RCA BR200DV, BR300DV, BR300DU, BR200DU Instruction Manual

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BR200DTM / BR300DTM Professional Digital Two-Way Radio Instruction Manual

Congratulations on selecting the BR200DTM or BR300DTM from

RCA Communications Systems - The most trusted name in radios!

The BR200D/BR300D series of digital professional communications products is based on DMR technology and establishes a benchmark in premium digital two-way radio equipment. These radios

are made to perform awlessly under the most demanding commercial conditions and feature

cutting edge design, high-end professional grade materials and components, simple operation and superior assembly quality. BR200D/BR300D radios are covered by a three-year “Warranty Protection Program,” one of the most comprehensive warranties in the communications industry.

To ensure you achieve maximum performance from your BR200D/BR300D radio, please be sure to carefully read this manual.

MODELS COVERED IN THIS MANUAL:

• BR200DV - VHF Two-Way Radio

• BR200DU - UHF Two-Way Radio

• BR300DV - VHF Two-Way Radio

• BR300DU - UHF Two-Way Radio

YEAR

WARRANTY

PROTECTION PROGRAM

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Technical Specications...................................4-5

Safety and General Information.......................6

Product Inspection..............................................7

Preparing Radio For Initial Use..........................8

Setting Up the Charger.....................................8

Charging the Battery.........................................8

Battery Storage...............................................10

Attaching the Battery......................................10

Attaching / Removing Antenna.......................11

Attaching / Removing Belt Clip........................11

RCA BR200DTM Overview...................................12

RCA BR300DTM Overview...................................13

Connecting Audio Accessories........................14

Turn Radio On / Off.........................................14

Adjusting the Volume.....................................14

Select a Channel ............................................15

Programmable Buttons...............................15 - 17

Setting Squelch Level .....................................17

Switching Between Analog/Digital Mode........17

Accessing Programmed Functions...................18

Operational Status Indicators .........................18

Display/Call Icons ............................................19

LED Indicator ....................................................20

Audio Tones .....................................................20

Making/Receiving Calls ..............................21 - 25

Selecting a Zone ..............................................21

Selecting a Channel/Subscriber ID/Group ID .....18

Receiving/Responding to a Radio Call ...............22

Receiving/Responding to a Group Call ..............22

Receiving/Responding to a Private Call .............22

Receiving an All Call ........................................23

Monitoring a Channel (Analog) ......................23

Making a Radio Call .......................................23

Making a Call W/Channel Selector Knob ..........24

Making a Private Call .......................................24

Making an All Call ...........................................25

Group/Private Call W/One Touch Call Button ...25

Emergency Operation ..................................26-27

Initiating/Responding To Emergency Alarm .......26

Exiting Emergency Mode .................................27

Advanced Features .......................................27-50

Radio Check ..................................................27

Sending a Radio Check* ................................27

CONTENTS:

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Remote Monitor* ............................................28

Initiating Remote Monitor* ..............................28

Contacts Settings* .........................................29

Group Call from Contacts* ............................29

Private Call from Contacts* ............................30

Call Indicator Settings/Call Tones* .................30

Call Tones for Text Messages* .........................31

Assigning Tone Styles* .....................................31

Call Log Features* .............................................32

Accessing the Call Log....................................32

Storing Alias or ID from Missed Call List..........32

Deleting a Call from the Call List........................32

Call Alert Operation *........................................33

Receiving & Responding to Call Alert..............33

Making Call Alert from Contact List................33

Text Message Features* ..................................34

Navigate to Message.......................................34

Receiving/Reading a Text Message ..................34

Managing Received Text Messages ..................34

Viewing Inbox Text Messages .........................35

Writing/Sending Text Message ........................35

CONTENTS continued

Sending a Quick Text Message........................35

Managing Fail-to-Send Text Messages.............36

Resend a Text Message...................................36

Forwarding a Text Message.............................37

Managing Sent Text Message ............................37

Viewing Sent Text Messages............................37

Deleting All Sent Messages from Sent Items .....38

Replying to an Inbox Text Message...................38

Deleting a Text Message from Inbox ................39

Privacy ..............................................................39-40

Dual Tone Multi Frequency (DTMF)................40

Security ............................................................41-42

Radio Enable/Disable ..................................41-42

Scan.........................................................................42

Viewing an Entry in the Scan List* ....................43

Scan Instructions and Methods........................43

Starting and Stopping Scan* ..............................43

Responding to a Scan........................................44

* = BR300DTM Only

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Deleting/Restoring A Nuisance Channel.....44-45

Utilities .................................................................45

Keypad Locked/Unlocked* ..............................45

Keypad Tones* ..............................................45

Setting the Power Level...................................46

Turning Voice Operating Transmission (VOX) On/

Off ................................................................46

Controlling the Display Backlight* ..................47

Talkaround........................................................47

Turning Radio Tones/Alerts On or Off* ...........48

Turning the LED Indicator On or Off ..............48

Turning the Introduction Screen On or Off* ....49

Accessing General Radio Information*........49-50

Care and Cleaning ...........................................50

Troubleshooting ..............................................51

Optional Accessories ...................................52-57

FCC Caution ......................................................57

RF Exposure Compliance/Control Guidelines...58-59

Warranty Statement................................... 60-61

Contact Information ........................................62

CONTENTS continued

GENERAL

Model BR200DTM / BR300D

Channel Numbers 32 / 1,000

Channel Spacing

Digital:12.5KHz

Analog:12.5KHz/25KHz

Working Voltage DC 7.5V

Frequency

VHF: 136-174MHz

UHF: 400-470MHz;

UHF: 450-520MHZ

Operating Temperature

(-4°F)~+122°F /

(-20°C)~+50°C

Storage Temperature

(-40°F)~+176°F /

(-40°C)~+80°C

Weight 9.5 oz / 270 g

Size:HxWxD

(Without antenna)

4.5” X 2.1” X 1.3”/

113.5mm x 54mm x 33.5mm

Waterproof Level IP65

Digital Protocol ETSI TS 102 361-1,-2,-3

Technical Specications:

* = BR300DTM Only

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Technical Specications continued:

RECEIVE

Frequency Stability +/-1.0 ppm

Digital sensitivity

0.35μV/-116dBm (20 dB SINAD)

0.7μV/-110dBm (Type)

Intermodulation TIA603C: 70 dB, ETSI: 65dB

Adjacent Channel

Selectivity

TIA603C: 65dB @ 12.5kHz;

ETSI: 60dB @12.5 kHz

Co-channel rejection -8dB@12.5KHz

Spurious response

rejection

70dB

Receive spurious

radiation

-57dBm@<1GHz,

-47dBm@>1GHz

Block 84dB

Rated Audio Power 1,000 mW @ 3% distortion

TRANSMITTER

Transmit power

1 W, 2 W, 4/5 W; 3

programmable levels

FM noise -40dB (12.5 kHz)

Intermodulation 60dB

Transmit spurious

radiation

-36dBm@<1GHz,

-30dBm@>1GHz

Adjacent channel

power

-60dB@12.5KHz

Modulation limit 2.5KHz@12.5KHz

Idle slot power -57dBm

Vocoder AMBE3000

Modulation Character +1dB---(-3)dB

Digital transmission bit

error rate

≤3%

4FSK Digital Modulation

12.5KHz Data: 7K60F1D & 7K60FXD

12.5khZ Voice: 7K60F1E &

7K60FXE

Combination of 12.5 kHz

Voice and Data: 7K60F1W

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SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION

This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. Before using this product, read the operating instructions.

» Turn radio off prior to entering any area

with a potentially explosive atmosphere, such as gas, petroleum, chemicals, blasting caps, etc.

» Do not charge the battery in a potentially

explosive atmosphere.

» Do not use any portable radio that has a

damaged antenna, as it can burn skin.

» This equipment is to be serviced only by

authorized RCA Communications Systems technicians. Any service performed by unauthorized technicians will void the warranty.

» Turn radio off when near electrical blasting

caps to avoid possible interference with blasting operations. Obey posted signs

such as those in hospitals or blasting areas advising people to turn off all two-way

radios. Obey pilots and ight attendants

instructions to turn off radios on airplanes.

» Do not place a radio over an air bag or in an

air bag’s deployment area, as the force with

which an air bag is inated could propel the

radio and may cause serious injury.

