Motorola GP140 Series User manual

Professional Radio
GP140
User Guide
68P64110B25

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CONTENTS
General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operation and Control Functions. . . . . . 3
Radio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Indicator Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Programmable Buttons’ Indicators . . . . 4
Programmable Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Improved Audio Features . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Low Level Expansion (LLE) . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Companding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Radio On-Off/Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . 7
Adjusting the Radio’s Volume . . . . . . . . . . 7
Selecting a Channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Sending a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Receiving a Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Radio Call Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Talkaround. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Power Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Starting/Stopping Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Talkback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Deleting a Nuisance Channel . . . . . . . . . .10
Adding a Deleted Nuisance Channel. . . . .10
Scan Channel Discovery Alert. . . . . . . . . .10
Scan List Member Priority . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Battery Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Battery Care and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Recycling or Disposal of Batteries. . . . . . .13
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Accessory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Attaching/Removing the Battery . . . . . . . .14
Attaching/Removing the Belt Clip . . . . . . .14

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Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Radio Operation and EME Exposure. . . . 15
Electromagnetic Interference/
Compatibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Operational Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Operational Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
General Radio Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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GENERAL INFORMATION
This user guide covers the basic operation of the
GP140 Portable Radio.Please consult your dealer for
further, more detailed information.
NOTE: Please read pages 8 to 10 before using this
radio.
OPERATION AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Radio Controls
The numbers below refer to the illustrations on the
inside front cover.
1. Channel Selector Knob (16 Position)
Switches the radio to different channels.
2. On-Off / Volume Knob
Used to turn the radio on or off, and to adjust
the radio’s volume.
3. Side Button 1 (programmable)
Recommended for Monitor/Cancel Button.
4. Push to Talk Button (PTT)
Press and hold down this button to talk, release
it to listen.
5. Side Button 2 (programmable)
6. Side Button 3 (programmable)
7. Top Button (programmable)
Recommended for Emergency Button.
8. LED Indicator
Used to give battery status, power-up status,
radio call information and scan status.
9. Microphone
Speak clearly into the micorphone when
sending a message.
10. Antenna
11. Accessory Connector
Connects headsets, remote speaker/
microphones and other accessories. Replace
attached dust cap when not in use.
IndicatorTones
High pitched tone Low pitched tone
Self Test Pass Tone
Self Test Fail Tone
Positive Indicator Tone
Negative Indicator Tone

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PROGRAMMABLE BUTTONS’AUDIO
INDICATORS
Some programmable keys function as toggles
(alternating between two different choices).These
keys use audio indicators to indicate the change.
Programmable Buttons
Several of the radio’s buttons can be programmed
as short-cut buttons for many of the radio’s features.
Programmable buttons are:
• Top button
• Three side buttons
Check with your dealer for a complete list of the
functions your radio’s programmable buttons
support.
The following table shows the functions available by
• quickly pressing and releasing the programmable
buttons (short press), or by
• pressing and holding the programmable buttons
for a period of time (at least 1.5 seconds) before
releasing (long press), or by
• pressing and holding down the programmable
buttons while checking the status or making
adjustments.
Programmable
Buttons
Positive
Indicator
Tone
Negative
Indicator
Tone
Scan Start Scan
operation
Stop Scan
operation
Tx Power Radio trans-
mits at low
power
Radio trans-
mits at high
power
Squelch Radio oper-
ates in tight
squelch
Radio oper-
ates in normal
squelch
Option Board Activates
radio’s option
board
Deactivates
radio’s option
board
Repeater/Talkaround Radio DOES
NOT use the
repeater
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Button Short Press Long Press Press and Hold
Emergency
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To initiate an Emergency. To cancel your radio’s Emergency
status. —
Monitor/Perma-
nent Monitor —To continually monitor the selected channel.
To monitor the
selected channel for
any activity.
Volume Set — — To sound a tone for adjusting the radio’s
volume level.
Battery Gauge — — To checkthe battery’s
status.
Scan/Nuisance
Channel Delete To toggle between the start/stop of the Scan operation. To delete a nuisance channel while scanning. —
Tx Power To toggle your radio’s transmit
power level between High and Low
power.
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To toggle your radio’s transmit
power level between High and Low
power.
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Repeater/
Talkaround To choose to/not to transmit
through the repeater.
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To choose to/not to transmit
through the repeater.
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Squelch To toggle your radio’s squelch level
between tight/normal squelch.
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To toggle your radio’s squelch level
between tight/normal squelch.
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Option Board To toggle the activation/deactiva-
tion of your radio’s option board (if
one is installed).
