Motorola Business Walkie-Talkies and Accessories - Manual (Page 4)

WALKIE-TALKIE BASICS
Which is better UHF or VHF? UHF offers the best coverage and penetration inside
buildings or outdoors. VHF is fine in flat open areas or around wood structures.
How much power do I need? Power is a major factor in achieving the range and
coverage in a particular structure as well as providing a clear, crisp signal that is
easy to understand. Coverage is improved when power is increased.
How many channels do I need? One channel per work group is typical.
Use multi-channels when separating multiple workgroups. Examples: Managers,
shipping, manufacturing, maintenance, security, general & sub contractors,
different departments such as stock, customer service, etc.
Do current Motorola models talk to older models and other brands?
Yes, as long as the frequencies and codes match.
How many walkie-talkies can be used together? There is no limit.
How rugged are Motorola walkie-talkies? Motorola walkie-talkies are built rugged
for business use and meet Motorola’s accelerated life testing including a 5 foot drop
to concrete on all sides. RDX, XTN and AX Series walkie-talkies meet Military
Standards for high resistance to dust, moisture, shock and vibration.
Can they be used with repeaters and base stations? Repeaters are special
transmitters that provide wide area coverage (up to 50 miles). There is often a
monthly fee per walkie-talkie to use the repeater. Motorola CLS, most RDX, XTN
and DTR Series are designed for on-site use and do not work with repeaters.
RDU4160d and AX models do work with repeaters (dealer programming required).
What is the warranty? Motorola Business Walkie-Talkies are covered by a 1-year
replacement warranty against defects in material and workmanship from the original
date of purchase.
RANGE & COVERAGE
Range is determined by several factors
• UHF provides the best coverage indoors and out, especially in steel and
concrete structures and large industrial or multi-story buildings. A 2 watt UHF
will provide better coverage inside industrial buildings than a 5 watt VHF.
• VHF is good for outdoor “line of sight” applications and inside wood structures
• Power More power provides greater coverage and penetration
• Obstructions Structures, metal, steel and concrete reduce range and coverage
WALKIE-TALKIE BASICS • RANGE & COVERAGE • RETURN ON INVESTMENT
Hourly rate
Each radio pays
for itself in...
Annual savings
for 10 workers
$8 per hour 59 days $14,000
$12 per hour 40 days $21,000
$24 per hour 20 days $42,000
Watch your savings multiply
when each worker saves
just 5 minutes per hour
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Range and
Coverage Guide
UHF 1 Watt
Up to
200,000 sq. ft.
Up to
10 Floors
UHF 2 Watt
Up to
250,000 sq. ft.
Up to
20 Floors
UHF 4 Watt
Up to
300,000 sq. ft.
Up to
30 Floors
DTR Digital
Up to
350,000 sq. ft.
Up to
30 Floors
VHF 1 Watt
Up to
150,000 sq. ft.
Up to
8 Floors
VHF 2 Watt
Up to
180,000 sq. ft.
Up to
10 Floors
VHF 5 Watt
Up to
250,000 sq. ft.
Up to
15 Floors
Industrial Buildings Multi-Level Buildings
CLS SERIES BUSINESS WALKIE-TALKIE
Compact and ultra light weight 4.5 oz. makes this unit
highly desirable in retail stores as well as health care
facilities and many businesses.
NEW RDX SERIES BUSINESS WALKIE-TALKIE
Extremely rugged and compact, making these
models great for contractors, manufacturing, warehouse,
etc. Low and high power models, to cover large industrial
buildings. Model available with repeater capability.
DTR410 DIGITAL BUSINESS WALKIE-TALKIE
The first all digital walkie-talkie delivers outstanding
voice quality with extraordinary range and coverage in
large steel or concrete buildings.
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INDUSTRIAL CORDLESS PHONE WITH
BUILT-IN WALKIE-TALKIE
Designed for use with multi-line phone systems to
access any line, transfer calls, etc. Instantly talk to all
workers. Phone and walkie-talkie all in one handset.
WIRELESS MESSAGE ALERT UNITS
Place around your facility to send customized
messages to all walkie-talkie equipped workers.
ACCESSORIES FOR BUSINESS WALKIE-TALKIES
Extra batteries, 6-unit chargers, headsets and speaker
mics, leather holsters, belt clips, etc.