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Computer Software Copyrights . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety and General Information . . . . . . . . . 5 Radio Frequency (RF) Operational Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Portable Radio Operation and EME Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Two-way Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . 6 Body-worn Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Antenna Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CONTENTS Selecting a Mode (Either a Trunked Talkgroup or a Conventional Channel) . . 34 Sending a Trunked Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Sending a Conventional Call . . . . . . . . . . 35 Receiving a Trunked or Conventional Call. 35 Failsoft Operation (Trunked Systems Only) 35 Coded Squelch Operation (Conventional Channels Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Repeater or Talkaround Mode (Conventional Operation Only) . . . . . . . . 36 Variable RF Power Level . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SAFETY frequency (RF) energy; when it is receiving, or when it is off, it does not generate RF energy. SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION PORTABLE RADIO OPERATION AND EME EXPOSURE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFE AND EFFICIENT OPERATION READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR MOTOROLA TWO-WAY RADIO The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety information contained in user guides published prior to October 2000.
• SAFETY • Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6.
damage the radio and may violate FCC regulations. 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. Approved Accessories For a list of approved Motorola accessories look in the appendix or accessory section of your radio’s User Guide.
SAFETY • • use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference. • turn the radio OFF immediately if you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place. Hearing Aids Some digital wireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
not remove, install, or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. 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: "Turn off two-way radio.” Obey all signs and instructions. ANTENNAS Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna.
INTRINSICALLY SAFE RADIO INFORMATION housing. The FM Approval mark is shown below: SAFETY FMRC Approved Equipment Anyone intending to use a radio in a location where hazardous concentrations of flammable material exist (hazardous atmosphere) is advised to become familiar with the subject of intrinsic safety and with the National Electric Code NFPA 70 (National Fire Protection Association) Article 500 (hazardous [classified] locations).
atmosphere. Contact sparking may occur while installing or removing accessories and cause an explosion or fire. WARNINGS Unauthorized or incorrect modification of an FMRC Approved Product unit will negate the Approval rating of the product. Do not operate an FMRC Approved Product unit in a hazardous location with the accessory contacts exposed. Keep the connector cover in place when accessories are not used. • Turn a radio off before removing or installing a battery or accessory.
WARNINGS • SAFETY • Incorrect repair or relabeling of any FMRC Approved Product unit could adversely affect the Approval rating of the unit. ! WARNING Use of a radio that is not intrinsically safe in a hazardous atmosphere could result in serious injury or death. FMRC’s Approval Standard Class Number 3605 is subject to change at any time without notice to you, so you may want to obtain a current copy of 3605 from FMRC.
SAFETY Do Not Substitute Options or Accessories The Motorola communications equipment certified by Factory Mutual is tested as a system and consists of the FM Approved portable, FM Approved battery, and FM Approved accessories or options, or both. This FM Approved portable and battery combination must be strictly observed. There must be no substitution of items, even if the substitute has been previously Approved with a different Motorola communications equipment unit.
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RADIO OVERVIEW PARTS OF THE RADIO MTX8250 and MTX9250 Models Mode Selector Knob On/Off/Volume Knob Side Button 1 (A) (programmable)/ Select Button Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button Side Button 2 (B) (programmable) LED Indicator Microphone LCD Screen Menu Keys Keypad Side Side Connector Connector Cover Cover RADIO OVERVIEW Side Button 3 (C) (programmable) Top Button (D) (programmable) 15 English
On/Off/Volume Knob With PTT Released (radio receiving) Turns the radio on or off, and adjusts the radio’s volume. Blinking red Mode busy (conventional mode only) Mode Selector Knob Blinking green Receipt of a telephone call, Private Conversation call, or Call Alert page Selects the required operation mode. Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button Push and hold down this button to talk; release to listen.
Keypad Keys 1 4 7 * 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 # 2 A B C 2 3 D E F 3 4 G H I 4 5 J K L 5 6 M N O 6 7 P Q R S 8 T U V 8 9 W X Y Z 9 * * # # - + .
• When editing existing information, pressing 1 will ALWAYS start the character cycle at the blank space and NOT at 1. Menu Keys Softkey Softkey Softkey 3 l ; l , . / Left Home Right RADIO OVERVIEW Selecting a Feature A unique feature of your radio is its use of the display to give you quick access to many of the radio’s features without having to have a dedicated key for each feature. The names of the features (CALL, MUTE, etc.) are shown on the display, three at a time.
