VL50
Two-Way Radio User Guide
Contents
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
FCC Licensing Information . . . . . . . . . .4
Product Safety and RF Exposure
Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Battery Charger Safety Instructions. . . . 7
Radio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installing the Swivel Belt Holster . . . . . . 9
Installing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Charging Status LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Turning Your Radio On and Off . . . . . .14
Adjusting the Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Reading the Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Talking and Receiving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Basic Radio Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Signal Strength and Channel Busy
Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Talk Range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Handsfree Use (VOX) . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Locking the Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Monitoring a Channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Programming Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Entering Programming Mode. . . . . . . .23
Cloning Radio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Advanced Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Use and Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Frequencies and Bandwidths . . . . . . . 34
Spirit GT Series Programming . . . . . . 40
Limited Warranty for Motorola . . . . . . 41
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
1
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Motorola VL50 Radio. Your radio is a product of
Motorola’s 75 plus years of experience as a world leader in designing and
manufacturing communications equipment. The VL50 radio provides cost -e ffective
communications for businesses such as retail stores, restaurants, hotels, and
schools. Motorola professional two-way radios are the perfect communications
solution for all of today’s fast-paced industries.
Please read this guide carefully so you know how to properly operate the radio
before use.
Package Contents
• VL50 Radio
• Swivel Belt Holster
• Lithium-Ion Battery
• AAA Battery Tray
Introduction
• Drop-In Charger with Transformer
• User's Guide
• Accessory Brochure
•Warranty Card
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For product-related questions, please call:
1-800-927-2744 in the USA
1-888-390-6456 TTY (Text Telephone)
Introduction
3
FCC Licensing Information
The Motorola VL50 two-way radio operates on radio frequencies that are regulated by the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC). In order to transmit on these frequencies, you are required to have a
license issued by the FCC.
Application is made available on FCC Forms 601, schedules D and H, and remittance form 159. If ordering the
forms by mail, phone, or from the FCC website, please request document number
forms and instructions. If using the FCC Fax-on-Demand system, use the 7-digit or der numbers listed below.
To obtain the required forms, please use the following contact information:
Faxed
contact the Fax-On-Demand
system at:
1-202-418-0177
Request forms 3060001,
3060003, and 3060006
Before filling out your application, you must decide which frequency(ies) you can operate on. See Frequencies
and Bandwidths on page 34. For questions on determining your radio frequency, please call Motorola Product
FCC Licensing Information
Services at 1-800-927-2744.
Changes or modifications not expressly approv ed by Motorola may void the us er ’s authority granted b y the FCC
to operate this rad io and shou ld not be made . To comply wit h FCC requi rements , tran smitter adju stments shou ld
be made only by or under the supervision of a person certified as technically qualified to perform transmitter
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call the FCC forms hotline
Request document 000601 Request document 000601
Mailed
at:
1-800-418-FORM
1-800-418-3676
000601
, which includes all
By Phone or Web
or for questions
regarding FCC license
contact the FCC at:
1-888-CALL-FCC
1-888-225-5322
or: http://www.fcc.gov
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 coul d 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.
FCC Licensing Information
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Product Safety and RF Exposure Compliance
!
Before using this product, read the operating instructions for safe usage contained in the
Product Safety and RF Exposure booklet enclosed with your radio.
C a u t i o n
ATTENTION!
This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements.
using this product, read the RF energy awareness information and operating instructions in the Product Safety
and RF Exposure booklet enclosed with your radio (Motorola Publication part number 6881095C98) to ensu re
compliance with RF energy exposure limits.
For a list of Motorola-approved antennas, batteries, and other accessories, visit the following web site which lists
approve d ac ce ss ories: http ://www.motorola.co m /cg is s/index.shtml.
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.
Product Safety and RF Exposure Compliance
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Before
4. To reduce the risk of damage to the cord or plug, pull the plug rather than the cord when disconne cting the
charger from the AC receptacle.
5. To reduce the risk of el ectric shock, unplug the charger fr om 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 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 numb er , size , and s hape 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 the Motorola Accessories
and Aftermarket Division at 1-800-422-4210 in the USA or 1-888-390-6456 TTY (Text Telephone).
