MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS APX N50 Two Way Radios User Guide

MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS APX N50 Two Way Radios

Product Specifications

• Model: APXTM Two-Way Radios
• Model Number: APX N50
• Language: English (en-US)
• Release Date: March 2024
• Product Code: PMLN8459B

Product Overview

The ASTRO P25 APX Two-Way Radios are designed for occupational use only. This product provides a range of features including various programmable buttons, emergency alarm capabilities, channel selection, and more.

Radio Overview

The radio features an On/Off/Volume Control knob, Status LED, Digital Mic 2, Display, Home button, Navigation buttons, Programmable buttons (P1 and P2), Speaker, Notification button, Menu Select buttons, Accessory Connector, Top (Orange) button, Top Light Bar, Channel Selector knob, Digital Mic 1, Belt Clip Bracket, Battery, Charging Contacts, Programmable buttons (2-Dot, 1-Dot, 3-Dot), Push-to-Talk (PTT) button, and Antenna.

Product Usage Instructions

Turning the Radio On or Off

Turning the Radio On: Ensure that the battery is fully charged. Turn the On/Off/Volume Control knob clockwise until it clicks.

Turning the Radio Off: Turn the On/Off/Volume Control knob counterclockwise until it clicks.

Selecting Zones and Channels

Rotate the Channel Selector knob to choose the desired channel.

Accessing Radio Call Activities

To call, press and hold the PTT button. To listen, release the PTT button. Adjust volume using the On/Off/Volume Control knob. To monitor, press the programmed Monitor button and listen.

Sending an Emergency Alarm

1. Press and hold the Top (Orange) button to trigger the emergency alarm.
2. To exit emergency mode, press and hold the Top (Orange) button again.

Sending an Emergency Call

1. Press the Top (Orange) button.
2. Press and hold the PTT button to speak.
3. Release the PTT button to end the call.
4. To exit emergency mode, press and hold the Top (Orange) button.

Sending a Silent Emergency Call

1. Press the Top (Orange) button to activate silent emergency mode.
2. To exit silent emergency mode, either press and hold the Top (Orange) button or press and release the PTT button.

Status Icons

• Battery Level
• Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)
• RSSI Receiving
• RSSI Transmitting
• Direct Mode Monitor
• Power Level High/Low
• Scan Secure Operation
• Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)
• Global Positioning System (GPS)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find more detailed user documentation?

You can access additional user documentation at: Motorola Solutions User Documentation.

Important Safety Information

RF Energy Exposure and Product Safety Guide for Portable Two- Way Radios

ATTENTION!

CAUTION:

This radio is restricted to Occupational use only. Before using the radio, read the RF Energy Exposure and Product Safety Guide for Portable Two-Way Radios which contains important operating instructions for safe usage and RF energy awareness and control for Compliance with applicable standards and Regulations.

Radio Overview

1. On/Off/Volume Control knob
2. Status LED
3. Digital Mic 2
4. Display
5. Home button
6. 4-Way Navigation buttons
7. Programmable button 1 (P1)
8. Speaker
9. Programmable button 2 (P2)
10. Notification button
11. Menu Select buttons
12. Accessory Connector
13. Top (Orange) button
14. Top Light Bar
15. Channel Selector knob
16. Digital Mic 1
17. Belt Clip Bracket
18. Battery
19. Charging Contacts
20. 2-Dot Programmable button
21. 1-Dot Programmable button
22. Push-to-Talk (PTT) button
23. 3-Dot Programmable button
24. Antenna

Turning the Radio On or Off

Ensure that the battery is fully charged before the first use.

Turning the Radio On

Turn the On/Off/Volume Control knob clockwise until it clicks.

Turning the Radio Off

Turn the On/Off/Volume Control knob counterclockwise until it clicks.

Selecting Zones and Channels

Rotate the Channel Selector knob to the desired Channel.

Accessing Radio Call Activitie

Perform one of the following actions:

• To call, press and hold the PTT button.
• To listen, release the PTT button.
• To adjust volume, turn the On/Off/Volume Control knob.
• To monitor, press the programmed Monitor button and listen.

Sending an Emergency Alarm

1. Press and hold the Top (Orange) button.
   Your radio shows the following indications:

   • A tone sounds.
   • The red LED illuminates.
   • The display shows Top (Orange) and the current zone/channel.
   • When an acknowledgment is received, you hear four beep tones; alarm ends; and radio exits emergency

2. Press and hold the Top (Orange) button to exit the emergency.

Sending an Emergency Call

1. Press the Top (Orange) button.
2. Press and hold the PTT button to speak.
3. Release the PTT button to end call.
4. Press and hold Top (Orange) button to exit the emergency.

Sending a Silent Emergency Call

1. Press the Top (Orange) button.
2. Silent emergency continues until you perform one of the following:
   • Press and hold the Top (Orange) button to exit emergency state.
   •  Press and release the PTT button to exit the Silent Emergency
     Alarm mode and enter regular dispatch or Emergency Call mode.

Status Icons

• Battery Level
• Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)

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