Harris unity XG-100M User manual

Operator’s Manual

14221-1200-2010

Rev. E, April 2015

UNITY® XG-100M Mobile Radio

With CH-100 Control Head

Full-Spectrum Multiband Radio

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MANUAL REVISION HISTORY

REV.

DATE

REASON FOR CHANGE

-

Oct/11

Initial release.

A

Mar/12

Added information on using noise cancellation.

B

Jan/13

Updated to include R3A features.

C

May/14

Included manual channel entry, TA indication, and protected keys.

D

Oct/14

Added Voice Annunciation and Channel Preset buttons. Updated scan and Talkaround sections.

E

Apr/15

Updated for XGP R5A.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This product was developed using GEOTRANS, a product of the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency and U.S. Army Engineering

Research and Development Center. Use of this software does not indicate endorsement or approval of the product by the Secretary of

Defense or the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency.

This device made under license under one or more of the following US patents: 4,590,473; 4,636,791; 5,148,482; 5,185,796; 5,271,017;

5,377,229; 4,716,407; 4,972,460; 5,502,767; 5,146,697; 5,164,986; 5,185,795.

The Advanced Multi-Band Excitation implementation 2 (AMBE+2) voice coding Technology embodied in this product is protected by

intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. This voice coding

Technology is licensed solely for use within this Communications Equipment. The user of this Technology is explicitly prohibited from

attempting to extract, remove, decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the Object Code, or in any other way convert the Object Code

into a human-readable form. U.S. Patent Nos. #5,870,405, #5,826,222, #5,754,974, #5,701,390, #5,715,365, #5,649,050, #5,630,011,

#5,581,656, #5,517,511, #5,491,772, #5,247,579, #5,226,084 and #5,195,166.

CREDITS

Harris, VIDA, EDACS, NetworkFirst, and OpenSky are registered trademarks and TECHNOLOGY TO CONNECT, INFORM AND

PROTECT is a trademark of Harris Corporation.

Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

Motorola is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

AMBE is a registered trademark and IMBE, AMBE+, and AMBE+2 are trademarks of Digital Voice Systems, Inc.

All brand and product names are trademarks, registered trademarks, or service marks of their respective holders.

NOTICE!

The material contained herein is subject to U.S. export approval. No export or re-export is permitted without written approval from the U.S.

Government. Rated: EAR99; in accordance with U.S. Dept. of Commerce regulations 15CFR774, Export Administration Regulations.

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or reproduced by any means, or disseminated or distributed without the express prior written permission of Harris Corporation, PSPC

Business, 221 Jefferson Ridge Parkway, Lynchburg, VA 24501.

Repairs to this equipment should be made only by an authorized service technician or facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs,

alterations or substitutions of recommended parts made by the user to this equipment not approved by the manufacturer could void the

user's authority to operate the equipment in addition to the manufacturer's warranty.

This product conforms to the European Union WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU. Do not dispose of this product in a public

landfill. Take it to a recycling center at the end of its life.

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Electronic Equipment (RoHS) Directive.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Page

1. SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS .......................................................................................... 6

2. RF ENERGY EXPOSURE INFORMATION .............................................................................. 7

2.1 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS, CONTROL INFORMATION, AND

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE

REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................. 7

2.1.1 Federal Communications Commission Regulations ............................................ 7

2.2 COMPLIANCE WITH RF EXPOSURE STANDARDS ...................................................... 8

2.2.1 Mobile Antennas (Vehicle Installations) .............................................................. 8

2.2.2 Approved Accessories .......................................................................................... 9

2.2.3 Contact Information ........................................................................................... 10

2.3 REGULATORY APPROVALS .......................................................................................... 10

2.3.1 Part 15 ................................................................................................................ 10

2.3.2 Industry Canada .................................................................................................. 10

3. OPERATION SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS ..................................................................... 11

3.1 TRANSMITTER HAZARDS .............................................................................................. 11

3.2 SAFE DRIVING RECOMMENDATIONS ......................................................................... 11

4. OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS ........................................................................... 12

5. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 13

6. BASIC OPERATION .................................................................................................................... 14

6.1 PROGRAMMING ............................................................................................................... 14

6.2 XG-100M CONTROLS ....................................................................................................... 14

6.3 DISPLAY ............................................................................................................................. 15

6.4 STATUS MESSAGES ......................................................................................................... 16

