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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 the country where it was established ... 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...
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 the country where it was established ... 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...
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... use . Figure 2 3 Fig. 1. 2. your conversations will not be talking on a "take turns" basis. Batteries T5100 and T5200 radios operate with 3 AA alkaline batteries providing approximately 30 hours of radio facing you may hear others talking. Insert 3 AA batteries as shown. To Install: 1. Battery Cover Latch Figure 1 Radio Etiquette: Your radio has multiple channels shared on the channels.
... use . Figure 2 3 Fig. 1. 2. your conversations will not be talking on a "take turns" basis. Batteries T5100 and T5200 radios operate with 3 AA alkaline batteries providing approximately 30 hours of radio facing you may hear others talking. Insert 3 AA batteries as shown. To Install: 1. Battery Cover Latch Figure 1 Radio Etiquette: Your radio has multiple channels shared on the channels.
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...Motorola T5100 and T5200 radios come with hole in the radio back. 2. To Attach: 1. Fig. 3. Push release tab on the tab at the bottom of belt clip down to release catch. 2. Press down to your fingernail or a small coin. Pull the bottom of the removable cover away from the radio... 4 Fig. 4. 2. To Remove: 1. Do not operate the radio without the cover. Align belt clip post with a swivel belt clip. Front Cover The T5100 and T5200 radios have a removable front cover that allows you to customize your radio to snap cover into place. Reinsert housing tab. 2. Press down on...
...Motorola T5100 and T5200 radios come with hole in the radio back. 2. To Attach: 1. Fig. 3. Push release tab on the tab at the bottom of belt clip down to release catch. 2. Press down to your fingernail or a small coin. Pull the bottom of the removable cover away from the radio... 4 Fig. 4. 2. To Remove: 1. Do not operate the radio without the cover. Align belt clip post with a swivel belt clip. Front Cover The T5100 and T5200 radios have a removable front cover that allows you to customize your radio to snap cover into place. Reinsert housing tab. 2. Press down on...
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...you hear a click and display disappears. Note: All icons on current channel before use . LED will show current channel and code (T5200 only). Adjust The Volume: Rotate Power/Volume knob while holding down the Monitor button until you reach a comfortable listening level. Rotate knob... to increase and counter clockwise to zero for proper communication with others, all radios in use . Motorola Talkabout two-way radios have Interference Eliminator Codes, which may have 14 channels. To turn radio off or set to check activity on the display will also flash twice per...
...you hear a click and display disappears. Note: All icons on current channel before use . LED will show current channel and code (T5200 only). Adjust The Volume: Rotate Power/Volume knob while holding down the Monitor button until you reach a comfortable listening level. Rotate knob... to increase and counter clockwise to zero for proper communication with others, all radios in use . Motorola Talkabout two-way radios have Interference Eliminator Codes, which may have 14 channels. To turn radio off or set to check activity on the display will also flash twice per...
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... the menu lock by pressing the Menu button for three seconds. Use Scroll buttons to flash. 2. 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 change code while flashing. 3. Just turn... 5 seconds. 6 Figure 5 Now you'll see a lock on , press Menu button twice. Set The Code: (T5200 only) 1. The lock icon disappears from your menu settings won't be changed accidentally. The radio will begin to set new channel. Fig. 5. 2. Press Menu or Push-To-Talk button to flash. Fig. 5....
... the menu lock by pressing the Menu button for three seconds. Use Scroll buttons to flash. 2. 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 change code while flashing. 3. Just turn... 5 seconds. 6 Figure 5 Now you'll see a lock on , press Menu button twice. Set The Code: (T5200 only) 1. The lock icon disappears from your menu settings won't be changed accidentally. The radio will begin to set new channel. Fig. 5. 2. Press Menu or Push-To-Talk button to flash. Fig. 5....
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...hear Call Tone while flashing. 3. To receive messages, release Push-To-Talk button. 7 Sending Messages: 1. T5100 has a single Call Tone, while the T5200 has 5 Call Tones. Press Menu or Push-To-Talk button to 3 inches from mouth. 2. Now, whenever you release the Push-To-Talk button,...let your friends know you finish transmitting. Set The Call Tone: (T5200 only) 1. Call Tone: The Call Tone gets others know you turn your radio off and then back on the "Roger" Beep feature, your two-way radio transmits a unique tone when you 're finished talking. To maximize clarity...
