Contents
Safety and General Information ...................... 2
FCC Licensing Information................................10
Control Buttons..................................................11
Getting Started ..................................................12
Installing the the AA Batteries ........................12
Installing the NiMh Battery Pack ....................12
Battery Meter....................................................13
Attaching the Belt Clip ....................................14
Removing the Belt Clip....................................14
Turning Your Radio On and Off ......................15
Setting the Volume ..........................................15
Setting a Channel ............................................15
Channels and Frequencies ..............................16
Weather Channels and Frequencies ..............16
Talking and Listening ........................................17
Talk Range..........................................................17
Monitor Button ..................................................17
Special Features ................................................18
Interference Eliminator Code ..........................18
Push to Talk Timeout Timer ............................18
Locking the Keypad ........................................19
Turning Keypad Tones Off/On ........................19
Enhanced Scanning ........................................19
Advanced Scan ................................................20
Handsfree Use Without Accessories (iVOX) ..........19
Handsfree Scan With Accessories (VOX) ..............19
Weather ..............................................................22
Setting the Weather Channel..........................23
Alerts ..................................................................24
Channel Busy Indicator ..................................24
Setting and Transmitting Call Tones ..............24
Transmitting a Talk Confirmation Tone..........24
QT Noise Filtering ............................................25
VibraCall®Alert ................................................26
Accessories ........................................................27
Using Audio Accessories ................................27
Setting the Sensitivity Level ..........................27
Patent Information ............................................29
Copyright Information ......................................30
Warranty ............................................................31
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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 transmit (talk), press the Push to Talk (PTT) button.
• To receive calls, release the 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
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Regulations; 47CFR part 2 sub-part J
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• American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic
Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic 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 300 GHz” 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.
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Two-way Radio Operation
When using your radio as a traditional two-way radio, hold the radio in
a vertical position with the microphone 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm)
away from the lips.
Body-Worn Operation
To maintain compliance with FCC/Health Canada RF exposure guidelines, if you
wear a radio on your body when transmitting, always place the radio in a Motorolasupplied 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 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the body.
Approved Accessories
For a list of approved Motorola accessories, visit our website at www.Motorola.com.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
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Note: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference
(EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed, or otherwise configured for electro-
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magnetic compatibility.
Facilities
To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your
radio in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health
care facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy.
Aircraft
When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when on board an aircraft. Any use
of a radio must be in accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew
instructions.
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.
Persons 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 you have any reason to suspect that
interference is taking place.
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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 on the use of radios in the area where you drive.
Always obey them. When using 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.
Operational Warnings
For Vehicles with an Air Bag
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
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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.
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Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere, unless it is a radio type especially qualified for use 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 radio.” 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.
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Batteries
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if a
conductive material such as 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.
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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 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 USA or 1-888-390-6456 TTY
(Text Telephone).
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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
wish to have the document faxed or mailed, or have questions, please use the
following contact information.
Faxed
Contact the Fax-On-
Demand system at:
1-202-418-0177
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 private land mobile and fixed services as
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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.
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Note: Use of this radio outside the country where it was intended to be distributed
is subject to government regulations and may be prohibited.
605 and 159, which include all forms and instructions. If you
Mailed
Call the FCC forms
hotline at:
1-800-418-FORM
1-800-418-3676
Questions
Regarding FCC license
Contact the FCC at:
1-888-CALL-FCC
1-888-225-5322
Or: http://www.fcc.gov
Control Buttons - Model T6500, T6530 and T6550
Accessory Jack Cover
Use to:
• Turn radio on/off
• Adjust volume
LED Indicator Light
Use to:
• Monitor channel activity
• Activate enhanced scanning
Use (Push to Talk) to:
• Talk
• Save a setting
Use to:
• Transmit call tone
Speaker
Use and to:
• Scroll through menus
Microphone
Control Buttons
Use to:
• Lock the keypad (when held
down and not in a menu)
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Getting Started
Installing the AA Batteries
Your radio uses 3 AA Alkaline batteries.
1. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery latch
up to release the battery cover and remove the cover.
2. Insert 3 AA Alkaline batteries as shown on the inside of the
battery compartment.
3. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
Note: The T6500, T6530 and T6550 model radios can use a
NiMh rechargeable battery instead of 3 AA Alkaline
batteries. A rechargeable battery upgrade kit is
available for these radios.
Installing the NiMh Battery Pack
Getting Started
1. Follow step 1 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 metal contacts on the
side of the battery are facing outward from the radio to
connect with the contacts on the battery door.
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 . 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. Turn the radio off and remove the battery cover.
2. Remove the battery pack from the clear plastic bag.
unwrap the battery pack.
3. Insert the NiMh battery pack so the metal contacts on the side of the battery are
facing outward from the radio to connect with the contacts on the battery door.
4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
5. Plug the AC power supply into the plug on the desk stand.
6. Plug the AC power supply into a standard wall outlet.
7. Remove the battery pocket inserts from the charger pockets.
8. With a radio facing forward, slide it into one of the charging pockets.
Do not disassemble or
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Notes
• The light on charging base 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.
Attaching the Belt Clip
1. Align the belt clip post with the hole in the back of the radio.
2. Gently push until the clip clicks into place.
Removing the Belt Clip
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.
Getting Started
Turning Your Radio On and Off
Turn clockwise to turn the radio on and counterclockwise to turn the radio off.
The radio chirps and the display briefly shows all feature icons available on your
radio. The display then scrolls through the available channels and Interference
Eliminator Codes.
Setting the Volume
Press and hold while rotating until you reach a comfortable listening level.
Rotate clockwise to increase or 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.
Setting a Channel
Your radio has 22 channels. Channels 1-7 and 15-22 are 1 watt. Channels 8-14 are
0.5 watt. When the radio is on a 1 watt channel, displays. When the radio is on
a 0.5 watt channel, displays.
1. With the radio on, press . The current channel flashes.
2. Press or to set the channel.
3. Press to save the channel setting.
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Channels and Frequencies
Channel
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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Frequency
462.5625 MHz
462.5875 MHz
462.6125 MHz
462.6375 MHz
462.6625 MHz
462.6875 MHz
462.7125 MHz
467.5625 MHz
467.5875 MHz
467.6125 MHz
467.6375 MHz
Weather Channels and Frequencies
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Weather Channel
WX1
WX2
WX3
WX4
Description
GMRS/FRS
GMRS/FRS
GMRS/FRS
GMRS/FRS
GMRS/FRS
GMRS/FRS
GMRS/FRS
FRS
FRS
FRS
FRS
Frequency
162.550 MHz
162.400 MHz
162.475 MHz
163.425 MHz
Channel
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
Weather Channel
467.6625 MHz
467.6875 MHz
467.7125 MHz
462.5500 MHz
462.5750 MHz
462.6000 MHz
462.6250 MHz
462.6500 MHz
462.6750 MHz
462.7000 MHz
462.7250 MHz
WX5
WX6
WX7
WX8
Frequency
Description
FRS
FRS
FRS
GMRS
GMRS
GMRS
GMRS
GMRS
GMRS
GMRS
GMRS
Frequency
162.450 MHz
162.500 MHz
162.525 MHz
162.275 MHz
Talking and Listening
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set
to the same channel (1-22) and Interference Eliminator
Code (0-99).
To talk, press and hold . Hold the radio 2 to 3 inches
away from your mouth when talking. When you finish
talking, release (press to talk, release to listen).
Talk Range
Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve transmission range.
Do not use the radios closer than 5 feet apart.
Monitor Button
Pressing and holding for 3 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 use to check for activity on the current channel before
you transmit (talk).
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Special Features
Interference Eliminator Codes
Interference Eliminator Codes help minimize interference by providing a choice of
code combinations. Your radio has 99 Interference Eliminator Codes. Codes 1-38
are the standard codes that appear on other FRS/GMRS radios. Codes 39-99 are
additional digital codes added for superior interference protection.
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.
You can set a different code for each channel using this procedure. An extended
press of or allow you to scroll through the Interference Eliminator Codes rapidly so you can quickly reach the code you want.
Note: You must set the Interference Eliminator Code to on a radio that uses
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Interference Eliminator Codes to communicate with radios that do not have
Interference Eliminator Codes.
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.
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Locking the Keypad
To avoid accidentally changing your radio settings, press and hold for 3 seconds
or until displays. 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 for 3 seconds or until is no longer
displayed.
