Motorola Talkabout T280 User manual

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Your New Radio
Radio Diagram 2-3
Batteries
Rechargeable NiMH Battery 4
Using Rechargeable NiMH Battery 4
NiMH Chargers
Tri-Color LED Charger 6
Charging the NiMH Battery 6
Charging Status Chart 6
Single Color LED Charger 7
Charging the NiMH Battery 7
AA Alkaline Batteries
Installing Alkaline Battery Tray 8
Replacing Alkaline Batteries 9
Battery Meter 10
Low Battery Alert 10
Belt Holster
Using Radio With Holster 11
Before You Can Talk
Power Button 12
Setting the Channel 12
Setting the Code 13
Custom Codes-T289 Only 13
To Communicate
Monitor Button 14
Channel Busy Indicator-T289 14
Volume Control 14
Push-To-TalkButton 15
Alert Tones 15
Features
Auto Power Off 16
Display Light 16
Keypad Lock 17
Reset 17
Time-out Timer 17
Channel Scan 18
Scan List 19
Call Tone 19
Hands Free Use
Using VOX Feature 20
Enabling iVOX-T289 Only 20
Setting VOX/iVOX Sensitivity 21
Im roving Communication
Talk Range 22
Careand Safety 22
Accessories 23
Troubleshooting 24-25
Safety Information 26-27
Charging Safety Instructions 28-29
Channel Chart 30
Code Chart 31
Warranty 32-33
Copyrights 34-35
Quick O eration Summary
Menu Button 36
Call Tone 37
Light/lock Button 37
Monitor Button 37
Scan Button 37
Table of Contents

LED Indicator Light
Indicates radio is on; will be steady
red when transmitting.
Battery Meter Indicator
Indicates how much battery charge is left.
Power Button
Turn radio on or off.
Accessory Connector
Used forplugging in optional audio
accessories.
Scan Button
Scans frequencies foractivity.
Call Button
Calls other radio users.
Light/Lock Button
Illuminates display for 5 seconds.
Locks radio to prevent accidental
change of settings.
Micro hone
Picks up audible transmissions.
Scroll Buttons
Changes volume and radio
settings.
Monitor Button
Monitorsfrequency activity.
Push-To-Talk (PTT) Button
Used to transmit messages.
Menu Button
Changes function mode.
Charging Connector*
Used for charging battery.
*NiMH Battery Use Only
Figure 1.
Your New Radio
Motorola Talkabout radios operate on Family Radio Service (FRS)
designated frequencies. This license-free, short range, two-way radio
service was established specifically for family and individual recreational
use. You can use your radios anywhere within the United States and other
areas listedby the FCC.
Contact the FCC for more information at:
1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322)
Or:
http://www.fcc.gov
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Batteries
Your Talkabout radio operates with either a Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH)
rechargeable battery or 3 AA alkaline batteries (battery tray required).
The NiMH rechargeable battery will provide approximately 11 hours of
operation with normaluse. Normal use for the rechargeablebattery isapprox-
imately 0.5 hour transmitting, 0.5 hour receiving and 10 hours of standby or
monitoring time.
Rechargeable NiMH Battery
Using Rechargeable NiMH Battery:
1.Grasp radio firmly at topand slide radio back down to remove. Make sure
you are not holding battery door (sides)onto the radio body. Figure5.
2.Place the NiMH battery inside the radio with batterycontacts facing down.
Figure 6.
3.Replace the radio’s back by sliding up and onto radio body.
4.Push up until secure.
Sto Sign: TheNiMHbatteryhasastopsignsymboltoremindyoutoturnthe
battery over and align holes with pegs before inserting battery into the radio.
Figure 7.
Figure 5.
Figure 6.
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The NiMH battery kit, alkaline battery kit, and spare NiMH battery are
available as accessories (sold separately).
For information,call 1-800-353-2729.
Figure 7.

NiMH Chargers
Your radio will useoneof thefollowing types of chargers. Follow the instruc-
tions below for the charger that shipped with your radio.
Toget maximumuse from thebattery, charge itforatleast five hoursbefore
you use it for the first time. After initial charging, your battery will fully charge
in aboutthree hours.
