Motorola Talkabout T5300, Talkabout T5400 User Manual

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Introduction

Motorola Talkabout T5300 and T5400 radios operate on Family Radio Service
(FRS) designated frequencies. This license-free, two-way radio service was
established specifically for family and group recreational use. Use of this radio
outside the country where it was intended to be distributed is subject to government
regulations and may be prohibited. Read this manual carefully and make sure you
know how to properly operate radio before use.

For a copy of a large-print version of this guide, or for product-

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Contents

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Turning On/Off Your Radio . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Radio Etiquette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Diagram of Your Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Channel Busy Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Call Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Roger Beep/Talk Confirmation Tone . . . .17

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

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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 contained in user guides published prior to July 2000. For information
regarding radio use in a hazardous atmosphere please refer to the Factory Mutual
(FM) Approval Manual Supplement or Instruction Card, which is included with radio

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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

• National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) of the

United States, Report 86, 1986

• 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

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DO NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the antenna
affects call quality and may cause the radio to operate at a higher power level than
needed.

Two-way Radio Operation
When using your radio as a traditional two-way radio, hold the radio in a
vertical position with the microphone one to two inches (2.5 to 5 cm) away
from the lips.
Body-worn Operation

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ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE/COMPATIBILITY
Note: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference

(EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise configured for
electromagnetic 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.

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• 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.

Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless radio may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of

such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to
discuss alternatives.

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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 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, unless it is a radio type especially qualified for use in such areas as

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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 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,

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