What is the PMLN7136?
The Motorola PMLN7136 is a 12-pocket multi-unit charger designed for use with Motorola CLS and DLR Series business two-way radios, including the CLS1110, CLS1410, DLR1020, and DLR1060. It charges up to 12 radios simultaneously, or up to 6 radios and 6 spare HKNN4013 lithium-ion batteries in a single session from one standard 120V electrical outlet. For DLR Series radios, the PMLN7136 also functions as a cloning station, enabling settings to be copied from one radio to up to four additional radios at a time.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | PMLN7136 (also referenced as PMLN7136A) |
| Type | 12-Pocket Multi-Unit Charger (MUC) / Cloning Station |
| Compatible Radio Series | Motorola DLR Series (DLR1020, DLR1060); Motorola CLS Series (CLS1110, CLS1410 |
| Charging Capacity | Up to 12 radios simultaneously |
| Input Voltage | 120V AC, single outlet required |
| Charging Status Indicators | Individual LED indicator per pocket (charging, fully charged, fault) |
| Cloning Function | Yes — DLR Series only; up to 4 radios cloned simultaneously from one source radio |
| Overcharge Protection | Automatic shut-off when charge is complete |
| Warranty | 1-year manufacturer warranty (Motorola Solutions) |
What's in the Box
- Motorola PMLN7136 12-Pocket Multi-Unit Charger
- AC power adapter / power cable
Radios and batteries are not included. Compatible radios and batteries are sold separately.
Who This Product Is For
The PMLN7136 is used in any environment where a team of 6 to 12 people depends on two-way radios across a single shift and reliable, centralized charging matters. Common deployment scenarios include:
- Hospitality and Food Service
- Hotels, resorts, restaurants, and event venues with large floor teams that need radios fully charged and staged at the start of each shift. A single charger manages an entire crew's radios without requiring a bank of outlets.
- Retail
- Retailers using CLS Series radios for floor staff, loss prevention, and back-of-house coordination benefit from a single overnight charging station that also keeps spare batteries ready.
- Education
- Schools and universities using two-way radios for security staff, administration, and facilities management can stage all radios in one central location between shifts or overnight.
- Warehousing and Distribution
- Warehouse operations that run multiple shifts find value in having all radios charged, inventoried, and ready at a single station. The cloning function also speeds up onboarding of new DLR units into an existing fleet.
- Healthcare Facilities
- Hospitals and outpatient facilities using CLS or DLR radios for non-clinical staff coordination — facilities, security, transport — can centralize radio management without requiring dedicated charging rooms.
- Car Washes and Service Operations
- Motorola CLS Series radios are widely used in car wash operations. The PMLN7136 allows operators to charge a full shift's worth of radios overnight from one outlet, with status LEDs making it easy to confirm readiness at a glance.
- Events and Venues
- Event coordinators, stadiums, theaters, and convention centers that deploy large radio fleets for temporary staff can use the PMLN7136 to charge and program a full deployment set between events.
Key Features
- Charges up to 12 radios from a single 120V outlet, eliminating the need for individual chargers at multiple power points
- Supports mixed charging configurations: up to 6 DLR radios and 6 HKNN4013 batteries simultaneously
- Per-pocket LED status indicators display charging progress, full-charge, or fault status independently for each slot
- Automatic shut-off prevents overcharging and protects battery longevity
- Integrated cloning function (DLR Series only) copies radio settings from a source unit to up to 4 additional radios at one time
- Compatible with both Motorola DLR and CLS Series radios in a single unit
- One-year Motorola Solutions manufacturer warranty
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Motorola radio models are compatible with the PMLN7136?
The PMLN7136 is compatible with the following Motorola radio models: DLR1020, DLR1060, CLS1110, CLS1410, CLS1450CB, CLS1450CH, and the VL50. It is not designed for use with other Motorola radio series such as the RDx, CP, or MOTOTRBO lines.
Can the PMLN7136 charge CLS Series batteries outside of the radio?
No. CLS Series batteries must remain installed in the radio to charge in the PMLN7136. The charger's pockets hold the full radio-and-battery unit. Only DLR Series HKNN4013 batteries can be charged in the PMLN7136 independently, without the radio present.
How many radios can be cloned at one time using the PMLN7136?
The cloning function supports copying settings from one source DLR Series radio to up to four additional DLR Series radios simultaneously. The cloning function applies only to DLR Series radios — CLS Series radios cannot be cloned using the PMLN7136.
Does the PMLN7136 require 12 separate electrical outlets to charge 12 radios?
No. The PMLN7136 operates on a single standard 120V electrical outlet. All 12 charging pockets draw power through one connection, which is a key advantage in environments where outlet access is limited.
Can DLR and CLS Series radios be charged in the same PMLN7136 unit at the same time?
Yes. The PMLN7136 is designed to accommodate both DLR and CLS Series radios in any combination across its 12 pockets. However, because DLR and CLS radios operate on different frequency bands, they cannot communicate with each other — compatibility with the charger does not imply radio-to-radio interoperability.
What do the LED indicators on the PMLN7136 mean?
Each pocket has its own LED indicator that reflects the status of that individual slot. The LED displays three states: charging in progress, fully charged, or a fault condition. This allows users to monitor the charging status of each radio or battery independently without removing units from the charger.
Does the PMLN7136 protect batteries from overcharging?
Yes. The PMLN7136 includes an automatic shut-off feature that stops charging when the battery or radio reaches full charge. This prevents overcharging and helps preserve battery capacity over repeated charge cycles.
Related Products
Compatible Radios
- Motorola CLS1110 One-Channel UHF Radio
- Motorola CLS1410 Four-Channel UHF Radio
- Motorola DLR1020 FHSS Digital Radio
- Motorola DLR1060 FHSS Digital Radio
Compatible Battery
Single-Unit and Smaller Chargers
- Motorola PMLN7140 Single-Unit Charger for DLR Series
- Motorola PMLN7101 6-Unit Multi-Unit Charger for SL300/SL3500