Motorola CP100 User manual

CP100
Commercial Series
Two-Way Radio User Guide
Series Commerciales
Guide de I'Usager de Radio
Bidirectionnelle
CP100
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Table of Contents
Product Safety and RF Exposure
Compliance...............................i
Introduction...................................1
Package Contents.......................1
Canada License............................3
General Information....................3
The License Application..............3
Getting Started..............................8
Installing the Swivel Belt
Holster ....................................8
Installing the Nickel-Metal
Hydride Battery .......................9
Charging the CP100 Radio ......10
Turning Your Radio On or Off...11
Adjusting the Volume................11
Using the Radio ........................11
Basic Operation .......................12
Understanding the Display........13
Battery and Charging Options ..14
NiMH Battery.............................14
Alkaline Batteries......................14
Charging with the Drop-in
Charging Tray (NNTN4019)...15
Reading the Battery Meter........16
Battery Life................................16
CP100 Factory Defaults.............17
Talking and Receiving...............18
Signal Strength Indicator
Channel Busy........................18
Talk Range...............................18
Keypad Lock.............................19
Hands-Free Use/VOX ..............19
With Compatible VOX
Accessories...........................19
Without Accessories.................20
Setting VOX Sensitivity ............20
Monitoring a Channel...............21
Scanning .................................21
Programming Features..............23
Entering Programming Mode ...23
Programming a Channel ..........24
Programming the Frequency....24
Programming the Interference
Eliminator Code.....................25
Assigning Channels to Presets 25
Programming the Scramble
Feature..................................26
(2-watt models only).................26
Programming Bandwidth
(when allowable)...................26
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Programming the Available
Channel ................................ 27
Programming Call Tones ........ 27
Programming Microphone
Gain...................................... 28
Editing the Scan List ................ 29
Cloning..................................... 29
Advanced Features ................... 31
Troubleshooting ....................... 33
Use and Care.............................. 36
Frequency and Code Charts..... 37
Verifying the SP21 Frequency
and Code Setting.................. 41
Motorola Limited Warranty....... 42
Software Copyright Notice ....... 48
Patent Notice ........................... 48
Export Law Assurances ........... 49
Replacement Parts .................... 50
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Product Safety and RF Exposure Compliance
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Product Safety and RF Exposure Compliance
ATTENTION!
This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy
exposure requirements. Before using this product, read the RF energy awareness
information and operating instructions in the Product Safety and RF Exposure
booklet enclosed with your radio (Motorola Publication part number 68P81095C98)
to ensure compliance with RF energy exposure limits.
For a list of Motorola-approved antennas, batteries, and other accessories, visit the
following web site which lists approved accessories: http://www.motorola.com/cgiss/
index.shtml.
Before using this product, read the operating instructions for safe
usage contained in the Product Safety and RF Exposure booklet
enclosed with your radio.
!
C a u t i o n
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Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Motorola CP100 Radio. Your radio is a product of
Motorola’s 70 plus years of experience as a world leader in the designing and
manufacturing of communications equipment. The CP100 radios provide cost-
effective communications for businesses such as retail stores, restaurants, schools,
construction sites, manufacturing, property and hotel management and more.
Motorola two-way radios are the perfect communications solution for all of today’s
fast-paced industries.
Note: Please read this manual carefully to ensure you know how to properly
operate the radio before use.
Package Contents
•Radio
• Swivel Belt Holster
• NiMH Battery
• 10-Hour Charger
• User's Guide
• Accessory Brochure
•WarrantyCard
• Drop-In Charging Tray (not included with all models)
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Introduction
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For a copy of a large-print version of this guide, or for product-related questions,
please contact:
1-800-927-2744 in the USA/Canada
1-888-390-6456 on your TTY (Text Telephone)
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Canada License
Canada License
General Information
Your Motorola radio operates on FM radio communication frequencies and is subject
to the Rules and Regulations of Industry Canada. Industry Canada requires that all
operators using Private Land Mobile frequencies obtain a radio license before
operating their equipment.
An application for your Industry Canada license is made on the form included with
your radio. Additional forms can be obtained from the nearest Industry Canada
District office. A list of these offices is included for your information.
The License Application
General Instructions
1. Fill in the items as per the instructions. If you need additional space for any item,
use the reverse side of the application.
