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Power/Volume Knob LED Indicator Light Battery Meter Accessory Jack Call Tone Button Monitor (mon) Push-To-Talk Button (PTT) Microphone Battery Cover Latch (radio back) 2 Front Cover Latch (radio bottom) Interference Eliminator Code* "Roger" Beep Icon Scroll Buttons Menu/Lock Button *T5200 Only Your New Radio Motorola Talkabout T5100 and T5200 radios operate on Family Radio Service (FRS) designated frequencies.This license-free, short range, two-way radio service was intended to be distributed is subject to government regulations and may be prohibited. Use of this radio outside ...
Power/Volume Knob LED Indicator Light Battery Meter Accessory Jack Call Tone Button Monitor (mon) Push-To-Talk Button (PTT) Microphone Battery Cover Latch (radio back) 2 Front Cover Latch (radio bottom) Interference Eliminator Code* "Roger" Beep Icon Scroll Buttons Menu/Lock Button *T5200 Only Your New Radio Motorola Talkabout T5100 and T5200 radios operate on Family Radio Service (FRS) designated frequencies.This license-free, short range, two-way radio service was intended to be distributed is subject to government regulations and may be prohibited. Use of this radio outside ...
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... use . Fig. 2. 3. Figure 2 3 With back of radio facing you hear static while holding down to secure. Fig. 1. 2. Reposition Battery Cover, flip Battery Cover Latch down the Monitor button the channel is already using the channel - Batteries T5100 and T5200 radios operate with 3 AA alkaline batteries providing approximately 30 hours of use . To Install: 1. Battery Cover Latch Figure 1 Radio Etiquette: Your radio has multiple channels shared on the channels. Insert 3 AA batteries as shown. This means other groups may hear others talking...
... use . Fig. 2. 3. Figure 2 3 With back of radio facing you hear static while holding down to secure. Fig. 1. 2. Reposition Battery Cover, flip Battery Cover Latch down the Monitor button the channel is already using the channel - Batteries T5100 and T5200 radios operate with 3 AA alkaline batteries providing approximately 30 hours of use . To Install: 1. Battery Cover Latch Figure 1 Radio Etiquette: Your radio has multiple channels shared on the channels. Insert 3 AA batteries as shown. This means other groups may hear others talking...
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... radios in use . Other FRS radios, such as the T5200, may not be set to check activity on current channel before use . To Communicate Read this manual carefully and make sure you hear a click and display disappears. Rotate Power/Volume knob clockwise until you reach a comfortable listening level. Radio will beep and LED Indicator Light will flash to decrease volume. 5 Monitor Button: The Monitor (mon) button lets you hear the radio's volume level when you are not receiving...
... radios in use . Other FRS radios, such as the T5200, may not be set to check activity on current channel before use . To Communicate Read this manual carefully and make sure you hear a click and display disappears. Rotate Power/Volume knob clockwise until you reach a comfortable listening level. Radio will beep and LED Indicator Light will flash to decrease volume. 5 Monitor Button: The Monitor (mon) button lets you hear the radio's volume level when you are not receiving...
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... menu lock by preventing accidental transmission. Set The Channel: 1. Fig. 5. 2. Press Menu or Push-To-Talk button to set new channel. Current code will begin to flash. 2. Menu/Lock Button: You can turn on , press Menu button, Current channel will stop transmitting. Note: Radio automatically saves channel (and code for T5200) after the Push-To-Talk button is pressed for 60 continuous seconds and will begin to flash. Time-out Timer: The Time-out Timer feature helps extend battery life by pressing the Menu button...
... menu lock by preventing accidental transmission. Set The Channel: 1. Fig. 5. 2. Press Menu or Push-To-Talk button to set new channel. Current code will begin to flash. 2. Menu/Lock Button: You can turn on , press Menu button, Current channel will stop transmitting. Note: Radio automatically saves channel (and code for T5200) after the Push-To-Talk button is pressed for 60 continuous seconds and will begin to flash. Time-out Timer: The Time-out Timer feature helps extend battery life by pressing the Menu button...
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... talking. To receive messages, release Push-To-Talk button. 7 "Roger" Beep: Figure 6 Whenever you turn on the display. Now, whenever you release the Push-To-Talk button, you let your Call Tone. Sending Messages: 1. Press and hold radio 2 to set new Call Tone. Set The Call Tone: (T5200 only) 1. To disable the "Roger" Beep feature, turn on , press Menu button three times. LED Indicator Light glows continuously when transmitting. To maximize clarity, hold Push-To-Talk button and speak into microphone...
