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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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... Chart 70 RDU4100 - Quick Instructions 64 RDV5100 - 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 ...Radio using the Radio to Radio (R2R) Cloning Cable (Optional Accessory 53 Cloning using the CPS (Computer Programming Software 55 Troubleshooting 56 Use and Care 60 Frequency and Code Charts 61 RDX VHF Frequencies Chart 61 RDV2020 - Cloning with RDX Radios - VHF Default Frequencies Chart 65 RDX UHF Frequencies Chart 66 RDU2020...
... Chart 70 RDU4100 - Quick Instructions 64 RDV5100 - 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 ...Radio using the Radio to Radio (R2R) Cloning Cable (Optional Accessory 53 Cloning using the CPS (Computer Programming Software 55 Troubleshooting 56 Use and Care 60 Frequency and Code Charts 61 RDX VHF Frequencies Chart 61 RDV2020 - Cloning with RDX Radios - VHF Default Frequencies Chart 65 RDX UHF Frequencies Chart 66 RDU2020...
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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 This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. SAFETY PRODUCT SAFETY AND RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE ! ATTENTION!
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 This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. SAFETY PRODUCT SAFETY AND RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE ! ATTENTION!
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... to properly operate the radio before use Business Radios, RPSD 1C15, Motorola 8000 West Sunrise Boulevard Plantation, Florida 33322 PACKAGE CONTENTS • Radio • Antenna (only for all of today's fast-paced industries. The RDX Series™ radios provide cost-effective communications for purchasing the Motorola® RDX Series™ Radio. This radio is a product of Motorola's 75 plus years of...
... to properly operate the radio before use Business Radios, RPSD 1C15, Motorola 8000 West Sunrise Boulevard Plantation, Florida 33322 PACKAGE CONTENTS • Radio • Antenna (only for all of today's fast-paced industries. The RDX Series™ radios provide cost-effective communications for purchasing the Motorola® RDX Series™ Radio. This radio is a product of Motorola's 75 plus years of...
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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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... result in risk of electrical shock or fire. 7. To reduce risk of injury, charge only the rechargeable Motorola-authorized batteries. Take it to 9.8 feet (3.0 m). 5. To reduce risk of an improper extension cord could result in any maintenance or cleaning 7 English Use of ...injury and damage. 2. Before using the battery charger, read all the instructions and cautionary markings on • the charger, • the battery, and • the radio using the battery 1. To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, do not operate the charger if it is 18AWG for lengths up to...
... result in risk of electrical shock or fire. 7. To reduce risk of injury, charge only the rechargeable Motorola-authorized batteries. Take it to 9.8 feet (3.0 m). 5. To reduce risk of an improper extension cord could result in any maintenance or cleaning 7 English Use of ...injury and damage. 2. Before using the battery charger, read all the instructions and cautionary markings on • the charger, • the battery, and • the radio using the battery 1. To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, do not operate the charger if it is 18AWG for lengths up to...
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...;C (104°F). • Make sure that the cord is not suitable for outdoor use. 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.
...;C (104°F). • Make sure that the cord is not suitable for outdoor use. 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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...Faxed contact the Fax-On- Operation is made available on FCC Form 601 and Schedules D, H, and Remittance Form 159. To transmit on radio frequencies that this device does not cause harmful interference. To obtain these frequencies, you wish to the condition that are required to have questions,... contact information. FCC LICENSING INFORMATION FCC LICENSING INFORMATION INTERFERENCE INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. RDX Series™ Business two-way radios operate on these FCC forms, request document 000601 which includes all forms and instructions.
...Faxed contact the Fax-On- Operation is made available on FCC Form 601 and Schedules D, H, and Remittance Form 159. To transmit on radio frequencies that this device does not cause harmful interference. To obtain these frequencies, you wish to the condition that are required to have questions,... contact information. FCC LICENSING INFORMATION FCC LICENSING INFORMATION INTERFERENCE INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. RDX Series™ Business two-way radios operate on these FCC forms, request document 000601 which includes all forms and instructions.
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... to be distributed is subject to government regulations and may void the user's authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio could violate FCC rules. FCC LICENSING INFORMATION Before filling out 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 the FCC equipment authorization for this radio and should be prohibited English 10 See "Frequencies and Code Charts". ...
... to be distributed is subject to government regulations and may void the user's authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio could violate FCC rules. FCC LICENSING INFORMATION Before filling out 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 the FCC equipment authorization for this radio and should be prohibited English 10 See "Frequencies and Code Charts". ...
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... Channel Selector Knob Used to switch the radio to give battery status, power-up status, radio call information and scan status. Microphone Speaks clearly into the microphone when sending a message. Antenna For models RDU2020, and RDV2020 the antennas are removable. RADIO OVERVIEW English 12 Side Buttons Push-to-...be configured by the CPS. On/Off/Volume Knob Used to turn the radio ON or OFF and to listen. For RDV5100, RDU4100 antennas are non-removable. The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery RDX Series™ provides different types of batteries. Accessory Connector Used to connect...
... Channel Selector Knob Used to switch the radio to give battery status, power-up status, radio call information and scan status. Microphone Speaks clearly into the microphone when sending a message. Antenna For models RDU2020, and RDV2020 the antennas are removable. RADIO OVERVIEW English 12 Side Buttons Push-to-...be configured by the CPS. On/Off/Volume Knob Used to turn the radio ON or OFF and to listen. For RDV5100, RDU4100 antennas are non-removable. The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery RDX Series™ provides different types of batteries. Accessory Connector Used to connect...
