Giant Electronics MSFGJ Two Way Radio with Weather Band User Manual T5025 R
Giant Electronics Ltd Two Way Radio with Weather Band T5025 R
Users Manual
MS560_Canada_EN.qxp:T5025_R 2/25/11 3:10 PM Page 1 Body-Worn Operation To maintain compliances with FCC/Health Canada RF exposure guidelines if you wear a radio on your body when transmitting always place the radio in a Motorola-supplied or approved clip holder, holster, case or body harness for this product. Use of non-Motorola-approved accessories may exceed FCC/Health Canada RF exposure guidelines. ® Two-Way Radio User’s Guide If you do not use one of the Motorola-supplied or approved body-worn accessories and are not using the radio held in the normal use position, ensure the radio and its antenna are at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from your body when transmitting. Data Operation If applicable, when using any data feature of the radio with or without an accessory cable, position the radio and its antenna at least one inch (2.5 cm) from the body. Approved Accessories 53724: Remote Speaker with Push-to-Talk Microphone 53725: Headset with Swivel Boom Microphone 53727: Earbud with Push-to-Talk Microphone 53728: Flexible Ear Receiver 56320: Earpiece with Boom Microphone 1. This device may not cause harmful interference; and MS560 Series This radio floats with included NiMH battery. It may not float with some AA batteries. For More Information For further information, you may call Motorola at 1-800-638-5119 in Canada, or e-mail us at giantintl@callcenter.com or visit us on the Internet at www.motorola.com. Safety and General Information Important Information on Safe and Efficient Operation Read This Information Before Using Your Radio. The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety information in user guides published prior to December 1, 2002. Transmit and Receive Procedure Your two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the general population/ uncontrolled environment exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedure: 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. IC Canada The term "IC:" before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. Facilities To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your radio in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy. Aircraft When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when onboard an aircraft. Any use of a radio must be in accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew instructions. Medical Devices – Pacemakers The Advanced Medical Technology Association recommends that a minimum separation of 6 inches (15 cm) be maintained between a handheld wireless radio and a pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. • Australian Communications Authority Radiocommunications (Electromagnetic Radiation—Human Exposure) Standard, 2003. • ANATEL ANNEX to Resolution No. 303 of July 2, 2002. • ANATEL ANNEX to Resolution No. 533 of September 10, 2009. To ensure optimal radio performance and make sure human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy is within the guidelines set forth in the above standards, always adhere to the following procedures. Portable Radio Operation and EME Exposure Antenna Care Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and may violate FCC regulations. Do NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the antenna affects its effective range. Using the Battery Charger (Optional Accessory) The battery charger provides drop-in charging convenience for NiMH batteries and can be placed on any flat surface, such as a desk or workbench. Charge the NiMH battery overnight (at least 16 hours) before using it for the first time. After the initial charge, an empty battery is fully charged within 14 hours. 1. Follow the steps above to install a NiMH Battery Pack. 2. Plug the AC power supply cord into the jack on the desk stand. 3. Plug the AC power supply into a standard wall outlet. 4. With a radio facing forward, slide it into one of the charging pockets. • When moving between hot and cold temperatures, do not charge the NiMH battery pack until the battery temperature acclimates (usually about 20 minutes). • ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 cm) from their pacemaker when the radio is turned ON. The pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those on the plug of the charger. For optimal battery life, remove the radio from the charger within 16 hours. Do not store the radio while connected to the charger. • If the radio is kept on while charging, the charging time will be extended. The extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. • The extension cord size is 18 AWG for lengths up to 100 feet, and 16 AWG for lengths up to 150 feet. Even though the charger is connected, you may not be able to transmit a message if the battery is completely