Audiovox FR-200 User manual

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Owner’s Manual
Model FR-200
Two Way Family Radio
Customer Service
1-800-645-4994
Rev NC Released on 4-21-99.
Rev A 4/22/99 Changed # to 1-800-645-4994
Rev B 4/27/99 1st production-Changed bat save time to 5 sec, ch A
to 462.5625
Rev C 5/11/99 2nd production-Added adj limit conformation, batt
indicator on pwr save call and up/down, added Family radio service
to dwgs, changed turn on from instant to 2 sec button press.
Rev D 5/27/99 3rd production-Removed references to bat low light
except on low batt condition. Added monitor lock feature.
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BATT
CALL
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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR SELECTION
OF THE FR-200 (FAMILY RADIO)
It is one of the most sophisticated and reliable two way
Family radios available.
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR FR-200 (FAMILY RADIO)
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
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.

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Your FR-200 Family Radio is a portable, easy to use, two-way
radio that you can carry almost anywhere. It is skillfully constructed
to give you reliable communications for many different applications.
The FR-200 is ideal for use around the house, in your boat, on
hunting and camping trips, on the ski slopes or at the mall.
Your transceiver will achieve its maximum operating range when
communicating with other transceiver(s) in a flat open area with
no trees or buildings obstructing its signal. Range may be up to
two miles under such conditions. Obstacles such as buildings,
trees or mountains will tend to reduce the transceiver’s effective
range.
PERFORMANCE
FEATURES
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FUNCTION AND LOCATION OF THE CONTROLS
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1. Power Button: Press and hold this button for 2 seconds to turn the
transceiver on or off.
2. Push-to-Talk Button: Press to transmit. Release to
receive.
3. Monitor Button: Press and hold to bypass the squelch and
listen to channel activity.
4. Belt Clip
5. Battery Compartment
6. Speaker
7. Microphone
8. Call Button: Press and hold this button to send a ringing sound to
other radios tuned to the same channel.
9. Up Button: Press this button to increase the volume.
10. Down Button: Press this button to decrease the volume.
11. Low Battery Indicator: Illuminates when the battery level is
low.
12. Transmit Indicator: Illuminates while transmitting.
13. Antenna: Rotate counterclockwise when transceiver is in use
14. Microphone / Charger Jack: For use with an external micro
phone / PTT button and optional battery charger.
15. Speaker Jack: For use with an Audiovox approved headset
accessory only.
16. Channel Select Switch: Selects channel of operation
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
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Your FR-200 requires four “AAA” alkaline cells or
four rechargeable “AAA” cells. Alkaline batteries
will provide the best performance from your
transceiver. Remove the battery cover by rotating
the belt clip away from the battery compartment.
Slide the battery cover downward while applying
pressure at its grooved section. Observe the
polarity symbols inside the battery tray when
installing the batteries.
Incorrect battery installation can damage the unit.
The microphone / charger jack is intended for use with Audiovox
approved charging accessories only. Refer to the documentation
included with the battery charger.
Never attempt to charge alkaline batteries with the optional battery
charger.
CAUTION:

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USING YOUR FR-200
Turning the Transceiver on
Pressing the power button for 2 seconds will activate the unit. The
speaker will play a conformation beep tone to confirm the FR-200’s
activation. To turn the unit off, simply press and hold the power button
for 2 seconds. The unit will play a tone to confirm its shutdown.
Button Conformation Tones
The FR-200 will confirm each press of the up or down buttons with
a conformation tone. The tone will correspond to the current vol-
ume setting, the lower the tone, the lower the setting. A unique tone
will indicate that the limit of adjustment has been reached.
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To Select a Channel
Move the channel select switch upward for
Channel A (FRS Channel 1) or downward for
Channel B (FRS Channel 8)
Low Battery Alert
When the batteries are in need of replacement or charging, the low
battery indicator LED will flash once every ½second and the
transceiver will sound a double beep to alert the user.
Call Signals
When the call button is pressed, the FR-200
will transmit a three-second ringing sound to all other
transceiver’s tuned to the same channel. This feature
can be used to signal other parties that voice
communication is desired.
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To Receive.
1. Set the desired channel.
2. Adjust the volume control to the desired listening volume by
using the up and down buttons while listening to the button
conformation tones
3. The transceiver will play strong signals through its internal
speaker or through a headset if so equipped.
To Transmit
1. Set the desired channel.
2. Press and hold the P (Push-to-Talk) button while speaking slowly
and clearly in a normal voice, approximately 2 to 3 inches
from the microphone.
3. The transmit indicator will illuminate while transmitting.
4. Release the P (Push-to-Talk) button when you finish speaking to
receive incoming signals.
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Monitor Function
The monitor button can be used to play all signals present on a
channel. This is useful when communicating with other parties at
extreme range.
The monitor function can be locked on by pressing its button for
three seconds. A confirmation tone indicates that the monitor
lock has been activated. Pressing the monitor button a second
time will unlock the monitor function.

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WARNING
Remove the batteries from the transceiver if it is not expected to
be used for long periods. This will eliminate the possibility of
battery acid leaking from the batteries and corroding the transceiver.
Avoid exposing the unit 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 that is sensitive to RF energy.
Turn your transceiver off on board aircraft when requested to do so.
Do not place your transceiver in front of a vehicle’s air-bag. If the
air-bag deploys, it could propel the transceiver like a projectile.
This transceiver complies with F.C.C. regulations for use in the
United States. Use in other countries may be prohibited or restricted
by local regulation. Please check with the local regulating agency
before using this device outside of the United States.
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Channel Frequencies:
Channel MHz Channel MHz
A (FRS #1) 462.5625 B (FRS #8) 467.5625
The FR-200 can be used with any model FRS radio that
operates on one of the channels above.
Channels: 2 (FRS CH1&CH8)
Output Power: 500 mW ERP
Battery Life
Alkaline: 30 - 35 Hours
Power Source: 6.0 V DC
SPECIFICATIONS*
*These specifications are subject to change without notice. They
represent typical values, individual units may vary
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