COMMUNICATIONS 11 ADDENDUMS Flashcards
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BATTERY
It is expected that the battery will last approximately __________ at 2 watts; if using a 5-watt channel expect _________ of service.
It is expected that the battery will last approximately 4-5 HOURS at 2 watts; if using a 5-watt channel expect 2-3 HOURS of service.
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BATTERY
The capacity of the Motorola battery used with the XTS3500R is rated for approximately ___________.
8 HOURS
The capacity of the Motorola battery used with the XTS3500R is rated for approximately 8 hours.
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BATTERY
When shall the batteries be exchanged with fully recharged batteries from the charger?
- beginning of each tour
- after extensive use
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BATTERY
Radios that chirp have aprx how much of its full charge remaining?
5-10%
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TRUE/FALSE
While these batteries will power the radios enough to still receive transmissions and transmit at 2 watts, testing has shown that the battery power is just above the power threshold for transmitting a 5 watt emergency alert. Such batteries shall be replaced immediately, or as soon as possible.
TRUE
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BATTERY
How many batteries per handie-talkie are units issued?
Units are only issued 2 batteries per assigned handie-talkie
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What is considered an UNSAFE ACT in regards to the charging of batteries?
Batteries need to be used and charged on a regular basis. If this cycle is disrupted for more than 2 weeks, the batteries charging capacity will become greatly diminished. THEREFORE STORING BATTERIES FOR AN EXTENDED PERIORD OF TIME WITHOUT USAGE IS CONSIDERED AN UNSAFE ACT.
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BATTERY
Who ensures the exchange of batteries on a rotating basis?
FDNY radio repair shop
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TRUE/FALSE
If a radios battery is unable to be removed from the back of the radio, members are allowed to use a screwdriver to pry it out and detach it from radio.
FALSE
Members shall refrain from using screwdrivers or other tools to detach battery from radio. If battery removal is too difficult, the entire HT with battery shall be placed OOS.
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BATTERY
Batteries will normally charge in __________.
APPRX 1 HOUR
The battery will normally require approximately one hour of charging.
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BATTERY
A steady red light on radio means?
Radio is transmitting
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A flashing red light on radio while transmitting means? (2 meanings)
- low battery
- radio voltage temporarily dropped below the preset alert level
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A flashing green light on radio while transmitting means?
Battery too low to transmit but reception possible
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BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
When charging the battery, if battery contacts need to be cleaned, what is used?
Clean dirt, grease or foreign material with a SOFT CLOTH, if needed
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BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
As battery is inserted, the red “charging” LED on the charger will light to indicate?
Battery is being “rapid” charged
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BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
What does a flashing yellow light on the battery charger led indicate?
- inserted battery is too cold or too hot to be “rapid” charged (outside temperature range 50º F - 95º F), the battery charger will show a flashing yellow LED and will begin charging when the battery is in the correct temperature range.
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BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
A green light on the charger led indicates?
Charging is complete
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TRUE/FALSE
Batteries do not need to be removed from charger when turning green. The battery can remain in the charger and will receive a trickle charge. There is an auto shut-off feature if the battery gets too hot.
TRUE
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BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
A single flash green light on the LED of the charger means?
Successful power up or recovery from fault condition
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BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
A steady red light on the LED of the charger means?
Battery is being rapid charged
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BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
A flashing red light on the LED of the charger means?
Battery is unchargeable or not making proper contact
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BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
A flashing green light on the LED of the charger means?
Battery greater than 90% charged
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BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
A steady green light on the LED of the charger means?
Charging is complete
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BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
A flashing yellow light on the LED of the charger means?
Battery too cold to be rapid charged, charging resumes after condition is corrected.
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BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
If a fault condition occurs, what must be done?
Pull AC plug from AC outlet to remove power from charger.
Remove battery from charger and clean contacts on both charger and battery.
Restore power to the charger.
Reinsert battery into charger.
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PRECAUTIONS
A fully discharged battery is “rapid” charged in ________.
One hour
A fully discharged battery is “rapid” charged in one hour.
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PRECAUTIONS
The radio should be turned _______ while attached to a battery being recharged in a charger.
OFF
The radio should be turned OFF while attached to a battery being recharged in a charger.
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TRUE/FALSE
If a battery is removed from a charger indicating green and then quickly replaced, it will read red for a short time. This practice has no effect on the batteries capacity.
FALSE
If a battery is removed from a charger indicating green and then quickly replaced, it will read red for a short time. This practice will reduce the batteries’ capacity and should be avoided.
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If a battery gets too hot to hold after charging, it indicates __________.
A DEFECT
If a battery gets too hot to hold after charging, it indicates a defect.
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Exchanged batteries received from the depot must be left on the charger for a minimum of _________ before using.
14 HOURS
Exchanged batteries received from the depot must be left on the charger for a minimum of 14 HOURS before using.