VX-350 Series
Operating Manual
Controls & Connectors
Display Icons & Indicators
(
LCD Version
)
T
TPTT switch. Speak
into the microphone area of the front panel grille
(lower right-hand corner) in a normal voice level.
TPTT
switch.
Do not transmit the radio without an antenna con-
nected.
If a Speaker/Microphone is available, remove the plastic cap and its two mount-
ing screws from the right side of the transceiver
Speaker/Microphone into the MIC/SP jack; secure the plug using the screws
supplied with the Speaker/Microphone. Hold the speaker grille up next to your
ear while receiving. TPTT switch on the Speaker/Micro-
phone, just as you would on the main transceiver
Note:Save the original plastic cap and its mounting screws. They should
be re-installed when not using the Speaker/Microphone.
OperationBefore You Begin
BA P ACK I NSTION AND R EMOV AL
T
hand, so your palm is over the speaker and your
thumb is on the top of the belt clip. In-
sert the battery pack into the bat-
tery compartment on the back
of the radio while tilting the
Belt Clip outward, then push
the bottom side of the battery
pack until the battery pack
locks with the Battery Pack
Latch.
T
the Battery Pack Latch on the bottom of the radio, then slide the battery down-
ward and out from the radio while holding the Belt Clip.
Caution!
Do not attempt to open any of the rechargeable Lithium-Ion packs, as they
could explode if accidentally short-circuited.
LOW BA I NDICA
As the battery discharges during use, the voltage gradually becomes lower
the battery voltage becomes to low
charge the depleted pack.
top of the radio will blink red and “Battery Indicator” on the LCD will blink on the
LCD version. Furthermore, if your Dealer sets the “Low Battery
the transceiver, an alert beeper will sound when the battery voltage is low
PRELIMINAR S TEPS
Install a charged battery pack onto the transceiver
Screw the supplied antenna onto the
transceiver without an antenna connected.
If you have a Speaker/Microphone, we recommend that it not be connected
until you are familiar with the basic operation of the VX-350 .
OPERA Q UICK S T
TVOL/PWR knob clockwise to
turn on the radio on.
TCH selector knob to choose the
desired operating channel.
Rotate the VOL/PWR knob to set the volume level.
If no signal is present, press and hold in the Pro-
grammable key assigned to “SQL OFF ” for more
than one second; background noise will now be
heard, and you may use this to set the VOL/PWR
knob for the desired audio level.
Press and hold in the Programmable key assigned
to “SQL OFF ” for more than one second (or press
the key twice) to quiet the noise and resume normal
(quiet) monitoring.
Microphone
Speaker
MIC/SP Jack
(
External Mic/Earphone
)
VOL/PWR Knob
CH
(
Channel
)
Selector
Side 1 Switch
Push T
(
PTT
)
Switch
Antenna
LED Indicator
LCD
(
LCD VERSION
)
4 Key
(
LCD VERSION
)
Battery Pack Latch
Side 2 Switch
Glows Green
Blinking Green
Glows Red
Blinking Red
Y
Monitor on (or Side 1, or 2 switch is activated: Non-LCD version)
Busy Channel (or SQL
Transmitting
Battery V
Receiving a Selective Call
SAFETY TRANING INFORMATION
This Radio has been tested and complies with the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) RF exposure limits for Occupational Use/Controlled ex-
posure environment. In addition, it complies with the following Standards and
Guidelines:
FCC 96-326, Guidelines for Evaluating the Environmental Effects of Ra-
dio-Frequency Radiation.
FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 (1997) Supplement C, Evaluating
Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency
Electromagnetic Fields.
ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992, IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to
Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3kHz to 300
GHz.
ANSI/IEEE C95.3-1992, IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measure-
ment of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields-RF and Microwave.
W: This radio generates RF electromagnetic ener
transmit mode. This radio is designed for and classified as Occupa-
tional Use Only, meaning it must be used only during the course of employ-
ment by individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such haz-
ards. This radio is not intended for use by the General Population in an uncon-
trolled environment.
CAUTION: T
is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere
to the following guidelines:
Please r
of this transceiver
Do not transmit the radio without an antenna connected.
This radio is NOT
uncontrolled envir
work related operations only wher
knowledge to control its RF
When transmitting, hold the radio in a ver
phone 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) away from your
antenna at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from your head and body
The radio must be used with a maximum operating duty cycle not
exceeding 50 %, in typical Push-to-T
transmit for mor
T
compliance requir
T
18 belt-clip, reduce the maximum operating duty cycle still mor
The radio is transmitting when the red LED on the top of the radio is
illuminated. Y
button.