» Do not place the radio close to a heat

source or expose the radio to direct sunlight for a prolonged time.

» Hold the radio while in use in a vertical

position with the microphone one to two inches away from your lips.

» While wearing a transmitting radio, keep

the radio and its antenna at least one inch away from your body.

For a complete list of RCA approved antennas, batteries, chargers, holsters and audio accessories, visit:

http://www.RCACommunicationsSystems.com

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PRODUCT INSPECTION

Prior to unpacking the BR200D

or BR300DTM portable radio, please inspect the packaging for signs of damage and report any damage or missing components immediately to your RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Center. Every BR200D/BR300D portable radio comes with the following items:

Item Qty.

BR200DTM or BR300D

- Handheld Radio 1

B2017LI - Li-Ion Battery (1700 mAh) 1 ANH200U-6 - Antenna for UHF Models

ANH200V-6 - Antenna for VHF Models

BC200 - Belt Clip 1 Instruction Manual 1 CH2001* - Desktop Rapid Charger 1 PS2001* - Power Supply 1

B2017LI

Li-Ion Battery

(1700 mAh)

CH2001*

Desktop Rapid Charger

PS2001*

Power Supply

BC200

Belt Clip

*Items sent in separate box if ordered.

BR200D

Handheld Radio

BR300D

Handheld Radio

Antenna

ANH200U-6 - UHF models ANH200V-6 - VHF models

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Battery Information

Charging the Battery

Your radio is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-lon) battery. To avoid damage and comply with warranty terms, charge the battery using only an original RCA charger, exactly as described in the charger user guide. When the charger’s LED is red, it is an indication that the battery is being correctly charged. When the LED is green, the battery charge is complete.

Note: Charge a new battery 12 to 14 hours before initial use for best performance.

Preparing Your Radio for Initial Use Setting Up Your Charger

1. Plug the adapter’s AC connector into the AC outlet socket. (see image A)

2. Plug the adapter’s DC connector into the DC socket on the back of the charger. (see image B)

3. Place the radio with the battery attached, or the battery alone, in the charger. (see image C)

4. Make sure the battery contact is touching the charging terminals. The charging process begins when the red LED light illuminates.

5. The green LED light will illuminate approximately two hours later, indicating the battery is fully charged.

Image A

Image B

Image C

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Maximum battery capacity is normally achieved after two or three full charge / discharge cycles.

Caution:

To reduce the risk of injury, use only batteries

specied by RCA Communications Systems.

- To avoid risk of personal injury, do not

dispose of batteries in a re.

- Dispose of batteries according to local recycling regulations. Do not dispose as household waste.

- Never attempt to disassemble the battery.

- When charging a battery, keep it at a temperature between 41°F ~ 104°F (5°C ~ 40°C) to ensure a full charge. Temperatures outside this range significantly reduce battery life. The operating time (talk-time and standby time) is noticeably shorter than normal, replace the battery.

- Before charging a battery attached to a radio, turn the radio off to ensure a full charge.

Never leave a radio on while in the charger, as it can damage both the battery and the radio; the charger is not a radio stand.

- Do not cut off the power supply or remove battery while charging.

- Never charge a battery that is wet. Dry it with soft cloth prior charging.

- The battery will eventually weaken. When the operating time (talk-time and standby time) becomes noticeably shorter than normal, replace the battery.

- Battery performance greatly decreases at temperatures below -4°F (-20°C). Having a spare battery is always necessary in extremely cold environments. A cold battery may work again when it returns to room temperature, so keep it for later use.

- Dust on the battery contact may cause the battery not to work or charge properly. Use a clean dry cloth to wipe it before attaching the battery to the radio.

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- Batteries with damaged contacts can be extremely dangerous. Any battery with damage to one or more contacts should be replaced immediately and not used under any circumstances.

Battery Storage

1. Fully charge a battery before storing it for an extended period of time to avoid battery damage due to over-discharge.

2. Recharge a battery after three months storage to avoid reduced battery capacity due to over-discharge.

3. When storing a battery, keep it in a dry place at room temperature.

Attaching / Detaching the Battery

1. Place the battery so it aligns with the grooves in the back of the radio and

will t under the belt clip attachment.

(See Figure 1)

2. Slide the battery towards the top of the radio until the battery clicks into place.

Note: If the battery does not securely lock with a “click”, remove it and reattach it .

3. Detaching - Push and hold the battery release button down, then slide the battery towards the bottom of the radio until the battery can be removed.

Figure 1

Battery release button

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Attaching / Removing the Antenna

1. With the radio turned off, set the antenna in its receptacle and turn clockwise until it is tight. (See Figure 2)

2. To remove the antenna, turn the radio off and turn the antenna counterclockwise.

Figure 2

Attaching / Removing the Belt Clip

Using a small screwdriver, align the belt clip’s screw holes to the radio’s chassis. Attach by turning the screws clockwise into the belt clip’s screw holes. Remove by doing the reverse. (See Figure 3)

Figure 3

* If antenna needs to be replaced, use only RCA Communications Systems antennas. Incorrect or damaged antennas may reduce radio coverage

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Note: The frequency band of your BR200DTM is on the radio label. If it is not visible, identify the frequency band according to the color circle on the antenna: white indicates UHF and red indicates VHF.

RCA BR200DTM Overview

Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button Programmable Button 1* Programmable Button 2* Programmable Button 3* Channel Selector On/Off/Volume Knob LED Indicator Audio Accessory

Connector Microphone

* These buttons are programmable by your RCA Communications Systems Dealer upon request.

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Note: The frequency band of your BR300DTM is on the radio label. If it is not visible, identify the frequency band according to the color circle on the antenna: white indicates UHF and red indicates VHF.

Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button Programmable Button 1* Programmable Button 2* Microphone Display Keypad - 12 alpha/

numeric keys; 3

menu control keys Programmable Button 3* Channel Selector On/Off/Volume Knob LED Indicator Antenna Belt Clip Audio Accessory

Connector

RCA BR300DTM Overview

* These buttons are programmable by your RCA Communications Systems Dealer upon request.

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Connecting Audio Accessories

The audio accessory connector is located on the side of the radio under the plastic cover. It is used to connect RCA audio accessories to the radio. Pull down on the accessory cover and insert the desired audio accessory connector

rmly into the accessory jack. (See Figure 4)

Figure 4

BASIC OPERATIONS

Turn On/Off the Radio

1. Rotate the On/Off/Volume Control Knob clockwise until you hear a click. (See Figure

5) The LED blinks green and a brief tone sounds, indicating that the power up test is successful. The BR300DTM radio displays “RCA BR300D

DMR Radio” when

powered up.

2. To turn off the radio, rotate the knob counterclockwise until you hear a click.

Note: There is no power up tone if the radio tones/alerts function is disabled. If your radio does not power up, check your battery.

Adjusting the Volume

To increase the volume, turn the On/Off/ Volume Control Knob clockwise. To decrease the volume, turn this knob counterclockwise. (See Figure 5)

Figure 5

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Figure 6

Programmable Buttons

Your RCA Communications Systems Dealer can program the programmable buttons as shortcuts to radio functions or preset channels/groups depending on the duration of a button press:

- Short Press - Press and release quickly.

- Long press - Press and hold for the programmed duration (between 1 seconds and 3.75 seconds).

Programmable Functions

All Alert Tones On/Off One Touch Access 5 Emergency On One Touch Access 6 Emergency Off Repeater/Talkaround Nuisance Delete Scan On/Off High/Low Transmit Power Tight/Normal Squelch Monitor On/Off Privacy On/Off One Touch Access 1 VOX On/Off One Touch Access 2 Lone Worker On/Off One Touch Access 3 Zone Toggle (BR200D

only)

One Touch Access 4 Battery Indicator (BR200D

only)

Select A Channel

Rotate the Channel Selector Knob to the desired channel (Figure 6). or to switch between channels.

Channels can be congured as analog or digital

channel. Your radio has features that are available in both analog and digital mode. The minor differences in the way each feature works does not affect the performance of your radio.

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All Alert Tones On/Off - Toggles all tones and

alerts on or off.

Emergency On - Initiates an emergency alarm

or call.

Emergency Off - Cancels an emergency alarm

or call.

Nuisance Delete - Temporarily removes an

unwanted channel, except the Selected Channel, from the scan list. The Selected Channel refers to the user’s selected zone/channel combination from which scan is initiated.

