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- Page 1 MTX-810 Conventional and Trunked Portable Radios User’s Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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Page 3: Features
(H25JBD51A3_N) and “A4” model (H25JBD51A4_N), which are conventional only, and four dual mode versions: “B1” model (H25JBF51B1_N), “B2” model (H25JBF51B2_N), “B3” model (H25JBF51B3_N), and the MTX-810 “B4” model (H25JBF51B4_N). The model configuration chart illustrates the difference between the six models. -
Page 4: B1, B2, B3, B4 Model Features
B1 Basic Model Features Three Subfleet Select Two System Select Trunked and Conventional Operation Call Alert Decode Volume Set Receive Only Trunked Telephone Interconnect (phone numbers are assigned by system operators, and may have limited availability in some areas) B2 Model Features “B1”... -
Page 5: Trunked Versus Conventional Radio Operation
This is done automatically in the MTX-810 radio. When the PTT button is depressed the radio will monitor the channel and begin transmitting provided the channel is clear of other users. -
Page 6: General Information Unpacking
Unpacking Remove and check the contents of the packing case to be certain that all ordered items have been shipped. Inspect all items thoroughly. If any items have been damaged during transit, repor t the damage to the shipping company immediately. Operating Instructions Help Card / Radio Information Instruction Sheet... -
Page 7: Antenna Installation
Antenna Installation Screw the threaded end of the antenna into the large threaded antenna bushing located on top of the radio. Rotate the antenna clockwise until it fits firmly against the bushing. General Information Antenna Installation... -
Page 8: Battery Installation
Battery Installation Align the notched end of the battery with the grooves in the radio baseplate. Mate the notches and the grooves and slide the battery toward the battery latch until the battery "clicks" into place. Battery Removal Remove the battery by holding the battery latch up toward the top of the radio. -
Page 9: Controls, Indicators, And Connectors
Controls, Indicators, and Connectors Volume Set Button Press to generate the volume set t o n e . T h i s t o n e c a n b e u s e d together with the volume control to adjust the radio receiver volume to a desired listening level. - Page 10 Controls, Indicators, and Connectors (cont.) Three Position Toggle Switch P r o g r a m m a b l e a s a 3 - p o s i t i o n channel selector, a PL/DPL/CSQ s e l e c t o r, o r t o s e l e c t b e t w e e n repeater and talk-around operation.
- Page 11 Controls, Indicators, and Connectors (cont.) Subfleet Select Switch Three position toggle-type switch, a l l o w s s e l e c t i o n o f 3 t ru n k e d subfleets or conventional channels. External/Accessory Connector Allows operation with accessories.
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Page 12: Alert Tones
Alert Tones The MTX-810 radio generates the following audible tones to indicate radio operating conditions: A low-pitched "baaaah" tone is heard when an invalid or unprogrammed operation is attempted, for example: t h e r o t a r y a n d t o g g l e s w i t c h e s a re s e t t o a n... -
Page 13: Glossary
DPL tone is detected along with the carrier. Motorola Radio-Telephone Interconnect. A Motorola system (conventional operation only) that provides repeater connection to the telephone network. The MRTI allows the radio to access the telephone network when the proper access code is received. -
Page 14: Operating Procedures
After a fully charged battery and an antenna have been connected to the radio, you may begin operating your radio. If necessar y, review the preliminary information to be sure you understand the radio's features, controls, and indicators. To Turn the Radio On and Off Tu r n t h e o n / o f f s w i t c h i n a clockwise direction. -
Page 15: Trunked Operation
Making Trunked Dispatch Calls Select the desired subfleet using the rotary and toggle switches. Press the PTT to talk. If the LED is lit, you are transmitting normally (the channel is clear to use). If a dispatch busy tone is heard, release the PTT and wait for a call back tone. -
Page 16: Making Trunked Telephone Calls
Making Trunked Telephone Calls In order to make a telephone call from your radio, it must be authorized to access the telephone network on the trunked system selected. To make a telephone call from a trunked system, press the telephone interconnect button;... - Page 17 Dial the desired telephone number using the keypad. When the person answers, transmit normally. Tell the person answering that you are talking from a radio and, that they should wait to hear the “beep” after you speak before replying. Otherwise, if they talk while you are transmitting, you won't be able to hear what they are saying.