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To toggle the activation/deactiva-
tion of your radio’s option board (if
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IMPROVED AUDIO FEATURES
Low Level Expansion (LLE)
The LLE feature of your radio improves voice quality
by reducing unwanted background noise when
receiving a message.It is compatible with most
major types of audio processing systems available
today.
Companding
Companding is a feature that allows further
improvement of voice quality. It compresses your
voice at transmission, and expands it when
receiving while simultaneously reducing extraneous
noise. However, to enjoy this benefit, ALL
transmitting and receiving radios must have this
feature activated.
NOTE: Contact your dealer for your radio’s current com-
panding settings or to change the settings.
Light To turn on your radio’s backlight.
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To turn on your radio’s backlight.
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*If Emergency function is required, it can ONLY be programmed to theTop Button.
†Depending on how your radio has been programmed by your dealer, these functions are activated EITHER through short press OR
long press, but not both.
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GETTING STARTED
Radio On-Off/Volume Control
• Turn the On-Off/Volume Control knob clock-
wise to turn on the radio.You will hear the Self
Test PassTone and see a green LED if the radio
powers up successfully. If the radio fails its self
test, you will hear the SelfTest Fail Tone.
• Turn the On-Off/Volume Control knob counter-
clockwise, until a click is heard, to turn off the
radio.
Adjusting the Radio’s Volume
1. Press and hold the Volume Set key; you will
hear a continuous tone.
2. Turn the On-Off/Volume Control knob and
adjust the volume level.
3. Release the Volume Set key.
Selecting a Radio Channel
Your radio offers sixteen (16) channels for easy
access to required conventional channels. Some
channels on your radio may not be programmed.
Check with your dealer for more information.
Turn the Channel Selector knob clockwise or
counter-clockwise until you reach the desired
channel.
Sending a Call
1. Use the Channel Selector knob to change to
the required channel.
2. Press the PTT , and speak clearly with your
mouth about 2.5 to 5 cm (one to two inches)
away from the microphone.
3. Release the PTT when you finish speaking.
Receiving a Call
1. Turn your radio on.
2. Adjust its volume level.
3. Switch to the desired channel.
4. If at any time a call comes through, you will hear
the call at the volume level you have set.
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RADIO CALL INFORMATION
Emergency
Your radio can be programmed to emit an
emergency siren.The Emergency Siren will cause
the radio to sound a repetitive tone at the maximum
volume.
1. Press and release the Emergency button to ini-
tiate an Emergency Siren.
2. Press and hold the Emergency button to cancel
the Emergency Siren.
3. Press and release the Emergency button to
restart the Emergency sequence.
Talkaround
In your communications network, you may be using
a repeater to cover a larger area than what is
possible with your radio. However, you can
communicate with another radio within your radio’s
range without going through the repeater by using
the
Talkaround feature.This is especially useful
when the repeater is down.
Press the programmed Repeater/Talkaround
button to toggle between the options of making or
not making a call through the repeater. A positive
indicator tone indicates that the radio is in
talkaround mode, while a negative indicator tone
indicates that the radio is in repeater mode.
Squelch
If a particular channel receives many unwanted calls
coming from radios that do not belong to your
communications group and are some distance away,
or the “background noise” is excessive, you can try
to filter these transmissions out by tightening the
channel’s squelch. However, tightening squelch
could cause calls from members of your
communications group that are farther away to be
filtered out as well.To set the squelch level:
Press the programmed Squelch button to toggle
between the options of having normal squelch or
tightening the squelch of your radio. A positive
indicator tone indicates that the radio is operating in
tight squelch, while a negative indicator tone
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Power Level
You can transmit your calls at different transmit
power levels. A higher level means you can reach a
radio that is farther away. Lower power level
conserves battery power.You are advised to
transmit as frequently as possible on low power, and
use high power only when needed.
Press the programmed Tx Power button to toggle
between the options for High or Low power transmit
level. A positive indicator tone indicates that the
radio is operating in low power mode, while a
negative indicator tone indicates that the radio is
operating in high power mode.
SCAN
You can monitor several channels in order to receive
any call that is transmitted on any of these channels.
Sixteen different channels can be programmed into
a scan list. Each channel can share the same scan
list or have different scan lists assigned to them.
Once the radio’s scan operation is activated and the
radio detects a call coming through a channel in its
scan list, it switches to that channel for you to
receive the call.
Starting or Stopping a Scan Operation
The LED Indicator will blink (green) during a scan
operation.It will stop blinking when the radio
switches to a channel.
Talkback
If the programmable Talkback option is set, you can
respond to any calls received during the scan
operation by pressing the PTT before the
programmed hang-time ends. Check with your
dealer for details.
