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... 29 Turning radio ON/OFF 29 Adjusting Volume 29 Selecting a Channel 29 Talking and Monitoring 29 Receiving a Call 30 Talk Range 30 Radio LED Indicators 32 Hands-Free Use/VOX 33 With Compatible VOX Accessories. . . . .33 Setting VOX Sensitivity 34 Microphone Gain 34 Battery Save 34 Reset to Factory Defaults 34 End of Transmission Tone (Roger Beep Tone 35 Programming Features 36 Programming Mode 36 Learning to Read the Values the Radio Signals You 36 Entering Programming Mode 39 Reading Frequencies Values 39 English 2 Reading CTCSS/DPL...
... 29 Turning radio ON/OFF 29 Adjusting Volume 29 Selecting a Channel 29 Talking and Monitoring 29 Receiving a Call 30 Talk Range 30 Radio LED Indicators 32 Hands-Free Use/VOX 33 With Compatible VOX Accessories. . . . .33 Setting VOX Sensitivity 34 Microphone Gain 34 Battery Save 34 Reset to Factory Defaults 34 End of Transmission Tone (Roger Beep Tone 35 Programming Features 36 Programming Mode 36 Learning to Read the Values the Radio Signals You 36 Entering Programming Mode 39 Reading Frequencies Values 39 English 2 Reading CTCSS/DPL...
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... Carry Accessories 81 Power Supplies AC Pin Adaptors 81 Software Applications 81 Cables 81 Chargers 81 Power Supplies 82 RDX Series™ Features Summary 83 Programmable Buttons Chart 92 Icons Chart 93 3 English CONTENTS Quick Instructions 64 RDV5100 - VHF Default Frequencies Chart 63 Making XTN Compatible with a Multi Unit Charger (MUC 51 Cloning Radio using the Radio to Radio (R2R) Cloning Cable (Optional Accessory 53 Cloning using the CPS (Computer Programming Software 55 Troubleshooting 56 Use and Care 60 Frequency and Code Charts 61 RDX VHF Frequencies Chart 61...
... Carry Accessories 81 Power Supplies AC Pin Adaptors 81 Software Applications 81 Cables 81 Chargers 81 Power Supplies 82 RDX Series™ Features Summary 83 Programmable Buttons Chart 92 Icons Chart 93 3 English CONTENTS Quick Instructions 64 RDV5100 - VHF Default Frequencies Chart 63 Making XTN Compatible with a Multi Unit Charger (MUC 51 Cloning Radio using the Radio to Radio (R2R) Cloning Cable (Optional Accessory 53 Cloning using the CPS (Computer Programming Software 55 Troubleshooting 56 Use and Care 60 Frequency and Code Charts 61 RDX VHF Frequencies Chart 61...
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... 33322 PACKAGE CONTENTS • Radio • Antenna (only for RDU4100 and RDV5100) • Spring Action Belt-Clip • Lithium-Ion Battery • Power Supply • User Guide • Warranty Card • Drop-in the designing and manufacturing of communications equipment. INTRODUCTION Thank you know how to ensure you for purchasing the Motorola® RDX Series™ Radio. Motorola Business two-way radios are the perfect communications...
... 33322 PACKAGE CONTENTS • Radio • Antenna (only for RDU4100 and RDV5100) • Spring Action Belt-Clip • Lithium-Ion Battery • Power Supply • User Guide • Warranty Card • Drop-in the designing and manufacturing of communications equipment. INTRODUCTION Thank you know how to ensure you for purchasing the Motorola® RDX Series™ Radio. Motorola Business two-way radios are the perfect communications...
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... by the Computer Programming Software - Accessory Connector Used to listen. For more information, see "Battery Features" on page 14. Microphone Speaks clearly into the microphone when sending a message. Antenna For models RDU2020, and RDV2020 the antennas are removable. The default setting of SB1 is 'Scan/Nuisance Channel Delete'. The SB2 default setting is 'Monitor'. Model Label Indicates the model of batteries. LED Indicator Used to adjust the radio's volume. For RDV5100, RDU4100 antennas are non-removable. Side Button 1 (SB1) •...
... by the Computer Programming Software - Accessory Connector Used to listen. For more information, see "Battery Features" on page 14. Microphone Speaks clearly into the microphone when sending a message. Antenna For models RDU2020, and RDV2020 the antennas are removable. The default setting of SB1 is 'Scan/Nuisance Channel Delete'. The SB2 default setting is 'Monitor'. Model Label Indicates the model of batteries. LED Indicator Used to adjust the radio's volume. For RDV5100, RDU4100 antennas are non-removable. Side Button 1 (SB1) •...
