Audiovox GMRS-7000 User Manual

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General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)

General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)

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CAUTION

ONLY USE THE AUDIOVOX-APPROVED RECHARGER WHEN RE­CHARGING THE NICKEL MET AL HYDRIDE (NiMH) BATTER Y PACK.
USE ONLY THE AUDIOVOX RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK AP­PROVED FOR THIS UNIT . DO NOT USE THE AUDIOVOX CHARGER WITH
OTHER BRANDS OF BATTERIES.

AVOID PLACING THE GMRS-7000 RADIO TRANSCEIVER FOR PRO­LONGED PERIODS OF TIME IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR TEMPERA­TURES BELOW -4° F (-20° C) OR ABOVE 140 ° F (60° C).

KEEP THE ANTENNA AT 1 INCH (2.5 cm) A W AY FROM YOUR HEAD AND
BODY. DO NOT USE YOUR GMRS-7000 RADIO TRANSCEIVER WITH A
DAMAGED ANTENNA.PLACE THE RUBBER COVER ON JACKS WHEN
NOT IN USE.

GMRS LICENSE:

USE OF THIS RADIO WITHIN THE UNITED ST ATES REQUIRES AN FCC
GMRS LICENSE. AN INDIVIDUAL18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER, WHO IS
NOT A REPRESENT ATAIVE OF A FOREIGN GOVERNMENT, IS ELIGIBLE
TO APPL Y FOR A GMRS SYSTEM LICENSE. YOU WILL NEED TWO FORMS
FROM THE FCC; FCC FORM 159 AND FCC FORM 605 MAIN FORM AND
SCHEDULE F. YOU CAN FIND THE FORMS ONLINE AT: HTTP://
WWW.FCC.GOV/FORMP AGE.HTML, OR CALL 1-800-418-3676.

POWER SETTING (Refer to Page 12.)

Your GMRS-7000 can operate at two power levels: High (2W) and Low
(0.5W). You will find that for the majority of your needs, the low-power
setting will provide adequate communications and there should seldom
be any need to use high power, except in situations where you need
absolute maximum range. Using low power will greatly extend battery
life. We suggest you experiment with switching between low and high
power. However, we do recommend that you
unless it proves to be necessary in your particular situation.

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1. Battery Pack

2. Monitor (M)/Backlight Button

3. Carry Clip Stud

4. Push-T o-T alk (PTT) Button

5. Antenna

6. External Speaker(SPK)/Micro-
phone (MIC) Jack

7. Built-in Speaker

8. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

9. Built-in Microphone

10. Up Channel/Volume Button

11. Down Channel/Volume Button

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12. MODE Button

13.SCAN/Lock Button

14. Emergency (EMG) Call

Button

15. Power On/Off Control

16. Combination Transmit Indi-

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Monitor Indicator (Green)

17. Battery Pack Charging Jack
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18. Battery Pack Charging Con­tacts

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1.Key Lock Indicator: Icon appears when the keypad is locked. This

function disables keys such as channel up/down and MODE.

2.Monitor Indicator: Icon appears when the Monitor (M) button is
pressed and the channel monitor function is activated.

3.Dual Watch Mode Indicator: Indicator appears when dual watch
modeis active.

4.Voice Activated T ransmission (VOX) Indicator: This function allows
hands free conversation. The indicator appears when the VOX mode
is activated.

5.Battery Level Indicator: Icon indicates the battery charge level.

6.Out of Range Indicator: Icon will be on steady when received signal

strength is normal; icon flashes when signal strength becomes weak
and intermittant.

7.Large Segment Display: Indicates the channel number in use.

8.Signal Strength Indicator: Icon appears when a signal is being

received. The icon consists of five bars to indicate the received signal
level.

9.Emergency Indicator: EMG Icon appears when the EMG button is
pressed. (The frequency is NOT monitored by authorities).

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10.Weather Mode Indicator: Icon will be on steady when in the weather

band mode. The icon will blink when in the GMRS mode with the alert
active.

