Introduction ..................................................................... 1
Class B Digital Device ..................................................... 2
Warning! FCC RF Exposure Requirements ................. 3
Warning! IC RSS General Requirement ...................... 5
Controls & Connectors ................................................... 7
LCD Icon & Indicators ................................................... 8
Before You Begin ............................................................. 9
Battery Pack Installation ............................................. 9
Battery Pack Removal ................................................. 9
Belt Clip Installation ................................................. 10
Antenna
Installation
.................................................. 10
Battery
Charging
....................................................... 11
Low Battery Indication .............................................. 12
Operation ....................................................................... 13
Preliminary
Steps
...................................................... 13
Operation Quick Start ................................................ 13
Automatic Time-Out Timer ....................................... 15
ARTS™ (Auto Range Transpond System) ............... 16
LOCK
........................................................................ 16
Advanced Operation ..................................................... 17
Programmable Key Functions .................................. 17
Description of Operating Functions ......................... 19
User Set (Menu) Mode .................................................. 31
Optional Accessories ..................................................... 39
Warranty Policy ............................................................ 40
C
ONTENTS
Congratulations!
You now have at your fi ngertips a valuable communications tool, a Vertex Standard two-way radio! Rugged, reliable and
easy to use, your Vertex Standard radio will keep you in constant touch with your colleagues for years to come, with negli-
gible maintenance down-time. Please take a few minutes to read this manual carefully. The information presented here will
allow you to derive maximum performance from your radio, in case questions arise later on.
Important Note
There are no owner-serviceable parts inside the radio. All service jobs must be referred to an authorized Vertex
Standard Service Representative.
In order to maintain the specifi ed water integrity performance, periodic maintenance is recommended.
Should the radio sustain a severe shock (e.g. if it is dropped), the water integrity may be compromised, requiring
service. Should this occur, contact your Authorized Vertex Standard Dealer.
