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6864110R04b.book Page 1 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Motorola® RDX Series 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 RDX Series radios provide costeffective communications for businesses such as retail stores, restaurants, schools, construction sites, manufacturing, property and hotel management and more.
6864110R04b.book Page 2 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM For product-related questions, please contact: 1-800-448-6686 in the USA 1-800-461-4575 in Canada 1-888-390-6456 on your TTY (Text Telephone) Introduction On the web, please refer to: www.motorola.
Contents Introduction...................................1 FCC Licensing Information..........5 Safety and General Information...............................7 Getting Started............................17 Installing the Swivel Belt Holster ..................................18 Installing the Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery .....................19 Charging the XSeries Radio ....20 Turning Your Radio On or Off......................................21 Adjusting the Volume ................21 Using the Radio .........
Contents 6864110R04b.book Page 4 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM 4 Programming Call Tones .........37 Programming Microphone Gain ....................................... 38 Editing the Scan List ................ 38 Cloning ......................................39 Advanced Features .........................41 Troubleshooting .............................43 Use and Care....................................45 Frequencies and Bandwidths.........47 Verifying the M-Series Frequency and Code Setting ......
6864110R04b.book Page 5 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM RDX Series professional two-way radios operate 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 Form 601 and Schedules D, H, and Remittance Form 159. To obtain these FCC forms please request document 000601 which includes all forms and instructions.
FCC Licensing Information 6864110R04b.book Page 6 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM FCC 6 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This document contains important safety and operating instructions. Please read these instructions carefully and save them for future reference. Before using the battery charger, read all the instructions and cautionary markings on (1) the charger and (2) the battery (3) and on the radio using the battery. ! 1. To reduce risk of injury, charge only the rechargeable Motorola authorized batteries.
6864110R04b.book Page 8 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Warnings (Cont.) Safety and General Inforation 5. To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, do not operate the charger if it has been broken or damaged in any way. Take it to a qualified Motorola service representative. 8 6. Do not disassemble the charger – it is not repairable and replacement parts are not available. Disassembly of the charger may result in risk of electrical shock or fire. 7.
6864110R04b.book Page 9 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM The information provided in this document supersedes information contained in user guides published prior to February 2002. BEFORE USING THIS RADIO, READ THIS INFORMATION WHICH CONTAINS IMPORTANT OPERATING C a u t i o n INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USAGE AND RF ENERGY AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH RF ENERGY EXPOSURE LIMITS IN APPLICABLE NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS.
Safety and General Inforation 6864110R04b.book Page 10 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM 10 These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins of protection. All Motorola two-way radios are designed, manufactured, and tested to ensure they meet government-established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also recommend specific operating instructions to users of two-way radios.
Note: The approved batteries, supplied with this radio, are rated for a 5-5-90 duty cycle (5% talk– 5% listen–90% standby), even though this radio complies with IEEE/ICNIRP occupational exposure limits at usage factors of up to 50% talk.
Safety and General Inforation 6864110R04b.book Page 12 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM 12 • a Motorola-approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for this product. Using approved body-worn accessories is important because the use of non-Motorola-approved accessories may result in exposure levels, which exceed the IEEE/ ICNIRP occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits.
6864110R04b.book Page 13 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your radio in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy. Aircraft When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when on board an aircraft. Any use of a radio must be in accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew instructions.
6864110R04b.book Page 14 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM ! OPERATIONAL WARNINGS For Vehicles With Air Bags Refer to vehicle manufacturer's Safety and General Inforation WARNING manual prior to installation of 14 electronic equipment to avoid interference with air bag wiring. Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force.
charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects. INTRINSICALLY SAFE RADIO INFORMATION The Intrinsically safe approval unit refers to a product that has been approved as intrinsically safe by an approval agency (for example FM Approvals, CSA, UL, CENELEC or ATEX) and certifies that a particular product meets the Agency's applicable intrinsic safety standards for specific types of hazardous classified locations.
