Uniden America UT020 PORTABLE FRS/GMRS RADIO User Manual USERS MANUAL

Uniden America Corporation PORTABLE FRS/GMRS RADIO USERS MANUAL

USERS MANUAL

GMR535-2GMR535-2*Range may vary depending on environmental and/or topographical conditions.• 15 GMRS / 7 FRS Channels• Long Battery Life• Up to 5-mile Range*• Channel Scan• Channel Monitor• Battery Strength Meter• Call Button• Roger Beep• Keytone on/off1 Antenna2 PTT (Push-To-Talk) Button3 Channel/Scan up Key4 Call/lock Key5 Channel/Scan down Key6 Speaker7 Volume up/Monitor Key8 Power On/Off Key9 Volume down/Monitor Key10 Microphone11 Channel Indicator12 Receive Indicator13 Battery Level Indicator14 Transmit IndicatorCongratulations on your purchase of theUniden GMR535-2 (General Mobile RadioService) radio. This lightweight, palm-sized,radio is a state-of-the-art device, equippedwith many valuable features. Use it at sportingevents, to stay in contact with family andfriends, hiking, skiing, outdoors, or in a neighborhood watch for vital communication.PACKAGE CONTENTSYour package contains the 2 GMR535 radios,this reference guide and 2 belt clips. You willneed to purchase 6 AAA alkaline batteries inorder to operate these units.FCC GMRS LICENSEThe GMR535-2 radio operates on the GeneralMobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencieswhich require a Federal CommunicationsCommission license to operate. For licensing information and application forms,visit the FCC on-line at:www.fcc.gov/wtb/ulsor call the FCC hotline at 1-800-418-3676. Ifyou have any questions you can contact theFCC direct at 1-888-225-5322.INSTALL THE OPTIONAL BATTERIESYour GMR535-2 radio uses 3 AAA alkaline batteries (not included) for power. We recommend using high quality alkaline batteries.To install the batteries:1) Make sure your radio is OFF.2) Remove the battery compartment door by pressing on and sliding the compartmentdoor, and remove the cover.3) Install 3 AAA Alkaline batteries (not included) into the battery compartment. Becertain to follow the + and – symbols in the compartment. Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit from operating.4) Replace the battery compartment door by sliding the door into place.USING THE RADIOIn order to get the most out of your new radio, readthis reference guide completely before attempting tooperate the radio.Turning the Radio On and Adjusting the Volume1) Press and hold the key to turn the radio ON.2) To change the volume level press the vol/mon ▲or ▼key to increase or decrease the volumelevel.3) Press and hold the key to turn the radio OFF.Adjusting the Sound (Key Beeps)Your radio emits a beep each time one of the keys(except for the PTT button and call/lock key) ispressed. The sound of the Key Beep will increase ordecrease depending on the volume level setting.To turn OFF this beep:Press and hold the call/lock key while turning ONthe radio.To turn ON this beep:Turn the radio OFF and ON again without pressingthe call/lock key.Choosing a ChannelYour GMR535-2 radio has 22 channels you canuse to talk to others. In order to speak to someone,each of you must be set to the same channel.To choose a channel:Press the ch/scan ▲or ▼key to increase ordecrease the channel number displayed.Channel Scan FeatureYour GMR535-2 radio has a channel scan featurethat allows you to easily scan all 22 channels. Whenan active channel is detected, the unit pauses onthat channel until the channel is clear. Then after a 2second delay, the radio continues scanning.Pressing PTT button while the scan is paused on achannel will allow you to transmit on that channel.To turn ON channel scan:Press and hold either the ch/scan ▲or ▼key for3 seconds. The channel number on the display willrapidly cycle through the channels.To turn OFF channel scanning:Press either the ch/scan ▲or ▼key.Talking on Your RadioTo talk to others using the radio:1) Press and hold the PTT button and speak in aclear, normal voice about 2-3 inches away fromthe microphone.While you are transmitting, the tx icon is displayed. To avoid cutting off the first part ofyour transmission, pause slightly after pressingthe PTT button before you start talking.2) When you are finished speaking, release thePTT button. You can now receive incoming calls.While receiving, the rx icon is displayed.Transmitting a Call Alert ToneYour GMR535-2 radio is equipped with a call tonethat will be transmitted when the call/lock key ispressed.To transmit the call tone, tap the call/lock key. Thetone will be transmitted.Auto Squelch FeatureThe GMR535-2 is equipped with an automaticsquelch system which shuts off weak transmissionsand unwanted noise due to terrain conditions or ifyou have reached your range limit.Monitor Mode FeatureYour GMR535-2 radio