Motorola M Series Two Way Radio Owners Manual
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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 above. 4 Channel Models: Repeat to set chan- nels 3 and 4. 6. Press Monitor button to select and save new frequency setting. Fig. L Radio announces current code setting. Example: “code two nine” 7. Press Push-To-Talk button to scroll through codes. Radio announces each code as you scroll. Example: “three zero...three one” 8. Release Push-To-Talk when you have reached desired code. 9. Press Monitor button to select and save new code setting. Radio “beeps” to indicate it has exited programming and is ready for use. Notes: • To use this radio with other Spirit models, please see tables on pages 10-11. • Code numbers with two digits (10-38) will be announced “one zero...three eight”. • You can only scroll forward when select- ing frequency or code. • When you are changing frequency or code, you can not send messages. • The Code setting applies to all channels. You can not select a different code for each channel. • For Radios With Scan: The radio will sound a warning tone if you accidentally switch to the “s” position while program- ming. See page 12 for more information. 9 FIG. KFIG. L Push-To-TalkMonitor FIG. I 2 or 4 Channel Model Channel Selector Knob

1 Channel UHF Spirit Models † 1 Channel VHF Spirit Models †† FREQUENCY TABLES 10 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 MHz Color 1 464.5000 Brown 1 151.6250 Red 2 464.5500 Yellow 2 151.9550 Purple 3 467.7625 J 3 154.5700 Blue 4 467.8125 K 4 154.6000 Green 5 467.8500 Silver Star 6 467.8750 Gold Star 7 467.9000 Red Star 8 467.9250 Blue Star Spirit M-Series UHF* Spirit M-Series VHF** Dip Switch Positions Freq. MHz Color S1 S2 S3 S4 464.5000 Brown OFF OFF ON ON 464.5500 Yellow ON ON OFF OFF 467.7625 J ON ON ON ON 467.8125 K OFF OFF OFF OFF 467.8500 Silver Star ON ON ON OFF 467.8750 Gold Star OFF OFF OFF ON 467.9000 Red Star ON OFF OFF OFF 467.9250 Blue Star OFF ON ON ON Dip Switch Positions Freq. MHz Color S1 S2 S3 S4 151.6250 Red ON ON OFF OFF 151.9550 Purple OFF OFF ON ON 154.5700 Blue OFF OFF OFF OFF 154.6000 Green ON ON ON ON Channel 1 Channel 2 Dip Switch Positions Freq. MHz Color Freq. MHz Color S1 S2 S3 S4 464.5500 Yellow 464.5000 Brown OFF OFF OFF OFF 467.7625 J 464.5000 Brown OFF ON OFF OFF 464.5500 Yellow 467.8125 K OFF OFF ON OFF 467.7625 J 467.8125 K OFF ON ON OFF 467.8500 Silver 467.8125 K OFF OFF OFF ON 464.5500 Yellow 467.9250 Blue Star OFF ON OFF ON 467.7625 J 467.9250 Blue Star OFF OFF ON ON 467.8500 Silver 467.925O Blue Star OFF ON ON ON Channel 1 Channel 2 Dip Switch Positions Freq. MHz Color Freq. MHz Color S1 S2 S3 S4 151.6250 Red 154.6000 Green OFF OFF OFF OFF 151.6250 Red 154.5700 Blue OFF ON OFF OFF 151.6250 Red 151.9550 Purple OFF OFF ON OFF 154.6000 Green 154.5700 Blue OFF ON ON OFF Channel Frequency MHz Color 1 464.5000 Brown 2 464.5500 Yellow Channel Frequency MHz Color 1 151.6250 Red 2 151.9550 Purple *Series number begins with MU. **Series number begins with MV. † Series number begins with SU or states Spirit Pro +. †† Series number begins with SV, AV, PC, CS,CV or states Spirit 2-Way or Spirit Pro. Spirit UHF Model SU42 Spirit VHF Model SV522 Channel UHF Spirit Models † 2 Channel VHF Spirit Models †† New FCC licensees should not use frequencies 467.7625 MHz (J) and 467.8125 MHz (K). Call 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322) with your questions. Spirit M-Series Radio Frequencies Your Spirit M-Series radio operates on the following frequencies. 4 AND 5 WATT MODELS 1 AND 2 WATT MODELS Other Spirit Radio Frequencies To program other Spirit radios to the same frequency(ies) as your M-Series radio, please use the following tables to match frequency settings:

11 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 ZA 94.8 U D D D U D U U 006 94.8 11 97.4 ZB 97.4 D D D U D U U U N/A N/A 12 100.0 1Z 100.0 U U D D U D U U N/A N/A 13 103.5 1A 103.5 U D D D U U U U 007 103.5 14 107.2 1B 107.2 U U D D U U U U 008 107.2 15 110.9 2Z 110.9 U D D U D D U U 009 110.9 16 114.8 2A 114.8 U U D U D D U U 010 114.8 17 118.8 2B 118.8 U D D U D U U U 011 118.8 18 123.0 3Z 123.0 U U D U D U U U 012 123.0 19 127.3 3A 127.3 U D D U U D U U 013 127.3 20 131.8 3B 131.8 U U D U U D U U 014 131.8 21 136.5 4Z 136.5 U D D U U U U U 015 136.5 22 141.3 4A 141.3 U U D U U U U U 016 141.3 23 146.2 4B 146.2 U D U D D D U U 017 146.2 24 151.4 5Z 151.4 U U U D D D U U 018 151.4 25 156.7 5A 156.7 U D U D D U U U 019 156.7 26 162.2 5B 162.2 U U U D D U U U 020 162.2 27 167.9 6Z 167.9 U D U D U D U U 021 167.9 28 173.8 6A 173.8 U U U D U D U U 022 173.8 29 179.9 6B 179.9 U D U D U U U U 023 179.9 30 186.2 7Z 186.2 U U U D U U U U 024 186.2 31 192.8 7A 192.8 U D U U D D U U 025 192.8 32 203.5 M1 203.5 U U U U D D U U 026 203.5 33 210.7 M2 210.7 U D U U D U U U 027 210.7 34 218.1 M3 218.1 U U U U D U U U 028 218.1 35 225.7 M4 225.7 U D U U U D U U 029 225.7 36 233.6 M5 233.6 U U U U U D U U 030 233.6 37 241.8 M6 241.8 U D U U U U U U 031 241.8 38 250.3 M7 250.3 U U U U U U U U 032 250.3 OFF None — None X X X X X X X D 000 None 4 & 5 Watt Models Other Spirit Radios 1 & 2 Watt Models D = Down U = Up X = Either Up or Down N/A = Not Available None = Interference Eliminator Code is off. This allows you to monitor all activity on the channel you are using. Your Spirit M-Series radio is pre-set to code 29. CODE TABLE KEY

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 activity by pressing Monitor button. You will hear static if the channel is clear to use. Do not transmit if someone is talking on channel. 1. To send messages, press Push-To-Talk and speak into radio. (To maximize clarity, hold radio 1 to 2 inches from mouth). Fig. M 2. The Transmit Light will glow continuously when sending messages. 3. To listen for messages, release the Push-To- Talk button. 12s Scan (Optional) Some M-Series models have Scan. Scan allows you to monitor the radio’s pro- grammed channels and code. When the radio detects someone talking, it stops scanning and locks in on the active chan- nel. It allows you to listen and talk back automatically to the person transmitting without having to switch channels. Note: To communicate in scan, your radio must be set to the same frequency and code as the other radio(s) in your group. To Use Scan Feature 1. Move the Channel Selector knob to the “s” position (Fig. N). The radio will scan the radio’s programmed channels and code in sequential order. 2. When the radio detects someone talking, you will hear the message. 3. Press Push-To-Talk button to talk back on the channel. In scan, you will always transmit back to the channel which last sent a message. Notes: • In scan, after you receive a message, the radio will remain on that channel for three seconds before returning to scan mode. • If you set the Channel Selector knob to the “s” position (scan mode) and no activ- ity is detected, you will transmit on chan- nel 1 when you press the Push-To-Talk OPERATIONS 12 FIG. N 4 Channel Model FIG. M Time-out Timer: The Time-out Timer feature prevents channel congestion and helps extend battery life. The radio will sound a warning tone if the Push- To-Talk button is pressed for 60 continuous seconds and will stop transmitting. See page 15 for range information.

