Motorola Ap73 Portable Radios User Manual

							Information For Safe, Efficient Operation
632-Year Warranty
Electromagnetic Interference/compatibility
Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to elec-
tromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately
shielded, designed or otherwise conÞgured for electro-
magnetic compatibility.
¥ Turn your radio OFF in any facilities where
posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or
health care facilities may be using equipment that
could be sensitive to external RF energy.
¥ Turn your radio off when on board aircraft when
instructed to do so. Any use of the radio must be
in accordance with Federal Aviation Administra-
tion (FAA) and FCC regulations or crew instruc-
tions.
CAUTION¥ Do not use the radio with a damaged antenna. If
a damaged antenna comes into contact with the
skin, a minor burn may result.
¥ All batteries can cause property damage, injury
or burns if a conductive material such as jewelry,
keys or beaded chains touches exposed termi-
nals. The material may complete an electrical cir-
cuit (short circuit) and become quite hot.
Exercise care in handling any charged battery,
particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse
or other container with metal objects.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are
often, but not always, clearly marked. They include
fuelling areas such as below deck on boats, fuel or
chemical transfer or storage facilities; areas where the
air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain,
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would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle
engine.
WARNING¥ Turn your radio OFF when in any area with a
potentially explosive atmosphere, unless it is a
type especially qualiÞed for such use (for exam-
ple, FMRC Approved). Sparks in such areas
could cause an explosion or Þre resulting in
bodily injury or even death.
¥ Do not replace or charge batteries in a hazard-
ous atmosphere. Contact sparking may occur
while installing or removing batteries and cause
an explosion.
Blasting Caps And Areas
WARNINGTo avoid possible interference with blasting opera-
tions, turn your radio OFF near electrical blasting
caps or in a Òblasting areaÓ or in areas posted: ÒTurn
off two-way radioÓ. Obey all signs and instructions.
For Vehicles With An Air Bag
WARNINGAn air bag inßates with great force. Do not place
objects, including portable or mobile two-way
radios, in the area over the air bag or in the air bag
deployment area. If improperly installed or placed
wireless equipment is in the air bag deployment
area and the air bag inßates, serious injury could
result. 
						

							Recycling / Disposal of NiCd Batteries
652-Year Warranty
Recycling / Disposal of NiCd Batteries
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) clas-
siÞes used NiCd batteries as hazardous waste, unless
certain exemptions apply.
At the end of your batteryÕs useful life, it can be recy-
cled. However, recycling facilities may not be available
in all areas. Under various state or local laws, such
batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly,
and cannot be dumped in landÞlls or incinerators.
Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling
of NiCd batteries. The following is a list of recycling
facilities around the world, where you can ship your
NiCd batteries post paid to be recycled:
United States
I
NMETCO
P.O. Box 720
245 Porteville Road
Ellwood City, PA 16117
Tel:(412) 758-5515
Fax:(412) 758-9311
Europe
S.N.A.M.
Rue de la Garenne
Z.I. Chesnes Tharabie -BP733
Saint Quentin Fallavier
38297 La Verpilliere Cedex,
France
Tel: 033-74-94-59-85
Fax: 033-74-94-13-18
Asia
Hanil Metal Recycle Co. Ltd.
2404 Palryong-dong
Changwon-Shi
Kyongsangnam-Do, Korea
Tel: 082-551-93-1911
Fax: 082-551-96-0050 
						

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Japan
Marubeni Co.
Head OfÞce/Attn. B6B2
4-2 Ohtemachi 1-Choma
Ciyoda-Ku, Tokyo, Japan
Nippon Recycle Ctr., Corp.
6-3-19, Nishitamma, Kita-Ku
Osaka, 530, Japan
Tel: 081-6-311-9071
Fax: 081-311-0949
You should consider the methods of collecting, label-
ing, and shipping used NiCd batteries. Consult your
federal, state, or local EPA for speciÞc legal require-
ments and for recycling options in your area.
Motorola, as a responsible corporate citizen, has
always been concerned with the protection of the envi-
ronment. Please feel free to call our toll-free number,1-
800-422-4210, for further battery information. 
						

