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1. THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual FOR ANY PRODUCT WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED THE SOLE REMEDY WILL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IN NO EVENT WILL RCA COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS BE LIABLE TO THE BUYER OR ITS CUSTOMERS FOR ANY DAMAGES INCLUDING ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR THE LOSS OF PROFIT REVENUE OR DATA ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR THE INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT RCA Communications Systems endeavors to achieve the accuracy and completeness of this manual but is not liable for any possible omissions and printing mistakes All the above specifications and design are subject to change without prior notice Any reproduction and translation of this manual without authorization is prohibited In this manual we strive to achieve accuracy and completeness but provide no warranty of accuracy or reliability All the above specifications and design are subject to change without notice due to continuous development No part of this manual may be copied reproduced translated stored in a retrieval system distributed or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical for any purpose without the2. Microphone 16 Belt Clip 17 Battery Charging Terminals amp 18 Battery Latch 00 Bl e2 Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual PTT Push to Talk Key Press and hold down the PTT key to transmit release it to receive SK Side Key Side Key is the programmable key to which your dealer can assign long and short press function See Glossary for definitions of long and short press Channel Selector Knob Turn the knob to select a desired channel Power Button Radio On Off Press and hold power button until unit turns on Press and hold button again until unit turns off Power alert tones will be heard Accessory Jack The accessory jack can be used to connect a speaker mic earpiece or headset mic Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual BATTERY INFORMATION Initial Use New batteries are shipped from the factory uncharged Charge a new battery approximately 12 hours prior to initial use applies to Ni CD Ni MH and Li lon batteries charged with slow or rapid rate charger NOTE The In
3. Instruction Manual Attaching the Antenna 1 Insert the antenna into the threaded hole on top of the main unit 2 Turn the antenna clockwise as shown until it is tight Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Attaching Removing the Belt Clip 1 Using a small screwdriver remove the 3 To remove the belt clip turn the screwdriver screws from the back of the radio s chassis counter clockwise to loosen the screws and 2 Align the belt clip s screw holes to the remove the clip See illustration below radio s chassis Turn the screw clockwise into the belt clip s screw holes Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Attaching an Accessory Removing an Accessory 1 Open not remove the accessory cover 1 Unplug the audio accessory from the Plug the audio accessory firmly into the accessory jack and close the accessory jack accessory jack as shown cover gt RCA Req O O OMG cl Copyright 2015 RCA Commu
4. expressed written permission from RCA Communications Systems The end user of any two way radio is solely responsible for obtaining any license or other authorizations required by the Federal Communications Commission FCC For further information visit www tcc gov or call 1 888 CALL FCC 1 888 225 5322 Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines and Operating Instructions To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the occupational controlled environment exposure limits always adhere to the following procedures Guidelines Do not remove the RF Exposure Label from the device User awareness instructions should accompany device when transferred to other users Do not use this device if the operational requirements described herein are not met Operating Instructions Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50 of the time To transmit talk push the Push To Talk PTT button To receive calls release the PTT button Transmitting 50 of the time or less is important because this radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting in terms of measuring for standards compliance Hold the radio in a vertical position in front of face with the microphone and the other parts of the radio including the antenna at least one inch 2 5 cm away from the nose Keeping the radio at the proper distance is im
5. for retail stores restaurants and bars Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Optional Accessories continued Heavy Duty Remote Speaker Microphone SM310 X03S No need to remove the radio from your waist which prevents radio damage or loss Medium Duty Remote Speaker Microphone SM220 X03S Never remove the radio from your waist preventing radio dam age or loss Professional Listen Only Earpiece w Transparent Acoustic Tube for use with remote speaker microphone SKO1CNE X79 Lightweight earpiece for use with speaker mics and when transmitting is not necessary Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Optional Accessories continued Economy Listen Only Earpiece for use with remote speaker microphones SKO1CEH X79 Same functions as the professional earpiece but at an economical price Heavy Duty Over The Head Headset HS61NR X03S For use in high noise environments such as airports race tracks and manufacturing plants 24dB noise reduction Heavy Duty Behind the Head Headset HS71NR X03S When a hard hat is necessary in high noise environments Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Optional Accessories continued Nylon Holster fixed belt loop HN150L Prevents loss and prolongs your radio life by preventi
