SAFETY INFORMATION
Your wireless hand-held portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter. When the
Push-to-Talk (PTT) button is pushed it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The device
is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. In August 1996, the Federal
Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for
hand-held wireless devices.
CAUTION: To maintain compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines hold the
transmitter and antenna at least 2 inches (5 centimeters) from your face and speak in a normal
voice, with the antenna pointed up and away from the face.
Use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could
damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.
Warning: Adjustment to this unit or replacement of any transmitter component (crystal,
semiconductor, etc.) to this unit could result in a violation of the rules.
FCC STATEMENT
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 the receiver.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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AGES 8+
75028 Asst.
Communicator
Thank you for purchasing the
CHATNOW Communicator. Be
sure to read and follow all
instructions carefully before
using this product.
CHATNOW is the only 3-in-1
personal communicator designed
just for you! Now you can chat
with your friends up to 2 miles
away, send them text messages,
and take their photos! Store
30 photos to your electronic
buddy list and when your
friends call, their photo pops
up! You can even customize or
animate the photos to make your
friends look funky!
Each Communicator requires 4 x 1.5V “AAA” alkaline batteries
(not included). Phillips/cross head screwdriver (not included)
needed to insert batteries.
FLIP-OUT
COMMUNICATOR
SLIDE-OUT
COMMUNICATOR
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Product Features & Control Keys
WRITE YOUR PERSONAL BUDDY # HERE: ___________________________________________________
Product Features & Control Keys ........Page 1
Installing the Batteries ..........................Page 2
Low Battery Indicator ...........................Page 3
Important Tips .......................................Page 4
Personal Buddy # ................................Page 4
Selecting a Channel ............................Page 4
Compatibility with other
FRS 2-way radios ................................Page 4
Chat Zone™ Communication Range..Page 4
Getting Started ......................................Page 5
Turning On/Off.....................................Page 5
Resetting .............................................Page 5
Basic Navigation .................................Page 5
Main Menu ..........................................Page 6
Tips......................................................Page 6
Chat Mode..............................................Page 6
Selecting a Channel ............................Page 6
How to Talk .........................................Page 6
How To Listen......................................Page 6
Call Mode ...............................................Page 7
Calling a New Number ........................Page 7
Calling a Buddy ...................................Page 7
Text Messaging......................................Page 8
How to use the keypad .......................Page 8
Writing a new text message................Page 8
Using a preset text message ..............Page 8
Sending a text message .....................Page 8
Saving a text message........................Page 8
Editing a text message........................Page 8
Viewing your Inbox ..............................Page 9
Viewing your Outbox ...........................Page 9
Viewing your Sent mail ........................Page 9
Inserting a Symbol ..............................Page 9
Receiving a text message ...................Page 9
Saving a received text message .........Page 10
Deleting a text message......................Page 10
Forwarding a text message.................Page 10
Replying to a text message ................Page 10
Digital Camera .......................................Page 10
Taking a photo..................................... Page 10
Saving a photo to your album.............Page 11
Saving a photo to your buddy list .......Page 11
Deleting a photo ..................................Page 11
Animating a photo ...............................Page 11
Adding text to a photo ........................ Page 12
Adding props to a photo.....................Page 12
Buddy List ..............................................Page 12
Calling a buddy ...................................Page 13
Accessing your buddy’s info ...............Page 13
Adding a buddy ...................................Page 13
Editing a buddy ...................................Page 13
Deleting a buddy .................................Page 13
Personal Settings ..................................Page 14
Setting your name ............................... Page 14
Viewing your personal
buddy #................................................Page 14
Setting your birthday ...........................Page 14
Customized Settings.............................Page 15
Selecting a Ring Tone .........................Page 15
Selecting a Screen Saver ....................Page 15
Selecting a Text Message Alert...........Page 15
Controlling the Contrast ......................Page 15
Setting the Time ..................................Page 16
Setting the Date ..................................Page 16
Checking the Battery Level.................Page 16
Muting the Sound................................ Page 16
Volume Setting.......................................Page 16
Accessories ...........................................Page 17
Carry Case/Faceplates........................Page 17
Earpiece ..............................................Page 17
Troubleshooting Guide..........................Page 17
Safety Information
FCC Statement
Push To Talk
[PTT] Button
Earpiece Jack
(Earpiece sold
separately.)
Release
(slide-out
communicator
only.)
Control Pad (Left,
Right, Up, Down)
Digital
Camera
FOR BEST USE:
When using your CHATNOW Communicator
to talk to your friends, hold it in a vertical
position with the microphone 1 to 2 inches
away from your mouth.
Antenna
Speaker
Indicator
Light
LCD Screen
On/Off
Button
Cancel
Enter
Microphone
Keypad
Reset Button
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TO INSERT BATTERIES:
IMPORTANT: BATTERY INFORMATION
Please retain this information for future reference.
For each Communicator, use a
Phillips/cross head screwdriver
to loosen the screw in the battery
compartment cover (screw stays
attached to cover). Remove cover.
Insert 4 x 1.5V “AAA” alkaline
batteries (not included). Replace
cover and tighten screw.
CAUTION: TO AVOID BATTERY LEAKAGE
1. As with all small batteries, the batteries used with this toy should
be kept away from small children who still put things in their
mouths. If they are swallowed, promptly see a doctor and, in the
U.S., have the doctor phone (202) 625-3333 collect, or, in Canada,
have the doctor call your provincial Poison Control Centre.
2. Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly and always follow the
toy and battery manufacturers’ instructions;
3. Do not mix old batteries and new batteries or alkaline, standard
(carbon zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
2 3
Batteries should be replaced by an adult.
CAUTION:
1. Always follow the instructions carefully. Use only batteries specified and be sure
to insert item correctly by matching the + and – polarity markings.
2. Do not mix old batteries and new batteries or standard (carbon-zinc) with alkaline
batteries.
3. Remove exhausted or dead batteries from the product.
4. Remove batteries if product is not to be played with for a long time.
5. Do not short circuit the supply terminals.
6. Should this product cause, or be affected by, local electrical interference, move it
away from other electrical equipment. Reset (switching off and back on again or
removing and re-inserting batteries) if necessary.
7. RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES: Do not mix these with any other types of batteries.
Always remove from the product before recharging. Recharge batteries under adult
supervision. DO NOT RECHARGE OTHER TYPES OF BATTERIES.
8. As with all small items, these batteries should be kept away from children. If
swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR
Your CHATNOW Communicator features a Low Battery
Indicator which shows the battery charge level, from full
to empty. The indicator will pop up on your screen and
flash to alert you that it’s time to change the batteries.
You will also receive a on-minute warning before your
Communicator will turn off.
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