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Radius P110 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 P110 Portable Radios Operating Instructions P110...

  • Page 2: Warning

    Ni-Cad batteries as hazardous waste, unless certain exemptions apply. Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of Ni-Cad batteries. If you are located in the United States, you can ship post paid your used Ni-Cad batteries to INMETCO, an EPA...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    General Radio Care...31 Safety Information ...32 Computer Software Copyrights ...33 Licensing Information ...34 , Motorola, Radius, P110, Private-Line, Digital Private-Line, Touch-Code, Quik-Call II, and MDC-1200 are trademarks of Motorola, Inc. ©1996 by Motorola Inc., Radius Products Division Hwy 34 West, Mt. Pleasant, IA 52641 Printed in U.S.A.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction Welcome To The Motorola Radius P110 Radio The Radius P110 Portable Radio is a sophisticated state- of-the-art unit. It incorporates the latest technology avail- able in two-way radio communications. The use of microcomputer technology makes changing radio characteristics such as operating frequencies and squelch codes both economical and fast.

  • Page 5: Inspection

    P110 Portable Radios Inspection When you receive your packaged P110 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 those listed if optional accesso- ries were ordered.

  • Page 6: Controls, Switches, Indicators, And Connectors

    Controls, Switches, Indicators, and Connectors Controls, Switches, Indicators, and Connectors Rotary Channel Selector Switch Accessory Connector Cover Accessory Connector On/Off/Volume Control Turns the radio on and off and adjusts the volume level. Rotary Channel Selector Switch Selects the operating channel. LED Indicator A bi-colored light-emitting diode (LED) indicates the radio’s oper-...
  • Page 7 P110 Portable Radios 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. Control Button This can be programmed as a Monitor, Volume Set (manual monitor), or Scan Nuisance Delete button.

  • Page 8: Alert Tone Indicators

    Alert Tone Indicators 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. A second low pitched tone is generated if the start-up test is not successful.

  • Page 9: Low Battery Alert

    P110 Portable Radios 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 chirps. During receive/standby mode, the radio emits 2 medium pitched chirps.

  • Page 10: Scan And Signalling Alert Tones

    Scan and Signalling Alert Tones 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. Selective Call A 2 beep alert tone is generated whenever a Selective Call is received, the radio unsquelches and the callers message...

  • Page 11: Multifunction Led Indicators

    P110 Portable Radios Multifunction LED Indicators Transmit Mode (PTT Button Pressed) • Continuous Red Light - Normal Transmission • Flashing Red Light - Low Battery Receive Mode (PTT Button Not Pressed) • Flashing Red Light - Channel Busy, indicates the pres- ence of activity on the operating channel •...

  • Page 12: Dealer Programmable Functions

    Dealer Programmable Functions Dealer Programmable Functions Per Radio Functions All Alert Tones All LED Indicators Low Battery Alert Time-Out-Timer Channel Busy Light Monitor Button Per Channel Functions Rx Frequency Tx Frequency PL/DPL Decode PL/DPL Encode Rx Only Channel Busy Channel Lockout Channel Scan Functions Channel Scan List TalkBack Channel Scan...

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    P110 Portable Radios 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 tightly fastened into place. March, 1996 6880902Z28-E Getting Started...
  • Page 14 Getting Started Battery Installation or Replacement To Install Battery 1. Align the tabs on the top of the bat- tery to the guide rails on the radio (Figure 2). 2. Press battery and radio together. 3. Slide the battery towards the top of the radio until the battery latches click into place (arrow 1).
  • Page 15 P110 Portable Radios Method A: 1. Hold radio horizontally with speaker side facing down (Figure 3). 2. Pull battery latches, at the same time, towards the front of the radio housing using your thumb and index finger (arrows 1). 3. Use your thumb to slide the battery towards the bottom of the radio about 1/2 inch (arrow 4.

  • Page 16: Operation

    If the power-up alert tone is still not generated, a fault exists in the radio. Contact your local Motorola Radius dealer. To Receive 1. Set the channel selector to the desired channel position.
  • Page 17 Radio Service Software available at your local Motorola Radius dealer. To Transmit Set the channel selector to the desired channel position. 2. Do not interrupt another user. Listen for activity on your channel.