Pressing the left arrow key, when editing alphabetic information (such as member’s names), will move the cursor one step to the left. situation, press the relevant softkey to make your menu selections. All descriptions of functions and displays after the selection are valid. HOME Key (.) LCD Screen The HOME key will always return you to the home (default) display. In most cases, this is the current mode.
Symbol Name and Description Symbol Name and Description J Direct Indicates whether you are talking directly to another radio (talkaround), or through a repeater; ON = DIRECT OFF = REPEATER. K Programming/Viewing Mode Indicates when the radio is in the programming or viewing mode; ON = IN VIEWING MODE BLINKING = IN PROGRAMMING MODE. XPAND™ Indicator A Indicates that your radio has the companding feature activated.
Alert Tone Indications Transmit Inhibit on Busy Mode – If you press the PTT button while the mode is busy, you will hear a continuous, lowpitched alert tone, indicating that no transmission is possible on this mode. This tone will continue until the PTT button is released. • Transmit Inhibit on Low Battery – If you press the PTT button when the battery is low, you will hear a continuous, low pitched alert tone, indicating that transmission is impossible.
• Failsoft (Trunked Systems Only) – A faint “beeping” tone every ten seconds indicates that the radio is operating in the failsoft mode. • Time-Out Timer Warning – Your radio’s time-out timer limits the length of your transmission time. When you are pressing the PTT button (transmitting), a short, lowpitched warning tone will sound four seconds before the allotted time will expire.
Programmable Buttons Several of your radio’s buttons can be programmed by your authorized Motorola dealer as shortcuts to many of the radio’s features. Check with your dealer for a complete list of functions your radio supports. Programmable buttons include: • The three Side Buttons (A, B, C) • Top Button (D) In the “Button” column, have your authorized Motorola dealer write down the programmable buttons next to the features that have been programmed to them. Use the abbreviations (e.g.
Feature Monitor/ Permanent Monitor RADIO OVERVIEW Volume Set Temporarily monitors the selected channel for any activity. — Long Press Hold Down Continually monitors the selected channel. Monitors the selected channel for any activity. — Sounds a tone for adjusting the radio’s volume level. Scan Toggles between the start/stop of the Scan operation. — — Nuisance Delete Temporarily deletes an unwanted active scan member. — — Search Makes a system search.
TRUNKED RADIO SYSTEMS • The MTX8250 and MTX9250 radio can operate on both Privacy Plus™ trunked and conventional radio systems. No channel monitoring required prior to transmission. • Improved system access. • Automatic channel selection. • Increased privacy among members of the same group. • Only one attempt is required to access the system. If all channels are busy, the call request enters a queue and the central controller automatically assigns the next available channel.
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Charger LED Color BATTERY INFORMATION Charging the Battery If a battery is new, or its charge level is very low (indicated by the battery level indicator showing one or no segments), you will need to charge it before you can use it. Note: Batteries are shipped uncharged from the factory. Always charge a new battery 14 to 16 hours before initial use, regardless of the status indicated by the charger. To charge the battery Place the battery, with or without the radio, in the charger.
GETTING STARTED Battery chargers will only charge the Motorolaauthorized batteries listed below; other batteries may not charge. Part No.
Removing the Battery GETTING STARTED Attaching the Battery Battery Latches 2 2 3 1 1 Fit the extensions at the bottom of the battery into the bottom slots on the radio. 2 Press the top part of the battery toward the radio until you hear a click. 1 Turn off the radio (see page 32). 2 Slide both battery latches downward. 3 Pull the top part of the battery away from the radio.
GETTING STARTED ACCESSORY INFORMATION Attaching the Antenna 1 30 English Turn the antenna clockwise to attach it. Removing the Antenna 1 Turn the antenna counterclockwise to remove it.
Removing the Belt Clip GETTING STARTED Attaching the Belt Clip Belt Clip Tab 1 2 1 Align the grooves of the belt clip with those of the battery. 1 Use a key to press the belt clip tab away from the battery. 2 Press the belt clip downward until you hear a click. 2 Slide the belt clip upward to remove it.