High/Low Transmit Power - Toggles transmit

power level between high and low.

Monitor On/Off - Monitors a selected channel

for activity.

One Touch Access - Directly initiates a

predened Private or Group Call, a Call Alert

or a Quick Text message.

Scan On/Off - Toggles scan on or off.

Tight/Normal Squelch - Toggles squelch level between tight and normal squelch levels.

Privacy On/Off - Toggles privacy (basic voice encryption) on or off.

VOX On/Off - Toggles Voice Activated Function

on or off.

Lone Worker On/Off - Toggles Lone Worker

feature On or Off, on per channel basis.

Zone Toggle (BR200D

Only) - Toggles

between Channel Zone 1 and Channel Zone 2.

Battery Indicator (BR200D

Only) - Indicates

battery charge level, low, medium or high.

Push-To-Talk (PTT) Button

The PTT button on the side of the radio has two main functions:

- Press and hold down PTT button to initiate and call and talk. Release the PTT button to listen. The microphone is activated when the PTT button is pressed.

- If a call is in progress, the PTT button allows the radio to transmit to the other radios that are part of the call.

Note: If the Talk Permit Tone is enabled, wait

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until the short alert tone ends before talking. During a call, if the Channel Free Indication

feature is enabled on your radio (programmed by your RCA Communications Systems Dealer), you will hear a short alert tone the moment the target radio (the radio that is receiving your call) releases the PTT button, indicating the channel is free for you to respond. You will also hear the Channel Free Indication tone if your call is interrupted, for example, when the radio receives an Emergency Call.

Setting the Squelch Level (Analog)

You can adjust your radio’s squelch level

to lter out unwanted calls with low signal

strength or channels that have a higher than normal background noise. Settings: Normal is the default level. Tight

may help to lter out (unwanted) calls and / or

background noise. However, calls from radio within your system that are in very remote

locations may also be ltered out.

Press the programmed Squelch button to toggle squelch level between normal and tight. OR follow the procedure below to adjust the Squelch Level through the Menu (BR300DTM Only).

1. Press [O] to access the menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Utilities and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Squelch and press [O]to select.

5. Choose either Tight or Normal and press [O] button, screen returns to the previous menu.

Switching Between Analog/Digital Mode

Each channel in your radio can be programmed as an analog channel or a digital channel. Use the Channel Selector Knob to switch between an analog or a digital channel.

Note: When switching from digital to analog, certain features of the radio become unavailable.

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Key 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

1,.?

1 . , ? ! @ & ‘ % - : * #

2abc

A B C 2

3def

D E F 3

4ghi

G H I 4

5jkl

J K L 5

6mno

M N O 6

7pqrs

P Q R S 7

8tuv

T U V 8

9wxyz

W X Y Z 9

0CAPS

0 NOTE: Press to enter “0” and long press to activate the CAPS lock. Another long press to turn off the CAPS lock.

DEL

* or Del NOTE: Press during text entry to delete a character.

# or Space NOTE: Press during text entry to insert a space.

Number of Times Key is Pressed

Accessing the Programmed Functions

You can access various radio functions one of the following ways: A short or long press of the

relevant programmable buttons. OR -

- To access the main menu, press the [O] button. To toggle through the menu options, press [<] or [>].

- To select a function or access a sub-menu, press the [O] button.

- To go back one menu level, or return to the previous screen, press the [C] button.

Note: Your radio will exit the menu after a period of inactivity and returns to Main Menu.

Radio Keypad (BR300D

Only)

You can use the alphanumeric keypad to access the radio features. You can also use the keypad to enter subscriber numbers or IDs, and text messages. Note: Some characters require that you press a key multiple times. The table shows the number

of times a key needs to be pressed to generate the required character.

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Operational Status Indicators

Your radio indicates its operational status through the following:

• Display Icons (BR300DTM)

• Call Icons (BR300DTM)

• Sent Item Icons (BR300DTM)

• LED Indicator (BR200DTM and BR300DTM)

• Audio Tones (BR200DTM and BR300DTM)

Display Icons

The LCD display on the BR300DTM shows radio status, text entries, and menu entries. The following icons will appear on the radio’s display.

Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) - The number of bars displayed

represents the radio signal strength and is only displayed while the radio is in receiving mode.

Monitor - Selected channel is being monitored.

Power Level - Radio is set at Low power. Radio is set at High power.

Tones Disable - Tones are turned off.

Scan - Scan feature is enabled.

Priority Scan - Radio detects activity

on channel/group designated as Priority 1 (if • is blinking) or Priority 2 (if • is steady)

Unread Message - The radio has unread message(s) in the Inbox.

Inbox Full - The radio’s Inbox is full.

Emergency - Radio is in Emergency

mode.

Privacy - The Privacy feature is enabled.

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Talkaround - The radio is currently

congured for direct radio to radio

communication.

Battery - The number of bars (0 – 4) shown indicates the charge remaining in the battery. Icon blinks when the battery is low.

Call Icons

The following icons appear on the radio’s display during a call and in the Contacts list to indicate ID type.

Private Call - Indicates a Private Call in progress. In the Contacts list, it indicates a subscriber alias (name) or ID (number).

Group Call/All Call - Indicates a Group Call or All Call in progress. In the Contacts list, it indicates a group alias (name) or ID (number).

Sent Item Icons

The following icons appear at the top right corner of the radio’s display in the Sent Items folder.

Sent Successfully - The text message is sent successfully.

Send Failed - The text message cannot be sent.

In-Progress - The text message to a group alias or ID is pending transmission.

LED Indicator

The LED indicator shows the operational status of your radio.

Blinking Red - Radio is scanning, Radio is transmitting at low battery condition, receiving an emergency transmission or has failed the self-test upon powering up.

Solid Red - Radio is transmitting. Blinking Green - Radio is powering up.

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Solid Green - Radio is receiving or carrier is present/busy channel.

Rapidly Blinking Green - Radio is receiving a privacy-enabled call or data.

Note: When the LED is solid green, it indicates the radio detects activity over the air. Due to the nature of the digital protocol, this activity may or may not affect the radio’s programmed channel.

Audio Tones

Alert tones provide you with audible indications of the radio’s status or the radio’s response to data received.

Continuous Tone - A monotone sound. Sounds continuously until termination.

Periodic Tone - Sounds periodically depending on the duration set by the radio.

Repetitive Tone - A single tone that repeats itself until it is terminated by the user.

Momentary Tone - Sounds only once for a

short period of time dened by the radio.

Making and Receiving Calls

Selecting a Zone

Zones are groups of channels. *BR200DTM has 2 zones with a maximum of 16

channels per zone. *BR300DTM has up to 250 zones with a

maximum of 16 channels per zone. You may switch among zones through function

keys or Channel Knob as programmed by your RCA Communications Systems dealer.

1. Press the [O] key to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to toggle to the Zone menu.

3. Press [O] to select the Zone menu.

4. Press [<] or [>] to locate the desired Zone and then press [O] to select the desired Zone.

5. The display will show the selected Zone momentarily.

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Selecting a Channel, Subscriber ID or Group ID

Once the required zone is displayed (if your radio has multiple zones), turn the programmed Channel Selector Knob to select the channel, subscriber alias or ID, or group alias or ID.

Receiving and Responding to a Radio Call

Once the channel, subscriber ID or group ID is displayed, you can proceed to receive and respond to calls. To unscramble a privacy-enabled call, your radio must have the same Privacy Key, OR the same Key Value and Key ID (programmed by your RCA dealer), as the transmitting radio (the radio you are receiving the call from).

Receiving and Responding to a Group Call

To receive a call from a group of users, your

radio must be congured to be part of the

group. When you receive a Group Call:

1. The LED blinks green.

2. BR300DTM Only - The rst line of the display

shows the caller alias, and the RSSI icon. The second line displays the group alias and the Group Call icon.

3. Press the [PTT] button to respond to the call and the LED indicator lights up red. Note: If Talk Permit Function is enabled, wait for the

Talk Permit Tone to nish and then speak

clearly into the microphone.

4. Release the [PTT] button to listen.

5. If there is no voice activity for a set period of time, the call ends.

Receiving and Responding to a Private Call

A Private Call is a call from one individual radio to another individual radio.

There are two types of Private Calls. The

rst type is when a radio presence check is

performed prior to setting up the call. The second sets up the call immediately. When you receive a Private Call:

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1. The LED blinks green.