6.5 ALERT TONES ................................................................................................................... 17

6.6 BEFORE FIRST USE .......................................................................................................... 17

6.7 POWER ON AND SET VOLUME ..................................................................................... 17

6.8 CHANNEL PRESETS ......................................................................................................... 18

6.9 NOISE CANCELLATION .................................................................................................. 18

6.9.1 Enable Noise Cancellation ................................................................................. 18

6.9.2 Using Noise Cancellation ................................................................................... 19

6.9.3 The Effect of Distance from the Microphone..................................................... 19

6.9.4 Voice Microphone and Control Head Microphone Locations ........................... 19

6.10 TURN ENCRYPTION ON OR OFF ................................................................................... 20

6.11 USER INTERFACE PRIVILEGE LEVEL ......................................................................... 21

6.12 SELECT CHANNEL ........................................................................................................... 21

6.12.1 Select from Channel List .................................................................................... 21

6.12.2 Manually Enter Channel Number ....................................................................... 22

6.13 SELECT A ZONE/SYSTEM USING MENUS ................................................................... 23

6.14 VOICE ANNUNCIATION .................................................................................................. 23

6.15 USE TALKAROUND TO BYPASS REPEATER (ANALOG AND P25

CONVENTIONAL) ............................................................................................................. 24

6.16 INDIVIDUAL CALLS ........................................................................................................ 26

6.16.1 Transmit an Individual Call ................................................................................ 26

6.16.2 Receiving an Individual Call .............................................................................. 27

6.17 GROUP CALLS................................................................................................................... 27

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6.18 CALLER ID ......................................................................................................................... 28

6.19 CALL ALERT (PAGE) - P25 TRUNKED ONLY .............................................................. 29

6.19.1 Send Alert ........................................................................................................... 29

6.19.2 Receive Alert ...................................................................................................... 30

6.20 TELEPHONE INTERCONNECT ....................................................................................... 30

6.21 DTMF ................................................................................................................................... 31

6.22 SCAN OPERATION ........................................................................................................... 32

6.22.1 Start Scan ............................................................................................................ 32

6.22.2 Stop Scan ............................................................................................................ 33

6.22.3 Nuisance Delete .................................................................................................. 34

6.23 VIEW GPS INFORMATION .............................................................................................. 35

6.24 EMERGENCY OPERATION ............................................................................................. 36

6.24.1 Declaring an Emergency Call ............................................................................. 36

6.24.2 Receiving an Emergency Call ............................................................................ 37

6.24.3 Stealth Emergency .............................................................................................. 37

6.25 ENCRYPTION BAR ........................................................................................................... 37

6.26 MDC-1200 (CONVENTIONAL ONLY) ............................................................................ 37

6.27 LIGHTS AND SIRENS ....................................................................................................... 38

6.28 PUBLIC ADDRESS (PA) .................................................................................................... 38

6.29 SHORTCUT MENU ............................................................................................................ 39

6.30 VEHICULAR REPEATER OPERATION .......................................................................... 39

7. ADVANCED OPERATIONS ....................................................................................................... 40

7.1 ENCRYPTION .................................................................................................................... 40

7.1.1 Create Keys Using Harris Key Admin ............................................................... 40

7.1.2 Load encryption Keys ........................................................................................ 40

7.1.3 Zeroize All from Radio ...................................................................................... 42

7.1.4 Protected Keys .................................................................................................... 43

7.1.5 Global Encryption .............................................................................................. 43

7.1.6 Select Keyset ...................................................................................................... 44

7.1.7 OTAR Configuration .......................................................................................... 45

7.2 ACTIVATE/VIEW MISSION PLAN ................................................................................. 45

7.3 USER-DEFINED ZONES/SYSTEMS ................................................................................ 46

7.3.1 Command Tactical Zone .................................................................................... 46

7.3.2 Mixed System/Zone ........................................................................................... 47

7.4 MIXED ZONE SCAN ......................................................................................................... 48

7.4.1 Creating Custom Scan Lists ............................................................................... 48

7.4.2 View/Edit Custom Scan Lists ............................................................................. 48

7.4.3 Custom Scan List Selection ................................................................................ 50

7.5

CH INFORMATION MENU ............................................................................................... 51

7.6 EDIT CHANNEL (ANALOG AND P25 CONVENTIONAL ONLY) ............................... 51

7.7 SETTINGS MENU .............................................................................................................. 52

