Motorola FV200 manual Control Buttons, Display Screen Guide, Talking and Listening, Initial Setup

Two-Way Radio

• Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits of Human Exposure

to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range

from 3 KHz to 300 GHz, 1999

• Australian communications Authority Radiocommunications

(Electromagnetic Radiation—Human Exposure) Standard, 2003

Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. Only radio types that are especially qualified should be used in such areas as “Intrinsically Safe.” Do not remove, install or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive

Control Buttons

Low Battery Alert

In addition to your battery meter showing how much battery power you have, your radio will beep to alert you to the fact that your batteries are low.

Recharging NiMH Battery Pack (optional accessory)

Setting and Transmitting Call Tones

Your radio has 10 different call tones that you can transmit to other radios in your group to alert them that you want to talk.

To set a call tone:

1. With the radio on, short press MENUuntil the appears. The

User’s Guide

KEM-PK10876 Model FV200 Series

• ANATAL ANNEX to Resolution No. 303 of July 2, 2002 “Regulation of

limitation of exposure to electrical, magnetic and electromagnetic

fields in the radio frequency range between 9 KHz and 300GHz” and

“Attachment to resolution #303 from July 2, 2002”

To assure optimal radio performance and make sure human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy is within the guidelines set forth in the above standards, always adhere to the following procedures.

Portable Radio Operation and EME Exposure

Antenna Care

Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and may violate FCC regulations.

Do NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the antenna affects the effective range.

Body-Worn Operation

To maintain compliances 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 non-Motorola-approved accessories may exceed FCC/Health Canada RF exposure guidelines.

If you do not use one of the Motorola-supplied or approved body-worn accessories and are not using the radio held in the normal use position, ensure the radio and its antenna are at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from your body when transmitting.

Data Operation

atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.

Note:The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above include fueling areas such as below decks 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. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often—but not always—posted.

Blasting Caps and Areas

To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your radio when you are near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area, or in areas posted “Turn off two-way radios.” Obey all signs and instructions.

Operational Cautions

Antennas

Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn can result.

Batteries

All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if a conductive material—like jewelry, keys or beaded chains— touch exposed terminals. The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse or other container with metal objects.

Battery Charger Safety Instructions:

1. Call Tone Button

Short press sends call tone.

2.Push to Talk (PTT)

Push to transmit, release to listen. In Menu mode, push to confirm selection.

3.Power/Menu Button

Long press turns radio on or off. Short press enters Menu mode.

4.Plus Button Increases volume (volume level flashes and VOL displays).

In Menu mode, enables you to change the channel or turn features on or off.

5.Minus Button

Decreases volume (volume level flashes and VOL displays). In Menu mode, enables you to change the channel or to turn features on or off.

1.Follow steps 1-5 for installing the NiMH battery pack.

2.Plug the AC power adapter into the AC adapter plug on the side of the radio.

3.Plug the AC power adapter into the wall.

Notes:

•The light on AC power adapter will glow continuously when radio/battery is connected.

•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, unplug the radio from the AC power adapter within 16 hours.

•WhenyourradioispluggedintotheACpower adapter,yourradiowill notwork.

Turning Your Radio On and Off

To turn on,press and hold MENUuntil a channel number appears and the radio beeps. To turn off,press and hold MENU until the radio beeps and the display goes blank.

Adjusting the Volume

Press + to increase or – to decrease the volume. The volume level flashes and VOLdisplays.

Attaching and Removing the Belt Clip

Hook the belt clip into the notch at the top of the radio and slide down until it clicks into place. To remove, press locking tab back and lift up.

current call tone setting flashes.

2. Press + or – to change and hear the call tone.

3. Press PTT to set the new call tone or MENUto continue set up.

To transmit your call tone to other radios set to the same channel as

your radio, press .

Note:Setting the call to 0 disables the call tone feature.

Transmitting a Talk Confirmation Tone

You can set your radio to transmit a unique tone when you finish transmitting. It is like saying “Roger” or “Over” to let others know you are finished talking.

1.With the radio on, short press MENU until the appears. The current setting On/Off flashes.

2.Press + or – to turn On or Off.

3.Press PTT tosetthetalkconfirmationtoneor MENUtocontinue setup.