							Licensing & Service Information
672-Year Warranty
Licensing & Service Information
Licensing
This radio operates on FM radio communication fre-
quencies and is subject to therules and regulations
of the local communications governing agencies.
These agencies may require that all operators using
general mobile radio frequencies obtain a radio
license before operating their equipment. To determine
the speciÞc requirements, contact your local communi-
cations governing agency. This agency can supply
information required to properly obtain and complete
the license application form and various operational
issues.
Service
Because this unit contains a radio transmitter, most
local governments prohibit anyone from making inter-
nal adjustments to the transmitter unless speciÞcally
licensed to do so by government regulations. If your
radio fails to operate or any operational difÞculties
arise, contact your local Motorola dealer.
Proper repair and maintenance procedures assure
efÞcient operation and long life for this radio. 
						

							Troubleshooting
682-Year Warranty
Troubleshooting
Radio is dead.
Possible Problem (1):Batteries may be dead (alkaline)
or not properly charged (NiCd).
Solution :If the display does not light, or the
ÔBATTÕ indicator ßashes on and off, you
should replace the alkaline batteries, or
if you are using NiCd batteries, recharge
them.
Possible Problem (2):Batteries may not be positioned
correctly in the radio.
Solution :See ÒInstalling and Removing BatteriesÓ
on page 8 for the appropriate battery
installation instructions.
NiCd battery does not charge or last long enough.
Possible Problem (1):Battery may be incorrectly
charged.
Solution :If you use a desktop charger, make sure
the battery is positioned properly in the
charger base. If you are using a wall
charger, make sure that the LED on the
charger glows red, indicating correct
charging status. See ÒCharging with Wall
ChargerÓ on page 11 and ÒCharging with
Desktop ChargerÓ on page 12.
Possible Problem (2):Battery may not be fully
charged.
Solution :Turn radio off while charging battery.
Charging time will be doubled if the
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Possible Problem (3):The battery life is based on a
duty cycle where the radio is transmitting
5%, receiving 5%, and in standby mode
90% of the time. Usage that differs from this
will change the typical battery life expect-
ancy accordingly.
Solution :If you use your radio for a longer period
of time than the standard duty cycle, you
may need to recharge your battery again.
Possible Problem (4):Battery or charger contacts may
be dirty.
Solution :Clean battery and charger contacts
often.
Alkaline Battery does not last long enough (
						

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Radio will not talk to other radios in system.
Possible Problem (1):Radios may be on different fre-
quencies, or having different Coded
Squelch Codes.
Solution :Verify that frequencies and Coded
Squelch Codes are the same for all
radios in your talk group.
Hearing other conversations or noise on your radio.
Possible Problem (1):Users do not have exclusive use
of frequencies. Frequencies must be shared
using proper radio etiquette.
Solution :Use proper radio etiquette.
NOTECoded squelch screens out other usersÕ conversa-
tions on your radio, but other users who share your
frequency may still hear your conversations.
Limited talk range.
Possible Problem (1):Using your radio in basements,
steel structures, concrete buildings, auto-
mobiles, or heavy foliage decreases its
range.
Solution :These are standard characteristics of
transmitters. External magnetic mount
antennas are recommended for best
range when communicating in an auto-
mobile. If the radio supports the High/
Low Power Output option, check that the
radio is not in Low Power Transmit
Mode; the ÒLOWÓ indicator on the LCD
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Possible Problem (2):Operating the radio while it is
close to your body (i.e. in a pocket or on a
belt) and while you are using audio acces-
sories decreases its range because of the
shielding effect of your body.
Solution :The higher the radio is held, the better
the talk range. Use of audio accessories
is only recommended in close range sit-
uations for best results.
Possible Problem (3):The Carrier Squelch Level may
be set too high.
Solution :Set the Carrier Squelch Level to a lower
value (see ÒSetting Squelch LevelÓ on
page 20).
You hear constant static from speaker.
Possible Problem (1):The alkaline batteries may be
weak (or the NiCd battery may be dis-
charged).
Solution :Press and hold the PTT while looking at
the LCD. If the ÔBATTÕ indicator ßashes
continuously while still holding the PTT,
the batteries should be replaced or
recharged.
Possible Problem (2):When using your radio around
computers or electronic equipment, you
may hear static or interference from these
devices.
Solution :Enable Coded Squelch. Coded squelch
screens out this type of interference (see
ÒChanging Squelch ModesÓ on page 18).
You have tried a solution for any of the above symp- 
						

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toms, without success.
Possible Problem (1):The radio may need to be
repaired.
Solution :If the unit is still under warranty, return it
to the place of purchase for repairs, or
contact your nearest Motorola dealer
listed in your local yellow pages.