TR-710

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OPERATORS MANUAL
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 The information in this book has been carefully checked and is believed to be
accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies.

CAUTION!

This equipment contains CMOS integrated circuits. Observe handling precautions

to avoid static discharges which may damage these devices.

JOTRON electronics a.s reserves the right to make changes without further notice
to any products or modules described herein to improve reliability, function or
design. JOTRON electronic a.s does not assume any liability arising out of the
application or use of the described product.

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CONTENT:
1. INTRODUCTION....................................................... 6
General information .................................................................................. 6

What comes with the three versions of TR-710........................................ 6

Precautions and warnings.......................................................................... 7

Technical specifications ............................................................................ 8

2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................................... 9
General operation ...................................................................................... 11

Menus ........................................................................................................ 12

3. Appendix A TR-710 Menu Flowchart ..................... 20

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1. INTRODUCTION
General information
The Jotron TR-710 represent the latest generation of Jotron Multiuse Radio
Transceivers. The radio operates at the airband 118-137 MHz with chooseable
channel spacing, 8.33 KHz, 12.5 KHz or 25 KHz. The radiotransceiver operates in
accordance to ICAO recommendations and conforms to the requirements of
European Telecom Standard Institute, ETSI, EN 300676 standard. The multiuse
transceiver will be delivered with 10 watt, 40 watt PEP, output power. The multi-
use transceiver will be supplied as 3 main versions.

What comes with the three versions of TR-710

Mobile Radio TR-710 M
• Hand microphone
• Desk top bracket
• Antenna
• Operators manual
Man-pack Radio TR-710 MP
• Shoulder bag
• Hand microphone
• Battery pack
• Battery charger
• Antenna
• Operators manual
Marine Desktop Radio TR-710 MD
• Hand microphone
• Power supply (230/110V)
• Desk top bracket
• Antenna adapter
• Operators manua

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Precautions and warnings
Batteries
The batteries are rechargeable NiCd type with a capacity of 12V/2800mAh.
The following should be noticed:

• Do not short-circuit, solder, crush, disassemble or incinerate the battery pack.

This may result in fire, explosion and severe burn hazard.

• Avoid charging batteries below 0°C or above 40°C.

Connectors and cables

When handling connectors and cables, notice the following warnings:

• Do not force plugs in place, as this may damage the pins in the plugs.

• Do not pull the cables when removing connectors from the TR-710, take instead
a firm grip around the connector and pull.

Display and front panel

Avoid touching the display with sharp objects. Scratches can reduce the visibility.

Storage and safe handling

Operating temperature is from -20°C to +55°C. Cleaning of the equipment can be
done with a cloth soaked in a mixture of ordinary dish-detergent and water.

When the radio is used intensive the cooling rib will be very hot.

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Technical specifications
Frequency range: 118 - 137 MHz.
Channel separation: 25 kHz / 8.33 kHz. (Selectable)
Frequency selection: 25 kHz, 12.5 / 8.33 kHz optional
Preset channels: 63
Type of modulation: AM (A3E)
Monitor: In headphone and rear connector
Antenna connector: 50Ω, TNC-connector
Operating temperature: -20 to + 55°C
Storage temperature: -20 to + 70°C.
Operating voltage: 230/115 VAC ± 10% (external power supply)
11-15VDC
13.7VDC nominal
Output power is reduced at lower voltages

Power consumption: 10W, 80% modulation: < 50VA

Battery package: 12V, 5 hours of operation with 10% duty cycle

Dimension: 8 cm (H) x 21 cm (W) x 22 cm (D)
Weight: 1.8 kg, (2.9 kg with battery)

Output power: 10W. Adjustable. (40W PEP)

Sensitivity: 10 dB SINAD at 1µV pd, 30 % modulation

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2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TR-710 has an interface
that is easy to use,
with a self-explanatory
graphical display.

Figure A: Keyboard
and display, TR-710.

1 Power ON/OFF.
Turns the TR-710 on and off. Has to be pushed for more than 1 sec. to power
off, in order to prevent unwanted operation.
2 Graphical LCD (Liquid Crystal Display).
The graphical display gives the user information about the frequency, menu
settings, choices and status. The graphical LCD has backlighting, making it
easy to see in the dark.
3 Battery Indicator
Indicate the status of the battery, four steps. The indicator flash when the bat-
tery is close to empty.
4 Control Wheel.
For changing frequency, channels, volume, squelch and adjusting selected
values up and down.
5 Function keys.
For moving through menus and adjusting selected values up and down.
6 Connector for headset or hand-held microphone with PTT button.
A headset or hand-held microphone can be connected here. The connector will
also supply a headset which need a voltage supply.

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Transceiver rear connections

Figure B: Rear view, TR-710.

1 Antenna Connector.
TNC-connector for antenna input/output.
2 Power-supply Connector.
This connector is connected to the external DC supply (+11 to +15V).
3 Multifunction Connector.
For details refer to technical handbook.

Power supply connector

Figure C: Power supply connector, female.

Table 1: functional description of the power

supply connector.
Pin pair nr. Signal Function description
1 U_BAT Supply voltage (11-15V)
2 GND Common ground.
Table 1:

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General operation
There is a menu wheel on the right side of the display. The wheel has three diffe-
rent functions:
• Volume control.
• Squelch control.
• Maneuvering in menus and changing of values.

