Motorola Solutions 89FT3832 PORTABLE TWO-WAY VHF RADIO User Manual RDX Series Two Way Radio

Motorola Solutions, Inc. PORTABLE TWO-WAY VHF RADIO RDX Series Two Way Radio

USER MANUAL

MModels RMU2080 & RMV2080
CONTENTSEnglish 1CONTENTSContents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Batteries and Chargers Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Operational Safety Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . .8FCC Licensing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Interference Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Radio Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Parts of the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11On/Off/Volume Knob. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Channel Selector Knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Accessory Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Model Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12LED Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Side Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery . . . . . . . 12Battery Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14About the Li-Ion Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Battery Recycling and Disposal . . . . . . . 15Installing the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Removing the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Power Supply, Adaptor and Drop-in Tray Charger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Battery Life Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
CONTENTSEnglish 2Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Turning radio ON/OFF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Adjusting Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Selecting a Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Talking and Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Receiving a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Talk Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Radio LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Hands-Free Use/VOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33With Compatible VOX Accessories. . . . .33Setting VOX Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34Microphone Gain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34Battery Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34Reset to Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . .34End of Transmission Tone (Roger Beep Tone) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35Programming Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36Programming Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36Learning to Read the Values the Radio Signals You . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36Entering Programming Mode . . . . . . . . .39Reading Frequencies Values . . . . . . . . .39Reading CTCSS/DPL Values . . . . . . . . 40Reading Auto-Scan Values . . . . . . . . . . 41Programming Frequencies, Codes, Auto-Scan an Active Channels . . . . . . . 41Programming Mode FAQ. . . . . . . . . . . . 42Programming Values Example. . . . . . . . . . . 43Example of Programming a Frequency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Example of Programming a Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Example of Programming Auto-Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Other Programming Features . . . . . . . . . . . 46Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Editing Scan List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Nuisance Channel Delete . . . . . . . . . . . 47CPS (Computer Programming Software) . . . 48Time-Out Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Power Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Battery Type Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Call Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Scramble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Reverse Burst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
CONTENTSEnglish 3Cloning Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51Cloning with a Multi Unit Charger (MUC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51Cloning Radio using the Radio to Radio (R2R) Cloning Cable (Optional Accessory) . . . . . . . . . .53Cloning using the CPS (Computer Programming Software) . . . . . . . . . . . . .55Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Frequency and Code Charts . . . . . . . . . . .61RDX VHF Frequencies Chart . . . . . . . . . . . .61RDV2020 - VHF Default Frequencies Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63RDV5100 - VHF Default Frequencies Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64RDX UHF Frequencies Chart . . . . . . . . . . . .65RDU2020 - UHF Default Frequencies Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69RDU4100 - UHF Default Frequencies Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70CTCSS and PL/DPL Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Programming Customized Frequencies on 4W/5W RDX models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Motorola Limited Warranty for the United States and Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Audio Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Carry Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Power Supplies AC Pin Adaptors. . . . . . . . . 81Software Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Chargers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82RDX Series™ Features Summary . . . . . . 83Programmable Buttons Chart . . . . . . . . . 93Icons Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
SAFETYEnglish 4SAFETYPRODUCT SAFETY AND RFEXPOSURE COMPLIANCEATTENTION!This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. For a list of Motorola-approved antennas, batteries, and other accessories, visit the following website which lists approved accessories: www.motorolasolutions.com/RMseriesBefore using this product, read the operating instructions and RF energy awareness information contained in the Product Safety and RF Exposure booklet enclosed with your radio.!C a u t i o n
INTRODUCTIONEnglish 5INTRODUCTIONThank you for purchasing the Motorola® R. Series Radio. This radio is a product of Motorola's 80 plus years of experience as a world leader in the designing and manufacturing of communications equipment. The RDX Series™ radios provide cost-effective communications for businesses such as retail stores, restaurants, schools, construction sites, manufacturing, property and hotel management and more. Motorola Business two-way radios are the perfect communications solution for all of today's fast-paced industries. Note:. Read this user guide carefully to ensure you know how to properly operate the radio before useBusiness Radios, RPSD 1C15, Motorola8000 West Sunrise BoulevardPlantation, Florida 33322PACKAGE CONTENTS• Radio•Holster• Lithium-Ion Battery• Power Supply• User Guide• Warranty Card• Drop-in Tray Charger• Product Safety & RF Exposure Booklet
INTRODUCTIONEnglish 6For a copy of a large-print version of this user guide or for product-related questions, contact:1-800-448-6686 in the USA1-800-461-4575 in Canada1-866-522-5210 on your TTY (Text Telephone) For product information visit us at: www.motorolasolutions.com/RMseries
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATIONEnglish 7BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATIONThis document contains important safety and operating instructions. Read these instructions carefully and save them for future reference. Before using the battery charger, read all the instructions and cautionary markings on•The charger, •The battery, and •The radio using the battery1. To reduce risk of injury, charge only the rechargeable Motorola-authorized batteries. Other batteries may explode, causing personal injury and damage. 2. Use of accessories not recommended by Motorola may result in risk of fire, electric shock, or injury. 3. To reduce risk of damage to the electric plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger. 4. An extension cord should not be used unlessabsolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must beused, make sure that the cord size is 18AWG for lengths up to 6.5 feet (2.0 m), and 16AWG for lengths up to 9.8 feet (3.0 m). 5. To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, donot operate the charger if it has been broken or damaged in any way. Take it to a qualified Motorola service representative. 6. Do not disassemble the charger; it is not repairable and replacement parts are not available. Disassembly of the charger may result in risk of electrical shock or fire. 7. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the AC outlet before attemptingany maintenance or cleaning
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATIONEnglish 8OPERATIONAL SAFETY GUIDELINES • Turn the radio OFF when charging battery. • The charger is not suitable for outdoor use. Use only in dry locations/conditions. • Connect charger only to an appropriately fused and wired supply of the correct voltage (as specified on the product). • Disconnect charger from line voltage by removingmain plug. • The outlet to which this equipment is connected should be nearby and easily accessible. • Maximum ambient temperature around the power supply equipment must not exceed 40°C (104°F). • Make sure that the cord is located where it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or subjected towater, damage, or stress.
FCC LICENSING INFORMATIONEnglish 9FCC LICENSING INFORMATIONINTERFERENCE INFORMATIONThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.RM Series Business two-way radios operate on radio frequencies that are regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). To transmit on these frequencies, you are required to have a license issued by the FCC. Application is made available on FCC Form 601 and Schedules D, H, and Remittance Form 159.To obtain these FCC forms, request document 000601 which includes all forms and instructions. If you wish to have the document faxed, mailed or have questions, use the following contact information.Faxed contact the Fax-On- Demand system at:Mailed call the FCC forms hotline at: Questions regarding FCC license contact the FCC at:1-202-418-0177 1-800-418-FORM1-800-418-36761-888-CALL-FCC1-888-225-5322Or: http://www.fcc.gov
FCC LICENSING INFORMATIONEnglish 10Before filling out your application, you must decide which frequency(ies) you can operate on. See “Frequencies and Code Charts”. For questions on determining the radio frequency, call Motorola Product Services at: 1-800-448-6686Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola may void the user’s authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio and should not be made. To comply with FCC requirements, transmitter adjustments should be made only by or under the supervision of a person certified as technically qualified to perform transmitter maintenance and repairs in the private land mobile and fixed services as certified by an organization representative of the user of those services. Replacement of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by the FCC equipment authorization for this radio could violate FCC rules.Use of this radio outside the country where it was intended to be distributed is subject to government regulations and may be prohibited
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 11RADIO OVERVIEWPARTS OF THE RADIO
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 12On/Off/Volume KnobUsed to turn the radio ON or OFF and to adjust the radio’s volume.Channel Selector KnobUsed to switch the radio to different channels.Accessory ConnectorUsed to connect compatible audio accessories.Model LabelIndicates the model of the radio.MicrophoneSpeaks clearly into the microphone when sending a message.AntennaFor models RMU2080, and RMV2080 the antennas are non-removable. LED IndicatorUsed to give battery status, power-up status, radio call information and scan status.Side ButtonsPush-to-Talk (PTT) Button• Press and hold down this button to talk, release it to listen.Side Button 1 (SB1)• The Side Button 1 is a general button that can be configured by the Computer Programming Software - CPS. The default setting of SB1 is ‘Monitor’.Side Button 2 (SB2)• The Side Button 2 is a general button that can be configured by the CPS. The SB2 default setting is ‘Scan/Nuisance Channel Delete’.The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) BatteryRM Series will provide different types of batteries. For more information, see “Battery Features” on page 14.