Turning Keypad Tones Off & On
Your radio contains keypad tones and are turned on by default.
• To turn keypad tones off, press and hold the while you turn the radio on.
• To turn the keypad tones on again, press and hold the while you turn the radio on.
Enhanced Scanning
Scanning is used to:
• Monitor Channels and codes for transmissions and lock in on one that
interests you.
• Find someone in your group who has accidentally changed channels and is
talking during your scan.
With enhanced scanning, your home channel is scanned more frequently than any
other channel. The home channel is the channel your radio was set to when you
started to scan. If you activate scan while your radio’s Interference Eliminator Code
is set to a number between 1 and 99, the radio checks for activity on each channel,
but only in the specific code selected. All transmissions using code 0 or any other
code are ignored.
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To start scanning, briefly press and release . The scan indicator displays and
the radio begins to scroll through the channel and Interference Eliminator Code
combinations.
When the radio detects activity, it stops scanning and you can hear the
transmission on that channel. To respond and talk to the person transmitting,
press within 5 seconds.
To stop scanning, briefly press and release .
Note: If you press while the radio is scanning, the radio transmit on the channel
you selected before you activated scan. If no transmission occurs within 5
seconds, scanning will resume.
Advanced Scan
If the radio stops scanning on a channel you do not want to listen to, briefly press
and release or to resume scanning for the next active channel.
Removing Channels from the Scan List (Nuisance Delete Feature)
To prevent the radio from scanning a channel, press and hold or for at
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least 3 seconds, then release, when the scan first stops on that channel. This
temporarily removes the channel from the scan list. Press to exit scan mode.
Press a second time to activate scan again. To restore a previously deleted
channel, turn the radio off and then back on. The channel is now restored.
Note: You cannot remove your home channel from the scan list. The home
channel is the channel your radio was set to when you started the scanning.
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Handsfree Use Without Accessories (iVox)
You can use the iVox feature to transmit handsfree without the need for any voice
activation (VOX) accessories. Once iVOX is turned on, the radio detects your voice
and transmits when you speak.
1. Turn the radio off.
2. Turn the radio on while pressing . displays.
3. To temporarily disable iVox, press . flashes intermittently.
4. To turn off iVox, turn the radio off.
Handsfree Use With Accessories (VOX)
You can transmit handsfree with the use of optional accessories. Once VOX is
turned on, the radio detects your voice and transmits when you speak.
1. Turn the radio off and plug the VOX accessory into the accessory port (see page
11 for accessory port location).
2. Turn the volume down, then turn the radio on. flashes on the display.
3. Adjust the volume appropriately by rotating .
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.
To turn VOX off, press or remove the audio accessory.
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Weather
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Weather
Your radio can tune in to broadcasts by the United States National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio and Environment Canada
Weatheradio.
You can listen to a weather channel or set your radio to alert you to emergency
weather broadcasts that interrupt routine broadcasts. When you listen to weather
channel, you cannot use your radio in scan mode or for two-way communications.
Both NOAA and Environment Canada have transmitters located throughout the
United States and Canada, respectively. 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.msc-smc.ec.gc.ca/cd/factsheets/wxradio
transmitter for your area. The use of the NOAA logo does not provide an
endorsement or implied endorsement by NOAA's National Weather Service,
nor does the use of the Weatheradio logo provide an endorsement or
implied endorsement by Environment Canada.
Turning Weather Channel Reception On and Off
To turn weather reception on, press and hold for 3 seconds. To turn off, press
or turn the radio off and then back on.
www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr
in Canada to view the appropriate
in the US or
Setting the Weather Channel
Your radio receives 8 weather frequencies (see page 16).
1. After turning weather reception on, press . The current channel flashes.
2. Press or to select the channel.
3. Press to save the weather channel setting.
Setting the Weather Alert
1. After turning weather reception on, Press twice or -displays
2. Press or to select (ON). If you activate Weather Alert and return to
two–way mode, will display.
3. Press to save the weather alert setting.
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.
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Alerts
Channel Busy Indicator
When a channel is busy, the LED flashes twice per second.
Setting and Transmitting Call Tones
Your radio has 10 different call tones that you can transmit to other radios in your
group to alert them that you want to talk.