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 and lower volume before placing accessory on head or in ear. Press Monitor button while rotating Volume knob to adjust volume to a com- fortable listening level. 4. To transmit, speak into accessory micro- phone. To receive, stop talking. There will be a one second delay between when you start or stop talking and radio transmission. 13 Accessories There are many audio, charging and carrying accessories (sold separately) available for Spirit M-Series radios. Accessories allow you to customize radios to suit your business communication needs. The right accessory can enhance productivity and that can help you increase customer satisfaction. For information, contact your place of pur- chase or call Motorola at: 1-800-448-6686 Exit VOX Feature 1. Press Push-To-Talk button once. 2. To transmit, press Push-To-Talk button. 3. To receive messages, release Push- To-Talk button. 4. To return to VOX mode, turn the radio off, then on again. Note: The Accessory Jack Cover is not detachable and should be closed when not in use.

TROUBLESHOOTING 14 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 and the Transmit Light is on while you talk. Insert, reposition or charge battery pack. Confirm radios are set on the same Channel and Interference Eliminator Code settings. See pages 8-11. Obstructions, operating indoors or in vehicles may interfere with communication. Change your location. Check to make sure the radio is on and the volume is set to a comfortable listening level. The code must be set to “OFF” on your radio to receive a mes- sage from a radio without code capability. Make sure Push-To-Talk is not inadvertently being pressed on receiving radio. Check that your Interference Eliminator Code is set (Active settings are 1 - 38). Other users may be using channel - change code. If you are part of a group, change the code on all radios. Steel/concrete structures, heavy foliage and use in buildings and in vehicles will decrease range, check for clear line of sight to improve transmission. Wearing radio close to body such as in a pocket or on a belt will decrease range, change location of radio. Radios too far apart. Obstacles interfere with transmission. Talk range is up to 5 miles in clear unobstructed conditions. If the radio still doesn’t work properly, contact your place of pur- chase or call Motorola Product Services. 1-800-448-6686 Problem Radio Has No Power Battery Does Not Charge or Last Long Enough Message Not Transmitted Message Not Received Hearing Other Conversations or Noise on Radio Limited Talk Range

15 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 Reinforced Buildings Up To 150,000 Sq. Ft Up To 250,000 Sq. Ft Indoor- Multi-Level Buildings Up To 8 Floors Up To 20 Floors Spirit Talk Range Spirit radios can communicate at distances of up to 5 miles. But, range will decrease as the surroundings become more obstructive.Buildings and vehicles as well as trees and heavy foliage will limit range. Note: The talk ranges above are averages based on field study using two watt radios. Actual radio range may vary.

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 Radi- ation Protection (ICNRP - 1866) • CENELEC - Env. 50166-1 1995E - Human Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields Low Frequency (0Hz to 10kHz) - Env. 50166-2 1995E - Human Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields High Frequency (10kHz to 300GHz) - Proceedings of SC 211/8 1996 - Safety Con- siderations for Human Exposure to EME’s from Mobile Telecommunications Equipment (MTE) in the Frequency Range 30 MHz - 6 GHz (EME - Electromagnetic Fields) 16 Rated Power of Vehicle-Mounted Radio 7 to 15 Watts 16 to 50 Watts More than 50 WattsMinimum Distance of People From Transmitting Antenna 1 Foot 2 Feet 3 Feet To assure optimal radio performance and to insure that exposure to RF energy is within the guidelines in the above standards, the following operating procedures should be observed: FOR PORTABLE TWO-WAY RADIOS •For hand-held operation: The radio should be held in a vertical position with the micro- phone one to two inches away from the mouth, and the antenna should be kept one to two inches from the head or body when transmitting. •For body worn operation: The antenna should be kept at least one inch from the body when transmitting. VEHICLE-INSTALLED MOBILE TWO-WAY RADIOS • Properly install antennas externally on the vehicle, following recommended installation procedures. • Transmit only when people inside or outside the vehicle are at least 1 to 3 feet away from the properly installed, externally mounted antenna; distance guidelines for the different power lev- els are summarized in the table below: ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE/ COMPATIBILITY Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise configured for electromagnetic compatibility. • Turn your radio OFF in any facilities where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equip- ment 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 airline regulations or crew instructions. Information For Safe and Efficient Operation