Tri-Color LED Charger
Charging the NiMH Battery:
1. Turn the radio off.
2. Plug charger into an AC wall outlet.
Figure 2.
3. Lift charging connector cover on radio (not
detachable) and plug charger connector
into jack. Figure 3.
4. LED Indicator on Battery
Charger will flash.(See chart
below for complete charging
status).
Tri-Color LED Charger
Charging Status Chart
LED Color Charging Status Com letion
Solid Red Rapid Up to 90%
Flashing Green Top-off 90% to 100%
Solid Green Complete 100%
Flashing Red Battery Fault ______
Flashing Yellow* Standby ______
*Batteryisnotreceivingcorrectvoltage.Batterychargingtemperaturemustremain
between 00to400 C / 320F to1040 F.
Figure 2. Figure 4.
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Single Color LED Charger
Charging the NiMH Battery:
1. Turn the radio off.
2.Plug charger into an AC wall outlet.
Figure 4.
3.Liftcharging connector cover on radio (not
detachable) and plug charger connector
into jack. Figure 3.
4.The red LED on chargerwill flash while bat-
tery charges. LED will glow
continuously when battery is
fully charged.
Notes:
• The NiMH battery may be charged outside the radio by plugging the
adapter directly into the battery.
• For optimum battery life, battery should notbeleft charging for
extended periods.
• Turn radio offwhen charging.If radio is on while charging, additional
time is required to charge the battery.
Figure 3.
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Figure 3.

Replacing Alkaline Batteries:
1. Insert 3 AA batteries into alkalinetray.
Makesureyoualign plus and minus
signs on batteries with markings on bat-
tery tray. Figure6.
2. Replace radio back by sliding up and
onto radio body.
3. Push up until secure.
The NiMH battery kit, alkaline battery kit, and spare NiMH battery are
available as accessories (sold separately).
For information, call 1-800-353-2729.
AA Alkaline Batteries
To operate Talkabout radios with alkaline batteries you’ll need to install the
alkaline battery tray. Alkaline batteries will last about 30 hours with normal
use. Normalusefor alkaline batteriesis approximately1.5 hourstransmitting,
1.5 hours receiving and 27 hours of standby ormonitoringtime.
Installing Alkaline Battery Tray:
1.Grasp radio firmly at top and slide radio
back down to remove. Make sure you are
not holding battery door (sides) onto the
radio body.
2.Insert 3 AA batteries into alkaline tray.
Makesure youalignplus and minus signs
onbatterieswithmarkingson batterytray.
Figure 6.
3.Align tabs attop of battery tray with slots
on radio before pressing tray
into place. Figure 5.
4. Replace radio back by
sliding up and onto radio body.
5.Push up until secure. Figure 6.
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Figure 5.
Note: When batteries are low, as indicated by battery meter or low battery
alert, replace the alkaline batteries immediately toavoidinterrupted use.

Battery Meter
The Battery Meter, located on the front
display,is dividedintothreebars.Aspoweris
used, the bars willdisappear. Figure 7.
Note: To ensure proper functioning of the
battery meter use only the Motorola NiMH rechargeable battery or
three AA alkaline batteries. The meter will not work accurately
with Nickel Cadmium (NiCad) or rechargeablealkaline AA batteries.
Low Battery Alert
When the battery is low, the radio will beep:
• 3 to 4 seconds after turning power on
• every 10 minutes in standby mode
• after releasing Push-To-Talk button
• after releasing the Call button
Note: Remove batteries before storingyour radio for extended periods.
Batteriesmaycorrodeovertimeandcausepermanentdamagetoyourradio.
Belt Holster
Talkabout radios come with a belt holster
which can be used with both the NiMH and
AA battery doors.
Using Radio With Holster:
1. Position the baseof the radio inbottom
portion of holster.
2. Pushthe radio towards theholster until
itlatches into place. Figure8.
3. To remove radio from holster, pull the top
tab on holster away from radio.
Figure 9.
Note: You may find it easier to clip the
holsterontoyourbeltbeforeyou insertradio
into the holster.Figure 10.
