Motorola MR355R User Manual

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wo-Way Radio

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User’s Guide

KEM-ML14190-94C

The MR Series is approved for use in the US only.

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For further information, you may call Motorola at 1-800-638-5119,
or e-mail us at [e-mail] or visit us on the
Internet at www.motorola.com.

MR355/MR356

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 guidelines if you wear a radio

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n your body when transmitting always place the radio in a

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otorola-supplied or approved clip holder, holster, case or body

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harness for this product. Use of non-Motorola-approved
accessories may exceed FCC guidelines.

If you do not use one of the Motorola-supplied or approved
body-worn accessories and are not using the radio held in the

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

If applicable, when using any data feature of the radio with or

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
www.motorola.com.

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ote: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to

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lectromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded,

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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.

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.

Safety and General Use While Driving

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:

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• Give full attention to driving and to the road.

Use hands-free operation, if available.

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Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call

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f driving conditions so require.

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he use of a two-way radio while engaged in activities requiring

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oncentration may cause distraction or otherwise impair your

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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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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

ause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.

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Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

urn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially

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xplosive atmosphere. Only radio types that are especially

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ualified should be used in such areas as “Intrinsically Safe.”

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o not remove, install or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks

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in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or
fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.

Note: The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred
to above include fueling areas such as below decks on boats,

uel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air

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ontains chemicals or particles (such as grain, dust or metal

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owders) and any other area where you would normally be

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advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Areas with potentially
explosive atmospheres are often—but not always—posted.

lasting Caps and Areas

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o avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off

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our radio when you are near electrical blasting caps, in a

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blasting area, or in areas posted “Turn off two-way radios.”
Obey all signs and instructions.

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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.

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

• The extension cord size is 18 AWG for lengths up to 100
feet, and 16 AWG for lengths up to 150 feet.

MR355/MR356

. The supply cord of the AC adaptor cannot be replaced. If the

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ord is damaged, call customer service at 1-800-638-5119 or

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-mail us at [e-mail].

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Control Buttons

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Emergency Alert

ush-to-Talk

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ush-to-Talk

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(Low)

icrophone

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High)

LED Indicator

Accessory Jack

lashlight Button

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Scan/Monitor

all Tone

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enu/Lock

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croll/Weather

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Mini-USB
Charging Port

lashlight LED

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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

— Repeater Channel

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— 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)

hanges or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola

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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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ote: Use of this radio outside the country where it was intended

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to be distributed is subject to government regulations and may
be prohibited.

Getting Started

Installing the Batteries

Each radio can use either 1 NiMH rechargeable battery pack or
3 AA alkaline batteries and beeps when the batteries are low.

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
removal.)

. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.

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Installing the Three AA Alkaline Batteries

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. 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.

. Follow the steps above to install a NiMH Battery Pack.

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2. Plug the AC power supply cord into the jack on the desk
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3. Plug the AC power supply into a standard wall outlet.

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

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pockets.

. When charging in the battery charger, the red light on the

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charger base will glow continuously.

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he mini-USB charging connector is a handy port that allows

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you to conveniently charge your NiMH battery pack. This is an
alternative to charging your NiMH battery pack in the Battery
Charger desk stand using the AC wall adaptor and especially

seful when used while traveling.

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Available mini-USB charging options (Optional Accessories):

1. Wall travel charger

2. Vehicle charger

3. Mini-USB computer cable

f using a computer, the computer must be turned on.

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your radio. For more information, visit our Web site at
www.motorola.com or shop.giantintl.com.

1. Plug your mini-USB cable or charger into a power source as

is appropriate for your accessory.

2. 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
acclimates (usually about 20 minutes).

• For optimal battery life, remove the radio from the charger

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.

ing and Listening

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 .

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. When you are finished talking, release .

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or maximum clarity, hold the radio two to three inches away

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from your mouth and speak directly into the microphone. Do not
cover the microphone while talking.

