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CONTENTS Contents 1 Safety 4 Introduction 5 Package Contents 5 Batteries and Chargers Safety Information 7 Operational Safety Guidelines 8 FCC Licensing Information 9 Interference Information 9 Radio Overview 11 Parts of the Radio 11 On/Off/Volume Knob 12 Channel Selector Knob 12 Accessory Connector 12 Model Label 12 Microphone 12 Antenna 12 LED Indicator 12 Side Buttons ...
CONTENTS Contents 1 Safety 4 Introduction 5 Package Contents 5 Batteries and Chargers Safety Information 7 Operational Safety Guidelines 8 FCC Licensing Information 9 Interference Information 9 Radio Overview 11 Parts of the Radio 11 On/Off/Volume Knob 12 Channel Selector Knob 12 Accessory Connector 12 Model Label 12 Microphone 12 Antenna 12 LED Indicator 12 Side Buttons ...
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.../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... 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 Values 40 Reading Auto-Scan Values 41 Programming Frequencies...
.../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... 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 Values 40 Reading Auto-Scan Values 41 Programming Frequencies...
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...5W RDX models 75 Motorola Limited Warranty for the United States and Canada 76 Accessories 80 Antennas 80 Audio Accessories 80 Battery 80 Carry Accessories 81 Power Supplies AC Pin Adaptors 81 Software Applications 81 Cables 81 Chargers 81 Power Supplies 82 RDX Series...Icons Chart 93 3 English CONTENTS UHF Default Frequencies Chart 70 RDU4100 - VHF Default Frequencies Chart 65 RDX UHF Frequencies Chart 66 RDU2020 - 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 ...
...5W RDX models 75 Motorola Limited Warranty for the United States and Canada 76 Accessories 80 Antennas 80 Audio Accessories 80 Battery 80 Carry Accessories 81 Power Supplies AC Pin Adaptors 81 Software Applications 81 Cables 81 Chargers 81 Power Supplies 82 RDX Series...Icons Chart 93 3 English CONTENTS UHF Default Frequencies Chart 70 RDU4100 - VHF Default Frequencies Chart 65 RDX UHF Frequencies Chart 66 RDU2020 - 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 ...
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For a list of Motorola-approved antennas, batteries, and other accessories, visit the following website which lists approved accessories: http://www.motorola.com/RDX SAFETY English 4 ATTENTION! This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. C a u t i o n Before 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. SAFETY PRODUCT SAFETY AND RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE !
For a list of Motorola-approved antennas, batteries, and other accessories, visit the following website which lists approved accessories: http://www.motorola.com/RDX SAFETY English 4 ATTENTION! This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. C a u t i o n Before 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. SAFETY PRODUCT SAFETY AND RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE !
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... to ensure you for purchasing the Motorola® RDX Series™ Radio. Note: Read this user guide carefully to properly operate the radio before use Business Radios, RPSD 1C15, Motorola 8000 West Sunrise Boulevard Plantation, Florida 33322 PACKAGE CONTENTS • Radio • Antenna (only for all of communications equipment. Motorola Business two-way radios are the perfect communications solution...
... to ensure you for purchasing the Motorola® RDX Series™ Radio. Note: Read this user guide carefully to properly operate the radio before use Business Radios, RPSD 1C15, Motorola 8000 West Sunrise Boulevard Plantation, Florida 33322 PACKAGE CONTENTS • Radio • Antenna (only for all of communications equipment. Motorola Business two-way radios are the perfect communications solution...
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For a copy of a large-print version of this user guide or for product-related questions, contact: 1-800-448-6686 in the USA 1-800-461-4575 in Canada 1-866-522-5210 on your TTY (Text Telephone) For product information visit us at: www.motorola.com/radios/business or visit our microsite at: www.motorola.com/RDX INTRODUCTION English 6
For a copy of a large-print version of this user guide or for product-related questions, contact: 1-800-448-6686 in the USA 1-800-461-4575 in Canada 1-866-522-5210 on your TTY (Text Telephone) For product information visit us at: www.motorola.com/radios/business or visit our microsite at: www.motorola.com/RDX INTRODUCTION English 6
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... the battery charger, read all the instructions and cautionary markings on • the charger, • the battery, and • the radio using the battery 1. To reduce risk of damage to 6.5 feet (2.0 m), and 16AWG for future reference. Disassembly of fire, electric shock...extension cord could result in risk of fire and electric shock. Read these instructions carefully and save them for lengths up to a qualified Motorola service representative. 6. Do not disassemble the charger; Take it to 9.8 feet (3.0 m). 5. BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATION BATTERIES AND ...
