Motorola SX700 User Guide

Two-Way

User’s Guide

KEM-PK14146

Model SX700 series

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.

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

•ANATAL 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” and “Attachment to resolution #303 from July 2, 2002”

To assure 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 to the following procedures.

Portable Radio Operation and EME Exposure

Antenna Care

Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and may violate FCC regulations.

Do NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the antenna affects the effective range.

Body-Worn Operation

To maintain compliances with FCC/Health Canada RF exposure guidelines, if you wear a radio on your body when transmitting, always place the radio in a Motorola-supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case or body harness for this product. Use of non-Motorola-approved accessories may exceed FCC/Health Canada RF exposure 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 normal use position, ensure the radio and its antenna are at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from your body when transmitting.

Data Operation

If applicable, when using any data feature of the radio with or without an accessory cable, position the radio and its antenna at least one inch (2.5 cm) from the body.

Approved Accessories

For a list of approved Motorola accessories, visit out Web site at www.Motorola.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. 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.

Other Medical Devices

If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.

Safety and General Use While Driving

Check the laws 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.

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 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, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or particles (such as grain, dust or metal powders) and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often—but not always—posted.

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.

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 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 Information

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. To 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:	For Mail Service:	If You Have Questions
Contact the Fax-On	Call the FCC Forms	about the FCC License:
Demand system	Hotline	Call the FCC
1-202-418-0177	1-800-418-FORM (3676)	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 the user’s authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio and should not be made. To comply with FCC requirements, transmitter adjustments should be made only by or under the supervision of a person certified as technically qualified to perform transmitter maintenance and repairs in the 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.

Control Buttons

Use to:

•Turn radio on/off.

•Increase or decrease volume

LED Indicator

Light

Use Push to Talk

PTT to:

•Talk

•Save a setting

• Boost the			Hi
radio’s power
up to two watts
			Lo

Use to:

Transmit call tone

Speaker

Use MON to:

•Scan to see if anyone is on the selected channel

Use MENU to:

•Select Menu options

•Exit the Menu (when pressed while in a Menu)

•Lock and unlock the keypad (when held down and not in a Menu)

Accessory Jack

Use – and + to:

•Scroll through menus

Microphone

Display Screen Guide

Numbers for

Channel,

Call Tone

Numbers for

Codes

– Battery Meter

–2 watt Channel Indicator

– .5 watt channel indicator (see Initial Set Up)

– Lock

– Call Tone Confirmation

(Roger Beep)

QT – Noise Filtering

ON – On/Off for OFF each feature

– Vibrate

– Scan

–Call Tone, Keypad Tone

– Weather Alert

iVOX – Hands-Free Use

Without

Accessories

Getting Started

Installing the Batteries:

Your radio uses four AAA Alkaline batteries and beeps when the batteries are low.

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.Insert four AAA Alkaline batteries as shown on the inside of the battery compartment.

4.Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.

NOTE: The SX700 model radio can use a NiMH rechargeable battery instead of four AAA batteries.

Installing the NiMH Battery Pack:

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

2.Remove the battery pack from the clear plastic bag. Do not 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 PTT . 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.

Using the Desk Stand Charger (Optional Accessory)

The desk stand 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 into the plug on the desk stand.

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

4.Remove the battery pocket inserts from the charger pockets.

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

Notes

•The light on the AC power supply will glow continuously when radio/battery is inserted.

•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 within 16 hours. Do not store the radio in the charger.

•Turn radio off while in charging tray.

Using the Belt Holster

Your radio includes a holster so you may carry it easily on your belt.

1.Adjust the holster’s clip so it fits onto your belt.

2.Slide your radio into the holster.

Turning Your Radio On and Off

Turn clockwise to turn the radio on and counterclockwise to turn the radio off.

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

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

Setting the Volume

Press and hold MON 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.

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 PTT .

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

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

Power Boost

To boost your radio’s power up to two watts, press the top portion of the PTT button when talking. If you know your party is close by, you can conserve your battery’s energy by pushing the lower part of the PTT button to use less power.

Note: If you are on an FRS only channel (see channel and frequencies chart) the radio will only use lo power when either portion of the PTT is pressed.

Monitor Button

Pressing and holding MON for three seconds allows you to listen to the volume level of the radio when you are not receiving. This allows you to adjust the volume, if necessary. You can also press MON to check for activity on the current channel before you talk.

Push to Talk PTT Timeout Timer

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 the Channel

Your radios has 22 channels. Channels 8-14 are FRS 0.5 Watt only and all other channels are GMRS. When you press the bottom portion of the PTT all channels are 0.5 Watt . If you press the top portion of the PTT to boost the power GMRS channels will be 2 Watt .

Note: When on FRS only channel top or bottom press of PTT will only be 0.5Watt.

1.	With the radio on, press MENU . The current channel flashes.
2.	Press	+	or –	to set the channel.
3.	Press	PTT	to save the channel setting or MENU to continue set up.

Channels and Frequencies

Channel	Frequency		Description	Channel	Frequency	Description
1	462.5625		GMRS/FRS	12	467.6625	FRS
	MHz				MHz
2	462.5875		GMRS/FRS	13	467.6875	FRS
	MHz				MHz
3	462.6125		GMRS/FRS	14	467.7125	FRS
	MHz				MHz
4	462.6375		GMRS/FRS	15	462.5500	GMRS
	MHz				MHz
5	462.6625		GMRS/FRS	16	462.5750	GMRS
	MHz				MHz
6	462.6875		GMRS/FRS	17	462.6000	GMRS
	MHz				MHz
7	462.7125		GMRS/FRS	18	462.6250	GMRS
	MHz				MHz
8	467.5625		FRS	19	462.6500	GMRS
	MHz				MHz
9	467.5875		FRS	20	462.6750	GMRS
	MHz				MHz
10	467.6125		FRS	21	462.7000	GMRS
	MHz				MHz
11	467.6375		FRS	22	462.7250	GMRS
	MHz				MHz

Interference Eliminator Code

Interference Eliminator Codes help minimize interference by providing you with a choice of code combinations. Your radio has 121 Interference Eliminator Codes. Codes 1 – 38 are the standard codes that appear on other FRS/GMRS radios. Codes 39 – 121 are additional codes added for superior interference protection.

To set the code for a channel:

1.	Short press			MENU until the code starts to flash.
2.	Press	+	or	–	to select the code.
3.	Press				the code setting or	MENU to continue set up.
		PTT	to save

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.

Note: You must set the Interference Eliminator Code to 0 on a radio that 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 MENU until the current call tone setting flashes and appears.

2.	Press	+ or – to change and hear the call tone.
3.	Press	PTT to set the new call tone or MENU to continue set up.

To 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.

1.Short press MENU until iVOX appears on the display. The current setting On/Off will flash.

2.	Press	+	or –	to select On or Off.
3.	Press	PTT	to set	or MENU to continue set up.

Setting the Sensitivity Level When in VOX or iVOX 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. Short press MENU after setting iVOX. VOX will still appear.

2. Press + or – to select the sensitivity level.

3 = High Sensitivity for quiet environments

2 = Medium Sensitivity for most environments

1 = Low Sensitivity for noisy environments

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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