Motorola MR350, MR351, MR350RVP, MR350R User Manual
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wo-Way Radio
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User’s Guide
KEM-PK14190-90
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For further information, you may call Motorola at 1-800-638-5119
(U.S. and Canada), or e-mail us at giantintl@callcenter.com or
visit us on the Internet at www.motorola.com.
MR350/351
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 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• ANATEL 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”.
To ensure 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
o the following procedures.
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Portable Radio Operation and EME Exposure
Antenna Care
Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna.
Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could
amage the radio and may violate FCC regulations.
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o NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding
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he antenna affects its effective range.
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ody-Worn Operation
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o maintain compliances with FCC/Health Canada RF exposure
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uidelines if you wear a radio on your body when transmitting
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lways place the radio in a Motorola-supplied or approved clip
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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
ody-worn accessories and are not using the radio held in the
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ormal use position, ensure the radio and its antenna are at
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east 1 inch (2.5 cm) from your body when transmitting.
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Data Operation
f applicable, when using any data feature of the radio with or
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ithout an accessory cable, position the radio and its antenna
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t least one inch (2.5 cm) from the body.
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Approved Accessories
For a list of approved Motorola accessories, visit our Web site at
ww.motorola.com.
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lectromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
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ote: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to
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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.
IC Canada
The term "IC:" before the equipment certification number only
signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
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 an
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.
• 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.
Medical Devices – Other
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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Safety and General Use While Driving
Check the laws and regulations regarding the use of radios in
he area where you drive, and always obey them. If you do use
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our radio while driving, please:
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Give full attention to driving and to the road.
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Use hands-free operation, if available.
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• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call
if driving conditions so require.
The use of a two-way radio while engaged in activities requiring
concentration may cause distraction or otherwise impair your
bility to safely participate in such activities. Always use
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echnology safely.
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o not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the
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ir bag deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force. If a
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ortable radio is placed in the air bag deployment area and the
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ir bag inflates, the radio may be propelled with great force and
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cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.
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
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ire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
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ote: The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred
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to above include fueling areas such as below decks on boats,
fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air
ontains chemicals or particles (such as grain, dust or metal
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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.
Exercise care when removing NiMH or AA batteries. Do not use
sharp or conductive tools to remove either of these batteries.
Battery Charger Safety Instructions:
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. 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.
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.
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The extension cord is properly wired and in good
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ondition.
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The extension cord size is 18 AWG for lengths up to 100
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eet, and 16 AWG for lengths up to 150 feet.
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9. The supply cord of the AC adaptor cannot be replaced. If the
ord is damaged, call customer service at 1-800-638-5119
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U.S. and Canada) or e-mail us at giantintl@callcenter.com.
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Control Buttons
Volume
mergency Alert
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Push to Talk
(High)
Push to Talk
Low)
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Microphone
ED Indicator
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ccessory Jack
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Flashlight Button
can/Monitor
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Call Tone
Menu/Lock
croll/Weather
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Mini-USB
Charging Port
Flashlight LED
Display Screen Guide
Numbers for Channel,
Call Tone
Numbers for Codes
— Battery Meter
— Channel Power
Indicator
(see Menu Options)
— Lock
— Talk Confirmation
Tone (Roger Beep)
— Noise Filtering
— On/Off for each
feature
FCC Licensing Information
Your Motorola radio operate s 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 visit the FCC’s Web site at
wireless.fcc.gov/uls/index.htm?job=home to source form 605
and 159, which includes all the 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-0n-Demand
system
1-202-418-0177 1-800-418-FORM
For mail service:
Call the FCC
Forms Hotline
(3676)
— Scan
— Vibrate
— Call Tone,
Keypad
Tone
— Weather
Alert
— Hands-Free
Use Without
Accessories
— Hands-Free
Use With
Accessories
If you have
questions about
the FCC License:
Call the FCC
1-888-CALL-FCC
(225-5322)
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ay void the user’s authority granted by the FCC to operate this
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adio and should not be made. To comply with FCC requirements,
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ransmitter adjustments should be made only by or under the
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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
epresentative of the user of those services. Replacement of any
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ransmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not
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uthorized by the FCC equipment authorization for this radio
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ould violate FCC rules.
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etting Started
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Installing the Batteries
ach radio can use either 1 NiMH rechargeable battery pack or
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AA alkaline batteries and beeps when the batteries are low.