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 13This User Guide covers multiple RM Series models, and may detail some features your radio does not have. The radio’s model is shown at the bottom of the radio.
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 14BATTERY FEATURESRM Series radios provide Lithium-Ion batteries that come in different capacities that will define the battery life. About the Li-Ion BatteryThe RM Series radio comes equipped with a rechargeable Li-Ion battery. This battery should be charged before initial use to ensure optimum capacity and performance. Battery life is determined by several factors. Among the more critical are the regular overcharge of batteries and the average depth of discharge with each cycle. Typically, the greater the overcharge and the deeper the average discharge, the fewer cycles a battery will last. For example, a battery which is overcharged and discharged 100% several times a day, lasts fewer cycles than a battery that receives less of an overcharge and is discharged to 50% per day. Further, a battery which receives minimal overcharging and averages only 25% discharge, lasts even longer.Motorola batteries are designed specifically to be used with a Motorola charger and vice versa. Charging in non-Motorola equipment may lead to battery damage and void the battery warranty. The battery should be at about 77°F (25°C) (room temperature), whenever possible. Charging a cold battery (below 50° F [10°C]) may result in leakage of electrolyte and ultimately in failure of the battery. Charging a hot battery (above 95°F [35°C]) results in reduced discharge capacity, affecting the performance of the radio. Motorola rapid-rate battery chargers contain a temperature-sensing circuit to ensure that batteries are charged within the temperature limits stated above.
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 15Battery Recycling and DisposalLi-Ion rechargeable batteries can be recycled. However, recycling facilities may not be available in all areas. Under various U.S. state laws and the laws of several other countries, batteries must be recycled and cannot be disposed of in landfills or incinerators. Contact your local waste management agency for specific requirements and information in your area. Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of Li-Ion batteries. In the U.S. and Canada, Motorola participates in the nationwide Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program for Li-Ion battery collection and recycling. Many retailers and dealers participate in this program. For the location of the drop-off facility closest to you, access RBRC's Internet web site at:www.rbrc.com or call: 1-800-8-BATTERYThis internet site and telephone number also provides other useful information concerning recycling options for consumers, businesses and governmental agencies.
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 16Installing the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery1. Turn OFF the radio.2. With the Motorola logo side up on the battery pack, fit the tabs at the bottom of the battery into the slots at the bottom of the radio’s body.3. Press the top part of the battery towards the radio until a click is heard.Note: To learn about the Li-Ion Battery Life features, refer to “About the Li-Ion Battery” on page 14Removing the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery1. Turn OFF the radio.2. Push down the battery latch and hold it depressed while removing the battery.3. Pull the battery away from the radio.
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 19Holster1. Slide the radio into the base of the holster and then press the radio against the back of the holster until the top clip is inserted in the top latch of the battery. 2. To remove, detach the top clip of the holster from the top latch of the battery and then slide the radio up from the holster. Power Supply, Adaptor and Drop-in Tray ChargerThe radio is equipped with one Drop-in Tray Charger and one Power Supply with Adaptor. For details, see “Chargers” on page 72.
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 20Battery Life InformationWhen the Battery Save feature is ON (enabled by default) the battery life will be longer. The following chart summarizes battery life estimations:Note: Battery life is estimated based on 5% transmit/ 5% receive/ 90% standby standard duty cycle
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 22Charging the BatteryThe RM series radios offers two types of chargers are available:• Standard Charger and,• Rapid Charger.Note: The radio comes equipped with a Standard ChargerTo charge the battery (with the radio attached), place it in a Motorola-approved Drop-in Tray Single Unit Charger or Drop-in Tray Multi Unit Charger.Note: When acquiring additional chargers or power supplies, make sure you have similar drop-in tray chargers and power supplies sets (all “rapid” or all “standard”). For part number details, refer to “Chargers” on page 72Charging with the Drop-in Tray Single Unit Charger (SUC)1. Place the drop-in tray charger on a flat surface.2. Insert the connector of the power supply into the port on the side of the drop-in tray charger.3. Plug the AC adaptor into a power outlet. 4. Insert the radio into the tray with the front of the radio facing the front of the charger, as shown. Note: When charging a battery attached to a radio, turn the radio OFF to ensure a full charge. See “Operational Safety Guidelines” on page 9 for more information
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 23To charge only the battery - at step 4, insert the battery into the tray, with the inside surface of the battery facing the front of the charger, as shown. Ensure the slots in the battery correctly engage in the charger
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 25Drop-in Tray Charger LED IndicatorsNote:• (*) Normally re-seating the battery pack will correct this issue. Standard Charger LED IndicatorStatus CommentsWaitingCharging Yellow FlashGreen FlashCharging Complete Steady green Battery Fault(*) Red fast flashThe charger has powered upThe charger is currently chargingBattery is fully chargedBattery had a fault when battery was insertedLED Indicator
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 27Estimated Charging TimeThe following table provides the estimated charging time of the battery. For further details, see “Battery” on page 80.
RADIO OVERVIEWEnglish 28Charging a Radio and Battery using a Multi Unit Charger- MUC (Optional Accessory)The Multi Unit Charger (MUC) allows drop-in charging of up to 6 radios or batteries. Batteries can be charged with the radios or removed and placed in the MUC separately. Each of the 6 charging pockets can hold a radio (with or without holster) or battery, but not both.1. Place the charger on a flat surface.2. Insert the power cord plug into the MUC’s jack.3. Plug the cord into an AC outlet.4. Turn the radio OFF.5. Insert the radio or battery into the charging pocket.Notes:•This Multi Unit Charger also allows you to clone up to 2 radios (2 Source radios and 2 Target radios). Refer to page 49 for details.• Further details on MUC’s operation are explained in the Instructions Sheet provided with the MUC. For part number details, refer to the Accessories section.
GETTING STARTEDEnglish 29GETTING STARTEDFor the following explanations, refer to “Parts of the Radio” on page 11.TURNING RADIO ON/OFF To turn ON the radio, rotate the On/Off/Volume Knob clockwise. The radio will chirp and announce the "Channel Number", also the LED Indicator will briefly blink red.To turn the radio OFF, rotate the On/Off/Volume Knob counterclockwise until you hear a ‘click’ and the radio LED Indicator turns OFF.ADJUSTING VOLUME Turn the On/Off/Volume Knob clockwise to increase the volume, or counterclockwise to decrease the volume.Note: Do not hold the radio too close to the ear when the volume is high or when adjusting the volumeSELECTING A CHANNEL To select a channel, rotate the Channel Selector Knob and select the desired channel number. Program each channel separately. Each channel has its own Frequency, Interference Eliminator Code and Scan Settings.TALKING AND MONITORING It is important to monitor for traffic before transmitting to avoid ‘talking over’ someone who is already transmittingTo monitor, long press and hold the SB1(*) button to access channel traffic. If no activity is present, you will hear ‘static’. To release, press SB1 again. Once channel traffic has cleared, proceed with your call by pressing the PTT button. When transmitting, the LED Indicator will blink red every 3 seconds.
GETTING STARTEDEnglish 30Notes:• To listen to all activity on a current channel, short press the SB1 to set the CTCSS/DPL code to 0. This feature is called ‘CTCSS/DPL Defeat (Squelch set to SILENT)’.• (*) This assumes SB1 is not being programmed for a different mode. RECEIVING A CALL1. Select a channel by rotating the Channel Selector Knob until you reach the desired channel.2. Make sure the PTT button is released and listen for voice activity.3. The LED Indicator blinks red while the radio is receiving a call.4. To respond, hold the radio vertically 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5cm) from mouth. Press the PTT button to talk; release it to listen.TALK RANGETALK RANGE ModelIndustrial Multi-LevelInside steel/concrete Industrial buildingsInside multi-level buildingsUHF 2W Up to 250,000 Sq. Ft. Up to 20 Floors VHF 2W Up to 220,000 Sq. Ft. Up to 13 Floors
GETTING STARTEDEnglish 31To establish a proper two-way communication, the channel, frequency, and interference eliminator codes must be the same on both radios. This depends on the stored profile that has been preprogrammed on the radio:1. Channel: Current channel that the radio isusing, depending on radio model.2. Frequency: The frequency the radio uses totransmit/receive.3. Interference Eliminator Code: These codes help minimize interference by providing a choice of code combinations.4. Scramble Code: Codes that make the transmissions sound garbled to anyone listening who is not set to that specific code.For details on how to set up frequencies and CTCSS/DPL codes in the channels, refer to “Programming Selection Mode” in page 36.
