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Two-Way Radio

User’s Guide

Model FV200 Series

Safety and General Information

FCC Licensing Information

Control Buttons

KEM-PK10876

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 in user guides published prior to December 1, 2002.

Transmit and Receive Procedure

Your two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. 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 receive calls, release the PTT button.

• To transmit (talk), press the Push to Talk (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).

Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy

Your Motorola two-way radio complies with the
following RF energy exposure standards and guidelines:

• United States Federal communications Commission, Code of Federal

Regulations; 47CFR part 2 sub-part J

• American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical

and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992

• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999

Edition

• International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection

(ICNIRP) 1998

Getting Started

Display Screen Guide

Installing the Batteries:

Your radio uses three AAA Alkaline batteries and beeps when the
batteries are low.
1. Turn the radio off.
2. With the back of the radio facing you, use a coin to wedge the

battery cover open.

3. Insert three AAA Alkaline batteries as shown on the inside of the

battery compartment.

4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.

NOTE:

The FV200 model radio can use a NiMH rechargeable battery

instead of three AAA batteries. A rechargeable battery upgrade kit is
available with the rechargeable version.

Installing the NiMH Battery Pack:

1. Turn the radio off.
2. Follow step 2 above to remove the battery cover.
3. Remove the battery pack from the clear plastic bag.

DO NOT

DISASSEMBLE OR UNWRAP THE BATTERY PACK.

4. Insert the NiMH battery pack so the “This Side Up” is showing.
5. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.

Battery Meter

The battery icon shows the battery charge level, from full to
empty . When the battery is empty, the radio chirps periodically
after releasing PTT. The radio powers off when the voltage drops below
a predetermined level to protect the rechargeable battery.

Note:

Remove the batteries before storing your radio for extended

periods of time. Batteries corrode over time and may cause permanent
damage to your radio.

Talking and Listening

1. To talk, press and hold .
2. When you are finished talking, release .

For maximum clarity, hold the radio two to three inches away from your
mouth and speak directly into the microphone. Do not cover the
microphone while talking.

Talk Range

Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve
transmission range. Do not use the radios closer than five feet apart.

Push to Talk Timeout Timer

To prevent accidental transmissions and save battery life, the radio
emits a continuous warning tone and stops transmitting if you press

for 60 continuous seconds.

Low Battery Alert

In addition to your battery meter showing how much battery power you
have, your radio will beep to alert you to the fact that your batteries
are low.

Recharging NiMH Battery Pack

(optional accessory)

1. Follow steps 1-5 for installing the NiMH battery pack.
2. Plug the AC power adapter into the AC adapter plug on the side of

the radio.

3. Plug the AC power adapter into the wall.

Notes:

• The light on AC power adapter will glow continuously when

radio/battery is connected.

• When moving between hot and cold temperatures, do not charge the

battery until the battery temperature acclimates (usually about 20
minutes).

• For optimal battery life, unplug the radio from the AC power adapter

within 16 hours.

• When your radio is plugged into the AC power adapter, your radio will

not work.

Turning Your Radio On and Off

To turn on,

press and hold

until a channel number appears

and the radio beeps.

To turn off,

press and hold

until the

radio beeps and the display goes blank.

Adjusting the Volume

Press

to increase or

–

to decrease the volume. The volume level

flashes and

VOL

displays.

Attaching and Removing the Belt Clip

Hook the belt clip into the notch at the top of the radio and slide down
until it clicks into place. To remove, press locking tab back and lift up.

Initial Setup

Selecting the Channel

The channel is the frequency your radio uses to transmit. Your radio
has 22 channels.

1. Briefly press and release

. The channel number flashes.

2. Press

–

to select a channel.

3. Press to confirm or

to continue set up.

For More Information

For further information, you may call Motorola at 1-800-638-5119 (U.S.
and Canada) or visit us on the Internet at http://www.motorola.com.

Setting and Transmitting Call Tones

Your radio has 10 different call tones that you can transmit to other
radios in your group to alert them that you want to talk.

To set a call tone:
1. With the radio on, short press

until the appears. The

current call tone setting flashes.

2. Press

–

to change and hear the call tone.

3. Press to set the new call tone or

to continue set up.

To transmit your call tone to other radios set to the same channel as
your radio, press .

Note:

Setting the call to 0 disables the call tone feature.

Transmitting a Talk Confirmation Tone

You can set your radio to transmit a unique tone when you finish
transmitting. It is like saying “Roger” or “Over” to let others know you
are finished talking.

1. With the radio on, short press MENU until the appears. The

current setting On/Off flashes.

2. Press

–

to turn On or Off.

3. Press to set the talk confirmation tone or

to continue

set up.

Key Tone On/Off

You may enable or disable the speaker key tones. You will hear the key
tone each time a button is pushed.

1. Short press

until appears and the current setting

On/Off will flash.

2. Press either

–

to turn On or Off.

3. Press to confirm or

to continue set up.

When the Key Tone Feature is off, the following are not disabled:
• Transmit timeout alert tone;
• Power-down alert tone;
• Low battery alert tone; or
• The transmitted TCT tone.

