Radio Shack 210-1855 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL — Please read before using this equipment.
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All Rights Reserved.
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14 Channel Personal FRS 2-Way Radio
RadioShack welcomes you to the next generation of per-
sonal communication — the Family Radio Service (FRS).
FRS is a new license-free, two-way, short-range voice ra-
dio service that lets families and groups keep in touch with
each other on specific reserved channels.
Your RadioShack 14 Channel Personal FRS 2-Way Radio
is a lightweight, palm-sized radio that you can carry almost
everywhere and use to talk with another person who has a
FRS radio set to the same frequency as your radio.
Your radio has auto-squelch, which means you will not
hear anything on a channel unless someone is transmit-
ting nearby on the same channel. You can turn off auto-
squelch to hear weaker, distant transmissions.
Your radio has last channel memory retention. It automati-
cally resumes on the last channel you monitored when you
turn on the radio.
You can connect an optional speaker/microphone and
earphone (neither supplied, available at your local Ra-
dioShack store) to the radio.
Your radio’s other features include:
14 Channels — provide clear communications for up to
two miles.
4 User-Selectable Call Signals — lets you select the
alert tone.
Channel Scan — can be used to find other FRS users.
A QUICK LOOK AT YOUR RADIO
INSTALLING BATTERIES
Your radio requires three AA alkaline or rechargeable bat-
teries for power. For the best performance and longest life,
we recommend RadioShack batteries.
Cautions:
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and rec-
ommended type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of
batteries (alkaline or rechargeable), or rechargeable
batteries of different capacities.
Follow these steps to install batteries.
1. Rotate VOL/OFF fully counterclockwise to turn off the
radio, then slide off the battery compartment cover.
2. Slide CHARGE OFF/ON inside the battery compart-
ment to OFF (for alkaline batteries) or ON (for Ni-Cd or
Ni-MH rechargeable batteries).
PTT
(Push To Talk)
MON
(Monitor)
CALL
MODE
VOL/OFF
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Warning: Never install non-rechargeable batteries
when CHARGE OFF/ON is set to ON. Non-recharge-
able batteries can get hot or explode if you try to
recharge them.
3. Install three AA batteries according to the polarity
symbols (+ and –) marked inside.
4. Replace the cover.
As you use the radio, the battery icon’s elements ( ) dis-
appear to show how much power remains. When only one
element remains, replace alkaline batteries or recharge
Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries.
Warning: Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly.
Do not burn or bury them.
Caution: If you do not plan to use the radio for a month or
longer, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals
that can destroy electronic parts.
Recharging Ni-Cd or Ni-MH Batteries
Warning: Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries.
Non-rechargeable batteries can get hot or explode if you
try to recharge them.
If you use rechargeable Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries, you can
recharge them in the radio using an optional AC or DC
adapter (both available at your local RadioShack store).
The radio’s DC jack is only for charging Ni-Cd or Ni-MH
batteries. Connecting an adapter will not power the radio.
You can recharge Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries inside the ra-
dio using a 9V, 100 mA AC or DC adapter and a size H
Adaptaplug™ connector (neither supplied). Both adapters
and Adaptaplug are available at your local RadioShack
store.
Cautions:
• You must use a power source that supplies 9V DC
and delivers at least 100 mA. Its center tip must be
set to positive and its plug must fit the radio’s DC jack.
Using an adapter that does not meet these specifica-
tions could damage the radio or adapter.
• Always connect the adapter to the radio before you
connect it to an external power source (such as an
AC outlet or a vehicle cigarette-lighter socket). When
you finish, disconnect the adapter from the power
source before you disconnect it from the radio.
Follow these steps to connect an adapter to the radio.
1. Rotate VOL/OFF fully counterclockwise to turn off the
radio, then slide off the battery compartment cover.
2. Set CHARGE OFF/ON to ON.
3. Attach the Adaptaplug to the adapter so TIP reads
positive (+).
4. Connect the charger’s barrel plug to the radio’s DC
jack and plug its other end into a standard AC outlet
or 12V power source.
Complete charging takes about 10 hours. When charging
is complete, unplug the AC or DC adapter from the power
source, then disconnect it from the radio’s DC jack.
Note: Ni-MH batteries take longer to charge than Ni-Cd
batteries.
Important: The EPA certified RBRC®Bat-
tery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium
(Ni-Cd) battery indicates RadioShack is vol-
untarily participating in an industry program
to collect and recycle these batteries at the
end of their useful life, when taken out of service in the
United States or Canada. The RBRC program provides a
convenient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd batteries into
the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be ille-
gal in your area. Please call 1-800-THE-SHACK (1-800-
843-7422) for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and
disposal bans/restrictions in your area. RadioShack’s in-
volvement in this program is part of the company’s com-
mitment to preserving our environment and conserving our
natural resources.
OPERATION
1. Rotate VOL/OFF to turn the radio on and off and adjust
the volume. When the radio is on, the power indicator
flashes.
