Motorola FV800 User Manual

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FRS/GMRS Recreational Two-Way Radios

KEM-PK14190-16

FV800 Series

User’s Guide

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

• to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range

rom 3 KHz to 300 GHz, 1999

f Australian communications Authority Radiocommunications

• (Electromagnetic Radiation—Human Exposure) Standard, 2003

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

• limitation of exposure to electrical, magnetic and electromagnetic

ields 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

o radio frequency electromagnetic energy is within the guidelines set

t forth in the above standards, always adhere to the following procedures.

ortable Radio Operation and EME Exposure

ntenna Care

se only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna.

U Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage

he radio and may violate FCC regulations.

o NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the

D antenna affects the effective range.

ody-Worn Operation

To maintain compliances with FCC/Health Canada RF exposure

uidelines, if you wear a radio on your body when transmitting, always

lace the radio in a Motorola-supplied or approved clip, holder, holster,

p case or body harness for this product. Use of non-Motorola-approved

ccessories may exceed FCC/Health Canada RF exposure guidelines.

a 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

osition,

nsure the radio and its antenna are at least 1 inch (2.5 cm)

from your body when transmitting.

otentially Explosive Atmospheres

Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive

tmosphere. Only radio types that are especially qualified should be

sed in such areas as “Intrinsically Safe.” Do not remove, install or

harge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive

tmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or

ven death.

ote: The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to

bove include fueling areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or

a chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains

hemicals or particles (such as grain, dust or metal powders) and any

ther area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle

o engine. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often—but not

lways—posted.

Blasting Caps and Areas

o avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your

adio when you are near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area, or in

r areas posted “Turn off two-way radios.” Obey all signs and instructions.

perational Cautions

Antennas

o not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged

D antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn can result.

atteries

ll batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as

A burns if a conductive material—like jewelry, keys or beaded chains—

ouch exposed terminals. The conductive material may complete an

lectrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in

e handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a

ocket, purse or other container with metal objects.

se to:

Turn radio on/off.

•

Increase or

• ecrease volume

ED Indicator

2. ight

se Push to Talk

•

Talk

• Save a setting

Use to:

• Transmit call tone

Microphone

peaker

ontrol Buttons

se to:

Scan to see if anyone is

• n the selected channel

Monitor channel activity

•

se to:

Select Menu

•

options

• Exit the Menu

when pressed

(

hile in a Menu)

• Lock and unlock

he keypad (when

eld down and

h not in a Menu)

Accessory Jack

Use and

–

Scroll through

• menus

sing the Desk Stand Charger (Optional Accessory)

he desk stand charger provides drop-in charging convenience for

iMH batteries and can be placed on any flat surface, such as a desk

r workbench. Charge the NiMH battery overnight (at least 16 hours)

o before using it for the first time. After the initial charge, an empty

attery is fully charged within 14 hours.

. Follow steps 1-5 from “Installing the NiMH Battery Pack” above.

. Plug the AC power supply into the plug on the desk stand.

. Plug the AC power supply into a standard wall outlet.

4. With a radio facing forward, slide it into one of the charging pockets.

Notes

• The light on the charging base will glow continuously when adio/battery is inserted.

r 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, remove the radio or battery from the charger

•

ithin 16 hours. Do not store the radio in the charger.

w Turn radio off while in charging tray.

•

Turning Your Radio On and Off

urn clockwise to turn the radio on and counterclockwise to turn

he radio off.

. The radio chirps and briefly shows all features icons available on

our radio.

. The display then shows the current channel, code and features that

are selected.

hannels and Frequencies

hannelFrequencyDescriptionChannelFrequencyDescription

62.5625

1 4

MHz

62.5875

2 4

62.6125

3 4

MHz

62.6375

4 4

5 462.6625

62.6875

6 4

MHz

62.7125

7 4

8 467.5625

9 467.5875

MHz

10 467.6125

MHz

67.6375

114

MHz

MRS/FRS12467.6625

MRS/FRS13467.6875

MRS/FRS14467.7125

MRS/FRS15462.5500

GMRS/FRS 16 462.5750

MRS/FRS17462.6000

MRS/FRS18462.6250

FRS 19 462.6500

FRS 20 462.6750

FRS 21 462.7000

224

MHz

62.7250 MHz

MRS

GMRS

MRS

GMRS

MRS

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.

ormation

Safety and Gener

tant Information on Safe and Efficient Operation

Impor

This Information Bef

Read

The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety information in user guides published prior to December 1, 2002.

e Pr

ansmit and Receiv

our two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver

Y 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.

•

o receive calls, release the PTT button.

•

o 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

our Motorola two-way radio complies with the

Y following RF energy exposure standards and guidelines:

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

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

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

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

al Inf

ore Using Your Radio.

ocedur

. T

o control

ata Operation

If applicable, when using any data feature of the radio with or without

n accessory cable,

nch (2.5 cm) from the body

osition the radio and its antenna at least one

Approved Accessories

or a list of approved Motorola accessories, visit out Web site at

F www.Motorola.com.

lectromagnetic Interference/Compatibility

ote: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

onditions:

. This device may not cause harmful interference; and

his device must accept any interference received, including

2. T 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:

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

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

• T

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.

our physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.

iving

While Dr

ety and Gener

Saf

al Use

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.

attery Charger Safety Instructions:

ave these Instructions

1. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow. . Do not operate or disassemble the charger if it has received a sharp

blow, or has been dropped or damaged in any way.

