Freetalker R5 User manual

Operating Instructions
Model : R5
Safety Information and Warnings
Read This Information Before Using Your Radio.
Radio Antenna
Do not use any radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes in contact with the
skin, a minor burn may result.
Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and violate
compliance. Do NOT change or modify the antenna.
Do NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the antenna reduces range and may
cause bodily harm.
Safety and general use whilst in a vehicle
Check the State and Federal laws and regulations regarding the use of two way radios in the area
where you drive, and always obey them.
For Vehicles fitted with Air Bags
Do not place your radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Air bags
inflate with great force. If a radio is placed in the air bag deployment area and the air bag inflates,
the radio may be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to the occupants of the vehicle.
Batteries
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if conductive material
such as jewellery, keys, or beaded chains touches exposed terminals. The material may complete
an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged

battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects.
Do not replace batteries in a potentially explosive atmosphere. Contact sparking may
occur while installing or removing batteries and cause an explosion.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn your radio OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. Sparks in such areas
could cause an explosion or fire resulting in injury or even death. NOTE: Areas with potentially
explosive atmospheres are often, but not always clearly marked. They include fueling areas such as
below deck on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders; and any other area where you would
normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn your radio OFF near electrical blasting
caps or in a “blasting area” or in areas posted: “Turn off the two way radio.” Obey all signs and
instructions.
Transmit and Receive Procedure
Your two‐way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. To control your exposure and ensure
compliance with the general population/uncontrolled environment exposure limits, always adhere
to the following procedure: •Transmit no more than 50% of the time.
•To receive calls, release the PTT button.
•To transmit (talk), press the Push to Talk (PTT) button.
Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because the radio generates measurable RF
energy exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring standards compliance). Always
hold the radio approximately 5cm in front of your mouth with the antenna pointing away from
your head.
Radio Operation and EME Exposure
Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and violate
compliance. Do NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the antenna reduces the
effective range. Do not use the radio if the antenna is damaged. If a damaged antenna makes
contact with your skin, a minor burn can result. If you wear a radio on your body when
transmitting, always fit the radio on the belt clip (supplied). Always ensure the radio and it's
antenna are at least 5cm from your body when transmitting.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI). To avoid the
possibility of electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your radio in any
location where posted notices instruct you to do so such as health care facilities.
Aircraft
When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when on board an aircraft. Any use of a radio must be
in accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew instructions.
Medical Devices –Pacemakers
The Advanced Medical Technology Association recommends that a minimum separation of 6
inches (15cm) be maintained between a handheld wireless radio and a pacemaker. These

recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of the
U.S. Food and Drug Administration. People with pacemakers should: •ALWAYS keep the radio
more than 15cm from their pacemaker when the radio is turned ON. •Not carry the radio in the
breast pocket.
•Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimise the potential for interference. •Turn the radio
OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place.
Medical Devices ‐Hearing Aids
Some radios may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want
to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to
determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in
obtaining this information.
General warnings
Never use your radio outdoors during a thunderstorm. Keep the radio out of reach of babies and
young children.
Installing the Batteries -Non rechargeable battery
Slide down the battery compartment cover.
Insert 4 x AAA alkaline batteries (not supplied).
Position the batteries according to the
polarity marking on the battery compartment.
After placing batteries into correct positions,replace the battery cover.
Installing the Batteries - rechargeable battery
Slide down the battery compartment cover.
Insert 4 x AAA Ni-mah rechargable batteries or Ni-mah rechargable batteries pack .
When it is charged by φ2.5MM USB cable ,charge time is 12 hours.
When it is recharged by cradle only for Ni-mah rechargable batteries pack,full time is 10hours
Position the batteries according to the polarity marking on the battery compartment.

After placing batteries into correct positions,replace the battery cover.
Low Battery Alert
The LCD on your radio shows a battery meter in the down left corner icon indicates a fully powered unit.
The Low Battery Alert beep will sound when the battery level drops to Level 1
If you continue to use the radio at Level 1 the Low Battery Alert beep will sound
If the battery level falls to Level 0 (flashing empty) the LCD display will turn off
after 30sec. An error tone will sound if any key is pressed
Transmitting Range
The talk range will depend on your surroundings and environment it will be affected by
obstructions such as hills or buildings.
Don’t try to use two radio units which are less than 1.5m (5 feet) apart. Otherwise, you may
experience interference. Talk range depends on the terrain. It will be affected by concrete
structures, heavy foliage and by operating radios indoors or in vehicles.