Product Safety and RF Exposure Compliance
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Radio Controls
Radio Controls
8
Microphone
Use P to:
Turn radio on/off
Adjust radio volume
Use B to:
Transmit call tone
Use Push to Talk to:
Talk
Exit a menu
Use T to:
Monitor the frequency
Scan channels
Use S to:
Lock the keypad
Scroll through menus
Accessory Jack
Use [ and ] to:
Change channels
Change menu settings
Speaker
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Getting Started
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Installing the Swivel Belt Holster
1. Slide the bottom of the radio in to the ho lste r un til it snaps into
place.
2. To remove, push the tab on the holster and pull the radio away
from the holster.
Note:
In case of loss, please contact your point-of-sale or call
1-800-422-4210 to request replacement part
number HCLN4013.
HCLN4013 Swivel
Belt Holster
Getting Started
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Installing the Batteries
Your radio uses a rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery or 3 AAA alkaline batteries with
the 56564 AAA Battery Tray.
Li-Ion Battery
1. If the battery door is already in place, push down on the recess
on the door and slide it off the radio.
2. Insert the battery , printe d arrows first, into the battery
compartment and press down to secure firmly in place.
3. Slide and snap the battery door into place.
AAA Alkaline Batteries
1. If the battery door is already in place, push down on the recess
on the door and slide it off the radio.
2. Insert 3 AAA batteries into the battery tray as shown by the
markings inside the tray.
Getting Started
3. Insert the battery tray into the battery compartment and press down to secure firmly in
place.
4. Slide and snap the battery door into place.
5. Press
6. Press
S
battery).
[
until A or n flashes (this menu does not appear if using a Motorola Li-Ion
or ] to select A for alkaline batteries, or n for rechargeable AAA cells.
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Charging the Battery
Use only the charger supplied with the radio, or other VL50 radio power accessories. For
optimum battery life, do not charge the battery for prolonged periods after it is fully charged.
Charging the battery over the weekend is acceptable.
Using the Drop-in Charger
1. Place the charger on a flat surface.
2. Insert the plug of the power cord into the jack on
the charger.
3. Plug the cord into an AC outlet.
4. Turn the radio off. If the radio is on while charging,
it will take longer to fully charge.
5. Insert the radio (with battery installed) into the
front charging pocket.
Note:
holster on.
The drop-in charger will also sequentially charge a spare 56557 Li-Ion battery. The spare
battery will not begin to charge until the radio battery is fully charged. Both batteries will
charge in approximately 2–6 hours.
The radio will fit in the charger with the
Getting Started
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Using the 56531 Multi-Unit Charger
The Multi-Unit Charger (MUC) allows drop-in charging of up to 6 radios or batteries. Batteries
can be charged inside the radios or removed and placed in the MUC separately. Each of the
6 charging pockets can hold a radio or battery, but not both.
1. Place the charger on a flat surface.
2. Insert the power cord plug into the jack on the MUC.
3. Plug the cord into an AC outlet.
4. Turn the radio off.
5. Insert the radio or battery into the charging pocket.
Battery charging pocket
Radio charging pocket
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Charging Status LEDs
On the drop-in charger, the radio and battery charging pockets have their own LEDs.
On the MUC, each of the 6 charging pockets has an LED. The LEDs are grouped into pairs to
show which charging pockets are paired (for cloning, see page 27).
The LED is solid red when the battery is charging, and solid green when charg ing is complete.
Battery Meter
The battery meter in the upper left corner of the display (see page 15) shows how much
battery power is remaining.
Battery Type 3 Bars 2 Bars 1 Bar Flashing
db c m
Li-Ion
AAA Alkaline 100%–75% 75%–40% 40%–10% Final 10%
Battery Life
Based on 5% transmit, 5% receive, 90% standby (standard duty cycle):
Li-Ion – 12 Hours AAA Alkaline – 10 Hours
Note:
For optimal battery life, high-capacity alkaline batteries are recommended.
100%–85% 85%–25% 25%–10% Final 10%
Getting Started
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Turning Your Radio On and Off
See page 8 for a basic radio diagram.
Turn
P
clockwise to turn the radio on, and counterclockwise to turn the radio off. When the
radio is on, the transmit light on the top of the radio flashes every 3 seconds.
When you turn the radio on, the radio chirps and the display briefly shows all
features and display segments.
The radio then displays the current channel (larger number in
the center) and the frequency assigned to that channel (on the right indicated
by
l
).
The Interference Eliminator Code displays briefly (indicated by
the current channel remains displayed.
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y
, then
Adjusting the Volume
Turn P clockwise to increase the volume, and counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
Note:
Do not hold the radio too close to your ear when adjusting the volume.