Figure 8.
Figure 9.
Figure 7.
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Figure 10.

Before You Can Talk
Read this manual carefully. Make sure you know how to properly operate the
radio before use.Talkaboutradios have 14channels and 38 Interference
EliminatorCodes. Totalkto others, all radiosin your group must be set to the
same channel and code.
Power Button
Turning the Radio On:
1. Press orange Power button,radio beeps
and LEDIndicatorLight flashes every 3
seconds to indicate radio is on.Figure 11.
2. To turn radio off, press Power button until
display clears. Radiobeeps toconfirm.
Note: Whenyouturntheradioonyouarein
normal operating mode.
Channels
You can only communicate with radios that are set on the same channel and
code. The chart on page 30 shows you channel frequencies on which
Motorola Family Radio Service (FRS) two-way radios operate.
Setting the Channel
Changing the Channel:
1. With radio on,press Menu button once.
CHAN appears and current channel
(large number) will flash. Figure 12.
2. Use the Scroll buttons to selecta new
channel.
3. Press Push-To-Talk button to set new
channel selection.
Note: The radio willreturn tonormal operation
mode in 10 seconds or after pressing Push-To-Talk button.
nterference Eliminator Codes
Codes filter out static, noise andunwanted
messages on radio channels. You can only
communicate with radios using the same chan-
nel and code. Since radio channels can be
monitored, this will not make yourconversa-
tions private. To avoid congested channels,
change the radio’s channel/code setting.
Setting the Code
Changing the Code
1. With radio on, press Menu button twice. The
current Code (small number) will flash.Figure 13.
2. Use Scroll buttons to selecta new code.
3. Press Push-To-Talk button to setnew code selection.
Notes:
• The channel and code may be set sequentially. Just hit the Menu but-
ton after setting a new channel to selecta new code.
• The radio will return to normal operation mode in 10seconds or after
pressing Push-To-Talk button.
Custom Codes - T289 Only
TheT289 hastheability to save a specific codefor each channel.Thisallows
you to change channel and codes more easily. To save a specific code for
each channel, set thechannel and code per the previous instructions. Press
theMenubuttononcefromnormaloperatingmodeandusetheScrollButtons
to switch between selectedchanneland code settings.
Figure 11.
Figure 12.
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Figure 13.

To Communicate
Monitor Button
The Monitor button is used to check activity on current channel before trans-
mitting.Check channel activity by pressing the Monitor button, you’ll hear
static if the channelisclear.Don’t transmitifyouhear conversation.
Channel Busy ndicator - T289 Only
The T289 radio has a Channel Busy Indicator to indicate that your current
channel is in use. If another user is communicating on your channel and a
different code, the flashing CHAN indicator will appear on the display. This
visual indicator of channel activity can be used instead ofthe Monitor button.
Toavoid interrupted conversation, wait until the channel frequencyis clear or
switch to another channel.
Volume Control
Adjusting the Volume:
1.Turn radio on by pressing the orange
Power button.
2.Use Scroll buttons to adjust the radio’s
volume. Figure 14.
3. VOLindicator will appear and display will
show current volume level (1 to 19).
Beeps confirm volume levelchanges as
you scroll.
4.The radio will return to normal operation
mode after 2 seconds.
Note:
You mayadjustvolumeby using theScroll buttonsas long asthe radio
is not in Menu or Lock mode.
Push-To-Talk Button
Sending Messages:
1.Check channel activity by pressing
Monitor button or view Channel Busy-
Indicator (T289).
2. Press Push-To-Talk button and speak
into radio. Figure 15.
3.LED Indicator Light glows continuously
while transmitting.
Receiving Messages:
Release the Push-To-Talk button.
Note:
To maximize clarity, hold radio 2to3 inches from mouth.
Alert Tones
The Alert Tones (beeps) on the Talkabout radios are set at a fixed volume
level and cannot be lowered. However, Alert Tones can be disabled. When
Alert Tones are disabled, the radiowill receive messages atthe volume
setting you’ve selected, but you will not hear beeps when you press control
buttons.
