Motorola RMU2080 User Manual

Motorola RMU2080 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Two-Way Radios User Guide RMU2080 & RMV2080 Non-Display models...
  • Page 2 Open Source Software Legal Notices: This Motorola product contains Open Source Software. For information regarding licenses, acknowledgements, required copyright notices and other usage terms, refer to the documentation for this Motorola product at: http://businessonline.motorolasolutions.com Go to: Resource Center > Product Information > Manual > Accessories.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    About the Li-Ion Battery ... . . 14 CONTENTS Battery Recycling and Disposal ..15 Installing the Lithium-Ion Contents......1 (Li-Ion) Battery .
  • Page 4 With Compatible VOX Accessories..30 Example of Programming Setting VOX Sensitivity ....30 Auto-Scan ..... 38 Microphone Gain.
  • Page 5 RM UHF Frequencies Chart ... . .60 RMU2080 – UHF Default Frequencies Chart ......63 CTCSS and PL/DPL Codes .
  • Page 6: Product Safety

    For a list of Motorola-approved antennas, PRODUCT SAFETY batteries and other accessories, visit the following website which lists approved PRODUCT SAFETY AND RF accessories: EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE www.motorolasolutions.com/RMseries Before using this product, read the operating instructions and RF energy awareness information...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing the Motorola® RM 8000 West Sunrise Boulevard Series™ Radio. This radio is a product of Plantation, Florida 33322 Motorola's 80 plus years of experience as a world leader in the designing and PACKAGE CONTENTS manufacturing of communications equipment.
  • Page 8 For a copy of a large-print version of this user guide or for product-related questions, contact 1-800-448-6686 in the USA 1-800-461-4575 in Canada 1-888-390-6456 on TTY (Text Telephone) For product related information, visit us at: www.motorolasolutions.com/RMseries English...
  • Page 9: Fcc Licensing Information

    To transmit on these frequencies, you are FCC LICENSING required to have a license issued by the FCC. INFORMATION Application is made available on FCC Form 601 and Schedules D, H, and Remittance Form INTERFERENCE INFORMATION 159. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 10 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. To comply with...
  • Page 11: Batteries And Chargers Safety

    Use of accessories not recommended by To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the Motorola may result in risk of fire, electric charger from the AC outlet before attempting shock, or injury.
  • Page 12: Operational Safety Guidelines

    OPERATIONAL SAFETY located at the bottom of the charger. GUIDELINES • Make sure that the cord is located where it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or subjected to • Turn the radio OFF when charging battery. water, damage, or stress. •...
  • Page 13: Radio Overview

    RADIO OVERVIEW PARTS OF THE RADIO Channel Selector Knob Antenna On/Off/Volume Knob Microphone Audio Accessory 2 Pin Connector Indicator PTT (Push-To- Talk) Button Battery SB1 - Monitor Button Model Label SB2 - Scan/ RMU2080 Nuisance Channel Delete English...
  • Page 14: On/Off/Volume Knob

    The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery sending a message. RM Series comes with a Standard Capacity Antenna Li-Ion battery. Other batteries may be available. For models RMU2080, and RMV2080 the For more information, see “Battery Features” antennas are non-removable. on page 14. LED Indicator Used to give battery status, power-up status, radio call information and scan status.
  • Page 15 The radio’s model is shown on the bottom of the radio and provides the following information: Table 1: RM Series Radio Specifications Transmit Number of Frequency Model Power Antenna Band Channels (Watts) RMU2080 Non-removable RMV2080 Non-removable English...
  • Page 16: Battery Features

    Motorola batteries are designed specifically to the battery life. be used with a Motorola charger and vice About the Li-Ion Battery versa. Charging in non-Motorola equipment may lead to battery damage and void the The RM Series radio comes equipped with a battery warranty.
  • Page 17: Battery Recycling And Disposal

    1-800-8-BATTERY specific requirements and information in your This internet site and telephone number also area. Motorola fully endorses and encourages provides other useful information concerning the recycling of Li-Ion batteries. In the U.S. and recycling options for consumers, businesses Canada, Motorola participates in the and governmental agencies.
  • Page 18: Installing The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery

