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... NiMH Battery 5 Charging 7 Installing AA Alkaline Batteries 8 Battery Meter 8 Setting the Battery Type 16 Lock Keypad 16 End-of-Transmission Tone 16 Keypad Tones 17 Settings and Functions Display 17 Programming Mode 18 Channel 20 Swivel Belt Holster 9 Interference Eliminator Code 20 Turning On/Off Your Radio 10 Frequency 20 Volume 10 Scramble Code 21 Operating Radio 11 Bandwidth 21 Talk Range 11 Manager Lock 21 Signal Strength Indicator/ Assigning Channels to Presets 22 Channel Busy 12 Cloning 22 Monitor 12 Resetting Factory Defaults 23 Features 12 Use and...
... NiMH Battery 5 Charging 7 Installing AA Alkaline Batteries 8 Battery Meter 8 Setting the Battery Type 16 Lock Keypad 16 End-of-Transmission Tone 16 Keypad Tones 17 Settings and Functions Display 17 Programming Mode 18 Channel 20 Swivel Belt Holster 9 Interference Eliminator Code 20 Turning On/Off Your Radio 10 Frequency 20 Volume 10 Scramble Code 21 Operating Radio 11 Bandwidth 21 Talk Range 11 Manager Lock 21 Signal Strength Indicator/ Assigning Channels to Presets 22 Channel Busy 12 Cloning 22 Monitor 12 Resetting Factory Defaults 23 Features 12 Use and...
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... of 461-469 MHz. RF Operational Characteristics Your radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. The XTN Series VHF radios operate in the frequency range of 151-158 MHz, the XTN Series UHF radios operate in a hazardous atmosphere please refer to the Factory Mutual (FM) Approval Manual Supplement or Instruction Card, which is ON, it is included with the following national and international standards and guidelines regarding radio use in the frequency range of Electrical and...
... of 461-469 MHz. RF Operational Characteristics Your radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. The XTN Series VHF radios operate in the frequency range of 151-158 MHz, the XTN Series UHF radios operate in a hazardous atmosphere please refer to the Factory Mutual (FM) Approval Manual Supplement or Instruction Card, which is ON, it is included with the following national and international standards and guidelines regarding radio use in the frequency range of Electrical and...
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... and make sure human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy is "IN USE." Holding the antenna affects the effective range. 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 forth in the above standards, always adhere to the following procedures: Portable Radio Operation and EME Exposure Antenna Care Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna...
... and make sure human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy is "IN USE." Holding the antenna affects the effective range. 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 forth in the above standards, always adhere to the following procedures: Portable Radio Operation and EME Exposure Antenna Care Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna...
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... instruct you to do so, turn off your radio when on your body when transmitting, always place the radio in a Motorola supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for electromagnetic compatibility. Data Operation When using equipment that is susceptible to the Two-Way Radio section of non-Motorola-approved accessories may be in any data feature of a device, with or without an accessory cable...
... instruct you to do so, turn off your radio when on your body when transmitting, always place the radio in a Motorola supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for electromagnetic compatibility. Data Operation When using equipment that is susceptible to the Two-Way Radio section of non-Motorola-approved accessories may be in any data feature of a device, with or without an accessory cable...
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Diagram of Your New XSeries Radio and its Functions Getting Started X 4 Indicator Light Use B to: Transmit Call Tone Use M to: Talk Exit a menu Use \to: Scroll through menus Lock the keypad Use T / S to: *Access Presets Microphone Use P (Power) to: Turn power On/Off Adjust radio volume Accessory Jack Radio Plug-in Charging Audio Accessories Use J to: Turn Scan On/Off* Monitor the Frequency Use [ and ] to: Change Channels* Change menu settings Speaker * XU2600 and XV2600 Only
Diagram of Your New XSeries Radio and its Functions Getting Started X 4 Indicator Light Use B to: Transmit Call Tone Use M to: Talk Exit a menu Use \to: Scroll through menus Lock the keypad Use T / S to: *Access Presets Microphone Use P (Power) to: Turn power On/Off Adjust radio volume Accessory Jack Radio Plug-in Charging Audio Accessories Use J to: Turn Scan On/Off* Monitor the Frequency Use [ and ] to: Change Channels* Change menu settings Speaker * XU2600 and XV2600 Only
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... into the lower jack (small hole). • Plug the charger into an electric outlet. Getting Started If the radio is On while charging, additional time is acceptable. Charging with the radio, or other XTN Series accessories. Note: For optimum battery life, the battery must not be left charging for the first time, it will glow red if charging properly. The light on the charger will only need up to charge the battery.