GETTING STARTEDEnglish 32RADIO LED INDICATORS
GETTING STARTEDEnglish 33HANDS-FREE USE/VOXMotorola RM Series radios can operate hands-free (VOX) when used with compatible VOX accessories. With Compatible VOX AccessoriesThe default factory setting for VOX sensitivity level is OFF (level ‘0’). Before using VOX, set VOX level to a level different from ‘0’ via the CPS. Then, perform the following steps:1. Turn the radio OFF.2. Open accessory cover.3. Insert the audio accessory’s plug firmly intoaccessory port.4. Turn radio ON. The LED Indicator will blink double red5. Lower radio volume BEFORE placing accessory near ear.6. To transmit, speak into accessory microphone and to receive, stop talking.7. VOX can be temporarily disabled by pressing the PTT button or by removing the audio accessory.Note: To order accessories, refer to: www.motorolasolutions.com,call 1 (800) 448-6686, or contact your Motorola point of purchaseVOX AccessoryAccessory Port/Connector
GETTING STARTEDEnglish 34Setting VOX SensitivityThe sensitivity of the radio's accessory or microphone can be adjusted to suit different operating environments. VOX sensitivity can be programmed via the CPS. Default value is OFF (level 0). If you want to use the VOX feature, VOX level should be set at a level different from 0.• 1 = Low sensitivity• 2 = Medium sensitivity• 3 = High sensitivityMicrophone GainThe sensitivity of the microphone can be adjusted to fit different users or operating environments.This feature can be adjusted only through the CPS. Microphone default setting is set to level 2 (medium gain).Battery Save Battery Save feature extends battery life as your radio goes into ‘Idle’ state. To enable/disable press SB1 and SB2 buttons simultaneously for 2 or 3 seconds while powering up the radio until you hear a quick series of beeps. To have a slightly better attack time, set Battery Save feature to OFF so that the radio is always ready to transmit or receive without any delays.Note: Battery Save feature is set to ON by defaultReset to Factory DefaultsReset to Factory Defaults will set back all radio features to the original factory default settings. To do so, press PTT, SB2 and SB1 simultaneously while turning ON the radio until you hear a high tone chirp.
GETTING STARTEDEnglish 35End of Transmission Tone (Roger Beep Tone)To enable/disable End of Transmission Tone, short press the SB1 button while turning ON the radio . Note: This setting is set to OFF by default
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 36PROGRAMMING FEATURESTo easily program all the features in your radio, it is recommended to use the CPS Programming Cable and CPS software.CPS software download is available for free at www.motorolasolutions.com/RMseriesPROGRAMMING MODEProgramming Mode is a special radio mode to program basic radio's features by using the radio’s panel.When the radio is set to Programming Mode, you are able to read and modify four features: •Select Frequencies from a Pre-Defined list•Codes (CTCSS/DPL) • Auto-Scan. The Programming Frequencies feature allows you to select frequencies for each channel. The Interference Eliminator Code (CTCSS/DPL) helps minimize interference by providing you with a choice of code combinations that filter out static, noise, and unwanted messages. The Auto-Scan feature allows you to set a particular channel to automatically enable Scan each time you switch to that channel.Learning to Read the Values the Radio Signals YouAs the non-display model does not have a display to show the values that are being programmed, the radio will communicate this information via voice announciation .•Active Channels
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PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 39Entering Programming ModeNote: Before programming the features, make sure your radio is set to the channel you wish to program. You can do so before entering Programming Mode or at any time during the Programming Mode by turning the Channel Selector Knob to the desired channel To read or modify Frequencies, Codes, Auto-Scan and active Channels, set the radio to 'Programming Mode' by long pressing both the PTT and the SB1 button simultaneously while turning ON the radio for 3 to 5 seconds until a ‘chirp’ sounds to indicate that you have entered 'Idle'Programming Mode (*).The LED Indicator will start blinking a green heartbeat.Note: (*)'Idle' Programming Mode is the stage of the Programming Mode in which the radio is waiting for the user to start the radio programming cycle (refer “Entering Programming Mode” on page 37)Once you are in the 'Idle' Programming Mode, you will be able to read the Frequencies, Codes and Auto-Scan setting by short pressing the PTT button to move along the different programmable features. Entering Frequencies ValuesRM Series radios have 89 frequencies for UHF.Once in ‘Idle’ Programming Mode, the first value available to chage is Channel number, you can go channel up or Channel down using SB1 and SB2, after modified you will hear a channel number confirmation. Pressing short PTT you can select other features to be confirmed or modified, again using SB1 and SB2 you can change values. The radio always via voice will signal the new value.
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 40Reading CTCSS/DPL ValuesIf you continue short pressing the PTT button the radio will move forward to programming CTCSS/PL Codes. When hearing the values for CTCSS/PL Codes you can enter a new code value using SB1 and SB2 buttons. RM Series have up to 122 codes available (refer to “Frequencies and Codes Charts” Section).
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 41Reading Auto-Scan ValuesAfter hearing the CTCSS/DPL codes, short press the PTT button and the radio will take you to Auto-Scan Auto-Scan only has two values: Note: While in Auto-Scan Mode, if you short press PTT button, the radio will jump to "Active Channels" feature, so you can modify the amount channels available using SB1 and SB2 buttons.Programming Frequencies, Codes, Auto-Scan and Active ChannelsEach time your radio announces the current setting you can change this setting by either increasing it by short pressing SB1 or decreasing it by short pressing SB2 . The radio will then announce the new setting it has been programmed. Saving SettingsIf you are satisfied with the setting, you can either:• short press PTT to continue programming,• long press PTT to save and return to 'Idle' Programming Mode, or• long press the PTT button twice to exit 'Idle' Programming Mode and return to the normal radio operation.Note:•If you do not wish to save the value you just programmed, turn radio OFF. If the radio signals the value...It means Auto-Scan is...0OFF1ON• Auto-Scan is set to OFF by default.
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 42•If you ‘roll-over’ to the beginning at Idle Programming Mode you will hear "Channel number" and the LED Indicator will start blinking green again. All values that were changed will be automatically saved.Programming Mode FAQ1. I got distracted while programming and forgot which feature I was programming. What should I do?Return to 'Idle' Programming Mode and start over, as you will not be able to return to the Programming Mode (the radio does not provide further way to let you know the specific stage you are at when programming). Therefore you can: • Long press the PTT button. The radio will return to the 'Idle' Programming Mode or,• Turn OFF the radio and enter Programming Mode again (see instructions in the beginning of this section)2. I am trying to program a frequency (or code) value but the radio would not do it. It rolled over and took me back to value ‘0’.The radio will not allow you to program any values that are not available in the frequencies and codes pool. For example, if you try to program code 128, the radio would not accept it, as the maximum value allowed is 122. Same thing will happen with frequencies. Check the Frequencies and Codes Charts section to make sure you are programming a valid number.3. I am trying to enter the Programming Mode but the radio would not do it.The radio might be locked using the CPS to not allow Front Panel Programming. To re-enable, use the CPS.