Reading the Display
Signal Strength and Channel Busy Indicator
Battery Meter
Channel
Interference Eliminator
Code Indicator
Programming Mode
Scan
VibraCall® Alert Indicator
Frequency and
Interference Eliminator
Code
Keypad Lock
Frequency Indicator
Microphone Gain and
VOX
Getting Started
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Talking and Receiving
Basic Radio Operation
1. Press and hold T to check for chann e l activity. If y o u he a r stat ic, the channel is clear to
use. Do not transmit if someone is speaking on the channel. Press
monitoring.
2. To talk, press and hold
2 to 3 inches away from your mouth.
3. To listen, release
The transmit LED on the top of the radi o is red whe n tran smit ting .
Push to Talk
Push to Talk
and speak into the microphone. Hold the radio
.
Signal Strength and Channel Busy Indicators
When there is activity on a frequency, the radio displays w and the
transmit light flashes at a faster rate of once per second.
When there is activity on the same frequency a nd code as your radio
(your radio is receiving), the radio displays w and a signal strength
Talking and Receiving
from 1 (weakest) to 6 (strongest).
radio is moving out of range.
This can help determine when a
again to stop
T
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Note:
Obstacles that block the signal path may affect the strength of the incoming signal.
Talk Range
Industrial Multi-Level Outdoor
Inside steel/concrete
industrial buildings
Up to 200,000 sq. ft. Up to 15 floors Up to 5 miles
Inside multi-level
buildings
Flat ground with no
obstructions
Handsfree Use (VOX)
The VL50 radio can operate handsfree when used with compatible voice activation (VOX)
accessories. A short delay occurs between the time when you start talking and when the radio
transmits.
Talking and Receiving
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With Compatible VOX Accessories
1. Turn the radio off.
2. Open the accessory cover.
3. Plug the audio accessory firmly into the accessory jack.
4. Turn the radio on. The radio displays
you are setting up the VOX accessory for the first
time, set the VOX sensitivity level (see page 19)
5. Lower the radio volume BEFORE placing the accessory in or
near your ear.
6. To transmit, speak into the accessory microphone. To receive,
stop talking.
To disable VOX operation, press
Note:
To order accessories, call 1-800-422-4210, or contact your point of purchase.
g. If g
Push to Talk
is flashing and
or remove the audio accessory.
Talking and Receiving
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.
Setting the
You can adjust the sensitivity of your radio’s accessory or microphone during VOX operation
to suit different operating environments. These menus appear only when the VOX feature is in
use, which is indicated by
1. Press
the external VOX (with audio ac cess ory).
2. Press
0 = Off 1 = Low 2 = Medium 3 = High
Locking the Keypad
You can lock the keypad to avoid accidentally changing your radio settings.
1. Press and hold
2. To unlock, press and hold
VOX Sensitivity
g
.
until g displays. The radio displays H when you are setting
S
or ] to select the sensitivity level:
[
for 3 seconds.
S
for 3 seconds.
S
External VOX
Monitoring a Channel
Monitoring allows you to check for activity on a channel.
1. Press and hold
and
w
and 0 will display.
2. Press
T
T
. If the channel is clear to use, you will hear static
again to stop monitoring.
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Scanning
You can scan up to 4 channels and frequencies. When the radio detects activity, it stops
scanning and locks in on the active channel. This allows you to talk and listen to the person
transmitting without changing channels.
1. To start scanning, briefly press
The scan icon
detects activity, it stops on that channel and displays
2. To talk to the person transmitting without switching channels, press
5 seconds.
3. To stop scanning, briefly press
If you press
were on before you started scanning.
Skipping and Removing Channels While Scanning
Scan has two temporary features to make it easier to use.
• Scan advance
Talking and Receiving
If the radio stops scanning on a channel you do not want to listen to, press
scanning for the next active channel.
• Nuisance delete
Press and hold
the next time you use the scan feature.
h
displays and the radio begins to scan the channels. When the radio
If no transmission occurs within 5 seconds, scanning resumes.
Push to Talk while the radio is scanning, the radio transmits on the channel you
[
to temporarily remove a channel from the scan list. The channel return
T
T
.
w
and the channel number.
Push to Talk
.
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]
to resume
within
Programming Mode
Programming mode allows you to change the following settings on your radio:
• Channel
• Frequency
• Interference eliminator code
• Call tones
• Microphone gain
• Scan list
• Available channels
Notes:
• To talk with someone on your two-way radio, the channel, frequency, and interference
eliminator code must be the same on both radios.