    Slots Turn OFF the radio. Turn OFF the radio. With the Motorola logo side up on the battery Push down the battery latch and hold it while pack, fit the tabs at the bottom of the battery removing the battery.
  • Page 19: Holster

    Holster Power Supply, Adaptor and Drop-in Tray Charger Drop-in Tray Charger Power Supply The radio is equipped with one Drop-in Tray Charger and one Power Supply with Adaptor. For more information, refer to “Chargers” on Insert the radio into the base of the holster at an page 74.
  • Page 20: Battery Life Information

    Battery Life Information When the Battery Save feature is set to ON (enabled by default), the battery life lasts longer. The following table summarizes battery life estimations: Table 2: Li-Ion Battery Life with Tx Power 2 Watts Battery Type Battery Save OFF Battery Save ON Standard 12 Hours...
  • Page 21: Charging The Battery

    Note: The radio comes with a Standard Power Supply. To charge the battery (with the radio attached), place it in a Motorola-approved Drop-in Tray Single Unit Charger or Drop-in Tray Multi Unit Charger. Drop-in Tray SUC Place the Drop-in Tray Charger on a flat surface.
  • Page 22 OFF to ensure a full alignment ribs in the Drop-in Tray Single Unit charge. See “Operational Safety Guidelines” Charger. on page 10 for more information. Table 3: Motorola Authorized Batteries Charging A Stand-Alone Battery Part Number Description PMNN4434_R...
  • Page 23: Drop-In Tray Charger Led Indicators

    Drop-in Tray Charger LED Indicators Table 4: Charger LED Indicator Status LED Indicator Comments Green for approximately 1 second Power On Steady Red Charging Steady Green Charging Complete Red Fast Flash Battery Fault (*) Amber Slow Flash Waiting to Charge (**) Battery empty Flash Red 1 Time Battery low...
  • Page 24: Estimated Charging Time

    If there is NO LED indication: Check if the radio with battery, or the battery alone, is inserted correctly. (refer to step 4 of "Charging with the Drop-in Tray Single Unit Charger (SUC)" on page 19) Ensure that the power supply cable is securely plugged into the charger socket using an appropriate AC outlet and there is power to the outlet.
  • Page 25 Charging a Radio and Battery using Place the Multi-Unit Charger on a flat surface. a Multi Unit-Charger - MUC (Optional Insert the power cord plug into the MUC’s dual Accessory) pin connector at the bottom of the MUC. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet. Turn the radio OFF.
  • Page 26: Multi-Unit Charger Led Indicators

    Multi-Unit Charger LED Indicators Table 6: Charger LED Indicator Status LED Indicator Comments Green for approximately 1 second Power On Steady Red Charging Steady Green Charging Complete Red Fast Flash Battery Fault (*) Amber Slow Flash Waiting to Charge (**) Battery empty Flash Red 1 Time Battery low...
  • Page 27 If there is NO LED indication: Check if the radio with battery or the battery alone, is inserted correctly (refer to step 5 of "Charging a Radio and Battery using a Multi Unit-Charger - MUC (Optional Accessory)" on page 23). Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the MUC and the appropriate AC outlet.
  • Page 28: Getting Started

    Note: Do not hold the radio too close to the ear GETTING STARTED when the volume is high or when adjusting the volume For the following explanations, refer to “Parts Of The Radio” on page 11. SELECTING A CHANNEL To select a channel, turn the Channel Selector TURNING RADIO ON/OFF Knob until you reach the desired channel.
  • Page 29: Receiving A Call