. 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

hock.

4. To reduce the risk of damage to the cord or plug, pull the plug rather

than the cord when disconnecting the charger from the AC receptacle.

. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet

efore attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

6. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Motorola may

esult 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.

• The extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.

• 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).

FCC Licensing Infor

mation

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. T

o obtain the FCC forms, please request Form

605 and 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:

Contact the Fax-On

Demand system

1-202-418-0177

For Mail Service:

Call the FCC Forms

Hotline

1-800-418-FORM (3676)

ou Have Questions

If Y about the FCC License:

Call the FCC

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

s authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio and should

the user’ 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.

Display Screen Guide

umbers for

N Channel,

all Tone

Numbers fo Codes

Installing the Batteries:

our radio uses three AA Alkaline batteries and beeps when the

Y batteries are low.

1. Turn the radio off. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery latch up to

2. release the battery cover and remove the cover.

3. Insert three AA Alkaline batteries as shown on the inside of the battery compartment. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.

NOTE: The FV800 model radio can use a NiMH rechargeable battery instead of three AA batteries.

Installing the NiMH Battery Pack:

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

2. Remove the battery pack from the clear plastic bag.

disassemble or unwrap the battery pack.

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

4. 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 (Low Battery Alert). 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.

– Battery Meter

– Channel Indicator

– Lock

alk Confir

–

mation Tone

(Roger Beep)

– Noise Filtering

Get

PTT

ting Start

– On/Off for

each feature

– Scan

– Call Tone,

Keypad Tone

– Hands-F

Without Accessories

Do not

ee Use

etting the Volume

ress and hold while rotating until you reach a comfortable

MON

listening level.

1. Rotate clockwise to increase the volume.

2. Rotate counterclockwise to decrease the volume.

Do not hold the radio close to your ear. If the volume is set to an uncomfortable level, it could hurt your ear.

Talking and Listening

To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel and Interference Eliminator Code.

1. To talk, press and hold .

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

our radio is designed to maximize performance and improve

Y transmission range. Do not use the radios closer than five feet apart.

Monitor Button

Pressing and holding for three seconds allows you to listen to the

MON

volume level of the radio when you are not receiving. This allows you to adjust the volume, if necessary. You can also use to check for activity on the current channel before you talk.

Push to Talk Timeout Timer

PTT

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 a Channel

our radio has 22 channels. Channels 8-14 are FRS 0.5 watt only and

Y all other channels are 1 watt GMRS. When the radio is on a 0.5 watt channel, displays. When the radio is on a 1 watt channel, displays.

1. With the radio on, press . The current channel flashes.

2. Press or to select a channel.

3. Press to confirm your selection or to continue set up.

–

PTT

Interference Eliminator Code

nterference Eliminator Codes help minimize interference by providing

I you with a choice of code combinations. Your radio has 121 Interference Eliminator Codes. Codes 1 - 38 are the standard codes that

ppear on other FRS/GMRS radios. Codes 39 - 121 are additional codes

a added for superior interference protection.

. Short press until the code starts to flash.

2. Press or to select the code. . Press to save the code setting or to continue set up.

ou can set a different code for each channel using this procedure. An

xtended press of or allows you to scroll through the

nterference Codes rapidly so you can quickly reach the code you

–

PTT

–

want.

ote: You must set the Interference Eliminator Code to 0 on a radio that

N uses Interference Eliminator Codes to communicate with radios that do not have Interference Eliminator Codes. Select 0 for “no tone, no code” and OFF will flash on your radio’s display.

Setting and Transmitting Call Tones

Your radio can transmit different call tones to other radios in your group so you can alert them that you want to talk. You have 10 call tones from which to choose.

To set a call tone:

1. With the radio on, short press until the current call tone setting

flashes and appears.

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

3. Press to set the new call tone or to continue set up. o transmit your call tone to other radios set to the same channel and

–

Interference Eliminator Code as your radio, press . Note: Setting the call to 0 disables the call tone feature.

Hands-Free Use Without Accessories (iVOX)

You can use the iVOX feature to transmit, hands-free without the need for any voice activation accessories. Once iVOX is turned on, the radio detects your voice and transmits when you speak.

Short press until appears on the display

. The current

setting On/Off will flash.

2. Press or to select On or Off.

3. Press to set or to continue set up.

ting the Sensitivity Lev

Set

–

PTT

OX Mode

X or iV

When in

Adjusting the radio’s sensitivity level helps minimize the possibility of unintended noises triggering a transmission and helps the radio pick up soft voices.

Short press after setting iVOX. VOX will still appear

1. Press or to select the sensitivity level.

–

PTT

Press to set or to continue set up.

3 = High Sensitivity for quiet environments

Medium Sensitivity for most environments

2 =

Low Sensitivity for noisy environments

1 =

Note: When you connect a VOX accessory, the radio is automatically set to the last chosen sensitivity level.

See Special Features section on Accessories.

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