Motorola EX500 Portable Radio
Putting Sophisticated Communication in the Palm of Your Hands

Product Description

The Motorola EX500 and EX600XLS portable radios deliver the advanced, efficient two-way communication you need to stay well connected. At less than 10 ounces, these lightweight radios fit easily into the palm of your hand. And, both offer exceptional features and functionality to give you plenty of communication power-so you can maximize productivity and get the job done.

Features

The EX500 has the following additional features:

• Programmable Emergency Button
• 16 Channels
• X-Pand Audio Enhancement
• Internal VOX; hands-free operation with headset
• 3 Programmable function buttons for easy access to features
• High/low power adjustments to conserve battery life
• Scan mode to scan channels for activity
• Monitor transmissions to locate clear channels
• Repeater talkaround for unit to unit communication, bypassing the repeater
• Quik Call II^TM and MDC1200 Signaling
• Push-to-Talk ID
• Selective Call
• Call Alert
• Radio Check
• Emergency
• Selective Radio Inhibit
• Audio accessories to enhance radio capability

Applications

The EX500/600XLS Series Radios can be used for a variety of applications. Here are a few examples of some key industries:

• Hospitality
  EX Series Radios are ideal for hotel management, food & beverage, concierge service, valet parking, and more. These small, sophisticated radios are preferred for powerful communication, with professional look. The radio's small size also works well in Casinos where they can be used discreetly.
• Event Management
  Compact EX Series Radios help event planners stay well connected to ensure every event – from corporate meetings and functions to major sporting and philanthropic events-- is a success. Golf tournament officials keep these radios in the palm of their hand to finalize rulings, maintain leader board scoring, check on the latest weather updates, and manage crowd control.
• Security/Public Safety
  The EX Series Radios are excellent for security or public safety users, who want a small radio to place in a discrete location or even a pocket. Police Sergeants to Fire Chiefs can enjoy the benefit of utilizing a powerful radio that won't weigh them down.
• Manufacturing
  The compact and lightweight EX Series Radio makes it easier for manufacturing workers and management to step up communications without being weighed down.

Accessories

The various Motorola Original accessories available for your Motorola EX500 and EX600XLS portables make it easy to expand and customize your radios' capabilities to fit your business requirements.

Audio Accessories - Headsets in various styles give your Motorola EX500 and EX600XLS portables enhanced sound clarity—especially useful in noisy environments—and can also provide hands-free operation through the radios’ internal VOX (voice-activated) capability. Remote speaker microphones let you use your radio without lifting it out of its carry case. Comfortable earpieces mute the radio speaker and channel the audio directly to your ear, particularly useful when privacy is important.

Batteries and Chargers - Motorola high- or ultra-high-capacity batteries boost the performance time of your radio to help ensure that it’s ready whenever you need it. Compact lithium ion batteries are ideal for users who prefer a slimmer, lighter radio. Single and six-unit chargers can charge spare batteries in one to three hours, minimizing radio downtime. Moreover, chargers for the Motorola EX500 and EX600XLS radios may also be used with Motorola Professional Series portable radios.

Carry Cases and Carry Holsters - Handy leather or nylon carry cases and carry holsters are designed to hold your Motorola EX500 or EX600XLS portable securely in place, protecting your radio and making it easy and comfortable to carry.

Antennas - A variety of antennas available for the Motorola EX500 and EX600XLS radios offers you flexibility in size and calling range. These antennas are fully compatible with those used for Motorola Professional Series portable radios.

Specifications

View the Catalog Sheet for all the specifications of the EX500 radio. EX500 Spec Sheet PDF (64K)
EX500/600 Brochure PDF (1MB)

FAQ's

What is the warranty for the Motorola EX Series radios?
Three years is the standard warranty on Motorola EX Series radios. You also have the option to purchase an additional one year of warranty coverage, which would provide you with a total of four years of coverage!

If I have Motorola Visar portable radios, can I use the same accessories for my Motorola EX Series radios?
In fall 2001, an adapter will be available, allowing you to use numerous Motorola Visar accessories with the Motorola EX Series radios.

If I have other Motorola radios, can I use the same accessories for the Motorola EX Series radios?
No. The Motorola EX Series portable radios utilize unique accessories. A variety of microphones, headsets, earpieces, and more will help you customize the radio to meet your individual needs.

If I have Motorola HT Series portable radios, can I use the same single unit and multi-unit chargers for the Motorola EX Series radios?
Yes, for your convenience you can charge the Motorola EX Series radios in the same chargers as Motorola HT Series radios: the single unit rapid rate charger (Motorola Part # AAHTN3000), and rapid rate multi-unit charger, (Motorola Part # AAHTN3003C or more current version).