Motorola RDM2070d User manual

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CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Batteries and Chargers Safety Information 2
Operational Safety Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
FCC Licensing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Regulation on MURS (
Multi-Use Radio Service) Frequencies . . . . . .5
Radio Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Parts of the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
On/Off/Volume Knob. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Accessory Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Model Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
LED Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Front Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Side Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery . . . . . . . . 8
Battery Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
About the Li-Ion Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Battery Recycling and Disposal . . . . . . . . 9
Installing the Lithium-Ion
(Li-Ion) Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Removing the Lithium-Ion
(Li-Ion) Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installing Spring Action Belt Clip . . . . . . 11
Power Supply, Adaptor and
Drop-in Tray Charger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Turning Radio ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Adjusting Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Reading the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Selecting a Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Talking and Monitoring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Receiving a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Signal Strength Indicator and
Channel Busy Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Talk Range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

CONTENTS
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Hands-Free Use/VOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
With Compatible VOX Accessories. . . . .19
Battery Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Reset to Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . .20
End of Transmission Tone
(Roger Beep Tone) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Keypad Beeps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Keypad Lock/Unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
MENU Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Programming PL/DPL Codes . . . . . . . . . . 21
Cloning Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Cloning Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Cloning with a Multi-Unit
Charger (MUC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Cloning Radios Using the
Radio to Radio (R2R) Cloning
Cable (Optional Accessory) . . . . . . . . . .24
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Frequency and Code Charts . . . . . . . . . . 32
RDM2070d Channels Default Settings . . . . 32
Re-Programming XTN Radios
to Operate with RDM2070d. . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Programming More Than One
Radio (Cloning Into Other Radios) . . . . . . . 34
Service Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
CTCSS and PL/DPL Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Motorola Limited Warranty for the United
States and Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Audio Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Carry Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Chargers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Icons Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

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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.
For a list of Motorola-approved antennas,
batteries, and other accessories, visit the
following website which lists approved
accessories:
https://www.motorolasolutions.com/rdx
Before using this product,
read the operating
instructions and RF energy
awareness information
contained in the Product
Safety and RF Exposure
booklet enclosed with your
radio.

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BATTERIES AND CHARGERS
SAFETY INFORMATION
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BATTERIES AND
CHARGERS SAFETY
INFORMATION
This document contains important safety and
operating instructions. Read these instructions
carefully and save them for future reference.
Before using the battery charger, read all the
instructions and cautionary markings on
• the charger,
• the battery, and
• the radio using the battery
1. To reduce risk of injury, charge only the
rechargeable Motorola-authorized batteries.
Other batteries may explode, causing personal
injury and damage.
2. Use of accessories not recommended by
Motorola may result in risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury.
3. To reduce risk of damage to the electric plug
and cord, pull by the plug rather than the cord
when disconnecting the charger.
4. An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use of an improper
extension cord could result in risk of fire and
electric shock. If an extension cord must be
used, make sure that the cord size is 18AWG
for lengths up to 6.5 feet (2.0 m), and 16AWG
for lengths up to 9.8 feet (3.0 m).
5. To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, do
not operate the charger if it has been broken or
damaged in any way. Take it to a qualified
Motorola service representative.
6. Do not disassemble the charger; it is not
repairable and replacement parts are not
available. Disassembly of the charger may
result in risk of electrical shock or fire.
7. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the
charger from the AC outlet before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning

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BATTERIES AND CHARGERS
SAFETY INFORMATION
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OPERATIONAL SAFETY
GUIDELINES
• Turn the radio OFF when charging battery.
• The charger is not suitable for outdoor use. Use
only in dry locations/conditions.
• Connect charger only to an appropriately fused
and wired supply of the correct voltage (as
specified on the product).
• Disconnect charger from line voltage by removing
main plug.
• The outlet to which this equipment is connected
should be nearby and easily accessible.
• Maximum ambient temperature around the power
supply equipment must not exceed 40°C (104°F).
• Power output from the power supply unit must not
exceed the ratings stated on the product label
located at the bottom of the charger.

INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Motorola® RDX
Series™ Radio. This radio is a product of
Motorola's 80 plus years of experience as a
world leader in the designing and
manufacturing of communications equipment.
The RDX Series™ radios provide cost-effective
communications for businesses such as retail
stores, restaurants, schools, construction sites,
manufacturing, property and hotel
management and more. Motorola Business
two-way radios are the perfect communications
solution for all of today's fast-paced industries.
Note: Read this user guide carefully to ensure you
know how to properly operate the radio
before use.
Business Radios,
RPSD 1C15, Motorola
8000 West Sunrise Boulevard
Plantation, Florida 33322
PACKAGE CONTENTS
• Radio
• Spring Action Belt-Clip
• Lithium-Ion Battery
• Power Supply
• User Guide
• Warranty Card
• Drop-in Tray Charger
• Product Safety & RF Exposure Booklet
For a copy of a large-print version of this user
guide or for product-related questions, contact:
1-800-461-4575 in Canada
1-800-501-8614 Menu option # 9 in the USA
For product information visit us at: https://
www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/products/
two-way-radios/on-site-business-radios.html
or visit our microsite at: https://
www.motorolasolutions.com/rdx

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FCC LICENSING
INFORMATION
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FCC LICENSING
INFORMATION
REGULATION ON MURS (MULTI-USE
RADIO SERVICE) FREQUENCIES
RDM2070d radio is exclusively a MURS
frequencies radio. This device complies with
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1. This device does not cause harmful
interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC License is not required. This device
operates on frequencies authorized for use in
the Multi-Use Radio Service (MURS). MURS
frequencies are available for unlicensed
business or personal use.
Take into account that change 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. Use of
this radio outside the country where it was
intended to be distributed is subject to
government regulations and may be prohibited.
For questions regarding FCC license, call
1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322) or go to
www.fcc.gov.

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RADIO OVERVIEW
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RADIO OVERVIEW
On/Off/
Volume
Knob
Antenna
Microphone
LED Indicator
Accessory
Connector
Model Label
Use and to scroll up/
down through channels and
menu setting
Front Buttons
PTT (Push-to-
Ta l k ) B u t t o n
SB1 - Monitor
Button
SB2
Lithium-Ion
Battery
Use ‘Menu’ button
to lock keypad
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On/Off/Volume Knob
Used to turn the radio ON or OFF and to adjust
the radio’s volume.
Accessory Connector
Used to connect compatible audio accessories.
Model Label
Indicates the model of the radio
Microphone
Speaks clearly into the microphone when
sending a message.
Antenna
The antenna is a non-removable antenna.
LED Indicator
Used to give battery status, power-up status,
radio call information and scan status.
Front Buttons
•Button
No options are enabled under the button
for this radio model.
• Toggle up/down Buttons
Allows you to change channels or set up values
in Programming Mode. These buttons are not
programmable buttons.
•Programmable Buttons(*)
Disabled by default. Use CPS to program
function (*).
MENU
MENU
A
B
C