! 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 are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include fueling 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, dust, or metal powders; and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. BLASTING CAPS AND AREAS • To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn your radio OFF near elec- trical blasting caps or in a “blasting area” or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio”. Obey all signs and instructions. FOR VEHICLES WITH AN AIR BAG • An air bag inflates 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 inflates, serious injury could result. 17 ! CAUTION ANTENNAS • Do not use radio with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin, a minor burn may result. BATTERIES • All batteries can cause property damage, injury or burns if a conductive material such as jewelry, keys or beaded chains touches exposed terminals. The material may com- plete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when plac- ing it inside a pocket, purse or other con- tainer with metal objects. ! CAUTION CHARGERS AND POWER CORD • To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger. • Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. • Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug, replace them immediately. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; contact place of purchase or call 1-800-448-6686. • Do not expose chargers to rain or snow. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord may result in a fire or electric shock. However, if an extension cord must be used, make sure: • That pins and plug of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those on the plug of the charger. • That extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. • Cord size is 18AWG for lengths of up to 100 feet, and 16AWG for lengths up to 150 feet. • Do not disassemble charger; contact place of purchase or call 1-800-448-6686 if charger is not functioning. Incorrect reas- sembly can result in electric shock or fire. • To reduce risk of injury, charge only Motor- ola Ni-Cad rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst, causing per- sonal injury and damage. • Use of an attachment not sold or recom- mended by Motorola can result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to personnel. • To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before cleaning. Turn- ing off controls does NOT reduce this risk.

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 the date of purchase as scheduled below: MOTOROLA, at its option, will, at no charge, either repair the Product (with new or reconditioned parts), replace it (with a new or reconditioned Product), or refund the purchase price of the Product during the warranty period provided it is returned in accordance with the terms of this warranty. Replaced parts or boards are warranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty period. All replaced parts of Product shall become the property of MOTOROLA. This express limited warranty is extended by MOTOROLA to the original end user purchaser only and is not assignable or transferable to any other party. This is the complete warranty for the Product manu- factured by MOTOROLA. MOTOROLA assumes no obligations or liability for additions or modifications to this warranty unless made in writing and signed by an officer of MOTOROLA. Unless made in a separate agreement between MOTOROLA and the original end user purchaser, MOTOROLA does not warrant the installation, maintenance or service of the Product. MOTOROLA cannot be responsible in any way for any ancillary equipment not furnished by MOTOROLA which is attached to or used in connection with the Product, or for operation of the Product with any ancillary equipment, and all such equipment is expressly excluded from this warranty. Because each system which may use the Product is unique, MOTOROLA disclaims liability for range, coverage, or operation of the system as a whole under this warranty. II.GENERAL PROVISIONS:This warranty sets forth the full extent of MOTOROLAs responsibilities regarding the Product. Repair, replace- ment or refund of the purchase price, at MOTOROLAS option, is the exclusive remedy. THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITA- TION IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL MOTOROLA BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT, FOR ANY LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVE- NIENCE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS OR OTHER INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUEN- TIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE SUCH PRODUCT, TO THE FULL EXTENT SUCH MAY BE DISCLAIMED BY LAW. III.STATE LAW RIGHTS:SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM- AGES, OR LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY. This warranty gives specific legal rights, and there may be other rights which may vary from state to state. IV.HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:To receive warranty service, deliver or send the Product item, transportation and insurance prepaid, to the place of purchase along with your proof of purchase or lease and Product item serial number. For other locations, alternatively call: 1-800-448-6686 ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY 18, Motorola and Spirit are trademarks of Motorola, Inc.