Alert Tech EasyAssist EA200 uhf User manual

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EA200 uhf
EA200 vhf
User Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
RF Safety & FCC...............................................................................................................................
Safety & Information........................................................................................................................
Electromagnetic Interference Compliance.......................................................................................
Industry Canada Compliance............................................................................................................
Computer Software Copyrights........................................................................................................
Documentation Copyrights...............................................................................................................
BatteryInstallation............................................................................................................................
Controls Interface ............................................................................................................................
LCDDisplay........................................................................................................................................
LCDWakeup......................................................................................................................................
Scrolling Menu.................................................................................................................................
FrequencySelection..........................................................................................................................
CodeSelection...................................................................................................................................
Message Recording..........................................................................................................................
Message Playback............................................................................................................................
VolumeAdjusting..............................................................................................................................

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LCDContrast......................................................................................................................................
User Defined Frequencies.................................................................................................................
Software Version..............................................................................................................................
CallCycles.........................................................................................................................................
CycleDelay........................................................................................................................................
Inverted Codes..................................................................................................................................
Changing VHF to MURS...................................................................................................................
RF Busy Delay....................................................................................................................................
Mounting the Device........................................................................................................................
Frequency Tables - UHF ...................................................................................................................
Frequency Tables - VHF....................................................................................................................
Frequency Tables - MURS................................................................................................................
CTCSS Code Tables...........................................................................................................................
Notes.................................................................................................................................................
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4RF SAFETY & FCC COMPLIANCE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
• Observe a minimum safe distance of 20 cm from the device to the operator.
Federal Communications Commision
445 12th Street, SW
Washington, DC 20554
1-888-225-5322 (1-888-CALL FCC) Voice: toll free 1-888-835-5322 (1-888-TELL FCC) TTY: toll free

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RF SAFETY & FCC COMPLIANCE SAFETY & INFORMATION
The EA200 requires care in mounting and servicing. Observing the following precautions will
ensure the proper function and safety of the unit.
CAUTION!
• Do not screw through the device to mount to a surface.
• Keep the Callbox away from water, high moisture, and high temperatures.
• This equipment contains potentially hazardous voltages.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the unit.
• Except for the batteries, this unit contains absolutely no user serviceable components and all
service should be completed only by qualified service personnel.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire. The batteries may explode.
• Do not open or mutilate the batteries, they contain dangerous electrolytes.
• Operating this unit in any capacity other than its intended purpose may result in system failure
and possible injury and voids any and all warranty.

6EMI COMPATIBILITY
ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) COMPLIANCE
NOTE: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if
inadequately shielded, designed, or otherwise configured for electromagnetic compatibility.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada License-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
(3) Changes or modifications made to this device, not expressly approved by Alert Tech, could void
the authority of the user to operate this equipment.

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INDUSTRY CANADA COMPLIANCE
Industry Canada (IC) statement (Canada) / Déclaration de Canada d’industrie (IC) (Canada)
IC RF Exposure Statement / Déclaration d’exposition d’IC RF
This device meets the IC requirements for RF exposure in public or uncontrolled environments.
Cet appareil est conforme aux conditions de la IC en matière de RF dans des environnements publics ou
incontrôlée.
IC Warning / Avertissement d’IC
This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: 1. this device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Cet appareil est conforme avec Industrie Canada RSS standard exempts de licence (s). Son utilisation
est soumise à Les deux conditions suivantes: 1. cet appareil ne peut pas provoquer d’interférences et 2.
cet appareil doit accepter Toute interférence, y compris les interférences qui peuvent causer un mauvais
fonctionnement du dispositive.

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computer programs stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States
and other countries preserve for Alert Tech certain exclusive rights for copyrighted computer
programs including, but not limited to, the exclusive right to copy or reproduce in any form the
copyrighted computer program. Accordingly, any copyrighted Alert Tech computer programs
contained in the Alert Tech products described in this manual may not be copied, reproduced,
modified, reverse-engineered, or distributed in any manner without the express written permission
of Alert Tech. Furthermore, the purchase of Alert Tech products shall not be deemed to grant either
directly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license under the copyrights, patents or
patent applications of Alert Tech, except for the normal nonexclusive license to use that arises by
operation of law in the sale of a product.
COMPUTER SOFTWARE COPYRIGHTS

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without the express written permission of Alert Tech. No part of this manual may be reproduced,
distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose
without the express written permission of Alert Tech.
DISCLAIMER
The information in this document is carefully examined, and is believed to be entirely
reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. Furthermore, Alert Tech reserves
the right to make changes to any products herein to improve readability, function, or design. Alert
Tech does not assume any liability arising out of the applications or use of any product or circuit
described herein; nor does it cover any license under its patent rights, nor the rights of others.
DOCUMENTATION COPYRIGHTS

10 INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
The EA200 uses six (6) AA batteries.
1. Remove the battery holder from
cardboard packaging.
2. Orient the battery holder with the
four copper contacts pointed
towards you.
3. Insert the batteries following
battery sled sticker.
4. Insert battery holder into
bottom of device with the four
contacts first.
5. Replace the battery holder cover.
BATTERY
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