empty . Allow time for the battery to charge to 1 bar before attempting to transmit a message. • When the radio is wet from rain or snow, thoroughly dry the surface before charging or removing the batteries. Medical Devices – Hearing Aids Some digital wireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives. Medical Devices – Other If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Safety and General Use While Driving Check the laws and regulations regarding the use of radios in the area where you drive, and always obey them. If you do use your radio while driving, please: • Give full attention to driving and to the road. • Use hands-free operation, if available. • The battery door must be tightly closed with the screw to maintain the waterproof seal of the radio. 8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of a fire and/or electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure that: Turn the radio OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place. Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range from 3 KHz to 300 GHz, 1999. • Notes • The light will remain red after the NiMH battery pack is fully charged. • • Remove the batteries before storing your radio for extended periods of time. Batteries corrode over time and may cause permanent damage to your radio. 7. Make sure the cord is located so it will not be stepped on, tripped over or subjected to damage or stress. To transmit (talk), press the Push to Talk (PTT) button. International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998. • 5. When charging in the battery charger, the red light on the charger base will glow continuously. To receive calls, release the PTT button. • Display Screen Guide Display Screen Guide 6. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Motorola may result in a risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury. • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1999 Edition. Notes • Exercise care when removing NiMH or AA batteries. Do not use sharp or conductive tools to remove either of these batteries. 5. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. • • 4. Close the battery cover and tighten the retaining screw on the battery door. 4. To reduce the risk of damage to the cord or plug, pull the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger from the AC receptacle. • American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992. 3. Gently remove each alkaline battery by easing each battery out individually. 3. Never alter the AC cord or plug provided with the unit. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. An improper condition can result in a risk of electric shock. Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference. • 2. With the back of the radio facing you, loosen the retaining screw on the battery door, release the battery cover and open the cover. 2. Do not operate or disassemble the charger if it has received a sharp blow, or has been dropped or damaged in any way. Not carry the radio in the breast pocket. United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47CFR part 2 sub-part J. Removing the Three AA Alkaline Batteries 1. Turn the radio off. 1. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow. • • 4. Close the battery cover and tighten the retaining screw on the battery door. Battery Charger Safety Instructions: Save these Instructions • Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy Your Motorola two-way radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and guidelines: Talk Range Your radio is designed to maximize performance and improve transmission range. Do not use the radios closer than five feet apart. (Low Battery Alert). 3. Remove the NiMH battery pack by pulling the ribbon attached to the radio. Batteries All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if a conductive material—like jewelry, keys or beaded chains— touch exposed terminals. The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse or other container with metal objects. Transmit no more than 50% of the time. Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because the radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring standards compliance). radio chirps periodically or after releasing 2. With the back of the radio facing you, loosen the retaining screw on the battery door to release the battery cover and open the cover. damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn can result. • • For maximum clarity, hold the radio two to three inches away from your mouth and speak directly into the microphone. Do not cover the microphone while talking. Removing the NiMH Battery Pack (Optional Accessory) 1. Turn the radio off. Blasting Caps and Areas To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your radio when you are near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area, or