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

12.Caller Identification (ID) Indicator: This indication appears when
you select a caller identification code (between 1 and 10). ID selection
operates in conjunction with the small segment display, and can also
be used to identify a calling party in the monitor mode.

13.Coded T one Controlled Squelch System (CTC) Indicator: Indicator
appears when the CTCSS tone function is active.

14. Small Segment Display: Displays the CTCSS tone option in the
channel from (00-38).

15.Scan Indicator: This function allows the user to scan a channel and/
or a tone code every .5 second to search for a valid signal.

16.Beep Tone Indicator: Icon appears when beep button confirmation
tone is selected; icon disappears when tone is off.

17.RogerBeep Tone On/Off Indicator: This icon appears when the
Roger Beep tone is on, and disappears when tone is not in use.

Powering the transceiver:

Your GMRS-7000 radio transceiver operates on an NiMH rechargeable
battery pack. Only Audiovox-approved rechargeable batteries can be
recharged in the radio transceiver using the charging Adapter supplied
with the unit. This will ensure optimum performance for the
GMRS-7000. Use of the Audiovox Adapter with other brands of batteries is
not recommended.

Batteries

The GMRS-7000 is powered by:

Audiovox Rechargeable NiMH Battery Pack - (Rechargeable
NiMH battery pack and Charging Adapter included). Use only
the Audiovox-approved rechargeable battery pack and charger
when charging the battery pack internal to the unit.

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

Installing the battery pack:

Battery pack installation is made more convenient when the carry clip is
removed. To do this, press down on the spring latch securing the clip to
radio and slide the clip downward and away from the mounting stud. Next,
at the battery pack retaining clip, press up with the thumb to release the top
of the battery pack and lift off the entire pack assembly.

BATTER Y P ACK
RET AINING CLIP

BATTER Y
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BATTER Y
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1. Using thumb,
press up on
battery retaining
clip to release
top of battery
pack.

CARRY CLIP
MOUNTING STUD

2. While holding
retaining clip up,
grasp battery
pack tabs with
other hand and lift
battery pack up
and off unit.

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SPRING
LATCH

CARRY
CLIP

3. Insert bottom of
battery pack into
bottom of
compartment; then
press top into place
until retaining clip
clicks into locked
position. Replace
carry clip onto
mounting stud.

To improve performance and provide longer operating times for the
GMRS-7000:

If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove
the battery pack. An old or leaking battery pack can cause damage to
the unit and will void the warranty.

AC/DC ADAPTER,

BATTER Y
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MODEL SJ-08350
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OUTPUT : 8 VDC

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GMRS-7000 OPERATIONAL MODES

WEA THER BAND

CHANNEL
SELECT

WEATHER
BAND ALERT

Controls:

Power On/Off (15) Button

GMRS BAND

CHANNEL
SELECT

I D CODE
SELECT

CTCSS
SELECT

POWER
SELECT

VOX
SELECT

DUAL
WATCH

ROGER
BEEP

BUTTON
BEEP

CALL
SELECT

Press and hold the power on/off button ( ) for at least 2 seconds. You
will hear a confirming melody to indicate the unit is on. To turn the unit
off, press and hold the button for at least 2 seconds.

Monitor/Display Backlight Button (2)

This button is used to check activity on the current frequency before
transmitting. Check activity by pressing the Monitor (M) Button longer

than 2 seconds; the
hear static if frequency is clear .

icon will apppear on the display and you will

Do not transmit if you hear conversation.

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Hold down the Monitor Button again longer than 2 seconds and the
icon will disapppear from the display.
The monitor function will temporarily bypass the squelch setting and play

all signals on a given channel. This feature is useful when communicating
with other parties at extreme range.

By pressing the monitor button momentarily, the LCD backlight is turned
on accompanied by a beep tone; the LCD backlight will turn off automatically
in about 5 seconds, or when the monitor button is pressed momentarily
once again.

