MOTOROLA TALKABOUT T460 (01) PDF Document

To ensure safe and efficient operation of your MOTOROLA TALKABOUT T460, please observe the following guidelines:

Push-to-Talk (PTT) Timeout Timer: To prevent accidental transmissions and save battery life, the radio emits a continuous warning tone and stops transmitting if you press the PTT button for 60 seconds continuously.

Body-Worn Operation: If you wear the radio on your body, always place the radio in a Motorola Solutions-approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for this product. If you do not use a Motorola Solutions-approved body-worn accessory, keep the radio and its antenna at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the body when transmitting. Do NOT hold the antenna when the radio is transmitting, as this can affect radio performance and may result in a non-compliant RF exposure level.

Audio Safety:

Exposure to loud noises from any source for extended periods of time may temporarily or permanently affect your hearing. The louder the radio’s volume, the less time is required before your hearing could be affected.

To protect your hearing:

• Use the lowest volume necessary to do your job.

• Turn up the volume only if you are in noisy surroundings.

• Turn down the volume before putting on a headset or earpiece.

• Limit the amount of time you use a headset or earpiece at high volume.

• When using the radio without a headset or earpiece, do not place the speaker of the radio directly against your ear.

Medical Devices: If you use a personal medical device, such as a pacemaker or hearing aid, 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.

Operational Warnings:

• For a vehicle 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.

• Turn your radio OFF prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, unless it is a radio type especially qualified for use in such areas (for example, Factory Mutual 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.

To avoid a possible explosion, follow these precautions:

• 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.

• To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn your radio OFF 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.

CAUTION: Use only Motorola Solutions approved batteries. Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Charge your battery using the supplied charger or a Motorola Solutions approved charger that is designed to charge the battery. Use the battery in accordance with its water and/or dust Ingress Protection (IP) rating.

To charge your radio battery, use only the supplied charger or an authorized power supply. Do not use an unauthorized power supply.

• Do not dispose of your battery in a fire.

• Do not replace the battery in any area labeled “Hazardous Atmosphere”.

• Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, shred, or otherwise attempt to change the form of your battery.

• Do not dry a wet battery or damp battery with an appliance or heat source, such as a hair dryer or microwave oven.

• Do not allow conductive material such as jewelry, keys, or beaded chains to touch exposed battery terminals.

• Do not use accessories that are not Motorola Solutions approved. This may result in radio non-compliance with RF exposure guidelines and may void your warranty.

Power Supply Safety Instructions:

• The power supply is for use with equipment according to IEC/EN/UL 62368-1/60950-1.

• The power supply is for indoor use in dry locations.

• The equipment should be connected to a nearby and easily accessible socket outlet.

• If the power supply is damaged or defective, do not repair or use the power supply.

The controls on your MOTOROLA TALKABOUT T460 are as follows:

Antenna: Used for transmitting and receiving signals.

Volume/Power Knob: Turn to adjust volume or turn the radio on/off.

Flashlight Button: Press to turn the built-in flashlight on or off.

PTT (Push-to-Talk) Button: Press and hold to transmit.

Mode/Power Button: Press to enter Menu and lock keypad.

Emergency Alert Button: Press to activate the emergency alert feature.

Speaker: The radio’s speaker.

+ / – Buttons: Use to change channels, codes, and navigate menus.

Scan/Monitor Button: Press to scan for channels or monitor the current channel.

Menu/Lock Button: Press to access menu options and lock the keypad.

Call Tone Button: Press to send a call tone.

Microphone: Speak into this when transmitting.

Micro-USB Charging Port: For charging the radio’s battery.

The display screen shows the following icons:

Number for Channel, Call Tone: Displays the current channel number (1-22) or call tone number.

Numbers for Codes: Displays the current Interference Eliminator Code number.

Call Tone Icon: Appears when a call tone is being sent.

Ringer Tone Icon: Indicates the keypad tones are on.

VOX Icon: Appears when VOX/iVOX mode is active.

iVOX Icon: Appears when iVOX mode is active.

Keypad Tone Icon: Appears when keypad tones are enabled.