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 434. When I was programming I made a mistake and programmed the wrong value. How can I erase it or re-program it?If you make a mistake while programming a value you have two choices: • The radio roll-over each time it reaches a maximum value. Keep increasing (short press SB1) or decreasing (short pressing SB2) until you get the desired value or,•Turn OFF the radio and start-over.5. I just programmed the value I wanted. How do I exit Programming Mode?• If you are in Programming Mode you can exit by long pressing the PTT button twice. • If you are already in the ‘Idle’ Programming Mode, long press the PTT button once.6. I am done programming the features in this channel and want to program another channel.Press short PTT several times until you hear "Channel Number", then switch channel using SB1 and SB2. If you wish to save the changes, make sure you are in the ‘Idle’ Programming Mode before switching the channel as otherwise you will lose the changes made.PROGRAMMING VALUES EXAMPLEExample of Programming a Frequency Assuming current frequency value is set to Channel 1, with the UHF default frequency ‘02’ (equivalent to 464.5500 MHz), and you want to change it to Frequency Number = ‘13’ (which is mapped to 461.1375 MHz), follow this sequence:• Enter Programming Mode
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 44•Short press the PTT button to enter Frequency Mode. Radio will announce current value ‘2’ •Press the SB1 button eleven times to increase frequencies and you will be hearing ferquency "13"Long press the PTT button. LED Indicator will show a green heartbeat to indicate 'Idle' state.Long press the PTT button to exit Programming Mode or turn radio OFF.Example of Programming a Code Assuming current code value is set to factory default ‘001’, and you want to change it to CTCSS/DPL Code = 103 follow the sequence below:• Enter Programming Mode•Short press the PTT button twice and you will hear "Code Number" (Entering CTCSS/DPL Programming Selection Mode). •Press and hold SB1 or SB2 buttons, shall fast forward/rewind starting at the nearest 10's, when released the radio starts playing the first, second and third digit in full, keep pressing SB1/SB2 several times until you hear "103" Long press the PTT button. LED Indicator will show a green heartbeat to indicate 'Idle' state.Long press the PTT button to exit Programming Mode or turn radio OFF.••••
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 45•Example of Programming Auto-ScanAuto-Scan is the third Programming Mode and can be set to either ON or OFF on a particular channel. To set Auto-Scan to ON:•Enter Programming Mode and select the desired channel •Short press the PTT button three times to enter Auto-Scan Programming Selection Mode. The radio will announces "Auto-Scan" and current setting (Able or Disable) •Short press the SB1 or SB2 buttons to toggle Able/Disable the Auto-Scan feature in thechannel. Voice confirmation will indicate modified status.Example of Programming Active ChannelsActive Channels is the last Programming Mode and It allows to modify the amount of active channels in a Radio.To set Active Channels:Enter Programming Mode and select the desired channel Short press the PTT button Four times to enter Active Channels Programming Selection Mode. The radio will announces "Active Channels" and current value.Short press the SB1 or SB2 buttons until you hear the number of channels desired.••
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 46OTHER PROGRAMMING FEATURESScanScan allows you to monitor other channels to detect conversations. When the radio detects a transmission, it will stop scanning and will stop on the active channel. This will allow you to listen and talk to people on that channel without having to change the channel knob. If there is talking on Channel 2 during this time, the radio will stay on Channel 1 and you will not hear Channel 2. After talking has stopped in Channel 1, the radio waits for 5 seconds before resuming scan again.• To start scanning, press the SB2 button (*). When the radio detects channel activity, it will stops on that channel until the activity ends. You can talk to the person(s) transmitting without having to switch channels by pressing PTT.• To stop scanning, short press the SB2 button again.• By pressing the PTT button while the radio is scanning, the radio will transmit on the channel which was selected before Scan was activated. If no transmission occurs within five seconds, scanning will resume.• If you want to scan a channel without Interference Eliminator Codes (CTCSS/DPL), set the code settings for the channels to ‘0’ in the CTCSS/DPL Programming Selection Mode.Whenever the radio is set up in Scan, the LED Indicator will signal a red blink.Note: (*)Assumes the SB2 button is not programmed to other function different from the default. If Auto-Scan has been enabled for a particular channel, do not press SB2 to scan the channel, as the radio will do it automatically.
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 47Editing Scan ListScan Lists can be edited by using the CPS (refer to CPS section on page 48) Nuisance Channel DeleteNuisance Channel Delete allows you to temporarily remove channels from the Scan List. This feature is useful when irrelevant conversations on a ‘nuisance’ channel tie up the radio's scanning feature. To delete a channel from the Scan List:• Start Scan by short pressing the SB2 button (*)• Wait until the radio stops on the channel you wish to eliminate, then long press the SB2 button to delete it.• The channel will not be removed until you exit Scan by short pressing the SB2 button again or by turning the radio OFF.Note: (*) Assumes the SB2 button is not programmed to another function different from the default.
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 48CPS (COMPUTER PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE)The easiest way to program or change features in your radio is by using the Computer Programming Software (CPS) and the CPS Programming Cable(*). CPS Software is available for free as web based downloadable software at: www.motorolasolutions.com/RMseries To program, connect the RM Series radio via the Drop-in Charger Tray and CPS Programming Cable as shown in the picture above.CPS allows the user to program frequencies, PL/DPL codes, as well as other features such as: Bandwidth Select, Time-out Timer, Power Select, Scan List, Call Tones, Scramble, Reverse Burst, etc. CPS is a very useful tool as it can also lock the Front-Panel Radio Programming or restrict any specific radio feature to be changed (to avoid accidentally erasing the preset radio values). It also provides security by giving the option to set up a password for profile radio's management. Please refer to Features Summary Chart Section at the end of the user guide for more details.Note: (*) CPS Programming Cable P/N HKKN4027A is an accessory sold separately. Please contact your Motorola point of purchase for more information.
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 49Time-Out TimerWhen pressing the PTT button, transmissions can be terminated by setting up a 'time-out’ timer. Power SelectPower Select allows you to select between high and low transmission power per frequency in each channel. The power levels for RM Series 2W toggle between 1W and 2W.Note: Some frequencies may have FCC transmit power restrictions that do not allow them to be set at a higher power level. For details see the Frequencies and Code Chart Section.Call TonesCall Tones feature allows you to transmit to other radios in your group by alerting them that you are about to talk or alerting them without speaking.Scramble The Scramble feature makes transmissions sound garbled to anyone listening without the same code. Scramble default value is OFF.Reverse BurstReverse Burst eliminates unwanted noise (squelch tail) during loss of carrier detection. You can select values of either 180/240.Notes:• The features described in previous pages are just some of the features CPS has. CPS offers more capabilities. For more information refer to the HELP file in the CPS. • Some of the features available with the CPS software may vary depending on the radio model.
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 50Weather Channel
Weather Channel (Cont.)
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 51CLONING RADIOSYou can clone RM Series radio profiles from one Source radio to a Target radio by using any one of these 3 methods:•Using a Multi Unit Charger (optional accessory),• Two Single Unit Chargers (SUC) and a Radio-to-Radio cloning cable (optional accessory), • the CPS (free software download)Cloning with a Multi Unit Charger (MUC)To clone radios using the MUC, there must be at least two radios:• a Source radio (radio which profiles will be cloned or copied from) and• a Target radio (the radio which profile will be cloned from the source radio.) The Source radio has to be in Pocket 1 or 4 while the Target radio has to be in Pocket 2 or 5, matching in the MUCs pockets by pairs as follows: • 1 and 2 or, •4 and 5When cloning, the MUC does not need to be plugged into a power source, but ALL radios require charged batteries. 1. Turn ON the Target radio and place it into one of the MUC Target Pockets2. Power the Source radio following the sequence below:• Long press the PTT button and SB2 simultaneously while turning the radio ON.
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 52• Wait for 3 seconds before releasing the buttons until a distinctive audible tone is heard.3. Place the Source radio in the source pocket that pairs with the target pocket you chose in step 1. Press and release SB1.4. After cloning is completed, the Source radio will announce either ‘pass’ (cloning was successful) or ‘fail’ (cloning process has failed). If the Source radio is a display model, it will either show ‘Pass’or ‘Fail’ on the display (a tone will be heard within 5 seconds).5. Once you have completed the cloning process,turn the radios OFF and ON to exit the ‘cloning’ mode.•If cloning fails please refer to “What To Do ifCloning Fails” on page 52.Further details on how to clone radios are explained in the Instructions Sheet provided with the MUC. When ordering the MUC, please refer to P/N PMLN6384A.Notes:•Paired Target radios and Source radios must be of the same band type in order for the cloning to run successfully. •(*) MUC pockets numbers should be read fromleft to right with the Motorola logo facing front.
