Programmable Functions/Features
IP57 Submersible (1 m/30 min.)
Programmable Function Keys
2-tone Encode/Decode
5-tone Encode/Decode
MDC-1200® Encode/Decode
Scan
Group Scan
Dual Watch
FM-Scan (Follow-Me Scan)
TA Scan
Encryption
Clear Voice
VOX
REC & PLAY (Requires DVS-9)
AF Min Volume
Talk Around
Man Down (Requires DVS-9)
Emergency
Lone Worker
Direct Channel Entry1
Code Up/Down1
Code Set1
Speed Dial1
DTMF Code Set2
ID Check1
TX Save Disable
ARTS (Auto Range Transpond System)
1: VX-454 & VX-459 Only
2: VX-459 Only
VX-450 Series
Operating Manual
VX-451 |
VX-454 |
VX-459 |
Important Note......................................................... |
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Introduction.............................................................. |
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Intrinsic Safety (IS) Information............................ |
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Important Safety Information................................. |
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Consignes de sécurité importantes.......................... |
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Controls & Connectors (VX-459)............................ |
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Controls & Connectors (VX-454)............................ |
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Controls & Connectors (VX-451).......................... |
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LCD Icons & Indicators (VX-454 & VX-459)...... |
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Before You Begin..................................................... |
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Battery Pack Installation and Removal.............. |
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Battery Charging (VAC-UNI: CD-58/PA-55).... |
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Low Battery Indication....................................... |
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Belt Clip Installation and Removal.................... |
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MIC/SP CAP Installation................................... |
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Operation................................................................. |
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Preliminary Steps............................................... |
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Operation Quick Start......................................... |
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Automatic Time-Out Timer................................ |
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Advanced Operation.............................................. |
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Programmable Key Functions ........................... |
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Description of Operating Functions .................. |
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Lock......................................................................... |
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Man Down Function............................................... |
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ARTS (Auto Range Transpond System)............... |
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User Set Mode......................................................... |
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Optional Accessories............................................... |
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Warranty Policy...................................................... |
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You now have at your fingertips a valuable communications tool-a Motorola Solutions two-way radio! Rugged, reliable and easy to use, your Motorola Solutions radio will keep you in constant touch with your colleagues for years to come, with negligible maintenance down-time. Please take a few minutes to read this manual carefully. The information presented here will allow you to derive maximum performance from your radio, in case questions arise later on.
Important Note
rThere are no owner-serviceable parts inside the radio. All service jobs must be referred to an authorized Motorola Solutions Service Representative. Consult your Authorized Motorola Solutions Dealer for installation of optional accessories.
rIn order to maintain the specified water integrity performance, periodic maintenance is recommended.
rShould the radio sustain a severe shock (e.g. if it is dropped), the water integrity may be compromised, requiring service. Should this occur, contact your Authorized Motorola Solutions Dealer.
Important Notice for North American Users Regarding 406 MHz Guard Band
The U.S. Coast Guard and National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration have requested the cooperation of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission in preserving the integrity of the protected frequency range 406.0 to 406.1 MHz, which is reserved for use by distress beacons. Do not attempt to program this apparatus, under any circumstances, for operation in the frequency range 406.0 - 406.1 MHz if the apparatus is to be used in or near North America.
Warning - Frequency band 406 - 406.1 MHz is reserved for use ONLY as a distress beacon by the US Coast Guard and NOAA. Under no circumstance should this frequency band be part of the pre-programmed operating frequencies of this radio.
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The VX-451 allows to 32-channel capacity and 2 groups. The VX-454/-459 allows to 512-channel capacity and 32 groups which can each be programmed with an 8-character Alpha-Numeric Tag.
The IS version of the VX-450 series are full-featured hand-held FM transceivers which meets the requirements of Intrinsic Safety. These transceivers are designed for reliable business communications in the VHF or UHF Land Mobile bands with a wide variety of applications with a wide range of operating capability provided by their lead- ing-edge design.
Caution: To acquire the IS version of the VX-450 series you much select the Intrinsically Safe battery option at the time of purchase.