7.7.1 Audio Settings .................................................................................................... 53

7.7.2 Display Settings .................................................................................................. 54

7.7.3 GPS Settings ....................................................................................................... 54

7.7.4 Bluetooth ............................................................................................................ 55

7.7.5 Clock Settings .................................................................................................... 57

7.8 SET UP SCAN ..................................................................................................................... 58

7.8.1 Home, Priority 1, and Priority 2 Channels ......................................................... 58

7.8.2 Trunked/Conventional Scanning ........................................................................ 59

7.8.3 Vote Scan (Analog and P25 Conventional Only) ............................................... 59

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7.8.4 Set or Remove Priority 1 and Priority 2 Channels ............................................. 60

7.8.5 Wide Area System Scan (P25 Trunked Only) .................................................... 60

7.9 MESSAGE MENU .............................................................................................................. 61

7.9.1 Radio Status........................................................................................................ 61

7.9.2 Radio Message ................................................................................................... 62

7.9.3 Radio TextLink (P25 Trunked Only) ................................................................. 63

7.9.4 Faults/Alerts ....................................................................................................... 65

7.10 UTILITIES MENU .............................................................................................................. 66

7.11 OTAP ................................................................................................................................... 67

7.12 PPP/SLIP .............................................................................................................................. 67

8. REFERENCE ................................................................................................................................. 68

8.1 MARINE FREQUENCIES .................................................................................................. 68

8.2 ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................... 74

9. GLOSSARY ................................................................................................................................... 75

10. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................... 78

10.1 ERROR MESSAGES ........................................................................................................... 78

10.2 OTAR ERRORS/INFORMATION ..................................................................................... 79

11. CUSTOMER SERVICE ............................................................................................................... 80

11.1 CUSTOMER CARE ............................................................................................................ 80

11.2 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE .............................................................................................. 80

12. WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................. 81

APPENDIX A - PPP/SLIP CONNECTION ....................................................................................... 82

FIGURES

Page

Figure 6-1: Conventional Display ........................................................................................................... 15

Figure 6-2: P25 Trunked Display ............................................................................................................ 15

Figure 6-3: No Channel Presets ............................................................................................................... 18

Figure 6-4: Four Channel Presets ............................................................................................................ 18

Figure 6-5: Noise Microphone ................................................................................................................ 20

Figure 6-6: Voice Microphone ................................................................................................................ 20

Figure 6-7: User Interface Privilege ........................................................................................................ 21

TABLES

Page

Table 2-1 Recommended Minimum Safe Lateral Distance from a Transmitting Antenna Connected

to a Unity XG-100M Mobile Radio ................................................................................................... 8

Table 6-1: XG-100M Controls and Connectors ...................................................................................... 14

Table 6-2: Icons ....................................................................................................................................... 15

Table 6-3: Status Messages ..................................................................................................................... 16

Table 6-4: Alert Tones ............................................................................................................................. 17

Table 6-5: Encryption Bar Indications .................................................................................................... 37

Table 8-1: Marine Frequencies ................................................................................................................ 68

Table 8-2: Options and Accessories for the Unity XG-100M Mobile Radios ........................................ 74

Table 8-3: Options and Accessories for the CH-100 Control Head ........................................................ 74

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1. SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS

The following conventions are used to alert the user to general safety precautions that must be observed

during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this product. Failure to comply with these

precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and

intended use of the product. Harris assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these

standards.

WARNING

The WARNING symbol calls attention to a procedure, practice, or the like,

which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in personal injury.

Do not proceed beyond a WARNING symbol until the conditions identified are

fully understood or met.

CAUTION

The CAUTION symbol calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like,

which, if not performed correctly or adhered to, could result in a risk of danger,

damage to the equipment, or severely degrade the equipment performance.

NOTE

The NOTE symbol calls attention to supplemental information, which may improve

system performance or clarify a process or procedure.

The ESD symbol calls attention to procedures, practices, or the like, which could

expose equipment to the effects of Electro-Static Discharge. Proper precautions must

be taken to prevent ESD when handling circuit modules.

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2. RF ENERGY EXPOSURE INFORMATION

2.1 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS, CONTROL INFORMATION,

AND OPERATION 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.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Harris could void the user's authority

to operate the equipment.

