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Motorola GP300 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 GP300 Portable Radios Operating Instructions...
  • Page 2 We thank you for purchasing our Motorola radios. These radios are manufactured according to the highest quality standards set and are backed by Motorola’s two (2) year warranty. The rechargeable Motorola supplied batteries have a one (1) year warranty. Kindly approach your dealer for more information.

  • Page 3: Limited Warranty

    MOTOROLA cannot be responsible in any way for any ancillary equipment not furnished by MOTOROLA which is attached to or used in connection with the Product, or for oper- ation of the Product with any ancillary equipment, and all such equipment is expressly ex- cluded from this warranty.
  • Page 4 Motorola Penang Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone Phase III 11900 Penang, Malaysia 6804370J52-B...
  • Page 5 Ni-Cad batteries as hazardous waste, unless certain exemptions apply. Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of Ni-Cad batter- ies. If you are located in the United States, you can ship post paid your used Ni-Cad batteries to INMETCO, an EPA approved recycling facility,...

  • Page 6: Quick Reference Card

    Quick Reference Card toward the top of the radio until it is fully engaged by the battery latch. Antenna Installation Rotate the antenna clockwise until hand tight into the antenna connector on the top of the radio. Battery Installation or Replacement 1.
  • Page 7 To Transmit Voice Activated Transmission PTT ID (Encode) (VOX) Every time the PTT button is pressed, the radio 1. Turn the radio on and rotate the CHANNEL automatically transmits a unit identification (ID) SELECTOR to the desired channel position. To activate the VOX feature, insert a headset in number.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Safety Information..............37 Computer Software Copyrights..........38 Licensing Information..............39 , Motorola, GP300, Private-Line, Digital Private-Line, Touch- Code, RapidCall, and Quik-Call II are trademarks of Motorola Inc. ©1997 by Motorola Inc. Motorola Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (Company No. 12631DE), Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone, Phase III 11900 Penang, Malaysia Printed in Malaysia.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    It meets the U.S. Government Military Standards 810C, D and E for low pressure, high temperature, low temperature, temperature shock, solar radiation, rain, humidity, salt fog, dust, vibration, and shock. The GP300 radio also meets the Electronic Industry Association RS316B electrical and mechanical specifications. The Motorola Accelerated Life Test (ALT) assures that possible failures brought on by field...

  • Page 10: Inspection

    GP300 Portable Radios Inspection Inspection When you receive your packaged GP300 Radio, inspect the shipping carton for any signs of damage. Next, remove and check the contents of the packing case to be sure that all items ordered have been included. Contents of the packing case may be different from the standard items listed below if optional accessories were ordered.

  • Page 11: Controls, Switches, Indicators And Connectors

    Controls, Switches, Indicators and Connectors GP300 Portable Radios Controls, Switches, Indicators and Connectors Rotary Channel Selector Switch On/Off Volume Control Accessory LED Indicator Connector Cover Top View On/Off/Volume Control Turns the radio on and off and adjusts the volume level.
  • Page 12 GP300 Portable Radios Controls, Switches, Indicators and Connectors Push-To-Talk (PTT) Button When depressed and held, engages the transmitter and puts radio in the transmit mode. When released, the radio operates in the receive mode. Monitor Button (PL/DPL Disable) Selects the mode of operation, carrier squelch (CSQ) or Private-Line/Digital Private-Line (PL/DPL squelch).

  • Page 13: Alert Tone Indicators

    Alert Tone Indicators GP300 Portable Radios Alert Tone Indicators Power-Up Each time the radio is turned on, a microcomputer and syn- thesizer self-test occurs. A high pitched alert tone is gener- ated for approximately 1/8 second to indicate that the microcomputer and synthesizer are functioning properly.

  • Page 14: Low Battery Alert

    GP300 Portable Radios Alert Tone Indicators Low Battery Alert If the battery is low on your radio, an audible alert tone alerts you during transmit or receive mode. During transmit, on the release of the PTT button the radio emits 2 medium pitched chirp tones.

  • Page 15: Scan And Signalling Alert Tones

    Scan and Signalling Alert Tones GP300 Portable Radios Scan and Signalling Alert Tones Transmit on Radios with PTT-ID When the PTT button is depressed a side tone is heard as the unit I.D. is being transmitted. When the tone ends, start your voice message in the standard manner.