    TALK RANGE Notes: • To listen to all activity on a current channel, short TALK RANGE press the SB1 to set the CTCSS/DPL code to 0. Industrial Multi-Level This feature is called ‘CTCSS/DPL Defeat (Squelch set to SILENT)’. Model Inside steel/ Inside multi- •...
  • Page 30 To establish a proper two-way communication, Scramble Code: Codes that make the the channel, frequency, and interference transmissions sound garbled to anyone eliminator codes must be the same on both listening who is not set to that specific code. radios. This depends on the stored profile that Bandwidth: Some frequencies have selectable has been preprogrammed on the radio: channel spacing, which must match other...
  • Page 31: Radio Led Indicators

    RADIO LED INDICATORS RADIO STATUS LED INDICATION Channel Busy Solid Orange Cloning Mode Double Orange Heartbeats Cloning In Progress Solid Orange One Green Blink, One Orange Blink, One Green Blink, then repeat for 4 Fatal Error at Power up seconds Low Battery Orange Heartbeat Low Battery Shutdown...
  • Page 32: Hands-Free Use/Vox

    Accessory Accessory Port/ VOX can be temporarily disabled by pressing Connector the PTT button or by removing the audio Motorola RM Series™ radios can operate accessory. hands-free (VOX) when used with compatible Note: To order accessories, refer to: VOX accessories.
  • Page 33: Microphone Gain

    Default value is OFF. If you want to use the Toggle Voice Prompt in User Mode VOX feature, VOX level should be set at a Short press the SB1 Button while turning ON different level. the radio to enable/disable the Voice Prompt in User Mode.
  • Page 34: Programming Features

    • Auto-Scan, PROGRAMMING • Active Channels, and FEATURES • Enable/Disable/Program the Weather Channel To easily program all the features in your radio, The Frequencies Select feature allows you to it is recommended to use the Customer choose frequencies from a pre-defined list. Programming Software (CPS) and the The Interference Eliminator Code (CTCSS/ programming cable.
  • Page 35: Entering Advanced Configuration

    are 7 received frequencies available for this for the user to start the radio programming cycle. feature. Once you are in the ‘Idle’ Programming Mode, Entering Advanced Configuration Mode you will be able to hear the Frequencies, Note: Before configuring the features, make sure Codes, Auto-Scan, Active Channels and your radio is set to the channel you wish to Weather Channel settings by short pressing...
  • Page 36: Reading Ctcss / Dpl Values

    Reading CTCSS / DPL Values Active Channels Cycle through the features available for While in Auto-Scan mode, short pressing the configuration by short pressing the PTT button PTT button shifts the radio to ‘Active Channels’ until you hear the current code. The radio feature.
  • Page 37 Programming Mode and return to the normal radio operation. Note: • To exit the programming mode without saving, turn OFF the radio. • If you ‘roll-over’ to the beginning of ‘Idle’ Programming Mode, you will hear “Channel Number” and the LED Indicator blinks green again.
  • Page 38 Programming Mode FAQ codes pool. For example, if you try to program code 220, the radio would not accept it as the I got distracted while programming and forgot maximum value allowed is 219. Same goes for which feature I was programming. What should the frequencies.
  • Page 39: Programming Values Example

    PROGRAMMING VALUES EXAMPLE • Turn OFF the radio and start over. I just programmed the value I wanted. How do I Example of Programming a Frequency exit the Programming Mode? Assuming current frequency value is set to You can either: Channel 1, with the UHF default frequency set to ‘02’...
  • Page 40: Code

    Example of Programming a Code Example of Programming Auto-Scan Assuming the current code value is set to Auto-Scan is the third available feature in the factory default ‘001’, and you want to change it Programming Mode and can be set to either to CTCSS/DPL Code = 103.
  • Page 41: Example Of Programming Weather Channels

    Example of Programming Active Channels Example of Programming Weather Channels Active Channels is the fourth Programming Weather Channels is the last Programming Mode. It allows you to modify the number of mode. It allows you to toggle a radio channel active channels the radio is programmed to between 2 way radio mode and weather alert support.
  • Page 42: Other Programming Features

    OTHER PROGRAMMING FEATURES activated. If no transmission occurs within 5 seconds, scanning resumes. Scan • If you want to scan a channel without the Scan allows you to monitor other channels to Interference Eliminator Codes (CTCSS/DPL), set detect conversations. When the radio detects a the code settings for the channels to ‘0’...
  • Page 43: Nuisance Channel Delete