allows you to listen for weak signals on the current channel at the press of a key.To turn ON monitor mode:Press and hold the vol/mon ▲or ▼key.The rx icon will blink.To turn OFF monitor mode:Press the vol/mon ▲or ▼key. The rx icon willstop blinking and disappears.Automatic Power Save FeatureYour GMR535-2 has a unique circuit designed to dramatically extend the life of the batteries. If there isneither a transmission nor an incoming call within 2 seconds, your radio switches to the Power Save mode.The radio is still able to receive transmissions in thismode.KEYLOCK ON/OFFPress and hold the call/lock key until the "L"appears. After 1 second, the LCD will return to thechannel display.To exit Keylock on mode, press and hold call/lockagain.Note: While in keylock on mode, it will still receive transmissions.SPECIFICATIONSChannels 15 GMRS / 7 FRSOperating Frequency UHF 462.5500-467.7125 MHzPower Source 3 AAA Alkaline Batteries(not included)Battery Life 20 Hours typical(5/5/90 duty cycle)Frequency ChartCh. Freq. Ch. Freq.1 462.5625 12 467.66252 462.5875 13 467.68753 462.6125 14 467.71254 462.6375 15 462.55005 462.6625 16 462.57506 462.6875 17 462.60007 462.7125 18 462.62508 467.5625 19 462.65009 467.5875 20 462.675010 467.6125 21 462.700011 467.6375 22 462.7250ROGER BEEPRoger Beep is a BEEP that is sent automatically atthe end of transmissions.Roger Beep can be heard through the speakerwhen both Roger beep and Key Beep are set toON. When Roger beep is set to ON and Key BeepOFF, Roger Beep will not be heard from the speaker but it will be transmitted to your party.When Roger Beep is set to OFF, Roger Beep neither be heard nor transmitted.To turn OFF Roger Beep:Press and hold the ch/scan ▲key while turningON the radio.To turn ON Roger Beep:Turn the radio OFF and ON again without pressingch/scan ▲key.Note: If you press either the ch/scan ▲or ▼key while the unit is pausing on a channel, scanning will resume.UT01020ZZ_1 11/17/05 10:35 AM Page 1
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.(2) This device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that may causeundesired operation.Important: Changes or modifications to this unitnot expressly approved by Uniden could void yourauthority to operate this unit. Your radio is set up to transmit a regulated signal on an assigned frequency. It is against the law to alter or adjust thesettings inside the radio to exceed those limitations.Any adjustments to your radio must be made byqualified technicians.To be safe and sure:• Never open your radio’s case.• Never change or replace anything in your radio except the batteries.Your radio might cause TV or radio interferenceeven when it is operating properly. To determinewhether your radio is causing the interference, turnit off. If the interference goes away, your radio iscausing it. Try to eliminate the interference by moving your radio away from the receiver. If youcannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requiresthat you stop using the radio.Hazardous Environments: Do not operate theradio in hazardous environments. Explosion or firemay result. Do not operate the radio near unshielded electrical blasting caps.Under certain conditions, radios can interfere withblasting operations and may cause an explosion.Turn your radio OFF to prevent accidental transmission when in a blasting area or in areasposted: "Turn off two-way radio." Constructioncrews often use remote control RF devices to setoff explosives.Care and Safety: To clean the radio, use a softcloth dampened with water. Do not use cleaners orsolvents because they can harm the body of theunit and leak inside, causing permanent damage.Use a dry, lint-free cloth to clean the battery contacts. Do not submerge the unit in water. If theunit gets wet, turn it off and remove the batteriesimmediately.Dry the battery compartment with a soft cloth tominimize potential water damage. Leave the batterycompartment cover off overnight to ensure complete drying. Do not use the radio until the unitis completely dry.Important: Evidence of original purchase isrequired for warranty service.WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION ("Uniden")ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, forone year, to the original retail owner, this UnidenProduct to be free from defects in materials andcraftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusionsset out below.WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to theoriginal user shall terminate and be of no furthereffect 12 months after the date of original retailsale. The warranty is invalid if the Product is:(A) damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, sub-assemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperlyinstalled, (D) serviced