Battery Meter Icon: Shows the battery charge level (3 bars = Full, 2 bars = Medium, 1 bar = Low, Blinking = Charge Battery).

Weather Alert Icon: Appears when the weather alert feature is on.

Transmit/Receive Icons (Tx/Rx): Appear when the radio is transmitting or receiving.

Scan Icon: Appears when the radio is scanning for activity.

Keypad Lock Icon: Appears when the keypad is locked.

Your MOTOROLA TALKABOUT T460 radio is resistant to water and dust from any direction if the battery cover, headset accessory port, and micro-USB port seals are closed. To maintain its weatherproof integrity:

1. Dry the radio completely with a soft cloth before opening the battery or accessory port doors.

2. The battery door should be properly sealed to maintain the weatherproof seal of the radio.

3. The headset accessory port cover must be securely attached to the radio to protect the connector from water. Open the headset accessory port door only when a headset accessory is in use.

4. The micro-USB charging port cover must be properly sealed to protect the port from water.

1. Turn the radio off.

2. With the back of the radio facing you, loosen the retaining screw on the battery door and open the cover.

3. Remove the NiMH battery pack from the clear plastic bag. Do not disassemble or unwrap the battery pack.

4. Insert the NiMH battery pack with the Motorola Solutions diagram facing up. The ribbon should be underneath the battery pack and should wrap around the right side of the pack for easy removal.

5. Close the battery cover and tighten the retaining screw.

1. Turn the radio off.

2. With the back of the radio facing you, loosen the retaining screw on the battery door and open the cover.

3. Insert the three AA alkaline batteries with + and – polarity as shown inside. The ribbon should be underneath the batteries and should wrap around the right side for easy removal.

4. Close the battery cover and tighten the retaining screw.

The radio battery meter icon shows the battery charge level, from full to empty. When the radio has one segment left, it chirps periodically or after releasing the PTT button (Low Battery Alert).

The number of bars (0-3) on the battery icon shows the charge remaining in the battery:

• 3 Bars: Battery is full.

• 2 Bars: Battery is 2/3 full.

• 1 Bar: Battery is 1/3 full. The icon will flash when battery is low.

• 0 Bars: Battery is empty. If NiMH, charge immediately. If Alkaline, replace batteries.

Battery Capacity Maintenance:

The MOTOROLA TALKABOUT T460 radio comes equipped with a rechargeable NiMH battery pack. Charge the NiMH battery pack once every 3 months when not in use. Before placing the radio in storage, remove the battery. To get the longest life from your NiMH battery, avoid overcharging and store it properly.

Using the Micro-USB Charger:

The micro-USB charger is a handy port that allows you to conveniently charge your NiMH battery pack.

1. Make sure your radio is turned OFF.

2. Plug the micro-USB cable into the micro-USB charging port on your radio.

3. Connect the other end of the micro-USB charger to a live wall power outlet.

4. The battery meter on the LCD will move to indicate the battery is charging.

Note:

• When moving between hot and cold temperatures, do not charge the NiMH battery pack until the battery temperature acclimatizes (usually about 20 minutes).

• For optimal battery life, remove the radio from the charger within 16 hours. Do not store the radio while connected to the charger.

• Turn the radio off while charging the battery.

To Attach the Clip:

1. Align the clip with the slot in the back of the radio.

2. Gently push down until it clicks in place.

To Remove the Clip:

1. Pull the release tab at the top of the belt clip to release the latch.

2. Push the belt clip toward the top of the radio to remove it.

Turning your Radio On and Off:

Turn the Volume/Power knob clockwise to turn the radio on and counterclockwise to turn the radio off.

1. In the ON position, the radio chirps and briefly shows all feature icons available on the radio.

2. The display screen then shows the current channel, code and all features that are enabled.

Setting the Volume:

Press and hold the Monitor button for three seconds while rotating the Volume/Power knob until you reach a comfortable listening level.

• Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the volume.

• Rotate the knob counterclockwise to decrease the volume.

Do not hold the radio close to your ear. If the volume is set to an uncomfortable level, it could hurt your ear.

