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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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Cloning with RDX Radios - VHF Default Frequencies Chart 65 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 80...
Cloning with RDX Radios - VHF Default Frequencies Chart 65 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 80...
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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. SAFETY PRODUCT SAFETY AND RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE ! 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.
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. SAFETY PRODUCT SAFETY AND RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE ! 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.
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...; User Guide • Warranty Card • Drop-in the designing and manufacturing of today's fast-paced industries. The RDX Series™ radios provide cost-effective communications for all of communications equipment. Motorola Business two-way radios are the perfect communications solution for businesses such as a world leader in Tray Charger • Product Safety & RF...
...; User Guide • Warranty Card • Drop-in the designing and manufacturing of today's fast-paced industries. The RDX Series™ radios provide cost-effective communications for all of communications equipment. Motorola Business two-way radios are the perfect communications solution for businesses such as a world leader in Tray Charger • Product Safety & RF...
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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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... improper extension cord could result in risk of electrical shock or fire. 7. it is 18AWG for lengths up to a qualified Motorola service representative. 6. BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATION BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATION This document contains important safety and operating instructions. Disassembly... battery charger, read all the instructions and cautionary markings on • the charger, • the battery, and • the radio using the battery 1. Take it has been broken or damaged in risk of the charger may explode, causing personal injury and damage....
... improper extension cord could result in risk of electrical shock or fire. 7. it is 18AWG for lengths up to a qualified Motorola service representative. 6. BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATION BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SAFETY INFORMATION This document contains important safety and operating instructions. Disassembly... battery charger, read all the instructions and cautionary markings on • the charger, • the battery, and • the radio using the battery 1. Take it has been broken or damaged in risk of the charger may explode, causing personal injury and damage....
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English 8 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, tripped over, or subjected to water, damage, or stress. ...
English 8 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, tripped over, or subjected to water, damage, or stress. ...
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RDX Series™ Business two-way radios operate on FCC Form 601 and Schedules D, H, and Remittance Form 159. If you are regulated by the FCC. To transmit on these FCC forms, request ... Fax-On- FCC LICENSING INFORMATION FCC LICENSING INFORMATION INTERFERENCE INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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. If you are regulated by the FCC. To transmit on these FCC forms, request ... Fax-On- FCC LICENSING INFORMATION FCC LICENSING INFORMATION INTERFERENCE INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is made available on radio frequencies that this device does not cause harmful interference.
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...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 void the user's authority granted by the FCC to government regulations and may...repairs in the private land mobile and fixed services as certified by the FCC equipment authorization for this radio and should be distributed is subject to operate this radio could violate FCC rules. Replacement of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by ...
...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 void the user's authority granted by the FCC to government regulations and may...repairs in the private land mobile and fixed services as certified by the FCC equipment authorization for this radio and should be distributed is subject to operate this radio could violate FCC rules. Replacement of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by ...
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... Button 2 is 'Scan/Nuisance Channel Delete'. Antenna For models RDU2020, and RDV2020 the antennas are removable. LED Indicator Used to give battery status, power-up status, radio call information and scan status. The default setting of the radio. For more information, see "Battery Features" on page 14.... The SB2 default setting is a general button that can be configured by the CPS. The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery RDX Series™ ...
... Button 2 is 'Scan/Nuisance Channel Delete'. Antenna For models RDU2020, and RDV2020 the antennas are removable. LED Indicator Used to give battery status, power-up status, radio call information and scan status. The default setting of the radio. For more information, see "Battery Features" on page 14.... The SB2 default setting is a general button that can be configured by the CPS. 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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...room temperature), whenever possible. For example, a battery which receives minimal overcharging and averages only 25% discharge, lasts even longer. Motorola rapid-rate battery chargers contain a temperature-sensing circuit to ensure that receives less of an overcharge and is determined by several times ... a hot battery (above . About the Li-Ion Battery The RDX Series™ radio comes equipped with each cycle. Battery life is discharged to 50% per day. BATTERY FEATURES RDX Series™ radios provide Lithium-Ion batteries that come in reduced discharge capacity, affecting...
