Motorola solutions APX 8500 E5 CONTROL HEAD User manual

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APXTM TWO-WAY RADIOS
APX 8500 E5 CONTROL HEAD
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Declarationof Conformity
Important Safety Information
Software Version
Copyrights and Disclaimer
Using the IEUTK
Getting Started
Radio Parts and Controls
Fleet map
PreparingYour Radio for Use
IdentifyingRadio Controls
IdentifyingStatus Indicators
General Radio Operation
Advanced Features
Utilities
Radio Care
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Declaration of Conformity
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This declarationis applicableto your radio only if your radio is labeled with the followingFCC logo.
Per FCC CFR 47 Part 2 Section 2.1077(a)
ResponsibleParty
Name:MotorolaSolutions, Inc.
Address: MotorolaSolutions, Inc., 1303 East AlgonquinRoad, Schaumburg,IL 60196-1078,U.S.A.
Phone Number: 1-800-927-2744
Hereby declaresthat APX 8500 conformsto FCC Part 15, subpart B, section 15.107(a),15.107(d),and
section 15.109(a)

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Class B Digital Device
As a personalcomputerperipheral,this device complieswith Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This device complies
with Industry Canada license-exemptRSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmfulinterference,and
2. This device must acceptany interferencereceived, includinginterferencethat may cause undesired
operation.
Note:
This equipmenthas been tested and found to complywith the limits for a Class B digitaldevice,
pursuantto part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada license-exemptRSS standard. These limits
are designedto provide reasonableprotectionagainst harmfulinterferencein a residentialinstallation.
This equipmentgenerates,uses, and can radiateradio frequencyenergy and, if not installedand used in
accordancewith the instructions,may cause harmfulinterferenceto radio communications.However,
thereis no guaranteethat interferencewill not occurin a particularinstallation.
If this equipmentdoes cause harmfulinterferenceto radio or television reception,whichcan be
determinedby turningthe equipmentoff and on, the user is encouragedto try to correct the interference
by one or more of the followingmeasures:
•Reorientor relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increasethe separationbetweenthe equipmentand receiver.
•Connectthe equipmentinto an outleton a circuitdifferentfrom that to whichthe receiveris connected.
•Consultthe dealeror an experienced radio/TV technicianfor help.

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Important Safety Information
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RF Energy Exposure and Product Safety Guide for Mobile Two-Way Radios
Energy Exposure and Product Safety Guide for Mobile Two-Way Radios
UnderIndustry Canadaregulations, this radio transmittermay only operateusing an antennaof a type and
maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitterby Industry Canada.To reduce potentialradio
interferenceto other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalentisotropically
radiatedpower(e.i.r.p.)is not more than that necessary for successfulcommunication.
This radio transmitter is approved by Industry Canada to operatewith a MotorolaSolutions-approvedantenna
with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedancefor each antenna type indicated.
Antennatypes not includedin this list, having a gain greaterthan the maximum gain indicatedfor that type,
are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
CAUTION:
This radio is restricted to Occupationaluse only.
Beforeusing the radio, read the RF Energy Exposure and Product Safety Guide for Mobile
Two-WayRadios which containsimportantoperatinginstructionsfor safe usage and RF
energyawarenessand control for Compliancewith applicablestandards and Regulations.

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For additionaluser traininginformationon exposure requirements,refer to the followingwebsites:
•https://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/about/company-overview/corporate-responsibility/governance-
and-policies/wireless-communication-and-health-faqs.html
•https://learning.motorolasolutions.com/
Notice to Users (FCC and Industry Canada)
This device complieswith Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada's license-exemptRSS's per the
followingconditions:
1. This device may not cause harmfulinterference.
2. This device must acceptany interferencereceived, includinginterferencethat may cause undesired
operation.
3. Changesor modificationsmade to this device, not expressly approved by MotorolaSolutions, couldvoid
the authorityof the user to operate this equipment.