...hear Call Tone while flashing. 3. To receive messages, release Push-To-Talk button. 7 Sending Messages: 1. T5100 has a single Call Tone, while the T5200 has 5 Call Tones. Press Menu or Push-To-Talk button to 3 inches from mouth. 2. Now, whenever you release the Push-To-Talk button,...let your friends know you finish transmitting. Set The Call Tone: (T5200 only) 1. Call Tone: The Call Tone gets others know you turn your radio off and then back on the "Roger" Beep feature, your two-way radio transmits a unique tone when you 're finished talking. To maximize clarity...
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... (sold separately) available for extended periods. Accessories There are low, radio will beep: • 3 to 4 seconds after turning power on • Every 10 minutes in ear. 3. Note: To ensure proper functioning of purchase or call Motorola at: 1-800-353-2729 USA 1-800-461-4575 Canada 1-800-739... on head or in standby mode • After releasing PTT or Call button Replace batteries immediately to your radio for T5100 and T5200 radios. To transmit, press Push-To-Talk on radio or accessory and speak into jack. 2. As power is divided into three bars. Batteries corrode over time...
... (sold separately) available for extended periods. Accessories There are low, radio will beep: • 3 to 4 seconds after turning power on • Every 10 minutes in ear. 3. Note: To ensure proper functioning of purchase or call Motorola at: 1-800-353-2729 USA 1-800-461-4575 Canada 1-800-739... on head or in standby mode • After releasing PTT or Call button Replace batteries immediately to your radio for T5100 and T5200 radios. To transmit, press Push-To-Talk on radio or accessory and speak into jack. 2. As power is divided into three bars. Batteries corrode over time...
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...you do not use cleaners or solvents on the radio; Battery contacts may be wiped with water. If radio gets wet, turn it off battery compartment overnight or until completely dry. Talk Range Motorola T5100 and T5200 radios have been designed to maximize performance and improve transmission ...range in the way. Care of Your Radio To clean the radio, wipe with a soft cloth dampened with a dry, lint-free cloth....
...you do not use cleaners or solvents on the radio; Battery contacts may be wiped with water. If radio gets wet, turn it off battery compartment overnight or until completely dry. Talk Range Motorola T5100 and T5200 radios have been designed to maximize performance and improve transmission ...range in the way. Care of Your Radio To clean the radio, wipe with a soft cloth dampened with a dry, lint-free cloth....
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... Manual Supplement or Instruction Card, which is ON, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) energy. Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy Your Motorola radio is designed to comply with radio models that offer this document supersedes the general safety information contained in this ... published prior to 470 MHz. Safety and General Information Important Information on Non- For information regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy (EME): • United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR part 2 sub-...
... Manual Supplement or Instruction Card, which is ON, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) energy. Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy Your Motorola radio is designed to comply with radio models that offer this document supersedes the general safety information contained in this ... published prior to 470 MHz. Safety and General Information Important Information on Non- For information regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy (EME): • United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR part 2 sub-...
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... always place the radio in a Motorola supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness. Use of non-Motorola approved accessories may violate FCC regulations. Approved Accessories For a list of approved Motorola accessories refer to the following procedures: Portable Radio Operation and EME ...replacement antenna. To assure optimal radio performance and to make sure human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy is within the guidelines set forth in the above standards, always adhere to the two-way radio section of www.motorola.com/store. 11 Unauthorized antennas...
... always place the radio in a Motorola supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness. Use of non-Motorola approved accessories may violate FCC regulations. Approved Accessories For a list of approved Motorola accessories refer to the following procedures: Portable Radio Operation and EME ...replacement antenna. To assure optimal radio performance and to make sure human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy is within the guidelines set forth in the above standards, always adhere to the two-way radio section of www.motorola.com/store. 11 Unauthorized antennas...
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...your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from their pacemaker when the radio is turned ON. • not carry the radio in obtaining this information. Persons with pacemakers should: • ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 cm) from RF energy. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility ...device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise configured for interference. • turn the radio OFF immediately if you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place. • Hearing Aids Some wireless...
...your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from their pacemaker when the radio is turned ON. • not carry the radio in obtaining this information. Persons with pacemakers should: • ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 cm) from RF energy. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility ...device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise configured for interference. • turn the radio OFF immediately if you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place. • Hearing Aids Some wireless...
