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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 Reset to Factory Defaults 34 End of Transmission ...
.../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 ...
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...Use and Care 60 Frequency and Code Charts 61 RDX VHF Frequencies Chart 61 RDV2020 - Quick Instructions 64 RDV5100 - UHF Default Frequencies Chart 70 RDU4100 - UHF Default Frequencies Chart 71 CTCSS and PL/DPL Codes 72 Programming Customized Frequencies on 4W/5W RDX models 75 Motorola... 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 VHF Default Frequencies Chart 65 RDX UHF Frequencies Chart 66 RDU2020 - Cloning with RDX Radios -
...Use and Care 60 Frequency and Code Charts 61 RDX VHF Frequencies Chart 61 RDV2020 - Quick Instructions 64 RDV5100 - UHF Default Frequencies Chart 70 RDU4100 - UHF Default Frequencies Chart 71 CTCSS and PL/DPL Codes 72 Programming Customized Frequencies on 4W/5W RDX models 75 Motorola... 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 VHF Default Frequencies Chart 65 RDX UHF Frequencies Chart 66 RDU2020 - Cloning with RDX Radios -
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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 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. ATTENTION! This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. 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 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. ATTENTION! This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. SAFETY PRODUCT SAFETY AND RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE !
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...Warranty Card • Drop-in the designing and manufacturing of communications equipment. Motorola Business two-way radios are the perfect communications solution for purchasing the Motorola® RDX Series™ Radio. Note: Read this user guide carefully to ensure you for all of ...today's fast-paced industries. INTRODUCTION Thank you know how 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 businesses such as a world leader in Tray...
...Warranty Card • Drop-in the designing and manufacturing of communications equipment. Motorola Business two-way radios are the perfect communications solution for purchasing the Motorola® RDX Series™ Radio. Note: Read this user guide carefully to ensure you for all of ...today's fast-paced industries. INTRODUCTION Thank you know how 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 businesses such as a world leader in Tray...
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... absolutely necessary. Take it is 18AWG for lengths up to a qualified Motorola service representative. 6. Before using the battery charger, read all the instructions and cautionary markings on • the charger, • the battery, and • the radio using the battery 1. it to 6.5 feet (2.0 m), and 16AWG for future reference. BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATION BATTERIES...
... absolutely necessary. Take it is 18AWG for lengths up to a qualified Motorola service representative. 6. Before using the battery charger, read all the instructions and cautionary markings on • the charger, • the battery, and • the radio using the battery 1. it to 6.5 feet (2.0 m), and 16AWG for future reference. BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATION BATTERIES...
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Use only in dry locations/conditions. • Connect charger only to an appropriately fused and wired supply of the correct voltage (as specified on , tripped over, ... supply equipment must not exceed 40°C (104°F). • Make sure that the cord is not suitable for outdoor use. BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATION OPERATIONAL SAFETY GUIDELINES • Turn the radio OFF when charging battery. • The charger is located where it will not be stepped on the product). •...
Use only in dry locations/conditions. • Connect charger only to an appropriately fused and wired supply of the correct voltage (as specified on , tripped over, ... supply equipment must not exceed 40°C (104°F). • Make sure that the cord is not suitable for outdoor use. BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATION OPERATIONAL SAFETY GUIDELINES • Turn the radio OFF when charging battery. • The charger is located where it will not be stepped on the product). •...
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...INFORMATION INTERFERENCE INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. To obtain these frequencies, you wish to have questions, use the following contact information. Demand system at: 1-202-418-0177 Mailed call the FCC forms hotline at: Questions regarding FCC license ...-FCC 1-888-225-5322 Or: http://www.fcc.gov 9 English Operation is made available on radio frequencies that this device does not cause harmful interference. RDX Series™ Business two-way radios operate on FCC Form 601 and Schedules D, H, and Remittance Form 159. Application is subject to...
...INFORMATION INTERFERENCE INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. To obtain these frequencies, you wish to have questions, use the following contact information. Demand system at: 1-202-418-0177 Mailed call the FCC forms hotline at: Questions regarding FCC license ...-FCC 1-888-225-5322 Or: http://www.fcc.gov 9 English Operation is made available on radio frequencies that this device does not cause harmful interference. RDX Series™ Business two-way radios operate on FCC Form 601 and Schedules D, H, and Remittance Form 159. Application is subject to...
