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- Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 1
AA Batteries 12 Installing the NiCd Battery Pack 12 Battery Meter 13 Attaching the Belt Clip 14 Removing the Belt Clip 14 Turning Your Radio On and Off 15 Setting the Volume 15 Setting a Channel 15 Channels and Frequencies 16 Weather Channels and Frequencies 16 Talking and Listening 17 - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 2
safety information in user guides published prior to December 1, 2002. Transmit and Receive Procedure Your two-way radio contains a transmitter and of measuring standards compliance). Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy Your Motorola two-way radio complies with the following RF energy exposure - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 3
frequency range between 9 KHz and 300 GHz" 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 - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 4
and General Information When using your radio as a traditional two-way radio, hold the radio in a vertical position with the microphone 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 - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 5
Safety and General Information 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. - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 6
road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require. 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 - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 7
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 - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 8
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. attachment not recommended or sold by Motorola may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury. 8 - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 9
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 USA or 1-888-390-6456 TTY (Text Telephone). 9 - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 10
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 GMRS frequencies obtain a radio license before operating - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 11
Control Buttons - Model T6500 and T6550 Use to: • Turn radio on/off • Adjust volume LED Indicator Light Use (Push to Talk) to: • Talk • Save a setting Use to: • Transmit call tone Speaker Accessory Jack Cover Use - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 12
3 AA Alkaline batteries. A rechargeable battery upgrade kit, is available for these radios. Installing the NiCd Battery Pack 1. Follow step 1 above to remove the battery 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 - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 13
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 - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 14
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 - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 15
Press and hold while rotating until you reach a comfortable listening level. Rotate clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the volume. Do not hold the radio close to your ear. If the volume is set to an uncomfortable level, it could hurt your ear. Setting a Channel Your - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 16
Channels and Frequencies Channel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Frequency 462.5625 MHz 462.5875 MHz 462.6125 MHz 462.6375 MHz 462.6625 MHz 462.6875 MHz 462.7125 MHz 467.5625 MHz 467.5875 MHz 467.6125 MHz 467.6375 MHz Description GMRS/FRS GMRS/FRS GMRS/FRS GMRS/FRS GMRS/FRS GMRS/FRS GMRS/FRS FRS FRS FRS - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 17
than 5 feet apart. Monitor Button Pressing and holding for 3 seconds allows you to listen to the volume level of the radio when you are not receiving. This allows you to adjust the volume, if necessary. You can also use to check for activity on the current - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 18
so you can quickly reach the code you want. Note: You must set the Interference Eliminator Code to on a radio that uses Interference Eliminator Codes to communicate with radios that do not have Interference Eliminator Codes. Push to Talk Timeout Timer To prevent accidental transmissions and save - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 19
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. Enhanced Scanning Scanning is used to: • Monitor Channels and codes for transmissions and lock - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 20
occurs within 5 seconds, scanning will resume. Advanced Scan If the radio stops scanning on a channel you do not want to listen to, second time to activate scan again. To restore a previously deleted channel, turn the radio off and then back on. The channel is now restored. Note: You cannot - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 21
off and plug the VOX accessory into the accessory port (see page 11 for accessory port location). 2. Turn the volume down, then turn the radio on. flashes on the display. 3. Adjust the volume appropriately by rotating . Note: There is a short delay between the time you start talking and when the - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 22
listen to weather channel, you cannot use your radio in scan mode or for two-way communications. Both NOAA and Environment Canada have transmitters not provide an endorsement or implied endorsement by NOAA's National Weather Service, nor does the use of the Weatheradio logo provide an endorsement - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 23
- twice or displays 2. Press or to select (ON). If you activate Weather Alert and return to two-way mode, will display. 3. Press to save the weather alert setting. As with two-way radio reception, weather channel reception depends on how close you are to a transmitter and whether you are indoors - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 24
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 . Note: Setting the call tone to disables the call tone feature. Transmitting a Talk Confirmation Tone You can set - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 25
The QT noise filtering feature helps ensure uninterrupted communication with other Motorola radios that have this feature. This feature filters out unwanted transmissions from other radios. It is useful in places where there is heavy radio traffic, such as at an amusement park or ski resort. Note - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 26
is receiving a message. This is useful in noisy environments. When the alert is on, the radio vibrates once every 30 seconds when you receive a message on the channel and code you set. • To turn vibrating alerts on, press display . • To turn - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 27