Important channel frequency data is stored in EEPROM and flash memory on the CPU, and is easily programmable by Motorola Solutions dealers using a personal computer and the Motorola Solutions Programming Cable and CE115 Software.
The pages which follow will detail the many advanced features provided in the VX-450 series transceiver. After reading this manual, you may wish to consult with your Network Administrator regarding precise details of the configuration of this equipment for use in your application.
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IS version of the VX-450 series is equipped with any of the following optional units, meets the requirements of ANSI/UL 913 5th Edition for Class I, II, III, Division 1, Groups C, D, E, F, G, T3C hazardous locations.
Battery Packs: |
FNB-V134LIIS-UNI |
Speaker Microphone: |
MH-66A4B |
Behind Type VOX Compatible Microphone: |
VH-150A |
Over the Head VOX Compatible Microphone: |
VH-150B |
Man Down Alert with Digital Voice Storage Unit: DVS-9 |
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ANI & Encryption Unit: |
FVP-44 |
rNever charge the battery in the hazard areas.
rNever install/removal the battery in the hazard areas.
rNever install/remove the optional unit (includes the Speaker/Microphone and VOX Headset) in the hazard areas.
rThe VX-450 shall not be directly installed or used in any process where its enclosure might be electrostatically charged by the rapid flow of a non-conductive media.
rEnsure that there is no external damage to the radio, antenna or battery before entering the potentially explosive atmospheres, as it might compromise the safety of the unit. eg an antenna with a damaged end or insulation must be replaced before use in any potentially explosive atmospheres.
rSubstitution of components may impair intrinsic safety. Installation of FNB-V134LIIS-UNI does NOT convert normal VX-450 into IS version.
rTo acquire the IS version of the VX-450 series you much select the Intrinsically Safe battery option at the time of purchase.
rSecurite Intrinseque, AVERTISSEMENT – AFIN DE PREVENIR L’INFLAMMATION D’ATMOSPHERES DANGEREUSES, NE CHANGER LES BATTERIES QUE DANS DES EMPLACEMENTS DESIGNES NON DANGEREUX.
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English
ATTENTION!
This radio is restricted to Occupational use only. Before using the radio, read the RF Energy Exposure and Product Safety Guide for Portable Two-Way Radios which contains important operating instructions for safe usage and RF energy awareness and control for Compliance with applicable standards and Regulations.
For a list of Motorola Solutions-approved antennas and other accessories, visit the following website: http://www.motorolasolutions.com
Any modification to this device, not expressly authorized by Motorola Solutions, may void the user’s authority to operate this device.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with Motorola Solutions-approved antenna with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
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Important Safety Information
English
Notice to Users (FCC and Industry Canada)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSS’s per the following conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
•Changes or modifications made to this device, not expressly approved by Motorola Solutions, could void the authority of the user to operate this equipment.
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French
ATTENTION!
Cette radio ne doit être utilisée qu’à des fins professionnelles. Avant d’utiliser la radio, lisez le guide Radios bidirectionnelles portatives : exposition aux radiofréquences et sécurité du produit, qui contient d’importantes instructions de fonctionnement pour une utilisation sécuritaire et des informations sur l’exposition aux fréquences radioélectriques, dans le but d’assurer votre conformité aux normes et règlements en vigueur.
Visitez le site Web suivant pour obtenir la liste des antennes et autres accessoires approuvés par Motorola Solutions: http://www.motorolasolutions.com
Toute modification effectuée à cet appareil sans l’autorisation explicite de Motorola Solutions peut annuler l’autorisation d’utiliser cet appareil.
Selon la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, cet émetteur radio ne peut être utilisé qu’avec une antenne dont le type et le gain maximal (ou minimal) sont approuvés par
Industrie Canada pour cet émetteur. Afin de limiter les interférences radio pour les autres utilisateurs, le type et le gain de l’antenne doivent être choisis de façon à ce que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (P.I.R.E.) ne soit pas plus forte qu’il ne le faut pour établir la communication.
