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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 12 The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery 12 Battery Features 14 About the Li-Ion Battery 14 Battery...
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 12 The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery 12 Battery Features 14 About the Li-Ion Battery 14 Battery...
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...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...
...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...
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...RDX UHF Frequencies Chart 66 RDU2020 - 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 Limited Warranty for the United States and Canada 76 Accessories 80 Antennas 80 Audio Accessories 80 Battery... Power Supplies 82 RDX Series™ Features Summary 83 Programmable Buttons Chart 92 Icons Chart 93 3 English CONTENTS VHF Default Frequencies Chart 63 Making XTN Compatible with a Multi Unit Charger (MUC 51 Cloning Radio using the Radio to Radio (R2R) Cloning ...
...RDX UHF Frequencies Chart 66 RDU2020 - 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 Limited Warranty for the United States and Canada 76 Accessories 80 Antennas 80 Audio Accessories 80 Battery... Power Supplies 82 RDX Series™ Features Summary 83 Programmable Buttons Chart 92 Icons Chart 93 3 English CONTENTS VHF Default Frequencies Chart 63 Making XTN Compatible with a Multi Unit Charger (MUC 51 Cloning Radio using the Radio to Radio (R2R) Cloning ...
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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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...Lithium-Ion Battery • Power Supply • User Guide • Warranty Card • Drop-in the designing and manufacturing of communications equipment. Note: Read this user guide carefully to properly operate the radio before use Business Radios, RPSD 1C15, Motorola 8000 ...• Product Safety & RF Exposure Booklet INTRODUCTION 5 English Motorola Business two-way radios are the perfect communications solution for purchasing the Motorola® RDX Series™ Radio. This radio is a product of Motorola's 75 plus years of today's fast-paced industries. INTRODUCTION Thank...
...Lithium-Ion Battery • Power Supply • User Guide • Warranty Card • Drop-in the designing and manufacturing of communications equipment. Note: Read this user guide carefully to properly operate the radio before use Business Radios, RPSD 1C15, Motorola 8000 ...• Product Safety & RF Exposure Booklet INTRODUCTION 5 English Motorola Business two-way radios are the perfect communications solution for purchasing the Motorola® RDX Series™ Radio. This radio is a product of Motorola's 75 plus years of today's fast-paced industries. INTRODUCTION Thank...
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..., read all the instructions and cautionary markings on • the charger, • the battery, and • the radio using the battery 1. Other batteries may result in any maintenance or cleaning 7 English To reduce risk of injury, charge only the rechargeable Motorola-authorized batteries. To reduce risk of electrical shock or fire. 7. Disassembly of the charger may...
..., read all the instructions and cautionary markings on • the charger, • the battery, and • the radio using the battery 1. Other batteries may result in any maintenance or cleaning 7 English To reduce risk of injury, charge only the rechargeable Motorola-authorized batteries. To reduce risk of electrical shock or fire. 7. Disassembly of the charger may...
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... 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 supply equipment must not ...
... 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 supply equipment must not ...
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...battery status, power-up status, radio call information and scan status. Model Label Indicates the model of SB1 is a general button that can be configured by the CPS. Side Button 2 (SB2) • The Side Button 2 is 'Monitor'. Antenna For models RDU2020, and RDV2020 the antennas are removable. The default setting of the radio. RADIO... Channel Delete'. Microphone Speaks clearly into the microphone when sending a message. The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery RDX Series™ provides different types of batteries. For more information, see "Battery Features" on page 14.
...battery status, power-up status, radio call information and scan status. Model Label Indicates the model of SB1 is a general button that can be configured by the CPS. Side Button 2 (SB2) • The Side Button 2 is 'Monitor'. Antenna For models RDU2020, and RDV2020 the antennas are removable. The default setting of the radio. RADIO... Channel Delete'. Microphone Speaks clearly into the microphone when sending a message. The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery RDX Series™ provides different types of batteries. For more information, see "Battery Features" on page 14.
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... Li-Ion battery. Charging a hot battery (above . About the Li-Ion Battery The RDX Series™ radio comes equipped with each cycle. BATTERY FEATURES RDX Series™ radios provide Lithium-Ion batteries that come in different capacities that batteries are charged within the temperature limits stated above 95°F [35°C]) results in failure of the battery. Charging in non-Motorola equipment...
... Li-Ion battery. Charging a hot battery (above . About the Li-Ion Battery The RDX Series™ radio comes equipped with each cycle. BATTERY FEATURES RDX Series™ radios provide Lithium-Ion batteries that come in different capacities that batteries are charged within the temperature limits stated above 95°F [35°C]) results in failure of the battery. Charging in non-Motorola equipment...
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... available in this program. and Canada, Motorola participates in the nationwide Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program for specific requirements and information in landfills or incinerators. Under various U.S. In the U.S. RADIO OVERVIEW 15 English Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of the... drop-off facility closest to you, access RBRC's Internet web site at: www.rbrc.com or call: 1-800-8-BATTERY This internet site and telephone number...
... available in this program. and Canada, Motorola participates in the nationwide Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program for specific requirements and information in landfills or incinerators. Under various U.S. In the U.S. RADIO OVERVIEW 15 English Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of the... drop-off facility closest to you, access RBRC's Internet web site at: www.rbrc.com or call: 1-800-8-BATTERY This internet site and telephone number...
