Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Throughout this publication, you will notice the use of WARN- INGS, CAUTIONS, and Notes. These notations are used to empha- size that safety hazards exist, and care must be taken or observed. WARNING Caution Note: An operational procedure, practice, or condition, etc., which is important to emphasize.
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Product Introduction Welcome to the MTX•LS choice of the Motorola MTX•LS means you have selected the high- est of standards in design, quality, and performance. The MTX•LS radio gives you the flexibility to operate on both con- ventional repeater systems and the popular, LTR tem.
Standard Features and Benefits The following features are standard with the MTX•LS radio. LTR trunked operation 14 systems 3 groups per system Fast system access Automatic retry Flexible group structuring Priority Scan Telephone interconnect allows you to receive telephone calls through a properly-equipped trunking system Transmit Inhibit Call Light...
Rugged, dependable design Designed to MIL-STD 810 C, D and E for shock and vibration, the toughest environmental test for a portable radio 3-Watt power output .00025% frequency stability Power-up check validates correct operation each time the radio...
Radio Self Check Feedback Permanent Monitor Call Light Transmit Inhibit Talk Permit tone Advantages Of Trunking Trunking allows many users to share a fixed number of communi- cation channels without interfering with one another. Telephone companies for years have used trunking to make the most efficient use of their equipment, and similar trunking methods have been adapted to two-way radio communication.
An information label is attached to the back of your radio (chassis), just under the battery contacts. A radio model number is shown on this label. A typical model number might be H01UCC6DU3AN. The fourth position of the model number (in this case “U”) iden- tifies the operating frequency band of the radio.
Table 2 Antenna Identification Chart Antenna Type 800/900 MHz Stubby, Quarterwave 800MHz Dipole 900MHz Dipole 800MHz Whip 900MHz Whip Antenna Installation Screw the threaded end of the antenna into the antenna receptacle located on top of the radio. Rotate the antenna clockwise until it fits firmly against the bushing.
Battery Installation 1. Turn off the radio and hold it with the back of the radio facing 2. Place the two tabs of the battery (located at the inside base of the battery) into the metal cutouts of the radio (located at the inside base of the radio).
Universal Connector Seal Removal Caution conector universal If the universal connector seal is attached to the radio: 1. Turn the radio off when removing the seal. 2. Grasp the radio as illustrated, and push your thumb against the tabbed portion of the seal with enough force to unsnap the universal connector seal from the radio.
Belt Clip Installation and Removal (on Nickel- Cadmium Batteries Only) Caution Installing the Belt Clip 1. Insert a pencil or equivalent size instrument between the in- side of the belt clip and the metal clip assembly to hold the metal clip partially sprung (metal clip should be approximately parallel with the plastic portion of the belt clip).
Removing The Belt Clip 1. Insert a pencil or equivalent size instrument between the inside of the belt clip and the metal clip assembly to hold the metal clip partially sprung (metal clip should be approximately parallel with the plastic portion of the belt clip).
Quick Reference Controls, Switches, Indicators, and Connectors 3 three position (ABC) toggle switch side button 1 side button 2 side button 3 push-to-talk (PTT) switch 4 indicator LED 2 rotary mode selector knob 1 on-off/volume control MTX LS Quick Reference 5 orange top button 11 universal connector...
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1 ON/OFF/ VOLUME CONTROL Turns the radio on or off and adjusts the volume level. 2 ROTARY MODE SELECTOR KNOB (16-Position) Allows you to select conventional and trunking modes. 3 THREE-POSITION (A B C) TOGGLE SWITCH Allows you to select the radio LTR operating group or conventional channel.
Tones The following table lists MTX•LS radio signal names, their tones, and their meanings. If you hear... TALK PERMIT TONE A high-pitched dit-dit-dit tone after the PTT is pressed TALK PROHIBIT TONE A continuous baaah tone when PTT is pressed TRANSMIT INHIBIT TONE A continuous...
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If you hear... VALID KEY TONE A high-pitched chirp when a button is pressed INVALID KEY TONE A bonk tone when a button is pressed TIME-OUT TIMER WARNING TONE A bonk tone while transmitting TIME-OUT TIMER TONE A continuous baaah tone when the PTT is pressed LOW-BATTERY TONE...
Basic Operation Turning the Radio On 1. Turn the on/off/volume control clockwise until it clicks. You will hear a chirp tone after a successful power-up. NOTE: Each time it is turned on, the radio per- forms a self check to validate correct operation.
NOTE: If the channel is busy during conven- NOTE: The red LED will blink if a low-battery Call Light (Trunking Only) If this feature is enabled on a group or a universal ID that is re- ceived, then the green LED will blink. To turn off the call light, change the group or mode, press the PTT, or press any valid but- ton.
on continuously to indicate that you are “on the air.” 3. If you hear other tone(s) when you push the PTT switch, the radio is alerting you that certain system conditions exist. Refer to Table 3, “MTX•LS Signals,” on page 17. 4.
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an active channel. Three radio-wide variations of smart PTT are available: 1. Transmit Inhibit on Busy Channel: With this feature enabled, you will be inhibited from transmitting if any activity is detected on the channel. 2. Transmit Inhibit on Busy Channel with Wrong Squelch Code: With this feature enabled, you will be inhibited from transmitting on an active channel with a squelch code other than your own.
Telephone Interconnect Your MTX•LS radio is equipped with Telephone Interconnect, which allows you to receive calls from landline telephones through the trunking system central computer. Calls from the landline user can be private or can include a whole group. Keep in mind that a radio operator can either talk or listen at one time, whereas the landline user has duplex (talk and listen) opera- tion.
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to transmit and releasing the PTT switch to listen. NOTE: During phone, several users may share 4. To disconnect the call and return to dispatch operation, the call will be terminated by the landline user or by the system time-out timer. Telephone Interconnect the same ID.
