If...
Then...
ings. Increasing power provides greater
signal range and increased penetration
through obstructions.
Message not transmitted or received
Perform one of the following actions:
• Ensure the
PTT
button is completely
pressed when transmitting.
• Confirm that the radios have the same
Channel
,
Frequency
,
Interference
Eliminator Code
, and
Scramble Code
.
• Recharge, replace, or reposition batter-
ies. See
Battery Specifications on page
.
• Change the radio placement. Obstruc-
tions and operating indoors, or in vehi-
cles, may interfere.
• Verify that the radio is not in Scan mode.
Scanning Radio Channels on page
.
Heavy static or interference
Radios are too close. Ensure the transmit-
ting and receiving radios are at least 5 ft (1.5
m) apart.
Radios are too far apart or obstacles are in-
terfering with transmission.
Low batteries
Recharge or replace Li-Ion battery.
NOTICE:
Extreme operating tem-
peratures affect battery life.
See
Battery Specifications on page 22
.
Drop-in Charger LED light does not blink
Perform one of the following actions:
• Verify that the radio and battery is prop-
erly inserted.
• Check the battery and charger contacts
to ensure that they are clean and charg-
ing pin is inserted correctly.
See
Charging a Stand-Alone Battery with
the Drop-in Tray SUC on page 24
Charger LED Indications on page 26
Battery does not charge although it has
been placed in the drop-in charger for a
while
Perform one of the following actions:
• Verify the drop-in tray charger is properly
connected and corresponds to a compat-
ible power supply. See
Stand-Alone Battery with the Drop-in
Tray SUC on page 24
.
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