Disabling Alert Tones:
1. Hold down the Monitor button while you turn radio on.
2.To re-activate Alert Tones, turn the radiooff, then on again while holding
the Monitor button down.
Figure 14.
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Figure 15.
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Keypad Lock
Lock allows you to disable the Scroll, Menu,
and Scan buttons so that the radio settings
cannot be changed accidentally.
Activating Lock Feature:
Press and hold the Light/Lock button until
LOCK appears on the display.
Disabling Lock Feature:
Press and hold Light/Lock button untilLOCK disappears.
Note:
Radio emitsaudible tone to confirm lockandunlockfeature activation.
Disabled buttons will beep if pressed (when AlertTones are enabled).
Reset
TheReset feature returns all user programmable features back to the original
factory settings.
1.Hold down both the Monitor and Push-To-Talk buttons.
2.Turn the radio on.
Time-out Timer
The Time-out Timer feature helps extendbatterylife and prevents you from
accidentlytyingupfrequencies.Theradiowillemit acontinuous warning tone
if the Push-To-Talk button is pressed for 60 continuous seconds and radio will
stop transmitting.
Features
Auto Power Off
Your Talkabout can be programmed to turn itself off after a certain period of
inactivity. This feature is used to prevent unwanted battery drain.
Enabling Auto Power Off:
1. Press Menu button six times to enter Power Off feature.
2.Use the Scroll buttons to set the number ofhours,after which, the power
shuts down (1-8 hours).
Notes:
• The radiowill return to normal operation mode after 10secondsor after
youpressthe Push-To-Talk button. Ifnobuttons arepressedduring the
selected time interval, the radio will sound a unique tone oneminute
prior to turning itself off.
• Minus signappears ondisplayif Auto Power Off is disabled.
Display Light
Talkabout radios have a backlit display for use in low-light conditions. Press
Light/Lock button to illuminate the display. The light will stay on for approxi-
mately five seconds.
Note: Pressing other buttons will extend the time the light stays on.
Figure 16.
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Scan List
Talkabout TA280 and T289 radios allow you to
select which channels are to be scanned by
turning them On or OF (off) in the Scan List
menu.
Setting the Scan List Menu:
1.Press Menu button three times to enter the
Scan List menu.SCAN appears and chan-
nel number flashes. Figure 17.
2.Use Scroll buttons to change channel.
3.Press Scan button to add (On) or delete
(OF) channels.
Note: Channels which are turned OF (Off) will not be scanned.
Call Tone
Talkabout radios have multiple unique Call
Tones to identify sender and alert receiver. The
TA280 has 5 call tones, while the T289 has a
total of 10. Press the Call button and users on
your channel and with your code setting will be
alerted with your Call Tone.
Changing and Hearing Call Tones:
1.With radio on, press Menu button four times
to enter CallTone menu. CALLappears
and Call Tone number is displayed.
Figure 18.
2.Use Scroll buttons to change and hear the CallTones.
Notes:
• When AlertTones aredisabled youwill not hear CallTone beeps when
transmitting,but you will hear them while receiving.
• The radio will return to normal operation mode in 10 seconds or after
pressing Push-To-Talk button.
Features
Channel Scan
Scan allows you to monitor channels and codes of other transmitting radios.
When the radio detects channel activity, it stops scanning and locks in on the
active channel and code. It allows youto listen and talkto theperson(s)trans-
mitting without having to switch channels. To scan for radios without Interfer-
ence Eliminator Codes, change your code to zero (off) before pressing the
Scan button.
Activating Scan Feature:
1. With the radio on, press the Scan button.SCANappears on the display,
flashing.
2. When the radio detects channelactivity, SCAN stops flashing and the
active channel and code aredisplayed.
3. To turnofftheScan feature and return to normal operationmode pressthe
Scan button.
Pausing on a Channel:
1. Press Monitor button to lock or hold your radio to displayed channel and
code. CHAN SCAN appears to confirm active settings.
2. To begin scanning again, press the Monitor button.
Notes:
• IfMonitor button is not pressed, radio will begin scanning for active
channels 5 seconds after activity ceases.
• Radios will scan all Codes (38) on all selected channels.
