USER GUIDEDIGITAL TWO-WAY RADIOA8 DMR Portable Radio
NOVEMBER 2020© 2020 Motorola Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Important Safety Information
RF Energy Exposure and Product Safety Guide for Portable Two-Way RadiosATTENTION!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.Any modification to this device, not expressly authorized by Motorola Solutions, may void the user’s authority to operate this device.
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| Radios | 12 Months |
| Accessories | 6 Months |
Prior to shipping any radio back to the appropriate Motorola Solutions warranty depot, please contact Customer Resources or your Motorola Solutions dealer, distributor, or reseller. All returns must be accompanied by a Warranty Claim Form, available from your Customer Service representative or Motorola Online (MOL) or your Motorola Solutions dealer, distributor, or reseller. Products should be shipped back in the original packaging, or correctly packaged to ensure no damage occurs in transit.
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- Motorola Solutions Managed Technical Services (MTS) offers a repair service to both end-users and dealers at competitive prices.
- MTS supplies individual parts and modules that can be purchased by dealers who are technically capable of performing fault analysis and repair.
Chapter 1 Read Me First
This user guide covers the basic operations of your radios.Notations Used in This ManualThroughout the text in this publication, you notice the use of Warning, Caution, and Notice. These notations are used to emphasize that safety hazards exist, and the care that must be taken or observed. WARNING: An operational procedure, practice, or condition, and so on, which may result in injury or death if not carefully observed.
CAUTION: An operational procedure, practice, or condition, and so on, which may result in damage to the equipment if not carefully observed.
NOTICE: An operational procedure, practice, or condition, and so on, which is essential to emphasize.Feature and Service AvailabilityYour dealer or administrator may have customized your radio for your specific needs.
NOTICE: Not all features in the manual are available in your radio. Contact your dealer or administrator for more information.You can consult your dealer or system administrator about the following:
- What are the functions of each button?
- Which optional accessories may suit your needs?
- What are the best radio usage practices for effective communication?
- What maintenance procedures promote longer radio life?
Chapter 2 Radio Overview
Table 1: Radio View Callouts
| No | Description |
| 1 | Antenna |
| 2 | Channel Selector Knob |
| 3 | On/Off/Volume Control Knob |
| 4 | LED Indicator |
| 5 | Speaker |
| 6 | Microphone |
| 7 | PTT Button |
| 8 | Programmable Button |
| 9 | Audio Connector |
| 10 | Programming Port |
You can program the programmable buttons as shortcuts to radio functions or preset channels or groups. Depending on the duration of a button press, the programmable buttons function differently.Table 2: Button Press Duration
| Action | Description |
| Short press | Press and release for less than 1 second. |
| Long press | Press and hold for 4 seconds or less depending on the settings through the Customer Programming Software (CPS). |
2.1.1 Assignable Radio FunctionsYou can assign a list of radio functions to the programmable buttons.Table 3: Types of Programmable Functions
| Function | Description |
| All Alert Tones On/Off | Allows you to toggle all tones and alerts on or off. |
| Battery Indicator | Allows you to indicate battery strength by using the LED Indicator. |
| High/Low Power | Allows you to toggle transmit power level between high and low. |
| Monitor | Allows you to monitor a channel. |
| Nuisance Delete | Allows you to temporarily remove an unwanted channel, except for the Selected Channel, from the scan list. The Selected Channel refers to the selected zone or channel combination from which scan is initiated. |
| One-Touch Access | Allows you to directly initiate a predefined Private Call, Group Call,Call Alert, Remote Monitor, and Radio Enable/Disable. |
| Repeater/Talk around | Allows you to toggle between using a repeater and communicating directly with another radio. |
| Scan On/Off | Allows you to toggle scan on or off. |
| Tight/Normal Squelch | Allows you to toggle squelch level between tight and normal. |
LED Indications
The LED Indicator shows the operational status of your radio. A qualified technician can permanently disable the LED indication by preprogramming it.
Table 4: LED Indications
| Indication | Status |
| Solid Red | The radio is transmitting. |
| Solid Yellow | The radio is receiving the wanted signal. |
| Indication | Status |
| Solid Green | The radio is receiving unwanted signals. |
| Blinking Red | The battery capacity is low. |
| Blinking Yellow | The radio is receiving an alert signal. |
| Blinking Green | The radio is scanning. |
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Getting Started provides instructions to prepare your radio for use.
Charging the Battery
Your radio is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery.Prerequisites: Turn off your radio when charging.Procedure:
- To comply with warranty terms and avoid damages, charge the battery using an authorized charger.
- Charge a new battery 14 to 16 hours before initial use for best performance.Batteries charge best at room temperature.
Attaching and Removing the Battery
Attaching the Battery Procedure:
- Slide the battery into the battery compartment.
- Flip the battery latch close and press it onto the battery until it locks in place.
Removing the BatteryProcedure:
- Turn off your radio.
- Flip the battery latch open.
- Slide the battery out of the battery compartment and lift it.
