Motorola Talkabout T6250 User manual

Model T6250
@6881041B45@
6881041B45-O
020513-O

Introduction
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Introduction
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contact you should your Motorola Product require an update or other service.
Registration is not required for warranty coverage. To register your product on-
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Please retain your original dated sales receipt for your records. For warranty
service of your Motorola Personal Communications Product you will need to
provide a copy of your dated sales receipt to confirm warranty status.

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Motorola, the Stylized M Logo, and all other trademarks indicated as such herein
are trademarks of Motorola, Inc.
Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off.
© 2002 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.
Consumer Products Division
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Lawrenceville, GA 30043
For a large-print version of this guide, or for product-related questions, please call
1-800-353-2729 in the USA or 1-888-390-6456 TTY (Text Telephone).
On the web, please refer to the Two-Way Radio section at:
www.motorola.com/store

Contents
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Contents
Safety and General Information .4
FCC Licensing Information . . . .14
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Control Buttons and Basic
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Installing the Batteries . . . . . . .16
Battery Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Setting the Battery Type . . . . .17
Charging the NiMH Battery
(Optional Accessory) . . . . . .18
Charging Status . . . . . . . . . . .19
Charging Dock (Optional
Accessory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Turning On Your Radio . . . . . .23
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Turning Off Your Radio . . . . . .25
Setting the Channel . . . . . . . . . .26
To Set the Channel . . . . . . . . .26
Talking and Listening . . . . . . . .27
Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Interference Eliminator Code .29
Monitor/Signal Strength
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Call Tone and Call Display . . . 32
Ring Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Ring and/or VibraCall®Alert . . 33
Talk Confirmation Tone . . . . . 35
Button Beeps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Eavesdrop Reducer . . . . . . . . 36
Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Setting the Weather Channel . 40
Other Important Features . . . . 42
Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Scan List Editing . . . . . . . . . . 43
Auto Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Simple Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Hands-Free Use (VOX) With
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Hands-Free Use Without
Accessories (iVOX) . . . . . . . 45
Frequency and Code Charts . . 46
Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Motorola Limited Warranty . . . 55

Safety and General Information
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Safety and General Information
Important Information on Safe and Efficient Operation
Read This Information Before Using Your Radio
The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety
information contained in user guides published prior to July 2000.
Transmit and Receive Procedure
Your two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. To transmit (talk), you
must push the Push-to-Talk button; to receive (listen), release the Push-to-Talk
button.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy
Your Motorola radio is designed to comply with the following national and
international standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human beings to
radio frequency electromagnetic energy:
• United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal
Regulations; 47 CFR part 2 sub-part J
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and
Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 Edition
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP)
1998

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• Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits of Human Exposure to
Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz
to 300 GHz, 1999
• Australian Communications Authority Radiocommunications
(Electromagnetic Radiation - Human Exposure) Standard 2001 (applicable to
wireless phones only)
To assure optimal radio performance and make sure human exposure to radio
frequency electromagnetic energy is within the guidelines set forth in the above
standards, always adhere to the following procedures:
Portable Radio Operation and EME Exposure
Antenna Care
Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized
antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and may violate
FCC regulations.
DO NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the antenna
affects the effective range.
Two-Way Radio Operation
When using your radio as a traditional two-way radio, hold the radio
in a vertical position with the microphone one to two inches (2.5
to 5 cm) away from the lips.

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To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the general population/
uncontrolled environment exposure limits, always adhere to the following
procedure:
• Transmit no more than 50% of the time.
• To transmit (talk), push the Push-to-Talk (PTT) button.
• To receive calls, release the PTT button.
Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because the radio generates
measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring
standards compliance).
Body-Worn Operation
To maintain compliance with FCC/Health Canada RF exposure guidelines, if you
wear a radio on your body when transmitting, always place the radio in a
Motorola-supplied or approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for this
product. Use of non-Motorola-approved accessories may exceed FCC/Health
Canada RF exposure guidelines. If you do not use one of the Motorola-supplied
or approved body-worn accessories, and are not using the radio held in the
normal use position, ensure the radio and its antenna are at least one inch
(2.5 cm) from your body when transmitting.
Data Operation
If applicable, when using any data feature of the radio with or without an
accessory cable, position the radio and its antenna at least one inch (2.5 cm)
from the body.

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Approved Accessories
For a list of approved Motorola accessories visit our website at www.mot.com.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
Note: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic
interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise
configured for electromagnetic compatibility.
Facilities
To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your
radio in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health
care facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy.
Aircraft
When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when on board an aircraft. Any use
of a radio must be in accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew
instructions.
Medical Devices
Pacemakers
The Advanced Medical Technology Association recommends that a minimum
separation of 6 inches (15 centimeters) be maintained between a handheld
wireless radio and a pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the
independent research by, and recommendations of the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration.

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Persons with pacemakers should:
• ALWAYS keep the radio more than six inches (15 centimeters) from their
pacemaker when the radio is turned ON.
• not carry the radio in the breast pocket.
• use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference.
• turn the radio OFF immediately if you have any reason to suspect that
interference is taking place.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of
such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to
discuss alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your
device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your physician
may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Safety and General Use While Driving
Check the laws and regulations on the use of radios in the area where you drive.
Always obey them.
When using your radio while driving, please:
• Give full attention to driving and to the road.
• Use hands-free operation, if available.
• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving
conditions so require.

