Radio Shack 21-1901 User Manual

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• Do not open your radio to make any internal adjustments. Your radio is set up to transmit a regulated signal on an assigned frequency. It is against the law to alter or adjust the settings inside the radio to exceed those limitations. Any adjustments made to your radio must be made by a qualified technician using the proper test equipment. Never open your radio's case. Never change or replace anything in your radio except the batteries.

• The EPA certified RBRC

Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery indicates RadioShack is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal in your area. Please call 1-800-THE-SHACK (1-800-843-7422) for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/ restrictions in your area. RadioShack’s involvement in this program is part of the company’s commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.

You can use your RadioShack 22-Channel FRS/GMRS Radio Pair Pack to communicate at almost any time. You can talk to your friends in the next room, next door, and around the neighborhood. Your radios transmit and receive on Family Radio Service (FRS) and General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies.

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OWNER’S MANUAL

Please read before using this equipment.

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Each radio requires three AAA batteries (not supplied) for power. Batteries are available at your local RadioShack store or online at also use Ni-Cd/Ni-MH rechargeable batteries in the radio and recharge them using an optional 6V, series regulated, 1A AC/DC adapter, available at your local RadioShack store. It takes 6 hours for NiCD and 12 hours for Ni-MH batteries to charge.

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1. Remove the belt clip by pulling up the tab and sliding the belt clip upward. Then slide the battery compartment cover downward.

2. Set CHG ON/OFF to ON if you use rechargeable batteries or to OFF if you use non-rechargeable batteries.

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3. Install the batteries according to the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked inside.

4. Replace the cover and the belt clip.

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If you use non-rechargeable batteries, be sure to set CHG ON/OFF to OFF. Nonrechargeable batteries can get hot and explode if you try to recharge them.

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• Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly.

• Do not burn or bury batteries.

• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.

• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.

• If you do not plan to use the radios for a month or more, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts.

• Do not overcharge rechargeable batteries.

• Replace the batteries within 30 seconds after you remove them to protect the radio’s memory settings for key tone, VOX, talk confirmation, and last channel..

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You can power the radios from a standard AC outlet or even your vehicle using a 6V, series regulated, 1A AC/DC adapter and a size H Adaptaplug™ adapter (neither supplied). Both are available at your local RadioShack store.

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You can set the radio so a confirmation tone sounds when you release PTT. The tone alerts the person you are talking to that you have finished talking. appears when this setting is activated.

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Keep the radios dry; if they get wet, wipe them dry immediately. Use and store the radios only in normal temperature environments. Handle the radios carefully; do not drop them. Keep the radios away from dust and dirt, and wipe them with a damp cloth occasionally to keep them looking new.

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If the radio’s display locks up or the radio does not work properly after you turn it on, turn it off then turn it on again. If this does not correct the problem, reset the radio by turning it off then holding down turning it on again.

The radio might not turn on in some cases after you replace the batteries. If this happens, remove the batteries from the battery compartment, wait about 10 minutes, then reinstall them.

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When power is low, the radio beeps and flashes. Replace or recharge the batteries.

This product is warranted by RadioShack aga inst manu factur in g defect s in mater ial and workm anship un der no rma l use for nine ty (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF AN Y BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations o n how lon g an im pl ied war ran ty lasts or the e xclusion or l imitation of inci de ntal or consequentia l dama ges, so the ab ove limita t ions or exclusions may no t apply to you. In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law: (a)correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Repaired or replace d parts and pro ducts are warr ante d for t he remain der of the orig inal warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period. This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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You can attach an optional wrist strap or pager chain (not supplied, available at your local RadioShack store) to the hole

PTT

1. Hold down

2. Release

The radio automatically stops transmitting if you continuously transmit for more than 3 minutes.

CALL

Press

CALL

paging tone to all radios tuned to the same channel.

UP/ / DOWN/

Press

UP/ / DOWN/

to adjust the volume. The volume level appears as /4 to

LOCK

• Press

• Hold down

You cannot change the channel, VOX setting, key tone setting, or talk confirmation setting when keylock is on.

to talk.