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Installing NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack (Optional
Accessory)
1. Turn the radio off.
2. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery cover
latch up and remove the cover.
3. Remove the NiMH battery pack from the clear plastic bag
(do not disassemble or unwrap the battery pack).
. Insert the NiMH battery pack with the diagram facing you.
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(The ribbon should be underneath the battery pack and
should wrap around the right side of the pack for easy
emoval.)
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5. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
Installing the Three AA Alkaline Batteries
1. Turn the radio off.
. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery cover
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atch up and remove the cover.
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3. Insert the three AA alkaline batteries with + and - polarity as
shown inside. (The ribbon should be underneath the AA
alkaline batteries and should wrap around the right side of
the batteries.)
4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
Radio Battery Meter
The radio battery icon shows the battery charge level, from full
to empty . When the radio has one segment left, the
radio chirps periodically or after releasing (Low Battery Alert).
Removing the NiMH Battery Pack (Optional Accessory)
1. Turn the radio off.
2. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery latch up
to release the battery cover and remove the cover.
3. Remove the NiMH battery pack by pulling the ribbon
attached to the radio.
4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
Removing the Three AA Alkaline Batteries
1. Turn the radio off.
2. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery latch up
to release the battery cover and remove the cover.
3. Gently remove each alkaline battery by easing each battery
out individually.
4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
Notes
• Exercise care when removing NiMH or AA batteries. Do not
use sharp or conductive tools to remove either of these
batteries.
• Remove the batteries before storing your radio for extended
periods of time. Batteries corrode over time and may cause
permanent damage to your radio.
Using the Battery Charger (Optional Accessory)
The battery charger provides drop-in charging convenience for
NiMH batteries and can be placed on any flat surface, such as a
desk or workbench. Charge the NiMH battery overnight (at least
16 hours) before using it for the first time. After the initial charge,
an empty battery is fully charged within 14 hours.
1. Follow the steps above to install a NiMH Battery Pack.
2. Plug the AC power supply cord into the jack on the desk
stand.
3. Plug the AC power supply into a standard wall outlet.
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. With a radio facing forward, slide it into one of the charging
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ockets.
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. When charging in the battery charger, the red light on the
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harger base will glow continuously.
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Using the mini-USB Charging Connector
The mini-USB charging connector is a handy port that allows
ou to conveniently charge your NiMH battery pack. This is an
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lternative to charging your NiMH battery pack in the Battery
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harger desk stand using the AC wall adaptor and especially
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seful when used while traveling.
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vailable mini-USB charging options (Optional Accessories):
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. Wall travel charger
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. Vehicle charger
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3. Mini-USB computer cable
If using a computer, the computer must be turned on.
This and other accessories (sold separately) are available for
your radio. For more information, visit our Web site at
www.motorola.com or shop.giantintl.com.
. Plug your mini-USB cable or charger into a power source as
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s appropriate for your accessory.
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. Plug the cable into the mini-USB port on the bottom of your
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3. An empty battery will be fully charged in 14 hours.
4. The LED indicator light on the radio will glow to indicate that
the battery is charging.
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The light will remain red after the NiMH battery pack is fully
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charged.
• When moving between hot and cold temperatures, do not
charge the NiMH battery pack until the battery temperature
cclimates (usually about 20 minutes).
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For optimal battery life, remove the radio from the charger
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within 16 hours. Do not store the radio while connected to
the charger.
• If the radio is kept on while charging, the charging time will
be extended.
• Even though the charger is connected, you may not be
able to transmit a message if the battery is completely
empty . Allow time for the battery to charge to 1 bar
before attempting to transmit a message.
Attaching and Removing the Belt Clip
1. Attach belt clip to pocket or belt strap.
2. Align the belt clip post with the hole in the back of the radio.
3. Gently push until the clip clicks in place.
To Remove
1. Push down on the release tab at the top of the belt clip to
release the catch.
2. Pull the belt clip away from the back of the radio.
Turning your Radio On and Off
Turn clockwise to turn the radio on and counterclockwise to
turn the radio off.
1. In the ON position, the radio chirps and briefly shows all
feature icons available on the radio.
2. The display screen then shows the current channel, code
and all features that are enabled.
Setting the Volume
Press and hold for three seconds while rotating until you
reach a comfortable 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.
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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 .
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.
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