Giant Electronics T5X00 14-Channel Family Radio Service (FRS) User Manual Series
Giant Electronics Ltd 14-Channel Family Radio Service (FRS) Series
Contents
- 1. User Manual
- 2. revised user manual
- 3. Users Manual Updated
User Manual
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Table Of Contents
Your New Radio
Radio Diagram...................................................................3
Batteries
To Install ............................................................................4
Radio Etiquette..................................................................4
Belt Clip
To Attach............................................................................4
To Remove.........................................................................4
To Communicate
Removeable front Cover....................................................5
Turn The Radio On............................................................5
Monitor Button ...................................................................5
Adjust The Volume.............................................................5
Time-out Timer...................................................................5
Set The Channel................................................................6
Set The Code.....................................................................6
Call Tone............................................................................6
Set The Call Tone..............................................................6
“Roger” Beep.....................................................................7
Sending Messages............................................................7
Battery Meter.....................................................................7
Low Battery Alert ...............................................................7
To Use Audio Accessories.................................................7
Talk Range.........................................................................9
Care of Your radio..............................................................9
Safety Information
Cautions and Warnings......................................................10-13
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ................................................................14
Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty................................................15
Accessories .......................................................................16
Channel Frequency Chart..................................................16
Interference Eliminator Code Chart...................................17
Specifications.....................................................................18
ENGLISH
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Push-To-Talk Button
(PTT)
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Your New Radio
Motorola Talkabout T5100 and T5200 radios operate on Family Radio Service
(FRS) designated frequencies.This license-free, short range, two-way radio
service was established specifically for family and group recreational use.
Use of this radio outside the country where it was intended to be distributed is
subject to government regulations and may be prohibited.
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Power/Volume Knob
Accessory Jack
Scroll
Buttons
Interference
Eliminator Code*
Microphone
Menu/Lock
Button
LED Indicator Light
Monitor (mon) Button
Battery Cover Latch
(radio back)
Call Tone Button
Battery Meter
*T5200 Only
“Roger”
Beep Icon
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Batteries
T5100 and T5200 radios operate with 3 AA alkaline
batteries providing approximately 30 hours of use. That is
almost 3 hours of talk and over 27 hours
of standby time.
To Install:
1. With back of radio facing you, flip Battery
Cover Latch up to release. Lift cover off.
Fig. 1.
2. Insert 3 AA batteries as shown. Fig. 2.
3. Replace battery cover. Reposition
Battery Cover, flip Battery Cover Latch
down to secure.
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Figure 1
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Belt Clip
Motorola T5100 and T5200 radios come with a swivel
belt clip.
To Attach:
1. Align belt clip post with hole in the radio back.
2. Gently push until it clicks into place. Fig. 3.
To Remove:
1. Push release tab on top of belt clip down to release
catch.
2. Pull belt clip from the radio back.
Figure 3
Battery Cover Latch To Communicate
Read this manual carefully and make sure you know how to
properly operate radio before use.
Motorola Talkabout two-way radios have 14 channels*. To communicate with
others, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel. Other FRS
radios, such as the T5200, may have Interference Eliminator Codes, which must
be turned off or set to zero for proper communication with T5100 radios.
Turn The Radio On:
1. Rotate Power/Volume knob clockwise until you hear a click. Radio will beep and
LED Indicator Light will flash to confirm. The display will show current channel
and code (T5200 only). LED will flash every three seconds.
2. To turn radio off, rotate Power/Volume knob counter clockwise until you hear
a click and display disappears.
Note: All icons on the display will light up briefly, some of which may not be
supported by your radio.
Monitor Button:
The Monitor (mon) button lets you hear the radio’s volume level when you are
not receiving so you can adjust the volume. It is also used to check activity on
current channel before transmitting. The radio also has a Channel Busy Indicator
where the LED will also flash twice per second to indicate the channel frequency
is in use.
Adjust The Volume:
Rotate Power/Volume knob while holding down the Monitor button until you
reach a comfortable listening level. Rotate knob clockwise to increase and
counter clockwise to decrease volume.
Time-out Timer:
The Time-out Timer feature helps extend battery life by preventing accidental
transmission. The radio will emit a continuous warning tone after the Push-To-
Talk button is pressed for 60 continuous seconds and will stop transmitting.
