User manual UNIDEN GMR1838-2CK

[. . . ] GMR1838-2CK · 15 GMRS / 7 FRS Channels · 99 Sub Codes (CTCSS Tone and DCS Code) · Up to 18 Mile Range* · Internal VOX Circuitry · 5 Selectable Call Tone Alerts · Backlit LCD Display · Optional Headset Accessories · Headset Jack · · · · · · · Roger Beep Battery Charger Battery Level Meter Channel Monitor Channel Scan Keypad Lock DC IN 9V Jack Congratulations on your purchase of the Uniden GMR1838-2CK (General Mobile Radio Service) radio. This lightweight, palm-sized, radio is a stateof-the-art device, equipped with many valuable features. Use it at sporting events, to stay in contact with family and friends, hiking, skiing, outdoors, or in a neighborhood watch for vital communication. prevent the unit from operating. 4) Replace the battery compartment door. BATTERY LEVEL AND LOW BATTERY ALERT This unit has a battery level meter on the display to indicate the status of the batteries. [. . . ] To order the following optional accessories, visit our web site at www. uniden. com or call 1-800-554-3988 during regular business hours. · NiMH Battery Pack - #BP40 · Charging Cradle - #RC1032 · Headset - #HS910/HS915/ZA-133 · AC Adapter - #AD-0001 · DC Adapter - #DC-1002 USING THE RADIO In order to get the most out of your new radio, read this reference guide completely before attempting to operate the unit. Turning the Radio On and Adjusting the Volume 1) Press and hold the key to turn the radio ON, and increase the speaker volume by pressing the L key. To decrease the volume, press the M key. 2) Press and hold the key again 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 key) is pressed. To turn this sound OFF, press and hold the call key while turning ON the radio. Choosing a Channel Your radio has 22 channels and 99 Sub codes you can use to talk to others. In order to speak to someone, each of you must be set to the same channel and Sub code. To choose a channel: With the radio in "Normal" operating mode press the chan tone key and press the L or M key to increase or decrease the channel number displayed. Note: Channels 1-7 have an typical range of up to 18 miles. Channels 8-14 have an typical range of up to 5 miles. Channels 15-22 have an typical range of up to 18 miles. You can know which GMRS or FRS channel is active by the icon. hi icon is displayed while scanning GMRS channels, and the lo icon is displayed while scanning FRS channels. Choosing a Sub Code Each of the channels 1-22 may have any one of the codes, OFF or 1-99 selected. Code oF (OFF) indicates no Sub code selected and your radio can receive a signal regardless of the code settings of the transmitting radio. 1) Press chan tone in channel select mode. 2) Press the L or M key to increase or decrease the code number displayed. You can also select oF (OFF) at this stage. 3) Exit the Menu. CHARGING THE RADIO If you use the rechargeable NiMH battery pack, two GMR1838-2CK radios can be charged directly or by using the supplied charging cradle. Charge by Using the Radio 1) Connect the optional DC adapter (#DC-1002) to DC IN 9V jack of the radio and to a cigarette lighter port. [. . . ] For hand-held operation, the radio should be held 1 inch from the user's face. The use of accessories that do not satisfy these requirements may not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements and should be avoided. For more information about RF exposure, please visit the FCC web site at www. fcc. gov. ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service. WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION ("Uniden") ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below. [. . . ]