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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. 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
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...the battery warranty. About the Li-Ion Battery The RDX Series™ radio comes equipped with each cycle. Charging a cold battery (below 50° F [10°C]) may lead to ensure that will last. Motorola batteries are the regular overcharge of batteries and the ... charged before initial use Alkaline batteries. Charging in non-Motorola equipment may result in leakage of electrolyte and ultimately in reduced discharge capacity, affecting the performance of the radio. BATTERY FEATURES RDX Series™ radios provide Lithium-Ion batteries that come in different capacities that...
...the battery warranty. About the Li-Ion Battery The RDX Series™ radio comes equipped with each cycle. Charging a cold battery (below 50° F [10°C]) may lead to ensure that will last. Motorola batteries are the regular overcharge of batteries and the ... charged before initial use Alkaline batteries. Charging in non-Motorola equipment may result in leakage of electrolyte and ultimately in reduced discharge capacity, affecting the performance of the radio. BATTERY FEATURES RDX Series™ radios provide Lithium-Ion batteries that come in different capacities that...
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...Contact your area. Many retailers and dealers participate in all areas. and Canada, Motorola participates in the nationwide Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program for specific requirements ... for Li-Ion battery collection and recycling. For the location of Li-Ion batteries. In the U.S. Under various U.S. Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of the drop-off facility closest to you, access RBRC's Internet web site at:... landfills or incinerators. However, recycling facilities may not be available in this program. RADIO OVERVIEW 15 English
...Contact your area. Many retailers and dealers participate in all areas. and Canada, Motorola participates in the nationwide Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program for specific requirements ... for Li-Ion battery collection and recycling. For the location of Li-Ion batteries. In the U.S. Under various U.S. Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of the drop-off facility closest to you, access RBRC's Internet web site at:... landfills or incinerators. However, recycling facilities may not be available in this program. RADIO OVERVIEW 15 English
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... the battery towards the radio until a click is heard. Turn OFF the radio. 2. Press the top part of the radio's body. 3. Pull the battery away from the radio. Push down the battery latch and hold it depressed while removing the battery. 3. With the Motorola logo side up on ...page 14 English 16 1. Turn OFF the radio. 2. Installing the Lithium...
... the battery towards the radio until a click is heard. Turn OFF the radio. 2. Press the top part of the radio's body. 3. Pull the battery away from the radio. Push down the battery latch and hold it depressed while removing the battery. 3. With the Motorola logo side up on ...page 14 English 16 1. Turn OFF the radio. 2. Installing the Lithium...
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...ON. 2. Pull the top of the battery, downwards. 3. 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. Assemble alkaline battery pack in the same steps as installing the Li-Ion ...battery pack. 4. Remove Li-Ion battery. 3. Alkaline Battery Pack (Optional Accessory) Installing Alkaline Batteries Removing Alkaline Batteries RADIO OVERVIEW Alkaline Battery Door Alkaline Battery Door 1. Slide the 5 AA alkaline batteries into the frame, matching the markings inside the compartment 1. Turn...
...ON. 2. Pull the top of the battery, downwards. 3. 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. Assemble alkaline battery pack in the same steps as installing the Li-Ion ...battery pack. 4. Remove Li-Ion battery. 3. Alkaline Battery Pack (Optional Accessory) Installing Alkaline Batteries Removing Alkaline Batteries RADIO OVERVIEW Alkaline Battery Door Alkaline Battery Door 1. Slide the 5 AA alkaline batteries into the frame, matching the markings inside the compartment 1. Turn...
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Attaching and Removing Antenna These instructions apply ONLY to fasten it . Attaching the Antenna Removing the Antenna RADIO OVERVIEW 1. Turn the antenna clockwise to models RDU4100 and RDV5100. Turn the antenna counterclockwise until you can remove it . 1. English 18 Align the threaded end of these models. Do not attempt to remove the antenna if your radio is not one of the antenna with the radio's antenna connector. 2.
Attaching and Removing Antenna These instructions apply ONLY to fasten it . Attaching the Antenna Removing the Antenna RADIO OVERVIEW 1. Turn the antenna clockwise to models RDU4100 and RDV5100. Turn the antenna counterclockwise until you can remove it . 1. English 18 Align the threaded end of these models. Do not attempt to remove the antenna if your radio is not one of the antenna with the radio's antenna connector. 2.
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... Power Supply, Adaptor and Drop-in Tray Charger and one Drop-in Tray Charger Spring Action Belt Clip 1. Power Supply Drop-in Tray Charger The radio is equipped with one Power Supply with Adaptor. For details, see "Chargers" on the belt clip tab and push the spring action belt clip upward... to remove. To remove, pull back the metal release tab on page 81. RADIO OVERVIEW 19 English Slide the spring action belt clip rails into the belt clip grooves on the back of the battery pack and slide it...
... Power Supply, Adaptor and Drop-in Tray Charger and one Drop-in Tray Charger Spring Action Belt Clip 1. Power Supply Drop-in Tray Charger The radio is equipped with one Power Supply with Adaptor. For details, see "Chargers" on the belt clip tab and push the spring action belt clip upward... to remove. To remove, pull back the metal release tab on page 81. RADIO OVERVIEW 19 English Slide the spring action belt clip rails into the belt clip grooves on the back of the battery pack and slide it...
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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