LedgeTech Rocky Talkie User manual
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USER MANUAL
2020
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Operating the Rocky talkie
Display screen
Technical Specs
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
Channel Settings
Privacy codes
FCC Regulation, FCC ID, IC id
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Table of contents
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OPERATING THE ROCKY TALKIE
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Display screen
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Technical specs
Radio Service FRS (no license required)
Channels 128
Privacy Codes 121 (CTCSS and DCS)
Range Line-of-sight: 25+ miles
Mountains: 1 to 5 miles
Forest/Hills: 0.5 to 3 miles
City: Up to 1 miles
Waterproong IP56 (Splashproof / Snowproof,
not submergible)
Power 2 Watt
Battery Type Rechargeable 1550 mAh Li-ion
Radio Dimensions 16.2 x 5.9 x 2.7 cm
Weight Radio Only: 4.8 oz
Full System: 7.9 oz
Operating Temperature -20° to 120° Fahrenheit
Charging Temperature 0° to 100° Fahrenheit
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What makes the Rocky Talkie different from other radios?
The Rocky Talkie is designed for athletes to push their limits in the
outdoors. Unlike the fragile plastic belt clips of other radios, our
radio easily secures to backpacks and harnesses using an ultra-light
carabiner. For extreme terrain, a back-up leash is included to prevent
drops. We nd that this system is the dierence between actively using
the radio and keeping it in a backpack for emergencies.
In addition to the convenience oered, the Rocky Talkie includes a
shatterproof LED screen (no-glass) and a thermoplastic covering to
protect the electronics. The radio is ready to use out of the box and
requires zero conguration. The electronics are simple and reliable - we
cut out all of the superuous radio features that kill battery life. The
radio has 5 buttons that are easy to understand and still support the
critical advanced features (such as privacy codes to prevent outside
interference).
What is the usable range of a Rocky Talkie?
As with any FRS radio, the range is highly dependent on the
environment you are in. We done our maximum range (line-of-sight)
testing in open areas with little interference. The maximum line-of-
sight range is greater than 25 miles. In other environments with more
trees,hills, or mountains, the range will be signicantly reduced from
the maximum because the radio waves cannot penetrate large bodies
of earth. You can expect to get a range of around 0.5 to 5 miles in
these type of environments. The toughest environments for radio
communication are cities and urban centers where large buildings
block signal and the air is lled with other radio waves causing signal
noise. In these environments, expect to get up to 1 mile of range. All
Frequently Asked Questions
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distances listed above are tested with the radio’s high power mode (2
watts). The low power mode (0.5 watts) will slightly reduce maximum
range, but increase battery life.
What is the battery life of a Rocky Talkie?
The Rocky Talkie has a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery with a capacity
of 1550 mAhrs. Battery life is dependent on how frequently the radios
send and receive signals. With normal usage, the battery can be
expected to last 3-5 days (assuming the radio is used 8hrs/day). The
battery will last over 120 hrs when in standby mode (the radio is on but
not transmitting or recieving signals). The battery life was tested in high
power mode (2 Watts), so you can expect a slightly longer battery life on
low power mode (.5 Watt).
Is the battery Replaceable?
batteries.
Can I use my Rocky Talkie with other radios?
Yes, the Rocky Talkie is compatible with other FRS radios, and the
rst 22 channels will have matching frequencies. The simplest way
to communicate with other brands of radios is to match the channel
number on both radios, and then also match the privacy codes number
(sometimes called sub-channels) on both radios.
If you purchased your Rocky Talkie prior to January 18, 2020, please see
the privacy code table in the user manual (Page 16) to communicate
with other radios with privacy codes turned on. For example, in the
table you can see that a Motorola radio set to channel 5 privacy code 32
will match a Rocky Talkie set to channel 5 privacy code 41. The privacy
codes for Rocky Talkies purchased after January 18, 2020 will match
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other common radios by default.
How will cold weather effect my Rocky Talkie?
Rocky Talkies were designed to operate in harsh conditions. They have
been thoroughly tested and can be reliably used down to -20˚F without
signicant loss in battery life. All Lithium-ion batteries experience
reduced life in cold weather, and temperatures below -20˚F can have
signicant eects on battery life. While the radios can be operated
down to -20˚F, make sure to only charge the radios at temperatures
between 0˚to 100˚F to not damage the battery.
What sports are the radios recommended for?
Rocky Talkies were specically designed for climbers, skiers, and hikers,
however they are recommended for any activity where close team
communication is critical. Rocky Talkie users have put the radios to
good use from mountain biking and adventure photography to base
jumping, and more.
Is the radio waterproof?
