Jasco HH2TX User Manual

BUTTONS AND FUNCTIONS THE LCD SCREEN

RECEIVE/
TRANSMIT
INDICATOR

CHANNEL

TX
INDICATOR

BATTERYLIFE
INDICATOR

LCD
SCREEN

DOWN

BATTERYINSTALLATION

POWER

The Handheld 2-Way Radio is designed to

MENU

incorporate both standard alkaline batteries
and the GE/Sanyo Rechargeable Battery Pack
(GES-NCF FR). This battery pack can be

SPEAKER

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purchased separately.

1. Remove the belt clip by pushing up on it while
pulling on the battery clip tab.

2. Remove the battery cover by sliding it down.

CALL

TALK

(push to

talk: PTT)

MONITOR

MIC

SCAN

EAR/MIC

UP

ANTENNA

JACK

2

-Way Radio

menu

mon

pwr

scan

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KEY LOCK

VOICE-ACTIVATED
TRANSMISSION

VOLUME

SUBCODE

SCAN CHANNELS

If using standard
alkaline batteries:

3. Insert 4 "AAA"
alkaline batteries
with the polarities
as shown.

4. Replace the battery
cover and belt clip.

If using the GE/Sanyo
Rechargeable Battery
Pack :(GES-NCF FR)

3. Insert the rechargeable battery
pack making sure that the metal
contacts are facing out (toward the battery cover).

4. Replace the battery cover and belt clip.

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE THAT YOU USE ONLY
THE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK THAT IS
SPECIFIED ABOVE (GES-NCF FR). USING
ANOTHER MAY NOT WORK AS THE UNIT IS
DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR IT.

PULL UP
ON TAB

AAA

AAA

AAA

Use4XAAA
alkalinebatteryor
Ni-Cdbatterypack
GP35AAAK4BX
orJB35AAANC4BC

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If using the special rechargeable battery
pack, you can purchase the GE Wireless
Intercom (GE5811-WCOM), which
is equipped with two convenient
charging cradles. You can have
multiple handheld units and

AAA

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 andSETTING THE CHANNEL

SETTING THE SUBCODE for more information).

CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RECHARGE

ALKALINE BATTERIES. KEEP THE HANDHELD
UNITS OUT OF THE CHARGING CRADLES WHEN
USING STANDARD BATTERIES.

IMPORTANT: Remove batteries before storing
the Handheld 2-Way Radio for extended periods.
Batteries corrode over time and may cause

permanent damage to the unit. Different types
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 RADIO ON AND OFF

1. , press and hold theToturn the radio on POWER

button. The radio will emit a short tone and the
LCD screen will display "FRS" followed by the
current channel.

2. , press and hold theToturn the radio off POWER

button for at least two seconds. The radio will
emit a short tone and the LCD screen will go blank.

ADJUSTING THE VOLUME

The speaker volume level is indicated by the number
of bars on the symbol displayed on the
top 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 SETTING
THE CHANNEL SETTING THE SUBCODEand
for more information).
When the radio 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.

To send a signal:

1. Press and hold the button to transmit.TALK

The Transmit Indicator will light RED and the
symbol will be displayed on the LCD.

2. While holding the button, speak in a

3. Release the TALK button when you have

IMPORTANT: To ensure that part of your
communication is not cut off, allow a short pause
after pressing and before releasing the TALK

TALK

normal

voice holding the unit approximately 6

inches away.

finished speaking.

button when speaking. YOU CANNOT RECEIVE
INCOMING MESSAGES WHEN THE TALK
BUTTON IS PRESSED.

CHANNELS AND SUBCODES

The Handheld 2-Way Radio 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 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 untilMENU

the current channel flashes on the LCD.

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

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

SETTING THE SUBCODE

Subcodes help filter interference and noise from

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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 untilMENU

the current subcode flashes on the LCD.

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 subcodeTALK
selection and return to the standby mode.

SCANNING CHANNELS

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

1. Press the button once. The symbolSCAN
appears on the LCD and the unit begins scanning
all 14 channels in order. The unit stops on the
first active channel detected.

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2. Press the button to communicate on thatTALK

channel and leave the scan mode, or press
or to continue scanning for other active
channels.

3. Press the button again to stop scanning.SCAN

MONITORING CHANNELS

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

CALL

The Handheld 2-Way Radio 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. Transmit IndicatorCALL

will light RED and the TX symbol will appear

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on the LCD for three full seconds, 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 Handheld 2-Way Radio 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
TALK button.

1. Press the button repeatedly until theMENU

symbol flashes on the LCD.

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

3. Press the button to confirm the selectionTALK
and return to the standby mode.

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

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SETTINGS, OR OTHER SETTINGS WHEN THE KEY
LOCK FEATURE IS ACTIVATED.

1. To lock the unit, press and hold the MENU

button for five seconds until the symbol
appears on the LCD.

2. To unlock the unit, press and hold the MENU

button for five seconds until the symbol
disappears from the LCD.

ICON 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 or recharged
(see for moreBATTERY INSTALLATION
information).

CARING FOR YOUR HANDHELD RADIO

To clean the Handheld 2-WayRadio, 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. Battery contacts can be wiped with
a dry, lint-free cloth.
If the radio 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 radio 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 ............................ 0.06W

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

using ALKALINE BATTERIES

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13 hours (11.5 standby,1.5 talk/receive) using

SPECIAL RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK

* 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
RF exposure guidelines, hold the transmitter and
antenna at least 2 inches (5 cm) from your face and
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.

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 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.

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FAMILYCOMMUNICATIONS

HANDHELD 2-WAY RADIO

Questions? Call 1-800-GE LIGHT

Made in China for

GE Home Electric Products, Inc.,

Nela Park, Cleveland, OH 44112

Desc.: GE5811-WHH

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