CPS and Cloning Cables (Optionals)•CPS CableBoth CPS and Cloning cables are made to work either with RM Series radios or RDX series. Cloning cable also can work with a mix of RDX and RM radios.CPS cable is made to program RM series radio and you have to make sure the switch is in "Flash" position. If you want to use the CPS cable to program an RDX radio, make sure the switch is in "CPS" position and attach a USB convertor provided as part of the CPS cable kit.•Cloning cable allows you to clone:- RM Series, make sure the switch is in "Cloning" position.- RDX radios, make sure the switch is in "Legacy" position one USB convertor in each side.- RM and RDX radios, make sure the switch is in "Legacy" position and use a USB convertor to connect the RDX SUC.Cloning cable kit provides 1 USB convertor.•Cloning CableMicro-to-Mini USB Convertor
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 53Cloning Radio using the Radio to Radio (R2R) Cloning Cable (Optional Accessory)Operating Instructions1. Before beginning the cloning process, make sure you have:• A fully charged battery on each one of the radios.•Two Single Unit Chargers (SUC).Either 2 SUC for RM Series or 1 SUC for RM Series and 1 SUC for RDX Series•Turned OFF the radios and,2. Unplug any cables (power supply or USB cables) from the SUCs.3. Plug one side of the cloning cable mini connector to one SUC. Plug the other end to the second SUC.Note: During the cloning process no power is being applied to the SUC. The batteries will not be charged. A data communication is being established between the two radios.4. Turn ON the Target radio and place it into one of the SUCs.5. On the Source radio, power the radio following the sequence below:• Long press the PTT button and SB2 simultaneously while turning the radio ON.• Wait for 3 seconds before releasing the buttons until you hear a distinctive audible tone and the word "Cloning"6. Place the Source radio in its SUC, press and release SB1.
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 547. After cloning is completed, the Source radio will announce either ‘pass’ (cloning was successful) or ‘fail’ (cloning process has failed). If the Source radio is a display model, itwill either show ‘Pass’ or ‘Fail’ on the display (a tone will be heard within 5 seconds).8. Once you have completed the cloning process, turn the radios OFF and ON to exit ‘clone’ mode. What To Do if Cloning FailsThe radio will emit "Fail" indicating that the cloning process has failed. In the event that cloning fails, try performing each of the following before trying to start the cloning process again:1. Ensure that the batteries on both radios are fully charged.2. Check the cloning cable connection on bothSUCs.3. Ensure that the battery is engaged properly on to the radio.4. Ensure that there is no debris in the charging tray or on the radio contacts.5. Ensure that the Source radio is in cloning mode.6. Ensure that the Target radio is turned ON.7. Ensure that radios are both from the same frequency band, same region and same transmission power.Note: This cloning cable is designed to operate only with compatible Motorola SUC RLN6175 and PMLN6394AWhen ordering Cloning Cable please refer to P/N HKKN4028A. For details about accessories refer to Accessories section.
PROGRAMMING FEATURESEnglish 55Cloning using the CPS (Computer Programming Software)When cloning using this method, you will need to have the CPS software, a Drop-in Tray Charger and the CPS Programming Cable. To order the CPS Programming Cable, please refer to HKKN4028AInformation on how to clone using the CPS is available either in: • the CPS Help File --> Content and Index --> Cloning Radios, or •in the CPS Programming Cable Accessory Leaflet.
TROUBLESHOOTINGEnglish 56TROUBLESHOOTINGSymptom No PowerTry This... Recharge or replace the Li-Ion battery. Extreme operating temperatures may affect battery life. Refer to See “About the Li-Ion Battery” on page 14.Hearing other noises or conversation on a channelConfirm Interference Eliminator Code is set. Frequency or Interference Eliminator Code may be in use. Change settings: either change frequencies or codes on all radios. Make sure radio is at the right frequency and code when transmitting. Refer to “Talking and Monitoring” on page 27Message Scrambled Scramble Code might be ON, and/or setting does not match the other radios' settings. Audio quality not good enough Radio settings might not be matching up correctly. Double check frequencies, codes and bandwidths to make sure they are identical in all radios
TROUBLESHOOTINGEnglish 57Limited talk rangeTry This...Steel and/or concrete structures, heavy foliage, buildings or vehicles decrease range. Check for clear line of sight to improve transmission. Wearing radio close to body such as in a pocket or on a belt decreases range. Change location of radio. To increase range and coverage, you can reduce obstructions, increase power. UHF radios provides greater coverage in industrial and commercial buildings. Increasing power provides greater signal range and increased penetration through obstructions.Refer to See “Talking and Monitoring” on page 27.Message not transmitted or receivedMake sure the PTT button is completely pressed when transmitting. Confirm that the radios have the same Channel, Frequency, Interference Eliminator Code and Scramble Code settings. Refer to “Talking and Monitoring” section on page 27 for further information. Recharge, replace and/or reposition batteries. Refer to “About your Li-Ion Battery” section on page 14.Obstructions and operating indoors, or in vehicles, may interfere. Change location. Refer to “Talking and Monitoring” Section on page 27.Verify that the radio is not in Scan. Refer to “Scan” on page 44 and “Nuisance Channel Delete” on page 45.Symptom
TROUBLESHOOTINGEnglish 58Heavy static or interferenceRadios are too close; they must be at least five feet apart. Radios are too far apart or obstacles are interfering with transmission. Refer to “Talking and Monitoring” on page 27.Low batteriesRecharge or replace Li-Ion battery. Extreme operating temperatures affect battery life. Refer to “About the Li-Ion Battery” on page 14.Drop-in Charger LED light does not blinkCheck that the radio/battery is properly inserted and check the battery/charger contacts to ensure that they are clean and charging pin is inserted correctly. Refer to “Charging the Battery” section on page 21, “Drop-in Tray Charger LED Indicators” section on page 24 and “Installing the Lithium-Ion Battery” section on page 16.Low battery indicator is blinking although new batteries are insertedRefer to “Installing the Li-Ion Battery” section on page 16 and “About your Li-Ion Battery” section on page 14.Symptom Try This...
TROUBLESHOOTINGEnglish 59Cannot activate VOXTry This...VOX feature might be set to OFF. Use the CPS to ensure that the VOX Sensitivity level is not set to ‘0’. Accessory not working or not compatible. Refer to “Hands-Free Use/VOX” section on page 31. Battery does not charge although it has been placed in the drop-in charger for a whileCheck drop-in tray charger is properly connected and correspond to a compatible power supply. Ensure that you have the drop-in tray charger adjustable piece placed on the right position. Refer to “Charging with the Drop-In Tray Single Unit Charger” section on page 21 and “Charging a Standalone Battery” section on page 22. Check the charger’s LEDs indicators to see if the battery has a problem. Refer to “Drop-in Tray Charger LED Indicators” section on page 24.Note: Whenever a feature in the radio seems to not correspond to the default or preprogrammed values, check to see if the radio has been programmed using the CPS with a customized profile.Symptom
