Motorola P160 Series User manual

P160/P165/P180/P185 Series
P185
P165
P160 P180
Radio User Guide
*6878279A01*
6878279A01-A

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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
Computer Software Copyrights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Radio Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
LED Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
LCD Display and Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Programmable Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Attaching and Removing the Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Attaching and Removing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Attaching and Removing the Belt Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Charging Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Deleting a Nuisance Scan Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Dual Tone Multiple Frequency (DTMF) Features . 15
Voice Selective Call and Call Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Transmitting a Voice Selective Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Transmitting a Call Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Receiving a Voice Selective Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Receiving a Call Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Transmitting and Receiving a PTT ID . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Phone Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Voice Operated Transmit (VOX) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
To Start the VOX Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
To Disable the VOX Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
To Re-enable the VOX Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Voice Inversion Scrambling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
To Enable and Disable the Scrambling Mode . . . . . . .19
To Change the Scrambling Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Front Panel Programming Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Entering Front Panel Programming Mode . . . . . . . . . .20
Exiting Front Panel Programming Mode . . . . . . . . . . .20
Assessing Front Panel Programming Mode
Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

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COMPUTER SOFTWARE
COPYRIGHTS
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COMPUTER SOFTWARE
COPYRIGHTS
The Motorola products described in this manual may
include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored
in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the
United States and other countries preserve for Motorola
certain exclusive rights for copyrighted computer
programs, including, but not limited to, the exclusive right
to copy or reproduce in any form the copyrighted
computer program. Accordingly, any copyrighted
Motorola computer programs contained in the Motorola
products described in this manual may not be copied,
reproduced, modified, reverse-engineered, or distributed
in any manner without the express written permission of
Motorola.
Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola products shall not
be deemed to grant either directly or by implication,
estoppel, or otherwise, any license under the copyrights,
patents or patent applications of Motorola, except for the
normal non-exclusive license to use that arises by
operation of law in the sale of a product.

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SAFETY
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SAFETY
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 6864117B25) to
ensure compliance with RF energy exposure limits.
Before using this product, read the
operating instructions for safe usage
contained in the Product Safety and RF
Exposure booklet enclosed with your radio.
Risk of explosion could happen if battery is
replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of
any used batteries according to
instructions.
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Notes

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RADIO OVERVIEW
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RADIO OVERVIEW
11 Front Programmable Buttons
10 Left/Right Button
8 Accessory Connector
12 Alphanumeric Keypad
9 Programming Port
4 Microphone
3 Speaker
P180/P185 Full Keypad Radio
6 Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button
5 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
2 LED Indicator
1 On/Off and Volume Knob
7 Side Programmable
Buttons

RADIO OVERVIEW
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1. On/Off and Volume Knob
Turn the ON/OFF/Volume Control knob clockwise to turn
the radio ON.
Turn the ON/OFF/Volume Control knob
counterclockwise to turn the radio OFF.
Turn this knob clockwise to increase the volume.
Turn this knob counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
2. LED Indicator
Indicates radio transmit, receive, scan and monitor status,
as well as receipt of a selective call or call alert. Refer to
"LED Colors" on page 5 for more information.
3. Speaker
Receives audio messages through the speaker.
4. Microphone
Speak into the microphone when sending messages.
5. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
An 8 character single line display with up to 10 radio
status icons. Refer to "LCD Display and Icons" on page 6
for more details.
6. Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button
Press and speak to microphone to send message.
Release and listen to receive messages.
Note: If a channel is programmed with the Busy Channel
Lockout feature, the user can only transmit if the
channel is not in receiving mode.
7. Side Programmable Buttons
Refer to "Programmable Buttons" on page 7 for more
details.
8. Accessory Connector
2.5 mm audio in port and 3.5 mm audio out port are used
to connect compatible accessories to the radio.
9. Programming Port
2.5 mm audio in lower port used by dealer to program the
radio.
10. Left/Right Button
Used to navigate menu, sub-menu or parameter
selections in front panel programming mode.
11. Front Programmable Buttons
Refer to "Programmable Buttons" on page 7 for more
details.
12. Alphanumeric Keypad
Allows alphanumeric entry in the front panel programming
and numeric entry in Dual Tone Multiple Frequency
(DTMF) dialing or phone mode.

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RADIO OVERVIEW
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10 Left/Right Button
11 Front Programmable Buttons
1 On/Off and Volume Knob
2 LED Indicator
3 Speaker
4 Microphone
5 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
6 Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button
7 Side Programmable
Buttons
P160/P165 Limited Keypad Radio
9 Programming Port
8 Accessory Connector

