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)
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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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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
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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.
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volume. The display will indicate the current volume level between 1 and 7
by the small number in the icon ( UL5 ).
Monitor/Keylock Button (2)
This button is used to check activity on the current frequency before
transmitting. Check activity by pressing the Monitor (M) Button longer
than 2 seconds; the icon will apppear on the display and you will
hearstatic if frequency is clear.
Do not transmit if you hear conversation.
Hold down the Monitor Button again longer than 2 seconds and the
icon will disapppear from the display.
The monitor function will temporarily bypass the squelch setting and play
all signals on a given channel. This feature is useful when communicating
with other parties at extreme range.
By pressing the monitor button momentarily, the keylock icon ( ) will
appear to confirm the functions MODE, SCAN and channel up/down button
s have been disabled.
Push To Talk (PTT) Button (4)
Pressing and holding this button will allow you to speak to any transceiver
that is set to the same channel and privacy code setting as yours. Hold the
transceiver approximately 1 to 2 inches from your face as you speak into
the built in microphone (9). After you have finished speaking, release the
PTT Button to allow reception of incoming signals. It is not possible to
transmit and receive at the same time. The Transmit Signal Level indicator
( ) will display the relative strength of the transmitted signal. When
receiving an incoming signal, the BUSY icon will appear in the upper right
quadrant of the display. The PTT button can also be used as a two-way call
ringer. Pressing the button twice quickly will call another party on the same
channel.
Adjusting the Volume (11, 10)
With the unit powered on, press the Up Channel/Volume button ( ) to
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Down Channel/Volume Button (11)
In the standby mode, pressing this button will decrease the listening
volume. When in function edit mode this button will be used to adjust the
unit’s settings.
Mode Button (12)
This button is used to select the various feature settings in the GMRS/FRS
or Weather band modes. Holding the MODE button longer than 2 seconds
will toggle between the GMRS/FRS and Weather band modes.
External Microphone (MIC)/Speaker (SPK)/(CHG) Jack (6)
This jack accepts an Audiovox Earbud/microphone connector, or the
Charging Adapter connector. For equipment and accessories, refer to
Page 7 and/or visit the Audiovox web site at www.audiovox.com
Operating Modes and Features
GMRS Operation:
- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press and hold the ( ) button for
more than 2 second to turn on power.
- Press the MODE button so the Channel number flashes.
- Select the desired channel with the Up (10) and Down (11) Buttons.
When receiving a call, the BUSY icon appears to indicate the incom-
ing signal.
- Press and hold the PTT button (4) to transmit, then speak into the
microphone clearly and slowly. The Transmit Signal Level indicator
() will display the relative strength of the transmitted
signal.
Up Channel/Volume Button (10)
In the standby mode, pressing this button will increase the listening volume.
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- Release PTT Button (4) to receive.
- Communication can only be accomplished when the channel and
CTCSS tone frequency of at least two parties are the same.
- The CTCSS small segment display will appear next to the main
frequency channel on the display if the CTCSS tone frequency
function is enabled.
Channel Selection
In order to communicate with other GMRS units, both transmitting and
receiving party must be on the same frequency. The GMRS200 has 22
channels (frequencies) indicated by the large digits on the LCD display
panel. Channels 1 through 7 are the shared GMRS/FRS channels.
Channels 8-14 are FRS only channels, while channels 15-22 are
assigned GMRS only channels. If an FRS only channel (8-14) has
been selected, the HI or LO indicator will not be displayed on the LCD
panel; otherwise, for channels 1-7 (GMRS/FRS) and 15-22 (GMRS
only), the HI or LO indicator will be displayed. Communication with
Audiovox FRS and compatible units is possible on the shared and FRS
only channels. Before transmitting on the selected channel, press the
Monitor (M) Button (2) to checkthe activityon that channel. If there is activity
on the selected channel, change to another channel that is clear.
To change the channel:
- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE button (12) once
or until the channel number flashes.
- Press the Up Button (10) briefly to move to the next higher main
channel number.
- Press the Down Button (11) briefly to move to the next lower main
channel number.
- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.
CTCSS Mode (Sub-Channel) Selection
The Coded Tone Controlled Squelch System (CTCSS) provides 38 Sub-Fre-
quencies. This feature allows you to utilize the coded squelch tones (01–
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party on the same main channel using the same subcode. (This filters out
unwanted transmissions without the same coded squelch tone). There
are 38 CTCSS Sub-channels for each main channel. A different subcode
may be selected for each of the 22 channels.
