Giant Electronics MAABJ FRS & GMRS Radio User Manual T5025 R
Giant Electronics Ltd FRS & GMRS Radio T5025 R
User manual
MA Series
KEM-ML35900
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 in user guides published prior to December 1, 2002.
Transmit and Receive Procedure
Your two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. To control
your exposure and ensure compliance with the general population/
uncontrolled environment exposure limits, always adhere to the
following procedure:
• Transmit no more than 50% of the time.
• To receive calls, release the PTT button.
• To transmit (talk), press the Push to Talk (PTT) button.
Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because the radio
generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting
(in terms of measuring standards compliance).
Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy
Your Motorola two-way radio complies with the following RF energy
exposure standards and guidelines:
• United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of
Federal Regulations; 47CFR part 2 sub-part J.
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of
Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992.
• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) C95.
1-1999 Edition.
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection
(ICNIRP) 1998.
• 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, 2003.
• ANATEL ANNEX to Resolution No. 303 of July 2, 2002 “Regulation of
limitation of exposure to electrical, magnetic and electromagnetic
fields in the radio frequency range between 9 KHz and 300GHz”.
To ensure optimal radio performance and make sure human
exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy is within the
guidelines set forth in the above standards, always adhere to the
following procedures.
Portable Radio Operation and EME Exposure
Antenna Care
Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna.
Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could
damage the radio and may violate FCC regulations.
Do NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the
antenna affects its effective range.
Body-Worn Operation
To maintain compliances with FCC/Health Canada 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 for this product. Use of non-
Motorola-approved accessories may exceed FCC/Health Canada RF
exposure guidelines.
If you do not use one of the Motorola-supplied or approved body-
worn accessories and are not using the radio held in the normal use
position, ensure the radio and its antenna are at least 1 inch (2.5
cm) from your body when transmitting.
Data Operation
If applicable, when using any data feature of the radio with or
without an accessory cable, position the radio and its antenna at
least one inch (2.5 cm) from the body.
Approved Accessories
For a list of approved Motorola accessories, visit our Web site at
www.motorola.com.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
Note: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to
electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded,
designed or otherwise configured for electromagnetic compatibility.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference; and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 onboard an
aircraft. Any use of a radio must be in accordance with applicable
regulations per airline crew instructions.
Medical Devices – Pacemakers
The Advanced Medical Technology Association recommends that a
minimum separation of 6 inches (15 cm) be maintained between a
handheld wireless radio and a pacemaker. These recommendations
are consistent with the independent research by and
recommendations of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
People 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 there is any reason to suspect
that interference is taking place.
Medical Devices – Hearing Aids
Some digital 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.
Medical Devices – Other
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 General Use While Driving
Check the laws and regulations regarding the use of radios in the
area where you drive, and always obey them. If you do use 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.
The use of a two-way radio while engaged in activities requiring
concentration may cause distraction or otherwise impair your
ability to safely participate in such activities. Always use technology
safely.
For More Information
For further information, you may call Motorola at 1-800-638-5119
(U.S.), or e-mail us at giantintl@callcenter.com or visit us on the
Internet at www.motorola.com.
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. Only radio types that are especially qualified
should be used in such areas as “Intrinsically Safe.” 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 radios.” Obey all signs and
instructions.
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—like 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.
Exercise care when removing batteries. Do not use sharp or
conductive tools to remove either of these batteries.
FCC Licensing Information
Your Motorola radio operates on General Mobile Radio Service
(GMRS) frequencies and is subject to the Rules and Regulations of
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC requires
that all operators using GMRS frequencies obtain a radio license
before operating their equipment. To obtain the FCC forms, please
visit the FCC’s Web site at wireless.fcc.gov/uls/index.htm?job=home
to source form 605 and 159, which includes all the instructions you
will need.
If you wish to have the document faxed or mailed, or if you have
questions, please use the following contact information:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola may
void the user’s authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio
and should not be made. To comply with FCC 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
user of those services. Replacement of any transmitter component
(crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by the FCC equipment
authorization for this radio could violate FCC rules.
You can find the label with the FCC ID in the battery compartment.
Note: 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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User’s Guide
Talking and Listening
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same
channel.
1. To talk, press and hold .
2. When you are finished talking, release .
For maximum clarity, hold the radio two to three inches away from
your mouth and speak directly into the microphone. Do not cover
the microphone while talking.
Note: This radio does not have Interference Eliminator Codes. To
communicate with radios that use Interference Eliminator Codes,
the Interference Eliminator Code must be set to 0.
Talk Range
Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve
transmission range. Do not use the radios closer than five feet apart.