2. BR300DTM Only - The rst line of the display

shows the subscriber alias or ID, and the RSSI icon. The second line displays Private Call and the Private Call icon.

3. Press the [PTT] to respond to the call; the LED indicator lights up red. Note: If Talk Permit Function is enabled, wait for the Talk

Permit Tone to nish and then speak clearly

into the microphone.

4. Release the [PTT] button to listen.

5. If there is no voice activity for a predetermined period of time, the call ends.

Receiving an All Call

An All Call is a call from an individual radio to every radio on the channel. It is used to make important announcements requiring the attention of all radio users. When you receive an All Call:

1. The LED blinks green.

2. BR300DTM in Digital Mode Only - The rst

line of the display shows the subscriber alias

or ID, and the RSSI icon. The second line displays All Call and the All Call icon. .

3. Once the All Call ends, the radio returns to the previous screen before receiving the call.

Note: You cannot respond to an All Call. The radio stops receiving the All Call if you switch to a different channel while receiving the call.

Monitoring A Channel (Analog)

Use the Monitor feature to make sure a channel is clear before transmitting by listening for activity on the channel.

1. Press the programmed Monitor button and listen for activity. The monitor icon appears on the display.

2. If you hear activity on the channel the channel is busy. If you hear “white noise” on

the channel the channel is free.

Making a Radio Call

You can select a channel, subscriber ID, or group by using:

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• The Channel Selector Knob

• The programmable buttons

• The contacts list

• Manual Dial (using contacts list) - This method is for Private Calls only and is dialed using the keypad.

Making A Call With Channel Selector Knob

Making a Group Call

To make a Group Call, your radio must be

congured to be part of the group.

1. Turn the Channel Selector Knob to select the channel with the active group alias or ID.

2. Press the [PTT] button to make the call. When the target radio responds, the LED lights up green.

3. BR300DTM Only - The display shows the Group icon, group alias or ID, and transmitting radio alias or ID. Note: If Talk Permit Function is enabled, wait for the Talk Permit Tone to

nish, then speak clearly into the microphone.

4. Release the [PTT] button to listen.

5. If there is no voice activity for a predetermined period of time, the call ends. The radio returns to the screen you were on prior to initiating the call.

Making a Private Call

1. Turn the Channel Selector Knob to select the channel with the active subscriber alias or ID.

2. Press the [PTT] button to make the call. The LED lights up solid red. Note: If Talk Permit Function is enabled, wait for the Talk Permit

Tone to nish and then speak clearly into

the microphone.

3. BR300DTM Only - The rst line displays

the subscriber alias or ID. The second line displays Private Call and the Private Call icon. Release the [PTT] button to listen. When the target radio responds, the LED lights up solid green.

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4. If there is no voice activity for a predetermined period of time, the call ends.

5. BR300DTM Only - The radio returns to the screen last viewed prior to initiating the call.

Making an All Call

This feature allows you to transmit to all users on a channel. Your radio must be programmed to allow you to use this feature.

1. Turn the Channel Selector Knob to select the channel with the active All Call group alias or ID.

2. Press the [PTT] button to make the call. The LED lights up solid red and

3. BR300DTM Only - The Display shows the All Call group alias or ID, and the All Call icon.

Note: Users on the channel cannot respond to an All Call.

Making a Group or Private Call with the One Touch Call Button

The One Touch Call feature allows you to make

a Group or Private Call to a predened alias

or ID easily. This feature can be assigned to a short or long programmable button press. You can only have one alias or ID assigned to a One Touch Call button. Your radio can have multiple One Touch Call buttons programmed.

1. Press the programmed One Touch Call button to make a Group or Private Call to

the predened alias or ID.

2. Press the [PTT] button to make a call. Note: If Talk Permit Function is enabled, wait for

the Talk Permit Tone to nish, then speak

clearly into the microphone.

3. BR300DTM Only - The display shows the group/subscriber alias or ID, and the Group/ Private Call icon.

4. Release the [PTT] button to listen. When the

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radio until you press the PTT button to initiate the call.

• Silent with Voice: Radio transmits an alarm signal and is able to receive an incoming call, without any audio or visual indicators, until you press the [PTT] button to initiate, or respond to the call.

Note: Only one Emergency Alarm can be programmed to the Emergency Button.

Initiating & Responding to Emergency Alarm

1. To initiate an Emergency Alarm, press the programmed Emergency button. The LED lights up solid red.

2. BR300DTM Only - The display shows Sending Alarm, which alternates with your radio ID. Emergency icon appears on the Home screen display. When an Emergency Alarm acknowledgment is received, an alert tone sounds and the display shows Emergency

target radio responds, the LED blinks green.

5. If there is no voice activity for a predetermined period of time, the calls end.

6. BR300DTM Only - Radio returns to the screen you were on prior to initiating the call.

Emergency Operation

An Emergency Alarm is used to indicate a critical situation. (BR300DTM Only - You can initiate an Emergency at any time on any screen regardless of any activity on the current channel.) Your radio supports 3 Emergency Alarms:

• Emergency Alarm

• Emergency Alarm with Call

• Emergency Alarm with Voice to Follow

Each alarm has the following types:

• Regular: Radio transmits an alarm signal and shows audio and/or visual indicators.

• Silent: Radio transmits an alarm signal without any audio or visual indicators. There will be no response (call) from the target

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Alarm Successful.

3. Depending on the setting selected, you can press the [PTT] to talk or your radio’s microphone is automatically activated, allowing you to communicate with the other radio without pressing the [PTT] button.

4. To Respond to an Emergency Alarm, press any button to stop all Emergency Alarm received indications. Press [PTT] button to initiate a call with the emergency initiating radio.

Exiting Emergency Mode

Your radio exits Emergency mode automatically when any of the following occurs:

- Emergency Alarm acknowledgement is received (for Emergency Alarm only)

- All retries to send the alarm have been exhausted

- The Emergency Off button is pressed

- The [PTT] button is pressed

- Your radio is powered off

ADVANCED FEATURES

Radio Check

If enabled, this feature allows you to determine if another radio is active in a system without disturbing the user of that radio. No audible or

visual notication is shown on the target radio.

Note: This feature is only applicable for subscriber aliases or IDs in digital mode.

Sending a Radio Check (BR300D

Only)

Using the programmed Radio Check button.

1. Press [O] to access the menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] button to navigate to Contacts and press the [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to access the required subscriber alias or ID and press [O] to select. Or press [<] or [>] button to Manual Dial, then press [O], input subscriber ID.

4. Press [<] or [>] to Radio Check, then press [O] to select. Wait for acknowledgement.

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5. The display shows Radio Check: <Subscriber Alias or ID>, indicating that Radio Check is in progress. The LED lights up red.

6. If the target radio is active in the system, a

tone sounds and the display briey shows

Target Radio Available. OR - if the target radio is not active in the system, a tone sounds to indicate target radio not available.

7. Pressing the [C] button while the radio is waiting for acknowledgement and the radio terminates all retries and exits Radio Check.

Remote Monitor (BR300D

Only)

Use the Remote Monitor feature to turn on the microphone of a target radio (subscriber alias or IDs only). No audible or visual indication is given to the target radio. You can use this feature to monitor, remotely, any audible activity surrounding the target radio. Note: Your radio must be programmed by your

RCA Communications Systems dealer to allow you to use the Remote Monitor feature.

Initiating Remote Monitor (BR300D

Only)

Use the programmed Remote Monitor button.

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Contacts and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] button to get the required subscriber alias or ID and press [O] button to select. OR - press [<] or [>] button to Manual Dial, then press [O]. Input subscriber alias or ID and then press [O].

4. Press [<] or [>] to Remote Monitor and press [O] button. Wait for acknowledgement.

5. The screen will display Remote Monitor: <Subscriber alias or ID>, indicating that Remote Monitor is in progress. The LED blinks red.

6. The display shows Remote Monitor Successful OR - Shows Remote Monitor Failed.

7. If successful, the radio will start receiving audio

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Group Call from Contacts (BR300D

Only)

1. Press [O] to access the menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] button to navigate to Contacts and press [O] to select. All entries are alphabetically sorted.

3. Press [<] or [>] button to select the required group alias or ID.

4. Press [PTT] button to make the call. The LED lights up solid red. The display shows Group Call icon, the group alias or ID, and the Group Call icon.

