Document Outline

• Table Of Contents
• Your New Radio
• Radio Diagram 2-3
• Removing Battery Door 4
• Installing the NiMH Battery 5
• Charging the NiMH Battery 6
• Battery Meter 7
• Low Battery Alert 7
• Using Radio with Holster 8
• Before You Can Talk
• Spirit GT Radio Frequencies 9
• Interference Eliminator Codes 9
• Bands 9
• Operation
• Turning the Radio On 10
• Adjusting the Volume 10
• Monitoring Channel Activity 10
• Call and Alert Tones 11
• Transmitting Messages 11
• Programming
• Changing the Channel -
• Spirit GT+ Only 12
• Programming a Frequency
• to a Selected Channel 12
• Exiting Programming Mode 12
• Programming the Code 13
• Frequency and Code Verification 13
• Spirit GT Series Features
• Display Light 14
• Auto Reset 14
• Time-out Timer 14
• Lock 15
• Spirit GT+ Features
• Channel Scan-Spirit GT+ Only 16
• Activating Scan Feature 16
• Pausing on a Channel 16
• Hands Free Use
• Enabling VOX 17
• Setting VOX Sensitivity 18
• Additional Information
• Accessories 19
• Talk Range 20
• Care and Safety 20
• Troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting 21-22
• Safety Information
• Cautions and Warnings 23-24
• Charging Safety Instructions 25-26
• Frequency Chart 27
• Interference Eliminator Code
• Chart 27
• Warranty
• One Year Limited Warranty 28-29
• Computer Software Copyrights 30
• Specifications 31
  • Your New Radio
• Congratulations on your purchase of the Spirit GT Business Radio. Your radio is a product of Moto...
• Motorola Spirit GT professional two-way radios are the perfect communications solution for all of...
• Scroll Button
• Changes radio settings.
• Used for frequency and
• code verification.
• Menu Button
• Changes function mode.
• Push-To-Talk Button
• Used to transmit
• messages.
• Monitor Button
• Monitors frequency
• activity. Used with On-Off/
• Volume Knob to adjust
• volume.
• Charging Connector
• Used for charging battery.
  • NiMH Battery
• Your Spirit GT radio operates on a Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) rechargeable battery. The NiMH rec...
• Removing the Battery Door:
  • 1. Grasp radio with one hand, display side down (do not hold radio antenna).
  • 2. Slide battery door back half-way until you feel resistance. Figure 3.
  • 3. Remove battery door from radio by lifting door up as shown. Figure 4.
• Charging the NiMH Battery:
• To get maximum use from the battery, charge it for at least five hours before you use it for the ...
  • 1. Turn the radio off.
  • 2. Plug charger into an AC wall outlet. Figure 8.
  • 3. Lift the charging connector cover on radio (not detachable) and plug charger connector into ja...
  • 4. LED Indicator on Battery Charger will flash. (See chart below for complete charging status).
• Notes: For optimum battery life, battery should not be left charging for extended periods.
• Do not transmit while radio is charging. Transmitting while radio is charging can cause transmitt...
• Turn radio off when charging. If radio is on while charging, at least twice as much time is requi...
• The battery may also be charged outside of the radio.
• LED Color Charging Status Completion
• Solid red Rapid Up to 90%
• Flashing Green Top-off 90% to 100%
• Solid Green Complete 100%
• Flashing Red Battery Fault ______
• Flashing Yellow* Standby ______
• *Battery is not receiving correct voltage. Battery charging temperature must remain between 00 to...
  • Battery Meter
• The battery meter, located on the display, is divided into three bars. As power is used, the bars...
• Note: To ensure proper functioning of the battery meter use only the Motorola NiMH rechargeable b...
  • Low Battery Alert
• When the battery is low, the radio will beep:
• • 3 to 4 seconds after turning power on
• • every 10 minutes in standby mode
• • after releasing Push-To-Talk button
• • after releasing the Call button
• Note: Remove battery before storing your radio for extended periods. Battery may corrode over tim...
