Uniden PMR1188-2CK User manual

PMR1188-2CK
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*Range may vary depending on environmental and/or topographical conditions.
• 8 PMR Channels
• 121 Sub Codes
(CTCSS Tone and DCS Code)
• Up to 10 Km Range*
• Internal VOX Circuitry
• 5 Selectable Call Tone Alerts
• Backlit LCD Display
• Optional Headset Accessories
• Headset Jack
1 Antenna
2 PTT (Push-To-Talk) Button
3 Monitor Button
4 Channel Up/Down key
5 Call/Lock Key
6 Headset Jack
7 DC IN 9V
8 Menu/Power key
9 Volume Up/Down key
10 Microphone
11 Speaker
12 Battery Level Meter
13 Receive Indicator
14 Call Indicator
15 Scan Indicator
16 Transmit Indicator
17 Volume Setting Indicator
18 Keypad Lock Indicator
19 VOX Indicator
20 Channel Indicator
21 Sub Code Indicator
22 Charging Contacts
Congratulations on your purchase of the the PMR
(Private Mobile Radio) waterproof radio. This
lightweight, palm-sized, radio is a state-of-the-art
device, equipped with many valuable features. Use
it at sporting events, to stay in contact with family
and friends, hiking, skiing, outdoors, or in a
neighborhood watch for vital communication - even
outside by the pool!
Your radio complies with JIS4 water-proof
standards, which means the radio is resistant
to damage from light rain or water spray from
all sides.
• The radio will only meet this rating if fully
assembled and all rubber seals and the jack
cover is well maintained and correctly fitted. This
means that the Headset plug is not inserted, and
the Headset jack cover and the battery pack are
attached and securely fastened.
Note: If your radio is exposed to salt water, clean
your radio thoroughly with a small amount of fresh
water (do not submerse it) , and dry it before
turning it on.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Your package contains:
Two radios
Two rechargeable NiMH battery packs
One AC adapter
One dual charging cradle
Two belt clips
This reference guide
INSTALL THE BATTERY
Your radio uses a supplied NiMH battery pack.
To install the NiMH battery pack:
1) Make sure your radio is OFF.
2) Release the battery latch at the bottom of the
radio, and remove the cover.
3) Install the NiMH battery pack into the battery
compartment. Be certain to follow the
instructions written on the label on the battery
pack. Installing the battery pack incorrectly will
prevent the unit from operating.
4) Before placing the battery cover back on the
radio, check the rubber seal around the battery
compartment and the ribbon of the battery pack:
make sure that the seal is in good condition and
that there is no foreign matter under the seal.
5) Replace the battery compartment door.
Note: If the rubber seal appears worn, nicked, or
dried out, replacement seals are available from
www.uniden.com or call 1-800-554-3988 during
business hours.
USING THE RADIO
• Roger Beep
• Battery Charger
• Battery Level Meter
• Channel Monitor
• Channel Scan
• Keypad Lock
• DC IN 9V Jack
BATTERY LEVEL AND LOW BATTERY
ALERT
This unit has a battery level meter on the display to
indicate the status of the batteries. When the
battery in the unit is low, the battery level meter
icon flashes. Recharge the NiMH battery
pack immediately.
Warning! To avoid the risk of personal injury or
property damage from fire or electrical shock, only
use the accessories specifically designated for this
product.
PMR1188-2CK RADIO
CHARGING THE RADIO
• For fastest charging, turn off the radio before
charging.
• Battery must be installed for operation, even from
external power.
• If battery power is low, you cannot operate the
radio even using external power. Allow the
batteries to charge before using. If you try to
transmit while power is low, the radio will
automatically turn off.
Warrning!
• The charging cradle is not waterproof. If the
charging cradle falls into water, unplug it before
attempting to remove it from the water. Allow the
cradle to dry completely before reconnecting the
power.
• Wipe off dirt or shake water from your radio
before placing in the charging cradle if your radio
is soiled or wet.
USING A HEADSET
You can use a Uniden headset for more private
communications. To use a headset, lift the rubber
cover from over the headset jack, then plug in the
headset.
Important: Your radio is not waterproof when
using a headset jack. When you remove the headset,
be sure to fully press the jack cover into place to
restore its waterproof capability.