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For questions on . To comply with FCC requirements, transmitter adjustments should not be made. Use of this radio outside the country where it was intended to be distributed is subject to government regulations and may void the user's authority granted by... filling out your application, you must decide which frequency(ies) you can operate on determining the radio frequency, call Motorola Product Services at: 1-800-448-6686 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola may be made only by or under the supervision of a person certified as technically qualified to ...
For questions on . To comply with FCC requirements, transmitter adjustments should not be made. Use of this radio outside the country where it was intended to be distributed is subject to government regulations and may void the user's authority granted by... filling out your application, you must decide which frequency(ies) you can operate on determining the radio frequency, call Motorola Product Services at: 1-800-448-6686 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola may be made only by or under the supervision of a person certified as technically qualified to ...
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... Software - The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery RDX Series™ provides different types of the radio. Channel Selector Knob Used to switch the radio to listen. Side Button 1 (SB1) • The Side Button 1 is 'Scan/Nuisance Channel Delete'. Antenna For models RDU2020, and RDV2020 the antennas are removable. RADIO OVERVIEW English 12 Side Buttons Push-to...
... Software - The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery RDX Series™ provides different types of the radio. Channel Selector Knob Used to switch the radio to listen. Side Button 1 (SB1) • The Side Button 1 is 'Scan/Nuisance Channel Delete'. Antenna For models RDU2020, and RDV2020 the antennas are removable. RADIO OVERVIEW English 12 Side Buttons Push-to...
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..., lasts fewer cycles than a battery that will last. Further, a battery RADIO OVERVIEW English 14 which is overcharged and discharged 100% several factors. Charging a hot battery (above . Motorola batteries are designed specifically to use to 50% per day. Charging a cold battery (below 50° F...discharge, the fewer cycles a battery will define the battery life. About the Li-Ion Battery The RDX Series™ radio comes equipped with each cycle. Motorola rapid-rate battery chargers contain a temperature-sensing circuit to battery damage and void the battery warranty. ...
..., lasts fewer cycles than a battery that will last. Further, a battery RADIO OVERVIEW English 14 which is overcharged and discharged 100% several factors. Charging a hot battery (above . Motorola batteries are designed specifically to use to 50% per day. Charging a cold battery (below 50° F...discharge, the fewer cycles a battery will define the battery life. About the Li-Ion Battery The RDX Series™ radio comes equipped with each cycle. Motorola rapid-rate battery chargers contain a temperature-sensing circuit to battery damage and void the battery warranty. ...
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....com or call: 1-800-8-BATTERY This internet site and telephone number also provides other useful information concerning recycling options for consumers, businesses and governmental agencies. RADIO OVERVIEW 15 English However, recycling facilities may not be recycled. Contact your local waste ...participate in your area. Under various U.S. Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of Li-Ion batteries. Battery Recycling and Disposal Li-Ion rechargeable batteries can be available in all areas. and Canada, Motorola participates in the nationwide Rechargeable Battery Recycling ...
....com or call: 1-800-8-BATTERY This internet site and telephone number also provides other useful information concerning recycling options for consumers, businesses and governmental agencies. RADIO OVERVIEW 15 English However, recycling facilities may not be recycled. Contact your local waste ...participate in your area. Under various U.S. Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of Li-Ion batteries. Battery Recycling and Disposal Li-Ion rechargeable batteries can be available in all areas. and Canada, Motorola participates in the nationwide Rechargeable Battery Recycling ...
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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
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Drop-in Tray Charger LED Indicators Standard Charger LED Indicator Status Power ON Charging Charging Complete Battery Fault(*) LED Status Steady red indication for 3 seconds Blinking red (slow) Steady red indication Blinking red (fast) Comments The charger has powered up The charger is currently charging Battery is fully charged Battery had a fault when battery was inserted Notes: • (*) Normally re-seating the battery pack will correct this issue. • (**) Battery temperature is too warm or too cold or wrong power supply is being used RADIO OVERVIEW 25 English
Drop-in Tray Charger LED Indicators Standard Charger LED Indicator Status Power ON Charging Charging Complete Battery Fault(*) LED Status Steady red indication for 3 seconds Blinking red (slow) Steady red indication Blinking red (fast) Comments The charger has powered up The charger is currently charging Battery is fully charged Battery had a fault when battery was inserted Notes: • (*) Normally re-seating the battery pack will correct this issue. • (**) Battery temperature is too warm or too cold or wrong power supply is being used RADIO OVERVIEW 25 English
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...; (*) Normally re-seating the battery pack will correct this issue. • (**) Battery temperature is too warm or too cold or wrong power supply is being used RADIO OVERVIEW English 26
...; (*) Normally re-seating the battery pack will correct this issue. • (**) Battery temperature is too warm or too cold or wrong power supply is being used RADIO OVERVIEW English 26
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... this issue. Plug the cord into the MUC's jack. For part number details, refer to page 51 for battery type. Charging a Radio and Battery using a Multi Unit Charger- Batteries can hold a radio or battery, but not both. Insert the power cord plug into an AC outlet. MUC (Optional Accessory) The Multi Unit Charger...
