Motorola T4800, T4900 Two Way Radios Users Guide

Contents
Contents
Safety and General Information ...................... 2
FCC Licensing Information ................................10
Control Buttons ..................................................11
Getting Started ..................................................13
Installing the the AA Batteries........................13Installing the NiCd Battery Pack....................13Battery Meter....................................................14Attaching the Belt...

Safety and General Information
Safety and General Information
Important Information on Safe and Efficient Operation
Read This Information Before Using Your Radio.
The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety
information in user guides published prior to December 1, 2002.
Transmit and Receive Procedure
Your twoway radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. To control your
exposure and ensure compliance with the general population/uncontrolled
environment exposure limits,...

Safety and General Information
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic
Engineers (IEEE) C95. 11992
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.11999 Edition
• International Commission on NonIonizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998
• Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits of Human Exposure to
Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz to 300GHz, 1999    
• Australian Communications Authority...

Safety and General Information
Twoway Radio Operation
When using your radio as a traditional twoway radio,hold the radio in
a vertical position with the microphone 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm)
away from the lips.
BodyWorn Operation
To maintain compliance with FCC/Health Canada RF exposure guidelines, if you
wear a radio on your body when transmitting, always place the radio in a Motorola
supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for this product.
Use of nonMotorolaapproved...

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Facilities
To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your
radio in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health
care facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy.
Aircraft
When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when on board an aircraft. Any use
of a radio must be in accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew
instructions.
Medical Devices  Pacemakers
The...

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Medical Devices  Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event
of such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to
discuss alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your
device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your physician
may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Safety and General Use While...

Safety and General Information
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere, unless it is a radio type especially qualified for use in such areas as“Intrinsically Safe.”
Do not remove, install, or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially
explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury oreven death.
Note:The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above include
fueling...

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Batteries
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if a
conductive material such as jewelry, keys, or beaded chains touch exposed termi
nals. The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and
become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularlywhen placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects.
Battery Charger Safety Instructions
Save these Instructions
1. Do...

Safety and General Information
7. Make sure the cord is located so it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or
subjected to damage or stress.
8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an
improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and/or electric shock. If an
extension cord must be used, make sure that:
• The pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size and
shape as those on the plug of the charger.
• The extension cord is properly wired...