6. the Noise Always On ee communication range and re power on the radio Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual General Specification Frequency Range UHF Channel Capacity Channel Capacity Operating Voltage Battery Type Battery Life 5 5 10 Duty Cycle Frequency Stability 5ppm Operating Temperature 4 131 F 20 55 C Antenna Impedance Dimensions w battery amp no antenna H 3 9 x W 1 9 x D 1 1 in Weight w antenna amp battery 4 80z 1359 Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Optional Accessories Multiple Desktop Charger Cable PC1506 More convenient for plugging in multiple chargers using one power outlet for charging 6 radios Light Duty Speaker Microphone SM110 X03S No need to remove the radio from your waist which prevents radio damage or loss Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Optional Accessories continued Ear Hook Style Earpiece with Microphone PTT SK11EH X03S Serves the same function as the professional surveillance kit at an economical price Surveillance Kit with Palm Mic and In Line PTT SK11NE X03S Professional high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication Lightweight Over The Head Headset with In line PTT HS21V X03S Durable and inexpensive Perfect
7. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into an appropriate AC outlet indicating that charging is active Red LED flashes rapidly 0 2s on 0 2s off 4 When the charge indicator glows green Remove the battery from the charger and the battery is charged and the radio can be 1 Make sure that you are using an original sately removed for use RCA Communications Systems battery 1 Remove power from the battery charger D Clean the charger and the battery s LD charging contacts using a clean dry cloth 2 Make sure the battery temperature isn t above 113 F 45 C 3 Power up the charger and place the battery back into the charging cup If the LED indicator continues to flash red most likely the battery can no longer be charged and must be replaced To determine if the Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual battery requires replacement place the battery pack into another charger that you know is working properly If the LED continually flashes red battery replacement iS necessary Notes e When the battery charger detects the proper battery conditions rapid charging begins automatically steady orange LED e f the battery temperature is above 113 F 45 C the charger will report the fault by flashing the red LED rapidly 0 2s on 0 2s off and will not charge until the battery temperature is below 113 F 45 C with the red LED changing to so
8. Manual Monitor e Squelch Off In this mode the speaker is unmuted in any condition and receives any sound on the current channel When audio signal is received on the channel audio will be heard Otherwise background noise will be heard Press the Monitor key to enter this mode and press it again to exit e Squelch Off Momentary When audio signal is received on the channel audio will be heard Otherwise background noise will be heard Hold down the programmed key continuously to enter this mode and release the key to exit e Monitor In this mode the receiving party can receive incoming calls from the transmitting party regardless of CTCSS CDCSS condition If carrier condition is not satisfied the receiving party will fail to receive any incoming calls Press the Monitor key to enter this mode and press it again to exit e Monitor Momentary Reter to Monitor Hold down the programmed key continuously to enter this mode and release the key to exit Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual e Scan The Scan feature enables a two way radio to continuously scan each channel for activity Press the programmed Scan key to initiate scanning channels in the order they appear in the scan list Status Indicator flashes green during the scan process and solidly glows when activity is detected and signaling condition is satisfied on a channel Press the key aga
9. XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Congratulations on selecting the XR150 from RCA Communications Systems The Most Trusted Name In Radio RCA Communications System products are designed to perform flawlessly under the most demanding commercial conditions Cutting edge design professional grade materials and components simple operation and superior assembly quality RCA Communications Systems has it all including our exclusive no nonsense two year Warranty Protection Program one of the most comprehensive warranties in the communications industry To ensure you achieve maximum performance from your XR150 radio please be sure to carefully read this manual MODELS COVERED IN THIS MANUAL e XR150 Business Two Way Radio Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual CONTENTS Safety and General Information 4 Attaching the Antenna 17 PROGUCTINS DECO 7 Attaching Removing the Belt Clip 18 RCA XR150 Overview 8 Attaching Accessory 19 Battery Information 10 REMOVING ACCessory 19 mitia USE nr 10 General Radio Operations and Functions 20 Applicable Battery Packs 10 Programmable Auxiliary Functions 20 Battery T Dossering 10 Advanced Operations 21 Tips to Prolong Battery Life 11 GUESS A DE ee 21 Batter