in areas posted “Turn off two-way radios”. Obey all signs and instructions. Exercise care when removing NiMH or AA batteries. Do not use sharp or conductive toolsButtons to remove either of these batteries. Control Radio Battery Meter The radio battery icon shows the battery charge level, from full to empty . When the radio has one segment left, the radio chirps • People with pacemakers should: • Control Buttons Date : SeptOperational 15, 2010 Cautions Model : MS350R Antennas Do not use any portable has a damaged antenna. If a Description : Line Arts radio forthat User Guide Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility Note: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed or otherwise configured for electromagnetic compatibility. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: KEM-ML36100-22 Note: The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above include fueling areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or particles (such as grain, dust or metal powders) and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often—but not always—posted. Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require. The use of a two-way radio while engaged in activities requiring concentration may cause distraction or otherwise impair your ability to safely participate in such activities. Always use technology safely. Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force. If a portable radio is placed in the air bag deployment area and the air bag inflates, the radio may be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle. Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. Only radio types that are especially qualified should be used in such areas as “Intrinsically Safe.” Do not remove, install or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. 9. The supply cord of the AC adaptor cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, call customer service at 1-800-638-5119 in Canada or e-mail us at giantintl@callcenter.com. Licensing Information Your Motorola radio operates on FRS & GMRS frequencies and in Canada is subject to the rules & regulations of Industry Canada (IC). IC requires no license when operated in Canada. In the USA, use of GMRS frequencies requires a radio license from the FCC before use. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola may void the user’s authority granted by the IC/FCC to operate this radio and should not be made. To comply with IC/FCC requirements, transmitter adjustments should be made only by or under the supervision of a person certified as technically qualified to perform transmitter maintenance and repairs in the private land mobile and fixed services as certified by an organization representative of the user of those services. Replacement of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor, etc.) not authorized by the IC/FCC equipment authorization for this radio could violate IC/FCC rules. Note: Use of this radio outside the country where it was intended to be distributed is subject to government regulations and may be prohibited. Getting Started Power Boost To boost your radio’s power up to high power, press the top portion of the button when talking. If you know your party is close by, you can conserve your battery’s energy by pushing the lower part of the button to use less power. Note: If you are on an FRS only channel (see Channels and Frequencies table) the radio will only use low power when either portion of the is pressed. Monitor Button Use the Monitor function to check if a channel is currently in use by others. For maximum range performance, the Monitor function will also help you to hear signals that are weak. To latch the Monitor function on, press and hold for three seconds. When an empty channel is located, you will hear continuous static and noise on that channel. To turn the Monitor function off, tap a second time or press Push to Talk Timeout Timer To prevent accidental transmissions and save battery life, the radio emits a continuous warning tone and stops transmitting if you press for 60 continuous seconds. Menu Options There are 10 options you may set to your preferences. Each press of the MENU key advances you to the next option setting. Press the or keys to change the setting. The menu will automatically close 5 seconds after the last press of any button. After the last menu item, the radio exits MENU mode and returns to operation of the radio. A press of the button while setting any menu option will immediately save all your settings and return to operation of the radio. All MENU settings will revert back to the factory default values if the battery is fully discharged or removed for more than 30 seconds. Menus and Values 1. Channel (1-22) 2. Interference Eliminator Code (1-121 or OFF) 3. Call Tone (1-10 or OFF) 4. iVOX (ON/OFF) 5. VOX sensitivity (1-3) 6. QT Noise Filtering (ON/OFF) 