  • Page 16: Multifunction Led Indicators

    GP300 Portable Radios Multifunction LED Indicators Multifunction LED Indicators Transmit Mode (PTT Button Depressed) • Continuous Red Light - Normal Transmission • Flashing Red Light - Low Battery Receive Mode (PTT Button Not Depressed) • Flashing Red Light - Channel Busy, indicates the pres- ence of activity on the operating channel •...

  • Page 17: Dealer Programmable Functions

    Dealer Programmable Functions GP300 Portable Radios Dealer Programmable Functions Per Radio Functions Default All Alert Tones Enabled All LED Indicators Enabled Low Battery Alert Enabled Time-Out-Timer Enabled to 60 seconds Channel Busy Light Disabled Battery Saver Disabled VOX Operation Disabled...

  • Page 18: Getting Started

    GP300 Portable Radios Getting Started Getting Started Antenna Installation Fasten the antenna to the radio by placing the threaded end of the antenna into the large threaded antenna bushing on top of the radio. Rotate the antenna clockwise until hand...
  • Page 19 Getting Started GP300 Portable Radios Battery Installation or Replacement 1. Turn off the radio and hold it in one hand with the back of the radio facing up. 2. Disengage the battery latch on the bottom of the radio by pushing and holding the latch towards the front of the radio.

  • Page 20: Operation

    4 seconds, to confirm that the coded squelch is disabled. Any time the PTT button is pressed when the GP300 is in the PL/DPL disable mode, the LED tempo- rarily glows yellow to remind you that this state is active.
  • Page 21 Operation GP300 Portable Radios NOTE All GP300 radio models have an internal squelch setting which is adjusted at the factory. The squelch level setting is not a user-operated control; however, it may be reprogrammed through the Radio Service Software available at your local Motorola dealer.

  • Page 22: Operation With Standard Features

    Operation with Standard Features Operation with Standard Features To fit your particular needs, a number of features are avail- able to enhance the operation of your GP300 radio. These capability features are described for you in this section. Time-Out-Timer The Time-Out-Timer (T.O.T.) feature alerts you if the trans- mitter is keyed for a long period.

  • Page 23: Busy Channel Lockout

    Operation with Standard Features GP300 Portable Radios Busy Channel Lockout Busy Channel Lockout is a privacy feature that prevents the radio from listening to or transmitting over conversations outside its talkgroup, keeping lines of communication clear. Whenever the radio is not allowed to talk, you will hear a busy tone if you attempt to transmit.
  • Page 24 GP300 Portable Radios Operation with Standard Features Voice Activated Transmission (VOX) When hands-free operation is desired, the GP300 can be activated by voice alone using the VOX feature. The radio has circuitry and software internal to the radio that senses when you speak through an accessory headset and will automatically transmit.

  • Page 25: Optional Feature Enhancements

    (up to 7 channels on the 8 channel model). Two types of channel scan are offered in the GP300; non-priority and priority scan. Both types of chan- nel scan are available with PL/DPL operation. To initiate the scan feature, rotate the channel selector switch to the chan- nel in which scan is programmed.
  • Page 26 GP300 Portable Radios Optional Feature Enhancements NOTE If the monitor mode is not active when the scan- ning feature is initiated, the radio performs a PL type of scan. If the monitor mode is active when the scanning feature is initiated, the radio per- forms a CSQ type of scan.
  • Page 27 Optional Feature Enhancements GP300 Portable Radios • Scan Talkback Tone The Scan Talkback Tone feature enables you to find the last active channel received during scan mode. A beep is emitted when the channel selector knob is rotated to the last channel received during scan.

  • Page 28: Optional Signalling Enhancements

    GP300 Portable Radios Optional Signalling Enhancements Optional Signalling Enhancements (Not Available on 2 Channel Models) PTT ID When on a channel with the PTT ID feature, the radio transmits an identification code (unit ID) to the base sta- tion, indicating which portable is in operation.
  • Page 29 Optional Signalling Enhancements GP300 Portable Radios Signalling and Channel Scan Signalling and channel scan are compatible in the GP300 radio. However, during scan operation, a Voice Selective Call on a particular channel could be missed since the radio may not be checking that channel when the Voice Selective Call is being sent.

  • Page 30: Dtmf Telephone Interconnect

    GP300 Portable Radios DTMF Telephone Interconnect DTMF Telephone Interconnect (Not Available on 2 Channel Models) Dual Tone Multiple Frequency (DTMF) tones are encoded through the optional numeric keypad for access to the land- line telephone network and for remote control operation.
  • Page 31 Radio Service Soft- ware available at your local Motorola dealer are also pro- vided with the DTMF keypad model of the GP300. These additional control buttons function similarly to the buttons on the side of the radio.

