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 questions, please use
the following contact information.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola may void the user’s
authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio and should not be made. To
comply with FCC requirements, transmitter adjustments should be made only by 
or under the supervision of a person certified as technically qualified to perform
transmitter maintenance and repairs in the private land mobile and fixed services as
certified by an organization representative of the user of those services. Replacement
of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by the
FCC equipment authorization for this radio could violate FCC rules.
Note:Use of this radio outside the country where it was intended to be distributed
is subject to government regulations and may be prohibited.10
Faxed
Contact the FaxOn
Demand system at:Mailed
Call the FCC forms
hotline at:Questions
Regarding FCC license
Contact the FCC at:
120241801771800418FORM
180041836761888CALLFCC
18882255322
Or: http://www.fcc.gov 
						

							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, is available forthese radios.
Installing the NiCd Battery Pack
1. Follow step 1 above to remove the battery cover.
2. Remove the battery pack from the clear plastic bag.
Do not disassemble or unwrap the battery pack.
3. Insert the NiCd battery pack so the metal contacts on the
side of the battery are facing outward from the radio to
connect with the contacts on the battery door.
4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
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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 charger provides dropin charging convenience for NiCd batteries and
can be placed on any flat surface, such as a desk or workbench. Charge the NiCd bat
tery overnight (at least 16 hours) before using it for the first time. After the initial
charge, an empty battery is fully charged within 14 hours.
1. Turn the radio off and remove the battery cover.
2. Remove the battery pack from the clear plastic bag. 
Do not disassemble or unwrap
the battery pack.
3. Insert the NiCd battery pack so the metal contacts on the side of the battery are fac
ing outward from the radio to connect with the contacts on the battery door.
4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.5. Plug the AC power supply into the plug on the desk stand.
6. Plug the AC power supply into a standard wall outlet.
7.  Remove the battery pocket inserts from the charger pockets.
8.  With a radio facing forward, slide it into one of the charging pockets.
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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 clicks into place.
Removing the Belt Clip
1. Push down on the release tab at the top of the belt clip to
release the catch.
2. Pull the belt clip away from the back of the radio.
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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
Your radio has 22 channels. 
1. With the radio on, press    . The current channel flashes.
2. Press     or     to set the channel.
3. Press    to save the channel setting. 
						

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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 Frequencies
  
						

							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 multiple channels shared on a take turns basis. For uninterrupted
communication, do not talk on a channel if someone else is currently talking on it.
To check for activity on a channel before you talk, press and hold  or . If youhear static, the channel is clear to use. 
						

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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 communicate with other FRS radios that do
not have Interference Eliminator Codes.
Push to Talk Timeout Timer
To prevent accidental transmissions and save battery life, the radio emits a continu
ous warning tone and stops transmitting if you press
for 60 continuous seconds.
Locking the Keypad
To avoid accidentally changing your radio settings, press and hold  for 3 seconds
or until  displays. You can turn the radio on and off, adjust the volume, receive,
transmit, send a call tone, and monitor channels. All other functions are locked.
To unlock the radio, press and hold  for 3 seconds or until  is no longer
displayed.