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1. On/Off and Volume Knob
Used to select channels in normal radio operation mode.
Turn the ON/OFF/Volume Control knob clockwise to turn
the radio ON.
Turn the ON/OFF/Volume Control knob
counterclockwise to turn the radio OFF.
Turn this knob clockwise to increase the volume.
Turn this knob counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
2. LED Indicator
Indicates radio transmit, receive, scan and monitor status,
as well as receipt of a selective call or call alert. Refer to
"LED Colors" on page 5 for more information.
3. Speaker
Receives audio messages through the speaker.
4. Microphone
Speak into the microphone when sending messages.
5. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
An 8 character single line display with up to 10 radio
status icons. Refer to "LCD Display and Icons" on page 6
for more details.
6. Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button
Press and speak to microphone to send message.
Release and listen to receive messages.
Note: If a channel is programmed with the Busy Channel
Lockout feature, the user can only transmit if the
channel is not in receiving mode.
7. Side Programmable Buttons
Refer to "Programmable Buttons" on page 7 for more
details.
8. Accessory Connector
2.5 mm audio in port and 3.5 mm audio out port are used
to connect compatible accessories to the radio.
9. Programming Port
2.5 mm audio in lower port used by dealer to program the
radio.
10. Left/Right Button
Used to navigate menu, sub-menu or parameter
selections in front panel programming mode.
11. Front Programmable Buttons
Refer to "Programmable Buttons" on page 7 for more
details.

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LED Colors
LED Color State Indication
Green Illuminated Radio is transmitting in
normal mode.
Radio is transmitting in
Scrambling Mode.
Normal Blinking Radio is receiving in normal
mode.
Channel is busy.
Radio passed self-test
during powering up.
Amber Illuminated Monitor activated.
Permanent Sticky Monitor
activated.
Selective Call received.
Normal Blinking Radio is in active Scan
Mode.
Radio is receiving in
Scrambling Mode.
Fast Blinking Call Alert received.
Red Normal Blinking Radio is transmitting in
normal mode while battery is
low.
Radio is transmitting in
Scrambling Mode while
battery is low.
Fast Blinking Radio failed self-test during
powering up.

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LCD Display and Icons
Displays selected channel, programming parameters, status
messages and any error or information messages.
LCD
Indicator Description Function
Signal Strength
Indicator
Shows the signal strength. More
bars indicate a stronger signal
received by radio.
Power Level
Indicator
“L” illuminates to indicate radio is
configured to transmit in low
power; “H” illuminates when radio
transmits in high power.
Talkaround
Indicator
Illuminates when radio is not
transmitting through the repeater.
Monitor
Indicator
Illuminates when monitoring a
selected channel.
Scan Indicator Blinks without dot when normal
scan is activated.
Illuminates without dot when
there is some activity on a
non-priority channel.
Illuminates with dot blinking to
indicate that there is some
activity on the priority channel.
LCD
Indicator Description Function
Voice Inversion
Scrambling
Indicator
Illuminates when Scrambling
Mode is on.
Phone Mode
Indicator
Illuminates when Phone Mode is
selected.
Programming
Mode Indicator
Illuminates when Programming
Mode is on.
Keypad Lock
Indicator
Illuminates when keypad is
locked.
Battery Level
Indicator
Shows remaining charge in
battery based on how many bars
(1 – 3) are displayed. Blinks
when the battery is low.

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Programmable Buttons
The programmable buttons consist of:
• Side Programmable Button 1
• Side Programmable Button 2
• Front Programmable Button 1
• Front Programmable Button 2
• Front Programmable Button 3
The following functions can be assigned as short press i.e
press and release; or long press i.e. press and hold for more
than 1 second.
Button Function
Backlight Toggles backlight display between ON and
OFF.
Call Alert Initiates Call Alert.
Channel Alias Toggles display between Channel Number
and Channel Alias.
Keypad Lock Locks or unlocks all buttons except PTT, Side
Programmable Button 1, Side Programmable
Button 2 and ON/OFF/Volume Knob.
Applicable for Long Press only.
Button Function
Monitor Monitors the channel for any activity as long
as the button is pressed.
Nuisance
Channel Delete
Removes unwanted channel(s) temporarily
from scan list during Scan. Applicable for Long
Press only.
Phone Mode Enables or disables Phone feature for the
selected channel.
TPL/DPL Enable Enables or disables radio from requiring
matching TPL/DPL to unsquelch.
Power Level Selects required power level: High or Low.
Prime Channel Enables quick move to the selected Prime
Channel.
PTT ID Enable Enables or disables PTT ID sent on PTT
press.
Reverse Burst Selects the Reverse Burst Type: None, 180 or
240.
Channel Scan Starts or stops Channel Scan.
Scrambling Code
Select
Toggles between the two scrambling codes
available.
Scrambling
Enable/Disable
Enables or disables scrambling feature for the
selected channel. Applicable for Long Press
only.
Selective Call Initiates Selective Call.
Squelch Level Selects desired squelch level: Normal or Tight.

