TTI GMRS7015 FRS/GMRS COMBINATION User Manual GMRS7015RC 070204

TTI International Limited FRS/GMRS COMBINATION GMRS7015RC 070204

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USERS MANUAL

xxx-xxxx1 of 28General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)Model : GMRS7015RCCustomer Service1-800-290-6650Draft 02-15 -07Owner's ManualHI LO RXDWVOXSCANSCANNERSCANNERMODEVOXS
xxx-xxxx2 of 282THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCCRULES.OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWINGTWO CONDITIONS:(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTER-FERENCE, AND(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCERECEIVED,INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UN-DERSIRED OPERATION.
xxx-xxxx3 of 28CAUTIONSAFETY INFORMATIONYour wireless hand-held portable transceiver contains a low powertransmitter. When the PTT button is pushed (or the VOX mode is enabled)it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The device is authorized to operateat a duty factor not to exceed 50%. In August 1996, the FederalCommunications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelineswith safety levels for hand-held wireless devices.Important: To maintain compliance with the FCC’ s RF exposure guidelineshold the transmitter at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) from yourface and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed upand away. If you wear the handset on your body while using theheadset accessory, use only the Audiovox supplied carry clipfor this product and ensure that the antenna is at least 1 inch(2.5 centimeters) from your body when transmitting. Use onlythe supplied antenna. Do not use your transceiver with adamaged antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, orattachments could damage the transmitter and may violateFCC regulations.Performance:Your transceiver will only achieve its maximum operating range whencommunicating with other transceivers across open and flat areas orbetween elevated points. Normally occurring environmental factors suchas buildings, trees, terrain and weather, or interference from other radio orelectrical equipment, may have adverse effects on the transceiver’s effectiverange. These are not indicative of a fault condition.Avoid placing the GMRS7015RC radio transceiver for prolonged periods oftime in direct sunlight or temperatures below -4°F(-20°C) or above140°F (60°C).Place the rubber cover on jacks when not in use.3
xxx-xxxx4 of 28WARNINGS:Battery CareNever attempt to charge alkaline or dry cell batteries, as batteries mayburst causing personal injury and damage to the product. If rechargeablebatteries are used, such as Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH), use only thesupplied Audiovox-approved rechargeable batteries. Use of the Audiovoxcharger (also supplied) with other brands of batteries is not recommended,as battery charging times will vary with different brands. Refer to theManufacturer’s instructions for charging other brands of batteries.Battery DisposalIn general, if handled improperly, batteries pose a risk of fire or burns. Donot disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose ofthe batteries in fire or water. Dispose of the batteries in a environmentallysafe manner and recycle whenever possible.FCC WARNINGReplacement or substitution of transistors, diodes or other parts of a uniquenature, with parts other than those recommended by the manufacturer,may cause a violation of the technical regulations of Part 15 of FCC Rules.GMRS LICENSE:USE OF THIS RADIO WITHIN THE UNITED STATES REQUIRES AN FCCGMRS LICENSE. AN INDIVIDUAL 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER, WHO ISNOT A REPRESENTATAIVE OF A FOREIGN GOVERNMENT, IS ELIGIBLETO APPLY FOR A GMRS SYSTEM LICENSE. YOU WILL NEED TWO FORMSFROM THE FCC: FCC FORM 159, AND FCC FORM 605 (MAIN FORM ANDSCHEDULE F). YOU CAN FIND THE FORMS ONLINE AT:HTTP://WWW.FCC.GOV/FORMPAGE.HTML, OR CALL 1-800-418-3676.4