This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions, where users have full

knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over their exposure to meet FCC

limits. This radio device is NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or any

other use.

This two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide

communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses RF energy or radio waves to send and

receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are not limited

to, electric power, sunlight, and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these other

forms of electromagnetic energy, which, when used improperly, can cause biological damage. Very high

levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic material.

Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry work with organizations to develop

standards for exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for

both workers and the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins

of protection. All two-way radios marketed in North America are designed, manufactured, and tested to

ensure they meet government established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also recommend

specific operating instructions to users of two-way radios. These instructions are important because they

inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it. Please refer

to the following websites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how to control your

exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits.

http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html

http://www.osha.gov./SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html

2.1.1 Federal Communications Commission Regulations

Your Harris Unity mobile two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with the FCC RF energy

exposure limits for mobile two-way radios before it can be marketed in the United States. 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. Your Harris Unity two-way radio has

an RF exposure product label. Also, your Unity Mobile Installation and Operator’s Manuals include

information and operating instructions required to control your RF exposure and to satisfy compliance

requirements.

CAUTION

NOTE

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2.2 COMPLIANCE WITH RF EXPOSURE STANDARDS

Your Harris Unity mobile two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of national and

international standards and guidelines (listed below) regarding human exposure to RF electromagnetic

energy. This radio complies with the IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF

exposure environment at duty factors of up to 50% talk-50% listen and is authorized by the FCC for

occupational use. In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with the FCC exposure guidelines,

your radio antenna radiates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (talking), not when it is

receiving (listening) or in standby mode.

Your Harris Unity mobile two-way radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and

guidelines:

• United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR §§

2 sub-part J.

• American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)

C95.1-2005.

• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-2005.

• IC standard RSS-102, Issue 2, 2005: “Spectrum Management and Telecommunications Radio

Standards Specification. Radiofrequency Exposure Compliance of Radiocommunication Apparatus

(All Frequency Bands).

Table 2-1 lists the recommended minimum lateral distance for a controlled environment

and for unaware bystanders in an uncontrolled environment, from transmitting types of

antennas (i.e., monopoles over a ground plane, or dipoles) at rated radio power for

mobile radios installed in a vehicle. Transmit only when unaware bystanders are at least

the uncontrolled recommended minimum lateral distance away fro

m the transmitting

antenna.

2.2.1 Mobile Antennas (Vehicle Installations)

Table 2-1 Recommended Minimum Safe Lateral Distance from a

Transmitting Antenna Connected to a Unity XG-100M Mobile Radio

RF BAND

ANTENNA

PART NUMBERS

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM LATERAL HUMAN BODY DISTANCE

FROM TRANSMITTING ANTENNA

CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT

VHF

AN-125001-002 (mount) with

12099-0310-01 (element)

28.3 inches

(72 centimeters)

63.0 inches

(160 centimeters)

AN-125001-004 (mount) with

12099-0310-01 (element)

AN-125001-006 (mount) with

12099-0310-01 (element)

AN-125001-008 (mount) with

12099-0310-01 (element)

AN-125001-002 (mount) with

12099-0330-01 (element)

AN-125001-004 (mount) with

12099-0330-01 (element)

CAUTION

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RF BAND

ANTENNA

PART NUMBERS

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM LATERAL HUMAN BODY DISTANCE

FROM TRANSMITTING ANTENNA

CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT

UHF

AN-125001-002 (mount) with

12099-0310-01 (element)

24.4 inches

(62 centimeters)

54.3 inches

(138 centimeters)

AN-125001-004 (mount) with

12099-0310-01 (element)

AN-125001-006 (mount) with

12099-0310-01 (element)

AN-125001-008 (mount) with

12099-0310-01 (element)

AN-125001-002 (mount) with

12099-0330-01 (element)

33.9 inches

86 cm

75.6 inches

192 cm

AN-125001-004 (mount) with

12099-0330-01 (element)

700/800 MHz

AN-125001-002 (mount) with

12099-0310-01 (element)

7.9 inches

(20 centimeters)

19.7 inches

(50 centimeters)

AN-125001-004 (mount) with

12099-0310-01 (element)

AN-125001-006 (mount) with

12099-0310-01 (element)

AN-125001-008 (mount) with

12099-0310-01 (element)

AN-125001-002 (mount) with

12099-0330-01 (element)

7.9 inches

(20 centimeters)

24 inches

(61 centimeters)

AN-125001-004 (mount) with

12099-0330-01 (element)

* Install the radio’s antenna in the center of the vehicle’s roof. These mobile antenna installation guidelines

are limited to metal body motor vehicles or vehicles with appropriate ground planes. The antenna

installation should additionally be in accordance with the following:

• The requirements of the antenna manufacturer/supplier included with the antenna.