Key Tone On/Off

You may enable or disable the speaker key tones. You will hear the key tone each time a button is pushed.

1.Short press MENU until appears and the current setting On/Off will flash.

2.Press either + or – to turn On or Off.

3.Press PTT to confirm or MENUto continue set up.

When the Key Tone Feature is off, the following are not disabled:

For More Information

For further information, you may call Motorola at 1-800-638-5119 (U.S. and Canada) or visit us on the Internet at http://www.motorola.com.

If applicable, when using any data feature of the radio with or without an accessory cable, position the radio and its antenna at least one inch (2.5 cm) from the body.

Approved Accessories

For a list of approved Motorola accessories, visit out Web site at www.Motorola.com.

Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

Note:Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise configured for electromagnetic compatibility. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1.This device may not cause harmful interference; and

2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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 onboard on aircraft. Any use of a radio must be in accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew instructions.

Medical Devices – Pacemakers

The Advanced Medical Technology Association recommends that a minimum separation of 6 inches (15 cm) be maintained between a handheld wireless radio and a pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

People with pacemakers should:

Save these Instructions

1.Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.

2.Do not operate or disassemble the charger if it has received a sharp blow, or has been dropped or damaged in any way.

3.Never alter the AC cord or plug provided with the unit. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. An improper condition can result in a risk of electric shock.

4.Toreducetheriskofdamagetothecordorplug,pulltheplugrather thanthecordwhendisconnectingthechargerfromtheACreceptacle.

5.To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

6.Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Motorola may result in a risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.

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 a 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.

•Theextensioncordisproperlywiredandingoodelectricalcondition.

•The cord size is 18 AWG for lengths up to 100 feet, and 16 AWG for lengths up to 150 feet.

9.The supply cord of this charger cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, call Motorola Product Services at 1-800-353-2729 in the USA or 1-888-390-6456 TTY (text telephone).

Display Screen Guide

Numbers displayed are for

Channel and Call Tone

– Battery Meter	– Transmitting
– Lock	– Receiving
– On/Off for each	– Auto Power On/Off
feature
– Scan	– Call Tone
	Confirmation
	(Roger Beep)
– Call Tone, Keypad Tone
	– Volume

Talking and Listening

1.To talk, press and hold PTT.

2.When you are finished talking, release PTT .

For maximum clarity, hold the radio two to three inches away from your mouth and speak directly into the microphone. Do not cover the microphone while talking.

Talk Range

Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve transmission range. Do not use the radios closer than five feet apart.

Push to Talk Timeout Timer

To prevent accidental transmissions and save battery life, the radio emits a continuous warning tone and stops transmitting if you press PTT for 60 continuous seconds.

Initial Setup

Selecting the Channel

The channel is the frequency your radio uses to transmit. Your radio has 22 channels.

1.Briefly press and release MENU. The channel number flashes.

2.Press + or – to select a channel.

3.Press PTT to confirm or MENUto continue set up.

•Transmit timeout alert tone;

•Power-down alert tone;

•Low battery alert tone; or

•The transmitted TCT tone.

Auto Power On/Off

Your radio will save power by automatically turning itself off if unused after a predetermined amount of time.

1.Activate this setting by short pressing MENUuntil the displays. The current setting (0, 30, 60, 90) will flash.

2.Press +or –to set the time to 30 minutes, 60 minutes or 90 minutes.

3.When you exit Menu mode, the setting timer will begin if you are not using the radio.

4.The screen shows

5.Press PTT to confirm or MENUto continue set up.

Scanning Channels

Use scanning to monitor channels for transmissions or to find someone in your group who has accidentally changed channels.

1.Short press MENUuntil theappears. The current setting On/Off will flash.

2.Press either + or – to turn On or Off.

3.Press PTT to confirm or MENUto continue set up.

When the radio detects channel activity, it stops scanning and you can hear the transmission. To respond, press PTT within five seconds.

Advanced Scan

If the radio stops scanning on a channel you do not want to listen to, briefly press and release + or – to resume scanning for the next active channel.

Monitor

Safety and General Information

• ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 cm) from their

pacemaker when the radio is turned ON.

FCC Licensing Information Getting Started

Channel Frequency Description Channel Frequency Description
1	462.5625 GMRS/FRS	12	467.6625	FRS
	MHz		MHz

Use this feature to see if there is anyone on the channel you have selected.