• You cannot enter programming mode while a VOX accessory is plugged into the radio.
Programming Mode
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Factory Default Settings
Your radio is programmed at the factory to the following settings:
Channel Frequency
1 1
2 2
3 3
4 4
5 5
6 6
7 7
8 8
Code 1
Call Tone/
Programming Mode
VibraCall
VOX Off (0)
Microphone
Gain
®
2 (medium sensitivity)
Off (0)
To restore the factory settings, turn the radio on wh ile hold in g
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3 seconds.
Push to Talk
and S for
Entering Programming Mode
Press and hold
and displays
and code (indicated by
Note:
to the front of the Programming Mode.
Selecting a Channel
1. In programming mode, press S until the channel number flashes and the
frequency and code display alternately (this is the first setting after you
enter programming mode).
2. Press
3. Press and hold
continue programming.
Programming the Frequency
1. In programming mode, press S until
number flashes.
2. Press
3. Press and hold
continue programming.
Note:
radios. If you are matching your VL50 radio to an existing Spirit GT radio, see page 40.
Push to Talk
k
If you press and release the
[
or ] to select the channel.
or
[
See page 34 for information on frequencies for communicating with other business
, the channel number flashes, and the frequency (indicated by
Push to Talk
to select the frequency
]
Push to Talk
and T for 3 seconds while turning the radio on. The radio beeps
y
) display alternately.
Push to Talk
to exit programming mode, or pressS to
l
to exit programming mode, or pressS
button when programming, you will return
displays and the frequency
.
to
l
)
Programming Mode
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Programming the Interference Eliminator Code
The interference eliminator code helps minimize interference by providing code combinations
that filter out static, noise, and unwanted messages.
1. In programming mode, press
number flashes.
2. Press
3. Press and hold
continue programming.
Programming the Available Channels
If you need fewer channels, you can reduce the number of available channels.
1. In programming mo de, press
flashes.
2. Press
3. Press and hold
continue programming.
Programming Mode
Note:
Programming Call Tones and VibraCall
Your radio can transmit call tones to other radios in your group so you can alert them that you
are about to talk. Your r a d io is p rogrammed at the factory with call tones turned off (set to
but you can chan ge th is sett ing to
or ] to select the code (see page 37).
[
Push to Talk
or ] to select the number of channels you want available.
[
Push to Talk
The radio retains settings for channels made unavailable.
S
until
y
displays and the code
to exit programming mode, or press S to
S
until = displays and the channel number
to exit programming mode, or press S to
®
choose a distinctive call tone.
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0
),
The VibraCall® feature is an additional call tone option that makes the VL50 radio vibrate
briefly when it receives if you have not transmitted or received in the last 30 seconds. Select
call tone 8 to turn VibraCall
1. In programming mode, press
2. Press
VibraCall
3. Press and hold
continue programming.
To transmit your call tone, press
or ] to hear and select the call tone. Select call tone 8 for
[
®
.
Push to Talk
®
on. i displays on the radio when VibraCall® is on.
S
until E displays.
to exit programming mode, or press S to
on the side of the radio.
B
Programming Mode
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Programming Microphone Gain
You can adjust the microphone sensitivity to suit different users or operating environments.
1. In programming mode, press
2. Press
3 = High sensitivity, for quiet environments
2
= Medium sensitivity (default)
1 = Low sensitivity, for loud environments
3. Press and hold
programming.
Editing the Scan List
For faster scanning and to avoid hearing unwanted transmissions, you can edit the scan list to
skip channels.
1. In programming mode, press
and
2. Press
Programming Mode
3. Press
channel.
4. Press and hold
programming.
or ] to select the sensitivity level:
[
Push to Talk
Y
or n flash.
[
or ] to select the channel you want to remove from the scan list.
T
to display either Y to include the channel or n to exclude the
Push to Talk
until g and ? display.
S
to exit programming mode, or press S to continue
S
until h displays and the channel number
to exit programming mode, or press S to continue
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Cloning Radio Settings
You can copy VL50 radio settings from one radio (the source) to a second radio using the
56531 Multi-Unit Charger (MUC) optional accessory. See the MUC User's Guide for more
information.
You can clone only one radio at a time. A multi-channel radio can clone to a single-channel
radio, but only the first channel is cloned. The MUC does not have to be plugged in for cloning,
but both radios require charged batteries.
