Motorola M Series Two Way Radio Owners Manual

 
2 and 4 Channel Models 
1. Turn Channel Selector knob to channel 1. 
Fig. I
2. Hold Push-To-Talk button down while 
turning radio on.  
Fig. J 
Radio announces current frequency set-
ting for that channel. Example: “fre-
quency one” 
3. Press Push-To-Talk button to scroll 
through frequencies. 
Radio announces each frequency as you
scroll. Example: “two...three...” 
4. Release Push-To-Talk when you have 
reached desired frequency.
5. Turn Channel Selector knob to channel 2 
and repeat steps 3 and 4...

 
1 Channel UHF Spirit Models 
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1 Channel VHF Spirit Models 
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FREQUENCY TABLES 
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Your M-Series VHF radio is pre-set to these frequency(ies): 
Channel 1:  
Frequency 3  
Channel 3:   
Frequency 1  
Channel 2:  
Frequency 4 
Channel 4:   
Frequency 2 Your M-Series UHF radio is pre-set to these frequency(ies): 
Channel 1: 
 Frequency 2 
Channel 3: 
 Frequency 5 
Channel 2: 
 Frequency 8 
Channel 4: 
 Frequency 6 
Frequency Frequency  Frequency Frequency Frequency  Frequency
Number MHz Color Number...

 
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CODE TABLES 
M-Series 
Radios 
Code 
Freq. 
Code 
Freq. 
Dip Switch Positions Code 
Freq.
No. Hz No. Hz S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 (PLXXX) Hz 
1 67.0 XZ 67.0 D D D D D D U U 001 67.0
2 71.9 XA 71.9 U D D D D D U U 002 71.9
3 74.4 WA 74.4 D D D D D U U U N/A N/A
4 77.0 XB 77.0 U U D D D D U U 003 77.0
5 79.7 WB 79.7 D D D D U D U U N/A N/A
6 82.5 YZ 82.5 U D D D D U U U 004 82.5
7 85.4 YA 85.4 D D D D U U U U N/A N/A
8 88.5 YB 88.5 U U D D D U U U 005 88.5
9 91.5 ZZ 91.5 D D D U D D U U N/A N/A
10 94.8...

 
Turn the Radio On/Off 
Turn the On-Off/Volume knob clockwise. You
will hear a beep and see the Transmit Light
flash momentarily to indicate the radio is on.
To turn the radio off, turn the On-Off/Volume
knob counterclockwise. You will hear a click
to indicate the radio is turned off. 
Adjust the Volume 
Hold Monitor button down to listen to audio
level while rotating On-Off/Volume knob.
Rotate knob clockwise to increase and coun-
terclockwise to decrease volume. 
To Send/Receive Messages 
Check channel...

 
Built-In VOX (Optional) 
Some M-Series models have built-in VOX
(Voice Activated Transmission). This feature
allows hands-free operation of your radio.
The sound of your voice activates transmis-
sion when the radio is used with a Headset
With Swivel Boom Mic (HMN9038) or Ear-
piece With Microphone (HMN9039) (Both
headset and earpiece are sold separately).  
To Use VOX Feature 
1. Turn the radio off.
2. Open Accessory Jack Cover and plug 
accessory’s connector firmly into jack. 
Fig. O.
3. Turn radio on...

 
TROUBLESHOOTING 
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Solution 
Reposition or charge battery pack.
If using Charger Adapter, make sure the plug is firmly con-
nected into jack and the light on the adapter glows indicating
correct charging status.
If Desktop Charger is used, make sure battery is positioned
properly and light on tray is on.
Radio should be turned off when charging. Charge time will be
longer if it is left on.
Heavy usage may require a spare battery or recharging.
Make sure the Push-To-Talk button is completely pressed...

 
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Radio Care 
• To clean the radio housing, wipe with a 
soft cloth dampened with water. 
• Don’t use cleaners or solvents on the 
radio, they can harm the body and leak 
inside, causing permanent damage. 
• Battery contacts may be wiped with a dry, 
lint-free cloth. 
Radio Range VHF UHF 
Maximum Range 
Outdoor-
Flat Ground with no Obstructions Up To 5 Miles Up To 5 Miles 
Medium Range 
Outdoor-
Near Residential Buildings Up To 2 Miles Up To 2 Miles 
Minimum Range 
Indoor-
Steel and Concrete...

SAFETY INFORMATION
EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY
The design of your Motorola two-way radio, which
generates radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic
energy, complies with the following national and
international standards and guidelines.
The Relevant Guidelines and Standards Are:
• FCC Report and Order FCC 96-326 (August, 
1996)
• American National Standards Institute (C95-1 - 
1992)
• National Council on Radiation Protection and 
Measurements (NCRP - 1986)
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing...

! 
WARNING
POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE 
ATMOSPHERES
• Turn your radio OFF when in any area with
a potentially explosive atmosphere, unless
it is a type especially qualified for such use
(for example, FMRC Approved). Sparks in
such areas could cause an explosion or
fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. 
• Do not replace or charge batteries in a
hazardous atmosphere. Contact sparking
may occur while installing or removing bat-
teries and cause an explosion. 
Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres...

Spirit M-Series radios and accessories have a one (1) year limited warranty.
Limited Warranty Motorola Communication Products
This warranty applies within the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia.
I.WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS AND FOR HOW LONG:MOTOROLA INC. (MOTOROLA) warrants the MOTOROLA products listed below in the product war-
ranty schedule section of this warranty document (Product) against defects in material and workman-
ship under normal use and service for a period of time from...