Audiovox GMRS862 User manual

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General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)
Model :GMRS862
Twin Pack
Released: 1-13-06
Owner’s Manual
CustomerService
1-800-290-6650
MODE
VOX S
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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)
itsendsoutradiofrequency (RF) signals. The device is authorized to operate
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 on thetransceiver’seffective
range. These are not indicative of a fault condition.
Avoid placing the GMRS862 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
batteriesareused,such as Nickel MetalHydride (NiMH), use only Audiovox-
approved rechargeable batteries. Use of an 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 WITHINTHE UNITED STATES REQUIRES AN FCC
GMRSLICENSE. ANINDIVIDUAL 18 YEARSOFAGEOROLDER, WHO IS
NOTAREPRESENTATAIVEOFAFOREIGNGOVERNMENT, IS ELIGIBLE
TOAPPLYFORAGMRSSYSTEMLICENSE. YOUWILLNEEDTWOFORMS
FROMTHEFCC:FCCFORM159,ANDFCCFORM605 (MAIN FORM AND
SCHEDULE F). YOU CAN FIND THE FORMS ONLINE AT:
HTTP://WWW.FCC.GOV/FORMPAGE.HTML, OR CALL1-800-418-3676.
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1. BatteryCover
2. Monitor(M) Button
3. DetachableCarry Clip
4. Push-To-Talk(PTT)andFunc-
tionConfirmation Button
5. Antenna
6. ExternalMicrophone
(MIC)/Charger(CHG)/Speaker
(SP) Jack
Model GMRS862 (FCC License Required)
7. Built-inSpeaker
8. LiquidCrystal Display(LCD)
9. Built-inMicrophone
10. UpChannel/VolumeButton
11. DownChannel/Volume
Button
12. MODE/VOXButton
13. PowerOn/Off andSCAN
Button
14. BatteryCharging Contacts
3
5
4
1
212
11
13
3
(REF)
14
7
1
(REF)
10
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Model GMRS862 DISPLAY
1.Roger Beep Tone Indicator: This icon appears when the Roger Beep
tone is on, and disapppears when the tone is not in use.
2.Transmit Indicator: Icon appears when the unit is in the transmit
mode (PTT button activated or VOX mode active).
3.Busy Indicator: This icon appears when the unit is receiving a
transmission.
4. Large Segment Display: Indicatesthechannelnumberinusebetween
1 and 22.
5.Scan Indicator: This function allows the user to scan a channel every
0.5 second to search for a valid signal.
6.HI/LO Indicators: Appropriate icon appears when the transmit power
is set to desired output power for a specific channel.
7.Battery Level Indicator: Icon indicates the battery charge level.
8.Small Segment Display: Indicates the CTCSS tone code (1-38)
function is active for the main channel in use.
9.Monitor Indicator: This function is not used.
10.Key Lock Indicator: This function is not used.
11.Voice Activated Transmission (VOX) Indicator: This function allows
hands-free conversation. The icon appears when the VOX mode is
activated.
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Equipment and Accessories Supplied
1. Radio (2) GMRS862
2. Owner’s Manual (1) 128-7625
Powering the transceiver:
Your GMRS862 radio transceiver operates on four AAA Alkaline batteries.
Alkaline batteries will provide slightly better performance than rechargeable
batteries. Only Audiovox approved rechargeable batteries should be
recharged in the radio transceiver. Use of optional Audiovox charging
equipment with other brands of rechargeable batteries is not recommended
as battery charging times will vary. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions
for charging other brands of batteries.
Batteries
There are three methods of powering the GMRS862:
1.Alkaline Batteries.
WARNING: Do not attempt to recharge Alkaline batteries.
2.Audiovox Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries - (Rechargeable NiMH
batteries and Charging Adapter). Use only Audiovox-approved
rechargeable batteries and charging equipment when charging
batteries internal to the unit.
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3. Various Brands of Rechargeable Batteries - Use of the Audiovox
charger(s) with other brands of rechargeable batteries is not
recommended, as battery charging times will vary with different
brands of batteries.Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for
charging other brands of batteries.
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 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 fourAAAbatteries (alternate positive ends (+)
toward the top of the transceiver, starting left-to-right.
CLIP
RELEASE
TAB
BATTERY
COVER
CARRY
CLIP
COVER
ARROW
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The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer
operating times for the GMRS862:
1. Do not mix old and new batteries.
2. The use of alkaline-type batteries is recommended to provide the
longest operating time.
3. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
batteries.
4. 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.
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
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NOTE: To differentiate between operating modes, look for HI or LO
indication below the battery power level indicator when in GMRS
mode.Refer to the appropriate section of this manual for de-
tailed operating instructions for each mode. Channels 1 through
7 are shared GMRS/FRS. Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only,
and channels 15 through 22 are GMRS only.
Controls:
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.
GMRS862 OPERATIONAL MODES
GMRS/FRS
(MODE)
POWER
SELECT
CTCSS
SELECT
CHANNEL
SELECT
ROGER
BEEP
(1-22)
(oF, 01-38)
(GMRSchannelsonly)
(on or oF)