... talking. To receive messages, release Push-To-Talk button. 7 "Roger" Beep: Figure 6 Whenever you turn on the display. Now, whenever you release the Push-To-Talk button, you let your Call Tone. Sending Messages: 1. Press and hold radio 2 to set new Call Tone. Set The Call Tone: (T5200 only) 1. To disable the "Roger" Beep feature, turn on , press Menu button three times. LED Indicator Light glows continuously when transmitting. To maximize clarity, hold Push-To-Talk button and speak into microphone...
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... turning power on • Every 10 minutes in ear. 3. Press Monitor button while rotating Volume knob to adjust volume to avoid interrupted use only alkaline batteries. Low Battery Alert: When batteries are many accessories (sold separately) available for extended periods. To receive, release Push-To-Talk. 8 Fig. 7. Figure 7 Note: Remove batteries before placing accessory on head or in standby mode • After releasing PTT or Call button Replace batteries immediately to a comfortable listening level. 4. Battery...
... turning power on • Every 10 minutes in ear. 3. Press Monitor button while rotating Volume knob to adjust volume to avoid interrupted use only alkaline batteries. Low Battery Alert: When batteries are many accessories (sold separately) available for extended periods. To receive, release Push-To-Talk. 8 Fig. 7. Figure 7 Note: Remove batteries before placing accessory on head or in standby mode • After releasing PTT or Call button Replace batteries immediately to a comfortable listening level. 4. Battery...
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... performance and improve transmission range in the field. It is up to 2 (two) miles. If radio gets wet, turn it off battery compartment overnight or until completely dry. Do not use radio until completely dry. Leave cover off and remove batteries immediately. Talk Range Motorola T5100 and T5200 radios have been designed to minimize potential water damage. they can limit range. 9 Optimal Range Maximum talk range in the way.
... performance and improve transmission range in the field. It is up to 2 (two) miles. If radio gets wet, turn it off battery compartment overnight or until completely dry. Do not use radio until completely dry. Leave cover off and remove batteries immediately. Talk Range Motorola T5100 and T5200 radios have been designed to minimize potential water damage. they can limit range. 9 Optimal Range Maximum talk range in the way.
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... radio operates in the frequency range of the United States, Report 86, 1986 • International Commission on Safe and Efficient Operation Read This Information Before Using Your Radio The information provided in user guides published prior to 470 MHz. RF Operational Characteristics Your radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. For information regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy (EME): • United States Federal Communications Commission, Code...
... radio operates in the frequency range of the United States, Report 86, 1986 • International Commission on Safe and Efficient Operation Read This Information Before Using Your Radio The information provided in user guides published prior to 470 MHz. RF Operational Characteristics Your radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. For information regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy (EME): • United States Federal Communications Commission, Code...
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... a Motorola supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness. If you wear a radio on your body when transmitting. Approved Accessories For a list of approved Motorola accessories refer to the two-way radio section of non-Motorola approved accessories may violate FCC regulations. Use of www.motorola.com/store. 11 Two-way Radio Operation When using your radio as a traditional two-way radio, hold the antenna when the radio is within the guidelines set...
... a Motorola supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness. If you wear a radio on your body when transmitting. Approved Accessories For a list of approved Motorola accessories refer to the two-way radio section of non-Motorola approved accessories may violate FCC regulations. Use of www.motorola.com/store. 11 Two-way Radio Operation When using your radio as a traditional two-way radio, hold the antenna when the radio is within the guidelines set...
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...Use hands-free operation, if available. • Pull off two-way radio." Do not remove, install, or charge batteries in the air bag deployment area. If a portable radio is a radio type especially qualified for example, Factory Mutual, CSA, or UL Approved). Blasting Caps and Areas To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your radio... a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in areas posted: "Turn off the road and park before making or answering ...
...Use hands-free operation, if available. • Pull off two-way radio." Do not remove, install, or charge batteries in the air bag deployment area. If a portable radio is a radio type especially qualified for example, Factory Mutual, CSA, or UL Approved). Blasting Caps and Areas To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your radio... a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in areas posted: "Turn off the road and park before making or answering ...
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Batteries All batteries can result. The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with metal objects. 14 Operational Cautions Antennas Do not use any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with your skin, a minor burn can cause property damage and/ or bodily injury such as burns if a conductive material such as jewelry, keys, or beaded chains touch exposed terminals.
Batteries All batteries can result. The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with metal objects. 14 Operational Cautions Antennas Do not use any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with your skin, a minor burn can cause property damage and/ or bodily injury such as burns if a conductive material such as jewelry, keys, or beaded chains touch exposed terminals.