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This User Guide covers multiple RDX Series™ models, and may detail some features your radio does not have. The radio's model is shown on the front of the radio, underneath the speaker, and provides you the following information: Model RDV2020 RDU2020 RDU4100 RDV5100 Frequency Band VHF UHF UHF VHF Transmit Power (Watts) 2 2 4 5 Number of Channels 2 2 10 10 Antenna Non-removable Non-removable removable removable RADIO OVERVIEW 13 English
This User Guide covers multiple RDX Series™ models, and may detail some features your radio does not have. The radio's model is shown on the front of the radio, underneath the speaker, and provides you the following information: Model RDV2020 RDU2020 RDU4100 RDV5100 Frequency Band VHF UHF UHF VHF Transmit Power (Watts) 2 2 4 5 Number of Channels 2 2 10 10 Antenna Non-removable Non-removable removable removable RADIO OVERVIEW 13 English
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... code combinations. 4. Frequency: The frequency the radio uses to "Programming Selection Mode" in page 36. 31 English This depends on the radio: 1. Scramble Code: Codes that make the transmissions sound garbled to that has been preprogrammed on the stored profile that specific code. 5. GETTING STARTED To establish a proper two-way communication, the channel, frequency, and interference eliminator codes must match other radios for optimum audio quality. Channel: Current channel that the radio is not set up frequencies...
... code combinations. 4. Frequency: The frequency the radio uses to "Programming Selection Mode" in page 36. 31 English This depends on the radio: 1. Scramble Code: Codes that make the transmissions sound garbled to that has been preprogrammed on the stored profile that specific code. 5. GETTING STARTED To establish a proper two-way communication, the channel, frequency, and interference eliminator codes must match other radios for optimum audio quality. Channel: Current channel that the radio is not set up frequencies...
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Turn the radio OFF. 2. Lower radio volume BEFORE placing accessory near ear. 6. With Compatible VOX Accessories The default factory setting for VOX sensitivity level is OFF (level '0'). Open accessory cover. 3. The LED Indicator will blink double red 5. VOX can operate hands-free (VOX) when used with compatible VOX accessories. Then, perform the following steps: 1. Note: To order accessories, refer to receive, stop talking. 7. Insert the audio accessory's plug firmly into accessory microphone and to : www.motorola.com/radios/professional, call 1 (800) 448-6686, or ...
Turn the radio OFF. 2. Lower radio volume BEFORE placing accessory near ear. 6. With Compatible VOX Accessories The default factory setting for VOX sensitivity level is OFF (level '0'). Open accessory cover. 3. The LED Indicator will blink double red 5. VOX can operate hands-free (VOX) when used with compatible VOX accessories. Then, perform the following steps: 1. Note: To order accessories, refer to receive, stop talking. 7. Insert the audio accessory's plug firmly into accessory microphone and to : www.motorola.com/radios/professional, call 1 (800) 448-6686, or ...
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... different operating environments. This feature can be programmed via the CPS. To have a slightly better attack time, set back all radio features to the original factory default settings. Microphone default setting is OFF (level 0). 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. VOX sensitivity can be adjusted only through the CPS. Battery Save Battery Save feature extends battery life as your radio goes...
... different operating environments. This feature can be programmed via the CPS. To have a slightly better attack time, set back all radio features to the original factory default settings. Microphone default setting is OFF (level 0). 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. VOX sensitivity can be adjusted only through the CPS. Battery Save Battery Save feature extends battery life as your radio goes...
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...Interference Eliminator Code (CTCSS/ DPL) helps minimize interference by using beeps and LED indications. The Auto-Scan feature allows you to set to Programming Mode, you with a choice of code combinations that channel. The Programming Frequencies feature allows you to select frequencies for free at www.motorola.com/RDX PROGRAMMING MODE Programming Mode is signaling you switch to that filter out static, noise, and unwanted messages. CPS software download is available for each time you . PROGRAMMING FEATURES PROGRAMMING FEATURES To easily program all the features in your radio...
...Interference Eliminator Code (CTCSS/ DPL) helps minimize interference by using beeps and LED indications. The Auto-Scan feature allows you to set to Programming Mode, you with a choice of code combinations that channel. The Programming Frequencies feature allows you to select frequencies for free at www.motorola.com/RDX PROGRAMMING MODE Programming Mode is signaling you switch to that filter out static, noise, and unwanted messages. CPS software download is available for each time you . PROGRAMMING FEATURES PROGRAMMING FEATURES To easily program all the features in your radio...
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... programmable features. Reading Frequencies Values When reading frequencies values you need to read or modify Frequencies, Codes and Auto-Scan, set to the channel you have 27 frequencies for VHF and 89 frequencies for UHF. You can do so before entering Programming Mode or at any time during the 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...