Radio Etiquette:
Your radio has multiple channels shared on a “take turns” basis. This means
other groups may be talking on the channels. For uninterrupted
communications, do not talk over someone who is already using the channel –
your message may not be completely heard. Try changing the channel to
avoid channel congestion or use the Monitor button to check for channel
activity. If you hear static while holding down the Monitor button the channel is
clear for use.
Note: Since the channels are shared, your conversations will not be private
and you may hear others talking.
Figure 2
* Chile and Argentina radios have 7 frequencies (channels) only.
Figure 4
Removable Front Cover:
The T5100 and T5200 radios have a removable front
cover.To Remove, press down on the tab at the bottom of
the radio with your fingernail or a small coin. Figure 4. Pull
the bottom of the removable cover away from the radio. To
Install, reinsert housing tab and press down to snap cover
into place
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Call Tone:
The Call Tone get’s other’s’ attention before you start talking. Press Call button
and users on your channel will hear your Call Tone. T5100 has a single Call
Tone, while the T5200 has 5 Call Tones.
Set The Call Tone (T5200 only)
1. With the radio on, press Menu button three
times. Current Call Tone will begin to flash.
Fig. 6.
2. Use Scroll buttons to change and hearCall
Tone while flashing.
3. Press Menu or Push-To-Talk button to set
new Call Tone.
“Roger” Beep:
Whenever you turn on the ”Roger” Beep feature, your two- way radio transmits
a unique tone when you finish transmitting. It’s like saying “Roger” or
“Over” and lets others know you’re finished talking. If you don’t hear ________
or, you can enable it by pressing and holding Scroll + button as you turn on
your radio. Now, whenever you release the Push-toTalk button, you let your
friends know you’re finished talking by transmitting a tone. To disable the
”Roger” Beep feature, turn your radio off and then back on while pressing and
holding Scroll + button. The ”Roger” Beep icon will not appear on the display.
Sending Messages:
1. To maximize clarity, hold radio 2 to 3 inches from mouth.
2. Press and hold Push-To-Talk button and speak into microphone. LED
Indicator Light glows continuously when transmitting.
3. To receive messages, release Push-To-Talk button.
Set The Channel:
1. With radio on, press Menu button, Current channel
will begin to flash. Figure 5.
2. Use Scroll buttons to change channel while flashing.
3. Press Menu or Push-To-Talk button to set new
channel.
Set The Code: (T5200 only)
1. With radio on, press Menu button twice.
Current code will begin to flash.
2. Use Scroll buttons to change code while flashing.
3. Press Menu or Push-To-Talk button to set new code.
Note: Radio automatically saves channel (and code for T5200) after 5
seconds.
Figure 6
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Figure 5
Low Battery Alert:
When batteries are low, radio will beep:
• 3 to 4 seconds after turning power on
• Every 10 minutes in standby mode
• After releasing PTT or Call button
Replace batteries immediately to avoid interrupted use.
Figure 4
Battery Meter
The Battery Meter, located on the front display, is divided
into three bars. As power is used, the bars will disappear.
Figure 4.
Note: To ensure proper functioning of the battery meter
use only alkaline batteries. The meter will not work
accurately with rechargeable batteries.
Note: Remove batteries before storing your radio for extended periods. Batteries
corrode over time and may cause permanent damage to your radio.
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Care of Your Radio
To clean the radio, wipe with a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use
cleaners or solvents on the radio; they can harm the radio body and leak
inside, causing permanent damage. Battery contacts may be wiped with a dry,
lint-free cloth.
If radio gets wet, turn it off and remove batteries immediately. Dry battery
compartment with a soft cloth to minimize potential water damage. Leave
cover off battery compartment overnight or until completely dry. Do not use
radio until completely dry.
Optimal Range
Maximum talk range in
flat, open areas, is up to
2 (two) miles.
Medium Range
Range is decreased
when buildings and
trees are in the way.
Minimal Range
Dense foliage and
mountains can
limit range.
Talk Range
Motorola T5100 and T5200 radios have been designed to maximize
performance and improve transmission range in the field. It is recommended
that you do not use the radios closer than 5 feet apart.
To Use Audio Accessories:
1. Make sure radio is off.
2. Open accessory jack cover and plug accessory connector into jack.
3. Turn radio on and lower volume before placing accessory on head or in
ear.
4. Press Monitor button while rotating Volume knob to adjust volume to a
comfortable listening level.
5. To transmit, press Push-To-Talk on radio or accessory and speak into
accessory microphone.
