Jasco BS2TX User Manual

4.75"

BUTTONS AND FUNCTIONS BATTERYINSTALLATION

ACADAPTER (top)

ChargingBay ChargingBay

CHARGE

INDICATOR

POWER

MONITOR

EAR/MIC

JACK(side)

SCAN

CALL

TALK(push to talk: PPT)

SUBCODE

CHANNEL

VOICE-ACTIVATEDTRANSMISSION

BATTERYLIFE INDICATOR

KEYLOCK SCANCHANNEL

chargecharge

power transmit

WirelessIntercom

monitor

scan

call

talk

LCD SCREEN

TRANSMITINDICATOR

RECEIVEINDICATOR

VOLUME

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The Intercom is designed to operate on both AC adapter and battery power. Using the AC adapter ensures uninterrupted communication with other members in your group.

If using standard alkaline batteries (sold separately):

1. Remove the battery cover on the bottom of the unit by pulling on the small tab.

2. Insert (4) "AA" alkaline batteries with the polarities as shown in the battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

If using the AC adapter (included):

CHARGE INDICATOR

1. Plug the AC adapter plug into the corresponding

TRANSMIT

jack located on the back of the unit.

INDICATOR

2. Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120V outlet.

The Wireless Intercom is also equipped with two charging cradles. These are designed to charge

GE Wireless Handheld 2-Way Radios

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(GE5811-WHH) that are used in conjunction with the GE/Sanyo Rechargeable Battery Pack

ANTENNA (POWER ON/OFF)

(GES-NCF FR). Both can be purchased separately. IMPORTANT:MAKE SURE THAT YOU USE ONLY THE RECHARGEABLE BATTERYPACK THAT IS SPECIFIED

ABOVE (GES-NCF FR). USING ANOTHER MAY NOT WORK AS THE UNIT IS DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR IT.

CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RECHARGE ALKALINE BATTERIES. KEEP THE HANDHELD UNITS OUT OF THE CHARGING CRADLES WHEN USING STANDARD BATTERIES.

Youcan have multiple handheld units and intercoms to complete your family communications needs. The units will all communicate with each other as long as they are set to the same channel and subcode (see and for more information).SETTING THE CHANNEL SETTING THE SUBCODE

IMPORTANT:Remove batteries before storing the Wireless Intercom for extended periods. Batteries corrode over time and may cause permanent damage to the unit. Different types

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of batteries or new and used batteries should not be mixed. Exhausted batteries should be removed from the unit and disposed of properly.

TURNING THE INTERCOM ON AND OFF

1. Toturn the Intercom on, rotate the antenna clockwise to a vertical position.

2. Toturn the Intercom off, rotate the antenna back to a horizontal position.

ADJUSTING THE VOLUME

The speaker volume level is indicated by the number of bars on the symbol displayed on the bottom right portion of the LCD screen.

1. Press the button to increase the volume and the button to decrease the volume.

TRANSMITTING/RECEIVING - TALKING TO OTHERS IN YOUR GROUP

Tocommunicate with others in your group, all members must have their units configured to the same channel and subcode. See and for moreSETTING THE CHANNEL SETTING THE SUBCODE information. When the intercom is on and not transmitting, the unit is in the standby mode. When you receive a signal from another member in your group, the symbol will be displayed on the LCD.

Tosend a signal:

1. Press and hold the button to transmit. The transmit indicator will light RED and theTALK symbol will be displayed on the LCD.

2. While holding the button, speak in a normal voice approximately 6 inches away fromTALK the unit.

3. Release the button when you have finished speaking.TALK

IMPORTANT:To ensure that part of your communication is not cut off, allow a short pause after pressing and before releasing the button when speaking. YOU CANNOT RECEIVE INCOMING MESSAGESTALK WHEN THE TALKBUTTON IS PRESSED.

CHANNELS AND SUBCODES

The Intercom transmits and receives voice signals on 14 selectable channels (frequencies). In addition to the 14 channels, the units are equipped with 38 selectable subcodes. Tospeak with

OFF

others in your group, all members must have their units configured to the same channel and subcode.

SETTING THE CHANNEL

1. Press the button repeatedly until the current channel flashes on the LCD.MENU

2. Use the and buttons to select the desired channel (1-14).

3. Press the button to confirm the channel selection and return to the standby mode.TALK

SETTING THE SUBCODE

Subcodes help filter interference and noise from other systems operating on the same channel. When a subcode is activated, the unit ignores signals that are set to a different subcode. Thus, a group can communicate on a 'noisy' channel using the subcode feature. The feature is perfect for areas with heavy usage (e.g. construction zones) in which all 14 channels may be occupied.