Monitor Button
Use this feature to see if there is anyone on the channel you have
selected.
1. Short press three times to check for the channel activity.
2. When you finish listening, press to confirm or to
continue set up.
Note: Monitor will time out after five seconds if or is not
pressed.
Push-to-Talk Timeout Timer
To prevent accidental transmissions and save battery life, the radio
emits a continuous warning tone and stops transmitting if you
press for 60 continuous seconds.
Menu Options
Selecting the Channel
Your radio has 22 channels.
1. With the radio on, press . The current channel flashes.
2. Press or and select a channel.
3. Press to confirm your selection or to continue set up.
Channels and Frequencies
Transmitting Call Tones
To transmit your call tone to other radios set to the same channel as
your radio, press .
Note: To receive the call tone, radios that use Interference
Eliminator Codes must be set to 0.
MENU
MENU
MENU
MENU
MENU
Special Features
Low Battery Alert
When battery is empty, the radio chirps periodically after
releasing .
Talk Confirmation Tone
Your radio transmits a unique tone when you finish transmitting. It is
like saying “Roger” or “Over” to let others know you are finished
talking.
Scan
Easily finds your group’s channel by searching all channels for
activity.
1. Press twice until and flashing Y or – displays.
2. Press either
until Y displays to turn scanning on
until – displays to turn scanning off
3. Press to confirm.
When the radio detects channel activity, it stops scanning and you
hear the transmission. To respond, press within 5 seconds.
MENU
Display Screen Guide
Numbers for Channel,
Volume level
—Scan —Volume
Continued on back
MA Series
Control Buttons
Call Tone
Push-to-Talk
Microphone
ON/OFF - Menu
Scroll
Speaker
MENU
Getting Started
Installing the Batteries
Each radio uses 3 AAA alkaline batteries and beeps when the
batteries are low.
1. Turn the radio off.
2. Use a coin to wedge the battery cover open.
3. Insert the three AAA alkaline batteries with and
polarity as shown inside.
4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
Removing the Three AAA Alkaline Batteries
1. Turn the radio off.
2. Use a coin to wedge the battery cover open.
3. Gently remove each battery by easing each battery out
individually.
4. Reposition the battery cover and press down to secure.
Notes
• Exercise care when removing AAA batteries. Do not use sharp
or conductive tools to remove these batteries.
• Remove the batteries before storing your radio for extended
periods of time. Batteries corrode over time and may cause
permanent damage to your radio.
Turning Your Radio On and Off
1. To turn on, press and hold until a channel number appears
and the radio beeps.
2. To turn off, press and hold until the display goes blank.
Setting the Volume
1. Press the to increase or to decrease the volume. The
volume level flashes and “V” displays.
Do not hold the radio close to your ear. If the volume is set to an
uncomfortable level, it could hurt your ear.
MENU
MENU
For a fax:
Contact the
Fax-0n-Demand
system
For mail service:
Call the FCC Forms
Hotline
If you have
questions about
the FCC License:
Call the FCC
1-202-418-0177 1-800-418-FORM
(3676)
1-888-CALL-FCC
(225-5322)
Channel Frequency Description Channel Frequency Description
1 462.5625 MHz GMRS/FRS 12 467.6625 MHz FRS
2 462.5875 MHz GMRS/FRS 13467.6875 MHz FRS
3 462.6125 MHz GMRS/FRS 14467.7125 MHz FRS
4 462.6375 MHz GMRS/FRS 15 462.5500 MHz GMRS
5 462.6625 MHz GMRS/FRS 16 462.5750 MHz GMRS
6 462.6875 MHz GMRS/FRS 17 462.6000 MHz GMRS
7 462.7125 MHz GMRS/FRS 18 462.6250 MHz GMRS
8 467.5625 MHz FRS 19 462.6500 MHz GMRS
9 467.5875 MHz FRS 20 462.6750 MHz GMRS
10 467.6125 MHz FRS 21 462.7000 MHz GMRS
11 467.6375 MHz FRS 22 462.7250 MHz GMRS
The MA Series is approved for use in the US only.
Products Covered
Products and Accessories as
defined above, unless otherwise
provided for below.
1. Consumer Two-Way Radio
Accessories.
2. Products and Accessories
that are Repaired or
Replaced.
Length of Coverage
One (1) year from the date of
purchase by the first consumer
purchaser of the product unless
otherwise provided for below.
1. Ninety (90) days from the
date of purchase by the first
consumer purchaser of the
product.
2. The balance of the original
warranty or for ninety (90)
days from the date returned
to the consumer, whichever
is longer.