10. ay Radio Instruction Manual ADVANCED OPERATIONS The following functions are programmable by your dealer CTCSS CDCSS Set up talk groups with unique CDCSS CTCSS to prevent unwanted conversations on the same frequency If CTCSS CDCSS has been set on the current channel CTCSS CDCSS match is required for the radio to unmute an incoming signal If CTCSS CCSS is not set the radio can receive calls from all users operating on the same frequency Your dealer may set CTCSS CDCSS for some channels This feature does not prevent others from hearing your conversation Radios with the same CTCSS CDCSS or with no CTCSS CDCSS can receive communication from you Battery Save The Battery Save feature will be automatically activated once no activity is present on the channel and no operation is performed no key press and no knob selection for extended operation time Once the radio detects no activity on the channel and no operation performed no key press and no knob selection during radio standby time it will automatically enter sleep mode ten seconds later Pressing any key or receiving a signal will cause the radio to exit Battery Save and return to normal operation Power Adjust Users can switch the transmit power level between high and low power by pressing the programmed Power Adjust key Time Out Timer TOT The TOT timer limits the amount of time the radio can continuously transmit on a channel and protects the radio from
11. background noise Monitor Carrier condition must be satistied for the radio to unmute to an incoming call regardless of CTCSS CDCSS condition Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual GLOSSARY continued Momentary Hold down the Function key to activate the status and release it to turn it off Scan The scan feature enables the radio to continuously scan each channel for activity Busy Channel Lockout Avoid interference with users on same channel by preventing transmission if another talk group is already on the air VOX Hands free option that will automatically begin transmitting when you speak WARRANTY STATEMENT RCA Communications Systems warrants each new radio product it supplies to be free trom defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the time period listed below provided that the user has complied with the requirements stated herein The warranty period begins on the date of purchase from an Authorized RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Outlet This warranty is offered to the original end user and is not assignable or transferable RCA Communications Systems is not responsible for any ancillary equipment which is attached to or used in conjunction with RCA Communications Systems products continued gt Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual RCA Communica
12. damage due to excessive transmission If the user holds down the PTT key longer than the pre programmed time period the radio will automatically stop transmitting and generate a warning tone Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual until the PTT key is released Your dealer may Battery program the alert tone that sounds before the Strenath Status Light Indication TOT timer nearly expires g Battery Strength Indicator 70 100 Lis Indicator glows solid XR150 allows you to simply press the a programmed Battery Strength Indicator 599 70 tatus Indicator glows solid key to illuminate the Status Indicator which orange indicates a variety of battery strength levels 30 50 Status Indicator glows solid red To exit the indications release the key The Status Indicator glows different colors to No indication is given when the represent battery strength levels See chart 10 30 Programmable key is pressed Status indicator flashes red while While the radio is in standby mode Status the radio is operating Indicator flashes red and a low pitched tone lt 10 No indication is given when the sounds at ten second intervals programmed key is pressed If PTT key is pressed at the moment the radio will give an alert indicating that transmission is prohibited Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction
13. dicator Light will turn GREEN approximately one hour after battery is placed in a Rapid Rate Charger however it is strongly recommended the battery charge for 12 hours This initializes it and allows for the best performance Maximum battery capacity is normally achieved after two or three full charge discharge cycles If battery power runs low recharge the battery Batteries that are brand new or that have been stored for an extended period of time several weeks may require more time to fully charge Applicable Battery Packs To reduce the risk of injury use only batteries specified by RCA Communications Systems Caution 1 To avoid risk of personal injury do not dispose of batteries in a fire 2 Dispose of batteries according to local recycling regulations Do not dispose as household waste 3 Never attempt to disassemble the battery Battery Tips 1 When charging a battery keep it at a temperature between 41 F 104 F 5 C 40 C to ensure a full charge Temperatures outside this range significantly reduce battery life 2 Before charging a battery attached to a radio turn the radio off to ensure a full charge Never leave a radio on while in the Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual charger as it can damage both the battery and the radio the charger is not a radio stand Do not cut off the power supply or remove battery while chargin
14. dio to transmit continuously 5 Use only the VOX earpieces specified by RCA Plug a VOX earpiece into the radio s jack properly or the VOX function may not work To purchase accessories please contact your RCA Communications Systems authorized dealer See page 40 Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual TROUBLESHOOTING The battery needs charging Recharge the battery or replace it with a fresh one The battery is not properly installed Remove the battery and reattach it The operating time is noticeably shorter than normal even though the battery is properly charged The battery has worn out it is time to buy a new battery The battery is not fully charged Make sure that the battery is removed after LED indicator has turned green a Make sure that your radio operates on the same frequency and has Cannot talk to or hear group the same CTCSS CDCSS settings as your group members members b Make sure you are within their communication range c Make sure Channel Lock function is not enabled Send your radios to your dealer to change your CTCSS CDCSS settings Hearing non group members and have your group members do so also No voice or low voice while a Turn the volume control knob to its maximum volume transmitting b Return the radio to your dealer to check for microphone damage Group members are too far away to receive their call Move within
15. g Never charge a battery that is wet Dry it with soft cloth prior to charging The battery will eventually weaken When the operating time talk time and standby time is noticeably shorter than normal replace the battery Tips To Prolong Battery Life 1 Battery performance greatly decreases at temperatures below 4 F 20 C Having a spare battery is always necessary in extremely cold environments A cold battery may work again when it returns to room temperature so keep it for later use Dust on the battery contact may cause the battery not to work or charge properly Use a clean dry cloth to wipe it before attaching the battery to the radio 3 Batteries with damaged contacts can be extremely dangerous Any battery with damage to one or more contacts should be replaced immediately and not used under any circumstances Battery Storage 1 Fully charge a battery before storing it for an extended period of time to avoid battery damage due to over discharge 2 Recharge a battery after three months Storage to avoid reduced battery capacity due to over discharge 3 When storing a battery keep it in a dry place at room temperature Charging the Battery 1 When the battery status indicator flashes red and an alert tone sounds at intervals of ten seconds indicating the level is very Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual low recharge it It
16. g software Contact your dealer for details Note Even though the radio remains on a non priority channel activities on the priority channel are still monitored The radio will switch to the priority channel once any activity is detected Available Keys in Scan Mode PTT key Volume Adjust keys and 4 programmable keys of Squelch Off Squelch Off Momentary Monitor and Monitor Momentary e Busy Channel Lockout BCL This function can help avoid interference between radios operating on the same channel When the channel is already in use the radio will sound a continuous warning tone and return to Receive mode when PPT is pressed To cancel the tone release the PTT key e Low Battery Alert When battery power runs low Status Indicator will flash red and a low pitched tone will sound every ten seconds to remind users to replace the battery Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems VOX Voice Operated Transmission With a dedicated VOX earpiece you can enjoy hands free communication When this function is enabled the radio will automatically begin transmitting when you speak and terminate transmitting when you stop without pressing the PTT key e Operation Steps 1 Push the PTT VOX switch on the earpiece to VOX 2 Plug the earpiece into the radio s accessory jack 3 Press the programmed VOX key to activate the VOX feature 4 When no signal is received speak through the earpiece s micropho