1. Press the button repeatedly until the current subcode flashes on the LCD.MENU

2. Use the and buttons to select the desired subcode (0-38). Selecting 0 disables the subcode feature.

3. Press the button to confirm the subcode selection and return to the standby mode.TALK

SCANNING CHANNELS

This feature continuously scans all channels and stops on the first active channel (observed traffic).

1. Press the buttononce. The symbolappears on the LCD and the unit beginsSCAN scanning all 14 channels in order. The unit stops on the first active channel detected.

2. Press the button to communicate on that channel and leave the scan mode, or pressTALK or to continue scanning for other active channels.

3. Press the buttonagain to stop scanning.SCAN

MONITORING CHANNELS

By pressing the button, you are able to 'listen' to all traffic or noise active on the currentMONITOR channel, regardless of signal strength and subcode settings. For continuous monitoring, press and hold the button for at least three seconds. Todeactivate continuous monitoring, pressMONITOR the button again.MONITOR

CALL

The Intercom is equipped with a call feature that allows you to alert another party. In order for the call feature to work, all radios must be on.

1. Press the button once. The transmit indicator will light RED and the symbolCALL

will be displayed on the LCD, indicating that a call transmission is taking place.

2. All nearby radios operating on the same channel and subcode will emit a page tone.

VOICE-ACTIVATEDTRANSMISSION

The Intercom is equipped with a voice-activated transmission mode (hands-free mode). The unit will transmit voice signals (and other loud sounds) without having to press the button.TALK

1. Press the button repeatedly until the symbol flashes on the LCD.MENU

2. Use the button to enable voice activated transmission and the button to disable it.

3. Press the button to confirm the selection and return to the standby mode.TALK

KEY LOCK

This function prevents unintended setting changes by locking all buttons. YOU WILLIMPORTANT: NOT BE ABLE TO CHANGE THE CHANNEL, SUBCODE , VOICE-ACTIVATED TRANSMISSION SETTINGS, OR OTHER SETTINGS WHEN THE KEY LOCK FEATURE IS ACTIVATED.

1. Tolock the unit, press and hold the button for five seconds until the symbolMENU

appears on the LCD.

2. Tounlock the unit, press and hold the button for five seconds until the symbolMENU

disappears from the LCD.

BATTERYLIFE INDICATOR

The symbol on the LCD shows the remaining battery level. Squares inside the symbol disappear as the battery life decreases. When the battery level is low, the symbol will flash, indicating that the batteries need to be changed. No rechargeable batteries allowed. (see BATTERY INSTALLATION for more information).

CARING FOR YOUR INTERCOM

Toclean the intercom, wipe with a soft cloth, slightly dampened with water. Do not use cleaners or solvents on the radio as they can harm the body and leak inside, causing permanent damage.

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Battery contacts can be wiped with a dry, lint-free cloth. If the intercom gets wet, turn off and remove batteries immediately. Dry the battery compartment with a soft cloth to minimize potential water damage. Leave cover off the battery compartment overnight or until completely dry. Do not use intercom until completely dry.

SPECIFICATIONS

Frequency range ............................................................................................ 462.5625 to 467.7125 MHz

FRS channels ....................................................................................................................................... 14

Channel separation ......................................................................................................................... 25 kHz

Frequency deviation .......................................................................................................................... 1 kHz

CTCSS subcodes ................................................................................................................................ 38

Maximum range ........................................................................................................................... 2 miles*

Maximum RF output power ......................................................................................................... 0.01W

Battery life .......................................... 45 hours (40 standby, 5 talk/receive) using ALKALINE BATTERIES

* Functional range may be adversely affected by one or more of the following factors: weather,

radio frequency interference, low transmitter battery and obstructions between the transmitter and receiver.

FCC 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.

IMPORTANT: Tomaintain compliance with the FCC's

antenna at least 2 inches (5 cm) from your face and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away from the face. If you wear the handset on your body while using the headset accessory, use only the supplied belt clip for this product and when transmitting, take it out of the belt to ensure that the antenna is at least 2 inches (5 cm) from your body.

Use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.

RF exposure guidelines, hold the transmitter and

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.

WARNING: Adjustment to this unit or replacement of any transmitter component (crystal, semiconductor,etc) to this unit that could result in a violation 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. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FAMILYCOMMUNICATIONS

WIRELESS INTERCOM

WARNING

Risk of fire

When using an AC to DC adapter, insure proper polarity and voltage.

Questions? Call - -GE LIGHT

1800

Made in China for

GE Home Electric Products, Inc.

Nela Park, Cleveland, OH 44112

Desc.: GE5811-WCOM

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