off, lift the accessory jack cover, then plug the audio accessory into the accessory port (see page11 for accessory port location). 2. Turn the radio on. Lower the volume before placing the accessory on your head or in your ear. 3. Press while rotating to adjust the volume to a comfortable level - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 28
Accessories When you connect a VOX accessory, the radio is automatically set to the last chosen sensitivity level. Note: If iVox is activated while setting the sensitivity level, a is displayed above . If VOX is activated while setting the sensitivity level, an is displayed above . 28 - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 29
Patent Information Patent Information This product is manufactured under one or more of the following United States patents. 5896277 5894292 5864752 5699006 5742484 D408396 D399821 D387758 D389158 5894592 5893027 5789098 5734975 5861850 D395882 D383745 D389827 D389139 5929825 5926514 5953640 - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 30
for this product. Motorola, the Motorola logo trademarks and the Motorola trade dress are owned by Motorola, Inc. and are used under license from Motorola, Inc. Please contact Giant International Ltd. at 800-638-5119 for questions/comments, warranty, support, or service related to this product - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 31
contained below, Giant International Ltd. warrants the Motorola branded wireless telephones, pagers, and consumer two-way radios that operate via Family Radio Service or General Mobile Radio Service that it manufactures ("Products"), the Motorola branded or certified accessories sold for use with - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 32
purpos- wired connection. es or subjecting the Product or 3. Consumer Two-Way Radio 3. Ninety (90) days from the date of Accessory to abnormal usage or conditions; or (d) other acts which are not the fault of Motorola or Accessories. purchase by the first (Giant International Ltd.), are - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 33
or Modification. Defects or damages resulting from service, testing, adjustment, installation, maintenance, alteration, or modification in any way by someone other than Motorola, (Giant International Ltd.) or its authorized service centers, are excluded from coverage. Warranty Altered Products - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 34
Warranty Products Covered B. Software. Applies only to physical defects in the media that embodies the copy of the software (e.g. CD-ROM, or floppy disk). Length of Coverage B. Ninety (90) days from the date of purchase. Exclusions Software Embodied in Physical Media. No warranty is made that the - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 35
? To obtain service or information, please call: USA Two-Way Radios 1-800-638-5119 Canada Two-Way radio 1-800-638-5119 For Accessories and Software, please call the telephone number designated above for the product with which they are used. Warranty You will receive instructions on how to - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 36
WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER, AND IS PROVIDED IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OF IMPLIED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MOTOROLA OR GIANT INTERNATIONAL LTD. BE LIABLE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 37
14 channels ensure backward compatibility with FRS two-way radios. • 99 Interference Eliminator Codes 38 standard codes plus 61 exclusive digital codes for superior interference protection. • 8 Weather Channels Receive NOAA weather bulletins. Weather radio service may not be available in all areas - Motorola T-6550R | User Guide - Page 38
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Contents
Contents
Safety and General Information
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2
FCC Licensing Information
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10
Control Buttons
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11
Getting Started
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12
Installing the the AA Batteries
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12
Installing the NiCd Battery Pack
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12
Battery Meter
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13
Attaching the Belt Clip
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14
Removing the Belt Clip
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14
Turning Your Radio On and Off
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15
Setting the Volume
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Setting a Channel
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Channels and Frequencies
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Weather Channels and Frequencies
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Talking and Listening
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Talk Range
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Monitor Button
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Special Features
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Interference Eliminator Code
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Push to Talk Timeout Timer
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Locking the Keypad
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Enhanced Scanning
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Advanced Scan
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Handsfree Use
Without Accessories (iVOX)
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Handsfree Scan
With Accessories (VOX)
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Weather
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Setting the Weather Channel
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Alerts
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Channel Busy Indicator
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Setting and Transmitting Call Tones
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Transmitting a Talk Confirmation Tone
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QT Noise Filtering
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VibraCall
®
Alert
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Accessories
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Using Audio Accessories
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Setting the Sensitivity Level
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Patent Information
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Copyright Information
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Warranty
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