6864110R04b.book Page 16 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Safety and General Inforation • 16 • • result in the dangerously unsafe condition of an unapproved radio combination being used in a hazardous location. Unauthorized or incorrect modification of the intrinsically safe approved Product will negate the approval rating of the product. Incorrect repair or relabeling or any intrinsically safe Agency-approved radio could adversely affect the Approval rating of the unit.
6864110R04b.book Page 17 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Getting Started Frequency Band Transmit Power (Watts) Number of Channels RDU2020 UHF 2 2 RDV2020 VHF 2 2 Model Model Number Location Getting Started This User’s Guide covers multiple RDX Series models, and may detail some features your radio does not have.
6864110R04b.book Page 18 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Getting Started Installing the Spring Action Belt Clip 1. Slide the spring action belt clip grooves into the belt clip rails on the back of the battery pack and slide it down into place until it snaps. 2. To remove, push the release tab on the back of the battery surface and pull the spring action belt clip upward to remove.
6864110R04b.book Page 19 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM *Based on 5% transmit/ 5% receive/ 90% standby standard duty cycle (22 hours with battery save enabled or 18 hours with battery save disabled). Getting Started Installing the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Your radio is powered by an Li-Ion battery pack, which provides up to 22 hours* of usage. 1. With the Motorola logo side up, on the battery pack, place the battery into the radio. 2.
6864110R04b.book Page 20 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Adjusting the Volume You can set the volume by turning. Note: Do not hold the radio too close to your ear when adjusting the volume or if it is at a high setting. Using the Radio 1. Press and hold Q to check for channel activity. If you hear static, the channel is clear to use. Do not transmit if someone is speaking on the channel. Press Q again to stop monitoring the channel. 2. Press and hold M and speak into the microphone.
6864110R04b.book Page 21 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Basic Operation Indicator Light Getting Started Use B to: Transmit call tone Use M to: Talk Exit a menu Use \ to: Lock the keypad Scroll through available menus Use T / S to: *Access presets Microphone RDX 21 * XU2600 and XV2600 only Use P to: Turn power on/off Adjust radio volume Use Accessory Jack for: Radio plug-in charging Audio accessories Use J to: Monitor the frequency Turn scan on/off* Use [ and ] to: Change channels* Change menu settin
6864110R04b.book Page 22 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Battery and Charging Options Battery and Charging Options You have several battery and charging options on your RDX Series Two-Way Radio. RDX 22 Li-Ion Battery See “Installing the Lithium Ion Battery Pack” on page 19. Alkaline Batteries Your radio can also use 5 AA Alkaline batteries with the purchase of an Alkaline Battery Frame (sold separately); alkaline cells provide up to TBD hours* of radio use. 1.
6864110R04b.book Page 23 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM 1. Place the drop-in charging tray on a flat surface. 2. Insert the mini USB plug of the 10-hour charger into the USB port on the back of the drop-in charging tray. 3. Plug the AC adaptor into a power outlet. Insert the battery or radio into the tray with the Motorola logo or radio front facing the front of the charger. Note: To extend battery life, do not overcharge. Charging the battery over the weekend is acceptable.
6864110R04b.book Page 24 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Battery and Charging Options Battery Life Watts Li-Ion Alkaline 2 22 Hours Hours 1 Hours Hours RDX Series Factory Defaults Your RDX radio is programmed at the factory to the following settings. If you need to change settings, refer to Programming Features on page 27. Channel 1 2 Frequency 2 8 UHF Code 67.0 67.0 Bandwidth Frequency 25.0 3 25.0 4 VHF Code 67.0 67.0 Bandwidth 25.0 25.
6864110R04b.book Page 25 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Talking and Receiving Signal Strength Indicator/Channel Busy Note: Obstacles that block the signal path may affect the strength of the incoming signal. Talk Range Industrial Multi-Level Model Inside steel/concrete industrial buildings Inside multi-level buildings UHF 2W Up to 250,000 Sq. Ft. TBD VHF 2W Up to 180,000 Sq. Ft. TBD Talking and Receiving When transmitting the LED on the front of the radio will be solid green.