To change the CTCSS Sub-channel:
- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button twice; a
flashing oF or sub-channel number is displayed. If oF is displayed,
press the Up or Down button to enable the CTCSS mode.
- Then press the Up or Down button to select the desired sub-channel
for use (01-38).
- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.
The CTCSS mode can be turned off by selecting the oF icon as the setting.
NOTE: To communicate with other GMRS/FRS units, they must be
switched to the same channel and CTCSS subcode. To commu-
nicate with other GMRS/FRS units that do not have subcodes,
switch your unit to the same channel with the subcode set to oF.
The CTCSS subcodes do not prevent others from hearing your
transmission. This will only allow you to ignore all traffic on a
given channel not using the same subcode.
Transmit Power Selection Mode
This feature permits selection of the transmitting power level to high
or low. When operating on FRS only channels (8-15), no power selec-
tion is possible or is displayed. Using low power, the unit will have a
lower transmit range, but battery life will be increased.
To access the transmitter power selection function:
- From GMRS/FRS standby mode (shared channels 1-7 or GMRS only
channel (15-22) selected), press the MODE Button three times until
the power HI or Lo indication appears with a flashing Po indication
on the display.
- Press the Up or Down button to toggle between the High and Low se-
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VOX and Sensitivity Level Selection
This selection enables you to set the VOX function and its sensitivity
level to compensate for ambient noise in your immediate area. A VOX
sensitivity of 3 is the most sensitive, and should be used in a relati-
vely quiet surrounding. A VOX sensitivity of 1 is the least sensitive
and should be used in a noisy surrounding.
To set the VOX sensitivity level:
- Press the MODE button 4 times (3 times for FRS) until the VOicon
appears on the display accompanied by the flashing VOX icon and the
numeral 1, 2or 3and off.
- Press the Up or Down button to select the 1-3 VOX level sensitivity.
- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm the VOX selection.
- The VOX icon will disappear from the display unless VOX mode is
enabled(off).
Dual Watch Mode
This feature allows you to monitor two channels at the same time. While in
dual watch mode, the unit will continuously monitor both the primary and
dual watch channel. Received signals will be played for 5 seconds, then
the unit will resume scanning the two channels. Pressing the PTT button
during a received transmission will set the unit to transmit on the same
channel. Pressing the PTT button when no signal is received will set the
unit to transmit on the primary channel.
To set the Dual Watch Mode:
- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE button 5 times (4
times for FRS); DW appears flashing on the display. If the dual watch
mode is off, the oF icon will also appear flashing.
- To enable the dual watch mode, press the Up or Down button; the dual
watch channel number will flash and start to increase or decrease as
the Up or Down button is pressed.
- To select a subcode for the dual watch channel, press the MODE
button while the selected dual watch channel is flashing. Then use the
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- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection of the dual
watch channel. The display will now alternate between the primary
channel and the dual watch channel just selected.
NOTE: Pressing the PTT button during dual watch mode will trans-
mit on the primary channel and suspend dual watch opera-
tion for 20 seconds. Dual watch mode will then resume.
- Momentarily press the SCAN button to exit the dual watch mode.
Key Tone
This feature allows the transceiver to sound a confirmation tone whenever
thefollowingkeysarepressed:Monitor(M)Button,Up/DownButtons,MODE
Button or SCAN Button.
To turn the key tones on or off:
- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 6 times (5
times for FRS) until the Bell ( ) icon flashes, and on or oF appears on
the display.
- Press the Up or Down Button to toggle the key tone feature On or Off.
- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.
When the key tone feature is on, the Bell icon appears steady on the
display, and the beep tones sound in response to button activation.
Roger Beep Tone
The Roger Beep is a tone which is automatically transmitted whenever the
PTT button is released. This tone alerts the receiving party that the trans-
mission has been terminated intentionally.
To enable and disable the Roger Beep tone:
- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 7 times (6
times for FRS) until the flashing Roger Beep icon ( ) and on or oF
appears on the display.
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Call Ringer Selection Mode
The transceiver provides 3 user-selectable call ringer melodies to alert
you to an incoming call.
To select your favorite call ringer melody:
- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 8 times (7
times for FRS). CA will appear on the display, together with a flashing
number between 01 and 03, and an appropriate call ring.
- Press the Up or Down Button to preview and hear the 3 available call
melodies.
- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.
Channel Scan Operation
This feature allows you to monitor all channels automatically for valid
signals. While scanning, you can transmit and receive. When a signal is
received, the scan is interrupted and will return to scan mode 5 seconds
after reception is terminated.
