If...
Message not transmitted or received
Heavy static or interference
Low batteries
Drop-in Charger LED light does not blink
Battery does not charge although it has
been placed in the drop-in charger for a
while
Chapter 7 : Troubleshooting
Then...
age in industrial and commercial build-
ings. Increasing power provides greater
signal range and increased penetration
through obstructions.
Perform one of the following actions:
•
Ensure the PTT button is completely
pressed when transmitting.
•
Confirm that the radios have the
same Channel, Frequency, Interfer-
ence Eliminator Code, and Scramble
Code settings. See
Transmitting and Re-
ceiving on page
20.
•
Recharge, replace, or reposition batter-
ies. See
Battery Specifications on page
26.
•
Change the radio placement. Obstruc-
tions and operating indoors, or in vehi-
cles, may interfere. .
•
Verify that the radio is not in Scan mode.
See
Scanning Radio Channels on page
24.
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
interfering with transmission.
Recharge or replace Li-Ion battery.
NOTE: Extreme operating temper-
atures affect battery life.
See
Battery Specifications on page
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 29
Charger LED Indications on page
Perform one of the following actions:
•
Verify the drop-in tray charger is prop-
erly connected and corresponds to a
compatible power supply. See
MN006179A01-AD
26.
and
31.
Charging
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