• Instructions in the Unity Mobile Radio Installation Manual, including minimum antenna cable

lengths.

• The installation manual providing specific information of how to install the antennas to facilitate

recommended operating distances to all potentially exposed persons.

Use only the Harris approved/supplied antenna(s) or approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized

antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and may violate FCC regulations.

2.2.2 Approved Accessories

This radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF guidelines when used with the Harris accessories

supplied or designated for use with this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with

the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, and may violate FCC regulations.

For a list of approved accessories refer to Section 8.2, the Products and Services Catalog, or contact

Harris at 1-800-368-3277.

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2.2.3 Contact Information

For additional information on exposure requirements or other information, contact Harris at 1-800-528-

7711 or at www.pspc.harris.com.

2.3 REGULATORY APPROVALS

2.3.1 Part 15

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

2.3.2 Industry Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de

licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de

brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le

brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

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3. OPERATION SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

3.1 TRANSMITTER HAZARDS

The operator of any mobile radio should be aware of certain hazards common to

the operation of vehicular radio transmitters. A list of several possible hazards is

given:

• Explosive Atmospheres – Just as it is dangerous to fuel a vehicle with the motor running, similar

hazards exist when operating a mobile radio. Be sure to turn the radio off while fueling a vehicle. Do

not carry containers of fuel in the trunk of a vehicle if the radio is mounted in the trunk.

Areas with potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. Turn OFF

your radio when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is rare, but not impossible that

the radio or its accessories could generate sparks.

• Interference to Vehicular Electronics Systems – Electronic fuel injection systems, electronic anti-

skid braking systems, electronic cruise control systems, etc., are typical electronic systems that can

malfunction due to the lack of protection from radio frequency energy present when transmitting. If

the vehicle contains such equipment, consult the dealer and enlist their aid in determining the

expected performance of electronic circuits when the radio is transmitting.

• Electric Blasting Caps – To prevent accidental detonation of electric blasting caps, DO NOT use

two-way radios within 1000 feet (305 meters) of blasting operations. Always obey the “Turn off

Two-Way Radios” signs posted where electric blasting caps are being used. (OSHA Standard: 1926-

900)

• Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Gas Powered Vehicles – Mobile radio installations in vehicles powered

by liquefied petroleum gas with the LP gas container in the trunk or other sealed-off space within the

interior of the vehicle must conform to the National Fire Protection Association standard NFPA 58

requiring:

 The LP gas container and its fittings.

 Outside filling connections shall be used for the LP gas container.

 The LP gas container shall be vented to the outside of the vehicle.

3.2 SAFE DRIVING RECOMMENDATIONS

(Recommended by AAA)

• Read the literature on the safe operation of the radio.

• Keep both hands on the steering wheel and the microphone in its hanger whenever the vehicle is in

motion.

• Place calls only when the vehicle is stopped.

• When talking from a moving vehicle is unavoidable, drive in the slower lane. Keep conversations

brief.

• If a conversation requires taking notes or complex thought, stop the vehicle in a safe place and

continue the call.

• Whenever using a mobile radio, exercise caution.

WARNING

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4. OPERATING RULES AND REGULATIONS

Two-way FM radio systems must be operated in accordance with the rules and regulations of the local,

regional, or national government.

In the United States, the Unity mobile radio must be operated in accordance with the rules and regulations

of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). As an operator of two-way radio equipment, you

must be thoroughly familiar with the rules that apply to your particular type of radio operation. Following

these rules helps eliminate confusion, assures the most efficient use of the existing radio channels, and

results in a smoothly functioning radio network.

When using your two-way radio, remember these rules:

• It is a violation of FCC rules to interrupt any distress or emergency message. As your radio operates

in much the same way as a telephone “party line,” always listen to make sure that the channel is clear

before transmitting. Emergency calls have priority over all other messages. If someone is sending an

emergency message – such as reporting a fire or asking for help in an accident – KEEP OFF THE

AIR!

• The use of profane or obscene language is prohibited by Federal law.

