Motorola XTB446 Instruction Manual page 5

Twin Charger
The provides drop-in charging for two radios fitted with NiMH
batteries. The charger can be placed on any flat surface, such
as a desk or workbench. Charge the NiMH battery overnight
(16 hours) before using it for the first time.
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Ensure that the radio is switched OFF before placing
the radio in the charger.
C a u t i o n
1. Connect the AC adapter to the socket on the rear of the
charger.
2. Plug the AC power supply into a standard electrical outlet.
3. Place the radio into the charger pocket with the keypad
facing forward. The red LED will illuminate if the radio is
properly inserted and will remain illuminated as long as the
radio remains in the charger.
4. Charge the battery for 16 hours and then remove the radio
from the charger.
5. You can charge the NiMH battery pack itself using the
included battery support bracket. Place the battery support
bracket into the charging cradle, install the NiMH battery
pack applying its charging contacts to those of charging
cradle. Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit
from charging.
Charging Status
The solid red indicator shows that the radio with NiMH battery is
charging. A depleted battery will recharge to full capacity within
16 hours.
Note:
When moving between hot and cold environments, do
not charge the radio until the battery temperature
acclimatises (usually about 20 minutes). For optimal
battery life, remove the radio from the charger within 16
hours. Do not store the radio in the charger.
Turning Your Radio On and Off
1. Press and hold SEL/ for approximately 2 seconds to turn
your radio on.
2. The radio chirps and the display briefly shows all feature
icons that your radio has available.
The display then shows the channel number
interference eliminator code
3. Press and hold SEL/ for approximately 2 seconds to turn
your radio off.
Volume
1. Increase the volume by pressing the VOL/CH side button
(+). To decrease the volume press the VOL/CH side button
0-7
(-). The volume level ( ) is displayed for 5 seconds.
Keypad Tones
Every time you press a button on your radio,
it beeps - except for PTT and
To enable or disable keypad tones, press and hold
switching your radio ON.
Battery Meter and Low Battery Alert
The battery level indicator
display, indicates the battery status. When the battery in the unit
is low, the battery level indicator flashes. The radio will sleep
when the voltage drops below a predetermined level, to protect
the rechargeable battery.
Battery Life
The approximate (typical) battery life for NiMH batteries is 14
hours
This is based on a 5% transmit, 5% receive and 90% standby
cycle.
Note:
Battery life will be reduced if you regularly use
Hands-Free (VOX) accessories.
Belt Clip
Your radio is supplied with two belt clips.
1. To attach, align the grooves of the belt clip with those of the
back of the radio. Slide the belt clip downwards until a click
is heard.
2. To remove, pull the release tab away from the radio back
and slide the belt clip upwards.
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