Motorola 89FT4852 Users manual

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Model T6410

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Contents

Safety/General Information . . . i

FCC License Information . . . . 1

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . .4

CommPort™ Charging Dock . .7

Basic Operation of Radio . . . 10

Belt Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Talking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Before You Can Talk . . . . . . . .15

To Talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Call Tone and Call Display . . .19

Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

VibraCall® Alert . . . . . . . . . . .20

Keeping Time . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Setting the Time . . . . . . . . . . .21

Setting the Alarm . . . . . . . . . . .22

Stopwatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Hands-Free Use (VOX) . . . . . 24

Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Eavesdrop Reducer . . . . . . . . .25

QuieT6000™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Advanced Two-Way . . . . . . .27

Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

LockPlus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Channel Scanning . . . . . . . . . .27

Talk Confirmation Tone . . . . . .28

Button Beeps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Automatic Power Off . . . . . . . .29

Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Setting the Battery Type . . . .31

Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Frequency and Code Charts 34

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . .37

Motorola Limited Warranty . . 40

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SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION

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 contained in user guides published prior to July 2000. For information
regarding radio use in a hazardous atmosphere please refer to the Factory Mutual

(FM) Approval Man ual Supplement or Instruction Card, which is included with rad io
models that offer this capability.

RF Operational Characteristics

Your radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. When it is ON, it receives and
transmits radio frequency(RF) energy. The radio operates in the frequency range of

462.5625 MHz to 462.7250 MHz and employs analogue modulation techniques.

Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy

Your Motorola radio is designed to comply with the following national and
international standards and guidelines regarding exposur e of human beings to r adio
frequency electromagnetic energy:

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

• American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and
Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992

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

• National Council on Radiation Protectio n and Measurements ( NCRP) of the

United States, Report 86, 1986

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

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• Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits of Human Exposure to
Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in the F requency Range from 3 kHz
to 300 GHz, 1999

• Australian Communications Authority Radiocommunications
(Electromagnetic Radiation - Human Exposure) Standard 1999
(applicable to wireless phones only)

To assure optimal radio performance and make su re 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 call quality and may cause the radio to operate at a higher power level than
needed.

Two-way Radio Operation

When using your radio as a traditional two-way radio, hold the radio in a vertical

position with the microphone one to two inches (2.5 to 5 cm) away from the
lips.

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Body-worn Operation

To maintain compliance 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 acc essories may exceed FCC/Health

Canada RF exposure guidelines. If you do not use a body-worn accessory, and
are not using the radio held in the normal use position at the ear, ensure the radio

and its antenna are at least one inch (2.5 cm) from your body when

transmitting.

Data operation

When using any data f eature 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 our website at www.mot.com.

ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE/COMPATIBILITY

Note: Nearly every electronic de vice is susceptib le t o electromagnetic in terf eren ce

(EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise configured for
electromagnetic compatibility.

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.

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AIRCRAFT

When instructed to do so, turn off your rad io when on board an aircraft. An y 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 centimeters) be maintained between a handheld
wireless radio and a pacemaker.These recommendations are consistent with
the independent research by, and recommendations of, the United States Food
and Drug Administration.
Persons with pacemakers should:

• ALWAYS keep the radio more than six inches (15 centimeters) from their
pacemaker when the radio is turned ON.

• not carry the radio in the breast pocke t.

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

interference.

• turn the radio OFF immediately if you have any reason to suspect that
interference is taking place.

Hearing Aids

Some analogue wireless radios ma y interfere with some hearing aids. In the
event of such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid
manufacturer to discuss alternatives.

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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 an d regulatio ns on the use of r adio in the area where y ou driv e .
Always obey them.
When using 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

condtions so require.

OPERATIONAL WARNINGS

FOR VEHICLES WITH AN AIR BAG

Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag
deployment area. Air bags inflat e with grea t f orce . If a portable r adio is placed in
the air bag deployment area an d the air bag inf lates , the r adio may be propelled
with great force and cause serious injur y to occupants of the vehicle.

POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES

Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere, unless it is a radio type especially qualified f or use in such are as as
"Intrinsically Safe." Do not remove, install, or charge batteries in such areas.
Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire
resulting in bodily injury or even death.

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Note: The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above include

BLASTING CAPS AND AREAS

fueling areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or
storage facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or par tic les, 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.

To avoid possible inte rf er ence with b lasting oper ations , turn off y our r adio wh en
you are near electrical b lasting caps , in a bl asting area, or in areas posted: “Turn
off two-way radio.” 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 such as jewelry, keys, or beaded chains to uch 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 othe r container with
metal objects.

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DCharging Safety Instructions

Before using the battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings
on the:

1. battery

2. battery charger, and

3. radio using the battery.
Caution: To reduce the risk of injury , charge only the rechargeab le batteries listed.

Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury and damage.

Single-Unit Charger

Kit Number Description

NTN9393 110V - NiMH Charging Adapter

Batteries

Kit Number

NTN9395 550 mAH T6000-Series NiMH

Save these Instructions

1. Do not expose the ch arg e r to rain or snow.

2. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow , or h as been drop ped
or damaged in any way.