1. On the source radio, press and hold
radio on. The radio beeps and displays
2. Place the source radio in one of the charging pockets.
3. Turn the target radio on and place it in the charging pocket that is
paired with the pocket containing the source radio. There are
3 paired charging pockets as indicated by the 3 pairs of charging
status LEDs.
4. Press and hold
settings to the target radio. If cloning was successful, P or Pass
displays on the source radio and the target radio displays all feature
icons. If cloning was not successful, F or Fail displays on the source
radio.
5. Turn the target radio off and back on again to use.
6. To clone another radio, repeat steps 3 and 4.
7. To exit programming mode on the source radio, press and hold
no longer appears.
T
on the source radio. The source radio transmits its
Push to Talk
k
.
and T for 3 seconds while turning the
Paired
pockets
031102o
LEDs
Push to T a lk
until
k
Cloning Radio Settings
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Advanced Features
You can set the following features by pressing and holding additional buttons
the radio on.
while turning
To Do This
Turn Keypad Tones On/Off
Turns keypad beeps off for silent keypad operation.
Turn End-of-Transmission Tone On/Off
If enabled, your two-way radio transmits a tone when you
finish transmitting (like saying Roger or Over).
If keypad tones are off and end-of-transmission tone is on,
you will not hear the end-of-transmission tone, but it is
transmitted.
Advanced Features
Turn Battery Save Mode On/Of f
Decreases attack time, which is the brief period of time
between when the radio receives a transmission on its
frequency and broadcasts audio. Turning battery save
mode off decreases battery life by approximately 20%.
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Press This Button
While Turning
the Radio On
[
]
Push to T alk
T [
Default
Setting
On
Off
On
To Do This
Press This Button
While Turning
the Radio On
Default
Setting
Restore Factory Defaults
Returns radio to its original factory settings.
Push to Talk
S
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Advanced Features
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Troubleshooting
Symptom Try This:
No Power
Message not
transmitted
Hearing other
noises or
conversation on
a channel
Troubleshooting
Poor audio
quality
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Recharge or replace Li-Ion battery.
Reposition or replace Alkaline batteries.
Make sure Push to Talk is completely pressed while
transmitting.
Recharge, replace, and/or reposition batteries.
Verify the transmit light is illuminated while speaking.
Verify Channel, Frequency, and Code settings are correct.
Frequency may be in use. Change on all radios if possible (see
page 23 and 24).
Bandwidth does not match. For optimal audio quality when
communicating with VL50 radios, the bandwidth of other radios
should be set to 12.5 kHz, if possible.
Symptom Try This:
Steel and/or concrete structures, heavy foliage, buildings, or
Limited talk
range
Message not
received
vehicles decrease range (see page 17). Check for clear line of
sight to improve range.
Wearing radio close to body such as in a pocket or on a belt
decreases range. Change location of radio.
Confirm radios have the same chan nel, frequency, and
interference eliminator code settings (see page 21).
Recharge, replace, and/or reposition batteries.
Move to another location. Obstructions and operating indoors or
in vehicles may decrease range.
Verify radio is not in scan mode.
Heavy static or
interference
Keypad locked
Low batteries
Radios are too close. They must be at least 5 feet apart.
Radios are too far apart or obstacles are interfering with
transmission.
Unlock by holding S for 3 seconds.
Recharge or replace batteries. Extreme operating temperatures
affect battery life.
Troubleshooting
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Symptom Try This:
Reinsert radio and/or battery.
Charger light
does not come
on
Clean battery and/or charger contacts.
Verify that the charging pin on the transformer is inserted
correctly into the drop-in charger.
AAA cells installed in radio. Remo ve and replace with Li-Ion
battery.
Low battery
meter reading
although new
batteries are
installed
Troubleshooting
Cannot activate
VOX
Cannot enter
k
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mode
Verify radio is set to the correct battery type (see page 10).
Verify high-capacity alkaline batteries are used for optimal
battery life.
Feature not set and on (see page 18).
Sensitivity set to 0 (see page 19).
Verify that accessory allows VOX operation.
Unplug audio accessories and retry.
Use and Care
XXX
Use a soft damp cloth
to clean the exterior.
If the radio is submerged in water...
Turn radio off and
remove batteries.
Dry with soft cloth.
Do not immerse
in water.
Do not use alcohol or
cleaning solutions.
