MOTOROLA XT185 Two Way Radio User Guide

: June 3, 2024
: Motorola

Table of Contents

Getting to Know Your Radio
Setting up Your Radio
Navigating the Menu Pages
Using Your Radio
Safety and General Information
Operating Instructions
Operational Warnings
Licensing Information
References
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MOTOROLA ® TWO-WAY RADIO XT185
User Guide

Getting to Know Your Radio

1. High or Low Power
2. Transmit or Receive
3. Mute
4. Easy Pairing
5. VOX/iVOX
6. Call Tone| 7. Battery
8. Scan
9. Roger Tone
10.Monitor
11.Code
12.Channel
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Buttons	Descriptions
Menu/Power	• Press to enter Menu and scroll through the menu screen.

• Press and hold for two seconds to turn on or off the radio.
+ and –| • Press to adjust the volume level.
• Press to change the settings or trigger action in the menu screen.
PTT| • Press and hold to talk, release to stop transmission.
• Press to exit menu screen and return to home screen.
Easy Pairing| Copy channel and code settings from radio A to radio B.
1. Radio B–Hold the button until you hear a beep. The radio is ready to be paired. Multiple radios can be paired simultaneously.
2. Radio A–Hold the button until you hear a double beep. The radio broadcasts channel and code settings for other radios to pair.

Additional Information
Internal Voice Operated Transmission (iVOX)/Voice Operated Transmission (VOX)
The microphone detects if you are talking when using VOX. If you are talking, the radio triggers transmission automatically.

When iVOX is displayed, the radio uses the built-in microphone to detect your voice.
When a VOX headset is connected to the radio, VOX is displayed and the headset microphone is used to detect your voice.

You can turn off or select the following settings to select the sensitivity level.

L3| High Sensitivity for quiet environments. Speaking softly is enough to trigger VOX transmission.
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L2| Medium Sensitivity for most environments
L1| Low Sensitivity for noisy environments. You must speak up to trigger VOX transmission.

Note: Pressing the PTT button cancels the VOX transmission.

Setting up Your Radio

Installing and Charging the Battery

Observe the polarity before installing the battery.
Charge the battery using the desktop charger or USB. Charging is completed when the battery icon on the radio stops blinking. Charging takes up to 8 hours.
Note: Connect the USB charger to a nearby and easily accessible wall power outlet.

Inserting and Removing Belt Clip

Turning your Radio On and Off
To turn the radio on or off, hold the Power/Menu button until the display turns on or off.
Channel and Codes

Set your radios with the same channel and code setting to enable communication with other radios.
The channel setting controls the radio frequency. To avoid jamming, select a channel that is not used by others in your area. See table in Section 3, “Scan” for more information on selecting unused channel.
The code setting on the transmitting and receiving radios need to match, otherwise the receiving radio blocks the received signal. This feature helps you to mute unwanted voices from other radio users transmitting on your channel.
When code is set to zero, radio does not block any signal and everything that is picked up on the channel is sent to the speaker. Motorola Solutions recommends setting your code to zero when using XT185 with radios that do not support the codefeature. See Section 3, “Navigating the Menu Pages” for detailed instructions on how to change settings.
Channel and code settings can be copied from one radio to multiple radios simultaneously with a shortcut feature called Easy Pairing. See table in Section 1, “Easy Pairing” for instruction on how to copy channel and code settings.

Transmission Power

In some countries different powers are allowed for different channels. The H/L icon indicates if the current channel is a High or Low power channel. Motorola Solutions recommends you to use high power channels for more reliable communications. Select low power channels only when your radios are not far from each other and you want to maximize the battery life.

Use the Menu button to scroll through the menu screen. Press PTT to exit any screen and return to home screen.

Menu Screen	Use the + or – button to perform the following actions:

Call Tone
| Start or stop Call Tone transmission.
Monitor
MON| Start or stop monitoring the air-wave. You can hear signals transmitted on the channel setting of your radio. If there is no signal, you can hear static.
Scan
| Start or stop scanning the air-wave. Radio scans all the channels one after another. When a signal is detected, you hear the signal on the speaker and the radio displays the channel of the detected signal.
Adjust VOX
VOX/iVOX| To change the Voice Operated Transmission (VOX) setting, select OFF or L1 to L3.
L3 being the most sensitive, use it in quiet environments.
Adjust Roger Tone| Enable or disable the roger tone. Roger tone is a beep tone that you hear when PTT is released.
Adjust Channel (Channel number blinks)| Change the radio channel setting.
Adjust Code (Code number blinks)| Change the radio code setting.

