MicroTalk MT 925 PRO [e-mail]

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CALL Button ENTER Button

MODE Button

CHANNEL UP/
CHANNEL DOWN Buttons

Speaker/Microphone

Belt Clip

LOCK Button

External Speaker/
Microphone Jack

TALK Button

LIGHT/MAX RANGE
Button

Battery
Compartment

Lock Tab

Intercom Jack

Antenna

Two-Way Radio Model MT 925 PRO

Channel Number

CTCSS Privacy Code or
DCS Code Numbers

Receive/Transmit

Lock

Power Saver Battery Level

Dual Watch

ON-OFF/VOLUME Knob

VibrAlert®/Call Alert

DCS Code

Scan

Roger Beep Icon

Keystroke Tone

Wrist Strap
Connection Location

CTCSS Privacy Code

VOX

Memory Location
Number

Memory

Battery Charge Contacts

Power/Transmit-Receive
Indicator

This equiment is intended for use in:

• Countries of use

PT •
SE •
CH •
SI •
SK •
TR •

LI •
LU •
MT •
NL •
NO •
PL •

HU •

IE •
IS •
IT •
LT •

LV •

EE •
ES •
FI •
FR •
GB •
GR •

AT •
BE •
CY •
CZ •
DE •
DK •

electrical socket. (A UK-compatible
connector is included, if required.)

2. Place the rechargeable NiMH BATTERY PACK
(part No. FA-BP) in the battery compartment
(see “Battery Installation”).

3. Place the RADIO in the charger base.

The CHARGE light on the charger base will indicate when the
radio is inserted into the charger properly.

A full charge will take approximately three (3) hours. You can
leave the unit in the charger indefinitely.

NOTE: Your microTALK®radio can also be operated with four

standard AAA alkaline batteries.

WARNING: Only the NiMH battery pack FA-BP can be recharged.

To Recharge the Rechargeable NiMH Battery Pack:

1. Attach the POWER SUPPLY to the charger base and plug it
into an electrical socket. (A UK­compatible connector is included, if
required.)

2. Insert BATTERY PACK GUIDE in the radio
charging well.

3. Place the rechargeable NiMH BATTERY
PACK (part No. FA-BP) in the charger base.

The CHARGE light on the charger base will indicate when the
rechargeable NiMH battery pack (part No. FA-BP) is inserted
into the charger properly.

A full charge will take approximately three (3) hours. You can
leave the the battery pack in the charger indefinitely.

NOTE: Your microTALK®radio can also be operated with four

standard AAA alkaline batteries.

WARNING: Only the NiMH battery pack FA-BP can be recharged.

OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES

For accessory orders and availability,
please contact your local dealer.

PA-BC2 ........Replacement Belt Clip

FA-BP ..........NiMH Rechargeable Battery

Pack

MA-SM ........Lapel Speaker/ Microphone

MA-VOX ......VOX Headset Speaker/

Microphone

MA-EBM ......Ear Bud Microphone with

Push To Talk Button

WARRANTY &
CUSTOMER
SERVICE

For warranty and customer service
information, please contact your local
dealer.

OPERATION

Product Information

This microTALK®radio has been manufactured to meet all
required standards for radio equipment using PMR 446
frequencies as authorized. The use of this two-way radio product
involves the public airways and its use may be subject to local
laws or regulations. Contact your radio licensing authority for
more information.

Caring for Your Radio

Your microTALK®radio will give you years of trouble-free service
if cared for properly. Here are a few suggestions:

• Handle the radio gently.

• Keep it away from dust.

• Never put the radio in water or in a damp place.

• Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.