Use and Care
Do not use radio until
completely dry.
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Frequencies and Bandwidths
These charts provide frequency information and are useful when using Motorola VL50 radios
with other business radios. Frequency Display Number is identical to Spirit M, GT, and SSeries frequency position (where applicable), but bandwidth may be different.
UHF Frequencies
Frequencies and Bandwidths
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Display
Number
1 464.5000 12.5/25.0 11 462.6750 12.5/25.0
2 464.5500 12.5/25.0
3 467.7625 12.5/25.0
4 467.8125 12.5/25.0
5 467.8500 12.5/25.0
6 467.8750 12.5/25.0
7 467.9000 12.5/25.0
8 467.9250 12.5/25.0
9 462.5750 12.5/25.0
10 462.6250 12.5/25.0
Frequency
(MHz)
Bandwidth
Display
Number
12 464.3250 12.5/25.0
13 464.8250 12.5/25.0
14 469.2625 12.5/25.0
15 469.5000 12.5/25.0
16 469.5500 12.5/25.0
17 462.7625 12.5
18 462.7875 12.5
19 462.8125 12.5
20 462.8375 12.5
Frequency
(MHz)
Bandwidth
UHF Frequencies (Continued)
Display
Number
21 462.8625 12.5 35 461.2875 12.5
22 462.8875 12.5
23 462.9125 12.5
24 464.4875 12.5
25 461.0375 12.5
26 461.0625 12.5
27 461.0875 12.5
28 461.1125 12.5
29 461.1375 12.5
30 461.1625 12.5
31 461.1875 12.5
32 461.2125 12.5
33 461.2375 12.5
34 461.2625 12.5
Frequency
(MHz)
Bandwidth
Display
Number
36 461.3125 12.5
37 461.3375 12.5
38 461.3625 12.5
39 462.7625 12.5
40 462.7875 12.5
41 462.8125 12.5
42 462.8375 12.5
43 462.8625 12.5
44 462.8875 12.5
45 462.9125 12.5
46 464.4875 12.5
47 464.5125 12.5
48 464.5375 12.5
Frequency
(MHz)
Bandwidth
Frequencies and Bandwidths
35
UHF Frequencies (Continued)
Frequencies and Bandwidths
36
Display
Number
49 464.5625 12.5 53 466.1125 12.5
50 466.0375 12.5
51 466.0625 12.5
52 466.0875 12.5
Frequency
(MHz)
Bandwidth
Display
Number
54 466.1375 12.5
55 466.1625 12.5
56 466.1875 12.5
Frequency
(MHz)
Bandwidth
Interference Eliminator Codes
Display
Number
1 67.0 14 107.2 27 167.9
2 71.9 15 110.9 28 173.8
3 74.4 16 114.8 29 179.9
4 77.0 17 118.8 30 186.2
5 79.7 18 123.0 31 192.8
6 82.5 19 127.3 32 203.5
7 85.4 20 131.8 33 210.7
8 88.5 21 136.5 34 218.1
9 91.5 22 141.3 35 225.7
10 94.8 23 146.2 36 233.6
11 97.4 24 151.4 37 241.8
12 100.0 25 156.7 38 250.3
13 103.5 26 162.2
Carrier Squelch (0) disables interference eliminator codes.
Code
(Hz)
Display
Number
Code
(Hz)
Display
Number
Code
(Hz)
Frequencies and Bandwidths
37
Digital Interference Eliminator Codes
Frequencies and Bandwidths
38
Display
Number
39 023 54 115 69 223
40 025 55 116 70 226
41 026 56 125 71 243
42 031 57 131 72 244
43 032 58 132 73 245
44 043 59 134 74 251
45 047 60 143 75 261
46 051 61 152 76 263
47 054 62 155 77 265
48 065 63 156 78 271
49 071 64 162 79 306
50 072 65 165 80 311
51 073 66 172 81 315
52 074 67 174 82 331
53 114 68 205 83 343
Digital
Code
Display
Number
Digital
Code
Display
Number
Digital
Code
Digital Interference Eliminator Codes (Continued)
Display
Number
84 346 97 465 110 632
85 351 98 466 111 654
86 364 99 503 112 662
87 365 100 506 113 664
88 371 101 516 114 703
89 411 102 532 115 712
90 412 103 546 116 723
91 413 104 565 117 731
92 423 105 606 118 732
93 431 106 612 119 734
94 432 107 624 120 743
95 445 108 627 121 754
96 464 109 631
Digital
Code
Display
Number
Digital
Code
Display
Number
Digital
Code
Frequencies and Bandwidths
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Spirit GT Series Programming
The VL50 radio platform is designed to replace the Spirit GT Series radio. The first eight
frequencies and 38 interference eliminator codes of VL50 radio are compatible with Spirit GT
Series. To program your VL50 radio to talk with a Spirit GT Series, verify or change your Spirit
GT settings as follows.