xxx-xxxx5 of 2851. Battery Door2. Monitor/Backlight Button3. Detachable Carry Clip4. Push-To-Talk (PTT) Button5. Antenna6. External Speaker(SPK)/Micro-phone (MIC)/Charge (CHG)Jack7. Built-in Speaker8. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)Model GMRS7015RC (FCC License Required)9. Built-in Microphone10. Up Channel/Volume Button11. Down Channel/VolumeButton12. MODE/SCANNER Button13. Power On/Off & SCANButton14. VOX Button15. White Flashlight LED16. Flashlight Enable Button17. Battery Charging Contacts12345811912614101373(REF)1(REF)171615HI LO RXDWVOXSCANSCANNERSCANNERMODE
128-76246 of 286Model GMRS7015RC DISPLAY1. Beep Tone Indicator: Icon appears when beep button confirmationtone is selected; icon disappears when tone is off.2. Key Lock Indicator: Icon appears when the keypad is locked. Thisfunction disables keys such as channel up/down, SCAN and MODE.3. Monitor Indicator: Icon appears when the Monitor (M) button ispressed and the channel monitor function is activated.4. Signal Strength Indicator: Icon appears when a signal is beingtransmitted. The icon consists of five bars to indicate transmit signalpower level.5. HI/LO Indicators: Power level indicator appears when the transmitpower is set to desired output power on the GMRS channels.6. Large Segment Display: Indicates the channel number in GMRS/11. Scan Indicator: This function allows the user to scan a channel (andtone code, if present) in GMRS/FRS mode or to scan a frequency tosearch for a valid signal in SCANNER mode.8. RogerBeep Tone On/Off Indicator: This icon appears when theRoger Beep tone is on, and disappears when tone is not in use.9. Battery Level Indicator: Icon indicates the battery charge level.10.Signal Receive Indicator: RX icon appears when a signal is being received.HI LO RXDWVOXSCANSCANNER1234567891011121314 7. Voice Activated Transmission (VOX) Indicator: This functionallows hands free conversation. The indicator appears when theVOX mode is activated.FRS mode or the frequency in SCANNER mode in use
xxx-xxxx7 of 28713. Small Segment Display: Displays the CTCSS tone option for eachmain channel from 01-38 or frequency.12.Dual Watch Mode Indicator: Indicator appears when dual watchmode is active.14.Scanner Mode Indicator : Icon will be steady when in the scanner mode.Equipment and Accessories Supplied1. Radio (2) GMRS7015RC2. Owner’s Manual xxx-xxxx3. Desktop Charger GMRSxDS4. AC Wall Adapter GMRSxAC5. Rechargeable (NiMH) Batteries (10) GMRSx BAT6. Headphone (2) GMRSxxxxx Carrying bag Powering theTransceiver:Your GMRS7015RC radio transceiver operates on five AAA Alkaline orrechargeable batteries. Alkaline batteries will provide slightly betterperformance than rechargeable batteries (supplied). Only Audiovoxapproved rechargeable batteries should be recharged in the radiotransceiver using the charging accessories. This will ensure optimumperformance for the GMRS7015RC. Battery charging time is typically 6-7hours for full charge, and 0.5-3 hours for fast charge (depending on existingbattery charge). (Refer to battery charging considerations later in thismanual.) Batteries may get warm during fast charge. Slow charging willautomatically occur after a quick charge of 75%, and may take up to 3-4hours to achieve an additional 20% charge. Batteries should not get warmduring the slow charge cycle. Use of the Audiovox charging equipment withother brands of rechargeable batteries is not recommended as batterycharging times will vary. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for chargingother brands of batteries.BatteriesThere are three methods of powering the GMRS7015RC:1. Alkaline Batteries.GMRSxxxxx7.
