tait MTA-00011 Portable and Mobile Radio Kit Instructions

: June 9, 2024
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Table of Contents

tait MTA-00011 Portable and Mobile Radio Kit
Simplified Declaration of Conformity
Safety and Compliance Information
Contact Information
References
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Important:
Read carefully before use. Keep it for future reference.

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Simplified Declaration of Conformity

European Simplified Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, Tait International Limited declares that the radio equipment type TPDB1C, TPDC0A, TPDC0D, TPDH7C, TPDHKC, TUFM2D, TUFM3A, TPGB1A, TPGHKA, TPGH7A, TPHN0A, TMBB1A, TMBB1C, TMBC0A, TMBH7A, TMBH5A, TMAA4P & TMAA4Q complies with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.taitcommunications.com/our- resources/compliance.

UK Simplified Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, Tait International Limited declares that the radio equipment type TPDB1C, TPDC0A, TPDC0D, TPDH7C, TPDHKC, TUFM2D, TUFM3A, TPGB1A, TPGHKA, TPGH7A, TPHN0A, TMBB1A, TMBB1C, TMBC0A, TMBH7A, TMBH5A, TMAA4P & TMAA4Q complies with Regulation 2017 No. 1206, Telecommunications, The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017. The full text of the UK declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.taitcommunications.com /our-resources/-compliance.

Safety and Compliance Information

This radio is designed to comply with applicable regulations. Unauthorized access and repair of this product will void the warranty. Any modifications or changes made to the radio that are not expressly approved by Tait International Ltd could invalidate compliance requirements and void the user’s authority to operate the radio.

Servicing must be performed by an authorized service provider. Contact your Tait representative for a list of authorized service providers.

Listening at a safe level
Listening at high volumes can cause hearing damage. Always reduce the volume to a comfortable listening level.

Radiofrequency exposure information
This radio emits radio frequency (RF) energy (radio waves) primarily when calls are made. RF is a form of electromagnetic energy (like sunlight), and maximum levels of exposure to RF are regulated to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you.

To comply with RF exposure regulations, please read the following information before using this radio. You should use this radio only for work-related purposes (it is not authorized for any other use) and if you are fully aware of, and can exercise control over, your exposure to RF energy. To prevent exceeding RF exposure limits, you must control the amount and duration of RF that you and other people are exposed to.

It is also important that you:

Do not exceed an operating duty factor of up to 50% talk to 50% and listen.
Do not remove the RF exposure label from the radio.
Ensure this RF exposure information accompanies the radio when it is transferred to other users.
Do not use the radio if you do not adhere to the guidelines on controlling your exposure to RF.

Mobile radios only:

While you are transmitting (talking or sending data) on the radio, you must ensure that there is always a distance of 35 inches (0.9m) between people and the antenna. This is the minimum safe distance.
Use the radio only with Tait-approved antennas and attachments, and make only authorized modifications to the antenna otherwise you could damage the radio and violate FCC regulations.

Warning RF exposure hazard!
To comply with FCC and ISED RF exposure limits, mount the antenna at a location such that no person or persons can come closer than 35 inches (0.9m) to the antenna:

For radios with a transmit power >25W:

VHF radios must be installed using an antenna with a gain of up to 5.15dBi.
UHF and 800MHz radios must be installed using an antenna with a gain of up to 5.65dBi.
900MHz radios must be installed using an antenna with a gain of up to 8dBi.

For radios with a transmit power of 25W:

The radio must be installed using an externally mounted antenna with a gain of up to 5.15dBi.

Portable radios only:

When listening and talking on the radio, hold it upright in front of your face so that it is at least one inch (2.5cm) away from any part of your face. Keeping the radio at the recommended distance is important because exposure to RF decreases rapidly the further away the antenna is from your body.
Keep the antenna at least one inch (2.5cm) from your face at all times.
If you wear your radio, you must always put it in a carrying accessory that has been specifically approved by Tait for this radio. Using non-approved body-worn accessories may mean you expose yourself to higher levels of RF than recommended by occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits.
Ensure you only use Tait-approved antennas, batteries, and accessories.