Operating the unit
Turning unit on/off:
1‐ Switching on
Press and hold the MENU/PWR until you hear a beep sound.
2‐ Switching off
Press and hold the MENU/PWR until you hear a beep sound.
Lock & Unlock the device.
Press and hold CALL button for 3 seconds to lock the device.
Press and hold CALL button for 3 seconds to unlock the device.
Auto scan.
Press & hold the MONI button for 3 seconds to activate auto scan.
Press & MONI button again to deactivate auto scan.
Adjusting the Volume
You have 8 present volume levels .They are displayed on the LCD screen ,when the radio is standby
Press the button to increase the Speaker Volume.
Press the button to decrease the Speaker Volume.
Press PPT(Push to talk) button to confirm the channel setting or MONI button or wait up to 10 second to confirm
Monitor
This feature enables users to listen in for weak signals on the current channel at the press of a button.
To use monitor,
For continuous listening.Press MONI and the receiver circuit will stay open, letting in both the noise & weak
signals.Display shows RXTo return to normal receive mode press MONI once again.
Sending a Call Alert Tone
To send a Call Alert Tone, Press the CALL Button quickly. The Call Alert Tone will be automatically transmitted for a
factory-set fixed length of time. During transmission, the TX icon appears on the display. The communicator returns
to standby mode when the Call Tone sequence is complete. For optimum performance, make sure the ANTENNA is
pointing upright.
Changing CHANNELS
You have a maximum of 20 channels at your disposal .To communicate with another device,you must both be on the
same channel.

1. Press the MENU/PWR button 1 time, the current channel number flashes on the LCD Screen.
2. While the channel number is flashing:
Press the button to move to a higher channel.
Press the button to move to a lower channel.
3.Press PPT(Push to talk) button to confirm the channel setting or MONI button or wait up to 10 second to confirm
Changing SUB-CHANNELS
1. Press the MENU/PWR button 2 times, the current sub-channel number(1-38CTCSS-CTCSS is a feature that allows
a group to talk to each other without hearing other users on the same channel) or 1-83DCS -DCS is a digital extension
of CTCSS.It provides 83 extra, digitally coded,squelch codes that follow after the 38CTCSS codes) flashes on the LCD
Screen.
2. While the sub-channel number is flashing:
Press the button to move to a higher sub- channel.
Press the button to move to a lower sub- channel.
3.Press PPT(Push to talk) button to confirm the channel setting or MONI button or wait up to 10 second to confirm
Your unit is simplex “one way at a time”. While you are speaking, you can not receive a transmission.
Your unit is an open‐license band. Always identify yourself when transmitting on the same channel.
Transmitting (sending speech)
The unit is continuously in the Receive mode when the unit is turned ON and not transmitting.
When a signal is received on the current channel, “RX” icon will be displayed on the LCD screen.
a.Press and hold the PTT (Push to Talk) button to transmit your voice. The transmit signal icon “TX”
will display on the LCD screen.
b. Hold the unit in a vertical position with the Mic (Microphone) 5 cm away from the mouth.
While holding the PTT button, speak into the microphone in a normal tone of voice.
c. Release the PTT button when you have finished transmitting.
For others to receive your transmission, they must be on the same channel as you.
VOX
VOX is the automatic transmitting function by inputting voice into the VOX mic without pressing the PTT
key.
Your Walkie Talkie is capable of voice activated (VOX) transmission.In VOX mode, the radio will transmit a signal only
when it is activated by your voice or other sound around you. VOX operation is not recommended,if you plan to use
your walkie talkie in a noisy or windy environment.
1. Press the MENU/PWR button 3 times, the VX “Off” icon will blink on the LCD Screen.
2. Press the / button to select the VOX sensitivity.VOX sensitivity 1, 2, 3,off can be selected on this unit.
3. In the VOX mode, the VX icon will be displayed.
4.Press PPT(Push to talk) button to confirm the channel setting or MONI button or wait up to 10 second to confirm
NOTE: On VOX mode, user can speak with their voice through the microphone to activate transmitting mode
automatically.
Melody Call Tone Selection
This function will let user to select the desired Melody Call Tone.
1. Press the MENU/PWR button 4 times, to select Melody Call tone modes.