The Rocky Talkie is rated IP56. In practical terms this means the Rocky
Talkie is protected from rain, splashes, and snow. However it is not fully
waterproof, and should not be fully submerged in water.
How can I change between high and low power?
High power mode uses 2 Watts and low power mode uses 0.5 Watts.
You can tell if you are on high power or low power by the “H” or “L”
indicator on the screen. To switch between the two, hold down the
Volume + button for 2 seconds.
What is the warranty policy for Rocky Talkies?
The Rocky Talkie is backed by a 2 year warranty. See more about the
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warranty policy on RockyTalkie.com
Can I use a different charger to charge my radio?
We recommend using the charger that comes included with the
Rocky Talkie. However, radios can be charged with 5 Volt 1 Amp solar
chargers, and power banks can be used when necessary.
How long does it take to charge a Rocky Talkie?
To fully charge a Rocky Talkie from 0% to 100% battery it takes around
5 hours. An indicator light near the USB-C port shows red when the
radio is charging, and green indicates the radio is fully charged.
How many Rocky Talkies can I use together?
There is no limit to how many Rocky Talkies can be set on the same
channel. Keep in mind that only one radio can transmit on a given
channel at one time.
Can I purchase Rocky Talkies outside of the U.S?
At this time, Rocky Talkie is only shipping in the U.S.
I am an astronaut, will my Rocky Talkie work in outer space?
The rocky talkie has not been tested in zero gravity but the range in
outer space is going to be great.
Are the accessories safe to climb with?
The leash and its connecting clips should not be used for anything but
attaching to your Rocky Talkie. The small clips that come with the leash
are not intended for climbing or other weight bearing activities.
The ultralight carabiner that comes included with the Rocky Talkie is a
full strength rock climbing carabiner.
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Do I need a license to use Rocky Talkies?
The Rocky Talkie operates on FRS license-free frequencies and no
license is necessary.
What frequencies does the Rocky Talkie transmit and receive?
The radios transmit on FRS license free frequencies which range from
462 to 467 MHz. These frequencies are part of the Ultra High Frequency
band (UHF). See the user manual Channel Settings section for the
complete list of frequencies each channel uses.
My radio is on but won’t transmit?
Check the battery life of the radio (single press the power button). If the
radio is below 15% battery life, the battery is too low to transmit and
can only receive signals.
If the battery is not low, double check that the radio you are trying to
talk with is on the same channel. Next, make sure the radio you are
trying to transmit with is on the same privacy code. You will see CT lit
up if privacy codes are activated, and can check the number of privacy
code by double clicking the power button.
Does the radio have hands free mode?
No - our team determined that the performance of hands free mode
is not reliable enough for the tough environments in which the radio is
used.
How can I check my battery life?
Battery life can be checked when the radio is on by pressing the power
button once.
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Channel Frequency (MHZ) Power
1462.5625 2 watt
2462.5875 2 watt
3462.6125 2 watt
4462.6375 2 watt
5462.6625 2 watt
6462.6875 2 watt
7462.7125 2 watt
8467.5625 0.5 watt
9467.5875 0.5 watt
10 467.6125 0.5 watt
11 467.6375 0.5 watt
12 467.6625 0.5 watt
13 467.6875 0.5 watt
14 467.7125 0.5 watt
15 462.5500 2 watt
16 462.5750 2 watt
17 462.6000 2 watt
18 462.6250 2 watt
19 462.6500 2 watt
20 462.6750 2 watt
CHannel settings
Each channel on the Rocky Talkie is set to one of the 22 allowed FRS
frequencies. The rst 22 channels come preset with with no privacy
code activated. The rest of the 128 channels are preset with a privacy
code to make nding an open channel easier. Each channel’s power
settings is preset to conform with FRS regulations.
