DTRS Fixed And Portable Flashcards
What can calls be directed via?
Train Describer Number (TDN)
What are Fixed train radios also allocated?
Motor Car Number (MCN)
What must be fully charged before each shift?
Portable DTRS and Work Mobile Phone
What does the Portable Cradle do?
Charges and Syncs the Fixed DTRS with the Portable DTRS
What is the Primary form of Communcation?
Fixed/Portable DTRS
What is the Secondary form of Communcation?
Work Mobile Phone
What happens if the TDN can’t be entered in the radio system?
Driver must contact the Train Controller and provide their Work Mobile Phone number
Drivers must only operate the DTRS when?
Safe to do so
Never use DTRS when?
Approaching STOP Signals, Baulks, Stationary Rail Vehicles and Stopping at a Platform
If the PA PTT is pressed you may be heard over the?
PA System
When the radio is powering up what will the screen display?
- Initialising
- Powering Up/Testing
- Testing
- Test Complete
Do both fixed and portable DTRS’s do tests?
Yes
When is the fixed DTRS connected to the network?
When METRO appears in the top left corner
What is the radio test number?
849 801
How long does fixed DTRS have power if the overhead loses power?
2 hours
After how long does a TDN entered into a Fixed/Portable DTRS automatically deregister?
4 hours
What does PTT stand for?
Push To Talk
What does LTR stand for on a Cab Fist Microphone?
Local Train Radio
When do Portable DTRS’s and Work Mobile Phones have to be carried and switched on?
At all times while on duty, unless rostered to travel in leading driving cab with another driver
What must be done if rostered to travel in leading driving cab with another driver?
Electronic devices must be switched off
When must Portable DTRS be placed in the cradle?
Prior to departure
Lost or stolen Portable DTRS must be reported to?
Duty Manager
What does number 1 do on Portable DTRS do?
Call Train Controller
What does number 3 do on Portable DTRS do?
Call Area Controller
What does number 9 do on Portable DTRS do?
Make a TEC call
Can the same TDN be activated at the same time?
No
How do you know if you are receiving a REC call?
A loud emergency tone is broadcast for 5 seconds
What should you do when connected P0 is displayed on a REC call?
Listen
What is the maximum continuous transmission time on a LTR call?
30 seconds
What happens if there is no transmission on a LTR call?
After 10 seconds it will revert back to DTRS
Can a Portable DTRS be answered while the train is in motion?
No, it must be answered when safe to do so
