TYT MD-2017 User Manual

SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION
Our TYT ELECTRONICS CO., LTD radio generators RF electromagnetic
during transmit mode.This radio is designed for and classified as"Occupational Use Only",
meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the
hazards,and the ways To Minimize Such hazards. This radio is NOT intended for use by the"General Population"
in an uncontrolled environment. This radio has been tested and complies with the FCC RF exposure limits for
"Occupational Use Only".Inaddition, our TYT ELECTRONICS CO., LTD radio complies with the
following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation
of such levels for exposure to humans:
--IEEE Std. 1528:2013 and KDB447498, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human
Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
--American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to
Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.
--American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement
of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields- RF and Microwave.
The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or
her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to asÿsure that this radio operates with the FCC RF
exposure limits of this radio.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
During transmissions, TYT ELECTRONICS CO., LTD radio generates RF energy that can
possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in
areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to
electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.
Occupational/Controlled Use
The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are exposed as consequence of their employment
provided those persons are fully aware of the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their exposure.
Attention:
This radio complieswith IEEE and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF exposure
emvironment at operating duty factors of up to 50% and is authorized by the FCC for occupational use only. An
appropriate warning
lable is affixed to all units. In order to comply with RF exposure requirements, a minimum
distance of 2.5cm must be maintained when held-to-face, and body-worn operations are restricted to the approved
original acessories (belt clip).
Do not use this device when antenna shows obvious damages
This product is compliance to FCC RF Exposure requirements and refers to FCC website
https://apps.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/reports/GenericSearch.cfm search for FCC ID:POD-DMR2 to gain further
information include SAR Values.

TYT MD-2017 Specifications

General

Zones	250
Battery Capacity	2200mAh
Waterproof Rating	IP67
Operating Voltage	7.4V
Digital Protocol	DMR Tier I & II
Frequency Range	136-174MHz (VHF) & 400-480MHz (UHF)
Display	Color LCD
Digital/Analog	Digital/Analog

Summary

Safety Training Information

Occupational and Controlled Use

Explains usage in employment settings with awareness of exposure.

RF Exposure Compliance Attention

Details compliance with exposure limits and usage restrictions.

Safety Information for User

General User Safety Precautions

Lists safety precautions for transceiver and accessory usage.

Getting Familiar with the Radio

Radio Components and Indicators

Identifies key physical parts like knobs, buttons, connectors, and indicators.

Safety and Overview

Product Safety and RF Exposure Information

Advises reading the manual for safe usage and RF exposure compliance.

Radio Operation Overview

Details the procedure for powering on the radio and adjusting volume.

Launching and Receiving Calls

Receiving and Replying to Group Calls

Details how to receive and reply to group calls.

Call Handling Procedures

Receiving and Replying to Single Calls

Explains how to receive and reply to single calls.

Receiving All Calls

Describes how to receive and respond to all-call transmissions.

Making Calls Using Channel Knob or Keys

Group and Single Calls via Channel Knob

Steps to make group and single calls using the channel knob.

Initiating All Calls

Procedure for initiating an all-call transmission.

Making Group or Single Calls with a Key

How to use a programmed key for group or single calls.

Emergency Functions

Types of Emergency Calls

Outlines the three types of emergency calls supported.

Receiving Emergency Calls

Steps for receiving and confirming emergency calls.

Emergency Call Procedures

Replying to Emergency Calls

Instructions for replying to an emergency call.

Sending Emergency Alarms

How to send an emergency alarm signal.

Sending Emergency Alarm Calls

Procedure for sending an emergency alarm call to other radios.

Voice and Mode Management

Voice Emergency Alarm Operation

How to send emergency calls using voice activation.

Restarting Emergency Mode

Situations that cause the radio to restart emergency mode.

Emergency Mode Logout

Conditions for Logging Out of Emergency Mode

Conditions under which the radio exits emergency mode.

Menu Application and Radio Checks

Sending Radio Checks

Steps to send a radio check signal to another radio.

Starting Radio Monitoring

How to initiate monitoring of another radio.

Contact Management

Group Calls Using Contacts

Steps to initiate a group call using contacts.

Call Logging and Missed Calls

Single Calls Using Contacts

Steps to initiate a single call using contacts.

Managing Call Records

Receiving and Checking Call Alerts

How to receive and respond to call alerts.

Messaging Functions

Starting Call Alerts from Contacts

Procedure to initiate a call alert from the contact list.

Editing and Sending SMS Messages

How to compose and send SMS messages.

Sending Quick Text Messages

Using predefined text messages for quick sending.

SMS Message Management

Sending Quick Text via Key

Sending prefabricated text messages via a programmed key.

Inbox Message Management

Receiving SMS Messages

How incoming SMS messages are displayed and handled.

Checking SMS Messages

Steps to read and manage received SMS messages.

Managing Received SMS

How to use the inbox to manage received messages.

Inbox SMS Operations

Checking Inbox SMS

Steps to check and manage messages in the inbox.

Replying to Inbox SMS

Procedure to reply to messages in the inbox.

Advanced Inbox and Security Features

Encryption Functionality

Basic Encryption Setup

Initiating DTMF Calls

Radio Control and Security

Radio Secrecy Features

Disabling Radio Functionality

Enabling Radio Functionality

Scanning Features

Starting and Stopping Scans

Utilities and Radio Settings

Scanning Replies

Power, Display, and Squelch Settings

Power Level Settings

Squelch Level Adjustment

Password and Clock Settings

Password Lock Setup

Radio Programming

Editing Receive Frequency (Rx)

Editing Transmit Frequency (Tx)

Channel and Transmission Settings

Editing Channel Name

Time Out Timer (TOT) Setting

CTCSS/DCS Encoding Settings

CTCSS/DCS Decoding Settings

Encoding and Decoding Setup

Configuring CTCSS/DCS Encoding

Configuring CTCSS/DCS Decoding

Setting Color Codes

Setting Repeater Slots

Advanced Radio Configurations

Setting VOX Level

Selecting Tx Contacts

Managing Group Lists

Exporting and Importing Digital Contacts

Recording Features

Turning Recording On/Off

Checking and Playing Back Recordings

Specifications