Exclusions
Normal Wear and Tear. Periodic maintenance, repair and
replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear are excluded
from coverage.
Batteries. Only batteries whose fully charged capacity falls below
80% of their rated capacity and batteries that leak are covered by
this limited warranty.
Abuse & Misuse. Defects or damage that result from: (a) improper
operation, storage, misuse or abuse, accident or neglect, such as
physical damage (cracks, scratches, etc.) to the surface of the
product resulting from misuse; (b) contact with liquid, water, rain,
extreme humidity or heavy perspiration, sand, dirt or the like, extreme
heat, or food; (c) use of the Products or Accessories for commercial
purposes or subjecting the Product or Accessory to abnormal usage
or conditions; or (d) other acts which are not the fault of Motorola or
Giant International Ltd., are excluded from coverage.
Use of Non-Motorola branded Products and Accessories. Defects
or damage that result from the use of Non-Motorola branded or
certified Products, Accessories, Software or other peripheral
equipment are excluded from coverage.
Unauthorized Service or Modification. Defects or damages
resulting from service, testing, adjustment, installation,
maintenance, alteration, or modification in any way by someone
other than Motorola, Giant International Ltd. or its authorized
service centers, are excluded from coverage.
Altered Products. Products or Accessories with (a) serial numbers
or date tags that have been removed, altered or obliterated; (b)
broken seals or that show evidence of tampering; (c) mismatched
board serial numbers; or (d) nonconforming or non-Motorola
branded housings, or parts, are excluded from coverage.
Communication Services. Defects, damages, or the failure of
Products or Accessories due to any communication service or
signal you may subscribe to or use with the Products or
Accessories is excluded from coverage.
Warranty
Consumer Two-Way Radio Products and Accessories purchased in
the United States.
What Does this Warranty Cover?
Subject to the exclusions contained to the right, Giant International
Ltd. warrants the Motorola branded consumer two-way radios that
operate via Family Radio Service or General Mobile Radio Service
that it manufactures (“Products”), the Motorola branded or certified
accessories sold for use with these Products that it manufactures
(“Accessories”) to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship under normal consumer usage for the period(s)
outlined below. This limited warranty is a consumer’s exclusive
remedy, and applies as follows to new Motorola branded Products
and Accessories manufactured by Giant International Ltd., and
purchased by consumers in the United States, which are
accompanied by this written warranty:
Who is covered?
This warranty extends only to the first consumer purchaser, and is
not transferable.
What will GIANT INTERNATIONAL LTD. do?
GIANT INTERNATIONAL LTD., at its option, will at no charge repair,
replace or refund the purchase price of any Products or
Accessories that does not conform to this warranty. We may use
functionally equivalent reconditioned/ refurbished/ pre-owned or
new Products, Accessories or parts.
How to Obtain Warranty Service or Other Information?
To obtain service or information, please call:
USA Two-Way Radios
1-800-638-5119
giantintl@callcenter.com
For Accessories, please call the telephone number designated
above for the product with which they are used.
You will receive instructions on how to ship the Products or
Accessories at your expense, to a GIANT INTERNATIONAL LTD.
Authorized Repair Center. To obtain service, you must include: (a) a
copy of your receipt, bill of sale or other comparable proof of
purchase; (b) a written description of the problem; (c) the name of
your service provider, if applicable; (d) the name and location of the
installation facility (if applicable) and, most importantly; (e) your
address and telephone number.
What Other Limitations Are There?
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, OTHERWISE THE REPAIR,
REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS EXPRESS
LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
CONSUMER, AND IS PROVIDED IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. IN NO EVENT SHALL
MOTOROLA OR GIANT INTERNATIONAL LTD. BE LIABLE, WHETHER
IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) FOR DAMAGES
IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR
ACCESSORY, OR FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR LOSS OF REVENUE
OR PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR
OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION
WITH THE ABILITY OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS OR
ACCESSORIES TO THE FULL EXTENT THESE DAMAGES MAY BE
DISCLAIMED BY LAW.
Some states and jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or
exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on
the length of an implied warranty, so the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state
to state or from one jurisdiction to another.
Patent and Copyright Information
Manufactured, distributed or sold by Giant International Ltd., official
licensee for this product. Motorola, the Stylized M Logo, and other
Motorola trademarks and trade dress are owned by Motorola, Inc.
and are used under license from Motorola, Inc. MOTOROLA and the
Stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office.
All other product or service names are the property of their
respective owners. ©Motorola, Inc. 2010. All rights reserved.
Please contact customer service at 1-800-638-5119 or e-mail us at
giantintl@callcenter.com for questions/comments, warranty, support
or service related to this product.
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