BEAM Push-To-Talk Handset Kit - User Manual
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General Operation
(Wireless Handset only)
Power On & Off
The Wireless PTT Handset and charging cradle powers on with
the BEAM Extreme Dock. Note that the Wireless PTT Handset
does not
power off when the Extreme Dock is turned off. You
can manually turn off the charging cradle by pressing the front
grey button for 3 seconds and the red status LED will switch off.
You can do the same on the Wireless PTT Handset by pressing
the grey button. The handset will sound a de-escalating tone.
To power On, press the grey button and releasing the button
once the LED status lights turn on and the handset will sound
an escalating tone. The red status LED on both units will flash
momentarily and then go solid once they’re connected.
Volume Control
When you first activate the unit you should first ensure your
handset volume is set to a comfortable listening level. You may
then adjust the Wireless PTT Handset volume by pressing the
top right button to increase or the left to decrease. There are 5
listening levels. The minimum level is not zero but is designed so
you can still quietly hear radio traffic and not inadvertently turn
off the audio.
Transmitting/Receiving
Use the handset like any two-way radio speaker microphone.
i.e. press the PTT button to talk and release to listen. A short talk
permit tone sequence will sound when activated. Speak with a
normal strong clear voice about 3-5cm (2”) from the microphone
port. Too hard or too soft will degrade the clarity of transmission.
Out of Range Indication
The Wireless PTT Handset provides the user with audible
feedback should the user move out of range from their vehicle.
If you walk out of range the red status LED will flash. If you then
push the PTT an alert tone will sound to let you know your call is
not getting through. Depending on your location, you may find
you need to walk back about 10 meters closer to your vehicle to
re-connect. The two red status LED light will then glow solid.
Talk Permit Tone
The Wireless PTT Handset provides talk permit tones so users
know when to start speaking so that words are not lost at the
start of a transmission. If, the channel is busy, no channel grant or
you are out of range, the user will hear the Wireless Handset talk
permit tones followed by the radio BUSY or Out of Range tone.
Charging Confirmation Tone
The Wireless PTT Handset provides the user with a discrete tone
whenever the handset is returned to the charging cradle. This
discrete tone ensures the user has a positive indication that the
handset is charging and seated correctly in the cradle.
Earpiece Operation
The Wireless PTT Handset provides the user with a weather
protected 3.5mm earpiece jack to allow use of industry
standard earpieces thereby providing additional privacy of
communications. A range of earpiece styles are available to suit
individual user preferences. Plugging in an earpiece disables the
internal loudspeaker.