  • Page 32: Battery Information

    This battery, designed specifically for use in the GP300 radio, is a safe, dependable power source. Proper care of the battery will ensure its effectiveness and allow for peak performance of the radio.

  • Page 33: Short Circuit

    This Memory Effect has been virtually eliminated in Motorola batteries with the use of the latest in cell technology from our selected cell suppliers.

  • Page 34: Battery Chargers Operating Instructions

    • Do not expose charger to rain or snow. • Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Motorola may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. • To reduce risk of damage to the transformer and cord, pull by the transformer rather than the cord when unplugging the charger.
  • Page 35 Motorola dealer. • Do not disassemble charger; take it to your local Motorola dealer when service or repair is required. Incorrect reas- sembly may result in risk of electric shock or fire.
  • Page 36 5. If the LED does not glow red when the battery is inserted into the charger, check the battery and charger contacts to be sure they are clean. There are no user serviceable parts in the charger. If the charger fails to operate, contact your local Motorola dealer.

  • Page 37: Accessories

    Accessories GP300 Portable Radios Accessories Motorola offers several accessories to increase communications effi- ciency. Many of the accessories available are listed below, but for a com- plete list, consult your local Motorola dealer. Antennas: HAD8450 — Orange 216-223 MHz VHF Antenna HAD9338 —...
  • Page 38 BDN6720 Flexiable Ear Receiver HLN8096 Audio Accessory Clamp HLN9756 BNC – RF Adapter (for use with GP300 models only) 50-80386B90 Rubber Ear Inserts (for earpieces with older metal earloop - 25 per package 50-80371E73 Rubber Ear Inserts (for earpieces with plastic earloops...

  • Page 39: Belt Clip Installation Instructions

    To Attach The Belt Clip To The Radio: 1. Locate the mounting rails on the back side of the radio. 2. Position the belt clip, Motorola logo facing up, so the logo end of the clip is nearest the mounting rails, and the other end of the clip is toward the bottom of the radio.

  • Page 40: For Use In Hazardous Atmospheres

    GP300 Portable Radios For Use in Hazardous Atmospheres For Use in Hazardous Atmospheres For information referencing the Factory Mutual approved GP300 Models, Options and Accessories, refer to the Factory Mutual Approval Manual Supplement (6880902Z27) .

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting GP300 Portable Radios Troubleshooting If you experience difficulty, check the following items before requesting service. 1. Review steps under OPERATION. 2. Be sure the rotary channel selector switch is set to the correct channel. 3. Replace or recharge the battery.

  • Page 42: Service

    GP300 Portable Radios Service Service Because this unit contains a radio transmitter, federal law prohibits anyone from making any internal adjustments to the transmitter unless specifically licensed to do so by gov- ernment regulations. If your radio fails to operate, contact your local Motorola dealer.

  • Page 43: General Radio Care

    General Radio Care GP300 Portable Radios General Radio Care 1. Avoid physical abuse of your radio such as carrying it by the antenna or remote microphone. 2. Wipe the battery contacts with a lint-free cloth to remove dirt, grease, or other material which may pre- vent good electrical connections.

  • Page 44: Safety Information

    GP300 Portable Radios Safety Information Safety Information The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) with its action in General Docket 79-144, March 13, 1985 has adopted a safety standard for the human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC- regulated equipment.

  • Page 45: Computer Software Copyrights

    Accordingly, any copyrighted Motorola computer programs contained in the Motorola products described in this manual may not be cop- ied or reproduced in any manner without the express writ- ten permission of Motorola. Furthermore, the purchase of...

  • Page 46: Licensing Information

    GP300 Portable Radios Licensing Information Licensing Information Your Motorola radio operates on FM radio communication frequencies and is subject to the Rules and Regulations of the Local Communications Governing Agencies. These agencies may require that all operators using Private Land Mobile or General Mobile Radio frequencies obtain a radio license before operating their equipment.
  • Page 47 Licensing Information GP300 Portable Radios In Mexico contact: Secretaria De Communicaciones Y Transportes Direccion General De Politicas Y Normas De Communicaciones Av. Eugenia No. 197-5o. Piso Mexico, D.F. 06700 In Singapore contact: Telecommunications Authority of Singapore 3rd Storey Comcenter 31 Exeter Road...

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