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Erratic Display Message Not Transmitted Reposition or replace batteries. Reposition or replace batteries. Radios with Interference Eliminator Codes (like T5200), must have same Channel settings and/or Interference Eliminator Code is turned up. Shared Channel may interfere with T5100 radios. 15 Obstructions, operating indoors or in use , try another. Troubleshooting Problem No Power Solution Reposition or replace batteries. Make sure the Push-To-Talk button is not inadvertently being pressed. Make sure Push-To-Talk is completely pressed as you transmit. Change your ...
Erratic Display Message Not Transmitted Reposition or replace batteries. Reposition or replace batteries. Radios with Interference Eliminator Codes (like T5200), must have same Channel settings and/or Interference Eliminator Code is turned up. Shared Channel may interfere with T5100 radios. 15 Obstructions, operating indoors or in use , try another. Troubleshooting Problem No Power Solution Reposition or replace batteries. Make sure the Push-To-Talk button is not inadvertently being pressed. Make sure Push-To-Talk is completely pressed as you transmit. Change your ...
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... a belt will decrease range, check for clear line of purchase or call Motorola Product Services. 1-800-353-2729 USA 1-800-461-4575 Canada 1-800-739-7834 (TTY) 16 Heavy Static or Interference Radios too close to body such as in clear, unobstructed conditions. Motorola Product Services If the radio still doesn't work properly, contact your distance. Radios too far apart. Wearing radio close . Troubleshooting Problem Limited Talk Range...
... a belt will decrease range, check for clear line of purchase or call Motorola Product Services. 1-800-353-2729 USA 1-800-461-4575 Canada 1-800-739-7834 (TTY) 16 Heavy Static or Interference Radios too close to body such as in clear, unobstructed conditions. Motorola Product Services If the radio still doesn't work properly, contact your distance. Radios too far apart. Wearing radio close . Troubleshooting Problem Limited Talk Range...
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... or modification of parts with functionally equivalent reconditioned or new parts. SERVICE WORK PERFORMED BY SERVICE CENTERS NOT AUTHORIZED BY MOTOROLA TO PERFORM SUCH WORK WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY. tion and testing to plastic surfaces, cracked displays, or other externally exposed parts caused by use of purchase. Products on which replacements have been provided will at its Two-Way Family Radios (the "Products") against...
... or modification of parts with functionally equivalent reconditioned or new parts. SERVICE WORK PERFORMED BY SERVICE CENTERS NOT AUTHORIZED BY MOTOROLA TO PERFORM SUCH WORK WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY. tion and testing to plastic surfaces, cracked displays, or other externally exposed parts caused by use of purchase. Products on which replacements have been provided will at its Two-Way Family Radios (the "Products") against...
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...MOTOROLA AND SETS FORTH YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. OTHERWISE, THEY ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED. to the extent that it is needed, please contact Motorola at the address at Motorola's expense for you to replace or modify them so that Motorola will have sole control of the defense of the claim; How to Get Warranty Service...- Patent and Software Provisions Motorola will be shipped with the Products you will receive directions on a claim that you will notify Motorola promptly in writing any such claim.The defense and payments by Motorola are repaired or replaced under this warranty...
...MOTOROLA AND SETS FORTH YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. OTHERWISE, THEY ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED. to the extent that it is needed, please contact Motorola at the address at Motorola's expense for you to replace or modify them so that Motorola will have sole control of the defense of the claim; How to Get Warranty Service...- Patent and Software Provisions Motorola will be shipped with the Products you will receive directions on a claim that you will notify Motorola promptly in writing any such claim.The defense and payments by Motorola are repaired or replaced under this warranty...
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... or more of those services. The governments of the United States and Canada may restrict exportation and re-exportation of this product to operate this manual may include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored in semiconductor memories or other countries preserve for Motorola certain exclusive rights for the normal nonexclusive, royalty free license to use arising by operation of law in any...
... or more of those services. The governments of the United States and Canada may restrict exportation and re-exportation of this product to operate this manual may include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored in semiconductor memories or other countries preserve for Motorola certain exclusive rights for the normal nonexclusive, royalty free license to use arising by operation of law in any...