To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel and Interference Eliminator Code.

1. Press and hold the PTT button to talk. The Tx icon will be shown. When transmitting, the Lo or Hi icon will be shown.

2. When you are finished talking, release the PTT button. The Rx icon will be shown.

3. For maximum clarity, hold the radio one inch away from your mouth and speak directly into the microphone. Do not cover the microphone while talking.

Talk Range: Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve transmission range. Do not use the radios closer than five feet apart.

Power Boost: To boost the power of your radio to high power, press the top portion of the PTT button when talking. If you know your party is close by, you can conserve the energy of your battery by pushing the lower part of the PTT button to use less power. If you are on an FRS only channel, the radio will use low power when either portion of the PTT button is pressed.

Monitor Button: Pressing and holding the Scan/Monitor button for three seconds allows you to listen to the volume level of the radio when you are not receiving. This allows you to adjust the volume, if necessary. You can also press the Scan/Monitor button to check for activity on your current channel before you talk.

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 the PTT button for 60 seconds continuously.

Press the Mode button to enter the menu. This button allows you to switch between two-way and weather mode. When the radio is in two-way mode, the weather icon will be off. When the radio is in weather mode, the weather icon will be on. Corresponding settings and information will be shown in the LCD.

Your radio has 22 channels. The channel is the frequency the radio uses to transmit.

1. With the radio on, press the Menu button until the channel number starts to flash.

2. Press + or – to select an unused or quiet channel. A long press of + or – allows you to scroll through the channels rapidly to browse the codes.

3. Press the PTT button to save the channel setting.

Interference Eliminator Codes help minimize interference by blocking transmissions from unknown sources. Your MOTOROLA TALKABOUT T460 radio has 121 Interference Eliminator Codes. Codes 1 – 38 are standard analog codes that appear on other FRS/GMRS radios. Codes 39 – 121 are additional digital codes added for superior interference protection. 0 is the off position, no analog or digital codes are enabled.

To set the code for a channel:

1. Press the Menu button until the code starts to flash.

2. Press + or – to select the code.

3. Press the PTT button to save the code setting or the Menu button to continue set up.

You can set a different code for each channel using this procedure. An extended press of + or – allows you to scroll through the Interference Codes rapidly so you can quickly reach the code you want.

Note: On a radio that uses Interference Eliminator Codes, the code must be set to 0 to communicate with other radios that do not have Interference Eliminator Codes. Select 0 for “no tone, no code” on your display.

Your MOTOROLA TALKABOUT T460 can transmit different call tones to other radios in your group so you can alert them that you want to talk. Your radio has 20 call tones from which to choose.

To set a call tone:

1. Press the Menu button until the Call Tone icon appears. The current call tone setting will flash.

2. Press + or – to change and hear the call tone.

3. Press the PTT button to set the new call tone or the Menu button to continue set up.

To transmit your call tone to other radios, set up the same channel and Interference Eliminator Code on your radio and press the Call Tone button.

Hands-free Use Without Accessories (VOX):

You can transmit hands-free by speaking into the radio’s microphone instead of pushing the PTT button.

1. Press the Menu button until the VOX icon appears on the display. The current setting (0-3) will flash.

2. Press + or – to select the sensitivity level.

3. Press the PTT button to set or the Menu button to continue set up.

Hands-free Use with Accessories (iVOX):

You can transmit hands-free more reliably with the use of optional VOX/iVOX accessories.

1. Turn the radio off and plug the VOX/iVOX accessory into the accessory port.

2. Turn the radio on. The iVOX icon will be shown on display.

3. Adjust the volume by pressing the + or – button.

4. Turn the radio off to remove the accessory.

Note: There is a short delay between the time you start talking and when the radio transmits.

Setting the Sensitivity Level in VOX/iVOX Mode:

Adjusting the sensitivity level of the radio helps minimize the possibility of unintended noises triggering a transmission and helps the radio pick up quiet voices.

1. Press the Menu button until the VOX or iVOX icon appears on the display. The current setting L1-L3 will flash.

2. Press + or – to select the sensitivity level.

3. Press the PTT button to set or the Menu button to continue set up.

• L3 = High Sensitivity for quiet environments.

