Motorola DPS specifications Radio Care, Optimal Range Medium Range Minimal Range

Problem	Solution
Radio Has No Power	Reposition or charge Ni-Cad battery pack.
	Replace alkaline batteries.

Ni-Cad Battery Does Not Charge or Make sure the Charger Adapter plug is firmly connected into

Last Long Enoughjack and the light on the adapter glows indicating correct charging status.

		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.
	Message Not Transmitted	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.
		Replace Alkaline batteries.
Message Not Received		Confirm radios are set on the same Channel and Interference
		Eliminator Code settings. See back cover.
		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.
	Hearing Other Conversations or	Check that your Interference Eliminator Code is set
Noise on Radio		(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.
Limited Talk Range		Steel/concrete structures, heavy foliage and use in buildings
		and in vehicles will decrease range, check for clear line of

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.

Talk Range

TalkAbout Distance radios have been designed to maximize performance and improve transmission range in the field. It is recommended that you do not use the radios closer than 5 feet apart for clarity.

Talk range depends on the terrain. These are line of sight radios and talk range will be affected by concrete structures, heavy foli- age and operating radios indoors and in vehicles.

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.

Can Not Change Code or Bandwidth Make sure that the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button is completely
Settings in Programming	pressed while turning the radio on.
	Insert, reposition, or charge battery pack.
	Replace Alkaline batteries.
	Press the Monitor button to save your code or band selection.
	Please see page 9 for more information.
	If the radio still doesn’t work properly, contact your place of pur-
	chase or call Motorola Product Services.
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Optimal Range	Medium Range	Minimal Range
Talk range in flat, open areas,	Range is decreased when build-	Dense foliage and mountains
up to 5 miles.	ings and trees are in the way.	can limit range.

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