• It is against the law to send false call letters or false distress or emergency messages. The FCC

requires that you keep conversations brief and confine them to business. To save time, use coded

messages whenever possible.

• Using your radio to send personal messages (except in an emergency) is a violation of FCC rules.

You may send only those messages that are essential for the operation of your business.

• It is against Federal law to repeat or otherwise make known anything you overhear on your radio.

Conversations between others sharing your channel must be regarded as confidential.

• The FCC requires that you identify yourself at certain specific times by means of your call letters.

Refer to the rules that apply to your particular type of operation for the proper procedure.

• No changes or adjustments shall be made to the equipment except by an authorized or certified

electronics technician.

Under U.S. law, operation of an unlicensed radio transmitter within the jurisdiction of

the United States may be punishable by a fine of up to $10,000, imprisonment for up to

two (2) years, or both.

The following conditions tend to reduce the effective range of two-way radios and should be avoided

whenever possible:

• Operating the radio in areas of low terrain, or while under power lines or bridges.

• Obstructions such as mountains and buildings.

• In areas where transmission or reception is poor, some improvement can be obtained by moving a few

yards in another direction or moving to a higher elevation.

NOTE

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5. INTRODUCTION

Your XG-100M provides full-spectrum multiband coverage:

• 30 to 50 MHz, VHF Low (Receive only)

• 136 to 174 MHz, VHF High (5 – 50 W)

• 380 to 520 MHz, UHF-Low, UHF-High (5 – 50 W)

• 762 to 805 MHz, 700 MHz (2 – 30 W)

• 805 to 870 MHz, 800 MHz (2 – 35 W)

The XG-100M includes the following capabilities:

Project 25 (P25) Conventional P25 Trunking

Analog FM Advanced Encryption Standard, 256-bit (AES-

256)

Digital Encryption Standard Output Feedback

(DES-OFB) Encryption

Digital Encryption Standard Cipher Feedback

(DES-CFB) Encryption

Global Positioning System (GPS) Bluetooth

®

P25 Trunking Over The Air Rekey (OTAR) Preemptive Priority Scanning

Global Common Key References (CKR) Vote Scan

PA Mode Lights and Sirens

Telephone Interconnect Calls (P25 Trunked Only) Status/Message (P25 Trunked and Conventional)

MDC-1200 Encode Programmable Minimum Volume

P25 Trunked Conventional Scan Mixed System Zones

Channel Guard Command Tactical Zones

Call Alert SLIP/PPP (P25 Trunked Only)

DTMF Bluetooth Emergency

Feature Management

Voice Annunciation

Custom Scan

For optional accessories, refer to Section 8.2. Additional accessories may have been added since

publication of this manual; contact Harris for more information.

Refer to the Software Release Notes to determine the minimum software versions

required for features.

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6. BASIC OPERATION

6.1 PROGRAMMING

Radio Personality Manager (RPM) is used to program the XG-100M. With RPM, you can fully program

the XG-100M using a USB cable (type A male to mini-type B).

6.2 XG-100M CONTROLS

The XG-100M features a full color touch screen display for easy access to all radio features and

functions. To select an item, simply touch the desired area of the screen with your finger.

Never touch the screen with any metal or sharp objects, as this can damage the screen!

Table 6-1: XG-100M Controls and Connectors

POWER ON/OFF

VOLUME CONTROL

Turn knob clockwise to power on the radio and increase volume.

Turn counter-clockwise to decrease volume and power off the radio. Minimum volume levels

may be programmed into the radio to prevent missed calls due to a low volume setting.

NOISE MICROPHONE Used in conjunction with a handheld microphone and Harris’ built-in noise suppression.

GROUP/CHANNEL

SELECTION

Selects the available groups or channels.

MICROPHONE

CONNECTOR

Connection for hand-held, hands-free, speaker-mic, or headset.

HOME BUTTON

Toggles through three available main screens or allows you to quickly navigate back to the main

screen from a submenu. Can also be configured in RPM to go to a home channel (press and

hold for approximately one second).

EMERGENCY BUTTON

Declares an emergency.

USB Interface

Connection for Programming cable.

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6.3 DISPLAY

The main display appears after power up or after exiting from the menus. While on the main display,

press the button to change its appearance.

To select an item, touch the desired area of the screen with your finger.

