MG160 Series
KEM-ML37104-01B
Safety and General Information
Important Information on Safe and Efficient Operation
Read This Information Before Using Your Radio.
The information provided in this document supersedes the general
safety information in user guides published prior to December 1, 2002.
Transmit and Receive Procedure
Your two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. To control
your exposure and ensure compliance with the general population/
uncontrolled environment exposure limits, always adhere to the
following procedure:
• Transmit no more than 50% of the time.
• To receive calls, release the PTT button.
• To transmit (talk), press the Push to Talk (PTT) button.
Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because the radio
generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting
(in terms of measuring standards compliance).
Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy
Your Motorola two-way radio complies with the following RF energy
exposure standards and guidelines:
• United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of
Federal Regulations; 47CFR part 2 sub-part J.
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of
Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992.
• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) C95.
1-1999 Edition.
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection
(ICNIRP) 1998.
• Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits of Human
Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in the
Frequency Range from 3 KHz to 300 GHz, 1999.
• Australian Communications Authority Radiocommunications
(Electromagnetic Radiation—Human Exposure) Standard, 2003.
• ANATEL ANNEX to Resolution No. 303 of July 2, 2002.
• ANATEL ANNEX to Resolution No. 533 of September 10, 2009.
To ensure optimal radio performance and make sure human
exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy is within the
guidelines set forth in the above standards, always adhere to the
following procedures.
P
ortable Radio Operation and EME Exposure
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ntenna Care
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se only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna.
Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could
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amage the radio and may violate FCC regulations.
D
o NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the
antenna affects its effective range.
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ody-Worn Operation
T
o maintain compliances with FCC/Health Canada RF exposure
guidelines if you wear a radio on your body when transmitting
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lways place the radio in a Motorola-supplied or approved clip
holder, holster, case or body harness for this product. Use of
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on-Motorola-approved accessories may exceed FCC/Health
C
anada RF exposure guidelines.
If you do not use one of the Motorola-supplied or approved
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ody-worn accessories and are not using the radio held in the
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ormal use position, ensure the radio and its antenna are at least 1
inch (2.5 cm) from your body when transmitting.
D
ata Operation
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f applicable, when using any data feature of the radio with or
without an accessory cable, position the radio and its antenna at
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east one inch (2.5 cm) from the body.
Approved Accessories
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or a list of approved Motorola accessories, visit our Web site at
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ww.motorolasolutions.com/talkabout.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
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ote: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to
electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded,
designed or otherwise configured for electromagnetic compatibility.
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his device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference; and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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acilities
To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts,
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urn off your radio in any facility where posted notices instruct you
to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment
that is sensitive to external RF energy.
Aircraft
When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when onboard an
aircraft. Any use of a radio must be in accordance with applicable
regulations per airline crew instructions.
Medical Devices – Pacemakers
The Advanced Medical Technology Association recommends that a
minimum separation of 6 inches (15 cm) be maintained between a
handheld wireless radio and a pacemaker. These recommendations
are consistent with the independent research by and
recommendations of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
People with pacemakers should:
• ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 cm) from their
pacemaker when the radio is turned ON.
• Not carry the radio in the breast pocket.
• Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for
interference.
• Turn the radio OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect
that interference is taking place.
Medical Devices – Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids.
In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your
hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
Medical Devices – Other
If you use any other personal medical device, 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.
Safety and General Use While Driving
Check the laws and regulations regarding the use of radios in the
area where you drive, and always obey them. If you do use your
radio while driving, please:
• Give full attention to driving and to the road.
• Use hands-free operation, if available.
• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if
driving conditions so require.
The use of a two-way radio while engaged in activities requiring
concentration may cause distraction or otherwise impair your ability
to safely participate in such activities. Always use technology safely.
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or More Information
For further information, you may call Motorola at 1-800-638-5119
(
U.S.), or e-mail us at support@giantintl.com or visit us on the
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nternet at www.motorolasolutions.com/talkabout.
D
o 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
r
adio is placed in the air bag deployment area and the air bag
inflates, the radio may be propelled with great force and cause
s
erious injury to occupants of the vehicle.
P
otentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially
e
xplosive atmosphere. Only radio types that are especially qualified
s
hould be used in such areas as “Intrinsically Safe.” Do not remove,
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nstall or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially
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xplosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in
bodily injury or even death.
Note: The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to
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bove include fueling areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or
chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains
c
hemicals or particles (such as grain, dust or metal powders) and
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ny other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your
vehicle engine. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are
o
ften—but not always—posted.
Blasting Caps and Areas
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o avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your
r
adio when you are near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area,
or in areas posted “Turn off two-way radios.” Obey all signs and
i
nstructions.
Operational Cautions
A
ntennas
D
o not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a
damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn
c
an result.
Batteries
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as
b
urns if a conductive material—like jewelry, keys or beaded chains—
touch exposed terminals. The conductive material may complete an
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lectrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in
handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a
pocket, purse or other container with metal objects.
Exercise care when removing batteries. Do not use sharp or
c
onductive tools to remove the batteries.
FCC Licensing Information
Your Motorola radio operates on General Mobile Radio Service
(GMRS) frequencies and is subject to the Rules and Regulations of
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC requires
that all operators using GMRS frequencies obtain a radio license
before operating their equipment. To obtain the FCC forms, please
visit the FCC’s Web site at wireless.fcc.gov/uls/index.htm?job=home
to source form 605 and 159, which includes all the instructions you
will need.
If you wish to have the document faxed or mailed, or if you have
questions, please use the following contact information:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola may
void the user’s authority granted by the FCC to operate this radio and
should not be made. To comply with FCC requirements, transmitter
adjustments should be made only by or under the supervision of a
person certified as technically qualified to perform transmitter
maintenance and repairs in the private land mobile and fixed
services as certified by an organization representative of the user of
those services. Replacement of any transmitter component (crystal,
semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by the FCC equipment
authorization for this radio could violate FCC rules.
You can find the label with the FCC ID in the battery compartment.
Note: Use of this radio outside the country where it was intended to
be distributed is subject to government regulations and may be
prohibited.
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Two-Way Radio
User’s Guide
T
urning Your Radio On and Off
1. To turn on, press and hold until a channel number appears
a
nd the radio beeps.
2. To turn off, press and hold until the display goes blank.
S
etting the Volume
1
. Press the to increase or to decrease the volume. The
volume level flashes and “V” displays.
D
o not hold the radio close to your ear. If the volume is set to an
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ncomfortable level, it could hurt your ear.
Talking and Listening
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same
c
hannel.
1
. To talk, press and hold .
2. When you are finished talking, release .
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or maximum clarity, hold the radio two to three inches away from
your mouth and speak directly into the microphone. Do not cover the
m
icrophone while talking.
Note:
This radio does not have Interference Eliminator Codes. To
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ommunicate with radios that use Interference Eliminator Codes, the
Interference Eliminator Code must be set to 0.
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alk Range
Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve
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ransmission range. Do not use the radios closer than five feet apart.
Monitor Button
U
se this feature to see if there is anyone on the channel you have
selected.
1
. Press and hold to check for the channel activity.
2. When you finish listening, release the button.
Push to Talk Timeout Timer
To prevent accidental transmissions and save battery life, the radio
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tops transmitting if you press for 60 continuous seconds.
Menu Options
Selecting the Channel
1. With the radio on, press . The current channel flashes.
2. Press or and select a channel.
3. Press or to confirm your selection.
Channels and Frequencies
Transmitting Call Tones
To transmit your call tone to other radios set to the same channel as
your radio, press .
Note: To receive the call tone, radios that use Interference
Eliminator Codes must be set to 0.
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