When operate the radio with the
make the transmission time as short as possible, to keep the Body W
configuration.
Always use the FNB-V96LIA or FNB-V130LI-UNI Lithium-Ion Bat-
tery
Perform the batter
+10 °C to +40 °C. Charge out of this range could cause damage to the
battery pack.
Battery Pack shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or
Always use
V
as fire, leakage or
tion of non-V
The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to
make him or her aware of RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio
operates with the FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.
Electromagnetic Interfer
During transmissions, this radio generates RF energy that can possibly
cause interference with other
ence, turn off the radio in areas where signs ar
Do not operate the transmitter in ar
netic radiation such as hospitals, health care facilities, air
ing sites.
FCC License Information
This radio operates on communications fr
FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Rules and Regulations. FCC
Rules requir
cies obtain a radio license before operating their equipment.
Tilt the Belt Clip
Insert the Battery Pack
Push the bottom side
of the battery pack
Accessories & Options
FNB-V96LIA 7.4 V
FNB-V130LI-UNI 7.4 V
V Desktop Rapid Charger Set (CD-34+P
V 6-unit Multi Charger (for FNB-V96LI)
CD-58 Desktop Charger (for FNB-V130LI-UNI)
P AC
V 6-unit Multi Charger (for FNB-V130LI-UNI)
MH-37A4B Earpiece/Microphone
MH-45B4B Speaker/Microphone
MH-360S Speaker/Microphone
MH-450S Speaker/Microphone
VCM-2 V
DCM-1 Desktop Char
FVP-25 Encryption/DTMF pager Unit
FVP-35 Rolling Code Encryption Unit
FVP-36 V
VME-100 MDC1200
®
/GE-Star
®
A Rubber
A Rubber
A Rubber
A Rubber
A Rubber
A Rubber
ATV- Rubber Antenna 134-151 MHz
A Rubber
A Rubber
CLIP-17E Swivel Belt Clip
CLIP-18 Belt Clip
LCC-350 Leather Case
CE86 Programming Software
FIF-12 USB Programming Interface
CT Radio to Radio Programming Cable
CT PC Programming Cable (for FIF-12)
Operating Temperature Range
Operation: USA/EXP versions: –30 °C to +60 °C (–22 °F to +140 °F)
European version: –25 °C to +55 °C (–13 °F to +131 °F)
Battery Charging: +10 °C to +40 °C (+50 °F to +104 °F)
IMPORT N OTICE
Please follow these cautions to prevent hearing damage:
Always adjust the audio level of the transceiver to the minimum before
connecting the Earpiece/Headset to the transceiver
Use the Earpiece/Headset at as low a volume as possible for existing
conditions.
Slowly adjust the VOL/PWR knob when increasing the audio level.
“T” is enabled
“Dual W” is activated
“Call ” Indicator
Receiver Monitor
Low Power T
8 Character
“Encryption ” is enabled
: This channel is in the “Scan ” List
: “Priority Scan ” is activated
Priority Channel indication
Battery Indicator
RSSI Indicator
NOTICE !
There are no owner-serviceable parts inside the transceiver
jobs must be referred to an authorized VERService
Representative. Consult your TEX ST
for installation of optional accessories.
DISPOSAL OF YOUR ELECTRONIC AND
ELECTRIC E QUIPMENT
Products with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed as
household waste.
Electronic and Electric Equipment should be recycled at a
facility capable of handling these items and their waste
byproducts.
In EU countries, please contact your local equipment sup-
plier representative or service center for information about
the waste collection system in your country
IMPORT N OTICE FOR N OR A MERICAN U SERS
REGARDING 406 MHZ GUARD B AND
The U.S. Coast Guard and National Oceanographic and
ministration have requested the cooperation of the U.S. Federal Communi-
cations Commission in preserving the integrity of the protected frequency
range 406.0 to 406.1 MHz, which is reserved for use by distress beacons.
Do not attempt to program this apparatus, under any circumstances, for
operation in the frequency range 406.0 - 406.1 MHz if the apparatus is to
be used in or near North
W
as a distress beacon by the US Coast Guard and NOAA. Under
circumstance should this fr
prepr
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
EC065N207
