Model T5583
Control Buttons
KEM-PK15560-02A
Display Screen Guide
Getting Started
Talking and Listening
Installing the AA Batteries
Your radio uses 3 AA Alkaline batteries.
1. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery latch up to release
the battery cover and remove the cover.
2. Insert 3 AA Alkaline batteries as shown on the inside of the battery
compartment.
3. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
Note: The T5583 model radios can use a NiMH rechargeable battery instead
of 3 AA Alkaline batteries. A rechargeable battery upgrade kit, is available
for these radios.
Installing the NiMH Battery Pack
1. Follow step 1 above to remove the battery cover.
2. Remove the battery pack from the clear plastic bag.
Do not disassemble or unwrap the battery pack.
3. Insert the NiMH battery pack so the metal contacts on the side of the
battery are facing outward from the radio to connect with the contacts
on the battery door.
4. 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 . 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.
Using the Desk Stand Charger (Optional Accessory)
The desk stand charger provides drop-in charging convenience for NiMH batteries
and can be placed on any flat surface, such as a desk or workbench. Charge the
NiMH battery overnight (at least 16 hours) before using it for the first time.
After the initial charge, an empty battery is fully charged within 14 hours.
1. Turn the radio off and remove the battery cover.
2. Remove the battery pack from the clear plastic bag. Do not disassemble or
unwrap the battery pack.
3. Insert the NiMH battery pack so the metal contacts on the side of the battery
are facing outward from the radio to connect with the contacts on the
battery door.
4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
5. Plug the AC power supply into the plug on the desk stand.
6. Plug the AC power supply into a standard wall outlet.
7. Remove the battery pocket inserts from the charger pockets.
8. With a radio facing forward, slide it into one of the charging pockets.
Notes
• The light on the charging base will glow continuously when radio/battery
is inserted.
• 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, remove the radio or battery from the charger within
16 hours. Do not store the radio in the charger.
Attaching the Belt Clip
1. Align the belt clip post with the hole in the back of the radio.
2. Gently push until the clip clicks into place.
Removing the Belt Clip
1. Push down on the release tab at the top of the belt clip to release the catch.
2. Pull the belt clip away from the back of the radio.
Turning Your Radio On and Off
Turn clockwise to turn the radio on and counterclockwise to turn the radio
off. The radio chirps and the display briefly shows all feature icons available on
your radio.
Setting the Volume
Rotate while holding down until you reach a comfortable
listening level. Rotate clockwise to increase the volume or counterclockwise
to decrease the volume.
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel
and Interference Eliminator Code.
To talk, press and hold . Hold the radio 2 to 3 inches away from your mouth
when talking. When you finish talking, release (press to talk),
release to listen.
Talk Range
Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve transmission range.
Do not use the radios closer than 5 feet apart.
Checking the Channel Before Transmitting
Your radio has multiple channels shared on a "take turns" basis. For
uninterrupted communication, do not talk on a channel if someone else is
currently talking on it.
To check for activity on a channel before you talk, press and hold .
If you hear static, the channel is clear to use.
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.
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T5583
TWO-WAY RADIO
USER’S GUIDE
®
Use
to:
• Select menu options
• Exit the menu (when
pressed while in a
menu)
• Lock and unlock the
keypad (when held
down and not in a
menu)
Accessory Jack
Use
to:
• Scan
Use
and
to:
• Scroll through menus
Microphone
Alerts
Alerts
Channel Busy Indicator
When a channel is busy, the LED flashes twice per second.
Setting and Transmitting Call Tones
Your radio can transmit different call tones to other radios in your group so you
can alert them that you want to talk.
To set a call tone:
1. With the radio on, press 3 times. The current call tone setting flashes
and displays.
2. Press or to change and hear the call tone.
3. Press or to set the new call tone.
To transmit your call tone to other radios set to the same channel and
Interference Eliminator Code as your radio, press .
Notes
• The T5583 model has 10 call tones.
• Setting the call tone to disables the call tone feature.
Transmitting a Talk Confirmation Tone
You can set your radio to transmit an unique tone when you finish transmitting.
It's like saying Roger or Over to let others know you are finished talking.
• To turn talk confirmation on, press and hold while you turn the radio on.
When you release after transmitting, your call tone transmits
and displays.
• To turn talk confirmation off, turn your radio off and then back on
while pressing and holding .
Use
to:
• Turn radio on/off
• Adjust volume
LED Indicator Light
Use
to:
• Talk
• Save a setting
Use
to:
• Transmit call tone
Removable front cover
Speaker
T5583
Channel Frequency (MHz) Channel Frequency (MHz)
1
446.00625
2
446.01875
3
446.03125
4
446.04375
7
446.08125
6
446.06875
5
446.05625
8
446.09375
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Interference Eliminator Code
Interference Eliminator Codes help minimize interference by providing you with
a choice of code combinations.
To set the code for a channel:
1. Press until the code starts to flash.
2. Press or to select the code.
3. Press to save the code setting.
You can set a different code for each channel using this procedure.
Note: You must set the Interference Eliminator Code to on an FRS radio that
uses Interference Eliminator Codes to communicate with other FRS radios that
do not have Interference Eliminator Codes.
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Special Features
Locking the Keypad
To avoid accidentally changing your radio settings, press and hold for 3
seconds or until displays. You can turn the radio on and off, adjust the
volume, receive, transmit, send a call tone, and monitor channels. All other
functions are locked. To unlock the radio, press and hold for 3 seconds
or until is no longer displayed.
Scanning Channels
Use scanning to monitor channels and codes for transmissions or to find
someone in your group who has accidentally changed channels.
To start scanning, briefly press and release . The scan indicator
displays . When the radio detects channel activity, it stops scanning and you
can hear the transmission. To respond to the transmitting, press within
5 seconds.
Advanced Scan
If the radio stops scanning on a channel you do not want to listen to, briefly
press and release or to resume scanning for the next active channel.
Removing Channels from the Scan List (Nuisance Delete Feature)
To remove a channel so the radio does not stop on it while scanning, press
and hold or for at least 3 seconds, then release. This temporarily
removes the channel from the scan list.
To restore the channel, turn the radio off and then back on.
Note:You cannot remove the channel your radio was set to when you started
the scan (called your home channel).
– Battery Meter
Numbers for
Channel,
Call Tone
Numbers for
Codes
– Scan
– Hands-Free
(Vox/iVox)
– Lock
– Talk Confirmation Tone
(Roger Beep)
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 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
• 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 Radio communications
(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 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 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 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, please refer to warranty section.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive
Safety and General Use During Activity
The use of a two-way radio while engaged in activities requiring concentration
may cause distraction or otherwise impair your ability to safely participate in
such activities. Always use technology safely.
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.
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. 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.
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For More Information
For further information, you may call:
Alcom Electronics Pte LTD
37, Kallang Pudding Road,
Blk-B Tong Lee Building,
#05-08, Singapore 349315
PH: (65) 6841 2668 , FAX: (65) 6841 2628
E-MAIL: support@alcom.com.sg
Setting a Channel
Your radio has 8 channels. Channels 1-8 are .5 watt.
1. With the radio on, press . The current channel flashes.
2. Press or to set the channel.
3. Press to confirm your selection or to continue set up.
Channels and Frequencies