1. Press the Scan key to start a scan operation.
2. Press the Scan key again to stop the scan
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Deleting a Nuisance Channel
If a channel continually generates unwanted calls/
noise, you can temporarily remove it from the scan
list by performing a
Nuisance Channel Delete
operation.
NOTE: You cannot perform a Nuisance Channel Delete
on a priority channel or if there is only one remaining
channel in the scan list.
Adding a Deleted Nuisance Channel back to
the Scan List
Scan Channel Discovery Alert
Sometimes you need to know which channel the
radio has switched to during a scan operation.The
Scan Channel Discovery Alert gives you this
information.
After you have stopped a scan operation, this
feature gives you audio feedback when you select
the last channel that was switched to by the scan
operation.To do this:
Scan List Member Priority
A channel in your scan list may be prioritized (check
with your dealer for details). In such a case, the
radio will check that prioritized channel more
frequently than the other non-prioritized channels.
1. While the radio is on the Nuisance Channel,
press and hold the Scan key until you hear a
tone.
2. Release the Scan key.
1. Press the Scan key to stop the scan
operation.
2. Press the Scan key again to re-start the scan
operation.
1. Stop the scan operation.
2. Turn the Channel Selector to change the
channels.
3. When you reach the last channel the scan
operation switched to, the radio sounds an
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Assuming a scan list with 6 channels, if all your
channels are non-prioritized, the normal scan
operation would check for activity in the following
sequence:
If Channel 2 is prioritized, the scan operation would
change to
NOTE: Even though your radio has switched to a non-
priority channel, your radio will still check for activity on
the priority channel. If some activity is detected there,
the radio will switch to that priority channel.
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BATTERY INFORMATION
Battery Care andTips
This product is powered by a nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd),
nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH), or lithium-ion
rechargeable battery.
The following battery tips will help you obtain the
highest performance and longest cycle life from your
Motorola rechargeable battery.
•Charge your new battery overnight ( 14-16 hrs )
before using it to obtain maximum battery
capacity and performance.
• Charging in non-Motorola equipment may lead
to battery damage and void the battery warranty.
• When charging a battery that is attached to the
radio, turn the radio off to ensure a full charge.
•The battery should be at about 25 ° C/77 ° F (room
temperature) whenever possible. Charging a
cold battery (below 10 ° C/50 ° F) may result in
leakage of electrolyte and ultimately, in failure of
the battery.
• Charging a hot battery (above 35 ° C/95 ° F)
results in reduced discharge capacity, affecting
the performance of the radio.Motorola rapid-rate
battery chargers contain a temperature-sensing
circuit to ensure that the battery is charged
within these temperature limits.
• New batteries can be stored up to two years
without significant cycle loss.Store new/unused
batteries, at room temperature, in cool dry area.
• Batteries which have been in storage should be
charged overnight.
• Do not return fully charged batteries to the
charger for an “extra boost”.This action will
significantly reduce battery life.
• Do not leave your radio and battery in the
charger when not charging.Continuous charging
will shorten battery life.(Do not use your charger
as a radio stand.)
• For optimum battery life and operation use only
Motorola brand chargers.They were designed to
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Recycling or Disposal of Batteries
At the end of its useful life, the NiCd battery
can be recycled.However, recycling
facilities may not be available in all areas.
Motorola endorses and encourages the recycling of all
re-chargeable batteries.Contact your dealer for further
information.
Battery Status
You can check your radio’s battery status by
pressing the programmed Battery Gauge button
(battery status is shown by the LED indicator).
NOTE: If the Battery Gauge indicator does NOT appear,
this indicates that the battery may not be a genuine
Motorola product.
Charging your Battery
When the battery level is very low, you need to
recharge the battery before you can continue to use
your radio.
1. Place the radio with the battery attached or the
battery alone in the charger.
2. The charger’s LED would indicate the charging
progress.
NOTE: Because new batteries or batteries that have not
been used for several months could prematurely indi-
cate full charge (solid green LED), charge the batteries
for 14 to 16 hours prior to initial use to achieve optimal
performance.
Battery
Level LED Indicator
High Green
Satisfactory Yellow
Low Flashing Red
Very Low None
NiCd
LED color Status
Single flash of Green Successful charger power-up.
Flashing Red* Battery is unchargeable.
FlashingYellow Charger is getting ready to
charge.
Red Battery is charging.
Flashing Green
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Battery is 90% charged.
Green Battery is fully charged.
*Remove the battery from charger and use a pencil eraser to
clean the four metal contacts on the bottom of the battery.
Place the battery back into the charger. If the LED indicator
continues to flash red, replace the battery.