    Nuisance Channel Delete CUSTOMER PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE (CPS) Nuisance Channel Delete allows you to temporarily remove channels from the Scan List. This feature is useful when irrelevant conversations on a ‘nuisance’ channel ties up Radio to be programmed the radio’s scanning feature. To delete a channel from the Scan List: •...
  • Page 44: Time-Out Timer

    To use this feature, the Call Tones must be Note: (*) CPS Programming Cable P/N# programmed to either SB1 or SB2 and 1 of the HKKN4027_ is an accessory sold 3 pre-recorded tones is selected. separately. Please contact your Motorola point of purchase for more information. English...
  • Page 45: Scramble

    Scramble The Scramble feature makes transmissions sound garbled to anyone listening without the same code. Scramble default value is OFF. To change the scramble code during radio’s normal operation, the Scramble feature must be programmed to either SB1 or SB2. Reverse Burst Reverse Burst eliminates unwanted noise (squelch tail) during loss of carrier detection.
  • Page 46: Weather Channel

    WEATHER CHANNEL Known as the “Voice of NOAA’s National Weather Service”, NWR is provided as public NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards (NWR) is service by the National Oceanic and a nationwide network of radio stations Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), part of broadcasting continuous weather information the Department of Commerce.
  • Page 47: Noaa Weather Alert

    The channel position 8 on all RM Series radios button to advance to channel menu or weather with channel selector knob is configured at the menu alert menu. factory as a NOAA Weather Radio. NOAA Weather Alert The NOAA Weather Radio feature can be The RM series radio is capable of monitoring disabled or configured to any of the other the NOAA frequency for any alerts issued by...
  • Page 48 detected. While monitoring an alert, pressing the PTT button or changing channels exits the weather alert and returns to normal operation. Note: Using the Weather Alert Feature impacts normal battery life. English...
  • Page 49: Cloning Radios

    CLONING RADIOS To clone radios using the MUC, there must be at least two radios: You can clone RM Series radio profiles from one Source radio to a Target radio by using any • a Source radio (radio which profiles will be cloned one of these 3 methods: or copied from) and •...
  • Page 50 • MUC pockets numbers should be read from left to announce either “successful” (cloning is right with the Motorola logo facing front. successful) or “fail” (cloning has failed). If the Source radio is a display model, it will either show ‘Pass’ or ‘Fail’ on the display (a voice announcement will be played within 5 seconds).
  • Page 51: Cps And Cloning Cables

    CPS and Cloning Cables (Optional CPS Cable Accessory) • Both CPS and Cloning Cables are made to work either with RM Series radios or RDX Series radios. Cloning cable supports a mix of RM and RDX series radios. • CPS cable programs RM series radios. Make Cloning Cable sure the cable switch is in “Flash”...
  • Page 52: Cloning Radio Using The Radio To Radio (R2R) Cloning Cable (Optional Accessory)

    Cloning Radio using the Radio to Radio Unplug any cables (power supply or USB (R2R) Cloning Cable (Optional Accessory) cables) from the SUCs. Plug one side of the cloning cable mini USB connector to the first SUC and the other end to the second SUC.
  • Page 53 ‘cloning’ mode Note: This cloning cable is designed to operate What To Do If Cloning Fails only with compatible Motorola SUC RLN6175 and PMLN6394. The radio audible voice will announce “Fail” When ordering Cloning Cable, please refer to indicating that the cloning process has failed.
  • Page 54: Cloning Using The Customer Programming Software (Cps)

