Motorola SX600 Series User Manual

Do NOT hold the antenna when the radio is "IN USE." Holding the
antenna affects its effective range.
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Body-Worn Operation
To maintain compliances with FCC/Health Canada RF exposure
guidelines if you wear a radio on your body when transmitting
Two-Way Radio
always place the radio in a Motorola-supplied or approved clip
User's Guide
holder, holster, case or body harness for this product. Use of non-
Motorola-approved accessories may exceed FCC/Health Canada RF
exposure guidelines.
If you do not use one of the Motorola-supplied or approved body-
worn accessories and are not using the radio held in the normal
use position, ensure the radio and its antenna are at least 1 inch
(2.5 cm) from your body when transmitting.
Data Operation
If applicable, when using any data feature of the radio with or
without an accessory cable, position the radio and its antenna at
least one inch (2.5 cm) from the body.
Approved Accessories
For a list of approved Motorola accessories, visit our Web site at
www.motorola.com.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
Note: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to
electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded,
designed or otherwise configured for electromagnetic compatibility.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference; and
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2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Facilities
To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts,
turn off your radio in any facility where posted notices instruct you
to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment
that is sensitive to external RF energy.
For More Information
Aircraft
For further information, you may call Motorola at 1-800-638-5119
When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when onboard an
(U.S. and Canada), or e-mail us at giantintl@callcenter.com or visit
aircraft. Any use of a radio must be in accordance with applicable
us on the Internet at www.motorola.com.
regulations per airline crew instructions.
Medical Devices – Pacemakers
The Advanced Medical Technology Association recommends that
Safety and General Information
a minimum separation of 6 inches (15 cm) be maintained between a
handheld wireless radio and a pacemaker. These recommendations
Important Information on Safe and Efficient Operation
are consistent with the independent research by and
Read This Information Before Using Your Radio.
recommendations of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The information provided in this document supersedes the general People with pacemakers should:
safety information in user guides published prior to December 1, 2002.
• ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 cm) from their
pacemaker when the radio is turned ON.
Transmit and Receive Procedure
Your two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. To control
• Not carry the radio in the breast pocket.
your exposure and ensure compliance with the general population/
• Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential
uncontrolled environment exposure limits, always adhere to the
for interference.
following procedure:
• Turn the radio OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect
• Transmit no more than 50% of the time.
that interference is taking place.
• To receive calls, release the PTT button.
Medical Devices – Hearing Aids
• To transmit (talk), press the Push to Talk (PTT) button.
Some digital wireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids.
Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because the radio In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your
generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
(in terms of measuring standards compliance).
Medical Devices – Other
Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy If you use any other personal medical device, consult the
Your Motorola two-way radio complies with the following RF energy manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately
exposure standards and guidelines: shielded from RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you
in obtaining this information.
• United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of
Federal Regulations; 47CFR part 2 sub-part J.
Safety and General Use While Driving
Check the laws and regulations regarding the use of radios in the
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of
Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992. area where you drive, and always obey them. If you do use your
radio while driving, please:
• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) C95.
1-1999 Edition. • Give full attention to driving and to the road.
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection • Use hands-free operation, if available.
(ICNIRP) 1998.
• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if
• Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits of Human driving conditions so require.
Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in the
The use of a two-way radio while engaged in activities requiring
Frequency Range from 3 KHz to 300 GHz, 1999.
concentration may cause distraction or otherwise impair your
• Australian Communications Authority Radiocommunications ability to safely participate in such activities. Always use technology
safely.
(Electromagnetic Radiation—Human Exposure) Standard, 2003.
• ANATEL ANNEX to Resolution No. 303 of July 2, 2002 "Regulation of Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the
limitation of exposure to electrical, magnetic and electromagnetic air bag deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force. If a
fields in the radio frequency range between 9 KHz and 300GHz" and portable radio is placed in the air bag deployment area and the air
"Attachment to resolution #303 from July 2, 2002". bag inflates, the radio may be propelled with great force and cause
serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.
To ensure optimal radio performance and make sure human
exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy is within the
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
guidelines set forth in the above standards, always adhere to the
Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially
following procedures.
explosive atmosphere. Only radio types that are especially qualified
should be used in such areas as "Intrinsically Safe." Do not remove,
Portable Radio Operation and EME Exposure
install or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially
Antenna Care
explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in
Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna.
bodily injury or even death.
Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could
damage the radio and may violate FCC regulations.
Note: The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to
above include fueling areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or
chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles (such as grain, dust or metal powders) and
any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your
vehicle engine. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are
Use to:
often—but not always—posted.
• Turn radio on/off
• Increase or
Blasting Caps and Areas
decrease volume
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your
radio when you are near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area,
Use Push to Talk
or in areas posted "Turn off two-way radios." Obey all signs and
to:
instructions.
• Talk
Operational Cautions
• Save a setting
Antennas
Use to:
Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a
damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn • Transmit call
tone
can result.
Batteries
Speaker
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as
burns if a conductive material—like jewelry, keys or beaded chains—
touch exposed terminals. The conductive material may complete an
electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in Mini-USB
Charging Port
handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a
pocket, purse or other container with metal objects.
Exercise care when removing NiMH or AAA batteries. Do not use
sharp or conductive tools to remove either of these batteries.
Battery Charger Safety Instructions:
Save these Instructions
1. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
2. Do not operate or disassemble the charger if it has received a
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sharp blow, or has been dropped or damaged in any way.
for Channel,
Call Tone
3. Never alter the AC cord or plug provided with the unit. If the
plug will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a
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qualified electrician. An improper condition can result in a risk
for Codes
of electric shock.
4. To reduce the risk of damage to the cord or plug, pull the plug
- Battery Meter
rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger from the
AC receptacle.
- Channel Power
5. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the
Indicator (see
outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