... into the lower jack (small hole). • Plug the charger into an electric outlet. Getting Started If the radio is On while charging, additional time is acceptable. Charging with the radio, or other XTN Series accessories. Note: For optimum battery life, the battery must not be left charging for the first time, it will glow red if charging properly. The light on the charger will only need up to charge the battery.
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... of the radio; Turning On/Off Your Radio Turn knob Display Normal Menu Mode Turn the knob on the top of the radio clockwise to turn the P k radio Off. 188 218 The radio chirps and the display briefly shows all features and display segments of your radio. Volume You can set the volume by adjusting the knob on display. A diagram of the display) and the Frequency assigned to turn the radio On. Turn the knob counterclockwise to that Channel. P.
... of the radio; Turning On/Off Your Radio Turn knob Display Normal Menu Mode Turn the knob on the top of the radio clockwise to turn the P k radio Off. 188 218 The radio chirps and the display briefly shows all features and display segments of your radio. Volume You can set the volume by adjusting the knob on display. A diagram of the display) and the Frequency assigned to turn the radio On. Turn the knob counterclockwise to that Channel. P.
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You'll hear static if the Channel is activity on 0, or you may affect the strength of the incoming signal. Features Features Call Tone Your radio can transmit Call Tones to other radios in your Call Tone, press \ as needed to hear and select the Call Tone. Monitor To check for Channel activity, press and hold J. Note: The default is moving out of range. 6 1 Note: Obstacles that you are...
You'll hear static if the Channel is activity on 0, or you may affect the strength of the incoming signal. Features Features Call Tone Your radio can transmit Call Tones to other radios in your Call Tone, press \ as needed to hear and select the Call Tone. Monitor To check for Channel activity, press and hold J. Note: The default is moving out of range. 6 1 Note: Obstacles that you are...
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Hands-Free Use/VOX With Compatible VOX Accessories • Turn radio Off. • Open Accessory Cover. • Insert plug of your radio's microphone can be adjusted to : www.motorola.com/radios/professional Features X 13 To order accessories, please refer to fit different users or operating environments. Radio will display: g. Note: There is a short delay between when you start talking and the radio transmits. Microphone Gain The sensitivity of audio accessory firmly into Accessory Microphone and to page 14. If flashing, please refer to...
Hands-Free Use/VOX With Compatible VOX Accessories • Turn radio Off. • Open Accessory Cover. • Insert plug of your radio's microphone can be adjusted to : www.motorola.com/radios/professional Features X 13 To order accessories, please refer to fit different users or operating environments. Radio will display: g. Note: There is a short delay between when you start talking and the radio transmits. Microphone Gain The sensitivity of audio accessory firmly into Accessory Microphone and to page 14. If flashing, please refer to...
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...-cell batteries. Note: *This menu will remove a Channel from your two-way radio transmits a tone when you use the Scan feature. • Depressing [ will not appear if the Motorola NiMH Battery is flashing. Scan Advancement/ Nuisance Delete Scan has several temporary features to make it will return the next time you finish X transmitting. Nuisance Delete allows you to recognize and properly display the power remaining of -Transmission Tone When you turn this feature On, your Scan List...
...-cell batteries. Note: *This menu will remove a Channel from your two-way radio transmits a tone when you use the Scan feature. • Depressing [ will not appear if the Motorola NiMH Battery is flashing. Scan Advancement/ Nuisance Delete Scan has several temporary features to make it will return the next time you finish X transmitting. Nuisance Delete allows you to recognize and properly display the power remaining of -Transmission Tone When you turn this feature On, your Scan List...
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... disable the End-of -Transmission Tone and Call Tone are not heard but are transmitted. Settings and Functions Display Scan (XU2600, XV2600 Only) Battery Meter Manager Lock/User Lock Eavesdrop Reducer (2 Watt Models Only) Signal Strength Features Programming Mode Channel Frequency Setting and Interference Eliminator Code Frequency Indicator VOX/Microphone Gain X 17 Note: End-of -Transmission Tone feature, turn your radio Off and then back On while pressing and holding ]. • If you don't hear the Talk Confirmation Tone, you can enable it beeps...
... disable the End-of -Transmission Tone and Call Tone are not heard but are transmitted. Settings and Functions Display Scan (XU2600, XV2600 Only) Battery Meter Manager Lock/User Lock Eavesdrop Reducer (2 Watt Models Only) Signal Strength Features Programming Mode Channel Frequency Setting and Interference Eliminator Code Frequency Indicator VOX/Microphone Gain X 17 Note: End-of -Transmission Tone feature, turn your radio Off and then back On while pressing and holding ]. • If you don't hear the Talk Confirmation Tone, you can enable it beeps...
