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RDR5200 Digital
Mobile Two-Way Radio
Communications Systems
Accessing General Radio Information Your radio contains information
on the following:
• Radio ID
• Software version
• Codeplug Version
Checking the Radio ID
1. Press [VK] to access the main menu.
2. Press [▲] or [▼] to navigate to Utilities and press [VK] to select.
3. Press [▲] or [▼] to navigate to Radio Info and press [VK] to select.
4. Press [▲] or [▼] to navigate to My Number, or Firmware Vr., or CP Vr.
and press [VK]button.
5. The display shows radio ID, the current firmware or the codeplug
version.
CARE AND CLEANING
• Do not place anything on top of the radio that will prevent heat
dissipation.
• Be sure radio is powered off before cleaning.
• Do not place the radio in a dusty or dirty environment.
• Clean the radio with a lint-free/non woven fabric moistened
with clean water and/or a mild dish washing liquid to remove
dirt, grease, and dust.
• Avoid subjecting the radio to corrosives, solvents or spirits.
• Make sure the radio is completely dry before use.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom
Radio will not power on
Radio is on, but you cannot hear voice transmissions or they
are not very loud
You cannot log on to the system
Cannot talk to or hear from group members
Transmissions from non-group members are heard
Communication range is small
Unable to transmit
Noise is too loud
Buttons will not work
Radio cannot lock out
No display
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Communications Systems
Solution
1. Check the power connections to make sure they have a solid connection.
2. Check for (one or more) blown fuse(s)
1. Turn the volume control knob to maximum volume.
2. Make sure you are within communication range.
Check the antenna connection to make sure it has a solid connection.
1. Make sure you are within communication range.
2. Check the squelch level
3. Digital: Be sure the CC, ID, Time Slot is set correctly
4. Analog: Be sure you're using the same channel and/or have the same CTCSS/
CDCSS settings as your group members.
Analog: Change CTCSS/DCS tone and make sure all other radios in your group are
using the same CTCSS/DCS tone
1. Make sure antenna is not damaged and has a solid connection
2. Check the squelch level
1. Make sure the PTT button has been pressed completely
2. Transmitting frequency has not been set on the radio
3. The radio has been killed remotely
1. Check squelch level
2. Beyond efficient communication range
Restart the radio
Restart the radio
Restart the radio
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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