Motorola 99FT3092 Operators Guide

RF Energy Exposure and Product Safety for Portable Two-Way Radios

ATTENTION! BEFORE USING THIS RADIO, READ

THIS GUIDE WHICH CONTAINS IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USAGE AND RF ENERGY AWARENESS AND CONTROL FOR COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS.

RF Energy Exposure Awareness and Control Information and Operational Instructions for Occupational Use

NOTICE: This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions where users have full knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over their exposure to meet the occupational limits in FCC and International standards. This radio device is NOT authorized for general population consumer use.

This two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses radio frequency (RF) energy or radio waves to send and receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are not limited to, sunlight and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these other forms of electromagnetic energy, which when used improperly, can cause biological damage. Very high

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levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic material.

Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry work with organizations to develop standards for safe exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for both workers and the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins of protection.

All Motorola two-way radios are designed, manufactured, and tested to ensure they meet government-established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also recommend specific operating instructions to users of two-way radios. These instructions are important because they inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it.

Please refer to the following websites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how to control your exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits:

http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html www.who.int/en/ www.motorolasolutions.com/rfhealth

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Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Regulations

When two-way radios are used as a consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of and able to control their exposure to meet occupational requirements. Exposure awareness can be facilitated by the use of a product label directing users to specific user awareness information. Your Motorola two-way radio has a RF Exposure Product Label. Also, your Motorola user manual, or separate safety booklet includes information and operating instructions required to control your RF exposure and to satisfy compliance requirements.

Compliance with RF Exposure Standards

Your Motorola two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of national and International standards and guidelines (listed below) for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy.

This radio complies with the IEEE (FCC) and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/ controlled RF exposure environments at operating duty factors of up to 50% talk-50% listen and is approved for occupational use only. In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with these exposure guidelines, your radio generates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking), not when it is receiving (listening) or in standby mode.

NOTE: The approved batteries, supplied with this radio, are rated for a 5-5-90 duty factor (5% talk-5% listen-90% standby) even though this radio complies with FCC occupational exposure limits and may operate at duty factors of up to 50% talk.

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Your Motorola two-way radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and guidelines:

•United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR et seq.

•FCC, OET Bulletin 65

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

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

•Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6

•Industry Canada RSS-102

•Australian Communications Authority Radiocommunications Standard et seq.

•ANATEL ANNEX to Resolution No. 303 et seq.

RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines and Operating Instructions for Two-Way Radio Operations

To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the occupational/controlled environment exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedures.

•DO NOT remove the RF Exposure Label from the device.

•User awareness instructions should accompany device when transferred to other users.

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Operating Instructions

•Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time. To transmit (talk), push the Push-To- Talk (PTT) button. To receive calls, release the PTT button. Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because this radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards compliance).

•Private Talk Position (XTS 4000 Only). When placing or receiving a personal message, hold your radio as you would a wireline/wireless telephone. Speak directly into the microphone. Use the PTT as in a normal two-way operation.

•Two-Way Radio Operation. In front of the face, hold the radio in a vertical position with the microphone (and other parts of the radio including the antenna) at least one inch (2.5 centimeters) away from the nose or

lips. Keeping the radio at a proper distance is important to ensure compliance.

NOTE: RF exposures decrease with increasing distance from the antenna.

•Body Worn Operation. When worn on the body, always place the radio in a Motorola-approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for this product. Using approved body-worn accessories is important because the use of non-Motorola- approved accessories may result in exposure levels, which exceed the occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits.

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•Use only Motorola-approved supplied or replacement antennas, batteries, and audio accessories. Use of non-Motorola-approved antennas, batteries, and accessories may exceed the applicable RF exposure guidelines (IEEE, ICNIRP or FCC).

•For a list of Motorola-approved accessories for your radio model, visit the following website: http://www.motorolasolutions.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.

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

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Medical Devices

Pacemakers

The Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed) 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 those of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Persons with pacemakers should:

•ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 centimeters) from their pacemaker when the radio is turned ON.

•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.

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.

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Use of Communication Devices While Driving

Always check the laws and regulations on the use of radios in the areas where you drive.

•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 or regulations so require.

Acoustic Safety

Exposure to loud noises from any source for extended periods of time may temporarily or permanently affect your hearing. The louder the radio's volume, the less time is required before your hearing could be affected. Hearing damage from loud noise is sometimes undetectable at first and can have a cumulative effect.

To protect your hearing:

•Use the lowest volume necessary to do your job.

•Turn up the volume only if you are in noisy surroundings.

•Turn down the volume before adding headset or earpiece.

•Limit the amount of time you use headsets or earpieces at high volume.

•When using the radio without a headset or earpiece, do not place the radio's speaker directly against your ear.

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Operational Warnings

For Vehicle With Air Bags:

Refer to vehicle manufacturer's manual prior to installation of

W A R N I N G electronic equipment to avoid interference with air bag wiring.

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.

Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

(Explosive atmospheres refers to hazard classified locations that may contain hazardous gas, vapors, or dusts.)

Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere unless it is a portable radio type especially qualified for use in such areas as Intrinsically Safe (for example, Factory Mutual, CSA, UL, or CENELEC).

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