Your radio can be charged directly or by using the
supplied charging cradle.
Make sure to turn the radio OFF before placing
the radio in the charging cradle.
Charge by Using the Radio
1) Connect the optional DC adapter to DC IN 9V
jack of the radio and to a cigarette lighter port.
2) Charge the battery pack for 16 hours until the
battery indicator stops flashing.
Using the Charging Cradle
1) Connect the AC adapter to DC IN 9V jack and to
a standard AC wall outlet.
2) Set the charging cradle on the desk or tabletop,
and place the radio in the charging cradle with
the keypad facing forward.
3) Make sure that the LED illuminates. Charge the
battery pack for 16 hours and remove the radio
from the charging cradle after charging.
Note:
• DC IN 9V Jack of the radio is for charge only.
Be sure to install the battery before charge.
• Use only the supplied battery and AC adapter or
approved accessories.
• Charge time may vary depending on the battery
life remaining.
In order to get the most out of your new radio, read
this reference guide completely before attempting to
operate the unit.
Turning the Radio On and Adjusting the Volume
1) Press and hold the MENU/ key to turn the
radio ON, and increase the speaker volume by
pressing the VO key. To decrease the volume,
press the VO key.
2) Press and hold the MENU/ key again to turn
the radio OFF.
Adjusting the Sound (Key Beeps)
Your radio emits a beep each time one of the keys
(except for the PTT button and CALL key) is
pressed.
To turn this sound OFF:
1) Enter the MENU/ . Advance through the Menu
until the bp icon appears on the display. The
current sound status y(ON) blinks on the display.
2) To switch the sound from y(ON) to n(OFF),
press the CH key.
3) To confirm the setting, press the MENU/ key.
To turn this sound ON:
1) Enter the MENU/ . Advance through the Menu
until the bp icon appears on the display. The
current sound status n(OFF) blinks on the
display.
2) To switch the sound from n(OFF) to y(ON),
press the CH key.
3) To confirm the setting, press the MENU/ key.

Channels 8 channels
Sub Codes 38 Sub-Audible Tones
83 DCS Codes
Power Source NiMH Battery Pack
Range Up to 10 Km
Battery Life 14 Hours typ. -
NiMH Battery Pack
(5/5/90 duty cycle)
SPECIFICATIONS
2) To switch the sound from y(ON) to n(OFF),
press the CH key.
3) To confirm the setting, press the MENU/ key.
To turn this sound ON:
1) Enter the MENU/ . Advance through the Menu
until the rb icon appears on the display. The
current sound status n(OFF) blinks on the
display.
2) To switch the sound from n(OFF) to y(ON),
press the CH key.
3) To confirm the setting, press the MENU/ key.
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Choosing a Channel
Your radio has 8 channels and 121 Sub codes you
can use to talk to others. In order to speak to
someone, each of you must be set to the same
channel and Sub code.
To choose a channel:
1) Press CH or key to enter the channel
select mode. The channel indicator flashes.
2) Then press CH or key to increase or
decrease the channel number displayed.
•To change the channel continuously, press and
hold CH or key for more than 1 second in
channel select mode.
3) To set a desired channel, press MENU/ key.
Choosing a Sub Code
Each of the channels 1-8 may have any one of
the codes, OFF or 1-121 selected. Code oF (OFF)
indicates no Sub code selected and your radio can
receive a signal regardless of the code settings of
the transmitting radio.
1) Press MENU/ key.
2) Press the CH or key to increase or
decrease the code number displayed. You can
also select oF (OFF) at this stage.
3) Press MENU/ key.
Channel Scan Feature
Your radio has a channel scan feature that allows
you to easily scan all 8 channels. When an active
channel is detected, the radio pauses on that
channel until the channel is clear. Then, after a 2
second delay, the radio continues scanning.
Pressing the PTT button while the scan is paused
on a channel allows you to transmit on that channel.
To turn ON channel scan:
Press MENU/ key twice. The scan... icon and
oF(OFF) blink. Press CH key to select on, and then
press MENU/ key. The channel number changes as
the radio rapidly cycles through the channels.
To turn OFF channel scan:
Press the CALL/ , PTT, MENU/ key.