Figure 17.
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Figure 18.
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Resetting To Push-To-Talk Mode:
1. Press Push-To-Talk button once. The VOX display will disappear.
2. To transmit, press Push-To-Talk button on radio. To receive,release the
Push-To-Talk.
Notes:
• To return to iVOX mode follow instructions above.
• To return to VOX mode, turnthe radio off, then on again withthe
accessory in place.
Setting VOX/iVOX Sensitivity
Talkabout radios allow you to adjust VOXsensi-
tivity of radio to compensate for varying levels of
backgroundnoise.
1. With radio on, press Menu buttonfivetimes
to enter VOX sensitivity mode.
2. VOX will appear on display alongwith the
current VOX setting.Figure 20.
3. Use Scroll buttons to selectlevel.
Three Sensitivity Levels:
1 = Low sensitivity for high levels of background noise.
2 = Medium sensitivity for use in most applications.
3 = High sensitivity for low levels of background noise.
Notes:
• The radio will return to operation mode after 10 seconds or afteryou
press the Push-To-Talk button.
• When using audio accessories, radio volume shouldbekeptata com-
fortable listening level. Before you place the audio accessory on your
head or in your ear,turn down the volume.
• When using iVOX, sensitivity level 3 is recommended.
Hands Free se
Talkabout radios have built-in Voice OperatedTransmission (VOX) capability.
This means the sound of your voice activates transmission when the radio is
used with VOX accessories (sold separately).
TheT289alsohasiVOX(InternalVoiceOperatedTransmission),whichallows
youtousetheradiohandsfreewithoutanaccessoryinplace.Readtheinstruc-
tions below to activate the iVOX feature.
Using VOX Feature
Enabling VOX:
1. With radio off, plug accessory connectorinto
jack on left side of radio. Figure 19.
2. Turn radio on.
3.Lower volume with Scroll button before plac-
ing accessory on heador inear. VOX
appears on display to indicate VOX is active.
4. To transmit, speak into accessory microphone.
To receive, stop talking.
Enabling iVOX - T289 only
1. Turn the radio on with the Push-To-Talk depressed to arm the iVOX fea-
ture.
2.To activate, quickly press the Push-To-Talk button.TheVOX indicator will
appearonthedisplaytoindicatethattheiVOXfeatureisactive.
3.To transmit,speak into radio microphone. To receive,stop talking.
Note: There will be a brief delay between when you start/stop talking and
radio transmission time. Ifyou press the Push-To-Talk button, you will disable
the VOX/iVOX feature.
Figure 19.
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Figure 20.
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Talk Range
Talkaboutradios havebeendesigned to maximizeperformanceandimprove
transmission range in the field. It is recommended that you do not use the
radios closer than 5 feet apartbecause of heavy interference.
Talkrange depends on the terrain. These are line of sight radios and talk
range will be affected by concrete structures, heavy foliage and operating
radios indoors and in vehicles.
Care and Safety
To clean the radio, wipe with a soft cloth dampened with water. Don’t use
cleaners or solvents on the radio, they can harm the body and leak inside,
causing permanent damage. Battery contacts may be wiped with a dry, lint-
free cloth.
If the radio getswet,turn it off and remove batteries immediately.Dry battery
compartment with a soft cloth to minimize potential water damage. Leave
cover off the battery compartment overnight or until completely dry. Do not
use the radio until completely dry.
Accessories
With the audio and carrying accessories (sold separately) available for
Talkabout radios, you’ll be able to receive incomingmessages in privacywith
anEarbudorFlexibleEarReceiver. WithaSpeakerMicrophoneoranEarbud
with Push-To-Talk Microphone, you’ll enjoy the convenience of being able to
talk and listen without reaching for your radio. Use your radio hands free with
aheadsetwith swivel boommic or an ultra lightweight headset.
We’ve also got a selection of cases perfectforall your radio transport needs.
Whetherit’sanArmPack, BeltCase,orWaterproofBag,Motorolahasagreat
carrying case for you! For information contact place of purchase or call
Motorola at:
1-800-353-2729
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comfortable listening level. Before you place the audio accessory on your
head or in your ear,turn down the volume.