Cet émetteur radio a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour utilisation avec une antenne approuvée par Motorola Solutions offrant le gain maximal autorisé et l’impédance requise pour le type d’antenne indiqué. Il est strictement interdit d’utiliser avec cet appareil tout type d’antenne ne figurant pas dans cette liste et présentant un gain supérieur au maximum indiqué pour le type.
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Consignes de sécurité importantes
French
Avis aux utilisateurs (FCC et Industrie Canada)
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence et à la partie 15 des règlements de la FCC.
•Cet appareil ne doit pas causer d’interférence nuisible.
•Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence reçue, y compris les interférences pouvant entraîner un fonctionnement indésirable.
•Toute modification effectuée à cet appareil sans l’autorisation explicite de Motorola Solutions peut annuler l’autorisation d’utiliser cet appareil.
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VOL/PWR Knob
CH (Channel) Selector
Antenna Jack
TOP SEL Key
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
PTT Switch
SIDE-1 Button
SIDE-2 Button
LED Indicator (Programmable)
Default settings are:
Steady Red:
Transmitting in progress
Blinking Green:
Busy Channel
Steady Green:
Tone Squelch in defeated condition Microphone
MIC/SP Jack
(External MIC/SP)
16-Button DTMF Keypad |
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Speaker |
Battery Pack Latch |
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VOL/PWR Knob
CH (Channel) Selector
Antenna Jack
TOP SEL Key
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
PTT Switch
SIDE-1 Button
SIDE-2 Button
LED Indicator (Programmable)
Default settings are:
Steady Red:
Transmitting in progress
Blinking Green:
Busy Channel
Steady Green:
Tone Squelch in defeated condition Microphone
MIC/SP Jack
(External MIC/SP)
4-Button Programmable Key |
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Speaker |
Battery Pack Latch |
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VOL/PWR Knob
CH (Channel) Selector
Antenna Jack
TOP SEL Key
Speaker
PTT Switch
SIDE-1 Button
SIDE-2 Button
LED Indicator (Programmable)
Default settings are:
Steady Red:
Transmitting in progress
Blinking Green:
Busy Channel
Steady Green:
Tone Squelch in defeated condition Microphone
MIC/SP Jack
(External MIC/SP)
Battery Pack Latch
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LCD Icons & Indicators (VX-454 & VX-459) |
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: “Scan” is enabled |
“CALL” Indicator |
: “Priority Scan” is activated |
Receiver Monitor |
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“DUAL WATCH” is activated |
“Talk-Around” is enabled |
“Audio Compander” is activated |
“Voice Message” is received |
Low Transmit Power Mode On |
Battery Indicator |
Option SW (Key Function) |
Priority 2 Channel |
or Lone Worker is activated |
Group Number |
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Encryption is activated |
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TX Power & RSSI Indicator |
“Group Scan” is enabled |
(four steps) |
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8 Character Alpha-numeric Display
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To install the battery pack, align the battery pack to the radio with an offset about 1/2 inch (1.5 cm) from the top edge of battery compartment, then slide the battery pack upward until it locks in place with a “Click.”
To remove the battery, turn the radio off and remove any protective cases. Slide the Battery Pack Latch on the bottom of the radio toward the front panel while sliding the battery down about 1/2 inch (1.5 cm). Then lift the battery out from the radio.
Do not attempt to open any of the rechargeable Lithium-Ion packs, as they
could explode if accidentally short-circuited.
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Before You Begin
WARNING
The IS version of the VX-450 series is only intrinsically safe with the use of the FNB-V134LIIS-UNI Battery Pack. To acquire the IS version of the VX-450 series you much select the Intrinsically Safe battery option at the time of purchase. Replacement FNB-V134LIIS-UNI batteries may also be purchased however to be considered IS the radio must have originally been purchased with the IS battery option.
¦Do not reverse-connect the battery terminals.
¦Do not parallel-connect the battery terminals.
¦Do not charge batteries in hazardous locations.
¦To reduce the risk of explosion, recharge the batteries outside of hazardous locations.
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