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... enabled. Channel: Current channel that the radio is "Off." [ P Turns Keypad Tones On/Off. Frequency: The frequency your radio. Key(s) Pressed. Radio default setting is using, depending upon radio model. 2. In order to talk with a choice of -Transmission Tone On/Off. Interference Eliminator Code: These codes help minimize interference by pressing and holding a button k while you are turning on your two-way radios, the following table lists the functions you with someone on your radio uses to transmit/receive. 3. Programming Mode M P Enable VOX without accessories...
... enabled. Channel: Current channel that the radio is "Off." [ P Turns Keypad Tones On/Off. Frequency: The frequency your radio. Key(s) Pressed. Radio default setting is using, depending upon radio model. 2. In order to talk with a choice of -Transmission Tone On/Off. Interference Eliminator Code: These codes help minimize interference by pressing and holding a button k while you are turning on your two-way radios, the following table lists the functions you with someone on your radio uses to transmit/receive. 3. Programming Mode M P Enable VOX without accessories...
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.... k Programming Mode The Cloning Feature used with Preset Channels and Manager Lock can help to duplicate radio settings easily for optimum audio quality. k illuminates and radio chirps to indicate access. • Exit k by turning the radio On while holding the M for three seconds. • The Programming icon; Note: k does not timeout. return to Scramble Code on page 21. 5. The above features with the optional accessory 53879 Multi-Unit Charger (MUC...
.... k Programming Mode The Cloning Feature used with Preset Channels and Manager Lock can help to duplicate radio settings easily for optimum audio quality. k illuminates and radio chirps to indicate access. • Exit k by turning the radio On while holding the M for three seconds. • The Programming icon; Note: k does not timeout. return to Scramble Code on page 21. 5. The above features with the optional accessory 53879 Multi-Unit Charger (MUC...
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... code. Scramble Code (2-watt models only) Your radio has the Scramble feature, which must match other radios for optimal radio quality. • Change the setting by pushing the \ until e is displayed. • Then press [ or ] to Off: 0. When you exit k, radio displays e. C K Note: Spirit GT radios operate on 12.5 kHz Bandwidth C, while M series operate on 25.0 kHz Bandwidth D. e0 • Select code 1, 2, or 3. k Programming Mode Bandwidth (when FCC allowable) Some frequencies have selectable channel...
... code. Scramble Code (2-watt models only) Your radio has the Scramble feature, which must match other radios for optimal radio quality. • Change the setting by pushing the \ until e is displayed. • Then press [ or ] to Off: 0. When you exit k, radio displays e. C K Note: Spirit GT radios operate on 12.5 kHz Bandwidth C, while M series operate on 25.0 kHz Bandwidth D. e0 • Select code 1, 2, or 3. k Programming Mode Bandwidth (when FCC allowable) Some frequencies have selectable channel...
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...-channel models, Manager Lock will be unaccessible when Y is chosen. • Make sure k is accessed. All of the Channel settings are assigned to that Channel to a preset, radio beeps to assign that Preset button. 22 Please refer to page 11. • Press [ or ] to choose desired Channel. • Press and hold T or S to confirm. k All buttons with the exception of radio settings. Programming Mode Manager Lock k This feature...
...-channel models, Manager Lock will be unaccessible when Y is chosen. • Make sure k is accessed. All of the Channel settings are assigned to that Channel to a preset, radio beeps to assign that Preset button. 22 Please refer to page 11. • Press [ or ] to choose desired Channel. • Press and hold T or S to confirm. k All buttons with the exception of radio settings. Programming Mode Manager Lock k This feature...
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... Cloning feature to page 11. Cloning The X Series radios have cloning capability when connected via the 53879 Multi-Unit Charger (MUC). Target Radio Display • The source radio enters Cloning Mode and clones through an extended press of the same band; Radios must be reset if Manager Lock is accessed. Note: The radio cannot be placed behind the Source radio and turned On. UHF or VHF. Multi-channel models can be plugged in for three seconds. Source Radio Display Programming Mode...
... Cloning feature to page 11. Cloning The X Series radios have cloning capability when connected via the 53879 Multi-Unit Charger (MUC). Target Radio Display • The source radio enters Cloning Mode and clones through an extended press of the same band; Radios must be reset if Manager Lock is accessed. Note: The radio cannot be placed behind the Source radio and turned On. UHF or VHF. Multi-channel models can be plugged in for three seconds. Source Radio Display Programming Mode...