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RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines
To controlyour exposure, and ensure compliancewith the relevant RF exposure limits, alwaysadhere to the
followingguidelines:
•Do not remove any of the RF Exposure Labels if present from this device or its related accessories.
•Attachthese instructionsto the device whenyou transferit to other users.
•Do not use this device if the operationalrequirementsdescribedherein are not met.
Operating Instructions
•Transmitno more than 50% of the time. To transmit(talk), press the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button.To receive
calls,release the PTT button.Transmittingmore than 50% of the time may cause RF exposure compliance
requirementsto be exceeded.
•Transmitonly when people (bystanders) outside the vehicle are at least at the recommendedminimum
lateraldistance (as shown in Tables 1 and 2) away fromthe vehicle body. This separationwill ensure that
thereis sufficientdistance froma properlyinstalled (accordingto the installationinstructions)externally-
mountedantenna to satisfy the relevant RF exposure limits.
•To ensure continuedcompliancewith applicableRF exposure limits, use only MotorolaSolutions approved,
suppliedor replacementantennas,batteries,and accessories.
•For a list of Motorola Solutions approved accessories please refer to your user manual or visit
www.motorolasolutions.com.

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Table 1 lists the recommendedlateral distancefor bystanders from the body of a vehicle (For example, truck,
van, car, motorcycle)equippedwith an approved, properly installed single-bandmobileradio and associated
antenna(s).
These lateral distances, for single-band radios, depend on the radio rated power.
Table 1: Rated Power of Vehicle-InstalledSingle-BandMobile Radio and RecommendedMinimum Lateral
Distance from Vehicle Body
Note: If you are not sure of the rated powerof your single-bandradio, contact your MotorolaSolutions
representativeor dealer and supply the radio modelnumberfoundon the radio model label. If you cannot
determinethe rated power,then assure 3 ft (90 cm) separation for bystanders fromthe body of the vehicle.
Single-BandMobile Radio Rated Power
(see Notice)
MinimumLateral Distance of Bystanders from
Vehicle Body
Less than 7 W
8 in. (20 cm)
7 to 14 W
1 ft (30 cm)
15 to 39 W
2 ft (60 cm)
40 to 110 W
3 ft (90 cm)

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Table 2 lists the recommendedlateral distancefor bystanders from the body of a vehicle (For example, truck,
van, car, motorcycle)equippedwith an approved, properly installed multi-bandmobile radio and associated
antenna(s).These lateral distances,for multi-bandradios, depend on whetherthe radio is installed on a
motorcycle,or on other kinds of vehicles.
Table 2: Rated Power of Vehicle-InstalledMulti-Band Mobile Radio and RecommendedMinimum Lateral
Distancefrom Vehicle Body
Type of Vehicle
MinimumLateral Distance of Bystanders from Vehicle Body
Motorcycle
2 ft (60 cm)
Other vehicles
3 ft (90 cm)

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MobileAntenna InstallationGuidelines
•Make sure to follow the antenna installationguidelines that are provided in this mobile radio installation
manual.
•Use only MotorolaSolutions approved supplied antenna, or a Motorola Solutions approved replacement
antenna.Unauthorized antennas, modifications,or attachmentscould damage the radio and may result in
non-compliancewith RF Safety Standards.
Guidelinesand Operating Instructions for Mobile Two-Way Radios Installedas Fixed Site Control
Stations
If mobileradio equipmentis installedand operatedat a fixed location,the antennainstallationmust comply
with the followingrequirementsin order to ensure optimal performanceand compliancewith applicableRF
exposure limits.
•The antenna should be mountedoutside the buildingon the roof or a tower if at all possible.
•As with all fixed site antennainstallations,it is the responsibilityof the licensee to managethe site in
accordancewith applicableregulatoryrequirements.Actions such as site survey measurements,signage,
and site access restrictionsmay be requiredin order to ensure compliancewith RF exposure limits.