Thomson 3-5822 FRF/GMRS Transceiver User Manual 35809 DOM IB E 0

Thomson Inc. FRF/GMRS Transceiver 35809 DOM IB E 0

Instruction Manual

BELT CLIP INSTALLATIONAND REMOVAL• To install the belt clip, line up thegrooves on the clip with the grooves onthe back of the unit. Push downwarduntil it snaps into place.• To remove the belt clip, release thesnap with your finger or a tool whilefirmly pushing the clip upward.USING YOUR FAMILY RADIO1. Turn on power.2. Check the battery condition on the display.3. Set to desired channel.4. Adjust volume to comfortable level.TO TRANSMITPress the PTT (PUSH-TO-TALK) button.Speak slowly and clearly 2-3 inches fromthe microphone. To avoid cutting off thefirst part of your transmission, pauseslightly after pressing the PTT buttonbefore you start talking. The transmit icondisplays while the unit transmits.TO RECEIVEWhen your are finished talking, release thePTT (PUSH-TO-TALK) button to listen tothe incoming transmission.TRANSMITTING A CALLALERT TONEPress the PAGE button to initiate an Alerttone transmission. The Alert tone willautomatically be transmitted for a fixedlength of time.CHANGING CHANNELSPress the CHANNEL UP or DOWN buttonsto change channels. The channel may onlybe changed during receive mode andcannot be changed during Call Alert or PTTtransmit mode.14-Channel FamilyRadio SystemUser's GuideWe bring good things to life. 358093580915842610 (Rev. 0 E/S)01-43Printed in ChinaDISPLAY1. Battery icon — Indicates the battery level. Whenthe batteries are nearly drained, the icon will start toblink and the unit beeps periodically.2. TX icon — Indicates when the unit is transmitting.3. Channel number — Shows the current channel (1-14).4. CALL icon — Indicates when the unit is paging.BUTTONS AND CONTROLSADJUSTING KEYPAD BEEPSYour radio emits a beep each time whilethe buttons are pressed. To turn this soundOFF, press PAGE while turning the radioon. To turn this sound ON again, pressPAGE while turning the radio on.DISPLAY BACKLIGHTThe display automatically lights up withany key press. The LCD display illuminatesfor 12 seconds before turning off.AUTO SQUELCHYour radio is equipped with an automaticsquelch system which automaticallyshuts off weak transmissions andunwanted noise due to terrain conditionsand range limitations.AUTOMATIC POWER SAVEYour radio has a unique circuit designed todramatically extend the life of thebatteries. If there is no transmission within12 seconds, your radio switches to thepower save mode. The radio still receivestransmissions in this mode.FREQUENCIESCh. No Frequency MHZ1 462.56252 462.58753 462.61254 462.63755 462.66256 462.68757 462.71258 467.56259 467.587510 467.612511 467.637512 467.662513 467.687514 467.7125IMPORTANT BATTERYINFORMATION• Alkaline batteries are recommended forlonger play. Carbon-zinc or nickelcadmium rechargeable batteries cansubstantially reduce play time.• If you’re not going to use your radio for amonth or more, be sure to removebatteries because they can leak anddamage the unit.• Dispose of batteries in the propermanner, according to federal, state, andlocal regulations.• Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixedwith a different battery type, if insertedincorrectly, if all batteries are notreplaced at the same time, if disposed ofin fire, or if an attempt is made to chargea battery not intended to be recharged.• Discard leaky batteries immediately.Leaking batteries can cause skin burns orother personal injury.SERVICE INFORMATIONThis product should be serviced only by themanufacturer or its authorized serviceagents. Changes or modifications notexpressly approved by ATLINKS USA, Inc.could void the user's authority to operatethis product. For instructions on how toobtain service, refer to the warranty includedin this guide or call 1-800-448-0329. Or refer inquiries to:ATLINKS USA, Inc.Manager, Consumer RelationsP O Box 1976Indianapolis, IN 46206Attach your sales receipt to the booklet forfuture reference, or jot down the date thisproduct was purchased or received as agift. This information will be valuable ifservice should be required during thewarranty period.Purchase Date__________________________Name of Store__________________________FCC INFORMATIONThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: (1) This device may notcause harmful interference, and (2) thisdevice must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that maycause undesired operation.Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by ATLINKS USA, Inc. could voidthe user’s authority to operate this product.This device generates and uses radiofrequency (RF) energy, and if notinstalled and used properly, thisequipment may cause interference toradio and television reception.If this equipment does cause interferenceto radio or television reception (which youcan determine by turning the equipmentoff and on), try to correct the interferenceby one or more of the following measures:• Reorient the receiving antenna (that is,the antenna for the radio or televisionthat is “receiving” the interference).• Move the unit away from theequipment that is receivinginterference.If these measures do not eliminate theinterference, please consult your dealer oran experienced radio/television technicianfor additional suggestions. Also, theFederal Communications Commission hasprepared a helpful booklet, “How ToIdentify and Resolve Radio TV InterferenceProblems.” This booklet is available fromthe U.S. Government Printing Office,Washington, DC 20402. Please specifystock number 004-000-00345-4 whenordering copies.ATLINKS USA, Inc.10330 North Meridian StreetIndianapolis, IN 46290© 2001 ATLINKS USA, Inc.Trademark(s) ® RegisteredMarca(s) Registrada(s)LIMITED WARRANTYWhat your warranty covers:• Defects in materials or workmanship.For how long after your purchase:• One year, from date of purchase.(The warranty period for rental units beginswith the first rental or 45 days from date ofshipment to the rental firm, whichevercomes first.)What we will do:• Provide you with a new or, at our option, arefurbished unit. The exchange unit is underwarranty for the remainder of the originalproduct’s warranty period.How you get service:• Properly pack your unit. Include any cables,etc., which were originally provided with theproduct. We recommend using the originalcarton and packing materials.• ”Proof of purchase in the form of a bill ofsale or receipted invoice which is evidencethat the product is within the warrantyperiod, must be presented to obtainwarranty service.” For rental firms, proof offirst rental is also required. Also print yourname and address and a description of thedefect. Send via standard UPS or itsequivalent to:ATLINKS USA, Inc.c/o Thomson multimedia Inc.11721 B Alameda Ave.Socorro, Texas 79927• Pay any charges billed to you by theExchange Center for service not covered bythe warranty.• Insure your shipment for loss or damage.ATLINKS accepts no liability in case ofdamage or loss.• A new or refurbished unit will be shipped toyou freight prepaid.What your warranty does not cover:• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’sManual provides information regardingoperating instructions and user controls.Any additional information, should beobtained from your dealer.)• Installation and setup service adjustments.• Batteries.• Damage from misuse or neglect.• Products which have been modified orincorporated into other products.• Products purchased or serviced outsidethe USA.• Acts of nature, such as but not limited tolightning damage.1. ON/OFF/VOLUME - Turn counterclockwiseto power ON and increase listening volume.Rotate clockwise to decrease volume andturn power OFF.2. PTT (Push to Talk) - press to transmit,release to receive.3. PAGE - Press to send a call tone toother radios tuned to the same channel.4. CHANNEL UP - Press to change the channelto the next higher frequency. If the currentfrequency is at 14 (the highest) the channelwill change to 1 when the CHANNEL UPbutton is pressed.5. CHANNEL DOWN - Press to change thechannel to the next lower frequency. Ifcurrent frequency is at 1 (the lowest), thechannel will turn to 14 after pressing theCHANNEL DOWN.6. MIC - Built-in microphone7. Speaker - Built-in speaker8. AntennaPAG E CHANNEL UPCHANNEL DOWNMIC82146735TXCALL2134BATTERY INSTALLATIONYour radio uses three AA alkaline batteries for power. To installthe batteries:1. Remove the battery compartment door by sliding it downfrom the unit.2. Install 3 AA-size alkaline batteries (not included) into thebattery compartment. Make sure to follow the + and - symbolsin the compartment. Installing the batteries incorrectly mayprevent the unit from operating or can damage the unit.NOTE: In order to maintain your user settings, make sure the unit isoff before removing the batteries. Your settings will remain forapproximately 10 minutes while you install the new batteries.CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, useonly the battery listed in the instruction book.Limitation of Warranty:• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THEONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THISPRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALLIMPLIED WARRANTIES OFMERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBYDISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTENINFORMATION GIVEN BY ATLINKS USA,INC., ITS AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALLCREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAYINCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDEDUNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVEREMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. ATLINKSUSA, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FORINCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OFTHIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANYBREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIEDWARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THISDISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES ANDLIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BYTHE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA.EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BYAPPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIEDWARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ORFITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ONTHIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THEAPPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SETFORTH ABOVE.How state law relates to this warranty:• Some states do not allow the exclusionnor limitation of incidental orconsequential damages, or limitations onhow long an implied warranty lasts so theabove limitations or exclusions may notapply to you.• This warranty gives you specific legalrights, and you also may have other rightsthat vary from state to state.If you purchased your product outside the USA:• This warranty does not apply. Contact yourdealer for warranty information.3582222/General Mobile Radio Service35822RX icon - Indicates when the unit is receiving.Replace with Figure 1 in IB figures file3.1.Swap orderReplace with Figure 2 in IB figures fileAAA9. LCD displayPWR//MODE - Press and hold for 2 secondsto power the unit on. Press and hold again for2 seconds to power the unit off. Press andrelease to change the + and - keys fromvolume mode to channel mode.VOLUME/CHANNEL + - While in volume mode,press to increase the speaker volume. Thevolume setting from 1 to 8 will display on the LCD. If the unit is in channel mode (see 1. above), pressto increase to the next higher channel up tochannel 22. If the current channel is 22, the nextchannel will be channel 1.VOLUME/CHANNEL - - While in volume mode,press to decrease the speaker volume. Thevolume setting from 1 to 8 will display on the LCD. If the unit is in channel mode (see 1. above), pressto decrease to the next lower channel. If thecurrent channel is 1, the next channel will bechannel 22.Replace with 35822 battery installart (not provided)FRS/GMRSChanging Volume and Channel ModesAfter power-on, the unit is in volume mode. Press thePWR/MODE key to change from volume mode tochannel mode. Press again to change back to volumemode. If no key is pressed wthin 10 seconds the unit willautomatically change back to volume mode.Replace withfigure 3 in IBfigure fileChanging VolumeAfter power-on, the unit is in volume mode. Pressthe + key to increase the volume or press the - key todecrease the volume. The current volume level willshow on the LCD while the volume is being adjusted.Change to channel mode as described above.FCC LICENSING INFORMATIONThis radio operates on Family Radio Service(FRS) as well as General Mobile RadioService (GMRS) channels and is subject tothe Rules and Regulations of the FederalCommunications Commission (FCC). TheFCC requires that all operators using theGMRS frequencies obtain a radio licensebefore operating their equipment.To obtain license forms by mail, call the FCCat 1-800-418-FORMFor questions about the license application,contact the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCCOr on the web at http://www.fcc.govSPECIFICATIONSDescription:Channels - 22Operating Frequency - 462.5500 -467.7125 MHzPower Source - 3 AAA AlkalineBatteriesOutput Power - 500mW ERP MaximumBattery Life - 48 Hours (5% transmit,5% receive, and 90% standby)1-22Serviceyouand release+-and releaseIncorrect installation ofbatteries may result in aninoperative or damaged unitRemove batteries before storing your unit for extended periods. Batteriescorrode over time and may leak or damage the unit.
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Ch No Frequency MHz Cross Reference 1 462.5625 GMRS & FRS 1 2 462.5875 GMRS & FRS 2 3 462.6125 GMRS & FRS 3 4 462.6375 GMRS & FRS 4 5 462.6625 GMRS & FRS 5 6 462.6875 GMRS & FRS 6 7 462.7125 GMRS & FRS 7 8 467.5625 FRS 8 9 467.5875 FRS 9 10 467.6125 FRS 10 11 467.6375 FRS 11 12 467.6625 FRS 12 13 467.6875 FRS 13 14 467.7125 FRS 14 15 462.5500 GMRS 11 16 462.5750 GMRS 8 17 462.6000 GMRS 12 18 462.6250 GMRS 9 19 462.6500 GMRS 13 20 462.6750 GMRS 10 21 462.7000 GMRS 14 22 462.7250 GMRS 15 Figure 3

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