Talking on Your Radio
To talk to others using the radio:
1) Press and hold the PTT button and speak in a
clear, normal voice about 2-3 inches away from
the microphone. While you are transmitting, the
icon appears on the display. To avoid cutting
off the first part of your transmission, pause
slightly after pressing the PTT button before you
start talking.
2) When you have finished speaking, release the
PTT button. You can now receive incoming calls.
While receiving, the icon appears on the
display.
Note: If PTT or VOX is continuously used, 1 minute
after you start using the feature the transmission
stops and you hear a timeout error tone.
Monitor Mode Feature
Your radio allows you to listen for weak signals on
the current channel at the press of a key.
To turn ON the Monitor Mode:
•For brief listening, press MON button. The
icon blinks.
•Press and hold MON button for 2 seconds until
two beeps sound for continuous listening. The
receiver circuit stays open, letting both the noise
and weak signals be heard.
To turn OFF Monitor Mode:
Press MON button to return to "Normal" mode,
and the icon stops blinking and disappears.
Navigating through the Menu
Use the MENU key to access your radio's
advanced functions.
1) To enter the Menu, press the MENU/ key.
2) Additional presses of the MENU/ key
advance you through the Menu until exiting to
"Normal" operating mode.
3) Other methods of exiting the Menu function are:
a. Press and hold the MENU/ key again.
b. Press the PTT, MON, or CALL/ key
c. Wait 10 seconds until the unit automatically
returns to “Normal” mode.
Voice Operated Transmission
Your radio is equipped with a user selectable Voice
Operated Transmitter (VOX) that can be used for
automatic voice transmissions. The VOX feature is
designed to be used with a headset with a
microphone. Transmission is initiated by speaking
into the remote microphone instead of pushing the
PTT button.
To select the VOX level:
1) Enter the Menu. Advance through the Menu until
the vox icon blinks on the display. The current
level (OFF, 1-5) will be indicated. Level oF (OFF)
disables VOX, while levels 1-5 set the sensitivity
of the VOX circuit.
2) Press either the CH or key to the desired
VOX sensitivity level. Use level 1 for increased
sensitivity to voice in normally quiet environments ,
and use a higher level to reduce undesired
activation in very noisy environments.
ON,
OFF
SCAN
Mode
Sub Code
Setting
Start
Scanning
Sub Code
Change
Roger
Beep
Beep
Tone
ON,
OFF
1-5
Call
Tone
OFF,
1-5
VOX
Level
Transmitting a Call Tone
Your radio is equipped with 5 selectable call tones
that are transmitted when the CALL/ key is
pressed.
To select a call tone:
1) Enter the Menu. Advance through the Menu until
the call icon appears on the display. The current
call tone number (1-5) is indicated.
2) Press the CH or key to increase or
decrease the number to the desired call tone.
Each tone will be heard through the speaker.
To transmit the selected call tone, press the CALL/
key. The selected tone will automatically be
transmitted for a fixed length of time. Call Tone will
be cancelled when the PTT button is pressed.
Key Lock
Press and hold the CALL/ key until the the
icon appears.
To exit Keylock on mode, press and hold MENU/
key again.
Note:
• While in keylock on mode, you can still use
theradio to receive transmissions, use CALL,
VO or , PTT and MON.
• To turn the radio off and on, exit keylock on
mode.
Automatic Power Save Feature
Your radio has a unique circuit designed to
dramatically extend the life of the batteries. If there
is
no transmission nor an incoming call within 3
seconds, your radio switches to the Power Save
mode. The radio is still able to receive
transmissions in this mode.
LCD Backlight
The LCD Backlight automatically turns ON when
any key (except the PTT button) is pressed. The
LCD illuminates for 10 seconds before turning OFF.
Roger Beep
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 both Roger beep and Key Beep are set to
ON. When Roger beep is set to ON and Key Beep
OFF, Roger Beep will not be heard from the
speaker but it will be transmitted to your party.
When Roger Beep is set to OFF, Roger Beep
neither be heard nor transmitted.
To turn OFF Roger Beep:
1) Enter the MENU/ . Advance through the Menu
until the rb icon appears on the display. The
current sound status y(ON) blinks on the
display.