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Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve
transmission range. Do not use the radios closer than five feet
apart.

ower Boost

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o boost your radio’s power up to high power, press the top

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ortion of the button when talking. If you know your party is

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lose by, you can conserve your battery’s energy by pushing the

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lower part of the button to use less power.

f you are on an FRS only channel (see “Channels and

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Note:
Frequencies” tables on overleaf for details) the radio will only use
low power when either portion of the is pressed.

onitor Button

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ressing and holding for three seconds allows you to listen

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o the volume level of the radio when you are not receiving. This

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allows you to adjust the volume, if necessary. You can also
press to check for activity on the current channel before you
talk.

Push-to-Talk Timeout Timer

To prevent accidental transmissions and save battery life, the
radio emits a continuous warning tone and stops transmitting if
you press for 60 continuous seconds.

Menu Options

electing the Channel

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our radio has 22 channels plus 8 repeater channels. The channel

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is the frequency the radio uses to transmit. Channels 8-14 are FRS

0.5 watt only and all other channels are GMRS. (See the
“Channels and Frequencies” tables on overleaf for details.)

1. With the radio on, press . When the radio is on a 0.5

watt channel, displays. When the radio is on a 1.5 watts

channel, displays. The current channel flashes.

2. Press or and select an unused or quiet channel.

3. Press to save the channel setting or to continue set
up.

The 8 repeater channels are disabled by default. See ”Enabling
Repeater Channels” on overleaf for information on setting the
radio to a repeater channel.

Selecting the Interference Eliminator Code

Interference Eliminator Codes help minimize interference by
blocking transmissions from unknown sources. Your radio has
121 Interference Eliminator Codes. Codes 1 – 38 are analog
tones. Codes 39 – 121 are digital codes. 0 is the off position, no
analog or digital codes are enabled.

To set the code for a channel:

1. Press until the code starts to flash.

2. Press or to select the code.

3. Press to save the code setting or to continue set up.

You can set a different code for each channel using this
procedure. An extended press of or allows you to scroll
through the Interference Code rapidly so you can quickly reach
the code you want.

When setting codes for repeater channels 15R-22R, this code
value is only used for receiving. The transmitted code can be
set separately for repeater access. See ”Selecting the
Repeater Access (TX) Code” on overleaf for additional
information.

Note: You must set the Interference Eliminator Code to 0 to
communicate with radios that do not have Interference
Eliminator Codes.

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. Your radio has
10 call tones from which to choose, including 5 animal sounds
and 5 regular call tones.

o set a call tone:

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. Press three times until the current call tone setting

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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

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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 ( )

You can use the iVOX feature to transmit hands-free without the

eed for any headset accessories. Once iVOX is turned on, the

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adio detects your voice and transmits when you speak into the

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nternal microphone.

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. Press until appears on the display. The current

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etting On/Off will flash.

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. Press or to select On or Off.

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3. Press to set or to continue set up.

ands-Free Use With Accessories ( )

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ou can transmit hands-free more reliably with the use of

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optional headset accessories. Once VOX is turned on, the radio
detects your voice and transmits when you speak.

Many accessories (sold separately) are available for your radio.
For more information, visit our Web site at www.motorola.com

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. Turn the radio off and plug the VOX accessory into the

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accessory port.

2. Turn the radio on. VOX shows on the display.

. Adjust the volume appropriately by rotating . Lower the

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ear.

4. To turn off, simply remove accessory.

Note: There is a short delay between the time you start talking
and when the radio transmits. There is a short delay before the
transmission is completed.

Setting the Sensitivity Level When in Mode

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

1. Press until VOX and the level setting (1 - 3) appear on
the display.

2. Press or to select the sensitivity level.

3. Press to set or to continue set up.

3 = High Sensitivity for quiet environments

2 = Medium Sensitivity for most environments

1 = Low Sensitivity for noisy environments

Note: When you connect a headset, the radio is automatically

set to the last chosen sensitivity level.

QTNoise Filtering

The QTnoise-filtering feature helps to ensure uninterrupted
communication with other Motorola radios that have this
feature. This feature also filters out unwanted transmissions
from other radios. This is useful in places where there is
heavy radio traffic, such as amusement parks or ski resorts.

Note: QTnoise filtering is not available when the radio is
scanning.

To turn Q

1. Press until displays. The current setting On/Off

noise filtering on or off:

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will flash.

2. Press or to turn noise filtering On or Off.

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

To transmit to a radio that has Q

1. Select the same channel and Interference Eliminator

noise filtering turned on:

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Code as the other radio.