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... same Channel, Frequency, Interference Eliminator Code and Scramble Code settings, depending upon model. Please refer to page 5, and/or page 8. Wearing radio close to page 20 for more information regarding: page 21. Obstructions and operating indoors, or in a pocket or on a belt decreases range. Please refer to body such as in vehicles, may interfere -- Please refer to page 11. Troubleshooting Symptom Limited talk range Message not received...
... same Channel, Frequency, Interference Eliminator Code and Scramble Code settings, depending upon model. Please refer to page 5, and/or page 8. Wearing radio close to page 20 for more information regarding: page 21. Obstructions and operating indoors, or in a pocket or on a belt decreases range. Please refer to body such as in vehicles, may interfere -- Please refer to page 11. Troubleshooting Symptom Limited talk range Message not received...
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A Accessory 13 Cover 4 Adjust volume 4 Alkaline batteries 8 B Back Cover 5 Bandwidth 21 Battery Alkaline 8 Install 8 Charge NTN8971NiMH 6 Meter 8 Optimum life 6 Setting 16 Button Beeps 18 C Call Display 12 Call Done 4,12 Channel 10,18 Activity 12 Change 4 Setting 20 Charger 6 Desktop Drop-in 7 Multi-unit 19 Plug-in 7 Charging 11 Clean radio 24 Cloning 19,23 Code Interference Eliminator 18,20 Scrambling 19 D Default Settings 23 Diagram Function 4 Drop-in Charger 7 E Exit a Menu 4 External VOX 14 F FCC FAX 1-202-418-0177 1 FORMS 1-800-418-3676...
A Accessory 13 Cover 4 Adjust volume 4 Alkaline batteries 8 B Back Cover 5 Bandwidth 21 Battery Alkaline 8 Install 8 Charge NTN8971NiMH 6 Meter 8 Optimum life 6 Setting 16 Button Beeps 18 C Call Display 12 Call Done 4,12 Channel 10,18 Activity 12 Change 4 Setting 20 Charger 6 Desktop Drop-in 7 Multi-unit 19 Plug-in 7 Charging 11 Clean radio 24 Cloning 19,23 Code Interference Eliminator 18,20 Scrambling 19 D Default Settings 23 Diagram Function 4 Drop-in Charger 7 E Exit a Menu 4 External VOX 14 F FCC FAX 1-202-418-0177 1 FORMS 1-800-418-3676...
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... upon model A (alkaline) n (other rechargeable single cells) A Does not appear if using NiMH. Scroll through menus. Lock Keypad - 3 seconds. T • *Access Preset Channe.l S B • Transmit call tone. • M• ] or • [ \ • • Talk on the radio. Mic Gain/ Sensitivity Level *Scan List Choose1 low, 2 medium, or 3 high sensitivity. ?shows Mic Gain, ? Lock Keypad Hold \for 3 seconds XTN Series Buttons P • Turn power On/Off. Scroll through and change Channels or Menu settings. XTN Series Features Radio...
... upon model A (alkaline) n (other rechargeable single cells) A Does not appear if using NiMH. Scroll through menus. Lock Keypad - 3 seconds. T • *Access Preset Channe.l S B • Transmit call tone. • M• ] or • [ \ • • Talk on the radio. Mic Gain/ Sensitivity Level *Scan List Choose1 low, 2 medium, or 3 high sensitivity. ?shows Mic Gain, ? Lock Keypad Hold \for 3 seconds XTN Series Buttons P • Turn power On/Off. Scroll through and change Channels or Menu settings. XTN Series Features Radio...
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... to pay and no service contracts. Compatible with Motorola Spirit® radios and M Series audio accessories. • Cloning Capability Radio Specification Chart Transmit Power Receiver Sensitivity • Hands-Free Mode (VOX) Advanced voice activation (VOX) lets you talk hands-free; Off. All other trademarks indicated as a toy or plaything. This product is required. With no training needed for heavy duty, everyday of their respective owners. © 2001 Motorola, Inc. Manager Lock feature, there's little to no...
... to pay and no service contracts. Compatible with Motorola Spirit® radios and M Series audio accessories. • Cloning Capability Radio Specification Chart Transmit Power Receiver Sensitivity • Hands-Free Mode (VOX) Advanced voice activation (VOX) lets you talk hands-free; Off. All other trademarks indicated as a toy or plaything. This product is required. With no training needed for heavy duty, everyday of their respective owners. © 2001 Motorola, Inc. Manager Lock feature, there's little to no...