For more information on what RF energy is and how to control your exposure to it, visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html.

For Customers in Canada
This radio transmitter, TMBHKB, has been approved by Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) Canada to operate with the antenna type listed below, with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list that have a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for any type listed are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

Antenna Type Max. Gain dBd (dBi)
Omni-directional 3.5 (5.65)

Warning It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that the use of such information and equipment complies with the laws, rules and regulations of the applicable jurisdictions.

Radiofrequency emissions limits in the USA

CFR Title 47 Part 15.19 (a) (1) – Receivers
Part 15 of the FCC Rules imposes RF emission limits on receivers.
The product supplied in this region complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.

CFR Title 47 Part 15.19 (a) (3) – All Others
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.

Radiofrequency emissions limits in Canada
For products supplied in this region, this device complies with ISED 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.

USA public safety bands (764-776MHz and 794-806MHz) (TM9000/TP9000 only)
The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 47 Subpart R deals with the use of frequencies in the 764 to 776MHz and 794 to 806MHz bands.

Low-power channels
This radio complies with CFR Title 47 Parts 90.531 (b) (3) and 90.531 (b) (4). These sections state that only low-power transmission is permitted on the following channels:

Regional Planning channels, as defined in Part 90.531 (b) (3).
Itinerant channels, as defined in Part 90.531 (b) (4).

Use of encryption
This radio complies with CFR Title 47 Part 90.553 (a). This section states that:

Encryption is not permitted on the nationwide Interoperability calling channels. These channels are defined in Part 90.531 (b) (1) (ii).
Radios using encryption must have a readily accessible switch or control to allow the radio user to disable encryption.

EMC regulatory compliance in Australia and New Zealand
For products supplied in this region, this product meets all ACMA and MBIE regulatory require-ments for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). For more information about EMC compliance, visit the ACMA website at www.acma.gov.au and the MBIE website at www.mbie.co.nz.

Australia and New Zealand citizens band (476.4 to 477.4MHz)

Notice In New Zealand, the citizen’s band is also known as Personal Radio Service or PRS.

AS/NZS 4365 deals with the use of frequencies in the 476.425 to 477.400 MHz band. Products capable of operating in this band have been approved for operation in the UHF Citizens Band Radio Service which is licensed in Australia by the ACMA Radiocommunications (Citizens Band Radio Stations) Class Licence and in New Zealand by the MBIE General User Radio Licence for Citizens Band Radio. Operation is subject to conditions contained within those licenses.

Repeaters operate by receiving a transmission on one channel and re- transmitting it on another. Operators are required to avoid using local repeater input channels, which will be in the range of 31 to 38, unless it is intended to use the repeater facility and to avoid using local repeater output channels, which will be in the range 1 to 8, at any time. No voice transmissions are permitted on data channels 22 and 23. Equipment meeting this standard will inhibit voice operation on channels 22 and 23.

In Australia:

Except in an emergency, a CB transmitter must not be operated on UHF channels 5 and 35.
Channel 11 is the customary calling channel for establishing communications.
Channel 40 is the customary road vehicle channel.

Europe and the UK

The intended purpose of the product
The product supplied in this region is a radiocommunications transceiver. It is intended for radiocommunication in the Private Mobile Radio (PMR) or Public Access Mobile Radio (PAMR) services, to be used in the UK, in all member states of the European Union (EU) and states within the European Economic Area (EEA).

Restrictions in the European Union
This product can be programmed to transmit on frequencies that are not harmonized throughout the EU/EEA and will require a license to operate in each member state. This product can be programmed for frequencies or emissions that may make its use illegal. Where applicable, a license must be obtained before this product is used. All license requirements must be observed. Limitations may apply to transmitter power, operating frequency, channel spacing, and emission.