Figure 6-1: Conventional Display

Figure 6-2: P25 Trunked Display

Table 6-2 describes the various icons displayed by the radio. A description of these icons can also be

viewed via the Utility Menu. See Section 7.10 for more information.

Table 6-2: Icons

ICON

DESCRIPTION

ICON

DESCRIPTION

Trunked Signal Strength

Bluetooth On

TX Forward Power

Bluetooth Paired

Receive Signal Strength

Secure Traffic

Channel Idle

Global Encryption

Transmitting Encrypted

GPS Tracking

Failsoft

Monitor On

Nuisance Channel

OTAR Disabled

Receiving Data

OTAR Registered

Accesses the

Main Menu.

Accesses the

Shortcuts Menu.

Toggles the display

between Day and

Night modes.

Toggles Scan

on and off.

Toggles Talkaround

on and off.

Select the desired

monitor mode.

Toggles the display

between Day and

Night modes.

Accesses the

Shortcuts Menu.

Accesses the

Main Menu.

Toggles Scan

on and off.

Opens the

CALL

menu.

Drops a received

Group

Call.

Channel presets.

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ICON

DESCRIPTION

ICON

DESCRIPTION

Transmitting Data

OTAR Registering

Virtual Site

OTAR Rekeying

Vote Scanning

Talkaround Enabled

Scanning Enabled

Transmit Power

Alert(s) Present

RX Only

Emergency

VDOC

Noise Cancellation Enabled

6.4 STATUS MESSAGES

During radio operation, various radio Status Messages may be displayed. The messages are described in

Table 6-3.

Table 6-3: Status Messages

MESSAGE DESCRIPTION

PTT DENIED

P25 Trunked only - Indicates the radio or talkgroup is not authorized to operate on the

selected system and/or talkgroup.

CALL QUEUED P25 Trunked only - Indicates the system has placed the call in a request queue.

SYSTEM BUSY

P25 Trunked only - Indicates the system is busy, no channels are currently available, the

queue is full, or an individual call is being attempted to a radio that is currently

transmitting.

SCANNING Indicates the radio is scanning.

TX EMERGENCY P25 modes only - Indicates an emergency call is being transmitted.

RX EMERGENCY

P25 modes only - Indicates an emergency call is being received. If programmed via RPM,

the radio will display the unit name or unit ID.

WIDE AREA SCAN

P25 Trunked only - Indicates the radio has entered the Wide Area Scan mode to search

for a new system (if enabled through programming).

INVALID TALKGROUP

P25 Trunked only - Indicates the current talkgroup is not valid for the current system. This

could happen if the site denies registration due to an unrecognized talkgroup ID.

INVALID UNIT P25 Trunked only – Indicates the current unit is not valid for the current system.

REGISTERING

P25 Trunked only - Displayed when the radio is performing a registration/affiliation on a

P25 trunking site.

CONTROL CHANNEL

SCAN

P25 Trunked only - Indicates the control channel is lost and the radio has entered the

Control Channel Scan mode to search for the control channel (usually out of range

indication). The amount of time before the radio enters Control Channel Scan after losing

the control channel is configurable in RPM.

BAND SCANNING

P25 Trunked only - This message is only displayed if the P25T system is configured for

"EnhancedCC" mode of operation. When the radio cannot find a Control Channel in either

the trunked frequency set or the list of discovered adjacencies, the radio is able to perform

a full spectrum frequency scan to find a new Control Channel.

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6.5 ALERT TONES

Table 6-4 describes the alert tones that may be played by radio.

Table 6-4: Alert Tones

TONE DESCRIPTION SOUND/DURATION

Ready To Talk Tone

Unencrypted (Analog FM

or P25 digital)

After a PTT is pressed, this control enables the radio to

produce an audible indication (tone) for you to begin

speaking into the microphone.

1000 Hz for 25 ms

Ready to Talk Tone

Encrypted P25 digital

After a PTT is pressed, this control enables the radio to

produce an audible indication (tone) for you to begin

speaking into the microphone.

1200 Hz tone for 25 ms

PTT Denied

PTT not possible. Momentary tone is present:

• Receive only

• PTT button disabled

• Emergency button disabled

• Emergency not supported for current channel

• Clear transmit denied

544 Hz tone for 75 ms

Maximum transmit

duration expires

Maximum transmit duration is exceeded.

