MOTOROLA N50 APX Two Way Radios User Guide

June 1, 2024
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MOTOROLA N50 APX Two-Way Radios

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Product Information

Specifications

  • Model : APXTM Two-Way Radios
  • Model Number : APX N50
  • Languages Supported : en-US, it-IT, sk-SK, cs-CZ, lv-LV, fi-FI, da-DK, hu-HU, sv-SE, de-DE, nl-NL, tr-TR, es-ES, pl-PL, he-IL, el-GR, pt-PT, fr-FR, ro-RO
  • Release Date : March 2024
  • Important Safety Information : Radio is restricted to Occupational use only

Product Usage Instructions

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 Activities

  • 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 will show indications such as a tone sounds, red LED illuminates, and display shows Top (Orange) and the current zone/channel.
  2. To exit emergency, 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, press and hold the Top (Orange) button.

Sending a Silent Emergency Call

  1. Press the Top (Orange) button.
  2. To exit the silent emergency state:
    • Press and hold the Top (Orange) button.
    • Press and release the PTT button to exit Silent Emergency Alarm mode and enter regular dispatch or Emergency Call mode.

Status Icons

  • Battery Level
  • Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)
  • RSSI Receiving
  • RSSI Transmitting

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

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  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 Activities
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 acknowledgment is received, you hear four beep tones; alarm ends; and radio exits emergency
  2. Press and hold the Top (Orange) button to exit 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 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

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FAQ

Q: Can I use this radio for personal purposes?
A: No, this radio is restricted to occupational use only for compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

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