6864110R04b.book Page 26 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Talking and Receiving Hands-Free Use/VOX Motorola RDX radios can operate hands-free (VOX) when used with compatible VOX accessories. A short delay occurs between when you start talking and the radio transmits. With Compatible VOX Accessories 1. Turn radio off. 2. Open accessory cover. 3. Insert plug of audio accessory firmly into accessory jack. 4. Turn radio on. Radio LED will flash double green 5.
6864110R04b.book Page 27 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM = Off (VOX with accessories only, default settings) = Low sensitivity = Medium sensitivity = High sensitivity Monitoring a Channel Check for channel activity. 1. Press and hold Q. You will hear static if the channel is clear. 2. Press side button 1 icon again to release. Programming Features You can change the following features by entering the programming mode.
6864110R04b.book Page 28 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Programming Features Entering Programming Mode You must enter Programming Mode to change your communication settings. 1. Press and hold MJ for three seconds while turning on your radio. The radio beeps. RDX 28 Programming a Channel Each channel has its own Frequency, Interference Eliminator Code, and Bandwidth Settings. Program each channel separately. Select the channel that you will be programming by rotating the channel selector knob.
For example: UHF frequency code 12 = 461.1125 would be programmed as M + SB1 + M + SB1 + SB1 M gets you to the 10's numeral placement SB1 gets you to scroll up to the number 1 (only one press) M confirms your placement & moves you to the units number placement by pressing SB1 twice you increased the number from 0 to 2 Note: Both LED and Audio beeps will advise user of what number is being programmed (i.e. 2 = 2 beeps and LED will flash twice) Programming Features 6864110R04b.
Programming Features 6864110R04b.book Page 30 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Programming Bandwidth (when FCC allowable) Some frequencies have selectable channel spacing, which must match other radios for optimal radio quality. Bandwidth settings are programmed for each channel. 1. Enter Programming Mode as necessary, refer to “Entering Programming Mode” on page 28. Note: Spirit GT radios operate at 12.5 kHz. The M Series radios may operate at 25.0 kHz or 12.5 kHz bandwidth if selectable.
6864110R04b.book Page 31 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Cloning You can duplicate RDX Series radio settings from one radio to another by using optional accessories. There are two methods in which the radios can be cloned: Using the Radio-to-Radio Cloning Cable (RLN6303) 1. Ensure both programmed and non-programmed radios are OFF 2. Connect one side of the USB cable, to the back of the charging tray. 3. Connect the opposite side of the USB cable, to the back of the second charging tray. 4.
Programming Features 6864110R04b.book Page 32 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM RDX 32 Using the Multi-Unit Charger (RLN6309) 1. Enter programming mode on the programmed radio (M + SB1 + ON) 2. Place the programmed radio in one of the front pockets of the multi unit charger. 3. Turn the non-programmed radio ON and place it directly behind the programed radio. 4. Press and hold PTT on the programmed radio until the non-programmed radio beeps. 5.
6864110R04b.book Page 33 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Advanced Features Turn End-of-Transmission Tone on/off When enabled, your two-way radio transmits a tone when you finish transmitting. It’s like saying “Roger” or “Over.” ] Off Turn Battery Save on/off 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 off decreases battery life by approximately 20%.
6864110R04b.book Page 34 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Advanced Features To Do This RDX 34 Press this Key While Turning On the Radio Default Setting Toggle Phase Shift Changes your phase shift for optimal communication with other Motorola radios. 180° XTN Series (factory default), M Series, Spirit M-Series, and Radius SP21 240° Spirit HP and Radius SP50 M B 180° Restore Factory Defaults Returns your radio to its original factory settings to verify proper operation.
6864110R04b.book Page 35 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Symptom Try This: No Power Recharge or replace battery RLN6305 battery pack. Reposition or replace alkaline batteries if the Alkaline Battery Frame (RLN6306) has been purchased. Message not transmitted Make sure M is completely pressed while transmitting. Recharge or replace batteries. Verify the transmit light is illuminated solid green while speaking.
