Maxon Telecom GMRS-21X, Synthesized GMRS User Manual
GMRS-21X
Synthesized GMRS
Two-Way Radio
Owner's Manual
About Your GMRS-21X Radio
Congratulations on your purchase of a Maxon GMRS-21X
two-way radio. The radio features two channel operation,
1 Watt output power and superior performance. Operation
and functions for your radio are described in this manual.
We urge you to thoroughly read this manual before
operating the radio.
GMRS-21X Features
2 Operating channels
1 Watt RF output power
Automatic squelch (keeps your conversations clear)
Rechargeable Ni-Cad battery pack
Alkaline battery housing (allows use of Alkaline
batteries for power if desired)
Dual-color LED indicator (indicates transmit and
busy conditions)
Package Contents
Remove and carefully inspect the contents of your radio
package(s) for one each of the following items:
Radio Transceiver Unit • Rechargeable Ni-Cad Battery
Pack • Alkaline Battery Pack Shell • Antenna • Desktop
Charger • Charger Power Supply • Belt Clip • Operating
Instructions
If any items are missing, please contact the place of
purchase or Maxon America, Inc.
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Table of Contents
About Your GMRS-21X Radio...........................................1
GMRS-21X Features..........................................................1
Package Contents..............................................................1
Safety Information.............................................................2
FCC Licensing Information................................................4
Radio Controls/Functions..................................................5
Battery Charging and Care.................................................7
Antenna Installation..........................................................7
Installing and Removing a Battery Pack.............................7
Attaching and Removing the Belt Clip...............................8
GMRS-21X Operation.......................................................9
Power On-Volume.......................................................9
Transmit.......................................................................9
Power Off..................................................................10
Radio Status Indicators....................................................10
Accessories.....................................................................11
Recycling/Disposal of Batteries.......................................11
Radio Maintenance/Service.............................................13
Radio Specifications........................................................14
Other Maxon Products....................................................14
Warranty Service Instructions..........................................15
Warranty Statement.........................................................16
About Maxon America, Inc.............................................17
Safety Information
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with its
action in General Docket 79-144, March 13, 1985, has
adopted a safety standard for human exposure to Radio
Frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC
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Safety Information, Continued
regulated equipment. Maxon subscribes to the same safety
standard for the use of its products. Proper operation of this
radio will result in user exposure far below the Occupational Safety and Health Act and Federal Communications
Commission limits.
WARNING - DO NOT hold the radio in such a manner
that the antenna is next to, or touching, exposed parts of
the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
WARNING - DO NOT allow children to operate any
transmitter-equipped radio equipment.
CAUTION - DO NOT operate the radio near unshielded
electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere
unless it is a type specifically designed and qualified for
such use.
CAUTION - DO NOT press and hold the transmit switch
(P-T-T button) when not actually wishing to transmit.
NOTE: This radio operates in FCC regulated frequency
bands. All radios must be licensed by the FCC before use.
Because this radio contains a transmitter, Federal law
prohibits unauthorized use or adjustments of this radio.
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FCC Licensing Information
Before using your Maxon GMRS-21X, you must obtain /
possess a radio license issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). It is illegal to transmit without the
appropriate license.
The GMRS-21X operates on General Mobile Radio Service
(GMRS) frequencies, which are allocated by the FCC for
personal uses, including recreation and travel.
For GMRS radio licenses, you must submit FCC Form 574
directly to the FCC at this address:
Federal Communications Commission
General Mobile Radio Service
PO Box 358230
Pittsburgh, PA 15251-5230
To obtain current FCC Forms and/or filing instructions,
you can:
• Have the forms mailed to you by calling the FCC
Forms Hotline (1-800-418-FORM (3676)
• Have the forms faxed to you by the FCC’s Fax-On-
Demand System by calling 1-202-418-0177.
For more information regarding the licensing application,
contact the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (255-5322).
You are required to have in your possession a current copy
of Part 95 of the FCC Rules and Regulations before operating your radio. It is your responsibility to insure your radio
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FCC Licensing Information, Continued
operates in accordance with the guidelines established by
the FCC and that you are familiar with Part 95 of the FCC
Rules before you operate your radio. To obtain current
copies of the FCC Rules and/or Part 95, contact:
Superintendent of Documents
Government Printing Office
Washington, DC 20402-9371
or call: 1-202-783-3238 (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern
Standard Time, Monday - Friday, excluding Holidays).
Many larger metropolitan areas have U.S. Government
book stores. Check the business listings of your local
telephone directory under "Government Book Stores"
for locations.
Radio Controls/Functions
A Antenna Receptacle
B Channel Selector Switch
C On/Off - Volume Control
D Accessory Jack
E Speaker
F Microphone
G Battery Release Latch
H Push-To-Talk Bar
I Monitor Button
J TX/Battery Low LED
Belt Clip (not shown)
Battery Contacts (not shown)
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