  • Page 18: 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 P110 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 19: Busy Channel Lockout

    P110 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 busy tone if you attempt to transmit.

  • Page 20: Dtmf Telephone Interconnect

    DTMF Telephone Interconnect DTMF Telephone Interconnect (Not available on 2 Channel Models) You can encode Dual Tone Multiple Frequency (DTMF) tones through the optional 12 button keypad. The tones are used for: • access to the landline telephone network • remote control operation DTMF Telephone Interconnect Operation 1.

  • Page 21: Optional Enhancements

    The P110 scan list is not operator selectable; however, it may be reprogrammed through the Radio Service Software available at your local Motorola Radius dealer. • Non Priority Channel Scan With this type of scan operation, no one scan channel has pri- ority over another.
  • Page 22 This channel location is program- mable through the Radio Service Software available at your local Motorola Radius Dealer. If both Designated Channel Scan and Talkback Scan are selected, the radio transmits on the active channel.
  • Page 23 P110 Portable Radios Signalling Enhancements Quik-Call II Decoding Call Alert Call Alert works similarly to tone-only pagers. When a Call Alert (page) is received, a series of 4 beep decode tones are heard while the LED flashes yellow. The LED continues flashing yellow and alert tone continues until the call alert is acknowledged by the radio.

  • Page 24: Battery Information

    Recharge the battery before use to ensure optimum capacity and performance. The battery was designed to be used only with a Motorola P110 charger. Charg- ing in non-Motorola equipment may lead to battery damage and void the battery warranty. When charging a battery that is attached to a radio, always turn the radio off to ensure a full charge.

  • Page 25: 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 26: Battery Charger 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 electric transformer and cord, pull by the transformer rather than the cord when disconnecting charger.
  • Page 27 Motorola Radius technician. • Do not disassemble charger; take it to your local Motorola Radius dealer when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in risk of electric shock or fire.
  • Page 28 There are no user serviceable parts in the charger. If the charger fails to operate, contact your local Motorola Radius dealer. NOTE NOTE 6880902Z28-E...

  • Page 29: Accessories

    P110 Portable Radios Accessories Radius offers several accessories to increase communications efficiency. Many of the accessories available are listed below, but for a complete list, consult your Radius dealer. Antennas: NAD6502 — Black HAD9338 — Yellow HAD9742 — Black HAD9743 — Blue HAD9934 —...
  • Page 30 Accessories Nickel-Cadmium Battery Chargers: HTN9630 Charger 1 Hour/120 Volt HTN9802 Charger 1 Hour/220 Volt HTN9803 Charger 1 Hour/240 Volt HTN9167 Charger 90 Minute/120 Volt HTN9168 Charger 90 Minute/220 Volt HTN9702 Charger 10 Hour/120 Volt HTN9804 Charger 10 Hour/220 Volt HTN9805 Charger 10 Hour/240 Volt HTN9748 Charger Multi 6 Unit 1 Hour/120 Volt...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    6. Check transmitter by transmitting to another portable radio or communications receiver. If the receiver has a signal strength ('S') meter, make comparison readings against another portable radio. Also check the antenna. March, 1996 6880902Z28-E Troubleshooting...

  • Page 32: Service

    If any operational difficulties should arise, report them to your local Motorola Radius dealer. Proper repair and maintenance will assure efficient opera- tion and long life for this radio.

  • Page 33: General Radio Care

    P110 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 34: Safety Information

    Safety Information Safety Information The Federal Communications (FCC) with its action in Gen- eral 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 equip- ment. Proper operation of this radio will result in user expo- sure substantially below the FCC recommended limits.

  • Page 35: 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. Futhermore, the purchase of...

  • Page 36: Licensing Information

    Licensing Information Licensing Information Your Radius radio operates on FM radio communication fre- quencies and is subject to the Rules and Regulations of the Local Communications Governing Agencies. These agen- cies may require that all operators using Private Land Mobile or General Mobile Radio frequencies obtain a radio license before operating their equipment.
  • Page 37 P110 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 Singapore, 0923 Singapore In Japan contact:...

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