Menu Options)

6. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Motorola
may result in a risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.
- Lock
7. Make sure the cord is located so it will not be stepped on,
tripped over or subjected to damage or stress.
- Talk Confirmation
8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
Tone (Roger Beep)
necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a
risk of a fire and/or electric shock. If an extension cord must be
used, make sure that: - Noise Filtering
• The pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same
number, size and shape as those on the plug of the charger.
• The extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical
condition.
Installing the Batteries
• The extension cord size is 18 AWG for lengths up to 100 feet,
Each radio uses 1 NiMH rechargeable battery pack or 3 AAA
and 16 AWG for lengths up to 150 feet.
alkaline batteries and beeps when the batteries are low.
9. The supply cord of the AC adaptor cannot be replaced. If the
Installing NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack
cord is damaged, call customer service at 1-800-638-5119 (U.S.
1. Turn the radio off.
and Canada) or e-mail us at giantintl@callcenter.com.
2. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery cover latch
up and remove the cover.
FCC Licensing Information
3. Remove the battery pack from the clear plastic bag (Do not
disassemble or unwrap the battery pack).
Your Motorola radio operates on General Mobile Radio Service
4. Insert the NiMH battery pack with the diagram facing you.
(GMRS) frequencies and is subject to the Rules and Regulations of
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC requires
5. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
that all operators using GMRS frequencies obtain a radio license
Installing the Three AAA Alkaline Batteries
before operating their equipment. To obtain the FCC forms, please
1. Turn the radio off.
request Form 605 and 159 , which includes all of the forms and
2. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery cover latch
instructions you will need.
up and remove the cover.
If you wish to have the document faxed or mailed, or if you have
3. Insert the three AAA alkaline batteries with + and - polarity as
questions, please use the following contact information:
shown inside.
For a fax: For mail service: If you have
4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
Contact the Call the FCC questions about
Radio Battery Meter
Fax-0n-Demand Forms Hotline the FCC License:
The radio battery icon shows the Radio battery charge level, from
system Call the FCC
full to empty
1-202-418-0177 1-800-418-FORM 1-888-CALL-FCC
radio chirps periodically or after releasing
(3676) (225-5322)
Removing the NiMH Battery Pack
1. Turn the radio off.
You may also visit the FCC's Web site at www.fcc.gov.
2. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery latch up to
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola may
release the battery cover and remove the cover.
void the user's authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio
and should not be made. To comply with FCC requirements, 3. Gently remove the NiMH battery.
transmitter adjustments should be made only by or under the
4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
supervision of a person certified as technically qualified to perform
Removing the Three AAA Batteries
transmitter maintenance and repairs in the private land mobile and
1. Turn the radio off.
fixed services as certified by an organization representative of the
2. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery latch up to
user of those services. Replacement of any transmitter component
release the battery cover and remove the cover.
(crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by the FCC equipment
authorization for this radio could violate FCC rules.
3. Gently remove each battery by easing each battery out individually.