To verify the frequency and code:
1. Press the Menu button 3 times. The channel number and frequency display.
2. Press Menu again. The interference eliminator code displays.
To change the frequency:
1. Enter programming mode by pressing and holding
5 seconds while turning the radio on, then release
2. Use the Scroll button to select one the eight frequencies.
To change the interference eliminator code:
1. Enter programming mode by pressing and holding
5 seconds while turning the radio on, then release
2. Press the Menu button. The code number flashes.
3. Use the Scroll button to select the code.
Spirit GT Series Programming
To exit programming mode on a Spirit GT Series radio, press
exit programming mode after five seconds.
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Push to Talk
Push to Talk
Push to Talk
Push to Talk
for approximately
.
for approximately
.
Push to Talk or the radio will
Limited Warranty
for Motorola Personal Communications
Products Purchased in the United States and Canada
Warranty
I. What This Warranty Covers
• Products.
and/or two-wa y radios , and c ertain accessories that are sold with them, such as the battery,
battery charger, and holste r ma nufactured and/or sold by Motorola (Products).
• Batteries.
Motorola and/or sold with Products are covered by this warranty only if the fully-charged
capacity falls below 80% of rated capacity or they leak.
•Software.
supplied with the Products.
Defects in materials and workmanship in wireless cellular telephones, pagers,
Defects in materials and workmanship in batteries that are manufactured by
Physical defects in the media that tangibly embodies each copy of any software
II. What the Period of Coverage Is
From the date the Prod ucts are purchased by the first end-user:
• Products.
Talkabout Series two-way radio accessories (including the Spirit GT Series batteries) is for
90 days.
•Software.
• Repairs/Replacements.
days from the date y ou receive it, whichever is longer.
The warranty is for one year. Exception: The warr anty for Spirit GT Series and
The warranty is for 90 days.
The warranty is for the balance of the original warranty or for 90
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III. Who is Covered
This warranty extends to the first end-user purchaser only.
IV. What We Will Do to Correct Warranty Problems
At no charge to you, we have the option to repair or replace the Products or software that do no t
conform to the warranty, or to refund the Products’ purchase price. We may use functionally
equivalent reconditioned/refurbis hed/pre-owned or new P roducts or parts. No software updates are
provided.
V. How to Obtain Warranty Service or Other Information
USA/
Canada
TTY
For
Accessories
Two-Way Radios
TTY 1-888-390-6456
, please call 1-800-422-4210.
1-800-927-2744
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You will receiv e instructions on ho w to ship the Prod ucts to Motorola. You must ship the Products to
us with freight, duties and insurance prepaid. Alo ng with 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 yo ur service provider (if this Product requ ires 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.
We will ship repaired or replacement Produc ts at our expense for the freight and insurance, but at
your expense for any duties. If additional information is needed, please contac t us at th e tele pho ne
number listed abov e.
VI. What This Warranty Does Not Cover
•
Products that are operated in com bination with ancillary or peripheral equipment or software
not furnished by Motorola for use with the Products (“ancillary equipment”), or any damage
to the Products or ancillary equipment as a result of such use. Among other things,
“ancillary equipment” includes batteries, chargers, adaptors, and power supplies not
manufactured or supplied by Motorola. Any of these voids the w arranty.
•
Someone other than Motorola (or its authorized service centers) tests, adjusts, installs,
maintains, alters, modifies, or services the Products in any way. Any of these voids the
warranty.
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•
Rechargeable batteries that: (a) are charged by other than the Motorola-approved battery
charger specified for char ging such batteries; (b) have any broken sea ls or show evidence
of tampering; (c) are used in equipment other than the Produ ct f or which the y are sp ecifie d;
or (d) are charged and stored at temperatures greate r than 60 degrees centigrade. Any of
these voids the warranty.
•
Products that have: (a ) serial n umbers or date tags that have been removed, altered, or
obliterated; (b) board serial numbers th at do not match eac h other, or board serial numbers
that do not match the housing; or (c) no nconf orming or non-Motorola housings or parts. Any
of these voids the warranty.