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areas, up to 2 miles.
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Troubleshooting
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No Power
Message Not
Transmitted
Message Not
Received
Hearing Other Noise Or
Conversation on a
Channel
Limited Talk Range
Reposition or replace alkaline batteries.
Recharge or replace NiMH battery.
Make sure the Push-To-Talk button is completely
pressed as you transmit.
Reposition, replace or charge batteries.
Confirm radios have the same Channel and Inter-
ference Eliminator Code settings.
MakesurePush-To-Talkisnotinadvertentlybeing
pressed.
Reposition, replace or charge batteries.
Obstructions, operating indoors or in
vehicles may interferewith communication.
Change your location.
Check to make sure volume is turned up.
Confirm Interference Eliminator Code is set,
(active settings are 1-38).
Shared Channel or Interference Eliminator Code
may be in use, try another.
Steel/concretestructures,heavyfoliageandusein
buildings and in vehicles will decrease range,
check for clear line of sight to improvetransmis-
sion.
Wearingradioclosetobodysuchas inapocketor
on a beltwill decrease range, change location of
radio.
Heavy Static or
Interference
Channel/Code Locked
Low Batteries
Charger LED Double
Flashing
Can not ActivateiVOX
(T289 only)
Radios too close.Radios must be at least 5 feet
apart.
Radios too far apart.Obstacles interfere with
transmission. Talk range is up to 2 miles in clear,
unobstructed conditions.
Makesureradioisunlocked.Seepage17formore
information.
Recharge NiMH battery or replace alkalinebatter-
ies. Extremeoperatingtemperatures willaffectthe
lifeofthe battery.
Charger pin is not properly in place. Check to
make sure thecharger pin isfullyinserted intothe
radio.Ifso,allow the radio tocharge until theLED
glows solid.
Battery power is very low; double flashing indi-
cates that the battery ischargingup slowly before
itstarts to quick charge.
Featurenotarmed.Followinstructions onpage20
to arm and activate iVOX.
If the radio still doesn’t work properly,contact your place of purchase or call
Motorola Product Services at:
1-800-353-2729
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Safety Information
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The designof your Motorola two-way radio, which generates radio frequency (RF)elec-
tromagnetic energy (EME), is designed to comply with the following national and inter-
national standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human beings to radio
frequency electromagnetic energy:
• FCC Report and OrderFCC 96-326 (August, 1996)
• American National Standards Institute (C95-1 - 1992)
• National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements(NCRP - 1986)
• International Commission on Non-IonizingRadiation Protection (ICNRP - 1986)
• European Committeefor Electrotechnical Standardization (CENELEC)
-Env. 50166 - 1 1995E - Human Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields Low Frequency
(0 Hz to 10 kHz)
-Env. 50166- 21995E -HumanExposure to Electromagnetic Fields HighFrequency
(10 kHz to 300 kHz)
-Proceeding of SC211/8 1996 - Safety Considerations for Human Exposure to
E.M.F’s from Mobile Telecommunications Equipment (M.T.E.) in the Frequency
Range 30 MHz - 6 GHz (E.M.F.-Electromagnetic Fields)
To assureoptimalradioperformanceand to ensure that exposure to RF energy is within
the guidelines in the above standards, the following operating procedures should be
observed:
• Whentransmittingwithatwo-wayportableradio,holdradioin
averticalpositionwithitsmicrophone2-3inches (5.0to7.5
cm) away from your mouth.
• Keep antenna at least 1inch (2.5 cm) from your head and
body.
• If you wear a portable radio on yourbody,ensurethatthe
antenna is at least one inch (2.5 cm) from your body when
transmitting.
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Nearlyeveryelectronicdeviceissusceptibletoelectromagneticinterference(EMI)ifinad-
equately shielded, designedorotherwiseconfigured for electromagneticcompatibility.
• Turn your radio OFFin any facilitieswhere postednotices instruct youto doso.
Hospitals or healthcare facilities may be usingequipmentthat is sensitiveto
external RFenergy.