or repaired by someoneother than an authorized Uniden service center fora defect or malfunction covered by this warranty,(E) used in any conjunction with equipment or partsor as part of any system not manufactured byUniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyoneother than as detailed by the owner’s manual forthis product.STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that theproduct does not conform to this warranty at anytime while this warranty is in effect, warrantor willeither, at its option, repair or replace the defectiveunit and return it to you without charge for parts,service, or any other cost (except shipping andhandling) incurred by warrantor or its representatives in connection with the performanceof this warranty. Warrantor, at its option, mayreplace the unit with a new or refurbished unit.THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVEIS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEUOF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIESOF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHEREXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOTLIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OFMERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.THIS WARRANTY DOESNOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OVERPAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitationof incidental or consequential damages so theabove limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have otherrights which vary from state to state. This warrantyis void outside the United States of America andCanada.PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCEOF WARRANTY: If, after following the instructionsin the owner’s manual you are certain that theProduct is defective, pack the Product carefully(preferably in its original packaging). The Productshould include all parts and accessories originallypackaged with the Product. Include evidence oforiginal purchase and a note describing the defectthat has caused you to return it.The Product shouldbe shipped freight prepaid, by traceable means, towarrantor:ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYFCC INFORMATIONWARNING! Read this information before using the radio In August 1996 the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) of the United States with itsaction in Report and Order FCC 96-326 adoptedan updated safety standard for human exposure toradio frequency electromagnetic energy emitted byFCC regulated transmitters.Those guidelines are consistent with the safetystandard previously set by both U.S. and international standards bodies. The design of theradio complies with the FCC guidelines and theseinternational standards.Never allow children to operate the radio withoutadult supervision and the knowledge of the following guidelines.WARNING! It is up to the user to properly operatethis radio transmitter to insure safe operation.Please adhere to the following:Use only the supplied or an approved antenna.Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could impair call quality, damage theradio, or result in violation of FCC regulations.Do not use the radio with a damaged antenna. If adamaged antenna comes into contact with the skin,a minor burn may result. Please contact your localdealer for a replacement antenna.Body-worn OperationThis device was tested for typical body-worn operations using the supplied belt-clip.To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposurerequirements, Body-worn operations are restrictedto the supplied belt-clip.For hand-held operation, the radio should be held1 inch from the user's face. The use of accessoriesthat do not satisfy these requirements may notcomply with FCC RF exposure requirements andshould be avoided.For more information about RF exposure, pleasevisit the FCC web site at www.fcc.gov.FCC RF EXPOSURE INFORMATIONCovered under one or more of the following U.S. patents:4,684,870 4,734,049 5,203,015 5,214,7895,491,745 5,497,508 5,517,677 5,557,6065,574,994 5,610,946 5,613,201 5,625,8705,627,876 5,628,059 5,634,196 5,634,2055,678,176 5,697,096 5,717,312 5,722,0705,787,345 5,901,341 6,021,326 6,084,8616,163,691 6,195,415 6,353,730 6,839,550Uniden America CorporationParts and Service Division4700 Amon Carter Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76155(800) 297-1023, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST,Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST,Saturday, Sunday and Holidays (except Thanksgiving and Christmas).www.uniden.com© 2006 Uniden America CorporationAll rights reserved Printed in ChinaUTZZ01020ZZ(0)UT01020ZZ_1 11/17/05 10:35 AM Page 2

Navigation menu