xxx-xxxx8 of 2882. Slide the coverdown and then liftcover at bottom toopen.Removecover.3. Insert five AAA batteries(positive (+) end towardright side begining at topand alternating positiveterminals as shown).1. Using thumb,press down onbattery cover atarrow and slidecover down toopen.WARNING: Do not attempt to recharge Alkaline batteries.2. Audiovox Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries - (Rechargeable NiMHbatteries and Charging Adapter included). Use only Audiovoxapproved rechargeable batteries and charging equipment whencharging batteries internal to the unit.NOTE: To extend battery life, avoid overcharging the batteries3. Various Brands of Rechargeable Batteries - Use of the Audiovoxcharger with other brands of rechargeable batteries is notrecommended, as battery charging times will vary with differentbrands of batteries. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions forcharging other brands of batteries.Installing the batteries:Battery installation is made more convenient when the carry clip isremoved. To do this, release the spring latch securing the clip to radioand slide the clip downward and away from the radio body. Next, pressdown with the thumb at the embossed arrow, slide the battery cover downand lift off the battery cover. Insert five AAA batteries (alternatepositive ends (+) toward the right side of the transceiver (starting top-to-bottom).RELEASEBUTTONBATTERYCOVERCARRYCLIPCOVERARROWPOSITIVETERMINALS+++
xxx-xxxx9 of 289The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longeroperating times for the GMRS7015RC:1. Do not mix old and new batteries.2. The use of alkaline-type batteries is recommended to provide thelongest operating time.3. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeablebatteries.4. If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove thebatteries. Old or leaking batteries can cause damage to the unit andwill void the warranty.INPUT: 120VACOUTPUT: 12VDCDESKTOP CHARGING STANDPART NUMBER GMRSxDSCHARGING STANDPWR JACKADAPTERPOWERPLUGGMRS RADIOCHARGINGCOMPARTMENTS (2)CHARGING COMPARTMENTLEDs:RED----FAST CHARGINGOFF----SLOW CHARGING-NOTE: Only Audiovoxapproved rechargeablebatteries (P/N GMRSxBAT)can be recharged in theradio transceiver.AC WALL ADAPTER/CHARGING TRANSFORMERMODEL: GMRSxAC+
xxx-xxxx10 of 28Controls:LED Flashlight Button (16)Press this button on the right side of the Transceiver to light the white LED(15) on top of the unit, thereby activating the built-in flashlight function.Power On-Off/SCAN Button(13) Press and hold the power on/off button for 2 seconds ( ). You hear a hear a dual beep to indicate the unit is on. Press the on/off button againfor 2second to turn the unit off. When the unit powered on,press this button momentairly to enable or disable the scan mode, the scan icon (SCAN) willappear when enable.Adjusting the Volume (10, 11)With the unit powered on, press the Up Channel/Volume button ( ) toincrease volume and the Down Channel/Volume button ( ) to decrease10GMRS7015RC OPERATIONAL MODESSCANNER BAND Memory CHANNELSELECTROGERBEEPBUTTONBEEPDUALWATCHVOX LEVELSELECTCALLSELECTPOWERSELECT(GMRS Channels Only)GMRS/FRS BANDCTCSSSELECTCHANNELSELECTNOTE: 1. To switch between GMRS/FRSand SCANNER mode, pressand hold the MODE/SCANNERbutton for 2 seconds. Refer tothe appropriate section of thismanual for detailed operatinginstructions for each mode.2. To enter the VOX mode, pressand hold the VOX button for 1second.
xxx-xxxx11 of 2811volume. The display will indicate the current volume level between 0 and 7by the small number in the icon ( UoL 5 ).Monitor/Keylock Button (2) This button is used to check activity on the current frequency beforetransmitting. Check activity by pressing the Monitor (M) Button longerthan 2 seconds; the icon will apppear on the display and you willhear static if frequency is clear. Do not transmit if you hear conversation.Hold down the Monitor Button again longer than 2 seconds and the icon will disapppear from the display.The monitor function will temporarily bypass the squelch setting and playall signals on a given channel. This feature is useful when communicatingwith other parties at extreme range.Push To Talk (PTT) Button (4)Pressing and holding this button will allow you to speak to any transceiverthat is set to the same channel and privacy code setting as yours. Hold thetransceiver approximately 1 to 2 inches from your face as you speak intothe built in microphone (9). After you have finished speaking, release the PTT Button to allow reception of incoming signals. It is not possible totransmit and receive at the same time. The Transmit Signal Level indicator( ) will display the relative strength of the transmitted signal. Whenreceiving an incoming signal, the RX icon will appear in the upper rightquadrant of the display. The PTT button can also be used as a two-way callringer. Pressing the button twice quickly will call another party on the samechannel.Up Channel/Volume Button (10)In the standby mode, pressing this button will increase the listening volume.When in function edit mode this button will be used to adjust the unit’ssettings.By pressing the monitor button momentarily, the keylock icon( ) will appear to confirm the functions MODE, SCAN and channel up/down buttons have been disabled.