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Note: (*) You can assign different functions to
these buttons via the CPS. For example:
Backlight Time Out, Reverse Burst, Power
Select, Scan/Nuisance Channel Delete,
Monitor and Call Tones. Contact the
Motorola Service Support Center at 1-800-
501-8614 option # 9 for programming
support.
Side Buttons
Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button
Press and hold down this button to talk, release
it to listen.
Side Button 1 (SB1)
The Side Button 1 is a general button that can
be configured by the CPS. The default setting
of the SB1 button is ‘Monitor’.
Side Button 2 (SB2)
Disabled by default. Use CPS to program
function (*).
The Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery
RDX Series™ provides different types of
batteries. For more information, refer to
“Battery Features” on page 8 and
“Accessories” on page 43.
BATTERY FEATURES
RDX Series™ radios provide Lithium-Ion
batteries that come in different capacities that
will define the battery life. It also offers the
option to use Alkaline batteries.
About the Li-Ion Battery
The RDX Series™ radio comes equipped with
a rechargeable Li-Ion battery. This battery
should be charged before initial use to ensure
optimum capacity and performance.
Battery life is determined by several factors.
Among the more critical are the regular
overcharge of batteries and the average depth
of discharge with each cycle. Typically, the
greater the overcharge and the deeper the
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will last. For example, a battery which is
overcharged and discharged 100% several
times a day, lasts fewer cycles than a battery
that receives less of an overcharge and is
discharged to 50% per day. Further, a battery
which receives minimal overcharging and
averages only 25% discharge, lasts even
longer.
Motorola batteries are designed specifically to
be used with a Motorola charger and vice
versa. Charging in non-Motorola equipment
may lead to battery damage and void the
battery warranty. The battery should be at
about 77°F (25°C) (room temperature),
whenever possible. Charging a cold battery
(below 50° F [10°C]) may result in leakage of
electrolyte and ultimately in failure of the
battery. Charging a hot battery (above 95°F
[35°C]) results in reduced discharge capacity,
affecting the performance of the radio.
Motorola rapid-rate battery chargers contain a
temperature-sensing circuit to ensure that
batteries are charged within the temperature
limits stated above.
Battery Recycling and Disposal
Li-Ion rechargeable batteries can be recycled.
However, recycling facilities may not be
available in all areas.
Under various U.S. state laws and the laws of
several other countries, batteries must be
recycled and cannot be disposed of in landfills
or incinerators. Contact your local waste
management agency for specific requirements
and information in your area. Motorola fully
endorses and encourages the recycling of Li-
Ion batteries. In the U.S. and Canada, Motorola
participates in the nationwide Rechargeable
Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC)
program for Li-Ion battery collection and
recycling.
Many retailers and dealers participate in this
program. For the location of the drop-off facility
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site at: http://www.call2recycle.org or call toll
free: [phone].
This internet site and telephone number also
provides other useful information concerning
recycling options for consumers, businesses
and governmental agencies.
Installing the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery
1. Turn OFF the radio.
2. With the Motorola logo side up on the battery
pack, fit the tabs at the bottom of the battery
into the slots at the bottom of the radio’s body.
3. Press the top part of the battery towards the
radio until a click is heard.
To learn about the Li-Ion Battery Life features, refer to
“About the Li-Ion Battery” on page 8.
Removing the Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery
1. Turn OFF the radio.
2. Push down the battery latch and hold it
depressed while removing the battery.
3. Pull the battery away from the radio.
Battery
Latch
slots
Battery
Latch

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Note: RDX Series offers an Alkaline Battery
Frame accessory (P/N RLN6306A) as an
alternative battery solution. If you plan to
use this accessory, please contact Motorola
Service Support Center (1-800-501-8614
Option # 9) to ensure your radio settings are
updated to work will alkaline batteries.
Installing Spring Action Belt Clip
1. Slide the spring action belt clip rails into the belt
clip grooves on the back of the battery pack and
slide it down until the belt clip tab snaps into
place.
2. To remove, pull back the metal release tab on
the belt clip tab and push the spring action belt
clip upward to remove.
Power Supply, Adaptor and Drop-in Tray
Charger
The radio is equipped with one Drop-in Tray
Charger and one Power Supply with Adaptor.
For details, see “Chargers” on page 44.
Charging the Battery
RDX Series™ offers two types of chargers:
• Standard Charger and,
• Rapid Charger.
Belt Clip
Tab
Spring
Action Belt
Clip
Drop-in Tray Charger
Power Supply

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The radio comes equipped with a Standard
Charger.
To charge the battery (with the radio attached),
place it in a Motorola-approved Drop-in Tray
Single Unit Charger or Drop-in Tray Multi Unit
Charger.
Note: When acquiring additional chargers or
power supplies, make sure you have similar
drop-in tray chargers and power supplies
sets (all “rapid” or all “standard”). For part
number details, refer to “Chargers” on
page 44.
Charging with the Drop-in Tray
Single Unit Charger (SUC)
1. Place the drop-in tray charger on a flat surface.
2. Insert the connector of the power supply into the
port on the side of the drop-in tray charger.
3. Plug the AC adaptor into a power outlet.
4. Insert the radio into the tray with the front of the
radio facing the front of the charger, as shown.
Note: When charging a battery attached to a radio,
turn the radio OFF to ensure a full charge.
See “Operational Safety Guidelines” on
page 3 for more information.
Power Supply
(Transformer)
Drop-in Tray
Charger Port

