Receive / Transmit | Motorola MT 1500 specification

General Radio Operation

Receive / Transmit

Radio users who switch from analog to digital radios often assume that the lack of static on a digital channel is an indication that the radio is not working properly. This is not the case. Digital technology quiets the transmission by removing the “noise” from the signal and allowing only the clear voice or data information to be heard.

This section emphasizes the importance of knowing how to monitor a channel for traffic before keying-up to send a transmission.

Without Using the Volume Set and Monitor Buttons

1Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel.

2Listen for a transmission.

3Adjust the Volume Control knob if necessary.

4Press and hold the PTT button to transmit. The LED lights RED while transmitting.

5Release the PTT button to receive (listen).

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Motorola MT 1500 manual Receive / Transmit, Without Using the Volume Set and Monitor Buttons

Contents

Model User Guide Page Digital Portable Radio, Model Quick Reference Card Answer a Phone Call Declaration of Conformity Class B Digital Device Ii MT 1500 Model Documentation Copyrights Disclaimer Iv MT 1500 Model Contents Helpful Tips Common Radio FeaturesSpecial Radio Features Accessories Glossary Commercial WarrantyAppendix Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency Range Viii Notations Used in This Manual An operational procedure, practice, conditionGeneral Radio Operation MT 1500 Model 1.5 Radio Physical Features of the MT 1500 Model 1.5 Radio Programmable Features Programmable Features Display Backlight Status Symbols Light Emitting Diode LED Indicators LED IndicatorsAlert Tones Alert Tones Group Low-Pitched Group Standard Accessories Battery Battery Charger Attach the Battery Remove the Battery Smart Battery Condition Press the Smart Battery Remove the Antenna AntennaAttach the Antenna Remove the Belt Clip Belt ClipAttach the Belt Clip Attach the Connector Cover Universal Connector CoverRemove the Connector Cover Attach the Adapter Remote Speaker Microphone AdapterRemove the Adapter Turn the Radio Off Turn the On/Off/Volume Control knob clockwiseRadio On and Off Turn the Radio On Select a Channel Zones and ChannelsSelect a Zone Mode Select Button Without Using the Volume Set and Monitor Buttons Receive / Transmit Use the Preprogrammed Volume Set Button Adjust the Volume Control Following Conventional Mode Operation Use the Preprogrammed Monitor Button Conventional Mode Operation General Radio Operation Common Radio Features Selectable Power LevelRotate the TX Power Level Conventional Squelch Options Time-Out Timer PL Defeat Send an Emergency Alarm Emergency ACK Received Send a Silent Emergency Alarm Send an Emergency Call Using this operation Means you will talk Scan Emergency Keep-AliveTurn Scan On and Off View a Scan List Scan List Empty Delete a Nuisance Channel Conventional Scan Only Make a Dynamic Priority Change Telephone Calls Trunking Only Answer a Phone Call Private Calls Trunking Only Answer a Private CallPress the Call Response button within 20 seconds Press the Call Response button again to hang up Call Alert Paging Repeater or Direct OperationAnswer a Call Alert Select Repeater or Direct Operation Special Radio Features Trunking System ControlsTransmit Failsoft Out-of-Range Site LockAND/OR Press the Site Lock/Unlock button Change the Current Site Site View and ChangeView the Current Site Special Radio Features Cleaning Helpful TipsRadio Care Handling Battery Life ServiceBattery Charging the Battery Battery Charge Status Battery Recycling and Disposal Gauge shows If the battery’s charge is Antenna Radio Operating Frequencies Helpful Tips Accessories Antennas Carry Accessories BatteriesBelt Clips Body-Worn Chargers Enhanced and Multi-Unit Line Cords Surveillance Accessories Microphones, Remote SpeakerAdapters and Adapter Cable CommPort Integrated Microphone/Receivers Earpieces Radio Interface Modules for Ear Microphones Headsets and Headset AccessoriesSwitches Emergency Channel Appendix Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency RangeSpecial Channel Assignments Operating Frequency Requirements Non-Commercial Call Channel MT 1500 Model Appendix Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency Range Astro GlossaryACK DPL FCCLCD LED PTT Selective Switch RepeaterSquelch Standby Commercial Warranty Limited Warranty II. General Provisions III. State LAW Rights IV. HOW to GET Warranty Service What this Warranty does not Cover Motorola VI. Patent and Software Provisions VII. Governing LAW Commercial Warranty Index Index PL defeat Page 6871199L01