedure, refer to Figure A-1. Cat. No.
➤ To connect a dipole or long-wire antenna: 1. Turn the transceiver off. 2. Open the harness envelope, to reach the coaxial cable interconnecting the RF connectors of the transceiver and the ATU. 3. Disconnect the cable from the transceiver RF connector. 4. Connect the coaxial feed of the antenna directly to the transceiver RF connector. 5. You may now disassemble the whip antenna (see Chapter 2). 6. Close the harness envelope. You may now operate the transceiver with the dipole or long-wire antenna.
2. Connect Coaxial Feed Connector 1. Disconnect Cable from ATU Coaxial Feed to Dipole or Long Wire Antenna Figure A-1.
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Appendix B Using Battery Charger, FLN9541 B-1. Purpose and Use FLN9541 is an AC-powered battery charger designed to charge 16V, 12Ah Lithium ion rechargeable batteries of the type used by micomTrooper (ML1416-L). FLN9541 is simple to operate and does not require operator attendance during operation. Yet it provides advanced features, such as fully automatic charging and automatic turn-off after battery charging is completed.
B-2. Operating Instructions 1. Place the battery charger on a flat surface, protected from sun and rain. 2. Insert the charger power cable plug into an AC outlet. 3. Connect the battery to be charged to the battery charger: place the battery socket over the charger pins and press firmly to mate (the connectors will mate only if battery is placed with the correct orientation). Beeps must be heard, to indicate proper contact with the charger.
7. You will be notified when the battery is fully charged: the FINISH CHARGE indicator will start flashing and the tone is heard again. 8. At this stage, set the POWER switch to OFF, and remove the battery from the charger. 9. Disconnect the charger power cable from the AC outlet. B-3. Main Technical Specifications Input voltage 90 to 265 VAC, 20 to 60 Hz Charged battery voltage 16.8 ±0.2 V Charging current 3.6 A Dimensions 220 × 165 × 50 mm Weight 1.
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