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IN-FRKF003
Owner's Manual
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Insignia IN-FRKF003 Owner's Manual

User Guide | Guide de l’utilisateur | Guía del Usuario
2-Way Radios | Radios bidirectionnelles | Radio bidireccional
IN-FRKF003
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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your IN-FRKF003 represents the state-of-the-art in high-tech engineering.
Designed for General Mobile Radio Service operation, this compact package is big in performance. It is a quality piece of electronic equipment, skillfully constructed with the finest components. The circuitry is all solid-state and mounted on a rugged printed circuit board. Your IN-FRKF003 is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance.
Contents
Welcome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FCC Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Control Buttons & Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
LCD Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Charging the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Technical Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Channel Frequency Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
CTCSS Code Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Français. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Español . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Features
• 22 Channels
•VOX
• Monitor function
• Call Alert
• Back-Lit LCD
• Scan
• Roger Beep Tone
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Use and Care
• Do not use alcohol or cleaning solutions to clean the radio.
• Do not immerse the radio in water.
• Use a soft damp cloth to clean the radio
• Dry the radio with dry lint-free cloth should it get wet.
• Turn off the radio and remove the batteries during long-term storage.
FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device does not cause harmful interference, and (2) this radio must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation.
To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, for body-worn operation, this radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Insignia accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
FCC Licensing Information
Your IN-FRKF003 operates on General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies and is subject to the rules and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC requires that all operators using General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies obtain a radio license before operating their equipment for business, personal, or recreational use. A GMRS license held by an individual may be shared by immediate family members. To obtain the application form, call the FCC forms hotline at 1-800-418-3676 or go to http://www.fcc.gov. Please request forms 605 and 159 which include all necessary forms and instructions. For questions concerning licensing, please contact the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322), or go to http://www.fcc.gov/wtb/prs/genmbl.html.
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Control Buttons & Indicators
Mode
Monitor
Ext. Spk/Mic
Ta l k
Scan
Volume up/ Volume down
Speaker
Microphone
Button Icon Description
Monitor Use Monitor to monitor channel activity
Talk Use Talk to:
• Talk on the Radio
• Send a Call Tone
• Save a setting
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Button Icon Description
Scan Use Scan to:
Mode Use Mode to:
Volume up Use Volume up to:
Vol um e down
• Scan for active channels
• Lock the key pad
• Turn On/Off the Radio
• Enter/Exit the menu
• Increase the volume
• Scroll through the menu
Use Volume down to:
• Decrease the Volume
• Scroll through the menu
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LCD Display
Low Battery level Indicator
VOX Icon
Tra n sm i t
(TX) Icon
Channel Indicator
Key Pad Lock Icon
Receive (RX) Icon
CTCSS Channel Indicator
Power Hi/Lo Indicator
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Installing Batteries
Your IN-FRKF003 radio operates with either four AAA alkaline batteries or the included NiMH battery pack. The belt clip should be removed to ease installation or removal. To install the batteries:
1 With the back of the radio facing you, remove the battery cover by sliding
it down from the unit.
2 Insert four AAA batteries or the battery pack, observing the polarity as
shown. Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit from operating and can damage the unit.
3 Return the battery cover by sliding it up from the unit.
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Charging the batteries
Your IN-FRKF003 is equipped to allow using the included rechargeable NiMH battery pack which can be recharged by the included A/C charger/adaptor through the radio’s MIC jack, or by using the included desktop charger. Batteries must be charged when the low battery icon flashes on the display. Do not charge alkaline batteries of any kind in the unit.
To charge through the MIC Jack:
1 Connect the AC adaptor/charger into an A/C wall outlet. 2 Insert the adaptor/charger jack into the radio’s MIC jack found on the
side of the unit.
To charge through a desktop charger:
1 Connect the AC adaptor into an A/C wall outlet. 2 Insert the adaptor jack into the desktop charger jack. 3 Place the units into the desktop charger slot and note that the LED
indicator of the desktop charger lights up to indicate charging function.
Note:
• Only use batteries indicated in this manual.
• Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries or any batteries or battery packs other than the one indicated in the manual. This may cause leakage and damage the unit.
• For long term storage of the radio, turn the unit OFF and remove the batteries from the radio.
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Operation
Power On/Off
Press for more than one second to turn the radio on. Press for over three seconds to turn the radio off.
Volu me
Press to increase the volume, and press to decrease the volume during normal operation.
Talking and Listening
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel and CTCSS code.
• For maximum clarity, hold the radio two to three inches from your mouth.
• Press and hold the PTT button and speak in a normal voice into the microphone. The TX icon appears continuously on the LCD display when transmitting.
• To receive messages, release the PTT button. The RX icon appears on the display when your radio is receiving a transmission.
Monitor button
Pressing and holding for two seconds lets you hear noise so you can
adjust the volume level of the radio when not receiving a signal. The should be used to check activity on the current channel before transmitting. Press and hold for two seconds to return to normal operation.
