Motorola GP640 User Manual
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- Page 1 Professional Radio GP640 User Guide 68P64110B24A Issue: June 2000...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Radio Overview ....3 Operation and Control Functions ..3 Radio Controls ....3 Programmable Buttons . - Page 4 The products described in this manual may include copyrighted computer programmes stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States of America and other countries preserve for Motorola Europe and Motorola Inc. certain exclusive rights for copyrighted computer programmes, including the right to copy or reproduce in any form the copyrighted computer programme.
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Page 5: Radio Overview
RADIO OVERVIEW This user guide covers the operation of the GP640 Portable Radio. Please read pages 27 to 29 before using this radio OPERATION AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Radio Controls The numbers below refer to the illustrations on the inside front cover. -
Page 6: Programmable Buttons
Programmable Buttons Several of your radio buttons can be programmed (by your dealer) to activate the radio features. Feature Dedicated Call/ Emergency Personality Missed Calls Record/Play-back (Voice Recorder)* *Voice Storage option board needs to be installed and enabled to activate voice storage features. -
Page 7: Audio Signal Tones
Audio Signal Tones (Normal Tones) High pitched tone Low pitched tone Tone Signal Self test Tone A Call clear indication. Tone B allocated or PTT/ Mic/ Loudspeaker enabled. Tone C1 Tone C2 Tone C3 Called party busy. Tone C4 Invalid number. Call set up in progress, Tone D Tone F... - Page 8 Audio Signal Tones (Alternative) High to Low pitched tones Tone Signal Self test Tone A Tone B allocated or PTT/ Mic/ Loudspeaker enabled. Tone C1 Tone C2 Tone C3 Tone C4 Call set up in progress, Tone D Tone F confirmed, called unit Tone G English...
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Page 9: Getting Started
Continuous charging will shorten battery life. (Do not use your charger as a radio stand.) • For optimum battery life and operation use only Motorola brand chargers. They were designed to operate as an integrated energy system. English... -
Page 10: Recycling Or Disposal Of Batteries
Place the radio with the battery attached, or the battery alone, in the charger. The charger’s LED indicates the charging progress. Battery chargers will charge only the Motorola authorized batteries listed below; other batteries will not charge Part No. HNN9008... -
Page 11: Accessory Information
ACCESSORY INFORMATION Attaching the Battery Slots Fit the extensions at the bottom of the battery into the slots at the bottom of the radio’s body. Press the top part of the battery towards the radio until you hear a click. Removing the Battery Battery Latches... -
Page 12: Attaching The Antenna
Attaching the Antenna Align the threaded end of the antenna with the radio’s antenna connector. Turn the antenna clockwise to fasten it. English Removing the Antenna Turn the antenna counterclockwise until you can remove it. -
Page 13: Attaching The Belt Clip
Attaching the Belt Clip Align the grooves of the belt clip with those of the battery. Press the belt clip downwards until a click is heard. Removing the Belt Clip Belt Clip Tab Use a key to press the belt clip tab away from the battery. -
Page 14: Attaching The Side Connector
Attaching the Side Connector English Place the loop (attached to the side connector cover) over the antenna; then slide it down- ward until it touches the top of the radio. Antenna Insert the tab on top of the cover into the slot above the connector. -
Page 15: Radio Operation
RADIO OPERATION Turning The Radio On or Off • To turn the radio on, turn the On-Off/Volume Control knob clockwise. • To turn the radio off, turn the On-Off/Volume Control knob counterclockwise until you hear a click. Adjusting the Radio’s Volume •... -
Page 16: Radio Registration
Radio Registration When turned on, the radio enters a self test routine, the self test tone will sound and the LED will light green. If the radio fails the self test a continuous low tone will sound until the radio is turned off . Note: If the radio fails the self test routine, consult your dealer. -
Page 17: Radio Calls
RADIO CALLS Making a Call The radio is capable of making a variety of calls, including calls to individual radios, groups of radios and calls to private and public telephone systems. Before you can make a call the radio must be in the IDLE STATE, i.e. -
Page 18: Dedicated Calls
