User manual UNIDEN GMR855-2CK REFERENCE GUIDE

[. . . ] If there is no transmission nor an incoming call within 3 seconds, your radio switches to the Power Save mode. LCD Backlight The LCD backlight will automatically turn ON when any key (except for the PTT and Power boost button) is pressed. Monitor Mode Feature Your GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK radio allows you to listen for weak signals on the current channel at the press of a key. To turn ON the monitor mode: · Press mon for brief listening, the icon will blink. [. . . ] When an active channel is detected, the unit will pause on that channel until the channel is clear. Pressing the PTT or Power boost button while the Scan is paused on a channel will allow you to transmit on that channel. To turn ON channel scanning: Press and hold either the ch/scan L or M key until the scan icon is displayed. The channel number on the display will change as the radio rapidly cycles through the channels. * Range may vary depending on environmental and/or topographical conditions. FCC GMRS LICENSE The GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK radio operates on the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies which require a Federal Communication Commission license to operate. For licensing information and application forms, visit the FCC online at: www. fcc. gov/wtb/uls or call the FCC hotline at 1-800-418-3676. If you have any questions you can contact the FCC direct at 1-888-225-5322. GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK RADIO INSTALL THE BATTERIES Your GMR855-2/GMR855-2CK radio uses 4 AAA alkaline batteries or NiMH battery pack (included in GMR855-2CK only). If alkaline batteries are used, we recommend using high quality alkaline batteries. To install the 4 AAA alkaline batteries or Ni-MH battery: 1) Make sure your radio is OFF. 2) Remove the battery compartment door by pressing up the tab at the bottom of the compartment door allowing the door to be removed. 3) Install 4 AAA alkaline batteries (not included) into the battery compartment. If you use Ni-MH battery, install the battey making the label faced up. Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit from operating. 4) Replace the battery compartment door. USING THE RADIO 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 sel/ key to turn the unit ON, and increase the speaker volume by pressing the volume L key. Adjusting the Sound (Key Beeps) Your radio emits a beep each time one of the buttons or keys (except for the PTT and Power boost button, and call key) are pressed. To turn this sound OFF, press and hold call key while turning ON the radio. Repeat this step to turn the sound ON. 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. To avoid cutting off the first part of your transmission, pause slightly after pressing the PTT button before you start talking. Note: When you press the Power boost button, boost and icon appear on the display. The radio will transmit Maximum power when a GMRS channel is selected. After one minute past when the boost transmission is established, the transmission stops automatically, and you will hear a boost time out error tone. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Antenna PTT (Push-To-Talk) Button Power boost Button Monitor Key Channel/Scan Up Key Channel/Scan Down Key Speaker Call Key Volume Up Key On/off/select Key Volume Down Key Microphone 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Battery Level Meter Receive Indicator Scan Indicator Channel Indicator Power Boost Indicator Volume Setting Indicator GMRS/FRS Indicator Transmit Indicator Call Indicator Keypad Lock Indicator Charging LED's UT917ZH_GMR855-2/2CK_rev0206 2/6/04 4:18 PM Page 2 SPECIFICATIONS Channels 15 GMRS / 7 FRS Operating Frequency UHF 462. 5500467. 7125 MHz Power Source 4 AAA Alkaline Batteries or NiMH Battery Pack Range Channels 8-14 up to 3 miles Channels 1-7, 15-22 up to 6 miles (8 miles with Power boost button) Battery Life 25 Hours typ. - NiMH Battery Pack FCC INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. [. . . ] Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is void outside the United States of America and Canada. PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after following the instructions in the owner's manual you are certain that the Product is defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its original packaging). [. . . ]