xxx-xxxx12 of 2812Down Channel/Volume Button (11)In the standby mode, pressing this button will decrease the listeningvolume. When in function edit mode this button will be used to adjust theunit’s settings.MODE/SCANNER Button (12) This button is used to select the various feature settings in the GMRS/FRSor Scanner modes. Holding the MODE/SCANNER button longer than2 seconds will toggle between the GMRS/FRS and SCANNER modes.External Microphone (MIC)/Speaker (SPK)/(CHG) Jack (6)This jack accepts the supplied Audiovox headphone connector, orthe Charging Adapter. For the equipment and accessories supplied withthe GMRS7015RC, refer to Page 7 and/or visit the Audiovox web site atwww.audiovox.com.VOX Button (14)Press and hold this button for more than 1 second to enable or disable theVOX mode. the VOX icon will appear when enable.Operating Modes and FeaturesGMRS Operation:- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the ( ) button for about 2 seconds to turn on power.- Press the MODE button so the Channel number flashes.- Select the desired channel with the Up (10) and Down (11) Buttons.When receiving a call, the RX icon appears to indicate the incomingsignal.- Press and hold the PTT button (4) to transmit, then speak into themicrophone clearly and slowly. The Transmit Signal Level indicator( ) will display the relative strength of the transmittedsignal.- Release PTT Button (4) to receive.
xxx-xxxx13 of 2813- Communication can only be accomplished when the channel andCTCSS tone frequency of at least two parties are the same.- The CTCSS small segment display will appear next to the mainfrequency channel on the display if the CTCSS tone frequencyfunction is enabled.Channel SelectionIn order to communicate with other GMRS units, both transmitting andreceiving party must be on the same frequency. The GMRS7015RC has 22channels (frequencies) indicated by the large digits on the LCD displaypanel. Channels 1 through 7 are the shared GMRS/FRS channels.Channels 8-14 are FRS only channels, while channels 15-22 are as-signed GMRS only channels. If an FRS only channel (8-14) has beenselected, the HI or LO indicator will not be displayed on the LCD panel;otherwise, for channels 1-7 (GMRS/FRS) and 15-22 (GMRS only), theHI or LO indicator will be displayed. Communication with Audiovox FRSand compatible units is possible on the shared and FRS only channels.Before transmitting on the selected channel, press the Monitor (M) Button(2) to check the activity on that channel. If there is activity on the selectedchannel, change to another channel that is clear.To change the channel:- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE button (12) onceor until the channel number flashes.- Press the Up Button (10) briefly to move to the next higher mainchannel number.- Press the Down Button (11) briefly to move to the next lower mainchannel number.- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.CTCSS Mode (Sub-Channel) SelectionThe Coded Tone Controlled Squelch System (CTCSS) provides 38 Sub-Fre-quencies. This feature allows you to utilize the coded squelch tones (01–38) within a main channel, and enables you to communicate with anotherparty on the same main channel using the same subcode. (This filters out
xxx-xxxx14 of 2814unwanted transmissions without the same coded squelch tone). Thereare 38 CTCSS sub-channels for each main channel. A different subcodemay be selected for each of the 22 channels.To change the CTCSS sub-channel:- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button twice; aflashing oF or sub-channel number is displayed. If oF is displayed,press the Up or Down button to enable the CTCSS mode.- Then press the Up or Down button to select the desired sub-channelfor use (01-38).- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.The CTCSS mode can be turned off by selecting the oF icon as the setting.NOTE: To communicate with other GMRS/FRS units, they must beswitched to the same channel and CTCSS subcode. To commu-nicate with other GMRS/FRS units that do not have subcodes,switch your unit to the same channel with the subcode set to oF.The CTCSS subcodes do not prevent others from hearing yourtransmission. This will only allow you to ignore all traffic on agiven channel not using the same subcode.Transmit Power Selection ModeThis feature permits selection of the transmitting power level to highor low. When operating on FRS only channels (8-15), no power selec-tion is possible or is displayed. Using low power, the unit will have alower transmit range, but battery life will be increased.To access the transmitter power selection function:- From GMRS/FRS standby mode (shared channels 1-7 or GMRS onlychannel (15-22) selected), press the MODE Button three times untilthe power HI or Lo indication appears with a flashing Po indicationon the display.- Press the Up or Down button to toggle between the High and Low se-lections.- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.