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The default functions assigned to your radio are described in
the table below.
If your dealer has reprogrammed your radio’s programmable
buttons, you may want to write down the new functions in the
table below.
Button Function
Sticky Monitor Toggles the permanent monitor function until
the button is pressed again. Applicable for
Long Press only.
Talkaround/
Repeater Mode
Enables toggle between repeater and
talkaround mode operations.
Unassigned No function is programmed to this button.
Volume Set Controls the audio level. The button emits a
continuous tone to indicate the current volume
level. To change volume level, turn the volume
knob to the desired level while pressing the
programmable button. Applicable for Long
Press only.
VOX Enables or disables VOX feature for the
selected channel.
Press
Type Side Button 1 Side Button 2 Front Button 1 Front Button 2 Front Button 3
Short
Press Unassigned Unassigned Monitor Power
Level
Unassigned
Long
Press Unassigned Unassigned Unassigned Unassigned Unassigned
Press
Type Side Button 1 Side Button 2 Front Button 1 Front Button 2 Front Button 3
Short
Press
Long
Press

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GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
Attaching and Removing the Antenna
To Attach Antenna
To Remove Antenna
Antenna Connector
Threaded End
of Antenna
1. Fasten the antenna to the radio by placing the
threaded end of the antenna into the Antenna
Connector.
2. Rotate the antenna clockwise until tight.
1. Turn the antenna in a counterclockwise direction until
it disengages from the radio.

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GETTING STARTED
Attaching and Removing the Battery To Attach Battery
To Remove Battery
Battery Slots
Grooves
Battery
Latch
1. Fit the battery slots with the grooves on the radio.
2. Slide the battery upwards until a click is heard.
1. Slide the battery latch away from the radio.
2. Slide the battery downwards.
3. Pull the battery away from the radio.

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GETTING STARTED
Attaching and Removing the Belt Clip To Attach Belt Clip
To Remove Belt Clip
Release Tab
Mounting Grooves
1. Align mounting rails of the belt clip with the grooves
of the radio.
2. Slide the belt clip downwards until it clicks into place.
1. Safely insert a flat tool between the release tab and
the back surface of the radio.
2. Lift the release tab.
3. Slide the belt clip upwards.

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GETTING STARTED
Charging the Battery
Refer to picture below for the battery insert visual guide line.
1. Turn the radio OFF when charging battery.Make sure
the radio is OFF.
2. Plug the power supply into an electric outlet.
3. Connect the power supply output cord connector into
the rear of the Desktop Charging Tray.
4. The LED on the charger blinks green once to indicate
charger is turned ON.
5. Insert a battery, or a radio with a battery into the
charger’s pocket by:
aligning the groove on each side of the battery
with the corresponding raised rail on each side of
the charger pocket
OR
pressing the battery towards the rear of the
pocket
OR
sliding the battery into the charger pocket,
ensuring complete contact between the charger
and battery contacts.
6. The charger’s LED color will indicate the battery
charging status. (See Charging Status on page 13).
Battery insert visual guide line
Battery Charging Tray

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GETTING STARTED
Charging Status
Note: To get the maximum use from a new battery, charge it
overnight (12 to 16 hours) before using the battery for the
first time. The typical time needed to completely charge
the discharged battery is estimated within 2.5 to 5 hours
depending on its cell chemistry. Once the charger LED
turns solid green, the charging process is done.
LED Color Charging Status
Solid Red Charging
Blinking Red Battery Fault
Solid Green Charge Complete
Blinking Green Trickle Charging
Single Green Blink Power On
Blinking Yellow Waiting to Charge

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SCAN
SCAN
Scan allows you to monitor multiple channels and receive calls
that are transmitted on them.
Two types of scan are supported: Normal Scan and Priority
Scan. Normal Scan searches all channels sequentially in the
radio’s scan list, whereas Priority Scan allocates 50% of the
scanning time to the Priority Channel (the first channel in the
designated scan list).
During scan, when activity is detected that meets the
unsquelch condition, the radio stops scanning and switches to
that channel; the Gindicator is illuminated, and the channel
number is displayed. When no activity is detected for a pre-set
time, the radio resumes scanning.
If your radio has switched to a non-priority channel during
priority scan, it still checks for activity on the priority channel. If
activity is detected there, the radio switches to the priority
channel.
The radio transmits on the Home Channel, if PTT is pressed
during scanning. If the radio stops scanning, and changes to a
particular channel, all transmit and receive activities are
performed on that channel.
• Press the Scan button to begin channel scanning. The G
indicator blinks to indicate that the radio is scanning. The
LCD screen shows the Home Channel where the scan
began.
• Press Scan button to stop scanning.
Deleting a Nuisance Scan Channel
A channel with unwanted activity is called a Nuisance
Channel. You can remove a Nuisance Channel from the scan
list temporarily. To remove a Nuisance Channel
• Press the Nuisance Channel Delete programmable button,
when your radio stops on a Nuisance Channel. A high-
pitched tone is heard.
You cannot remove the Home or Priority Channel from the
scan list. If attempted, a low-pitched tone is heard, and no
action is taken.
To reinstate the deleted channel(s) into the scan list, restart
scan, or simply turn off your radio and turn it on again.
Ch. 2 Ch. 3 Ch. 4
Ch. 1
Ch. 15
Ch. 14
Ch. 16
Home
Normal Scan
Start
Ch. 2 Ch. 1 Ch. 3
Ch. 1
Ch. 16
Ch. 1
Ch. 1
Home
Start
Priority Scan
Channel 1 Prioritized