  • Belt Holster
• Spirit GT radios come with a belt holster.
• Using Radio with Holster:
  • 1. Position the base of the radio in bottom of holster.
  • 2. Push the radio towards the holster until it latches into place. Figure 11.
  • 3. To remove radio from holster, pull the top tab on holster away from radio. Figure 12.
  • 4. Attach radio in its holster to your belt or waistband. Figure 13.
  • Additional Information
  • Programming
• Changing the Channel: Spirit GT+ Only
• Use the Scroll button to select channel 1 or 2.
• Programming the Spirit GT+ radio is a two step process:
• 1. Frequency selection
• 2. Code selection
• Note: The radio will return to operation mode in 10 seconds or after pressing Push-To-Talk button.
• Programming a Frequency to a Selected Channel:
  • 1. Press and hold down the Push-To-Talk button while turning the radio on, wait for approximately...
  • 2. Use Scroll button to select one of the 8 frequencies. Figure 16.
  • 3. On a Spirit GT+, press the Monitor button.
  • 4. The current channel will flash, press scroll button to change channel.
  • 5. After the second channel is selected, press Monitor button again, current frequency for second...
  • 6. Use Scroll button to select new frequency.
• Exit Programming Mode - 3 Ways
  • 1. Press Push-To-Talk to exit completely.
  • 2. Allow the Menu time to expire (10 seconds).
  • 3. Press Menu button to go to code programming.
• Note: Spirit GT+ users can set a different frequency for each channel.
  • Programming Cont.
• Programming the Code:
  • 1. Press and hold down the Push-To-Talk button while turning the radio on, wait for approximately...
  • 2. Hit Menu button once, Code number will flash. Figure 17.
  • 3. Use Scroll button to select a new code for the radio.
• Note: If using a Spirit GT+, the code will be the same for both channels.
• Frequency and Code Verification:
• To check frequency and code, turn radio on, the radio panel displays current settings.
• Spirit GT
  • 1. Press Menu button 3 times. The channel and frequency will be displayed.
  • 2. Press Menu button one more time, code will be displayed.
• Spirit GT+
  • 1. Press Menu button 3 times. The channel and frequency will be displayed. Figure 18.
  • 2. Press Scroll button to change channel.
  • 3. Press Menu button one more time, code will be displayed.
• Accessories
• There are several audio and carrying accessories (sold separately) available for Spirit GT radios...
• For information, contact your place of purchase or call Motorola at:
• 1-800-448-6686
• When using audio accessories, the radio’s volume should be kept at a comfortable listening level....
  • FCC Licensing Information
• Your Motorola radio operates on FM radio communication frequencies and is subject to the Rules an...
• Fax-On-Demand system at:
• 1-202-418-0177
• from your Fax machine and request document 000600 for all forms and instructions.
• To have the forms mailed to you, call the FCC forms hotline at:
• 1-800-418-FORM
• (1-800-418-3676)
• For questions concerning the license application, contact the FCC at:
• 1-888-CALL-FCC
• (1-888-225-5322)
• Or:
• http://www.fcc.gov
• Before filling out your application, you must decide which frequency(ies) you can operate on. See...
• 1-800-448-6686
• Contents of Package
• Radio
• Holster
• NiMH Battery
• 3 Hour Charger Adapter
• Literature (Not shown)
• Owner’s Manual
• Warranty Card
• Quick Reference Guide
• * 1 Channel Model
• ** 2 Channel Model
• On-Off/Volume Knob
• Used to adjust volume, turn radio on or off.
• LED Indicator Light
• Indicates radio is on; will be
• steady red when transmitting.
• Battery Meter Indicator
• Indicates how much battery charge is left.
• Accessory Connector
• Used for plugging in optional
• audio accessories.
• Call Button
• Calls other radio users.
• Lock Button*
• Scan/Lock Button**
• Scans frequencies for activity.
• Locks radio to prevent accidental
• change of settings.
• Internal Microphone
• Used to talk into.
• Figure 1.
• Figure 2.
• Figure 3.
• Figure 4.
• Figure 8.