Product Features

• Two-Way Radio

with up to a 3 km (2 mile) range

•

8 Channels*

•

38 CTCSS Privacy Codes

• 83 DCS Codes

• Backlit LCD Display

•

Water Resistant

• Battery Saver Circuitry

•

Maximum Range Extender

•

VOX Mode for Hands-Free Transmissions

•

VibrAlert®Silent Paging

•

Intercom Capability

•

10 Memory Locations

• Call Alert (10 Selectable Tones)

•

Scan (Channel, CTCSS Privacy Code,
DCS Code, Memory)

•

Dual Watch Programmable 2-Location Scan

•

Key Lock

• Auto Squelch

• Selectable On/Off "Roger Beep"

Confirmation Tone

• Selectable On/Off

Keystroke Tones

• External Speaker/Microphone Jack

•

Belt Clip

• Wrist Strap

• Battery Charge Contacts in Battery Compartment Door

•

Rapid Desktop Charger

• Rechargeable NiMH Battery Pack

• AC Adapter (220V, 2-Pin Euro Plug)

•

Plug Converter

(220V, 2-Pin Euro Plug to 240V, 3-Pin UK Plug)

*You are not allowed to use channels 1 and 2 in France.

This situation can change; please contact the French radio
licensing authority for more information.

Battery Installation

To Install or Replace Batteries:

1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip
latch and sliding clip Up.

2. Pull down on the BATTERY DOOR LOCK
TAB to remove the battery
compartment cover.

3. Insert the rechargeable NiMH battery
pack (part No. FA-BP) according to
instructions indicated on battery pack.

4. Replace battery compartment cover
and belt clip.

NOTE: Your microTALK®radio can also be

operated with four standard AAA
alkaline batteries. Always use high­quality alkaline batteries. Position
batteries according to polarity
markings.

NOTE: See “Optional Accessories” for accessory availability and

ordering instructions.

Battery Pack
and Desktop Charger

Your microTALK®radio includes a
rechargeable NiMH battery pack (part No.
FA-BP) and a rapid desktop charger (part
No. PA-CX). In addition, a UK-compatible
connector is included, if required.

Your rapid desktop charger is capable of recharging one (1)
radio (with battery pack installed in battery compartment) or
one (1) battery pack using the included battery pack guide in
the radio charging well. See “Optional Accessories” to order
additional rechargeable NiMH battery packs (part No. FA-BP) or
other speaker/microphone accessories.

You should fully charge the included rechargeable NiMH battery
pack (part No. FA-BP) before using your microTALK

®

radio for

the first time.

To Recharge the Rechargeable NiMH Battery Pack
In Radio:

1. Attach the POWER SUPPLY to the
charger base and plug it in to an

FA-BP

Remove Belt Clip

Lock Tab

Insert Batteries

CHARGE

Battery Pack &
Desktop Charger

CHARGE

Battery Pack
In Radio

CHARGE

Battery Pack Only

FEATURES, ACCESSORIES and
OPERATION

English

PA-BC2

MA-SM

MA-VOX

MA-EBM

Radio Power

To Turn Your Radio On:

1. Rotate the ON-OFF/VOLUME knob
clockwise. An audible tone will indicate
that the radio is On.

Your microTALK

®

radio is now in LISTENING
MODE, ready to receive transmissions. The radio is always in
LISTENING MODE, except when the TALK, CALL or MODE buttons
are pressed.

To Turn Your Radio Off:

1. Rotate the ON-OFF/VOLUME knob anticlockwise until you

hear and feel a click.

Battery Low Indicator

Battery power is indicated by the segments
appearing at the bottom of the display. As
battery power decreases, fewer segments
will be visible. When the last segment
begins to flash, the batteries should be replaced or recharged.

WARNING: Only the NiMH battery pack FA-BP can be recharged.

Battery/Power Saver

If there are no transmissions within ten
(10) seconds, the unit will automatically
switch to Battery Save Mode and POWER
SAVER will appear on the display. This will
not affect the unit’s ability to receive incoming transmissions.

Power/Transmit-Receive
Indicators

The POWER/TRANSMIT-RECEIVE INDICATOR
flashes every three (3) seconds to indicate
that the radio is On.

While transmitting, the POWER/TRANSMIT­RECEIVE INDICATOR will stay on steady and
the rings of the TRANSMIT/RECEIVE ICON
will be displayed.

While receiving a transmission, the
POWER/TRANSMIT-RECEIVE INDICATOR will
flash rapidly and the lightning bolts of the
TRANSMIT/RECEIVE ICON will be
displayed.

