I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e 1 -UNCLASSIFIED- LMR USER TRAINING

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  This Lesson will prepare you to become a confident LMR radio operator. Introduction

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Summary of Course  Vocabulary used in LMR  Operation Procedures Operation Procedures OPSEC and COMSEC Common Pro-words Phonetic Alphabet  Equipment Operation XTS5000 Handheld Radio

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Vocabulary  Receive = The function of listening to a radio channel when not in transmit.  Transmit = The function of transmitting a signal on a radio channel.  Transceiver = A radio with both transmit and receive functions built in.  Push to Talk (PTT) = The operation of transmitting by pressing a mike button or switch.  Volume = The amount of loudness that you hear when in receive mode.  Call sign = The “name” used to identify your station as well as the one you are calling.

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  Frequency = The measurement (in Hertz) of the radio signal which is transmitted or received. For example: megahertz is a frequency. Frequency and channel are often interchanged terms. They can refer to the same thing, but are identified differently.  Channel = The frequency that is selected to operate your radio or network on. Usually identified by a number on the radio such as, Channel 1.  Traffic = A message or messages to be passed on to someone else. 5 Vocabulary cont.

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  Repeater = A transmitter that repeats a transmitted signal and thereby increases the range of radio operations.  Base Station = A radio configured in a fixed configuration, usually mounted with a permanent antenna in a building.  Mobile Station = A radio configured in a vehicle of some sort.  Portable Station = A self contained radio with power source and antenna attached, usually carried by an individual and independent of external controls. A handheld radio is an example.  Remote Control Unit = A device located away from the radio with the ability to control the radio and it’s functions. Vocabulary cont.

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  LMR (Land Mobile Radio) System = A network of radio stations which may contain a central base or control station. This network is comprised mainly of portable and mobile radios.  Intrinsically Safe Radio = A radio that is certified safe to operate near highly explosive vapors, such as around aircraft fueling operations. 7 Vocabulary cont.

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  Safety and Security are important and should be first in the mind of the operator.  Radio procedures are simple and should be.  Portable Radios  Keep the portable radio’s antenna as far away from your eyes as possible.  Ensure that if you are in the area of flammable liquids and/or vapors, do not transmit your radio!! Back away and find a safe area. 8 Operation Procedures

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Mobile Radios  Keep away as far as possible from mobile antennas when in use. Make sure others are clear of the antenna as well.  Ensure that if you are in the area of flammable liquids and/or vapors, do not transmit your radio!!  The most common mistake is using a mobile radio when fueling up the vehicle.  Use care when you must drive and operate a vehicle. If you find it distracting, it is better to pull off of the road to finish your transmissions. Watch the placement of the radio and microphone. There is a possibility of the cord becoming entangled in the steering wheel when turning. Operation Procedures

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Operation Procedures  On Andrews, there are a series of assigned and spare nets.  Most LMRs have multiple nets programmed into them. One can switch between these various frequencies by locating the “Channel Selector”.  Pressing the “PTT” switch will transmit on the currently selected net.  Unlike using a phone, there is no ring. Therefore, as the caller, you need to know the network know who you wish to contact. This is accomplished by knowing the “Callsign" of who you wish to call as well as your own “Callsign” used to identify yourself.

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  To make a call on your net, you can begin a call by transmitting the callsign of the station followed by the callsign of your station.  For example, if you wish to call the control tower to get permission to cross a taxiway, you would press the PTT switch and transmit;  “TOWER, THIS IS RADIO4, OVER”. The other station (control tower) would respond by identifying themselves and say, “THIS IS TOWER, GO AHEAD”. You then continue with your conversation, or traffic.  The word “OVER” at the end of your transmission tells the other end that you are done with that part of the message and they are to respond. 11 Operation Procedures

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  DO NOT Use the antenna as a keyholer Throw, toss, kick, or otherwise mishandle the radio Leave it sitting on the edges of trucks. This is the leading cause of run over radios  If you damage or lose your radio, let me know immediately! 12 Operation Procedures

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e OPSEC and COMSEC  Make sure that the net is clear before transmitting. Only one user can transmit at a time.  LMR nets ARE monitored by others!  LMRs are cleared for UNCLASS and NON-FOUO traffic ONLY. DO NOT PASS CLASSIFIED or FOUO INFORMATION!!  Be short and to the point.  The channel may be shared, don’t tie it up.  Safety could be a concern, so use plain words that have one meaning only. Use the standard pro-words so as not to confuse the other users.

