Binatone MR650 User manual

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MENU button
Press to change channels
and sub-channels, and
to switch between
modes
MR650
User Guide Socket for hands-
free kit (headset)*
ON/OFF button
Microphone
TALK button
Press and hold while
you’re transmitting
ENTER button
Press to switch the
backlight on and off.
Press and hold to
lock and unlock the
buttons.
Press to confirm
settings
C (Call) button
Press to send
Ring tone to
other handsets
S (Scan) button
Press to scan for
an active channel
MONI (monitor)
button
Press to check for
signals on the current
channel
UP and DOWN buttons
MENU
Press to change the speaker
volume.
Press after the button
to change channels
Indicator light
RED when you’re
transmitting; GREEN
when you’re receiving
Battery charge level — when this shows
(low), recharge the batteries.
Dual Watch — shown when you’re
monitoring two channels at once.
Shown when you’re receiving a signal.
Shown when the buttons are locked.
Shown when the handset is scanning all
channels.
Shown when the handset is in VOX
(voice-activated) mode.
Volume level
SCAN VOX
DW
DW
BUSY
SCAN
VOX
BUSY
What’s on the display
Channel number (1 to 8)
Sub-channel number (0 to 38)
* A hands-free kit is not supplied
as standard
– under the hinged
cover
Personal Mobile Radio (PMR)
with twin charger
Scanning channels
When the SCAN function is turned on, the handset will
continuously scan through all eight channels until it finds one
on which another user is transmitting.
1Press the S (Scan) button
SCAN appears on the display, and the channel number
changes continuously. You can press the S (Scan)
button again at any point to stop scanning.
When the handset detects an active channel, it will
pause on that channel. Then …
2Press EITHER
◗the ENTER button to set this as the current channel
◗the TALK button to transmit on this channel
◗the MONI button to monitor this channel (press
again to continue scanning)
◗the ▲or ▼button to continue scanning
Monitoring two channels at once (Dual Watch)
1Press the MENU button FOUR times
DW appears on the display, as well as the currently
selected channel.
2Press the ▲or ▼button to select a second channel
The display switches backwards and forwards between
the two channels. Any existing sub-channel setting for
either channel will be retained. If the handset detects a
signal on either channel, it will stop and receive it.
OR, to monitor for weak signals on the channel
currently shown:
3Press the MONI button (to stop monitoring, press
the MONI button again)
To end Dual Watch mode
4Press the TALK,CALL or ENTER button
Locking the buttons
With the buttons locked, you can transmit (TALK), receive or
monitor (MONI) the current channel. But you can’t change the
volume (▲▼) or use the MENU button.
To lock the buttons:
◗Press and hold the ENTER button until appears
on the display
To unlock the buttons:
◗Press and hold the ENTER button until disappears
from the display
Using a hands-free kit (headset)
You can plug a hands-free kit (not supplied as standard) into
the socket on the top of your MR650 handset. With a hands-
free kit, you may wish to transmit in VOX mode; but if you find
that this doesn’t work very well, you can turn the VOX
sensitivity off and press the TALK button to transmit, as
normal.
If you’d like to buy the optional hands-free kit, phone the
Binatone Help Line on 01325 304 473.
4Cleaning and care
To clean your MR650, use a soft cloth dampened with water.
Do not use cleaners or solvents, which may cause damage
not covered by the guarantee.
5Technical specification
Operating frequency 446.00625 to 446.09375 MHz
(eight channels)
Channel spacing 12.5 KHz
Output power 0.5 W
Channel Frequency (MHz) Channel Frequency (MHz)
1 446.00625 5 446.05625
2 446.01875 6 446.06875
3 446.03125 7 446.08125
4 446.04375 8 446.09375
6Guarantee and service 7Troubleshooting
Problem Possible cause solution
No power ■Batteries are low or not fitted correctly
echeck; replace batteries if necessary
■Handset is not switched on echeck
Weak reception/
no reception/
‘noisy’ reception
■Batteries are low or not fitted correctly
■Other user is not within range echeck
■Handsets are not tuned to the same channel
echeck
■Noisy reception is more likely when using high
numbered sub-channels etry using a lower-
numbered sub-channel, agreeing it with the
rest of your group first
■Volume level is too low eincrease the volume
■eSpeak in a normal voice, 5–8 cm
(2–3 inches) away from the microphone
■Local conditions are impairing reception
emove to a different location, away from
obstructions and as high as possible
■You’re wearing the handset too close to your
body emove the handset
■Other user is not transmitting echeck
■Other user is too close echeck
■There’s interference from other users on the
same channel eagree to use a different
channel
Cannot change
channels ■Handset is locked echeck
■Batteries are low or not fitted correctly
In VOX mode,
the handset
transmits all
the time
■Background noise is high emove to a
quieter place
■VOX sensitivity is too high eset it to a lower
level
In VOX mode,
the handset
doesn’t transmit
■VOX sensitivity is too low eset it to a higher
level
■eSpeak in a louder voice, nearer to the
microphone
Cannot charge
the batteries ■Make sure the mains power lead is firmly
plugged into the charger.