USE AND CAREEnglish 60Use a soft damp clothto clean the exteriorDo not immersein waterDo not use alcohol orcleaning solutionsTurn radio OFF andremove batteriesDry with soft cloth Do not use radio untilcompletely dryIf the radio is submerged in water...USE AND CARE
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 61FREQUENCY AND CODE CHARTS RM VHF FREQUENCIES CHARTThe charts in this section provide Frequency and Code information. These charts are useful when using Motorola RM Series two-way radios with other business radios. In blue default frequencies
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 62RM VHF Frequencies (cont.)PLEASE NOTICE THAT THE FACTORY DEFAULT CONFIGURATION OF THE RM SERIES RADIOS HAVE BEEN MODIFIED TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE 2013 FCC NARROWBAND MANDATE. THIS MANDATE REQUIRES RADIO OPERATORS TO SWITCH THE CONFIGURATION OF THEIR EQUIPMENT TO 12.5 KHZ CHANNEL BANDWIDTH BY JANUARY 1ST, 2013. THE RM SERIES RADIO CHANNEL BANDWIDTH DEFAULT HAS BEEN SET AT 12.5 KHZ.IF THIS NEW RADIO IS AN ADDITION OR REPLACEMENT TO AN EXISTING GROUP OF RADIOS WITH 25 KHz SETTING (LEGACY FACTORY CONFIGURATION), ACTION MAY BE REQUIRED ON YOUR PART IN ORDER TO OPTIMIZE OPERATION OF YOUR FLEET AND BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH FCC RULES.TO CHANGE THE CHANNEL BANDWITH OF YOUR OLDER RDX RADIO FROM 25 KHZ TO 12.5 KHZ YOU MAY USE THE CUSTOMER PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE AVAILABLE FOR FREE DOWNLOAD AT HYPERLINK "http://www.motorola.com/RDX" WWW.MOTOROLASOLUTIONS.COM/RDX (PROGRAMMING CABLE REQUIRED) OR YOU CAN FOLLOW DIRECTIONS IN THE USER GUIDE UNDER ‘PROGRAMMING FEATURES’ .IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR NEED FURTHER ASSISTANCE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER CARE TEAM AT +800-448-6686.FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS ON THE NARROWBAND MANDATE PLEASE VISIT WWW.MOTOROLASOLUTIONS.COM/NARROWBANDING
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 63RMV2080 - VHF DEFAULT FREQUENCIES CHART
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 65RM UHF FREQUENCIES CHARTRM UHF Frequencies Frequency # Frequency(MHz) Bandwidth Frequency # Frequency(MHz) Bandwidth1 464.5000 12.5 kHz 14 461.1625 12.5 kHz2464.5500 12.5 kHz 15 461.1875 12.5 kHz*3 467.7625 12.5 kHz 16 461.2125 12.5 kHz*4 467.8125 12.5 kHz 17 461.2375 12.5 kHz*5 467.8500 12.5 kHz 18 461.2625 12.5 kHz*6 467.8750 12.5 kHz 19 461.2875 12.5 kHz*7 467.9000 12.5 kHz 20 461.3125 12.5 kHz*8 467.9250 12.5 kHz 21 461.3375 12.5 kHz9 461.0375 12.5 kHz 22 461.3625 12.5 kHz10 461.0625 12.5 kHz *23 462.7625 12.5 kHz11 461.0875 12.5 kHz *24 462.7875 12.5 kHz12 461.1125 12.5 kHz *25 462.8125 12.5 kHz13 461.1375 12.5 kHz *26 462.8375 12.5 kHz
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 66*27 462.8625 12.5 kHz 38 466.1375 12.5 kHz*28 462.8875 12.5 kHz 39 466.1625 12.5 kHz*29 462.9125 12.5 kHz 40 466.1875 12.5 kHz30 464.4875 12.5 kHz 41 466.2125 12.5 kHz31 464.5125 12.5 kHz 42 466.2375 12.5 kHz32 464.5375 12.5 kHz 43 466.2625 12.5 kHz33 464.5625 12.5 kHz 44 466.2875 12.5 kHz34 466.0375 12.5 kHz 45 466.3125 12.5 kHz35 466.0625 12.5 kHz 46 466.3375 12.5 kHz36 466.0875 12.5 kHz 47 466.3625 12.5 kHz37 466.1125 12.5 kHz *48 467.7875 12.5 kHzRDX UHF Frequencies (Continued)Frequency # Frequency(MHz) Bandwidth Frequency # Frequency(MHz) Bandwidth
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 67*49 467.8375 12.5 kHz 61 467.1875 12.5 kHz*50 467.8625 12.5 kHz 62 467.4625 12.5 kHz*51 467.8875 12.5 kHz 63 467.4875 12.5 kHz*52 467.9125 12.5 kHz 64 467.5125 12.5 kHz53 469.4875 12.5 kHz 65 451.1875 12.5 kHz54 469.5125 12.5 kHz 66 451.2375 12.5 kHz55 469.5375 12.5 kHz 67 451.2875 12.5 kHz56 469.5625 12.5 kHz 68 451.3375 12.5 kHz57 462.1875 12.5 kHz 69 451.4375 12.5 kHz58 462.4625 12.5 kHz 70 451.5375 12.5 kHz59 462.4875 12.5 kHz 71 451.6375 12.5 kHz60 462.5125 12.5 kHz 72 452.3125 12.5 kHzRM UHF Frequencies (Continued)Frequency # Frequency(MHz) Bandwidth Frequency # Frequency(MHz) Bandwidth
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 68RM UHF Frequencies (cont.)Frequency # Frequency(MHz) Bandwidth Frequency # Frequency(MHz) Bandwidth73 452.5375 12.5 kHz 82 456.4375 12.5 kHz74 452.4125 12.5 kHz 83 456.5375 12.5 kHz75 452.5125 12.5 kHz 84 456.6375 12.5 kHz76 452.7625 12.5 kHz 85 457.3125 12.5 kHz77 452.8625 12.5 kHz 86 457.4125 12.5 kHz78 456.1875 12.5 kHz 87 457.5125 12.5 kHz79 456.2375 12.5 kHz 88 457.7625 12.5 kHz80 456.2875 12.5 kHz 89 457.8625 12.5 kHz81 456.3375 12.5 kHzNotes:•(*) Frequency limited to 2W maximum power output•When referring to XTN radios, note that frequencies from # 57 to # 89 are 33 new additional frequenciesNation Wide Frequencies
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 69RMU2080 - UHF DEFAULT FREQUENCIES CHART
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 71CTCSS AND PL/DPL CODESCTCSS CodesCTCSS Hz CTCSS Hz CTCSS Hz1 67.0 14 107.2 27 167.9271.9 15 110.9 28 173.83 74.4 16 114.8 29 179.9477.0 17 118.8 30 186.25 79.7 18 123 31 192.8682.5 19 127.3 32 203.57 85.4 20 131.8 33 210.7888.5 21 136.5 34 218.19 91.5 22 141.3 35 225.710 94.8 23 146.2 36 233.611 97.4 24 151.4 37 241.812 100.0 25 156.7 38 250.313 103.5 26 162.2 122 (*) 69.3Note: (*) New CTCSS code.
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 72PL/DPL Codes DPL Code DPL Code DPL Code39 23 55 116 71 24340 25 56 125 72 24441 26 57 131 73 24542 31 58 132 74 25143 32 59 134 75 26144 43 60 143 76 26345 47 61 152 77 26546 51 62 155 78 27147 54 63 156 79 30648 65 64 162 80 31149 71 65 165 81 31550 72 66 172 82 33151 73 67 174 83 34352 74 68 205 84 34653 114 69 223 85 35154 115 70 226 86 364
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 7387 365 104 565 121 75488 371 105 606 123 64589 411 106 612 124 Customized PL90 412 107 624 125 Customized PL91 413 108 627 126 Customized PL92 423 109 631 127 Customized PL93 431 110 632 128 Customized PL94 432 111 654 129 Customized PL95 445 112 662 130 Inverted DPL 3996 464 113 664 131 Inverted DPL 4097 465 114 703 132 Inverted DPL 4198 466 115 712 133 Inverted DPL 4299 503 116 723 134 Inverted DPL 43100 506 117 731 135 Inverted DPL 44101 516 118 732 136 Inverted DPL 45102 532 119 734 137 Inverted DPL 46103 546 120 743 138 Inverted DPL 47PL/DPL Codes (Continued)DPL Code DPL Code DPL Code
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 74139 Inverted DPL 48 156 Inverted DPL 65 173 Inverted DPL 82140 Inverted DPL 49 157 Inverted DPL 66 174 Inverted DPL 83141 Inverted DPL 50 158 Inverted DPL 67 175 Inverted DPL 84142 Inverted DPL 51 159 Inverted DPL 68 176 Inverted DPL 85143 Inverted DPL 52 160 Inverted DPL 69 177 Inverted DPL 86144 Inverted DPL 53 161 Inverted DPL 70 178 Inverted DPL 87145 Inverted DPL 54 162 Inverted DPL 71 179 Inverted DPL 88146 Inverted DPL 55 163 Inverted DPL 72 180 Inverted DPL 89147 Inverted DPL 56 164 Inverted DPL 73 181 Inverted DPL 90148 Inverted DPL 57 165 Inverted DPL 74 182 Inverted DPL 91149 Inverted DPL 58 166 Inverted DPL 75 183 Inverted DPL 92150 Inverted DPL 59 167 Inverted DPL 76 184 Inverted DPL 93151 Inverted DPL 60 168 Inverted DPL 77 185 Inverted DPL 94152 Inverted DPL 61 169 Inverted DPL 78 186 Inverted DPL 95153 Inverted DPL 62 170 Inverted DPL 79 187 Inverted DPL 96154 Inverted DPL 63 171 Inverted DPL 80 188 Inverted DPL 97155 Inverted DPL 64 172 Inverted DPL 81 189 Inverted DPL 98PL/DPL Codes (Continued)DPL Code DPL Code DPL Code