2. Press to send a call tone. This allows your voice to
pass through the Q

noise filter on the receiving radio.

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3. Press and speak normally.

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ote: If you skip step 2, the beginning of your message may

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ot be heard on the receiving radio. For a 30-second period,

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starting after the last transmission, all transmissions

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through the Q

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VibraCall
receiving a message. This is useful in noisy environments. When

he alert is on, the radio vibrates once every 30 seconds when

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ou receive a message on the channel and code you set.

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. To turn vibrating alerts on, press until is displayed.

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he current setting will flash.

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. Press or to change the setting to On/Off.

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3. Press to set or to continue set up.

Keypad Tones

You may enable or disable the speaker key tones. You will hear

he key tone each time a button is pushed.

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. Press until appears. The current setting On/Off will

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2. Press either or to turn On or Off.

3. Press to confirm or to continue set up.

Note: When the key tone feature is off, the following are not
disabled:

• Transmit timeout alert tone

• Call tone

• Low battery alert tone or

• The transmitted talk confirmation tone

Transmitting a Talk Confirmation Tone

You can set your radio to transmit a unique tone when you finish
transmitting. It is like saying “Roger” or “Over” to let others

now you are finished talking. Talk Confirmation Tone is disabled

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in repeater mode on channels 15R-22R.

1. With the radio on, press until the appears. The
current setting On/Off flashes.

2. Press or to turn On or Off.

3. Press to set or to continue setup.

Enabling Repeater Channels

Use of a repeater can greatly increase the radio range and
coverage area. Repeater use must be coordinated with the
owner of the repeater. Be sure to understand and follow the
sharing and usage rules for each repeater system.

1. With the radio on, press until the R appears. The current
setting ON/OFF will flash.

2. Press or to select ON or OFF.

3. Press to save the setting or to continue set up.

After enabling the repeater channels, you will be able to select
channels 15R-22R. Refer to the “Selecting the Channel” section
on page one.

Selecting the Repeater Access (TX) Code

When a repeater channel is selected, an additional menu option
is available for setting the transmitted Interference Eliminator
Code. Many repeaters will require a specific value setting to
activate the repeater on your transmissions. See the table
“Interference Eliminator Tone / Code Values” for detailed
information.

1. With the radio on, press repeatedly until the , the R,
and the current setting flash.

2. Press or to select the code.

3. Press or to exit menu mode.

You can set a different code for each channel using this
procedure.
An extended press of or allows you to scroll through the
Interference Code rapidly so you can quickly reach the code
you want. 0 is the off position.

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is a vibrating alert that notifies you that your radio is

Special Features

Emergency Alert Mode

The Emergency Alert feature can be used to signal members in
your group of your need for urgent help. MR series radios will
operate in an automatic “hands-free” emergency control mode
for a total of 30 seconds after activating the Emergency Alert. MR
series radios in your group will automatically advance the
speaker volume to the maximum setting and sound a warbling
alert tone for 8 seconds. The alert tone is emitted from your own
radio speaker and the receiving radios in your group. After the 8
second alert, any spoken words or incidental sounds at your end

ill be transmitted to the group for 22 seconds. For the 30 second

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duration of Emergency Alert mode, MR series radio controls and

uttons will be locked to maximize reception of the emergency

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message.

1. Press and hold the Emergency Alert button for 3 seconds.

2. Release the button after the LED Indicator glows red and the
alert tone begins to sound. There is no need to continue to
hold the Emergency Alert button or use PTT for your message

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3. After the alert tone ends you may speak into the
microphone. Your voice or incidental sounds will be

ransmitted. The LED indicator will continue to glow for the

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uration of the 22 second period.

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. After 30 seconds your radio speaker will emit a Talk

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onfirmation Tone and the LED Indicator will extinguish.

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peration then returns to normal two-way mode.

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ully compatible with the Emergency Alert feature. Radios other

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than EM, MJ, MR series can receive the emergency alert signal,

ut will not respond with adjusted volume settings, locked

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controls, or a warbling alert tone. Users of other radio models set

o the same channel and Interference Eliminator Code will hear a

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steady tone for 8 seconds followed by the voice transmission for
22 seconds.

