Columbia Telecommunications Group GM18 Users Manual

OPERATIONS MANUAL

GMRS-1

CHANNEL 2-Way Radio

GMRS/FRS

Mode

Channel

Call

Owner's Manual

and Instructions

Frequencies

GMRS LICENSE

USE OF THIS RADIO WITHIN THE UNITED STATES REQUIRES AN FCC GMRS LICENSE . AN INDIVIDUAL 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER , WHO IS NOT AREPRESENTATIVE OF A FOREIGN GOVERNMENT , IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY 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/FORMPAGE.HTWL ,OR CALL 1-800418-3676.

To 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, DO NOT TRANSMIT.

The GMRS-1 supplied belt clip is for storage purposes ONLY. 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 .

MODIFICATIONS OR CHANGES NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY COLUMBIA TELECOMMUNICATIONS, INC. COULD VOID THE USER`S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

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SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

Safety Information For GMRS UNIT Your wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter.

When the TALK button is pushed it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals .

This device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50% In

August 1996,the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted therefore exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless

devices.

To ensure that your exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for occupational use ,always adhere to the following guidelines:

DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached , as this may damage the radio and also cause you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits .

A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufacturer or an antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio.

DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time (50% duty cycle) Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. ALWAYS use authorized accessories antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker/mic, etc). Use of unauthorized accessories can cause the FCC Therefore exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5cm (1 inch) away from the body when

transmitting ,If you wear the handset on your body while using the headset accessory, DO NOTTRANSMIT. The GMRS-1 supplied belt clip is for storage purposes ONLY. This is to ensure FCC RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded. To provide the recipients of your transmission the best sound

quality, hold the antenna at least 5cm(2 inches) from the mouth, and slightly

off to one side.

FCC WARNINGS

ADJUSTMENT: REPLACEMENT or substitution of transistors, regular diodes or other parts of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended by Columbia, may cause a violation of the technical regulations of part 95 of the FCC Rules, or violation of Type Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following condition: this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

GMRS LICENSE:

Use of this radio within the United States requires an FCC GMRS license. An individual 18 years of age or older, who is not a representative of a foreign government, is eligible to apply 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 , or call 1-800-418-3676.http://www.fcc.gov/formpage.html

CONTENTS

Safety Information .................................................................... 3

FCC Warnings............................................................................. 4

Contents ..................................................................................... 5

Introduction .............................................................................. 6

Controls and Displays ............................................................ 6

Component Guide ................................................................. 7

Setting Up Your GMRS/FRS Radio ......................................... 8

Battery Installation ................................................................ 8

Connecting the Adaptor ........................................................ 8

Battery Meter ........................................................................ 9

Low Battery Indicator ............................................................ 9

Operation ................................................................................. 10

Turning your GMRS/FRS ON ............................................... 10

Communication .................................................................... 10

Receiving Communications ................................................. 10

Respond Prompt Tone ......................................................... 11

Adjusting the Speaker Volume ............................................. 11

Channel Selection ................................................................ 11

To speak directly to another Radio ...................................... 12

Range .................................................................................. 12

Calling (Paging) another Radio ............................................ 13

Setting Call-Ring Tone ......................................................... 13

Key Tone ON/OFF...................................................................14

Roger Beep ON/OFF...............................................................14

Transmit Power Hi/Low ........................................................ 14

Dual Channel Monitor..............................................................15

External Speaker/Microphone Jacks ..................................... 16

Special Features ..................................................................... 17

Monitor ................................................................................. 17

Channel Lock ....................................................................... 17

Channel Scan ...................................................................... 18

Customer Support .................................................................. 19

Specifications ......................................................................... 20

Channel Table ..................................................................... 20

Troubleshooting ...................................................................... 21

Warranty .................................................................................. 22

Included In Your Package

When you unpack your GMRS/FRS, you should find the following items enclosed in the package:

22-channel GMRS/FRS unit-1pc.

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Belt-Clip (attached)

•

This Manual

•

Please check for these Items carefully. If any items are missing, call Columbia Telecommunications Customer support at 1-800-889-7434 between 9am and 5pm EST (Eastern Standard Time).

Controls and Displays

Antenna

Belt clip

3. E

arpiece / Mic / Charge jack

PTT(Talk Button)

Monitor Button

6. Mode Button

7. Up Button (Change Channel)

8. Down Button (Change Channel)

9. Power On/Off Control

10. LCD Panel

11. Call Button

INTRODUCTION

Mode

Call

Channel

OPERATIONSMANUAL

GMRS-1

CHANNEL2-Way Radios

GeneralMobil Radio Service

Frequencies

SCAN

Mode

Call

Channel

Owner's Manual and Instructions

COMPONENT GUIDE

Scan Mode

Power Hi Indicator Power Low Indicator

Battery Level

Lock Mode

1. Antenna

2. Belt Clip

T a l k

Mon

Channel Number

SCAN

3. Earpiece/Mic/ Charge Jack

4. PTT (Talk) Button

5. Monitor Button

6. Mode Button

7. Up Button

8. Down Button

Channel

Ear Mic Chg

Transmit Signal

Receive Signal

Volume level

Mode

Call

9. Power On/Off Control

10. LCD Panel

11. Call Button

AAA

SETTING UP YOUR GMRS/FRS RADIO

Battery Installation

Batteries are not installed with your GMRS/FRS

T a l k

Mon

(2)

AAA

2-way radio. To use the radio, you must install 4 AAA size batteries (not included).

Caution: Incorrect positioning of the batteries can damage both the batteries and the unit.

To install the batteries:

Slide the lock tab on the bottom of the unit

(1)

AAA

(1) and pull the battery door to open (2). Insert four AAA type batteries (not included). Position the batteries according to the polarity markings on the plastic. Replace the battery cover and slide the tab to lock.

Connecting the Adaptor

To use the unit with an AC/DC adaptor (not included) and rechargeable batteries (not included), insert the round connector (OD 2.5 mm) of the 7.5 V DC/200mA AC/DC adaptor (not included) into the Ear/Mic/Chg jack on top of the unit.

Note:

The unit should be turned OFF in order to charge the batteries properly. If the unit is turned ON and placed for charging, the charge current is too low for the battery to charge up as the unit is still using power. There is no charge indicator during charging at OFF mode. It takes approximately 6 to 7 hours to fully charge the batteries if they are at their lowest level.

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