    Cloning using the Customer Programming Software (CPS) When cloning using this method, you need the Radio to be CPS software, a Drop-In Tray Charger and the programmed CPS Programming Cable. To order the CPS Programming Cable, please refer to P/N# HKKN4028_. Information on how to clone using the CPS is USB Ports available either in:...
  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Try This... Recharge or replace the Li-Ion battery. No Power Extreme operating temperatures may affect battery life. Refer to “About the Li-Ion Battery” on page 14 Confirm Interference Eliminator Code is set. Frequency or Interference Eliminator Code may be in use. Hearing other noises or Change settings: either change frequencies or codes on all radios.
  • Page 56 Symptom 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. To increase range and coverage, you can reduce Limited talk range obstructions or increase power.
  • Page 57 Symptom Try This... Radios are too close; they must be at least five feet apart. Heavy static or interference Radios are too far apart or obstacles are interfering with transmission. Refer to “Talking and Monitoring” on page 26. Recharge or replace Li-Ion battery. Low batteries Extreme operating temperatures affect battery life.
  • Page 58 Symptom Try This... VOX feature might be set to OFF. Use the CPS to ensure that the VOX Sensitivity level is not set to ‘0’. Cannot activate VOX Accessory not working or not compatible. Refer to “Hands-Free Use/VOX” on page 30. Check drop-in tray charger is properly connected and correspond to a compatible power supply.
  • Page 59: Use And Care

    USE AND CARE Use a soft damp cloth to Do not immerse in water Do not use alcohol or clean the exterior cleaning solutions If the radio is submerged in water... Turn radio OFF and Dry with soft cloth Do not use radio until remove batteries completely dry English...
  • Page 60: Frequency And Code Charts

    FREQUENCY AND CODE CHARTS RM VHF FREQUENCIES CHART The charts in this section provide Frequency and Code information. These charts are useful when using the Motorola RM Series two-way radios with other business radios. VHF Frequencies – BRUS Frequency # Frequency (MHz) Bandwidth...
  • Page 61 RMV2080 – VHF DEFAULT FREQUENCIES CHART RM VHF 8CH Radios Default Frequencies – RMV2080 Frequency Channel Frequency # Code Bandwidth (MHz) 154.4900 67.0 Hz 12.5 kHz 154.5150 67.0 Hz 12.5 kHz 151.6250 67.0 Hz 12.5 kHz 151.9550 67.0 Hz 12.5 kHz 151.5125 67.0 Hz 12.5 kHz...
  • Page 62: Rm Uhf Frequencies Chart

    RM UHF FREQUENCIES CHART RM UHF Frequencies Frequency # Frequency (MHz) Bandwidth Frequency # Frequency (MHz) Bandwidth 464.5000 12.5 kHz 461.1875 12.5 kHz 464.5500 12.5 kHz 461.2125 12.5 kHz 467.7625 12.5 kHz 461.2375 12.5 kHz 467.8125 12.5 kHz 461.2625 12.5 kHz 467.8500 12.5 kHz 461.2875...
  • Page 63 RM UHF Frequencies (Continued) Frequency # Frequency (MHz) Bandwidth Frequency # Frequency (MHz) Bandwidth 462.9125 12.5 kHz 466.3625 12.5 kHz 464.4875 12.5 kHz 467.7875 12.5 kHz 464.5125 12.5 kHz 467.8375 12.5 kHz 464.5375 12.5 kHz 467.8625 12.5 kHz 464.5625 12.5 kHz 467.8875 12.5 kHz 466.0375...
  • Page 64 RM UHF Frequencies (Continued) Frequency # Frequency (MHz) Bandwidth Frequency # Frequency (MHz) Bandwidth 451.1875 12.5 kHz 456.1875 12.5 kHz 451.2375 12.5 kHz 456.2375 12.5 kHz 451.2875 12.5 kHz 456.2875 12.5 kHz 451.3375 12.5 kHz 456.3375 12.5 kHz 451.4375 12.5 kHz 456.4375 12.5 kHz 451.5375...
  • Page 65: Chart

    RMU2080 – UHF DEFAULT FREQUENCIES CHART RM UHF 8CH Radios Default Frequencies – RMU2080 Frequency Channel Frequency # Code # Code Bandwidth (MHz) 464.5500 67.0 Hz 12.5 kHz 467.9250 67.0 Hz 12.5 kHz 467.8500 67.0 Hz 12.5 kHz 467.8750 67.0 Hz 12.5 kHz...
  • Page 66: Ctcss And Pl/Dpl Codes