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... Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery Battery Latch Removing the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery Battery Latch slots RADIO OVERVIEW 1. With the Motorola logo side up on page 14 English 16 1. Turn OFF the radio. 2. Push down the battery latch and hold it depressed while removing the battery. 3. Note: To learn about the Li-Ion Battery Life features, refer to "About...
... Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery Battery Latch Removing the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery Battery Latch slots RADIO OVERVIEW 1. With the Motorola logo side up on page 14 English 16 1. Turn OFF the radio. 2. Push down the battery latch and hold it depressed while removing the battery. 3. Note: To learn about the Li-Ion Battery Life features, refer to "About...
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... lift the battery from alkaline battery pack. 5. Assemble alkaline battery pack in the same steps as installing the Li-Ion battery pack. 4. Pull the top of the battery, downwards. 3. Turn OFF the radio, if it is turned ON. 2. Alkaline Battery Pack (Optional Accessory) Installing Alkaline Batteries Removing Alkaline Batteries RADIO OVERVIEW Alkaline Battery Door Alkaline Battery Door 1. Remove battery door from the radio's body...
... lift the battery from alkaline battery pack. 5. Assemble alkaline battery pack in the same steps as installing the Li-Ion battery pack. 4. Pull the top of the battery, downwards. 3. Turn OFF the radio, if it is turned ON. 2. Alkaline Battery Pack (Optional Accessory) Installing Alkaline Batteries Removing Alkaline Batteries RADIO OVERVIEW Alkaline Battery Door Alkaline Battery Door 1. Remove battery door from the radio's body...
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For details, see "Chargers" on the back of the battery pack and slide it down until the belt clip tab snaps into the belt clip grooves on page 81. RADIO OVERVIEW 19 English Slide the spring action belt clip rails into place. 2. To remove, pull back the metal release tab on the belt... clip tab and push the spring action belt clip upward to remove. Power Supply Drop-in Tray Charger The radio is equipped with one Drop-in Tray Charger Spring Action Belt Clip 1. Installing Spring Action Belt Clip Belt Clip Tab Power Supply, Adaptor and Drop...
For details, see "Chargers" on the back of the battery pack and slide it down until the belt clip tab snaps into the belt clip grooves on page 81. RADIO OVERVIEW 19 English Slide the spring action belt clip rails into place. 2. To remove, pull back the metal release tab on the belt... clip tab and push the spring action belt clip upward to remove. Power Supply Drop-in Tray Charger The radio is equipped with one Drop-in Tray Charger Spring Action Belt Clip 1. Installing Spring Action Belt Clip Belt Clip Tab Power Supply, Adaptor and Drop...
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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. 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
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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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... the connector of the power supply into the port on page 81 RADIO OVERVIEW English 22 Charging with the radio attached), place it in a Motorola-approved Drop-in Tray Single Unit Charger or Drop-in Tray Multi Unit Charger. Charging the Battery RDX Series™ offers two types of the drop-in tray charger. 3. Note...
... the connector of the power supply into the port on page 81 RADIO OVERVIEW English 22 Charging with the radio attached), place it in a Motorola-approved Drop-in Tray Single Unit Charger or Drop-in Tray Multi Unit Charger. Charging the Battery RDX Series™ offers two types of the drop-in tray charger. 3. Note...
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...depending on page 23 Charging a Standard Battery The drop-in the charger is designed to charge either Standard or High capacity battery. It is adjusted to be charged. at step 4, insert the battery into the tray, with the radio) or a standalone battery. The drop-in the charger Note...: Ensure that needs to the correct position for each battery: Adjustable bracket Adjustable bracket Standard...
...depending on page 23 Charging a Standard Battery The drop-in the charger is designed to charge either Standard or High capacity battery. It is adjusted to be charged. at step 4, insert the battery into the tray, with the radio) or a standalone battery. The drop-in the charger Note...: Ensure that needs to the correct position for each battery: Adjustable bracket Adjustable bracket Standard...
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...in charger tray and lift the bracket from the default setup to the charging a Standard Battery position. English 24 Label on the removable bracket should show 'High & Ultra Capacity Battery' facing front of the removable bracket in the drop-in the charger slot until it snaps.... The label on the removable bracket should show 'Standard Battery' facing front. Squeeze both standalone battery and battery (with radio) To convert the charger from the charger tray. 2. Repeat same procedure to return to accommodate the High capacity...
...in charger tray and lift the bracket from the default setup to the charging a Standard Battery position. English 24 Label on the removable bracket should show 'High & Ultra Capacity Battery' facing front of the removable bracket in the drop-in the charger slot until it snaps.... The label on the removable bracket should show 'Standard Battery' facing front. Squeeze both standalone battery and battery (with radio) To convert the charger from the charger tray. 2. Repeat same procedure to return to accommodate the High capacity...
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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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... fully charged Battery Fault (*) Blinking red (fast) Battery has a fault when battery was inserted Waiting to Charge (**) Double-blink yellow indications Battery charging conditions not suitable 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 English...
... fully charged Battery Fault (*) Blinking red (fast) Battery has a fault when battery was inserted Waiting to Charge (**) Double-blink yellow indications Battery charging conditions not suitable 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 English...