Warning: The Emergency Alert feature should only be used in
the event of an actual emergency. Motorola is not responsible if

here is no response to the emergency alert from the receiving

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group.

uilt-in Flashlight

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ress and hold the flashlight button to turn and keep the light on.

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he switch functions as a momentary control for the light.

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Note: Turn off the flashlight when not in use to conserve battery
power.

eypad Lock

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To avoid accidentally changing your radio settings:

1. Press and hold until displays.

2. When in lock mode, you can turn the radio on and off, adjust
the volume, receive, transmit, send a call tone, and monitor
channels. All other functions are locked.

To unlock the radio, press and hold until is no longer
displayed.

Scanning Channels

Use scan to search the 22 channels for transmissions from
unknown parties, to find someone in your group who has
accidentally changed channels, or to quickly find unused
channels for your own use.

There is a priority feature and 2 modes of scanning (basic and
advanced) to make your search more effective. The basic scan
mode uses the channel and code combinations for each of the
22 channels as you have set them (or with the default code
value of 1). The “Advanced Scan” mode will scan all channels
for any and all codes, detect any code in use, and use that code
value temporarily for that channel.

Priority is given to the “home channel,” that is, the channel (and
Interference Eliminator Code) your radio is set to when you start
the scan. This means the initial channel (and code setting) is
scanned more often than the other 21 channels, and your radio will
respond quickly to any activity occurring on the home channel as
a priority.

To start Scanning:

1. Briefly press the key. The scan will appear in the
display, and the radio will begin to scroll through the channel
and code combinations.

2. When the radio detects channel activity matching the
channel and code combination, it stops scrolling and you
can hear the transmission.

3. To respond and talk to the person transmitting, press
within five seconds after the end of the transmission.

4. The radio will resume scrolling through the channels five
seconds after the end of any received activity.

5. To stop scanning, briefly press the key.

To start Advanced Scanning:

1. Set the Interference Eliminator Code to “zero” or OFF.

2. Briefly press the key. The scan will appear in the
display, and the radio will begin to scroll through the
channels. No Interference Eliminator Codes will filter what
is heard.

3. When the radio detects channel activity with ANY code (or
NO code), it stops scrolling and you can hear the

ransmission. Any Interference Eliminator Code that may be

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Scanning Notes:

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canning will resume five seconds after the end of your

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any time.

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immediately resume the scan by briefly pressing or .

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you may temporarily remove that channel from the scan list
by pressing and holding or for three seconds. You
may remove more than one channel in this way.

4. To restore the removed channel(s) to the scan list, turn the
radio off and then back on, or exit and re-enter the scanning
mode by pressing .

5. You cannot remove the home channel from the scan list.

6. In Advanced Scan, the detected code will only be used for
one transmission. You must note the code, exit scan, and set

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Weather Receiver

our radio can tune in to broadcasts by the United States National

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Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio.

You can listen to a weather channel (see “Weather Channels and
Frequencies” table for details) or set your radio to alert you to
emergency weather broadcasts that interrupt routine broadcasts.
When you listen to a weather channel, you cannot use your radio in
scan mode or for two-way communications.

NOAA has transmitters located throughout the United States. These
transmitters broadcast watches, forecasts, and other information 24
hours a day.

Note: NOAA weather radio stations are assigned to cover specific
areas and service may be limited. Please check with your local
weather office for frequency and details, or visit
www.weather.gov/nwr in the US to view the appropriate transmitter
for your area.

The use of the NOAA logo does not provide an endorsement or
implied endorsement by NOAA’s National Weather Service.

Turning Weather Channel Reception On and Off

1. To turn weather reception on, press and hold for 3 seconds.

2. To turn off, press or turn the radio off and then back on.

Setting the Weather Channel

Your radio receives weather frequencies:

1. After turning weather reception on, press . The current
channel flashes.

2. Press or to select the appropriate channel with good
reception in your area.

3. Press to save the weather channel setting.

Setting the Weather Alert

Your radio can be set to respond to NOAA Weather Radio
emergency messages. A special alarm tone sounds an alert and
turns on the weather receiver to give you immediate weather
and emergency information.

1. After turning weather reception on, press twice. On/Off
displays.

2. Press or to select On/Off. If you activate Weather

Alert and return to two-way mode, will display.