GETTING STARTED Attaching the Side Connector Cover TURNING RADIO ON OR OFF r Antenna Loop Slot ON Thumbscrew 32 English 1 Place the loop (attached to the side connector cover) over the antenna; then slide it downward until it touches the top of the radio. 2 Insert the tab on the top of the cover into the slot above the connector. 3 Position the cover over the connector and align the thumbscrew with the threaded hole in the radio. 4 Tighten the thumbscrew to hold the cover in place.
Turn the On/Off/Volume knob clockwise to increase the volume or counterclockwise to decrease the volume. –or– 1 Hold down the Volume Set button (page 24); you will hear a continuous tone. 2 Turn the On-Off/Volume knob to the desired volume level. 3 Release the Volume Set button. Before you use your radio to receive or send messages, you should first select the desired zone and mode. Selecting a Zone 1 / until ZONE is displayed. 2 l (the softkey below ZONE).
GETTING STARTED SELECTING A MODE (EITHER A TRUNKED TALKGROUP OR A CONVENTIONAL CHANNEL) 1 2 3 34 English SENDING A TRUNKED CALL Turn the Mode Selector knob to the desired mode. The display shows the selected mode’s name. If the selected mode is unprogrammed, an invalid-mode tone is heard until a valid programmed mode is selected. For example: PLANT MODE 1 1 Turn the radio on and select the desired trunked zone and talkgroup (see “Selecting a Trunked or Conventional Zone”).
SENDING A CONVENTIONAL CALL 2 3 Turn the radio on and select the desired conventional zone and channel (see “Selecting a Trunked or Conventional Zone”). Press and hold the PTT button on the side of the radio and speak slowly and clearly into the microphone area. The red LED lights continuously when the radio is transmitting. When you have finished talking, release the PTT button to listen. Note: In the United States, FCC regulations require you to monitor the conventional channels before sending a call.
GETTING STARTED conventional mode. When the trunked system returns to normal operation, the radio will automatically leave failsoft operation and return to trunked operation. During failsoft operation: 1 You will hear a faint “beeping” sound every ten seconds. Alternates between: FAILSOFT and PLANT POLICE Whenever the radio is operating in carrier squelch, the display will show C.
The current talkaround state appears on the display for a few seconds. REPEATER MODE or DIRECT MODE 4 Then, the display prompts for the new state. 5 l below the desired talkaround state: repeat (RPTR) or direct (DIR). 6 The radio returns to the home display. DIR RPTR SMART PTT (CONVENTIONAL OPERATION ONLY) This feature is programmable by your authorized Motorola dealer. Smart PTT is a per-mode feature which gives the system manager better control of radio operators.
GETTING STARTED programmable period – the default is one second – of each other) the radio. Note: • 2 If you try to transmit (press the PTT button) on a smart PTT mode that is busy, a continuous alert tone is generated until the PTT button is released; the transmission is inhibited. —or— TONES OFF Then ON 3 The radio’s keypad tones, normally heard each time a keypad key is pressed, can be turned off (muted) or on (unmuted) at your discretion.
RADIO CALLS (TRUNKED OPERATION ONLY) Note: PLANT POLICE is used to indicate the radio’s home display. To view your radio’s ID number: 1 / until CALL is displayed. 2 l (the softkey below CALL). 3 The display shows the last ID number transmitted or received. 4 Press ,. 5 The display shows your radio’s ID number. MY ID 741317 6 Press . to return the radio to the home display.
Receiving a Private Conversation Call 1 RADIO CALLS (TRUNKED OPERATION ONLY) 2 3 40 6 If you decide to answer the call, press the PTT button. 7 The caller’s ID number remains displayed for the duration of the call. 8 When finished with conversation, press . or the call response button to hang up. 9 The radio will return to the home display. CALL and PLANT POLICE The green LED and call received status annunciator, F, will blink indicating that a call is being received.
Sending a Private Conversation Call Note: There are four steps in sending a Private Conversation Call: 1. Initiating a Private Conversation Call / until CALL is displayed. 2 l (the softkey below CALL). 3 The display shows the last ID number transmitted or received. ZONE MUTE CALL ID: 722588 2. Entering the Desired Radio ID Number If the last ID number called is the desired number, go directly to step 5. To enter a new number 4a Enter the new six-digit ID number using the keypad.