... this issue. Plug the cord into the MUC's jack. For part number details, refer to page 51 for battery type. Charging a Radio and Battery using a Multi Unit Charger- Batteries can hold a radio or battery, but not both. Insert the power cord plug into an AC outlet. MUC (Optional Accessory) The Multi Unit Charger...
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... same on how to set to that make the transmissions sound garbled to transmit/receive. 3. Frequency: The frequency the radio uses to anyone listening who is using, depending on the radio: 1. For details on both radios. Scramble Code: Codes that specific code. 5. GETTING STARTED To establish a proper two-way communication, the channel, frequency, and interference...
... same on how to set to that make the transmissions sound garbled to transmit/receive. 3. Frequency: The frequency the radio uses to anyone listening who is using, depending on the radio: 1. For details on both radios. Scramble Code: Codes that specific code. 5. GETTING STARTED To establish a proper two-way communication, the channel, frequency, and interference...
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GETTING STARTED HANDS-FREE USE/VOX Accessory Port/ Connector VOX Accessory Motorola RDX Series™ radios can be temporarily disabled by pressing the PTT button or by removing the audio accessory. Then, perform the following steps: 1. Insert the audio accessory's plug firmly into accessory microphone and to : www.motorola.com/radios/professional, call 1 (800) 448-6686, or...
GETTING STARTED HANDS-FREE USE/VOX Accessory Port/ Connector VOX Accessory Motorola RDX Series™ radios can be temporarily disabled by pressing the PTT button or by removing the audio accessory. Then, perform the following steps: 1. 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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... press SB1 and SB2 buttons simultaneously for 2 or 3 seconds while powering up the radio until you hear a quick series of the microphone can be adjusted to use the VOX feature, VOX level should be set back all radio features to level 2 (medium gain). If you want to fit different users or ...operating environments. To do so, press PTT, SB2 and SB1 simultaneously while turning ON the radio until you hear a high ...
... press SB1 and SB2 buttons simultaneously for 2 or 3 seconds while powering up the radio until you hear a quick series of the microphone can be adjusted to use the VOX feature, VOX level should be set back all radio features to level 2 (medium gain). If you want to fit different users or ...operating environments. To do so, press PTT, SB2 and SB1 simultaneously while turning ON the radio until you hear a high ...
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... features in your radio, it is recommended to that channel. When the radio is set a particular channel to automatically enable Scan each channel. CPS software download is available for free at www.motorola.com/RDX PROGRAMMING MODE Programming... Mode is signaling you with a choice of code combinations that are able to program basic radio's features by providing you . Learning to Read the Values the Radio Signals You As the non-display model does not have a display to '9'. The radio's LEDs will communicate this information using the radio...
... features in your radio, it is recommended to that channel. When the radio is set a particular channel to automatically enable Scan each channel. CPS software download is available for free at www.motorola.com/RDX PROGRAMMING MODE Programming... Mode is signaling you with a choice of code combinations that are able to program basic radio's features by providing you . Learning to Read the Values the Radio Signals You As the non-display model does not have a display to '9'. The radio's LEDs will communicate this information using the radio...
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...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. It will then generate a 'roll-over' chirp and it will then signal the new setting it by short pressing SB2 . Note: •... decreasing it has been programmed. Note: While in Auto-Scan Mode, if you short press PTT button, the radio will take you just programmed, turn radio OFF or change channel using the channel knob. 41 English PROGRAMMING FEATURES Saving Settings If you are satisfied with the setting, you can change ...
...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. It will then generate a 'roll-over' chirp and it will then signal the new setting it by short pressing SB2 . Note: •... decreasing it has been programmed. Note: While in Auto-Scan Mode, if you short press PTT button, the radio will take you just programmed, turn radio OFF or change channel using the channel knob. 41 English PROGRAMMING FEATURES Saving Settings If you are satisfied with the setting, you can change ...