To set a call tone:
1. With the radio on, press 3 times. The current call tone setting flashes and
displays.
2. Press or to change and hear the call tone.
3. Press or to set the new call tone.
To transmit your call tone to other radios set to the same channel and Interference
Alerts
Eliminator Code as your radio, press .
Note: Setting the call tone to disables the call tone feature.
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 know you are finished talking.
• To turn talk confirmation on, press and hold while you turn the radio on. When
you release after transmitting, your confirmation tone transmits and displays.
• To turn talk confirmation off, turn your radio off and then back on while pressing
and holding .
QT Noise Filtering
The QT noise filtering feature helps ensure uninterrupted communication with
other Motorola radios that have this feature. This feature filters out unwanted
transmissions from other radios. It is useful in places where there is heavy radio
traffic, such as at an amusement park or ski resort.
Note: QT noise filtering is not available while the radio is scanning.
To turn QT noise filtering on or off:
1. Press until displays.
2. Press or until displays to turn noise filtering on, or until – displays to
turn noise filtering off.
3. Press or to confirm your selection.
To transmit to a radio that has QT noise filtering turned on:
1. Select the same channel and Interference Eliminator Code as the other radio.
2. Press or to send a call tone. This allows your voice to pass through the QT
noise filter on the receiving radio.
3. Press and speak normally.
Note: If you skip step 2 or have your call tone set to 0, the beginning of your
message may not be heard on the receiving radio.
For a 30-second period starting after the last transmission, all transmissions
received on the selected channel and code will pass through the QT noise
filter.
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VibraCall®Alert
VibraCall is a vibrating alert that notifies you that your radio is receiving a
message. This is useful in noisy environments. When the alert is on, the radio
vibrates once every 30 seconds when you receive a message on the channel and
code you set.
• To turn vibrating alerts on, press until is displayed, then press to
display .
• To turn vibrating alerts off, press until is displayed in the same menu.
Alerts
Accessories
There are many accessories (sold separately) available for your radio. For more
information, refer to the brochure included with your radio, contact the place of
purchase.
Using Audio Accessories
1. Turn the radio off, lift the accessory jack cover, then plug the audio accessory
into the accessory port (see page 11 for accessory port location).
2. Turn the radio on. Lower the volume before placing the accessory on your
head or in your ear.
3. Press while rotating to adjust the volume to a comfortable level.
4. To transmit, press and speak into the accessory microphone, if any.
5. To receive, release .
Setting the Sensitivity Level
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. Make sure radio is on
2. Press until displays.
3. Press or to select the sensitivity level:
Accessories
= High Sensitivity
for quiet environments
Medium Sensitivity
=
for most environments
Low Sensitivity
=
for noisy environments
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When you connect a VOX accessory, the radio is automatically set to the last chosen
sensitivity level.
Note: If iVox is activated while setting the sensitivity level, a is displayed above .
If VOX is activated while setting the sensitivity level, an is displayed above
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.
Patent Information
This product is manufactured under one or more of the following United States
patents.
5896277 5894292 5864752 5699006 5742484 D408396 D399821 D387758 D389158
5894592 5893027 5789098 5734975 5861850 D395882 D383745 D389827 D389139
5929825 5926514 5953640 6071640 D413022 D416252 D416893 D433001
Export Law Assurances
This product is controlled under the export regulations of the United States of
America and Canada. The Governments of the United States of America and
Canada may restrict the exportation or re-exportation of this product to certain
destinations. For further information contact the U.S. Department of Commerce
or the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.
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this product. Motorola, the Motorola logo trademarks and the Motorola trade
dress are owned by Motorola, Inc. and are used under license from Motorola, Inc.
Please contact Giant International Ltd. at 800-638-5119 for questions/comments,
warranty, support, or service related to this product. MOTOROLA and the Stylized
M Logo are registered in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. All other product or
service names are the property of their respective owners. © Motorola, Inc. 2004.