5. Release the [PTT] button to listen, when any user in the group responds, the LED blinks green. You see Group Call icon, the group ID, and that user’s ID on your display.

6. If there is no voice activity for a programmed period of time, the call ends.

Note: If Talk Permit function is enabled, wait

for the Talk Permit Tone to nish and then

speak clearly into the microphone.

from the monitored radio for a programmed duration. Once the timer expires, the radio sounds an alert tone and the display shows Remote Monitor Ended. OR - If unsuccessful, the radio repeats the attempt until the programmed number of tries expires.

Contacts Settings (BR300D

Only)

Contacts provide “address-book” capabilities on your radio. Each entry corresponds to an alias or ID that you can use to initiate a call. Additionally each entry, depending on context, associates with

one of ve types of calls: Group Call, Private Call,

All Call, PC Call or Dispatch Call. Each entry within Contacts displays the following information:

• Call Type

• Call Alias

• Call ID Note: You can add, delete, or edit contacts from the Digital Contacts list.

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for the Talk Permit Tone to nish and then

speak clearly into the microphone.

Call Indicator Settings - Activating And Deactivating Call Alert Tones for Private Calls (BR300D

Only)

Turn on or off the call alert tones for a received Private Call.

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to Utilities and press to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to Tone/Alerts and press [O] to select.

5. Press [<] or [>] to Private Call and press [O] to select.

6. The display shows Turn On. Press [O] to enable Call Alert Tones. The display shows Call Alert On. OR - The display shows Turn Off. Press [O] to disable Call Alert Tones.

ADVANCED FEATURES (Continued)

Private Call from Contacts (BR300D

Only)

1. Press [O] to access the menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Contacts and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] button to navigate to desired subscriber alias or ID. OR - Press [<] or [>]to Manual Dial and press [O. Use the keypad to input the subscriber ID.

4. Press the [PTT] to make the call. The rst line displays the subscriber alias or ID and the second line displays Private Call and the Private Call icon.

5. Release the [PTT] to listen. When the target radio responds, the LED blinks green and the display shows the transmitting user’s ID.

6. If there is no voice activity for the programmed period of time then the call ends.

Note: If Talk Permit function is enabled, wait

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The display shows Call Alert Off.

Activating and Deactivating Call Alert Tones for Text Messages (BR300D

Only)

Turn on or off the call alert tones for a received Text Message.

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to Utilities and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to Tone/Alerts and press [O] to select.

5. Press [<] or [>] to Text Message and press [O] to select.

6. The display shows Text Message On. OR

- The display shows Turn Off. Press [O] to disable Text Message. The display shows Text Message Off.

Assigning Alert Tones (BR300D

Only)

You can program your radio to sound one of the

predened ring tones when receiving a Call Alert

or a Text Message from a particular contact.

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to Contacts and press [O] to select. The entries are alphabetically sorted.

3. Press [<] or [>] to the required alias or ID and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to Ring Style and press [O] to select.

5. A √ indicates the current selected tone.

6. Press [<] or [>] to the required tone and press [O] to select.

7. The display shows Tone <Number> Selected

and a √ appears left of the selected tone.

OR - Press [<] or [>] to Turn Off and press to select. The display shows Text Message Tone

Off and a √ appears left of Turn Off.

Call Log Features (BR300D

Only)

Your radio keeps track of all recent outgoing, answered, and missed Private Calls. Use the call log feature to view and manage recent

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1. While viewing an entry from the Call Log list press [O] to select.

2. Press [<] or [>] button to navigate to [Store].

3. Press [O].

4. Use the keypad to input a name.

5. Press [O] to conrm.

6. The display shows Contact Saved.

Note: You can store an ID without an Alias.

Deleting a Call from a Call List

1. While viewing an entry from the Call Log list press [O] to select.

2. Press[<] or [>] to navigate to [Delete].

3. Press [O].

4. Press [O] again to conrm.

5. The display shows Entry Deleted.

6. Press [O] again to return to main menu.

Call Alert Operation (BR300D

Only)

Call Alert paging enables you to alert a specic

radio user to call you back when they are able to do so. This feature is applicable for subscriber aliases or IDs only and is accessible through the

ADVANCED FEATURES (Continued)

calls. You can Store an ID from the Call Log to Contacts or Delete it. The Call Log lists are Missed, Answered, and Outgoing. Note: When you select a Call List and it contains no entries, the display shows List Empty.

Accessing the Call Log

Use the programmed Remote Monitor button.

1. Press [O] to access the menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Call Log and press the [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to the desired list and press [O] to select. The most recent

entry is displayed rst.

4. Use the [<] or [>] buttons to scroll through the list.

5. After locating the desired contact, press [PTT] to initiate a call.

Storing an Alias or ID from the Missed Call List (BR300D

Only)

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menu via Contacts or Manual Dial.

Receiving and Responding to a Call Alert

When you receive a Call Alert page, on the display you see Call Alert that alternates with the alias or ID of the calling radio.

1. You hear a repetitive tone.

2. Press and release [PTT] button to conrm the prompt. Or - press [O] to select ”Ignore?” and to exit Call Alert.

Making a Call Alert from the Contact List

(BR300DTM Only)

1. Press [O] to access the menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Contacts and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to nd the desired subscriber alias or ID and press [O] to select. OR - Press [<] or [>] to the Manual Dial option and press [O].

4. Use the keypad to input the subscriber ID and press [O].

5. Use [<] or [>] to nd Call Alert and press

[O].

6. The display shows Call Alert: <Subscriber Alias or ID>, indicating that the Call Alert has been sent.

7. The LED lights up red when your radio is sending the Call Alert.

8. If the Call Alert acknowledgement is received, a tone sounds and the display shows Call Alert successful. OR - If the Call Alert acknowledgement is not received, a tone sounds and the display shows Call Alert Failed.

Text Message Features (BR300D

Only)

Your radio is able to receive data such as a text message from another radio. The maximum text

message length is 138 characters.

Navigating to Messages (BR300D

Only)

1. Press [O] to access the menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Messages.

Note: Press [C] button at any time to return to

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previous screen.

Receiving a Text Message

When your radio receives a message, the display shows the alias or ID of the sender and the Message icon at the far left of the screen. You can select one of the following options when receiving a text message:

• Read?

• Read Later

• Delete

Reading a Text Message

1. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to [Read?] and press [O] to select.

2. Selected message in the Inbox opens. Press [O] to return to Home Screen or press [<] or [>] to Read Later or Delete option screen.

• Select Read Later to return to the screen

you were on prior to receiving the text message.

• Select Delete to delete the text message.

Managing Received Text Messages

Use the Inbox to manage your text messages. The Inbox is capable of storing a maximum of 50 messages. Your radio supports the following options for text messages:

• Reply

• Forward

• Delete

• Delete All

Text messages in the Inbox are sorted according the date they were received.

Viewing a Text Message from the Inbox

1. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Messages and press [O] to select.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Inbox and press [O] to select.

3. Press [O] to select the current message and press [O] again to reply, forward or delete that message. Unread messages are

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indicated with an exclamation mark. (!)

Writing and Sending Text Message

1. Press [O] to access the menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Messages and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Write and press [O] to select.

4. A blinking cursor appears, use the keypad to type your message. Press [<] to move one space to the left. Press [>] or [#] to move one space to the right. Press [*] to delete unwanted characters.

5. Press [O] once message is composed.

6. Press [<] or [>] to go to the required alias or ID and press [O] to select the name. OR press [<] or [>] to access Manual Dial and press [O]. Input subscriber ID and press [O]

to conrm.

7. The radio display shows Text Message: <Subscriber/Group Alias or ID>, which

conrms your message is being sent.

8. If the message is sent, a tone sounds and the display shows Message Sent. If the message is not sent, a low tone sounds and the display shows Message Send Failed. If the text message fails to send, the radio returns

you to the Resend option screen.

Sending a Quick Text Message

Your radio stores a maximum of 10 Quick Text messages as programmed by your RCA Communications Systems dealer. While Quick

Text messages are predened, you can edit each

message before sending it.

1. Press [O] to access the menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Messages.

3. Press [<] or [>] to Quick Text and press [O].

4. Press [<] or [>] to nd the desired Quick Text

and press [O] to select.