2. Press the or button to select the desired Melody Call tone.
3.Press PPT(Push to talk) button to confirm the channel setting or MONI button or wait up to 10 second to confirm
NOTE: Melody Call Tones is available up to 10 melody tones.
TOT
time out timer means the unit will automatically stop transmit after 30sec or 60 sec continuously transmit.
Press Menu button 5 times,screen will display 60 TO,press Up or Down button can choose 60 or 30 seconds or
OF.Default setting is 60 seconds,press the PTT button to confirm changes.
Roger beep on/off
Press the MENU/PWR button 6 times,screen will display OF, character OF keep flashing, by press UP or Down
button to choose ,ON or OF, press PTT button to confirm setting, this is a tone which is automatically transmitted
whenever the PTT button is released.Roger Beep is a BEEP that is sent to notify the end of transmission (both PTT
and VOX transmission.) Roger Beep can be heard through the speaker when Key Beep is on. Roger Beep is
transmitted even if Key Beep is turned off.
However, Roger Beep will not be heard from the speaker.Press PPT(Push to talk) button to confirm the channel
setting.or MONI button or wait up to 10 second to confirm.default setting is on when power on
Key Beep
Press the MENU/PWR button 7 times,screen will display OF, character OF keep flashing, by press UP or Down
button to choose ,ON or OF, Press PPT(Push to talk) button to confirm the channel setting.or MONI button or wait up
to 10 second to confirm, default setting is on when power on
DCM
Press the MENU/PWR button 8 times,screen will display OF, character OF keep flashing, by press UP or Down
button to choose ,ON or OF, press the MENU/PWR to set DCM,in this model the LCD will display DCM on the top and
When DCM function is active, priority channel is watched every 1.5 seconds.,default setting is off when power
on.Press PPT(Push to talk) button to confirm the channel setting.or MONI button or wait up to 10 second to confirm
NOAA Weather radio
Press button 3 seconds to active NOAA Weather radio ,RX icon will display and weather icon will flash ,press
MENU/PWR button once ,the weather channel is flashing ,use or button to select the desired weather
channel .The weather channel,total have 10 channels for selecting ,press PTT button for confirm the setting .Press
button 3 seconds again to deactivate NOAA Weather radio.
NOAA Weather ALERT
Press button 3 seconds to active NOAA Weather radio ,press MENU/PWR button Twice,AL OF will appear on
the LCD screen, use or button to select AL OFF or ON ,when the AL is on ,when have emergency singal
come,it will alarm 20 seconds ,press any button to listen the messeage,
SYMPTOM
SOLUTION
No power.
The battery may be weak. Check battery. Ensure that the battery are installed properly.
Replace the old battery with new battery AAA*4PCS
Reception is
weak.
Press the button to increase VOLUME. The receiving signal may be weak and/or
out of range.

Range is limited.
Wearing the radio close to the body, such as in a pocket or on a belt, will decrease
range; change the location of the radio. may limit the range significantly. Open fields
provide the maximum range, while steel/concrete structures, heavy foliage, and use in
buildings and in vehicles Replace with new if the BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL indicator is
low. battery Battery may be weak. The maximum range will vary depending on terrain
and environment.
Sound distortion
problems.
Radios too far apart. Obstacles interfere with transmission. Talk range is up to 1-2KM in
clear unobstructed conditions. Radios too close. Radios must be at least 5 feet apart;
increase your distance. If you are transmitting, speak in a normal tone of voice, 2 to 3
inches away from the MICROPHONE. If you are receiving, lower the VOLUME to a
comfortable level.
Ch. Frequency
Ch. Frequency
Ch. Frequency
Ch. Frequency
1 462.5625
2 462.5875
3 462.6125
4 462.6375
5 462.6625
6 462.6875
7 462.7125
8 467.5625
9 467.5875
10 467.6125
11 467.6375
12 467.6625
13 467.6875
14 467.7125
15 462.5500
16 462.5750
17 462.6000
18 462.6250
19 462.6500
20 462.6750
21 462.7000
22 462.7250

FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
RF Exposure Warning
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna
installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The SAR limit
adopted by US is 1.6 W/kg averaged over 1 grams of tissue. The highest SAR value for this device type when properly
worn on the body is 0.30 W/kg.