• L2 = Medium Sensitivity for most environments.

• L1 = Low Sensitivity for noisy environments.

The Push to Talk PTT Extended Battery Save feature (eSAV) allows the radio to look for transmissions in a more battery efficient way. This feature is enabled by default for a low power “sleep” mode for longer battery life. If you notice no change in battery life, you can disable this feature.

To set the feature:

1. Press the Menu button until the current setting L1, L2, L3 flashes and the battery icon appears. The current setting eSAV will flash.

2. Press + or – to select the battery save setting.

3. Press the PTT button to set or the Menu button to continue set up.

Settings are:

• L3 = 3 seconds extended battery save mode (factory default)

• L2 = 2 seconds extended battery save mode (long setting)

• L1 = 1 second extended battery save mode (med setting)

• O = OFF (short setting, maximum responsiveness)

The following are examples of battery life extension you can expect:

• L3, VER, MAX eSAV: The radio sleeps for 2 seconds and wakes up every 250 msec to look for a transmission. Maximum battery life, but with a slight delay.

• L2, VER, LNG eSAV: The radio sleeps for 1 second and wakes up every 250 msec to look for a transmission. This enables longer battery life.

• L1, VER, MED eSAV: The radio sleeps for 500 msec and wakes up every 250 msec to look for a transmission.

• O, OFF: The radio is always looking for a transmission. Maximum responsiveness but less battery life.

The Quiet Talk Noise Filtering feature helps to ensure uninterrupted communication with other Motorola radios that have this feature. This feature filters out unwanted transmissions from other radios. This is useful in places with heavy radio traffic, such as amusement parks or ski resorts.

To turn Quiet Talk Noise Filtering on or off:

1. Press PTT to talk.

2. Press the Menu button until Q appears. The current setting On/Off will flash.

3. Press + or – to turn On or Off.

4. Press PTT to set your selection or the Menu button to continue with the setup.

Note: Quiet Talk is not available when the radio is scanning. You must select “off” for the Interference Eliminator Code to use Quiet Talk Noise Filtering. This feature is not available in the Menu when the radio has an Interference Eliminator Code set. In order to activate Quiet Talk, you must first disable the code by setting it to 0.

Your MOTOROLA TALKABOUT T460 has a built-in LED flashlight.

1. Press the flashlight button to turn the light on.

2. Press the flashlight button again to turn the light off.

Do not point the flashlight at anyone’s eyes. It is also equipped with a Power Outage function. If the power goes out while the radio is in the charger, the flashlight on the radio will be turned on automatically to light up your room.

To avoid accidentally changing your radio settings:

1. Press and hold the Menu/Lock button until the Key Lock Indicator displays. You can turn the radio on and off, adjust the volume, receive, transmit, send a call tone, and monitor channels. All other functions are locked.

2. To unlock the radio, press and hold the Menu/Lock button until the Key Lock Indicator is no longer displayed.

Use scan to search the 22 channels for transmissions from unknown parties, to find someone in your group who has accidentally changed channels or to quickly find unused channels for your own use.

To start scanning:

1. Briefly press the Scan/Monitor button. The Scan icon will appear in the display and the radio will begin to scroll through the channel and code combinations.

2. When the radio detects channel activity matching the channel and code combination, it stops scrolling and you can hear the transmission.

3. To respond and talk to the person transmitting, press the PTT button within five seconds after the end of the transmission.

4. The radio will resume scrolling through the channels five seconds after the end of any received activity.

5. To stop scanning, briefly press the Scan/Monitor button.

Advanced Scan:

1. Set the Interference Eliminator Code to “zero” or OFF.

2. Briefly press the Scan/Monitor button. The Scan icon will appear in the display and the radio will begin to scroll through the channels. The radio will detect any channel with activity.

3. When the radio detects channel activity with ANY code (or NO code), it stops scrolling and you can hear the transmission. You may respond to this transmission by using the correct Interference Eliminator Code, if any.

Scanning Notes:

• You will be on the home channel when you press the PTT button while the radio is scanning. You may press the Scan/Monitor button to stop scan at any time.

