Audiovox FR-560FM User Manual

Owners Manual Manuel d'utilisation

Model/Modèle FR-560FM

Two Way Family Radio With Built-In Broadcast FM Receiver

Walkie-talkie avec récepteur de radio FM incorporé

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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR SELECTION

OF THE FR-560FM

It is one of the most sophisticated and reliable two way

family radios available.

BEFORE OPERA TING YOUR FR-560FM

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY

FEATURES

Your FR-560FM Family Radio with a built-in broadcast FM receiver is a portable, easy to use, two-way radio that you can carry almost anywhere. It is skillfully constructed to give you reliable communications for many different applications. The FR-560FM is ideal for use around the house, in your boat, on hunting and camping trips, on the ski slopes or at the mall.

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PERFORMANCE

Y our transceiver will achieve its maximum operating range when communicating with other transceivers in a flat open area with no trees or buildings obstructing its signal. Range may be up to two miles under such conditions. Obstacles such as buildings, trees or mountains will tend to reduce the transceiver’s effective range.

FCC WARNING

Replacement or substitution of transistors, diodes or other parts of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended by the manufacturer, may cause a violation of the technical regulations of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

SAFETY INFORMA TION

Your wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter. When the PTT 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 August 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for hand-held wireless devices.

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SAFETY INFORMA TION (CONTINUED) Important: T o maintain compliance with the FCC’ s RF exposure

guidelines hold the transmitter at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) from your face and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away. If you wear the handset on your body while using the headset accessory, use only the Audiovox supplied belt clip for this product and ensure that the antenna is at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) from your body when transmitting. Use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.

Normal Position: Hold the transmitter approximately 1” from your face and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed

up and away.

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FUNCTION AND LOCA TION OF THE CONTROLS

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1. Power Button (PWR): Press and hold this button for 2 seconds to turn the transceiver on or off.

2. Push-to-Talk Button (PTT): Press to transmit. Release to receive.

3. Monitor Button (M): Press and hold to bypass the squelch and listen to channel activity.

4. Belt Clip

5. Battery Compartment

6. Speaker

7. Microphone

8. Call Button: Press and hold this button t o send a ringing sound

to other radios tuned to the same channel.

9. Down Button (

): Press this button to decrease the volume

or channel setting.

10. Up Button (

): Press this button to increase the volume or

channel setting.

11. LCD Display: Displays the current FRS channel number as well as other functions.

12. Function Select Button (F): Press this button to toggle through and select unit functions.

13. Antenna: Place in the up position for transceiver use, down position for storage.

14. Microphone / Charger Jack (MIC/CHG): For use with an external microphone and optional battery charger.

15. Speaker (SP.) Jack: For use with an Audiovox approved headset accessory only.

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LCD DISPLAY AND OPERATION

The FR-560FM is equipped with an LCD display to indicate its settings and functions. When the radio is on, pressing any button will illuminate the display for 5 seconds.

Transmission Indicator Call Button Indicator Low Battery Alert Indicator Battery Saver Mode Indicator Beep tone Indicator FRS channel Indicator (1–14). Preset FM memory number. Busy Channel Indicator. Appears on display when

unit is receiving a signal. SCAN Indicator appears during channel scan FM Mode Indicator Key Lock Indicator VOX Function Indicator V olume Level Indicator Dual Watch Indicator

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BATTER Y INST ALLA TION

Your FR-560FM requires three “AAA” alkaline cells or three rechargeable “AAA” cells. Alkaline batteries will provid e th e best performance from your transceiver. Remove the battery cover by rotating the belt clip away from the battery compartment. Slide the battery cover downward while applying pressure at the its grooved section. Observe the polarity symbols inside the battery tray when installing the batteries.

CAUTION:

Incorrect battery installation can damage the unit. The microphone / charger jack is intended for use with Audiovox approved charging accessories only . Refer to the documentation included with the battery charger . Never attempt to charge alkaline batteries with the optional battery charger.

BATTERY SAVER MODE

Y our FR-560FM has a unique circuit designed to dramatically extend the life of its batteries. After 10 seconds of inactivity , the FR-560FM will switch to battery saver mode. While in battery saver mode, the battery saver mode indicator ( ) is present on the display , and the transceiver will remain ready to receive any incoming transmissions while the battery saver mode is active. Pressing any of the buttons, except the up, down or power buttons, will exit the battery saver mode and illuminate the display .

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USING YOUR FR-560FM

Turning the Transceiver On and Off (PWR)

Pressing the PWR button (1) for 2 seconds will activate the unit. The speaker will sound a beep tone to confirm the transceiver’s activation. In addition, the transceiver will perform a 1-second power-on self-test, whereby the LCD display will show all functional items. To turn the unit off, simply press and hold the PWR button for 2 seconds; then release it.

Volume Level

Audio reception volume is controlled by the Up ( ▲ ) and the Down ( ▼ ) button. Momentarily pressing either button will raise or lower the volume level. A bar graph on the right side of the display will show the volume level setting.

Call Button (8)

When the CALL button is pressed, the FR-560FM will transmit a 3-second ringing sound to other transceiver ’s tuned to the same channel. This feature can be used to signal other parties that voice communication is desired.

Low Battery Alert

When the batteries are in need of replacement or charging, the low battery icon

Monitor Button (M)

Y ou can monitor channel activity by pressing the Monitor (M) button (3). If pressed for more than 2 seconds, the monitor feature will be locked “on” to continuously monitor channel activity . Momentarily press the Monitor button again to return to normal operation.

will appear on the LCD display .

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