Audiovox GMRS200 User manual

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General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)
Model: GMRS200
Released: 3- 03 - 2005
Owner's Manual

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CAUTION
SAFETY INFORMATION
Your wireless hand-held portable transceiver contains a low power
transmitter. When the PTT button is pushed (or the VOX mode is enabled)
itsendsoutradio frequency (RF) signals. The device is authorizedtooperate
at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. In August 1996, the Federal
Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines
with safety levels for hand-held wireless devices.
Important: To maintain compliance with the FCC’ s RF exposure guidelines
hold the transmitter at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) from your
face and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up
and away. If you wear the handset on your body while using the
headset accessory, use only the Audiovox supplied carry clip
for this product and ensure that the antenna is at least 1 inch
(2.5 centimeters) from your body when transmitting. Use only
the supplied antenna. Do not use your transceiver with a
damaged antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or
attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate
FCC regulations.
Performance:
Your transceiver will only achieve its maximum operating range when
communicating with other transceivers across open and flat areas or
between elevated points. Normally occurring environmental factors such
as buildings, trees, terrain and weather, or interference from other radio or
electricalequipment,may have adverse effects onthetransceiver’s effective
range. These are not indicative of a fault condition.
Avoid placing the GMRS200 radio transceiver for prolonged periods of
time in direct sunlight or temperatures below -4°F(-20°C) or above
140°F (60°C).
Place the rubber cover on jacks when not in use.
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WARNINGS:
Battery Care
Never attempt to charge alkaline or dry cell batteries, as batteries may
burst causing personal injury and damage to the product. If rechargeable
batteriesare used, such as Nickel MetalHydride (NiMH), use only Audiovox-
approved rechargeable batteries. Use of the optional Audiovox charger
with other brands of batteries is not recommended, as battery charging
times will vary with different brands. Refer to the Manufacturer’s instructions
for charging other brands of batteries.
Battery Disposal
In general, if handled improperly, batteries pose a risk of fire or burns. Do
not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of
the batteries in fire or water. Dispose of the batteries in a environmentally
safe manner and recycle whenever possible.
FCC WARNING
Replacement or substitution of transistors, diodes or other parts of a unique
nature, with parts other than those recommended by the manufacturer,
may cause a violation of the technical regulations of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
GMRSLICENSE:
USE OF THIS RADIO WITHIN THE UNITED STATES REQUIRES AN FCC
GMRSLICENSE. ANINDIVIDUAL 18 YEARS OFAGEOROLDER,WHOIS
NOTAREPRESENTATAIVEOFAFOREIGNGOVERNMENT, IS ELIGIBLE
TOAPPLYFORAGMRSSYSTEMLICENSE. YOUWILLNEEDTWOFORMS
FROMTHEFCC:FCCFORM159,ANDFCCFORM605(MAINFORMAND
SCHEDULE F). YOU CAN FIND THE FORMS ONLINE AT:
HTTP://WWW.FCC.GOV/FORMPAGE.HTML,ORCALL1-800-418-3676.
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1. BatteryCover
2. Keylock/Monitor(M) Button
3. DetachableCarry Clip
4. Push-To-Talk(PTT)andFunc-
tionConfirmation Button
5. Antenna
6. ExternalSpeaker (SP)/
Microphone(MIC)/CHGJack
7. Built-inSpeaker
Model GMRS200 (FCC License Required)
8. LiquidCrystal Display(LCD)
9. Built-inMicrophone
10. UpChannel/Volume Button
11. DownChannel/Volume
Button
12. MODE/WeatherButton
13. PowerOn/Off andSCAN
Button
14. BatteryCharging Contacts
3
5
4
1
212
11
13
3
(REF)
14
7
1
(REF)
10
9
6
8
PTT-
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Model GMRS200 DISPLAY
1.Beep Tone Indicator: Icon appears when beep button confirmation
tone is selected; icon disappears when tone is off.
2.Key Lock Indicator: Icon appears when the keypad is locked. This
function disables keys such as channel up/down, SCAN and MODE.
3.Monitor Indicator: Icon appears when the Monitor (M) button is
pressed and the channel monitor function is activated.
4.Signal Strength Indicator: Icon appears when a signal is being
transmitted. The icon consists of five bars to indicate transmit signal
power level.
5.HI/LO Indicators: Power level indicator appears when the transmit
power is set to desired output power on the GMRS channels.