6. To receive, release Push-To-Talk.
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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 October 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 included with radio models that offer
this capability.
RF OPERATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Your radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. When it is ON, it receives and
transmits radio frequency (RF) energy. That radio operates in the frequency range of
450 MHz to 470 MHz.
EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY
Your Motorola radio is designed to comply with the following national and international
standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency
electromagnetic energy (EME):
• United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal
Regulations; 47 CFR part 2 sub-part J
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and
Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1- 1992
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 Edition
• 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
Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz to
300 GHz, 1999
• Australian Communications Authority Radiocommunications (Electromagnetic
Radiation - Human Exposure) Standard 1999 (applicable to wireless phones only)
PORTABLE RADIO OPERATION AND EME EXPOSURE
To assure optimal radio performance and make sure human exposure to radio
frequency electromagnetic energy (EME) is within the guidelines set forth in the above
standards, always adhere to the following procedures:
Antenna Care
Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized
antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and may vio-
late FCC regulations.
DO NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE”. Holding the antenna
affects the effective range.
Two-way Radio Operation
When using your radio as a traditional two- way radio, hold
the radio in a vertical position with the microphone
2 to 3 inches (5.0 to 7.5 cm) away from your 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- Motorola- approved accessories may exceed FCC RF
exposure guidelines. If you do not use a body-worn accessory, ensure the
antenna is at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from your body when transmitting.
Data Operation
When using any data feature of the radio, with or without an accessory cable,
position the antenna of the radio at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the body.
Approved Accessories
For a list of approved Motorola accessories refer to the two-way radio section of
www.motorola.com/store.
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ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE / COMPATIBILITY
NOTE: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference
(EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise configured for electromagnetic
compatibility.
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 instructions.
Medical Devices
• Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum
separation of 6 inches (15 cm) be maintained between a hand-held wireless radio
and a pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent
research by, and recommendations of, Wireless Technology Research.
Persons with pacemakers should:
• ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 cm) from their pacemaker when
the radio is turned ON.
• not carry the radio in the breast pocket.
• use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference.
• turn the radio OFF immediately if you have any reason to suspect that
interference is taking place.
• 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.
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 any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere,
unless it is a radio type especially qualified for use in such areas as “Intrinsically Safe” (for
example, Factory Mutual, CSA, or UL Approved). Do not remove, install, or charge
batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an
explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
NOTE: The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above include fueling
areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas
where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders, and
any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Areas
with potentially explosive atmospheres are often but not always posted.
BLASTING CAPS AND AREAS
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your radio 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.
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 quite hot. Exercise
care in handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or
other container with metal objects.
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!CAUTION - OPERATIONAL CAUTIONS
WARNING - OPERATIONAL WARNINGS
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SAFETY AND GENERAL USE WHILE DRIVING
Check the laws and regulations on the use of radios in the area where you drive. Always
obey them.
When using your radio while driving, please:
• Give full attention to driving and to the road.
• Use hands-free operation, if available.
• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so
require.
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Reposition or replace batteries.
Reposition or replace batteries.
Make sure the Push-To-Talk button is completely pressed
as you transmit.
Reposition or replace batteries.
Shared Channel may be in use, try another.
Confirm radios have the same Channel settings and/or the
Interference Eliminator Code is inactive (non T5100 radios).
Make sure Push-To-Talk is not inadvertently being pressed.
Reposition or replace batteries.
Obstructions, operating indoors or in vehicles may interfere
with communication. Change your location.
Check to make sure volume is turned up.
Shared Channel may be in use, try changing channels.
Radios with Interference Eliminator Codes (like T5200), must
have codes off or set to zero to communicate with T5100 radios.
Steel/concrete structures, heavy foliage and use in buildings
and in vehicles will decrease range, check for clear line of
sight to improve transmission.
Wearing radio close to body such as in a pocket or on a belt
will decrease range, change location of radio.
Radios too close. Radios must be at least 5 feet apart,
increase your distance.
Radios too far apart. Obstacles interfere with transmission.
Talk range is up to 2 miles in clear, unobstructed conditions.
Shared Channel may be in use, try another.
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Motorola, Inc. warrants the enclosed product against defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and service for one (1) year provided it is returned in accordance with this warranty. If
defective, the product will be repaired or replaced at Motorola’s option, at no charge, with dated proof of
purchase. This warranty does not cover defects or damage resulting from: misuse, improper operation,
unauthorized modification, liquid, batteries, or normal wear and tear.