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... as below decks on the use in the area where you are often but not always posted. Always obey them. If a portable radio is a radio type especially qualified for example, Factory Mutual, CSA, or UL Approved). Operational Warnings For Vehicles with great force and cause serious injury ...storage facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as "Intrinsically Safe" (for use of the vehicle. When using your radio when you drive. Blasting Caps and Areas To avoid possible interference with great force. Air bags inflate with blasting operations, turn off the ...
... as below decks on the use in the area where you are often but not always posted. Always obey them. If a portable radio is a radio type especially qualified for example, Factory Mutual, CSA, or UL Approved). Operational Warnings For Vehicles with great force and cause serious injury ...storage facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as "Intrinsically Safe" (for use of the vehicle. When using your radio when you drive. Blasting Caps and Areas To avoid possible interference with great force. Air bags inflate with blasting operations, turn off the ...
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The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Batteries All batteries can result. 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.
The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Batteries All batteries can result. 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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...-To-Talk button is not inadvertently being pressed. Message Not Received Confirm radios have codes off or set to zero to make sure volume is inactive (non T5100 radios). Radios with T5100 radios. 15 Check to communicate with Interference Eliminator Codes (like T5200), must have same Channel settings and/or Interference Eliminator Code is turned...
...-To-Talk button is not inadvertently being pressed. Message Not Received Confirm radios have codes off or set to zero to make sure volume is inactive (non T5100 radios). Radios with T5100 radios. 15 Check to communicate with Interference Eliminator Codes (like T5200), must have same Channel settings and/or Interference Eliminator Code is turned...
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Talk range is up to improve transmission. Wearing radio close . Motorola Product Services If the radio still doesn't work properly, contact your distance. Radios too far apart. Heavy Static or Interference Radios too close to body such as in a pocket or on a belt will decrease range, check for clear ... at least 5 feet apart, increase your place of purchase or call Motorola Product Services. 1-800-353-2729 USA 1-800-461-4575 Canada 1-800-739-7834 (TTY) 16 Obstacles interfere with transmission. Radios must be in use in buildings and in vehicles will decrease range, change...
Talk range is up to improve transmission. Wearing radio close . Motorola Product Services If the radio still doesn't work properly, contact your distance. Radios too far apart. Heavy Static or Interference Radios too close to body such as in a pocket or on a belt will decrease range, check for clear ... at least 5 feet apart, increase your place of purchase or call Motorola Product Services. 1-800-353-2729 USA 1-800-461-4575 Canada 1-800-739-7834 (TTY) 16 Obstacles interfere with transmission. Radios must be in use in buildings and in vehicles will decrease range, change...
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...one year from the date that it did not perform. SERVICE WORK PERFORMED BY SERVICE CENTERS NOT AUTHORIZED BY MOTOROLA TO PERFORM SUCH WORK WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY. improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, adjustment; b. d....tags have been provided will at its Two-Way Family Radios (the "Products") against defects in the United States and Canada, and is not transferable. Motorola, at no obligation or liability for 90 days from... may include the replacement of the Products. Motorola Limited Warranty Motorola Limited Warranty For Two-Way Family Radios I.
...one year from the date that it did not perform. SERVICE WORK PERFORMED BY SERVICE CENTERS NOT AUTHORIZED BY MOTOROLA TO PERFORM SUCH WORK WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY. improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, adjustment; b. d....tags have been provided will at its Two-Way Family Radios (the "Products") against defects in the United States and Canada, and is not transferable. Motorola, at no obligation or liability for 90 days from... may include the replacement of the Products. Motorola Limited Warranty Motorola Limited Warranty For Two-Way Family Radios I.
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... authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio and should be deemed to grant either directly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise any manner without the express permission of Motorola, Inc. Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola equipment shall not be made . Export Law ... program. Replacement of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by operation of law in this radio could violate FCC rules. Computer Software Copyrights The Motorola equipment described in the sale of America and Canada. Department of Commerce or the Canadian Department of...
... authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio and should be deemed to grant either directly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise any manner without the express permission of Motorola, Inc. Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola equipment shall not be made . Export Law ... program. Replacement of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by operation of law in this radio could violate FCC rules. Computer Software Copyrights The Motorola equipment described in the sale of America and Canada. Department of Commerce or the Canadian Department of...
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This allows you to monitor all activity on the T5200. 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 ...
This allows you to monitor all activity on the T5200. 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 ...
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..." 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...
..." 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...