5. A blinking cursor appears. Use the keypad to edit the message, if needed. Press [<] to move one space to the left. Press [>] or [#] to move one space to the right.

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Press [*] to delete any unwanted characters.

6. Press [O] once message is composed.

7. Press [<] or [>] to nd the required alias or ID

and press [O] to select. OR - press [<] or [>] to Manual Dial, press [O] to select. Input subscriber ID and press [O].

8. The display shows Text Message:

<Subscriber/Group Alias or ID>, conrming

your message is being sent.

9. If the message is sent successfully, a tone sounds and the display shows Message Sent. OR - If the message is not sent, a low tone sounds and the display shows Message Send Failed. If the text message fails to send, the radio returns you to the Resend option screen.

Note: Your RCA Communications Systems dealer can program a One Touch Access button to send

a predened Quick Text message to a predened

alias or ID.

Managing Fail-to-Send Text Messages

(BR300DTM Only)

You can select one of the following options while at the Resend option screen:

• Resend

• Forward

• Edit

Resending A Text Message (BR300D

Only)

1. Press [O] to resend the same message to the same subscriber / group alias or ID.

2. If the message is sent successfully, a tone sounds and the display shows Message Sent. OR - If the message cannot be sent, a low tone sounds and the display shows

Message Send Failed.

Forwarding a Text Message

1. Once in Messages, press [<] or [>] to navigate to Inbox and press [O] to select.

2. Press [O] and [<] or [>] to Forward message and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to nd the required alias

ADVANCED FEATURES (Continued)

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or ID and press [O]. OR - Press [<] or [>] to access Manual Dial and press [O]. Input subscriber ID then press [O] button.

4. The display shows Text Message:

<Subscriber/Group Alias or ID> conrming

your message is being sent.

5. If the message is sent, a tone sounds and the display shows Message Sent. OR - If the message is not sent, a low tone sounds and the display shows Message Send Failed.

Managing Sent Text Message

Once a message is sent to another radio, it is saved in Sent Items. The most recent sent text message is always added to the top of the Sent Items list. The Sent Items folder is capable of storing a maximum of thirty (30) last sent message. When the folder is full, the next sent text message automatically replaces the oldest text

message in the folder.

Viewing Sent Text Messages

1. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Messages and press [O] to select

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Sent Items and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to the desired message and press [O] button.

You can select one of the following options while viewing a sent text message:

• Resend

• Forward

• Edit

• Delete

To perform any of the functions:

1. Press [O] again while viewing message.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Resend, Forward, Edit or Delete and press [O] to select.

3. If you select [Resend] or [Edit] and then [Send], the display will show Text Message:

<Subscriber/Group alias or ID>, conrming

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Items Cleared.

Replying to a Text Message from the Inbox

1. Press [O] to access the menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Messages and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Inbox and press [O] to select.

4. Press [O] to select current message, and press [O] to select. Press [O] again to access the sub-menu and select Reply, Forward or Delete the message.

5. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Reply and press [O] to select.

6. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Write and press [O] to select. A blinking cursor appears. Use the keypad to write your message OR press [<] or [>] to navigate to Quick Text and press [O]. After selecting the desired message press [O] button. A blinking cursor appears. Use the keypad

that the same message is being sent to the same target radio.

4. If the message is sent, a tone sounds and the display shows Message Sent. OR - If the message is not sent, a low tone sounds and the display shows Message Send Failed. The radio returns to the Resend option screen. Press [O] to resend the message to

the same subscriber/group alias or ID.

Deleting All Sent Text Messages from Sent Items (BR300D

Only)

1. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Messages and press [O] to select.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Sent Items and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate Delete All and press [O] to select.

4. The display shows Delete Message?, press [O] to conrm. The display shows Sent

ADVANCED FEATURES (Continued)

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to edit your message, if required.

7. Press [O] to send and [O] again to conrm.

8. The display shows Text Message:

<Subscriber/Group Alias or ID>, conrming

your message is being sent.

9. If the message is sent successfully, a tone sounds and the display shows Message Sent. If the message cannot be sent, the display shows Message Send Failed. If the message fails to send, the radio returns to the Resend option screen.

Deleting a Text Message from the Inbox

1. Press [O] to access the menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Messages and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Inbox and press [O] to select.

4. Press [O] to select current message, and press [O] to select. Press [O] again to access the sub-menu to Reply, Forward or Delete the message.

5. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Delete and press [O] to select.

6. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Delete and press [O] to select.

7. At Delete Message?, press [<] or [>] to navigate to Yes and press [O]. The display shows Message Deleted.

Note: When you select the Inbox and it contains no text messages, the display shows List Empty.

Privacy

If enabled, this feature helps to prevent eavesdropping by unauthorized users on a channel by the use of a software based scrambling

solution. The signaling and user identication

portions of a transmission are not scrambled. Your radio must have privacy enabled on the channel to send a privacy-enabled transmission, although it is not required for receiving a privacyenabled transmission. Your radio supports two types of privacy:

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• Basic Privacy

• Enhanced Privacy Only ONE privacy type above can be assigned to your radio.

To unscramble a privacy-enabled call or data transmission, your radio must be programmed to have the same Privacy Key (for Basic Privacy), OR the same Key Value and Key ID (for Enhanced Privacy) as the transmitting radio. If your radio receives a scrambled call that is of a different Privacy Key, OR a different Key Value and Key ID, you will either hear a garbled transmission (Basic Privacy) or nothing (Enhanced Privacy).

The LED lights up solid green while the radio is transmitting and blinks green rapidly when the radio is receiving an ongoing privacy-enabled transmission.

To make a private call (BR300DTM Only):

1. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Utilities and

press [O] to select.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Privacy and press [O] to select.

4. The display shows Privacy and Turn On. Press [O] to enable privacy. The display shows Privacy On. If the Privacy was already on the display shows Privacy and Turn Off. Press [O] to disable privacy. The display shows Privacy Off.

Note: This feature is available only in digital mode.

Dual Tone Multi Frequency (DTMF)

The Dual Tone Multi Frequency (DTMF) feature allows the radio to operate in a radio system with an interface to telephone or other DTMF based systems. DTMF Codes can be programmed into the radio by your RCA Communications Systems dealer. DTMF receive/transmit feature has four optional modes with 32 encode groups with up to 30 characters per group.

ADVANCED FEATURES (Continued)

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To use this feature, your radio must have an access code, which is system dependent. Please contact with your RCA Communications Systems dealer or system administrator for more information.

To initiate a DTMF call.

1. Press and hold PTT button.

2. Enter the desired number. You can turn off the DTMF tone by disabling all radio tones and alerts.

Security (BR300D

Only)

The Security Feature allows you to enable or disable any radio within your system. For example, you might want to disable a stolen radio, to preventing a thief from using it, then enable that radio once recovered. NOTE: The Disable/Enable feature requires your radio to have this function enabled. Check with your RCA dealer or system administrator for more information. Radio Security enables you to perform the following functions:

Radio Disable: Radio’s receive / transmit functions become disabled after the radio receives the Disable code set by your RCA Communications Systems dealer.

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Contacts and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to the desired subscriber alias or ID and press [O] to select. OR - Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Manual Dial and press [O], input subscriber ID and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Disable and press [O] to select.

5. The display shows Radio Disable: <Subscriber alias or ID> and LED indicator lights red.

6. Wait for acknowledgment.

7. If successful, a tone sounds and the display shows Radio Disable successful. If failed, a tone sounds and the display shows Radio Disable failed.

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6. Wait for acknowledgment.

7. If successful, a tone sounds and the display shows Radio Enable successfully. If failed, a tone sounds and the display shows Radio Enable failed.

Scan Lists

Scan lists are created and assigned to individual channels / groups. The radio scans for voice activity by cycling through the channel/group

sequence specied in the scan list for the current

channel / group. The BR200D radio has 32 scan lists with up to 16 members each and the BR300D has 250 scan lists with 16 members each. Each scan list supports a mixture of both analog and digital entries. You can add, delete, or prioritize channels by editing the scan lists.

Viewing an Entry in the Scan List

(BR300DTM Only)

1. Use the Channel Selector Knob to select a channel programmed with a scan list.

2. Press [O] to access the menu.

ADVANCED FEATURES (Continued)

Radio Enable: Radio’s receive / transmit

functions become enabled, when the radio is in Disable status, after the radio receives the Active code set by your RCA Communications Systems dealer. OR - Radio Enable can be initiated through the Menu of your radio.