xxx-xxxx15 of 2815VOX Sensitivity Level SelectionThis selection enables you to set the sensitivity level to compensate forambient noise in your immediate area. A VOX sensitivity of 3 is the mostsensitive, and should be used in a relatively quiet surrounding. A VOXsensitivity of 1 is the least sensitive and should be used in a noisy sur-rounding.To set the VOX sensitivity level:- Press the MODE button 4 times (3 times for FRS) until the VOX iconappears on the display accompanied by the flashing VOX icon and thenumeral 01, 02 or 03.- Press the Up or Down button to select the 1- 3 VOX level sensitivity.- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm the VOX selection.- The VOX icon will disappear from the display unless VOX mode isenabled.Dual Watch ModeThis feature allows you to monitor two channels at the same time. While indual watch mode, the unit will continuously monitor both the primary anddual watch channel. Received signals will be played for 5 seconds, thenthe unit will resume scanning the two channels. Pressing the PTT buttonduring a received transmission will set the unit to transmit on the samechannel. Pressing the PTT button when no signal is received will set theunit to transmit on the primary channel.To set the Dual Watch Mode:- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE button 5 times (4times for FRS); DW appears flashing on the display. If the dual watchmode is off, the oFF icon will also appear flashing.- To enable the dual watch mode, press the Up or Down button; the dualwatch channel number will flash and start to increase or decrease asthe Up or Down button is pressed.- To select a subcode for the dual watch channel, press the MODEbutton while the selected dual watch channel is flashing. Then use theUp and Down buttons to select the desired CTCSS subcode.
xxx-xxxx16 of 2816- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection of the dualwatch channel. The display will now alternate between the primarychannel and the dual watch channel just selected.NOTE: Pressing the PTT button during dual watch mode will trans-mit on the primary channel and suspend dual watch opera-tion for 5 seconds. Dual watch mode will then resume.- Momentarily press the SCAN(s) button to exit the dual watch mode.Key ToneThis feature allows the transceiver to sound a confirmation tone wheneverthe following keys are pressed: Monitor (M) Button, Up/Down Buttons, MODEButton or SCAN Button.To turn the key tones on or off:- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 6 times (5times for FRS) until the Bell ( ) icon flashes, and on or oF appears onthe display.- Press the Up or Down Button to toggle the key tone feature On or Off.- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.When the key tone feature is on, the Bell icon appears steady on thedisplay, and the beep tones sound in response to button activation.Roger Beep ToneThe Roger Beep is a tone which is automatically transmitted whenever thePTT button is released. This tone alerts the receiving party that the trans-mission has been terminated intentionally.To enable and disable the Roger Beep tone:- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 7 times (6times for FRS) until the flashing Roger Beep icon ( ) and on or oFappears on the display.- Press the Up or Down button to select the tone on or off as desired.- When enabled, the tone icon ( ) appears steady on the display.- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.
xxx-xxxx17 of 2817Call Ringer Selection ModeThe transceiver provides 5 user-selectable call ringer melodies to alertyou to an incoming call.To select your favorite call ringer melody:- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the MODE Button 8 times(7 times for FRS). CAL will appear on the display, together with a flashing number between off and 05, and an appropriate call ring.- Press the Up or Down Button to preview and hear the 5 available callmelodies.- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.Channel Scan OperationThis feature allows you to monitor all channels automatically for validsignals. While scanning, you can transmit and receive. When a signal isreceived, the scan is interrupted and will return to scan mode 5 secondsafter reception is terminated.NOTE: While the scan function is active, the MODE/SCANNER buttonwill be inoperative. The scan mode will reduce the overall batterylife since the battery save function is overridden.To enable the channel scan mode:- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, momentarily press the (s) Button ;(SCAN) will appear on the LCD display .- The radio will display each channel (1-22) in ascending order as thescan mode operates to find an active main channel.- If the unit doesn’t find any signals and you want to transmit, press thePTT button to return to home channel operation. The transceiver willautomatically resume scanning approximately 5 seconds after thecommunication is completed.- If there is no activity and you want to leave the scan mode, press theS button momentarily and the unit will return to normal operation;the SCAN icon will disappear from the LCD display.