STANDARD SCREEN

This is the standard mode for the transceiver. In this mode the menu wheel auto-
matically adjust the volume and when it is operated the display gives a graphical
volume indication. The display returns to the standard screen after a break of more
than two seconds. A push on the menu wheel gives the squelch function and the
next push, or a break of more than three sec, will return to the volume function.

By pressing the function keys the user gets access to several functions and menus.
A flowchart of the menu is shown in appendix A.

When a menu is selected, the menu wheel changes its function to menu maneuve-
ring. When submenus are entered the wheel can be used to adjust the actual value.
The maneuvering in menus, and changing of values, can also be carried out by the
arrows (function keys). The display automatically returns to the standard screen
after a break of more than 30 seconds.

If the operator wants to adjust the volume or squelch when a menu is entered, one
push gives the volume function, the next gives the squelch function and the third
push gives the value adjustment.

Pressing the function key "ENTR" enters the actual menu, new values and settings
are also stored by pressing "ENTR".

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To escape or return to a higher level, push "CANCEL" (function key).

If the microphone is fitted with an internal loudspeaker the function TX SIDE

TONE has to be set OFF to avoid feedback.

Menus
PREV – Fast selection of channels
Select between present and previous channel by pushing the function key "PREV".

BITE – Built In Test Equipment

This function menu will measure and display the parameters shown in table 2.
Table 2 indicates the limits for acceptable values for these parameters. If the limits
are exceeded an alarm will be displayed.

Measurement Normal Min Max

Temp PA - -20 °C +95 °C
Fwd Power 1W – 2,5W – 5W – 8W –10W 10W
Ref Power Depends on the antenna and forward power 0 The level of
forward power.
U Battery Depends on the power source 10.3 V 15 V
9 Volt 9V 8,5 V 10 V
5 V Dig 5V 4,3 V 5,6 V
5V analog 5V 4,3 V 5,6 V
3 Volt 3V 2,7 V 3,3 V
Current 0,4 A in receive 0,3 A 5 A (transmitting)
Modulation - 0% 100%
IF Current 6 mA
LNA Current 24.5 mA 10 mA 30 mA
RSSI 1.1 V at 1 uV - -
Temp LCD A few degrees above the ambient temperature -20°C +55°C

Table 2:

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CH –Selection of channels
Channel
Select from the preset channels.
Maximum preset channels: 63

MENU – Main Menu

The Main-menu consist of a receiver-menu,
transmitter-menu and a general-menu.

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 Rx menu - Receiver menu

NOISE BLANK ON/OFF

When the function is ON radar and pulse noise
will be detected and blanked out

AUDIO AGC ON/OFF

Automatic gain control of the audio amplifier.
When the function is ON the gain will be adju-
sted automatically to keep the audio level of the
received signal constant.

OPEN SQ ON/OFF
Equivalent as setting the squelch level to zero.
When the function is ON the Squelch will be
open. This function can also be activated by
pressing the function key "OPEN", that is dis-
played when the squelch menu is activated by
pressing the menu wheel.

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Tx menu - Transmitter menu

MODULATION
Range 10 – 100 %
Sets the modulation factor of the transmitter.

AGC ON/OFF
Automatic gain control.
When the function is ON the output level will be
kept constant.

AGC MODE SLOW/FAST

Adjust the time constant of the AGC function.

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 MUTE ON/OFF
When the function is ON the transmitter will
mute low audio signals.

INPUT MIC/LINE
Select between microphone input or line input.
When line input is selected, "LINE" is shown in
the standard screen picture.
(Line is used for remote operation).

TX POWER
Adjust the output power of the transmitter.
Range: 1 to 10 watt, (40 w PEP).
Steps: 10, 25, 50, 80, and 100 %.

TIME OUT
This function set the maximum time for how
long the transmitter can be keyed continuously.
Range: 0.5 – 5 minutes, steps of 30 seconds.
This function can also be turned off.

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General - General menu

LCD CONTRAST
Adjust the contrast in the display.
Range: 19 - 62 %.

LCD LIGHT
Adjust the intensity of the display.
Range: OFF, 1, 2, 3.

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 PANEL LIGHT ON/OFF
Light inside the keyboard on/off.

FREQUENCY
Frequency range: 118.000 MHz to 136.975 MHz.
The frequency is changed in steps of 25 kHz,
8.33 / 12.5 kHz optional.

STORE CHANNEL
Select channel, the actual frequency will be sto-
red on this channel by pressing ENTR.

AF OUT LS+HP/LS/HP/EXT
Select between internal Loudspeaker (LS),
Headphone (HP) or External loudspeaker (EXT).
If the microphone is fitted with an internal loud-
speaker, this can be activated by choosing HP.

TX SIDETONE ON/OFF
When the function is ON the operator can hear
his own voice in the headphone when transmit-
ting.
If the microphone is fitted with an internal loud-
speaker the function has to be set OFF to avoid
feedback.

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ACKNOW.BEEP OFF/SHORT/NORM/LONG
Set the length/intensity of the beep for each
time the function keys are operated.

MANPACK MODE ON/OFF

Set the following parameters:
Forward power = 25 % /2.5 w.
Set the battery symbol in the display.
Turn off the radio automatically when the batte-
ry voltage is lower than 10.3 Volt.

Default CANCEL/ENTER
Restore default settings.
When choosing ENTR all settings except fre-
quencies and channels will be set to default
values.

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Appendix A

TR-710 MENU FLOWCHART

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