Kenwood FreeTalk UBZ-AM14 User manual

UBZ-AM14 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
THANK YOU
We are grateful you decided to purchase KENWOOD product and welcome you to the Family
Radio Service (FRS). FRS is personal, short range 2-way radio band for family& friends to
keep intouch without the need for license, radio knowledge, or monthly changes.
Yo ur KENWOOD FreeTalk is called a ’transceiver”, meaning ‘transmitter” and “receiver”.
Your transceiver provides safety and convenience almost anywhere, indoor or outside. The
distance depends on your location; you’ll get maximumdistance of up to approximately2 miles
inopen areas, less in buildings or vehicles.
KENWOOD believes you will be satisfied with this product’s quality and features.
PRECAUTIONS
•Do not modifyor attempt to adjust the transceiver for any reason.
•Avoid extremes inexposure to weather, heat, and cold. This transceiver is water resistant
but not waterproof.
•Do not expose the transceiver to long periods of direct sunlight, nor place the transceiver
close to heating appliances.
•Do not place the transceiver in excessively dusty areas, humid areas, wet areas, nor on
unstable surfaces.
•If an abnormal odor or smoke is detected coming from the transceiver, immediatelyswitch
OFF the power and remove the batteries or battery pack from the transceiver.Contact your
KENWOOD dealer.
GENERAL FEATURES
•14 CHANNELS
•32 STEP DIGITAL UP/DOWN VOLUME CONTROL WITH 8 LEVEL DISPLAYWITH BEEP
•500mW POWER OUTPUT
•BATTERYSAVERFUNCTION
•LOW BATTERYWARNING BEEP
•CHANNEL SELECT UP/DOWN BUTTONWITH BEEP
•CALL TONE TRANSMIT FUNCTION
•AUDIBLE LOW BATTERYWARNING BEEP
•UP TO2 MILES COMMUNICATIONS RANGE
•30 HOURS OPERATIONWITHALKALINE CELLS (RATIO OF TRANSMISSION,
RECEPTION AND STAND-BYPERIODS IS 1:1:8)
CONTROL DIAGRAM
INSTALLING / REMOVING BATTERY
This transceiver requires 4 AAA batteries. Use highqualityalkaline batteries to enjoy longer periods
of battery life.An audible warning beep is generated when battery levelis very low. Receptionis still
enabled, but battery replacementis required.
1. Release the batterycover LATCH, then remove the battery cover.
2.Insert (or remove) the4 AAA batteries.
3. Observe batterypolarityindicated in the battery compartment.
4. Alignthe batterycover, then lock it using the LATCH.
OPERATION
POWER ON/OFF
Press and hold the POWER key for (0.5) seconds to power on / off.
At the power on, Back-light displays for (4) seconds
RECEPTION
Press the UP (Down) key to increase (decrease) the volume. The unit features 32 steps digital
volume control. The speaker sounds whencorrect signal (same channel) is received.
•You have to select the same channel as your party.
•Press and hold the UP (Down) key to continuouslychange.
TRANSMISSION
Press the PTT keyfor transmission. Speak slowly and clearlyina normal tone of voice about 2-3
inches away from the microphone. TX icon appears on the LCD during transmission. Release the
PTT keyto returnto receive / stand-by mode.
CALL
Press and release the CALL key to transmit anaudible Call Tone. The unit rings for1200
milliseconds. The unit automaticallyreturns to receive / stand-by mode whenthe Call transmissionis
over.
CHANNEL SELECTION
The channel digits blink when the MENU key is pressed. Press the UP (DOWN) key to increase
channels (or decrease). To select a channel and return to receive / stand-by mode press MENU, PTT,
CALL or MONITOR keyand no key entries for (4) seconds.
•Press and hold the UP (Down) key to continuouslychange.
•At Power On/Off, the selected channel will not be changed.
FREQUENCY CHART
Channel Freq. (MHz) Channel Freq. (MHz) Channel Freq. (MHz)
1 462.5625 6 462.6875 11 467.6375
2 462.5875 7 462.7125 12 467.6625
3 462.6125 8 467.5625 13 467.6875
4 462.6375 9 467.5875 14 467.7125
5 462.6625 10 467.6125
TONE SELECT
After press the MENU key twice and press the UP/DOWNkey to select the desired Tone.
Press the UP/DOWN key to return to the Repeat Mode for more than (0.2) seconds.
At press and hold the UP/DOWM key, channel will be changed automatically and will check the
Channel Busy. To select a channel and return to receive / stand-by mode press MENU, PTT, CALL or
MONITOR keyand no key entries for (4) seconds.

