Motorola APX 8000 User Manual

Chapter 2
Getting Started
This section provides instructions to prepare your radio for use.
2.1
Charging the Battery
Prerequisites:
WARNING: To avoid a possible explosion:
• Do not replace the battery in any area labeled hazardous atmosphere.
• Do not discard batteries in a fire.
When and where to use: Motorola Solutions-approved battery shipped with your radio is uncharged.
Prior to using a new battery, charge it for a minimum of 16 hours to ensure optimum capacity and
performance. For a list of Motorola Solutions-authorized batteries and chargers available for use with
your radio, see Accessories on page 144.
NOTE: When charging a battery attached to a radio, the radio must be turned off.
Procedure:
To charge the battery, place the battery (with or without the radio) in a Motorola Solutions-
approved charger.
The LED on the charger indicates the charging progress. For more information, see the Charger
User Guide.
2.2
Attaching the Battery
If your radio is preprogrammed with volatile-key retention, the encryption keys are retained for
approximately 30 seconds after battery removal. Check with your dealer or system administrator for
more information.
You can view the status of the battery if the radio is using an IMPRES battery.
NOTE:
User is notified if radio detects non-Motorola Solutions battery upon powering up, charging, or
removing from the charger. This feature is applicable for IMPRES and Non-IMPRES battery.
When the radio is attached with the non-Motorola Solutions battery, a tone sounds, display
shows Unknown Battry temporarily and battery indicator is not shown in the radio display.
Battery menu screen displays Unknown Battry permanently and IMPRES battery information
is not shown on the radio display.
Procedure:
1 Slide the battery into the radio frame until the side latches click into place.
2 To remove the battery, turn the radio off. Squeeze the release latches at the bottom of the
battery until the battery releases from the radio.
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Motorola APX 8000 Specifications

General

Brand	Motorola
Model	APX 8000
Category	Two-Way Radio
Language	English