Control Buttons

4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
Notes
Use to:
• Exercise care when removing NiMH or AAA batteries. Do not
• Select Menu options use sharp or conductive tools to remove either of these batteries.
• Exit the Menu
• Remove the batteries before storing your radio for extended
(when pressed
periods of time. Batteries corrode over time and may cause
while in a Menu)
permanent damage to your radio.
• Lock and unlock
the keypad (when Using the Battery Charger
held down and not
The battery charger provides drop-in charging convenience for
in a Menu)
NiMH batteries and can be placed on any flat surface, such as a
Accessory Jack desk or workbench. Charge the NiMH battery overnight (at least
16 hours) before using it for the first time. After the initial charge,
Use Monitor
an empty battery is fully charged within 14 hours.
to:
1. Follow the steps above to install a NiMH Battery Pack.
• Scan to see if anyone
is on other channels 2. Plug the AC power supply cord into the jack on the desk stand.
• Monitor the selected
3. Plug the AC power supply into a standard wall outlet.
channel for activity
4. With a radio facing forward, slide it into one of the charging
Use and
pockets.
to:
• Scroll through menus Using the mini-USB Charging Connector
• Turns weather on/off The mini-USB charging connector is a handy port that allows you to
conveniently charge your NiMH battery pack. This is an alternative
Microphone
to charging your NiMH battery pack in the Battery Charger desk
stand using the AC wall adaptor and especially useful when used
while traveling.

Display Screen Guide

Available mini-USB charging options: (optional accessories)
1. Wall travel charger
2. Vehicle charger
3. Mini-USB computer cable
If using a computer, the computer must be turned on.
This and other accessories (sold separately) are available for your
radio. For more information, visit our Web site at
www.motorola.com or shop.giantintl.com.
1. Plug your mini-USB cable or charger into a power source as is
On/Off for each
-
appropriate for your accessory.
feature
2. Plug the cable into the mini-USB port on the bottom of your radio.
3. An empty battery will be fully charged in 14 hours.
- Scan
4. The LED indicator light on the radio will glow to indicate that the
battery is charging.
- Call Tone,
Notes
Keypad Tone
• The light will remain red after the NiMH battery pack is fully
charged.
- Hands-Free Use
• When moving between hot and cold temperatures, do not
Without
charge the NiMH battery pack until the battery temperature
Accessories
acclimates (usually about 20 minutes).
• For optimal battery life, remove the radio from the charger within
- Hands-Free Use
16 hours. Do not store the radio while connected to the charger.
With Accessories
• Turn radio off while charging.
Attaching and Removing the Belt Clip
Getting Started
1. Attach belt clip to pocket or belt strap.
2. Align the belt clip post with the hole in the back of the radio.
3. Gently push until the clip clicks in place.
To Remove
1. Push down on the release tab at the top of the belt clip to
release the catch.
2. Pull the belt clip away from the back of the radio.
Turning Your Radio On and Off
Turn clockwise to turn the radio on and counterclockwise to
turn the radio off.
1. In the ON position, the radio chirps and briefly shows all feature
icons available on the radio.
2. The display screen then shows the current channel, code and
all features that are enabled.
Setting the Volume
Press and hold for three seconds while rotating
reach a comfortable listening level.
1. Rotate clockwise to increase the volume.
2. Rotate counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
Do not hold the radio close to your ear. If the volume is set to an
uncomfortable level, it could hurt your ear.
. When the radio has one segment left, the
(Low Battery Alert).
Talking and Listening
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same
channel and Interference Eliminator Code.
1. To talk, press and hold .
2. When you are finished talking, release
For maximum clarity, hold the radio two to three inches away from
your mouth and speak directly into the microphone. Do not cover
the microphone while talking.
Talk Range
Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve
transmission range. Do not use the radios closer than five feet apart.
Monitor Button
Pressing and holding for three seconds allows you to listen to
the volume level of the radio when you are not receiving. This allows
you to adjust the volume, if necessary. You can also press
check for activity on the current channel before you talk.
Push to Talk Timeout Timer
To prevent accidental transmissions and save battery life, the radio
emits a continuous warning tone and stops transmitting if you
press for 60 continuous seconds.