• If you stop scanning, you can immediately resume scanning by briefly pressing + or -.

• You can temporarily remove that channel from the scan list by pressing and holding + or – for three seconds. You may remove more than one channel in this way.

• To restore the removed channel(s) to the scan list, turn the radio off and then turn it back on, or exit and re-enter the scanning mode by pressing the Scan/Monitor button.

• You cannot remove the home channel from the scan list.

• In Advanced Scan, the detected code will be used for one transmission only. You must take note of that code, exit scan and set that detected code on that channel to permanently use the detected code.

VibraCall™ is a vibrating alert that notifies you that your radio is receiving a message. This is useful in noisy environments. When the alert is on, the radio vibrates once every 30 seconds when you receive a message on the channel and code you set.

1. To turn vibrating alerts on, press the Menu button until the VibraCall icon is displayed. The current setting will flash.

2. Press + or – to change the setting to On/Off.

3. Press the PTT button to confirm or the Menu button to continue set up.

Keypad Tones:

You may enable or disable the speaker tones. You will hear the key tone each time a button is pushed.

1. Press the Menu button until the Keypad Tone icon appears. The current setting On/Off will flash.

2. Press either + or – to turn On or Off.

3. Press the PTT button to confirm or the Menu button to continue set up.

Transmitting a Talk Confirmation Tone (Roger Beep):

You can set your radio to transmit a unique tone when you finish transmitting. It is like saying “Roger” or “Over” to let others know you have finished talking.

1. Press the Menu button until the Roger Beep icon appears. The current setting On/Off flashes.

2. Press + or – to turn On or Off.

3. Press the PTT button to set or the Menu button to continue set up.

The Emergency Alert feature can be used to signal members in your group that you need help. T4xx series radios will operate in an automatic “hands-free” emergency control mode for a total of 30 seconds after activating the Emergency Alert. T4xx series radios in your group will automatically advance the speaker volume to the maximum setting and sound a warbling alert tone for 8 seconds. The alert tone is emitted from your own radio speaker and the receiving radios in your group.

After the 8 second alert, any spoken words or incidental sounds from your end will be transmitted to the group for 22 seconds. For the 30 second duration of Emergency Alert mode, T4xx series radio controls and buttons will be locked to maximize reception of the emergency message.

1. Press and hold the Emergency Alert button for 3 seconds.

2. Release the button and the alert tone begins to sound. There is no need to continue to hold the Emergency Alert button or use PTT for your message to be transmitted.

3. After the alert tone ends, you can speak into the microphone. Your voice or incidental sounds will be transmitted.

WARNING: The Emergency Alert feature should only be used in the event of an actual emergency. Motorola Solutions is not responsible if there is no response to the emergency alert from the receiving group.

Your MOTOROLA TALKABOUT T460 can tune in to broadcasts by the United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio and Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) Weather Radio.

Entering Weather Mode:

1. From two-way mode, press the Mode button to enter weather mode.

Setting the Weather Channel:

Your radio receives weather frequencies:

1. In weather mode, press the Menu button until the weather channel number flashes.

2. Press + or – to select the appropriate channel with good reception in your area.

3. Press the PTT button to set or the Menu button to continue to set up weather alert.

Setting the Weather Alert:

Your radio can be set to respond to NOAA Weather Radio emergency messages. A special alarm tone sounds an alert and turns on the weather receiver to give you immediate weather and emergency information.

1. In weather mode, press the Menu button until the weather alert icon is displayed.

2. Press + or – to select On/Off.

3. Press the PTT button or Mode to exit the weather menu set up.

4. Press Mode to return to two-way mode. If you activate Weather Alert and return to two-way mode, the weather alert icon will display.

Note: After the weather channel is activated, weather alert manually or after receiving an alert, and no buttons are pressed for 5 minutes, the weather alert mode will automatically return to two-way mode.

Note: Power refers to maximum allowable power as defined by FCC/ISED for each channel under FRS rules for USA and FRS/GMRS for Canada and is not a reflection of the power specification of the radio.