6.Large Segment Display: Indicates the channel number in use.
7.Scan Indicator: This function allows the user to scan a channel (and
tone code, if present) every .5 second to search for a valid signal.
8.RogerBeep Tone On/Off Indicator: This icon appears when the
Roger Beep tone is on, and disappears when tone is not in use.
9.Battery Level Indicator: Icon indicates the battery charge level.
10.Signal Receive Indicator: BUSY icon appears when a signal is being
received.
11.Weather Mode Indicator: Icon will be on steady when in the weather
band mode. When in the GMRS/FRS mode, the icon will blink when
the alert is active
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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Equipment and Accessories Supplied
1.Radio (4) GMRS200
2.Owner’s Manual (1) 128-XXXX
OptionalAccessories
3. Rechargeable Batteries (4) NiMH, 1.2V, 900mAh,
1. Boom Microphone/Headset GMRSBHST4
2.Leather Carrying Case GMRS1502LC
Powering the transceiver:
YourGMRS200 radio transceiver operates on fourrechargeablebatteries.
Only approved rechargeable batteries can be recharged in the
GMRS4WM wall mount charger. This will ensure optimum performance
for the GMRS200. Battery charging time is typically 10-12 hours.
Use of other brands of rechargeable batteries is not recommended as
battery charging time will vary. Do not mix old and new, or batteries of
differing manufacture, since the charging will be uneven and will
result in decreased battery life.
If necessary, four AAA alkaline batteries can be used to power the GMRS200,
but note that these type batteries can not be recharged and damage to
the charger or the batteries may result if the units are placed in the
GMRS4WM wall mount charger with the alkaline batteries installed.
FOR THIS REASON, IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED TO USE ALKALINE
BATTERIES IN THE GMRS200.
DO NOT PLACE GMRS200 TRANSCEIVERS IN THE CHARGING
STAND IF THERE ARE ALKALINE BATTERIES INSTALLED.
12.Small Segment Display: Displays the CTCSS tone option for each
main channel from 01-38.
13.Dual Watch Mode Indicator: Indicator appears when dual watch
mode is active.
14.Voice Activated Transmission (VOX) Indicator: This function
allows hands free conversation. The indicator appears when the
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Installing the batteries:
Battery installation is made more convenient when the carry clip is either
rotated left or right to the horizontal position, or is removed. Simply rotate
the clip in either direction to the horizontal position. Be careful not to use
excessive force. To remove the clip, press down on the spring release tab
and pull the clip straight out from the radio body. Next, press down with the
thumb at the embossed arrow, slide the battery cover down and lift it away
from the compartment. Insert four AAA batteries (alternate positive ends (+)
toward the top of the transceiver, starting left-to-right.
2. Then lift cover at
bottom to open.
Remove cover.
3. Insert four AAA batteries
(positive (+) end toward
the top begining at left
side and alternating
positive terminals as
shown).
1. Using thumb,
press down on
battery cover at
arrow and slide
cover down.
CLIPSPRING
RELEASETAB
BATTERY
COVER
CARRY
CLIP
COVER
ARROW
POSITIVE
TERMINALS
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The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer
operating times for the GMRS200:
1. Do not mix old and new batteries.
2.Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
batteries.
3.If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the
batteries. Old or leaking batteries can cause damage to the unit and
will void the warranty.
NOTE: Only Audiovox
approved rechargeable
batteries (Ni-MH,900mA,1.2V)
can be recharged in the radio
transceiver.
MIC/CHG/
SPK JACK
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Controls:
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GMRS200 OPERATIONAL MODES
WEATHERBAND
WEATHER Alert
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
ROGER
BEEP
BUTTON
BEEP
DUAL
WATCH
VOXLEVEL
SELECT
CALL
SELECT
POWER
SELECT (GMRSChannels Only)
GMRS/FRSBAND
CTCSS
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
NOTE: 1. To switch between GMRS/FRS
and Weather Band modes,
press and hold the Mode but-
ton for 3 seconds. Refer to the
appropriate section of this
manual for detailed operating
instructions for each mode.
Power On-Off/SCAN Button (13)
Press and hold the PWR on/off button for at least 2 seconds. You will hear
a confirming melody to indicate the unit is on. To turn the unit off, press and
hold the button for at least 2 seconds.
Press this Button momentarily to enable or disable the scan mode.