• Turn your radio off when on board aircraft when instructed to do so. Any use of the
radio mustbe in accordance with airline regulations or crew instructions.
Damaged Antennas
Do not use the radio with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes in
contactwith the skin, a minor burn may result.
Batteries
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily, injury or burns if a
conductive material such as jewelry, keys or beaded chains touches exposed
terminals.Thematerialmaycompleteanelectricalcircuit(shortcircuit)andbecome
quite hot. Exercisecare inhandlingany chargedbattery, particularly when placing
it inside a pocket, purseor other container with metal objects.
For Vehicles With an Air Bag
Donotplaceaportableradiointheareaoveranairbagorintheairbagdeployment
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 vehicle.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn your radio OFF when in any area witha potentially explosive atmosphere,
unless it is a type especially qualified for such use (for example, Factory Mutual
Approved). Sparks in such areas could causeanexplosion or fire resulting in bodily
injury or even death. Batteries
Do not replaceor chargebatteries ina potentially explosive atmosphere. Contact
sparking may occur while installing or removingbatteries andcause an explosion.
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn your radio OFF near
electrical blastingcaps or in a “blasting area” or inareas posted: “Turnoff two-way
radio”. Obey all signs and instructions.
Note: Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often, but not always,
clearly marked. They include fuelling areas such as below deck on boats, fuel or
chemicaltransferorstorage facilities; areas where the air contains chemicals or
particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders; and any other area where you
would normally be advised to turn offyour vehicle engine.
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Charging Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Before using the battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on, (1) the battery,
(2) battery charger, and
(3) the radio using the battery.
1. Do not expose the charger to rainor snow.
2. Do not operate the charger if it has receiveda sharp blow, or has been
dropped or damaged in any way.
3. Donot disassemble the charger. If it doesnot work properly return it to the
pointof purchase if within 90 days of purchase. Incorrect reassembly
may result in a risk ofelectric shock or fire.
4.Neveralter the ACcord or plug provided withthe unit. Ifplugwillnot fitthe
outlet, have proper outlet installedby a qualified electrician. An improper
condition can result in a risk of electric shock.
5. To reduce risk of damage to cord or plug, pull bythe plug ratherthan the
6. cord when disconnecting charger from AC receptacle.
7. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet
before attempting any maintenanceor cleaning.
8.Use of anattachment not recommendedorsoldby Motorola mayresult in
a risk of fire, electricshock, orpersonal injury.
9.Make sure that the cord is locatedso that it will not be stepped on, tripped
over,or subjected to damageor stress.
10. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use
of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and/or electric
shock. If anextension cord must be used, make sure:
• Thatthe pins on the plug of the extension cordare the same
• Number, size,and shape as those on the plug of the charger.
• Thatthe extension cord is properly wired and ingoodelectricalcondi-
tion, and
• Thatthe cord sizeis 18AWG for lengths up to 100 feet,and 16 AWG
for lengths up to 150 feet.
11. The supply cord of this charger cannot be replaced. If thecord is dam-
aged, thecharger should be discardedor returned to the point of pur-
chase ifwithin 90 days ofpurchase.
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To reduce the risk of injury, charge only the recharge-
able batteries listed. Other types of batteries may
burst, causing personal injury anddamage.
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Kit Number Description
NTN8871 110V - NiMH Charging Adapter
NTN9150 110V - NiMH Charging Adapter
Kit Number Capacity in milliampere-hour mAH/
Description/Composition
HNN 9720 750 mAH/T289,TA270/280 SLK/NiMH
Single-Unit Charger
Batteries

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/ Carrier Squelch (0) disables Interference Eliminator Codes. This
allows you to monitor all activity on the channel you are using.