NOTE: While the scan function is active, the MODE button will be
inoperative. The scan mode will reduce the overall battery life
since the battery save function is overridden.
To enable the channel scan mode:
- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, momentarily press the SCAN But
ton; (SCAN) will appear on the LCD display.
- The radio will display each channel (1-22) in ascending order as the
scan mode operates to find an active main channel.
- If the unit doesn’t find any signals and you want to transmit, press the
PTT button to return to home channel operation. The transceiver will
automatically resume scanning approximately 5 seconds after the
communication is completed.
- If there is no activity and you want to leave the scan mode, press the
SCAN button momentarily and the unit will return to normal operation;
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Auto Key Lock Selection Mode
This feature prevents accidental channel change to the preferred settings
of the unit. The Auto Key Lock function temporarily disables the MODE, Up/
Down and SCAN Buttons.
To access the Auto Key Lock selection menu:
- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the Monitor Button momentarily
to enable the Auto Key lock function; the unit will beep once and the
lock ( ) icon appears on the display.
-The Power, PTT, and Monitor Buttons are not effected.
-To unlock the Auto Key function, press the Monitor Button momentarily
the unit beeps once and the lock icon ( ) disappears from the
display.
NOTE : If the unit is turned off while Key Lock is on, the Key Lock
mode will still be in effect when the unit is again turned on.
Display Backlight Enable Operation
By pressing the MODE or Up/Down button momentarily, the LCD back-
light is turned on; the LCD backlight will turn off automatically in about
5 seconds.
Weather Band Operation
Channel Selection
This feature provides access to 10 channels within the weather band (7
NOAA channels and 3 Canadian marine channels). To select a weather
channel, the unit must be in the weather channel mode. Press and hold
the MODE button for at least 2seconds; the weather alert icon ( ) will
appear, together with a channel number in the band. Momentarily press
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To change the channel:
- Press the Up Button (10) briefly to move to the next higher
main channel number.
- Press the Down Button (11) briefly to move to the next lower main
channel number.
NOTE: When the weather band operation mode is entered the transceiver
will bypass the squelch setting and open the channel.
Weather Alert Mode
The weather alert mode notifies the user of unusual weather situations
when the radio is operating in the GMRS/FRS mode.
To access the weather alert function:
- From Weather Band standby mode, press the MODE button once to
access the weather channels as instructed above, and use the Up
or Down Button to select the desired channel.
- Momentarily press the MODE button again to access the weather
alert function; the weather icon ( ) andAL on or oF appear flashing
on the display..
- Use the Up or Down buttons to enable (on)/disable (oF) the alert
function. The weather icon will stop blinking on the display in the
GMRS mode when the alert is disabled.
- Press the PTT Button to confirm your selection.
- Press and hold the MODE button for at least 2 seconds to exit the
weather function.
NOTE: When the unit is the GMRS/FRS or Weather Band mode, if a
weather alert signal is received, the unit will generate a warn-
ing tone.
Battery Alert
When the battery icon is empty ( ) and flashing on the display, re-
charge unit or install fresh batteries.
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- If the radio is in GMRS/FRS mode, press and hold the MODE button
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NOTESFOR GOOD COMMUNICATION
1 . The GMRS200 22 channels are shared on a ‘take turns’ basis.
This means other groups may be talking on any of the channels.
A common code of ethics/courtesy is to switch to another vacant
channel and not to attempt to talk over someone who is already using
the channel you first selected.
2. The GMRS200 has been designed to maximize performance
and improve transmission range in the field. To avoid interference,
it is recommended that you do not use the units closer than 5 feet
apart.
3. For best transmission results, always keep your mouth about 2-3
inches from the microphone (9) and speak slowly in a normal voice.
4. To increase battery life, avoid features such as Scan and Dual
Watch. These features will reduce operating time considerably.
Warning
•Do not operate the transceiver unless you are licensed to do so.
•Remove the batteries from the transceiver if it is not expected to be used
for long periods. This will eliminate the possibility of chemicals leaking
from the batteries and corroding the transceiver.
•Avoid exposing the transceiver to water or extremes of temperature.
•Do not use this device in or near a mining facility, which uses remotely
triggered explosives or in areas labeled “Blasting Area”. Premature or
accidental detonation may result.
•Do not attempt to modify or in any way increase the output of this
transceiver. Its output is designed to meet the legal limits set by the FCC.
•Do not use this device or change its batteries in potentially explosive
atmospheres as sparks in such areas could result in an explosion.
•Turn your transceiver off wherever posted notices restrict the use of radios
or cellular telephones. Facilities such as hospitals may use equipment
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