Audiovox FRS122-2 User Manual

FAMILY RADIO SERVICE (FRS)

Model

FRS122-2

Released: 3-10-03

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CAUTION

NEVER ATTEMPT T O CHARGE ALKALINE OR DRY CELL BA TTERIES, AS BA TTERIES MAY BURST CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT . WHEN RECHARGING NICKEL MET AL HYDRIDE (NiMH) BATTERIES WITH THE SUPPLIED AUDIOVOX CHARGER AND W ALL ADAPTER, USE ONL Y AUDIOVOX-APPROVED RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES. USE OF THE AUDIOVOX CHARGER WITH OTHER BRANDS OF BA TTERIES IS NOT RECOMMENDED, AS BATTER Y CHARGING TIMES WILL V ARY WITH DIFFERENT BRANDS. REFER TO THE MANUF ACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGING OTHER BRANDS OF BA TTERIES.

AVOID PLACING THE FRS122-2 RADIO TRANSCEIVER FOR PROLONGED PERIODS OF TIME IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR TEMPERA TURES BELOW -4° F (-20° C) OR ABOVE 140 ° F (60° C).

KEEP THE ANTENNA AT 1 INCH (2.5 cm) A W A Y FROM YOUR HEAD AND BODY. DO NOT USE YOUR FRS122-2 RADIO TRANSCEIVER WITH A DAMAGED ANTENNA.

PLACE THE RUBBER COVERS ON JACKS WHEN NOT IN USE.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Operation is subject to the following two conditions : (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Model FRS122-2

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1. Battery Cover

2. Monitor (M) Button

3. Detachable Carry Clip

4. Push-T o-T alk (PTT) and Func-

tion Confirmation Button

5. Antenna

6. External Speaker (SP)/

Microphone (MIC)/CHG Jack

7. Built-in Speaker

8. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

9. Built-in Microphone

10. Up Channel/Volume Button

11. Down Channel/Volume

Button

12. MODE/VOX Button

13. Power On/Off and SCAN

Button

14. Battery Charging Contacts

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Model FRS122-2 DISPLAY

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1.Roger Beep Tone Indicator: This icon appears when the Roger Beep

tone is on, and disapppears when the tone is not in use.

2.Transmit Indicator: Icon appears when the unit is in the transmit mode (PTT button activated or VOX mode active).

3.Busy Indicator: This icon appears when the unit is receiving a transmission.

4.Large Segment Display: Indicates the channel number in use between 1 and 14.

5.Scan Indicator: This function allows the user to scan a chanel every

0.5 second to search for a valid signal.

6.HI/LO Indicators: Appropriate icon appears when the transmit power is set to desired output power.

7.Battery Level Indicator: Icon appears flashing to indicate low battery charge level.

8.Small Segment Display: Indicates the CTCSS tone code (1-38) function is active for the main channel in use.

9.Monitor Indicator: This function is not used.

10.Key Lock Indicator: This function is not used.

11.Voice Activated T ransmission (VOX) Indicator: This function allows

hands-free conversation. The icon appears when the VOX mode is activated.

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Equipment and Accessories Supplied

1. Radio (2) FRS122-2

2. Owner’s Manual (1) 128-6675

Optional Accessories

1. Rechargeable Batteries (4) NiMH, P/N GMRS1222BAT

2. Boom Microphone/Headset GMRSBHST4

3. Dual Desk-Top Charger GMRS1222DS

4. AC Wall Adapter GMRS1222AC

5. Vehicle Cigarette Lighter Adapter GMRS1502CG

6. Leather Carrying Case GMRS1502LC

Powering the transceiver:

Your FRS122-2 radio transceiver operates on four AAA batteries. Alkaline batteries will provide slightly better performance than rechargeable batteries. Only Audiovox-approved rechargeable batteries (optional) can be recharged in the radio transceiver using the optional charging accessories. This will ensure optimum performance for the FRS122-2. Battery charging time is typically 10-12 hours. Use of the optional Audiovox charging equipment with other brands of rechargeable batteries is not recommended as battery charging times will vary. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for charging other brands of batteries.

Batteries

There are three methods of powering the FRS122-2:

1. Alkaline Batteries.

WARNING: Do not attempt to recharge Alkaline batteries.

2. Audiovox Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries - (Rechargeable Bat-

teries, Wall Adapter, Charging Stand and Cigarette Lighter Adapter can be purchased separately).

Use only Audiovox-approved rechargeable batteries and optional charging equipment when charging batteries internal to the unit.

NOTE: To extend battery life, avoid overcharging the batteries.

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3. Various Brands o f Rechargeable Batteries - Use of the

Audiovox charger with other brands of rechargeable batteries is not recommended, as battery charging times will vary with different brands of batteries. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for charging other brands of batteries.

Installing the batteries:

Battery installation is made more convenient when the carry clip is either rotated left or right to the horizontal position, or is removed. Simply rotate the clip in either direction to the horizontal position. Be careful not to use excessive force. To remove the clip, press down on the spring release tab and pull the clip straight out from the radio body. Next, press down with the thumb at the embossed arrow, slide the battery cover down and lift it away from the compartment. Insert four AAA batteries (alternate positive ends (+) toward the top of the transceiver, starting left-to-right.

CLIP SPRING RELEASE TA B

CARRY CLIP

BATTERY COVER

1. Using thumb, press down on battery cover at arrow and slide cover down.

2. Then lift cover at bottom to open. Remove cover.

COVER ARROW

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POSITIVE TERMINALS

3. Insert four AAA batteries (positive (+) end toward the top begining at left side and alternating positive terminals as shown).

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The following guidelines will improve performance and provide longer operating times for the FRS122-2:

1. Do not mix old and new batteries.

2. The use of alkaline-type batteries is recommended to provide the longest operating time.

3. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable batteries.

4. If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. Old or leaking batteries can cause damage to the unit and will void the warranty.

MIC/CHG/ SP JACK

MODE

OPTIONAL AC WALL ADAPTER/CHARGING TRANSFORMER

ADAPTER POWER

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FRS122-2

PLUG

MODEL: GMRS1222AC

AUDIO OX

LISTED 81J1

E81356

INPUT: 110VAC OUTPUT: 7.5VDC

NOTE:

Only

Audiovox approved rechargeable batteries (P/N GMRS1222BAT) can be recharged in the radio transceiver.

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