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Models T6200, T6210, and T6220
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 1 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM Introduction Hi, I’m QuickStart and I’m going to help you get started! ® The Motorola Talkabout T6200, T6210, and T6220 radios are durable two-way radios that operate on Family Radio Service (FRS) frequencies, require no service fee or license, and can be used anywhere in the United States and other areas as listed by the FCC. These radios offer more than just a way of keeping in touch. The T6200 provides 14 channels and 38 i
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 2 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM Motorola, the Stylized M Logo, and all other trademarks indicated as such herein are trademarks of Motorola, Inc. Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off. © 2000, 2001 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. Consumer Products Division 1125 Satellite Road, Suite 101 Suwanee, GA 30024-2880 For a copy of a large-print version of this guide, or for product-related questions, please call the following numbers: 1-800-353-2729 (U.S.A.
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 3 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Talking and Listening . . . . . . . . . 28 Before You Can Talk . . . . . . . . . 28 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Setting the Channel . . . . . . 28 Safety and General Setting the Interference Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Eliminator Code . . . . . . . . . 29 Charging Safety Instructions . .11 Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 4 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Other Important Features . . . . . . 44 Eavesdrop Reducer (T6210 and Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 T6220 Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 QuieT6000™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Auto Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Unique Situations . . . . . . . . .40 Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Sim
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 5 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM 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. For information regarding radio use in a hazardous atmosphere please refer to the Factory Mutual (FM) Approval Manual Supplement or Instruction Card, which is include
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 6 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) of the United States, Report 86, 1986 International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998 National Radiological Protection Board of the United Kingdom 1995 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 To assure optimal radi
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 7 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM Two-Way Radio Operation When using your radio as a traditional two-way radio, hold the radio in a vertical position with the microphone two to three inches (5.0 to 7.5 cm) away from the lips. Body-Worn Operation To maintain compliance with FCC 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. Use of non-
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 8 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM 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 instruc
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 9 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM Hearing Aids Some 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
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 10 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM 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
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 11 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM 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 quit
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 12 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM Single-Unit Charger Kit Number Description NTN9393 110V - NiMH Charging Adapter Batteries Capacity in milliampere- Kit Number hour mAH Description Composition NTN9395 550 mAH T6000-Series NiMH 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, o
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 13 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM 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. 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 u
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 14 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM Getting Started Basic Operation of Your Radio Use Q to: Indicator Light - Turn on backlight Use P (Power) to: (short press). - Turn power on/off - Press and hold to switch between Use \ to: Weather Mode and - Scroll through menus Two-Way Mode (T6220 Only). - Lock the keypad (when held down and not in a Use [ and ] to: menu) - Adjust volume - Exit the menu (when held - Scroll through menu down while in a menu) set
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 15 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM Belt Clip - Squeeze the top and When using audio bottom of the clip to attach accessories, ensure that they are plugged in before or detach the clip from the radio. you turn on the radio. * Note: The belt clip holds the radio while being worn on your belt. It was designed for your convenience and is * Motorola recommends not meant to secure your radio that the volume leve
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 16 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM Installing Batteries Your radio uses three AA batteries or a rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery. Some radio packages include a NiMH battery with charger adapter cover, charging dock, and charger. If you don’t have these items, they’re also available in the NiMH battery upgrade kit (56319). Call 1-800-353-2729 (U.S.A.) or 1-800-461-4575 (Canada) for the dealer nearest you. • Turn off the radio by pressing and holding
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 17 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM Remove and replace batteries so the Hook back cover on the hinges. + marking matches the one in the Close the battery door, pressing compartment or the NiMH charge lightly until the latch clicks and returns contacts are facing out toward the to its original position. battery door. 17 Getting Started
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2 T6200 body.fm Page 18 Tuesday, February 20, 2001 3:36 PM 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), and a (empty). When it’s c, the radio beeps every 10 minutes. So, change or charge those batteries! Battery Life The following chart lists the approximate battery life during two-way use for alkaline and NiMH batteries. See page 26. Battery Type Two-Way Use* AA al
