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6881038B80.book Page -1 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Thank you for purchasing a Motorola XSeries Radio. Your radio is a product of Motorola’s 70 plus years of experience as a world leader in the designing and manufacturing of communications equipment. The XSeries radios provide cost-effective communications for businesses such as retail stores, restaurants, schools, construction sites, manufacturing, property and hotel management and more.
6881038B80.book Page 0 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM ContentsContents Contents 0 FCC Licensing Information . . . . . . . . . . 1 Safety and General Information . . . . . . . i Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Diagram of Radio and Functions . . . . . . 4 Installing The NiMH Battery . . . . . . . . . 5 Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Installing AA Alkaline Batteries . . . . . . . . 8 Battery Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6881038B80.book Page 1 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM FCC Licensing Information To obtain these FCC forms please request document 000601 which includes all forms and instructions. If you wish to have the document faxed, mailed or have questions, please use the following contact information.
881038B80.book Page 2 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM FCC Licensing Information Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola may void the user’s authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio and should not be made.
6881038B80.book Page i Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Important Information on Safe and Efficient Operation Read This Information Before Using Your Radio The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety information contained in user guides published prior to July 2000.
6881038B80.book Page ii Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Safety and General Information • ii National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) of the United States, Report 86, 1986 • International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998 • Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6.
Body-Worn Operation To maintain compliance with FCC/Health Canada RF exposure guidelines, if you wear a radio on your body when transmitting, always place the radio in a Motorola supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for this product. Use of non-Motorola-approved accessories may exceed FCC RF exposure guidelines. If you do not use a body-worn accessory, ensure the radio and its antenna is at least one inch (2.5 cm) from your body when transmitting.
Safety and General Information 6881038B80.book Page iv Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM iv Medical Devices Pacemakers The Advanced Medical Technology Association recommends that a minimum separation of 6 inches (15 centimeters) be maintained between a handheld wireless radio and a pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by, and recommendations of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Safety and General Use While Driving Check the laws and regulations on the use of radios in the area where you drive. Always obey them. When using your radio while driving, please: • Give full attention to driving and to the road. • Use hands-free operation, if available. • Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require. Operational Warnings For Vehicles with an Air Bag Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area.
Safety and General Information 6881038B80.book Page vi Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM vi 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 twoway radio.” Obey all signs and instructions. Operational Cautions Antennas Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn can result.
Save these Instructions 1. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow. 2. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, or has been dropped or damaged in any way. 3. Do not disassemble the charger if it has received a sharp blow, or has been dropped or damaged in any way. 4. Never alter the AC cord or plug provided with the unit. If plug will not fit the outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. An improper condition can result in a risk of electric shock. 5.
Safety and General Information 6881038B80.book Page viii Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM viii 9. 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 number, size and shape as those on the plug of the charger.
6881038B80.book Page 3 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Getting Started Frequency Band Watts Number of Channels XU1100 UHF 1 1 XU2100 UHF 2 1 XU2600 UHF 2 6 XV1100 VHF 1 1 XV2100 VHF 2 1 XV2600 VHF 2 6 Model Model Number Location Getting Started This User’s Guide covers several XSeries models, and may detail some features your radio does not have.
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6881038B80.book Page 5 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM *Based upon 5% transmit/ 5% receive/ 90% standby (standard duty cycle). Ribbed Latch 1 Getting Started Installing the Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery Your radio is powered by a NiMH battery, which provides up to 15 hours* of usage. Please refer to page 9. • Slide the Ribbed Latch on the bottom of the radio away from the battery door, or toward the contacts. • Slide and lift the battery door off.
Getting Started 6881038B80.book Page 6 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM X 6 Charging with the 10-Hour Charger Charge the NiMH battery overnight (16 hours) before using it for the first time, it will only need up to ten hours of charging thereafter. • Make sure the radio is Off. • Lift the Accessory Cover and plug the 10-Hour Charger (NNTN4077) firmly into the lower jack (small hole). • Plug the charger into an electric outlet. The light on the charger will glow red if charging properly.
6881038B80.book Page 7 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Charging with the 53872 Drop-in Charging Tray (Not included with all models) 10-Hour Charger NNTN4077 Getting Started The Drop-in Charging Tray can be Drop-in Charging Tray placed on any flat surface and provides 53872 (NNTN4019) drop-in charging convenience. The battery can be charged while inside the radio or removed and placed in the Dropin Charging Tray separately.