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Operational Warnings
For Vehicles with an Air Bag
Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag
deployment 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 the vehicle.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere, unless it is a radio type especially qualified for use in such areas as
“Intrinsically Safe.” Do not remove, install, or charge batteries in such areas.
Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire
resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Note: The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above
include fueling areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or chemical
transfer or storage 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 off your vehicle engine.
Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often but not always
posted.

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Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your radio when
you are near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area, or in areas posted: “Turn
off two-way radio.” Obey all signs and instructions.
Operational Cautions
Antennas
Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged
antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn can result.
Batteries
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if a
conductive material such as jewelry, keys, or beaded chains touch exposed
terminals. The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short
circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged battery,
particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal
objects.

Charger Safety Instructions
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Charger Safety Instructions
Before using the battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on
the:
1. battery
2. battery charger, and
3. radio using the battery.
Caution: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only the rechargeable batteries
listed below. Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal
injury and damage.
Single-Unit Charger
Batteries
Kit Number Description
NTN9393 110V - NiMH Charging Adapter
Kit Number Capacity in
milliampere-hour mAH Composition
NTN9395 550 mAH NiMH

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Save these Instructions
1. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
2. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, or has been
dropped or damaged in any way.
3. Do not disassemble the charger if it has received a sharp blow, or has been
dropped or damaged in any way.
4. Never alter the AC cord or plug provided with the unit. If plug will not fit the
outlet, have proper outlet installed by 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 the plug rather than the cord
when disconnecting charger from AC receptacle.
6. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
7. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Motorola may result in a
risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
8. Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped
over, or subjected to damage or stress.

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9. 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 an extension cord must be used, make sure:
• That the pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size
and shape as those on the plug of the charger.
• That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition,
and
• That the cord size is18 AWG for lengths up to 100 feet, and 16 AWG for
lengths up to 150 feet.
10. The supply cord of this charger cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged,
call Motorola Customer Care Center at 1-800-353-2729 in the USA or
1-888-390-6456 TTY (Text Telephone).

FCC Licensing Information
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FCC Licensing Information
Your Motorola radio operates on General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)
frequencies and is subject to the Rules and Regulations of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC requires that all operators using
General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies obtain a radio license before
operating their equipment. To obtain the FCC licensing forms, please request
Forms 605 and 159. If you want to have the document faxed, mailed, or have
questions, please use the following contact information.
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.
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

Getting Started
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Getting Started
Control Buttons and Basic Operation
Use P(Power) to:
Use \to:
Use ( (Call) to:
Microphone
Use [and ]to:
U
se Mto:
-
Talk on the radio
-
Exit the menu (when briefly
Indicator Light
- Turn power on/off
- Scroll through menus
- Lock the keypad (when
held down and not in a
menu)
- Transmit call tone
- Adjust volume
- Scroll through menu
settings
Use )(Scan/Monitor) to
:
- Turn scan on/off
(short press)
- Monitor the channel &
check signal strength
(long press)
pressed while in a menu)
- Exit the menu (when held
down while in a menu)
Use Qto:
- Turn on backlight
(short press).
- Press and hold to
switch between
weather mode and
two-way mode.

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Installing the Batteries
Your radio uses 3 AA Alkaline batteries or a rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride
(NiMH) battery (sold separately). A NiMH battery upgrade kit (56319) is also
available. Call 1-800-353-2729 in the USA for a dealer nearest you.
1. If the radio is on, turn it off by pressing and holding P .
2. Push latch up until it clicks.
3. Lift back cover off
4. Remove and replace batteries so the + marking matches the one in the com-
partment or the NiMH charge contacts are facing out toward the battery
door.
5. Hook back cover on the hinges.
6. Close the battery door, pressing lightly until the latch clicks and returns to its
original position.
Latch

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Battery Meter
The battery meter on the top-left corner of the display shows how much battery
power you have. It shows d(full), b(two-thirds full), c(one-third full),
or a(empty). When the battery is low (c), the radio beeps every 10 minutes
indicating it’s time to change or charge them.
Setting the Battery Type
This feature is used to set the battery meter to recognize and properly display the
power usage for either alkaline or rechargeable batteries.
To set the battery type, press \until dis displayed. Press [
or ]until your choice of A(alkaline) or n(NiMH or NiCad) is
displayed, then press Mto set.

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Charging the NiMH Battery (Optional Accessory)
Charge the NiMH battery overnight (16 hours) before using it for the first time. It
will only need up to four hours of charging thereafter.
1. If the radio is on, turn it off by pressing and holding P, or place the NiMH
battery in the charger adapter cover.
2. At the contacts on the back of the radio (or if you are charging just the bat-
tery, at the battery contacts), position the charger so the large hook on the
end of the charger is over the large slot on the battery door, or if you are
charging the battery by itself, on the large slot on the charger adapter cover.
3. Place the small hook on the other end of the charger over the small slot and
snap it into place.
4. Plug in the charger.
Charger Or
Battery
Light Indicator
Charger
Adapter
Cover