Attaching and Removing the Antenna
Attaching the AntennaProcedure:
- Set the antenna in the receptacle.
- Turn the antenna clockwise.
NOTICE: Fastening the antenna blocks water and dust from entering the radio.
Removing the AntennaProcedure:
- Turn the antenna counterclockwise.
- Remove the antenna from the receptacle.
Attaching and Removing the Belt Clip
Attaching the Belt ClipProcedure:Align the grooves on the clip with the grooves on the battery and press it downwards until it clicks.
Removing the Belt ClipProcedure:
- To remove the clip, press the belt clip tab away from the battery.
- Slide the clip upwards and away from the radio.
Attaching the Universal Connector Cover
When and where to use: Replace the universal connector cover or dust cover when the universal connector is not in use. CAUTION: IP54 rating is assured only when the universal connector cover is attached.Procedure:Insert the slanted end of the cover into the slots above the universal connector.
Removing the Universal Connector Cover
Procedure:
- Remove the universal connector cover or dust cover by pulling the cover out.
CAUTION: Close the dust cover when the universal connector is not in use.
Turning the Radio On
Procedure:Rotate the On/Off/Volume Control knob clockwise to turn on the radio.If successful, your radio shows the following indications:
- A tone sounds.
NOTICE: If the Tones/Alerts function is disabled, there is no tone upon powering up.
- Post requisites:If your radio does not power up, check your battery. Make sure that the battery is charged and properly attached. Contact your dealer if your radio still does not power up.
Turning the Radio Off
Procedure:Rotate the On/Off/Volume Control knob anti clockwise to turn off the radio.
Adjusting the Volume
Procedure:Turn the Volume knob to adjust the volume of the radio.
Chapter 4 Time-Out Timer
Time-Out Timer sets a maximum duration for transmission. Your system administrator can set the time-out time for a channel through the radio software.Before your radio reaches the time-out time, a ten-second warning beep sounds.When your radio reaches the time-out time, your radio stops transmitting and shows the following indications:
- A tone sounds.
- The red LED extinguishes.
To resume transmission, you must release the PTT button and wait for the penalty timer to expire.
Chapter 5 Selecting Channels
Your radio supports up to 32 channels and 2 zones. Each channel can be programmed with different features that support different groups of users. Each zone can be programmed with 16 channels.Procedure:
- Press the programmed Zone Selection button to switch between zones.
- Select channels by toggling the Channel Selector knob.Your radio indicates the channel number through voice announcement. If the channel is not programmed, an error tone sounds.
Chapter 6 Calls
Depending on the type of call, you can make, receive, and respond to calls in both Conventional Analog and Digital mode.Your radio supports the following types of calls:
- Group Calls
- Private Calls
- All Calls
Group Calls
Group Calls are calls from an individual radio to a group of radios. To communicate in a group, your radio must first be configured as a part of the talk group.6.1.1 Making Group Calls Procedure:
- To select a channel with an active group ID, toggle the Channel Selector knob.
- To call, press the PTT button.
- To listen, release the PTT button.If your radio does not detect voice activity for a predetermined period, the call ends.
6.1.2 Responding to Group Calls
When and where to use:When you receive Group Calls, your radio shows the following indications:
- The green LED illuminates.
- Your radio unmutes and the incoming call sounds through the speaker.
Procedure:
- To respond, press the PTT button.
- To listen, release the PTT button.
Private Calls
Private Calls are calls from an individual radio to another individual radio.6.2.1 Making Private CallsProcedure:
- To select a channel with an active subscriber ID, toggle the Channel Selector knob.
- To call, press the PTT button.
- Wait for the Talk Permit Tone to end, and speak into the microphone.
- To listen, release the PTT button.
If your radio does not detect voice activity for a predetermined period, the call ends.6.2.2 Responding to Private CallsWhen and where to use: When you receive Private Calls, your radio shows the following indications:
- The green LED illuminates.
- Your radio unmutes and the incoming call sounds through the speaker.
Procedure:
- To respond, press the PTT button.
- Wait for the Talk Permit Tone to end, and speak into the microphone.
- To listen, release the PTT button.
If your radio does not detect voice activity for a predetermined period, the call ends.
All Calls
All Calls are one-way calls from an individual radio to all radios on a channel. All Calls are used for making important announcements. The recipients on the channel cannot respond to All Calls.When you receive All Calls, your radio shows the following indications:
- A tone sounds.
- The green LED illuminates.
- Your radio unmutes and the incoming call sounds through the speaker.
All Calls do not wait for a predetermined period before ending. You can only continue with programmed button functions after the All Call ends. If you switch to a different channel during an All Call, your radio stops receiving the call.6.3.1 Making All CallsProcedure:
- To select a channel with an active group ID, toggle the Channel Selector knob.
- To call, press the PTT button.
Chapter 7 Call Alert Operation
Call Alert paging enables you to alert a specific radio user to call you back.
