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Motorola APX E5

Motorola APX E5
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APX MOBILE E5
CONTROL HEAD USER
GUIDE
APX TWO-WAY RADIOS
APX 5500, APX 6500, APX 6500Li, APX 7500, APX 8500
*MN006147A01*
MN006147A01-AE
SEPTEMBER 2021
©
2021 Motorola Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved

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Motorola APX E5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMotorola
ModelAPX E5
CategoryTwo-Way Radio
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1: Read Me First

1.1 Notations Used in This Manual

Explains the use of notations like Warning, Caution, and Notice for safety emphasis.

1.2 Radio Care

Provides suggestions for proper radio usage and troubleshooting.

1.3 Additional Performance Enhancement

Details new features designed to enhance radio security, quality, and efficiency.

1.4 What Your DealerSystem Administrator Can Tell You

Advises consulting dealer/admin for specific radio settings and optional accessories.

Chapter 2: Preparing Your Radio for Use

2.1 Turning On the Radio

Step-by-step instructions on powering on the radio and initial display indicators.

2.2 Adjusting the Volume

Procedure for increasing or decreasing the radio's volume using the Volume Knob.

Chapter 3: Radio Controls

3.1 E5 Control Head and Microphone

Details the physical buttons, knobs, and indicators on the E5 control head and microphone.

3.2 Keypad

Explains the use of the keypad for entering alphanumeric text on the radio.

3.3 Programmable Features

Describes how system administrators can program buttons for shortcuts and functions.

Chapter 4: Status Indicators

4.1 LED Indications

Explains the meaning of different LED indications for radio status.

4.2 Status Icons

Describes the various icons displayed on the radio's LCD for status information.

4.7 Alert Tones

Lists alert tones and the conditions under which they occur to inform the user.

Chapter 5: General Radio Operation

5.1 Selecting a Zone

Instructions on how to select a zone, which is a group of channels.

5.2 Selecting a Radio Channel

Procedure for selecting a radio channel based on frequency pairs and programmed functions.

5.5 Receiving and Responding to a Radio Call

Explains how to receive and respond to various radio calls based on system indicators.

5.6 Methods to Make a Radio Call

Details methods for initiating calls using zone menu, mode knob, or contacts.

Chapter 6: Advanced Features

6.1 ViQi

Virtual assistant for radio management and information lookups using voice commands.

6.2 Advanced Call Features

Explains the operations of various advanced call features available in the radio.

6.5 Contacts

Provides "address-book" capabilities for initiating calls with aliases and IDs.

6.7 Scan

Monitors traffic on different channels by scanning a programmed list.

6.12 Emergency Operation

Indicates critical situations and overrides other communication with an emergency signal.

6.15 Text Messaging Service

Enables sending/receiving messages and running database queries directly from radios.

6.16 Secure Operations

Provides the highest commercially available level of voice security on trunked and conventional channels.

6.17 Radio Lock

Requires entering a password to unlock the radio when it powers on.

6.18 Radio Stun and Kill

Explains features to stun or kill radios remotely for unauthorized use prevention.

6.20 Global Positioning SystemGlobal Navigation Satellite System

Discusses GPS feature for location determination and its performance.

6.21 Mission Critical Geofence (ASTRO 25 Trunking)

Uses GPS to determine location and evaluate if radio is within a predefined Geofence area.

6.22 Trunking System Controls

Explains the trunking system control features available in the radio.

6.24 Mission Critical Wireless Bluetooth Wireless Technology

Extends functionality by connecting to external Motorola Solutions accessories via Bluetooth.

6.30 Wi-Fi

Connects radio to Wi-Fi networks for wireless programming via SSID.

6.31 Utilities

Explains the operations of various utility functions available on the radio.

Chapter 7: Accessories

Accessories for usage in the HAZARD ZONE include:

Lists accessories approved for use in hazardous environments.

Legal and Compliance Statements

FCC Licensing Information

Outlines FCC rules for radio operation, licensing requirements, and contact information.

Applying for Canadian License

Details the process and requirements for obtaining a Canadian radio license.

Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency Range

Emergency Channel

Instructions for sending distress calls on VHF Channel 16.

Operating Frequency Requirements

Outlines FCC requirements for shipboard radio operation on VHF frequencies.

Limited Warranty

I. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS AND FOR HOW LONG:

Details the duration and scope of the Motorola Solutions warranty for communication products.

V. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

Lists conditions and damages not covered under the product warranty.

VI. PATENT AND SOFTWARE PROVISIONS:

Outlines Motorola's defense against patent infringement claims and software usage rights.

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