xxx-xxxx18 of 2818Auto Key Lock Selection ModeVOX Enable OperationThis option enables you to have hands-free conversation. Your voice ornearby sound is detected and the radio transmits without the need topress the PTT button.To enable VOX operation:- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the VOX button for 1 secondor until the VOX icon appears steady on the display.- To disable the VOX mode, press the VOX button for 1 second oruntil the VOX icon disappears from the display.This feature prevents accidental channel change to the preferred settingsof the unit. The Auto Key Lock function temporarily disables the MODE, Up/Down and SCAN Buttons.To access the Auto Key Lock selection menu:- From GMRS/FRS standby mode, press the Monitor Button momentarilyto enable the Auto Key lock function; the unit will beep once and thelock ( ) icon appears on the display.-The Power, PTT , and Monitor Buttons are not effected.-To unlock the Auto Key function, press the Monitor Button momentarilythe unit beeps once and the lock icon ( ) disappears from thedisplay.NOTE : If the unit is turned off while Key Lock is on, the Key Lockmode will still be in effect when the unit is again turned on.Display Backlight Enable OperationBy pressing the MODE or Up/Down button momentarily, the LCD back-light is turned on; the LCD backlight will turn off automatically in about5 seconds.
xx-xxxx19 of 28To select the programable memory channel: - Press the Up Button (10) briefly to move to the next higher memory channel number . - Press the Down Button (11) briefly to move to the next lowermemory channel number.Scanner function19Scanner OperationScanner mode/Channel SelectionThis feature provides access to 20 user programmable memory channels.To select a memory channel, the unit must be in the scanner mode.Pressand hold the MODE/SCANNER button for 2 seconds; the scanner icon( ) will appear, together with a frequency. (All channel's areset to 450MHz at initial frequency.) Momentarily press the MODE/SCANNER button (12) once; the memorychannel number flashes.SCANNERYour GMRS7015RC can search for any active frequencies from 450Mhzto 469.9875MHz at 12.5KHz steps.To search for active frequencies: - Select memory positions 1 to 20 using the Up/Down keys. (450 MHz is set to all channels as a initial default frequency.) - Select Scan(s) button to access frequency search mode for that memory position. - Use Up/Down key for frequency selection at 12.5KHz steps or press and hold Up/Down key to step up/down frequency speed with 100KHz steps. - Press PTT button momentarily to select frequency.Channel Selection- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.
xxx-xxxx20 of 2820Battery Charge Status and Charging InstructionsInitial Charging Sequence1. Remove batteries from plastic wrapper2. Insert batteries into each radio, observing polarity3. Place each radio in the charger base (charging LEDs should be on)4. Charge for 6-7 hours..The LED on the charger base will light red as the battery level is read.The battery status is displayed in the top right corner of the LCD with1,2 or 3 bars (1 bar = low charge, 3 bars = full charge).Charging ProcedureThree battery icon bar segments running to indicate the battery chargeduring charging:Once the charge is reached to designated voltage, the slow-chargingmode will take effect:1.The LED on the desktop charger will be off then the slow-chargingmode in effect.3. After 3 hours, the charging is complete.Battery AlertWhen the battery icon is empty ( ) and flashing on the display, re- charge unit or install fresh batteries.2.The battery icon on the LCD remains 3 bars to indicate the fullcharge level. - If Up/Down key is not pressed in 5 sec. then go to auto scan mode. Scan frequencies from last memory position and loop at 12.5KHz steps until there is a signal. - If PTT key is pressed then store the frequency in selected memory channel and listen to signal else wait 5 seconds then continue to next available signal in auto scan.Note : When SCAN (s) key is pressed in auto scan or manual scan mode then go to home channel position and listen to signal.