Getting Started 6881038B80.book Page 8 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM X 8 Installing AA Alkaline Batteries Your radio can also use 4 AA batteries; alkaline cells provide up to 24 hours* of radio use. • Push the Ribbed Latch on the bottom of the radio away from the battery door. *Please refer to the diagram and Battery Life on page 5. • Slide and lift the battery door off. • Place the AA batteries matching the markings in the compartment. • Slide and snap the battery door into place.
6881038B80.book Page 9 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Battery Life Watts NiMH Alkaline 2 13 Hours 22 Hours 1 15 Hours 24 Hours • • Slide the bottom of radio into the holster until it snaps into place. To remove, push the tab above the battery door and pull the radio from holster. Note: In case of loss, please contact your point-of-sale or call 1-800-353-2729 and request replacement part number NNTN4106AR.
6881038B80.book Page 10 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Turning On/Off Your Radio Turn knob P Display k 188 Getting Started 218 Normal Menu Mode Turn the knob on the top of the radio clockwise to turn the radio On. Turn the knob counterclockwise to turn the radio Off. The radio chirps and the display briefly shows all features and display segments of your radio.
6881038B80.book Page 11 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Operating Radio To check Channel activity, press the monitor button: J. If you hear static, then the channel is clear to use. Do not transmit if someone is speaking on the channel. • Press and hold M. and speak into the radio. To maximize clarity hold the radio two-to-three inches away from your mouth. • To listen for messages, release M.
6881038B80.book Page 12 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Signal Strength Indicator/Channel Busy The radio displays w when there is activity on the Frequency, and the transmit light flashes once per second. When receiving, the display will show w and a signal strength of 6 1 1 (weakest) through 6 (strongest). This can help determine when a radio is moving out of range. Note: Obstacles that block the signal path may affect the strength of the incoming signal.
6881038B80.book Page 13 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Hands-Free Use/VOX With Compatible VOX Accessories • Turn radio Off. • Open Accessory Cover. • Insert plug of audio accessory firmly into Accessory Jack. • Turn radio On. Radio will display: g. If flashing, please refer to page 14. • Lower radio volume BEFORE placing accessory on head or in ear. • To transmit, speak into Accessory Microphone and to receive, stop talking. • VOX operation can be disabled by pressing Mor removing audio accessory.
Features 6881038B80.book Page 14 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM X 14 Without Accessories (XU2600 and XV2600 Only) • Enable VOX by pressing M while turning the radio On. • VOX operation can be temporarily disabled by pressing M, g will flash. • A short press of M will re-enable VOX. Note: There is a short delay between when you start talking and the radio transmits. Setting Sensitivity Level • Press \ as needed to display g.
6881038B80.book Page 15 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Features Scanning (XU2600 and XV2600 Only) Scan allows you to monitor other channels. 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. • To start scanning, briefly press J. Your radio displays h and begins to scroll through channels.
6881038B80.book Page 16 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Features Scan Advancement/ Nuisance Delete Scan has several temporary features to make it easier to use. Scan Advancement allows you to "skip" a busy Channel to check for other activity. • Press ] to begin scanning again, but only temporarily. Nuisance Delete allows you to temporarily remove a channel from your Scan List, it will return the next time you use the Scan feature.
6881038B80.book Page 17 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM • • If you don’t hear the Talk Confirmation Tone, you can enable it by pressing and holding ] as you turn on your radio. To disable the End-of-Transmission Tone feature, turn your radio Off and then back On while pressing and holding ]. Keypad Tones Every time you press a button on your radio it beeps to confirm, unless you turn this feature off. • Turn your radio On while you press and hold [.
6881038B80.book Page 18 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM k Programming Mode Programming Mode The following table lists the functions you can set by pressing and holding a button k while you are turning on your radio. 18 Key(s) Pressed. Function MJ P Access k Programming Mode: Three second delay. M\ P Reset factory settings: Three second delay. + )+ Will not work if Manager Lock is enabled. M P Enable VOX without accessories (XU2600 and XV2600 Only).