• Figure 9.
  • Before You Can Talk
• Read this manual carefully, make sure you know how to properly operate the radio before use. Spir...
• Spirit GT Radio Frequencies
• You can only communicate with any radios that are set on the same frequency and code. The chart o...
• You can program any one of the eight frequencies (F1 through F8) to channel 1 for the Spirit GT o...
• Interference Eliminator Codes
• Codes filter out static, noise and unwanted messages on radio channels. Since radio channels can ...
• Bands
• FCC Regulations require that most new licensees must be operating on 12.5 kHz channel spacing cap...
• 1 464.5000 Brown
• 2 464.5500 Yellow
• 3 467.7625 J
• 4 467.8125 K
• Figure 10.
• Figure 11.
• Figure 12.
• Figure 13.
  • Spirit GT Features
    • Lock
• Lock allows you to disable the Scroll, Menu, and Scan (Spirit GT+ only) buttons so that the radio...
• Activating Lock Feature:
• Press and hold the Lock or Scan/Lock button until LOCK appears on the display.
• Disabling Lock Feature:
  • 1. Press and hold Lock or Scan/Lock button until LOCK disappears.
  • 2. Radio emits audible tone to confirm lock and unlock feature activation. Disabled buttons will ...
  • Specifications
• Figure 20.
• Outdoor
• Flat ground with no obstructions, up to 4 miles.
• Residential
• Around residential buildings, up to 1.5 miles
• Industrial
• Steel/concrete Industrial buildings, up to 200,000 sq. ft.
• Multi-Level
• Multi-level buildings, up to 15 floors.
  • Talk Range
• Spirit GT radios have been designed to maximize performance and improve transmission range. It is...
• Talk range depends on the terrain. These are line of sight radios and talk range will be affected...
  • Care and Safety
• To clean the radio, wipe with a soft cloth dampened with water. Don’t use cleaners or solvents on...
• If the radio gets wet, turn it off and remove battery immediately. Dry battery compartment with a...
• Heavy Static or Interference
• Channel/Code Locked
• Low Battery
• Charger Not Functioning
• Please read this manual carefully to ensure you know how to properly operate the radio before use.
• FCC License required.
• Nom RF Power
• Operating Temperature
• Storage Temperature
• Operating Voltage
  • Hands Free Use
• Spirit GT radios have built-in Voice Operated Transmission (VOX) capability. This means the sound...
• Enabling VOX:
  • 1. With the radio off, plug accessory’s connector into jack on left side of the radio. Figure 21.
  • 2. Turn radio on.
  • 3. Lower volume before placing accessory on head or in ear. VOX appears on display to indicate VO...
  • 4. To transmit, speak into accessory microphone, you will hear your voice in the earpiece, confir...
• Note: There’ll be a brief delay between when you start/stop talking and transmission time. You’ll...
• Resetting to Push-To-Talk Mode:
  • 1. Press Push-To-Talk button once. VOX display will disappear.
  • 2. To transmit, press Push-To-Talk. To receive, release Push-To-Talk.
• Notes:
• • To return to VOX mode, turn radio off, then back on. Vox will appear in display.
• • Accessory Jack Cover is not detachable and should be closed when not in use.
• Figure 16.
• Figure 17.
  • Spirit GT Features
    • Display Light
• Spirit GT radios have a backlit display which comes on when you first turn on the radio. The back...
  • Auto Reset
• The Reset feature returns all user programmable features back to the original factory settings.
  • 1. Turn radio off.
  • 2. Hold down both the Monitor and Push-To-Talk buttons while turning the radio on. Radio emits au...
  • Time-out Timer
• The Time-out Timer feature helps extend battery life by preventing accidental transmission. If th...
  • Spirit GT+ Features
    • Channel Scan - Spirit GT+ Only
• Scan allows you to monitor frequencies and codes of other transmitting radios. When the radio det...
• Activating the Scan Feature:
  • 1. With the radio on, press and release the Scan/Lock button. SCAN appears on the display, flashi...
