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Motorola DP4400 User Manual

Motorola DP4400
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PROFESSIONAL DIGITAL TWO-WAY RADIO
MOTOTRBO
DP4400/DP4401
NON-DISPLAY PORTABLE
USER GUIDE
EN FR IT ESDE PL RU ARTU
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Motorola DP4400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power OutputVHF: 1-5W; UHF: 1-4W
IP RatingIP57
Operating Temperature-30°C to +60°C
Digital ProtocolDMR
Frequency RangeVHF: 136-174 MHz
Channel Capacity32 channels
Weight290g (with standard battery)

Summary

Getting Started

How to Use This Guide

Explains how to use the user guide for basic operation of MOTOTRBO Non-Display Portables.

What Your Dealer/System Administrator Can Tell You

Lists information you can obtain from your dealer or system administrator regarding radio configuration and usage.

Preparing Your Radio for Use

Charging the Battery

Provides instructions for charging the NiMH or Li-Ion battery using a Motorola charger for optimal performance.

Attaching the Battery

Details how to align, attach, and remove the battery from the radio using the battery latch.

Attaching the Antenna

Explains how to attach and remove the antenna by screwing it clockwise or counterclockwise onto the radio.

Attaching the Belt Clip

Describes how to align and attach the belt clip to the battery and how to remove it.

Attaching the Universal Connector Cover (Dust Cover)

Explains how to attach and remove the dust cover for the universal connector located on the antenna side of the radio.

Powering Up the Radio

Details how to turn on the radio by rotating the On/Off/Volume Control Knob until it clicks.

Adjusting the Volume

Explains how to increase or decrease the radio's volume by turning the On/Off/Volume Control Knob.

Identifying Radio Controls

Radio Controls

Identifies the key controls on the radio, including the Channel Selector Knob, PTT button, and LED indicator.

Programmable Buttons

Explains how dealers program buttons for shortcuts to functions or channels based on press duration.

Assignable Radio Functions

Lists various assignable functions like Bluetooth Audio Switch, Bluetooth Connect/Disconnect, and Call Forwarding.

Assignable Settings or Utility Functions

Lists assignable settings or utility functions such as All Tones/Alerts, Power Level, and Squelch.

Push-To-Talk (PTT) Button

Describes the dual purpose of the PTT button for transmitting and initiating calls.

Switching Between Conventional Analog and Digital Mode

Explains how to switch between analog and digital modes using the Channel Selector Knob and notes feature unavailability.

IP Site Connect

Describes how this feature extends communication beyond a single site by connecting to multiple sites via an IP network.

Capacity Plus

Explains Capacity Plus as a single-site trunking configuration for efficient channel utilization.

Linked Capacity Plus

Details Linked Capacity Plus as a multi-site trunking configuration combining Capacity Plus and IP Site Connect.

Identifying Status Indicators

LED Indicator

Explains the meaning of different LED colors and patterns for radio status, such as transmitting, receiving, and battery status.

Indicator Tones

Lists the types of indicator tones like high-pitched, low-pitched, positive, and negative.

Audio Tones

Describes audible indications for radio status or data reception, including continuous, periodic, repetitive, and momentary tones.

Receiving and Making Calls

Selecting a Zone

Explains that a zone is a group of channels and the radio supports up to 32 channels and 2 zones.

Selecting a Channel

Details how to select a channel for transmission or reception using the Channel Selector Knob.

Receiving and Responding to a Radio Call

Explains how the LED indicates transmitting (solid green) and receiving (blinking green) and how to unscramble privacy-enabled calls.

Receiving and Responding to a Group Call

Outlines the procedure for receiving and responding to a group call, including LED indications and PTT usage.

Receiving and Responding to a Private Call

Details the procedure for receiving and responding to a private call, including LED indications and PTT usage.

Receiving and Responding to a Selective Call

Explains how to receive and respond to a selective call, which is a private call on an analog system.

Receiving an All Call

Describes how to receive an all call, used for important announcements, and notes that it cannot be responded to.

Making a Radio Call

Explains how to make a radio call using the Channel Selector Knob or a programmed One Touch Access button.

Making a Group Call

Details the procedure for making a group call, requiring the radio to be configured as part of that group.

Making a Private Call

Outlines the procedure for making a private call, noting that the radio must be programmed for this function.

Making a Selective Call

Explains the procedure for making a selective call, similar to a private call, requiring specific programming.

Making an All Call

Describes the procedure for making an all call, which transmits to all users on the channel and requires specific programming.

Stopping a Radio Call

Explains how to stop an ongoing group or private call to free the channel, for example, in case of a stuck microphone.

Talkaround

Describes how to communicate when the repeater is not operating or is out of range, but other radios are within range.

Monitoring Features

Explains monitoring features to check channel availability before transmission.

Monitoring a Channel

Explains how to use the Monitor feature to ensure a channel is free before transmitting.

Permanent Monitor

Details how to use the Permanent Monitor feature to continuously monitor a selected channel for activity.

Advanced Features

Scan Lists

Explains that scan lists are created and assigned to individual channels/groups to scan for voice activity.

Scan

Describes how the radio scans the programmed list for voice activity and the LED indication.

Starting and Stopping Scan

Details the procedure for starting and stopping a scan using a programmed button or by selecting a channel with auto-scan enabled.

Responding to a Transmission During a Scan

Explains how to respond to a transmission detected during a scan, including PTT usage and hang time.

