Speech Radio and BOS Regulations

• This document is a set of questions which covers material for learning speech radio

BOS (Authorities and Organizations with Security Tasks)

• The following all belong to the authorities/organizations with security tasks: Police, volunteer fire department, federal customs administration.
• Do not include professional fire departments, telecommunications, federal police, THW, foresters, military police, or aid organizations

FwDV/DV 800/810 Application

• These regulations apply to the non-public mobile radio service of authorities and organizations with security tasks (BOS).

Participants in Radio Communication

• All participants are subject to the obligation of confidentiality and the obligation to comply with existing regulations.

Telecommunications Security Measures

• Intended to prevent unauthorized access to information/participation in radio communication, communication disruptions and allows info to reach right people

Definition of BOS

• BOS means authorities and organisations performing safety tasks.

Unauthorized Disclosure of Telephone Secrets

• This is punishable by imprisonment or a fine; not permitted.

Current Service Regulations for LuK Operations

• FwDV/DV 800/810

Regulation of Telecommunications Sovereignty

• It is regulated by Article 73 of the Basic Law (GG).

Violation of the Obligation of Secrecy

• A violation leads to imprisonment or a fine.

Organizations Responsible for Digital Radio Network

• BDBOS (Federal Agency for Digital Radio for the BOS) is is responsible for the operation on a federal level

Antenna Alignment on Vehicle Roof

• Must be aligned vertically.

Transmission Power of HRT in DMO

• Up to maximum 1.8 watts.

Transmission Power of MRT in DMO

• Up to maximum 3 watts.

Normal Transmission Power of HRT in TMO

• 1 watt.

Normal Transmission Power of MRT in TMO

• 8 watts.

Operation of HRT Without External Antenna

• Not allowed while driving.

Antenna Requirement for MRT

• MRT needs an antenna connected to the roof to avoid radiation inside the vehicle and improve reception.

Task of Call Group March Channel

• Meant for communication within groups.

Expectation of Poor Transmission Conditions

• Expect poor conditions in underground garages, behind obstacles, and near metal fences or high-voltage power lines.

Factors Affecting Range of Radio Communication

• Factors include terrain, type/location/position of antenna, and transmission/receiver power.

Another Set of Factors Affecting Range

• Topography, antenna characteristics, transmission power, and frequency.

Properties Influenced by Frequency

• Wavelength, propagation speed, and range.

Increased Antenna Locations

• It leads to greater radio coverage

Interference of Electromagnetic Waves

• The emission of electromagnetic waves is heavily disturbed inside steel structures or tunnels.

Menu Setting “TMO” Meaning

• The device is in network mode (Trunked Mode Operation).

Correct Statement About ISSI

• Individual Short Subscriber Identity. Each device has one ISSI.

Single Communication in "Network Mode"

• A point-to-point connection between two participants.

Digital Radio Network in BOS Operation

• Differentiates between network mode (TMO) and network-independent mode (DMO).

Correct Statement on TMO and DMO Modes

• The mode "network-independent operation" (DMO) allows two or more participants to communicate directly, without accessing the network infrastructure itself.

Radio Center of a Radio Communication Area

• The control center (Leitstelle)

Task of Tetra Base Station (TBS)

• An essential component of a radio cell.

Contact with the Control Center

• Contact is made in TMO (network mode).

Triggering an Emergency Call in Digital Radio

• By pressing the "red" button on the device or radio

Switching Quickly from DMO to TMO

• By pressing the hash (#) key.

Meaning of the Term “ISSI”

• Like a phone number

Achieving Eavesdropping Security in Digital Radio

• Through end-to-end encryption.

Meaning of Abbreviation UHD

• Ultra High Definition

Meaning of Abbreviation TTB

• Tactical - Technical Operations Center

Meaning of Abbreviation TETRA

• Terrestrial Trunked Radio

Meaning of Abbreviation DMO

• Direct Mode Operation

Meaning of Abbreviation TMO

• Trunked Mode Operation

Meaning of Abbreviation GPS

• Global Positioning System

Meaning of Abbreviation SDS

• Short Data Service

Meaning of Abbreviation ISSI

• Individual Short Subscriber Identity

Meaning of Abbreviation TEI

• TETRA Equipment Identity

Correct Statement Regarding the Use of a Repeater

• Increases the range. Only one repeater per DMO call group may be enabled locally.