7. VibraCall (ON/OFF) 8. Keypad Tones (ON/OFF) 9. Talk Confirmation Tone (ON/OFF) 10. Auto Power Off (30/60/90 minutes or OFF) Selecting the Channel This radio has 22 channels. Channels are shared by other radio users and channel selection will vary based on your location. Select a channel that is not being used from the 22 available channels. Channels 8-14 are low power (FRS 0.5 watt). All other channels are GMRS. Waterproof This radio is waterproof to IP-67 standards. It will withstand submersion under up to 1 meter of water for up to 30 minutes. The radio is resistant to water, rain, and splashes only when the battery cover and headset accessory port are sealed. Open the battery compartment door or headset port cover only when the radio is dry. Use of a headset accessory should be in dry environments only. Attaching and Removing the Belt Clip 1. Attach belt clip to pocket or belt strap. When the radio is on a FRS 0.5 watt channel, is on a GMRS 1.5 watt channel, displays. 2. Align the belt clip post with the hole in the back of the radio. See the “Channels and Frequencies” tables on overleaf for details on channel frequencies. The charging base and AC adaptor are not waterproof. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow. Charge the radios only in a dry location. Do not place wet radios into the charging base. To Remove 1. Push down on the release tab at the top of the belt clip to release the catch. Installing the Batteries Radio floats with included NiMH battery. It may not float with some AA batteries. Each radio can use either 1 NiMH rechargeable battery pack or 3 AA alkaline batteries and beeps when the batteries are low. 2. Pull the belt clip away from the back of the radio. Installing NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack (Optional Accessory) 1. Turn the radio off. 2. With the back of the radio facing you, loosen the retaining screw on the battery door and open the cover. 3. Remove the NiMH battery pack from the clear plastic bag (do not disassemble or unwrap the battery pack). 4. Insert the NiMH battery pack with the diagram facing you. (The ribbon should be underneath the battery pack and should wrap around the right side of the pack for easy removal.) 5. Close the battery cover and tighten the retaining screw on the battery door. Installing the Three AA Alkaline Batteries 1. Turn the radio off. 2. With the back of the radio facing you, loosen the retaining screw on the battery door and open the cover. 3. Insert the three AA alkaline batteries with + and - polarity as shown inside. (The ribbon should be underneath the AA alkaline batteries and should wrap around the right side of the batteries.) 4. Close the battery cover and tighten the retaining screw on the battery door. Caution: Radio may not float with some AA batteries installed. 3. Gently push until the clip clicks in place. Turning your Radio On and Off In the ON position, the radio chirps and briefly shows all feature icons available on the radio. The display screen then shows the current channel, code and all features that are enabled. Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn the radio on. Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn the radio off. Setting the Volume Press and hold for three seconds, then press the you reach a comfortable listening level. The MS560 has 16 volume levels controlled by the 1. Press 2. Press 3. Hold or or keys until keys. to increase volume. to decrease volume. or to rapidly increase volume. Do not hold the radio close to your ear. If the volume is set to an uncomfortable level, it could hurt your ear. displays. When the radio 1. Press . The current channel setting flashes. 2. Press or 3. Press to save the channel setting or and select a channel. to continue set up. Selecting the Interference Eliminator Code This radio has 121 Interference Eliminator Code settings. When a channel is in use by 2 or more groups, this feature blocks the reception of signals that do not carry the matching tone or code. There are 121 privacy codes. 0 is the off position, no codes are enabled, and all users of that channel will be heard. See the ”Interference Eliminator Tone / Code Values” table on overleaf for details on tone frequencies and code values. 1. Press until the code starts to flash. 2. Press or 3. Press to save the code setting or to select the code. to continue set up. You can set a different code for each channel using this procedure. An extended press of or allows you to scroll rapidly so you can quickly reach the code you want. Note: You must set the Interference Eliminator Code to 0 to communicate with radios that do not have Interference Eliminator Codes. Setting and Transmitting Call Tones Talking and Listening To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel and Interference Eliminator Code. 1. To talk, press and hold Your radio can transmit different call tones to other radios in your group so you can alert them that you want to talk. Your radio has 20 call tones from which to choose. 