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Introduction
Motorola Talkabout T5320, T5410, and T5420 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-
related questions, please contact:
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Contents
Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Turning On/Off Your Radio . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Radio Etiquette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Diagram of Your Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Scan Advance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Nuisance Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Channel Busy Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Call Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
To Set the Call Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Roger Beep/Talk Confirmation Tone . . . .19
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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
To maintain compliance with FCC/Health Canada RF exposure guidelines, if you
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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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Persons with pacemakers should:
• ALWAYS keep the radio more than six inches (15 centimeters) 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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• 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 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
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• 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: “Tur n
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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4. Never alter the AC cord or plug provided with the unit. If plug will not fit the outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. An improper condition
can result in a risk of electric shock.
5. To reduce risk of damage to cord or plug, pull the plug rather than the cord when
disconnecting charger from AC receptacle.
6. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
7. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Motorola may result in a risk
of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
8. Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over,
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Getting Started
Turning On/Off Your Radio
Turn
Knob
Display Normal Menu Mode
P
Turn knob on the top of the radio clockwise to use. Turn the
knob counterclockwise to turn the radio Off.
The radio chirps and the display will show all feature icons
that your radio has available for a brief period.
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Diagram of Your Radio
Use P to:
• Turn power on/off
• Adjust volume
LED Indicator Light
Use
\
to:
• Lock the keypad (when
held down and not in a
menu)
• Exit the menu (when
pressed while in a menu)
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Power
Batteries
T5320, T5410, and T5420 radios operate with 3 AA Alkaline batteries or a NiCd
rechargeable battery. A Rechargeable Upgrade Kit, model no. 53614 is available for
your radio.
Call 1-800-353-2729 (USA) or 1-800-461-4575 (Canada) for the dealer nearest you
or visit our website: www.motorola.com/talkabout
.
Installation
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Battery Life
The following chart lists the approximate battery life during Two-way use* for AA
Alkaline and NiCd batteries.
*Two-way use is defined as 90% standby time, 5% talk time, and 5% receive time.
Battery Type
Two-way Use*
AA Alkaline 27 Hours
NiCd 12 Hours
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6. Slide the radio into one of the Desk Stand charging pockets facing forward. The
red light will glow if the radio is properly inserted.
7. The radio/battery will be fully charged within 14 hours.
You can also charge the battery pack separately from the radio, as follows:
1. Plug the wire on the AC Power Supply into the plug on the Desk Stand.
2. Plug the AC Power Supply into a standard wall outlet.
3. Insert the battery pack into the Desk Stand charging pocket using the charging
pocket insert provided.
4. Make sure that the contacts on the side of the battery pack align with the metal
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Talking and Listening
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same Channel (1-14)
and Interference Eliminator Code (
0-38). T5320 models do not have Interference
Eliminator Codes. You must set the Interference Eliminator Code to
0 on a T5410 or
T5420 to communicate with a T5320.
• To maximize clarity, hold radio 2 to 3 inches from mouth.
• Press and hold
M
and speak into the microphone.
LED Indicator Light glows continuously when transmitting.
• To receive messages, release
.
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Channel
1. With radio On, press
\ , Current Channel will begin to flash.
2. Use
[ and ] to change Channel while flashing.
3. Press
M
to set new Channel.
Interference Eliminator Code (T5410 or T5420)
The interference eliminator codes help minimize interference by
providing you with a choice of code combinations.
• To set the code, press
\ until the code display begins to blink.
• Then press
[
or
]
to set the code.
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Monitor Button
Pressing and holding
J (T5410) or Q(T5320 and T5420), lets you hear the radio’s
volume level when you are not receiving so you can adjust the volume. It is also used
to check activity on current Channel before transmitting.
Time-out Timer
The Time-out Timer feature helps extend battery life by preventing accidental
transmission. The radio will emit a continuous warning tone after
M
is pressed for
60 continuous seconds and will stop transmitting.
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Keypad Lock
To avoid accidentally changing radio operation, press
\ for 3 seconds. Now you will
see the
f icon. This sequence locks the menu, [ and ], and Scan (T5410 Only)
functions. Once locked, you will be able to turn the radio Off and On, increase or
decrease Volume, transmit, send a call tone and monitor.
To unlock, press and hold
\ for 3 seconds.
Scan (T5410 Only)
By Scanning, you can monitor Channels and Codes for transmissions and lock in on
the one that interests you. More importantly, you can find someone in your group who
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Scan Advance
If scan stops on a Channel that you don’t want to listen to, briefly press either the
[
and
] to resume scanning for the next active Channel.
Nuisance Delete
If scan continuously stops on an undesired Channel:
• Press and hold either
[ or ] for at least 3 seconds.
• Then release.
These steps will temporarily remove the undesired Channel from being scanned. To
restore the deselected Channel to the Scan List, turn the radio Off and then On.
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To Set the Call Tone
• With the radio on, press
\ until E appears in the upper right portion of
the display.
Current Call Tone setting
0-5, will begin to flash.
• Press
[ and ] to change and hear Call Tone while flashing.
• Press
\ or
M
to set new Call Tone.
Roger Beep/Talk Confirmation Tone
When you turn on this feature, your two-way radio transmits a unique tone when you
finish transmitting. It’s like saying “Roger” or “Over” and lets others know you’re
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Hands-Free Use/VOX With Compatible VOX Accessories (T5420 Only)
VOX allows you to transmit “hands-free” by talking while using VOX accessories
connected to the radio. See the Motorola Talkabout Accessory Brochure for the
available VOX accessories.
• Turn radio Off.
• Insert plug of audio accessory firmly into Accessory Jack.
• Turn radio On. Radio will display:
g.
