Motorola CP185 5W 16-Channel Two-Way VHF Radio with Display, 136-174MHz

SKU: MOTAH03KEF8A MFR: CP185-V
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Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear audio with this Motorola two-way radio, ensuring reliable communication.
  • Enjoy up to 10 hours of battery life, perfect for long shifts or extended outdoor activities.
  • This durable two-way radio meets military standards (MIL-STD-810) for rugged reliability in tough conditions.
  • Easily program 16 channels with customer programming software (CPS) for customized communication needs.
  • VHF radio ensures excellent range; ideal for construction sites, security teams, and event management.
  • IP54-rated water resistance protects your two-way radio from splashes and dust, enhancing longevity.
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Motorola CP185 Specifications

Performance

Performance

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  • Adjustable power levels

    Yes

  • Frequency band

    VHF

  • Frequency range

    136-174MHz

  • Standard battery chemistry type

    Lithium ion

  • Estimated battery life

    up to 10 hours

  • Power

    5W (VHF)

Radio Features

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  • Channel scan

    Yes

  • Number of channels

    16

  • Channel spacing (kHz)

    12.5, 25

  • CPS (Customer Programming Software)

    Yes

  • Monitor Permanent (Sticky) Monitor

    Yes

  • Scan types

    Nuisance channel delete

  • Talk around

    Yes

  • Voice operated transmit (VOX)

    Yes

  • X-pand voice compression

    Yes (And low level expansion)

  • Front panel programmable

    Yes

  • Programmable buttons

    Yes

Technology

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  • System type

    Conventional

User Environment

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  • IP Standards

    IP54

  • Mil spec

    810 C, 810 D, 810 E, 810 F

Battery

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  • Battery Info

    Required, included

  • Battery Material

    Lithium ion

  • Battery Type

    Non-universal

  • Battery Quantity

    1

Physical

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  • Display

    Full

  • Keypad

    Limited

  • Emergency button

    None

  • Dimensions (H x W x D)

    With standard battery: 4.72 x 2.28 x 1.46" (11.98 x 5.79 x 3.7cm)

  • Weight

    With standard battery: 12.34 oz (349.83g)

About Motorola CP185

Where robust, professional-grade communication is paramount, the Motorola CP185 5W 16-Channel Two-Way VHF Radio with Display, operating within the 136-174MHz frequency range, emerges as a superior solution. This device is specifically designed for high-demand environments such as educational institutions, retail and hospitality businesses, and service and manufacturing industries.

The Motorola CP185 is equipped with a comprehensive set of features to enhance your communication experience. It boasts built-in voice scrambling for heightened privacy, VOX capability for hands-free communication, and five programmable buttons for easy, one-touch access to up to 10 user-selected options.

This two-way VHF radio stands out with its X-Pand Technology, ensuring crisp, clear, and strong audio quality, even in noisy environments. Its compact and lightweight design makes it easy to handle and use, while its multi-channel capability with 16 channels supports seamless communication among all your employees.

The CP185 also offers adjustable high and low power levels (5 watt: VHF) to help extend battery life, and repeater capability for increased coverage when required. Its talk around capability ensures uninterrupted communication even when a repeater is not in use.

This device meets Military 810 C, D, E, and F standards, making it resilient enough to withstand the most demanding conditions. It also features -70 dB adjacent channel selectivity for enhanced rejection of interference from strong signals on adjacent channels, ensuring your message gets through clearly.

The CP185 MDC models, available in both Limited Keypad (LKP) and No Keypad (NKP) versions, offer MDC1200 capabilities, providing caller ID, radio in-range check, and radio inhibit decode. The DTMF capabilities vary between models, with the No Keypad Model offering receive voice selective call, call alert, and transmit PTT ID, while the Limited Keypad Model provides transmit/receive voice selective call, call alert, and transmit PTT ID.

In summary, the Motorola CP185 5W 16-Channel Two-Way VHF Radio with Display is a versatile, durable, and high-performing communication tool, designed to enhance productivity and streamline operations in any professional setting.

Motorola CP185 Features

  • Compact, lightweight design
  • Built-in simple voice scrambling
  • VOX capable
  • Programmable buttons
  • Multi-channel capability
  • X-Pand technology
  • Adjustable power levels
  • Repeater capability
  • Military standards
  • MDC1200 Capabilities

Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear audio with this Motorola two-way radio, ensuring reliable communication.
  • Enjoy up to 10 hours of battery life, perfect for long shifts or extended outdoor activities.
  • This durable two-way radio meets military standards (MIL-STD-810) for rugged reliability in tough conditions.
  • Easily program 16 channels with customer programming software (CPS) for customized communication needs.
  • VHF radio ensures excellent range; ideal for construction sites, security teams, and event management.
  • IP54-rated water resistance protects your two-way radio from splashes and dust, enhancing longevity.

What's in the box:

  • Motorola CP185 5W 16-Channel Two-Way VHF Analog Radio with Display
  • Antenna (NAD6502)
  • Belt Clip (HLN9844)
  • 1750mAh Li-Ion Battery (PMNN4476)
  • Power Supply (25009297001)
  • Charger (PMPN4132)
  • Motorola 2 Year Limited Warranty