Using Your Radio

Talking/Transmitting

Press and hold the PTT button, then start talking into the microphone.
Release the PTT button to stop transmission.
Note: Do not press the PTT button when others are talking. When more than one radio transmits on the same channel, the air-wave is jammed and all transmissions are lost.

Listening/Receiving

The radio speaker receives signal automatically if radio is set to the same channel and code as the transmitting radio.
Ensure the speaker volume is set to an appropriate level.

Adjusting Speaker Volume

Press or from the home screen.

Using Headsets

When a headset is connected to the radio, radio speaker is disabled. You need to wear headset to monitor and receive messages.
If your headset has PTT button, you can use the button to make a transmission with the microphone on the headset.
You can still use the PTT button on the radio to make a transmission with the microphone on the radio.

Channel and Frequencies Channel| Frequency
(MHz)| Power
(W)| Channel| Frequency
(MHz)| Power
(W)
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1| 462.5625| 1.0| 12| 467.6625| 0.5
2| 462.5875| 1.0| 13| 467.6875| 0.5
3| 462.6125| 1.0| 14| 467.7125| 0.5
4| 462.6375| 1.0| 15| 462.5500| 1.0
5| 462.6625| 1.0| 16| 462.5750| 1.0
6| 462.6875| 1.0| 17| 462.6000| 1.0
7| 462.7125| 1.0| 18| 462.6250| 1.0
8| 467.5625| 0.5| 19| 467.6500| 1.0
9| 467.5875| 0.5| 20| 462.6750| 1.0
10| 467.6125| 0.5| 21| 462.7000| 1.0
11| 467.6375| 0.5| 22| 462.7250| 1.0

Safety and General Information

Caution
Before using this radio, read this booklet which contains important operating instructions.
For information on product details, brochures, user manuals and approved accessories, please refer to www.motorolasolutions.com.

Compliance with RF Exposure Standards
National and international regulations require manufacturers to comply with the RF energy exposure limits for portable two-way radios before they can be marketed. Your Motorola Solutions two-way radio is designed, manufactured, and tested to comply with all applicable national and international regulations for human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy.
RF Energy Exposure Awareness and Control Information and Operational Instructions for General Population and Uncontrolled Environment Use
For more information on what RF energy exposure is, see the following websites:

Operating Instructions

Transmit no more than 50% of the time. To transmit (talk), press the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button. To receive calls, release the PTT button.
Hold the radio in a vertical position in front of the face with the microphone (and other parts of the radio including the antenna) at least 1 in. (2.5 cm) away from the nose or lips. Antenna should be kept away from the eye.
When worn on the body, always place the radio in a Motorola Solutions-approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for this product.
DO NOT hold the antenna when the radio is transmitting.
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.
To ensure continued compliance with applicable RF exposure limits, use only Motorola Solutions-approved, supplied or replacement antennas, batteries, and accessories.
For a list of Motorola Solutions-approved accessories please refer to your user manual or visit www.motorolasolutions.com

Acoustic Safety
Exposure to loud noises from any source for extended periods of time may temporarily or permanently affect your hearing. The louder the volume of the radio, the sooner your hearing will be affected. Hearing damage from loud noise is sometimes undetectable atfirst, and can have a cumulative effect.

To protect your hearing, follow these precautions:

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 headphones.
Limit the amount of time you use a headset or headphones at high volume.
When using the radio without a headset or headphones, do not place the speaker ofthe 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.
Holsters Incorporating Magnets
Motorola Solutions holsters incorporate strong, neodymium magnets. If you use a personal medical device, such as a pacemaker or hearing aid, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it can be used in close proximity to magnets. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Also be aware that magnets can damage other products, including cell phones, computers, hard drives, and other electronic devices, as well as credit cards and magnetic media. Keep the holster away from any mechanical device that could be affected by a magnetic field.
Consult the manufacturer of your product to determine if your device or product can be used in close proximity to magnets.