•
Defects or damage that result from: (a) use of the Prod ucts in a manner that is not normal or
customary; (b) improper operation or misuse; (c) accident or neglect such as dropping the
Products onto hard surfaces; (d) co ntact with water, rain, extreme humidity, or heavy
perspiration; (e) contact with sand, dirt or the like; or (f) contact with extreme heat, or spills
of food or liquid.
•
Physical damage to the surface of the Products, including scratches, cr acks, or other
damage to a display screen, lens, or other externally exposed parts.
•
Failure of Products that is due primarily to any communication service or signal you may
subscribe to or use with the Products.
•
Coil cords that are stretched or that have any broken modular tabs.
•
Products that are leased.
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, the y are specifically excluded.
No warranty is made as to coverage, availability, or grade of service provided by the Products,
whether through a service provider or otherwise.
No warranty is made that the software will meet your requirements or will work in combination with
any hardware or applications software products provided by third parties, that the oper ation of the
software products will be uninterrupted or error free, or that all defects in the software products will
be corrected.
In no even t shall Motorola be liable, whether in contract or tort (including negligence) for damages
in excess of the purchase price of the Product, 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, or other financial loss arising out of or in connection with the ability or inability
to use the Products, to the full extent these damages may be disclaimed by law.
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VIII. Patent and Software Provisions
At Motorola’s e xpe nse, we will def end y ou, and pa y costs and damages that ma y be finally a warded
against you, to the ex tent that a lawsuit is based on a claim that the Products directly infringe a
United States patent. Our obligation is conditioned on: (a) you notifying us promp tly 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 thei r return. The depreciation will be an equal amou nt per
year ov er the lifetime of the Products, as established by Motorola.
Motorola will have no liability to you with respect to any claim of patent infringement that is based
upon the combination of the Products or parts furnished under this limited warranty with ancillary
equipment, as defined in VI., above.
This is Motorola’s entire liability with respec t to infringement of patents by the Products.
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Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Motorola and other third party software
providers certain exclusiv e rights for copyrighted software, such as the exclusive rights to
reproduce in copies and distribute copies o f such software. The software ma y be copied into, used
in and redistributed with only those Products that are associated with such software. No other use,
including without limitation, disassembly or reverse engineering of such software or exercise of
exclusiv e rights in such software is permitted.
Some states and other jurisdictions do not allow the ex clusion or limitation 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, which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
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Accessories
Audio Accessories
56517 Earpiece with In-line PTT Microphone
56518 Earpiece with Boom Microphone
BDN6774 Ear piece with Microphone
BDN6773 Headset with Swivel Boom Microphone
HMN8435 Earbud with PTT Microphone
HMN9051 Remote Speaker Microphone
Carry Accessories
HCLN4013 Swivel Belt Holster
56519 Leather Carry Case
Chargers
56553 Charger
56531 Multi-Unit Charger
Accessories
Batteries
56557 Packaged Battery
56564 AAA Battery Tray Kit
Replacement Parts
1585883F01 Battery Cover
This product is not intended for field repair. There are no user servicable parts.
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VL50 Radio Programming Quick Reference
To enter programming mode, press and hold Push to Talk
Qfor 3 seconds while turning the radio on. The radio
and
beeps and displays
frequency (indicated by
display alternately.
k, the channel number flashes, and the
l) and code (indicated by y)
Set the
Channel
Set the
Frequency
Set the
Interference
Eliminator
Code
Set
Available
Channels
Press [ or
Press
Press
frequency.
Press
displays.Press
the code.
Press
Press
number of available channels.
].
S
until
l displays.
[ or
] to change the
S
until
y
[or ]
S
until = displays.
[ or
]
to change
to select
VL50 Radio Programming Quick Reference
Press
S
until E display.s
Set a Call
Tone
Set the
Microphone
Gain
Edit the
Scan List
[
or
Press
3 for audible call tones, 4 for
VibraCall, or 0 for off (default).
Press
Press
1 Low sensitivity
2 Medium sensitivity
3 High sensitivity
Press
channel number and
Press
channel, then press
(include channel) or
channel).
] to select1, 2, or
S
until g and ? display.
[
or
] to select:
S
until h displays and the
Y or n flash.
[
or ] to select the
T
to select Y
n (exclude
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All other product or service names are the proper of
their respecitive owners.
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