2. Be sure to use a typewriter or print legibly.
3. Make a copy for your files.
4. Prepare a cheque or money order, made out to the “Receiver General for
Canada”, for an amount, which is on the following schedule, for each radio
purchased. (Licenses are valid until April 1st of each year, and then renewed.
Refer to the following table for application fees for each month.)
5. Mail your completed application, along with your cheque or money order to the
closest Industry Canada District office, according to the list on pages 5 through
7.
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Canada License
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Note: These fees are subject to change without notice.
The annual renewal fee is $41.
Month of
Application Initial Fee Month of Application Initial Fee Month of Application Initial Fee
April $53 August $40 December $26
May $50 September $36 January $23
June $46 October $33 February $20
July $43 November $29 March $16
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Canada License
ONTARIO REGION
Kenora
District Office
Suite 107
100 Park Street
Kenora, Ontario
P9N 3W9
Tel.: [phone] / (807)
468-1610
Fax: [phone]
North Bay
District Office
Suite 200
107 Shirreff Avenue
North Bay, Ontario
P1B 7K8
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Ottawa
Headquarters
C.D. Howe Building
235 Queen Street
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0H5
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Sault Ste. Marie
District Office
Suite 600
Roberta Bondar Place
70 Foster Drive
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
P6A 6V4
Toll-free: 1-877-333-6673
Fax: [phone]
Sudbury
District Office
Suite 307
19 Lisgar Street
Sudbury, Ontario
P3E 3L4
Tel.: [phone]
Toll-free: 1-877-333-6673
Fax: [phone]
Thunder Bay
District Office
244 Lincoln Street
Thunder Bay, Ontario
P7B 5L2
Tel.: [phone]
Toll-free: 1-877-333-6673
Fax: [phone]
Timmins
District Office
The 101 Mall
38 Pine Street North, Unit
112
Timmins, Ontario
P4N 6K6
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Toronto
District Office
4th Floor
151 Yonge Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5C 2W7
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
CENTRAL REGION
Calgary
District Office
Suite 400
639 – 5th Avenue S.W.
Calgary, Alberta
T2P 0M9
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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Canada License
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Edmonton
District Office
9700 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, Alta.
T5J 4C3
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
Iqaluit
District Office
Qimugjuk Building, Building
969
P.O Box 1750
Iqaluit, Nunavut
X0A 0H0
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Regina
District Office
Suite 600
945 Hamilton Street
Regina, Saskatchewan
S4P 2C7
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Saskatoon
District Office
7th Floor
123 Second Avenue South
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7K 7E6
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Yellowknife
District Office
Suite 401
4920 – 52nd Street
Yellowknife, Northwest
Territories
X1A 3T1
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
PACIFIC REGION
Vancouver
Lower Mainland District
Office
Suite 2000
300 West Georgia Street
Vancouver, British Columbia
V6B 6E1
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Whitehorse
Yukon District Office
Suite 205
300 Main Street
Whitehorse, Yukon
Y1A 2B5
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
ATLANTIC REGION
Charlettetown
District Office
2nd Floor
100 Sydney Street
P.O. Box 40
Charlottetown, Prince
Edward Island
C1A 7K2
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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Canada License
Halifax
District Office
Suite 1605
1505 Barrington Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3J 2V9
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 940, Station "M"
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3J 2V9
Moncton
District Office
4th Floor, Unit 103
1045 Main Street
Moncton, New Brunswick
E1C 1H1
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
St. John’s
District Office
10th Floor
John Cabot Building
10 Barter's Hill
P.O. Box 8950
St.John's,Newfoundlandand
Labrador
A1B 3R9
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
QUEBEC REGION
Montreal
7th Floor
5 Place Ville-Marie
Montreal, Quebec
H3B 2G2
Tel.: [phone]
Toll-free: 1-888-237-3037
Fax: [phone]
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Getting Started
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Getting Started
This User’s Guide covers several CP100 models, and may detail some features your
radio does not have. Your model number is shown on the inside of the radio and can
been seen by removing the battery.
Installing the Swivel Belt Holster
1. Slide the bottom of radio into the holster until it snaps into
place.
2. To remove, push the tab above the battery door and pull the
radio from holster.