At power On/Off, the selected tone will not be changed.
CTCSS TONE NUMBER & FREQUENCY
No. Freq.(Hz) No. Freq.(Hz) No. Freq.(Hz) No. Freq.(Hz)
1 67 11 97.4 21 136.5 31 192.8
2 71.9 12 100 22 141.3 32 203.5
3 74.4 13 103.5 23 146.2 33 210.7
4 77 14 107.2 24 151.4 34 218.1
5 79.7 15 110.9 25 156.7 35 225.7
6 82.5 16 114.8 26 162.2 36 233.6
7 85.4 17 118.8 27 167.9 37 241.8
8 88.5 18 123 28 173.8 38 250.3
9 91.5 19 127.3 29 179.9
10 94.8 20 131.8 30 186.2
VOLUME CONTROL
Press the UP/DOWN key to increase(to decrease) the volume level from 1 to 32(from 32 to 1)
!Press the UP/DOWN key to return to RepeatMode for more than(0.2)seconds.
!Whenpower On/Off, the volume level will be not changed.
!The volume level will be changed to original level during replacing a battery.
MONITOR KEY
1. Monitor On/Off
2. Continuous Monitor Mode On/Off
!Normal Monitor Mode
During pressing the Monitor key, Audio is On and RX Icon appears on the LCD.
Release the key to return to Stand-by Mode and Audio will be muted
!Continuous Monitor Mode
Press the Monitor key for more than (3) seconds, Monitor Mode will be operated with
Single Beep (RX Iconappears on the LCD)
BACK LIGHT ON/OFF
Whenanykey is pressed, the LCD will be illuminated.
The lamp will be out after (5) seconds.
BATTERY SAVER
After (4) seconds elapse with no keyentries, no call received, and no transmission, Battery Saver
automatically functions. Itrepeats switching ON and OFF the power to the receiver at certainratios to
maximize battery life. You cannot switch OFF this function.
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequencyrange 462.5625 – 467.125 MHz(14 Channels)
Supply voltage (rated voltage) 6.0 V
Transmit output power 500mW
Dimensions (W x HD, projection not included) 00.0 X 000.0 x00.0 mm
(0.00 x0.00 x0.00 inches)
Weight(with4 AAA batteries) Approx. 000g (0.0 oz.)
NOTICES TO USER
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operationis subject to the following two
conditions:
(1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
One or more of the following statements may be applicable:
FCC WARNING
This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this
equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the
instruction manual. The usercould lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized
change or modification is made.
INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection againstharmful interference in a
residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can generate 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 the interference will notoccurin 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 orrelocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuitdifferent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•Consult the dealer for technical assistance.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Your wireless hand-held portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter. When the Push-to-
Talk (PTT) button is pushed it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The device is authorized to
operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. In August 1996, the FederalCommunications
Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines withsafety levels for hand-held
wireless devices.
CAUTION: To maintain compliance with the FCC's RF exposure guidelines hold the transmitter and
antenna at least 2 inch (5 centimeters) from your face and speak ina normal voice, with the antenna
pointed up and away from the face. If you wear the handset on your body while using the headset
accessory, use onlythe Kenwood supplied belt clip for this product and when transmitting, take it out
of the belt to ensure that the antenna is at least 1 inch(2.5 centimeters) from your body.
Use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage
the transmitter and may violateFCCregulations.

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
Kenwood Communications Corporation (“KENWOOD”) warrants this product for ninety
(90)days on parts and labor, measured from the date of purchase by the first end user.
This Warrantyis enforceable onlyby the first end user.
Except as specified below, this warrantycovers all defects in material and workmanship
inthis product. The following are not covered by the Warranty:
1. Damage,deterioration or failure resulting from:
A. Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, product modificationor failure to follow
Instructions contained in your Owner’s Manual.
B. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by KENWOOD.
C. Installation of parts that do not conform to the qualityor specifications of the
original parts.
2. Damage or loss occurring during shipment (claims must be presented to the
carrier).
3. Any unit which is not new when sold to the first end user or upon which the serial
number has beendefaced, modified or removed.
Your KENWOOD transceiver must be returned to the original place of purchase for
warranty service. Whenever the product is presented for warranty service, you must
supply a sales receipt or other evidence of the date of purchase. Kenwood reserves the
right to repair or replace the product with a new or reconditioned product.
Unless considered unlawful or unenforceable under applicable law:
A. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES WITH RESPECTTO KENWOOD TRANSCEIVER,
INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE, HEREBYARE EXCLUDED.
B. KENWOOD’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTYSHALL BE LIMITED TO
THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, AT KENWOOD’S OPTION, OF ANY
DEFECTIVE PRODUCT, AND SHALL NOT INCLUDE DAMAGES OF ANYKIND,
WHETHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE.
This Warrantyis enforceable onlyin the United States of America.
If a problem develops during or after the Limited Warranty Period, or if you have any
questions regarding the operation of the product, you should contact your KENWOOD
Authorized Dealer or Authorized Service Center. If the problemor your questionis not
handled to your satisfaction, please contactour Customer Relations Department at 1-
800-KENWOOD (USA only).
For customers outside U.S.A.or Canada who purchase this product, please contact
your local Authorized Dealer.
1-800-KENWOOD (1-800-536-9663)
USA ONLY