Push T o Talk (PTT) Button (4)

Pressing and holding this button will allow you to speak to any transceiver
that is set to the same channel and privacy code setting as yours. Hold the
transceiver approximately 1 to 2 inches from your face as you speak into
the built in microphone (9). After you have finished speaking, release the
PTT Button to allow reception of incoming signals. It is not possible to
transmit and receive at the same time. The Transmit/Monitor LED (16) on
the right side of the LCD Panel (8) will light

red

while the PTT Button is

pressed.
Releasing the button allows the unit to revert to standby mode. When

receiving an incoming signal, the Transmit/Monitor LED indicator will light

green

and the received signal strength indicator ( ) will display

the relative strength of the signal.
The PTT Button can also be used as a two-way call ringer. Pressing the

button twice quickly will call another party on the same channel. The Transmit

red

LED will light

for approximately 3 seconds and then go out.

Up Channel/Volume Button (10)

In the standby mode, pressing this button will increment the listening
volume. When in function edit mode this button will be used to adjust the
unit’s settings. The display will indicate the current volume level between 1
and 7 by the small number in the icon ( U

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Down Channel/Volume Button (1 1)

In the standby mode, pressing this button will decrement the listening
volume. When in function edit mode this button will be used to adjust the
unit’s settings. The display will indicate the current volume level between 1
and 7 by the small number in the icon ( U

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Mode Button (12)

This button is used to select the various GMRS and weather band feature
settings such as channel/CTCSS code selection, VOX mode, etc.

Emergency (EMG) Call Button Button (14)

This radio has a quick access button (EMG) to the Emergency and
Assistance Channel. This channel is NOT monitored by local authorities.

EMG

When using this channel,

appears on the display. Pressing this

button will set the transceiver to channel 10, operating on 462.6750 MHz.

External Speaker (SPK)/Microphone (MIC) Jack (6)

This jack accepts an optional Audiovox headset/microphone connector.
For additional optional equipment and accessories for the GMRS-7000
visit the Audiovox web site at www.audiovox.com.

Scan/Lock Button (13)

Press this Button momentarily to enable or disable the scan mode. Press
and hold Button for more than 1 second to lock or unlock the key pad,
except Power, PTT, Monitor (M), EMG, and Volume Up/Down. When the
keypad is locked, the (

) icon will display in the bottom left corner.

Operating Modes and Features

GRMS Operation:

- From GMRS standby mode, press and hold the ( ) button for 2
seconds to turn on power.

- Press the MODE button so the Channel number flashes.

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- Select the desired channel with the Up (10) and Down (11) Buttons.
When receiving a call, the signal strength meter appears to indicate
incoming received signal strength and the Monitor section of the
Transmit/Monitor LED (16) lights

- Press and hold the PTT button (4) to transmit, then speak into the
microphone clearly and slowly. The Transmit section of the Trans­mit/Monitor LED (16) lights

- Release PTT Button (4) to receive.

- Communication can only be accomplished when the channel and
CTCSS tone frequency of at least two parties are the same.

- The CTC icon will be displayed on the LCD panel if the CTCSS tone
frequency function is enabled.

red

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green

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Channel Selection

In order to communicate with other GMRS units, both transmitting and
receiving party must be on the same frequency.

The GMRS-7000 has 15 channels (frequencies) (1-15) indicated by the
large digits on the LCD display panel. Channels 1 through 7 are the
same frequency as FRS channels 1 through 7. Communication with
Audiovox FRS and compatible units is possible on these seven channels.
Before transmitting on the selected channel, press the Monitor (M) Button
(2) to check the activity on that channel. If there is activity on the selected
channel, change to another channel that is clear.

To change the channel:

- From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE button once so the
channel number flashes.

- Press the Up Button (10) briefly to move to the next higher main
channel number.

- Press the Down Button (11) briefly to move to the next lower main
channel number.