2. When you are finished talking, release Continued on back MS560 Series MS560_Canada_EN.qxp:T5025_R 2/25/11 3:10 PM Page 2 Date : Jan 14, 2011 To set a call tone: Model : MS350R until the current call tone setting flashes and appears. 1. Press Description : Line Arts for User Guide or and hear the call tone. 2. Press Dateto: change Jan 14, 2011 toModel set the new call tone or to continue set up. 3. Press : MS350R call tone to other radiosArts set tofor the same and To transmit your : Line Userchannel Guide Description Interference Eliminator Code as your radio, press Note: Setting the call tone to 0 disables the call tone feature. Hands-Free Use Without Accessories ( You can use the iVOX feature to transmit hands-free without the need for any headset accessories. Once iVOX is turned on, the radio detects your voice and transmits when you speak into the internal microphone. 1. Press until On/Off will flash. 2. Press or 3. Press to set or appears on the display. The current setting to select On or Off. to continue set up. Hands-Free Use With Accessories ( You can transmit hands-free more reliably with the use of optional headset accessories. Once VOX is turned on, the radio detects your voice and transmits when you speak. Many accessories (sold separately) are available for your radio. For more information, visit our Web site at www.motorola.com or shop.giantintl.com. 1. Turn the radio off and plug the VOX accessory into the accessory port. Keypad Tones You may enable or disable the speaker key tones. You will hear the key tone each time a button is pushed. 1. Press until 2. Press either 3. Press appears. The current setting On/Off will flash. or to turn On or Off. to confirm or Transmit timeout alert tone Call tone Low battery alert tone or The transmitted talk confirmation tone until the 2. Press or 3. Press to set or appears. The current setting On/Off flashes. to turn On or Off. displays. The current setting (0, 30, 60 or 90) 2. Press or to set the time to 30 minutes, 60 minutes or 90 minutes. When this feature is activated, the will remain on the display. or . Lower the 3. Adjust the volume appropriately by pressing volume before placing the accessory on your head or in your ear. 3. When you exit the Menu mode, the timer will begin. If a button is pressed, or if there is an incoming signal, the timer will restart. 4. To turn off, simply remove accessory. 4. Press to confirm or to continue set up. Notes: • There is a short delay between the time you start talking and when the radio transmits. There is a short delay before the transmission is completed. The accessory port cover must be tightly in place to maintain the water tight seal of the radio. Date : Jan 14, 2011 Model : MS350R Description : Line Arts for User Guide Mode Setting the Sensitivity Level When in Adjusting the radio’s sensitivity level helps minimize the possibility of unintended noises triggering a transmission and helps the radio pick up soft voices. Weather Channel Frequency WX1 162.550 MHz WX7 162.525 MHz WX2 162.400 MHz Date : Jan 14, 2011 2011 : MS350R Date : Jan 14, Model WX3 162.475 MHz Model : MS350R 162.425 MHz Description : Line Arts forWX4User Guide Line Arts for User Guide Description WX5 162.450 MHz To restore the removed channel(s) to the scan list, turn the radio off WX8 161.650 MHz WX9 161.775 MHz WX10 161.750 MHz WX11 162.000 MHz and then back on, or exit and re-enter the scanning mode by pressing . 5. You cannot remove the home channel from the scan list. 6. In Advanced Scan, the detected code will only be used for one transmission. You must note the code, exit scan, and set that detected code on that channel to permanently use the detected code. Special Features Built-in Flashlight Press and hold the flashlight button to turn and keep the light on. The switch functions as a momentary control for the light. Note: Turn off the flashlight when not in use to conserve battery power. Weather Receiver FRS 462.5875 MHz GMRS/FRS 13 467.6875 MHz FRS 462.6125 MHz GMRS/FRS 14 467.7125 MHz FRS 462.6375 MHz GMRS/FRS 15 462.5500 MHz GMRS 462.6625 MHz GMRS/FRS 16 462.5750 MHz GMRS 462.6875 MHz GMRS/FRS 17 462.6000 MHz GMRS Note: EC weather radio stations are assigned to cover specific areas and service may be limited. 462.7125 MHz GMRS/FRS 18 462.6250 MHz GMRS Please check with your local weather office for frequency and details, or visit www.msc.ec.gc.ca/msb/weatheradio in Canada to view the appropriate transmitter for your area. 467.5625 MHz FRS 19 462.6500 MHz GMRS 467.5875 MHz FRS 20 462.6750 MHz GMRS This radio can tune in to broadcasts by the Environment Canada (EC) Weatheradio. You can listen to a weather channel (see “Weather Channels and Frequencies” table below) or set your radio to alert you to emergency weather broadcasts that interrupt routine broadcasts. When you listen to a weather channel, you cannot use your radio in scan mode or for two-way communications. Environment Canada has transmitters located throughout Canada. These transmitters broadcast watches, forecasts, and other information 24 hours a day. Turning Weather Channel Reception On and Off for 3 seconds. 