Note: In case of loss, please contact your point-of-sale or call
1-800-422-4210 to request replacement part number
NNTN4106.
CP100
NNTN4106 Swivel
Belt Holster
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Getting Started
Installing the Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery
Your radio is powered by an NiMH
battery, which provides up to 15 hours*
of usage. Before you install the battery,
mark the date in the "INSTALL DATE"
section with a permanent marker. As in
vehicles, all rechargable batteries lose
capacity over time.
1. Push and hold down the ribbed
latch on the bottom of the radio
toward the contacts, then slide and
lift the battery door off.
2. With the Motorola logo side up, and
the charge contacts facing the
bottom of the radio, insert the top of
the battery into the radio.
3. Push the battery up and into the
battery compartment to fit tightly
into place.
4. Slide and snap the battery door into
place.
*Based upon 5% transmit/ 5% receive/
90% standby (standard duty cycle).
Ribbed
Latch
1
2
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Charging the CP100 Radio
Charge the NiMH battery for 16 hours before using
it for the first time. It will only need up to eight hours
of charging thereafter.
1. Make sure the radio is off.
2. Lift the accessory cover and plug the charger
(NNTN4077) into the lower jack.
3. Plug the charger into a power outlet. The light
on the charger glows during charging.
Note: For optimum battery life, do not charge the
battery for prolonged periods after it is fully
charged. Charging the battery over the
weekend is acceptable.
If the radio is on while charging, additional
time is required to charge the battery.
Use only the charger supplied with the
radio, or other CP100 power accessories.
See “Battery and Charging Options” on
page 11.
CP100
Light
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Getting Started
Turning Your Radio On or Off
Turn Pclockwise for On or counterclockwise for Off.
The radio chirps and the display briefly shows all features and display
segments of your CP100 radio.
Then the radio displays the current channel (larger number in the
center) and the frequency assigned to that channel (on right).
The interference eliminator code displays briefly. Then the current
channel remains displayed.
The transmit light on the front left of the radio flashes every three
seconds when the radio is on.
Adjusting the Volume
You can set the volume by turning P.
Note: Do not hold the radio too close to your ear when adjusting the
volume or if it is at a high setting.
Using the Radio
1. Press and hold Qto check for channel activity. If you hear static, the channel is
clear to use. Do not transmit if someone is speaking on the channel. Press Q
again to stop monitoring the channel.
2. Press and hold Mand speak into the microphone. To maximize clarity, hold the
radio two-to-three inches away from your mouth.
Note: The transmit light on the front left of the radio lights red when transmitting.
3. Release Mand listen for messages.
k
218
188
c
Frequency
Code
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Basic Operation
Indicator Light
Use Bto:
Transmit call tone
Use Mto:
Talk
Exit a menu
Use \to:
Lock the keypad
Scroll through available menus
Use T/ Sto:
*Access presets
Microphone
Use Pto:
Turn power on/off
Adjust radio volume
Use Accessory Jack
for:
Radio plug-in charging
Audio accessories
Use Jto:
Monitor the frequency
Turn scan on/off*
Use [and ]to:
Change channels*
Change menu settings
Speaker
CP100
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Getting Started
Understanding the Display
Keypad Lock
Scramble
Signal Strength
Frequency Indicator
VOX/Microphone Gain
Battery Meter
Channel
Programming Frequency and Interference
Eliminator Code
(2-Watt Models Only)
Mode
Scan
1
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Battery and Charging Options
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Battery and Charging Options
You have several battery and charging options on your CP100 Two-Way Radio.
NiMH Battery
See “Installing the Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery” on page 9.
Alkaline Batteries
Your radio can also use 4 AA batteries; alkaline cells provide up to 24
hours* of radio use.
1. Push the ribbed latch on the bottom of the radio away from the
battery door.
2. Slide and lift the battery door off.
3. Place the AA batteries matching the markings in the compartment.
4. Slide and snap the battery door into place.
5. Press \until Aor nflashes.
6. Press [or ]to select Afor alkaline batteries, or nfor
rechargeable AA cells.
Note: This menu does not appear if the Motorola NiMH Battery is in
use.
*Please refer to the diagram and Battery Life on page 16.
CP100
A
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