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CTCSS Mode (Sub-Channel) Selection

The Coded Tone Controlled Squelch System (CTCSS) provides 38 Sub-Fre­quencies. This feature allows you to utilize the coded squelch tones (01–

38) within a main channel to communicate with another party on the same
main channel using the same subcode. (This filters out unwanted trans­missions without the same coded squelch tone). There are 38 CTCSS
Sub-channels for each main channel. A different subcode may be se­lected for each of the 15 channels.

To change the CTCSS Sub-channel:

- From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE Button twice; a flashing

oF or sub-channel number is displayed, together with the flashing
CTC icon. If oF is displayed, press the Up or Down button to enable

the CTCSS mode; the CTC icon will also flash on the display with the
flashing sub-channel number.

- Then press the Up or Down button to select the desired sub-channel
for use.

- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.

The CTCSS mode can be turned off by selecting the oF icon as the setting.
NOTE: To communicate with other GMRS units, they must be switched to

the same channel and CTCSS subcode. To communicate with
other GMRS units that do not have subcodes, switch your unit to
the same channel with the subcode set to oF.

The CTCSS subcodes do not prevent others from hearing your
transmission. This will only allow you to ignore all traffic on a
given channel not using the same subcode.

Transmit Power Selection Mode

This feature permits selection of the transmitting power level to high or
low. Using low power, the unit will have a lower transmit range but
battery life will be increased. (Refer to page 2 for Power Setting notes.)

To access the transmitter power selection function:

- From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE Button three times

until the Po icon appears with a flashing HI or Lo indication on the
display.

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- Press the Up or Down button to toggle between the HI and Lo

selections.

- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.

The display will indicate the current setting in GRMS standby mode.

VOX Selection Mode

This option enables you to have hands-free conversation. Your voice or
nearby sound is detected and the radio transmits without the need to
press the PTT button.

To set radio for VOX operation:

- From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE button four times until
the VOX icon flashes on the display.

- Press the Up or Down button to select VOX On (if oF appears flash­ing) and the 1-5 VOX level sensitivity.

- Momentarily press the PTT button to confirm the VOX selection; the VOX
icon will appear steady on the LCD display.

A VOX sensitivity of 5 is the most sensitive, and should be used in a rela­tively quiet surrounding. A VOX sensitivity of 1 is the least sensitive and
should be used in a noisy surrounding.

VOX can be turned off by selecting oF as the setting.

Dual Watch Mode

This feature allows you to monitor two channels at the same time. While in
dual watch mode, the unit will continuously monitor both the primary and
dual watch channel. Received signals will be played for 5 seconds, then
the unit will resume scanning the two channels. Pressing the PTT button
during a received transmission will set the unit to transmit on the same
channel. Pressing the PTT button when no signal is received will set the
unit to transmit on the primary channel.

To set the Dual Watch Mode:

- From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE button five times; dc ap­pears on the display with the flashing DW icon. If the dual watch mode

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is off, the oF icon will also appear flashing.

- To enable the dual watch mode, press the Up or Down button; the dual
watch channel number will flash and start to increment up or down as
the Up or Down button is pressed.

NOTE: while selecting the dual watch channel, a long tone will sound

when the channel selected for dual watch mode is the same
as the primary channel when the key tone feature is enabled.

- Press the PTT button to confirm selection of the dual watch channel.
The display will now alternate between the primary channel and the
dual watch channel just selected.

Roger Beep Tone

The Roger Beep is a tone which is automatically transmitted whenever the
PTT button is released. This tone alerts the receiving party that the trans­mission has been terminated intentionally.

To enable and disable the Roger Beep tone:

- From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE Button six times until rb
appears on the display with the flashing Roger Beep icon (
or oF.

- Press the Up or Down Button to select the tone on or off as desired.

- When enabled, the tone icon (

- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.

) appears steady on the display.

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Key Tone

This feature allows the transceiver to sound a confirmation tone whenever
the following keys are pressed: Monitor (M) Button, Up/Down Buttons, MODE
Button, SCAN Button, or the EMG Button.