1. To turn weather reception on, press and hold 2. To turn off, press or turn the radio off and then back on. 2. Press or 3. Press to set or 2. To unlock the radio, press and hold displayed. 3 = High Sensitivity for quiet environments 1 = Low Sensitivity for noisy environments Note: When you connect a headset, the radio is automatically set to the last chosen sensitivity level. QT Noise Filtering The QT noise-filtering feature helps to ensure uninterrupted communication with other Motorola radios that have this feature. This feature also filters out unwanted transmissions from other radios. This is useful in places where there is heavy radio traffic, such as amusement parks or ski resorts. Note : QT noise filtering is not available when the radio is scanning. To turn QT noise filtering on or off: 1. Press until QT displays. The current setting On/Off will flash. 2. Press or 3. Press to confirm your selection or to turn noise filtering On or Off. to continue set up. To transmit to a radio that has QT noise filtering turned on: 1. Select the same channel and Interference Eliminator Code as the other radio. 2. Press to send a call tone. This allows your voice to pass through the QT noise filter on the receiving radio. and speak normally. VibraCallTM Alert VibraCallTM is a vibrating alert that notifies you that your radio is receiving a message. This is useful in noisy environments. When the alert is on, the radio vibrates once every 30 seconds when you receive a message on the channel and code you set. until is displayed. The current setting will flash. 2. Press or 3. Press to set or to change the setting to On/Off. to continue set up. icon is no longer There is a priority feature and 2 modes of scanning (basic and advanced) to make your search more effective. The basic scan mode uses the channel and code combinations for each of the 22 channels as you have set them (or with the default code value of 1). The “Advanced Scan” mode will scan all channels for any and all codes, detect any code in use, and use that code value temporarily for that channel. Priority is given to the “home channel,” that is, the channel (and Interference Eliminator Code) your radio is set to when you start the scan. This means the initial channel (and code setting) is scanned more often than the other 21 channels, and your radio will respond quickly to any activity occurring on the home channel as a priority. To start Scanning: 1. Briefly press the key. The scan will appear in the display, and the radio will begin to scroll through the channel and code combinations. 2. When the radio detects channel activity matching the channel and code combination, it stops scrolling and you can hear the transmission. 3. To respond and talk to the person transmitting, press seconds after the end of the transmission. within five 4. The radio will resume scrolling through the channels five seconds after the end of any received activity. 5. To stop scanning, briefly press the Note: If you skip step 2, the beginning of your message may not be heard on the receiving radio. For a 30-second period, starting after the last transmission, all transmissions received on the selected channel and code will pass through the QT noise filter. 1. To turn vibrating alerts on, press 2. The scan icon will appear in the display, and the channel will scroll through the EC channels 1-7. Scanning Channels Use scan to search the 22 channels for transmissions from unknown parties, to find someone in your group who has accidentally changed channels, or to quickly find unused channels for your own use. 2 = Medium Sensitivity for most environments 3. Press until the key. To start Advanced Scanning: 1. Set the Interference Eliminator Code to “zero” or OFF. 2. Briefly press the key. The scan will appear in the display, and the radio will begin to scroll through the channels. No Interference Eliminator Codes will filter what is heard. 3. When the radio detects channel activity with ANY code (or NO code), it stops scrolling and you can hear the transmission. Any Interference Eliminator Code that may be in use by that party will be detected and displayed. 4. To respond and talk to the person transmitting, press within five seconds of the end of the transmission. The radio will transmit using the newly detected Interference Eliminator Code. 5. The radio will resume scrolling through the channels five seconds after the end of any received activity. 6. To stop scanning, briefly press the Description 467.6625 MHz other functions are locked. 