6881038B80.book Page 19 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM The Cloning Feature used with the optional accessory 53879 Multi-Unit Charger (MUC) can help to duplicate radio settings easily for multiple radio use. Please refer to page 23. The above features with Preset Channels and Manager Lock can be selected in Programming Mode: k. • Access k by turning the radio On while holding the M and J buttons for three seconds. • The Programming icon; k illuminates and radio chirps to indicate access.
6881038B80.book Page 20 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Channel k (XU2600 and XV2600 Only) Programming Mode k • • Make sure k is accessed. Please refer to page 10. The Channel number flashes. l and Code will display alternately. • Press [ or ] until the desired Channel is selected. Frequency • Press \ once, l indicator illuminates and the Frequency flashes. • Press [ or ] to choose desired Frequency. • Exit the Programming Mode by holding down M.
6881038B80.book Page 21 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Bandwidth (when FCC allowable) Some frequencies have selectable channel spacing, which must match other radios for optimal radio quality. • Change the setting by pushing the \ until K displays. • Bandwidth is only selectable when flashing. C • Press [ or ] to select setting: K Either D (high: 25.0 kHz) or C (low: 12.5 kHz) will display.
6881038B80.book Page 22 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Manager Lock k Programming Mode k 22 This feature aids in preventing accidental or intentional changing of radio settings. All buttons with the exception of M, B and the Monitor feature will be unaccessible when Y is chosen. • • • • Make sure k is accessed. Please refer to page 11. To turn lock on, press \ until f displays. Press [ or ] to select setting, Y or n. Once turned on, f icon displays after exiting k.
6881038B80.book Page 23 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM • • • Either W for pass or N for fail appears on the Source Radio Display. If cloning was successful all segments on the Target Radio Display will light up. Turn radio Off and back On again to use. Pressing J again will clone additional radios. Source Radio Display Note: The MUC does not need to be plugged in for Cloning feature to work.
6881038B80.book Page 24 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Use and Care XXX Use a soft damp cloth to clean the exterior. Do not immerse in water. Do not use alcohol or cleaning solutions. Use and Care If the radio is submerged in water... X 24 Turn radio Off and remove batteries. Dry with soft cloth. Do not use radio until completely dry.
6881038B80.book Page 25 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM The charts on these pages provide Frequency and Code information. These charts are useful when using Motorola X Series two-way radios with other business radios. Frequency position is identical to Spirit M, GT and S Series Frequencies. (Where applicable.) Frequency MHz 1 2 3 4 5 6 151.6250 151.9550 154.5700 154.6000 151.7000 151.7600 *7 *8 *9 151.8200 151.8800 151.9400 10 11 12 13 14 15 151.5125 151.6550 151.6850 151.7150 151.7450 151.
6881038B80.book Page 26 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Frequency and Code Charts UHF Frequencies X 26 Frequency MHz Bandwidth Frequency MHz Bandwidth 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 464.5000 464.5500 467.7625 467.8125 467.8500 467.8750 467.9000 467.9250 461.0375 461.0625 461.0875 461.1125 461.1375 461.1625 461.1875 461.2125 461.2375 461.2625 461.2875 461.3125 461.3375 461.3625 462.7625 462.7875 462.8125 462.8375 462.8625 462.8875 12.5/25.0 12.
6881038B80.book Page 27 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Interference Eliminator Codes Hz Code Hz Code Hz 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.
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6881038B80.book Page 29 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Symptom Try This: No Power Recharge or replace battery (NTN8971). Reposition or replace AA batteries. Please refer to page 6 and/or page 5 or page 8. Message not transmitted Make sure M is completely pressed as you transmit. Recharge, replace and/or reposition batteries. Hearing other noises or conversation on a channel Confirm Interference Eliminator Code is set.
Troubleshooting 6881038B80.book Page 30 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM X 30 Symptom Try This: Limited talk range Steel and/or concrete structures, heavy foliage, buildings or vehicles decrease range. Check for clear line of sight to improve transmission. Please refer to page 11. Wearing radio close to body such as in a pocket or on a belt decreases range. Change location of radio.
