Motorola Astro APX 3000 User manual

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RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AND PRODUCT SAFETY
GUIDE FOR PORTABLE TWO-WAY RADIOS
APX3000
Before using this radio, read this guide which
contains important operating instructions for
safe usage and RF energy awareness and
control for compliance with applicable standards
and regulations.
ATTENTION!
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IL 60196, U.S.A.
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RF Energy Exposure Awareness and Control Information
and Operational Instructions for Occupational Use
NOTICE: This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions
where users have full knowledge of their exposure and can
exercise control over their exposure to meet the occupational limits
in FCC and International standards. This radio device is NOT
authorized for general population consumer use.
This two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF)
spectrum to provide communications between two or more users over a distance.
It uses radio frequency (RF) energy or radio waves to send and receive calls. RF
energy is one form of electromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are not
limited to, sunlight and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with
these other forms of electromagnetic energy, which when used improperly, can
cause biological damage. Very high levels of x-rays, for example, can damage
tissues and genetic material.
Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry work with
organizations to develop standards for safe exposure to RF energy. These
standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for both workers and the
general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial
margins of protection.
All Motorola two-way radios are designed, manufactured, and tested to ensure
they meet government-established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers
also recommend specific operating instructions to users of two-way radios. These
instructions are important because they inform users about RF energy exposure
and provide simple procedures on how to control it.
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Please refer to the following websites for more information on what RF energy
exposure is and how to control your exposure to assure compliance with
established RF exposure limits:
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html
www.who.int/en/
www.motorolasolutions.com/rfhealth
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Regulations
When two-way radios are used as a consequence of employment, the FCC
requires users to be fully aware of and able to control their exposure to meet
occupational requirements. Exposure awareness can be facilitated by the use of
a product label directing users to specific user awareness information. Your
Motorola two-way radio has a RF Exposure Product Label. Also, your Motorola
user manual, or separate safety booklet includes information and operating
instructions required to control your RF exposure and to satisfy compliance
requirements.
Compliance with RF Exposure Standards
Your Motorola two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of
national and International standards and guidelines (listed below) for human
exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy. This radio complies with
the IEEE (FCC) and ICNIRP exposure limits for occupational/controlled RF
exposure environments at operating duty factors of up to 50% talk-50%
listen and is approved for occupational use only. In terms of measuring RF
energy for compliance with these exposure guidelines, your radio generates
measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking), not
when it is receiving (listening) or in standby mode.
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NOTE: The approved batteries, supplied with this radio, are rated for a 5-5-90 duty
factor (5% talk-5% listen-90% standby) even though this radio complies
with FCC occupational exposure limits and may operate at duty factors of
up to 50% talk.
Your Motorola two-way radio complies with the following RF energy
exposure standards and guidelines:
• United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Code of Federal
Regulations; 47 CFR et seq. & FCC, OET Bulletin 65
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP)
• Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6 & Industry Canada RSS-102
• Australian Communications Authority Radiocommunications Standard et seq.
• ANATEL ANNEX to Resolution No. 303 et seq.
RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines and Operating
Instructions for Two-Way Radio Operations
To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the occupational/controlled
environment exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedures.
• DO NOT remove the RF Exposure Label from the device.
• User awareness instructions should accompany device when transferred to
other users.
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Two-Way Radio Operation
•Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time. To transmit
(talk), push the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button. To receive calls, release the PTT
button. The PTT button may reside on the radio itself or may be hosted on
approved wired or wireless (for example, a Bluetooth enabled remote Push-
to-Talkbutton) accessories. Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is
important because this radio generates measurable RF energy exposure
only when transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards compliance).
NOTE: RF exposures decrease with increasing distance from the antenna.
• Body Worn Operation. When worn on the body, always place the radio in a
Motorola-approved clip and carry holster for this product. Using approved
body-worn accessories is important because the use of
non-Motorola-approved accessories may result in exposure level, which
exceed the occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits.
•Use only Motorola-approved supplied or replacement antennas, batteries, and
audio accessories. Use of non-Motorola-approved antennas, batteries, and
accessories may exceed the applicable RF exposure guidelines (iEEE,
ICNIRP orFCC).
• For a list of Motorola-approved accessories for your radio model, visit the
following website: http://www.motorolasolutions.com/governmentandenterprise
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Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
NOTE: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic
interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed, or otherwise
configured for electromagnetic compatibility.
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.
Aircraft
When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when on board an aircraft. Any use of
a radio must be in accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew
instructions.
Medical Devices
Pacemakers
The Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed) recommends that a
minimum separation of 6 inches (15 centimeters) be maintained between a
handheld wireless radio and a pacemaker. These recommendations are
consistent with those of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Persons with pacemakers should:
• ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 centimeters) from their
pacemaker when the radio is turned ON.
• Not carry the radio in the breast pocket.
• Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference.
• Turn the radio OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that
interference is taking place.
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Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of
such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to
discuss alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your
device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your physician
may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Use of Communication Devices While Driving
Always check the laws and regulations on the use of radios in the areas where
you drive.
• Give full attention to driving and to the road.
• Use hands-free operation, if available.
• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call, if driving
conditions or regulations so require.
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Acoustic Safety
Exposure to loud noises from any source for extended periods of time may
temporarily or permanently affect your hearing. The louder the radio's volume, the
less time is required before your hearing could be affected. Hearing damage from
loud noise is sometimes undetectable at first and can have a cumulative effect.
To protect your hearing:
• Use the lowest volume necessary to do your job.
• Turn up the volume only if you are in noisy surroundings.
• Turn down the volume before adding headset or earpiece.
• Limit the amount of time you use headsets or earpieces at high volume.
Operational Warnings
For Vehicle With Air Bags:
Refer to vehicle manufacturer's manual prior to installation of
electronic equipment to avoid interference with air bag wiring.
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.
WARNING
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Operational Warnings (Continued)
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
(Explosive atmospheres refers to hazard classified locations that
may contain hazardous gas, vapors, or dusts.)
Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially
explosive atmosphere unless it is a portable radio type especially
qualified for use in such areas as Intrinsically Safe (for example,
Factory Mutual, CSA, UL, or CENELEC).
DO NOT remove, install, or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks
in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or
fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
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, and areas where the air
contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal
powders. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often,
but not always, posted.
Blasting Caps and Blasting 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.
WARNING
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Operational Cautions
Intrinsically Safe Radio Information
The Intrinsically safe approval unit refers to a product that has been approved as
intrinsically safe by an approval agency (for example FM Approvals, CSA, UL, or
Cenelec) and certifies that a particular product meets the Agency's applicable
intrinsic safety standards for specific types of hazardous classified locations. A
portable radio that has been approved for intrinsic safety will have Approval label
attached to the radio to identify the unit as being Approved for specified
hazardous atmospheres. This label specifies the hazardous Class/Division/Group
along with the part number of the battery that must be used. The Intrinsically Safe
Approval Label will be located on the portable radio unit.
Antennas
DO NOT use any portable 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 jewelry, keys, or beaded chains
touches 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.
Caution
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