3. Press to save the Weather Alert setting.

4. Press to return to two-way mode.

As with two-way radio reception, weather channel reception
depends on how close you are to a transmitter and whether you
are indoors or outdoors. Because weather channels are
transmitted without codes, they may contain static or noise.
Weather Alert will not function while actively transmitting or
receiving in two-way mode.

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FRS / GMRS SIMPLEX CHANNELS AND FREQUENCIES

HANNELFREQ (MHz)TYPECHANNELFREQ (MHz)TYPE

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1 462.5625 GMRS/FRS 12 467.6625 FRS

62.5875GMRS/FRS13467.6875FRS

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3 462.6125 GMRS/FRS 14 467.7125 FRS

62.6375GMRS/FRS15462.5500GMRS

4 4

5 462.6625 GMRS/FRS 16 462.5750 GMRS

6 462.6875 GMRS/FRS 17 462.6000 GMRS

62.7125GMRS/FRS18462.6250GMRS

7 4

8 467.5625 FRS 19 462.6500 GMRS

9 467.5875 FRS 20 462.6750 GMRS

67.6125FRS

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11 467.6375 FRS 22 462.7250 GMRS

MRS DUPLEX REPEATER CHANNEL FREQUENCIES

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CHANNEL RX (MHz) TX (MHz) CHANNEL RX (MHz) TX (MHz)

15R 462.5500 467.5500 19R 462.6500 467.6500

16R 462.5750 467.5750 20R 462.6750 467.6750

7R462.6000467.600021R462.7000467.7000

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8R462.6250467.625022R462.7250467.7250

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EATHER CHANNELS AND FREQUENCIES

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CHANNEL RX (MHz) CHANNEL RX (MHz) CHANNEL RX (MHz)

WX1 162.550 WX5 162.450 WX9 161.775

WX2 162.400 WX6 162.500 WX10 161.750

WX3 162.475 WX7 162.525 WX11 162.000

WX4 162.425 WX8 161.650

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62.7000GMRS

INTERFERENCE ELIMINATOR TONE / CODE VALUES

CODE (Hz) CODE (OCTAL) CODE (OCTAL)

1 67.0 39 023 81 315
2 71.9 40 025 82 331
3 74.4 41 026 83 343
4 77.0 42 031 84 346
5 79.7 43 032 85 351
6 82.5 44 043 86 364
7 85.4 45 047 87 365
8 88.5 46 051 88 371

9 91.5 47 054 89 411
10 94.8 48 065 90 412
11 97.4 49 071 91 413
12 100.0 50 072 92 423
13 103.5 51 073 93 431
14 107.2 52 074 94 432
15 110.9 53 114 95 445
16 114.8 54 115 96 464
17 118.8 55 116 97 465
18 123.0 56 125 98 466
19 127.3 57 131 99 503
20 131.8 58 132 100 506
21 136.5 59 134 101 516
22 141.3 60 143 102 532
23 146.2 61 152 103 546
24 151.4 62 155 104 565
25 156.7 63 156 105 606
26 162.2 64 162 106 612
27 167.9 65 165 107 624
28 173.8 66 172 108 627
29 179.9 67 174 109 631
30 186.2 68 205 110 632
31 192.8 69 223 111 654
32 203.5 70 226 112 662
33 210.7 71 243 113 664
34 218.1 72 244 114 703
35 225.7 73 245 115 712
36 233.6 74 251 116 723
37 241.8 75 261 117 731
38 250.3 76 263 118 732

77 265 119 734
78 271 120 743
79 306 121 754
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Warranty

onsumer Two-Way Radio Products and Accessories

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purchased in the United States.

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ubject to the exclusions contained to the right, Giant

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General Mobile Radio Service that it manufactures

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ccessories sold for use with these Products that it

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manufactures (“Accessories”) to be free from defects in

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for the period(s) outlined below. This limited warranty is a

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manufactured by Giant International Ltd., and purchased by

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include: (a) a copy of your receipt, bill of sale or other
comparable proof of purchase; (b) a written description of
the problem; (c) the name of your service provider, if
applicable; (d) the name and location of the installation
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or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or
limitation on the length of an implied warranty, so the
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parts, are excluded from coverage.

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