  • 2. When the radio detects frequency activity, SCAN stops flashing and the active channel and code...
  • 3. If you want to talk back on this channel/ code, press Push-To-Talk button within 5 seconds or ...
  • 4. To turn off the Scan feature and return to normal operation mode press and release the Scan/Lo...
• Pausing on a Channel:
  • 1. Press Monitor button to lock or hold your radio to displayed channel and code. CHAN SCAN appea...
  • 2. To begin scanning again, press the Monitor button.
  • 3. The radio will return to scan mode after 5 seconds or after you press the Push-To-Talk button.
  • 4. To turn off the Scan feature and return to normal operation mode press the Scan/Lock button.
• Radio will scan only on the selected frequencies for channel(s) 1 and 2 and all codes.
  • VOX Sensitivity
• Spirit GT radios allow you to adjust the VOX sensitivity of the radio to compensate for varying l...
• Setting VOX Sensitivity:
  • 1. With the radio on, press Menu button two times to enter VOX sensitivity mode.
  • 2. VOX will appear on display along with the current VOX setting, which will flash. Figure 22.
  • 3. Use Scroll buttons to select sensitivity level.
• Three Sensitivity Levels:
• 1 = Low sensitivity, high levels of background noise.
• 2 = Medium sensitivity , used in most applications.
• 3 = High sensitivity, low levels of background noise.
• Note: The radio will return to normal operation mode after 10 seconds or after you press the Push...
• Antenna
• (Not removable)
• 1 Watt
• -100C to 500C/140F to 1220F
• -550C to 850C/-670F to 1850F
• 3-6 Volts
• Computer Software Copyrights
• Patent Notice
• States Patents:
• Visit the Motorola Website at:
  • www.motorola.com/spirit
• Spirit GT Series radios have a one (1) year limited warranty.
• Limited Warranty Motorola Communication Products
• This warranty applies within the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia.
• MOTOROLA INC. ("MOTOROLA") warrants the MOTOROLA products listed below in the product warranty sc...
• To receive warranty service, deliver or send the Product item, transportation and insurance prepa...
• a) Defects or damage resulting from use of the Product in other than its normal and customary man...
• c) Defects or damage from improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, alteration, mod...
• d) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material workmanship.
• e) A Product subjected to unauthorized Product modifications, disassemblies or repairs (including...
• f) Product which has had the serial number removed or made illegible.
• g) Rechargeable batteries if:
• 1) any of the seals on battery enclosure of cells are broken or show evidence of tampering.
• 2) the damage or defect is caused by charging or using the battery in equipment or service other ...
• h) Freight costs to the repair depot.
• i) A Product which, due to illegal or unauthorized alteration of the software/firmware in the Pro...
• j) Scratches or other cosmetic damage to Product surfaces that does not effect operation of the P...
• MOTOROLA will defend, at its own expense, any suit brought against the end user purchaser to the ...
• Spirit GT Series Radios: One (1) year .
• Spirit GT Series Accessories: 90 days.
• Rechargeable Batteries will be replaced during the applicable warranty period if:
• a) the battery capacity falls below 80% of rated battery capacity or,
• b) the battery develops leakage.
• Figure 18.
• 1 or 2
• UHF-464.5000 to 467.9250 MHz
• Up to 4 miles
• NiMH Rechargeable Battery
• 9 Hours (5/5/90 duty cycle)*
• *Average times are calculated using
• 5% transmit, 5% receive and 90%
• standyby time.
• Channels
• Operating Frequency
• Talk Range
• Power Source
• Battery Life (talk time)
• Figure 5.
• Other Patents Pending.
• Lower volume with Volume knob before placing accessory on head or in ear.
• GT+ Model Shown
• Installing the NiMH Battery:
  • 1. Remove battery door. Figures 2-4.
  • 2. Insert NiMH battery so that the contact sides are down (see note below). Figure 5.
  • 3. Replace the NiMH battery door by positioning it halfway up the radio body. Figure 6.
  • 4. Push battery door up until secure.