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 two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the general population/uncontrolled environment exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedure:

•Transmit no more than 50% of the time.

•To receive calls, release the PTT button.

•To transmit (talk), press the Push to Talk (PTT) button.

Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because the radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring standards compliance).

Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy Your Motorola two-way radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and guidelines:

•United States Federal communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47CFR part 2 sub-part J

•AmericanNationalStandardsInstitute(ANSI)/InstituteofElectrical andElectronicEngineers(IEEE)C95.1-1992

•Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 Edition

•International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998

• Not carry the radio in the breast pocket.

• Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for

interference.

• Turn the radio OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that

interference is taking place.

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 Driving

Check the laws and regulations regarding the use of radios in the area where you drive, and always obey them. If you do use your radio while driving, please:

•Give full attention to driving and to the road.

•Use hands-free operation, if available.

•Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require.

Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force. If a portable radio is placed in the air bag deployment area and the air bag inflates, the radio may be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.

Your Motorola radio operates on General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies 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 of the forms and instructions you will need.

If you wish to have the document faxed or mailed, or if you have questions, please use the following contact information:

For a Fax:	For Mail Service:	If You Have Questions
Contact the Fax-On	Call the FCC Forms	about the FCC License:
Demand system	Hotline	Call the FCC
1-202-418-0177	1-800-418-FORM (3676)	1-888-CALL-FCC
		(225-5322)

You may also visit the FCC’s Web site at http://www.fcc.gov.

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 provide 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.

Installing the Batteries:

Your radio uses three AAA Alkaline batteries and beeps when the batteries are low.

1.Turn the radio off.

2.With the back of the radio facing you, use a coin to wedge the battery cover open.

3.Insert three AAA Alkaline batteries as shown on the inside of the battery compartment.

4.Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.

NOTE:The FV200 model radio can use a NiMH rechargeable battery instead of three AAA batteries. A rechargeable battery upgrade kit is available with the rechargeable version.

Installing the NiMH Battery Pack:

1.Turn the radio off.

2.Follow step 2 above to remove the battery cover.

3.Remove the battery pack from the clear plastic bag. DO NOT

DISASSEMBLE OR UNWRAP THE BATTERY PACK.

4.Insert the NiMH battery pack so the “This Side Up” is showing.

5.Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.

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 PTT. 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.

2	462.5875	GMRS/FRS	13	467.6875	FRS
	MHz			MHz
3	462.6125	GMRS/FRS	14	467.7125	FRS
	MHz			MHz
4	462.6375	GMRS/FRS	15	462.5500	GMRS
	MHz			MHz
5	462.6625	GMRS/FRS	16	462.5750	GMRS
	MHz			MHz
6	462.6875	GMRS/FRS	17	462.6000	GMRS
	MHz			MHz
7	462.7125	GMRS/FRS	18	462.6250	GMRS
	MHz			MHz
8	467.5625	FRS	19	462.6500	GMRS
	MHz			MHz
9	467.5875	FRS	20	462.6750	GMRS
	MHz			MHz
10	467.6125	FRS	21	462.7000	GMRS
	MHz			MHz
11	467.6375	FRS	22	462.7250	GMRS
	MHz			MHz

1.Short press MENUuntil RXappears.

2.When you finish listening, press PTT to confirm or MENUto continue set up.

Note:Monitor will time out after five seconds if PTT or MENUis not pressed

Keypad Lock

To avoid accidentally changing your radio settings you can lock your keypad:

1.Short press MENUuntil the appears. The current setting On/Off will flash.

2.Push the + or – to turn On or Off.

3.The will be displayed on your screen.

When in lock mode, you cannot adjust the volume but all other functions work as usual.

Note:To unlock press and hold MENUfor a few seconds.

Using Audio Accessories

There are many accessories (sold separately) available for your radio. For more Information contact the place of purchase.

1.Turn the radio off. Plug the accessory connector into the accessory jack.

2.Turn the radio on. Lower the volume before placing the accessory on your heador in your ear.

3.Adjust the volume to a comfortable level.

4.To transmit, press PTT and speak into the accessory microphone, if any.

5. To receive, release.	Continued on back
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