6864110R04b.book Page 36 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Symptom Troubleshooting Limited talk range RDX 36 Message not received Try This: Steel and/or concrete structures, heavy foliage, buildings or vehicles decrease range. Check for clear line of sight to improve transmission. 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 Channel, Frequency, Interference Eliminator Code settings. Recharge or replace batteries.
6864110R04b.book Page 37 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Symptom Try This: Reinsert radio/battery. Cannot enter Programming mode Clean battery/charger contacts. Verify that the USB connector is inserted correctly into the charging tray. Unplug any audio accessories and retry.
6864110R04b.book Page 38 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 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... RDX 38 Turn radio off and remove batteries. Dry with soft cloth. Do not use radio until completely dry.
6864110R04b.book Page 39 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Frequencies and Bandwidths The charts on the next few pages provide frequency information. These charts are useful when using Motorola RDX Series two-way radios with other business radios. Frequency Programming Number is identical to Spirit M, GT and S-Series frequency position (where applicable). VHF Frequencies 1 2 3 4 5 6 *7 *8 *9 10 11 12 13 14 15 151.6250 151.9550 154.5700 154.6000 151.7000 151.7600 151.8200 151.8800 151.9400 151.5125 151.
6864110R04b.book Page 40 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM UHF Frequencies Use and Care Programmi Frequency ng Number (MHz) Bandwidth Programmi Frequency ng Number (MHz) Bandwidth 1 464.5000 12.5/25.0 15 461.1875 12.5 2 464.5500 12.5/25.0 16 461.2125 12.5 3 467.7625 12.5/25.0 17 461.2375 12.5 4 467.8125 12.5/25.0 18 461.2625 12.5 5 467.8500 12.5/25.0 19 461.2875 12.5 6 467.8750 12.5/25.0 20 461.3125 12.5 7 467.9000 12.5/25.0 21 461.3375 12.5 8 467.9250 12.
6864110R04b.book Page 41 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM UHF Frequencies (Continued) Programmi Frequency ng Number (MHz) Bandwidth 29 462.9125 12.5 43 466.2625 12.5 30 464.4875 12.5 44 466.2875 12.5 31 464.5125 12.5 45 466.3125 12.5 32 464.5375 12.5 46 466.3375 12.5 33 464.5625 12.5 47 466.3625 12.5 34 466.0375 12.5 48 467.7875 12.5 35 466.0625 12.5 49 467.8375 12.5 36 466.0875 12.5 50 467.8625 12.5 37 466.1125 12.5 51 467.8875 12.5 38 466.1375 12.
6864110R04b.book Page 42 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM UHF Frequencies (Continued) Use and Care Programmi Frequency ng Number (MHz) Bandwidth RDX 42 Programmi Frequency ng Number (MHz) Bandwidth 57 462.1875 12.5 71 451.6375 12.5 58 462.4625 12.5 72 452.3125 12.5 59 462.4875 12.5 73 452.5375 12.5 60 462.5125 12.5 74 452.4125 12.5 61 467.1875 12.5 75 452.5125 12.5 62 467.4625 12.5 76 452.7625 12.5 63 467.4875 12.5 77 452.8625 12.5 64 467.5125 12.
6864110R04b.book Page 43 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Programmi Frequency ng Number (MHz) Bandwidth 85 457.3125 12.5 88 457.7625 12.5 86 457.4125 12.5 89 457.8625 12.5 87 457.5125 12.
6864110R04b.book Page 44 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Interference Eliminator Codes Use and Care Display Number RDX 44 Code (Hz) Display Number Code (Hz) Display Number 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.
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6864110R04b.book Page 47 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Motorola Limited Warranty Motorola Limited Warranty for the United States and Canada 47 What Does this Warranty Cover? Subject to the exclusions contained below, Motorola, Inc.
