Motorola APX6500 Two-Way Radio
About The Motorola APX6500 Two-Way Radio
The Motorola APX6500 is a commercial two-way radio often used by Mine Sites, Government, Military, Correctional Facilities, and more.
The APX 6500 brings together powerful technology in a compact, rugged, mobile radio that’s easy on your budget. It seamlessly unifies public works, utility, rural public safety, and transportation users to first responders so they can communicate effectively in the moments that matter. A simplified dash mount design makes installation quick and easy. Its IP56 durability rating meets the highest level of certification for uncompromising performance in wet, dusty, and hazardous conditions. Equipped with safety features such as integrated GPS, and intelligent lighting, your teams can safely and effectively complete the mission at hand.
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Adjustable power levels
Yes
Channel spacing
6.25, 12.5, 25
Encryption
Yes
Encryption type Algorithms
AES, DES, DES-XL, DES-OFB, Advanced Digital Privacy (ADP)
Frequency range
700/800 (764-870 MHz),
VHF (136-174 MHz) &
UHF R1 (380-470 MHz)
Power
10-35 watts 700/800 MHz, 25-110 watts VHF
Physical Characteristics
Available option board
Yes
Built-in speaker
Yes
Configurations
Dash Mount, Remote Mount, Motorcycle, Multi-Control Head, Dual Transceiver, Consolette
Dimensions H x W x D
2.0 x 7.0 x 9.6 inches
Display
Alphanumeric
Weight
7 lbs.
Radio Features
Channels
1250
CPS (Customer Programming Software)
Yes
Expanded memory
Yes
FLASHport memory
Yes
GPS capable
Yes
Noise reduction software
Yes
Text messaging capable
Yes
Voice announcement
Yes
Technology
Analog
Yes
Digital technology
Yes
System type
Conventional, SmartZone trunking, SMARTNET trunking
User Environment
Intrinsically safe
Yes
IP Standards
IP55
Factory Mutual
Yes
Mil spec
810 C, 810 D, 810 E, 810 F, 810 G
Additional information
| Analog | Yes |
|---|---|
| Digital | Yes |
| P25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| GPS | Yes |
| WiFi | No |
| Frequency Band | UHF, VHF |
| Intrinsically Safe | No |
| IP Rating | IP56 |
| Channel Capacity | 1000 |
| Power (W) | 10 – 40W, 10 – 50W, 25 – 110W |
| Keypad | Full |
| Screen | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Manufacturer | Motorola |
| Supported Systems | Capacity Max, Capacity Plus, DMR, P25, TRBOnet |
K
Kenwood Two Pin Right Angle
3.5mm Stereo + 2.5mm Mono
Kenwood:
TK-250/350, 260/360, 260G/360G, 270/370, 270G/370G, TK-3100(ProTalk), TK-3103(Free Talk XL), TK-3102(Pro Power), TK-2160/3160, TK-2170/3170, TL-3130(ProTalk XLS), 3131(Free Talk XLS), TK-2207/3307, TK-2317/3317, TK-3310, TK-2360/3360, NX220/320, NX240/340
Hytera:
HYT TC-368
K2
Kenwood Multiple Pin
Kenwood:
TK-280, TK-290, TK-380, TK-385, TK-390, TK-480, TK-481, TK-2041, TK-2140, TK-3140, TK-3148, TK-2180, TK-3180, NX-200, NX300
K4
Kenwood Single Pin
Kenwood:
PKT-23
M
Motorola Two Pin Right Angle
3.5mm Mono + 2.5mm Mono
Motorola:
GP68, GP88, GP300, GP308, GP350, P040, P110, P1225, P1225LS, P2000, CP88, CP125, CP150, CP200, CT150, CT250, CT450, CT450LS, CP476, PRO2150, PRO3150, BRP40, EP450, MTH500, GTX, SP50, LTS2000, PR400
M4
Motorola Multiple Pin
Motorola:
HT750, HT1250, HT1250LS, HT1550, HT1550XLS, MTX850, MTX850LS, MTX900, MTX950, MTX960, MTX8250, MTX8250LS, MTX9250, PRO5150, PRO5350, PRO5450, PRO5550, PRO5750, PRO7150, PRO7350, PRO7450, PRO7550, PRO7750, PRO9150, PTX780, GP140, GP320, GP328, GP329, GP330, GP338, GP339, GP340, GP360, GP380, GP600, GP640, GP650, GP680, GP1280
M5
Motorola Multiple Pin
Hytera Multiple Pin
Simoco Multiple Pin
Motorola:
EX500, EX600, GL2000, GP328Plus, GP338Plus, GP628 Plus, PTX760Plus, GP344, GP388, PRO5150Elite
Hytera:
TC380M, TC370M, TC780M, TC780
Simoco:
SRP9170, SRP9180, SDP650, SDP660
M6
Motorola Multiple Pin
Motorola:
GP900, GP9000, HT1000, JT1000, MT2000, MTS2000, MT6000, MTX838, MTX900, MTX1000, MTX8000, MTX9000, MTXLS, XTS2000, XTS2500, XTS3000, XTS3500, XTS5000, XTS5100, XTS7700
M7
Motorola Multiple Pin
Motorola:
MOTOTRBO, APX6000, APX7000, XPR6300, XPR6500, XPR6350, XPR6550, DP3400, DP3600, DP3401, DP3601, DP4400, DP4600, DP4401, DP4601
M10
Motorola Single Pin
Motorola:
CLP107, CLP117
M12
Motorola Multiple Pin
Motorola:
DP2000, DP2400, DP2600, DP3440, DP3441, XPR3300, XPR3500
MT1B
Motorola Single Pin
Motorola:
MTP850, MTH500, MTH650, MTH800
Y2
Vertex Single Pin Right Angle
3.5mm With Screws
Vertex:
VX-160, VX-180, VX-210, VX-210A, VX-231, VX-351, VX-410, VX-420, VX-426, VX-451, VX-454, VX-459, EVX-531
Y6
Vertex Multiple Pin Right Angle
Vertex:
VX-820, VX-821, VX-824, VX-829, VX-920, VX-921, VX-929, VXD-720
D1
Delta Two Pin Right Angle
Delta:
Pro16, 16L, 200B, 200K
D3
Delta Two Pin Right Angle
3.5mm Stereo + 2.5mm Mono
Delta:
AS300, AS310, AS320
D7
Delta Multiple Pin Right Angle
Delta:
DS400, DS410, DS420
S1
Icom, GME, Vertex Two Pin Straight
3.5mm Mono + 2.5mm Mono
Icom:
IC-F3, IC-F3S, IC-F4, IC-F10, IC-40S, IC-F20, IC-H2, IC-H6, IC-J12, IC-M5, IC-U12, IC-U16, IC-36FI
GME:
TX610, TX6000, TX7000, TX655
Vertex:
VX-200, VX-500, VX-510, VX-520UD
Cobra, Ritron
S2
Icom Two Pin Right Angle
3.5mm Mono + 2.5mm Stereo
Icom:
IC-F3G, IC-F3GS, IX-G3GT, IC-F4G, IC-F4GS, IC-F4GT, IC-F43GS, IC-F43GT, IC-F43TR, IC-F11, IC-F11S, IC-F21, IC-F21S, IC-F31, IC-A24
S3
Icom Two Pin Right Angle
3.5mm Mono + 2.5mm Stereo
Icom:
IC-F3G, IC-F3GS, IC-F4G, IC-F4GS, IC-F11, IC-F21, IC-F31, IC-F33, IC-F43, IC-F14, IC-F24, IC-F3023, IC-F4023, IC-41S, IC-41W, IC-41Pro, IC-F3003, IC-F4003, IC-F3130D, IC-4140D
S4
Icom Multiple Pin Right Angle
Icom:
IC-F50, IC-F51, IC-F60, IC-F61, IC-F30G, IC-F30GT, IC-F30GS, IC-F31GS, IC-F31GT, IC-36FI, IC-F40G, IC-F40GS, IC-F40GT, IC-35FIM87/88, IC-F3163, IC-F4163, IC-F3163D, IC-F4163D
SC1
Simoco Two Pin Right Angle
5mm Stereo + 2.5mm Stereo
Simoco:
SRP9120 SRP9130
H1
Hytera Two Pin Right Angle
3.5mm Mono + 2.5mm Mono
Hytera:
HYTS2100, TC500, TC600, TC2100, TC446, TC700, TC610, TC620
H2
Hytera Multiple Pin Right Angle
Hytera:
PD702, PD782, PD780, PT580, PD780G
H3
Hytera Two Pin Right Angle
Hytera:
TC700, TC610, TC620, PD500 Series
H5
Hytera Multiple Pin Right Angle
Hytera:
PD600 Series, X1E, X1P, TC380M, TC370M, TC780M, TC780, TC3000, TC610P
ATEX, UL & IECEx Guide
Please note that Radio Industries Australia Pty Ltd does not classify or take responsibility for the Hazardous Location Settings mentioned in this page, this is just a guide. Please consult your Safety Department for your exact Hazardous Location requirements.
What is Intrinsically Safe?
Intrinsically safe is a term used to describe a collection of devices and equipment that meet the requirements set out by the certification body (ATEX, UL or IECEx) to determine that device or equipment’s safety when used in a hazardous environment.
What is a Hazardous Environment?
A Hazardous Environment is an area where fumes, dust, gas or vapour may cause a fire or explosion when an ignition source is used in the area. For example, you may see a ‘No Naked Flames’ sign in your petrol station when filling up your car, this is because the area is classed as a Hazardous Environment. People who use devices like Two-Way Radios in these environments need to ensure that the device itself complies with the standard set for that particular zone. Often a safety officer will have this information to hand and be able to direct you as to what type of equipment you need for different areas of your plant.