Menu Options

Selecting the Channel
Your radio has 22 channels. Channels 8-14 are FRS 0.5 watt only and
all other channels are GMRS (See the "Channels and Frequencies"
table on overleaf for details).
1. With the radio on, press . When the radio is on a 0.5 watt
channel, displays. When the radio is on a 1 watt channel,
displays. The current channel flashes.
2. Press or and select an unused or quiet channel.
3. Press to save the channel setting or to continue set up.
Selecting The Interference Eliminator Code
Interference Eliminator Codes help minimize interference by
blocking transmissions from unknown sources. Your radio has 121
Interference Eliminator Codes. Codes 1 – 38 are the standard analog
codes that appear on other FRS/GMRS radios. Codes 39 – 121 are
additional digital codes added for superior interference protection.
0 is the off position, no analog or digital codes are enabled.
To set the code for a channel:
1. Press until the code starts to flash.
2. Press or to select the code.
3. Press to save the code setting or to continue set up.
You can set a different code for each channel using this procedure.
An extended press of or allows you to scroll through
the Interference Code rapidly so you can quickly reach the code
you want.
Note: You must set the Interference Eliminator Code to 0 on a radio
that uses Interference Eliminator Codes to communicate with radios
that do not have Interference Eliminator Codes. Select 0 for "no
tone, no code" and OFF will flash on your radio's display.
Setting and Transmitting Call Tones
Your radio can transmit different call tones to other radios in your
group so you can alert them that you want to talk. You have 10 call
tones from which to choose.
To set a call tone:
1. With the radio on, press three times until the current
call tone setting (0 - 10) flashes and appears.
2. Press or to change and hear the call tone.
3. Press to set the new call tone or to continue set up.
To transmit your call tone to other radios set to the same channel
and Interference Eliminator Code as your radio, press
Note: Setting the call to 0 disables the call tone feature.
Hands-Free Use Without Accessories ( )
You can use the iVOX feature to transmit hands-free without the need
for any headset accessories. Once iVOX is turned on, the radio detects
your voice and transmits when you speak into the internal microphone.
1. Press until appears on the display. The current
setting On/Off will flash.
2. Press or to select On or Off.
3. Press to set or to continue set up.
until you
Hands-Free Use With Accessories ( )
You can transmit hands-free more reliably with the use of optional
headset accessories. Once VOX is turned on, the radio detects your
voice and transmits when you speak.
Many accessories (sold separately) are available for your radio.
For more information, visit our Web site at www.motorola.com or
shop.giantintl.com.
1. Turn the radio off and plug the VOX accessory into the
accessory port.
2. Turn the radio on. VOX shows on the display.
3. Adjust the volume appropriately by rotating . Lower the
volume before placing the accessory on your head or in your ear.
.
4. To turn off, simply remove accessory.
Note: There is a short delay between the time you start talking
and when the radio transmits. There is a short delay before the
transmission is completed.
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