Note: If you do not press any button on the radio or
the radio receives no signal after about 10 seconds, a
built-in energy saving system will switch on automati-
cally which further reduces the power consumption
and significantly lengthens standby time.
2. Hold down CALL to send a page to other FRS radios
set to the same channel. TX appears on the display
and the call tone sounds. After you hold down CALL
for about 6 seconds, the tone stops.
3. Hold down PTT and speak into the microphone to
transmit. TX appears on the display. When you finish
your transmission, release PTT.
Note: After you hold down PTT for about 2 minutes,
the radio automatically stops your transmission to
save power.
4. Hold down MON (monitor) to hear everything on a
channel, even weak transmissions. Release MON to
turn auto-squelch back on.
You can connect an optional microphone or speaker with
a 3/32-inch (2.5 mm) mini plug and a 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) plug
to the MIC/EAR jacks.
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Selecting a Channel
To manually select a channel, press 8
88
8or 9
99
9. The select-
ed channel number appears.
1. To scan through the channels, press MODE once:
SCAN flashes on the display and a beep sounds.
2. Press 8
88
8or 9
99
9. The radio automatically scans
through the channels and stops on an active channel
until it is free again. Press MODE, PTT, or CALL to stop
scanning.
Note: The radio continues to scan through channels if
you do not press any buttons.
FRS Frequencies
Selecting Call Tone
Press MODE twice. flashes on the display. Then press
8
88
8or 9
99
9to select one out of four different call tones.
Press MODE to return to standby mode.
Using Key Lock
You can lock the MODE, 8
88
8, and 9
99
9keys. Hold down
MODE for about 1 second to lock or unlock the keys.
appears when the keys are locked.
Using the Belt Clip
To use the supplied belt clip, insert the clip into the socket
at the back of the radio until it clicks. To remove the clip,
press the button at the top of the radio and pull out the clip.
Using the Wrist Strap
You can attach the supplied wrist strap to the radio. Slide
the wrist strap’s small loop under the bar at the back of the
radio. You might need to use a small screwdriver or a
straightened paper clip to do this. Then pull the strap’s
large loop through the small loop.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
To enjoy your radio for a long time:
• Keep the radio dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immedi-
ately.
• Use and store the radio only in normal temperature
environments.
• Handle the radio gently and carefully. Do not drop it.
• Keep the radio away from dust and dirt.
• Wipe the radio with a damp cloth occasionally to keep
it looking new.
Modifying or tampering with the radio’s internal compo-
nents can cause a malfunction and invalidate its warranty
and avoid your FCC authorization to operate it. If your ra-
dio is not performing as it should, take it to your local Ra-
dioShack store for assistance.
FCC Information
Important: Do not open your radio to make any internal
adjustments. Your radio is set up to transmit a regulated
signal on one of 14 assigned frequencies. It is against the
law to alter or adjust the settings inside the radio to exceed
those limitations. Any adjustments to your radio must be
made by a qualified technician using the proper test equip-
ment.
To be safe:
• Never open your radio’s case.
• Never change or replace anything in your radio
except the batteries.
Your radio might cause TV or radio interference even
when it is operating properly. To determine whether your
radio is causing the interference, turn it off. If the interfer-
ence goes away, your radio is causing it. Try to eliminate
the interference by:
• moving your radio away from the receiver
• calling your local RadioShack store for help
If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires
that you stop using the radio.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules . Oper-
ation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This de-
vice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Channel
No. Frequency (MHz) Channel No. Frequency (MHz)
1 462.5625 8 467.5625
2 462.5875 9 467.5875
3 462.6125 10 467.6125
4 462.6375 11 467.6375
5 462.6625 12 467.6625
6 462.6875 13 467.6875
7 462.7125 14 467.7125
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Printed in China
RadioShack
A Division of Tandy Corporation
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Range .............................................................................................................................................. 462.5625 – 467.7125 MHz
Channels ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
RF Output Power ................................................................................................................................................................... 500 mWERP
Power Supply ..................................................................................................................................................... 4.5 VDC (3 ×AA Alkaline)
Operation Temperature ...................................................................................................................................... –4 to 122°F (–20 to 50°C)
Dimensions (HWD).................................................................................................................................................... 43/16 ×21/2×11/4inch
(106.3 ×63.7 ×32.1 mm)
Weight ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 45/16 oz
(122g)
Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.
Limited Ninety-Day Warranty
This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workman-
ship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-
owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED
HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES
CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABIL-
ITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RE-
SPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE
OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WAR-
RANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVE-
NIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN AD-
VISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limita-
tion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to
you.
In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack
sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, un-
less otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and
labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase
price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the prop-
erty of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of
warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the
original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the
expiration of the warranty period.
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse,
accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or
maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs
other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as
fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs
of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102
We Service What We Sell
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