Deleting a Nuisance Channel

Explains how to temporarily remove an unwanted channel from the scan list if it generates continuous noise or calls.

Restoring a Nuisance Channel

Provides methods to restore a deleted nuisance channel, such as powering off/on or restarting a scan.

Vote Scan

Describes Vote Scan for wide area coverage by selecting the strongest signal from multiple base stations.

Call Indicator Settings

Mentions turning ringing tones for private calls on or off.

Escalating Alarm Tone Volume

Explains the Escalert feature, which automatically increases alarm tone volume for unanswered calls.

Call Alert Operation

Describes Call Alert paging to alert a user to call back, accessible via a programmed One Touch Access button.

Receiving and Responding to a Call Alert

Details the procedure for receiving and responding to a call alert page.

Making a Call Alert with the One Touch Access Button

Outlines the procedure for sending a call alert to a predefined ID using the One Touch Access button.

Emergency Operation

Explains how to initiate an emergency alarm in critical situations, detailing button press durations and assigned features.

Sending an Emergency Alarm

Describes how to send a non-voice emergency alarm that triggers an alert on a group of radios.

Sending an Emergency Alarm with Call

Details how to send an emergency alarm with a call to a group of radios, allowing subsequent communication on an emergency channel.

Sending an Emergency Alarm with Voice to Follow

Explains how to send an emergency alarm with voice to a group of radios, automatically activating the microphone.

Sending an Emergency Alarm with Voice to Follow

Continues the explanation of sending an emergency alarm with voice to a group of radios, including hot mic functionality and cycle mode.

Reinitiating an Emergency Mode

Explains how the radio reinitiates emergency mode after channel change or pressing the Emergency On button.

Exiting an Emergency Mode

Lists the conditions under which the radio exits emergency mode, such as receiving acknowledgment or pressing the Emergency Off button.

Text Messaging Features

Covers features related to text messaging.

Sending a Quick Text Message

Outlines the procedure for sending pre-programmed quick text messages via a programmable button.

Privacy

Describes the privacy feature, which uses software-based scrambling to prevent unauthorized eavesdropping on a channel.

Multi-Site Controls

Explains features applicable when the channel is part of an IP Site Connect or Linked Capacity Plus configuration.

Starting an Automatic Site Search

Details the procedure for initiating an automatic site search when the radio detects weak signal or no signal.

Stopping an Automatic Site Search

Explains how to stop an automatic site search when the radio is actively searching for a new site.

Starting a Manual Site Search

Outlines the procedure for initiating a manual site search.

Lone Worker

Explains the Lone Worker feature, which triggers an emergency alarm if no user activity is detected for a set period.

Password Lock Features

Describes how to access the radio via password upon powering up using the Channel Selector Knob and side buttons.

Accessing the Radio from Password

Details the procedure for accessing the radio using a password after powering up.

Unlocking the Radio from Locked State

Details the procedure to unlock the radio from a locked state after entering an incorrect password multiple times.

Bluetooth

Explains how to use the radio with Bluetooth-enabled devices like headsets or scanners.

Finding and Connecting to a Bluetooth Device

Outlines the procedure for finding and connecting to a Bluetooth device.

Disconnecting from a Bluetooth Device

Details how to disconnect from a Bluetooth device.

Switching Audio Route

Explains how to toggle audio routing between the internal speaker and a Bluetooth accessory.

Utilities

Covers various utility functions for radio configuration.

Setting the Squelch Level

Describes how to adjust the squelch level to filter unwanted calls or noisy channels.

Setting the Power Level

Explains how to toggle the transmit power level between high and low for each channel.

Turning the Option Board Feature(s) On or Off

Mentions that a channel can support up to 6 option board features.

Turning the Voice Operating Transmission (VOX) Feature On or Off

Describes how to initiate hands-free calls using VOX and how to re-enable it.

Turning the Voice Operating Transmission (VOX) Feature On or Off

Continues the explanation of VOX and how to re-enable it after PTT press or channel change.

Turning Radio Tones/Alerts On or Off

Explains how to enable or disable all radio tones and alerts, except for the incoming emergency alert tone.

Checking the Battery Strength

Details how to check the battery power level via the LED indicator.

Voice Announcement

Explains how this feature provides audible indications for zone, channel, or button presses.

Intelligent Audio

Describes how the radio automatically adjusts audio volume to overcome background noise, affecting only receive audio.

GPS

Explains that GPS is a satellite navigation system used to determine the radio's precise location.

Batteries and Chargers Warranty

The Workmanship Warranty

Guarantees against defects in workmanship under normal use and service.

The Capacity Warranty

Guarantees 80% of rated capacity for the warranty duration.

Limited Warranty

I. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS AND FOR HOW LONG:

Details what the warranty covers and for how long, including specific product categories.

III. STATE LAW RIGHTS:

Mentions that some states have specific rights regarding warranties.

IV. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:

Explains the process for obtaining warranty service, including proof of purchase and authorized service locations.

V. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

Lists items and conditions not covered by the warranty, such as misuse, accidents, or unauthorized modifications.

V. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

Continues listing items and conditions not covered by the warranty, including cosmetic damage and normal wear and tear.

VI. PATENT AND SOFTWARE PROVISIONS:

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

VII. GOVERNING LAW:

States that the warranty is governed by Illinois state law.

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