Motorola VL50 User Manual 2

VL50

Two-Way Radio User Guide

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

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

For product-related questions, please call:

1-800-927-2744 in the USA

1-888-390-6456 TTY (Text Telephone)

Introduction

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

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

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

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

Radio Controls

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

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

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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.

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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

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.

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

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

Turning Your Radio On and Off

See page 8 for a basic radio diagram. Turn

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

The Interference Eliminator Code displays briefly (indicated by the current channel remains displayed.

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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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