17. in to exit scanning When scanning is active the radio will continuously scan for activity on scan list Once activity is detected on a channel scanning will pause on the active channel for you to receive activity The channels available for scanning are programmed by your dealer e No Priority Channel Provided that there is a scan list with six channels and all channels are not prioritized the normal scan operation will proceed in the sequence shown below e Scan On Off You can enter scan mode through two methods Key Operation Press the programmed Scan key to enter scan mode provided that there are no less than 2 members in the scan list Press Scan key again or power off to exit e Auto If Auto Scan is enabled for a channel the radio will automatically enter scan mode when it is switched to this channel When it is switched to other channels or powers off the radio will exit from scan mode e Talk Back This option defines whether users can talk back on the channel where scanning pauses When the option is checked users can do so If the scanning does not pause on any channel users may talk back on the predefined channel e Priority Channel Scan Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual This function enables users to scan the most frequently used channel so that communication isn t missed The priority channel is programmed by the dealer via programmin
18. is never recommended Battery Charging with Radio to completely drain the battery which may 1 Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet cause your battery to malfunction and no socket longer accept a charge p 2 Plug the AC adapter connector into the 2 Use only chargers specified by RCA charger s AC input jack communications systems When the 3 Place the radio with the battery attached in charger s LED illuminates red It Is an the charger The charger indicator light will indication that the battery is being correctly glow solid orange indicating that charging charged When the LED illuminates green is active the battery charge is complete 4 When the charge indicator glows green Status Charged LED the battery is charged and the radio can be safely removed for use Orange LED slowly a Standby no load flashes 0 2s on 3s off Tie a Battery is charging a LED solidly Battery is fully charged Green LED solidly glows OrangeLED rapidly flashes 0 2s on 0 2s off Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Battery Charging without Radio Charging Troubleshooting 1 Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet When troubleshooting always observe the socket color of the LED 2 Plug the AC adapter connector into the No LED Indication charger s AC input jack 3 Place the battery in the charger The charger indicator light will glow solid orange 1
19. lid illumination Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual ANTENNA INFORMATION 3 Push the bottom part of the battery down into position until you hear the battery latch click See image below e Stubby 3 antennas are ideal for communication within limited range and standard 6 antennas optimize coverage Note If the battery iS not securely locked the longer the antenna the better the remove it and reattach it coverage is If you use a stubby antenna for convenience instead of a standard length antenna you can expect approximately a 30 reduction in coverage When using a two way radio outdoors heavy rain snow buildings or thick forest can dramatically reduce radio coverage ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY Attaching the Battery 1 Lift the belt clip and align the top part of the battery under the belt clip 2 Slide the top of the battery up and into position Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Removing the Battery Note Turn off the XR150 if it is on 1 Slide the battery latch on the bottom of the XR150 to release the battery 2 Lift the bottom part of the battery out of the radio first and then slide the top part of the battery down and out of position removing it from the battery compartment Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio
20. ne to transmit your voice e Operation Instructions 1 Press the PTT on you radio to disable the VOX during its operation and release PTT to reactivate this function XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual 2 Press the programmed VOX key to enable disable the VOX feature with corresponding alert tone When it is enabled the alert tone sounds once when it is disabled the alert tone sounds twice 3 The VOX feature will be disabled automatically after the radio is turned off or programmed 4 The VOX function will work with a dedicated earpiece 5 Your dealer may set VOX sensitivity or disable the VOX feature through programming software The VOX key will be not work when the VOX feature is disabled Note 1 VOX PTT function switch can be used in this way unplug the earpiece switch between VOX and PTT plug on the earpiece 2 After the above operations are completed it takes approximately 2 3 seconds for the radio to perform auto detection and then Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual it operates normally To avoid breakdown caused by expected detection error do not use the earpiece during auto detection process 3 If the earpiece operates abnormally unplug the earpiece and and plug it in again as instructed above 4 You may select VOX levels according to the operating environment Too much noise and high VOX level may cause the ra
