Radio Shack 2101848 14-Channel Family Radio Service User Manual revised

RadioShack Corporation 14-Channel Family Radio Service revised

Users Manual

1Two-WayPersonal Radio• 14 Channels• 200mW Output Power• No License Required!• Unique LCD Display• Dual-color LCDBacklight• Automatic Squelch• Call Button• Insects sound tones
2FeaturesFamily Radio Service (FRS) is a license-free, two-way, short-range voice radioservice that lets families and groups keep in touch with each other on specificreserved channels. This walkie talkie is recommended for children ages 6 to 13.Your RadioShack 14 Channel Personal FRS 2-Way Radio is a lightweight, palm-sized radio you can use to talk with another person who has a FRS radio set to thesame frequency as your radio.Your radio has auto-squelch, so you will not hear anything on a channel unlesssomeone is transmitting nearby on the same channel.Your radio has last channel memory retention. It automatically resumes on the lastchannel you monitored when you turn on the radio.Your radio’s display has a backlight that turns on for about 10 seconds when youpress the Up or Down key.Your radio’s other features include:14 Channels – provide clear communications for up to two miles.Key Beep – generate insect sound when you acknowledge call with key press.Channel Lock – allows the active channel to be locked for next use.
3Installing BatteriesYour radio requires 3 AAA alkaline batteries for power. For the best performanceand longest life, we recommend RadioShack batteries.Cautions:§ Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.§ Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (alkaline orrechargeable).1. Rotate VOL/OFF counterclockwise until it clicks to turn off the radio.2. Use a Philips screwdriver to loosen the screws in the battery door, then lift thedoor off.3. Install 3 AAA batteries according to the polarity symbols (+ and -) markedinside.4. Replace the cover and then rotate VOL/OFF clockwise until it clicks to turn onthe radio.5. The battery indicator [ ] on the bottom of the LCD display shows howmuch power remain. The battery indicator displayed the battery power in 4levels:[]Battery full[ ]Below 70% battery capacity[ ]Below 30% battery capacity[](Blinking) Battery depletedWarning: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. Batteriescan leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts.
4To Communicate1. Rotate VOL/OFF to turn the radio on and off and adjust the volume. When theradio is on, Battery Level indicator will show the state of the batteries.Note: If you do not press any button on the radio or the radio receives no signalafter 10 seconds, a built-in energy saving system switches on automatically toreduce power consumption and lengthen standby time.2. Slide switch up, the Bug’s wing will be opened automatically.3. Hold down PTT (Push-To-Talk) and speak into the microphone to transmit.Transmit icon [ ] appears. When you finish your transmission, release PTT.Note: If you hold down PTT continuously for about 2 minutes, the radio willassume the button is being pressed accidentally and the radio automaticallystops transmission to save power.Selecting ChannelTo manually select a channel, press Up or Down key. The selected channel numberappears as shown.Note: The channel number will scroll rapidly if you press and hold Up or Down key.
5FRS FrequenciesChannel No. Frequency(MHz) Channel No. Frequency(MHz)1462.5625 8467.56252462.5875 9467.58753462.6125 10 467.61254462.6375 11 467.63755462.6625 12 467.66256462.6875 13 467.68757462.7125 14 467.7125Call ToneHold down CALL to send a page to other FRS radios set to the same channel.Transmit icon [ ] appears and the call tone sounds. After you hold down CALL forabout 6 seconds, the tone stops. During call tone generation, the backlight willchange from green to Amber and then to Red. Finally, the Red color backlight willflash if the user is still holding the CALL key after Call tone generation wasterminated.Channel LockYou can lock the Up or Down key to prevent accidental changes of the channelnumber. The lock switch is located in the battery cabinet. If you press Up or Downkey during channel lock, the word LOCK [ ] will be scrolled in the LCD displayuntil the UP/DOWN key is released or the PTT/CALL key is pressed.Use of CarabinerYou can attach the carabiner provided to the “feeler” of your radio lug. Then you canhook your radio to your bag.CareKeep the radio dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store the radioonly in normal temperature environments. Handle the radio carefully; do not drop it.Keep the radio away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionallyto keep it looking new.
6Modifying or tampering with the radio’s internal components can cause amalfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC authorization tooperate it. If your radio is not performing as it should, take it to your localRadioShack store for assistance.FCC InformationImportant: Do not open your radio to make any internal adjustments. Your radio isset up to transmit a regulated signal on one of 14 assigned frequencies. It is illegalto alter or adjust the settings inside the radio to exceed those limitations. Anyadjustments to your radio must be made by a qualified technician using the propertest equipment.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 theinterference 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 theradio.This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that maycause undesired operation.NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
7and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore of the following measures:oo Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.oo Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.oo Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is needed.oo Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.SAFETY INFORMATIONYour wireless hand-held portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter.When the Push-to-Talk button is pushed it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. In August1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RFexposure guidelines with safety levels for hand-held wireless devices.IMPORTANT: To maintain compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines holdthe transmitter and antenna at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) from your face andspeak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away from the face. If youwear the handset on your body while using the headset accessory, use only thesupplied belt clip for this product and when transmitting, take it out of the belt toensure that the antenna is at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) from your body.Use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, orattachments could damage the transmitter and damage the transmitter and mayviolate FCC regulations.SpecificationsFrequency Range …………………………………………462.5625 – 467.7125MHzChannels ……………………………………………………………………………….14RF Output Power ………………………………………………………... 200mW ERPPower Supply ……………………………………………. 4.5VDC (3 x AAA Alkaline)Operation Temperature ………………………………….. -4 to 122 ºF (-20 to 50 ºC)Dimension (HWD)……..……………………………126mm(H)x58mm(W)x34mm(D)Weight …………………………………………………………………………….…90gSpecifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject tochange and improvement without notice.

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