... programmable features. Reading Frequencies Values When reading frequencies values you need to read or modify Frequencies, Codes and Auto-Scan, set to the channel you have 27 frequencies for VHF and 89 frequencies for UHF. You can do so before entering Programming Mode or at any time during the 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...
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...; Auto-Scan is set to the normal radio operation. It will then generate a 'roll-over' chirp and it will start blinking a green heartbeat Programming Frequencies, Codes and Auto-Scan Each time your radio signals and beeps the current setting you can change channel using the channel knob. 41 English PROGRAMMING FEATURES Saving Settings If you are satisfied with the setting, you can either increasing it by either : • short press PTT to continue programming...
...; Auto-Scan is set to the normal radio operation. It will then generate a 'roll-over' chirp and it will start blinking a green heartbeat Programming Frequencies, Codes and Auto-Scan Each time your radio signals and beeps the current setting you can change channel using the channel knob. 41 English PROGRAMMING FEATURES Saving Settings If you are satisfied with the setting, you can either increasing it by either : • short press PTT to continue programming...
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... PTT button once. 6. I made . Switch to the new channel you can I wanted. When I was programming I am done programming the features in Programming Mode you wish to change it reaches a maximum (9) or minimum (0) value. How do I exit Programming Mode? • If you get the desired value or, • Turn OFF the radio and start-over (and generates a 'wraparound' sound) each time it to Frequency Number = '13' (which is set to Channel 1, with the UHF default frequency...
... PTT button once. 6. I made . Switch to the new channel you can I wanted. When I was programming I am done programming the features in Programming Mode you wish to change it reaches a maximum (9) or minimum (0) value. How do I exit Programming Mode? • If you get the desired value or, • Turn OFF the radio and start-over (and generates a 'wraparound' sound) each time it to Frequency Number = '13' (which is set to Channel 1, with the UHF default frequency...
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... CPS Programming Cable as : Bandwidth Select, Time-out Timer, Power Select, Battery Type Select, Scan List, Call Tones, Scramble, Reverse Burst, etc. It also provides security by using the Computer Programming Software (CPS) and the CPS Programming Cable(*). CPS Software is an accessory sold separately. Note: (*) CPS Programming Cable (P/N RKN4155) is available for profile radio's management. CPS allows the user to Features Summary Chart Section at : www.motorola.com/RDX To program, connect the RDX Series™ radio...
... CPS Programming Cable as : Bandwidth Select, Time-out Timer, Power Select, Battery Type Select, Scan List, Call Tones, Scramble, Reverse Burst, etc. It also provides security by using the Computer Programming Software (CPS) and the CPS Programming Cable(*). CPS Software is an accessory sold separately. Note: (*) CPS Programming Cable (P/N RKN4155) is available for profile radio's management. CPS allows the user to Features Summary Chart Section at : www.motorola.com/RDX To program, connect the RDX Series™ radio...
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.../5W depends on the specific frequency and channel. The power levels for RDX Series™ 2W toggle between high and low transmission power per frequency in your group by alerting them that do not allow them without speaking. 49 English PROGRAMMING FEATURES Bandwidth Select Default setting for Bandwidth Select depends on the model. Some frequencies have FCC transmit power restrictions that you are about to talk or alerting them to be...
.../5W depends on the specific frequency and channel. The power levels for RDX Series™ 2W toggle between high and low transmission power per frequency in your group by alerting them that do not allow them without speaking. 49 English PROGRAMMING FEATURES Bandwidth Select Default setting for Bandwidth Select depends on the model. Some frequencies have FCC transmit power restrictions that you are about to talk or alerting them to be...
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... (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 one Source radio to a Target radio by pairs as follows: • 1 and 2 or, • 3 and 4 or, • 5 and 6 (*). PROGRAMMING FEATURES CLONING RADIOS You can clone RDX Series™ radio profiles...
... (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 one Source radio to a Target radio by pairs as follows: • 1 and 2 or, • 3 and 4 or, • 5 and 6 (*). PROGRAMMING FEATURES CLONING RADIOS You can clone RDX Series™ radio profiles...
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...-Ion Battery" section on a belt decreases range. Refer to improve transmission. Obstructions and operating indoors, or in industrial and commercial buildings. Change location. TROUBLESHOOTING 57 English VHF is completely pressed when transmitting. Recharge, replace and/or reposition batteries. Verify that the radios have the same Channel, Frequency, Interference Eliminator Code and Scramble Code settings. Check for further information. Change location of sight to "Talking and Monitoring" section on page 47. Increasing power provides...
...-Ion Battery" section on a belt decreases range. Refer to improve transmission. Obstructions and operating indoors, or in industrial and commercial buildings. Change location. TROUBLESHOOTING 57 English VHF is completely pressed when transmitting. Recharge, replace and/or reposition batteries. Verify that the radios have the same Channel, Frequency, Interference Eliminator Code and Scramble Code settings. Check for further information. Change location of sight to "Talking and Monitoring" section on page 47. Increasing power provides...