21. ng unnecessary drops and abuse Waterproot Bag HNWATPROOF Protect your XR150 radio when working around water CARE AND CLEANING e Do not directly handle the radio by its antenna or external earpiece or microphone e Do not place the radio in a dusty or dirty environment e Clean the radio with a lint free cloth moistened with clean water and or a mild dish washing liquid to remove dirt grease and dust e Avoid exposing the radio to corrosives solvents or spirits Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual GLOSSARY Short Press Key press shorter than 1 5 seconds Long Press Key press longer than 1 5 seconds Standby Status In normal mode no key operation is made on the radio and the radio is in receiving status CTCSS CDCSS The setting of CTCSS CDCSS code in transmitting party must match that in the receiving party for the receiver to unmute its output audio Battery Save The function is to save battery power and prolong the operation time Once no activity or operations are occurring on the channel the radio will be on and off alternately Time out Timer TOT The time out timer feature stops someone trom talking too long and tying up the channel Squelch The purpose of squelch is to mute audio output from the speaker when no signals are present Open the squelch to unmute radio speaker Squelch Off Always unmute speaker to receive audio as well as
22. ng time For vehicles with an air bag do not place your radio near the air bag deployment area Keep your radio and its accessories out of reach of children and pets Please operate your radio under the specified operating temperature Continuous transmission for a long time may lead to heat accumulation within the radio body be sure to give the radio sufficient time and ventilation for cooling Do not disassemble modify or repair your radio or its accessories without authorization Instructions on Batteries k Accumulated dust on charging contacts may affect normal charging of the battery Please use a clean dry cloth and wipe it on a regular basis It is recommended that you charge the battery between 41 F 104 F Charging the battery outside this temperature range may cause battery life reduction or even battery leakage 3 When charging a battery attached to a radio turn off the radio to ensure a full charge Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Do not remove the battery or unplug the power cable during charging to ensure a smooth charging process 5 Do not overcharge the battery because it may shorten the normal life of your battery 6 Do not dispose of the battery in a fire 7 Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight tor long periods of time and do not place it close to any heating sources 8 Do not transp
23. nications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual GENERAL RADIO OPERATIONS AND BASIC FUNCTIONS Turn the Radio On Off Long press the Power Switch until an alert tone is heard to turn the radio on To turn the radio off do the same Adjust the Volume You may adjust the volume level through Volume Adjust Keys Press the key to increase the volume or press the key to decrease the volume Selecting a Channel Turn the Channel Selector knob to select a channel Make sure the desired channel number points at the Channel Indicator Transmitting To transmit press and hold down the PTT key speak into the microphone in a normal voice level Hold the XR150 about 1 to 2 inches 3 to 5 centimeters away from your mouth Receiving To receive signal release the PTT key PROGRAMMABLE AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS The SK key is a programmable function button Your dealer may assign any of the following auxiliary functions to a short or long programmable key press None Power Adjust Monitor Monitor momentary Scan Scrambler VOX voice operated transmit Compander Squelch Off Squelch Off Momentary Battery Strength Indicator and Channel Lock If you rotate the Channel Selector knob with Channel Lock function enabled the current channel number will remain unchanged This function will not be disabled after programming Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two W
24. ort or store the battery together with any metal objects to avoid short circuit of the battery 9 Do not squeeze or pierce the battery and do not remove its housing 10 Do not dispose of your old battery in the garbage Recycle and dispose of the battery according to your local regulations Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual PRODUCT INSPECTION Prior to unpacking the XR150 portable radio please inspect the packaging for signs of damage and report any damage or missing components immediately to your RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Outlet Every XR150 portable radio comes with the following items Rem ae CH1501 Desktop Rapid Charger B1517LI Li lon Battery 1650mAh PS1501 Power Supply BC150 Belt Clip Easy way to carry your radio tor UHF Models Instruction Manual CH1501 Desktop B1517LI Rapid Charger Li lon Battery 1650mAh PS1501 BC150 Power Supply Belt Clip NV ANH150U 3 450 470 ST150 UHF 450 470MHz Handy Carry Strap 3 Stubby Antenna Note Frequency band is marked on the label of antenna If it doesn t appear on yours please refer to the label on the radio unit for detailed frequency band information Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual RCA XR150 Overview P j 8