To turn the key tones on or off:

- From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE Button seven times until
bP, the Bell (

- Press the Up or Down Button to toggle the key tone feature On or Off.

- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.

) icon, and On or oF flash on the LCD display.

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When the key tone feature is on, the Bell icon appears steady on the
display, and the beep tones sound in response to button activation.

Caller Identification (ID) Select

The caller ID function allows you to assign an ID code between 1 and 10;
this code accompanies your transmission whenever you call another party,
and will appear at the receiving unit, provided it has caller ID capability.

To select a caller ID code for your unit:

- From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE button eight times; Id
appears, together with a flashing ID and number (or oF) indication.

- If oF appears, press the Up or Down Button to select the desired caller
identification code for your unit between 1 and 10.

- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.

Now, your caller ID number will accompany each transmission, and will
appear on the receiving unit, if the receiving unit is so equipped, and vice­versa.

Call Ringer Selection Mode

The transceiver provides 3 user-selectable call ringer melodies to alert
you to an incoming call.

To select your favorite call ringer melody:

- From GMRS standby mode, press the MODE button nine times;
C will appear on the display, together with a flashing number (or oF)
between 01 and 03, and an appropriate call ring.

- Press the Up or Down Button to preview and hear the 3 available call
melodies.

- Press the PTT button momentarily to confirm selection.

Refer to the PTT button (4) can also be used to initiate a call; pressing the
button twice quickly will call another party on the same channel and trans­mit the call ring signal at the same time.

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Emergency and Assistance Channel Mode

This radio has a quick access button (EMG) to the Emergency and
Assistance Channel. This channel is NOT monitored by local authorities.

To turn the Emergency Channel feature on or off:

- Press and release the EMG Button;
together with a Channel 10 indication.

- When the transceiver is set to Emergency Channel 10, The trans-

ceiver transmits and receives on a special frequency (CH10:

462.6750 MHz).

The Emergency Channel can be selected quickly from any user mode.

- To exit the Emergency Channel mode, press the Emergency (EMG)
Button;
radio reverts to the current user selected channel.

EMG

and Channel 10 disappear from the display, and the

EMG

appears on the display

Channel Scan Operation

This feature allows you to monitor all channels automatically for valid
signals. While scanning, you can transmit and receive. When a signal is
received, the scan is interrupted and will return to scan mode 15 seconds
after reception is terminated.

NOTE: While the scan function is active, the MODE button will be

inoperative. The scan mode will reduce the overall battery life
since the battery save function is overridden. The scan function is
disabled if the radio is set to the Emergency Channel feature.

To enable the channel scan mode:

- From GMRS standby mode, momentarily press the SCAN Button;
(SCAN) will appear on the LCD display.

- The radio will display each channel (1-15), and CTCSS subcode, if
enabled, in order as the scan mode operates to find an active main
channel.

- If the unit doesn’t find any signals and you want to transmit, press the
PTT switch to return to home channel operation. The transceiver will

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automatically resume scanning approximately 15 seconds after the
communication is completed.

- If there is no activity and you want to leave the scan mode, press the
SCAN button momentarily and the unit will return to normal operation;
the SCAN icon will disappear from the LCD display.

Auto Key Lock Selection Mode

This feature prevents accidental channel change to the preferred settings
of the unit. The Auto Key Lock function temporarily disables the MODE and

SCAN Buttons.
To access the Auto Key Lock selection menu:

- From GMRS standby mode, press and hold the Scan Button for over 2
seconds to Lock the Auto Key function; the (
display.

- The Power, PTT, Up/Down, EMG and Monitor Buttons are not effected.

- To unlock the Auto Key function, press and hold the SCAN button for at
least 2 seconds; the icon (

NOTE: If the unit is turned off while Key Lock is on, the Key Lock

mode will still be in effect when the unit is turned on again.

) disappears from the display.