... the battery charger, read all the instructions and cautionary markings on • the charger, • the battery, and • the radio using the battery 1. To reduce risk of damage to 6.5 feet (2.0 m), and 16AWG for future reference. Disassembly of fire, electric shock...extension cord could result in risk of fire and electric shock. Read these instructions carefully and save them for lengths up to a qualified Motorola service representative. 6. Do not disassemble the charger; Take it to 9.8 feet (3.0 m). 5. BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATION BATTERIES AND ...
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BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATION OPERATIONAL SAFETY GUIDELINES • Turn the radio OFF when charging battery. • The charger is located where it will not be nearby and easily accessible. • Maximum ambient temperature around the power ...
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATION OPERATIONAL SAFETY GUIDELINES • Turn the radio OFF when charging battery. • The charger is located where it will not be nearby and easily accessible. • Maximum ambient temperature around the power ...
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... the document faxed, mailed or have a license issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If you are regulated by the FCC. RDX Series™ Business two-way radios operate on radio frequencies that this device does not cause harmful interference. Operation is made available on these FCC forms, request document 000601 which includes...
... the document faxed, mailed or have a license issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If you are regulated by the FCC. RDX Series™ Business two-way radios operate on radio frequencies that this device does not cause harmful interference. Operation is made available on these FCC forms, request document 000601 which includes...
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...not be made only by or under the supervision of a person certified as technically qualified to operate 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 void ... organization representative of the user of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by the FCC equipment authorization for this radio and should be made . Replacement of those services. FCC LICENSING INFORMATION Before filling out your application, you must decide which frequency(...
...not be made only by or under the supervision of a person certified as technically qualified to operate 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 void ... organization representative of the user of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by the FCC equipment authorization for this radio and should be made . Replacement of those services. FCC LICENSING INFORMATION Before filling out your application, you must decide which frequency(...
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... listen. Microphone Speaks clearly into the microphone when sending a message. Antenna For models RDU2020, and RDV2020 the antennas are removable. For RDV5100, RDU4100 antennas are non-removable. RADIO OVERVIEW English 12 Side Buttons Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button • Press and hold down this button to ...the radio ON or OFF and to adjust the radio's volume. Side Button 1 (SB1) • The Side Button 1 is a general button that can be configured by the CPS. Model Label Indicates the model of SB1 is 'Scan/Nuisance Channel Delete'. The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery RDX Series...
... listen. Microphone Speaks clearly into the microphone when sending a message. Antenna For models RDU2020, and RDV2020 the antennas are removable. For RDV5100, RDU4100 antennas are non-removable. RADIO OVERVIEW English 12 Side Buttons Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button • Press and hold down this button to ...the radio ON or OFF and to adjust the radio's volume. Side Button 1 (SB1) • The Side Button 1 is a general button that can be configured by the CPS. Model Label Indicates the model of SB1 is 'Scan/Nuisance Channel Delete'. The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery RDX Series...
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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 This User Guide covers multiple RDX Series™ models, and may detail some features your radio does not have.
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...Ion batteries that come in non-Motorola equipment may result in leakage of electrolyte and ultimately in reduced discharge capacity, affecting the performance of an overcharge and is discharged to 50% per day. About the Li-Ion Battery The RDX Series™ radio comes equipped with each cycle.... Among the more critical are the regular overcharge of batteries and the average depth of the battery. Motorola batteries are charged within the temperature limits stated above 95°F...
...Ion batteries that come in non-Motorola equipment may result in leakage of electrolyte and ultimately in reduced discharge capacity, affecting the performance of an overcharge and is discharged to 50% per day. About the Li-Ion Battery The RDX Series™ radio comes equipped with each cycle.... Among the more critical are the regular overcharge of batteries and the average depth of the battery. Motorola batteries are charged within the temperature limits stated above 95°F...
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... and encourages the recycling of in your local waste management agency for Li-Ion battery collection and recycling. In the U.S. RADIO OVERVIEW 15 English Under various U.S. Contact your area. and Canada, Motorola participates in the nationwide Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program for specific requirements and information in landfills or incinerators. Many...
... and encourages the recycling of in your local waste management agency for Li-Ion battery collection and recycling. In the U.S. RADIO OVERVIEW 15 English Under various U.S. Contact your area. and Canada, Motorola participates in the nationwide Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program for specific requirements and information in landfills or incinerators. Many...
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With the Motorola logo side up on page 14 English 16 1. Push down the battery latch and hold it depressed while removing the battery. 3. Turn OFF the radio. 2. Pull the battery away from the radio. Press the top part of the radio's body. 3. Note: To learn about the Li-Ion Battery Life ...battery pack, fit the tabs at the bottom of the battery into the slots at the bottom of the battery towards the radio until a click is heard. Turn OFF the radio. 2. Installing the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery Battery Latch Removing the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery Battery Latch slots...