Restrictions in the United Kingdom
This product can be programmed for frequencies or emissions that may make its use illegal. Where applicable, a license must be obtained before this product is used. All license requirements must be observed. Limitations may apply to transmitter power, operating frequency, channel spacing, and emission.

Interference with electronic devices
Warning Some electronic devices may be prone to malfunction due to a lack of pro-tection from the RF energy that is present when your radio is transmitting.

Examples of electronic devices that may be affected by RF energy are:

aircraft electronic systems
vehicular electronic systems such as fuel injection, anti-skid brakes, and cruise control
medical devices such as pacemakers and hearing aids
medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities.

Switch off the radio before boarding an aircraft. Using your radio while in the air is not permitted. Consult the manufacturer (or its representative) of any such electronic devices to determine whether elec-tronic circuits in those devices will perform normally when the radio is transmitting.

Warning If you have a pacemaker:

immediately turn off the radio if you suspect it is interfering with the pacemaker
keep the radio at least 6 inches (15cm) from the pacemaker while the radio is on
use the radio on the side opposite to the pacemaker to minimize interference
never carry the radio in a breast pocket

If there is interference between your hearing aid and the radio, please discuss an alternative solution with the hearing aid manufacturer.

Potentially explosive atmospheres and blasting areas

Warning Unless the radio is specifically certified for use in a potentially explosive atmosphere, turn off the radio before entering such an atmosphere. An explosion could cause serious injury or death. Examples of potentially explosive atmospheres include filling stations and any environment where there are flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Warning Turn off the radio before approaching blasting caps, a blasting area, or any area where you are instructed to turn off the two-way radio. Obey all signs and instruc-tions. Interference with blasting operations could cause serious injury or death.

Radio installation and operation in vehicles

Warning Keep the radio away from airbags and airbag deployment areas. Do not install, charge, or place a radio near such areas. An activated airbag can propel radio equipment with sufficient force to cause serious injury to vehicle occupants. An airbag may not perform to specification if obstructed by radio equipment.
Warning To avoid damage to existing wiring, airbags, petrol tanks, fuel and brake lines, or battery cables, refer to the installation guide for the radio, and the vehicle manufacturer’s manual, before installing electronic equipment in the vehicle.

Using a handheld microphone or a radio while driving a vehicle may violate the laws and legislation that apply in your country or state. Please check the vehicle regulations in your area.

Vehicle charger installation and operation (portable radios only)
For detailed instructions necessary to the safe installation and operation of the vehicle charger, please refer to the documentation supplied with the vehicle charger.

Radioprotection when charging the vehicle battery (mobile radios only)
Always remove the fuses from the radio power cable before charging the vehicle battery, connecting a second battery, or using power from another vehicle (e.g. when jump-starting the vehicle).

Electromagnetic compatibility for vehicles in Europe
In the European Community, radio equipment fitted to automotive vehicles is regulated by UNECE Regulation R10 Revision 5 and its amendments. The requirements of this regulation cover the electromagnetic compatibility of electrical or electronic equipment fitted to automotive vehicles.

Mobile radios only: It is the installer’s responsibility to insure that the whole system meets the requirements of UNECE Regulation R10 Revision 5.

Notice

Mobile radios only:
Failure to install the product correctly may void the vehicle’s type approval. The owner could be held responsible for any damage resulting from vehicle failure that can be attributed to RF energy interfering with the vehicle systems.

Attaching of labels (portable radios only)
Warning Do not obstruct the vent hole on the battery label or the vent hole on the radio chassis label. If the vent on the battery is obstructed the battery may explode, causing personal injury and/or property damage. If the vent on the radio is obstructed, audio quality and/or key function may deteriorate and radio seals may be damaged.