) icon appears on the

Out of Range Indication

The GMRS-7000 provides an Out-of-Range indication when reception is
no longer intelligible or too weak to be discernible. When this condition

occurs, the OUT OF RANGE message and the
display, reminding you that you are outside the range of the unit, or that

signal reception is being obstructed by natural or man-made objects.

icon appears on the

Weather Band Operation
Channel Selection

This feature provides access to 10 channels within the weather band (7
NOAA channels and 3 Canadian marine channels. To select a weather
channel, the unit must be in the weather channel mode. Press and hold

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the MODE button for at least 2 seconds; the weather alert icon ( ) will
appear, together with a channel number in the band. Press the MODE
button (12) until the channel number flashes.

To change the channel:

- Press the Up Button (10) briefly to move to the next higher
main channel number.

- Press the Down Button (11) briefly to move to the next lower main
channel number.

Weather Alert Mode

The weather alert mode notifies the user of unusual weather situations
when the radio is set to the GMRS mode.

To access the weather alert function:

- From Weather Band standby mode, press the MODE button once to
access the weather channels and use the Up or Down Button to
select the desired channel.

- Press the MODE button again to access the weather alert function;
weather icon (

- Use the Up or Down buttons to enable (On)/disable (oF) the alert
function. The weather icon will stop blinking on the display in the
GMRS mode when the alert is disabled.

- Press the PTT Button to confirm your selection.

- Press and hold the MODE button for at least 2 seconds to exit the
weather function.

) and AL On or oF appear flashing on the display.

Battery Alert

The battery icon ( ) on the LCD display indicates the battery charge
level. When the battery icon appears empty, recharge the battery or install
a fresh battery pack. If the battery pack is not replaced, an audio tone will
sound every 10 seconds to warn the user that the battery pack must be
replaced or recharged.

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NOTES FOR GOOD COMMUNICA TION

1 . The GMRS-7000 15 channels are shared on a ‘take turns’ basis.

This means other groups may be talking on any of the channels.
A common code of ethics/courtesy is to switch to another vacant
channel and not to attempt to talk over someone who is already using
the channel you first selected.

2. The GMRS-7000 has been designed to maximize performance
and improve transmission range in the field. To avoid interference,
it is recommended that you do not use the units closer than 5 feet
apart.

3. For best transmission results, always keep your mouth about 2-3
inches from the microphone (9) and speak slowly in a normal voice.

4. To increase battery life, avoid features such as Scan and Dual
Watch. These features will reduce operating time considerably.

Warning

Do not operate the transceiver unless you are licensed to do so.

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Remove the battery from the transceiver if it is not expected to be used

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for long periods. This will eliminate the possibility of chemicals leaking
from the battery and corroding the transceiver.

Avoid exposing the transceiver to water or extremes of temperature.

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Do not use this device in or near a mining facility, which uses remotely

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triggered explosives or in areas labeled “Blasting Area”. Premature or
accidental detonation may result.

Do not attempt to modify or in any way increase the output of this

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transceiver. Its output is designed to meet the legal limits set by the FCC.
Do not use this device or change the battery in potentially explosive

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atmospheres as sparks in such areas could result in an explosion.
Turn your transceiver off wherever posted notices restrict the use of radios

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or cellular telephones. Facilities such as hospitals may use equipment
that is sensitive to RF energy.

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Turn your transceiver off on board aircraft when requested to do so.

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Do not place your radio in front of a vehicle’s air-bag. If the air-bag deploys,

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it could propel the transceiver like a projectile causing bodily injury.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Correction

No transmission Weak battery pack Charge or replace battery
while pressing pack
the PTT Button

Weak or no Weak battery pack Charge or replace battery
signal received Channel and privacy Adjust the transceiver’s

Unit beeps, but Battery pack extremely Charge or replace battery
will not function discharged pack
when turned on

Reception of CTCSS privacy mode Turn on the CTCSS privacy
unwanted signals not on mode and set code number to

code not set the same settings to match those
as target transceiver settings of the target

transceiver
Volume level too low Increase volume level
PTT Button inadvertently Release PTT Button
depressed
Excessive radio interference Change to a different
on a particular channel channel
Obstruction of radio signal Avoid operating in or near

large buildings or

obstructions

match the setting of the

target transceiver.
Interference from Turn the devices off or move
electronic devices such farther away from them.
as computers or TVs

