Columbia Telecommunications Group GM22 Users Manual

OPERATIONS MANUAL

GM22-SVP

General Mobile Radio Service 22 Channel 2-Way Radios With CTCSS security

GMRS/FRS Frequencies Voice-Activated Earpiece Included

COLUMBIA

Owners Manual

and Instructions

CAUTONS

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: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 GM-22 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.

SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION

Your radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmit mode . This radio is designed for and classified as “ Occupational Use Only “ ,meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware of the hazards , and the ways to minimize such hazards . This radio is NOT Intended for use by the General Population in an uncontrolled environment .

This radio is not designed for use by the general population and is restricted to occupational users only, where the operator has control of his or RF exposure .

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 RF 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 guldeilnes:

. 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 RF 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 NOT TRANSMIT. The GM-22 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.

Contents

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

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

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

Controls and displays ....................................... 6

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

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

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

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

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

Operation .......................................................... 11

Turning on your GMRS/FRS .......................... 11

Communication .............................................. 11

Receiving communications............................. 11

Respond prompt tone ..................................... 12

Channel selection .......................................... 13

Frequencies ................................................... 13

Interference Elimination Codes ...................... 14

Transmit Power Hi/Low..................................15

To speak directly to another radio .................. 15

Range ............................................................ 16

Calling (Paging) another radio ....................... 16

Special Features ............................................... 18

Automatic Squelch ......................................... 18

Monitor........................................................... 18

Channel Lock ................................................. 19

Channel Scan ................................................ 19

Automatic Battery Save .................................. 20

VOX Selection ............................................... 20

External Microphone/Speaker Jacks .............. 20

Customer Support ............................................ 21

Channel Frequencies and Code Charts .......... 22

Warranty ........................................................... 23

Introduction

Included in your package

When you unpack your GM-22 radios,you should find the following items enclosed in the package. * 2 pieces GM-22 radio * 8 X AAA Rechargeable Batteries * 2 Cases * 2 Adaptors * 2 VOX microphone earpieces * Belt clip (attached) * This manual Please check for these carefully.If any items are missing, please call COLUMBIA Telecommunications Customer support at 1-800889-7434 between 9am and 5pm EST (Eastern Standard Time).

Controls and Displays

1. Mic

2. Speaker

3. Power Button

4. Lock Button

5. Menu Button

6. Monitor Button

7. Call Button

8. Talk Button

9. Antenna

10. LCD Panel

11. Up Button (Change Channel and Volume)

12. Down Button (Change Channel and Volume)

13. Belt clip

14. Mic/Speaker/Charger Jack

15. Flashlight Button

GM22-SVP

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Indicates TX power in Hi mode

Channel Number

SCAN

VOX

Component Guide

CTCSS Code

Transmit Symbol

Receive Symbol

Battery Level

Flashlight

10. LCD Panel

15. Flashlight Button

5. Menu Button

11. Up Bu tto n

12. Down Button

1. Mic

Speaker

. Power Button

4. Lock Button

7. Call Button

Volume

Lock

14. Mic/Speaker/Charger jack

9. Antenna

13. B elt c lip

TALK

Monitor

8. Talk Button

6. Monitor Button

Setting Up Your GMRS Radio

Battery Installation

Batteries are not installed with you GMRS 2-way radios.To use the radio, you must install 4 AAA size alkaline batteries or 4 AAA size Ni-MH rechargeable batteries .

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

To install the batteries:

• Remove the belt clip by pulling the tab

on the top of the belt clip back, and sliding it up and off of the unit.

• Pull the battery door lock tab down to

release the battery cover.

• lnsert four AAA batteries. Position the

batteries according to the polarity markings on the plastic.

• Replace the battery cover. Snap the

lock tab and belt clip back into place.

connecting the adaptor

Lift the rubber flap on the top of the unit

to expose the jack.

To use the unit with an AC/DC Adaptor

rechargeable batteries, insert the round connector (OD 2.5mm) of the7.5V DC/ 200mA AC/DC adaptor into the SPK/ 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

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