Auto Power On/Off

Your radio will save power by automatically turning itself off if unused
after a predetermined amount of time.

1. Activate this setting by short pressing

until the displays.

The current setting (0, 30, 60, 90) will flash.

2. Press

–

to set the time to 30 minutes, 60 minutes or 90 minutes.

3. When you exit Menu mode, the setting timer will begin if you are not

using the radio.

4. The screen shows

5. Press to confirm or

to continue set up.

Scanning Channels

Use scanning to monitor channels for transmissions or to find someone
in your group who has accidentally changed channels.

1. Short press

until the appears. The current setting

On/Off will flash.

2. Press either

–

to turn On or Off.

3. Press to confirm or

to continue set up.

When the radio detects channel activity, it stops scanning and you can
hear the transmission. To respond, press within five seconds.

Advanced Scan

If the radio stops scanning on a channel you do not want to listen to,

briefly press and release

–

to resume scanning for the next

active channel.

Monitor

Use this feature to see if there is anyone on the channel you have
selected.

1. Short press

until

appears.

2. When you finish listening, press to confirm or

continue set up.

Note:

Monitor will time out after five seconds if or

is not

pressed

Keypad Lock

To avoid accidentally changing your radio settings you can lock your
keypad:

1. Short press

until the appears. The current setting

On/Off will flash.

2. Push the

–

to turn On or Off.

3. The will be displayed on your screen.

When in lock mode, you cannot adjust the volume but all other
functions work as usual.

Note:

To unlock press and hold

for a few seconds.

Using Audio Accessories

There are many accessories (sold separately) available for your radio.
For more Information contact the place of purchase.

1. Turn the radio off. Plug the accessory connector into the accessory

jack.

2. Turn the radio on. Lower the volume before placing the accessory on

your heador in your ear.

3. Adjust the volume to a comfortable level.

4. To transmit, press and speak into the accessory microphone,

if any.

5. To receive, release.

1. Call Tone Button

Short press sends call tone.

2. Push to Talk

(PTT)

Push to transmit,
release to listen.
In Menu mode,
push to confirm
selection.

3. Power/Menu

Button

Long press turns
radio on or off.
Short press
enters Menu
mode.

4. Plus Button

Increases volume
(volume level
flashes and VOL
displays).
In Menu mode,
enables you to
change the
channel or turn
features on or off.

5. Minus Button

Decreases
volume (volume
level flashes and
VOL displays).
In Menu mode,
enables you to
change the
channel or to turn
features on or off.

• Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits of Human Exposure

to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range
from 3 KHz to 300 GHz, 1999

• Australian communications Authority Radiocommunications

(Electromagnetic Radiation—Human Exposure) Standard, 2003

• ANATAL ANNEX to Resolution No. 303 of July 2, 2002 “Regulation of

limitation of exposure to electrical, magnetic and electromagnetic
fields in the radio frequency range between 9 KHz and 300GHz” and
“Attachment to resolution #303 from July 2, 2002”

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.

Body-Worn Operation

To maintain compliances 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 1 inch (2.5 cm)

from your body when transmitting.

Battery Charger Safety Instructions:

Save these Instructions

1. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.

2. Do not operate or disassemble the charger if it has received a sharp

blow, or has been dropped or damaged in any way.

3. Never alter the AC cord or plug provided with the unit. If the plug will

not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician. An improper condition can result in a risk of electric
shock.

4. To reduce the risk of damage to the cord or plug, pull the plug rather

than the cord when disconnecting the charger from the AC receptacle.

5. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the

outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

6. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Motorola may

result in a risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.

7. Make sure the cord is located so it will not be stepped on, tripped

over or subjected to damage or stress.

8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.

Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of a 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.

• The extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.

• The cord size is 18 AWG for lengths up to 100 feet, and 16 AWG for

lengths up to 150 feet.

9. The supply cord of this charger cannot be replaced. If the cord is

damaged, call Motorola Product Services at 1-800-353-2729 in the USA
or 1-888-390-6456 TTY (text telephone).

Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere. Only radio types that are especially qualified should be
used 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.

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 radios.” 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—like 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.

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 GMRS frequencies obtain a radio license before operating their
equipment. To obtain the FCC forms, please request Form

605

and

159

which includes all of the forms and instructions you will need.

If you wish to have the document faxed or mailed, or if you have
questions, please use the following contact information:

You may also visit the FCC’s Web site at http://www.fcc.gov.

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 provide 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.

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

Approved Accessories

For a list of approved Motorola accessories, visit out Web site at
www.Motorola.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. This device complies with
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference; and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

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 onboard on 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 cm) 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.

People with pacemakers should:

• ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 cm) 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 there is any reason to suspect that

interference is taking place.

Medical Devices – 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 regarding the use of radios in the area
where you drive, and always obey them. If you do use 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.

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.

Channel Frequency Description Channel Frequency Description

462.5625

MHz

GMRS/FRS

467.6625

MHz

FRS

462.5875

MHz

GMRS/FRS

467.6875

MHz