Call Tone
Your IN-FRKF003 can transmit a call tone for a fixed length of time. To send a call tone, press the PTT twice rapidly. The TX icon appears during transmitting a call tone and the tone can be heard on the speaker for confirmation.
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Scan
Your IN-FRKF003 can scan all of the 22 channels to observe for any activity. To enter the scan mode, press for one second. Press again for one second to exit the scan mode.
Your radio rapidly scans each of the 22 channels and stop on any active channel.
When you press the PTT button to transmit on an active channel, the scanning function stops. To resume scanning, press and hold for one second.
Keypad Lock
To avoid accidentally changing the radio operation, press for five
seconds. The icon appears on the display after the second beep. When
is on the menu function and are disabled. When locked,
you are able to turn the radio off and on, monitor, transmit/receive, and send a call tone. To unlock, press for five seconds.
Backlit LCD
Your IN-FRKF003 comes with a backlit LCD display to enable you to view the setting in a dark environment. The backlighting can be turned on/off by
pressing and releasing. The backlighting turns on for five seconds.
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User Interface
To access the advanced features of your IN-FRKF003, your radio has the following menu functions:
Note: The unit automatically goes to normal mode after five seconds of no button activity during menu setting.
Channel Selection
Your IN-FRKF003 has 22 channels available. To change channels:
• With the radio on, press until the current channel segment flashes.
• Use or to change the channel.
• Press the PTT button to save the new channel.
CTCSS Selection
Your IN-FRKF003 has 38 CTCSS codes available. The selected CTCSS code may be different for each channel. To select a CTCSS code for the current channel:
• With the desired channel selected, press repeatedly until the current CTCSS code number or oF flashes.
• Use or to change the CTCSS code number.
• Press the PTT button to save the new CTCSS code or press repeatedly until you exit the menu.
Note: Selecting a CTCSS code of oF disables the CTCSS feature. To communicate between two IN-FRKF003s, both the channel and CTCSS code selections must be the same. To communicate with other models and brands of radios the actual radio frequency and CTCSS frequency must be matched. The frequency chart at the back of this book are included to help with this selection. In general, the first fourteen channel selections may be used to communicate with most FRS radios.
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Power Selection
Your IN-FRKF003 has two transmit power levels. To select the power level on channels 1~7 and 15~22:
• Press until Pr appears on the display.
• Press or to select between high and low power levels. The Hi/Lo icon alternately appears during setting.
• Press the PTT button to save and exit.
The HI or LO icon appears on the display depending on your setting.
Note: On channel 8~14 no power level selection is possible.
VOX
VOX (voice operated transmit) operation allows you to transmit without using the PTT button when using a headset. To enable VOX operation:
• Insert the headset plug(s) into the SPK/MIC jacks.
• Set the radio into VOX mode.
To set the radio to VOX Mode, repeatedly press until the VOX icon
flashes on the LCD display. Press or to turn the VOX on or off, an on or oF appears on the display during setting. The VOX icon appears
on the LCD display if the radio is set into VOX mode.
Roger Beep Tone
Whenever you release the PTT button, a “Roger Beep” tone may be transmitted to let your friends know you are finished talking. To enable the
Roger Beep, press repeatedly until the rb appears on the display. Press
and to set the Roger Beep tone on or off. An on or oF
appears on the display during setting.
External Speaker/Microphone Jack
Your IN-FRKF003 can be used with an optional external speaker/microphone or headset, freeing your hands for other tasks. To use an optional speaker/ microphone or headset:
1 Insert the plug(s) into the SPK/MIC jacks.
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2 Place the earbud into your ear, and adjust the mic into your desired
position.
Belt Clip
To install the belt clip, slide the clip up into the slot on the back of the radio until the latching mechanism clicks.
To remove the belt clip, pull the latching tab outward, then gently slide the belt clip down toward the bottom of the radio.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
No Power Check battery installation and/or replace batteries
Cannot Receive Messages
Radio is not responding to button presses
Display is dim Reposition or replace batteries.
Charger not functioning
• Confirm the radios have the same channel settings.
• Make sure the you are within range of the other transceivers.
• Buildings and other obstructions may interfere with your communication.
• Make sure key lock is not on. See on page 9.
• Radio might need to be reset. Turn radio off then on.
• Ensure accessory microphone is set properly.
• Contacts on the back of the radio may require cleaning.
• Ensure the outlet the charger is plugged into is functioning properly.
• Check that the batteries are installed in the radio properly.
Keypad Lock
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Technical Specification
Specification
• Channels: 22 Channels
• Operating Frequency: UHF 462.5500 ~ 467.7125 MHz
• Power Source: four AAA alkaline or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries
• Power Output: typically 2 watts HI, 0.5 watts LO
Current Drain
• Receive: 150mA max
• Transmit: 900mA max
• Standby: Average 14mA max
Operating Time
Based on 900mAH (Alkaline battery) capacity:
• Talk Time: 1~1.5 hours
• Receive Time: 12 hours
• Standby Time: 60 hours
• Combined (5-5-90 duty) Time: 15 hours
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