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Contacts and press [O] to select. The entries are alphabetically sorted.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to the desired subscriber alias or ID and press [O] to select. OR - You can press [<] or [>] to navigate to Manual Dial and press [O], input subscriber ID and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Enable and press [O] to select.

5. The display shows Radio Active: <Subscriber alias or ID> and LED indicator lights red.

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3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Scan and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to View List and press [O] to select.

5. Use [<] or [>] to view the members on the scan list.

Note: If set as priority, the Priority icon appears left of the member’s alias, indicate whether the member is on a Priority 1 or Priority 2 channel list. You cannot have multiple Priority 1 or Priority 2 channels in a scan list. There is no Priority icon if priority is set to None.

Scan Instructions and Methods

When a scan is initiated, your radio cycles through the programmed scan list for the current channel looking for voice activity. The LED blinks red and you see the Scan icon on the display (BR300DTM only).

There are two ways of initiating scan:

• Manual Scan: Initiate scan manually using the programmed Scan ON/OFF side button by your RCA Communications Systems dealer. OR - By menu function (BR300DTM Only).

• When scan is initiated, radio will detect all channels / groups on the programmed scan list.

• Auto Scan: Your radio automatically starts scanning when you select a channel / group that has Auto Scan enabled.

Starting and Stopping Scan

Press the programmed Scan side button to start or stop the Scan. OR - Follow the procedure below (BR300DTM Only):

1. Use the Channel Selector Knob to select a

channel programmed with a scan list.

2. Press [O] to access the menu.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Scan and press

[O] to select.

4. The display shows Turn Off if scan is disabled

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or the display shows Turn on if scan is enabled.

5. Press [O] to select.

6. The LED blinks red and the Scan icon is displayed when Scan is enabled. The LED turns off and the Scan icon disappears when Scan is disabled.

Responding to a Scan

During scanning, your radio stops on any channel / group where activity is detected. After the transmission is over the radio remains on the active channel for a programmed time period known as “hang time”.

1. Press the PTT button during “hang time” to respond to the call. The LED lights up red.

2. Release PTT button to listen.

Note: If you do not respond within the “hang time” period, the radio continues scanning other channels / groups.

Deleting a Nuisance Channel

ADVANCED FEATURES (Continued)

If a channel continually generates unwanted calls or noise (termed a “nuisance” channel), you can temporarily remove the unwanted channel from the scan list.

Note: This capability does not apply to the channel designated as the Selected Channel. This feature is not accessible through the menu.

1. When your radio stops on an unwanted or nuisance channel, press the programmed Nuisance Channel Delete button until you hear a tone.

2. Release the Nuisance Channel Delete button. The nuisance channel is deleted.

Restoring a Nuisance Channel

To restore the deleted nuisance channel, power the radio off and back on again. OR - Press Stop and Start to restart a scan via the programmed Scan button.

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Utilities (BR300D

Only)

Keypad Locked and Keypad Unlocked

You can lock your radio’s keypad to avoid an inadvertent key entry.

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Utilities and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Keypad Lock and press [O] to select.

5. The display shows Keypad Locked and returns to the Home screen.

To unlock the keypad, press [O] button then press [*] button. The display shows Keypad Unlocked and returns to the Home screen.

Turning Keypad Tones On or Off

You can enable and disable keypad tones if needed.

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Utilities and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Tone/Alerts and press [O] to select.

5. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Keypad Tones and press [O] to select.

6. If the display shows Turn On, Press [O] to enable the keypad tones. If the display shows Turn Off press [O] to disable the keypad tones.

Setting the Power Level

You can customize your radio’s power setting to high or low for each channel.

Settings: Press the programmed Power Level button to toggle transmits power level between high and

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ADVANCED FEATURES (Continued)

low. OR - Follow the procedure below to adjust the Power Level through the Menu. (BR300DTM

Only)

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Utilities and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Power and press [O] button.

5. Change your current setting as prompted on the display and press [O] to select.

Press the [C] button to return to the Home screen. The display shows the Power Level icon.

Turning Voice Operating Transmission (VOX) Feature On / Off

This feature allows you to initiate a hands-free voice activated call on a programmed channel. The radio automatically transmits, for a

programmed period, whenever the microphone on the VOX-capable accessory detects a voice. Note: This feature must be programmed by your RCA dealer to enable your radios to use this function. To begin using VOX: Press the programmed VOX button to toggle the feature on or off. OR - Follow the procedure below to activate or deactivate VOX through the Menu. (BR300DTM

Only)

1. Press [O] to access the menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Utilities and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to VOX and press [O] to select.

5. If the display shows VOX On, press [O] to disable VOX. The display will change to VOX Off. OR - If the display shows VOX Off, press [O] to enable VOX and display

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shows VOX On.

Note: Pressing the PTT button during radio operation will disable VOX.

Controlling the Display Backlight

(BR300DTM Only)

You can enable or disable the radio’s display backlight as needed. The setting also affects the Menu navigation buttons and keypad backlighting accordingly. Press the programmed Backlight button to toggle the backlight settings. OR -

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Utilities and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Backlight and press [O] button.

5. If the display shows “Auto On”. Press [O] to enable the display backlight and the display shows “Backlight Auto On”.

OR - If the display shows “Turn Off” press [O] to disable the display backlight and the

display shows “Backlight Turn Off”. Note: The display backlight and keypad backlight are automatically turned off if the LED indicator is disabled.

Talkaround

This feature toggles between repeater and talkaround (direct) mode. If you are using a repeater and your repeater is not operating or you are out of range, you can continue to communicate during that time directly with other radios within your group. This is called “Talkaround”. Press the programmed Repeater / Talkaround button to toggle between talkaround and repeater modes. OR - follow the instructions below. (BR300DTM Only)

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

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ADVANCED FEATURES (Continued)

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Utilities and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Talkaround and press [O] to select or [C] to cancel.

5. After confirmation, the display shows “Talkaround On” OR “Talkaround Off”

6. Press or wait the presetting time to exit the menu.

7. The Talkaround setting is retained even after powering down.

Turning the Radio Tones/Alert On/Off

You can enable and disable all radio tones and alerts (except for the incoming Emergency alert tone) if needed. Press the programmed All Tones/Alerts button to toggle all tones on

or off. OR (BR300D

Only) -

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Utilities and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Tones / Alerts and press [O] to select.

5. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to All Tones and press [O] to select.

6. If the display shows Turn On press [O] to enable all tones and alerts and the display shows All Tones On. If the display shows Turn Off press [O] to disable all tones and alerts and the display shows All Tones Off.

Turning the LED Indicator On/Off

(BR300DTM Only)

You can enable and disable the LED Indicator if needed.

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Utilities and

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press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to LED Indicator and press [O] button.

5. If the display shows Turn On, press [O] to enable the LED Indicator and the display shows All LEDs On. If the display shows Turn Off, press [O] to disable the LED Indicator and the display shows All LEDs Off.

Note: The display backlight, buttons and keypad backlight are automatically turned off if the LED indicator is disabled.

Turning the Introduction Screen On/Off

(BR300DTM Only)

You can enable and disable the Introduction Screen if needed.

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Utilities and

press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Settings and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Intro Screen and press [O] to select.

5. If The display shows Turn On, press [O] to enable the Introduction Screen and the display shows Intro Screen On. If the display shows Turn Off, press [O] to disable the Introduction Screen and the display shows Intro Screen Off.

Accessing General Radio Information

(BR300DTM Only)

Your radio contains information on the following:

• Radio ID

• Software version

• Codeplug Version

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CARE AND CLEANING

• Do not directly handle the radio by its antenna or external microphone.

• Do not place the radio in a dusty or dirty environment.

• Clean the radio with a lint-free cloth moistened with clean water and/or a mild dish washing liquid to remove dirt, grease, and dust.

• Avoid subjecting the radio to corrosives, solvents or spirits.

ADVANCED FEATURES (Continued)

Checking the Radio ID

1. Press [O] to access the main menu.

2. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Utilities and press [O] to select.

3. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to Radio Info and press [O] to select.

4. Press [<] or [>] to navigate to My Number, or Firmware Vr., or CP Vr. and press [O] button.

5. The display shows radio ID, the current

rmware or the codeplug version.