Scan Scan is a feature that allows your MTX•LS portable radio to search for, lock onto, and monitor activity on conventional channels or trunked groups. For mode slaved scan, as many as sixteen modes can be RSS programmed, which may include up to 14 trunked modes or up to 10 conventional channels.
All Group Scan In All Group Scan, all groups within the mode (selected via the 16- position switch) will be scanned. If the mode selected is pro- grammed with this feature, scanning begins with a long press (ap- proximately 1.5 seconds - RSS programmable) of side button 1. During All Group Scan, the LED double-blinks yellow.
Recharge the battery before use to ensure optimum capacity and performance. The battery was designed specifically to be used with a Motorola charger. Charging in non-Motorola equipment may lead to battery damage and void the battery warranty. NOTE: Note: When charging a battery that is attached to the radio, turn the radio off to ensure a full charge.
Memory effect is a phenomenon which causes a temporary loss in battery capacity or voltage due to repetitive shallow discharging or long-term overcharging. This memory effect has been virtually eliminated from Motorola batteries through the use of new cell technology. Battery Disposal For disposal, nickel-cadmium sealed rechargeable batteries should be delivered to an authorized metals-reclamation dealer.
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EPA should be consulted for specific requirements and for recycling options in your area. Motorola, as a responsible corporate citizen, has always been con- cerned with the protection of the environment. For further infor- mation, you may call the Motorola America’s Parts Division, Cus- tomer Service Department, toll-free at 1-800-422-4210.
INMETCO, Bin # M1 P.O. Box 7202 245 Portersville Road Ellwood City, PA 16117 Phone: (412) 758-2800 Fax: (412) 758-9311 For additional information, write to: Motorola Energy Products Division Customer Care Department 1700 Belle Meade Court Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5854 Battery Information...
Optional Accessories Motorola offers several accessories to increase communications ef- ficiency. Many of the accessories are listed. Contact your Motorola dealer for other accessories that apply to your MTX•LS radio and your particular needs. Antennas NAF5037 *Whip (800MHz) NAF5038 *Whip (900MHz...
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Single-Unit Rapid-Charge, 50/60Hz Desk-Top: NTN1171 117Vac, with 117Vac Cord and Plug NTN1172 220Vac with International 220Vac Cord and Plug NTN1173 240Vac with International 240Vac Cord and Plug Single-Unit Dual-Rate Battery Chargers, 50/60Hz Desk-Top: NTN1168 117Vac with 117Vac Cord and Plug NTN1169 220Vac with International 220Vac Cord and Plug NTN1170 240Vac with International 240Vac Cord and plug Multi-Unit Battery Chargers, Six-Pocket Dual-Rate 50/60Hz:...
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* These accessories are approved as being intrinsically safe by Fac- tory Mutual Research Corporation (FMRC). Refer to the radio label for intrinsic safety ratings and required batteries. Only the acces- sories and antennas noted by an asterisk (*) may be used on ap- proved radios.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency electro- magnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment. Motorola subscribes to the same safety standard for the use of its products. Proper operation of this radio will result in user exposure substan-...
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Radios must ship from the Motorola factory with the hazardous atmosphere capability and cannot be modified in the field. Failure to use the radio with the approved battery will negate the approval.
Training Resource Center, Publications-Order Processing Dept. Factory Mutual Engineering and Research, 1151 Boston-Providence Turnpike P.O. Box 9102, Norwood, MA 02062 Telephone: (617) 762-4300, extension 2152 Restrictions Because this radio contains a transmitter, federal law prohibits un- authorized, non-licensed personnel from adjusting or maintaining it.
Airbag Warning Statement WARNING Installation of vehicle communication equipment should be performed by a professional installer/technician qualified in the requirements for such installations. An air bag’s size, shape and deployment area can vary by vehicle make, model and front compartment configuration (e.g., bench seat vs. bucket seats).
General Information Radio Care Cleaning Clean external surfaces of the radio with a mild detergent and a stiff, non-metallic, short-bristled brush. A suitable detergent solu- tion may be mixed by adding one teaspoon of mild dishwashing detergent to one gallon of water (0.5% solution). Apply the deter- gent solution sparingly with the brush, being careful not to allow excess detergent to remain entrapped near connectors and con- trols or in cracks and crevices.
Service, U.S.A. only Proper repair and maintenance procedures will assure efficient op- eration and long life for this product. A Motorola maintenance agreement will provide expert service to keep this and all other communication equipment in perfect operating condition. A na- tionwide service organization is provided by Motorola to support maintenance services.
Express Service Plus (ESP), U.S.A. only Express Service Plus (ESP) is an optional extended service coverage plan. ESP provides for the repair of this product, at the Motorola Factory Service Center listed in step 3, below, for a period of three...
3. Pack and ship the unit (prepaid) to: Express Service Plus is subject to Motorola standard terms and con- ditions. ESP does not include repairs which will be necessary due to damage caused by accidents, physical abuse or misuse of the product(s), acts of God, and fires.
Glossary Call Light RSS programmed so that the LED will blink green to indicate that a trunking group or universal ID has been received. Channel Defines conventional transmit and receive frequencies and mut- ing conditions. Digital Private-Line; digitally coded squelch, a digital version of TPL.
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Talkaround The ability to “talk around” a repeater by communicating directly with another mobile or portable radio. Time-Out Timer A programmable function that limits the amount of time the radio can transmit (that is, the amount of time the PTT can be pressed without releasing).
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS QUESTIONNAIRE We believe that reports from users provide valuable information for producing quality operating instructions. Your comments and answers to the following questions will aid us in preparing manuals that contain accurate and complete information of maximum benefit to you. In reference to Manual No.
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