Interference Eliminator Code Chart
Talkabout
Code Hz Freq 7/7x Code Talkabout Code Hz Freq 7/7x Code
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
67.0
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5
91.5
94.8
97.4
100.0
103.5
107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123.0
127.3
A
B
C
D
E
F
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
131.8
136.5
141.3
146.2
151.4
156.7
162.2
167.9
173.8
179.9
186.2
192.8
203.5
210.7
218.1
225.7
233.6
241.8
250.3
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Channel Frequency Chart
Channel MHz
1 462.5625
2 462.5875
3 462.6125
4 462.6375
5 462.6625
6 462.6875
7 462.7125
Channel MHz
8 467.5625
9 467.5875
10 467.6125
11 467.6375
12 467.6625
13 467.6875
14 467.7125
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The channel/frequency and Interference Eliminator Code charts on these
pagesprovidefrequencyandcode compatibilityinformation.Thesecharts are
useful when usingTalkabout two-way radios with othertwo-way radios.

1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Motorola, Inc. warrants the enclosed product against defects in material and workman-
ship under normal use andservice for one (1) year provided it is returned in accordance
with this warranty. If defective, the product will be repaired or replaced atMotorola’s
option,at nocharge,withdatedproof of purchase. This warranty does not cover defects
or damage resulting from: misuse, improper operation, unauthorized modification, liquid,
batteries, or normal wear and tear.
MOTOROLA IS NOT LIABLE FOR DAMAGESIN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF
THE PRODUCT, FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT
OF THE USE OR INABILITY TOUSE SUCH PRODUCT, TO THE FULL EXTENT SUCH MAY
BE DISCLAIMED BY LAW. THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY. HOWEVER, SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIEDWARRANTYLASTS,SO THEABOVELIMITATIONMAYNOTAPPLYTOYOU.THIS
WARRANTYGIVESYOUSPECIFICLEGAL RIGHTS,ANDYOUMAY HAVEOTHERRIGHTS
WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
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Copyright Information: The Motorola products described in this manual may include
copyrighted Motorola programs stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws
inthe United Statesand other countries preserve for Motorola, certainexclusive rights for
copyrighted computerprograms,includingtheexclusiverightto copyor reproduce in any
form, the copyrighted Motorola programs. Accordingly, any copyrighted Motorola
computer programs containedin theMotorola productsdescribedin thismanualmay not
be copied or reproduced in any manner without the express written permission of
Motorola.Furthermore, thepurchaseof Motorola products shall not be deemed to grant
either directly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise,any licenseunder thecopyrights,
patents or patent applications of Motorola, except for the normal non-exclusive royalty
free license to use that arises by operation of law inthe sale of a product.
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 &  3/ FCC Information: Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by Motorola may void the user’s authority granted by theFCC to
operatethisradioand shouldnotbemade. TocomplywithFCCrequirements,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 users of
those services. Replacement of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.)
not authorized bytheFCC equipment authorization forthisradiocould violateFCC rules.

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This product is covered by one or more of the following United
States Patents:
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The Motorola equipment 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 e clusive rights for copy-
righted computer programs, including the e clusive right to copy or reproduce in any
form the copyrighted computer program. Accordingly, any copyrighted Motorola
computer programs contained in the Motorola equipment described in this manual may
not be copied or reproduced in any manner without the e press permission of Motorola,
Inc. Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola equipment shall not be deemed to grant either
directly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise any license under the copyrights, pat-
ents or patent applications of Motorola, e cept for the normal none clusive, royalty free
license to use arising by operation of law in the sale of this product.
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To make it easier for you to learn how to use your two-way radio, we’ve
included this quick reference guide to the button functions of your Talkabout
radio(s).
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Function Press Menu To Change Use Press To Set
Channel Selection Once Scroll Buttons Push-To-Talk
Code Selection 2 times Scroll Buttons Push-To-Talk
Scan List 3 times Scan Button Push-To-Talk
Call Tone Alert 4 times Scroll Buttons Push-To-Talk
VOX Sensitivity 5 times Scroll Buttons Push-To-Talk
Auto Power Off 6 times Scroll Buttons Push-To-Talk
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Function PressLight/Lock Function PressLight/Lock
Turn On Light Press Once TurnOff Light TimeOut, 5 seconds
Lock Keypad Press and Hold Unlock Keypad Press and Hold
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Function Press Monitor
Check Channel Activity Once
  
Function Press Call
Call Tone Alert Once
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Function Press Scan Function Press Scan
Turn On Scan Once Turn Off Scan Once
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