Motorola CP100 User manual

CP100
Commercial Series
Two-Way Radio User Guide
CP100

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Table of Contents
Product Safety and RF Exposure
Compliance...............................i
Introduction...................................1
FCC Licensing Information..........3
Getting Started..............................5
Installing the Swivel Belt
Holster ....................................5
Installing the Nickel-Metal
Hydride Battery .......................6
Charging the CP100 Radio ........7
Turning Your Radio On or Off.....8
Adjusting the Volume..................8
Using the Radio ..........................8
Understanding the Display........10
Battery and Charging Options ..11
NiMH Battery.............................11
Alkaline Batteries......................11
Charging with the Drop-in
Charging Tray (NNTN4019)...12
Reading the Battery Meter........13
Battery Life................................13
CP100 Factory Defaults .............14
Talking and Receiving...............15
Signal Strength Indicator/
Channel Busy........................15
Talk Range...............................15
Keypad Lock.............................16
Hands-Free Use/VOX ..............16
With Compatible VOX
Accessories...........................16
Without Accessories.................17
Setting VOX Sensitivity ............17
Monitoring a Channel...............18
Scanning (15 ch models only)..18
Programming Features..............20
Entering Programming Mode ...20
Programming a Channel
(15 ch models only)...............21
Programming the Frequency....21
Programming the Interference
Eliminator Code.....................22
Assigning Channels to Presets
(15 Ch Models Only).............22
Programming the Scramble
Feature..................................23
Programming Bandwidth (when
FCC allowable)......................23
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Programming the Available Channel
(15 Ch Models Only)............. 24
Programming Call Tones ........ 24
Programming Microphone
Gain...................................... 25
Editing the Scan List
(15 Ch Models Only)............. 26
Cloning..................................... 26
Advanced Features ................... 28
Troubleshooting ....................... 30
Use and Care.............................. 33
Frequencies and Bandwidths... 34
Verifying the SP21 Radio
Frequency and Code
Setting................................... 40
Motorola Limited Warranty....... 41
Software Copyright Notice ....... 47
Patent Notice ........................... 47
Export Law Assurances ........... 48
Replacement Parts .................... 49
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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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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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FCC Licensing Information
FCC
FCC Licensing Information
CP100 two-way radios operate on radio frequencies that are regulated by the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC). In order to transmit on these
frequencies, you are required to have a license issued by the FCC.
Application is made available on FCC Form 601 and Schedules D, H, and
Remittance Form 159.
To obtain these FCC forms please request document 000601 which includes all
forms and instructions. If you wish to have the document faxed, mailed or have
questions, please use the following contact information.
Before filling out your application, you must decide which frequency(ies) you can
operate on. See Frequencies and Bandwidths.
For questions on determining your radio frequency, please call Motorola Product
Services at: 1-800-927-2744.
Faxed
contact the Fax-On-
Demand system at:
Mailed
call the FCC forms
hotline at:
Questions
regarding FCC license
contact the FCC at:
1-202-418-0177 1-800-418-FORM
1-800-418-3676 1-888-CALL-FCC
1-888-225-5322
Or: http://www.fcc.gov
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FCC
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola may void the user’s
authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio and should not be made. To
comply with FCC requirements, transmitter adjustments should be made only by or
under the supervision of a person certified as technically qualified to perform
transmitter maintenance and repairs in the private land mobile and fixed services as
certified by an organization representative of the user of those services.
Replacement of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not
authorized by the FCC equipment authorization for this radio could violate FCC
rules.
Note: Use of this radio outside the country where it was intended to be distributed
is subject to government regulations and may be prohibited.
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Getting Started
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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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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Getting Started
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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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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Getting Started
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
* 15 channel models only
CP100
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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
(15-Ch. Models Only)
Scan
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Battery and Charging Options
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 6.
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 13.
CP100
A
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Charging with the Drop-in Charging Tray
(NNTN4019)
(Not included with all models)
1. Place the drop-in charging tray on a flat
surface.
2. Insert the plug of the 10-hour charger
into the jack of the drop-in charging tray.
3. Plug the charger into a power outlet.
Insert the battery or radio into the tray with
the Motorola logo or radio front facing the
front of the charger and the contacts facing
down.
Note: To extend battery life, do not
overcharge. Charging the battery
over the weekend is acceptable.
If the radio is on while charging, it
will take longer to fully charge.
Use only the charger supplied with the radio, or other CP100 radio power
accessories.
You can charge only one radio or battery at a time.
Tips: The radio can remain in the holster while charging.
Drop-in
charging tray 10-Hour charger
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Battery and Charging Options
Reading the Battery Meter
The battery meter located in the upper left corner of display indicates how much
battery power you have remaining.
Battery Life
Battery Type 3 Bars 2 Bars 1 Bar Flashing
db c m
NiMH 100%-85% 85%-25% 25%-10% Final 10%
AA Alkaline 100%-75% 75%-40% 40%-10% Final 10%
Watts NiMH Alkaline
2 13 Hours 22 Hours
1 15 Hours 24 Hours
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CP100 Factory Defaults
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CP100 Factory Defaults
Your CP100 radio is programmed at the factory. If you need to change settings, refer
to Programming Features on page 20 and frequency list starting on page 34.
To restore your radio to factory default programming, turn the radio on while holding
the Mand \for three seconds.
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