SAFETY INFORMATION
The operator of any mobile radio should be aware of certain hazards
common to the operation of vehicular radio transmissions.
A list of the possible hazards are:
•
Explosive Atmospheres
Just as it is dangerous to fuel a vehicle with the motor running, be
sure to turn the radio off while fueling the vehicle. Do Not carry
containers of fuel in the trunk of the vehicle when the radio is
mounted in the trunk.
•
Interference To Vehicular Electronic Systems
Electronic fuel injection systems, electronic anti-skid breaking
systems, electronic cruise control systems, etc., are typical of the
types of electronic devices that may malfunction due to the lack
of protection from radio frequency energy present when transmit-
ting. If the vehicle contains such equipment, consult the dealer for
the make of vehicle and enlist his aid in determining if such elec-
tronic circuits perform normally when the radio is transmitting.
•
Dynamite Blasting Caps
Dynamite blasting caps may be caused to explode by operating a
radio within 500 feet of the blasting caps. Always obey the "Turn
Off Two Way Radio" signs posted where dynamite is being used.
When transporting blasting caps in your vehicle:
a. Carry the blasting caps in a closed metal box with a soft lin-
ing.
b. Leave the radio OFF whenever the blasting caps are being
put into or removed from the vehicle.
•
Radio Frequency Energy
To prevent burns or related physical injury from radio frequency
energy, do not operate the transmitter when anyone outside of the
vehicle is within two feet of the antenna.
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INTRODUCTION
The EDACS FMD is a synthesized mobile radio designed for high
reliability and ease of operation. Its small size makes the radio ideal for
front mounting. All operating controls and indicators are located on the
front panel (Figure 1). A few features of the radio are listed below:
•
Clear display, even in bright sunlight
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Accommodates both voice and data transmission
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Button and display backlighting for nighttime operation
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Adaptable for remote mounting
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External switch sends instant emergency signal
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Multiple Systems, Groups, and Channels
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Special call for radio-to-radio or telephone interconnect
calls
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS
Controls and displays on the EDACS FMD Select model are de-
scribed in this section.
FIGURE 1 - EDACS FMD SELECT CONTROL PANEL
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