Dedicated Calls Dedicated calls can be made from a preprogrammed Dedicated Call button. Press the Dedicated Call button to make a call to a commonly used pre- programmed number. The call may also be programmed as an Emergency call, Priority call or Status call. English Ending a Call Always end a call by:... -
Page 19: Receiving A Call
Receiving A Call There are two types of systems on which the radio may be used, Off Air Call Set Up (OACSU) and Full Off Air Call Set Up (FOACSU). If you are in doubt about which system you are operating on, please consult your dealer. -
Page 20: Missed Calls
Missed Calls If a call remains unanswered, the call will be stored by the radio, provided that missed calls has been programmed into your radio. Only one call can be stored. If the same radio calls more than once the call is only stored once. -
Page 21: Call Diversion
Call Diversion Incoming speech calls or status calls can be diverted from your radio or to your radio. Call diversion and cancellation may be programmed into the Contact List. Please contact your network manager or dealer for further information. English... -
Page 22: Emergency Calls
Emergency Calls An emergency call allows you the highest form of priority calling and normally takes precedence over all other calls. Your radio can be programmed to give you a one-button quick access to call a particular radio or centre (predefined by your dealer) in emergency situations. -
Page 23: Personality
PERSONALITY The personalities described below are programmed into your radio by your dealer and are accessible via the personality button. A radio personality contains data such as frequencies, alert tones, permitted calls etc. which determines the operation of your radio. Your radio may be programmed with up to 2 different personalities, selected from MPT, Talkgroup Select and Conventional. -
Page 24: Talkgroup
Talkgroup Talkgroup is an MPT personality following the same rules or protocol, but is primarily for talkgroup calls. In talkgroup personality, talkgroups are contained in a Talkgroup list, similar to the Contact list, which is scrolled and selected using the Rotary Knob (1). On selection of a talkgroup, you may send and receive calls as described below. -
Page 25: Conventional Mode
Conventional Mode In the conventional mode your radio operates as a standard two-way radio. Select the personality number which corresponds to Conventional mode as described in Personality Selection. Use the rotary knob (1) to select the desired channel. Prior to transmission always make sure that the channel is free (red LED not flashing). -
Page 26: Personality Selection
Personality Selection Your radio may be programmed with two different personalities, known as Personality 1 and Personality 2. The personalities programmed may be any of MPT, Talkgroup or Conventional. Check with your system manager or dealer for the personalities in your radio. To check the current personality: Ensure radio is in IDLE STATE. -
Page 27: Features
FEATURES The features described below are programmed into your radio by your dealer and are accessible via the radio’s programmable buttons. Voice Recorder You can record and playback incoming calls or make a memo using the voice recorder feature, which allows up to 2 minutes of recording. To record an incoming call: Press and hold the Record/Playback button, the Voice Storage Recording alert sounds... - Page 28 To playback a recorded call or memo: Ensure radio is in IDLE STATE. Press the Record/Playback button to playback the first recorded call or memo. Press the Record/Playback button again to skip to the next message to be played back. English To delete a recorded call or memo: Playback message as described in above...
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Page 29: Safety Information
Safe and Efficient Operation of Motorola Two-Way Radios This section provides information and instructions for the safe and efficient operation of Motorola Portable and Mobile Two-Way Radios. For information regarding radio use in hazardous areas, please refer to the Factory Mutual (FM) -
Page 30: Radio Operation And Eme Exposure
(1 to 2 inches) away from your mouth. Keep antenna at least 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) from your head and body. If you wear a portable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the antenna is at least 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) from your body when transmitting. -
Page 31: Blasting Caps And Areas
Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often but not always posted. Operational Cautions Damaged Antennas Do not use any portable two-way radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn can result. Batteries... - Page 32 NOTES English...