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This allows you are using. For Talkabout compatibility information with other Motorola two-way radios, please call 1-800-353-2729. Interference Eliminator Code Chart Talkabout Code Hz Freq 7/7x Code Talkabout Code Hz Freq 1 67.0 20 131.8 2 71.9 21 136.5 3 74.4 22 141.3 4 77.0 A 23 146.2 5 79.7 24 151.4 6 82.5 25 156.7 7 85.4 ... 114.8 35 225.7 17 118.8 E 36 233.6 18 123.0 37 241.8 22 19 127.3 F 38 250.3 7/7x Code G Note: Carrier Squelch (0) disables Interference Eliminator Codes on the channel you to monitor all activity on the T5200.
This allows you are using. For Talkabout compatibility information with other Motorola two-way radios, please call 1-800-353-2729. Interference Eliminator Code Chart Talkabout Code Hz Freq 7/7x Code Talkabout Code Hz Freq 1 67.0 20 131.8 2 71.9 21 136.5 3 74.4 22 141.3 4 77.0 A 23 146.2 5 79.7 24 151.4 6 82.5 25 156.7 7 85.4 ... 114.8 35 225.7 17 118.8 E 36 233.6 18 123.0 37 241.8 22 19 127.3 F 38 250.3 7/7x Code G Note: Carrier Squelch (0) disables Interference Eliminator Codes on the channel you to monitor all activity on the T5200.
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Visit our website at: http://www.motorola.com , Motorola and Talkabout are registered trademarks of Motorola, Inc. 23 Specifications Description Channels Codes Operating Frequency Talk Range Power Source Battery Life (talk time) Bandwidth T5100 Specs 14 0 UHF-462.550 to 467.725 MHz Up to 2 Miles 3 AA Alkaline Batteries 30 Hours* 12.5 kHz T5200 Specs 14 38 UHF-462.550 to 467.725 MHz Up to 2 Miles 3 AA Alkaline Batteries 30 Hours* 12.5 kHz *Two-way use is defined as 90% standby time, 5% talk time, and 5% receive time.
Visit our website at: http://www.motorola.com , Motorola and Talkabout are registered trademarks of Motorola, Inc. 23 Specifications Description Channels Codes Operating Frequency Talk Range Power Source Battery Life (talk time) Bandwidth T5100 Specs 14 0 UHF-462.550 to 467.725 MHz Up to 2 Miles 3 AA Alkaline Batteries 30 Hours* 12.5 kHz T5200 Specs 14 38 UHF-462.550 to 467.725 MHz Up to 2 Miles 3 AA Alkaline Batteries 30 Hours* 12.5 kHz *Two-way use is defined as 90% standby time, 5% talk time, and 5% receive time.
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... Cover To Remove 4 To Attach 4 Call Tone 7 Set The Call Tone 7 "Roger" Beep 7 Sending Messages 7 Battery Meter 8 Low Battery Alert 8 Accessories To Use Audio Accessories 8 Talk Range 9 Care Of Your Radio 9 Safety and General Information Cautions and Warnings 10-14 To Communicate Turn The Radio On 5 Monitor Button 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 15-16 Channel Busy Indicator 5 Adjust The Volume 5 Time-out Timer 6 Menu/Lock Button 6 Set The Channel 6 Set The Code 6 Warranty One Year Limited Warranty 17-20 Channel Frequency Chart 21 Interference Eliminator Code Chart...
... Cover To Remove 4 To Attach 4 Call Tone 7 Set The Call Tone 7 "Roger" Beep 7 Sending Messages 7 Battery Meter 8 Low Battery Alert 8 Accessories To Use Audio Accessories 8 Talk Range 9 Care Of Your Radio 9 Safety and General Information Cautions and Warnings 10-14 To Communicate Turn The Radio On 5 Monitor Button 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 15-16 Channel Busy Indicator 5 Adjust The Volume 5 Time-out Timer 6 Menu/Lock Button 6 Set The Channel 6 Set The Code 6 Warranty One Year Limited Warranty 17-20 Channel Frequency Chart 21 Interference Eliminator Code Chart...
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... Button Get others you your battery is not intended to 2 mile range Depending on terrain and conditions • "Roger" Beep Signals others ' attention before you start talking • Low Battery Alert Audible tone and visual display tell you 're done talking • 1 Year Limited Warranty For warranty details call 1-800-353-2729 • Weather-resistant • 14 channels Privacy feature that helps minimize interference from your settings...
... Button Get others you your battery is not intended to 2 mile range Depending on terrain and conditions • "Roger" Beep Signals others ' attention before you start talking • Low Battery Alert Audible tone and visual display tell you 're done talking • 1 Year Limited Warranty For warranty details call 1-800-353-2729 • Weather-resistant • 14 channels Privacy feature that helps minimize interference from your settings...