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  Do not use names over the air, unless a call sign is not available, then only use the last name preceded by the word, “Personnel”.  Do not give your position out over the air if in a high Threat Area or High FPCON.  Do not make up cute call-signs that may give away the function of the operation. Names like “Head Shed” denote “Headquarters” to the enemy listening.  Check with Base LMR if in doubt.  All radio MUST be equipped with a DD2056 “Consent To Monitoring” sticker. If yours does not, let us know. 14 OPSEC and COMSEC

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  ALL AFTER - I refer to all of the above message that follows…  ALL BEFORE -I refer to all of the message that precedes…  BREAK - I now separate the text from other parts of the message…  CORRECTION - There is an error on this transmission. Transmission will continue wit the last word correctly transmitted.  GROUPS - This message contains the number of groups indicated by the numeral following…  I SAY AGAIN - I am going to repeat transmission…  MORE TO FOLLOW Transmitting station has additional traffic for the receiving station… 15 Common Prowords

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  OUT - This is the end of my transmission, no response is required…  OVER - This is the end of my transmission to you and a response is expected. Go ahead.  RADIO CHECK - What is my signal strength and readability. A good signal would be “Loud and Clear”, “LIMA CHARLIE”, etc.  ROGER - I have received your last transmission and acknowledge it. It may mean an agreement as well.  SAY AGAIN - Repeat all of your last transmission.  THIS IS.. - This transmission is from the station whose “Callsign” immediately follows…  WAIT - I must pause for a few seconds… 16 Common Prowords

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  WAIT-OUT - I must pause for more than a few seconds…  WORD AFTER - I refer to the word of the message that follows…  WORD BEFORE - I refer to the word of the message that precedes.  Now let’s go to the Phonetic Alphabet, where you learn to say words in place of letters and how to pronounce numbers over the air…… 17 Common Prowords

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e 18 Phonetic Alphabet

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Equipment Operation Here is the radio used by Andrews AFB. Let’s cover the following:  Features  Controls, Switches, Indicators, and Connectors  Battery replacement and care.

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  Features Transceiver operation Programmable channels and features 52 Channels capable Rechargeable (8 hour) battery 5 watt transmitter (over 1 mile range) Automatic Squelch Rugged Some models equipped with Tone Encoder key pad 20 Equipment Operation

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e  Controls, Switches, Indicators, and Connectors On/Off/Volume Control Channel Selector Switch PTT Switch Emergency Button LED Indicator A,B,C Switch 21 Equipment Operation

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Motorola XTS5000 Handheld Controls, Switches, Indicators, and Connectors  The On/Off/Volume control is located on the top left of the radio.  Rotate clockwise to turn on the radio and increase the volume.  When the radio powers up, a beep should be heard. This tells you the radio passed the power up test. ON/OFF/VOLUME

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Motorola XTS5000 Handheld Controls, Switches, Indicators, and Connectors  The Channel Selector switch is on the top middle of the radio.  The Channel Selector Switch can be rotated to select the channel or frequency of operation.  This will be the channel you are on during transmit, regardless of the receive function, such as scanning.

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Motorola XTS5000 Handheld Controls, Switches, Indicators, and Connectors  The PTT Switch is on the left side of the radio.  Press it to talk.  Speak into the front of the radio near the XTS5000 label, with a normal voice.

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Motorola XTS5000 Handheld Controls, Switches, Indicators, and Connectors  The LED Indicator is a little light located just between the antenna and the middle selector switch.  It’s function is to tell you when you are transmitting or receiving a tone encoded signal, indicating that a shared channel is in use.  It is red in transmit and green when receiving a tone encoded signal or shared channel is in use.

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Motorola XTS5000 Handheld Controls, Switches, Indicators, and Connectors  The A,B,C, Selector Switch located on the lower left, can be programmed to do many different functions.  Our radio is programmed to do the following: A – ZONE A - NORMAL B – ZONE B - CONTINGENCY C – ZONE C - HARDDOWN

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Motorola XTS5000 Handheld Battery Replacement and Care  Changing batteries is simple  Press in on the tab located on the bottom of the radio and pull the radio apart.  Do not pry the radio. This is what happens.

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Motorola XTS5000 Handheld Battery Replacement and Care  Once the battery is removed you may charge it.  It is best for these batteries to be completely discharged prior to charging them again. Don’t try to “top them off”.  Bring all bad batteries to your Unit LMR Custodian

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Motorola XTS5000 Handheld Battery Replacement and Care  Place the battery in the charger. If you have a rapid charger, the light will turn green when complete in about an hour. The standard charger will take about 15 hours and the light does not change color.  Do not leave the radio in the charger and turned on. This will not do any good to the battery.

I n t e g r i t y - S e r v i c e - E x c e l l e n c e Summary  We have covered: General Operating Procedures OPSEC/COMSEC Requirements General Radio Usage  If you have any questions or comments, please let me know.  Please Sign the final slide as proof you accomplished this training 30

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