25. portant because RF exposures decrease with distance from the antenna Antenna should be kept away from eyes When worn on the body always place the radio in a approved clip holder holster case or body harness for this product Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Using approved body worn accessories is important because the use of or other manufacturer s non approved accessories may result in exposure levels which exceed the FCC s occupational controlled environment RF exposure limits If you are not using a body worn accessory and are not using the radio in the intended use position in front of the face then ensure the antenna and the radio are kept at least one inch 2 5 cm from the body when transmitting Keeping the radio at the proper distance is important because RF exposures decrease with increasing distance from the antenna Use only RCA Communications Systems approved supplied or replacement antennas batteries and accessories Use of third party antennas batteries and accessories may exceed the FCC RF exposure guidelines For Sales Warranty and Customer Support please contact Discount Two Way Radio Corporation North American Distributor 1430 240th Street Harbor City CA 90710 Phone 310 224 5100 Fax 310 224 5101 www discounttwo wayradio com Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems
26. tions Systems offers to the original end user a Two 2 Year Limited Warranty on the RCA XR150 Radio Handset The XR150 Antenna XR150 Battery and the XR150 Battery Charger are covered under a One 1 Year Limited Warranty The XR150 Belt Clip is not covered under the warranty During this period if the product fails to function under normal use because of manufacturing defect s or workmanship it should be returned to the Authorized RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Outlet trom which it was purchased The Sales and Service Outlet will repair the product to full operating specifications or replace the product with a new product of the same make and model The user is responsible for all charges incurred in returning the product to the Authorized RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Outlet RCA Communications Systems will be responsible for all charges in returning the product to the end user via standard ground shipping service RCA Communications Systems shall have no obligation to repair or replace the product if there is damage as a result of normal wear and tear or if the damage is caused in whole or in part by catastrophe fault or negligence of the user improper or unauthorized alterations or repairs to the product incorrect wiring use of the product in a manner for which it was not designed or by causes external to the product This warranty is void if the product serial number is altered defaced or removed
27. tmospheres and other flammable or explosive materials In such location only an approved Ex protection radio is allowed for use but any attempt to assemble and disassemble the radio is strictly prohibited Do not operate your radio near or in any blasting area Do not operate your radio near any medical or electronic equipment that is vulnerable to RF signals Do not operate your radio while driving 5 Do not operate your radio in any other area where use of wireless communication equipment is completely prohibited Prohibitions of Charging Batteries 1 Do not charge or replace your battery in a location containing fuels chemicals explosive atmospheres and other flammable or explosive materials Do not charge your battery if it is wet Please dry it with a soft clean cloth prior to charging Do not charge your battery if it shows signs of deformation leakage or overheating Do not charge your battery using an unauthorized charger Do not charge your battery in a location where strong radiation is present Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual Instructions on Radio 1 Please only use accessories approved by RCA Communications Systems Keep the radio at least 3 inches away from your mouth during radio transmission Do not use the radio if the antenna is damaged Do not keep your radio receiving at high volume for a lo
28. y SOA rase 11 Battery SAV 6 nee 21 Charging the Battery 11 PON TAQBRS EE ne 21 Battery Charging with Radio 12 Time Out Timer MOT 21 Battery Charging without Radio 13 Battery Strength Indicator 22 Charging Troubleshooting 13 MONO esseni 23 No LED Indication 15 TE NE E E E ee ee ae ted 24 Red LED Flashes Rapidly 06 13 Busy Channel Lockout BCL 25 Antenna Information 15 Low Battery Alert 25 Assembly and Disassembly 15 VOX Voice Operated Transmit 26 Attaching the Battery 15 TOMS SIO ING asne een 28 Removing the Battery 16 Optional Accessories 30 34 Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual CONTENTS continued Care and Cleaning 34 lOS a E nee 35 36 Warranty Statement 36 38 RF Exposure Compliance amp Control 39 40 Customer Support Contact 40 Copyright 2015 RCA Communications Systems XR150 Business Two Way Radio Instruction Manual SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION Please observe the following general safety precautions during all phases of operation service and repair of this equipment Prohibitions of Operating Radios 1 Do not operate your radio in a location containing fuels chemicals explosive a
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