What does CS ERROR mean on my Motorola CP185 Two-Way Radio?
- DDennis DavisSep 6, 2025
A 'CS ERROR' message on your Motorola Two-Way Radio indicates a Checksum Error. Reprogram the codeplug to resolve this.
What does CS ERROR mean on my Motorola CP185 Two-Way Radio?
A 'CS ERROR' message on your Motorola Two-Way Radio indicates a Checksum Error. Reprogram the codeplug to resolve this.
Why does my Motorola CP185 have no receive audio, or the receiver doesn't unmute?
If you are experiencing no receive audio or the receiver does not unmute on your Motorola Two-Way Radio, check if the transmitted signal matches the receiver configuration (PL, DPL, etc.). Also, with the monitor function enabled, check if the radio can be unmuted.
Why is the audio distorted or not loud enough on my Motorola CP185 Two-Way Radio?
If the audio from your Motorola Two-Way Radio is distorted or not loud enough, it might be due to the synthesizer not being on frequency. Check the synthesizer frequency by measuring the transmitter frequency and realign it if it's off by more than ±150 Hz (VHF) or ±500 Hz (UHF).
Why does my Motorola Two-Way Radio have poor RF sensitivity?
Poor RF sensitivity in your Motorola Two-Way Radio can be caused by several factors: * The synthesizer not being on frequency: Check the synthesizer frequency by measuring the transmitter frequency; realign if off by more than ±150 Hz (VHF), ±500 Hz (UHF). * Receiver front end tuning: Check RF front-end tuning for optimum sensitivity using the tuner.
Channels | 16 |
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Power Output | VHF: 5W, UHF: 4W |
IP Rating | IP54 |
Frequency Range | VHF: 136-174 MHz |
Drop Test | MIL-STD-810F |
Battery Life | Up to 11 hours (high capacity battery) |
Weight | 335g (with standard battery) |
Guidelines for safe product usage and RF energy exposure.
Describes the radio's self-test routine upon power-on.
Procedure to activate and use the test mode for display and controls.
Procedure for activating and using test mode on non-keypad models.
Guidance on setting up the Customer Programming Software.
Procedure for copying radio configurations between units.
Requirements and procedures for tuning the radio using PC and tuner.
Procedures for aligning transmitter power levels.
Steps to tune the transmitter's high power output.
Steps to tune the transmitter's low power output.
Procedures for tuning transmit modulation for 12.5 and 25 kHz.
Procedure for tuning modulation at 12.5 kHz channel spacing.
Procedure for tuning modulation at 25 kHz channel spacing.
Procedures for tuning receiver squelch for various band/spacing combinations.
Procedure for tuning normal squelch for 12.5 kHz bands.
Procedure for tuning tight squelch for 12.5 kHz bands.
Procedure for tuning normal squelch for 25 kHz bands.
Procedure for tuning tight squelch for 25 kHz bands.
Precautions for preventing damage to static-sensitive components.
General instructions and required tools for disassembling and reassembling the radio.
Step-by-step instructions for disassembling the radio.
Step-by-step instructions for reassembling the radio.
Precautions for handling sensitive components in non-keypad models.
General instructions and tools for non-keypad radio disassembly/reassembly.
Step-by-step instructions for non-keypad radio disassembly.
Step-by-step instructions for reassembling the non-keypad radio.
Lists radio error codes, their possible causes, and corrective actions.
Lists common receiver problems, their causes, and corrective tests.
Lists common transmitter problems, their causes, and corrective tests.