    CTCSS AND PL/DPL CODES CTCSS Codes CTCSS CTCSS CTCSS 67.0 107.2 167.9 71.9 110.9 173.8 74.4 114.8 179.9 77.0 118.8 186.2 79.7 192.8 82.5 127.3 203.5 85.4 131.8 210.7 88.5 136.5 218.1 91.5 141.3 225.7 94.8 146.2 233.6 97.4 151.4 241.8 100.0 156.7...
  • Page 67 PL/DPL Codes Code Code Code English...
  • Page 68 PL/DPL Codes (Continued) Code Code Code Customized PL Customized PL Customized PL Customized PL Customized PL Customized PL Inverted DPL 39 Inverted DPL 40 Inverted DPL 41 Inverted DPL 42 Inverted DPL 43 Inverted DPL 44 Inverted DPL 45 Inverted DPL 46 Inverted DPL 47 English...
  • Page 69 PL/DPL Codes (Continued) Code Code Code Inverted DPL 48 Inverted DPL 65 Inverted DPL 82 Inverted DPL 49 Inverted DPL 66 Inverted DPL 83 Inverted DPL 50 Inverted DPL 67 Inverted DPL 84 Inverted DPL 51 Inverted DPL 68 Inverted DPL 85 Inverted DPL 52 Inverted DPL 69 Inverted DPL 86...
  • Page 70 PL/DPL Codes (Continued) Code Code Code Inverted DPL 99 Inverted DPL 109 Inverted DPL 119 Inverted DPL 100 Inverted DPL 110 Inverted DPL 120 Inverted DPL 101 Inverted DPL 111 Inverted DPL 121 Inverted DPL 102 Inverted DPL 112 Inverted DPL 123 Inverted DPL 103 Inverted DPL 113 Customized DPL...
  • Page 71 Notes English...
  • Page 72: Motorola Limited Warranty For The United States And Canada

    This limited warranty is a consumer's exclusive Repaired or Replaced. to the consumer, whichever is longer. remedy, and applies as follows to new Motorola Products, Accessories and Software purchased by consumers in the United States, which are accompanied by this written warranty.
  • Page 73 (c) use of the Products or Accessories for nonconforming or non-Motorola housings, or commercial purposes or subjecting the Product or parts, are excluded form coverage. Accessory to abnormal usage or conditions; or (d) other acts which are not the fault of Motorola, are excluded from coverage. English...
  • Page 74 Accordingly, any copyrighted software third parties, that the operation of the software contained in the Motorola products may not be products will be uninterrupted or error free, or that modified, reverse-engineered, distributed, or...
  • Page 75 United States of America. The any license under the copyrights, patents, or Governments of the United States of America may patent applications of Motorola or any third party restrict the exportation or re-exportation of this software provider, except for the normal, non- product to certain destinations.
  • Page 76: Accessories

    BATTERY ACCESSORIES Part No. Description AUDIO ACCESSORIES PMNN4434_R Standard Li-Ion Battery Part No. Description PMNN4453_R High Capacity Li-Ion Battery 53815 Headset w/Boom Mic BR CABLES HMN9026_R Remote Speaker Mic BR Part No. Description HKLN4477_ Surveillance Earpiece BR HKKN4028_ Radio to Radio Cloning Cable 53865 Headset w/Swivel Boom Mic HKKN4027_...
  • Page 77: Carry Accessories

    CARRY ACCESSORIES Part No. Description HKLN4510_ Swivel Holster SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS Part No. Description Customer Programming 82012694001 Software (CPS) English...
  • Page 78 Notes English...
  • Page 80 Schaumburg, IL 60196-1078, U.S.A. http://www.motorolasolutions.com MOTOROLA, MOTO, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS and the Stylized M logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC and are used under license. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2013 Motorola Solutions, Inc.

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