6864110R04b.book Page 48 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Products Covered Products and Accessories as defined above, unless otherwise provided for below. Decorative Accessories and Cases. Decorative covers, bezels, PhoneWrap™ covers and cases. Professional Two-way Radio Accessories. Products and Accessories that are Repaired or Replaced. Length of Coverage One (1) year from the date of purchase by the first consumer purchaser of the product unless otherwise provided for below.
Motorola Limited Warranty 6864110R04b.book Page 49 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM 49 Exclusions Normal Wear and Tear. Periodic maintenance, repair and replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear are excluded from coverage. Batteries. Only batteries whose fully charged capacity falls below 80% of their rated capacity and batteries that leak are covered by this limited warranty. Abuse & Misuse.
Altered Products. Products or Accessories with (a) serial numbers or date tags that have been removed, altered or obliterated; (b) broken seals or that show evidence of tampering; (c) mismatched board serial numbers; or (d) nonconforming or non-Motorola housings, or parts, are excluded form coverage. Communication Services.
6864110R04b.book Page 51 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Motorola Limited Warranty Software NOT Embodied in Physical Media. Software that is not embodied in physical media (e.g. software that is downloaded from the internet), is provided “as is” and without warranty. 51 Who is Covered? This warranty extends only to the first consumer purchaser, and is not transferable.
How to Obtain Warranty Service or Other Information? USA Phones 1-800-331-6456 Two-Way Radios 1-800-448-6686 Pagers 1-800-548-9954 Canada All Products 1-800-461-4575 TTY TTY 1-888-390-6456 For Accessories and Software, please call the telephone number designated above for the product with which they are used. You will receive instructions on how to ship the Products, Accessories or Software, at your expense, to a Motorola Authorized Repair Center.
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Some states and jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion 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 that vary from state to state or from one jurisdiction to another.
6864110R04b.book Page 55 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Software Copyright Notice Software Copyright Notice 55 The Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Motorola certain exclusive rights for copyrighted computer programs, including but not limited to, the exclusive right to copy or reproduce in any form, the copyrighted computer program.
6864110R04b.book Page 56 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM 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.
Index 6864110R04b.book Page 57 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM 57 A Audio accessories ............................ 29 Adjust volume ............................. 21, 22 Advanced features ........................... 41 Alkaline batteries .............................. 24 B Bandwidth......................................... 36 Basic operations ............................... 22 Battery Alkaline ...................................... 24 Install ................................... 24 Charge Alkaline .......
Internal VOX............................... 30, 38 Introduction ........................................ 1 K Keepad tones ................................... 41 L Licensing information FCC ............................................. 5 M Meter Battery ....................................... 26 Microphone gain......................... 30, 38 Monitor signal strength............... 28, 31 M-Series............................... 34, 42, 53 O Obstacles .........................................
6864110R04b.book Page 59 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM Index U Use and care .................................... 46 V VOX External ...................................... 29 59 Internal....................................... 30 Sensitivity level .................... 30, 38 W Warranty .......................................... 54 Website Accesories .................................
6864110R04b.book Page 60 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM RDX Series Programming Quick Reference Function Appearance Press & hold side button 1for 3 sec. and turn on radio to enter programming mode. Press \ until l displays. To change, press [or ]. Frequency *depending upon model *depending upon model Interference Eliminator Code Appears after l shows. Set for each channel. Bandwidth Press \ until K displays. Press [ or ] to select D (25.0 kHz) or C (12.5 kHz).
6864110R04b.book Page 61 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM RDX Series Programming Quick Reference Radio On Microphone Gain Visual \as needed, then [or ] Choose: 1 Low Sensitivity 2 Medium Sensitivity 3 High Sensitivity
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6864110R04b.book Page 63 Friday, October 20, 2006 4:38 PM • • MOTOROLA, the Stylized M Logo,RDX Series and all other trademarks indicated as such herein are trademarks of Motorola, Inc. ® Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. © 2001, 2002, 2005, 2006 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.