4c When at a member of the list, the display alternates between showing the member’s name and ID number. Alternates between: CK TANG and To enter a number from a location in the call list RADIO CALLS (TRUNKED OPERATION ONLY) The last member of the list is also the last ID transmitted or received at position 00 on the list.
8 ing alert sounds every six seconds to remind you that dispatch calls are not able to be heard. After two minutes, a permanent invalid mode tone sounds. If the party you are calling answers the call, you will hear his/her voice. Note: If the radio you are calling is not in service, you will not hear the ringing and the display will show NO ACK. Go to step 10 to hang up.
RADIO CALLS (TRUNKED OPERATION ONLY) Receiving a Call Alert Page with a Group Call There are three steps in sending a Call Alert: 1 When a Call Alert page is received, four alert tones will sound (repeats every 5 seconds). 2 The green LED lights and the Call Received annunciator, F, blinks indicating a call is received. 1 / until PAGE is displayed. 2 l (the softkey below PAGE). 3 Press the PTT button to answer the page. 3 4 The display shows the current talkgroup.
To enter a new number 4a Enter the new six-digit ID number using the keypad. 4b On the display, the old ID number disappears and the new digits appear as they are being entered. 4c The cursor flashes indicating the location of the next number to be entered. Exactly six digits must be entered for the radio ID number. If fewer than six digits were entered, you will hear a bad-keypress tone when attempting to send the radio ID number.
4e The radio goes to that position in the list. The display alternates between showing the member’s name and ID number. RADIO CALLS (TRUNKED OPERATION ONLY) Note: Alternates between: CK TANG and ID: 784116 The last member of the list is also the last ID transmitted or received at position 00 on the list.
PROGRAMMING THE RADIO’S CALL LISTS 5 Programming the Telephone List Numbers This feature allows you to use the radio’s keypad to change the telephone numbers assigned to any of the telephone list members. Each phone number can have up to 16 digits. To change the telephone list / until PROG is displayed. PROG 2 l (the softkey below PROG). SCAN PHON CALL 3 ; (the softkey below PHON). The display shows the first programmable member of the telephone list.
RADIO CALLS (TRUNKED OPERATION ONLY) 10 When you have finished changing the telephone number, press the select key again. The change is saved in the radio’s memory. 11 You are returned to step 5. The display will again alternate between showing the member’s name and telephone number. You can now change additional numbers. Alternates between: POLICE DEPT and 5556445 12 When you have finished making changes, press . to exit program mode. 13 The radio will return to the home display.
4 5 / or , —or— Use the keypad to enter the desired member’s position number (1 to 19) to view the other members of the call list. Alternates between: CT CHAN and ID: 753951 6 Press the Select key to enter edit mode. 7 A short press would enable the editing of the radio ID. The display shows the current member’s radio ID number. 8 A long press would enable the editing of the member’s name. The display shows the current member’s name.
left. When the last digit on the display has been erased, additional presses of this key or the / key will cause you to leave the edit mode without making any changes. When the maximum number of digits for the radio ID is reached, the cursor will disappear. If you try to add any more digits, you will hear an invalid (bad) keypress alert tone. RADIO CALLS (TRUNKED OPERATION ONLY) TRUNKED TELEPHONE OPERATION The trunked telephone feature allows you to receive calls using your trunked radio.
3 Your radio attempts to access the telephone system. 4 If you connect successfully, you will hear a dial tone. 5 The display will show the last number dialed. 5551135 2. Sending the Telephone Number 6c Sending the telephone number using a number in the telephone list 6a , or / to enter the telephone list. / The number can now be entered from the keypad, using any of the numeric (0 – 9) keys, and the * and # keys. The cursor flashes to indicate the location of the next digit to be entered.
3. Having the Conversation and Hanging Up 6f If you hear a busy signal, go to step 8 for hang-up procedure. 7 If call is answered, communicate in the normal manner. Press the PTT button to talk; release the PTT button to listen. 8 When finished with your conversation, or if the number you called is busy or does not answer, press . or the Phone button to send the hang-up code. 9 The radio will return to the home display.