• Stop Sign: The NiMH battery has a stop sign symbol to remind you to turn the battery over and ali...
• When power is low, recharge the battery immediately to avoid interrupted use.
• Interference Eliminator Code Chart
• Spirit GT Code
• Hz Freq
• Spirit GT Code
• Hz Freq
• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6
• 7
• 8
• 9
• 10
• 11
• 12
• 13
• 14
• 15
• 16
• 17
• 18
• 19
• 67.0
• 71.9
• 74.4
• 77.0
• 79.7
• 82.5
• 85.4
• 88.5
• 91.5
• 94.8
• 97.4
• 100.0
• 103.5
• 107.2
• 110.9
• 114.8
• 118.8
• 123.0
• 127.3
• 20
• 21
• 22
• 23
• 24
• 25
• 26
• 27
• 28
• 29
• 30
• 31
• 32
• 33
• 34
• 35
• 36
• 37
• 38
• 131.8
• 136.5
• 141.3
• 146.2
• 151.4
• 156.7
• 162.2
• 167.9
• 173.8
• 179.9
• 186.2
• 192.8
• 203.5
• 210.7
• 218.1
• 225.7
• 233.6
• 241.8
• 250.3
• Note: Code (0) disables Interference Eliminator Codes. This allows you to monitor all activity on...
• For Spirit GT compatibility information with other Motorola two-way radios, please call 1-800-448...
• Frequency Chart
• 5 467.8500 Silver Star
• 6 467.8750 Gold Star
• 7 467.9000 Red Star
• 8 467.9250 Blue Star
• Step 1
• Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy
• The design of your Motorola two-way radio, which generates radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic e...
• • FCC Report and Order FCC 96-326 (August, 1996)
• • American National Standards Institute (C95-1 - 1992)
• • National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP - 1986)
• • International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNRP - 1986)
• - Env. 50166 - 1 1995E - Human Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields Low Frequency (0 Hz to 10 kHz)
• - Env. 50166 - 2 1995E - Human Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields High Frequency (10 kHz to 300 kHz)
• - Proceeding of SC211/8 1996 - Safety Considerations for Human Exposure to E.M.F’s from Mobile Te...
• To assure optimal radio performance and to ensure that exposure to RF energy is within the guidel...
• When transmitting with a two-way portable radio:
• • Hold radio in a vertical position with its microphone 2-3 inches (5.0 to 7.5 cm) away from your...
• • Keep antenna at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from your head and body.
• • If you wear a portable radio on your body, ensure that the antenna is at least one inch (2.5 cm...
• Electromagnetic Interference Compatibility
• Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequate...
• • Turn your radio OFF in any facilities where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or ...
• • Turn your radio off when on board aircraft when instructed to do so. Any use of the radio must ...
• Do not use the radio with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes in contact with the skin,...
• All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily, injury or burns if a conductive material s...
• Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Air ...
• Turn your radio OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, unless it is a type...
• Batteries
• Do not replace or charge batteries in a potentially explosive atmosphere. Contact sparking may oc...
• Blasting Caps and Areas
• To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn your radio OFF near electrical blas...
• Note: Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often, but not always, clearly marked. The...
• No Power
• Message Not Transmitted
• Message Not Received
• Hearing Other Noise or Conversation on a Channel
• Limited Talk Range
• Recharge or replace NiMH battery.
• Make sure the Push-To-Talk button is completely pressed as you transmit, LED should glow continuo...
• Reposition, replace or charge battery.
• Confirm radios have the same frequency and Interference Eliminator Code settings.
• Make sure Push-To-Talk is not inadvertently being pressed.
• Reposition, replace or charge battery.
• Buildings, obstructions, operating indoors or in vehicles may interfere with communication. Chang...
• Make sure volume is turned up.
• Confirm Interference Eliminator Code is set, (active settings are 1-38).
• Shared frequency or Interference Eliminator Code may be in use, change frequency or code.
• Steel/concrete structures, heavy foliage and use in residential/industrial areas, buildings and i...
• Wearing radio close to body such as in a pocket or on a belt will decrease range, change location...
