Motorola T4800, T4900 Two Way Radios Users Guide

FCC Licensing Information
FCC Licensing Information
Your Motorola radio operates on General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequen
cies and is subject to the Rules and Regulations of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC). The FCC requires that all operators using GMRS frequencies
obtain a radio license before operating their equipment. To obtain the FCC forms,
please request Form 
605and 159, which includes all forms and instructions. If
you wish to have the document faxed or mailed, or have...

Control Buttons  Model T4800
Control Buttons  Model T4800
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Use to:
• Select menu options
• Exit the menu (when
pressed while in amenu)
• Lock and unlock the
keypad (when helddown and not in amenu)
Accessory Jack
Use to:
• Scan
Use and  to:
• Scroll through menus
Microphone
Use to:
• Turn radio on/off
• Adjust volume
LED Indicator Light
Use to:
• Talk
• Save a setting
Use to:
• Transmit call tone
Speaker 

Control Buttons  Model T4900
Control Buttons  Model T4900
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Use to:
• Select menu options
• Exit the menu (when
pressed while in amenu)
• Lock and unlock the
keypad (when helddown and not in amenu)
Accessory Jack
Use to:
• Scan
Use and to:
• Scroll through menus
Microphone
Use to:
• Turn radio on/off
• Adjust volume
LED Indicator Light
Use to:
• Talk
• Save a setting
Use to:
• Transmit call tone
Removeable front cover
Speaker 

Getting Started
Getting Started
Installing the AA Batteries
Your radio uses 3 AA Alkaline batteries.
1. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery latch
up to release the battery cover and remove the cover.
2. Insert 3 AA Alkaline batteries as shown on the inside of the
battery compartment.
3. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
Note:The T4800 and T4900 model radios can use a NiCd
rechargeable battery instead of 3 AA Alkaline batteries.
A rechargeable battery upgrade kit,...

Getting Started
Battery Meter
The battery icon shows the battery charge level, from full  to empty  . When
the battery is empty, the radio chirps periodically after releasing  . The radio powers
off when the voltage drops below a predetermined level to protect the rechargeable
battery.
Note:Remove the batteries before storing your radio for extended periods of time.
Batteries corrode over time and may cause permanent damage to your radio.
Using the Desk Stand Charger (Optional Accessory)
The desk stand...

Getting Started
Notes
• The light on the charging base will glow continuously when radio/battery is inserted.• When moving between hot and cold temperatures, do not charge the battery until
the battery temperature acclimates (usually about 20 minutes).
• For optimal battery life, remove the radio or battery from the charger within 16
hours. Do not store the radio in the charger.
Attaching the Belt Clip
1. Align the belt clip post with the hole in the back of the radio.
2. Gently push until the clip...

Getting Started
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Turning Your Radio On and Off
Turn  clockwise to turn the radio on and counterclockwise to turn the radio off.
The radio chirps and the display briefly shows all feature icons available on your
radio. The display then scrolls through the available channels and InterferenceEliminator Codes.
Setting the Volume
Rotate  while holding down  or until you reach a comfortable listening
level. Rotate clockwise to increase the volume or counterclockwise to decreasethe volume.
Setting a Channel...

Getting Started
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Channel
123456789
1011Frequency
462.5625 MHz462.5875 MHz462.6125 MHz462.6375 MHz462.6625 MHz462.6875 MHz462.7125 MHz467.5625 MHz467.5875 MHz467.6125 MHz467.6375 MHzDescription
GMRS/FRSGMRS/FRSGMRS/FRSGMRS/FRSGMRS/FRSGMRS/FRSGMRS/FRS
FRSFRSFRSFRSChannel
1213141516171819202122Frequency
467.6625 MHz467.6875 MHz467.7125 MHz462.5500 MHz462.5750 MHz462.6000 MHz462.6250 MHz462.6500 MHz462.6750 MHz462.7000 MHz462.7250 MHzDescription
FRSFRSFRS
GMRSGMRSGMRSGMRSGMRSGMRSGMRSGMRS
Channels and...

Special Features
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Talking and Listening
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel and
Interference Eliminator Code.
To talk, press and hold  . Hold the radio 2 to 3 inches away from your mouth 
when talking.
When you finish talking, release  (press to talk, release to listen).
Talk Range
Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve transmission range.
Do not use the radios closer than 5 feet apart.
Checking the Channel Before Transmitting
Your radio has...

Special Features
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Special Features
Interference Eliminator Code
Interference Eliminator Codes help minimize interference by providing you with a
choice of code combinations.
To set the code for a channel:
1. Press  until the code starts to flash.
2. Press  or  to select the code.
3. Press  to save the code setting.
You can set a different code for each channel using this procedure.
Note: You must set the Interference Eliminator Code to  on an FRS radio that uses
Interference Eliminator Codes to...