Making Call Alerts
Procedure:Press the programmed One Touch Access button.If the call alert acknowledgment is received, a positive tone sounds.If the call alert acknowledgment is not received, a negative tone sounds.
Responding to Call Alerts
When and where to use:When you receive a Call Alert, your radio shows the following indications:
- A repetitive tone sounds.
- The yellow LED blinks.
Procedure:To respond, press the PTT button within four seconds.
Chapter 8 Talk around
This feature allows you to continue communicating when your repeater is non-operational, or when your radio is out of range from the repeater but within the talk range of other radios.The talk around the setting is retained even after powering down.
Toggling Between Repeater and Talk around Modes
Procedure:Press the programmed Repeater/Talkaround button.If a positive tone sounds, your radio is in talkaround mode.If a negative tone sounds, your radio is in repeater mode.
Chapter 9 Monitor Feature
The feature allows you to ensure that a channel is free before transmitting.
Monitoring Channels
Procedure:Press the programmed Monitor button and hold the button to continue monitoring the channel.If the channel is in use, your radio shows the following indications:
- You hear radioactivity.
- The yellow LED illuminates.If the monitored channel is free, your radio shows the following indications:
- You hear “white noise”.
- The yellow LED illuminates.
Post requisites:To stop monitoring the channel, release the programmed Monitor button.
Chapter 10 Scan
Your radio scans through the programmed scan list for the current channel looking for voice activity when you start a scan.Your radio also performs a dual-mode scan. If you are on a digital channel, and your radio locks onto an analog channel, your radio automatically switches from digital mode to analog mode during the call. If you are on an analog channel, and your radio locks onto a digital channel, your radio automatically switches from analog mode to digital mode during the call.Table 5: Scan types
| Type | Description |
| Main Channel Scan(Manual) | Your radio scans all the channels or groups in your scan list. Whenscanning, your radio may, depending on the settings, automaticallystart on the last scanned active channel or group, or on the channelwhere scan was initiated. |
| Auto Scan (Automatic) | Your radio automatically starts scanning when you select a channel orgroup that has Auto Scan enabled. |
Turning Scan On or Off
Procedure:If Scan is enabled, your radio shows the following indications:
- A positive tone sounds.If Scan is disabled, your radio shows the following indications:
- A negative tone sounds.
Responding to Transmissions During Scanning
During scanning, your radio stops on a channel or group where activity is detected. The radio stays on that channel for a programmed duration known as hang time.Procedure:
- Press the PTT button.
- To listen, release the PTT button.
Deleting Nuisance Channels
If a channel continually generates unwanted calls or noise (termed a “nuisance” channel), you can temporarily remove the unwanted channel from the scan list. This capability does not apply to the channel designated as the Selected Channel.
Procedure:
- Press the programmed Nuisance Delete button until you hear a tone.
- Release the programmed Nuisance Delete button.
Chapter 11 Initiating Radio Enable
Procedure:Press the programmed One Touch Access – Radio Enable button that you want to enable transmission from.Your radio shows the following indications:
- A tone sounds.
- The red LED blinks once.The receiving radio shows the following indications:
- A tone sounds.
- The LED extinguishes.
Chapter 12 Initiating Radio Disable
Procedure:Press the programmed One Touch Access – Radio Disable button that you want to disable transmission from.Your radio shows the following indications:
- A tone sounds.
- The red LED blinks once.The receiving radio shows the following indications:
- The Talk Prohibit Tone sounds.
- The LED flickers.
Chapter 13 Initiating Remote Monitor
Procedure:Press the programmed One Touch Access – Remote Monitor button that you want to enable transmission from.
Table 6: Antennas
| Part Number | Description |
| PMAE4104_ | Mag One, UHF, 400–470 MHz, Wideband Antenna |
Table 7: Battery
| Part Number | Description |
| PMNN4534_ | Mag One Li-Ion, 2400 mAH Battery |
Table 8: Cable
| Part Number | Description |
| PMDN4077_ | Programming Cable |
Table 9: Carry Device
| Part Number | Description |
| PMLN4743_ | Mag One Spring Belt Clip |
Table 10: Charger
| Part Number | Description |
| PMPN4203_ | Mag One Charger Desktop Single Unit INT PS 240V China |
Table 11: Earbuds and Earpieces
| Part Number | Description |
| PMLN6534_ | Mag One Earbud with In-Line Microphone/PTT/VOX Switch |
| PMLN6531_ | Mag One Ear Receiver with In-Line Microphone/PTT/VOX Switch |
| PMLN6532A | Mag One Swivel Earpiece with Microphone/PTT |
| PMLN6536A | 2-Wire with Transparent Tube, Black |
Table 12: Headset and Headset Accessory
| Part Number | Description |
| PMLN6542_ | Mag One Ultra-Lightweight Headset with Boom Microphone and In-Line PTT Switch |
Table 13: Remote Speaker Microphone
| Part Number | Description |
| PMMN4092_ | Mag One Remote Speaker Microphone |
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