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Page 18: Receiving Trunked Telephone Calls
Receiving Trunked Telephone Calls A telephone-like ring is heard when a telephone call is received. To a n s w e r t h e c a l l , p re s s t h e telephone interconnect button, press the PTT to speak, then release it to listen. -
Page 19: Receiving A Call Alert
Receiving a Call Alert (Page) When a Call Alert (page) is received, four “beep” tones will be heard. These tones will continue every six seconds until the page is acknowledged. “Beep Beep Beep Beep” To answer the page, press the PTT and speak normally. -
Page 20: Sending A Call Alert (Page)
Sending a Call Alert (Page) (B4 model only) S e l e c t t h e d e s i re d t r u n k e d system with the rotary switch and move the toggle switch to the "*"... - Page 21 Sending a Call Alert (Page) (B4 model only) (cont.) Press the PTT to send the Call Alert. If the radio you are calling is turned on and is on the same trunked system, you will hear five “Beep beeps. Beep Beep Beep Beep”...
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Page 22: Failsoft Operation
Failsoft Operation In the event of a trunked system failure, radio communication is still possible in the failsoft mode. When the trunking controller fails and the system is within range, the radio will automatically enter failsoft. While in failsoft, the radio operates on a pre-determined frequency in a non- trunked (conventional) manner. -
Page 23: How A Trunked System Operates
How a Trunked System Operates A trunked system uses repeater channels to create a communications path. Each system contains up to 20 repeater channels, depending on system requirements. The trunking controller, the main control unit of the system, uses one of the channels as a dedicated control channel. -
Page 24: Advantages Of A Trunked System
Trunked operation has one main goal: to improve a system's efficiency by sharing its resources among many users. Although trunking has been used for many years by telephone companies, Motorola has pioneered its use in the two-way radio industry. Trunked operation offers the user many advantages over... -
Page 25: Conventional Operation Making Conventional Dispatch Calls
Making Conventional Dispatch Calls Select a conventional channel using the toggle and rotary select switches. Press the PTT to talk. If the red LED is lit, you are transmitting normally (the channel is clear to use). If you hear someone else talking while the PTT is held, the channel is in use. -
Page 26: Making Conventional Telephone Calls
Making Conventional Telephone Calls Select a conventional channel using the toggle and rotary select switches. Press and hold the PTT and dial the telephone MRTI access code. Release the PTT and listen for a dialtone. Press and hold the PTT while dialing the desired telephone number using the keypad. -
Page 27: Battery Information Charging
Charging The MTX-810 Handie-Talkie radio uses rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries. When properly used, they provide a safe and dependable power sour ce necessary for peak radio performance. To ensure peak radio performance, batteries should b e f u l l y c h a rg e d b e f o r e u s e a n d p e r i o d i c a l l y thereafter. -
Page 28: Battery Warnings
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Page 29: General Radio Care Cleaning
Cleaning Clean external surfaces of the radio with a mild detergent and a stiff, non-metallic, short-bristled brush. A suitable detergent solution may be mixed by adding one teaspoon of mild dishwashing detergent to one gallon of water (0.5% solution). Apply the detergent solution sparingly with the brush, being careful not to allow excess detergent to remain entrapped near connectors and controls or in cracks and crevices. - Page 30 General Radio Care ? O 2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 6 K @ ? e @ ? e @ ? e @ ? ? O 2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 6 K ? O 2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 6 K W .
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Page 31: Operating Hints
If your radio(s) still exhibit a problem, take the radio(s) to your local area service shop for evaluation or call: Motorola Customer Services 1-800-523-4007 (U.S.A. only) 1-305-475-6175 (elsewhere) Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. E.S.T. -
Page 32: Accessories
Motorola offers a wide variety of accessories to increase communications efficiency and effectiveness. Contact a Motorola sales representative for complete information on the entire line of available accessories. Accessories designed for use with the MTX-810 radio include: Batteries NTN4822 Medium capacity rapid rate nickel-cadmium... - Page 33 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 substantially below FCC recommended limits:...
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Page 34: Administration And Regulations
Administration and Regulations FCC Safety Standards • • • • Safety Guidelines • • • • Hazardous Atmosphere Operation WARNING: MODIFICATION OF FM APPROVED INTRINSICALLY SAFE RADIOS WILL NEGATE FM APPROVAL. - Page 35 Motorola factory with the hazardous atmosphere options and cannot be modified in the field. Failure to use the radio with the approved battery will negate the approval. MTX-810 radios that are approved by Factory Mutual can be used in those applications requiring reliable two-way hand-held radios in the listed specific hazardous atmospheres.
- Page 36 Motorola makes available the finest ser vice to those desiring reliable, continuous communications on a contract basis. Motorola's National Service Organization is the largest service organization specializing in mobile communications. It includes over 900 authorized or company-owned stations. In addition,...
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Page 37: Computer Software Copyrights
The Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Motorola certain exclusive rights for copyrighted computer programs, including the exclusive right to copy or reproduce in any form the copyrighted Motorola computer program. - Page 38 Notes...
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