With the Motorola logo side up on page 14 English 16 1. Push down the battery latch and hold it depressed while removing the battery. 3. Turn OFF the radio. 2. Pull the battery away from the radio. Press the top part of the radio's body. 3. Note: To learn about the Li-Ion Battery Life ...battery pack, fit the tabs at the bottom of the battery into the slots at the bottom of the battery towards the radio until a click is heard. Turn OFF the radio. 2. Installing the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery Battery Latch Removing the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery Battery Latch slots...
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... the top of the battery, downwards. 3. Alkaline Battery Pack (Optional Accessory) Installing Alkaline Batteries Removing Alkaline Batteries RADIO OVERVIEW Alkaline Battery Door Alkaline Battery Door 1. Turn OFF the radio, if it is turned ON. 2. Slide the battery latches, on both sides of the battery away from the... radio's body, and lift the battery from alkaline battery pack. 5. Assemble alkaline battery pack in the ...
... the top of the battery, downwards. 3. Alkaline Battery Pack (Optional Accessory) Installing Alkaline Batteries Removing Alkaline Batteries RADIO OVERVIEW Alkaline Battery Door Alkaline Battery Door 1. Turn OFF the radio, if it is turned ON. 2. Slide the battery latches, on both sides of the battery away from the... radio's body, and lift the battery from alkaline battery pack. 5. Assemble alkaline battery pack in the ...
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Attaching and Removing Antenna These instructions apply ONLY to fasten it . Turn the antenna clockwise to models RDU4100 and RDV5100. Align the threaded end of these models. Turn the antenna counterclockwise until you can remove it . 1. English 18 Attaching the Antenna Removing the Antenna RADIO OVERVIEW 1. Do not attempt to remove the antenna if your radio is not one of the antenna with the radio's antenna connector. 2.
Attaching and Removing Antenna These instructions apply ONLY to fasten it . Turn the antenna clockwise to models RDU4100 and RDV5100. Align the threaded end of these models. Turn the antenna counterclockwise until you can remove it . 1. English 18 Attaching the Antenna Removing the Antenna RADIO OVERVIEW 1. Do not attempt to remove the antenna if your radio is not one of the antenna with the radio's antenna connector. 2.
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Power Supply Drop-in Tray Charger The radio is equipped with Adaptor. RADIO OVERVIEW 19 English Slide the spring action belt clip rails into place. 2. Installing Spring Action Belt Clip Belt Clip Tab Power Supply, Adaptor and Drop-...
Power Supply Drop-in Tray Charger The radio is equipped with Adaptor. RADIO OVERVIEW 19 English Slide the spring action belt clip rails into place. 2. Installing Spring Action Belt Clip Belt Clip Tab Power Supply, Adaptor and Drop-...
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Battery Life Information When the Battery Save feature is estimated based on 5% transmit/ 5% receive/ 90% standby standard duty cycle RADIO OVERVIEW English 20 The following chart summarizes battery life estimations: Li-Ion Battery Life with Battery Save feature ON Battery Type 5 Watts 4 Watts 2 Watts Standard 8.5 hours 8.5 hours 12 hours High 17 hours 17 hours 24 hours Ultra High 18.5 hours 18.5 hours 26 hours Note: Battery life is ON (enabled by default) the battery life will be longer.
Battery Life Information When the Battery Save feature is estimated based on 5% transmit/ 5% receive/ 90% standby standard duty cycle RADIO OVERVIEW English 20 The following chart summarizes battery life estimations: Li-Ion Battery Life with Battery Save feature ON Battery Type 5 Watts 4 Watts 2 Watts Standard 8.5 hours 8.5 hours 12 hours High 17 hours 17 hours 24 hours Ultra High 18.5 hours 18.5 hours 26 hours Note: Battery life is ON (enabled by default) the battery life will be longer.
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Alkaline Battery Life The following chart estimates the Alkaline battery life: Alkaline Battery Life Battery Save Feature 5 Watts 4 Watts 2 Watts ON 26 hours* 26 hours* 26 hours Notes: • Battery life are being estimated based on 5% transmit/ 5% receive/ 90% standby standard duty cycle. • * When using Alkaline battery, the radio is set to 2W by default RADIO OVERVIEW 21 English
Alkaline Battery Life The following chart estimates the Alkaline battery life: Alkaline Battery Life Battery Save Feature 5 Watts 4 Watts 2 Watts ON 26 hours* 26 hours* 26 hours Notes: • Battery life are being estimated based on 5% transmit/ 5% receive/ 90% standby standard duty cycle. • * When using Alkaline battery, the radio is set to 2W by default RADIO OVERVIEW 21 English