Motorola Talkabout T270 FRS/GMRS Two-Way Radio (2-Pack, Blue) - Manual (Page 13)

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GETTING STARTED
Personalization Stickers
Stickers are provided to personalize and keep track
of radios. You can use permanent markers for blank
stickers.
Installing the Batteries
Discard the retailer tag (loose in one of the battery
compartments) before installing the batteries. Each
radio can use either one NiMH rechargeable battery
pack or three AA alkaline batteries and beeps when
the batteries are low.
1. Turn the radio off.
2. With the back of the radio facing you, lift the battery cover
latch up and remove the cover.
3. To insert the NiMH battery pack by following the
instruction on the battery pack. (The ribbon must be
underneath the battery pack and must wrap around the
right side of the pack for easy removal).
4. To insert the three AA Alkaline batteries with + and –
polarity as shown inside. (The ribbon must be underneath
the AA alkaline batteries and must wrap around the right
side of the batteries).
5. Attach the battery cover and lock it by pressing down the
latch.
Radio Battery Meter
The number of bars ( 0–3) on the Radio Battery icon
shown indicates the charge remaining in the battery.
When the radio battery meter shows one segment
left, the radio chirps periodically or after releasing
the PTT button (Low Battery Alert).
Battery Capacity Maintenance
1. Charge the NiMH batteries once every 3 months when
not in use. After longer lapse, the start of charging in
radio is delayed and can take up to five minutes.
2. Before placing the radio in storage, remove the battery.
3. Batteries corrode over time and may cause permanent
damage to your radio.
4. Store the NiMH batteries in temperature between -20 °C
to 35 °C and in low humidity. Avoid damp conditions and
corrosive materials.
Using the Micro-USB Charger
The micro-USB charger allows you to conveniently
charge your NiMH battery pack.
1. Power OFF your radio before you start charging.
2. Plug the micro-USB cable into the micro-USB charging
port on your radio.
3. Connect the USB charger to a nearby and easily
accessible wall power outlet.
4. An empty battery is fully charged in 8 hours.
5. The battery meter bar scrolls when the battery is charging.