Power Saver Icon

OPERATION

English

Communicating with
Another Person

To Talk To Another Person:

1. Press and hold the TALK button.

2. With the microphone about 5 cm

(2 inches) from your mouth, speak in
a normal voice.

3. Release the TALK button when you

have finished talking and listen for a
response.

You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the TALK
button.

Listening for a Response

When You Have Finished Talking:

1. Release the TALK button to receive

incoming transmissions.

Your microTALK

®

is always in LISTENING
MODE except when the TALK, CALL or MODE buttons are
pressed.

Volume

To Adjust the Volume:

1. Rotate the ON-OFF/VOLUME knob.

Call Button

To Alert Another Person That You
Are Calling:

1. Press and release the CALL button.
The other person will hear a two (2)

second ringing tone. You cannot receive
transmissions while sending a call.

NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the

same channel/privacy code or

channel/DCS code to

communicate.

Channels

To Select a Channel:

1. With the radio On, push the CHANNEL
UP or CHANNEL DOWN button.
You can press and hold the CHANNEL
UP or CHANNEL DOWN button for fast
advance.

NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the

same channel/privacy code (see
“CTCSS Privacy Codes”) or
channel/DCS code (see “DCS Codes”) to communicate.

Lock Feature

The LOCK button locks the CHANNEL UP,
CHANNEL DOWN, MODE and ENTER
buttons to prevent accidental operation.

To Use the Lock Feature:

1. Press and hold the LOCK button for two
(2) seconds to turn the Lock Feature
On or Off.

A double beep sound is used to confirm
your Lock Feature On or Off request. When
the radio is in Lock Mode, the Lock icon will be displayed.

Display Illumination

To Illuminate Your Display:

1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX
RANGE button to illuminate the display
for ten (10) seconds.

Auto Squelch/Maximum Range Extender

Your microTALK®radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, which
automatically shuts Off weak transmissions and unwanted noise
resulting from terrain, conditions, or from reaching your
maximum range limit.

You can temporarily turn Off Auto Squelch or turn On Maximum
Range Extender, allowing all signals to be received and
extending the maximum range of your radio.

To Temporarily Turn Off Auto Squelch:

1. Press the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button
for less than five (5) seconds.

If you hear two (2) beeps, you have
turned the Maximum Range Extender On (see below).

To Turn Maximum Range Extender On:

1. Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for at least
five (5) seconds until you hear two (2) beeps, indicating
that the Maximum Range Extender is On.

To Turn Maximum Range Extender Off:

1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button or change
channels.

microTALK®Range

Your microTALK®radio has a range of up to
three (3) kilometres (2 miles). Your range
will vary depending on terrain and
conditions.

In flat, open country your radio will
operate at maximum range.

Buildings and foliage in the path of the
signal can reduce the range.

Dense foliage and hilly terrain will
further reduce the signal.

Remember, you can achieve maximum
range by using Maximum Range Extender.
See above for details.

External
Speaker/Microphone Jack

Your microTALK®radio can be fitted with
an optional external speaker/microphone
(not included), freeing your hands for other
tasks.

NOTE: See “Optional Accessories” for accessory availability and
ordering instructions.

To Attach the External Speaker/Microphone:

1. Open the SPEAKER/MICROPHONE TAB on top of the unit.

2. Insert the plug into the SPEAKER/MICROPHONE jack.

Intercom

With the optional intercom adapter and
two external speaker/microphone
attachments, a single microTALK

®

radio can
be used as an intercom system. (Ideal for
motorcyclists.) Contact your local dealer for availability and
pricing.

On-Off/Volume
Knob

Talk Button

5 cm (2 inches)
From Mouth

On-Off/Volume
Knob

Battery Low

Listening

Channel Number

Channel Buttons

Call Button

Lock Button

Light/Max Range
Button

Lock Icon

Light/Max Range
Button

Reduced Range

Maximum Range

Reduced Range

External Speaker/
Microphone

Intercom

Power/Transmit­Receive Indicator

Transmiting

Receiving