...room temperature), whenever possible. For example, a battery which receives minimal overcharging and averages only 25% discharge, lasts even longer. Motorola rapid-rate battery chargers contain a temperature-sensing circuit to ensure that receives less of an overcharge and is determined by several times ... a hot battery (above . About the Li-Ion Battery The RDX Series™ radio comes equipped with each cycle. Battery life is discharged to 50% per day. BATTERY FEATURES RDX Series™ radios provide Lithium-Ion batteries that come in reduced discharge capacity, affecting...
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... other countries, batteries must be recycled and cannot be disposed of in landfills or incinerators. RADIO OVERVIEW 15 English However, recycling facilities may not be recycled. Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of several other useful information concerning recycling options for Li...-Ion battery collection and recycling. and Canada, Motorola participates in this program. Battery Recycling and Disposal Li-Ion rechargeable batteries can be available in your local waste ...
... other countries, batteries must be recycled and cannot be disposed of in landfills or incinerators. RADIO OVERVIEW 15 English However, recycling facilities may not be recycled. Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of several other useful information concerning recycling options for Li...-Ion battery collection and recycling. and Canada, Motorola participates in this program. Battery Recycling and Disposal Li-Ion rechargeable batteries can be available in your local waste ...
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... of the battery into the slots at the bottom of the battery towards the radio until a click is heard. Press the top part of the radio's body. 3. Pull the battery away from the radio. Turn OFF the radio. 2. With the Motorola logo side up on page 14 English 16 1. Push down the battery latch and...
... of the battery into the slots at the bottom of the battery towards the radio until a click is heard. Press the top part of the radio's body. 3. Pull the battery away from the radio. Turn OFF the radio. 2. With the Motorola logo side up on page 14 English 16 1. Push down the battery latch and...
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.... 17 English 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. Pull the top of the battery, downwards. 3. Turn OFF the radio, if it is turned ON. 2. Assemble alkaline battery pack in the same steps as... installing the Li-Ion battery pack. 4. Turn OFF the radio, if it is turned ON. 2. Remove Li-Ion battery. 3. Slide the 5 AA alkaline batteries into the frame, matching the markings inside the compartment 1. ...
.... 17 English 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. Pull the top of the battery, downwards. 3. Turn OFF the radio, if it is turned ON. 2. Assemble alkaline battery pack in the same steps as... installing the Li-Ion battery pack. 4. Turn OFF the radio, if it is turned ON. 2. Remove Li-Ion battery. 3. Slide the 5 AA alkaline batteries into the frame, matching the markings inside the compartment 1. ...
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Align the threaded end of these models. Attaching and Removing Antenna These instructions apply ONLY to remove the antenna if your radio is not one of the antenna with the radio's antenna connector. 2. Do not attempt to models RDU4100 and RDV5100. Turn the antenna counterclockwise until you can remove it . 1. Attaching the Antenna Removing the Antenna RADIO OVERVIEW 1. Turn the antenna clockwise to fasten it . English 18
Align the threaded end of these models. Attaching and Removing Antenna These instructions apply ONLY to remove the antenna if your radio is not one of the antenna with the radio's antenna connector. 2. Do not attempt to models RDU4100 and RDV5100. Turn the antenna counterclockwise until you can remove it . 1. Attaching the Antenna Removing the Antenna RADIO OVERVIEW 1. Turn the antenna clockwise to fasten it . English 18
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... English Power Supply Drop-in Tray Charger The radio is equipped with Adaptor. To remove, pull back the metal release tab on page 81. Installing Spring Action Belt Clip Belt Clip Tab Power Supply, ...
... English Power Supply Drop-in Tray Charger The radio is equipped with Adaptor. To remove, pull back the metal release tab on page 81. Installing Spring Action Belt Clip Belt Clip Tab Power Supply, ...
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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