1. Press and hold until to continue set up. Frequency 12 Keypad Lock icon displays. Description Channel 462.5625 MHz GMRS/FRS until VOX and the level setting (1 - 3) appear on the to select the sensitivity level. Channels and Frequencies Date : Jan 14, 2011 Scanning for the Weather Channel MS350R To avoid accidentally changing the radio settings, a keypad lock feature Model scan for an active EC transmission automatically. The radio:can may be enabled. When in lock mode, you can only turn the radio OFF, 1. After turning reception on, briefly the Guide key. Descriptionweather : Line Arts forpress User receive, transmit, send a call tone, and use the monitor function. All 1. Press display. 162.500 MHz WX6 Channel Frequency 2. Turn the radio on. VOX shows on the display. • Frequency to quit menu mode. Auto Power Off Your radio will save power by automatically turning itself off if unused after a predetermined amount of time. 1. Press until will flash. Weather Channel 3. If the radio repeatedly stops on an undesired transmission, you may temporarily remove that channel from the scan list by pressing and or for three seconds. You may remove more than one holding channel in this way. 4. Transmitting a Talk Confirmation Tone You can set your radio to transmit a unique tone when you finish transmitting. It is like saying “Roger” or “Over” to let others know you are finished talking. 1. Press Weather Channels and Frequencies 2. If the radio stops on an undesired transmission, you may immediately or resume the scan by briefly pressing to continue set up. Note: When the key tone feature is off, the following are not disabled: • • • • Scanning Notes: while the radio is scrolling through inactive 1. If you press channels, the transmission will be on the “home channel”. Scanning will resume five seconds after the end of your transmission. You may key to stop scanning at any time. press the 3. When the radio detects channel activity, it stops scanning and you can hear the transmission. 4. You may resume the scan by briefly pressing 5. To stop scanning, briefly press the disappear. or key. The scan icon will Setting the Weather Channel Manually If you know which frequency is correct for your location, refer to the "Weather Channels and Frequencies" table to manually set your radio to the appropriate weather channel: 1. After turning weather reception on, press . The current channel flashes. 2. Press or to select the appropriate channel with good reception in your area. 3. Press to save the weather channel setting. Setting the Weather Alert The radio can be set to respond to EC Weather Radio emergency messages. A special alarm tone sounds an alert and turns on the weather receiver to give you immediate weather and emergency information. 1. After turning weather reception on, press flashes. twice. ON or OFF 2. Press or to select ON to activate. If you activate the Weather Alert and return to two-way mode, will display. 3. Press to save the Weather Alert setting. 4. Press to return to two-way mode. 10 467.6125 MHz FRS 21 462.7000 MHz GMRS 11 467.6375 MHz FRS 22 462.7250 MHz GMRS INTERFERENCE ELIMINATOR TONE / CODE VALUES CODE (Hz) CODE (OCTAL) CODE (OCTAL) 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 67.0 71.9 74.4 77.0 79.7 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5 94.8 97.4 100.0 103.5 107.2 110.9 114.8 118.8 123.0 127.3 131.8 136.5 141.3 146.2 151.4 156.7 162.2 167.9 173.8 179.9 186.2 192.8 203.5 210.7 218.1 225.7 233.6 241.8 250.3 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 023 025 026 031 032 043 047 051 054 065 071 072 073 074 114 115 116 125 131 132 134 143 152 155 156 162 165 172 174 205 223 226 243 244 245 251 261 263 265 271 306 311 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 315 331 343 346 351 364 365 371 411 412 413 423 431 432 445 464 465 466 503 506 516 532 546 565 606 612 624 627 631 632 654 662 664 703 712 723 731 732 734 743 754 Warranty Consumer Two-Way Radio Products and Accessories purchased in Canada. What Does this Warranty Cover? Subject to the exclusions contained to the right, Giant International Ltd. warrants the Motorola branded consumer two-way radios that operate via Family Radio Service or General Mobile Radio Service that it manufactures (“Products”), the Motorola branded or certified accessories sold for use with these Products that it manufactures (“Accessories”) to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer usage for the period(s) outlined below. This limited warranty is a consumer’s exclusive remedy, and applies as follows to new Motorola branded Products and Accessories manufactured by Giant International Ltd., and purchased by consumers in Canada, which are accompanied by this written warranty: Who is covered? This warranty extends only to the first consumer purchaser, and is not transferable. What will GIANT INTERNATIONAL LTD. do? GIANT INTERNATIONAL LTD., at its option, will at no charge repair, replace or refund the purchase price of any Products or Accessories that does not conform to this warranty. We may use functionally equivalent reconditioned/ refurbished/ pre-owned or new Products, Accessories or parts. Products Covered Length of Coverage Products and Accessories as defined above, unless otherwise provided for below. One (1) year from the date of purchase by the first consumer purchaser of the product unless otherwise provided for below. 