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accessories and software purchased in the United States or
Canada
What Does this Warranty Cover? Subject to the exclusions contained below, Giant
International Ltd. warrants the Motorola branded wireless telephones, pagers, and
consumer two-way radios that operate via Family Radio Service or General Mobile
Radio Service that it manufactures (“Products”), the Motorola branded or certified
accessories sold for use with these Products that it manufactures (“Accessories”)
and Motorola branded software contained on CD-Roms or other tangible media
and sold for use with these Products that it manufactures (“Software”) to be free
from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer usage for the
period(s) outlined below. This limited warranty is a consumer’s exclusive remedy,
and applies as follows to new Motorola branded Products, Accessories and oftware manufactured by Giant International Ltd., and purchased by consumers in
the United States or Canada, which are accompanied by this written warranty:
Products Covered
A. Products and
Accessories as
defined above,
unless otherwise
provided for
below.
Length of Coverage
A. One (1) year
the date of purchase
by the first consumer
purchaser of the product unless otherwise
provided for below.
from
Exclusions
Normal W
maintenance, repair and replacement of parts due to normal wear
and tear are excluded from coverage.
Batteries. Only batteries whose
fully charged capacity falls below
80% of their rated capacity and batteries that leak are covered by this
limited warranty.
ear and Tear. Periodic
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Products Covered
1. Decorative
Accessories and
Cases. Decorative
covers, bezels,
PhoneWrap
covers and cases.
2. Monaural
Headsets. Ear
buds and boom
headsets that
transmit mono
sound through a
wired connection.
3. Consumer
Two-Way Radio
Accessories.
4. Products and
Accessories that
are Repaired or
Replaced.
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Length of Coverage
1. Limited lifetime
warranty
lifetime of ownership
by the first consumer
purchaser of the
product.
2. Limited lifetime
warranty
lifetime of ownership
by the first consumer
purchaser of the
product.
3. Ninety (90) days
from the date of
purchase by the first
consumer purchaser
of the product.
4. The balance of the
original warranty or
for ninety (90) days
from the date returned
to the consumer,
whichever is longer.
for the
for the
Exclusions
Abuse & Misuse.
age that result from: (a) improper
operation, storage, misuse or
abuse, accident or neglect, such as
physical damage (cracks, scratches,
etc.) to the surface of the product
resulting from misuse; (b) contact
with liquid, water, rain, extreme
humidity or heavy perspiration,
sand, dirt or the like, extreme heat,
or food; (c) use of the Products or
Accessories for commercial purposes or subjecting the Product or
Accessory to abnormal usage or
conditions; or (d) other acts which
are not the fault of Motorola or
(Giant International Ltd.), are
excluded from coverage.
Use of Non-Motorola branded
Products and Accessories. Defects
or damage that result from the
use of Non-Motorola branded or
certified Products, Accessories,
Software or other peripheral equipment are excluded from coverage.
Defects or dam-
Products Covered Length of Coverage Exclusions
Unauthorized Ser
Modification. Defects or damages
resulting from service, testing,
adjustment, installation, maintenance,
alteration, or modification in any way
by someone other than Motorola,
(Giant International Ltd.) or its
authorized service centers, are
excluded from coverage.
Altered Products. Products or
Accessories with (a) serial numbers or
date tags that have been removed,
altered or obliterated; (b) broken seals
or that show evidence of tampering;
(c) mismatched board serial numbers;
or (d) nonconforming or nonMotorola branded housings, or parts,
are excluded from coverage.
Communication Services. Defects,
damages, or the failure of Products,
Accessories or Software due to any
communication service or signal you
may subscribe to or use with the
Products Accessories or Software is
excluded from coverage.
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Products Covered
B. Software.
Applies only to
physical defects
in the media that
embodies the
copy of the
software (e.g.
CD-ROM, or
floppy disk).
Who is Covered? This warranty extends only to the first consumer purchaser, and
is not transferable.
Length of Coverage
B. Ninety (90) days
from the date of
purchase.
Exclusions
Software Embodied in Physical
Media. No warranty is made that the
software will meet your
requirements or will work in
combination with any hardware or
software applications provided by
third parties, that the operation of
the software products will be
uninterrupted or error free, or that all
defects in the software products will
be corrected.
Software NOT Embodied in
Physical Media. Software that is not
embodied in physical media (e.g.
software that is downloaded from
the internet), is provided “as is”
and without warranty. embodied
in physical media (e.g. software
that is downloaded from the
internet), is provided “as is” and
without warranty.