FREQUENCY AND CODE English 75PROGRAMMING CUSTOMIZED FREQUENCIES ON 2W RM MODELS2W Models can be programmed to have customized frequencies (different from the ones shown in the VHF and UHF charts in previous pages). VHF range is 146 -174 MHz and UHF 438 - 470 MHz. 2W models can also be programmed to work with repeaters.Please contact your Motorola point of purchase for details.190 Inverted DPL 99 200 Inverted DPL 109 210 Inverted DPL 119191 Inverted DPL 100 201 Inverted DPL 110 211 Inverted DPL 120192 Inverted DPL 101 202 Inverted DPL 111 212 Inverted DPL 121193 Inverted DPL 102 203 Inverted DPL 112 213 Inverted DPL 123194 Inverted DPL 103 204 Inverted DPL 113 214 Customized DPL195 Inverted DPL 104 205 Inverted DPL 114 215 Customized DPL196 Inverted DPL 105 206 Inverted DPL 115 216 Customized DPL197 Inverted DPL 106 207 Inverted DPL 116 217 Customized DPL198 Inverted DPL 107 208 Inverted DPL 117 218 Customized DPL199 Inverted DPL 108 209 Inverted DPL 118 219 Customized DPLPL/DPL Codes (Continued)DPL Code DPL Code DPL Code
WARRANTYEnglish 76MOTOROLA LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATES AND CANADAWhat Does this Warranty Cover?Subject to the exclusions contained below, Motorola, Inc. warrants its telephones, pagers, and consumer and business two-way radios (excluding commercial, government or industrial radios) that operate via Family Radio Service or General Mobile Radio Service, Motorola-branded or certified accessories sold for use with these Products (“Accessories”) and Motorola software contained on CD-ROMs or other tangible media and sold for use with these Products (“Software”) to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer usage for the period(s) outlined below. This limited warranty is a consumer's exclusive remedy, and applies as follows to new Motorola Products, Accessories and Software purchased by consumers in the United States, which are accompanied by this written warranty.Products and Accessories Products Covered Length of CoverageProducts and Accessories as defined above, unless otherwise provided for below.One (1) year from the date of purchase by the first consumer purchaser of the product unless otherwise provided for below.Decorative Accessories and Cases.Decorative covers, bezels, PhoneWrap™ covers and cases.Limited lifetime warranty for the lifetime of ownership by the first consumer purchaser of the product.Business Two-way Radio AccessoriesOne (1) year from the date of purchase by the first consumer purchaser of the product.Products and Accessories that are Repaired or Replaced.The balance of the original warranty or for ninety (90) days from the date returned to the consumer, whichever is longer.
WARRANTYEnglish 77ExclusionsNormal Wear and Tear. Periodic maintenance, repair and replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear are excluded from coverage.Batteries. Only batteries whose fully charged capacity falls below 80% of their rated capacity and batteries that leak are covered by this limited warranty.Abuse & Misuse. Defects or damage that result from: (a) improper operation, storage, misuse or abuse, accident or neglect, such as physical damage (cracks, scratches, etc.) to the surface of the product resulting from misuse; (b) contact with liquid, water, rain, extreme humidity or heavy perspiration, sand, dirt or the like, extreme heat, or food; (c) use of the Products or Accessories for commercial purposes or subjecting the Product or Accessory to abnormal usage or conditions; or (d) other acts which are not the fault of Motorola, are excluded from coverage. Use of Non-Motorola Products and Accessories. Defects or damage that result from the use of Non-Motorola branded or certified Products, Accessories, Software or other peripheral equipment are excluded from coverage.Unauthorized Service or Modification. Defects or damages resulting from service, testing, adjustment, installation, maintenance, alteration, or modification in any way by someone other than Motorola, or its authorized service centers, are excluded from coverage.Altered Products. Products or Accessories with (a) serial numbers or date tags that have been removed, altered or obliterated; (b) broken seals or that show evidence of tampering; (c) mismatched board serial numbers; or (d) nonconforming or non-Motorola housings, or parts, are excluded form coverage.
WARRANTYEnglish 78Communication Services. Defects, damages, or the failure of Products, Accessories or Software due to any communication service or signal you may subscribe to or use with the Products Accessories or Software is excluded from coverage.Software ExclusionsSoftware Embodied in Physical Media. No warranty is made that the software will meet your requirements or will work in combination with any hardware or software applications provided by third parties, that the operation of the software products will be uninterrupted or error free, or that all defects in the software products will be corrected.Software NOT Embodied in Physical Media. Software that is not embodied in physical media (e.g. software that is downloaded from the internet), is provided “as is” and without warranty.WHO IS COVERED?This warranty extends only to the first consumer purchaser, and is not transferable.HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE OR OTHER INFORMATION?Contact your Motorola point of purchase.SOFTWARE COPYRIGHT NOTICEThe Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola and third party software stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Motorola and third party software providers certain exclusive rights for copyrighted software, such as the exclusive rights to distribute or reproduce the copyrighted software. Accordingly, any copyrighted software contained in the Motorola products may not be modified, reverse-engineered, distributed, or reproduced in any manner to the extent allowed by law.Products Covered Length of CoverageSoftware. Applies only to physical defects in the media that embodies the copy of the software (e.g. CD-ROM, or floppy disk).Ninety (90) days from the date of purchase.
WARRANTYEnglish 79Furthermore, the purchase of the Motorola products shall not be deemed to grant either directly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license under the copyrights, patents, or patent applications of Motorola or any third party software provider, except for the normal, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use that arises by operation of law in the sale of a product.PATENT NOTICEThis product is covered by one or more of the following United States patents.5896277 5894292 5864752 5699006 5742484 D408396 D399821 D387758 D389158 5894592 5893027 5789098 5734975 5861850 D395882 D383745 D389827 D389139 5929825 5926514 5953640 6071640 D413022 D416252 D416893 D433001EXPORT LAW ASSURANCESThis product is controlled under the export regulations of the United States of America. The Governments of the United States of America may restrict the exportation or re-exportation of this product to certain destinations. For further information contact the U.S. Department of Commerce.