PTT

to receive.

PTT

to send a

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once, then press

LOCK

twice, then press

LOCK

three times, then press

LOCK

four times, then press

LOCK

for about 2 seconds to lock the radio’s keys.

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Limited Ninety-Day Warranty

RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102

UP/

DOWN/

UP/

to change the channel.

DOWN/

on the back of the radio.

Press when you change the channel, turn VOX on or off, turn the key tone on or off, or turn the talk confirmation tone on or off.

PWR

1. Hold down

2. Press backlight for about 15 seconds.

3. Press

4. Hold down

to turn voice activation (VOX) on or off.

to turn the key tone on or off.

to turn the talk confirmation tone on or off.

PTT

SPK/MIC

Connect an optional headset/microphone.

CHG

Connect an AC/DC adapter to recharge rechargeable batteries.

PWR

to save the setting

CALL

to turn on the radio.

PWR

once to turn on the display

again to turn off the backlight.

to turn off the radio.

PWR

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No. of Channels ....................................................... 22

Power Output

Channels 1-7 and 15-22 .............. 700 mW Conducted

Channels 8-14 ..................................... 500 mW ERP

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

Power Sources ..............................Three AAA batteries

Positive (+) Tip AC/DC Adapt er with H Adaptap lug

Use of any other power source may cause damage.

Operating Temperature ........... -4° – 122°F (-20° – 50°C)

Weight (with batteries) ............................ 4.2 oz. (119 g)

Dimensions (HWD) ................................ 3.5 × 2 × 1.2 In.

Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.

Battery Life

This chart shows the appropriate battery life during two-way use for alkaline, Ni-Cd, and Ni-MH batteries.

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Alkaline 23 hours Ni-CD 6 hours (300 mAh) Ni-MH 13 hours (600 mAh)

Two-way use is defined as 90% standby time, 5% talk time, and 5% receive time.

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RadioShack Corporation Fort Worth, Texas 76102

Optional Series Regulated 6V, 1A,

(89 × 52 × 30 mm)

2002 RadioShack Corporation.

RadioShack and RadioShack.com are trademarks

used by RadioShack Corporation.

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Your radios might cause TV or radio interference even when they are operating properly. To determine whether your radios are causing the interference, turn them off. If the interference goes away, your radios are causing it. Eliminate the interference by:

• Moving your radios away from the receiver.

• Calling your local RadioShack store for help.

Using your radios as described in this manual exposes you to RF energy well below the FCC's recommended limits.

If your radios are not performing as they should, take them to your local RadioShack store for assistance. Modifying or tampering with the radio's internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate their warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate them.

This device complies with Part 15 of the

. Operation is subject to the following two

Rules

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.

FCC

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Channels 8 through 14 on your radios transmit on FRS frequencies. Channels 1 through 7 and 15 through 22 on your radios transmit on GMRS frequencies. You must have a license from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) before you can transmit on Channels 1 through 7 and 15 through 22.

If you want to use the GMRS channels, you can get more information about FCC licensing requirements at

genmbl.html

http://wireless.fcc.gov/prs/

or call 1-800-418-3676.

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Before any person transmits on any channel authorized in the GMRS from any point within or over the territorial limits of any area where radio services are regulated by the FCC, the responsible party must obtain a license for a GMRS system. Any individual 18 years of age, or older, who is not a representative of a foreign government is eligible to apply for a GMRS license.

Application for a GMRS system license is made on FCC Form 605, and you can obtain a copy from the FCC’s website at

formpage.html

Distribution Center at 1-800-418-FORM (3676), or using fax-on-demand by calling 1-202-418-0177. There is a filing fee. For information on fees, see the FCC’s website at

feeinfo.html

or by calling the FCC’s Forms

Use of VOX and other features might reduce battery life.

http://www.fcc.gov/

http://www.fcc.gov/csinfo/

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