Ericsson NPC-50 manual

Operator ’ s Manual Portable Radio Unit NPC-50[...]

This ma nual is published by Ericss on In c ., w itho ut an y war rant y . Imp rovem ents and cha nges to this manu al nec ess itat ed by typo - graphica l errors, i naccuracie es of curre nt infor mation, or impro ve- men ts to p rogr ams and/or equi pmen t, may be made by Eric sson Inc. , at any time and with out notice. Such changes will be inco[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFF ICIEN T USAG E OF YOU R RADIO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 OPERA TING RULES AND REGULA TIONS . 4 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 A V AILABLE CHANNEL FREQUE NCIES . . 5 UNP ACKING YOUR RADIO . . . . . . . . . . 5 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . 6 FCC LICENSING . . . [...]

GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT USAGE OF YOUR RADIO Important: Read this Information Before Using Y our P ortable Radio OPERA TING RULES AND REGULA TIONS T wo-way FM radio systems must be operated in accordance with the rul es and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). As an operator of two-way radio equipment, you must be th[...]

INTRODUCTION The portable radio you have purchased wi ll provide you with reliable two-way communications when properly used. It is important t hat you read and understand this manual t o obtain the best possible performance and long t ime operation of your radio. This radio is available in two different versions. O ne version operates in the VHF b[...]

CONTROLS AND FUNCT IONS 1. Antenna 2. Built-In Microp hone 3. On/Off Sw itc h/ V olume Control 4. Built-In Speake r 5. Antenna Connec tor 6. T r ansm it LED 7. Rubb er i ze d Ja ck Cove r 8. External Speake r Jack 9. External Microp hone J ack 10. Char g e Ja ck 11 . Push-T o-T alk (PTT) Switch 12. Monitor Swi tch 6[...]

FCC LICENSING Before using your radio, you must have a station license issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). It is illegal to transmit without the appropriate license. Y ou m ust submit FCC Form 600 and any appropriate at tachments to PCIA (P er- sonal Communications Industry Association), which is the organization responsi ble for[...]

Setti ng The R F Fr eque nc y Refer to T able 1 (VHF) or T able 2 (UHF) for the DIP switch setting for the desired operating RF fre- quency of the radio. The DI P switch bank is located in the upper right hand corner of the battery com- partment. Use a pencil point or small object to posi- tion the DIP switches to the corresponding set ting. Openin[...]

For example: T o change the pre-programmed RF frequency of 151.6250 t o 158. 4000, set S1 t o ON, S2 to OFF , S3 and S4 to O N position. ON = switch set towards speaker OFF = switch set towards battery * Itinerant f requency , no license requi red S1 S2 S3 S4 ON F R E Q . ( M H z ) S 1S 2S 3S 4 151.6250 ON ON OFF OFF 151.6550 OFF ON ON ON 151.6850 [...]

ON = S witch set towards speaker OFF = switch set towards battery * Itinerant frequency , no license required ** GMRS frequency , personal use only Setting CT CSS T one s Refer to T able 3 for DIP switch settings for the CTCSS tones. The DIP switches are located i n the upper left hand corner of t he battery compartment. Use a pencil point or other[...]

T o disable the CTCSS tone feature, set S8 to the OFF position. All ot her switches can be left in their existing positions. FREQ. (Hz) S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 67.0 OFF OFF OFF OF F OFF OFF ON ON 71.9 OFF OFF OFF OF F OFF ON ON ON 74.4 ON OFF OFF OFF OF F OFF ON ON 7 7 . 0 O F F O F F O F F O F F O NO NO NO N 79. 7 O FF ON OFF OFF OF F OFF ON ON 82[...]

Attaching The Belt Clip Attach the supplied belt clip as shown. Mount ing The A nten na To instal l the antenna, align it with the antenna connector on the top of the radio. Turn the an- tenna clock- wise until it seats snugly against the radio. 12[...]

Installing Battery Pack The battery pack m ust be charged for at least 14 hours before using the radio. See BA TTER Y INFOR- MA TION sect ion. 1. Place the battery in- side the compart- ment. Note: Make sure the con- tacts are to- ward the back and to the right. 2. Replace the cover . 3. Push the side latches for- ward to lock the cover into place.[...]

USING THE RADIO CHARGING THE BA TTERY TRANSMITTING AND RECEIVING Y ou must first charge the bat tery before receiving or sending a message. NOTE 1. T urn the VOL switch to the OFF position. 2. Plug the bar- rel plug into the radio and the adapter into an AC out- let. 1. T urn the VOL/OF F knob clockwise to turn the radio on. 2. Press and hold MON t[...]

BA TTERY INFORMA TIO N CHARGE BEFORE USING Connect battery charger to CHGR connector on side of radio. Connect charger to a 120 V AC outlet. Charge the battery for t he first time at least 14 hours 3. Press PTT to tra n s m it. Note: Keep the radio 1- 2 inches from your mouth. Speak in a normal tone towa r d s the microphone located in the lower le[...]

but no longer than 48 hours. Over-charging may reduce battery life. RECHARGING THE BA TTERY Recharge the battery when you experience difficulty in receiving or sending a message. Battery Lo w In dicatio n BA TTERY CARE & MAINTENANCE • Y our charger is intended for indoor use onl y . Keep the charger and wall cube dry . Do Not use in or near w[...]

OPERA TING TI PS Antenna location and condition is important when operating a portable radio. Operating the radio in low areas or terrain, under power lines or bridges, inside of a vehicle or in a metal or steel framed building can severely reduce the range of the unit. Mountains and buildings can also reduce the range of the unit. In areas where t[...]

instruct you to tu rn off two-way radio equipment, always observe the rules. If in doubt, turn it of f. AIRCRAFT Always turn off your portable radio before boarding any aircraft. • Use it on the grou nd only with crew p ermis- sion • Do not use it in the ai r BLASTING AREAS T o avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your radio OFF whe[...]

• Y ou must use this radio only f or the commercial use of your business and restrict your commu- nications to the minimum practical transmis- sion time. • This radio is only for use in the operation of commercial activities, educational, philan- thropic or ecclesiastical institutions, and hospi- tals, clinics or medical associations. • Y ou [...]

ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES The following optional accessory is available from your dealer: • External Microphone with Speaker (KR Y 101 1614/1) REPLACEMENT P ARTS The following replacement parts are available from your dealer or by ordering from Ericsson Service Parts 24-Hour T oll Free Number 1-800-368-3277 (USA only) or F AX 1-800-833-757[...]

NPS-50 PORT ABLE RADIO LIMITED W ARRANTY A. Ericsson Inc. (hereinafter “Sel ler”) warrants to the original purchaser for use (hereinafter “Buyer”) that t he NPC-50 portable radio (the “Equipment”) manufactured by Seller shall be free from defect s in material, workmanship and title. Batteries are excluded from this warranty . B. Seller [...]

ANY INCIDENT AL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPE- CIAL, I NDIRECT OR EXEMPLARY DAM- AGES. F. This warranty applies only within the United States. NPC-50 PORT ABLE RADIO LIMITED W ARRANTY Y our NPC-50 Portable Radio Limited W arranty is attached. An explanation of the Limited W arranty’s benefits and exclusions f ollows. What does you r warran ty cover? • An[...]

What does your warranty not cover? • Customer instruction. Y our Operator ’s Manual provides information regarding operating in- structions and user controls. For additional information, ask your deal er . • Installation and set -up service adjustments. • Damage from misuse or neglect. • Batteri es. • Products which have been modified o[...]

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