Capacity in
milliampere-hour mAH

Description Composition

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

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

5. To reduce risk of damage to cord or plug, pull the plug rather th an the cord when
disconnecting charger from AC receptacle.

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

7. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold b y Mot orola may result in a risk
of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.

8. Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over,
or subjected to damage or stress.

9. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an
improper extension cord could result in a risk of 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.

• That the extension cord is pro perly wired and in good electrical condition,

and

• That the cord size is18 AWG for lengths up to 100 feet, and 16 AWG for

lengths up to 150 feet.

10. The supply cord of this charger cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the
charger should be discarded or returned to the point of purchase if within 90

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FCC Licensing Information

Your Motorola radio operates on General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)
frequencies and is subject to the Rules and Regula tion s of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC requires that all operators using
General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies obtain a r adio license before
operating their equipment.

To have the FCC forms faxed to you, contact the Fax-On-Demand
1-202-418-0177 from your fax machine and request document 000605 for all forms

and instructions.
To have the forms mailed to you, call the FCC forms hotline at:
1-800-418-FORM (1-800-418-3676)
For questions about the license application, contact the FCC at:

1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322)

Or: http://www.fcc.gov
Before filling out your application, you must decide which frequency(ies) you can

operate on. See on page 34. For questions on determining your radio frequency,
please call Motorola Product Services at: 1-800-448-6686

system at:

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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 gove rnment regulations and may be prohibited.

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Getting Started

Hi, I’m QuickStart and I’m going to help you get started!



The Motorola
way radio that allows you to stay connected to family,
friends, and companions. The T6410 operates on

General Mobile
Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies;

GMRS are subject to FCC licensing requirements.
These radios offer more than just a way of keeping in

touch. They also help you and your group stay on
schedule because a clock, alarm, and stopwatch are built
into each model.

Talkabout® T6410 radio is a durable two-

A detachable Quick Reference Card is included.

Please read this manual to aid in understanding how your radio works.

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Installing Batteries

Your radio uses three AA batteries or a rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride
(NiMH) battery.

Latch

• Turn off the radio

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(see page 13).

• Push latch up until
it clicks.

• Lift back cover off.

Note: The radio keeps the clock settings if battery changes are made in less than

20 seconds. Try replacing one battery at a time.

• Remove and replace
batteries so the + and ­markings match the ones
in the compartment or the
NiMH charge contacts are
facing out.

• Hook back cover on
the hinges.

• Align tabs.

• Close battery door,

pressing lightly until
latch clicks.

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The battery meter on the top-left corner of the display shows how
much battery power you have. It shows d (full), b (two-thirds
full), c(one-third full) and a (almost empty). When it’s c, the
radio beeps every ten minutes. So, change or charge those batteries!

Charging the NiMH battery (Optional Accessory, part number 56319)

Charge the NiMH overnight (12 to 16 hours) before using it for the first time, it will
need up to four hours of charging thereafter.

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• Turn off the radio (see page 13) or place the NiMH battery in the charger
adapter cover.

• Plug in the charger.

• At the contacts on the back of the r adio, or if charging just the battery, at the

battery contacts:

• Position the cha rger with the hook o n the LED end of the charger placed o v er
the larger slot.

• Snap the hook on the cord end into the smaller slot.

Note: If you notice the LED flashing red for more than a minute while clamping

the charger onto the charger adapter cover, the battery is faulty and must
be replaced.

• When the LED turns solid green, the battery is fully charged.
Note: When charging the battery by itself, remove the charger from the charger

adapter cover before removing the battery.

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CommPort™ Charging Dock
(Included with Optional Accessory, part number 56319)

The CommPort™ charging dock provides drop-in charging convenience. The
charging dock can be mounted or placed on any flat surface (such as a wall or
workbench) and turns your radio into a stat ion ary intercom while k eeping it cha rged
and ready for any adventure.

• To mount the charging do ck:

• Wrap the power cord under the charging dock.

Use the cutouts to hold the cord in place.

• Attach using two #6 x ¾” screws appropriate for
the mounting surface.

Cutouts

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•

• Position the charger with the hook on the

LED end over the left slot.

• Snap the hook on the cord end into the
right slot, clamping the charger onto the
charging dock contacts

• Plug in the charger.

• Place the radio, or the NiMH battery in the

charger adapter cover, into the CommPort

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charging dock.

• When the LED turns solid green, the
battery is fully charged.

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Charging Status

The LED charger indicates charging status when the charger is connected to the
radio, the NiMH battery, or the CommPort™ charging dock.

Color

Solid Red Rapid charging Up to 90%
Flashing Green Top-off charging 90% to 100%
Solid Green Charging complete 100%

Flashing Red

Flashing Yellow

Charging Status and
Description

Battery faulty .
If flashing red persists for more than

one minute, the battery is faulty and
should be replaced.

Standby
Battery waiting to charge.
Temperature out of range for charging;

must be between 5

o

to 104

F

o

to 40o C or 41o

Charging Level
Complete

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-

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