Ideal Location for Repeater

• Between two DMO devices that have no direct connection.

What Happens When Two Repeaters Are Active

• Devices use one (randomly) or communication isn't guaranteed.

Who Decides If a Repeater Is to Be Used?

• The mission leader.

Recognizing an Active Repeater

• By a symbol in the display.

Meaning of Symbol in Display (Repeater Operation)

• The device is switched as a repeater..

What Does This Symbol in the Display Mean

• The device is receiving a repeater

Task of a Gateway

• A gateway enables group calls between a DMO call group and a TMO call group.

Function that Couples TMO and DMO Call Group

• Gateway

Who Determines Whether a Gateway Should Be Used?

• The operations management after approval by the control center.

Dependence of the Range of an HRT

• How device is worn

Dependence of the Range of an MRT/FRT

• Attachment point of the antenna on the object.

Transmission with an Emergency Call in TMO

• GPS-Position and ISSI.

What is a Status?

• Status Reports are standardized messages. It reduces the amount of radio traffic.

Meaning of Status “1"

• Not ready for action, not in servicw

Meaning of Status “2"

• Ready watch

Meaning of Status “3"

• request to speak

Meaning of Status “4"

• Prioritized Speech Request

Meaning of Status “5"

• At the location

What Does the Group Regulate Requirements for the Network (GAN)?

• Sets the minimum standard for radio coverage.

How Many Call Groups Are There in DMO With an F?

What Does It Mean If There Is No Star Behind the DMO Call Group?

• May not be used in the radio astronomy protection zone

Who is Allowed to Switch to Group Leader

• 307_F* can be used in the protection zone for radio astronomy and is not restricted from use.

How Many Call Groups With F in DMO Can Be Used Without Restriction?

Is the March Channel a TMO or DMO Call Group?

• Both DMO and TMO.

Which Folder Contains the March Channel?

• DM0 307-614

What Does a Star Mean Behind the DMO Call Group?

• Is there any one that may be used in the protection Zone

Who Can Be Reached Via the General Call Group?

• The corresponding control center and Leitstelle.

What Are TBZ Groups?

• Call Groups that are for team work

What Does the Term “OPТА?” Mean?

• Operativ Taktische Adresse (Funkrufname), Operative Tactical Address (Radio call sign).

What Is Meant By the Term “OРТА"?

The OPTA also comes from the spoken over radio.

Speech Radio Messages Precedence

Sprechfunknachrichten are divided into Eilnachrichten and Einfachnachrichten (Prioritized and Simple).

Traffic Management

The key is to be direct, but say as much as needed.

Examples for Traffic

• Always say as little as possible in a traffic emergency.

Beginning a Call

• Do not say Moin Moin.

Beginning Answer

• Hear Florian and come.

The radio call is discontinued

• Always is ended with ENDE.

Questions Begin with?

• The word question itself

The Sprechfunker Opens with?

• Always begin with an answer

What Is Proper Protocol?

• Always be sure and ready to correct mistakes.

Proper Verbixage

• Dora-Ulrich-Paula-Ludwig-Emil-Xantippe

What Is Correct Protocol

• Status 4 = am Einsatzort eingetroffen

A DMO Can?

• Is very good for the environment to do.

An MRT Gerät

• Is a very portable device to use.

Call Set Up?

• Funkspruch: Leitstelle Niedersachsen von Florian Niedersachsen 8-43-1 kommen

Call

• Just the standard phrase not a short cut.

A Call Can?

• Use the correct conversation with a conversation.

I am Being?

• Melde mich später

How Does it Come?

• Always press the right keys with the voice note to use.

Contact With?

• TMO (Trunked Mode Operation)

Digital Comes About?

• When it's most useful

Position Is?

• Comes with just a good set up

Following?

• The right steps

The Card's Feature's?

• You can align it every which way really.