Notice
Tait International Limited recommends that you do not affix additional labels to the surfaces between the radio chassis and the battery. The fit between these surfaces is intentionally firm and any added thickness will damage the points of attachment between radio and the battery. If you must attach a customized label, use only a thin gummed paper label applied to the bottom 25% of the radio chassis label and/or to the top 25% of the battery label. Do not obstruct the vent holes (see Warning above)! Do not allow the paper label to extend beyond the recessed label area or to conceal relevant product information.

High radio surface temperatures (mobile radios only)
The bottom surface of the radio and the heatsink fins can become hot during prolonged oper-ation. Do not touch these parts of the radio.

EN 62368 requirements (25-watt mobiles)
Products supplied in Europe comply with the European Union standard EN 62368 when operated up to the rated 33% duty cycle of two minutes transmit and four minutes receive and with ambient temperatures of 30°C or lower.

Operation outside these limits may cause the external temperature of the radio to rise higher than this standard permits.

Use of lithium-ion batteries (portable radios only)

Warning A damaged battery can cause an explosion or fire, and can result in personal injury and/or property damage. To prevent personal injury and/or damage to property, read the important safety information supplied with the battery and charger.

Short-circuiting battery contacts (portable radios only)

Warning short-circuit the battery contacts, neither intentionally nor accidentally, e.g. by placing the battery with conductive materials such as keys or jewelry inside a pocket or container. Short-circuiting the battery contacts can heat the conductive material and cause personal injury and/or damage to property.

Contact Information

Tait Communications

Corporate Head Office
Tait International Limited P.O. Box 1645
Christchurch
New Zealand

Imported into the EU by:
Tait Communications GmbH Stipcakgasse 40 1230 Vienna Austria

Imported into the UK by:

Tait Europe Limited
Unit A, Buckingham Business Park, Anderson Road Swavesey Cambridge, CB24 4UQ United Kingdom

For the address and telephone number of regional offices, refer to our website: www.taitcommunications.com.

Copyright and Trademarks
All information contained in this document is the property of Tait International Limited. All rights reserved. This document may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, stored, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable form, without prior written permission from Tait International Limited.

The word TAIT, TAITNET and the TAIT logo are trademarks of Tait International Limited. All trade names referenced are the service mark, trademark or registered trademark of the respective manufacturers. By using a Tait product you are agreeing to be bound by the terms of the Tait Software Licence Agreement. Please read the Tait Software Licence Agreement carefully before using this Tait product. If you do not agree to the terms of the Tait Software Licence Agreement, do not use the Tait Product. The full agreement is available at
www.taitcommunications.com/our- resources/legal#Tait_Software_Licence_Agreement

Disclaimer
There are no warranties extended or granted by this document. Tait International Limited accepts no responsibility for damage arising from use of the information contained in the document or of the equipment and software it describes. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that the use of such information, equipment, and software complies with the laws, rules, and regulations of the applicable jurisdiction.

Inquiries and Comments
If you have any inquiries regarding this document or any comments, suggestions or notifications of errors, please contact your regional Tait office.

Updates of Manual and Equipment
In the interests of improving the performance, reliability or servicing of the equipment, Tait International Limited reserves the right to update the equipment or this document or both without prior notice.

Intellectual Property Rights
This product may be protected by one or more patents or designs of Tait International Limited together with their international equivalents, pending patent or design applications, and registered trademarks, for a complete list please check www.taitcommunications.com/our- resources/legal#Intellectual_Propertyt.

The 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 decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the Object Code, or in any other way convert the Object Code into a human-readable form.

Environmental Responsibilities
Tait International Limited is an environmentally responsible company that supports waste minimization, material recovery and restrictions in the use of hazardous materials. The European Union’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and UK WEEE Regulation 2013 require that this product be disposed of separately from the general waste stream when its service life is over. For more information about how to dispose of your unwanted Tait product, visit the Tait WEEE website at www.taitcommunications.com/our- resources/compliance#WEEE. Please be environmentally responsible and dispose of it through the original supplier, or contact Tait International Limited.

Tait will comply with environmental requirements in other markets as they are introduced.