What will Giant International Ltd. Do? Giant International Ltd., at its option,
will at no charge repair, replace or refund the purchase price of any Products,
Accessories or Software that does not conform to this warranty. We may use
functionally equivalent reconditioned/refurbished/pre-owned or new Products,
Accessories or parts. No data, software or applications added to your Product,
Accessory or Software, including but not limited to personal contacts, games
and ringer tones, will be reinstalled. To avoid losing such data, software and
applications please create a back up prior to requesting service.
How to Obtain Warranty Service or Other Information?
To obtain service or information, please call:
USA
Two-Way Radios 1-800-638-5119
For Accessories and Software, please call the telephone number designated
above for the product with which they are used.
You will receive instructions on how to ship the Products, Accessories or Software,
at your expense, to a Giant International Ltd. Authorized Repair Center. To obtain
service, you must 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
facility (if applicable) and, most importantly; (e) your address and telephone
number.
What Other Limitations are There? ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
Canada
Two-Way Radios 1-800-638-5119
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FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION
OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, OTHERWISE THE REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, OR
REFUND AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER, AND IS PROVIDED IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OF IMPLIED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MOTOROLA
OR GIANT INTERNATIONAL LTD. BE LIABLE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT
(INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE
PRICE OF THE PRODUCT, ACCESSORY OR SOFTWARE, OR FOR ANY INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR LOSS
OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR
DATA, SOFTWARE OR APPLICATIONS OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING
OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE ABILITY OR INABILITY TO USE THE
PRODUCTS, ACCESSORIES OR SOFTWARE TO THE FULL EXTENT THESE
DAMAGES MAY BE DISCLAIMED BY LAW.
Some states and jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of
incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the length of an implied
warranty, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that
vary from state to state or from one jurisdiction to another.
Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Motorola certain
exclusive rights for copyrighted Motorola software such as the exclusive rights
to reproduce and distribute copies of the Motorola software. Motorola software
may only be copied into, used in, and redistributed with, the Products associated
with such Motorola software. No other use, including without limitation
disassembly of such Motorola software or exercise of the exclusive rights
reserved for Motorola, is permitted.
• 22 Channels (8 GMRS,
7 GMRS/FRS, 7 FRS)
GMRS channels feature increased
power for longer range. 14 channels
ensure backward compatibility with
FRS two-way radios.
• 99 Interference
Eliminator Codes
38 standard codes plus 61 exclusive
digital codes for superior interference protection.
• QT Noise Filter
Filters out unwanted transmissions
in heavy radio traffic areas.
• VibraCall®Alert
Privately alerts you of an incoming
call.
• Handsfree Use
(iVOX/VOX)
Voice activation lets you talk
handsfree with or without optional
accessories.
• 8 Weather Channels
Receive NOAA weather bulletins.
Weather radio service may not be
available in all areas. Check with
your local weather office for details
or visit www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr in
the US or www.msc-smc.ec.gc.ca/
cd/factsheets/wxradio in Canada.
Use of the NOAA or Weatheradio
logo does not provide endorsement
or implied endorsement by NOAA's
National Weather Service or
Environment Canada.
• Enhanced Scanning
Easily finds your group's channel
and code by searching all possible
combinations while your home
channel is scanned most frequently.
• Audible Call Tones
Multiple distinct ringing options
so your group can identify who's
calling.
• Keypad Lock
Prevents your settings from being
accidentally changed.
• Low Battery Alert
Audible tone and visual display
tell you when the battery is running
down.
• Illuminated Display
Easy to read your settings in
dark places.
• Motorola Quality
Shock, drop, and temperature
tested to meet Motorola's high
quality standards.
• 1 Year Limited Warranty
For a copy of this warranty prior to
purchase, please ask your retailer.
• User's Guide Included
• Batteries (not included)
Requires 3 AA alkaline batteries or
one NiCd rechargeable battery.
WARNING CHOKING HAZARD
SMALL PARTS
Not for children under 3 years.
FRS/GMRS use approved in the US only; GMRS License Required.
Motorola, the Stylized M Logo, and other Motorola trademarks and trade dress are owned by Motorola, Inc. and are used under license from Motorola,
Inc. MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. All other products or service names are the property of
their respective owners. © Motorola, Inc. 2004.
This product is not intended to be used
as a toy or plaything.
KEM-P13939 Model T6500, T6530, T6550
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