†A standard battery may require one hour to charge to 90%
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ACCESSORY INFORMATION
Attaching the Battery
1. Fittheextensionsat
the bottom of the
battery into the
slots at the bottom
of the radio’s body.
2. Press the top part
of the battery
towards the radio
until you hear a
click.
Removing the Battery
Ensure radio is switched off.
1. Slide the battery
latches, on both sides
of the battery, down-
wards.
2. Pull the top part of the
battery away from the
radio’s body, and
remove the battery.
Attaching the Belt Clip
1. Align the grooves of
the belt clip with those
of the battery.
2. Press the belt clip
downwards until a
click is heard.
Removing the Belt
Clip
1. Use a key to press
the belt clip tab
away from the
battery.
2. Slide the belt clip
upwards to
remove it.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Safe and Efficient Operation of Motorola
Two-Way Radios
This section provides information and instructions for
the safe and efficient operation of Motorola Portable
and MobileTwo-Way Radios.
For information regarding radio use in hazardous
areas, please refer to the Factory Mutual (FM)
approval manual supplement or Instruction Card
which is included with radio models that offer this
capability.
ExposureTo Radio Frequency Energy
National and International Standards and
Guidelines
Your MotorolaTwo-Way Radio, which generates and
radiates radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy
(EME) is designed to comply with the following National
and International Standards and Guidelines regarding
exposure of human beings to radio frequency
electromagnetic energy:
• Federal Communications Commission Report and
Order No.FCC 96-326 (August 1996)
•American National Standards Institute
(C95.1 - 1992)
• National Council on Radiation Protection and
Measurements (NCRP - 1986)
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing
Radiation Protection (ICNRP - 1986)
• European Committee for Electrotechnical
Standardisation (CENELEC):
To assure optimal radio performance and that
human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic
energy is within the guidelines set forth in the above
standards, always adhere to the following
procedures:
•ENV.50166-1
1995 E Human Exposure to Electromag- netic Fields Low
Frequency (0Hz to 10kHz)
•ENV.50166-2
1995 E Human Exposure to Electromag- netic Fields High
Frequency (10kHz to 300GHz)
•Proceedings of
SC211/8 1996 Safety Considerations for Human Exposure to E.M.F.s
fromMobileTelecommunications
Equipment (M.T.E.) in the
Frequency Range
30MHz - 6 GHz (E.M.F. -
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Portable Radio Operation and
EME Exposure
When transmitting with a portable radio,
hold the radio in a vertical position with
its microphone 2.5 to 5 cm away from your mouth.
Keep antenna at least 2.5 cm from your head and
body.
If you wear a portableTwo-Way radio on your body,
ensure that the antenna is at least 2.5 cm from your
body when transmitting.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
NOTE: Nearly every electronic device is
susceptible to electromagnetic interference
(EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or
otherwise configured for electromagnetic
compatibility.
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.
When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when
on board an aircraft.Any use of a radio must be in
accordance with airline regulations or crew
instructions.
OperationalWarnings
VehiclesWith an Air Bag
Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air
bag or in the air bag deployment area. Air bags
inflate with great force.If a portable radio is placed
in the air bag deployment area and the air bag
inflates, the radio may be propelled with great force
and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn off your two-way radio when you are in any
area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, unless
it is a radio type especially qualified for use in such
areas (for example, Factory Mutual or CENELEC
Approved). Sparks in a potentially explosive
atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting
in bodily injury or even death.
Batteries
Do not replace or recharge batteries in a potentially
explosive atmosphere. Contact sparking may occur
while installing or removing batteries and cause an
explosion.
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Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting
operations, turn off your radio when you are near
electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area, or in
areas posted:“Turn off two-way radio.” Obey all
signs and instructions.
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
often but not always posted.
Operational Cautions
Damaged Antennas
Do not use any portable two-way radio that has a
damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes
into contact with your skin, a minor burn can result.
Batteries
All batteries can cause property damage and/or
bodily injury such as burns if a conductive material
such as jewellery, keys, or beaded chains touch
exposed terminals.The conductive material may
complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and
become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any
charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a
pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects.
General Radio Care
•The use of chemicals such as
detergents, alcohol, aerosol
sprays, and/or petroleum
products may be harmful to and damage the
radio housing.
• Avoid physical abuse of the radio such as
carrying it by the antenna.
• The accessory connector (if fitted) has a
protective cap which should be left in place when
the connector is not in use.
• Clean the radio exterior using a cloth moistened
with clean water and a mild dishwashing liquid.
• The use of non-approved radio accessories may
damage the radio and invalidate warranty.
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