What is the difference between ATEX, UL and IECEx?
The difference between these three is the testing/classification body.
Each rating is created by a recognised standards body with ATEX Being European, UL being American and IECEx often used for international standards. Your company may choose a specific standard to base decisions from.
ATEX Explained
Download the CML ATEX/IECEx Guide HERE - https://www.cmlex.com/wp-content/uploads/hazardous-area-guide.pdf
An ATEX Label will tell you exactly where the equipment can be used based on the Equipment classification and Zones specified. All of the numbers and letters on the label correspond to the level of protection offered and in what environments the equipment can be used. Please consult your safety supervisor for the correct equipment class you require based on the zones you are subject to.
ATEX Equipment is classified by Group, Type of protection, Gas/Dust Group, Temperature class and equipment protection level.
Areas where ATEX must be used is classified by Zones. Each Zone is for a particular Hazardous Environment. Each Zone is explained below. You will then need to use equipment suitable and certified for use the Zone.
ATEX Zones
Combustible Gas & Vapour
| Gas Zone | Description | ATEX Category | EPL | Required Protection |
| Methane | Mines with methane and dust. Equipment remains energised in explosive atmosphere. | M1 | Ma | Two Faults |
| Methane | Mines with methane and dust. Equipment is de-energised in explosive atmosphere. | M2 | Mb | Severe Normal Operation |
| Zone 0 | A place in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of dangerous substances in the form of gas, vapor or mist is present continuously or for long periods or frequently. | 1G | Ga | Two Faults |
| Zone 1 | A place in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of dangerous substances in the form of gas, vapor or mist is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally. | 2G | Gb | One Fault |
| Zone 2 | A place in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air of dangerous substances in the form of gas, vapor or mist is not likely to occur in normal operation but, if it does occur, will persist for a short period only. | 3G | Gc | Normal Operation |
Combustible Dust & Fibres
| Dust Zone | Description | ATEX Category | EPL | Required Protection |
| Zone 20 | A place in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is present continuously, or for long periods or frequently. | 1D | Da | Two Faults |
| Zone 21 | A place in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally. | 2D | Db | One Fault |
| Zone 22 | A place in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is not likely to occur in normal operation but, if it does occur, will persist for a short period only. | 3D | Dc | Normal Operation |
Equipment Groups
| Equipment Group | Description |
| Group I |
Electrical equipment intender for use in mines susceptible to fire damp |
| Group II | A place in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible dust in air is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally. |
| Group III | Electrical equipment intended for use in explosive dust atmospheres |
IECEx Explained
IECEx is very similar to ATEX however some of the definitions for the protection offered do differ so keep that in mind.
Download the CML ATEX/IECEx Guide HERE - https://www.cmlex.com/wp-content/uploads/hazardous-area-guide.pdf
UL Explained
UL is classified by Divisions and Classes. The classes define the substance whilst the Division defines the operating conditions. The classes are also split into subgroups to determine specific and/or equivalent substances.
Classes
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Class I – Flammable Gases, Vapours or Liquids
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Group A - Acetylene and equivalent gas groups
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Group B - Hydrogen and equivalent gas groups
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Group C - Ethylene and equivalent gas groups
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Group D - Methane, and equivalent gas groups
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Class II – Combustible Dust
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Group E - Conductive dust (mechanical – factories, recyclers)
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Group F - Combustible carbon dust (charcoal & coke dust) - above ground only
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Group G - Grain dust
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- Class III – Ignitable Fibres and Flyings (No Subgroups)
Divisions
Division 1 - Locations where ignitable gas/vapor/liquid/dust are present continuously or some of the time under normal operating conditions.
Division 2 - Locations where ignitable gas/vapor/liquid/dust are not likely to exist under normal operating conditions.
Based on the above a rating of ‘Class I, Div 1, Group C, D’ would be given to an environment where Ethylene and Methane are expected to be present continuously
Why Choose Us?
Radio Industries is one of Australia’s longest-running Two Way Radio Communications Companies, operating since 1985. We are Dealers and Distributors of Quality Digital & Analogue Two-Way Radio Systems, and Hearing Protection Equipment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Far Can I Get?
Two-Way Radios work on line of sight.
What Channels Can I Use?
CB or Private frequency.
Which Radio Is Best?
There is no definitive answer as there are too many radios to choose from, they work on different systems, contact us for a quote.
Do I Need A Private Frequency?
If you are using your radios on a crane then a private frequency is required in order to comply with OH&S.
If you will be using radios for safety reasons then a private frequency is recommended in order to prevent unnecessary outside interference that can easily be caused with standard UHF CB radios.
What is the difference between a Two-Way Radio, Walkie Talkie and Handy Talkie
Nothing, they all refer to the same piece of equipment however a Two-Way Radio is the preferred terminology in industry. Walkie Talkies and Handy Talkies often refer to toys or recreational two-way radios.
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