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Channel Frequency (MHZ) Power
21 462.7000 2 watt
22 462.7250 2 watt
23 462.5625 2 watt
24 462.5875 2 watt
25 462.6125 2 watt
26 462.6375 2 watt
27 462.6625 2 watt
28 462.6875 2 watt
29 462.7125 2 watt
30 467.5625 0.5 watt
31 467.5875 0.5 watt
32 467.6125 0.5 watt
33 467.6375 0.5 watt
34 467.6625 0.5 watt
35 467.6875 0.5 watt
36 467.7125 0.5 watt
37 462.5500 2 watt
38 462.5750 2 watt
39 462.6000 2 watt
40 462.6250 2 watt
41 462.6500 2 watt
42 462.6750 2 watt
43 462.7000 2 watt
44 462.7250 2 watt
45 462.5625 2 watt
46 462.5875 2 watt
47 462.6125 2 watt
48 462.6375 2 watt
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Channel Frequency (MHZ) Power
49 462.6625 2 watt
50 462.6875 2 watt
51 462.7125 2 watt
52 467.5625 0.5 watt
53 467.5875 0.5 watt
54 467.6125 0.5 watt
55 467.6375 0.5 watt
56 467.6625 0.5 watt
57 467.6875 0.5 watt
58 467.7125 0.5 watt
59 462.5500 2 watt
60 462.5750 2 watt
61 462.6000 2 watt
62 462.6250 2 watt
63 462.6500 2 watt
64 462.6750 2 watt
65 462.7000 2 watt
66 462.7250 2 watt
67 462.5625 2 watt
68 462.5875 2 watt
69 462.6125 2 watt
70 462.6375 2 watt
71 462.6625 2 watt
72 462.6875 2 watt
73 462.7125 2 watt
74 467.5625 0.5 watt
75 467.5875 0.5 watt
76 467.6125 0.5 watt
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Channel Frequency (MHZ) Power
77 467.6375 0.5 watt
78 467.6625 0.5 watt
79 467.6875 0.5 watt
80 467.7125 0.5 watt
81 462.5500 2 watt
82 462.5750 2 watt
83 462.6000 2 watt
84 462.6250 2 watt
85 462.6500 2 watt
86 462.6750 2 watt
87 462.7000 2 watt
88 462.7250 2 watt
89 462.5625 2 watt
90 462.5875 2 watt
91 462.6125 2 watt
92 462.6375 2 watt
93 462.6625 2 watt
94 462.6875 2 watt
95 462.7125 2 watt
96 467.5625 0.5 watt
97 467.5875 0.5 watt
98 467.6125 0.5 watt
99 467.6375 0.5 watt
100 467.6625 0.5 watt
101 467.6875 0.5 watt
102 467.7125 0.5 watt
103 462.5500 2 watt
104 462.5750 2 watt
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Channel Frequency (MHZ) Power
105 462.6000 2 watt
106 462.6250 2 watt
107 462.6500 2 watt
108 462.6750 2 watt
109 462.7000 2 watt
110 462.7250 2 watt
111 462.5625 2 watt
112 462.5875 2 watt
113 462.6125 2 watt
114 462.6375 2 watt
115 462.6625 2 watt
116 462.6875 2 watt
117 462.7125 2 watt
118 467.5625 0.5 watt
119 467.5875 0.5 watt
120 467.6125 0.5 watt
121 467.6375 0.5 watt
122 467.6625 0.5 watt
123 467.6875 0.5 watt
124 467.7125 0.5 watt
125 462.5500 2 watt
126 462.5750 2 watt
127 462.6000 2 watt
128 462.6250 2 watt
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Rocky Talkie / BCA / Motorola CTCSS Frequency (Hz)
O 0.0
167.0
271.9
374.4
477
579.7
682.5
785.4
888.5
991.5
10 94.8
11 97.4
12 100
13 103.5
14 107.2
15 110.9
16 114.8
17 118.8
PRIVACY CODEs
Rocky talkie privacy codes make it so that you can only hear other
radios on the same frequency and privacy codes settings. For
matching your privacy code to radios from most major radio brands,
match both the channel number and privacy code number (also known
as subchannel number). For other radios that do not conform to the
these standards, use the below chart to nd matching CTCSS and DCS
settings.
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Rocky Talkie / BCA / Motorola CTCSS Frequency (Hz)
18 123
19 127.3
20 131.8
21 136.5
22 141.3
23 146.2
24 151.4
25 156.7
26 162.2
27 167.9
28 173.8
29 179.9
30 186.2
31 192.8
32 203.5
33 210.7
34 218.1
35 225.7
36 233.6
37 241.8
38 250.3
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Rocky Talkie / BCA / Motorola DCS (Octal)
39 23
40 25
41 26
42 31
43 32
44 43
45 47
46 51
47 54
48 65
49 71
50 72
51 73
52 74
53 114
54 115
55 116
56 125
57 131
58 132
59 134
60 143
61 152
62 155
63 156
64 162
65 165
66 172
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Rocky Talkie / BCA / Motorola DCS (Octal)
67 174
68 205
69 223
70 226
71 243
72 244
73 245
74 251
75 261
76 263
77 265
78 271
79 306
80 311
81 315
82 331
83 343
84 346
85 351
86 364
87 365
88 371
89 411
90 412
91 413
92 423
93 431
94 432
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Rocky Talkie / BCA / Motorola DCS (Octal)
95 445
96 446
97 465
98 466
99 503
100 506
101 516
102 532
103 546
104 565
105 606
106 612
107 624
108 627
109 631
110 632
111 654
112 662
113 664
114 703
115 712
116 723
117 731
118 732
119 734
120 743
121 754
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