■Make sure the mains power adapter is plugged
in, and that mains power is switched on at the
socket.
■Make sure the handset is correctly in place in
the charging cradle, with its battery compart-
ment cover locked shut.
■Use only battery pack, as supplied with
the unit.
The Binatone MR650 is guaranteed for 12 months
from the date of purchase. The Guarantee does not
cover damage by misuse or negligence, or by excessive
voltages — for example, faults on the telephone line, or
lightning.
If you think your MR650 has developed a fault, please
return it to the shop where you bought it.
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Fitting the batteries
Your MR650 includes a
for each handset.
rechargeable
battery pack
1Open the locking latch
and slide off the battery
compartment cover
3Replace the cover and
close the latch
2Insert the rechargeable battery
pack as shown
Make sure the ‘UP’ arrow
is showing, and pointing
towards the top of the
handset
Important — read these
safety warnings before
you charge the batteries
To remove the belt clip
To replace the belt clip
To fit the batteries
It’s easier to fit the battery pack without
the belt clip in place.
Pull the tab forward (away from
the handset) to release the belt
clip. Then lift the belt clip off
Slide the belt clip down into
the slot until it clicks into place
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Insert your
fingernail
behind the
tab
Lift the
belt clip
off
latch
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When placing the handset in the charger, .
— never try to burn them or put them anywhere
they could get burnt or punctured.
When you’re not going to use your MR650 for a few weeks,
so it doesn’t leak corrosive substances.
When the display shows that the battery charge level is low,
.— they might leak if
you do
use only the
rechargeable NiCd battery pack supplied with the MR650
Dispose of used batteries safely and in a way that will not harm
the environment
take
the battery pack out
recharge the batteries
Don’t leave dead batteries in your handset
Don’t try to fit or recharge non-rechargeable batteries
Make sure the battery compartment cover is securely locked in
place
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when you’re charging the batteries.
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3Using the Personal Mobile Radio
Transmission range
The talk range depends on environment and terrain. It will be
greatest (up to about 3 km, or 1¾ miles) in wide open spaces,
without obstructions such as hills or buildings. Don’t try to use
two PMR handsets which are less than 1.5 m (5 feet) apart. If
you do, you may get interference.
Important safety warnings
■If you are using a hands-free headset — to protect your
hearing, do not turn the volume to the highest level.
■To reduce radio frequency exposure when you’re using your
MR650, hold the handset at least 5 cm (2 inches) from
your face.
■Never use your MR650 outdoors in a thunderstorm.
■Don’t use the MR650 in the rain.
■If your MR650 ever gets wet, turn it off and remove the
batteries. Dry the battery compartment and leave the cover
off for a few hours. Don’t use the handset until it is
completely dry.
■Like all electrical equipment, the MR650 charger should be
kept out of the reach of young children.
Switching on and off
To switch the handset ON:
◗Press and hold the ON/OFF button until the display
comes on
To switch the handset OFF:
◗Press and hold the ON/OFF button until the display
goes blank
You hear a musical tone each time to confirm.
Volume control
To adjust the loudspeaker volume:
◗Press the ▲or ▼button
The volume level is shown by the bars on the display.
You can change the volume either while you’re using
your MR650 handset, or while the handset is idle
(switched on but not in use).
Changing channels and sub-channels
PMR has eight channels, numbered 1to 8. To communicate
with other PMR users within range, you must all have your
handsets tuned to the same channel.