Operational Warnings

The following explains the operational warnings: For Vehicle With Air Bags

Warning:

Refer to vehicle manufacturer’s manual prior to installation of electronic equipment to avoid interference with air bag wiring.
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

Warning:

Use of a radio that is not intrinsically safe in a potentially explosive atmosphere could result in a serious injury, or death. You should only use a certified Intrinsically Safe radio in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Explosive atmospheres refer to hazard classified locations that may contain hazardous gas, vapors, dusts, such as fueling areas below decks on boats, fuel, or chemical transferor storage facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust, or metal powders. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often, but not always, posted.
Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere unless it is a radio type specifically certified for use in hazardous location areas.
DO NOT remove, install, or charge batteries in such areas, or remove or install antennas. Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.

Blasting Caps and Blasting Areas

Warning: 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.

Batteries

Charge your battery using the approved Motorola Solutions charger.
Use the battery in accordance with its water and/or dust Ingress Protection (IP) rating.
Do not discard your battery into 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 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 dispose of batteries with household waste.

Do Not Substitute Options or Accessories
The Motorola Solutions communications equipment certified as intrinsically safe by the approving agency (FM, UL, CSA, CENELEC) is tested as a complete system which consists of the listed agency approved portable, approved battery, and approved accessories or options, or both. This approved portable and battery combination must be strictly observed. There must be no substitution of items, even if the substitute has been previously approved with a different Motorola Solutions communications equipment unit. Approved configurations are listed by the approving agency (FM, UL, CSA, CENELEC).
The Intrinsically Safe Approval Label affixed to radio refers to the intrinsically safe classification of that radio product, and the approved batteries that can be used with that system.
The manual PN referenced on the Intrinsically Safe Approval Label identifies the approved accessories and or options that can be used with that portable radio unit.
Using a non-Motorola Solutions-intrinsically safe battery and/or accessory with the Motorola Solutions-approved radio unit will void the intrinsically safe approval of that radio unit.

European Union (EU) Waste of Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) Directive

The European Union’s WEEE directive requires that products sold into EU countries must have the crossed out trash bin label on the product (or the package in some cases). As defined by the WEEE directive, this cross-out trash bin label means that customers and end-users in EU countries should not dispose of electronic and electrical equipment or accessories in household waste. Customers or end-users in EU countries should contact their local equipment supplier representative or service center for information about the waste collection system in their country.

Licensing Information

Mexico
Mexico does not require authorization to use FRS radio equipment frequencies.
Warranty
Consumer Two-Way Radio Products and Accessories purchased in
Mexico.

What Does this Warranty Cover?****

Subject to the exclusions contained below, Motorola Solutions, Inc. (“Motorola”) warrants the Motorola Solutions branded consumer two-way radios that operate via Family Radio Service or General Mobile Radio Service (“Products”), the Motorola Solutions branded or certified accessories sold for use with these Products (“Accessories”) to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer usage for the period(s) outlined below. This limited warranty is the exclusive remedy of a consumer, and applies as follows to new Products and Accessories and purchased by consumers in Mexico, which are accompanied by this written warranty:

Who is Covered?****

– This warranty extends only to the first consumer purchaser, and is not transferable.

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 consumers, and is provided in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied. In no event shall Motorola Solutions 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.

Products Covered	Length Of Coverage

Products and Accessories as defined above, unless otherwiseprovided for below.| One (1) year from the date of purchase by the first consumer purchaser of the product unless otherwise provided for below.
Batteries whose fully charged capacity falls below 80% of their rated capacity and batteries that leak.
Products and Accessories that are repaired or replaced.| The balance of the original warranty or for ninety (90) days from the date returned to the consumer, whichever is longer.

Exclusions From Warranty Coverage

Normal Wear and Tear:
Periodic maintenance, repair and replacement of Products or Accessories due to normal wear and tear.
Abuse and 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 Products and Accessories 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 Solutions.
Use of Non-Motorola Solutions branded Products and Accessories:
Defects or damage that result from the use of Non-Motorola Solutions branded or certified products, accessories, software or other peripheral equipment.
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 Solutions or its authorized service centers.
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 Solutions branded housings, or parts.
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.

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE OR OTHER INFORMATION?
Contact your Motorola Solutions point of purchase.

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