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Symptom Solution

Radio will not power on

a. The battery needs charging. Recharge the battery or replace

it with a fresh one.

b. The battery is not properly installed. Remove the battery and

reattach it.

The operating time is noticeably shorter than normal even though the battery is properly charged.

a. The battery has worn out; it is time to buy a new battery. b. The battery is not fully charged. Make sure that the battery is

removed after LED indicator has turned green.

Cannot talk to or hear transmissions from your group members

a. Make sure that your radio operates on the same channel

and / or has the same CTCSS/CDCSS settings as your group members.

b. Make sure you are within communication range.

Radio is on, but you cannot hear voice transmissions or they are not very loud

a. Turn the volume control knob to its maximum volume. b. Return the radio to your dealer to check for microphone

damage.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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Optional Accessories

Note: Only the use of Genuine RCA accessories will guarantee compatibility and maximum performance of your radios.

3” Stubby Antenna - More compact/convenient than a 6” Antenna, but reduces coverage by approx. 30% VHF- ANH200V-3 136-150 VHF- ANH200V-3 150-174 UHF- ANH200U-3 400-440 UHF- ANH200U-3 440-470 UHF- ANH200U-3 450-520 UHF- ANH250U-3 450-470

6” Standard Antenna - For the best reception and coverage VHF- ANH200V-6 136-174 VHF- ANH200V-6 150-174 UHF- ANH200U-6 400-440 UHF- ANH200U-6 440-470 UHF- ANH200U-6 450-520

Multi-Unit Rapid-Rate Charger

CHU6

Saves space by using one power outlet for 6 radios.

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Optional Accessories continued

Medium Duty, Remote Speaker Microphone

SM220-X03

No need to remove the radio from your waist, which helps prevent radio damage or loss.

Heavy Duty, Remote Speaker Microphone

SM310-X03

No need to remove the radio from your waist, which helps prevent radio damage or loss.

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Optional Accessories continued

In-Ear Style, 1-Wire Surveillance Kit with In-line PTT

SK11NE-X03

Professional, 1-Wire, high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication

In-Ear Style, 2-Wire Surveillance Kit with In-line PTT

SK21NE-X03

Professional, 2-Wire, high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication

In-Ear Style, 3-Wire Surveillance Kit with In-line PTT

SK31NE-X03

Professional, 3-Wire, high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication

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Optional Accessories continued

D-Loop Style Surveillance Kit with In-line PTT

SK11DL-X03

Professional, 1-Wire, high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication

Ear Hook Style Surveillance Kit with In-line PTT

SK11EH-X03

Professional, 1-Wire, high quality earpiece ideal for radio users requiring discreet communication

Lightweight Behind-The-Head Headset with In-line PTT

HS11V-X03

Durable and inexpensive. Perfect for retail stores, restaurants and bars.

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Optional Accessories continued

High Noise, Over-The-Head Double Ear Headset

HS61NR-X03

For use in high noise environments such as airports, race tracks and manufacturing plants (-24dB noise reduction).

High Noise, Behind-The-Head Headset

HS71NR-X03

When a hard hat is necessary in high noise environments.

Chest Pack

CHEST-A

For those applications when securing the BR200DTM or

BR300D

radio to your waist is not possible.

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Optional Accessories continued

Nylon Holsters for BR200D

/ BR300D

HN200FC - Nylon Holster with xed clip HN200FL - Nylon Holster with xed belt loop HN200SC - Nylon Holster with swivel clip HN200SL - Nylon Holster with swivel belt loop HN300FC - Nylon Holster with xed clip, with keypad and display HN300FL - Nylon Holster with xed belt loop, with keypad and display HN300SC - Nylon Holster with swivel clip, with keypad and display HN300SL - Nylon Holster with swivel belt loop, with keypad and display

Leather Holsters for BR200D

/ BR300D

HL200FC - Leather Holster with xed clip HL200FL - Leather Holster with xed belt loop HL200SC - Leather Holster with swivel clip HL200SL - Leather Holster with swivel belt loop HL300FC - Leather Holster with xed clip, with keypad and display HL300FL - Leather Holster with xed belt loop, with keypad and display HL300SC - Leather Holster with swivel clip, with keypad and display HL300SL - Leather Holster with swivel belt loop, with keypad and display

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FCC Caution:

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 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.

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.

RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines and Operating Instructions

To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the occupational/controlled environment exposure limits always adhere to the following procedures.

Guidelines: Do not remove the RF Exposure Label

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from the device. User awareness instructions should accompany

device when transferred to other users. Do not use this device if the operational

requirements described herein are not met. Operating Instructions: Transmit no more than the

rated duty factor of 50% of the time. To transmit (talk), push the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button. To receive calls, release the PTT button.

Transmitting 50% of the time or less is important because this radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards compliance). Hold the radio in a vertical position in front of face with the microphone (and the other parts of the radio, including the antenna) at least one inch (2.5 cm) away from the nose. Keeping the radio at the proper distance is important because RF exposures decrease with distance from the antenna. Antenna should be kept away from eyes.

When worn on the body, always place the radio in a approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body

harness for this product. Using approved body-worn accessories is important because the use of or other manufacturer’s nonapproved accessories may result in exposure levels, which exceed the FCC’s occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits.

If you are not using a body-worn accessory and are not using the radio in the intended use position in front of the face, then ensure the antenna and the radio are kept at least 2.5 cm (one inch) from the body when transmitting. Keeping the radio at the proper distance is important because RF exposures decrease with increasing distance from the antenna.

Use only RCA Communications Systems approved, supplied or replacement antennas, batteries, and accessories. Use of non-approved antennas, batteries, and accessories may exceed the FCC RF exposure guidelines.

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WARRANTY STATEMENT

RCA Communications Systems warrants each new radio product it supplies to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the time period listed below, provided that the user has complied with the requirements stated herein.

The warranty period begins on the date of purchase from an Authorized RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Outlet. This warranty is offered to the original end user and is not assignable or transferable. RCA Communications Systems is not responsible for any ancillary equipment which is attached to or used in conjunction with RCA Communications Systems products.

RCA Communications Systems offers to the original end user a Three (3) Year Limited Warranty on the RCA BR200D

or BR300D

Radio Handset.

The BR200D

or BR300D

Antenna, BR200D

BR300DTM Battery and the BR200D

or BR300D

Battery Charger are covered under a One (1) Year Limited Warranty. The BR200D

or BR300D

Belt

Clip is not covered under the warranty.

During this period, if the product fails to function under normal use because of manufacturing defect(s) or workmanship, it should be returned to the Authorized RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Outlet from which it was purchased. The Sales and Service Outlet will repair

the product to full operating specications or

replace the product with a new product of the same make and model. The user is responsible for all charges incurred in returning the product to the Authorized RCA Communications Systems Sales and Service Outlet. RCA Communications Systems will be responsible for all charges in returning the product to the end user via standard ground shipping service.

RCA Communications Systems shall have no obligation to repair or replace the product, if there is damage as a result of normal wear and tear or if the damage is caused in whole or in part by catastrophe, fault or negligence of the user, improper or unauthorized alterations or repairs to the product, incorrect wiring, use of the product in a manner for which it was not designed, or by

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causes external to the product. The radio equipment warranty does not cover physical or liquid damage, which includes, but is not limited to, liquid damage, damaged screen, deep scratches, bent or broken body or frame, damaged channel or volume controls, damaged antenna, charging and/or accessory ports. This warranty is void if the product serial number is altered, defaced or removed.

THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

FOR ANY PRODUCT WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED, THE SOLE REMEDY WILL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT. IN NO EVENT WILL RCA COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS BE LIABLE TO THE BUYER OR ITS CUSTOMERS FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR THE LOSS OF PROFIT, REVENUE OR DATA ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR THE INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT.

RCA Communications Systems endeavors to achieve the accuracy and completeness of this manual, but is not liable for possible omissions and/ or printing mistakes.

All the above specications and design are subject

to change without prior notice. All the reproduction and translation of this manual

without authorization is prohibited.

All specications and designs are subject to change

without notice due to continuous development. No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced,

translated, stored in a retrieval system, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose without the expressed, written permission from RCA Communications Systems.

The end-user of any two-way radio is solely responsible for obtaining any license or other authorizations required by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). For further information visit www.fcc.gov or call 1-888-CALLFCC (1-888-225-5322).

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