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Technical Specifications:

General

Frequency Range

GMRS (15 Channels) 462.5500 - 462.7250 MHz
Channel Spacing 12.5 kHz
Weather Band (7 Channels) 162.4000 - 162.5500 MHz
Canadian Maritime (3 Channels) 161.6500, 161.7750, 163.2750 MHz
Privacy Codes 38 for each main channel

Dimensions (W x H x D) 2 . 1 0 i n x 3 . 8 6 i n x 1 .1 0 i n

(Without Antenna) 52 mm x 117 mm x 36 mm

Power Supply

Power Source Ni-MH rechargeable, Battery Pack,

6.0 VDC, 900 mAh

Operating Time 9 hours Low Power
(Transmit: Receive: Standby) 7 hours High Power
(5: 5: 90 ratio)

Receiver

Useable Sensitivity >-119 dBm
Maximum Audio Output Power > 0.3 Watt maximum (8 Ohm )
Modulation Distortion < 5% (1 kHz 70%)

Transmitter

RF Output Power 3.0 Watt maximum (high power)

1.0 Watt maximum (low power)
Maximum Deviation +/- 2.5 kHz
Modulation Distortion < 5% (1 kHz 70%)

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This transceiver complies with FCC regulations for use in the United
States of America. Use in other countries may be prohibited or restricted
by local regulation. Please check with the local regulating agency be­fore using this device outside the United States of America.

Weather Channel Frequencies:

Channel Freq. MHz

1 162.550 6 162.500
2 162.400 7 162.525
3 162.475 8* 161.650
4 162.425 9* 161.775
5 162.450 10* 163.275

*Canadian Marine

Channel Freq. MHz

Main Channel Frequencies:

Channel Freq. MHz

1 462.5625
2 462.5875
3 462.6125
4 462.6375
5 462.6625
6 462.6875
7 462.7125
8 462.5750

NOTE: Channels 1 through 7 are shared with FRS radios.

Channel Freq. MHz

9 462.6250
10 462.6750
11 462.5500
12 462.6000
13 462.6500
14 462.7000
15 462.7250

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Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System Tone

Frequencies (in Hz)

CTCSS Freq. Hz CTCSS Freq. Hz

1 67.0 2 0 131.8
2 71.9 2 1 136.5
3 74.4 2 2 141.3
4 77.0 2 3 146.2
5 79.7 2 4 151.4
6 82.5 2 5 156.7
7 85.4 2 6 162.2
8 88.5 2 7 167.9
9 91.5 2 8 173.8

10 94.8 29 179.9

11 97.4 3 0 186.2
12 100.0 31 192.8
13 103.5 32 203.5
14 107.2 33 210.7
15 1 10.9 34 218.1
16 1 14.8 35 225.7
17 1 18.8 36 233.6
18 123.0 37 241.8
19 127.3 38 250.3

* oF = No Tone

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90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY

Applies to Audiovox Family Radio and General Mobile Service Products.

AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this
product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven
defective in material or workmanship within 90 days from the date of original purchase, such
defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product (at the Company's option)
without charge for parts and repair labor.

To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be delivered
with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specification of defect(s),
transportation prepaid, to the warranty center at the address shown below.

The Company disclaims liability for communications range of this product.
This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of the

Company, has suffered or been damaged through alteration, improper installation, mishan­dling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial number/
bar code label(s). THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY
IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT,
SHALL THE COMPANY'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY
PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.

This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH
OF ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MER­CHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 30 MONTHS FROM DATE OF
ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. No person or representative is
authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with
the sale of this product.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions may
not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.

AUDIOVOX CORPORATION, 150 MARCUS BLVD., HAUPPAUGE, NEW YORK 11788

1-800-290-6650

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