1Press the MENU button ONCE
The current channel number flashes on the display.
2Press the ▲or ▼button to go to the channel
you want
3Press the ENTER button to confirm
Each channel also has 38 sub-channels (sometimes called
CTCSS codes), letting you set up groups of users within the
same channel, for more private communication. If you have set
a sub-channel, you can communicate only with other users
tuned to the same channel and the same sub-channel.
To turn the sub-channel function off, simply set the sub-
channel to 0(zero). You can then communicate with any PMR
user on the same channel who has also turned off sub-channel
operation (or whose PMR handset does not have this feature).
1Press the MENU button TWICE
The current sub-channel number flashes on the display.
2Press the ▲or ▼button to go to the sub-channel
you want
3Press the ENTER button to confirm
Transmitting and receiving
!PMR transmission is ‘one-way-at-a-time’ — while you are
speaking, you cannot receive a transmission.
!PMR446 is an open-licence band — always identify yourself
when transmitting, as other people may be communicating
on the same channel.
To speak to another handset user
1Press and hold the TALK button so that the
TRANSMITTING light comes on
2Speak clearly into the microphone, in a normal
tone — don’t shout
3When you’ve finished speaking, release the TALK
button
To listen to another handset user
◗Make sure you are NOT pressing the TALK button
BUSY is shown on the display when the other person is
speaking. Don’t try to transmit until they have finished.
Monitoring the current channel
Normally, the MR650 will not pick up very weak signals. But
you can monitor the current channel for all sounds.
◗Press and release the MONI button
Your handset will pick up any signals on the current
channel, including background noise. It will carry on
monitoring for about 20 seconds, unless you press and
release the MONI button again to stop it.
Ring tone
You can send Ring tone to other handsets within range and
tuned to the same channel (and sub-channel if applicable), to
alert them you want to communicate with them.
◗Press and release the C (Call) button
You’ll hear Ring tone for about 3 seconds, while the red
‘Transmitting’ light is on. Any other handset within
range and tuned to the same channel will hear Ring
tone, and may decide to transmit to you.
You can also use Ring tone at the end of a transmission to
signal that you’ve finished speaking.
VOX (voice-activated transmission) mode
In VOX mode, your handset will transmit whenever it detects
your voice (or other noise), without the TALK button pressed.
It will transmit for at least 2 seconds, even if you stop talking.
You may wish to use VOX mode if you’re using a hands-free kit
(see overleaf).
The level of VOX sensitivity is shown by bars on the display. At
the highest level (most bars), the handset will pick up softer
noises (including background noise); at the lowest level, it will
pick up only quite loud noises.
To turn VOX mode on and off:
1Press the MENU button THREE times
VOX flashes on the display, and the current level of
VOX sensitivity is shown.
2Press the ▲or ▼button to set the level of VOX
sensitivity
If you press the ▼button repeatedly until the
‘sensitivity’ bars disappear altogether, you turn VOX
mode off, and VOX disappears from the display.
3Press the ENTER button to confirm the setting
As long as the handset is in VOX mode, VOX is shown
steadily on the display.
Charging the batteries
2
Plug the mains adapter into
a 230 V AC, 50 Hz mains
socket, with the switch on
the socket set to OFF
Then switch on at the mains socket
Place the handsets in the
charging cradles
Connect the mains
power lead to the
charger
The MR650 must be used with the mains
adapter supplied. Using any other
adapter will result in non-compliance
with EN60065, and will invalidate any
approval given to this apparatus.
If the handset is switched on, the charge level symbol blinks on the
display w .
To check the charge level, disconnect the jack connector from the
handset, switch on and check the display.
It takes about to recharge the batteries fully if they’ve
become completely run down. New batteries can take up to
14 hours to charge fully.
hile the batteries are being charged
6 hours
The charge light comes on
when when a handset is in
the charging cradle
Battery life
The MR650 has a built-in Power Saver feature to make the batteries
stay charged for longer. But when you’re not using the handset, it’s
best to switch it off to save battery power. You’ll also find that the
batteries last longer if you keep the switched off when
you don’t need it. backlight
The backlight for the display
To switch the backlight on and off:
Briefly press the ENTER button
ENTER
If you prefer to wall
mount the charger, use
the template supplied