5 beeps and then a 544 Hz

tone for 75 ms

Emergency Call

Received

Radio is receiving an emergency call or priority call.

600 Hz tone for 250 ms and

1800 Hz tone for 250 ms

Out of Range Radio fails to find a local control channel.

Programmable via RPM:

• Disabled (no tone)

• Slow (tone every 15s)

• Medium (tone every 10s)

• Fast (tone every 5s)

6.6 BEFORE FIRST USE

Make sure the XG-100M has:

• Mission plan and radio programmed using the RPM

• Encryption keys loaded if using encrypted channels

• Mission plan activated

6.7 POWER ON AND SET VOLUME

The power switch and volume control are within the same control. Turn clockwise to power on

XG-100M and to set to desired volume level.

Minimum volume levels may be programmed into the radio to prevent missed calls

due to a low volume setting.

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6.8 CHANNEL PRESETS

Channel preset buttons are available on the standard size screen. Press and hold one of the four buttons at

the bottom of the main display (Figure 6-3) to save the currently selected channel as a preset. Press this

button to quickly return to the preset channel.

Presets cannot be erased; they can only be programmed with a new value. Channel

presets are lost when a new personality is activated.

Figure 6-3: No Channel Presets

Figure 6-4: Four Channel Presets

6.9 NOISE CANCELLATION

The XG-100M features Harris’ proprietary noise suppression capability that provides clear and crisp

voice quality in high-noise environments in any mode, including analog and digital communications.

The XG-100M has two microphones; one located on the chorded microphone (Voice Microphone) and

one on the front of the control head (Noise Microphone). The Voice Microphone operates as the input

microphone for your voice. The Noise Microphone on the control head is used to pick up the surrounding

noise when noise cancellation is turned on. The control head should be mounted such that its Noise

Microphone element is unobstructed and exposed to the same ambient environment as your voice.

6.9.1 Enable Noise Cancellation

To enable noise cancellation:

1. From the main display, select the MAIN MENU.

2. Select SETTINGS.

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3. Select AUDIO SETTINGS.

4. Select NOISE CANCELLATION

to toggle noise cancellation

ENABLED or DISABLED. The icon is displayed in the top of

the display when noise cancellation is enabled.

6.9.2 Using Noise Cancellation

When using the noise cancellation feature, observe the following:

• Verify the NOISE CANCELLATION setting is enabled (see Section 6.9.1).

• Talk within two (2) inches of the Voice Microphone.

• Speak clearly, loudly, and with authority.

• Ensure that both the Voice Microphone and the control head’s Noise Microphone are not covered or

obstructed.

• In very noisy environments, it is okay to yell into the radio. The radio can handle very loud input

levels.

6.9.3 The Effect of Distance from the Microphone

Unlike a normal microphone system, noise cancellation makes the level of your voice diminish quickly as

you move the Voice Microphone away from your mouth. In essence, the radio starts to see your voice as

surrounding noise. Whereas you may be comfortable speaking up to a foot away from the Voice

Microphone on a normal radio, noise cancellation requires that you keep the Voice Microphone close to

your mouth. It is recommended that you hold the Voice Microphone within 2” of your mouth when

speaking.

6.9.4 Voice Microphone and Control Head Microphone Locations

The Voice Microphone is located on the front of the mic as shown in Figure 6-6. The Noise Microphone

on the control head is located on the left of the control head between the volume and channel knobs

(Figure 6-5). Every effort should be made to not obstruct either element during radio transmissions.

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Figure 6-5: Noise Microphone

Figure 6-6: Voice Microphone

6.10 TURN ENCRYPTION ON OR OFF

Select MAIN MENU  SECURITY  ENCRYPTION to toggle encryption on and off.

Or

1. Select SHORTCUTS from the main display.

2. Select ENCRYPTION to toggle encryption on and off.

• A key appears on the display when encryption is enabled. The channel must also be programmed

to be encrypted.

• When encryption is turned on and you use any channel not configured for encryption, the radio

allows PTT. The signal is transmitted unencrypted.

• Channels configured for Global Encryption display a Global Encryption icon instead of key icon

(Section 7.1.4) if Global Encryption is enabled.

• Radios configured with Encryption Mode Forced On will have the Encryption menu item grayed

out with the state always ENABLED.

The radio can be programmed to allow emergency calls to be transmitted in the clear when the radio does

not have the key, or has an invalid key for the encrypted group in emergency.

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