Symptom Try This: Heavy static or interference Radios are too close, they must be at least five feet apart. Radios are too far apart or obstacles are interfering with transmission. Please refer to page 11. Keypad locked Make sure menu is unlocked. Unlock by holding \ for three seconds. Make sure Manager Lock is disabled. Please refer to page 22. Low batteries Recharge or replace NiMH battery. Replace AA batteries. Extreme operating temperatures affect battery life.
Troubleshooting 6881038B80.book Page 32 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM X 32 Symptom Try This: Low battery meter reading although new batteries are installed Verify that the radio is set to the correct battery type. (Single-cell batteries only.) Please refer to page 16. Cannot activate VOX Feature not set and on. Sensitivity set to 0.
6881038B80.book Page 33 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Motorola Limited Warranty • • • Products. Defects in materials and workmanship in wireless cellular telephones, pagers, and/or two-way radios, and certain accessories that are sold with them, such as the battery, battery charger and holster manufactured and/or sold by Motorola (Products). Batteries.
6881038B80.book Page 34 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Motorola Limited Warranty 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 not conform to the warranty, or to refund the Products’ purchase price. We may use functionally equivalent reconditioned/refurbished/pre-owned or new Products or parts. No software updates are provided. V.
6881038B80.book Page 35 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM • • • • • • • • Products that are operated in combination 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 warranty.
Motorola Limited Warranty 6881038B80.book Page 36 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM X 36 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.
6881038B80.book Page 37 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Motorola Limited Warranty VIII. Patent and Software Provisions At Motorola’s expense, we will defend you, and pay costs and damages that may be finally awarded against you, to the extent that a lawsuit is based on a claim that the Products directly infringe a United States patent.
Motorola Limited Warranty 6881038B80.book Page 38 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM X 38 IX. State Law and Other Jurisdiction Rights Some states and other jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion 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.
6881038B80.book Page 39 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Software Copyright Notice The Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola and third party software stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Motorola and third party software providers certain exclusive rights for copyrighted software, such as the exclusive rights to distribute or reproduce the copyrighted software.
6881038B80.book Page 40 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM Export Law Assurances This product is controlled under the export regulations of the United States of America and Canada. The Governments of the United States of America and Canada may restrict the exportation or re-exportation of this product to certain destinations. For further information contact the U.S. Department of Commerce or the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade.
6881038B80.book Page 1 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM A Accessory .......................................................... 13 Cover ............................................................ 4 Adjust volume ....................................................... 4 Alkaline batteries................................................... 8 B Back Cover ........................................................... 5 Bandwidth ...........................................................
6881038B80.book Page 2 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM L Licensing Information FCC ................................... 1 Light Charger......................................................... 6 Radio indicator............................................ 11 Lock Keypad ......................................................... 4 M Meter Battery .......................................................... 8 Mic Gain ............................................................. 13 Microphone...............
6881038B80.book Page 3 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM To Talk .................................................................. 4 U Use and Care...................................................... 24 V Volume Adjust............................................................ 4 VOX ............................................................... 13,18 External....................................................... 13 Internal........................................................
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6881038B80.book Page 58 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM XTN Series Quick Reference Function Appearance *Channel Use [or ] for1 through 6*. Frequency Appears briefly after pressing [or ]. Interference Eliminator Code Appears briefly after l shows. *depending upon model *depending upon model *Scramble Code e is visible when feature Battery Meter Visible except when changing features. *Channel Scan Receiving is On. Press J to access. Radio display will scroll through Channels.
6881038B80.book Page 59 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM XTN Series Features Radio On Visual \as needed, then [or ] Call Tone Choose1,2,3 or 0 = Off. Mic Gain/ Sensitivity Level Choose1 low, 2 medium, or 3 high sensitivity. ?shows Mic Gain, H shows External VOX with accessories, I shows Internal VOX without accessories.| ? Y *Scan List Choose Y (yes) or n (no) by pressing Jfor each channel.
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6881038B80.book Page 60 Wednesday, September 26, 2001 4:16 PM • Extend Your Productivity Provides a cost-effective solution to onsite communication needs. Designed for heavy duty, everyday industrial use. Well suited for construction, manufacturing, security, property management, retail, and more. • Rugged MOTOROLA Quality Shock/drop/temperature tested to meet Motorola's high standards.