• Radios too close. Radios must be at least 5 feet apart.
• Radios too far apart. Obstacles interfere with transmission. Talk range is up to 4 miles in clear...
• Make sure radio is unlocked. See page 15 for more information.
• Recharge NiMH battery. Extreme operating temperatures will affect the life of the battery.
• Charger pin is not properly in place. Check to make sure the charger pin is fully inserted into t...
• Remove battery from radio and try to charge separately.
• If the radio still doesn’t work properly, contact your place of purchase or call Motorola Product...
  • 1-800-448-6686
  • Charging Safety Instructions
• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Before using the battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on,
• • the battery,
• • battery charger, and
• • the radio using the battery.
  • Charging Guidelines
• Make sure you follow these charging safety guidelines:
  • 1. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
  • 2. Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, or has been dropped or damaged in ...
  • 3. Do not disassemble the charger. If it does not work properly return it to the point of purchas...
  • 4. Never alter the AC cord or plug provided with the unit. If plug will not fit the outlet, have ...
  • 5. To reduce risk of damage to cord or plug, pull by the plug rather than the
  • 6. cord when disconnecting charger from AC receptacle.
  • 7. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any...
  • 8. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Motorola may result in a risk of fire, electri...
  • 9. Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or subject...
  • 10. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extensio...
• • That the pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same
• • Number, size, and shape as those on the plug of the charger.
• • That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition, and
• • That the cord size is 18 AWG for lengths up to 100 feet, and 16 AWG for lengths up to 150 feet.
  • 11. The supply cord of this charger cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the charger shoul...
• Single-Unit Charger
• Kit Number
• Description
• Power Supply
• NTN9105A
• 110V - NiMH Charging Adapter
• 2585305C01
• Kit Number
• Capacity in milliampere-hour mAH / Description / Composition
• HNN9720
• 750 mAH/Spirit GT
• To reduce the risk of injury, charge only the rechargeable batteries listed. Other types of batte...
• Step 2
• Step 3
  • Troubleshooting
• Figure 6.
  • Operation
• Turning the Radio On:
  • 1. Turn the On-Off/Volume Knob clockwise. You will hear a beep and see the LED Indicator Light fl...
  • 2. To turn the radio off, turn the On-Off/Volume knob counterclockwise. You will hear a click to ...
• Note: When you turn the radio on you are in normal operating mode.
• Adjusting the Volume:
• Hold Monitor button down to listen to audio level while rotating On-Off/ Volume Knob. Rotate cloc...
• Monitoring Channel Activity:
• The Monitor button is used to check activity on current frequency before transmitting. Check freq...
• Figure 14.
• Figure 5.
• Figure 21.
• Figure 22.
• Figure 7.
• Figure 19.
  • Call and Alert Tones
• The four Call Tones on the Spirit GT radios are used to alert other radio users of an incoming tr...
• Alert Tones (beeps) confirm radio functions. Alert Tones can be disabled. When Alert Tones are di...
• Setting Call Tones:
  • 1. With radio on, press the Menu button once. Call Tone number flashes. Figure 15.
  • 2. Use Scroll button to select one of the four Call Tones.
• Disabling Call and Alert Tones:
  • 1. Turn the radio off.
  • 2. Hold down the Monitor button while you turn radio on again.
  • 3. To re-activate Alert Tones, turn the radio off, then on again while holding the Monitor button...
• Transmitting Messages:
• Check frequency activity by pressing Monitor button. You’ll hear static if frequency is clear to ...
  • 1. To transmit, press Push-To-Talk and speak into radio.
  • 2. The LED Indicator Light will glow continuously when transmitting.
• Receiving Messages:
  • 1. To receive messages, release the Push-To-Talk button.
• To maximize clarity, hold radio 2 to 3 inches from mouth.
• Figure 15.
• Notes:
• Notes:
• * 6 8 8 0 9 0 6 Z 7 2 - O *
• Frequency Frequency Frequency
• Number MHz Color
• Frequency Frequency Frequency
• Number MHz Color