xxx-xxxx21 of 2821NOTES FOR GOOD COMMUNICATION1 . The GMRS7015RC 22 channels are shared on a ‘take turns’ basis.This means other groups may be talking on any of the channels.A common code of ethics/courtesy is to switch to another vacantchannel and not to attempt to talk over someone who is already usingthe channel you first selected.2. The GMRS7015RC has been designed to maximize performanceand improve transmission range in the field. To avoid interference,it is recommended that you do not use the units closer than 5 feetapart.3. For best transmission results, always keep your mouth about 2-3inches from the microphone (9) and speak slowly in a normal voice.4. To increase battery life, avoid features such as Scan and DualWatch. These features will reduce operating time considerably.Warning•Do not operate the transceiver unless you are licensed to do so.•Remove the batteries from the transceiver if it is not expected to be usedfor long periods. This will eliminate the possibility of chemicals leakingfrom the batteries and corroding the transceiver.•Avoid exposing the transceiver to water or extremes of temperature.•Do not use this device in or near a mining facility, which uses remotelytriggered explosives or in areas labeled “Blasting Area”. Premature oraccidental detonation may result.•Do not attempt to modify or in any way increase the output of thistransceiver. Its output is designed to meet the legal limits set by the FCC.•Do not use this device or change its batteries in potentially explosiveatmospheres as sparks in such areas could result in an explosion.•Turn your transceiver off wherever posted notices restrict the use of radiosor cellular telephones. Facilities such as hospitals may use equipmentthat is sensitive to RF energy.
xxx-xxxx22 of 2822•Turn your transceiver off on board aircraft when requested to do so.•Do not place your radio in front of a vehicle’s air-bag. If the air-bagdeploys, it could propel the transceiver like a projectile causing bodilyinjury.Weak or no Weak batteries Charge or replace batteriessignal received Channel and privacy Adjust the transceiver’scode not set the same settings to match thoseas target transceiver settings of the targettransceiverVolume level too low Increase volume levelPTT Button inadvertently Release PTT ButtonpressedExcessive radio interference Change to a differenton a particular channel channelObstruction of radio signal Avoid operating in or nearlarge buildings or vehiclesUnit beeps, but Batteries extremely Charge or replace batterieswill not function dischargedwhen turned onReception of CTCSS privacy mode Turn on the CTCSS privacyunwanted signals not on mode and set code number tomatch the setting of thetarget transceiver.Interference from Turn the devices off or moveelectronic devices such farther away from them.TroubleshootingProblem Possible cause CorrectionNo transmission Weak batteries Charge or replace batterieswhile pressing Incorrect battery polarity Install the batteriesthe PTT Button following the directions inparagraph Installing theBatteries.
