Binatone MR200 User Manual

Using the PMR, continued

Scanning channels

When the SCAN function is turned on, the handset will continuously scan through all eight channels until it finds one on which another user is transmitting.

1 Press the MENU button TWICE

SCAN flashes on the display.

2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to start or stop scanning

When the handset detects an active channel, it will pause on that channel.

3 Press EITHER

the ENTER button to set this as the current channel

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the TALK button to transmit on this channel

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the ▲ or ▼ button to continue scanning

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Monitoring two channels at once (Dual Watch)

1 Press the MENU button THREE times

DW appears on the display, as well as the currently selected channel.

2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a second channel

The display switches backwards and forwards between the two selected channels. If the handset detects a signal on either channel, it will stop and receive it.

OR, to monitor for weak signals on the channel currently shown:

3 Press the MONI button; to stop monitoring, press

the MONI button again

To end Dual Watch mode

4 Press the TALK, CALL or ENTER button

Locking the buttons

With the buttons locked, you can transmit (TALK), receive or monitor (MONI) the current channel. But you can’t change the volume (▲▼) or use the MENU button.

To lock the buttons:

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Press and hold the ENTER button until appears on the display

To unlock the buttons:

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Press and hold the ENTER button until disappears from the display

Using the seconds counter

The MR200 seconds counter (stopwatch) can count up to 99 seconds.

1 Press the MENU button FIVE times

00 flashes on the display.

2 To start the counter, press the ▲ button

The counter starts running. If it reaches 99 it goes back to 00 and starts again.

3 To pause the counter, press the ▼ button

The counter flashes on the display. You can press the ▲ button again to restart it; or …

4 To reset the counter to 00 press the ENTER button

while the display is flashing

When you’ve finished …

5 Press the MENU button once to return to normal

operation

If the handset detects a signal on the current channel while the seconds counter is running, it will automatically switch to normal operation and receive the transmission

Cleaning and care

To clean your MR200, use a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use cleaners or solvents, which may cause damage not covered by the guarantee.

Technical specification

Operating frequency 446.00625 to 446.09375 MHz (eight channels)

Channel spacing 12.5 KHz

Output power 0.5 W

Channel Frequency (MHz) Channel Frequency (MHz)

1 446.00625 5 446.05625

2 446.01875 6 446.06875

3 446.03125 7 446.08125

4 446.04375 8 446.09375

Declaration of conformity

The Binatone MR200 conforms to the following standards:

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EN 300296 (RF testing)

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EN 300279 (EMC testing)

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EN 60065 (safety testing)

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause — solution

No power

Weak reception/ no reception/

‘noisy’ reception

Cannot change channels

In VOX mode, the handset transmits all the time

In VOX mode, the handset doesn’t transmit

Guarantee and service

Batteries are low or not fitted correctly — check;

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replace batteries if necessary Handset is not switched on — check

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Batteries are low or not fitted correctly

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Other user is not within range — check

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Handsets are not tuned to the same channel —

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check Volume level is too low — increase the volume

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— Speak in a normal voice, 5–8 cm

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(2–3 inches) away from the microphone

Local conditions are impairing reception —

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move to a different location, away from obstructions and as high as possible

You’re wearing the handset too close to your

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body — move the handset Other user is not transmitting — check

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Other user is too close — check

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There’s interference from other users on the

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same channel — agree to use a different channel

Handset is locked — check

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Batteries are low or not fitted correctly

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Background noise is high — move to a quieter place

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VOX sensitivity is too high — set it to a lower level

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VOX sensitivity is too low — set it to a higher level

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— Speak in a louder voice, nearer to the microphone

The Binatone MR200 is fully guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase. The guarantee does not cover damage by misuse or negligence, or by excessive voltages.

When you first unpack your Binatone MR200, check for visible damage. If you see any damage, don’t use the handsets — return the whole system to where you bought it.

If your Binatone MR200 develops a fault, first check the points above. If you can’t solve the problem, return the whole system to where you bought it.

Binatone Telecom plc operates a policy of continuous product improvement, and so reserves the right to make changes to the product and functions without notice.

Model 0503

Socket for handsfree kit (headset)*

TRANSMITTING indicator light

ON/OFF button

Microphone

TALK button

Press and hold while

ou’re transmitting

MENU button

Press to change channels and to switch between modes

MONI (monitor) button

Press and hold to check for signals on the current channel

* Hands-free kit not supplied as standard

What’s on the display

BUSY SCAN

VOX

BUSY

SCAN

VOX

Battery charge level — when this shows

new batteries to hand.

Dual Watch — shown when you’re monitoring two channels at once.

Shown when the buttons are locked.

Shown when you’re receiving a signal.

Shown when the handset is scanning all channels.

Shown when the handset is in VOX (voice-activated) mode.

Volume level

MR200

User Guide

Display (see below)

UP and DOWN

buttons

Press to change the speaker volume.

Press after the

button to

change channels

CALL button

Press to send Ring tone to other handsets

ENTER button

Press to switch the backlight on and off.

Press and hold to lock and unlock the buttons.

Press to confirm settings

Channel number (1 to 8)

(low), make sure you have some

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Getting the handsets ready for use

You need for each handset.four 1.5 V AAA/LR03 batteries

To remove the belt clip

It’s easier to fit the batteries without the belt clip in place.