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Charging a Standalone Battery
To charge only the battery – at step 4, insert
the battery into the tray, with the inside surface
of the battery facing the front of the charger, as
shown. Ensure the slots in the battery correctly
engage in the charger.
Note: Ensure that the bracket in the charger is
adjusted to the correct position for either
Standard or High capacity battery. See
“Charging a Standard Battery” on page 13.
Charging the Standard Battery
The drop-in tray charger has a removable
bracket that is adjustable depending on the
type of battery that needs to be charged. It is
designed to charge either the battery (with the
radio) or a standalone battery. The drop-in tray
charger's default position will charge a
standard battery. The following image shows
the orientation for each battery:
Note: Identify the drop-in charger’s position before
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Drop-in Tray Charger LED Indicators Estimated Charging Time and
Battery Life
The battery meter located in the upper left
corner of the display indicates how much
battery power you have remaining. Estimated
battery life for the standard battery in
RDM2070d is 12 hours. Charging time with the
standard drop in tray charger is estimated at 7
hours.
For more information on different batteries and
chargers refer to the Accessories booklet or go
to the Motorola website https://
www.motorolasolutions.com/rdx
Standard Charger LED Indicator
Status LED Status Comments
Power ON
Steady red
indication for 3
seconds
The charger has
powered up
Charging Blinking red (slow) The charger is
currently charging
Charging
Complete
Steady red
indication
Battery is fully
charged
Battery
Fault(*) Blinking red (fast)
Battery had a fault
when battery was
inserted
Notes:
• (*) Normally re-seating the battery pack will
correct this issue, or battery temperature is too
warm or too cold or wrong power supply is
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GETTING STARTED
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GETTING STARTED
For the following explanations refer to "Parts of
the Radio" on page page 6.
TURNING RADIO ON/OFF
Turn the On/Off/Volume knob clockwise to turn
ON the radio. The radio will chirp and the LED
will briefly blink a red light.
To turn the radio OFF rotate the On/Off/Volume
knob counterclockwise until you hear a ‘click’
and the radio LED indicator turn OFF.
ADJUSTING VOLUME
Turn the On/Off/Volume knob clockwise to
increase the volume, or counterclockwise to
decrease the volume.
Note: Do not hold the radio too close to your ear
when adjusting the volume or if it is at a high
volume setting.
READING THE DISPLAY
Note: The radio display shown here is for icon
location only. Each radio display may
appear different (channel and code) based
on the preprogrammed radio defaults.
Pressing any button, except the PTT, will
turn on the backlight.
SELECTING A CHANNEL
Your radio offers 7 different MURS channels.
To select a channel, press the toggle /
buttons until you reach the desired channel.
Channel
Indicator
Frequency
Indicator
Interference
Eliminator Code
Indicator
Signal
Strength
Scramble
Channel Number
Programming
Mode Indicator
Scan
Battery
Level
Vox /
iVox
Keypad
Lock

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Program each channel separately. Each
channel has its own Frequency and
Interference Eliminator Code.
TALKING AND MONITORING
It is important to monitor traffic before
transmitting to ensure that you do not ‘talk over’
someone who is already transmitting
For monitoring press and hold the SB1 (*)
button to access channel traffic. If no activity is
present, you will hear ‘static’. Press again SB1
to release.
Once channel traffic has cleared, proceed with
your call by pressing the PTT button.
When transmitting, the radio LED blinks red.
Note: To listen to all activity on a current channel,
short press the SB1 to set the PL/DPL code
to 0. This feature is called ‘PL/DPL Defeat’
(Squelch set to SILENT).
(*) This assumes SB1 is not being programmed
to a different mode.
RECEIVING A CALL
1. Select a channel by pressing the toggle
/ buttons until you reach the desired
channel.
2. Make sure the PTT button is released and listen
for voice activity.
3. The LED indicator blinks RED while your radio
is receiving.
4. To respond, hold the radio vertically 1 to 2
inches (2.5 to 5cm) from your mouth. Press the
PTT button to talk; release it to listen.
Signal Strength Indicator and Channel Busy
Indicators
When there is activity on a frequency the radio
displays the strength indicator icon while
radio LED blinks faster. When there is activity
on the same frequency and code as your radio
(your radio is receiving), the radio signal
strength icon can change from 1 (weakest) to 6
(strongest) depending on the radio reception