MOTOROLA IS NOT LIABLE FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE
PRODUCT, FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE
OR INABILITY TO USE SUCH PRODUCT, TO THE FULL EXTENT SUCH MAY BE DISCLAIMED BY
LAW. THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. HOWEVER, SOME
STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR
LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY
HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
For warranty information and service call:
1-800-353-2729 USA 1-800-461-4575 Canada
FCC/IC LICENSE NOT REQUIRED
FCC/IC Information: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola may void the
user’s authority granted by the FCC/IC to operate this radio and should not be made. To comply with
FCC/IC requirements, transmitter adjustments should be made only by or under the supervision of a
person certified as technically qualified to perform transmitter maintenance and repairs in the private
land mobile and fixed services as certified by an organization representative of the users of those
services. Replacement of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by
the FCC/IC equipment authorization for this radio could violate FCC/IC rules.
Computer Software Copyrights
The Motorola equipment 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 computer program. Accordingly,
any copyrighted Motorola computer programs contained in the Motorola equipment described in this
manual may not be copied or reproduced in any manner without the express permission of Motorola,
Inc. Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola equipment shall not be deemed to grant either directly or by
implication, estoppel, or otherwise any license under the copyrights, patents or patent applications of
Motorola, except for the normal nonexclusive, royalty free license to use arising by operation of law in
the sale of this product.
Patent Notice
This product is covered by one or more of the following United States Patents:
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5896277
5894592
5894292
5893027
5864752
5789098
5699006
5734975
5742484
5861850
D408396
D395882
D399821
D383745
D387758
D389827
D389158
D389139
D412501
SolutionProblem
If the radio still doesn’t work properly, contact your place of purchase or call
Motorola Product Services.
1-800-353-2729 USA 1-800-461-4575 Canada
1-800-739-7834 (TTY)
Motorola Product Services
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Troubleshooting
No Power
Erratic Display
Message Not
Received
Message Not
Transmitted
Hearing Other
Conversation or Noise
on a Channel
Limited Talk Range
Heavy Static
or Interference
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Accessories
There are many accessories (sold separately) available for T5100 and
T5200 radios. For more information check out the brochure we’ve included
with your radio, contact place of purchase or call Motorola at:
1-800-353-2729 USA 1-800-461-4575 Canada
1-800-739-7834 (TTY)
Channel Frequency Chart
Channel MHz
1....................................462.5625
2....................................462.5875
3....................................462.6125
4....................................462.6375
5....................................462.6625
6....................................462.6875
7....................................462.7125
Channel MHz
8....................................467.5625
9....................................467.5875
10..................................467.6125
11..................................467.6375
12..................................467.6625
13..................................467.6875
14..................................467.7125
Note: Carrier Squelch (00) disables Interference Eliminator Codes on T5200.
This allows you to monitor all activity on the channel you are using.
For Talkabout compatibility information with other Motorola two-way radios,
please call 1-800-353-2729.
Interference Eliminator Code Chart
Talkabout
Code Hz Freq 7/7x
Code Talkabout
Code Hz Freq 7/7x
Code
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
67.0
71.9
74.4
77.0
79.7
82.5
85.4
88.5
91.5
94.8
97.4
100.0
103.5
107.2
110.9
114.8
118.8
123.0
127.3
A
B
C
D
E
F
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
131.8
136.5
141.3
146.2
151.4
156.7
162.2
167.9
173.8
179.9
186.2
192.8
203.5
210.7
218.1
225.7
233.6
241.8
250.3
G
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* Chile and Argentina radios have frequencies 1-7 (channels) only due
to regional availability.
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UHF-462.550 to 467.725 MHz
Up to 2 Miles
3 AA Alkaline Batteries
30 Hours*
12.5 kHz
Channels
Codes
Operating Frequency
Talk Range
Power Source
Battery Life (talk time)
Bandwidth
Description T5100 Specs T5200 Specs
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UHF-462.550 to 467.725 MHz
Up to 2 Miles
3 AA Alkaline Batteries
30 Hours*
12.5 kHz
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, Motorola and Talkabout are registered trademarks of Motorola, Inc.
*Two-way use is defined as 90% standby time, 5% talk time, and 5% receive time.