If the trunked phone interconnect is in use, a busy tone sounds and PHONE BUSY is displayed. • When the maximum number of digits have been entered (buffered dial only), the cursor will disappear. • In the edit mode, the , key functions as a backspace key. Pressing this key erases the last digit entered, and moves the cursor to the left.
RADIO CALLS (TRUNKED OPERATION ONLY) Notes English 54
SCAN SCAN OPERATION Note: PLANT POLICE is used to indicate the radio’s home display. The scan feature allows you to monitor activity on different conventional or trunked modes by scanning a scan list of modes. This list can be programmed by your auathorized Motorola dealer and is user programmable. The table below lists the types of scan operations available. Conventional Turning Scan On or Off with the Keypad 1 / until SCAN is displayed. 2 ; (the softkey below SCAN).
Note: The scan status annunciator, G, is displayed when the scan operation is active. It will be removed from the display when the scan operation is terminated. Deleting Nuisance Modes When the radio scans to a mode you do not wish to monitor (nuisance mode), you can temporarily delete that mode from the scan list. 1 A valid-keypress chirp is heard, indicating that the mode has been deleted. 3 The radio continues scanning the remaining modes in the list.
Notes: • The programming-mode annunciator, K, is displayed while list view mode is active. • The scan status annunciator, G, appears, indicating that a scan list is being viewed. Programming a Scan List The program scan list feature allows you to program the members of the scan list associated with the currently selected mode. 5 , or / to select the required zone. If the scan status annunciator, G, is displayed, the mode is part of the scan list.
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WARRANTY I. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS AND FOR HOW LONG: MOTOROLA INC.
II. GENERAL PROVISIONS: WARRANTY This warranty sets forth the full extent of MOTOROLA'S responsibilities regarding the Product. Repair, replacement or refund of the purchase price, at MOTOROLA’s option, is the exclusive remedy. THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
V. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: B) C) D) E) F) G) Defects or damage resulting from use of the Product in other than its normal and customary manner. Defects or damage from misuse, accident, water, or neglect. Defects or damage from improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, alteration, modification, or adjustment. Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material workmanship.
WARRANTY payments are conditioned on the following: A) that MOTOROLA will be notified promptly in writing by such purchaser of any notice of such claim; B) that MOTOROLA will have sole control of the defense of such suit and all negotiations for its settlement or compromise; and C) should the Product or parts become, or in MOTOROLA’s opinion be likely to become, the subject of a claim of infringement of a United States patent, that such purchaser will permit MOTOROLA, at its option and expense, either to p
ACCESSORIES Motorola offers a number of accessories to enhance the productivity of your two-way radio. Many of the available accessories are listed below. Your authorized Motorola dealer will also have a complete list of accessories. HEADSETS Lightweight Headset with Boom Microphone & In-Line PTT.
ACCESSORIES EARPIECES Two Wire Earpiece with Microphone & PTT (Beige) HNN9008_R Small NiMH, High-Capacity AARMN4022_ HNN9009_R Large NiMH, Ultra-High-Capacity AARMN4029_ Two Wire Earpiece with Microphone & PTT (Black) HNN9010_R Large NiMH, Ultra-High-Capacity FM HNN9011_R Large NiCd, High-Capacity FM HNN9012_R Large NiCd, High-Capacity HNN9013_R Slim Li-lon, High-Capacity AARMN4021_ One Wire Earpiece (Beige) AARMN4028_ One Wire Earpiece (Black) RLN4941_ Receive-Only Earpiece with Trans
Selecting a Trunked or Conventional Zone 1. / until ZONE is displayed. 2. l (the softkey below ZONE). The current zone name blinks on the display. MTX8250 and MTX9250 Quick Reference Card 3. / until the desired zone name is displayed. —or— Enter the number of the desired zone. 4. Press .. The displayed zone is the new selected zone. Record the functions for your radio’s programmable buttons in the table provided below. For further information, see page 23 in this User Guide.
C flexible Motorola, the stylized M logo, Professional Radio - As Dedicated As You Are, Privacy Plus, and Private Conversation are trademarks of Motorola, Inc. ® Reg. U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. © 2000, 2001 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A. Motorola, le logo stylisé M, Radio Professionnelle - et Aussi spécialisée que vous l´êtes sont, Privacy Plus, et Private Conversation des marques de commerce de Motorola, Inc. MD Marque déposée. U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.