• Lower radio volume BEFORE placing accessory on head or
in ear.
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Belt-clip(Included)
Motorola T5320, T5410, and T5420 radios come with a swivel belt-clip.
To A tt ach
1. Align belt-clip post with hole in the radio back.
2. Gently push until it clicks into place.
To R em ov e
1. Push release tab on top of belt clip down to release catch.
2. Pull belt-clip from the radio back.
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There are many accessories (sold separately) available for T5320, T5410, and
T5420 radios. For more information refer to the brochure we’ve included with your
radio, contact place of purchase or call Motorola at:
1-800-353-2729 USA 1-800-461-4575 Canada 1-800-739-7834 (TTY)
Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
No Power Reposition, replace or recharge batteries.
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Hearing Other
Conversation or
Noise on a
Channel
Shared Channel may be in use, try another.
Set Eliminator Code to
0 on a T5410 or T5420 to communicate
with a T5320.
Limited Talk
Steel/concrete structures, heavy foliage and use in buildings and
in vehicles will decrease range. Check for clear line of sight to
improve transmission.
Problem Solution
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Use and Care
To clean the radio, use a
Do not immerse
Do not use alcohol
XXX
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Limited Warranty
for Motorola Personal Communications Products and
Accessories Purchased in the United States and Canada
I. What This Warranty Covers
Defects in materials and workmanship in the following new “Products” manufactured,
sold or certified by Motorola, with which this limited warranty is included in/on the
package: (a) wireless cellular telephones, pagers and two-way radios that operate
via “Personal Radio Service” (such as Family Radio Service and General Mobile
Radio Service), together with software imbedded in any of these products, and (b)
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• Limited Lifetime Warranty Exception. The warranty is a limited lifetime warranty for
the lifetime of ownership by the first end-user of the following products, only: (a)
decorative covers, including bezel, PhoneWrap™ or case (any model); and (b) ear
buds and boom headsets that transmit mono sound through a wire connection (this
does not include ear buds or boom headsets that either transmit stereo sound or that
are wireless, or both).
• Repair / Replacement Exception.
The warranty is for the balance of the original
warranty or for 90 days from the date returned and delivered to the first end-user,
whichever is longer.
III. Who is Covered
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You will receive instructions on how to ship the Products to Motorola or our
designated resource. If instructed to ship the Products, you must ship them with
freight, duties and insurance prepaid. Regardless of where you are instructed to
return the Products, 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 this Product requires subscription service); (d) the name
and location of the installation facility (if applicable) and, most importantly; (e) your
address and telephone number. If requested, you must also return all detachable
parts such as antennas, batteries and chargers. RETAIN YOUR ORIGINAL PROOF
OF PURCHASE.
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• Rechargeable batteries that: (a) are charged by other than the Motorola-approved
battery charger specified for charging such batteries; (b) have any broken seals or
show evidence of tampering; (c) are used in equipment other than the Product for
which they are specified; or (d) are charged and stored at temperatures greater than
60 degrees centigrade. Any of these voids the warranty.
• Products that have: (a) serial numbers or date tags that have been removed, altered
or obliterated; (b) board serial numbers that do not match each other, or board serial
numbers that do not match the housing; or (c) nonconforming or non-Motorola
housings or parts. Any of these voids the warranty.
• Defects or damage that result from: (a) use of the Products in a manner that is not
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Flat-rate repair rates may apply to Products not covered by this warranty. To obtain
information about Products needing repairs that are not covered by this warranty,
please call the telephone number previously listed. We will provide information on
repair availability, rates, methods of payment, where to send the Products, etc.
VII. Some Other Limitations
This is Motorola’s complete warranty for the Products, and states your exclusive
remedies. This warranty is given in lieu of all other express warranties. Implied
warranties, including without limitation, the implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose, are given only if specifically required by applicable
law. Otherwise, they are specifically excluded.
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Products directly infringe a United States patent. Our obligation is conditioned on: (a)
you notifying us promptly in writing when you receive notice of the claim; (b) you
giving us sole control of the defense of the suit and all negotiations for its settlement
or compromise; and (c) should the Products become, or in Motorola's opinion be
likely to become, the subject of a claim of infringement of a United States patent, you
permit us, at our option and expense, either to: procure for you the right to continue
using the Products; replace or modify them so that they become non-infringing; or
grant you a credit for such Products, as depreciated, and accept their return. The
depreciation will be an equal amount per year over the lifetime of the Products, as
established by Motorola.
Motorola will have no liability to you with respect to any claim of patent infringement
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To obtain information on Motorola Personal Communications Products, including
warranty service, accessories and optional Extended Warranties on selected
Products, please call:
USA Canada
Cellular 1-800-331-6456 All Products 1-800-461-4575
Paging 1-800-548-9954 TTY (Text Telephone)
FRS Radios 1-800-353-2729 1-888-390-6456
TTY (Text Telephone) 1-888-390-6456
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FCC
FCC License
Not Required
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
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
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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
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Notes
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MOTOROLA, the Stylized M Logo, TALKABOUT, and all other trademarks indicated as such herein are trademarks of Motorola,
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• No license fee or
airtime charges!
• Audible Call Tones
Multiple distinct
ringing options so your
group can identify
who’s calling
• Keypad Lock
Prevents your settings from
being accidentally changed
• Durable, fixed antenna
Maximizes talk range
• “Roger” Beep/Talk
Confirmation Tone
Signals others you’re
done talking
• Call Button
Get others’ attention
before you start talking
• Weather-resistant
• 1 Year Limited Warranty
For warranty details call
1-800-353-2729
• User’s guide included
• Low Battery Alert
Audible tone and visual display
tell you your battery is running
down
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