Pull the tab forward (away from the handset) to release the belt clip. Then lift the belt clip off

Insert your fingernail behind the tab

To fit the batteries

1 Open the locking latch

and slide off the battery compartment cover

Make sure the + (positive) and – (negative) ends of the batteries are positioned as shown.

3 Replace the cover and

close the latch

2 Insert the four batteries,

clicking them firmly into place

To replace the belt clip

Slide the belt clip down into the slot until it clicks into place

Warnings

n Don’t try to alkaline batteries.

Dispose of used batteries safely

put them anywhere they could get burnt or punctured. When you’re not going to use your MR200 for a few weeks,

take the batteries out

When the display shows that the battery charge level is low,

replace all four batteries together Don’t leave dead batteries in your handset

if you do

recharge

— never try to burn them or

so they don’t leak corrosive substances.

— they might leak

Lift the belt clip off

latch

Getting started

Switching on and off

To switch the handset ON:

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Press and hold the ON/OFF button until the display comes on

To switch the handset OFF:

Press and hold the ON/OFF button until the display goes blank

You hear a musical tone each time to confirm.

The backlight for the display

To switch the backlight on and off:

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Briefly press the ENTER button

Battery life

The MR200 has a built-in Power Saver feature to make the batteries last longer. But when you’re not using the handset, it’s best to switch it off to save battery power. You’ll also find that the batteries last longer if you keep the backlight switched off when you don’t need it.

Volume control

To adjust the loudspeaker volume:

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Press the ▲ or ▼ button

The volume level is shown by the bars on the display.

You can change the volume either while you’re using your MR200 handset, or while the handset is idle (switched on but not in use).

Safety warnings

IMPORTANT —

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If you are using a hands-free headset — to protect your hearing, do not turn the volume to the highest level.

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To reduce radio frequency exposure when you’re using your MR200, hold the handset at least 5 cm (2 inches) from your face.

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Never use your MR200 outdoors in a thunderstorm.

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The MR200 is splashproof. But if it is likely to get very wet, carry it in a plastic bag — you’ll still be able to use it through the bag.

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If your MR200 gets very wet, turn it off and remove the batteries. Dry the battery compartment and leave the cover off for a few hours. Don’t use the handset until it is completely dry.

Using the Personal Mobile Radio (PMR)

Transmission range

The talk range depends on environment and terrain. It will be greatest (up to about 3 km, or 1¾ miles) in wide open spaces, without obstructions such as hills or buildings. Don’t try to use two PMR handsets which are less than 1.5 m (5 feet) apart. If you do, you may get interference.

PMR446 is an open-licence band — always identify yourself

when transmitting, as other people may be communicating on the same channel.

Changing channels

PMR has eight channels, numbered 1 to 8. To communicate with other PMR users within range, you must all have your handsets tuned to the same channel.

1 Press the MENU button ONCE

The current channel number flashes on the display.

2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to go to the channel

3 Press the ENTER button to confirm

you want

Transmitting and receiving

Note: PMR transmission is ‘one-way-at-a-time’ — while you

are speaking, you cannot receive a transmission.

To speak to another handset user

1 Press and hold the TALK button so that the

2 Speak clearly into the microphone, in a normal tone

3 When you’ve finished speaking, release the TALK

To listen to another handset user

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TRANSMITTING light comes on

— don’t shout

button

Make sure you are NOT pressing the TALK button

BUSY is shown on the display when the other person is

speaking. Don’t try to transmit until they have finished.

Monitoring the current channel

Normally, the MR200 will not pick up very weak signals. But you can monitor the current channel for all sounds.

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Press and release the MONI button

Your handset will pick up any signals on the current channel, including background noise. It will carry on monitoring for about 20 seconds, unless you press and release the MONI button again to stop it.

Ring tone

You can send Ring tone to other handsets within range and tuned to the same channel, to alert them you want to communicate with them.

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Press and release the CALL button

You’ll hear Ring tone for about 3 seconds, while the TRANSMITTING light is on.

Any other handset within range and tuned to the same channel will hear Ring tone, and may decide to transmit to you.

You can also use Ring tone at the end of a transmission to signal that you’ve finished speaking.

VOX (voice-activated transmission) mode

In VOX mode, your handset will transmit whenever it detects your voice (or other noise), without the TALK button pressed. It will transmit for at least 2 seconds, even if you stop talking. You may wish to use VOX mode if you’re using a hands-free kit (see overleaf).

The level of VOX sensitivity is shown by bars on the display. At the highest level (most bars), the handset will pick up softer noises (including background noise); at the lowest level, it will pick up only quite loud noises.

To turn VOX mode on and off:

1 Press the MENU button FOUR times

VOX flashes on the display, and the current level of

VOX sensitivity is shown.

2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to set the level of VOX

3 Press the ENTER button to confirm the setting

sensitivity

If you press the ▼ button repeatedly until the ‘sensitivity’ bars disappear altogether, you turn VOX mode off, and VOX disappears from the display.

As long as the handset is in VOX mode, VOX is shown steadily on the display.

Using a hands-free kit (headset)

You can plug a hands-free kit (not supplied as standard) into the socket on the top of your MR200 handset. With a handsfree kit, you may wish to transmit in VOX mode; but if you find that this doesn’t work very well, you can turn the VOX sensitivity off and press the TALK button to transmit, as normal.

If you’d like to buy the optional hands-free kit, phone the Binatone Help Line on 01325 304 473.

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