1. Consumer Two-Way Radio Accessories. 1. Ninety (90) days from the date of purchase by the first consumer purchaser of the product. 2. Products and Accessories that are Repaired or Replaced. 2. The balance of the original warranty or for ninety (90) days from the date returned to the consumer, whichever is longer. What Other Limitations Are There? ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, OTHERWISE THE REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER, AND IS PROVIDED IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OF IMPLIED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MOTOROLA OR GIANT INTERNATIONAL LTD. BE LIABLE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR ACCESSORY, OR FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE ABILITY OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS OR ACCESSORIES TO THE FULL EXTENT THESE DAMAGES MAY BE DISCLAIMED BY LAW. Some states and jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the length of an implied warranty, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or from one jurisdiction to another. Exclusions Normal Wear and Tear. Periodic maintenance, repair and replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear are excluded from coverage. Batteries. Only batteries whose fully charged capacity falls below 80% of their rated capacity and batteries that leak are covered by this limited warranty. Abuse & Misuse. Defects or damage that result from: (a) improper operation, storage, misuse or abuse, accident or neglect, such as physical damage (cracks, scratches, etc.) to the surface of the product resulting from misuse; (b) contact with liquid, water, rain, extreme humidity, heavy perspiration, when the battery door or accessory port seals are not closed, sand, dirt or the like, extreme heat, or food; (c) use of the Products or Accessories for commercial purposes or subjecting the Product or Accessory to abnormal usage or conditions; or (d) other acts which are not the fault of Motorola or Giant International Ltd., are excluded from coverage. Use of Non-Motorola branded Products and Accessories. Defects or damage that result from the use of Non-Motorola branded or certified Products or Accessories or other peripheral equipment are excluded from coverage. Unauthorized Service or Modification. Defects or damages resulting from service, testing, adjustment, installation, maintenance, alteration, or modification in any way by someone other than Motorola, Giant International Ltd. or its authorized service centers, are excluded from coverage. Altered Products. Products or Accessories with (a) serial numbers or date tags that have been removed, altered or obliterated; (b) broken seals or that show evidence of tampering; (c) mismatched board serial numbers; or (d) nonconforming or non-Motorola branded housings, or parts, are excluded from coverage. Communication Services. Defects, damages, or the failure of Products or Accessories due to any communication service or signal you may subscribe to or use with the Products or Accessories is excluded from coverage. How to Obtain Warranty Service or Other Information? To obtain service or information, please call: Canada Two-Way Radios 1-800-638-5119 giantintl@callcenter.com For Accessories, please call the telephone number designated above for the product with which they are used. Patent and Copyright Information Manufactured, distributed or sold by Giant International Ltd., official licensee for this product. MOTOROLA, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS and the Stylized M Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC and are used under license. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2011 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved. You will receive instructions on how to ship the Products or Accessories at your expense, to a GIANT INTERNATIONAL LTD. Authorized Repair Center. To obtain service, you must include: (a) a copy of your receipt, bill of sale or other comparable proof of purchase; (b) a written description of the problem; (c) the name of your service provider, if applicable; (d) the name and location of the installation facility (if applicable) and, most importantly; (e) your address and telephone number. key. MS560 Series
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