ACCESSORIESEnglish 80ACCESSORIESAUDIO ACCESSORIES BATTERYPart No. Description53815 Headset w/Boom Mic BRHMN9026 Remote Speaker Mic BRHKLN4477 Surveillance Earpiece BR53865 Headset w/Swivel Boom Mic53866 Earbud w/Clip PTT Mic BR56517 Earpiece w/Inline MicRLN6423 Swivel Earpiece BRPart No. Description
ACCESSORIESEnglish 81CARRY ACCESSORIESSOFTWARE APPLICATIONSCABLESCHARGERSDescriptionPart No. DescriptionRVN5147 Computer Programming Software (CPS) Part No. DescriptionHKKN4028A Radio to Radio Cloning Cable HKKN4027A CPS Programming Cable Part No. DescriptionPMLN6384A Multi Unit Charger (MUC) Kit - North America PMLN6394A Standard Drop-in Tray ChargerHKLN4510A Swivel Holster
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84Call Tones (4) Yes No Ye s Ye s OFF / BUTTON AFront panel radio programming available only for Display Models by going into Programming Mode(1). Values available are 0 (OFF),1, 2 and 3. To enable/disable Call Tones press Button A (default button).Channel Aliasing Yes N/A Ye s N/A OFFOnly Display Models. To enter or exit Channel Aliasing mode press PTT and buttons simultaneously while turning radio ON for 3 sec. After editing, to exit and save, long press PTT. Note: To edit, refer to Programming Features/Editing Channels.Channels Yes Yes Yes Yes Model DependantYou can select channels using the Channel Selector Knob (non-display models) or the MENU button (display models). You can also add or delete channels by using the CPS. Note: Enabling/disabling channels via CPS will automatically affect the Max Channels you are able to program via front panel.FeaturesProgrammable Via RADIO PANELProgrammable via CPSDefault Value Programming TipsDisplay Non-Display Display Non-Display
85Cloning Mode Yes Ye s Yes Yes EnableEnables radio to enter cloning mode in order to clone its profile settings into other radios (using Radio to Radio Cloning Cable or Multi-Unit Charger). Press PTT, SB2 while turning radio ON. Note: You can clone radios using the CPS.CPS Manager Lock No No Yes Ye s N/AThis feature is referred in the CPS software as “Codeplug Password”. It prevents unauthorized access to the CPS to the radio’s programmed configuration. Make sure you set up a 4 digits password that is easy to remember.End of Tx Tone (or Roger Beep) (2)Yes Ye s Yes Yes OFFTo enable/disable press SB1 while powering up the radioFrequencies Yes Yes Yes Yes Channel and Model DependantThere are 27 VHF frequencies and 89 UHF frequencies available. Use Programming Mode (1) for front panel radio programming. Refer to Frequencies and Codes Charts Section for details.FeaturesProgrammable Via RADIO PANELProgrammable via CPSDefault Value Programming TipsDisplay Non-Display Display Non-Display
86Frequencies, Direct Input (3)No No Yes YesAny value within radio frequency bandAllows you to customize frequencies in your radio. Available only for certain 4W/5W radio models. Bandwidth Range N/A N/A N/A N/A Model DependantRadios Bandwidth is fixed and non-programmable. Bandwidth Range for 2W radios: VHF 150.8 - 162 Mhz / UHF 450-470 Mhz Codes, Interference Eliminator Codes (CTCSS/DPL)Yes Yes Ye s Yes Channel and Model DependantUse Programming Mode for front panel radio programming. There are 122 codes available.For details refer to Frequencies and Codes Charts Section.IVOX, enable/disable Yes N/A Yes Yes OFFHands free without accessories. To enable IVOX long press the PTT button while turning radio ON and until the IVOX icon blinks on Display model.FeaturesProgrammable Via RADIO PANELProgrammable via CPSDefault Value Programming TipsDisplay Non-Display Display Non-Display
87IVOX, sensitivity LevelYes N/A Yes N/A H I G H (Level 3)Available for Display models only. Allows user to specify IVOX sensitivity level. For front panel radio programming use the MENU button.Keypad Beep ( or Keypad Tone) (2)Yes Ye s Yes Yes ONPress SB2 while turning ON radio to enable/disable keypad beep. Keypad Lock (2) Yes N/A Yes N/A UNLOCKED Press and hold MENU for 4 seconds to lock the radio keypad.To unlock, press MENU for 4 seconds. LEDs Enabled/Disabled No No Yes Yes Enabled Using CPS you can disable radio LEDsLow Battery Alert - ShutdownN/A N/A N/A N/A ONGives a sequence of loud and high beep tones to alert battery level is low. LED will blink orange several times. This a non-programmable feature.FeaturesProgrammable Via RADIO PANELProgrammable via CPSDefault Value Programming TipsDisplay Non-Display Display Non-Display
88Maximum Channels (2) Yes Yes Ye s Ye sModel and CPS programmable dependantFront panel radio programming: Set radio to Programming Mode(1) to get the Maximum Channels Menu option. Note: Default value is set to the maximum number of channels that the radio supports.Microphone Gain Level, ACCESSORYYes No Ye s Ye s Me di um (Level 2)For front panel programming enter Programming Mode (1).Microphone Gain Level, RADIOYes No Ye s Ye s Me di um (Level 2)For front panel programming enter Programming Mode (1).Monitor (4) Yes Ye s Ye s Yes SB1 ButtonLong Press SB1 to monitor and press SB1 again to release. Note: PL/DPL defeat feature should be disabled in order to monitor.FeaturesProgrammable Via RADIO PANELProgrammable via CPSDefault Value Programming TipsDisplay Non-Display Display Non-Display
89Nuisance Ch Delete (4) Yes Yes Yes Yes SB2 ButtonPress SB2 to start scanning and wait until the radio lands on the channel you want to delete. Long press SB2 to delete the channel. Note: The nuisance deleted channel will be restored into the scan list when the radio is turned OFF or you exit SCAN.PL Defeat Yes Yes Yes Yes SB1 ButtonAlso known as ‘Squelch defeat’. Short Press SB1 to enable PL/DPL defeat so you can listen or monitor any activity in the channel without noise. Press SB1 again to disable PL/DPL defeat.Power Select (4) Yes Yes Yes YesHigh Power (Model dependant)Use CPS to program an SBx button to be used for selecting the transmission power level you want for each channel. Note: There may be power restrictions depending on the frequency chosen in each channel. FeaturesProgrammable Via RADIO PANELProgrammable via CPSDefault Value Programming TipsDisplay Non-Display Display Non-Display
90Power up Text No N/A Yes N/A MOTOROLAText that shows up in the radio display when turned ON. Default text is MOTOROLA. Programmable via CPS.Repeater/Talkaround (3) No No Yes Yes OFF Programming an SBx button is needed to use this feature. Reset to Factory Defaults (2)Yes Ye s Ye s Yes EnabledAllows to restore radio's factory defaults. Press PTT, SB1, SB2 simultaneously for 3 seconds while turning ON radio. Reverse Burst No No Yes Yes 180Reverse Burst eliminates unwanted noise (squelch tail) during loss of carrier detection. Use CPS to select values 180 or 240.FeaturesProgrammable Via RADIO PANELProgrammable via CPSDefault Value Programming TipsDisplay Non-Display Display Non-Display
91Scan Yes Ye s N/A N/A SB2 Button Short press SB2 to enable/disable scan. Multiple (16) Scan ListsYes No Ye s Ye s ON - All ChannelsUse CPS for editing Scan Lists (adding/removing channels to be scanned). For display models only: you can add/delete channels in the scan lists using front panel by going into Programming Mode(1). Scan, Auto Scan No Yes No Ye s OFFFeature available only for Non Display Models. For front programming using front panel radio enter Programming Mode(1)Scramble (4) Yes No Yes Yes O F F (level 0)Display models: you can program scramble using front panel by going into Programming Mode(1). Non-display model you need to program an SBx.Time-Out Timer No No Yes Ye s 60 secondsUse CPS to program to program how long the PTT can be pressed before the transmission is automatically terminated. Values are 60, 120 and 180 seconds. (Pressing again PTT will start the transmission again).FeaturesProgrammable Via RADIO PANELProgrammable via CPSDefault Value Programming TipsDisplay Non-Display Display Non-Display
92VOX Sensitivity LevelYes No Ye s Ye s O F F (level 0)Front panel radio programming available in display models by pressing PTT or MENU buttons and scrolling down/up with and buttons to set value. Long press PTT to save.VOX, enable/disable Yes Yes Ye s Yes OFFAllows to use ‘hands-free’ mode connecting microphone accessories. To enable connect external accessory and power up radio.Note: The VOX sensitivity level default value is set to OFF in the CPS settings. Before using this feature, check VOX sensitivity level.(1) To enter Programming Mode, press and hold both PTT and SB1 simultaneously for 3-5 seconds while turning radio ON (LED will start to blink green). Short press PTT to get to the different programming options. (2) Using CPS you can prevent this feature to be programmed via front panel radio.(3) Contact your Motorola Point of purchase for enabling this feature and/or for radio models details.(4) For Non-Display Models, feature can be enabled for front panel programming by assigning feature to SB1 or SB2. For Display models: Feature can be enabled to any of the programmable buttons rather than the default ones. For more details refer to Programming Buttons Chart or CPS Menus.FeaturesProgrammable Via RADIO PANELProgrammable via CPSDefault Value Programming TipsDisplay Non-Display Display Non-Display
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93Programmable Buttons Chart Notes:•Buttons come pre-programmed to default functions. Using CPS you can assign one of the features shown in the chart, so the button can toggle values using radio front panel • (*) Display models only.
94Icons ChartIcon Symbol CommentsBattery Level Displayed during normal radio mode operation, displays battery life remainingChannel Displayed during normal radio operation and when programming channel featuresCode Displayed during normal radio operation and when programming codes featuresFrequency Displayed during normal radio operation and when programming frequency featuresKeypad lock Displayed whenever the Keypad lock feature is enabled (keypad is locked)Program Displayed whenever the radio is set up to Programming Mode.Scan Displayed whenever the radio is set to SCAN mode.Scramble Displayed whenever scramble is enabled.GL
95Power Select Displayed whenever the channel is transmitting or set to a high-power selection Signal Strength RSSI Display Icon numbers of bars will indicate the strength of the received signal. Vox/IVox Displayed when IVOX/VOX enabled or when programming MIC / MIC gain features. Icon Symbol Comments
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