xxx-xxxx23 of 2823GeneralFrequency Range:Channels 1-7(Shared with FRS Radios) Refer to frequency chart on next pageChannels 8-14 (FRS only) Refer to frequency chart on next pageChannels 15-22 (GMRS only) Refer to frequency chart on next pageChannel Spacing 12.5 kHzPrivacy Codes 38 for each main channelScanner Fr equency Range 450 - 470MHzDimensions (W x H x D) 2.41 in x 6.70 in x 1.12 in(With Antenna) 61.2 mm x 170 mm x 28.5 mmPower SupplyPower Source Alkaline Batteries, AAA (5), 7.5 VDCNi-MH rechargeable, AAA (5),6.0 VDC, 650 mAhOperating Time: 16 Hours Low Power(Transmit: Receive: Standby 12 Hours High Power(5:5:90 Ratio) (Based onalkaline batteries)ReceiverUseable Sensitivity >-119 dBmMaximum Audio Output Power > 0.3 Watt maximum (12 Ohm )Modulation Distortion < 5% (1 kHz 70%)TransmitterRF Output Power 2.0 Watts maximum (High Power)0.5 Watt maximum (Low Power)Maximum Deviation <+/- 2.5 kHzModulation Distortion < 5% (1 kHz 70%)TTTTTececececechnical Specifhnical Specifhnical Specifhnical Specifhnical Specificaicaicaicaications:tions:tions:tions:tions:
xxx-xxxx24 of 2824EPYT/LENNAHC)zHM(QERFEPYT/LENNAHC)zHM(QERFSRF/SRMG15265.264SRF215266.764SRF/SRMG25785.264SRF315786.764SRF/SRMG35216.264SRF415217.764SRF/SRMG45736.264SRMG510055.264SRF/SRMG55266.264SRMG610575.264SRF/SRMG65786.264SRMG710006.264SRF/SRMG75217.264SRMG810526.264SRF85265.764SRMG910056.264SRF95785.764SRMG020576.264SRF015216.764SRMG120007.264SRF115736.764SRMG220527.264This transceiver complies with FCC regulations for use in the UnitedStates of America. Use in other countries may be prohibited or restrictedby local regulation. Please check with the local regulating agency be-fore using this device outside the United States of America.Main Channel Frequencies:NOTE: Channels 1 through 7 are shared with FRS radios.Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only.Channels 15 through 22 are GMRS only.
xxx-xxxx25 of 2825WHEN USING RADIOS PRODUCED BY OTHER MANUFACTURERS,COMPARE CHANNEL FREQUENCIES FOR COMPATIBILITY.NOTECHANNELCROSS REFERENCEFOR 15 CHANNEL GMRS/FRSRADIO TO 22 CHANNELGMRS/FRS RADIOCHANNEL CROSS REFERENCEFOR 14 CHANNEL FRSRADIO TO 22 CHANNELGMRS/FRS RADIOLENNAHC41 SRF LENNAHC22 SRMG/SRF112233445566778899010111112121313141415161718191021222CHANNELS NOTAVAILABLECHANNELS NOT AVAILABLELENNAHC51 SRMG LENNAHC22 SRMG/SRF11223344556677890111213141115186121719813191010241125122CHANNELS NOT AVAILABLECHANNELCROSS REFERENCE FOR 14 AND 15 CHANNEL GMRS/FRSRADIO TO 22 CHANNEL GMRS/FRS RADIO
xxx-xxxx26 of 2826* oF = No ToneContinuous Tone Coded Squelch System Tone Frequencies (in Hz)CTCSS Freq. Hz CTCSS Freq. Hz1 67.0 20 131.82 71.9 21 136.53 74.4 22 141.34 77.0 23 146.25 79.7 24 151.46 82.5 25 156.77 85.4 26 162.28 88.5 27 167.99 91.5 28 173.810 94.8 29 179.911 97.4 30 186.212 100.0 31 192.813 103.5 32 203.514 107.2 33 210.715 110.9 34 218.116 114.8 35 225.717 118.8 36 233.618 123.0 37 241.819 127.3 38 250.3450.0000 ~ 470.0000 12.5 UHF StandardBandScanner Frequencies:Frequency Range (MHz)Step(kHz) Mode BandFM
xxx-xxxx27 of 282790 DAY LIMITED WARRANTYAUDIOVOX CORPORATION, 150 MARCUS BLVD., HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK 117881-800-290-6650128-5385AApplies to Audiovox Family Radio and General Mobile Service Products.AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of thisproduct that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be provendefective in material or workmanship within 90 days from the date of original purchase, suchdefect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company's option)without charge for parts and repair labor.To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be deliveredwith proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specification of defect(s),transportation prepaid, to the warranty center at the address shown below.The Company disclaims liability for communications range of this product.This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of theCompany, has suffered or been damaged through alteration, improper installation, mishan-dling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number/bar code label(s). THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTYIS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT,SHALL THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BYPURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIEDWARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BELIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACHOF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MER-CHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 30 MONTHS FROM DATE OFORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANYCONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHERWARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. No person or representative isauthorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection withthe sale of this product.Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusionor limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions maynot apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have otherrights which vary from state to state.
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