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RDU2020 Frequency # Frequency (MHz) Code # Code Bandwidth 2 464.5500 1 67.0 Hz 25.0 kHz 8 467.9250 1 67.0 Hz 25.0 kHz Note: Compatible with XTN series radios FREQUENCY AND CODE English 70 UHF DEFAULT FREQUENCIES CHART Channel 1 2 RDX UHF 2CH Radios Default Frequencies - RDU2020 -
RDU2020 Frequency # Frequency (MHz) Code # Code Bandwidth 2 464.5500 1 67.0 Hz 25.0 kHz 8 467.9250 1 67.0 Hz 25.0 kHz Note: Compatible with XTN series radios FREQUENCY AND CODE English 70 UHF DEFAULT FREQUENCIES CHART Channel 1 2 RDX UHF 2CH Radios Default Frequencies - RDU2020 -
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If you need to make this radio compatible with AXU4100 radios series (AX series) 71 English RDU4100 Frequency # Frequency (MHz) Code # Code Bandwidth 1 464.5000 1 67.0 Hz 25.0 kHz 1 464.5000....9 Hz 25.0 kHz 2 464.5500 0 - 25.0 kHz Note: Compatible with XTN series, please re-program RDU4100 frequencies to match XTN UHF frequencies defaults. FREQUENCY AND CODE Channel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 RDX UHF 10 CH Radios Default Frequencies - RDU4100 - UHF DEFAULT FREQUENCIES CHART Default frequencies for the RDU4100 are fully compatible with the AXU4100 radios (AX Series).
If you need to make this radio compatible with AXU4100 radios series (AX series) 71 English RDU4100 Frequency # Frequency (MHz) Code # Code Bandwidth 1 464.5000 1 67.0 Hz 25.0 kHz 1 464.5000....9 Hz 25.0 kHz 2 464.5500 0 - 25.0 kHz Note: Compatible with XTN series, please re-program RDU4100 frequencies to match XTN UHF frequencies defaults. FREQUENCY AND CODE Channel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 RDX UHF 10 CH Radios Default Frequencies - RDU4100 - UHF DEFAULT FREQUENCIES CHART Default frequencies for the RDU4100 are fully compatible with the AXU4100 radios (AX Series).
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...Mode for 4W/ 5W radios: VHF: 146-174 Mhz / UHF 438-470 Mhz. Bandwidth Range for 2W radios: VHF 150.8 - 160 N/A N/A N/A N/A Model Dependant Mhz / UHF 450-470 Mhz Bandwidth Range for front panel radio Interference Channel and programming. Features Frequencies, Direct Input (3) Programmable Via RADIO PANEL Display NonDisplay No No Programmable via CPS Display NonDisplay Yes Yes Default Value Programming Tips Any value within radio frequency band Allows you to Frequencies and Codes Charts (CTCSS/DPL) Section. To enable IVOX long press the PTT button while turning...
...Mode for 4W/ 5W radios: VHF: 146-174 Mhz / UHF 438-470 Mhz. Bandwidth Range for 2W radios: VHF 150.8 - 160 N/A N/A N/A N/A Model Dependant Mhz / UHF 450-470 Mhz Bandwidth Range for front panel radio Interference Channel and programming. Features Frequencies, Direct Input (3) Programmable Via RADIO PANEL Display NonDisplay No No Programmable via CPS Display NonDisplay Yes Yes Default Value Programming Tips Any value within radio frequency band Allows you to Frequencies and Codes Charts (CTCSS/DPL) Section. To enable IVOX long press the PTT button while turning...
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Icons Chart Icon Battery Level Channel Code Frequency Keypad lock Program Scan Scramble 94 Symbol G L Comments Displayed during normal radio mode operation, displays battery life remaining Displayed during normal radio operation and when programming channel features Displayed during normal radio operation and when programming codes features Displayed during normal radio operation and when programming frequency features Displayed whenever the Keypad lock feature is enabled (keypad is locked) Displayed whenever the radio is set up to SCAN mode. Displayed whenever the radio is set to ...
Icons Chart Icon Battery Level Channel Code Frequency Keypad lock Program Scan Scramble 94 Symbol G L Comments Displayed during normal radio mode operation, displays battery life remaining Displayed during normal radio operation and when programming channel features Displayed during normal radio operation and when programming codes features Displayed during normal radio operation and when programming frequency features Displayed whenever the Keypad lock feature is enabled (keypad is locked) Displayed whenever the radio is set up to SCAN mode. Displayed whenever the radio is set to ...
